Regina King and Naomie Harris Radiate Strength and Style at the Filming Italy Sardegna Festival

In June 2022, Oscar-winning actress Regina King made a graceful return to the spotlight as she accepted the Women Power Award at the Filming Italy Sardegna Festival in Santa Margherita di Pula, Italy.

The appearance marked a poignant moment for King, coming months after the passing of her only son, Ian Alexander Jr., and underscored her resilience and quiet strength.

She exuded confidence and serenity in a crisp white two-piece ensemble — a sleeveless knotted crop top paired with a flowing maxi skirt featuring a dramatic thigh-high slit and a sleek mini layer beneath.

Sharing the red-carpet spotlight was fellow actress Naomie Harris, who accepted the Filming Italy Achievement Award in an ethereal Alberta Ferretti gown, creating a memorable pairing of two women celebrated for their talent, elegance, and enduring grace.

💎 Timeless Refinement: Diamond Details, Nude Sandals & Regal Braids

Regina King flaunts her toned abs and legs in a two-piece white outfit paired with nude heels at the Filming Italy 2022 red carpet on June 10, 2022, in Santa Margherita di Pula, Italy (Credit: IPA / INSTARimages)

The If Beale Street Could Talk actress accessorized with diamond hoop earrings, a bracelet, and several rings. She carried a Louis Vuitton monogram round purse and slipped her feet into a pair of nude sandals with strappy silver ankle straps.

Beauty-wise, King styled her orange and black braids in a high ponytail and wore neutral makeup with winged eyeliner and a swipe of lip gloss.

Regina King exudes effortless elegance with her long, orange-tinted braids styled in a sleek high ponytail, perfectly complementing her crisp white ensemble (Credit: IPA / INSTARimages)

👠 The Timeless Appeal of Nude Heels

Whether on red carpets or city sidewalks, nude heels remain a fashion essential — loved for their leg-lengthening illusion, easy versatility, and ability to complement any look without overpowering it. Below are curated Your Next Shoes features that explore why women continue to embrace this neutral-toned footwear trend.

Mother-and-Son Moments: Regina King’s Joyful Red-Carpet Memories With Ian Alexander Jr.

Long before her emotional Filming Italy return, Regina King shared a joyful red-carpet moment with her son, Ian Alexander Jr., at the 2005 Teen Choice Awards. That year, she was nominated for Choice Movie: Blush Scene and Choice Movie: Dance Scene for her comedic turn as a Vegas showgirl alongside Sandra Bullock in Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous.

Though the award ultimately went to Jon Heder’s memorable routine in Napoleon Dynamite, King’s appearance with Ian captured a lighter chapter in her life — full of laughter, maternal pride, and effortlessly chic early-2000s style.

Actress Regina King, wearing a denim blazer layered over a champagne satin top with pinstriped trousers and metallic strappy sandals, arrives with her son Ian Alexander Jr. at the 2005 Teen Choice Awards at the Gibson Amphitheatre in Universal City, California (Credit: Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock)

Another memorable appearance came at the 45th NAACP Image Awards in 2014, where the duo radiated warmth and confidence on the red carpet.

Regina King, wearing a daring black Michael Costello gown with a sculpted train, attends the 45th NAACP Image Awards in Pasadena, California, on February 22, 2014, accompanied by her son Ian Alexander Jr. (Credit: Mega / WENN)

🌅 Mediterranean Glamour: Naomie Harris Wins Hearts and Honors in Italy

At one point, Regina King posed alongside Naomie Harris, who traveled to Santa Margherita di Pula, Italy, for the 5th Edition of the Filming Italy Sardegna Festival.

Standing at 5 ft 3 in (160 cm) and wearing nude stiletto sandals (approx. 4-inch heel, US size 9), King appeared nearly eye-level with Harris, who is 5 ft 7 in (170 cm) and wears US size 8 shoes.

The optical balance between them was enhanced by King’s sleek high ponytail braids and towering heels, subtly elongating her frame while complementing Harris’s flowing Alberta Ferretti gown.

Regina King exudes effortless elegance in a sleeveless white two-piece ensemble with a thigh-high-slit skirt, nude sandals with silver ankle straps, and a Louis Vuitton monogram purse, posing alongside Naomie Harris in a flowing, multicolored Alberta Ferretti gown (Credit: IPA / INSTARimages)

And before heading back home to the UK, the Pirates of the Caribbean actress was awarded the Filming Italy Achievement Award.

Showing off her newly acquired trophy, the 45-year-old actress posed for photos in a Mediterranean summer outfit from Italian designer Alberta Ferretti’s Spring 2022 collection.

Naomie Harris wins the Filming Italy Achievement Award during Filming Italy 2022 on June 10, 2022, in Santa Margherita di Pula, Italy (Credit: IPA / INSTARimages)

🌿 Ethereal in Alberta Ferretti: Dreamlike Drapes & Jeweled Details

The Moonlight actress was dressed to impress in a draped tulle silk gown made of organic chiffon. It features a light and airy silhouette with jeweled inserts that frame the halter neckline.

Done in a color-blocked design, the silky number also features braiding, a keyhole detail, a bow that’s tied on the back, and a floor-length hem.

Naomie Harris wows in a Mediterranean-style Alberta Ferretti Spring 2022 maxi dress with a keyhole front (Credit: IPA / INSTARimages)

✨ Sunlit Radiance: Naomie Harris’ Golden Jewelry & Braided Grace

For her beauty look, Peter Legler’s longtime partner wore her long, braided locks down, framing her naturally made-up face. She was glowing, with a hint of makeup, including a swipe of neutral lipstick.

Adding some bling to the look, the Marvel villain stacked several gold bangles on her wrist and added a single statement ring.

Naomie Harris wears her braided locks down and glams up with shimmering neutral makeup (Credit: IPA / INSTARimages)

👠 Star Style Showcase: Harris & King’s Footwear & Fashion Legacy

As two women who consistently merge artistry with elegance, Naomie Harris and Regina King embody the power of styling and footwear to tell a story.

From understated nude sandals to statement heels, both actresses have mastered the balance between timeless sophistication and red-carpet boldness — making them enduring fixtures in Your Next Shoes’ archive of fashion excellence.