Jennifer Lawrence Masters the High-Low Mix: From ‘Ugly Sandals’ and Socks to The Row’s Lana Pumps

When it comes to mastering the “high-low” wardrobe, few do it as effortlessly as Jennifer Lawrence. On October 24, 2023, the Hunger Games actress demonstrated this duality in New York City, transitioning from a practical morning of motherhood to a high-fashion evening at the Women’s Wear Daily Honors.

Her day-to-night transformation highlights a masterclass in footwear selection. Lawrence, who shares her son Cy with husband and art gallery director Cooke Maroney, began the day in a vibrant marigold sweater and relaxed white shorts—a bright, functional look anchored by a polarizing shoe trend.

By evening, she had traded her casual stroller-side style for the sharp silhouette of a black Christian Dior dress and architectural pumps.

Jennifer Lawrence Embraces Off-Duty Style With Socks and Sandals

Jennifer Lawrence steps out in New York City on October 24, 2023, wearing a relaxed yellow sweater and white shorts while running errands with her son, Cy (Credit: BauerGriffin / INSTARimages)

Parading her flawless legs, Lawrence nailed Gen Z’s socks-and-sandals trend by wearing white ankle socks before slipping into a pair of chunky black “ugly sandals.”

She then let her tresses fall freely around her shoulders in natural waves and stepped out without makeup, wearing $320 oversized square tortoiseshell sunglasses by Stella McCartney that concealed her eyes.

Keeping the look effortlessly off-duty, Jennifer Lawrence embraces the Gen-Z socks-and-sandals trend, pairing white ankle socks with chunky black “ugly” sandals (Credit: BauerGriffin / INSTARimages)

Jennifer Lawrence Steps Into the Spotlight at the 2023 WWD Honors

Later that day, Lawrence changed from her casual outfit to a classy black dress as she graced the red carpet at the 2023 WWD Honors held at New York City’s Casa Cipriani.

J.Law, a Dior ambassador since 2012, naturally wore a creation from the French luxury fashion house’s latest Spring 2024 Ready-to-Wear collection.

The No Hard Feelings actress took the stage in a sophisticated black wool dress to present Christian Dior creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri with the John B. Fairchild Award.

Her Dior outfit featured an asymmetric off-the-shoulder neckline, scrunched-up long sleeves, a midi-length hem, and a belted waist that accentuated her enviable figure.

Bringing her signature minimalist style to the event, J.Law kept her neck bare and styled her black dress simply with the $28,000 Doughnut Bangle in 18k gold and the $3,500 High Tide earrings, both by Tiffany & Co. x Elsa Peretti.

Stylist Jamie Mizrahi, who also works with Adele, Ariana Grande, and Riley Keough, completed the Red Sparrow actress’s ensemble with nude The Row “Lana” pumps.

These understated pumps are made from glossy patent leather in a versatile sand shade and feature a slightly exaggerated pointed toe, squared vamps, and 3-inch cone-shaped heels.

Hairstylist Rebekah Forecast pulled her tresses in a chic center-parted ponytail, while makeup artist Hung Vanngo gave her sleek look a pop of color with vibrant red lipstick.

Jennifer Lawrence’s Shoe Style, From Off-Duty Ease to Red-Carpet Precision

Whether she’s running errands in trend-forward flats or stepping onto the red carpet in architecturally refined pumps, Jennifer Lawrence’s footwear choices consistently anchor her looks.

From Dior runway heels to minimalist staples favored by top stylists, her evolving shoe wardrobe offers a masterclass in balancing comfort, proportion, and polish.