Shoebunny spotted Nicky Hilton in Matt Bernson gladiator sandals.

This style is called “KM Gladiator”. The sandals are available in black patent, brown oil pull, silver souffle, gold souffle, and all black. This last black/black color combo has been a special order for Nicky. For this season only 21 pairs are made for sale on the Matt Bernson web site, so hurry up if you want to get such an exclusive sandal.

The “KM Gladiator” sandals feature padded insole, flex sole, multi-strap design, and rivet detail on the insole. The sandals are available for $169.00.

Shoebunny spotted Nicky many times in these sandals in the past summer, so watch out for upcoming posts.

Also see Nicky in silver sandals, in clear slides, in rhinestone sandals, in evening sandals, in chain sandals, and in strappy sandals … all from Manolo Blahnik.

For more Matt Bernson shoes refer to Shoebunny’s ever-growing Matt Bernson collection.

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Shoebunny spotted Kirsten Dunst in Isabel Marant gladiator sandals.

Kirsten’s simple strappy gladiator sandals perfectly match to her black dress.

As the new year has started and the spring/summer season is nearing it seems that the rest of the world once again proclaims the death of gladiator sandals. Nothing could be farther from the truth. As Shoebunny has stated numerous times in the past gladiator sandals are no trend - these are classic shoes which will stay forever.

Spring/Summer 2008 will bring us gladiator sandals from Dolce & Gabbana, Giorgio Armani, Valentino, Balenciaga (of course), Sergio Rossi, Tod’s, Pierre Hardy, Hermes, Kenzo, Alexander McQueen, Givenchy, Azzedine Alaia, Burberry Prorsum, Etro, Jil Sander, Alessandro Dell’Acqua, Jean Paul Gaultier, Giuseppe Zanotti, Emporio Armani, D&G, Loewe, Bally, Alberta Ferretti, and APC.

Celebs wearing gladiator sandals include Charlize Theron (Jimmy Choo), Nicole Richie (Azzedine Alaia, Balenciaga, Azzedine Alaia), Courteney Cox (Sigerson Morrison, Balenciaga), Mary-Kate Olsen (Chanel, Balenciaga), Lindsay Lohan (Giuseppe Zanotti, Tara Subkoff for Easy Spirit, Alexander McQueen, Alexander McQueen), Jennifer Connelly (Balenciaga), Drew Barrymore (Gucci), Reese Witherspoon (Sigerson Morrison), Malgosia Bela (Azzedine Alaia), Cameron Diaz (Kate Spade), Christy Turlington (Balenciaga), Hayden Panettiere (Coach), Jessica Alba (Tod’s), Heidi Klum (Giuseppe Zanotti, Balenciaga), Carine Roitfeld (Balenciaga), Caroline Trentini (Chanel), Rebecca Romijn (Tod’s), Kimberly Stewart (Balenciaga), Kate Moss (Gina, Alexander McQueen, Alexander McQueen), Rosario Dawson (Dolce & Gabbana), Katie Couric (Tara Subkoff for Easy Spirit), Sienna Miller (Miu Miu), Rachel Weisz (Alexander McQueen), and Celine Dion (Yves Saint Laurent).

For more Isabel Marant shoes refer to Shoebunny’s ever-growing Isabel Marant collection.

Where to buy:
Yoox: Isabel Marant Shoes

Shoebunny spotted Nicole Richie in Azzedine Alaia sandals.

Today Shoebunny received the following request from our dear reader “nhi”:

“I’m desperately looking for these gladiator sandals that Nicole Richie has been wearing everywhere these days. Do you know what brand they are? I’ve searched but haven’t figured it out yet, and I’m dying to get a pair!”

So here are your dream sandals

Update (nhi’s feedback):
“wow, you are so awesome (and quick!)… thanks again!”

Nicole’s gladiator sandals are also available in a heeled version.

In a previous posting Shoebunny already spotted Nicole in a similar pair of Azzedine Alaia gladiator sandals. These sandals have alsobeen worn by Malgosia Bela.

For more Azzedine Alaia shoes refer to Shoebunny’s ever-growing Azzedine Alaia collection.

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Shoebunny spotted Lindsay Lohan in red flat strappy gladiator sandals from Giuseppe Zanotti.

Lindsay is wearing the same gladiator sandals Shoebunny already spotted on Heidi Klum in a previous posting. Who says gladiator sandals are no longer en vogue?

Multi-strap gladiator sandals are gorgeous as demonstrated by Mary-Kate’s strappy platform gladiator sandals from YSL.

Lindsay’s red gladiator sandals feature leather upper, multi strap buckle details, adjustable double ankle straps, leather lined footbed, leather sole, and a 1/2″ heel.

These red gladiator sandals from Giuseppe Zanotti are available from Zappos.com for US$ 445.36 (on sale).

For more Giuseppe Zanotti shoes refer to Shoebunny’s ever-growing Giuseppe Zanotti collection.

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Raffaello Network: Giuseppe Zanotti Shoes
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Shoebunny spotted Mary-Kate Olsen in gladiator sandals from Balenciaga.

These are the same gladiator sandals Shoebunny already spotted on Christy Turlington and Courteney Cox. Also see Carine Roitfeld in a similar pair of gladiator sandals.

Mary-Kate has a healthy attitude towards high heels:
“I run around my house naked with heels all the time. It’s so funny.” Mary-Kate Olsen

See Mary-Kate in Christian Louboutin heels and in the famous “Bruges” from Christian Louboutin.

For more Balenciaga shoes refer to Shoebunny’s ever-growing Balenciaga collection.

Where to buy:
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Shoebunny spotted the Malgosia Bela in gladiator sandals from Azzedine Alaia.

These are the same sandals Shoebunny already spotted on Nicole Richie. While this style is several seasons old it’s still seen on today’s celebs. Shoebunny recently spotted Nicole again in these studded gladiator sandals (watch for an upcoming posting). That’s one of the advantages of classic, natural styles like gladiator sandals: they are always en vogue. It’s always funny when so-called “fashion experts” define the start and end of the gladiator trend. Listen up, there is no such trend but the trend is always there
Follow your own fashion sense, not the crowd. If you’re after gladiator sandals, great. If not, just ignore them.

Over the years Shoebunny has spotted numerous celebs wearing gladiator sandals: Gisele Bundchen (Balenciaga), Cameron Diaz (Kate Spade), Christy Turlington (Balenciaga), Courteney Cox (Balenciaga), Hayden Panettiere (Coach), Stacey Ferguson (DSquared2), Diane Kruger (Yves Saint Laurent), Jessica Alba (Tod’s), Sienna Miller (Chanel), Nicole Richie (Balenciaga), Heidi Klum (Giuseppe Zanotti), Carine Roitfeld (Balenciaga), Heidi Klum (Balenciaga), Caroline Trentini (Chanel), Kate Hudson (Chanel), Rebecca Romijn (Tod’s), Kimberly Stewart (Balenciaga), Jennifer Lopez (Balenciaga), and many more …

Other celebs wearing Azzedine Alaia shoes include Jessica Simpson in platform sandals, Carmen Electra in T-strap platform sandals, and Karoline Kurkova in high heeled gladiator sandals.

For more Azzedine Alaia shoes refer to Shoebunny’s ever-growing Azzedine Alaia collection.

Where to buy:
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Shoebunny spotted Cameron Diaz in gladiator sandals from Kate Spade.

Shoebunny’s dear reader Linny sent the following request a few days ago:
Hi, I tried searching the site, but I can’t seem to find these shoes that Cameron Diaz is wearing. I LOVE the color, and the squared toe. Thanks for your help!

Confirmed, these shoes have not been listed on Shoebunny’s site, but Shoebunny already spotted Cameron’s gladiator sandals for an upcoming post several weeks ago. Not your usual high-end designer shoe, but a comfortable and elegant shoe for your daily business. While Shoebunny spotted many celebs in gladiator sandals in the past years Cameron’s gladiator sandals are unique due to the square toe.

Also see Cameron in Pierre Hardy wedges, in Christian Louboutin heels, in Christian Louboutin “Clichy” pumps, in yellow sandals from Jimmy Choo, in Christian Louboutin sandals, and in blue sandals from Jimmy Choo.

For more Kate Spade shoes refer to Shoebunny’s ever-growing Kate Spade collection.

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Shoebunny spotted Christy Turlington in gladiator sandals from Balenciaga.

Christy is wearing the same style as Courteney Cox in yesterday’s posting. While gladiator sandals are most often spotted far away from the red carpet these Balenciaga sandals demonstrate that gladiator sandals are not only a timeless classic for every season but can also be worn at any occasion. Gladiator sandals have clearly come a long way from the ancient Greece and Rome.

Christy’s Balenciaga gladiator sandals feature smooth leather upper, open toe, wide leather strip which runs from toe to ankle, four leather straps woven through strip at vamp, two buckle adjustable ankle straps woven through strip, a 4” leather wedge heel, leather insole and leather sole.

Also see Christy in Stuart Weitzman heels, DKNY sandals, Ann Taylor sandals, Ann Taylor heels, Ann Taylor sandals, Gucci heels, Bottega Veneta heels, Bottega Veneta boots, and Robert Clergerie slippers.

For more Balenciaga shoes refer to Shoebunny’s ever-growing Balenciaga collection.

Where to buy:
ebay: Balenciaga Shoes

Shoebunny spotted Courteney Cox in gladiator wedge sandals from Balenciaga.

This style features strappy leather upper, open toe, lace through four strap design at vamp, double ankle strap with adjustable buckle closure, leather insole with slight padding at heel, leather sole, and a 4” wedge heel. A truly elegant gladiator style for the red carpet warrior.

Another awesome gladiator sandal from Balenciaga. Shoebunny already spotted several celebs in Balenciaga gladiator sandals including Nicole Richie in white studded gladiator sandals, Carine Roitfeld in high heel gladiator sandals, Heidi Klum in studded gladiator sandals, Kimberly Steart in brown studded gladiator sandals, Jennifer Lopez in knee-high gladiator sandals, Lindsay Lohan in zip-front gladiator sandals, Jessica Simpson in zip-front gladiator sandals, Asia Argento in knee-high gladiator sandals, Kylie Minogue in knee-high gladiator sandals, Sienna Miller in high heel gladiator sandals, and also Courteney in flat patent gladiator sandals.

Also see Courteney in gladiator sandals from Sigerson Morrison and ankle-strap sandals from Balenciaga.

For more Balenciaga shoes refer to Shoebunny’s ever-growing Balenciaga collection.

Where to buy:
ebay: Balenciaga Shoes

Shoebunny spotted Hayden Panettiere in gladiator sandals from Coach.

Shoebunny’s dear Monica sent the following request some time ago:
can you please tell me who designed Hayden Panettiere’s gold gladiator sandals and where I can find them? she was pictured wearing them with a white workout outfit and then again with a flowy yellow dress. thank you so much.

This style is called “Rosabel” and features three straps across the top of the foot and one ankle strap.

These gladiator sandals seem to be one of Hayden’s favorite pair of shoes as Shoebunny has spotted her wearing these gladiator sandals on at least nine different occasions over the past months.

Hayden’s gold gladiator sandals are similar to the famous K. Jacques “Parys” sandals from St. Tropez or styles from Jil Sander and Marc Jacobs. As Shoebunny wrote in earlier postings gladiator sandals have been en vogue since centuries and will continue so in the future. You can never go wrong with such a classic pair of footwear for daily wear. Other celebs wearing gladiator sandals include Stacey Ferguson in studded gladiator sandals from DSquared2, Jessica Alba in python gladiator sandals from Tod’s (also worn by Rebecca Romijn), Sienna Miller in her famous gladiator sandals from Chanel (again here, also worn by Kate Hudson), Nicole Richie in studded gladiator sandals from Balenciaga (also worn by Heidi Klum and Kimberly Stewart), Heidi Klum in red gladiator sandals from Giuseppe Zanotti, Courteney Cox in black T-strap sandals from Sigerson Morrison, and Kate Moss in gladiator sandals from Gina (and here).

For more Coach shoes refer to Shoebunny’s ever-growing Coach collection.

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