Long before today’s Y2K revival, Rita Ora was already pushing fashion boundaries with fearless, attention-grabbing street style.
In March 2014, she turned heads outside Global Radio in London wearing a statement-making outfit that captured nearly every major denim trend of the era—ripped, slashed, oversized, sequin-embellished, and dramatically long jeans by Ashish.
Rita Ora wears her blonde hair down and swept over one shoulder as she arrives at Global Radio on March 28, 2014, in London (Credit: WENN)
Bold in Just Cavalli: Rita Ora’s Statement Sweater from Roberto Cavalli’s Youthful Line
The then-23-year-old singer paired her jeans with a bold blue-and-yellow dip-dyed short-sleeved fur sweater from Just Cavalli, the youthful diffusion line of Italian luxury brand Roberto Cavalli.
Launched in 1998, Just Cavalli is known for its edgy, urban aesthetic, offering fashion-forward clothing, accessories, and more to a trend-conscious audience.
Rita Ora wears a furry Just Cavalli sweater with sequin-embellished Ashish jeans while out in London
Ashish Gupta’s Signature Sparkle: Rita Ora’s Sequined Denim Statement
Rita’s slashed, leg-baring jeans are from Ashish, the London-based label founded in 2001 by Delhi-born designer Ashish Gupta.
👟 Explore Ashish Fashion Highlights on YourNextShoes.com:
- ✨ Rita Ora’s Pearl‑Studded Double Denim at V Festival — In August 2014, Rita rocked a pearl-covered denim jacket and jeans from the Ashish Fall 2014 collection during her performance at the V Festival in the UK.
- 🎤 “Wildest Celebrity Ripped Jeans” Roundup — Celebrating Ashish’s Spring 2014 collection, this post highlights how the brand’s sequined, ripped denim pieces became the blueprint for Miley Cyrus and others aiming to push the edgy-denim envelope.
Often dubbed the “king of sequins,” Gupta is renowned for his maximalist aesthetic—blending hand-embroidered sparkle with bold colors and a distinctive fusion of Western and Indian influences.
Rita Ora shows off her eccentric style in sequined and ripped jeans from Ashish paired with a furry short-sleeved Just Cavalli sweater
Playful Glamour: Rita Ora Steps Out in Sophia Webster’s “Sweet Talk” Sandals
Rita effortlessly completed her ensemble with a chic touch, donning a pair of “Sweet Talk” sandals by Sophia Webster.
Showcasing her quirky style, Rita Ora completed her look with Sophia Webster’s whimsical coral “Sweet Talk” sandals
These quirky “Sweet Talk” sandals are part of Sophia Webster’s playful Spring/Summer 2014 collection—a reflection of the designer’s signature blend of bold, feminine style and whimsical flair.
Since launching her namesake brand in 2012, after studying sculpture and footwear design in London and training under Nicholas Kirkwood, Webster has become a global favorite for her imaginative creations, including butterfly heels, angel-wing sandals, and vibrant collaborations with brands like Barbie and Puma.
👠 Explore Sophia Webster Highlights on YourNextShoes.com:
- 🌟 Kerry Washington’s Crystal‑Heel ‘Rosalind’ Sandals at the 2017 Golden Globes — She paired her glamorous Dolce & Gabbana midi dress with Sophia Webster’s crystal-embellished Rosalind sandals.
- ✨ Sophia Webster’s Fall 2014 Collection: Pastel Sandals & Pompom Boots — A round-up of standout styles including playful pastel‑leather sandals with fur-pompom detailing.
- 🎀 Kendall Jenner in ‘Mila’ Gladiator Boots (Sophia Webster) — Over-the-knee suede gladiator sandal-boots with lace-up details and tassels.
- 💎 Kiernan Shipka’s ‘Coco Crystal’ Pumps: Red Carpet Elegance — Metallic crystal-heeled satin pumps worn by Kiernan Shipka.
Rita Ora’s sandals featured monochrome stripes and beaded heels, along with playful speech bubble embellishments that read “Sweet” and “Talk,” complemented by pastel-colored straps. Although this specific style is no longer available online, the latest Sophia Webster designs can be found at retailers such as Farfetch.
What’s not to love? Sophia Webster’s fall 2014 presentation was full of ’90s kitsch embellishments, so expect to see Rita in pompom-covered shoes soon.
Sophia Webster “Oprah” Sandals, $572.40
More Iconic Shoe Moments: Rita Ora’s Boldest Fashion Highlights
From metallic slippers to custom denim boots and bold red-carpet heels, Rita Ora’s fearless fashion choices continue to make headlines—here’s a closer look at some of her most memorable shoe moments over the years.
👠 Explore Rita Ora’s Best Shoe & Fashion Highlights:
- 📏 Rita Ora’s Height vs. Her Heels — Revealing her US shoe size 8 (EU 39) and showcasing how she styles bold platform heels with wide-leg pants, Prada Mary Janes, and delicate ankle-strap pumps.
- 👢 Kelly De’Volle × JF London Denim Boots — At the launch of her stylist’s capsule line, Rita steps out in frayed-edge denim boots with silver cap toes, supporting her stylist’s collection.
- 👟 Spring in Milan: Pink Nike Air Max DN8 Sneakers — Rita turns heads in vibrant Hyper Pink Air Max DN8s, layering a denim skirt over electric-blue pants on the streets of Milan.
- 👡 Bally “Phylis” Metallic Slippers — Caught at Manchester’s “Pitch Battle,” Rita completes her look with convertible metallic Bally slippers that transform into mules.
- 🎨 Rita Ora x Adidas “Super” Sneakers — In vibrant pop-art collab sneakers, paint-splashed jeans, and a Chanel backpack, Rita rocks her own comic-inspired Adidas line.
- 🖤 Jimmy Choo “Minny” Red Satin Sandals — On the NYC press circuit, Rita pairs classic red satin Jimmy Choo heels with bold outfits for a timeless look.