The Odyssey London Premiere Shoes: Zendaya’s So Kates, Lupita’s Aquazzuras & More!

The A-list cast of The Odyssey gathered at London’s Odeon Luxe Leicester Square on Monday for the film’s world premiere, arriving just hours after making another stylish stop at the London photocall.

While the daytime event showcased polished tailoring and standout designer shoes from Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong’o, and Zendaya, the premiere embraced full couture glamour with sculptural gowns, custom heels, and dramatic jewelry worthy of Christopher Nolan’s epic retelling of Homer’s classic.

The stars arrived in elegant gowns, sculptural dresses, and statement heels that made each look feel strong and commanding, with just enough drama to match the film’s epic tone.

Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong’o, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, Samantha Morton, and Mia Goth showcase couture gowns and designer shoes at The Odyssey London premiere at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square on July 6, 2026 (Credit: Steve Vas / Future Image / Cover Images)

Anne Hathaway continued her standout The Odyssey press-tour-style evolution with another custom Dior look, while Zendaya once again relied on Christian Louboutin’s iconic So Kate pumps beneath Schiaparelli couture, fresh from the Paris runway. Lupita Nyong’o, Charlize Theron, Samantha Morton, and Mia Goth completed the evening with equally memorable designer footwear that reflected each house’s distinctive aesthetic.

Set for release in U.S. theaters on July 17, the Christopher Nolan-helmed film follows Odysseus, played by Matt Damon, as he begins his long and dangerous journey home after the Trojan War. Along the way, he encounters mythical beings and powerful forces while trying to make his way back to his wife, Penelope, portrayed by Anne Hathaway.

The film also features an impressive ensemble cast, including Tom Holland as Telemachus, Robert Pattinson as Antinous, Lupita Nyong’o as Helen of Troy and Clytemnestra, Zendaya as Athena, Charlize Theron as Calypso, Samantha Morton as Circe, Mia Goth as Melantho, and more Hollywood names, making it one of the most talked-about movie releases of the year.

Anne Hathaway Elevates Maternity Style in Custom Dior Sandals and Cornflower Blue Couture

Anne Hathaway brought regal maternity elegance to the London premiere of The Odyssey in a head-to-toe custom Dior look with a soft, goddess-like feel. I loved the cornflower blue shade on her; it looked radiant against her skin tone and gave the whole outfit a fresh, graceful finish!

Hathaway slipped into custom Dior sandals inspired by a model from the Dior 2026 collection. They appeared to be made from shiny satin and featured open square toes, giving the shoes a clean, architectural edge. A slim T-strap ran down the center front, while the toe strap was accented with a tiny CD metal logo for a subtle branded touch. The sandals were finished with buckled ankle straps and curved high heels, adding height while keeping the silhouette elegant and delicate.

Their shape resembled a style from Jonathan Anderson’s Autumn/Winter 2026 debut collection for Dior, but without the flower embellishment.

Pregnant Anne Hathaway balances in custom Dior sandals made of cornflower blue satin with T-straps, square open toes, and curved heels (Credit: Steve Vas / Future Image / Cover Images)

The American actress matched the heels to the same cornflower blue shade as her custom Dior gown, creating a smooth, cohesive look.

The gown looked comfy, draping over her baby bump. It had a strapless neckline and an oversized, sculptural, ruffled wrap made from layers of fine plissé tulle, gathered into a delicate floral accent on the right side of the waist. The sweeping skirt then fell into floor-length micro pleats, creating a soft, flowing column that added to the gown’s airy, goddess-like elegance.

Hathaway finished the look with red lipstick, Bulgari drop earrings, and a few rings for extra polish.

Anne Hathaway embraces a glamorous monochromatic look, teaming her heels with a matching cornflower blue gown by Dior, featuring a plissé tulle bodice with oversized ruffled wrap gathered into a delicate floral accent and a sweeping skirt (Credit: Cover Images)

Lupita Nyong’o Shines in Silver Aquazzura So Nude Sandals and Christian Cowan Metallic Mesh

Lupita Nyong’o made a breathtaking appearance at the London premiere of The Odyssey, embracing a daring silver look that blended sci-fi goddess energy with ancient mythology. The whole outfit had a sleek, armor-like look, but the soft drape kept it elegant and red carpet-ready.

She slipped into Aquazzura’s “So Nude” sandals, a barely-there silhouette that has become one of the Italian label’s signature evening styles. Featuring a slim strap across the rounded toes and an elasticated slingback, the minimalist design lets statement gowns take center stage while still elongating the leg. The style has also been embraced by celebrities including Elle Fanning, Dakota Fanning, and Katy Perry, proving its versatility across very different red-carpet looks.

I particularly liked the mirrored silver leather finish, which amplified the futuristic feel of Lupita’s metallic Christian Cowan gown. Set on 4-inch stiletto heels, the sandals added height while maintaining the illusion of weightless, almost invisible footwear. You can get these Aquazzura “So Nude” sandals for $936 at Farfetch.

Lupita Nyong’o shines in the barely there Aquazzura “So Nude” slingback sandals made of mirrored silver leather (Credit: Steve Vas / Future Image / Cover Images)

Lupita paired the heels with an equally shimmering dress from Christian Cowan’s Fall 2026 collection. Crafted from crystal-embellished metallic mesh, the dress had a molten-metal effect that moved beautifully over her figure.

The silhouette was simple but striking, with a boat neckline and large side openings that revealed her skin and highlighted her curves. A short slit at the hem allowed easy movement and gave a clear view of her heels.

As Helen of Troy, Lupita definitely launched a thousand ships here, not just with her face but with this whole look. She finished with Garatti jewels, including Fancy Intense Green Diamond long-drop earrings, rings, and a bracelet from the Universale collection.

Lupita Nyong’o stuns in a crystal-embellished Christian Cowan column gown with dramatic side cutouts, styled with mirrored silver Aquazzura “So Nude” sandals at The Odyssey London premiere (Credit: Steve Vas / Future Image / Cover Images)

Zendaya Wears Champagne Christian Louboutin So Kate Pumps With Schiaparelli Couture

Zendaya brought one of her boldest looks to the London premiere of The Odyssey, choosing a sculptural Schiaparelli dress that blended ancient-goddess references with the house’s signature surrealist style.

She completed the look with one of her most trusted red-carpet shoes: the Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pumps. The timeless silhouette has become a recurring part of her fashion vocabulary, accompanying everything from a bridal-inspired Vivienne Westwood gown during The Drama press tour to a vintage-inspired Christian Cowan ensemble in Madrid.

This time, she chose the classic pumps in champagne satin, whose soft sheen complemented the warm, sculptural palette of her Schiaparelli couture. Featuring Louboutin’s signature pointed toes, low-cut vamps, and elegantly curved toplines, the “So Kate” is prized for its leg-lengthening silhouette. Set on 4.7-inch stiletto heels, the pumps added height while allowing the dramatic couture craftsmanship to remain the evening’s focal point.

Zendaya completes her Schiaparelli couture look with champagne satin Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pumps featuring sharply pointed toes and towering stiletto heels (Credit: Steve Vas / Future Image / Cover Images)

Zendaya paired her pumps with a Daniel Roseberry-designed Schiaparelli dress that had just closed the house’s Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2026-2027 show earlier that same morning. The top featured a molded bustier bodice made from white glazed porcelain-effect silicone, contouring her frame like a sculptural bodysuit. It had structured cups, a halter neckline, racerback lacing, and an elongated pointed lower edge that sharpened the silhouette.

Below, the skirt was covered in mirrored fringes embroidered with a white-to-mirror sfumato gradient, adding movement and shine with every step. I loved how the texture softened the molded bodice, balancing the entire look!

Zendaya layered a stunning Chopard multistrand diamond necklace over the neckline, adding even more sparkle, along with Chopard diamond studs, a Jessica McCormack gold band, and an East-West cushion diamond ring. Her crown halo braid and icy inner-corner eyeshadow completed the goddess look beautifully.

Zendaya embraces her goddess character in a Schiaparelli gown featuring a molded bustier bodice made from white glazed porcelain-effect silicone and a mirrored fringe skirt embroidered with a white-to-mirror sfumato gradient (Credit: Cover Images)

Charlize Theron Pairs Givenchy T-Strap Sandals With Sarah Burton’s Velvet Givenchy Gown

Charlize Theron mixed Old Hollywood noir with high-fashion drama in her black-and-white Givenchy look, and her glossy black sandals gave the outfit a sleeker, more modern finish.

She wore a pair of Givenchy black patent-leather sandals, which added a sharp, polished finish to her soft velvet dress. The shoes featured slim T-straps running down the center of the foot, ankle straps with rectangular buckles, and open toes that showed off Charlize’s matte black pedicure.

The squared toes gave the sandals a more architectural feel, while the high, tapered heels added height and kept the silhouette long and elegant.

Charlize Theron keeps things simple but modern with a pair of Givenchy T-strap sandals with open square toes, tapered heels, and a glossy patent finish (Credit: Steve Vas / Future Image / Cover Images)

Charlize paired her heels with a black velvet dress from Givenchy’s Fall/Winter 2026 collection, designed by Sarah Burton. The dress featured a sleeveless halter neckline and a beautifully draped silhouette, with a structured peplum waist that added a feminine curve.

It also had a thigh-high slit that showed off her long, slim legs, while the open back made the dress even more striking. It boasted a cascading bow-spine detail running down the center, creating dramatic cutouts that gave the classic velvet gown a sexier, more modern twist.

The look also featured billowing, detached white leather Bonbon gloves that puffed at the arms before tapering into fitted gloves, adding a theatrical Old Hollywood touch to the otherwise sleek black velvet dress.

Her wet-look pixie hair with a deep side part added edge, while Glenn Spiro diamond rivière drop earrings brought the final touch of glamour.

Charlize Theron pairs her sleek sandals with a black velvet Givenchy dress featuring a halter bodice with a peplum and a cascading bow spine, and white leather Bonbon gloves (Credit: Steve Vas / Future Image / Cover Images)

Samantha Morton Styles Bottega Veneta Grace Sandals With a Sculptural Leather Ensemble

Samantha Morton was hard to miss at The Odyssey London premiere in a full Bottega Veneta look that gave a gothic-chic-meets-futuristic cool-girl vibe, making it stand out from the usual red-carpet gown.

Her heels were the $3,200 Bottega Veneta “Grace” sandals, made in Italy from lambskin leather. They featured thick padded crochet straps across the toes and around the heel, crafted with Bottega Veneta’s torchon technique, in which woven, twisted lambskin is meticulously shaped to resemble braided rope.

The soft, chunky straps gave the sandals a playful, handcrafted feel, while the pointed toes and 3.5-inch tapered heels kept them elegant. You can get these Bottega Veneta Grace leather sandals for $3,200 at Mytheresa.

Samantha Morton slips into the Bottega Veneta “Grace” sandals featuring thick, lambskin torchon straps (Credit: Steve Vas / Future Image / Cover Images)

I loved how unique the pair looked, especially with her mixed-media dress. The combination of heavy textures and sculptural shapes gave the ensemble a sleek, futuristic energy!

Samantha’s dress featured a micro-pleated plissé turtleneck top with dramatic, sculptural, long, ruffled sleeves and then transitioned into a heavy, structured matte-black leather maxi skirt. It was not a conventionally flattering silhouette, but I actually liked the boxy shape because it made the look more modern and architectural.

Her styling did not stop there. Morton added oversized glossy red Bottega Veneta teardrop bubble earrings for a bold pop of color, then finished with Bottega Veneta’s Duo Angle cat-eye sunglasses for extra futuristic coolness.

Samantha Morton teams her unique heels with a futuristic Bottega Veneta mixed-media dress featuring a micro-pleated plissé turtleneck top and a heavy, structured matte-black leather maxi skirt (Credit: Steve Vas / Future Image / Cover Images)

Mia Goth Debuts Dior Bow Slingback Sandals With a Textured White Dior Dress

Mia Goth gave The Odyssey London premiere a relaxed, beachy edge in head-to-toe Dior. She stepped out in the $1,190 Dior “Bow” slingback sandals, first unveiled as part of the Spring/Summer 2026 collection, which marked Jonathan Anderson’s debut fashion show for the house.

Made in Italy from technical fabric and silk, the sandals featured Dior’s signature bow across the front, finished with a gold-tone Dior logo accent. I loved the D-shaped sole, a clever nod to Dior, which gave the delicate shoe a more distinctive, modern shape.

The pair also featured peep-toes, an elasticated slingback strap, and cone-shaped heels that added height while keeping the silhouette soft and playful. On the insole, Dior’s Medaillon signature evoked an 18th-century Rococo spirit, adding a romantic, decorative detail to the otherwise modern sandal.

Mia Goth opts for the feminine Dior “Bow” sandals featuring the house’s signature bow, D-shaped soles, and slingback straps (Credit: Steve Vas / Future Image / Cover Images)

The British actress paired the sandals with a white sleeveless Christian Dior dress from the Resort 2027 collection. The dress was made from an ultra-textured fabric covered in intricate petal-like paillettes, creating a sea-foam-like surface that matched the breezy mood of the look.

It also featured a softly draped wrap-style panel, gathered into an asymmetric sash that fell past her hip and was accented with a multi-toned blue floral appliqué, adding a subtle pop of color and a more romantic, seaside-inspired detail to the textured white dress.

Mia added some shimmer to the look with Dior Rose des Vents earrings and a matching open ring, while her minimal makeup, bleached brows, and long, beachy waves finished the look with an undone, relaxed coolness.

Mia Goth pairs her black slingback bow heels with a white Christian Dior dress featuring paillette-like embellishments all over and a wrap-style waist panel with a blue flower accent (Credit: Steve Vas / Future Image / Cover Images)

How The Odyssey Premiere Turned Mythic Glamour Into a Footwear Showcase

From Anne Hathaway’s custom Dior maternity sandals to Zendaya’s champagne Louboutin pumps and Lupita Nyong’o’s mirrored Aquazzura heels, The Odyssey premiere showed how red-carpet footwear can carry just as much storytelling power as the gowns. The evening moved between ancient-goddess references, couture craftsmanship, metallic shine, and sculptural silhouettes, making it one of 2026’s strongest showcases of celebrity shoe styling.