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Regina King made a striking appearance in sheer pumps by Christian Louboutin on the 96th Academy Awards red carpet in Los Angeles on Sunday.
The multi-faceted star delivered Cinderella inspiration in a pair of Degrastrass PVC pumps spotlighted by the dazzling mosaic of sparkling crystals that adorned them. Placed meticulously, each crystal reflected the light creating an enchanting glow. The stiletto heel, with its sharp, angular design, echoed the crystalline theme of the pumps.
Donning custom Atelier Versace for the night, King popped in orange. The placed embellishments throughout added a touch of shimmer and sparkle, drawing the eye to the subtle contours of the gown. The cinching at the waist created a shapely silhouette adding depth and dimension to the overall design.
The Sheer Shoe Trend
The sheer shoe trend gained significant popularity in 2023 and continued into 2024. This trend involves using transparent materials like mesh, lace and clear fabrics in footwear, creating a see-through effect that allows the wearer’s toes to be visible through the shoe.
Designers and brands like Aquazzura, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Givenchy, Manolo Blahnik, Sandy Liang, Bella Belle, and Christian Louboutin have embraced this trend by releasing styles ranging from ballet flats to pointed pumps, catering to a wide range of consumer preferences and styles.
Louboutin’s Degrastrass PVC pumps
The Degrastrass pump takes on the sheer trend with its PVC upper, featuring a plunging vamp and combining a laminated leather heel insert with diamantés that enhance its sophisticated pointed-toe silhouette.
Regina King’s Shoe Style
The “Watchmen” star is known for her effortless style, always ruling the red carpet in the sleekest outfits and shoes. She seamlessly blends sophistication and trendiness whether she’s opting for classic pumps, chic ankle boots, or bold stilettos. Whether it’s Christian Louboutin, Jimmy Choo, Manolo Blahnik, or Stuart Weitzman, King’s footwear choices reflect a mix of luxury and contemporary fashion.
The Oscars 2024, officially known as the 96th Academy Awards, are set to take place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday. The ceremony will honor movies released in 2023. Jimmy Kimmel will host the event for the fourth time. The nominations include films like “Barbie,” “Oppenheimer,” “Killers of the Flower Moon” and “Poor Things.” Notable nominees for acting categories include Lily Gladstone, Emma Stone, Paul Giamatti, Cillian Murphy and more.
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