While Jessica Chastain is now celebrated for her signature ginger locks, the Oscar winner’s relationship with her hair hasn’t always been easy. In an interview with Refinery29, Chastain revealed that she was frequently ridiculed for her hair and freckles as a child.
“As a child, I didn’t want to be different,” she explained, noting that she now resists dyeing her hair to honor her individuality. Today, her vibrant red hair serves as a striking contrast to her high-fashion wardrobe, which frequently features bold color palettes and architectural footwear.
Whether she is opting for wigs to transform for a role or coordinating her natural color with designer heels, Chastain’s red-carpet appearances are a masterclass in styling. Below, we look back at two of her most iconic appearances in 2019, where her hair and shoe choices took center stage.
Emerald Couture and Crystal Accents: It: Chapter Two Premiere (August 2019)
Jessica Chastain highlights her signature red hair with soft side-swept waves, crystal drop earrings, and luminous makeup
For the premiere of her anticipated film, It: Chapter Two, held at the Regency Village Theatre, the petite American actress/producer showed off her beautiful red hair in an emerald green crystal-embellished off-the-shoulder gown from the Zuhair Murad Fall 2019 Couture collection paired with Piaget jewelry. She was styled by Elizabeth Stewart.
Styled by Elizabeth Stewart, Jessica Chastain wears an emerald off-the-shoulder Zuhair Murad Fall 2019 Couture gown intricately embellished with crystals for a striking red-carpet moment
Jessica Chastain glides down the red carpet at the It: Chapter Two premiere in Westwood, California, showcasing the architectural detailing and rich emerald tone of her couture gown on August 26, 2019 (Credit: Apega / WENN / FayesVision / Nicky Nelson)
Architectural White and Jimmy Choo Platforms: Dark Phoenix World Premiere (June 2019)
Earlier that summer, she wore an all-white Maticevski Resort 2019 two-piece look at the premiere of Dark Phoenix at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.
Jessica Chastain’s red hair was styled by Los Angeles-based hairstylist Renato Campora
She styled her chic jumpsuit with Jimmy Choo Max platform shoes and Chopard earrings. Her hair was done by Los Angeles-based hairstylist Renato Campora.
Across red carpets and star-studded galas, the Jimmy Choo “Max” platform sandal has emerged as a defining silhouette in modern celebrity footwear, praised on Your Next Shoes for its vertiginous heel height, architectural platform, and unmistakable red-carpet presence.
In our in-depth look at Jimmy Choo’s towering “Max” platform sandals, the design is spotlighted as a go-to choice for celebrities seeking dramatic lift without sacrificing elegance, while Zendaya’s bold styling moment at the Met Gala is explored in Zendaya’s Versace armor-inspired look paired with Jimmy Choo “Max” heels.
Jessica Chastain commands the red carpet at the Dark Phoenix world premiere, pairing a sculptural white Maticevski one-shoulder ensemble with towering white platform heels that elongate her silhouette despite her wrist cast on June 4, 2019
Just days before the premiere, she underwent wrist surgery. The “Zero Dark Thirty” star shared some details in an interview with Jimmy Kimmel filmed on June 4.
“I had surgery on Friday,” she told the television host, who asked which cast member beat her up. “And I haven’t taken any painkillers because I’m doing press, so I’m in a really good mood right now,” she joked.
Jessica sported her simple wrist cast at the world premiere of Dark Phoenix, which looked much nicer than Mariah Carey’s designer arm sling.
Jessica Chastain had to wear a wrist cast after undergoing surgery just days before the premiere
Where Couture Meets Footwear: Jessica Chastain’s Most Memorable Style Moments
Across premieres, award shows, and press tours, Jessica Chastain consistently demonstrates how the right shoes can elevate even the most architectural looks.
From red-soled classics to crystal-embellished statement heels, her footwear choices reveal a deep understanding of proportion, polish, and presence. Below, explore some of her most iconic shoe-centric fashion moments on Your Next Shoes.
👠 Explore Jessica Chastain’s Shoe & Fashion Moments:
- ✨ Jessica Chastain’s Timeless Shoe & Fashion Moments — A comprehensive retrospective of her most memorable red-carpet footwear and elegant styling, including Burberry gowns, Louboutin Strass heels, and classic black pumps.
- 👠 Jessica Chastain’s Love Affair With Christian Louboutin — From metallic Burberry platforms to Iriza pumps, this article explores her enduring relationship with standout red-soled heels.
- 🌟 Jessica Chastain Sparkles in Sophia Webster “Belle” Sandals — Highlights her elegant satin platform sandals and other memorable shoe pairings that balance proportion and flair.
- 🔥 Jessica Chastain in Gucci and Swarovski-Studded René Caovilla Gladiator Sandals — Showcases a bold red-carpet look featuring statement crystal sandals that steal the show.
- 🎉 Jessica Chastain in Alexander McQueen & Louboutin Isolde Pumps — A playful yet edgy look pairing spiked Louboutin heels with a chic babydoll dress.