Amal Clooney Arrived at the Airport in the One Shoe Trend I Would Never Wear Through Security

There's no disputing it: Amal Clooney is a woman of many talents. But choosing an airport-appropriate shoe might not be one of them. Stepping out in an elegant draped jumpsuit, the lawyer and social activist paired her look with oversized sunglasses and metallic-gold wedges.

Beautiful as they might be, when I saw Clooney's shoe choice, my mind immediately went to the faff at the security queue that wearing a wedge is certain to cause. Not only would they need to go through the scanners to ensure the wedge is hollow, but her pair also included a buckle detail that she'd have to kneel to un-do, not to mention having to stride barefoot across the airport floor. To me, these pretty gold shoes just scream inconvenient.

Appropriate for the airport? No. Incredibly chic? Yes, and I can think of many an occasion where Clooney's wedges would be just the ticket—a garden party, an evening out, an all-day wedding… but not one of them involves having to pass through a security screening.

Amal Clooney wears wedges.

(Image credit: Backgrid)

I know what you’re thinking—she probably doesn’t even go through standard security. Having never flown on a private jet myself, I’m not 100% on the process, but I assume Clooney slipped into something a little more comfortable once she boarded the plane. Still, I applaud her commitment to a look, even if it might be a very impractical one for the rest of us.

In honour of her chic ensemble, I’ve chosen some wedge heels to wear anywhere but the airport. Below that, you’ll find the shoes this fashion editor deems much more sensible for a plane journey.

SHOP CHIC WEDGES (TO WEAR ANYWHERE BUT THE AIRPORT):

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Natalie Munro
News Writer

Natalie Munro is Who What Wear UK’s news writer and has worked in the fashion industry since she graduated with a degree in Journalism from the University of the Arts London. Natalie’s experience in the industry spans journalistic and styling roles that have seen her work for publications including British Vogue, Conde Nast Traveller, Vogue Ukraine, AnOther Magazine and Elle UK.

With an interest in uncovering the latest fashion trends, Natalie takes a leading role in identifying news for Who What Wear UK. Reporting on a daily basis, Natalie focuses on trends on and off the runway, as well as street style and celebrity fashion. Natalie also creates content for Who What Wear’s social channels including TikTok and Instagram on a weekly basis.