Cynthia Erivo Teases Sophomore Album ‘I Forgive You' in Clear Pleaser Adore-1050C Sky-High Boots
Cynthia Erivo fans rejoice. The performer is dropping her second album on June 6.
Titled 'I Forgive You,' the sophomore album features recently released singles, including 'Worst of Me' and 'Replay.' Erivo posted about the album cover art on her Instagram on Thursday, sharing a daring photo of herself in the nude, save for a pair of sky-high Pleaser platform boots.
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Retailing for $44, the Adore-1050C style is calf length and features captivating see-through PVC uppers, making the wearer look like they're floating on air. Lace-up closures gave way to silver hardware, zipper closures and pointed toes.
Bringing on the height, 2 and 3/4 inch platform soles gave way to stiletto heels standing at a whopping 7 inches. The platform soles and stilettos were clear like the rest of the shoe. Finally, the brand's logo can be found on the insoles in gold lettering. The Pleaser pick is often worn by performers and dancers alike. The shoe was partnered with lengthy white angel wings, adding to the ethereal vibes. The wings swept the floor, creating drama.
Erivo's post was accompanied by a lengthy caption that read, 'Over the last 2+ years, between all the flights, the filming, the interviews, and the awards shows, I went to the studio with my dear friend @williamfwells and created this project for you and me.'
Erivo has always had a particularly head-turning sense of style both on and off the red carpet. Since starring role in the 2024 film 'Wicked,' the British thespian has upped her footwear game, including platform styles galore paired with seemingly impossible stiletto heels.
Boots seem to be her go-to silhouette, however, Erivo also tends towards classic pumps in an array of finishes while on talk shows or red carpets. Shoes from Christian Louboutin, Schiaparelli, Thom Browne, Marc Jacobs and Jimmy Choo have all been a part of her footwear rotation as of late.
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