Gwyneth Paltrow Wears the Same Giuseppe Zanotti Sculptural Sandals Twice in 24 Hours

At the 2012 Toronto International Film Festival, Gwyneth Paltrow arrived at the Ryerson Theatre for the premiere of “Thanks for Sharing” in a look defined by bold textures and sculptural footwear.

She wore a minimalist, sleeveless Tom Ford dress, allowing the focus to remain on her choice of statement sandals.

Gwyneth Paltrow keeps the focus on clean, elongated lines in a sleek black sleeveless Tom Ford dress, pairing the minimalist silhouette with bold Giuseppe Zanotti tri-tone ankle-strap sandals—featuring red suede accents, animal-print calf hair, and gold hardware—at the Thanks for Sharing premiere during the 2012 Toronto International Film Festival at the Ryerson Theatre on September 8, 2012 (Credit: Ian Wilson / Nikki Nelson / FayesVision / WENN / Instar)

The shoes, a standout design from the Giuseppe Zanotti Fall 2012 collection, feature a mix of black and red suede paired with animal-print calf hair.

This particular appearance was notable for the actress styling the same pair of tri-tone sandals at two very different events within 24 hours.

Gwyneth Paltrow poses on the red carpet at the 2012 Stand Up To Cancer telecast held at The Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on September 7, 2012 (Credit: Ian Wilson / Nikki Nelson / FayesVision / WENN / Instar)

Gwyneth wore the same heels one day earlier with a coral flared skirt and a grey “Stand Up to Cancer” t-shirt.

Gwyneth Paltrow balances casual and playful elements in a grey “Stand Up to Cancer” t-shirt and coral flared mini skirt, grounding the look with the same Giuseppe Zanotti tri-tone ankle-strap sandals—where red suede trims and animal-print calf hair add a bold, fashion-forward finish to the charity red carpet

Here’s a closer look at those sandals. Besides the striking straps, what makes these shoes really stand out are the glam gold metal details on the back:

A closer look at Gwyneth Paltrow’s Giuseppe Zanotti sandals reveals a striking mix of textures and tones—featuring red suede ankle straps, black patent toe caps, and bold animal-print calf hair across the vamp—finished with a high stiletto heel that sharpens the overall silhouette

This style was available at Zappos and Farfetch but has unfortunately sold out.

Giuseppe Zanotti Animal-Print Calf-Hair and Suede Sandals originally retailed for $895

A dramatic rear view highlights the sandals’ sculptural gold metal heels—mirrored and fluid in form—contrasting against the red suede uppers and animal-print calf hair fronts

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From the sculptural, mixed-material Zanotti sandals she styled across two events to the pared-back minimalism that defines much of her red-carpet wardrobe, Gwyneth Paltrow’s approach to high heels is rooted in precision.

She consistently favors silhouettes that elongate the leg—think sharp pointed toes, low-cut vamps, and clean, architectural lines—while occasionally stepping into more experimental territory with texture, embellishment, or bold strap work.

For readers drawn to that same balance of restraint and impact, these Your Next Shoes features highlight how her footwear choices have evolved over time—spanning classic pumps, statement platforms, and more directional designer moments that continue to shape her polished aesthetic.

Gwyneth Paltrow in a Fendi Pre-Fall 2020 dress styled with Christian Louboutin shoes at the 77th Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on January 5, 2020, in Beverly Hills, California (Credit: Ian Wilson / Nikki Nelson / FayesVision / WENN / Instar)