{"id":28169,"date":"2025-03-24T17:27:05","date_gmt":"2025-03-24T22:27:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/heels.co.in\/news\/?p=28169"},"modified":"2025-03-24T00:41:36","modified_gmt":"2025-03-24T05:41:36","slug":"bold-steps-forward-ashley-park-champions-lgbtq-rights-in-statement-balmain-heels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/heels.co.in\/news\/bold-steps-forward-ashley-park-champions-lgbtq-rights-in-statement-balmain-heels","title":{"rendered":"Bold Steps Forward: Ashley Park Champions LGBTQ+ Rights in Statement Balmain Heels"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_28170\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28170\" style=\"width: 1376px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28170\" src=\"https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a1.webp?strip=all&quality=92&webp=92\" alt=\"Ashley Park\" width=\"1376\" height=\"2048\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a1.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 1376w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a1-202x300.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 202w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a1-688x1024.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 688w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a1-768x1143.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 768w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a1-1032x1536.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 1032w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a1-150x223.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 150w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a1-300x447.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 300w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a1-696x1036.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 696w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a1-1068x1590.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 1068w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a1-32x48.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 32w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a1-65x96.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 65w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a1.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92&amp;w=412 412w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a1.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92&amp;w=550 550w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a1.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92&amp;w=825 825w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a1.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92&amp;w=963 963w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a1.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92&amp;w=1238 1238w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28170\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">source: GETTY IMAGES<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Red, Pink &amp; Powerful: Ashley Park&#8217;s Fashion Statement Speaks Volumes at HRC Awards<\/p>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">In a celebration of advocacy and style, actress Ashley Park graced the Human Rights Campaign&#8217;s 2025 Los Angeles Dinner at the Fairmont Century Plaza yesterday, captivating attendees with both her powerful presence and fashion-forward ensemble. The &#8220;Emily in Paris&#8221; star received the prestigious Impact Award for her unwavering alliance with the LGBTQ+ community, presented by her &#8220;Joy Ride&#8221; co-star and close friend Sherry Cola, as boyfriend Paul Forman proudly watched from the audience.<\/p>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">Park&#8217;s sartorial choice for the evening was nothing short of spectacular\u2014a bold red and &#8220;Barbie&#8221; pink suiting moment that commanded attention. The striking blazer featured exaggerated structural shoulders paired with perfectly tailored trousers, while a pink cowl-neck top with chain-adorned halter straps added a touch of elegant femininity beneath. A statement mirrored gold belt cinched her waist, complemented by an array of gold jewelry pieces that masterfully echoed the metallic elements in both her top and showstopper footwear.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28173\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28173\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28173\" src=\"https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/aa.webp?strip=all&quality=92&webp=92\" alt=\"Ashley Park\" width=\"640\" height=\"897\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/aa.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 640w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/aa-214x300.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 214w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/aa-150x210.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 150w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/aa-300x420.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 300w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/aa-34x48.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 34w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/aa-68x96.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 68w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/aa.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92&amp;w=384 384w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/aa.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92&amp;w=448 448w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/aa.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92&amp;w=512 512w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/aa.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92&amp;w=576 576w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28173\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">source: GETTY IMAGES<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">Speaking of which, the &#8220;Beef&#8221; actress elevated her already powerful ensemble with Balmain&#8217;s conversation-starting Lipstick pumps. Currently available for $2,495 from the luxury house, these architectural marvels feature sumptuous red suede uppers and distinctive caged pointed toes adorned with striped brass in a lustrous gold finish. The elasticized slingback design ensures comfort without sacrificing style, while the pi\u00e8ce de r\u00e9sistance\u2014lipstick-shaped stiletto heels standing at a commanding 3.7 inches\u2014delivered the ultimate dramatic flourish to her carefully curated look.<\/p>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">The star-studded event saw an impressive roster of attendees including Crystal Methyd, <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/heels.co.in\/news\/tag\/janelle-monae\" target=\"_blank\"  rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Janelle Mon\u00e1e\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Janelle Mon\u00e1e<\/a>, Maggie Grace, and David Archuleta, among other luminaries supporting the cause.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28171\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28171\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28171\" src=\"https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a2-1.webp?strip=all&quality=92&webp=92\" alt=\"Ashley Park\" width=\"640\" height=\"851\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a2-1.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 640w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a2-1-226x300.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 226w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a2-1-150x199.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 150w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a2-1-300x399.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 300w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a2-1-36x48.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 36w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a2-1-72x96.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 72w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a2-1.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92&amp;w=384 384w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a2-1.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92&amp;w=448 448w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a2-1.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92&amp;w=512 512w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a2-1.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92&amp;w=576 576w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28171\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">source: GETTY IMAGES<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">Park&#8217;s red carpet appearance aligns perfectly with her established fashion identity. The &#8220;Mean Girls&#8221; star regularly embraces colorful and whimsical styles, particularly gravitating toward statement footwear featuring embellishments and artistic elements. Her red carpet repertoire boasts an impressive collection of designs from <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/heels.co.in\/news\/tag\/valentino\" target=\"_blank\"  rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Valentino\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Valentino<\/a>, Sophia Webster, and Mach &amp; Mach, with a particular fondness for platform silhouettes\u2014she was spotted in patent leather platforms paired with a purple jumpsuit at a Sulwhasoo launch event earlier this year.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28172\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28172\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28172\" src=\"https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a3-2.webp?strip=all&quality=92&webp=92\" alt=\"Ashley Park\" width=\"640\" height=\"829\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a3-2.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 640w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a3-2-232x300.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 232w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a3-2-150x194.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 150w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a3-2-300x389.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 300w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a3-2-37x48.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 37w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a3-2-74x96.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92 74w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a3-2.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92&amp;w=384 384w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a3-2.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92&amp;w=448 448w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a3-2.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92&amp;w=512 512w, https:\/\/ecjxfgbqjgd.exactdn.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/a3-2.webp?strip=all&amp;quality=92&amp;webp=92&amp;w=576 576w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28172\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">source: GETTY IMAGES<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">When off-duty, the fashion-forward actress transitions to more casual footwear, often sporting Nike and Golden Goose sneakers. Her fashion credentials extend to brand partnerships as well, having previously collaborated with Skechers for a campaign.<\/p>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">As the evening unfolded, Park&#8217;s acceptance speech proved as impactful as her outfit, further cementing her status not only as a style icon but as a dedicated advocate using her platform for meaningful change\u2014a true embodiment of fashion with purpose.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Red, Pink &amp; Powerful: Ashley Park&#8217;s Fashion Statement Speaks Volumes at HRC Awards In a celebration of advocacy and style, actress Ashley Park graced the Human Rights Campaign&#8217;s 2025 Los Angeles Dinner at the Fairmont Century Plaza yesterday, captivating attendees with both her powerful presence and fashion-forward ensemble. 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