Holly Madison’s Signature Style: Decoding Her Fashion Choices From Charlotte Olympia to Maternity Elegance

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Holly Madison stands slightly taller than the average American woman. At 5 feet 5 inches (165.1 cm), she surpasses the national average height for adult women in the United States, which is around 5 feet 4 inches (about 162.5 cm), by approximately one inch (2.6 cm).

Holly Madison’s U.S. women’s shoe size of 8 corresponds to a UK size 6, an EU size of approximately 38.5 to 39, and a Japanese size of about 24.5. In terms of length, this equates to roughly 24.1 centimeters or 9.5 inches.

Holly Madison is an American model, showgirl, television personality and authorHolly Madison is an American model, showgirl, television personality, and author (Credit: Judy Eddy / WENN)

Holly Madison’s Ethnic Background

Holly Madison, born Holly Sue Cullen on December 23, 1979, in Astoria, Oregon, U.S., has a diverse ethnic background primarily rooted in European ancestry.

Her mother’s lineage includes a majority of English descent and German and Scottish heritage. Additionally, her family tree extends to more distant French, Swiss-German, Welsh, and Dutch roots. This mix of European ancestries contributes to Holly Madison’s rich cultural background.

Holly Madison’s Career Highlights and Net Worth

Best known for starring in the E! hit reality television series The Girls Next Door (2005) and her spin-off series, Holly’s World (2009), she is an American Playboy model, showgirl, and reality TV star with a net worth of $16 million as of 2024.

Holly Madison's feet are shoe size 8 (US)Holly Madison’s feet are shoe size 8 (US) (Credit: Judy Eddy / WENN)

Navigating Love and Relationships: Holly Madison’s Personal Life

After divorcing Pasquale Rotella in February 2019, she started dating Zak Bagans, a self-described paranormal investigator who hosts Ghost Adventures. She split from Bagans in 2021.

She has also been in relationships with several notable figures, including Jack Barakat between 2010 and 2011, Benji Madden from 2009 to 2010, Criss Angel from 2008 to 2009, and Hugh Hefner from 2001 to 2008.

Holly Madison was Hugh Hefner's favorite girlfriend from 2002-2008Holly Madison was Hugh Hefner’s favorite girlfriend from 2002-2008 (Credit: Dimitri Halkidis / WENN)

Facing Challenges: Holly Madison’s Early Days at the Playboy Mansion

Facing credit card debt and potential homelessness, Madison moved into the Playboy Mansion in August 2001 and officially became one of Hugh Hefner’s girlfriends.

Holly Madison shows off her feet in Las Vegas in 2010Holly Madison shows off her feet in Las Vegas in 2010 (Credit: Judy Eddy / WENN)

In her 2016 book titled “Down the Rabbit Hole: Curious Adventures and Cautionary Tales of a Former Playboy Bunny” which you can buy on Amazon, she claims girls had to wash their feet before getting into bed with Hugh Hefner at the Playboy Mansion.

Holly Madison walks the empty streets of Los Angeles on March 23, 2020Holly Madison walks the empty streets of Los Angeles on March 23, 2020 (Credit: Instar / WENN)

Holly Madison Dazzles in Charlotte Olympia ‘Ursula’ Sandals: A Fashion Hit at Vegas Events

In December 2012, we featured Holly Madison wearing a pair of lovely bow-accented Louboutin sandals at an event in Vegas. Later the same month, she was spotted again in an equally sexy pair of metallic heels.

Holly Madison elegantly pairs a minimalist light green dress with striking “Ursula” sandals by Charlotte OlympiaHolly Madison elegantly pairs a minimalist light green dress with striking “Ursula” sandals by Charlotte Olympia (Credit: Judy Eddy / WENN)

Holly, who wears shoe size 8, is brave for wearing such high heels and platforms when most women would find it awkward to walk, let alone in heels.

Check out this former Playboy bunny in detail below, and tell us if you think her shoe choice is a hit or a big miss!

Holly Madison radiates grace at the Nevada Ballet Theatre production of 'The Nutcracker'Holly Madison radiates grace at the Nevada Ballet Theatre production of ‘The Nutcracker’ at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts in Las Vegas on December 15, 2012 (Credit: Judy Eddy / WENN)

The soon-to-be mom wore a simple light green dress with the “Ursula” sandals from Charlotte Olympia.

Close-up view of Holly Madison's fashionable “Ursula” sandals from Charlotte Olympia, showcasing elegant design detailsClose-up view of Holly Madison’s fashionable “Ursula” sandals from Charlotte Olympia, showcasing elegant design details (Credit: Judy Eddy / WENN)

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