Harriet Sperling drew attention at the fifth day of Royal Ascot with a bridal-inspired white ensemble, but her choice of footwear also captured a fashion moment.
Sperling wore a white Beulah London Ahana lace dress and paired it with gold baroque-embossed Hangisi heels from Manolo Blahnik. These heels are part of an exclusive collaboration with Emilia Wickstead, who designed Sperling's wedding dress. The Hangisi style is notable for its opulent jacquard material, Manolo Blahnik's signature crystal buckle, and a 70mm heel.
The Manolo Blahnik Hangisi shoe gained significant recognition through the character Carrie Bradshaw, portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker, in the television series 'Sex and the City.' Bradshaw's extensive collection of statement heels often featured the Hangisi, which became an identifiable fashion piece, particularly after she wore a pair on her wedding day to Mr. Big.
Sperling's shoe choice also aligns with that of Catherine, Princess of Wales. In 2022, the Princess of Wales wore emerald Hangisi heels with a metallic green midi dress for a portrait with Prince William, which was unveiled at the University of Cambridge's Fitzwilliam Museum.