Rita Ora has always embraced bold fashion choices, whether she’s on stage, front row at Fashion Week, or dashing through an airport terminal.
Long before sock boots hit the mainstream, the America’s Next Top Model host stepped out in a pair of eye-catching, neon-striped Fendi booties that turned heads at London’s Heathrow Airport.
Rita Ora complements her eclectic ensemble with classic Ray-Ban Hexagonal sunglasses and a lavish fur-trimmed Ellery coat, emphasizing her fearless approach to airport fashion at Heathrow Airport on a flight from Milan on February 27, 2017 (Credit: Will Alexander / WENN)
Spotted arriving from Milan in February 2017, Rita didn’t shy away from the eccentric design—instead, she made the Fendi sock boots the center of her look.
With their vibrant pink hue, sporty stripes, and contrasting heel, these boots were anything but subtle. But that was the point. For Rita, this was more than just travel fashion—it was a statement of fearless style and trendsetting confidence.
A close-up reveals the vibrant neon-pink fabric, sporty beige stripes, and unique lacing of Rita Ora’s Fendi sock boots
Rita styled the bold Fendi sock boots with confidence, though they’re not for the faint of heart. A signature silhouette from the Italian luxury house, Fendi’s sock boots are known for blending high fashion with cutting-edge design. Characterized by their sleek, second-skin fit, these boots are typically crafted from stretchy materials, such as knit, mesh, or technical fabrics, that hug the ankle.
This particular pair featured vibrant neon-pink fabric with sporty candy stripes, topped off with a contrasting brown, vertically striped block heel—an eye-catching combination that’s equal parts playful and avant-garde. Designed to turn heads, the boots embodied Fendi’s fearless use of bold color and pattern.
👠 Fendi Shoe & Fashion Highlights:
- 🥾 Vanessa Hudgens flaunts gold-trimmed Fendi suede ankle boots — From F/W 2008, with luxe suede and metallic accents.
- 🧥 Olivia Palermo rocks patent-leather, rabbit-fur trimmed Fendi booties — Three-tone fur, mirror-plate heels, and urban layering.
- 👢 Gwyneth Paltrow goes casual chic in Fendi logo-print cowboy boots — Western-inspired yellow-tone Fendi pair paired with everyday cuffed pants.
- 🔷 Kendall Jenner in baby-blue thigh-high Fendi boots at Fendi F/W 2016 show — Architectural ruffles meet pastel runway polish.
- 🎞️ Nicki Minaj shows off green‑and‑black striped Fendi boots — Miami street style featuring bold stripes and knit stretch.
To complement the statement footwear, Rita built an eclectic yet fashion-forward airport look around them. She layered a textured oversized tweed fur coat by Ellery over distressed denim, striking a balance between cozy and edgy.
Her accessories added even more personality: a Coach “Dinky” bag adorned with whimsical hearts, stars, and fringe, paired with a pair of Ray-Ban Classic Hexagonal sunglasses to complete the look with a vintage twist.
Rita Ora boldly showcases her Fendi sock boots, pairing them with an oversized Ellery tweed fur coat and distressed denim for a statement airport look upon her arrival from Milan
Rita didn’t look confused at all when she got around to unboxing her Fendi shoes. Rather, she “ooh-ed” and “aah-ed” over the footwear. The 26-year-old even captioned the first time she wore the shoe out with “today’s the day” as she wore them in and out of meetings.
👠 More Bold Shoe Moments From Rita Ora
Rita Ora has never shied away from daring designs—whether she’s strutting through an airport in neon-striped Fendi sock boots or collaborating with luxury designers like Giuseppe Zanotti. If her fearless approach to fashion inspires you, explore more of her iconic shoe moments below.
👠 Rita Ora Shoe & Fashion Highlights:
- 📏 Rita Ora’s Height vs. Her Heels — Reveals her US shoe size 8 and showcases how she styles platform heels, Mary Janes, and ankle-strap pumps across various outfits.
- 🏙️ Rita Ora in Pink Nike Air Max DN8 Sneakers — Street-style moment from Milan, highlighting vibrant Hyper Pink Air Max sneakers paired with layered denim and bold accessories.
- ⚡ Rita Ora in Holographic Sophia Webster Thigh-High Boots — A standout fashion look pairing metallic boots with an iridescent ensemble from the Fall 2013 collection.
- 🤝 Giuseppe Zanotti x Rita Ora Capsule Collection — A 2019 collaborative footwear collection launched at Saks Fifth Avenue in Beverly Hills.
- 🎤 Rita Ora in Bally “Phylis” Shoes at Pitch Battle — Casual-cool metallic Bally slippers worn during her Manchester TV appearance in July 2017.