Chanel West Coast Embraces Height Illusion Trick With Chunky Platforms for Viewing Party for ‘The West Coast Hustle’


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MTV star Chanel West Coast celebrated her forthcoming reality series “The West Coast Hustle” in style on July 16, wearing pristine white platforms with a lacy pink two-piece set.

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JULY 16: Chanel West Coast attends the viewing party for MTV's "The West Coast Hustle" at Mondrian Los Angeles on July 16, 2024 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Paul Archuleta/Getty Images)
Chanel West Coast at Mondrian Los Angeles on July 16, 2024 in West Hollywood, California.

Chanel West Coast and her boyfriend Dom Fenison, with whom she shares her daughter Bowie Breeze, star in “The West Coast Hustle,” set to premiere on MTV on July 18. The reality star is also known for starring in “Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory” and “Ridiculousness” on MTV.

For the viewing party of “The West Coast Hustle,” held at Mondrian Los Angeles, the longtime television personality wore a blush-colored set comprised of matching flared pants and a tank top. Each item was made of a somewhat sheer lacy fabric featuring an intricate design resembling leaves. The top featured several cutouts and appeared to be layered over a matching bralette. Fittingly, Chanel West Coast enhanced the outfit with a delicate chain link belt from none other than Chanel.

Chanel West Coast slipped on a pair of tall platforms to go with her viewing party ensemble. The shoes featured a rounded platform in front and a block heel in the back, creating a chunky silhouette that could be glimpsed through her sheer pants. The open-toed shoes featured several straps which tied the look together and offered her additional support. In a white material resembling leather, the heels served as a fresh and clean contrast to her coral-hued outfit.

A closer look at Chanel West Coast's shoes.
A closer look at Chanel West Coast’s shoes.

Recognizable for their thick soles, platforms are known as a dramatic statement shoes that can elevate any outfit. They’re known to elongate the leg and change up the proportions of an ensemble. The platformed construction helps compensate for the height of the heel, allowing for more height than a traditional pump without any added discomfort. In fact, if comfort is a concern, some experts recommend that you maintain a heel high of no more than 3 inches by subtracting the height of the platform from the heel. For instance, if you’re wearing a 3.75-inch heel, your platform should be .75 inches.

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JULY 16: Chanel West Coast attends the viewing party for MTV's "The West Coast Hustle" at Mondrian Los Angeles on July 16, 2024 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Paul Archuleta/Getty Images)
Chanel West Coast at Mondrian Los Angeles on July 16, 2024 in West Hollywood, California.

While Chanel West Coast’s shoes were open-toe, various iterations of platform heels are trending for summer 2024, especially those reminiscent of footwear that Polly Pocket might wear. A myriad of closed-toe and peep-toe platforms have been worn by celebrities like Bella Hadid and Jennifer Lopez recently.

Throughout her career in television, music and fashion, Chanel West Coast has stepped out in an expansive array of striking shoes, including several pairs of platforms. See more of her footwear style over the years here.

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Chanel West Coast, red carpet, shoes

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