For the June 2016 premiere of Finding Dory at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, Sarah Hyland arrived in a bright, summery ensemble that mirrored the animated film’s aquatic palette.
Sarah Hyland wears her hair back in a ponytail at the premiere of “Finding Dory” held on June 8, 2016, at the El Capitan Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / FayesVision / Apega / WENN)
Though the Modern Family actress wasn’t part of the voice cast, she attended the event to support her colleagues Ed O’Neill and Ty Burrell, posing against a “blue carpet” backdrop complete with sandcastles and bubbles.

Hyland’s look centered on a bold, striped “Nikola” midi skirt by Alice + Olivia, paired with a minimalist red crop top. To balance the skirt’s vibrant patterns, the petite actress chose neutral footwear that elongated her frame.

She wore a pair of nude patent leather “Cassie” sandals by Giuseppe Zanotti.
These stilettos are defined by a substantial 120mm heel and a wide ankle strap featuring an oversized buckle, a design choice that adds a modern, architectural edge to a classic platform-less sandal.

The petite American actress kept her accessories to a minimum, sporting only a few rings and a giant smile.

The Lipstick Jungle actress swept her brunette hair back into a ponytail and kept her makeup clean and simple.

Giuseppe Zanotti “Cassie” Sandals: The Power of a Single Strap
As this look shows, the right sandal doesn’t just complement an outfit—it defines its structure. Giuseppe Zanotti’s “Cassie” design, with its wide ankle strap and razor-sharp stiletto pitch, works like visual architecture: grounding bold silhouettes while lengthening the leg line with precision.
It’s a style that has quietly anchored some of the most striking red-carpet and event looks—always minimal, always commanding.
👠 Explore Giuseppe Zanotti “Cassie” Sandal Moments:
- 🖤 Nicole Scherzinger’s black latex dress look is sharpened by patent “Cassie” sandals with wide buckled ankle straps and towering five-inch heels that amplify the silhouette’s edge.
- ✨ Her Julien Macdonald jumpsuit moment pairs dramatic fringe and cutouts with sleek black “Cassie” sandals, using their structured ankle strap to balance movement and texture.
- 📏 Kate Bosworth’s monochrome Hugo Boss look relies on “Cassie” sandals to add edge—wide adjustable straps and stiletto heels transforming minimalism into something sharper and more architectural.

