Margaret Qualley, Kristen Stewart and more
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Key Points:
- Chanel's "barefoot sandals," part of Matthieu Blazy’s resort 2027 collection, sparked controversy for their impractical design, covering only the heels and leaving toes exposed; Margaret Qualley faced social media backlash after wearing them at the London premiere of "The Dog Stars."
- The trend of celebrities going barefoot or removing shoes on the red carpet is not new, with notable instances including Cameron Diaz (2003), Zooey Deschanel (2005), and Thomas Jane (2009), all opting for comfort or style statements by going shoeless.
- High-profile stars like Julia Roberts (2016) and Kristen Stewart (2018) challenged red carpet footwear norms by removing their shoes during prestigious events, influencing dress code changes such as Cannes Film Festival allowing flats.
- More recent barefoot appearances include Emma Thompson at the Munich Film Festival (2018), Kesha at the Grammys (2026), and rapper Doechii at the Met Gala (2026), who emphasized comfort, vulnerability, and groundedness through their barefoot choices.
