Zoe Saldaña Reworks Boardroom Chic in Maison Margiela and Paris Texas Pumps on GMA

With Avatar: Fire and Ash inching closer to its December 19 release, Zoe Saldaña is clearly in full promo mode as she arrived at the Good Morning America studios.

Even in this final stretch, she’s proving that her style game isn’t slowing down. She went for a chic, business-ready look, but with a twist that felt fresh rather than predictable.

Zoe opted for a skirt suit that was anything but ordinary. Instead of the usual button-down-and-blazer pairing, she styled a sleek Maison Margiela pencil midi skirt with a cardigan, and the contrast caught my eye instantly!

Zoe Saldaña steps out at the Good Morning America studios in New York City on December 11, 2025, finishing her boardroom-ready gray look with sleek brown patent slingback pumps while promoting Avatar: Fire and Ash (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Let’s have a closer look at her latest press tour outfit.

Boardroom Remix: Zoe Saldaña Reworks Power Dressing in Maison Margiela

Zoe Saldaña looked quietly confident in a monochromatic gray ensemble by Maison Margiela ahead of her appearance on Good Morning America. Embracing understated elegance, the look was unmistakably boardroom chic. I loved how effortlessly each piece came together, with subtle contrasts in texture adding depth and preventing the outfit from feeling flat.

Saldaña wore a dark gray wool skirt that fell just below her knees. The waistband and structured pleats at the hips shaped the skirt, while a gentle taper toward the hem echoed a classic pencil skirt silhouette.

It also featured side slant pockets and a back vent, making it practical and easy to wear, while a brown leather Maison Margiela “Numeric” belt cinched her waist and warmed up the cool gray palette.

Her skirt is currently on sale for $450 (from $1,125) at Saks Fifth Avenue, while the belt retails for $366 at Farfetch.

Zoe Saldaña looks quietly confident and sophisticated in a gray wool pencil midi skirt and a slate-colored cardigan by Maison Margiela, topped with a long navy double-breasted coat (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

What stood out to me was her choice to style the skirt with a cardigan instead of a classic button-down. The $1,630 slate-colored wool cardigan, also by Maison Margiela, had a plunging V-neck and front buttons, striking the perfect balance between relaxed and polished.

It was cropped, but Zoe tucked it into the skirt, keeping the silhouette clean. The slightly unexpected details, from the irregular front pockets that added a quiet twist to the shoulder seam at the back, gave the cardigan extra dimension. It was finished with ribbed cuffs and hem, with the brand’s signature four stitches adding a subtle, stylish detail.

Zoe layered everything under a navy double-breasted trench coat, making it winter-ready.

Quiet Luxury Accents: Cartier Gold & Longchamp Leather

Zoe’s accessories were understated but made a statement, with gold Cartier jewelry adding a soft glow to her muted palette. She wore the $5,200 “Clash de Cartier” earrings featuring studs, beads, and clous carrés, a long, delicate necklace with a pendant, the $3,050 “Juste Un Clou” ring, and the $2,640 Love ring in 18k yellow gold with a brilliant-cut diamond. The gold broke up the outfit’s grays and blues!

Saldaña then kept her essentials in a taupe leather Longchamp “Le Foulonne S” bag, which featured an understated design that perfectly complemented her muted ensemble.

Zoe Saldaña styles her look with Cartier jewels and a taupe Longchamp “Le Foulonne S” bag (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Polished Finish: Paris Texas “Lidia” Slingback Pumps Ground the Look

Zoe finished the look with the Paris Texas “Lidia” slingback pumps in dark brown patent leather. The rich brown color complemented the neutral palette of her outfit, and the glossy sheen caught the light, creating a subtle contrast with the matte fabric.

These pumps featured a classic pump silhouette with pointed toes, slingback straps, and sleek high heels, giving the ensemble a polished finish. They were timeless yet modern, making them a perfect finishing touch to the sophisticated outfit. You can get these pumps for $695 at Mytheresa and Farfetch.

Zoe Saldaña completes her neutral-colored ensemble with brown patent leather slingback pumps by Paris Texas (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

On Your Next Shoes, the Paris Texas “Lidia” silhouette has appeared on multiple style-setting celebrities beyond Zoe Saldaña. Model Emily Ratajkowski brought the sleek Paris Texas “Lidia” mules into the spotlight during her Too Much press tour, styling them across several promotional appearances, ranging from polished to Y2K-inspired looks.

Actress Natasha Lyonne added a bold pop of color to her Smurfs premiere ensemble with glossy turquoise Paris Texas Lidia slingback pumps, pairing the vibrant heels with playful accessories that enhanced her eclectic style.

And Florence Pugh elevated her Thunderbolts* press tour outfits with metallic Paris Texas Lidia pumps that lent a refined yet modern finish to her tailored separates, underscoring the shoe’s versatility from press events to editorial-worthy street style.

Why Footwear Always Anchors Zoe Saldaña’s Style Evolution

While her Avatar: Fire and Ash press appearances highlight Zoe Saldaña’s talent for refined, modern dressing, footwear has always been the defining constant in her style evolution.

From architectural platforms to avant-garde statement pumps, her shoe choices consistently anchor each look—on set, on the red carpet, and everywhere in between.