Since becoming the youngest Press Secretary in White House history, Karoline Leavitt has come under immense pressure not only as the spokesperson for President Donald Trump but as a public figure as well.
The spotlight comes with added scrutiny over her personal life too - from her family to her style.
Since taking the position, the 28-year-old has been labeled as a 'MAGA Barbie,' sporting various looks from pricey designer brands Self-Portrait, Maje and Sandro.
She also boasts an enviable handbag collection, which includes designers like Louis Vuitton and Chanel.
Leavitt, who is currently pregnant with her second child, often appears at White House press briefings in glamorous tweed dresses, high heels, tailored suits and colorful coats.
But perhaps it's her shoe collection that catches the most attention, as she's sported a wide range of luxe brands on her feet since taking the podium at the White House briefing room.
It seems that Leavitt, who earns an annual salary of $195,200, according to Fox News, has bought shoes from Jimmy Choo, Gucci, Chanel, and even trendy athleticwear brand Hoka.
According to California-based personal stylist and image consultant Cynthia Kennedy, Leavitt's shoe selection signals that she's going for a 'smart and professional' look rather than one that's based on trends.
Since becoming the youngest Press Secretary in White House history, Karoline Leavitt has come under immense pressure not only as the spokesperson for President Donald Trump but as a public figure as well.
Leavitt, who is currently pregnant with her second child, often appears at White House press briefings in glamorous tweed dresses, high heels, tailored suits and colorful coats.
'Karoline Leavitt choosing brands like Gucci, Jimmy Choo, and Chanel signals that she leans into polished, recognizable luxury,' Kennedy told the Daily Mail.
'I find it interesting that she's going for heritage brands with serious pedigree rather than trendy, buzzy labels,' she continued.
'She's not wearing Bottega Veneta, Khaite, Jacquemus, or The Row (which are more "quiet luxury"). She's wearing brands with big, identifiable logos and silhouettes,' Kennedy said.
Choosing to buy from these brands is what allows her to look so polished while on the podium, the stylist said.
'She is young, and these brands allow her to look trendy and fashionable while still looking like she belongs in a high-stakes, conservative political environment,' Kennedy said.
'She appears to want to give off a "smart and professional" image, though some people think her style is more "socialite than professional."'
Now, the Daily Mail is taking a closer look at Leavitt's extensive shoe collection and revealing her favorite designer brands.
Leavitt arrived wearing Jimmy Choo on her first day on the job.
While making her debut as Press Secretary in her first press briefing in January 2025, Leavitt donned a pair of $1,150 black heels from designer Jimmy Choo.
The black patent-leather heels featured a pointed toe and chic crystal strap around the top of the foot.
Leavitt was also seen wearing the same pair as she spoke to White House media on Wednesday, sporting them with flared black trousers and a black jacket decorated with gold buttons.
At the time, she paired the look with a berry-colored two piece set from Zara, proving that she can mix both high-and-low fashion pieces.
According to personal stylist Kennedy, the Jimmy Choo pumps created an 'ultra-polished, feminine, aspirational image.'
'They're elegant, expensive, and uncompromising. They say "I belong in this room" and "I take this seriously,"' Kennedy explained to the Daily Mail.
Leavitt was also seen wearing the same pair as she spoke to White House media on Wednesday, sporting them with flared black trousers and a black jacket decorated with gold buttons.
She also donned them last February, coordinating her look with a black sweater that was decorated with a crystal collar.
The Press Secretary seems to have an affinity for Gucci
During her weekend away, she sported a pair of the $990 Princetown slippers from Gucci in a cream color.
They seem to be more of a casual shoe for Leavitt, as she hasn't worn them yet to the briefing room.
Italian fashion house Gucci appears to be one of her favorite brands, as she owns multiple pieces from the designer.
In May, she showed off her weekend in Palm Beach with her followers, posting multiple photos of her with her family, including her much older husband, 60-year-old Nicholas Riccio.
During her weekend away, she sported a pair of the $990 Princetown slippers from the brand in a cream color.
The shoes are backless and feature the designer's signature silver buckle on them.
They seem to be more of a casual shoe for Leavitt, as she hasn't worn them yet to the briefing room.
In addition to her Gucci loafers, she also owns a handful of purses from the pricey designer, like her $3,200 Gucci Web Dionysus Medium and Dionysus in black.
Leavitt is not afraid to wear high heels
Leavitt does not shy away from wearing a high heel - in fact, she's often seen in them at press briefings and during her travels with the President.
'Leavitt is often seen in tall heels, like patent leather pumps and stiletto boots,' Kennedy told the Daily Mail.
'Being the youngest press secretary ever, I suspect the heels are part of her plan to seem in charge and be taken seriously,' she shared.
One of Leavitt's boldest pair of heels includes the 3.5 inch hot pink, patent leather shoes by Le Silla, which retail for $732.
The 28-year-old appears to own the patent leather Stuart Weitzman Power 100 Pumps in two different colors, black and tan.
'There's a tendency for young women in positions of power to feel they have to "dress up" more to be seen as important.'
The stylist said that not only do the heels add height but they also create an 'elongated silhouette.'
[They] can be part of a very traditional "professional woman" uniform,' Kennedy explained.
One of Leavitt's boldest pair of heels includes the 3.5 inch hot pink, patent leather shoes by Le Silla, which retail for $732.
She wore them with a dark pink, tweed wrap dress by Maje, completing the monochromatic look.
Of course, she also wears a lot of neutral-colored heels to match her business-casual outfits.
The 28-year-old appears to own the patent leather Stuart Weitzman Power 100 Pumps in two different colors, black and tan.
Leavitt is often seen wearing various pairs of neutral-colored heels
The heels retail for nearly $500, providing a classic look to any outfit with its elegant pointed toe.
She's paired the shoes with many of her outfits on different occasions, including when she accompanied President Trump to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE last May.
Leavitt often wears the neutral shoes to multiple press briefings, like one she held on February 10.
She wore the nude heels with flared black trousers and a black-and-white pinstripe blazer.
However, nowadays, wearing heels to work can be a bit of a 'throwback,' per the stylist.
'Most women in similar positions today are increasingly mixing in more comfortable options,' Kennedy said.
'We're seeing kitten heels, block heels, even stylish flats becoming the norm in professional settings,' she continued.
'So her commitment to those sky-high stilettos feels very intentional and almost like she's embracing a more old-school, overtly feminine power aesthetic.'
One of her recent shoe purchases is from Chanel
In addition to her collection of shoes that includes Gucci and Jimmy Choo, it looks like Leavitt has recently added a pair of Chanel flats into the mix.
While she was traveling to the Middle East with the President this past May, Leavitt was photographed wearing a pair of Mary Jane-style ballet flats from the high-end brand, which has also proven to be a favorite of First Lady Melania Trump's.<|vq_14335|>