Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, and Lupita Nyong’o Drop the Ultimate Summer 2026 White Footwear Masterclass in London

The cast of The Odyssey brought major star power to the IET Building in London over the weekend as they stepped out to promote their upcoming epic fantasy action film. Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong’o, and Zendaya led the fashion pack, each delivering a fresh take on white dressing that was perfect for summer.

Hathaway, who plays Penelope, the devoted wife of Odysseus, mother of Telemachus, and queen of Ithaca, embraced ethereal boho romance in a high-low ruffled Blumarine dress styled with over-the-knee taupe boots.

Nyong’o, who takes on the dual roles of Helen of Troy and Clytemnestra, chose a cleaner, more modern direction in a head-to-toe Chanel look.

Meanwhile, Zendaya, who portrays Athena, the goddess of wisdom, warfare, and handicraft, embraced a modern goddess aesthetic in a statuesque Jacquemus ensemble finished with Christian Louboutin pumps.

Lupita Nyong’o, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, and Samantha Morton attend The Odyssey photocall at the IET Building: Savoy Place in London on July 5, 2026, showcasing distinctive summer style in Chanel slingback pumps, Gianvito Rossi over-the-knee boots, Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps, and a fluid bronze ensemble (Credit: Jordan Pettitt / PA Images / INSTARimages)

Boho Romance: Anne Hathaway Pairs Gianvito Rossi Over-the-Knee Boots with Blumarine

Anne Hathaway has been delivering one memorable look after another throughout The Odyssey press tour, from a vibrant red ensemble paired with Aquazzura heels to the bohemian-inspired outfit she wore for the London photocall.

The pregnant star leaned into soft boho romance with a white Blumarine Resort 2027 dress and suede Gianvito Rossi over-the-knee boots, giving the whole outfit an effortless festival-inspired vibe.

Hathaway slipped into the Gianvito Rossi “Hansen Cuissard” boots in neutral suede, adding an earthy, textured contrast to her airy white dress. Made in Italy, the pull-on boots featured pointed toes, a tall over-the-knee shaft, and slim 3.3-inch stiletto heels that gave her enough height.

The relaxed slouch through the shaft kept the boots from feeling overly polished, giving them an easy, bohemian character that complemented the airy dress. Split cuffs at the top further softened the silhouette, allowing the over-the-knee design to drape naturally rather than hug the leg too tightly.

Although Hathaway’s exact suede over-the-knee style is becoming harder to find, the Gianvito Rossi Hansen family remains widely available in leather, suede, patent leather, knee-high, and over-the-knee versions at retailers including Mytheresa and Farfetch.

Anne Hathaway pairs her airy Blumarine dress with Gianvito Rossi “Hansen Cuissard” over-the-knee boots in taupe suede, their softly slouched silhouette adding a relaxed bohemian finish (Credit: Jordan Pettitt / PA Images / INSTARimages)

Anne Hathaway paired her OTK boots with a high-low white mini dress from Blumarine’s Resort 2027 collection, designed by creative director David Koma. The dress appeared to be made from lightweight, semi-sheer, crinkled georgette, making it perfect for summer dressing and chic maternity red-carpet style. It had a ruffled neckline held in place by delicate halter strings wrapped around her neck, while the billowing off-the-shoulder sleeves were finished with long cascading ruffles for extra drama and movement.

The high-low mini skirt was also trimmed with ruffles around the hem and featured trailing side panels that fell toward the floor, giving the look a dreamy, free-spirited bohemian finish.

I loved how the boots balanced the ethereal dress. The suede and full OTK coverage are usually winter-coded, but styled with this breezy Blumarine piece, they became a classic boho-chic fashion choice.

Hathaway completed her outfit with gold Bulgari jewels, including hoop earrings, rings, and a watch. Her hair was worn down in soft waves, while her minimal pink makeup kept everything fresh and romantic.

Anne Hathaway hides her baby bump in a summery white Blumarine high-low mini dress featuring a halter-neck strap and ruffle trims along the neckline, hem, and sides (Credit: Jordan Pettitt / PA Images / INSTARimages)

The London photocall marked another chapter in Hathaway’s evolving press-tour wardrobe. For a closer look at every pair she has worn while promoting the film, from Alaïa flats and Gianvito Rossi sandals to Aquazzura heels and these Gianvito Rossi boots, explore our complete guide to Anne Hathaway’s The Odyssey press-tour shoes.

Modern Monochrome: Lupita Nyong’o Shines in Chanel Slingbacks and Matching Midi Dress

Lupita Nyong’o brought a crisp, modern resort mood to The Odyssey London photocall, wearing a head-to-toe Chanel look that made black-and-white dressing look fresh for summer. Her outfit was polished and graphic with just enough edge to keep it from looking too classic.

Nyong’o stepped out in Chanel’s two-tone slingback pumps, priced at $1,225, from the Métiers d’art 2026 collection. The line celebrates the French fashion house’s exceptional savoir-faire, and the shoes definitely carried that refined Chanel character.

They were made of white goatskin with mixed fibers and finished with contrasting black satin cap toes, giving them the label’s signature monochrome finish. I really liked the half d’Orsay silhouette, with the open inner side and rectangular cutout on the outer side creating a more architectural look.

Although Chanel has refreshed its signature slingback in recent collections, the two-tone design remains one of the house’s defining shoe signatures. We’ve also seen updated versions worn by Margaret Qualley at Paris Fashion Week and Tilda Swinton at the Cannes Film Festival, each offering a different interpretation of Chanel’s enduring black-and-white slingback.

Lupita Nyong’o grounds her monochrome Chanel look with the house’s iconic two-tone slingback pumps, featuring contrasting black cap toes, elegant half d’Orsay cutouts, and tapered heels (Credit: Jordan Pettitt / PA Images / INSTARimages)

Lupita paired the pumps with a Chanel ivory midi dress designed with clean geometric lines. The fitted bodice featured a plunging neckline outlined in black, with a geometric Chanel logo detail placed at the center. Around the waist, a black wrap-style, scarf-like panel curved across the body and tied at one side, adding shape while giving the dress a relaxed resort-inspired twist.

The skirt fell to a midi length and featured a daring thigh-high slit, showing just enough leg to make the look fresh and summer-ready. It also had black trims along the hem and side panel that pulled everything together, while another geometric logo detail near the bottom added a final Chanel accent.

For extra polish, Lupita accessorized with pearl hoop earrings and several rings, likely Chanel as well, completing a clean yet striking red carpet look.

Lupita Nyong’o teams her black-and-white slingback pumps with a matching Chanel ivory midi dress featuring black-trimmed edges, a plunging neckline with a geometric Chanel logo in the middle, and a wrap-style skirt with a daring side slit (Credit: Jordan Pettitt / PA Images / INSTARimages)

Nyong’o’s look showed how versatile Chanel’s signature slingbacks remain, whether paired with modern resort dressing or classic tailoring. Explore more celebrity takes on the iconic silhouette, from Kirsten Dunst and Lily Allen’s pre-BAFTA Chanel looks to Nicky Hilton’s timeless cap-toe Chanel pumps.

Modern Goddess: Zendaya Wears Christian Louboutin So Kate Pumps with Jacquemus

Zendaya looked like a modern goddess at The Odyssey London photocall, fully embracing her Athena character in a sleek, sculptural custom Jacquemus look.

She completed the outfit with her go-to Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pumps, a pair she has worn many times during press appearances and previous movie tours. I did wish she had chosen strappy gold heels to push the goddess theme even further, but those Louboutins still worked beautifully with her gown.

The white pumps gave the look a clean, streamlined silhouette from top to toe. Zendaya wore the “So Kate,” a classic Louboutin style, designed with sharp pointed toes, low-cut vamps, and sky-high 4.7-inch stiletto heels. They added height and polish without taking away from the gown’s statuesque shape.

The Christian Louboutin “So Kate” has become one of Zendaya’s signature red-carpet shoes, accompanying her from the 2019 People’s Choice Awards to Schiaparelli’s Spring 2024 Haute Couture show. She has continued to rely on the timeless pointed-toe pump throughout her 2026 promotional appearances, including the Spider-Man: Brand New Day photocall in Madrid and The Drama premiere in Los Angeles.

Zendaya steps into one of her signature red-carpet styles, the Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pumps in smooth white leather, whose sharply pointed toe and soaring stiletto heel complement the clean lines of her custom Jacquemus gown (Credit: Jordan Pettitt / PA Images / INSTARimages)

Zendaya paired her Louboutins with a pristine floor-length silk column gown custom-made for her by Jacquemus. The dress skimmed her slender frame and dropped straight to the floor, ending just above her shoes. It featured a halter neckline with delicate pearl trim along the edges, while the daring open back was structured with soft draping, giving the dress a more fluid, elegant finish.

What made the styling even more captivating was the white headscarf, wrapped sleekly over her hair, creating a refined, chic monochromatic look.

Her oversized textured gold medallion earrings by Glenn Spiro added the perfect ancient-goddess touch. She also wore Twist rings from Barron, a Round Wire Fine Gold band by Jessica McCormack, and an East-West cushion diamond button ring by the same jewelry designer.

Zendaya pairs her white pumps with a sleek, floor-length silk column gown by Jacquemus featuring a delicate halter strap, a daring open back, and pearl trims (Credit: Jordan Pettitt / PA Images / INSTARimages)

How The Odyssey Cast Reflects 2026’s Most Wearable Red-Carpet Shoe Trends

From Anne Hathaway’s slouchy Gianvito Rossi boots to Lupita Nyong’o’s crisp Chanel slingbacks and Zendaya’s white Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps, The Odyssey London photocall captured the range of 2026 footwear: polished, character-driven, and easy to read from head to toe. For more of the year’s standout shoe moments, explore the trend stories below.