Sarah Pidgeon and Constance Zimmer brought two chic but very different fashion moods to the FYC event for their FX series, Love Story: John F. Kennedy & Carolyn Bessette. While both actresses kept their looks polished and sophisticated, their styling choices showed contrasting approaches to event dressing.
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Pidgeon embraced quiet luxury with a sleek all-black ensemble, wearing a draped Yohji Yamamoto dress with Jimmy Choo heels. Zimmer, on the other hand, chose a softer and more playful direction in a beige Ulla Johnson look, finished with bold red-orange Larroude mules.
Sarah Pidgeon and Constance Zimmer showcase their unique styles at the Los Angeles For Your Consideration Event for FX’s Love Story John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette at Paramount Studios on June 2, 2026 (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
Let’s take a closer look at their ensembles.
Quiet Luxury: Sarah Pidgeon Channels Carolyn Bessette in Jimmy Choo Heels and Yohji Yamamoto
Sarah Pidgeon’s look at the FYC event was all about sleek minimalism and effortless elegance, with a clear nod to Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy’s understated style.
I loved how she kept things simple but striking. On her feet, she wore a pair of black Jimmy Choo “Jenn” sandals, made in Italy from soft black suede. The design was so clean, with just a slim strap across the toes and a slingback strap at the heel. The open-toe style added a light, airy touch, while the 4-inch slim stiletto heels gave a flattering lift.
A few months earlier, Lily Collins wore metallic gold leather Jimmy Choo “Jenn” sandals with a textured gold dress by Carolina Herrera.
These Jimmy Choo “Jenn” sandals are available at Farfetch for $895 if you’re looking for the same luxe vibe.
Sarah Pidgeon slips her pedicured feet into the minimalist Jimmy Choo “Jenn” sandals featuring a strap across the toes, a slingback strap, and stiletto heels (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
Sarah’s dress, a black LBD by Yohji Yamamoto, one of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy’s go-to designers, reminded me of classic Carolyn Bessette style—understated, refined, and elegant. It featured an asymmetric neckline, with one long, ruffled sleeve gathered at one shoulder and a short, flounced sleeve draping off the other shoulder. The dress had a relaxed fit that flowed smoothly to her ankles, creating a polished yet easygoing look.
Pidgeon wore her blonde hair in textured beach waves, which added to the relaxed, modern feel. She kept her makeup natural and skipped jewelry entirely, letting the dress and sandals speak for themselves.
Sarah Pidgeon pairs her black slingback sandals with a Yohji Yamamoto LBD featuring a draped silhouette with an asymmetrical neckline, one long sleeve, and a flounced short sleeve draping off one shoulder (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
Bold Contrast: Constance Zimmer Makes Red Larroude Mules the Focal Point
Constance Zimmer’s look at the FYC event was a masterclass in modern elegance with an architectural twist. I couldn’t take my eyes off her $450 Larroude by Nicolo Beretta “Inna” mules in vibrant scarlet red satin.
The shoes were sleek and sculptural, with pointed toes, open backs, and distinctive curved heels that immediately drew the eye. Their architectural shape reflects the design sensibility of Nicolò Beretta, the Italian footwear designer behind Giannico, the luxury shoe label he launched as a teenager and later developed into one of Italy’s most closely watched emerging accessories brands.
Known for blending traditional Italian craftsmanship with playful glamour and unconventional silhouettes, Beretta has built a reputation for creating shoes that feel both artistic and red-carpet ready. Those signatures are evident in the “Inna” mules, where the squared vamps and sinuous heels transform a classic satin mule into a statement piece.
Constance Zimmer adds color to her look with the scarlet red satin Larroude by Nicolo Beretta “Inna” mules featuring pointed toes and sinuous heels (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
While celebrity sightings of Beretta’s designs remain relatively rare compared with established red-carpet labels such as Jimmy Choo, Aquazzura, or Casadei, fashion insiders have long embraced his work. One notable example came in 2020, when Olivia Palermo wore Giannico’s crystal-embellished “Louis” satin mules while strolling through Brooklyn.
Zimmer paired the bold heels with a two-piece beige ensemble by Ulla Johnson. The high-neck cape top and sculptural flared mini skirt both featured heavy accordion pleats, creating an architectural silhouette. Despite the dramatic texture and structure, the monochrome beige color kept the outfit sophisticated, letting the red shoes pop even more.
Constance Zimmer accessorized with a black box clutch from Emm Kuo, decorated with a gold-tone leaf branch, which added a whimsical touch. Her jewelry, which included earrings, a cuff, and rings from Melinda Maria and Sonia Boyajian, added a hint of sparkle to her ensemble.
Constance Zimmer pairs her bright red mules with a neutral brown Ulla Johnson outfit featuring a cape-like top and a mini skirt, both featuring heavy accordion pleats (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
More Standout Shoe Moments
From barely-there black sandals to sculptural satin mules, Sarah Pidgeon and Constance Zimmer showcased two very different approaches to event dressing.
If you enjoy shoes that quietly elevate a look—or become its focal point—these celebrity style moments offer more inspiration.
👠 Explore More Minimalist Sandals, Sculptural Mules & Polished Event Shoes:
- 🖤 Emmy Rossum’s black Jimmy Choo T-strap sandals show how a delicate, architectural heel can sharpen a classic little black dress.
- ✨ Storm Reid’s black Jimmy Choo “Minny” sandals offer another example of pared-back strappy heels bringing contrast to a feminine red-carpet dress.
- 🔴 Helen Hunt’s bold red mules at Stella McCartney prove how a vivid shoe can become the defining accent in an otherwise restrained ensemble.
- 🤍 Tessa Thompson’s ivory JUDE “Haze” pumps highlight the same modern, logo-free polish that makes minimalist footwear feel quietly directional.
- 💫 Naomi Watts’ Love Story press-tour wardrobe shows how understated pumps can modernize reference-driven styling without feeling costume-like.
- 🌼 Rebecca Hall’s yellow Ferragamo satin mules bring the same sculptural, color-forward energy as Constance Zimmer’s red Larroudé heels.