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.

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):

Rixo

Enza Leather Wedges

£245

Take your inspiration from Clooney and shop a metallic pair.

Reiss

Anya Leather Strappy Wedge Heels in Gold

£168£78

Perfect for an evening out on a late-summer holiday.

Zara

Vinyl High-Heel Wedges

£40

The plum colour trend is taking off this autumn.

ST. Agni

Leather Wedge Sandals in Black

£265

I always come back to St. Agni for its elevated footwear collections.

Khaite

Marion Embellished Leather Wedge Sandals in Beige

£1020

These also come in black.

Jeffrey Campbell

Fiddle Platform Wedge Heels

£180

Not for the faint-hearted.

Charles & Keith

Patent Triangle-Heel Wedge Mules

£75

Style with denim or wear with an LBD.

SHOP AIRPORT-FRIENDLY SHOES:

Reformation

Bethany Ballet Flat in Brick Red Leather

£268

These modern ballet flats come in nine other shades.

Birkenstock

Faded Khaki Suede Boston Clogs

£130£120

These will quickly become your most-worn shoes.

Adidas Originals X Sporty & Rich

Olympic Adistar Embellished Faux Leather and Rubber-Trimmed Mesh Sneakers

£120

The gold metal embellishment adds such a playful edge.

Zara

Ballet Flats

£50

Style with white socks for a cute touch.

New Balance

530 Trainers in White & Silver

£100

These classic trainers will never go out of style.

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Classic Leather Loafers in Black

£125

These also come in a leopard-print style.