Zoe Saldana Talks ‘Emilia Perez’ on ‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ Wearing Corp-Core and Saint Laurent Slingback Pumps
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Zoe Saldana had a corporate core moment outside “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” studio on Nov. 13 at the Ed Sullivan Theater in New York City.
The actress has been actively promoting her latest film, “Emilia Perez,” which premiered on Nov. 1 and is now available to stream on Netflix. The Spanish-language film features Saldana in the role of Rita, while Selena Gomez portrays the character Jessi Del Monte. Set in Mexico, the story revolves around a lawyer who receives an unexpected offer to assist a notorious cartel boss in retiring from his criminal activities and vanishing by transforming into the woman he has always longed to be.
The film garnered recognition at the 77th Cannes Film Festival in May, winning the Jury Prize, while the female cast led by Saldana collectively received the Best Actress award. The film is already gaining massive Oscars buzz ahead of award’s season.
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For the interview, Saldana dressed in a dark gray pantsuit, striped shirt, and matching back tie. The blazer offered an oversized fit while the pants perfectly billowed over her feet. The contrasting stripes on the tie and shirt gave the right amount of congruence. In the realm of fashion, the corp-core trend is making a comeback, albeit with a modern twist. During the 1980s, as women began to enter the workforce in large numbers, a distinct “Working Girl” aesthetic emerged on the runways. This trend, which embodied power dressing, is now enjoying a resurgence seen recently on stars like Kelly Rowland at a Kamala Harris rally in Houston, Texas last month.
When it came to footwear, she added some flair with the Saint Laurent Jeanne Leather Metallic-Toe Slingback Pumps. The smooth leather pumps showcase a 4.33-inch stiletto heel and a refined square toe adorned with a logo-engraved metallic cap. These pumps, crafted entirely in Italy, boast a luxurious smooth leather construction and a comfortable stretch slingback strap. The leather outsole ensures durability and stability, making these pumps a sophisticated and timeless addition to any wardrobe.
Eiza Gonzalez wore a similar pair in all black at a basketball game between the Los Angeles Clippers and Philadelphia 76ers at Intuit Dome on Nov. 6 in Inglewood, California. The actress wore the Saint Laurent
Ines Slingback Pumps in Satin Crepe paired with an all black outfit, which consisted of a sleeveless turtleneck and wide leg trousers.
Introduced in 1957 by the legendary Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, slingbacks are a classic footwear design that combines style and functionality. They typically feature a medium or low heel, although flat variations have gained popularity in recent times. The defining characteristic of slingbacks is the leather strap that wraps around the heel, providing both security and comfort, making them a more practical choice for walking compared to backless mules.
Watch as Saldana explains the meaningful reason why she took on the role in “Emilia Perez.”
