Kerry Washington’s Bold Red Carpet Look: All-Red Ensemble With a Surprising Shoe Choice

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In September 2018, Kerry Washington wore all red to hit the red carpet at the 10th-anniversary celebration of the Broadway Loyalty Program Audience Rewards at the Paramount Hotel in NYC.

Kerry Washington and Steven Pasquale at the 10th-anniversary celebration of the Broadway Loyalty Program Audience RewardsKerry Washington and Steven Pasquale at the 10th-anniversary celebration of the Broadway Loyalty Program Audience Rewards at Sony Hall at the Paramount Hotel in New York City on September 24, 2018 (Credit: Joseph Marzullo / WENN)

Some of you might say we are nitpicking, but the way Kerry’s shoes don’t match her dress is completely off-putting.

The pinkish hue of her raspberry-colored Francesco Russo ‘Flame’ sandals competes with the brown undertones of her burgundy ensemble.

Kerry Washington wore a Markarian Fall 2018 oxblood-leather dress, gold hoop earrings, wine-red lipstick, and chunky brown highlights in her wavy hairKerry Washington wore a Markarian Fall 2018 oxblood-leather dress, gold hoop earrings, wine-red lipstick, and chunky brown highlights in her wavy hair

Since Kerry already took the time to match her oxblood Markarian Fall 2018 leather dress, wine-red lipstick, and maroon velvet clutch, we think she could’ve paid a little bit more attention to matching her heels.

Details of Kerry Washington's gold-trimmed red velvet box clutch.Details of Kerry Washington’s gold-trimmed red velvet box clutch.

Kerry Washington shows off her feet in raspberry suede Flame sandalsKerry Washington shows off her feet in raspberry suede Flame sandals

Francesco Russo should’ve sent Kerry the dark-red suede-and-snakeskin version of their ‘Flame’ sandals:

Francesco Russo 'Flame' sandals bordeaux red suede

Francesco Russo 'Flame' sandals beige leather

Francesco Russo 'Flame' sandals black-and-silver leopard

Francesco Russo 'Flame' sandals black suede

Francesco Russo 'Flame' sandals red suedeFrancesco Russo ‘Flame’ Sandals, $392 to $690

For more insights on Francesco Russo’s captivating footwear, explore our articles featuring celebrities who have embraced his designs. Check out how Kate Beckinsale brought sophistication to her airport style with Russo’s elegant sandals and see Naomie Harris’s stunning look at the British Independent Film Awards.