Jessica Chastain has long been a red carpet favorite, seamlessly balancing Hollywood glamour with modern sophistication.
Standing 5 feet 3¾ inches (161.9 cm) tall and wearing a US shoe size 7.5, the Oscar-winning actress knows how to maximize her frame with carefully chosen gowns and statement heels.
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From the sleek black Burberry corset gown she wore at the 2019 Golden Globes to the vibrant yellow Ralph Lauren chiffon dress at New York Fashion Week, Chastain consistently embraces bold colors and refined silhouettes.
She’s equally captivating in a striking red Akris sheath dress with classic black pumps on Broadway and timeless in a white Alexander McQueen peplum dress styled with crystal-embellished Christian Louboutin Strass heels. Together, these looks showcase why Chastain remains one of Hollywood’s most compelling—and consistently best-dressed—stars.
Golden Globe Glamour: Burberry Corset Gown & Piaget Jewelry
Back in January 2019, Jessica Chastain lit up the Golden Globe Awards red carpet at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills.
The Oscar-winning actress arrived in a sleek Burberry corset gown by Riccardo Tisci, styled with Piaget jewelry and a polished high ponytail, radiating effortless glamour and confidence.
Jessica Chastain stunned in a sleek black Burberry gown with a beaded cape detail at the 2019 Golden Globe Awards
The then-41-year-old Molly’s Game star looked fabulous in a custom Burberry corset gown styled with a sleek high ponytail and Piaget jewelry.
It was the first dress designed by Burberry’s new artistic director Riccardo Tisci since he took over the iconic British brand in 2018.
Jessica Chastain could not stop smiling at the 2019 Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on January 6, 2019 (Credit: Rob Rich / WENN / Joseph Marzullo)
Radiant in Yellow: Ralph Lauren Chiffon & Gold Platform Heels
Before her 2019 Golden Globes appearance, Jessica Chastain turned heads at one of New York Fashion Week’s most memorable evenings—the Ralph Lauren 50th Anniversary celebration at Bethesda Terrace in Central Park.
Attending with her husband, Gian Luca Passi de Preposulo, in September 2018, she brought a burst of color to the festivities in a radiant yellow gown.
Jessica Chastain dazzled in a strapless bright yellow chiffon gown paired with gold platform heels, while Gian Luca Passi de Preposulo opted for a classic navy tuxedo at Ralph Lauren’s 50th Anniversary show during New York Fashion Week on September 7, 2018
Broadway Bold: Akris Red Sheath Dress & Classic Black Pumps
Just a few months later, Jessica swapped vibrant yellow chiffon for bold Broadway glamour.
On December 13, 2018, she commanded attention at the opening night of To Kill a Mockingbird at the Shubert Theatre in New York City, showcasing her toned legs in a striking red Akris sheath dress paired with classic black pointy-toe pumps, a silhouette-sharpening choice known for its ability to visually elongate the legs and create a sleeker line from hip to toe.
Jessica Chastain radiated confidence in a fitted red sheath dress paired with classic black pointed-toe pumps at the opening night of ‘To Kill A Mockingbird’ at the Shubert Theatre in New York City on December 13, 2018
Red Dresses Styled With Black Heels
From runway minimalism to red-carpet glamour, pairing a red dress with black heels has become a timeless styling move. Here are some standout examples featured on Your Next Shoes:
👠 Explore Red-Dress + Black-Heels Style Moments on Your Next Shoes:
- ❤️ 7 Show-Stopping Red Dresses and Designer Heels at NYFW’s Heart Truth Gala — includes several pairings of red gowns with classic black heels and other standout footwear.
- 🔥 Embracing Minimalism in a Red Leather Dress and Black Christian Louboutin Heels — Chappell Roan’s edgy yet clean red-leather outfit anchored by black Louboutin heels.
- 💡 Color Pop Perfection: Shoes That Instantly Upgrade Your Red Dress Look — a style guide that references black, metallics, and neutral shoes as options to complement red dresses.
Old-Hollywood Elegance: Alexander McQueen Peplum & Louboutin Strass Pumps
Rewinding three years earlier, Jessica Chastain embraced old-Hollywood elegance at the 2015 National Board of Review Awards Gala.
Stepping onto the Cipriani 42nd Street red carpet in New York City, she turned heads in a white Alexander McQueen peplum dress styled with Piaget jewels and statement Christian Louboutin pumps.
Jessica Chastain at the 2015 National Board of Review Awards Gala held at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City on January 6, 2015
The then 37-year-old actress from A Most Violent Year donned a white peplum dress from Alexander McQueen, which received harsh reviews from fashion critics.
At the 2015 National Board of Review Gala, Jessica wore a white Alexander McQueen peplum dress styled with Piaget jewelry and Christian Louboutin heels
She completed the look with Piaget jewelry and a pair of Christian Louboutin “Strass” pumps—one of the brand’s most glamorous designs, often described as the modern-day glass slipper.
Covered in hand-placed crystals that shimmer with every step, the Strass style comes in variations like the mesh-based Follies Strass and the suede-trimmed Kate Strass, both featuring Louboutin’s signature pointed toe, stiletto heel, and unmistakable red sole.
Her look was finished with Christian Louboutin pumps featuring an intricate green and gold metallic pattern on white leather
Jessica Chastain’s Style Legacy in Shoes & Fashion
From red carpet gowns to standout footwear, Jessica Chastain has consistently blended Hollywood glamour with bold style choices. As this article concludes, here are some of her most memorable shoe and fashion moments featured on Your Next Shoes.
👠 Explore Jessica Chastain’s Best Shoe & Fashion Moments:
- ✨ Jessica Chastain Dazzles in Gucci Mini Dress and René Caovilla Gladiator Sandals — her statement gladiator-style heels steal the spotlight under a black Gucci dress.
- 👗 Jessica Chastain Exudes Elegance at Tribeca in Gucci & Slingback Pumps — highlights her silver Gucci shift dress paired with black slingback pumps at The Knife premiere.
- 🌟 Jessica Chastain in Alexander McQueen Babydoll Dress & Louboutin Isolde Heels — she merges youthful silhouettes with striking Louboutin pumps at the Dreams premiere.
- 🎬 Jessica Chastain Breaks Fashion Rules in Hand-Embroidered Paul Andrew “Shakti Soir” Pumps — a throwback Cannes moment highlighting bold, embellished heels.
- 🥿 Jessica Chastain Shines in Metallic Saint Laurent Pumps & Carolina Herrera Elegance — she accents a romantic Carolina Herrera dress with sleek metallic Saint Laurent pumps.
- 📐 Jessica Chastain Elevates Her Petite Frame With Stunning Christian Louboutin Heels — includes her height, shoe size, and her reliance on Louboutin heels to enhance red carpet looks.