Hawkeye’s Kate Bishop: Hailee Steinfeld Stuns With Blue Contacts for Iconic Role

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Known for her versatility and natural brown eyes, Hailee Steinfeld is having a busy November following the major releases of her three new streaming series on Netflix, Disney+, and Apple TV+.

The 24-year-old actress just recently made her MCU debut in Marvel’s Hawkeye, which premiered its first two episodes on Disney+ on Wednesday. Hailee stars as Kate Bishop in the miniseries, with Jeremy Renner reprising his role as Clint Barton.

Hailee Steinfeld delivers a remarkable performance as she makes her highly anticipated debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, portraying the beloved character Kate Bishop in the thrilling American television miniseries HawkeyeHailee Steinfeld delivers a remarkable performance as she makes her highly anticipated debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, portraying the beloved character Kate Bishop in the thrilling American television miniseries Hawkeye (Credit: Marvel Studios / Disney Platform Distribution)

Hailee Steinfeld, whose natural eye color is light brown/hazel, wears blue/grey contacts in the Hawkeye series.

Hailee Steinfeld, known for her natural brown eye color, wore blue contacts to accurately portray Kate Bishop's distinct appearance in the Hawkeye seriesHailee Steinfeld, known for her natural brown eye color, wore blue contacts to accurately portray Kate Bishop’s distinct appearance in the Hawkeye series (Credit: DFree / Shutterstock)

This is likely due to a combination of staying true to Kate Bishop’s blue eyes in the comics and maintaining genetic accuracy with her on-screen parents, who both have light eye colors.

Hailee Steinfeld skillfully utilizes blue contact lenses to authentically embody the character of Kate Bishop in the Hawkeye seriesHailee Steinfeld skillfully utilizes blue contact lenses to authentically embody the character of Kate Bishop in the Hawkeye series (Credit: Marvel Studios / Disney Platform Distribution)

Jeremy Renner and Hailee Steinfeld learned ASL to welcome Alaqua Cox, a Native American and deaf actress, to the set of their show.

Alaqua’s character, Maya Lopez, is also depicted as an amputee in the show, a detail that was fully incorporated into her character rather than concealed.

Alaqua Cox, a talented Native American actress who is deaf, garnered well-deserved acclaim for her exceptional portrayal of Maya Lopez, also known as Echo, in the captivating Disney+ series HawkeyeAlaqua Cox, a talented Native American actress who is deaf, garnered well-deserved acclaim for her exceptional portrayal of Maya Lopez, also known as Echo, in the captivating Disney+ series Hawkeye (Credit: Marvel Studios / Disney Platform Distribution)

The third and final season of Hailee’s comedy streaming TV series, Dickinson, was released on Apple TV+ on November 5.

Aside from playing the lead role as Emily Dickinson, the actress also serves as an executive producer for the series.

The next day, it was followed by the release of Netflix’s animated streaming series Arcane, a prequel to the League of Legends video game.

She voices Violet “Vi” in the adult animated action adventure streaming television series created by Christian Linke and Alex Yee.

Hailee Steinfeld heads to The Late Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to promote Hawkeye on November 23, 2021Hailee Steinfeld heads to The Late Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to promote Hawkeye on November 23, 2021 (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Hailee has been all over New York City this week, showcasing her eclectic sense of style while making the promo rounds for Hawkeye.

On Tuesday, the True Grit star stepped out of The Dominick Hotel for an appearance on The Late Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

Hailee Steinfeld keeps cozy in a black fuzzy coat with a form-fitting Khaite LBD underneathHailee Steinfeld keeps cozy in a fuzzy black coat with a form-fitting Khaite LBD underneath (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Opting for an all-black look, Hailee highlighted her figure in a form-fitting little black dress from Khaite.

The “Matilda” off-the-shoulder dress is made in Italy from stretchy ribbed-knit fabric, giving her a flattering fit. It sits off the shoulders and features a curved neckline, long sleeves, and a split hem.

Hailee Steinfeld pairs her black ensemble with Christian Louboutin So Kate black suede pumpsHailee Steinfeld pairs her black ensemble with Christian Louboutin So Kate black suede pumps (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Keeping cozy for the evening, Hailee bundled up in a furry coat that fell to her knees.

She then rounded out her ensemble with the iconic Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pumps in black suede that you can buy on Net-a-Porter.

A classic favorite, the So Kate pumps feature pointed toes and 5-inch stiletto heelsA classic favorite, the So Kate pumps feature pointed toes and 5-inch stiletto heels

Wearing her tresses back into a ponytail, Hailee went for a full face of makeup with dark smokey eyeshadow, brushed-up brows, a hint of blush, and a swipe of mauve lip color.

Hailee Steinfeld pulls her tresses back into a wavy ponytail and wears matte nude lipstick with smokey eyeshadowHailee Steinfeld pulls her tresses back into a wavy ponytail and wears matte nude lipstick with smokey eyeshadow (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Earlier in the day, the Barely Lethal actress wore a quirky oversized knit ensemble from Marc Jacobs’ Fall 2012 collection.

She was hard to ignore in the gray and pink velour outfit—composed of an extremely baggy sweater and matching flared pants—that’s entirely covered in large Marc Jacobs logo prints.

Underneath, the actress wore a Wolford turtleneck top and sashayed through the pavement in pointed-toe white boots with high block heels.

Hailee Steinfeld in a quirky oversized Marc Jacobs pink and gray velour sweater suit while out in New York City on November 23, 2021Hailee Steinfeld in a quirky oversized Marc Jacobs pink and gray velour sweater suit while out in New York City on November 23, 2021 (Credit: Mega / WENN)

She then pulled her wavy tresses up into a topknot with a few loose side-parted tendrils, creating a chic ‘90s look.

Accessorizing with just a pair of hoop earrings, The Edge of Seventeen star wore metallic smokey eye-makeup and pink lipstick.

Hailee Steinfeld wears a '90s top knot hairstyle with metallic smokey eyes and pink lipsHailee Steinfeld wears a ’90s top knot hairstyle with metallic smokey eyes and pink lips (Credit: Mega / WENN)

On Monday evening, Hailee attended the special screening of Hawkeye held at AMC Lincoln Square Theater.

Pulling out all the stops, Hailee couldn’t be missed in a monochromatic purple suit from David Koma on her way to the venue.

Hailee Steinfeld attends the special screening of Hawkeye at AMC Lincoln Square Theater on November 22, 2021Hailee Steinfeld attends the special screening of Hawkeye at AMC Lincoln Square Theater on November 22, 2021 (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Her striking coordinates include a single-breasted tailored jacket with a plunging neckline, a single gemstone button, and shoulder pads paired with matching flared pants.

She topped the bold look with a coordinating purple fur coat draped over her shoulders, finished with Christian Louboutin’s “So Kate” silver pumps for some contrast.

Hailee Steinfeld wears a cozy purple furry coat with David Koma monochromatic purple suit and silver pumpsHailee Steinfeld wears a cozy purple furry coat with David Koma monochromatic purple suit and silver pumps (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Styled by Jason Rembert, Hailee added bling to the outfit with De Beers Classic round brilliant diamond stud earrings and a De Beers Enchanted Lotus High Jewelry ring.

She then wore her long tresses down in curls with one side resting over her shoulder and coordinated her makeup with her dress by wearing purple eyeshadow on the bottom lid.

Hailee Steinfeld styles her brunette hair in soft curls and wears purple eye-makeup to match her outfitHailee Steinfeld styles her brunette hair in soft curls and wears purple eye-makeup to match her outfit (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Earlier, Hailee opted for mismatched patterns and clashing colors while heading out of a radio station in Manhattan after promoting Hawkeye.

She kept warm underneath a knit turtleneck dress from the Fall 2021 collection of Japanese luxury fashion house Sacai.

Hailee Steinfeld heads out of a Manhattan radio station in a Sacai colorblock turtleneck dress on November 22, 2021Hailee Steinfeld heads out of a Manhattan radio station in a Sacai colorblock turtleneck dress on November 22, 2021 (Credit: Mega / WENN)

The chic and cozy number is made from color-blocked panels of navy and cream wool in different lengths.

It also has contrasting army-green ribbed and navy cable-knit wool-blend sleeves and faux leather waist ties to define the slightly loose fit.

Hailee Steinfeld's colorblock dress is made from navy and cream wool and has contrasting ribbed and cable-knit sleevesHailee Steinfeld’s colorblock dress is made from navy and cream wool and has contrasting ribbed and cable-knit sleeves (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Skipping the jewelry department, the Dickinson star let her long hair down flowing over her shoulders and wore minimal makeup with pink lipstick and blush.

Hailee Steinfeld looks girly with pink makeup and flowy brunette tressesHailee Steinfeld looks girly with pink makeup and flowy brunette tresses (Credit: Mega / WENN)

She then rounded out her stylish fall look with Paris Texas snake-effect knee-high boots with pointed toes and about 3.5-inch block heels.

These Paris Texas knee-high boots boast snakeskin-effect leather and short block heelsThese Paris Texas knee-high boots boast snakeskin-effect leather and short block heels

At the Los Angeles premiere of Marvel’s Hawkeye mini-series last week, Hailee Steinfeld showed some flesh in a black bandeau top and a matching flowy black skirt from Vera Wang’s Spring 2022 collection.

The sleek outfit is made from black denim fabric and features a short train, belt loops, and a cargo-style pocket with contrasting white stitching on one side.

Hailee Steinfeld, known for her natural brown eye color, wore blue contacts to accurately portray Kate Bishop's distinct appearance in the Hawkeye seriesHailee Steinfeld flashes cleavage and abs in a Vera Wang denim bandeau top and floor-sweeping skirt at the Los Angeles premiere of Hawkeye on November 17, 2021 (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Jason Rembert styled Hailee’s look with minimal jewelry. She kept her neck bare and wore statement rings from Le Vian.

For her beauty look, she wore sultry smokey eyeshadow with matte nude lipstick and styled her brunette hair in a ponytail kept in place with silver cuffs.

Hailee Steinfeld wears sultry smokey eyes with matte nude lipstick and a long ponytail with silver cuffsHailee Steinfeld wears sultry smokey eyes with matte nude lipstick and a long ponytail with silver cuffs (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Earlier this month, Hailee opted for a very festive look for the Hawkeye special screening in London.

All eyes were on the actress, who donned a striking Richard Quinn Spring/Summer 2022 look. Her outfit included a prom-style patterned mini dress adorned with floral sequins and glitter embellishments.

It also has a pink satin top with a strapless sweetheart neckline accented with a crystal brooch.

Hailee Steinfeld and Jeremy Renner at the UK Fan Screening of Marvel Studios' Hawkeye at the Curzon cinema in London on November 12, 2021Hailee Steinfeld and Jeremy Renner at the UK Fan Screening of Marvel Studios’ Hawkeye at the Curzon cinema in London on November 12, 2021 (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Her white satin opera gloves added a touch of elegance to her appearance, while the black pleated trousers gave a modern twist.

Keeping things classy, Hailee accessorized with Chopard earrings and rings. She then coiffed her tresses into a chic bun and highlighted her features with nude makeup.

Hailee Steinfeld looks festive in a glittery sequin-embellished Richard Quinn mini dress and pleated trousersHailee Steinfeld looks festive in a glittery sequin-embellished Richard Quinn mini dress and pleated trousers (Credit: Avalon / WENN)