Iman Pairs $150 Sam Edelman Bianka Kitten Heels With a Red Leather Trench at NYFW

At 5ft 8½ (174 cm), Iman has the statuesque presence that helped make her one of fashion’s defining supermodels, but her style has never depended on towering heels. She continues to prove that great style has no age limit, embracing bold color and unexpected footwear with the same confidence that has defined her fashion career.

At the CFDA NYFW Live Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Kickoff event, Iman showed off her signature fearless style in a vibrant red leather coat paired with white Sam Edelman pumps. The color combination gave the look a cool retro-futuristic vibe with a polished, sophisticated finish.

Iman makes a bold entrance in a cherry-red leather trench coat, sheer black stockings, and white Sam Edelman Bianka slingback pumps at the CFDA NYFW Live Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in New York City on September 9, 2026 (Credit: Jairo Pastoressa / INSTARimages)

Retro Contrast: Iman Pairs White Sam Edelman Bianka Slingbacks With Bold Red

Iman wore Sam Edelman’s “Bianka” slingback pumps, adding another supermodel moment to the accessible American footwear label’s celebrity résumé. Kate Upton also stepped out in bright-white Sam Edelman heels, though her pointed Hope mules featured transparent panels and much higher stiletto heels. Iman’s Bianka pumps were crafted from nappa leather with a manmade sole, with a slim slingback strap secured by a small buckle for an adjustable fit.

Up front, the elongated pointed toes ended in slightly squared tips, giving the pumps a more modern, architectural shape. A standout detail was the 2.5-inch kitten heel, which was slightly slanted for a sculptural finish.

The clean white pumps popped against the bold red outfit, while the angled heels added a modern touch to the classic design. Sam Edelman’s logo appeared in cursive on the insole, while the outsole featured the brand’s signature stripes and logo hardware for a subtle branded detail.

Iman steps out in white Sam Edelman Bianka slingback pumps, pairing their elongated pointed toes and sculptural 2.5-inch kitten heels with sheer black stockings for a striking graphic contrast (Credit: Jairo Pastoressa / INSTARimages)

You can get the Bianka slingback pumps for $150 directly from Sam Edelman, where the style is available in a range of colors and finishes.

A comparison of Sam Edelman Bianka slingback pumps showing six variations in white, pink, blue, natural, red, and brown, highlighting the pointed-toe silhouette, slingback straps, kitten heels, and different materials and finishes

Iman wore her white pumps with sheer black stockings, creating a bold black-and-white contrast against the cherry-red outfit. The stockings made the white shoes pop even more while giving the look a slightly retro feel.

Statement Red: Iman Cinches Her Leather Trench Coat Into a Dress

The supermodel paired her white slingbacks with a vibrant cherry-red trench coat worn as a dress. The piece featured a classic collar, gold button-down front, and dropped shoulders that gave the coat a relaxed shape.

I liked how the matching red belt cinched the roomy coat at the waist, creating a more defined hourglass silhouette. It also balanced the fuller sleeves and skirt, giving the coat dress a more polished look.

Iman makes the case for bold color contrast, pairing a cherry-red leather trench coat with sheer black stockings and crisp white Sam Edelman Bianka slingback kitten heels (Credit: Jairo Pastoressa / INSTARimages)

Finishing Touches: Black Oval Sunglasses and Loose Waves Keep the Look Effortless

Iman kept the accessories simple, skipping elaborate jewelry and letting the bold outfit do the talking. Slim black oval sunglasses added a cool-girl touch and tied in with her stockings.

She then wore her long brunette hair in loose waves cascading over her shoulders, while fresh makeup and a glossy lip kept her look polished and natural.

Iman finishes her statement look with sleek black oval sunglasses, glossy makeup, and long brunette waves, letting her cherry-red leather trench coat remain the focus (Credit: Jairo Pastoressa / INSTARimages)

Why Celebrities Keep Coming Back to Slingback Kitten Heels

Slingback kitten pumps hit a sweet spot that explains their staying power: the low heel gives just enough lift to sharpen an outfit without the commitment of a stiletto, while the back strap helps keep the shoe secure and the pointed toe preserves that polished, elongated line. They can look retro, minimal, playful, or architectural depending on the finish, which is why the silhouette works just as easily with tailoring, denim, or a red-carpet dress.

Celebrities have interpreted the formula in remarkably different ways. Katie Holmes chose croc-embossed Aquazzuras, Rebel Wilson went glossy red in Christian Louboutin, Rachel Brosnahan gave Miu Miu slingbacks a preppy twist, and Hannah Einbinder pushed the kitten heel in a more sculptural direction with Loewe.