Angelina Jolie didn’t need embellishment to make an impact on the red carpet in Rome on Saturday night. Instead, she relied on subtle cutouts for both her dress and her footwear choice. The actress and activist arrived at the “Couture” premiere during the 20th Rome Film Festival in pointed black patent ankle boots — a silhouette that’s appeared in various textures and cuts this season.

The boots had a slim stiletto heel, a tapered toe and a structured shaft that ended just above the ankle. A subtle V-cut vamp opened the front, playing off the silhouette of the back of her dress — a custom Alberta Ferretti cape dress designed by Lorenzo Serafini. The black gown featured a draped cape overlay and an open back, with a soft cocoon shape through the skirt and discreet pockets at the sides.

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