On April 8, 2021, Michael Kors transformed West 45th Street in New York City’s Theater District into the runway for his Fall/Winter 2021 collection, presented as the designer’s 40th anniversary show.
Staged between Seventh and Eighth Avenues in front of Broadway theaters, the event also served as a fundraiser for The Actors Fund, supporting theater workers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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More than a runway spectacle, the collection celebrated the return of dressing up with polished tailoring, crystal embellishments, supple leather, and footwear designed to complement life in the city. From Irina Shayk’s suede knee-high boots and Bella Hadid’s pointed pumps to Carolyn Murphy’s tonal slingbacks and Ashley Graham’s classic stilettos, the shoes reinforced the collection’s balance of glamour and everyday wearability.
Models walk down West 45th Street in Manhattan’s Theater District during Michael Kors’ Fall/Winter 2021 40th Anniversary Collection runway show in New York City on April 8, 2021 (Credit: Instar / WENN)
Irina Shayk, Naomi Campbell, Bella Hadid, Helena Christensen, Ashley Graham, and Carolyn Murphy each interpreted the collection differently, highlighting how Michael Kors paired dramatic evening dressing with footwear ranging from streamlined pumps and metallic sandals to suede boots built for the streets of Manhattan.
Supermodels hit the New York City street in Michael Kors’ latest outfit designs
Irina Shayk Sparkles in Crystal Jersey and Gray Suede Knee-High Boots
Irina Shayk models a crystal-embellished gray jersey dress with a rounded buckle cutout and matching gray suede knee-high boots from Michael Kors’ Fall/Winter 2021 Collection
Illuminated by the Broadway lights, the mom-of-one hit the street in a shimmering, rhinestone-embellished gray dress that hugged every inch of her model figure.
It features long sleeves and a cutout at the waist with gathered ruched buckle detail.
Irina Shayk completed her Michael Kors Fall/Winter 2021 runway look with sleek side-parted hair and smoky eye makeup
Wearing her hair in a sleek side-parted ponytail, the Russian model highlighted her fierce eyes with smoky eyeshadow and kept a neutral makeup look.
A pair of matching gray suede knee-high boots completed her runway outfit.
Naomi Campbell Closes the Show in a Black Sequin Gown and Minimalist Sandals
Naomi Campbell closes Michael Kors’ Fall/Winter 2021 40th Anniversary Collection in a black sequin column gown layered beneath a floor-length double-faced cashgora coat, finished with minimalist black open-toe sandals
The British model turned heads in a full-length sequined gown that highlighted her figure.
Paired with a black floor-length coat draped over her shoulders, the shimmering dress features a high neck, long sleeves, and a floor-sweeping hem.
Naomi Campbell’s sleek center-parted hair and smoky eye makeup complemented the clean lines of her black sequin Michael Kors runway look
Naomi looked regal with her sleek straight hair parted in the middle. She also accentuated her features with black-and-silver smoky eye makeup, peach blush, and a matching lip shade.
Allowing her gown to shine, the tall beauty slipped into a simple pair of open-toe black sandals.
Bella Hadid Turns Heads in Red Pumps Before Changing Into Metallic Sandals
Bella Hadid wears a monochromatic scarlet look featuring a ribbed knit mini dress, glossy patent leather trench coat, and matching pointed-toe pumps
The supermodel hit the pavement in a striking red ensemble from Michael Kors’ latest collection. Her outfit included a ribbed mini dress that allowed her to showcase her long, lean legs.
She also wore a red PVC coat and a pair of pointy red pumps to complete a head-to-toe red-hot look.
Bella Hadid changes into a crystal-embellished ivory mini dress layered beneath an oversized white blazer and finished with metallic ankle-strap sandals
Bella later returned to the runway for a second exit in a crystal-embellished ivory mini dress layered beneath an oversized white blazer.
Finished with metallic ankle-strap sandals, the polished look offered a striking contrast to her monochromatic red ensemble while reinforcing Michael Kors’ signature blend of city glamour and effortless tailoring.
Bella Hadid’s sleek center-parted ponytail and smoky eye makeup complemented the shimmering crystal-embellished mini dress and oversized white blazer
Beauty-wise, Bella styled her hair in a slicked center-parted ponytail and wore smoky eye makeup with peachy blush and pink lipstick.
The event came just hours after she was spotted spending some quality time with her sister Gigi Hadid and niece Khai in the Big Apple.
Ashley Graham Elevates a Crystal-Embellished Dress With Classic Pointed Pumps
Ashley Graham wears a crystal-embellished black jersey midi dress with a rounded buckle cutout at the waist, paired with classic black pointed-toe pumps
Model and TV presenter Ashley Graham wore a similar design to Irina Shayk. Her black crystal-embellished frock has a high neck and a midriff-baring cutout with round hardware detail.
The dress fell to her calves, revealing her classic pointed-toe black pumps.
Ashley Graham styled her crystal-studded Michael Kors runway look with sleek side-parted hair and smoky eye makeup
The body-positive advocate wore a similar beauty look as the rest of the models. She wore a side-parted ponytail with smokey eye shadow and neutral blush and lipstick.
Carolyn Murphy Styles a Luxe Leather Trench With Tonal Slingback Pumps
Carolyn Murphy pairs a tailored beige leather trench coat with matching pointed-toe slingback pumps from Michael Kors’ Fall/Winter 2021 Collection
The 1998 VH1 and Vogue Model of the Year strutted her stuff in a buttery soft beige leather trench coat. The luxurious outerwear was paired with pointy slingback pumps in a matching beige colorway.
Carolyn Murphy wears her hair in a sleek low ponytail
Looking beautiful as ever, Carolyn wore her blonde locks in a ponytail with a deep side parting and highlighted her features with mascara, eye shadow, and neutral lip color.
While many pieces from Michael Kors’ Fall/Winter 2021 collection have long since sold out, the brand’s designs continue to have a strong presence on the resale market.
As of August 2026, Farfetch offers an extensive selection of pre-owned Michael Kors handbags, accessories, and ready-to-wear pieces, making it easy for collectors to revisit the designer’s signature polished, city-inspired aesthetic years after its runway debut.
Michael Kors’ pointed-toe Keke pumps from the MICHAEL Michael Kors line reinterpret the sharp pump silhouette seen throughout the Fall/Winter 2021 runway collection in versatile everyday colorways
Michael Kors Shoes on the Runway and Red Carpet: More Looks to Explore
From pointed pumps and barely-there sandals to towering platforms, Michael Kors footwear has appeared in some very different celebrity fashion moments over the years. These looks trace how the designer’s shoes move between runway collections, red-carpet dressing, Broadway glamour, and polished everyday style.
👠 Explore More Michael Kors Shoe Fashion Moments:
- 🔺 Katie Holmes made Michael Kors’ metallic-tipped “Avra” pumps a recurring part of her New York wardrobe, wearing the pointed silhouette in textured toffee snakeskin and later in a vivid red paisley print.
- 💎 Karen Olivo transformed Michael Kors “Paloma” platform sandals into a one-of-a-kind Broadway statement, with green and silver embellishments added to echo the jeweled serpent winding across her custom Carolina Herrera suit.
- ✨ Hailee Steinfeld paired Michael Kors Collection “Jacqueline” sandals with a mixed-metal sequin mini dress, letting the slim ankle straps and minimalist stiletto silhouette complement rather than compete with the high-shine look.
- 🏆 Nicole Kidman carried a gold Michael Kors Collection look all the way to her feet at the 2018 ACM Awards, pairing her sequined gown with coordinating metallic Michael Kors sandals for a tonal finish.
- 🌸 Michael Kors’ Spring 2014 runway put the shoes themselves in focus, with sandals, pumps, platforms, and feminine warm-weather silhouettes illustrating the collection’s relaxed approach to polished dressing.
- 🖤 Katie Holmes, Blake Lively, Rachel Brosnahan, Gabrielle Union, and more brought their own footwear personalities to the Michael Kors Fall/Winter 2024 front row, from clean white heels and mules to sleek boots.
- 🌷 Olivia Holt gave Michael Kors stacked-heel sandals a softer daytime treatment, pairing camel-toned crisscross heels with a summery pink ensemble during a New York appearance in 2026.
- 🐍 Hilary Swank and Chanel Iman celebrated Michael Kors’ Couture Council honor in contrasting designer heels, including black python Michael Kors sandals worn with Swank’s aqua leopard-print Resort 2014 dress.