Hannah Waddingham and Octavia Spencer brought contrasting approaches to modern red-carpet dressing at the special screening of their upcoming film, Ride or Die, held at the Ham Yard Hotel in Soho.
Standing 5’11” (180.3 cm), Hannah Waddingham towered over her 5’2″ (157.5 cm) co-star Octavia Spencer by nearly 10 inches, creating a striking visual contrast that was echoed in their fashion choices.
Waddingham embraced statuesque glamour in a pink velvet gown and Stella McCartney’s sculptural “Elsa” sandals, while Spencer opted for understated elegance in Saint Laurent’s chic “Babylone” mules.
Hannah Waddingham, in a pink velvet halter gown and brown Stella McCartney “Elsa” sandals, stands beside Octavia Spencer, who paired Saint Laurent “Babylone” mules with a black sequined tulle skirt, at the UK special screening of Ride or Die held at the Ham Yard Hotel on June 22, 2026, in London, England (Credit: Ian West / PA Images / INSTARimages)
Regular Your Next Shoes readers may recognize Hannah’s footwear immediately. After wearing the same Stella McCartney “Elsa” sandals at the brand’s Fall/Winter 2026 Paris Fashion Week show, she revisited the architectural design in glossy brown patent leather. Spencer likewise continued her preference for refined evening footwear after previously stepping out in Jimmy Choo’s “Vexil” sandals at the Black or White premiere.
Together, the actresses proved that memorable red-carpet style isn’t about height but about choosing shoes that complement your proportions and personal aesthetic.
Ride or Die is an action-adventure comedy that follows two longtime friends who are forced to go on the run after becoming the targets of a mysterious enemy. As danger draws closer, they discover a shocking truth: one of them is actually a trained assassin. The film is scheduled to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on July 15.
Hannah Waddingham Pairs Stella McCartney “Elsa” Sandals With a Pink Velvet Halter Gown
Hannah Waddingham embraced modern Old Hollywood glamour in a pink velvet halter gown styled with Stella McCartney’s glossy brown patent “Elsa” sandals.
The vegan leather design featured delicate triple straps, an open square toe, and a sculptural 4-inch heel that added a contemporary edge to the otherwise romantic look.
I loved how the rich brown sandals grounded the soft pink velvet, while the clean architectural lines and cushioned footbed balanced elegance with everyday wearability.
Hannah’s exact brown patent “Elsa” sandals are available at Farfetch. The sculptural Elsa collection also includes pumps, slingbacks, mules, ballet flats, and embellished sandals, with many styles currently offered at significant discounts.
Hannah Waddingham slips her white-pedicured feet into the Stella McCartney “Elsa” sandals in brown patent vegan leather featuring a triple-strap upper, open square toes, and sculpted heels (Credit: Ian West / PA Images / INSTARimages)
The Ted Lasso actress wore a pink velvet gown featuring a plunging neckline, a halter strap, and a fitted, ruched bodice that shaped the upper body while defining the waist and hips.
It then fell into a straight column ankle-length skirt, finished with a side slit that added a more sultry look. This dress resembled the Et Ochs “Valeria” dress, currently priced at $268.91 (down from $498) at Saks Fifth Avenue.
I loved how the combination of the pink velvet and brown sandals created a striking contrast, balancing rich texture with a clean, contemporary finish!
Hannah kept her accessories minimal with gold jewelry, including long dangling earrings and a bracelet, while a brushed-up hairstyle added a polished edge to the overall styling.
Hannah Waddingham pairs her brown heels with a form-fitting pink velvet halter dress with a plunging neckline (Credit: Ian West / PA Images / INSTARimages)
Octavia Spencer Styles Saint Laurent “Babylone” Mules With a Sequined Tulle Skirt
Octavia Spencer stepped out in an understated yet red-carpet-ready all-black ensemble that balanced ease with evening polish.
Her Saint Laurent “Babylone” mules featured softly gathered lambskin uppers accented by Saint Laurent’s signature Cassandre hardware, while the open pointed toes and 2.4-inch kitten heels struck the perfect balance between elegance and everyday wear.
The Babylone has quickly become one of Saint Laurent’s signature mule designs, also worn by Hailey Bieber with a vintage Dolce & Gabbana mini dress.
Octavia’s leather “Babylone” mules are available at Mytheresa. Far from a single-season design, the Babylone has evolved into one of Saint Laurent’s defining footwear families, with everything from elegant kitten-heel mules and pointed-toe pumps to slingbacks, flat sandals, and statement logo styles.
Octavia Spencer opts for the simple but chic Saint Laurent “Babylone” mules featuring a gathered upper with a Cassandre logo in bronze-tone metal at the center (Credit: Ian West / PA Images / INSTARimages)
Octavia Spencer paired the footwear with a black outfit, mixing relaxed streetwear energy and playful evening structure. Her top came with three-quarter-length sleeves and a slightly slouchy shape, giving it a casual off-duty feel. Below, the skirt was constructed from voluminous layers of sheer black tulle, decorated with silver and black metallic sequins, creating a soft gradient shimmer.
When it came to accessories, Spencer kept things minimal with a dainty pendant necklace and a tennis bracelet.
Octavia Spencer pairs her mules with a relaxed black top with quarter-length sleeves and a voluminous tulle skirt with gradient black and silver sequins (Credit: Ian West / PA Images / INSTARimages)
More Celebrity Moments in Saint Laurent and Stella McCartney Shoes
Whether embracing Stella McCartney’s sculptural, contemporary aesthetic or Saint Laurent’s refined Parisian glamour, Hannah Waddingham and Octavia Spencer demonstrated how thoughtfully chosen footwear can define an entire red-carpet look.
If you enjoyed these standout styles, take a look at more 2026 celebrity appearances showcasing two of fashion’s most influential luxury houses.
👠 Explore 2026 Saint Laurent & Stella McCartney Shoe Highlights:
- 💗 Hannah Waddingham’s Stella McCartney Fall/Winter 2026 front-row look paired a peony-pink mini dress with glossy black “Elsa” sandals, echoing the sculptural silhouette she later revisited in brown.
- 🕸️ Emily Blunt’s Disclosure Day press tour showcased Stella McCartney’s lilac vegan mesh pumps with a romantic, futuristic twist.
- 🤍 Bar Refaeli’s white Stella McCartney “Elsa” heels added crisp architectural elegance to The Devil Wears Prada 2 London premiere.
- 🖤 Zoë Saldaña’s 2026 Oscars Saint Laurent shoes ranged from dramatic “Chandelle” platform sandals to sleek “P.A.R.I.S.” slingback pumps.
- 🎤 Rosé’s BRIT Awards Saint Laurent pumps completed her couture-inspired black ensemble with striking white slingbacks.
- ✨ Sofia Carson’s Saint Laurent “Lee” slingbacks demonstrated how minimalist pumps can elevate modern power dressing.