In November 2015 at Universal Studios in Hollywood, Alessandra Ambrosio stepped out for an “Extra” appearance in a sharply cut two-piece from Fausto Puglisi’s Resort 2016 collection—an outfit that balances exposure with structure through tailoring, layering, and proportion.
Alessandra Ambrosio keeps it polished and effortless, with soft waves and gold hoops adding warmth to the sharp, graphic look on the set of “Extra” at Universal Studios in Los Angeles on November 30, 2015 (Credit: Michael Wright / WENN / Instar)
Just as important to the look is what happens below the hemline. Ambrosio finished the outfit with black-and-gold Giuseppe Zanotti sandals, a high, strappy silhouette designed to extend the leg line without adding visual weight.
The combination—cropped bustier, mini skirt, and minimal sandal—creates a continuous vertical flow, where the shoes act less as a statement and more as a tool for proportion and polish.
A cropped Fausto Puglisi set meets a tailored black blazer, while barely-there Giuseppe Zanotti sandals sharpen the leg line without interrupting it
Alessandra amped up the glamour by wearing gold jewelry, including some bracelets, rings, and hoop earrings.
Leaning into the moment, Ambrosio lets the bold black-and-white pattern do the talking, grounded by delicate ankle-strap heels
She balanced on black-and-gold Giuseppe Zanotti heels that subtly lifted her already tall frame, the slightly roomy fit softening the otherwise sharp, strappy silhouette.
From structured stance to off-duty ease, the look holds its shape thanks to clean tailoring and minimal, high-impact footwear
The tall Brazilian model wore her shoulder-length layered tresses down in loose waves and completed the look with barely-there makeup, including pink lipstick.
The studded diagonal lines draw the eye across the silhouette, with slim Zanotti sandals keeping the finish light and elongated
The lanky brunette spent the interview talking about the 2015 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.
Fine black straps and a gold-trimmed sole frame the foot, creating a barely-there effect that lengthens from toe to ankle
Alessandra’s Giuseppe Zanotti sandals are made of black-and-gold leather and feature slender, buckled front straps, adjustable ankle straps, open toes, about 0.5-inch platforms, and 5-inch heels.
A slender stiletto and curved gold heel detail add sculptural contrast, elevating the minimal sandal into a precise finishing piece
Why Giuseppe Zanotti Heels Still Define Red-Carpet Precision
Ambrosio’s black-and-gold sandals capture what Giuseppe Zanotti does especially well: turning a delicate high heel into a sculptural detail without overwhelming the outfit. From barely-there ankle straps to caged silhouettes and metallic finishes, the designer’s heels often work like punctuation marks—sharp, polished, and built to lengthen the line.
👠 Explore Giuseppe Zanotti High-Heel Moments:
- ⚡ Giuseppe Zanotti’s sculptural “G Heel” became a red-carpet favorite on Jenna Dewan, Alessandra Ambrosio, Anna Kendrick, Heidi Klum, Dakota Fanning, and Kourtney Kardashian, turning the stiletto itself into the sharpest part of the silhouette.
- 🖤 Chrissy Teigen’s black Giuseppe Zanotti “Raquel” sandals brought a geometric, caged finish to her slit Haney gown, proving how architectural heels can give a simple black dress real edge.
- ❤️ Renate Reinsve’s red Giuseppe Zanotti “Intriigo” sandals matched her Louis Vuitton Oscars gown with a barely-there patent silhouette, pointed open toe, and slim stiletto heel.
- ✨ Fantasia Barrino’s silver Giuseppe Zanotti “Coline” sandals added a metallic lift to her embellished Diana Couture gown, with delicate triple straps and a towering heel elongating the red-carpet line.
- 💫 Hailey Baldwin’s Giuseppe Zanotti “Darcie” sandals grounded her sheer Georges Chakra jumpsuit at the MTV VMAs with the kind of precise, minimal heel that lets a dramatic outfit breathe.
- 👡 Sarah Hyland’s Giuseppe Zanotti “Cassie” sandals show the power of a single wide ankle strap, using a razor-sharp stiletto pitch to balance color, print, and proportion.