Nicole Scherzinger Shines in Gold Haute Hippie Dress and Giuseppe Zanotti Heels at Her 2012 Birthday Bash

Nicole Scherzinger has never met a red carpet she couldn’t command—or a pair of statement heels she couldn’t pull off.

Looking back at her 2012 birthday celebration in Las Vegas, the singer once again proved her fashion instincts are as sharp as her vocals, stepping out in a shimmering Haute Hippie dress and gold Giuseppe Zanotti slingbacks that gave her look—and her 5’5″ frame—a sky-high boost.

Nicole Scherzinger radiates understated glamour with voluminous curls and glowing skin at her birthday celebration in Las Vegas at TAO nightclub inside The Venetian Resort and Casino in Las Vegas on June 23, 2012 (Credit: DJDM / WENN)

Born on June 29, 1978, in Honolulu, Hawaii, the popular singer of mixed ethnic descent turned 34 years old on June 29, 2012.

The Moana star paired a metallic sparkly dress by Haute Hippie with bright gold Giuseppe Zanotti slingbacks. She accessorized with jewelry by Norman Silverman and Loree Rodkin.

Turning heads in a backless gold Haute Hippie mini and towering Giuseppe Zanotti slingbacks, Nicole Scherzinger embodies full-on metallic confidence on the TAO red carpet

Would you pair metallic heels with a metallic dress? It’s a daring choice—one that can veer from dazzling to overdone in an instant.

While Nicole pulled off the look with confidence, most stylists agree that metallics shine best as an accent rather than a full head-to-toe statement. Gold is glamorous, but even the brightest finish needs balance.

Her gold Giuseppe Zanotti slingbacks—complete with an oversized bow and mirrored platform—add height, shine, and a hint of playfulness to her look

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Personally, I would have chosen a different heel for this look. A strappy black sandal with subtle gold hardware would have grounded the shimmer while keeping the glamour intact.

Even a deep red or plum pump could have added contrast and depth, breaking up the continuous sheen and giving the outfit a more refined, editorial edge.

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These platform slingbacks feature an open toe and an oversized bow that adds just the right touch of drama. Their sleek silhouette feels modern, while the gold metallic finish gives them a playful, flirty edge.

Rather than pairing them with another metallic piece, I’d let them shine against a little black dress or ultra-slim cropped jeans. They’d even complement a subtle print—something understated that allows the shoes to take center stage.

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