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Rachel Brosnahan’s Footwear Balances Prep, Precision and Proportion on ‘Superman’ Press Tour

The actress plays Lois Lane in the latest Man of Steel iteration, out Friday.

Over the course of 24 hours, Rachel Brosnahan served up a full quartet of looks while promoting “Superman,” in theaters Friday. The common thread? Tonal footwear with sculptural intent, from squared-off loafers to sharply pointed pumps, each pair pulling its weight in palette and proportion.

Styled by Alexandra Mandelkorn, here are some of Brosnahan’s best shoe looks on her “Superman” press tour just ahead of its release.

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NEW YORK, NY - JULY 9: Rachel Brosnahan is seen on July 9, 2025 in New York City.  (Photo by XNY/Star Max/GC Images) *** Local Caption ***Rachel Brosnahan
Rachel Brosnahan is seen in head-to-toe Miu Miu on July 9 in New York City. XNY/Star Max/GC Images

On her way to the “Today” Show on Wednesday, Brosnahan leaned into prep with a collegiate twist in head-to-toe Miu Miu: checked miniskirt, layered polo and button-up and mid-gray socks pulled just below the calf.

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A closer look at Rachel Brosnahan's Miu Miu leather buckle heels.
A closer look at Rachel Brosnahan’s Miu Miu leather buckle heels. XNY/Star Max/GC Images

On her feet, sharply pointed mary jane-style heels in glossy burgundy, complete with crisscross straps and silver buckles. A black top-handle bag mirrored the shoe’s polish, sealing the look with a touch of ’60s discipline.

Black Slingbacks Echo the Lines of Streamlined Tailoring

Rachel Brosnahan is seen outside "Live with Kelly and Mark" in a monochrome black look on July 9, 2025 in New York City. Celebrity shoe style, black pumps
Rachel Brosnahan is seen outside “Live With Kelly and Mark” in a monochrome black look on July 9 in New York City. Jose Perez/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images

Earlier in the day, on her way to ”Live With Kelly and Mark,” she went full minimalist in an all-black ensemble that played with volume: wide-leg trousers, a sleeveless belted vest and leather slingback pumps that echoed the silhouette’s precision.

A closer look at Rachel Brosnahan's black pointed-toe heels.
A closer look at Rachel Brosnahan’s black pointed-toe heels. GC Images

With a stiletto heel and pointed toe, the shoes kept a low profile, letting the tailoring take the lead while still holding the line.

Green Platform Loafers Match the Mood of a Pleated Lacoste Mini

Rachel Brosnahan is seen on July 9, 2025 in New York City in a Lacoste mini dress and matching Mary Jane style platforms. Celebrity shoe style, Mary-Janes, platform shoes, patent leather platforms
Rachel Brosnahan is seen on July 9 in New York City in a Lacoste mini dress and matching mary jane-style platforms. Jose Perez/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images

In forest green from head to toe, Brosnahan wore a short-sleeve top and a sharply pleated Lacoste minidress with matching platform loafers.

A more detailed look at Rachel Brosnahan's patent Mary Janes.
A more detailed look at Rachel Brosnahan’s patent mary janes. GC Images

The shoes, finished in glossy green leather, featured a stacked heel and almond toe that echoed the set’s volume. White crew socks interrupted the monochrome just enough, and a matching green handbag sealed the palette.

Jude’s White Fame Pumps Sharpen the Look of a Custom Patou Dress

Rachel Brosnahan is seen walking in midtown in a custom Patou mini dress and white heels on July 9, 2025 in New York City. White high heels, celebrity shoe style
Rachel Brosnahan is seen walking in Midtown in a custom Patou minidress and white heels on July 9 in New York City. Raymond Hall/GC Images

Her final look paired a custom Patou drop-waist red mini with oversize pleats and sculptural volume. Brosnahan kept the accessories minimal, opting for white pointed-toe pumps, the Jude Fame pump and crisp white sunglasses.

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A closer look at Rachel Brosnahan’s white pumps. GC Images

The heels played a graphic role, reinforcing the collar detail and balancing the hem’s exaggerated shape without competing for attention.

“Superman,” directed by James Gunn, is slated for release on Friday. The film stars David Corenswet as Clark Kent and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, marking the first installment in DC Studios’ revamped cinematic universe.