Renée Zellweger’s Custom Burgundy Stuart Weitzman Nudist Sandals at the Judy Premiere

Renée Zellweger attended the premiere of Judy at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills, California, on September 19, 2019, wearing a custom red-carpet look that balanced classic Hollywood elegance with understated modern styling.

Renée Zellweger poses with Sam Smith at the Judy premiere in Beverly Hills on September 19, 2019, wearing a custom Oscar de la Renta floral jacquard mini dress with matching burgundy Stuart Weitzman Nudist sandals

Her floral Oscar de la Renta mini dress was paired with custom-dyed Stuart Weitzman Nudist sandals, creating a carefully coordinated look that remains one of her most memorable premiere appearances.

Joining her on the carpet was singer Sam Smith, who recorded a duet of “Get Happy” with Zellweger for the film’s soundtrack. While promoting the Judy Garland biopic, Zellweger reflected on how dramatically Hollywood and popular culture had evolved since Garland’s era.

Renée Zellweger joins co-stars Jessie Buckley and Rufus Sewell on the Judy red carpet, where her custom-dyed Stuart Weitzman heels perfectly echo the rich burgundy tones of her Oscar de la Renta dress (Credit: WENN / Avalon)

“It was a different time back then. When Judy was entering into the movie business, that was the zenith of culture, not just pop culture,” she explained.

“As Americans, we all shared the same cultural experiences, we buy the same records, the same songs on the radio, and the movies played for months in the movie theaters. So we were all watching the same things, and shaping the conversations.”

For the premiere, Zellweger chose a strapless floral jacquard mini dress from the Oscar de la Renta Resort 2020 collection.

The fitted silhouette featured rich shades of burgundy and red, while a softly draped side panel extended into a short train that added movement without overwhelming the clean lines of the dress.

A softly pinned updo, natural makeup, and an intricately woven Oscar de la Renta neckline highlight Renée Zellweger’s understated approach to premiere dressing

Petra Flannery completed the look with a single David Webb statement ring and custom-dyed Stuart Weitzman Nudist sandals.

Rather than choosing a standard colorway, the classic minimalist heels were dyed in burgundy satin to precisely match the tones of the Oscar de la Renta dress, giving the monochromatic styling a seamless finish.

A close-up reveals the bespoke burgundy satin Stuart Weitzman Nudist sandals, custom-dyed to seamlessly coordinate with the floral Oscar de la Renta ensemble

Stylist Petra Flannery kept the focus on the coordinated dress-and-shoe pairing, while Richard Marin styled Zellweger’s hair in a softly pinned updo and Kindra Mann opted for understated makeup that complemented the warm autumnal palette without competing with it.

The dramatic draped side train transforms Renée Zellweger’s strapless Oscar de la Renta mini dress into an elegant red-carpet statement while her minimalist Stuart Weitzman sandals keep the focus on the silhouette

Why Renée Zellweger’s Custom Stuart Weitzman Nudist Sandals Still Stand Out

The shoes were as considered as the dress. Zellweger wore Stuart Weitzman’s signature Nudist sandals, one of the brand’s defining evening styles, recognizable for their slim toe strap, delicate ankle strap, and approximately 4.5-inch stiletto heel. Rather than selecting a standard finish, her pair was custom-dyed in burgundy satin to match the Oscar de la Renta dress—a bespoke detail created exclusively for this premiere appearance.

Although the exact burgundy satin version was never released commercially, the Stuart Weitzman Nudist remains one of the brand’s longest-running signature sandals and continues to be produced in a rotating selection of classic finishes, including nude leather, black suede, metallics, and seasonal colors. The enduring silhouette explains why it has remained a favorite for actresses, models, and stylists long after this red-carpet appearance.

More of Renée Zellweger’s Signature Heels and Stuart Weitzman Nudist Moments

Zellweger’s custom burgundy sandals were part of a broader red-carpet pattern: she often relies on clean, leg-lengthening heels that support the outfit rather than overpower it. These related features revisit her most memorable designer shoes and show how the Stuart Weitzman Nudist became such an enduring celebrity staple.