When Jessica Alba stepped onto the Nasdaq floor in May 2021 to take The Honest Company public, the moment marked a significant evolution from her early days as a Hollywood lead to becoming a major player in the wellness industry.
Standing in the heart of New York City’s Times Square, she celebrated the culmination of a decade spent building a brand centered on eco-friendly baby and household goods.
The Honest Company’s “Honest for the Earth” Nasdaq billboard towered above Times Square as Jessica Alba celebrated the company’s public debut in New York City (Credit: Instar / WENN)
The transition from actress to entrepreneur was cemented as she rang the opening bell, joined by her family and team.
Reflecting on the milestone, the Dark Angel actress noted the day’s surreal nature and expressed gratitude to the community that grew alongside her brand.
“I feel like I’m in a dream,” she told Bloomberg during the event. “I’m so grateful to our very loyal community. Thank you for trusting us with your most precious people.”
The Honest Company founder and Chief Creative Officer Jessica Alba and CEO Nick Vlahos ring the Nasdaq Stock Market opening bell on May 5, 2021 (Credit: Instar / WENN)
Jessica Alba coordinated with Honest Company CEO Nick Vlahos in deep green tailoring, reinforcing the IPO’s growth-focused symbolism on the Nasdaq floor (Credit: Instar / WENN)
The mom-of-three was joined by her then-husband, Cash Warren, and their kids, Honor Marie, Haven Garner, and Hayes, who were all decked in green outfits.
Cash Warren and son Hayes arrived in soft green tones and crisp white sneakers to support Jessica Alba during The Honest Company’s milestone Nasdaq opening bell ceremony (Credit: Instar / WENN)
Wearing the colors of money and nature, Jessica opted for a Narciso Rodriguez emerald-green suit, which included a long blazer and a pair of loose-fitting trousers.
She softened the sharp tailoring with a silky seafoam-green blouse tucked neatly into her high-waisted trousers, adding a lighter tonal contrast to the rich emerald suit. Leaning fully into the monochromatic palette, Jessica finished the look with a glossy Kelly green Nancy Gonzalez Lexi crocodile top-handle bag, a luxurious statement piece that retailed for $3,650 at the time.
Instead of simply wearing green shoes to match her suit, Jessica leaned into one of Hollywood’s most reliable red-carpet power heels: a custom emerald version of the Giuseppe Zanotti “Betty” platform sandals.
A longtime celebrity-stylist favorite, the minimalist two-strap silhouette is known for balancing dramatic height with surprising stability, thanks to its towering 120mm block heel and substantial 40mm platform, which soften the shoe’s pitch and make it far more wearable than a classic stiletto.
Jessica Alba navigated rainy Times Square in a sharply tailored Narciso Rodriguez emerald suit layered over a silky seafoam blouse (Credit: Instar / WENN)
The style has become a modern red-carpet staple over the past decade, especially in glossy patent leather, metallic finishes, and croc-embossed textures, but Jessica’s custom green pair felt especially fitting for the Nasdaq occasion.
Beyond matching her Narciso Rodriguez suit, the monochromatic look subtly echoed the symbolism of growth, money, and corporate success as she celebrated The Honest Company’s public debut in New York City.
Jessica has returned to the “Betty” repeatedly over the years, wearing different versions to premieres, fashion parties, and awards-season events whenever she wants extra height without sacrificing confidence or mobility. At 5’6”, the platform-heavy silhouette gives her a commanding presence while still allowing her to move comfortably through long public appearances—whether walking a red carpet or ringing the opening bell on the Nasdaq floor.
Jessica Alba completed her monochromatic IPO look with a glossy Nancy Gonzalez Lexi crocodile top-handle bag in rich Kelly green (Credit: Instar / WENN)
Keeping things classy, the Never Been Kissed star accessorized with simple jewelry, including a pair of Ana Khouri Christina earrings, a dainty gold necklace, and bracelets.
She then glammed up with pink blush, pink lipstick, and bold brows and styled her dark brown tresses in waves with a side parting.
With softly waved hair, glowing skin, and understated gold jewelry, Jessica Alba balanced corporate polish with Hollywood glamour while addressing the Nasdaq crowd (Credit: Instar / WENN)
More Giuseppe Zanotti “Betty” Moments That Prove Its Red-Carpet Staying Power
Jessica Alba’s custom green pair gave her Nasdaq look a polished, symbolic finish, but the “Betty” sandal has long been one of Giuseppe Zanotti’s most dependable celebrity heels.
From metallic versions to glittering statement pairs, the platform silhouette keeps returning because it delivers height, stability, and unmistakable red-carpet presence.
👠 Explore Giuseppe Zanotti “Betty” Platform Sandal Moments:
- ✨ Celebrities in Giuseppe Zanotti “Betty” platform sandals, from Saoirse Ronan to Lupita Nyong’o, show how the towering two-strap silhouette became a red-carpet favorite.
- 💛 Jessica Alba’s metallic gold “Betty” heels added height and shine to her pinstripe jumpsuit with the sandal’s signature platform, ankle strap, and bold block heel.
- 🩶 Her silver “Betty” sandals at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party brought a polished metallic finish to a romantic Ralph & Russo gown.
- ✨ Tallia Storm’s glittering “Betty” sandals paired silver, gold, and black sparkle with the shoe’s dramatic five-inch block heel.
- 🏆 Keke Palmer’s gold VMAs look matched a crystal-covered Yousef Aljasmi gown with gleaming gold Giuseppe Zanotti “Betty” platforms.
- ❤️ Kate Hudson’s red “Betty” heels echoed the drama of her Carolina Herrera gown, turning the platform sandal into a tonal red-carpet finish.