I’ve always adored Nicky Hilton’s elegant and refined style, which strongly emphasizes timeless pieces. But I’m also amazed at how the entrepreneur and socialite can pull off a quirky look while still looking stunning and sophisticated.
Case in point, her outfit choice at Marc Jacobs’ Spring 2025 runway show, which took place at the New York Public Library during New York Fashion Week. In honor of Marc Jacobs’ latest fanciful collection, Nicky Hilton took the whimsical route and wore strappy ankle boots.
Nicky Hilton blends elegance with quirky style, wearing a tweed set with towering platform boots, at Marc Jacobs’ Spring 2025 Ready-To-Wear Collection Show during New York Fashion Week (Credit: Darla Khazei / INSTARimages)
Marc Jacobs’ latest collection, aptly named “Courage,” boasts avant-garde, structured clothing with exaggerated proportions, like bulbous dresses, skirts, and jackets.
In addition to clothing, Marc Jacobs showcased controversial yet intriguing avant-garde footwear that will turn heads regardless of your outfit. They include pumps with bow-adorned elongated duckbill toes, bulky silhouettes, knee-high boots with upturned pointed toes, and pumps with bulbous toes.
Nicky Hilton’s Chunky, Strappy Marc Jacobs Kiki Boots
Like her sister Paris, Nicky Hilton has a penchant for a classic pump silhouette. The stylish siblings are often spotted wearing pointed-toe pumps, either plain or with embellishments and stiletto heels. But Nicky switched things up for Marc Jacobs’ NYFW show.
She opted for the “Kiki” boots, a pair of soaring white ankle boots designed to play with proportions. Made of gleaming white patent leather, they have a strappy upper with slim straps and tiny buckles.
Nicky looks particularly striking because of the thick platforms and 6.2-inch block heels. I can’t imagine going anywhere in those shoes!
Nicky Hilton ditches her signature pointed-toe pumps for the bold and statement-making white patent Marc Jacobs Kiki boots (Credit: Darla Khazei / INSTARimages)
Since its debut in 2016, Marc Jacobs has released multiple versions of the statement Kiki boots. The original version, which Kendall Jenner wore on the runway, featured at least eight inches high heels. At the time, she wrote on her blog, published by Glamour, that those were the “scariest shoes!!!” “These boots were NOT made for walking,” she added.
Still, a lot of celebrities have dared wear the “Kiki” boots. Taraji P. Henson wore the purple colorway with 8-inch heels while promoting Abbott Elementary in 2023. Last year, Drew Barrymore celebrated her birthday wearing the pink Kiki knee-high boots with an airy rainbow dress. FKA Twigs donned the same boots as Nicky, but in black, as she promoted her superhero movie The Crow.
Despite their uncomfortable design, these boots are guaranteed to add a bold and playful edge to any outfit.
If you think you can walk in them, you can get the croc-effect leather version at Farfetch for $550.
The Marc Jacobs Kiki boots feature a strappy upper, thick platforms, and towering block heels
Nicky Hilton’s Classy Tweed Set
The hotel heiress teamed her striking boots with a cream-colored tweed set from Marc Jacobs’ Fall 2024 collection.
The ensemble comprises a tweed jacket with large tonal buttons down the center and front button patch pockets. I adore how the structured silhouette produces a sophisticated appearance, and the texture of the ivory tweed fabric adds depth and character to the design.
Nicky wore it with a matching miniskirt that showed off her long, slender legs. It was made of the same ivory tweed, with buttoned patch pockets and an A-line cut that hung down to her thighs.
What sets the ensemble apart, in my opinion, are the colorful gemstone embellishments scattered all over. They give the outfit a unique touch, and the contrast between the vibrant jewels and white tweed makes the set stand out.
Nicky Hilton pairs her strappy white platform ankle boots with Marc Jacobs’ tweed blazer top and A-line mini skirt adorned with multicolored gemstones (Credit: Darla Khazei / INSTARimages)
Nicky Hilton’s Classic Accessories
Nicky did a fantastic job adding classic items to the tweed ensemble, a great way to create a chic and timeless appearance. She accessorized with a few diamond rings and wore pink gemstone earrings to go with her outfit.
She stored her evening necessities in a vintage ivory Louis Vuitton purse that featured the house’s iconic monogram pattern in multiple colors.
To emphasize her beauty, Nicky tied her hair loosely in a bun. She applied her signature soft makeup, which included lip gloss, mascara, eyeliner, and pink blush.
Nicky Hilton keeps her accessories simple, wearing just a few rings and a pair of pink gemstone earrings (Credit: Darla Khazei / INSTARimages)
