Kendall Jenner Revives ’90s Glamour in Archival Armani & Nude Aquazzura Sandals at Venice Film Festival

Kendall Jenner leaned into ’90s minimalism with a touch of gilded Hollywood glamour at the Venice International Film Festival premiere of Wild Horse Nine.

She looked stunning in an archival gold Giorgio Armani dress paired with beige Aquazzura heels, and I loved how the warm neutral palette and sleek silhouette gave the whole look a classic, elegant feel!

Kendall Jenner attends the Wild Horse Nine premiere at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival wearing a gilded Giorgio Armani look with Aquazzura heels on September 3, 2026 (Credit: IPA / INSTARimages)

Barely-There Elegance: Kendall Jenner’s Aquazzura So Nude Sandals

Jenner slipped into Aquazzura’s “So Nude” sandals, which complemented the gold tones of her dress beautifully. Aquazzura is familiar territory for Jenner, who has previously worn the brand’s strappy Sexy Thing sandals. Here, the minimalist design was a smart choice against the more intricate gown, letting the dress remain the main focus while adding a polished finish.

Made in Italy from supple beige nappa leather, the sandals featured a slim strap across the toes and a matching slingback strap around the heel. The open toes and barely-there straps kept the shoes looking delicate and lightweight, recalling the Stuart Weitzman Nudist sandals Jenner has repeatedly worn on the red carpet. The 4-inch stiletto heels added even more height to Jenner’s 5’9¼” (175.9 cm) frame.

Kendall Jenner showcases her toes in a pair of Aquazzura “So Nude” sandals featuring a strap across the toes and a slingback strap (Credit: IPA / INSTARimages)

I especially liked how seamlessly the beige sandals blended with her skin tone, creating an even longer line through her legs. Jenner has also achieved this styling effect with other barely-there footwear, including Aquazzura’s metallic Linda sandals. The So Nude pair features Aquazzura’s signature Pineapple motif on the sole.

Aquazzura’s So Nude sandals remain available in several colors, materials, and heel heights at Mytheresa, including leather, suede, satin, and metallic versions.

A visual comparison of Aquazzura So Nude sandals highlighting different colors, finishes, and heel silhouettes, including white, gold metallic, black, nude block-heel, and shimmering metallic versions

Gilded ’90s Glamour: Kendall Jenner’s Archival Giorgio Armani Gown

Jenner channeled ’90s minimalist glamour in a vintage Giorgio Armani dress from the Fall/Winter 1995 collection. The slip-style gown featured intricate sequin embroidery in delicate floral patterns, adding texture and sparkle to the otherwise simple silhouette. Tiny crystals trimmed the neckline and thin shoulder straps, keeping the top half looking simple and delicate.

I loved how the dress fit Jenner’s slim model frame, as if it were made for her. The tank-style bodice featured a scoop neckline and low back, while the fitted shape hugged her waist and hips before falling into a sleek column skirt that ended around her ankles, creating a long, statuesque silhouette that worked beautifully on her frame.

Kendall Jenner pairs her beige leather slingback sandals with an archival Giorgio Armani Fall/Winter 1995 dress featuring intricate floral gold sequins, a crystal-trimmed neckline, and a flattering column silhouette (Credit: IPA / INSTARimages)

The Finishing Touches: Diamond Earrings, Polished Waves Soft Pink Glam

Jenner skipped a necklace, keeping the crystal-trimmed neckline as the focus. Instead, she added simple diamond drop earrings for just enough sparkle.

She kept her beauty look equally understated, wearing her long brunette hair in loose, polished waves with a curved part and curled ends cascading over one shoulder. Soft pink makeup, lightly defined eyes, rosy cheeks, and a pink lip completed her elegant ’90s-inspired look.

Kendall Jenner complements her archival gold Giorgio Armani gown with polished waves, a curved side part, diamond drop earrings, and soft pink makeup (Credit: IPA / INSTARimages)

Kendall Jenner’s barely-there Aquazzura sandals were just one approach to red-carpet footwear at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival. Elsewhere in Venice, Kate and Rooney Mara contrasted towering heels with sleek Aquazzura minimalism, while Claire Foy, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Laura Dern, and Amal Clooney showcased everything from Christian Louboutin platforms to Prada slingbacks and Tom Ford pumps.

Why Aquazzura So Nude Sandals Are a Red-Carpet Favorite

The appeal of Aquazzura’s So Nude sandals is easy to see: their slim toe strap, open sides, and delicate slingback create a barely-there effect that adds height without competing with the clothes above them. Nude versions can visually extend the line of the leg, while metallic and transparent finishes bring subtle shine without overwhelming an embellished or sculptural gown. It is a formula celebrities have returned to repeatedly, from film premieres and awards shows to the Met Gala.