Zendaya Pairs Gold Christian Louboutin Pumps With Jitrois Leather and Archival Zuhair Murad

After favoring white footwear throughout The Odyssey London photocall, London premiere, and Paris premiere, Zendaya shifted to a warmer gold palette for the film’s New York press appearances on July 15, 2026.

Her footwear had already become an important part of the tour’s character-driven styling. White Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps brought a clean finish to her London looks, custom ivory Louis Vuitton heels complemented her lace gown in Paris, and Sophia Webster Clementine gladiator sandals gave her Athena-inspired Today show outfit a more literal mythological reference.

Zendaya opts for gilded looks in a Jitrois dress and a Zuhair Murad skirt suit with Christian Louboutin pumps while making the rounds on the press circuit for The Odyssey in New York City on July 15, 2026 (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

For her visit to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Zendaya presented two different takes on gold. She arrived in sculpted Jitrois leather with lizard-embossed Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps, then changed into an archival Zuhair Murad skirt suit with mirrored metallic Miss Z heels. Although both pairs followed the same pointed-toe, high-stiletto formula, their contrasting textures gave each monochromatic outfit a distinct finish.

Here’s a closer look at the two Christian Louboutin styles and how each one worked with its accompanying outfit.

Zendaya Pairs Gold Lizard Louboutin So Kate Pumps With Sculpted Jitrois Leather

Heading to the NBC studios, Zendaya returned to her go-to Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pumps, exchanging the white versions seen earlier on the tour for a metallic gold pair with a lizard-embossed finish.

I thought it was a smart switch because the textured lizard leather echoed the finish of her dress, making the entire look flow seamlessly from head to toe. The pumps featured So Kate’s signature pointed toes and narrow toe box, creating a longer, leaner leg line, while the curved topline exposed more of the foot, adding to the sleek silhouette. Their towering 4.7-inch stiletto heels added height and completed the elegant silhouette.

Zendaya heads to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon studios in Christian Louboutin “So Kate” in lizard-embossed leather (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Zendaya highlighted her slim frame in the champagne gold “Maasai” top and maxi skirt by French luxury label Jitrois, known for its innovative use of ribbed and stretch leather, which was evident in this look.

The halter top featured the brand’s signature ribbed bodice, crafted from hand-cut stretch lambskin leather strips arranged in horizontal bands, creating an armor-like effect across her torso. It was a fitting choice for promoting The Odyssey, in which Zendaya plays Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom, strategic warfare, and handicrafts.

The look softened below the waist, transitioning into a floor-length stretch leather skirt with a sculpted silhouette and a thigh-high slit that added movement while showing off her long, slim legs.

Zendaya completed her monochromatic look with $21,500 Tiffany & Co. HardWear link earrings featuring round brilliant-cut diamonds, a $40,900 Rolex 1908 gold watch, and her Jessica McCormack gold band and East-West cushion diamond ring.

Her long, voluminous curls cascaded down her back, while soft bronze makeup and a glossy nude lip complemented the warm golden palette.

Zendaya pairs her gold Louboutin pumps with a champagne gold floor-length stretch leather skirt by Jitrois and the brand’s “Maasai” top featuring a ribbed bodice crafted from hand-cut stretch lambskin leather strips (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Zendaya Wears Mirror Gold Louboutin Miss Z Pumps With Archival Zuhair Murad Couture

For her appearance inside the studio, Zendaya changed into an archival Zuhair Murad skirt suit from the Spring 2013 Couture collection, replacing the smooth, armor-like lines of her Jitrois outfit with ornate brocade embroidery and structured tailoring.

She also changed her footwear, swapping the textured So Kate pumps for what appeared to be Christian Louboutin “Miss Z” pumps in mirrored metallic gold leather. Their glassy finish reflected the shimmer of the embroidered suit, creating a sharper contrast than the closely matched leather textures of her first outfit.

Zendaya appeared to be wearing the Christian Louboutin “Miss Z” pumps, with pointed toes and low-cut vamps that created a sharp, elongated silhouette. They also featured a curved topline, adding a subtle touch of allure.

Set on razor-thin 4.7-inch stiletto heels, the pumps gave her extra height and lengthened her legs, complementing the mini silhouette.

Zendaya steps out in mirrored metallic gold Christian Louboutin “Miss Z” pumps, their razor-sharp pointed toes, gleaming finish, and signature red soles bringing a polished, reflective edge to her all-gold ensemble (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Zendaya paired the striking pumps with an equally eye-catching vintage skirt suit covered in ornate gold lace brocade embroidery that formed intricate geometric and floral patterns throughout.

The structured jacket featured a plunging neckline that dipped near her navel, raised padded shoulders, long fitted sleeves, and a dramatic multilayered peplum hem that added volume around the hips. A statement-embellished belt cinched her waist, resembling an ornate piece of royal regalia.

Beneath it, she wore a matching thigh-grazing mini skirt in the same richly embroidered fabric, finished with a daring thigh-high slit.

Zendaya’s voluminous curls softened the bold tailoring, while her $21,500 Tiffany & Co. HardWear link earrings and Jessica McCormack rings completed the glamorous look.

Zendaya teams her shiny gold pumps with a vintage Zuhair Murad Spring 2013 Couture skirt suit featuring ornate gold lace brocade, a peplum-style hem, a belted waist, and a fitted mini skirt (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Zendaya’s Gold Christian Louboutin Pumps Continue a Standout Press Tour

From crisp white pumps in London and Paris to these two gleaming gold styles in New York, Zendaya has used footwear to reinforce the distinct mood of every The Odyssey appearance. Explore more of her standout Christian Louboutin moments, metallic heels, and signature pump styles below.