Kate Beckinsale Shows How to Create a Dramatic Look With 8-Inch Heels at ‘The Fab Thirties’ Event in Italy

Kate Beckinsale displayed her take on old Hollywood glamour at “The Fab Thirties” event on July 21, held in Forte dei Marmi, Italy. The actress’ black and white ensemble was given a boost by a pair of bold heels featuring a metallic silver platform.

The “Underworld” actress made an appearance at the star-studded formal event in a dramatic couture gown by French designer Stephane Rolland. The dress featured a black top with a turtleneck and plunging neckline; the white structured skirt folded outward into a floral shape, providing an elegant color contrast and a textural focal point to the outfit. The dress twinkled with a subtle adornment of silver sequins, resembling stars in the night sky. Also contributing to the outfit’s old-school charm was a glittering black fascinator and netted veil featuring white bow-shaped appliqués.

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Beckinsale completed the memorable look with a pair of soaring shoes, specifically the Flamingo-808 heels from Pleaser in black/silver chrome. The towering sandals featured a black curved strap across the toes and straps around the foot and ankle offering additional security. While the upper portion was a shiny black material resembling leather, the sole was a reflective silver platform providing Beckinsale with several additional inches of height. Peaking out from the slit in her dress, the shoes added a gleaming polished look to the outfit; they also served a practical purpose as her gown was floor-length.

Metallic heels have been in the spotlight recently, with stars like Jamie Lee Curtis donning a pair for “Freaky Friday 2” and Kate Upton wearing gold-heeled sandals while out in New York City; Natalie Portman wore a dainty silver pair while promoting her Apple TV+ series “Lady in the Lake” this month. The style remains a constant in the footwear industry for its scintillating texture that easily dresses up any outfit.

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