Lupita Nyong’o’s Best Betsey Johnson Footwear and Apparel Moments for ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ Press Tour


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Beyond being an accomplished actor, Lupita Nyong’o is a lover of footwear. Specifically Betsey Johnson.

It’s easy to see why the thespian gravitates toward the coveted brand, given her style aligns so well with the brand’s whimsical aesthetic. Nyong’o has been spotted on countless occasions in the brand’s colorful shoes, apparel and accessories, making a statement wherever she goes.

Whether she’s gracing red carpets or taking the stage, the “Black Panther” star’s Betsey Johnson picks never disappoint. In honor of Nyong’o’s love for the brand, here are some of her best Betsey Johnson moments while embarking on her press tour for the upcoming film “A Quiet Place: Day One.”

CinemaCon 2024 April 10, 2024

Lupita Nyong'o, heels, Betsey Johnson, sneakers, floral, rhinestone, accessories, New York, "A Quiet Place: Day One"
Lupita Nyong’o speaks onstage during the Universal Pictures and Focus Features Presentation during CinemaCon 2024 at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace on April 10, 2024, in Las Vegas.

While at CinemaCon 2024, Nyong’o flattered her feet in a pair of Carlos sandals. Retailing for $88, the blossoming footwear featured fuschia rosettes on the toes, green velvet leaf appliques, adjustable bedazzled buckle closures, 3.5-inch heels and a leopard-printed base. The style complemented the spring-centric hues of her dress while acting as a contrasting piece with the leopard-printed uppers.

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Betsey Johnson Carlos sandal heels.

New York June 19, 2024

Lupita Nyong'o, heels, Betsey Johnson, sneakers, floral, rhinestone, accessories, New York, "A Quiet Place: Day One"
Lupita Nyong’o is seen walking in midtown on June 19, 2024, in New York.

While taking a stroll in New York, the “Us” actress donned Betsey Johnson’s Hollywood mini dress in a leopard-printed style. The slip-style was accompanied by matching leopard-printed pumps from Giuseppe Zanotti featuring sharp triangular toes and sturdy crystalized stiletto heels that stood at around 2 to 3 inches in height.

New York June 24, 2024

Lupita Nyong'o, heels, Betsey Johnson, sneakers, floral, rhinestone, accessories, New York, "A Quiet Place: Day One"
Lupita Nyong’o is seen on June 24, 2024, in New York.

While in New York on the same day, Nyong’o changed into the brand’s Presely sneakers. Retailing for $79, the style features platform soles, white lace-up closures, coordinating stark white uppers, crystalized gold eyelets and bright red rhinestoned heart appliques on the heels, offering the footwear a playful touch.

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Betsey Johnson Presely sneakers.

New York June 25, 2024

Lupita Nyong'o, heels, Betsey Johnson, sneakers, floral, rhinestone, accessories, New York, "A Quiet Place: Day One"
Lupita Nyong’o is seen on June 25, 2024, in New York.

The day after, Nyong’o still owned the streets of New York in bright red suede pumps. The footwear style is similar to ones she’s worn from H&M. In a monochrome moment, the “12 Years a Slave” star wore a mini tunic dress from Akris and toted a heart-shaped rotary phone-inspired bag from Betsey Johnson.

In an effort to revive the punk movement, Betsey Johnson was founded in 1978, born in the heart of New York. The brand was conceived with help from ex-model Chantal Bacon and the brand’s namesake American fashion designer Betsey Johnson. Today, the company features a slew of stylish footwear, apparel and accessories that embody the spirit of grunge meets girly. Each style echos founder Johnson’s love of pattern mixing, eye-catching hues and sparkle, creating innovative footwear that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

Nyong’o is known to take a daring and bold approach to fashion. From Oscar de la Renta gowns to Valentino minidresses, the entertainer has quickly become a force in fashion. Beyond her love for all things Betsey Johnson, Nyong’o tends to gravitate toward pointy printed pumps, height-defying platforms and bright strappy sandals.

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