On red carpets, men’s fashion can skew repetitive. For suits, most opt for classic black. While there are occasional flourishes and departures, it can all look quite similar. And of course, there are the renegades who go the complete opposite direction. But finding the sweet spot — something that feels both classic and chic while also new — can be impressive. Enter Gucci’s new boot under current creative director Sabato de Sarno.
On the 2025 Golden Globe Awards red carpet, Andrew Garfield and “Squid Games” star Lee Jung-jae were amongst those dressed in the Italian brand. Garfield was styled by Warren Alfie Baker, wearing a double-breasted forest green wool suit featuring black satin lapels. Jung-jae also went double-breasted in an all-black tuxedo styled by Gianna Hwang. But both wore Gucci’s new horsebit leather ankle boots from the brand’s spring 2025 line.
The boot, which which will be available for purchase in the coming weeks according to a Gucci representative, is a pointed-toe style with a seemingly pumped-up toe box. The toe affects the shape so that it looks similar to that of a bird beak. This shape is slightly pronounced due to the thick rubber sole, which seems to have a slim silver tip.
That metallic accent mirrors the silver horsebit on the upper as well as the inner side zip. The boot includes a slight heel as well, likely measuring one to two inches.
While both Jae and Garfield wore the boot in black, which features black stitching, the shoe will also be available in a bordeaux with white stitching. It will launch in stores and online for $1,790 this month.
It’s a design to take note of. While it is not embellished — Jamie Foxx wore a pair of black crystal-embellished Dolce & Gabbana Derby shoes to the Golden Globes — or feature fanciful designs — Christian Louboutin’s lace-up oxfords were red and featured designs — they subtly distinguish themselves from the pack of actors wearing traditional dress shoes.
The 82nd Golden Globe Awards was held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025. The award ceremony celebrated excellence in the television and film industries from projects produced in 2024.
