In late September 2020, Lucy Hale stepped out in Los Angeles with a fresh ginger-red hair color that instantly changed the feel of her signature off-duty style.
Across two casual outings just days apart, the actress paired her updated look with versatile everyday pieces—from relaxed trousers and Golden Goose sneakers to Levi’s denim and Anine Bing slide sandals—showing how a simple footwear change can give two understated outfits completely different personalities.
Lucy Hale Debuts Ginger-Red Hair With Golden Goose Sneakers and Relaxed Khakis
On September 28, 2020, Lucy Hale debuted a fresh ginger-red hair color while walking her dog, Elvis, in Los Angeles. The dramatic color change naturally drew attention, but her outfit was equally worth a closer look, pairing relaxed khaki trousers with worn-in Golden Goose sneakers for an easy everyday combination.
The outing marked the second of two casual street-style appearances that week. Viewed together, they show how Hale relied on the same understated accessories while swapping footwear—from distressed sneakers to studded slide sandals—to give otherwise simple outfits a noticeably different feel.
Lucy Hale debuts a rich ginger-red hair color by celebrity hairstylist Kristin Ess while walking her dog, Elvis, in Los Angeles on September 28, 2020, pairing relaxed khaki trousers with distressed Golden Goose sneakers (Credit: Instar / WENN)
Although Lucy Hale is best known for her dark bob, she has experimented with everything from honey blonde and platinum to soft pink and rose gold. The ginger shade added another chapter to that evolution while complementing the relaxed, neutral palette of this outfit.
Celebrity hairstylist and colorist Kristin Ess created the new shade, introducing a warmer look that contrasted nicely with Hale’s minimalist off-duty wardrobe.
“I’ve always had the feistiness of a redhead, so this is fitting,” Lucy commented on Kristin’s Instagram video featuring her new look.
Kristin, the founder of her eponymous haircare line, said that Lucy “has had every hair color under the sun except red.”
She added: “My lil colorist heart is full and now we officially know this chick looks good with any hair color. Thank you for trusting me to do this (and thank you for COVID testing with me beforehand).”
Rather than letting the hair color do all the talking, Hale kept the rest of the outfit understated with a white tank top and relaxed khaki trousers, allowing her well-worn Golden Goose sneakers to reinforce the casual aesthetic.
Lucy Hale wears a white tank top with khaki pants as she walks Elvis in Los Angeles
She finished the outfit with layered Jacquie Aiche jewelry, round sunglasses, an EvolveTogether face mask, and a structured Fendi Peekaboo ISeeU tote, keeping the accessories polished without overpowering the casual clothing.
Lucy Hale hides her eyes behind a pair of round-framed sunglasses and stays safe with a black face mask
A medium Fendi Peekaboo ISeeU tote elevated the otherwise relaxed outfit, while distressed Golden Goose sneakers balanced the tailored khakis with the brand’s signature lived-in look.
Lucy’s exact Golden Goose sneakers are no longer available from the brand. As of July 2026, similar distressed Super-Star styles remain active on the resale market on StockX, including colorways such as White Ice Powder Blue, Desert Sage Green, Cream Grey Olive Green Dark Blue, Dark Blue Beige White, and White Double Silver Glitter, as well as premium Deluxe editions. Availability and pricing fluctuate as pairs are bought and sold.
Lucy Hale completes her off-duty outfit with distressed white Golden Goose low-top sneakers featuring contrasting teal and black heel tabs
Lucy Hale Styles Levi’s Wedgie Jeans With Anine Bing Ira Studded Slide Sandals
Two days earlier, Hale had been photographed running errands in Los Angeles with her signature brunette hair.
Comparing the two outings highlights more than a hair transformation—it also shows how changing from sneakers to flat slide sandals subtly shifted the mood of her everyday style.
Lucy Hale runs errands in Los Angeles wearing a tied white shirt, Levi’s Wedgie Icon Fit jeans, and Anine Bing “Ira” studded slide sandals on September 26, 2020
For the earlier outing, Hale chose another wardrobe staple: a crisp white button-down shirt tucked into Levi’s Wedgie Icon Fit jeans. The clean, classic combination provided the perfect backdrop for her footwear.
Lucy Hale opts for a summery, chic white shirt with denim jeans
She repeated many of the same accessories—including her Jacquie Aiche jewelry and Fendi Peekaboo bag—but switched to DB by David Beckham sunglasses, creating continuity between both off-duty outfits.
Lucy Hale keeps it low-key with DB by David Beckham sunglasses
Instead of sneakers, Hale finished the outfit with Anine Bing’s “Ira” slide sandals.
Their crossover leather straps and gold stud detailing gave the casual denim look a slightly more polished, warm-weather finish while remaining easy enough for everyday wear.
Lucy Hale finishes her casual denim look with black Anine Bing “Ira” slide sandals featuring wide crossover straps and polished gold studs
Founded in Los Angeles in 2012, Anine Bing has become known for combining Scandinavian minimalism with relaxed California style. The brand’s “Ira” slide sandals reflect that philosophy with clean crossover leather straps and polished gold studs, offering an effortless alternative to sneakers for everyday wear.
While this exact sandal has since been discontinued, Anine Bing’s footwear continues to appear on celebrities, from Jessica Alba’s studded ankle boots to Malin Akerman’s “Charlie” studded boots and Emma Roberts’ Western-inspired Anine Bing boots, underscoring the label’s enduring appeal for understated footwear with a modern edge.
The easiest flat sandals to slip on and off, accented with edgy circle stud embellishments in yellow gold
More Celebrity Ways to Style Distressed Sneakers and Flat Sandals
Lucy Hale’s two off-duty looks show how footwear can completely change the mood of an everyday outfit, whether it’s a pair of well-worn Golden Goose sneakers grounding relaxed separates or studded slide sandals adding polish to classic denim. If you enjoy effortless celebrity street style centered on versatile shoes, these looks offer even more inspiration.
👠 Explore More Distressed Sneakers and Studded Flat Sandals:
- 👟 Ana de Armas paired distressed Golden Goose Super-Star sneakers with double denim, using the deliberately worn-in trainers to soften a coordinated J Brand outfit during a casual Los Angeles outing.
- ⭐ Hilary Duff highlighted her Golden Goose Super-Star sneakers with cuffed distressed jeans, letting the metallic trim, star appliqués, and scuffed finish become the focal point of her relaxed weekend look.
- ✈️ Selena Gomez made Golden Goose Superstar sneakers part of her airport uniform, grounding a long white shirt, black jeans, and a cashmere cape with the label’s unmistakably distressed low-top silhouette.
- 🖤 Kaley Cuoco toughened up ripped Rag Bone jeans with black Balenciaga studded flat sandals, echoing the edgy hardware and everyday ease of Lucy Hale’s Anine Bing “Ira” slides.
- ✨ Gal Gadot wore black studded flat sandals with a denim mini and army-green overshirt, showing how metallic embellishments can give an uncomplicated daytime outfit a sharper finish without sacrificing comfort.
- 👜 Fergie coordinated embellished Chanel slide sandals with a military-green airport outfit, taking the slip-on sandal formula in a more decorative direction with interlaced leather, gold chains, and dangling CC hardware.