Dakota Johnson repped Alessandro Michele‘s reinvention of the Valentino Rockstud shoes to the brand’s spring 2026 couture show in Paris on Wednesday.
Johnson wore items from the pre-fall 2026 collection, including a fresh take on the iconic Rockstud shoe, which is so closely associated with the Italian luxury brand. In the pre-fall collection, Michele showcased many versions of the Rockstud, one of which featured an elongated metal-tipped square toe. Johnson wore a black leather version of this shoe, which also featured a caged strap design embellished with the recognizable pyramid-shaped studs. The studs are inspired by the “bugnato” design technique used on Roman buildings and palazzi.
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The “Materialists” actress wasn’t the only attendee repping the Rockstud at the fashion show — Tyla wore a different option, a pump with the brand’s Plus de Pois sequin embroidery design. The Rockstud is experiencing a comeback as Michele shows interest in the design and a version of the style was featured in “The Devil Wears Prada 2.”
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The rest of Johnson’s look was all about pattern. She wore a pair of brown sheer tights with a romantic floral design and black lace briefs which had button-down top with a dainty animal print-like design tucked into them. Layered over this was a brown jacket with strong shoulders, feathered cuffs and streaks of gold patterning the garment.
Johnson was announced as a global brand ambassador for Valentino in October, as WWD exclusively reported. She is a longtime friend and supporter of Michele, who started as creative director in 2024.