Jennifer Aniston & Reese Witherspoon Wear Louboutin and Minimalist Sandals at The Morning Show Premiere

Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon famously shared the screen as the Green sisters on Friends, but their high-profile partnership evolved into a powerhouse production duo for the Apple TV+ flagship series, The Morning Show.

On October 28, 2019, the pair arrived at Lincoln Center in New York City to celebrate the global premiere of the newsroom drama, which reportedly cost $300 million to produce.

The series, inspired by Brian Stelter’s book Top of the Morning (available on Amazon), marked a significant shift in the streaming landscape and provided a high-glamour “black carpet” event that showcased a masterclass in modern evening wear.

Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon pose side by side at The Morning Show premiere at Lincoln Center on October 28, 2019, showcasing contrasting takes on black-carpet elegance—Aniston in a sleek floor-length column gown and Witherspoon in a strapless, gold-banded sequined midi finished with classic pointed-toe pumps (Credit: Derrick Salters / WENN)

While early critics offered mixed reviews of the debut season, the footwear choices from the evening’s guest list remained undisputed highlights for fashion enthusiasts. From classic Louboutin silhouettes to crystal-embellished Miu Miu pumps, here is a detailed look at the shoes that stole the spotlight in New York City.

Aside from the lead stars, plenty of other noteworthy celebrities, as well as some rising talents, were also in attendance, and they filled the black carpet with gorgeous looks.

1. Jennifer Aniston Masters Timeless Black-Tie Elegance in Minimalist Black Sandals

Jennifer Aniston, who is particularly fond of black dresses, never fails to impress with her simple yet chic outfit choices. Her recent look was no exception as she opted for a floor-length black sheath gown by James Galanos.

The elegant sleeveless dress featured a high neck with draping detail and a cinched-in waist that perfectly highlighted her amazing figure.

Jennifer Aniston arrives solo at The Morning Show Lincoln Center premiere in a sleek, sleeveless black column gown, letting clean lines and understated heels underscore her signature minimalist red-carpet aesthetic

She wore her shoulder-length blonde tresses down in loose waves, parted in the middle, while her face was beautifully made up with pink lipstick, blush, and mascara.

The American actress kept the look classy with a pair of gold leaf dangling earrings and black open-toe sandals.

A close-up highlights Jennifer Aniston’s softly waved blonde hair, natural glow makeup, and gold drop earrings—proof that restrained beauty pairs seamlessly with timeless black eveningwear

2. Reese Witherspoon Elevates a Sequined LBD With Christian Louboutin Pigalle Follies

Reese Witherspoon also opted for a black dress, but hers was sparkling with sequin embellishments and was cut just right below the knee.

The mid-length strapless number by Hedi Slimane for Celine featured a glittery gold band along the top and a flattering bodycon silhouette that accentuated her curves.

Reese Witherspoon poses at the premiere in a strapless black sequined midi dress with a gold-banded neckline, elevating the look with classic pointed-toe pumps that elongate her petite frame

“The world didn’t tell us that we were supposed to be leaders, we never thought those opportunities would come and now here we are,” Witherspoon explained of the show’s central theme in an interview with Good Morning America.

“I think a lot of women are stepping up or being asked to step up and I think it’s fantastic.”

“Jen and I talk about it, even seven years ago the idea of us being producers was thought of as cute — but this has been an amazing experience because we go into big rooms of lots of creative executives and they actually listen to what we have to say,” she added.

The American actress looked gorgeous with a slicked, blunt bob, dark smoky eye makeup, nude blush, and a pink lip shade, thanks to her hairstylist, Lona Vigi, and makeup artist, Kelsey Deenihan.

A beauty close-up captures Reese Witherspoon’s sleek blonde bob, smoky eye makeup, and delicate drop earrings, perfectly balancing the high-shine texture of her sequined dress with polished elegance

Reese’s look was masterminded by her stylist, Petra Flannery. She teamed the dazzling frock with statement earrings by Taffin Jewelry and chose the classic favorite Christian Louboutin ‘Pigalle Follies’ pointed toe pumps for her feet.

A close-up spotlights Reese Witherspoon’s classic black Christian Louboutin Pigalle Follies pumps, where the sharply pointed toes and subtle toe cleavage add a polished, leg-lengthening finish to her sequined The Morning Show premiere look

3. Naomi Watts Brightens the Black Carpet in Crystal-Strap Miu Miu Slingback Pumps

Unlike Jennifer and Reese, Naomi Watts decided to go for a brighter black carpet look, slipping into an ivory white midi dress from Miu Miu’s Resort 2020 collection.

The floral-themed outfit features pink and green floral embellishments, a feminine pilgrim-style lace collar, and long-sleeve blouson cuffs with buttons.

Naomi Watts arrives at The Morning Show premiere in a romantic ivory floral midi dress, pairing the vintage-inspired silhouette with delicate blush Mary Jane pumps that soften the look while subtly elevating her height

The actress simply styled her blonde bob with a side parting and wore soft makeup, which included mascara and a swipe of pink lipstick.

A close-up highlights Naomi Watts’ side-parted blonde bob, rosy lipstick, and blue gemstone drop earrings, complementing the lace-trimmed neckline of her feminine floral dress

To further her ladylike appearance, Naomi accessorized with statement earrings, several rings, a pink Edie Parker clutch, and pink Miu Miu pumps.

A shoe close-up reveals Naomi Watts’ blush pointed-toe Mary Jane pumps, finished with crystal-embellished straps and slim heels that add polish and sparkle without overpowering her ladylike ensemble

These slingback pumps feature crystal-embellished straps across the upper, pointed toes, elasticated slingback straps, and about 3.5-inch mid-high stiletto heels.

4. Mindy Kaling Sharpens Sculptural Glamour With Jimmy Choo Sereno Sandals

Actress/writer/producer Mindy Kaling, who starred as a guest in the Apple flagship drama, also showed up at the event. She looked lovely in a black, slashed one-shoulder dress with a flattering cinched waist that flares at the skirt.

The ‘Meteor’ dress is by the Melbourne-based Australian designer Maticevski, known for his elaborate, sculptural, feminine couture.

Mindy Kaling steps onto The Morning Show black carpet in a sculptural one-shoulder black dress, grounding the flared silhouette with elegant ankle-strap sandals that add just the right amount of sparkle and lift

Hairstylist Marc Mena elevated Mindy’s look with an elegant updo, while make-up artist Janice Kinjo glammed her up with dark eye makeup and Charlotte Tilbury’s‘ Pillowtalk’ lipstick.

To complete her look, stylist Jessica Mulroney chose Chopard jewelry, Jimmy Choo’s ‘Callie’ clutch, and Jimmy Choo’s ‘Sereno’ sandals for the actress’s accessories.

These Jimmy Choo black suede sandals feature diamante-detailed baroque buckles on the ankle straps that sit atop the structural 4-inch heels.

A shoe close-up highlights Mindy Kaling’s black ankle-strap sandals, finished with crystal-embellished buckles and slim heels that bring glamour and definition to her polished premiere look

5. Ashley Graham Balances Maternity Glam With Raye Havoc Ankle-Wrap Sandals

Also opting for a black number was the very pregnant TV presenter Ashley Graham, who was seen holding onto her baby bump while posing on the black carpet.

The plus-size model looked glamorous in a TSE dress that features a modest turtleneck and long sleeves.

Ashley Graham makes a sleek maternity statement at The Morning Show premiere in a long-sleeve black midi dress, finishing the streamlined silhouette with delicate strappy heels that add lift without sacrificing elegance

She wore complementary makeup in a nude palette and styled her brown locks up into a bun, showing her silver hoop earrings by Eva Fehren.

A beauty close-up spotlights Ashley Graham’s soft updo, warm bronze eye makeup, and sculptural silver hoop earrings, balancing the simplicity of her black dress with polished glamour

For her feet, Ashley slipped into a pair of Raye ‘Havoc’ Sandals. These are definitely not the safest sandals, especially for a first-time expecting mom like her, but she seemed comfortable in them.

They feature thin suede straps with a wraparound ankle tie closure and about 4-inch-wide heels.

A shoe close-up reveals Ashley Graham’s minimalist black strappy sandals, whose slim heels and barely-there design subtly elongate the legs and complement the clean lines of her maternity look

6. Bel Powley Channels Whimsical Romance in Simone Rocha With Platform Pumps

English actress Bel Powley will be playing production assistant Claire Conway in the upcoming web series. And at the screening event, she made sure to capture attention as she arrived in a frilly tulle gown from Simone Rocha’s Spring 2020 collection.

The whimsical vintage-looking frock is made of lace and features blue and white china prints, a Peter Pan collar, voluminous puff sleeves, and an uneven tiered ruffle detailing.

Bel Powley brings whimsical romance to The Morning Show premiere in a sheer, tiered tulle dress from Simone Rocha’s Spring 2020 collection, finishing the storybook silhouette with classic black ankle-strap pumps

The petite English actress, who measures 5ft 1 ½ (156.2 cm) and wears a shoe size 8.5 (US), looked pretty with soft makeup and slicked updo, which allowed her to showcase her dangling pearl earrings.

A close-up highlights Bel Powley’s slicked-back updo and statement drop earrings, perfectly complementing the intricate floral embroidery and illusion neckline of her Simone Rocha gown

Her look would have been better if the dress had been paired with dainty sandals instead of those Laurence Dacade black platform pumps, which seemed to weigh the entire look down.

A shoe close-up reveals Bel Powley’s black ankle-strap pumps by Laurence Dacade, whose rounded toes and slim heels add structure and height beneath the airy layers of her tulle skirt

7. Sarah Jones Goes Dramatic in Marc Jacobs and Brian Atwood Vicky Pumps

Sarah Jones looked regal in a black, see-through, strapless dress dotted with black rhinestone crystals from Marc Jacobs’ Fall 2019 collection.

Best known for playing Det. Rebecca Madsen, in the Fox TV series Alcatraz, styled the statement ankle-length number with voluminous ruffled sleeves and a floor-sweeping train.

Sarah Jones makes a dramatic entrance at The Morning Show premiere in a strapless, puff-sleeve gown from Marc Jacobs’ Fall 2019 collection, anchoring the sheer, dotted tulle silhouette with sleek black ankle-strap pumps

Her short, messy hair with off-center parting, bold red lipstick, and multiple earrings in one ear added a touch of sultriness to her look.

A beauty close-up spotlights Sarah Jones’ slicked-back pixie cut, bold berry lipstick, and minimal jewelry, letting the sculptural lines and texture of her Marc Jacobs gown take center stage

The 36-year-old actress rounded out her dark-themed look with a pair of Brian Atwood ‘Vicky’ pumps. These black satin pumps have thin halter ankle straps, pointed toes, and 3.5-inch slender stiletto heels.

A shoe close-up reveals Sarah Jones’ black satin Brian Atwood “Vicky” pumps, featuring pointed toes, slim ankle straps, and slender stiletto heels that add height and polish beneath the airy tulle hem

8. Shantel VanSanten Turns Up the Heat in Alessandra Rich and Sky-High Louboutin Pumps

Model and actress Shantel VanSanten, who measures 5ft 8 (172.7 cm) and wears a shoe size 11 (US), went the sexy route as she flashed a hint of flesh in a form-fitting bandeau cutout dress from Alessandra Rich’s Fall 2019 collection.

The sultry black velvet number had long sleeves and a center split that allowed her to show off her enviable legs.

Shantel VanSanten commands the The Morning Show black carpet in a sultry Alessandra Rich velvet gown, sharpening the cutout silhouette with classic black Christian Louboutin pointed-toe pumps

Adding some elegance to the look, she accessorized with Platt jewels, including a pair of diamond earrings and an eye-catching choker.

A beauty close-up highlights Shantel VanSanten’s sleek side-parted updo, smoky eye makeup, and crystal choker necklace, amplifying the Old Hollywood drama of her Alessandra Rich look

The American beauty teetered in a pair of Christian Louboutin pumps. They’re a classic in black suede with pointed toes and about 5-inch heels.

A shoe close-up reveals Shantel VanSanten’s black suede Christian Louboutin pumps, complete with signature red soles and sky-high stiletto heels that elongate her legs beneath the gown’s front slit

9. Krys Marshall Makes a Color Statement in Crystal-Embellished Schutz Sandals

Krys Marshall, who plays Danielle Poole in the AppleTV+ series “For All Mankind,” made sure her presence was felt, standing out in a Marc Jacobs Fall 2019 purple dress.

As if the color wasn’t striking enough, the frock was fashioned from tulle and lace materials with a tiered skirt and a high-neck ruffled lace collar.

Krys Marshall lights up The Morning Show premiere in a dreamy lavender tulle dress from Marc Jacobs’ Fall 2019 collection, finishing the playful silhouette with sparkling silver Schutz ‘Jolita’ ankle-strap sandals

The actress played up her striking look with matching purple eye-makeup and pink nails. She accessorized with Blue Nile diamond earrings, a David Alan cocktail ring, and metallic silver sandals.

A beauty close-up highlights Krys Marshall’s natural curls, lilac eye makeup, and radiant smile, perfectly echoing the soft pastel tones and romantic detailing of her Marc Jacobs gown

She selected the Schutz ‘Jolita’ sandals, which feature crystal embellishments on the front straps, halter ankle straps, and about 3.5-inch heels.

A shoe close-up spotlights Krys Marshall’s silver Schutz ‘Jolita’ sandals, featuring crystal-embellished front straps, delicate ankle bands, and slim heels that add shimmer and height beneath the airy tulle layers

10. Jodi Balfour Lets the Outfit Shine With Minimal Open-Toe Black Sandals

South African actress Jodi Balfour, who is best known for her role as Gladys Witham in the Canadian television drama series Bomb Girls, was also hard to ignore in an outfit from Christopher Kane’s Pre-Fall 2019 collection.

Jodi Balfour makes a striking appearance at The Morning Show premiere in a sheer black lace Christopher Kane bodysuit paired with a blush pink polka-dot midi skirt, grounding the playful proportions with minimalist black open-toe sandals

There’s obviously a lot going on in this outfit. The bodysuit top was too revealing, made of see-through lace and featuring a low-cut décolletage with pearl fringe trim.

The South African actress, who is 5ft 7 (170.2 cm) and wears a size 8.5 (US) shoe, paired the sexy top with a playful dotted-pink satin midi skirt from the same collection.

A beauty close-up highlights Jodi Balfour’s sleek center-parted bun, smoky eye makeup, and pearl-trimmed neckline, underscoring the delicate contrast between the lace bodice and soft pink skirt

Jodi kept the rest of her look modest, with her hair styled into a center-parted bun. It was also a wise decision to skip the jewelry and opt for a dainty pair of black sandals, letting her outfit take center stage.

A shoe close-up spotlights Jodi Balfour’s black open-toe sandals, featuring slim ankle straps and understated heels that keep the focus on her statement Christopher Kane ensemble while subtly elongating the leg line

Why Jennifer Aniston & Reese Witherspoon’s Shoe Style Still Sets the Red-Carpet Standard

From The Morning Show premiere to awards-season appearances, Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon continue to prove that modern red-carpet dressing is as much about footwear as it is about gowns.

Whether anchoring minimalist silhouettes with timeless black heels or injecting personality through bold color and sky-high pumps, their shoe choices consistently elevate every look—making them enduring reference points for polished, wearable glamour.