In the fast-evolving fashion world, pushing creative boundaries has become more challenging than ever. With social media trends moving at lightning speed and luxury brands constantly battling for attention, it takes true innovation to stand out, and few brands have embraced that challenge as boldly as Loewe.
Over the past decade, Loewe redefined the intersection of art, surrealism, and luxury under Jonathan Anderson’s imaginative leadership. Anderson, who stepped down as creative director in March 2025 after 11 groundbreaking years, left behind a legacy of daring, whimsical designs that blurred the line between footwear and sculpture.
Loewe is a Spanish luxury fashion brand known for specializing in leather goods and innovative designs (Credit: Georges Hanna / Shutterstock)
While some brands have stumbled in their attempts to provoke (looking at you, Balenciaga), Loewe under Anderson thrived by balancing playfulness with craftsmanship. Even as the brand enters a new era, Anderson’s influence continues to ripple through fashion today.
As we enter 2025, Loewe’s jaw-dropping, conversation-starting shoes remain some of the boldest examples of innovation in the luxury world. Let’s dive into some of their most brilliantly bizarre creations — from balloon heels to broken eggshell sandals.
Many are polarizing, some are downright weird, and all are Loewe. Let’s get into it:
1. Flamenco Wedge Boots: Loewe’s Bold Take on Iconic Bag Design
Katy Perry once asked us, “Do you ever feel like a plastic bag?” Most of us answered with a resounding “No,” because we weren’t sure what she meant by that. We’re still not. But we think we might be able to get a bit closer to finding out with the Loewe flamenco wedge boot.
Replete with rubber soles and a lambskin insole, you’ll have literal bags around your ankles when you step into these babies. We’ll let you decide if these are weirdly cool or just plain weird.
Inspired by Loewe’s iconic bag, the flamenco is coated in supple leather, designed with signature coiled knots and rubber wedge soles
2. Balloon Sandals: Playful Surrealism on Your Feet
Weird isn’t always a bad thing. Some people embrace the adjective and wear it like a badge of honor, which we imagine many of the designers at Loewe do. We’re especially confident that’s what the designer of the balloon sandal has done.
This heel comes in two colorways and features a Jeff Koons-esque balloon that sits right atop the foot. Good news: the balloon won’t pop while you’re walking. Bad news: you might not be able to walk.
Uniquely surrealist, the balloon sandal is made from leather with playful balloons floating on delicately buckled straps
3. Balloon Pumps: Walking on Water Balloons
Like the Balloon Sandal, the balloon pump comes in two colorways—black and red or tan—except instead of placing the balloon atop the foot, it’s under the heel.
This balloon resembles a water balloon more closely than a balloon animal, a la the sandal, and we have some questions.
While we admire the thought and craftsmanship, we’re desperate to know whether these are comfortable. With the balloon for a heel and an extremely pointed toe, our feet hurt just looking at them, but we like looking at them nonetheless.
Loewe animates the classic black pumps with 3D balloon-shaped heels
4. Padded Ankle Boots: Moon Boot Energy, Loewe Edition
This might be a controversial pick. While we find the padded ankle boot a little weird, others will find them absolutely to die for.
Remember what we said about these shoes being polarizing? Akin to Moon Boots, this Loewe offering comes in black and is slightly more puffy than padded. The only redeeming quality is the height – these lambskin boots only ascend to the ankle, unlike their sister shoe, the padded high boot.
The padded ankle boot is made from quilted lambskin leather and features an exaggerated wedge rubber sole, branded heel counter, and an embossed LOEWE leather pull tab
5. Folded Boots: The Denim-and-Leather Illusion
Have you ever wanted to wear jeans but only around your ankles? If so, you’re in luck. The folded boot by Loewe features a leather pump with a denim bootie.
These shoes give slouchy vibes in all the best ways, and they let you wear a pair of jeans without wearing them. Jean-ius. If you want another option, check out their other ankle boot with two-tone denim instead of just one wash.
The folded boot is a pair of denim bootie with a large folded denim cuff falling over a black leather pump
6. Tulip Sandals: Floral Fantasy Meets Footwear
Loewe’s designers sat in a room and asked each other what inanimate objects people should avoid stepping on. They incorporated their brainstorming results into their designs—or at least that’s what we imagine happened.
However, they landed on this idea, and the brand created the tulip sandal, a darling shoe with a tulip instead of a heel.
Of course, it’s not a real tulip, but it’s a fun idea that’s totally camp. Our only complaint is the color of the tulip – at first glance, it looks more like fire than a flower – but we’d still wear the shoes.
These sandals are made from leather and sit atop 4-inch lopsided tulip-shaped heels
7. Rose Heels: Romantic Blooms with Every Step
Why stop at tulips? Loewe knew more flowers could be made into heels, hence the rose heel boot. This black calfskin ankle boot features a pointed toe and a rose heel.
Inspired by the 1930s Surrealist art movement, Loewe’s black ankle boots are made from leather that’s elevated with a blooming rose heel
Like the tulip, the rose is face-down, but unlike the tulip, you can actually tell it’s a rose. The unmistakable flower makes for an unforgettable shoe, and if you’re not fond of wearing boots, perhaps the slingback or sandal options will suffice.
The Rose Heel also comes in slingback pump and open-toe mule silhouettes, featuring the same rose heels with handcrafted crepe petals
8. Broken Egg Sandals: The Art of Walking on Eggshells
Apparently, Loewe wants everyone walking on eggshells. The broken egg sandal is arguably the weirdest on this list, proving that anything can be an inspiration for a shoe if you want it to be.
The white goatskin sandal is quite regular from the front, but when you look at the heel, you find broken eggshells and runny yolks. Though undeniably weird, these shoes are a work of art. And if you’re going to be wearing something strange, it should definitely be art.
Arguably Loewe’s weirdest shoe design, the broken egg sandal features a faux cracked egg at the heel
9. Nail Polish Mules: Beauty-Inspired Heel Innovation
We almost left this shoe off our list. When scanning the Loewe website for shoes, it’s easy to write this mule off as another block heel.
But when you look more closely, you see that the heel is not an ordinary block heel but rather a bottle of nail polish.
These Loewe mules feature a classic silhouette, elevated with a playful bottle of nail polish in place of a heel
The nail polish mule perfectly balances artsy fun and discreet high fashion. If you want to simultaneously blend in and stand out, these are the shoes to wear.
The calfskin mule is also available in multiple colorways, so you can match your heels with your nails. If you prefer, they can also be worn on a slide.
The nail polish heels are also seen in Loewe’s slide sandals, featuring two goat leather straps
10. Block Heel Slides: Loewe’s Soapy Spring Surprise
What’s so weird about a block heel slide, you ask? Look at the block heel, and you’ll have no further questions.
The block heel on this slide is a lavender bar of soap. It’s objectively hilarious and perfect for spring—no word on whether the heel keeps the white straps extra clean, though.
Loewe’s block heel slides have a block heel that’s crafted to resemble a bar of soap
Stepping Out in Style: Celebrities Who Love Loewe
Loewe’s innovative and artistic footwear has captured the attention of many celebrities. Here are some standout moments where stars showcased the brand’s unique designs:
Ariana Grande Shines in Loewe Toy Pumps at the NBR Gala
- Event: 2025 National Board of Review Gala
- Outfit: Ariana Grande embraced Old Hollywood glamour in a custom pink Loewe gown, complemented by white Toy pumps featuring sculptural heels.
- Footwear: The Toy pumps added a modern twist to her vintage-inspired ensemble.
- Read more: Ariana Grande’s Loewe look at the NBR Gala
Meg Ryan Blends ’90s Nostalgia and Avant-Garde Style at Loewe’s Spring 2025 Show
In September 2024, Meg Ryan made an appearance at Paris Fashion Week. Attending Loewe’s Spring 2025 show, the rom-com legend embraced ’90s menswear vibes in a striking navy blue, intricately beaded blazer that extended to her calves.
She paired it with a butter-yellow button-up featuring an artistic plant print and billowy trouser sweatpants with sculptural, wing-like pockets, perfectly blending nostalgia and avant-garde fashion.
Meg Ryan exudes effortless fall chic at Loewe’s Paris Fashion Week show in a navy beaded blazer, artful printed shirt, gray sculptural trousers, and chunky black platform boots on September 27, 2024 (Credit: Abaca Press / INSTARimages)
Meg Ryan completed her ensemble with chunky black platform boots, a gold ring pendant necklace on a brown cord reminiscent of Elsa Peretti’s designs for Tiffany, an off-white Loewe Flamenco Mini Clutch Bag, and gold-rimmed sunglasses. Her choice of a pendant necklace aligns with Fall 2024 jewelry trends, where such pieces have been prominent in collections from designers like Gabriela Hearst, Bottega Veneta, and Dior.
Zendaya Aces Method Dressing with Loewe Tennis Ball Heels
- Event: “Challengers” Photocall in Rome
- Outfit: Zendaya wore a custom crystal-embellished Loewe tennis dress, paired with pumps featuring neon green tennis ball heels.
- Footwear: The tennis ball heels perfectly complemented her sporty ensemble.
- See more: Zendaya’s Loewe tennis-inspired look
Alicia Vikander Embraces Floral Flair with Loewe Rose Heels
- Event: “Firebrand” Promotion
- Outfit: Alicia Vikander donned a navy Loewe trapeze mini dress, accentuated by white pumps with red rose heels.
- Footwear: The rose heels added a whimsical touch to her minimalist outfit.
- Discover more: Alicia Vikander’s Loewe rose heel ensemble
Solange Knowles Turns Heads in Loewe Lucite Heels at the Met Gala
- Event: 2016 Met Gala
- Outfit: Solange Knowles made a bold statement in a yellow fan-pleated dress, paired with transparent Loewe sandals featuring lucite heels.
- Footwear: The clear heels complemented her avant-garde look.
- Explore her style: Solange Knowles’ Loewe Met Gala appearance
Emily Blunt Embraces Quirkiness in Loewe Veggie-Print Ensemble
- Event: “The Fall Guy” Paris Premiere
- Outfit: Emily Blunt showcased a white silk Loewe outfit adorned with vegetable prints and nude sandals.
- Footwear: The understated sandals balanced her playful attire.
- See her look: Emily Blunt’s Loewe veggie-print outfit
These moments highlight Loewe’s appeal among celebrities, offering designs that blend innovation with artistic flair.