At 5ft 7 (170.2 cm) tall and believed to wear a US size 8 shoe, Erika Jayne already has a statuesque frame before stepping into heels.
At the 2018 American Music Awards in Los Angeles on October 9, 2018, she added even more height in one of Christian Louboutin’s more elaborate pump designs: the metallic mixed-media Eklectica.
Erika Jayne shows off the intricate beadwork, sequins, and geometric detailing of her sparkling mini dress at the 2018 American Music Awards in Los Angeles on October 9, 2018 (Credit: WENN / Brian To / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)
The pointed-toe pumps combined mirrored metallic panels, glitter, and sequins with Louboutin’s signature red soles, carrying the high-shine finish of Jayne’s sparkling silver mini dress down to her feet.
She completed the look with chandelier earrings and diamond rings, keeping the accessories in the same glamorous, light-catching palette.
Erika Jayne pairs her sparkling mini dress with metallic Christian Louboutin Eklectica pumps, featuring pointed toes, mixed-media panels, and the designer’s signature red soles at the 2018 American Music Awards
The Eklectica was offered in several finishes and heel heights, but Jayne’s version stood out for its combination of platinum Specchio leather with an oxidized mirror-like finish, glitter, sequins, and contrasting metallic panels.
The mixed textures gave the pointed-toe pump a patchwork effect while retaining Christian Louboutin’s recognizable red sole.
Christian Louboutin’s Eklectica Pumps Came in Multiple Heel Heights and Metallic Finishes
Christian Louboutin produced the Eklectica in several variations, including 85mm and 120mm heels. The collection ranged from relatively understated black leather versions to glitter-covered and mirrored-leather designs in silver, gold, bronze, yellow, and rose-gold tones.
Christian Louboutin Eklectica 120mm pumps combine silver metallic cap toes, black suede panels, textured uppers, and signature red soles
Despite the different materials, the versions shared the same basic idea: a pointed-toe pump constructed from curved contrasting panels.
Some combined Nappa, velour, and patent leather, while the more decorative styles mixed Specchio mirrored leather with glitter and other reflective finishes.
Christian Louboutin Eklectica 120mm pumps feature overlapping silver, gold, and rose-gold mirrored-leather panels
The 120mm versions offered the more dramatic silhouette, while the 85mm Eklectica retained the pointed toe and paneled construction on a lower stiletto heel.
Jayne’s metallic pair was particularly well suited to her American Music Awards look because its silver and reflective surfaces echoed the finish of her sparkling mini dress rather than introducing another color or texture.
Christian Louboutin Eklectica 85mm pumps pair silver pointed toes with textured metallic leather and sweeping black suede panels
Christian Louboutin Eklectica 85mm black pumps mix smooth leather, patent cap toes, and curved tonal panels
The metallic Christian Louboutin Eklectica 85mm pumps show how the silver, gold, and rose-gold panels frame the foot when worn
Buying Christian Louboutin Eklectica Pumps Pre-Owned? Check for Fakes First
The Christian Louboutin Eklectica is an older style, so readers searching for a pair today are likely to encounter it on the resale market. Before buying used Eklectica pumps, pay close attention to the construction, stitching, insoles, packaging, and signature red leather soles, as counterfeit Louboutins can closely imitate the originals.
Our guide to spotting fake Christian Louboutin shoes explains the authentication details to check when evaluating a pre-owned pair, including the logo, heel counter, materials, box and dust bag, and the color and finish of the red sole.