Ellie Goulding’s travel wardrobe has long been a masterclass in balancing rock-and-roll edge with practical comfort. Arriving at LAX in December 2015, the “Delirium” singer showcased a timeless transit look.
Shifting focus from the stage to the terminal, she opted for a textural mix of suede and leather, anchored by high-end sneakers that prove designer footwear can be both a statement and a travel essential.
Ellie Goulding wears her blonde hair down as she arrives at Los Angeles International Airport on December 3, 2015 (Credit: WENN / Avalon)
The “Love Me Like You Do” singer, who was reportedly taking some time away from her relationship with Dougie Poynter due to their busy schedules, was in the city to promote her third studio album, “Delirium,” and to perform at KIIS FM’s Jingle Ball.
Ellie Goulding covers her eyes with a pair of dark sunglasses as she rolls her suitcase through LAX
The singer showed off her styling prowess as she moved through the terminal in a pair of fitted black pants, a low-cut black tee, and a brown suede jacket with fringe detail.
Ellie Goulding keeps her airport look effortlessly cool in a fringe-trimmed suede jacket, sleek black separates, and Saint Laurent star-embroidered sneakers that add a subtle rock-chic finish to her travel style
She accessorized with a long silver necklace and a couple of earrings, keeping her eyes hidden behind a pair of black sunglasses.
Ellie Goulding steps out in Saint Laurent’s white Court Classic SL/06 sneakers, featuring bold black star appliqués and a vintage-inspired rubber sole for effortless off-duty polish
The Shoe: Saint Laurent Court Classic
Ellie grounded her airport look in one of Saint Laurent’s most enduring off-duty staples: the Star Embroidered sneakers from the house’s Court Classic SL/06 line. First popularized during Hedi Slimane’s tenure, the low-top silhouette fuses a vintage 1970s tennis profile with the grunge-luxe attitude that defined Saint Laurent’s mid-2010s revival.
The supple white calfskin leather keeps the shape clean and minimal, while metallic star patches stitched along the sides inject just enough rock-and-roll irreverence. Gold-foil branding on the tongue and a debossed heel tab provide subtle luxury cues, and the flat rubber sole preserves the authentic “court” feel.
Part of the sneaker’s appeal lies in its intentionally relaxed finish. Certain SL/06 versions arrive pre-distressed — slightly scuffed leather, gently yellowed soles, or broken-in canvas — a design choice that nods to Slimane’s undone aesthetic and makes them feel lived-in from the first wear.
Beyond their styling power, they remain a practical luxury investment. The model typically retails between $650 and $850 depending on fabrication and embellishment, and thanks to its perennial reissues, resale values stay relatively strong. Fit-wise, the silhouette runs slightly long and narrow, with many wearers opting to size down half a size for the best balance between structure and comfort — an important consideration for travel days like Goulding’s LAX arrival.
Effortlessly cool yet airport-appropriate, the SL/06 proves why Saint Laurent’s star sneaker remains one of the brand’s most recognizable modern classics.
Saint Laurent’s white Court Classic SL/06 sneakers feature bold black leather star appliqués and a creamy, lightly distressed rubber sole that channels the brand’s signature grunge-luxe attitude
A softer take on the SL/06, this white leather version showcases tonal stitched star patches with a contrasting black heel tab and vintage-inspired off-white sole for understated rock-chic appeal
Saint Laurent Star Embroidered Sneakers
More Saint Laurent Sneaker Style to Bookmark
Whether you’re drawn to the star-appliqué SL/06 or Saint Laurent’s sleek logo high-tops, the label’s court-inspired sneakers remain a go-to for polishing off travel-day looks with effortless cool—explore more standout sightings and styling inspiration below.
👟 Explore Saint Laurent Sneaker Moments on Your Next Shoes:
- 🛬 Cara Delevingne’s LAX look with Saint Laurent classic court sneakers — a crisp white leather pair that sharpens her sporty track-pants airport uniform.
- ⭐ Saint Laurent’s star-motif Court Classic SL/06 “California” sneakers — a standout take on the elevated-court trend, finished with repeating star patches for instant off-duty edge.
- 🎤 Kevin Hart’s red-carpet suit + Saint Laurent sneakers moment — how he styles clean designer kicks to keep tailoring feeling modern and street-smart.
- ⬆️ Saint Laurent SL/24 logo high-top sneakers in a designer-sneaker roundup — a vintage-leaning high-top option with perforated leather and subtle gold branding.
- 🧥 Bomber-jacket styling inspo featuring Saint Laurent classic court sneakers — a sporty-meets-luxe formula that pairs a Saint Laurent “Teddy” bomber with streamlined trainers.