At the premiere of The Lion King at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California, on July 9, 2019, sisters Chloe and Halle Bailey coordinated in black ensembles while showcasing two very different approaches to evening footwear.
Chloe opted for an oversized pantsuit paired with peep-toe heels, while Halle embraced a more dramatic look in Giuseppe Zanotti’s Victorian-inspired Janice ankle boots.
Sisters and YouTube stars Chloe and Halle Bailey at the premiere of The Lion King at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California, on July 9, 2019 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN / Adriana M. Barraza)
Styled with a sparkling Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini dress and Sydney Evan jewelry, Halle’s statement boots added texture and structure to the red-carpet look, demonstrating how ankle boots can offer an alternative to the sandals and pumps more commonly seen at movie premieres.
The singer later embraced sheer footwear in Femme LA Cobra mesh pumps while promoting You, Me, & Tuscany, leaned into aquatic glamour at the 2023 Met Gala in custom Gucci, and continued that aesthetic in a sculptural Miss Sohee look inspired by seashell motifs.
Chloe and Halle’s coordinated appearance at The Lion King premiere also anticipated the sisters’ evolving approach to red-carpet dressing. Earlier appearances included their coordinated ensembles at the 2017 BET Awards, while Halle later embraced statement footwear in Stuart Weitzman’s Jaxie gladiator sandals. Meanwhile, Chloe Bailey’s solo style evolution has seen her gravitate toward bolder silhouettes and more directional fashion choices, underscoring how both sisters have developed distinct identities while maintaining a shared appreciation for standout footwear.
Chloe Bailey paired an oversized black pantsuit with peep-toe heels, while Halle Bailey contrasted the look in a glittering mini dress and Giuseppe Zanotti Janice mesh ankle boots
Giuseppe Zanotti’s Janice booties combine leather panels with sheer mesh, an almond-shaped toe, and corset-inspired hook-and-eye detailing, giving the silhouette a distinctly Victorian influence while maintaining the sleek proportions of a modern stiletto ankle boot.
Halle Bailey showcased Giuseppe Zanotti’s Victorian-inspired Janice booties, featuring mesh panels, corset-style hook-and-eye detailing, and slender stiletto heels
Halle’s booties belonged to Giuseppe Zanotti’s Janice collection, which also included the over-the-knee Janice High worn by Nicole Kidman at the 2017 American Music Awards and later by Anna Kendrick at the Pitch Perfect 3 premiere, while Bella Hadid modeled the Victorian-inspired ankle version in Giuseppe Zanotti’s Fall 2017 campaign.
Although Giuseppe Zanotti’s Janice boots are no longer in production for the current season, pre-owned pairs continue to surface on the secondary market.
As of June 2026, Farfetch listed Giuseppe Zanotti Vintage Janice mesh-panel ankle boots for $950, alongside archival styles such as crystal-embellished slingback sandals ($610), Harmony bow-detail sandals ($446), Coline crystal-embellished sandals ($506), and Liza crystal-embellished pumps ($409), underscoring the enduring demand for the brand’s statement footwear.
Crafted from fine mesh with leather trim, the Giuseppe Zanotti Janice ankle boots combine an almond toe, side zipper, and silver-tone hook-and-eye accents for a corset-inspired finish
Giuseppe Zanotti’s Janice booties reinterpret Victorian footwear through sheer mesh construction, polished hardware detailing, and sleek stiletto heels