Chase Infiniti wore the Christian Louboutin Miss Z in metallic silver to the Warner Bros. post-BAFTA after-party on 23 February 2026. A 100mm stiletto in laminated napa leather: here is what it is, how it fits, and how it compares to the So Kate.
Quick Answer: Christian Louboutin Miss Z
Last updated: February 2026
The Christian Louboutin Miss Z is a 100mm stiletto pump in laminated napa leather, named in reference to Zendaya. Chase Infiniti wore it in metallic silver to the Warner Bros. post-BAFTA after-party on 23 February 2026, the night her film "One Battle After Another" won six awards at the 79th ceremony.
- The silhouette: Pointed, elongated toe with a slightly wider toe box than the So Kate; 100mm stiletto
- The material: Laminated napa leather: softer and more dimensional than patent, with a finish that shifts in different light
- Sizing: Expected to run true to size based on the wider toe box and padded insole; more forgiving for broader forefeet than the So Kate. Verify against the size guide before you buy.
- UK retail price: £795 (verify at eu.christianlouboutin.com/uk_en before buying)
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The Night: Six BAFTAs and a Deliberate Shoe Choice
Chase Infiniti's film "One Battle After Another" won six BAFTAs on 23 February 2026. By the time she reached the Warner Bros. after-party, the result was already settled. What she wore on her feet was not.
The shoe was the Christian Louboutin Miss Z in metallic silver laminated napa leather: a 100mm stiletto pump with a pointed toe, a name that nods to Zendaya, and a finish that shifts under every change of light. In a room full of black gowns and dark suits, silver catches flashbulbs differently from every angle. It was not a quiet choice.
If you know the Louboutin range, the Miss Z sits in useful territory. It is taller than the Kate 85, which many people default to for long events, but it stops 20mm short of the So Kate 120. That 20mm sounds modest on paper. It is not modest at hour three of a celebration. The Miss Z gives you presence without the negotiation that a 120mm heel demands from your feet. For a night where you have six awards to acknowledge and no intention of leaving early, that gap matters.
What Is the Christian Louboutin Miss Z?
The Christian Louboutin Miss Z is a 100mm stiletto pump with a pointed, slightly elongated toe. The name is a nod to Zendaya. Louboutin created the style with her in mind, and the shoe behaves like it: confident, built for cameras, not particularly interested in blending in.
The toe silhouette is pointed but not as unforgiving as the So Kate. Christian Louboutin describes it as a "tapered silhouette"; what that means in practice is a slightly wider toe box that gives the front of your foot more room. This is combined with a padded insole. Those two changes make the Miss Z noticeably more comfortable at 100mm for a long evening than the equivalent So Kate. Same pointed direction, more considered execution.
Where it sits in the range: taller than the Kate 85 (the standard comfortable evening choice), shorter than the So Kate 120 (the statement shoe that asks something of you). At 100mm, the Miss Z is the option for people who want the presence of a high stiletto without the full physical commitment of a 120.
UK retail price is £795. Verify current pricing at eu.christianlouboutin.com/uk_en before purchase, as CL adjusts pricing periodically.
For a detailed comparison with the So Kate, the So Kate guide covers sizing, silhouette differences, and wearability in full. The So Kate vs Pigalle comparison guide covers how different heel heights and toe profiles behave across the Louboutin range. For a full breakdown of every height in the CL range, see our Christian Louboutin heel heights guide.
Laminated Napa Leather: What to Know
Laminated napa is not the same as patent. Patent has a hard, high-gloss surface that reflects light uniformly: it reads the same under a camera as it does under candlelight. Laminated napa has a softer base with a metallic layer over it, which means the finish moves. Under still lighting it reads clean and bright. Catch it under flashbulbs or chandeliers and it shifts. This is why metallic napa performs well for awards-season occasions: it reads differently in every photograph, which means it does not photograph the same way twice.
Laminated napa is more demanding to care for than smooth leather. The metallic layer can develop pressure marks from improper storage more quickly than standard leather. The dust bag matters here, not just the box. Our guide to cleaning Christian Louboutin shoes covers specialist finishes in detail.
Wearing the Miss Z: What 100mm Actually Means
If you have ever searched whether Louboutins are comfortable, the honest answer is: it depends entirely on the style and the heel height. A 100mm stiletto is the sweet spot for formal evenings that run long. You get the arch, the leg line, and the red sole without the pitch of a 120mm heel pushing your weight onto the ball of your foot for the entire night. If you already own a pair of So Kates and know the moment where your feet start making decisions for you, the Miss Z delays that moment by roughly an hour, sometimes more.
The silver laminated napa finish is more versatile than most people assume. It sits quietly against dark tones (navy, charcoal, black) and reads warm against blush and ivory. It competes with gold, so if the shoe is your metallic element, let it be your only one.
For UK occasion dressing: British formal events reward restraint more than American red carpets do. The Miss Z in silver at a black-tie dinner, a winter wedding, or a race day works because it adds a single deliberate point of interest without overwhelming the outfit. If you are already wearing a statement dress, the shoe sits quietly. If the outfit is simple, the shoe does the work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Christian Louboutin Miss Z pump?
The Christian Louboutin Miss Z is a 100mm stiletto pump in laminated napa leather, introduced as a new signature style with the name nodding to Zendaya. It has a pointed, slightly elongated toe with a wider toe box than the So Kate, combined with a padded insole. UK retail price is £795. It sits between the Kate 85 and the So Kate 120 in heel height and is designed for formal occasions.
What shoes did Chase Infiniti wear to the BAFTAs 2026?
Chase Infiniti wore the Christian Louboutin Miss Z pump in metallic silver laminated napa leather to the Warner Bros. post-BAFTA after-party on 23 February 2026. Her film "One Battle After Another" won six awards at the 79th BAFTA Film Awards that evening.
Christian Louboutin Miss Z vs So Kate: what is the difference?
Both are pointed-toe stiletto pumps. Comparing the two comes down to three things: heel height (100mm vs 120mm), toe box (the Miss Z is slightly wider and more forgiving), and insole (the Miss Z has a padded insole; the So Kate does not). The Miss Z is the more wearable shoe for long evenings. The So Kate makes the stronger visual statement and asks more of the person wearing it. Full breakdown in the So Kate guide.
Is the Christian Louboutin Miss Z the same as the Kate 100?
No. The Kate is a separate style that comes in 55mm, 85mm, and 100mm heel heights: a more wearable sister to the So Kate that has been in the range since 2012. The Miss Z is a distinct silhouette launched more recently, with a different toe profile, padded insole, and laminated napa construction. If you see a listing that conflates the two, treat it as a sign the seller does not know the range well.
Why is it called the Miss Z? Is it named after Zendaya?
Yes. The name is a direct reference to Zendaya. Louboutin created the style with her in mind, and the Z in the name is explicit. The shoe reflects that: precise, considered, and built for rooms where being noticed matters.
What size should I buy in the Christian Louboutin Miss Z?
Louboutins generally run small, but the Miss Z is more forgiving than most. It runs true to size for most Louboutin wearers. The slightly wider toe box means that people who normally size up half a size in the So Kate due to a broader forefoot may find their standard Louboutin size works here. If you are between sizes, go half a size up as standard practice for Louboutin stilettos. Check the Louboutin size guide for heel-specific guidance.
How much is the Christian Louboutin Miss Z in the UK?
UK retail price for the Miss Z is £795 for the standard leather and patent styles. Specialty materials (metallic napa, strass, silk) carry a higher price. Verify current pricing at eu.christianlouboutin.com/uk_en or at UK stockists including Harrods and Selfridges, as prices are updated periodically. Authenticated pre-owned Miss Z pumps are available below retail when they appear in the market. At Avantelle, every pair is verified before listing. See our authentication guarantee for what that covers.
Can you buy the Christian Louboutin Miss Z pre-owned?
Pre-owned Miss Z pumps appear in the authenticated luxury resale market. At Avantelle, every pair is verified before listing, with condition, authenticity, and sizing described clearly. Our authentication guarantee covers every purchase.
Find the Miss Z at Avantelle
The Miss Z retails at £795. Authenticated pre-owned means the same shoe, the same red sole, the same laminated napa finish, verified before it reaches a listing. Pairs typically appear at 40–60% below retail when they come to market.
Every pair at Avantelle is authenticated before listing. Our guarantee covers you completely.
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