Daisy Edgar-Jones solidified her status as a global fashion and cinematic fixture following her breakout role in the 2020 series Normal People—with her 5ft 6in (167.6 cm) frame and US shoe size 8.5 lending themselves effortlessly to the sleek silhouettes, refined heels, and minimalist footwear that now define her red-carpet style.
Since then, the British actress has balanced critically acclaimed roles in films like Where the Crawdads Sing with a sophisticated red-carpet evolution that prioritizes high-fashion silhouettes and iconic designer footwear.
Daisy Edgar-Jones appears in a quietly arresting scene from the atmospheric mystery thriller Where the Crawdads Sing, set against the lush, untamed beauty of the North Carolina marshes (Credit: Sony Pictures / Columbia Pictures)
A defining moment in her style trajectory occurred at the 75th Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland in August 2022.
During the festival, Edgar-Jones was honored with the prestigious Leopard Club Award, an accolade reserved for cinema personalities who have made a significant impact on the collective imagination.
Daisy Edgar-Jones Elevates Her Locarno Red-Carpet Look in Jimmy Choo “Minny” Sandals
On the red carpet at the Piazza Grande, the actress demonstrated her knack for pairing avant-garde apparel with timeless footwear. While her wardrobe often features experimental designers, her shoe choices frequently lean toward the “minimalist-chic” aesthetic that has become her signature.
Gracing the red carpet at the Piazza Square, the Under the Banner of Heaven actress turned heads in a one-shoulder black midi dress by Conner Ives.
The American-born, London-based fashion designer, known for his signature T-shirt dresses, was hired by Rihanna in 2021 to help create her first Fenty collection.
Daisy Edgar-Jones steps onto the red carpet at the Locarno Film Festival in minimalist black strappy heels, grounding her embroidered one-shoulder Conner Ives dress and dramatic fringe detailing with sleek, barely-there footwear in Switzerland on August 5, 2022 (Credit: Nick Zonna / IPA / INSTARimages / Cover Images)
Daisy’s striking dress is cut from fluid silk-blend crepe and features colorful floral embroidery and an asymmetric hem trimmed with dramatic wispy fringing.
She let her dress take center stage, pairing it with minimalist black satin sandals from Jimmy Choo. She wore the “Minny” heels, which simply feature a single strap on the vamps and around the ankles.
Daisy Edgar-Jones anchors her embroidered one-shoulder Conner Ives dress at the Locarno Film Festival with the minimalist elegance of Jimmy Choo’s iconic “Minny” sandals—sleek, single-strap heels that subtly lengthen her silhouette while letting the statement fringe and florals take center stage (Credit: Nick Zonna / IPA / INSTARimages / Cover Images)
Styled by Nicky Yates, the War of the Worlds actress added some sparkles to her look with Tiffany & Co. jewelry.
She accessorized with a pair of $22,000 mixed-cluster flower-shaped earrings, a $4,500 platinum diamond vine ring, and a $23,000 platinum diamond vine band ring.
Her glam team gave her a fresh face look, with makeup artist Jasmin Berger highlighting her eyes with mascara and eyeliner. She also added a hint of pink lip color and matching blush and eyeshadow, while her shiny brunette hair was styled in loose waves.
Daisy Edgar-Jones styles her tresses down in loose waves and glams up with eyeliner, mascara, and pink lipstick (Credit: Nick Zonna / IPA / INSTARimages / Cover Images)
Daisy Edgar-Jones Keeps It Polished and Playful in Miu Miu Mary Janes at the Locarno Photocall
The previous day, the Cold Feet star attended a photocall for Where the Crawdads Sing during the 2022 Locarno Film Festival.
She looked the epitome of elegance in a $3,900 Miu Miu dress, featuring a black above-the-knee A-line skirt and a cream beaded lace bodice with a classic collar and pearl-detailed front-button fastening.
Not related to lookalike actresses Dakota Johnson and Anne Hathaway, she kept things ladylike with a pair of flat Mary Janes, most likely from Miu Miu as well.
Daisy Edgar-Jones is the epitome of elegance in a Miu Miu lace dress at the Where the Crawdads Sing photocall during The Locarno Film Festival on August 4, 2022 (Credit: Nick Zonna / IPA / INSTARimages / Cover Images)
Creating a cohesive look, Daisy styled with a selection of gold Tiffany & Co. jewelry. She wore a pair of thin hoop earrings, a $1,990 Tiffany knot ring in yellow gold with diamonds, a $1,000 yellow gold knot ring, and a $5,800 double row ring.
She then opted for a radiant glam look with soft pink makeup and pulled her tresses back into a low bun with face-framing fringes.
Daisy Edgar-Jones looks radiant with soft pink makeup and a pulled-back hairstyle (Credit: Nick Zonna / IPA / INSTARimages / Cover Images)
Daisy Edgar-Jones Leads Where the Crawdads Sing With Quiet, Natural Elegance
The English actress plays the lead character, Kya, in the mystery thriller Where the Crawdads Sing, based on the 2018 murder-mystery novel of the same name by Delia Owens, which you can buy on Amazon.
Co-produced by Reese Witherspoon, the film follows Kya as she grows up alone in the marshes of North Carolina.
The abandoned young girl later meets Chase Andrews, who promises to marry her. But after finding out he’s engaged to another girl, she ends her relationship with him.
Chase turns violent and tries to rape Kya, but she successfully fights him off and threatens to kill him if he continues to pursue her. Later, Chase is found dead, and Kya becomes the main suspect in the Chase Andrews murder.
Daisy Edgar-Jones plays an abandoned girl in the marshes of North Carolina in Where the Crawdads Sing (Credit: Sony Pictures / Columbia Pictures)
In an interview with The Mirror, Daisy shared how she relates to Kya. “The theme of isolation really stuck with me, especially with everything we have been through because of the pandemic.”
“Being able to escape into Kya’s world and see how she finds comfort, solace, and love through the connections she makes with the natural world around her was incredibly comforting and moving.”
Daisy Edgar-Jones reveals wanting to reshape her career and try her hand as a villain (Credit: Sony Pictures / Columbia Pictures)
Despite her newfound fame, Daisy revealed that she wants to reshape her career and try on new roles.
Speaking to Deadline, Edgar-Jones said, “I play a lot of gentle and quiet nice people, but I’d like to play characters that are very different from me.”
“I’d like to transform and pick characters that aren’t my obvious casting,” she added.
Why Daisy Edgar-Jones’ Shoe Choices Matter on the Red Carpet
From understated slingbacks to sculptural heels, Daisy Edgar-Jones has quietly built a footwear signature rooted in restraint, proportion, and modern elegance.
Whether anchoring an experimental designer dress with minimalist sandals or opting for refined flats at daytime photocalls, her shoe choices consistently elevate the look without overpowering it. Below, we revisit some of her most memorable shoe and fashion moments—each offering a clear snapshot of how thoughtful footwear defines her evolving red-carpet style.
👠 Explore Daisy Edgar-Jones’ Best Shoe & Fashion Moments:
- ✨ Daisy Edgar-Jones Exudes Polished Elegance in Khaite & Jude Heels at On Swift Horses Premiere — A standout red-carpet moment with sculptural Jude heels and chic minimalist styling.
- 👗 Twisters Press Tour Fashion Recap — A curated look at her designer outfits and standout heels from Chloé, Victoria Beckham, and more.
- 👡 Daisy Edgar-Jones Wears Black Slingback Heels at the 2023 GQ Men of the Year Awards — Sleek slingback pumps paired with a daring Gucci look on the red carpet.