Kate Hudson and Selena Gomez Bring Major Star Power (and Red Bottoms) to the ‘Marty, Life Is Short’ Red Carpet

Kate Hudson and Selena Gomez brought major star power to the Los Angeles premiere of Marty, Life Is Short, held at The Egyptian Theatre on May 6.

Hudson stood out in a bold yellow Tod’s gown styled with brown Le Silla pumps, while Gomez went for a more shimmering, elegant look in a Carolina Herrera dress paired with Christian Louboutin pumps.

Marty, Life Is Short is a documentary about comedian Martin Short and his long-running career in film, television, theater, and comedy. The documentary is set to premiere on Netflix on May 12.

Kate Hudson and Selena Gomez bring star power to the Marty, Life Is Short Los Angeles premiere in a yellow Tod’s dress with brown Le Silla pumps and a black Carolina Herrera dress with black Louboutins on May 6, 2026 (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)

Kate Hudson Grounds Her Yellow Tod’s Cutout Gown With Brown Le Silla Pumps

Kate Hudson kept the focus on silhouette and texture, grounding her bold yellow Tod’s gown with a pair of dark brown suede Le Silla “Bella” pumps.

The sharply pointed toes and slim stiletto heels brought a clean, elongated finish to the look, while the rich suede softened the contrast against the saturated yellow fabric.

Rather than competing with the dramatic cutouts of the dress, the understated pumps added a quieter kind of sophistication that made the entire outfit feel more polished and modern. Kate’s Le Silla pumps are on sale for $680 (from $906) at Farfetch.

Kate Hudson slips into a pair of brown suede Le Silla “Bella” pumps with sharp pointed toes and stiletto heels (Credit: H2Y / INSTARimages)

The American actress wore a $7,845 Tod’s gown made from yellow Pashmy suede, a lightweight yet durable fabric known for its softness and treated with anti-drip and anti-stain technology. From the front, the dress looked simple, with its high, round neckline and a relaxed column silhouette that fell straight to the floor. But once she turned to the side, the look became much more daring.

The gown balanced Tod’s restrained craftsmanship with a more daring silhouette, featuring deep architectural side cutouts that curved below the hips before sweeping into a crisscross back. From certain angles, the design appeared almost minimal, but the exposed sides and open back gave the otherwise clean column shape a sharper, more sensual edge.

Kate finished the look with her blonde hair in a sleek low ponytail, chunky gold hoop earrings, and a few statement rings that added a touch of glam.

Kate Hudson pairs her brown pumps with a yellow suede dress by Tod’s featuring a column silhouette, daring side cutouts, and a crisscross back (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)

Selena Gomez Brings Classic Black-Tie Polish in Christian Louboutin Erozee Pumps

Selena Gomez leaned into her signature polished glamour in glossy black Christian Louboutin “Erozee” pumps, a silhouette that felt both classic and subtly modern against her crystal-embellished Carolina Herrera dress. Unlike the brand’s sharper, more unforgiving So Kate styles, the Erozee is designed with a more wearable, architectural shape, giving the shoe a refined elegance that works especially well on the red carpet.

The pointed pumps featured a sculptural V-shaped vamp that elongated the foot, while the lower-cut heel counter exposed more of the arch for a sleeker profile. Delicate stitching across the toe box added quiet structure without interrupting the clean patent finish. The slim ankle strap also gave the design a more secure, practical feel — an understated but important detail for long premieres and photo calls.

Set on manageable 100mm stiletto heels, the Erozee strikes a balance between drama and comfort, especially with its padded insole and updated “Everlasting Red” sole designed to better resist scuffing. The overall effect suited Selena’s style perfectly: timeless, feminine, and streamlined, but with enough modern geometry to keep the look from feeling overly traditional.

The Christian Louboutin Erozee pumps are available at Nordstrom and Mytheresa for $1,145.

Selena Gomez opts for the Christian Louboutin “Erozee” pumps in shiny patent leather with a sexy V-shaped vamp, low-cut topline, pointed toes, ankle straps, and stiletto heels (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)

Selena Gomez styled her heels with a black Carolina Herrera Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear dress crafted from stretch-wool. I loved how the sleek, streamlined silhouette made the outfit look clean and elegant, while the statement puff sleeves added just enough drama. The squared neckline framed her face beautifully and gave the dress a refined, modest finish.

Giving it a soft shimmer, the ankle-length dress featured allover crystal-drop beadwork inspired by Azabache, an ornate technique from Spain’s Golden Age. This Carolina Herrera dress is available at Farfetch for $6,490.

For a pop of color, Selena added red lipstick and matching red nails. She then finished the outfit with more sparkles from Stephen Silver Fine Jewelry, including diamond feather earrings, an antique-style diamond ring, and her Abril Barret engagement ring.

Selena Gomez shines in her black Carolina Herrera dress featuring a square neckline, puff shoulders, and crystal drop beadwork (Credit: Dave Starbuck / Future Image / Cover Images)

Why Sleek Pointed-Toe Pumps Remain a Red-Carpet Staple

From Kate Hudson’s rich suede Le Silla heels to Selena Gomez’s glossy Christian Louboutin pumps, both looks highlighted the enduring appeal of sleek pointed-toe footwear on the red carpet.

Whether styled with sculptural cutout gowns or crystal-embellished evening dresses, these sharp silhouettes continue to bring polish, balance, and quiet drama to celebrity styling moments.