Wallpaper - Shiny New Shoes

A pair of glossy red high heels takes center stage in this striking wallpaper design by Kate Jarvik Birch. Set against a cool-toned backdrop of soft blue and light purple, the vibrant scarlet and deep red tones of the shoes stand out with bold, graphic contrast. Subtle painted reflections and shadows ground the footwear, bringing visual depth and an unmistakable pop art energy inspired by 1980s retro glam. Our made-to-measure mural wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper with a subtle physical structure.

In the room

We love this design on a dedicated accent wall where its large-scale composition has the space to make a clear visual statement. It works naturally in a walk-in closet, dressing room, or primary bedroom, giving the space a focused, fashion-inspired focal point. Because the motif is centered around a single graphic subject, we recommend keeping the wall relatively clear of tall wardrobes or high headboards so the full form and subtle reflections underneath remain visible. In a creative home studio, hallway, or powder room, it instantly sets a confident, artistic tone.

Styling it

The vivid red tones and clean pop art styling invite deliberate choices in your surrounding interior decor:

• Balance the strong presence of the artwork with clean-lined contemporary furniture in matte neutral finishes, such as off-white, soft gray, or deep charcoal.
• Introduce glossy lacquered surfaces or polished chrome details that echo the reflective, high-shine character of the painted heels.
• Keep surrounding textiles simple and unpatterned, using solid cool neutrals or deep midnight blues to let the red motif remain the clear hero of the room.

Color combinations

The artwork is built around a vivid red and dark red focal point set against a backdrop of pale sky blue, subtle lilac, and crisp highlights. When planning your surrounding palette, cool slate grays and muted blues work beautifully on adjacent walls and trim, harmonizing with the background and allowing the red heels to pop. For a more dramatic contrast, pairing this design with deep navy, black, or crisp white creates an unapologetically modern setting.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess material. Our wall murals are PVC-free, printed on paper with a subtle physical surface structure, and designed to be straightforward to hang in any home.