The Valentino Rockstud pump certainly had its moment after launching in 2010. Just like so many popular designer silhouettes — the Chanel slingback [1], the Miu Miu ballet slippers [2] — I'd be hard-pressed to retire such an iconic shape. Jennifer Lopez [3] has worn Valentino accessories for many years (not to mention some pretty wild dresses from the fashion house [4]), and it appears her Rockstud items are keepsakes.
The newly engaged star [5] stepped out for a late-night meeting in NYC wearing a classic wool trench with her signature gold hoops and a Valentino Rockstud bag [6] to coordinate with her heels. The strappy, embellished shoe that fashion fans would recognise anywhere is still available in multiple colourways, so clearly, the bandwagon is still accepting passengers. But if you'd rather a more modern take on the look, don't worry, we're here to help you out.
Jennifer Lopez Wearing Her Valentino Rockstud Heels in NYC
J Lo's Exact Valentino Garavani Rockstud Pumps
Valentino Garavani Rockstud Pumps [8] ($1,117, originally $1,595)
Shop Modern Twists on the Studded Heel Trend
Sophia Webster Rosalind Gem-Stud Mid-Heel See-Through Vinyl & Leather Sandals [9] ($550)
Ash Hello Pyramid Stud Sandals
Ash Hello Pyramid Stud Sandals [10] ($167)
ASOS Design Pixie Pointed High Heels With Studs
ASOS Design Pixie Pointed High Heels With Studs [11] ($56)
Giorgio Armani Satin Sandals With Heel and Small Stud Decoration
Giorgio Armani Satin Sandals With Heel and Small Stud Decoration [12] ($1,095)
Jimmy Choo Women's Marine 85 Micro-Studded Leather High-Heel Sandals
Jimmy Choo Women's Marine 85 Micro-Studded Leather High-Heel Sandals Shoes [13] ($330, originally $825)
Kendall + Kylie Sophie Studded Leather Block Heel Sandal
Kendall + Kylie Sophie Studded Leather Block Heel Sandal [14] ($52, originally $125)
See by Chloé Studded Mule in Gesso
See by Chloé Studded Mule in Gesso [15] ($238, originally $340)
Christian Louboutin Drama 70 Stud-Embellished Patent-Leather Pumps
Christian Louboutin Drama 70 Stud-Embellished Patent-Leather Pumps [16] ($945)
Alexander Wang Women's Nova Slingback High-Heel Sandals Shoes
Alexander Wang Women's Nova Slingback High-Heel Sandals Shoes [17] ($550)
ASOS Design Hacker Studded Heeled Sandals
ASOS Design Hacker Studded Heeled Sandals) [18] ($19, originally $48)
Ash Iggy Sandals With Studs
Ash Iggy Sandals With Studs [19] ($184)