How to Style the Nicholas Kirkwood ‘Penelope’ Pearl Heel: Lessons from Liza Koshy
By David Jones
joined a high-profile guest list—including , , , , , and —at the 2018 Elle Women in Hollywood event held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills.
For the occasion, the digital creator opted for a sophisticated, textured look that played with movement and classic feminine details.
Liza Koshy turns to reveal the intricate movement of her Monique Lhuillier fringe dress, styled with statement drop earrings for added sparkle
Her choice for the evening was a tiered midi fringe dress from Monique Lhuillier’s Spring/Summer collection.
Liza Koshy flashes her sexy legs at the 2018 Elle Women in Hollywood celebration held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on October 15, 2018 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN / Adriana M. Barraza / Brian To)
The garment, which originally retailed for $5,995, featured a delicate camisole neckline and intricate fringe detailing, offering a modern take on the traditional cocktail dress.
Her elongated drop earrings combine crystals, pearls, and turquoise accents, echoing the playful elegance of her evening look
She carried a faceted resin Judith Leiber Couture “Duchess” clutch and grounded the look with pearl-embellished ‘Penelope’ sandals.
Liza Koshy totes a Judith Leiber Couture “Duchess” clutch in faceted resin
Defined by their minimalist, barely-there straps and a striking 105mm heel, the Penelope sandals exemplify Kirkwood’s signature approach to “architectural” footwear.
Instead of surface embellishment, the glossy faux pearl is set into the heel itself—appearing to float between the sole and stiletto—turning an otherwise classic evening sandal into a subtle piece of wearable sculpture.
She steps out in glittering Nicholas Kirkwood ‘Penelope’ sandals, featuring slim metallic straps and the brand’s signature pearl-embellished heel
The minimalist front of the ‘Penelope’ sandals contrasts with their sculptural heel, balancing delicate straps with a bold architectural finish
Earlier that month, Liza also attended the 2018 American Music Awards in a floral, ruffled, one-shoulder top paired with matching bootcut trousers from Prabal Gurung.
She finished off her outfit with . For more footwear inspiration, see how the American YouTuber styled at the 2026 Grammy Awards.
Liza Koshy commands the red carpet in a floral Prabal Gurung one-shoulder set, finished with sleek Stuart Weitzman ‘Nudist’ heels that elongate the flared silhouette at the 2018 American Music Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on October 9, 2018
More Nicholas Kirkwood Heels That Define Modern Red-Carpet Style
If you’re drawn to the sculptural elegance of the ‘Penelope’ sandals, there’s plenty more to explore.
From pearl-embellished heels to sharp, architectural pumps, Nicholas Kirkwood’s designs continue to stand out on red carpets for their balance of minimalism and statement detail.
👠 Explore More Nicholas Kirkwood Shoe & Fashion Moments:
- ✨ is the clearest Penelope-focused starting point, showing the pearl-embellished style on two different red carpets.
- 🖤 highlights the ash metallic grey ‘Penelope Pearl’ sandals, a polished variation of Kirkwood’s signature pearl-heel design.
- 👗 features Nicholas Kirkwood ‘Penelope Pearl’ slingback pumps, translating the line’s sculptural pearl detail into a sharper pointed-toe shape.
- 🎬 is a strong pick for readers who want a more classic pointed-toe Kirkwood heel on the red carpet.
- 🌙 also spotlights Nicholas Kirkwood ‘Leda’ pumps, showing how the silhouette works with a darker, more minimalist evening look.
- 💼 adds a different Nicholas Kirkwood angle, featuring the designer’s geometric ‘Eden’ pumps in a sleek, modern outfit.
