In January 2020, Chrissy Teigen and John Legend attended the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center in Los Angeles, arriving on a night marked by both celebration and mourning following the death of Kobe Bryant earlier that day.
Chrissy Teigen’s sculptural orange Yanina Couture gown contrasted dramatically with John Legend’s asymmetrical gray Alexander McQueen tailoring and chunky black Chelsea boots at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on January 26, 2020 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
While John Legend added another Grammy to his collection, Chrissy Teigen commanded attention in a vivid orange Yanina Couture gown finished with metallic Giuseppe Zanotti sandals that balanced the look’s dramatic proportions.
John Legend embraced Alexander McQueen’s directional tailoring in a gray coat-style suit finished with substantial black Chelsea boots instead of traditional dress shoes
Styled by Dave Thomas, Legend complemented Teigen’s dramatic couture look in Alexander McQueen’s asymmetrical gray tailoring, finished with pleated detailing and chunky Chelsea boots.
Oversized ruffled shoulders, a plunging neckline, and a flowing train transformed Chrissy Teigen’s couture gown into one of the night’s most theatrical Grammy looks
Teigen’s gown from Yanina Couture’s Spring/Summer 2019 collection featured exaggerated shoulders, a plunging neckline, a sculpted peplum waist, and a thigh-high slit that revealed glimpses of her metallic sandals.
Teigen balanced the volume of her Yanina Couture gown with metallic Giuseppe Zanotti “Darcie” sandals, whose delicate straps peeked through the thigh-high slit
Jen Atkin styled Teigen’s hair in loose center-parted waves, while makeup artist Kristine Studden complemented the gown’s warm palette with bronzed eyes, a nude lip, and soft blush.
She finished the look with statement jewelry and a coordinating Tyler Ellis “Perry” clutch.
Loose shoulder-length waves, bronzed makeup, and sparkling drop earrings softened the architectural lines of Chrissy Teigen’s vivid orange ensemble
The Darcie earned lasting red-carpet appeal thanks to its slender straps and understated profile.
From Shay Mitchell’s gold Darcie sandals and Hailey Baldwin’s patent Darcie heels to Karlie Kloss’ metallic Darcie sandals, the silhouette proved remarkably versatile across multiple red-carpet seasons.
Chrissy Teigen completed her Grammys appearance in metallic Giuseppe Zanotti “Darcie” sandals featuring slender straps, open toes, and minimalist ankle detailing
Although Chrissy Teigen’s exact metallic pair appears to be discontinued, Giuseppe Zanotti continues to reinterpret the barely-there evening sandal aesthetic.
As of June 2026, Farfetch carries contemporary Zanotti evening styles, including the Slim 2.0 105, Intriigo Strap 105, Lumière 105, Harmony, Shirley, and Darsey sandals, all of which preserve the sleek proportions that made the Darcie such a popular red-carpet choice.
Later in the evening, the couple shifted into a more relaxed mood as they celebrated Legend’s win.
Teigen changed into a little black dress better suited for dancing, while Legend removed his asymmetrical jacket and pared his look back to a white shirt and gray trousers, creating a noticeably more casual contrast to their dramatic red-carpet appearances.
After the ceremony, the couple traded red-carpet drama for a more relaxed celebration, with Teigen changing into a little black dress while Legend pared back his look to a white shirt and gray trousers
Why the Giuseppe Zanotti Darcie Endures
Teigen’s 2020 Grammys appearance highlighted why the Darcie remains one of Giuseppe Zanotti’s most recognizable evening sandals.
Its slender metallic straps offered a subtle counterpoint to the drama of her Yanina Couture gown, illustrating the enduring appeal of shoes that complement a statement look rather than compete with it.
👠 Explore Chrissy Teigen, Giuseppe Zanotti, and the Darcie Sandal Era:
- ✨ Chrissy Teigen’s silver Giuseppe Zanotti Harmony sandals brought a cool metallic finish to her sheer Georges Hobeika Couture gown at the 2020 Vanity Fair Oscar Party.
- 🖤 Her black Giuseppe Zanotti Raquel sandals added a sharp, caged finish to a slit Haney gown, showing Teigen’s long-running affinity for sculptural Zanotti heels.
- 💛 Shay Mitchell’s gold Giuseppe Zanotti Darcie sandals captured the same barely-there metallic glamour Teigen later leaned into at the Grammys.
- 🖤 Hailey Baldwin’s black patent Darcie heels grounded a daring sheer Georges Chakra jumpsuit with a clean, precise stiletto finish.
- 🌟 Karlie Kloss’ metallic Darcie sandals paired gold straps with Brandon Maxwell and Elie Saab gowns, reinforcing the sandal’s red-carpet versatility.
- 🌹 Yara Shahidi’s rose-gold Giuseppe Zanotti Darcie heels softened a shimmering Zimmermann gown with delicate crossover straps.
- 🔥 Jenna Dewan’s black patent Darcie sandals showed how the silhouette works with a darker, sleeker evening look.
- 🎤 Demi Lovato’s Giuseppe Zanotti Darcie sandals spotlighted the style’s slender toe bands, buckled straps, and polished stiletto shape.