From Red Carpet Elegance to Tailored Cool: Kate Hudson Wears Valentino and Ami Paris for Song Sung Blue

Kate Hudson has been busy in New York City lately, promoting her upcoming film, Song Sung Blue. Just recently, she attended the premiere in a breathtaking Valentino gown, confidently commanding attention and reminding everyone that she’s the star of the night.

A day earlier, though, she was seen at the film’s Q&A screening in a very different look, wearing an Ami Paris plaid skirt suit that, honestly, didn’t do her figure favors. She paired it with chunky boots that weighed the look down slightly but added a modern edge.

Kate Hudson contrasts red-carpet drama with daytime polish, wearing a flowing Valentino gown with concealed heels at the Song Sung Blue New York premiere, and later stepping out in an Ami Paris plaid skirt suit paired with sleek black pointed-toe knee-high boots for the film’s Q&A screening (Credit: Roger Wong / Elder Ordonez / INSTARimages)

Song Sung Blue is a biographical musical drama based on Greg Kohs’ 2008 documentary. Hugh Jackman stars as Mike “Lightning” Sardina, with Kate as his wife, Claire “Thunder” Sardina. The film is set for a US release on Christmas Day, December 25.

Regal and Confident in Custom Valentino Moss Green Gown with Sheer Pink Cape

Kate Hudson’s presence inside the AMC Lincoln Square Theater for the premiere of Song Sung Blue was hard to ignore. She wore a bold, commanding, and unapologetically dramatic Valentino gown that instantly drew the eye and demanded full attention.

The gown showcased a graceful balance of flow and structure. Its base was a flowing moss-green silk dress with a daring plunging neckline that dipped to her navel. Soft draping and ruching shaped the bodice, while a shiny green satin band cinched Kate’s waist, tying into long ribbon-like panels that cascaded down the front. My eyes were naturally drawn downward, following those ribbons to the floor, making her appear taller.

A lot was going on, but the volume and layers didn’t overwhelm her frame. The side cutouts added a subtle hint of sensuality, slightly covered by a sheer salmon-pink chiffon cape that trailed behind her. The cape added a regal, theatrical touch, softening the bold elements while enhancing the drama.

Kate Hudson commands attention in her custom Valentino gown, featuring a green dress with a ruched plunging bodice and a satin sash around the waist, and a sheer salmon pink chiffon cape with a black velvet choker on December 11, 2025, in New York City (Credit: Janet Mayer / INSTARimages)

Velvet Accents, Polished Beauty, and the Finishing Touches

A black velvet choker added an unexpected note of structure to Kate Hudson’s green-and-pink Valentino palette, grounding the romantic layers with a touch of authority. The bold accessory kept the look from veering too ethereal, offering a sleek counterpoint to the gown’s fluid draping and sheer chiffon cape.

Her beauty look echoed that sense of refinement, with soft pink eyeshadow, blush, and lipstick creating a cohesive, luminous effect.

A sleek bun pulled the focus upward, allowing her $22,000 Mindi Mond peridot-and-diamond drop earrings to shine—an elegant choice that mirrored the gown’s green tones while adding subtle sparkle.

While her shoes remained concealed beneath the sweeping hem, the styling called for restraint rather than competition. A classic black heel would have seamlessly balanced the gown’s dramatic elements, subtly tying back to the velvet choker while keeping the focus on the dress’s silhouette and movement.

Kate Hudson looks radiant with her hair tied in a sleek bun, her features highlighted with soft pink makeup, and her Mindi Mond peridot and diamond drop earrings adding a subtle glow (Credit: Marion Curtis / StarPix for Focus Features / INSTARimages)

Winter Elegance in Ami Paris Plaid Skirt Suit and Knee-High Boots

At the Q&A screening of Song Sung Blue at the Robin Williams Center–SAG-AFTRA Foundation, Kate Hudson stepped out in a plaid Ami suit that nodded to classic Parisian tailoring with a relaxed, wintry twist. The camel-and-black check immediately caught my eye—it was refined and polished! There’s something about this combination that always reads effortlessly expensive, and here it radiated understated, old-school elegance.

The $1,850 double-breasted blazer, crafted from checked wool gabardine, featured a notched collar, black buttons, and neatly piped pockets. While I loved the classic pattern, the boxy fit felt a bit unflattering. It lacked the waist definition I usually like in suits and didn’t quite flatter Kate’s frame. A simple black top with a high neck peeked out from under the jacket, adding a clean, understated touch to the look.

The matching wrap-style midi skirt carried the same plaid through the outfit. It sat low on the waist and fastened at the front with covered buttons and a hook. A draped panel created a chic asymmetric hemline that added a graceful flow to the skirt, with raw edges giving it a slightly relaxed, modern touch.

The movement helped break the suit’s stiffness, but I’m still on the fence about the full matchy-matchy effect. I kept thinking I’d love these pieces more if styled separately. You can get the skirt for $990 at Farfetch.

Kate Hudson looks cozy in her oversized camel-and-brown check-print jacket and matching midi skirt with an asymmetrical hem from Ami Paris at the Q&A screening of Song Sung Blue at the Robin Williams Center–SAG-AFTRA Foundation on December 10, 2025, in New York City (Credit: Elder Ordonez / INSTARimages)

Soft Beauty, Sharp Boots: Finishing the Look

Kate wore her signature soft pink makeup, keeping it minimal yet radiant, and styled her blonde hair in effortless waves that framed her face beautifully. A glimpse of her earrings added just the right amount of sparkle, lending the outfit a delicate, refined finish.

Hudson rounded out the ensemble with sleek black knee-high boots, just like in the lookbook. The pointed toes and slim heels added a modern touch, giving the outfit a hint of edge while balancing the suit’s softer, boxy tailoring.

Though the proportions felt slightly off, the boots gave the outfit a confident, polished finish, making it feel perfectly winter-ready and put together.

Kate Hudson completes her winter-chic skirt suit with black pointed-toe knee-high boots, giving her outfit a hint of modern edge (Credit: Elder Ordonez / INSTARimages)

More of Kate Hudson’s Standout Shoe and Style Moments

From sweeping red-carpet gowns to tailored daytime looks, Kate Hudson’s style evolution has consistently been anchored by thoughtful footwear choices.

Whether she’s reaching for classic stilettos, statement boots, or unexpected off-duty heels, her fashion moments reveal a versatility that extends well beyond a single aesthetic.

Below, we’ve rounded up some of her most memorable shoe-forward appearances featured on Your Next Shoes, offering a closer look at how footwear continues to shape her signature style.