Winter Elegance: Lily James Serves Luxe Knitwear, Hermès Leather, and Designer Heels on The Iron Claw Press Tour

In December 2023, Lily James was back in the spotlight—gliding from studio to studio as she promoted The Iron Claw, the buzzy biographical sports drama led by Zac Efron.

Directed by Sean Durkin and inspired by the true story of professional wrestler Kevin Von Erich and his family, the A24 film became one of the year’s critical standouts, even earning a place on the National Board of Review’s Top 10 Films of 2023.

After premiering in Dallas on November 8, the movie opened in U.S. theaters on December 22, with a U.K. release slated for February 9, 2024. And throughout the late-December press tour, Lily James delivered a series of polished winter looks that reminded everyone why she remains a modern style muse.

The Iron Claw, starring Harris Dickinson, Zac Efron, Stanley Simons, and Jeremy Allen White, is a biographical sports drama based on the life of the professional wrestling family, the Von Erichs (Credit: A24 / Lionsgate)

Lily James Radiates Winter Elegance in a White Lafayette 148 Knit Set

Lily James stars as Pam Adkisson, Kevin Von Erich’s wife, in the A24 film The Iron Claw. Before the highly anticipated movie’s theatrical release, Lily James embarked on a promotional tour in New York City on Monday.

The 34-year-old actress dazzled as she entered the Today Show studio. She donned a radiant white ensemble from Lafayette 148, an American fashion brand specializing in high-end, luxurious apparel designed for modern, sophisticated women.

Embodying the label’s signature flair, the Downton Abbey actress teamed a white ribbed sweater with its matching ribbed sweater skirt.

Lily James is radiant in a white Lafayette 148 ribbed sweater, a matching white sweater skirt, and a khaki convertible trench coat as she visits the Today studio to promote The Iron Claw on December 18, 2023 (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Lily James Elevates Winter Neutrals With a Sculpted Knit Set and Convertible Trench Coat

The “Sunburst” sweater showcased Lafayette 148’s signature craftsmanship, featuring variegated ribbing that gently contours the body for a sleek, flattering fit. Designed with long sleeves and a modern funnel neckline, it’s the kind of elevated basic that anchors an effortlessly chic winter look.

To brighten the dreary December weather, Lily paired it with the coordinating Bicolor Mixed Rib sweater skirt—a midi silhouette finished with the same sculptural ribbing that adds movement and dimension. The elastic waist keeps it comfortable, while the tonal texture makes the set feel instantly pulled together.

For the finishing touch, she topped the monochromatic ensemble with Lafayette 148’s Convertible Trench Coat in khaki cotton twill. The clever design features a detachable lower panel, allowing it to transform from a full-length coat into a cropped jacket. This understated, modern twist adds versatility without sacrificing polish.

Like classic trench coat designs, it has notched lapels, a removable tie belt, side seam pockets, and a back vent that allows easy stride.

Lily James is warmly dressed as she pairs her rib-knit outfit with a khaki trench coat and a pair of Paris Texas croc-embossed knee-high boots (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Lily’s Polished Beauty Look and Luxe Accessories Complete the Monochrome Moment

Wearing her hair in a neat ponytail, Lily James showcased her multiple earrings and radiant beauty.

She wore soft pink makeup with mascara and eyeliner, and gorgeously thick eyebrows, highlighting her dark brown eyes. Outside the studio, she was seen sporting black cat-eye sunglasses by Australian eyewear label Oscar & Frank.

Tying her look together, the Cinderella star carried the $898 Nappa Leather Pochette from Lafayette 148. It was made in Italy from soft, Italian nappa leather in a minimalist camel color with a pure cashmere lining.

Carrying her day’s essentials, this supple clutch also came with a hinged frame and a detachable shoulder strap, making it a versatile day-to-evening purse.

Lily James keeps her look coordinated by carrying a camel-colored Lafayette 148 pochette and hiding her eyes behind a pair of Oscar & Frank sunglasses (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Lily James Adds Height and Attitude With Croc-Embossed Paris Texas Boots

Standing 5ft 7 (170.2 cm), which is taller than the average woman, Lily boosted her frame further by slipping into a pair of Paris Texas “Anja” knee-high boots.

These boots are crafted in Italy from luxurious croc-embossed leather. They have a knee-high style and sharply pointed toes set atop a sturdy 4-inch block heel.

During her interview on Today with Hoda and Jenna, Lily James said she was thankful she didn’t have to wear the ‘80s tight-fitting spandex like her male co-stars did for the movie.

“He [Zac Efron] is phenomenal in this movie. That haircut! You know it’s so funny, before I met any of the boys—all the brothers are amazing—I went in for a costume fitting and I just saw rails and rails of, like, spandex and tiny pants. I was like, ‘Thank goodness it’s not for me.’”

During her interview, Lily James said she was thankful she didn’t need to wear a spandex for the film (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Lily James Masters Sleek Monochrome Style in an All-Black Hermès Ensemble

Lily was spotted outside the NBC studios that same day, shortly before her guest appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show, where she discussed her new movie, The Iron Claw.

The Pride + Prejudice + Zombies actress switched up her look, trading in her all-white outfit for a sleek, all-black ensemble from luxury fashion house Hermès’ Fall 2023 collection.

Her Hermès winter coat boasted a deconstructed style, enveloping her body with plush cashmere rib-knit and luxe leather. It featured a thick rib-knit collar that could be worn as a scarf wrapped around the chest, but Lily James opted to drape it down the front. The opulent black leather coat also featured oversized ribbed sleeves and a center-front zipper.

Lily James visits The Kelly Clarkson Show in a sleek black Hermès coat, a black rib-knit turtleneck sweater, and black leather pants (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Lily Masters Monochrome Minimalism With Leather Pants and Iconic Manolo Blahnik Pumps

Creating a seamless monochromatic look, Lily tucked a matching ribbed black sweater into a pair of straight-leg leather pants secured with a silver-buckled belt.

Wearing the Manolo Blahnik “BB” pumps in black suede gave her an inch or two more height boost. This all-time classic celebrity-favorite shoe, available for $725 at Mytheresa, was first introduced by the Spanish fashion designer in 2008.

They are expertly crafted by hand in Italy by skilled artisans and feature pointed toes and about 4-inch slender stiletto heels.

Lily James pairs her all-black ensemble with black Manolo Blahnik BB pumps for a sleek, seamless look (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Lily Keeps It Sleek With Mansur Gavriel’s Modern Bucket Bag and Minimal Beauty

As she left the studio, Lily James seemed to be sporting the same gold hoop earrings. She also wore the same Oscar & Frank “Fujin” cat-eye sunnies and carried her necessities in the black “Movimento” bucket bag by Mansur Gavriel.

It’s a reimagined version of the label’s iconic bucket bag silhouette, complete with luxurious gold hardware and a tubular top handle that you can carry by hand or tucked into the crook of your elbow. It also has a drawstring top closure and an adjustable, removable crossbody strap for carrying options.

While the upscale shoe and bag company is headquartered in Los Angeles, its accessories, shoes, and bags are made by highly skilled Italian artisans.

Lily James’ brown hair was pulled into a sleek, center-parted ponytail with curled ends, while her face was minimally made-up with pink blush and lipstick.

Lily James accessorizes her monochromatic black outfit with Oscar & Frank sunnies and a black Mansur Gavriel bucket bag (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

What The Iron Claw Is About

The Iron Claw tells the true story of the Von Erich wrestling family, charting their rise to fame in the early 1980s and the personal hardships they faced behind the scenes.

The Iron Claw movie tells the true story of the Von Erich brothers, who became legendary in professional wrestling during the early 1980s (Credit: A24 / Lionsgate)

The film centers on the brothers’ close bond, their intense careers, and the pressures they face from their father, Fritz Von Erich. It’s this emotional backdrop that frames Lily James’ role as Pam Adkisson, Kevin Von Erich’s wife.

Lily James appears as Pam Adkisson, sharing an intimate moment with Kevin Von Erich in The Iron Claw, where she brings warmth and grounded emotion to the film’s family-driven story (Credit: A24 / Lionsgate)

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