Overview
- At the London world premiere of The Dog Stars on Aug. 20, Margaret Qualley wore Chanel’s controversial Cruise/Resort 2027 heel‑cap sandals, becoming the first high‑profile celebrity to bring the runway piece to a major red carpet.
- The shoes consist of a small leather heel cap with thin ankle ties that leave the toes, balls and arches of the feet exposed and were presented by Chanel as a beach‑inspired, almost‑jewelry interpretation of the house’s footwear codes.
- Coverage and online reaction were sharply divided, with major fashion outlets calling the design provocative or impractical and some stylists and fans praising Qualley’s commitment to the look.
- Reporters and commentators flagged practical concerns about walking on pavement, public transit and hygiene, and Chanel has not confirmed wide commercial availability or an official price for this specific sole‑less design.
- The appearance highlights Matthieu Blazy’s broader experiment with Chanel heritage—shown on a carpeted, sand‑evoking runway in April—and could shape whether the piece is offered to VIP clients only or produced more broadly when parts of the collection reach boutiques in November.