Eva Longoria Shows Why the Giuseppe Zanotti “Intriigo” Is the Ultimate Power Mule in Victoria Beckham Midi Dress

With open-toe mules having a major moment right now, I wasn’t surprised to see step out in the “Intriigo” mules.

She isn’t the only one leaning into the silhouette this spring; we just saw with sculptural Victoria Beckham and Paris Texas heels, while with those same black patent Paris Texas “Lidia” mules.

Eva Longoria visits the Today Show in a black Victoria Beckham dress and black Giuseppe Zanotti mules to talk about her show Eva Longoria: Searching for France in New York City on April 7, 2026 (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

She wore them as she arrived at the Today show studios to promote her new travel-and-food series, Eva Longoria: Searching for France, which premieres on CNN on April 12.

The show follows her previous projects, Searching for Spain and Searching for Mexico, in which she explores culture, cuisine, and the places that shaped her love of food.

Eva Longoria Sharpens Her Today Show Look in Giuseppe Zanotti Intriigo Mules

Eva slipped into the Giuseppe Zanotti “Intriigo” mules, part of the same line as the sandal version that’s been making rounds last awards season on stars like and .

Longoria wore the mule version of the Intriigo, which kept the same sleek, sharp silhouette but with a more laid-back, slip-on feel.

The pair featured pointed open toes that gave it a polished, modern edge, while the thin 3.5-inch stiletto heels added height and elegance without feeling too heavy.

Finishing these mules were the brown leather insoles stamped with the label’s logo, adding a hint of luxe. These retail for $795 at .

Eva Longoria slips her red-pedicured feet into a pair of shiny black patent Giuseppe Zanotti “Intriigo” mules featuring pointed open toes, an open back, and stiletto heels (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Eva Longoria Balances the Patent Mules With a Sculpted Victoria Beckham Midi Dress

Eva paired the mules with a charcoal black midi dress by Victoria Beckham. The dress looked simple at first glance, with its round neckline and long sleeves, but the details made all the difference.

The gathered effect on one side of the waist added shape and made the silhouette more flattering, while the basque waist further defined her figure. The long sleeves came with thumbholes, giving the look a slightly modern, practical edge.

The skirt then flowed into an asymmetrical midi hem, moving beautifully as she walked and adding a bit of drama to an otherwise understated piece. You can get this dress for $748 at .

Eva Longoria pairs her open-toe mules with a black Victoria Beckham dress featuring a fitted bodice with long sleeves and a flowy midi skirt (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Soft Waves, Statement Earrings, and Red Nails Finish Eva Longoria’s Polished Promo Look

Eva Longoria kept her accessories minimal with statement earrings and a few rings, letting the outfit speak for itself. Her red nails added a nice pop of color against the all-black look.

To finish everything off, she wore her brunette hair in soft, tousled waves and went for simple glam with mascara and peachy lipstick.

Eva Longoria styles her brunette hair in tousled waves and highlights her features with mascara and nude lipstick (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Why the Giuseppe Zanotti Intriigo Remains a Red Carpet Power Player

From sculpted mules to barely-there sandals, the Giuseppe Zanotti “Intriigo” line continues to define modern evening footwear with its sharp lines, minimalist construction, and leg-lengthening effect.

Eva Longoria’s sleek mule moment fits seamlessly into a broader celebrity styling playbook—one that relies on Intriigo’s ability to elevate everything from archival couture to contemporary red carpet dressing. Explore how other stars have styled this standout silhouette below.

👠 Explore Giuseppe Zanotti Intriigo Shoe & Fashion Moments:

• 🖤 , using the pointed open-toe silhouette to bring a sharper, more modern finish to her archival Vanity Fair Oscar Party styling.
• ❤️ pairs glossy red Giuseppe Zanotti “Intriigo” sandals with a custom Louis Vuitton gown, showing how the minimalist heel can still feel bold and architectural on the red carpet.
• ✨ offers a more refined variation on the line, with crystal-accented black patent mules adding just enough shine to complement her sculptural white evening dress.
• 🖤 features black satin Giuseppe Zanotti “Intriigo Strap” sandals, proving how well the sleek style works when the dress is already doing the dramatic heavy lifting.
• 💛 shows the gold Giuseppe Zanotti “Intriigo” sandals in a cleaner, more classic red-carpet setting, paired with a white Gabriela Hearst column dress and gold hardware details.