In 2012, reality TV icon and fashionista NeNe Leakes—then widely recognized for her role as Coach Roz on Glee and her scene-stealing presence on The Real Housewives of Atlanta—designed a bold cutout bootie called the Nethia for ShoeDazzle.
Priced at an accessible $39.95, the stiletto-heeled design featured a silver metallic platform and sculptural silhouette that reflected NeNe’s confident, attention-commanding style.
NeNe Leakes and her ShoeDazzle-designed Nethia bootie, with 100% of proceeds benefiting Saving Our Daughters
What made the release especially meaningful? 100% of proceeds supported Saving Our Daughters, a nonprofit dedicated to helping teen girls fight bullying, abuse, and gender-based violence through arts and advocacy programs.
The Nethia bootie’s sculpted cutouts and silver-toned platform reflect NeNe Leakes’ bold design style
A statement metallic heel anchors the Nethia bootie’s sculptural side cutouts and closed-toe design
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NeNe’s passion for bold footwear didn’t stop with her ShoeDazzle design. Over the years, she’s turned heads on the red carpet in some seriously unforgettable heels.
NeNe Leakes’ Boldest Red Carpet Heels: Giuseppe Zanotti, Louboutin, and More
Nene Leakes is a certified shoe lover, and we want to share a couple of our favorite Nene shoe moments with you. In July 2012, she showed off her sexy feet in Giuseppe Zanotti black mesh booties.
NeNe Leakes stuns in a vibrant yellow top and sleek black pants at the NBC Universal Press Tour at Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills on July 24, 2012 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)
NeNe Leakes shows off black mesh Giuseppe Zanotti peep-toe booties on the red carpet
Another angle of NeNe Leakes highlighting her Giuseppe Zanotti mesh booties
A few months later, NeNe hit the red carpet in glittering Christian Louboutin Pigalili pumps, pairing them with sleek black skinnies and a sheer white button-front blouse for a chic, high-contrast look.
NeNe Leakes styled a sheer white blouse with skinnies and Christian Louboutin heels for the 2012 Entertainment Weekly Pre-Emmy Party at the Fig & Olive in West Hollywood on September 21, 2012
A closer look at NeNe Leakes’ glittering Christian Louboutin Pigalili pumps
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- 🌿 NeNe Leakes Rocks Army Green and Timeless Strappy Heels at NBCUniversal Summer Press Day — A smart sports‑luxe look featuring chic 4.5″ black strappy heels.
- 💥 NeNe Leakes and Kim Kardashian in Louboutin ‘Isolde’ Sandals — Contrasting celebrity styling of the iconic 6.5″ Louboutin Isolde heels.
- 🥾 NeNe Leakes Wears Dirty Ugg Boots and Black Tracksuit Pants — A departure from high heels: NeNe’s casual airport style featuring UGG boots.
- ✨ NeNe Leakes Stuns in Louboutin Heels and Crystal Jewelry for Cirque du Soleil’s Zumanity — Dramatic PVC costume paired with strappy Louboutins and sparkling jewelry onstage.
- 💃 NeNe Leakes Dances in Giuseppe Zanotti Heels on “Extra” — Coverage of her in action shoes during her Dancing with the Stars promo appearance.
- ❄️ Nene Leakes Rocks an Edgy All‑Black Look with UGG Boots — A fashion‑forward UGG moment styled with skinny jeans and a leather coat.