“Stepping Into the Past: How Ashley Graham’s Clear Heels Are Shaping the Future of Fashion”
The incomparable Ashley Graham sashayed into the star-studded soirée, her feet adorned with a pair of Gianvito Rossi’s Elle pointed-toe mules that had fashion aficionados swooning. These clear confections, my loves, are not for the faint of heart. With their PVC uppers and a razor-sharp 105mm stiletto heel, they’re the perfect blend of sultry and sophisticated.
Graham’s choice to resurrect the clear heel trend is nothing short of sartorial genius. It’s a nod to the ’90s club scene that’s been simmering on the back burner of fashion consciousness, waiting for the right moment to explode back onto the scene. And explode it has, darlings!
The Elle mule is a masterclass in illusion, crafted from buttery leather and see-through Plexi that leaves little to the imagination. It’s a shoe that demands attention, much like the voluptuous vixen wearing them. Graham paired these transparent treasures with a champagne gold halter dress that cascaded to the floor in a waterfall of silk. The plunging neckline and artful draping created a silhouette so divine, it could make angels weep.
But let’s not forget the illustrious company our dear Ashley kept. The event was a veritable who’s who of fashion royalty, with Tracee Ellis Ross, Solange Knowles, and the eternal Naomi Campbell gracing the guest list. One can only imagine the sartorial splendor that unfolded as these style mavens mingled over cocktails.
The resurgence of clear heels is a testament to fashion’s cyclical nature. What was once the domain of exotic dancers and club kids has been elevated to haute couture status. We’ve seen similar styles from the likes of Amina Muaddi and Paris Texas, but there’s something undeniably special about Gianvito Rossi’s take on the trend.
Let’s take a moment to pay homage to the trailblazers who paved the way for this transparent revolution. In 1993, the legendary Gianni Versace sent models down the runway in see-through shoes that had the fashion world clutching their pearls. Even Christian Louboutin, that maestro of footwear, couldn’t resist the allure of PVC, creating his Illusion pump that would make Cinderella trade in her glass slippers in a heartbeat.
As we bid adieu to another fabulous Fashion Week event, let’s raise a glass to Ashley Graham and her daring choice of footwear. In a world where fashion can often take itself too seriously, it’s refreshing to see a playful nod to the past that doesn’t sacrifice an ounce of glamour. Clear heels may have had humble beginnings, but darlings, they’ve never looked more luxe than they did on Ms. Graham’s perfectly pedicured toes.
