Celebrity Style: How Women in Their 40s Can Rock Mesh Heels

As mesh heels continue to make waves in the fashion world, stars like Anne Hathaway, Zoë Saldaña, and Emily Blunt are showcasing how women in their 40s can effortlessly style these chic shoes.

Anne Hathaway, 43, has embraced the trend with her black Alaïa ballet flats, featuring fishnet uppers, which she wore in New York on July 1. She paired them with fluid navy trousers and a stylish open-knit jacket. Two weeks later, she opted for white Fishnet Ballerina Pumps, complemented by chartreuse pants and a kiwi cardigan.

Meanwhile, Jenna Dewan, 45, opted for a more casual look at the premiere of “A Love Like This” on March 31, pairing light-wash jeans with pointed black mesh slingbacks. Brandy, 47, chose a striking all-white ensemble for the “Descendants: Wicked Wonderland” premiere, showcasing her mesh pumps with a bold yellow pedicure.

Emily Blunt, 43, dazzled during her “Disclosure Day” press tour, wearing a custom white bodysuit with matching ankle-strap pumps at the Paris premiere. Just days later, she turned heads in lilac mesh slingbacks paired with a gown in London. Lake Bell, at the 2026 Independent Spirit Awards, opted for floral lace-mesh pumps that added a unique touch to her black gown.

Saldaña, 48, showcased versatility by pairing her black mesh pumps with burnt-orange velvet at the Breakthrough Prize ceremony and later switching to bold styles for her press appearances.

Source: wwd.com