When Diane Kruger attended Joel Silver’s Memorial Day party in Malibu on May 26, 2014, she opted for a look that balanced architectural tailoring with bohemian footwear.
Joined by Joshua Jackson, the actress showcased a mix of high-end structure and festival-ready accessories that remain a reference point for effortless summer style.
Diane Kruger and Joshua Jackson step out hand-in-hand in Malibu, with Kruger pairing a tailored optic-stripe Dion Lee dress with effortless, festival-inspired edge on May 26, 2014 (Credit: Michael Wright / WENN)
Her choice for the afternoon was an optic-stripe dress by Dion Lee, notable for its front slit cutout and leather-piped edges.
For footwear, Kruger reached for her Joie ‘Toledo’ lace-up sandals—the same pair she was seen wearing earlier that season at the Coachella Music Festival. She finished the look with a pair of opaque-rimmed sunglasses.
Diane Kruger showcases her Joie “Toledo” lace-up gladiator sandals in motion, the scalloped panels and whipstitched details adding texture to her structured day dress
The skirt is cut with sharp, notched crossover panels that create subtle movement with every step, while leather piping tracing the neckline and armholes adds a clean, architectural finish that sharpens the dress’s graphic edge.
The Dion Lee cycle wrap dress is presented in a clean studio view, highlighting its notched crossover skirt, precise tailoring, and sharply defined leather-piped edges
The Joie “Toledo” gladiator sandals—instantly recognizable for their scalloped leather panels and whipstitched edges—were one of the defining “it” shoes of the mid-2010s bohemian revival, regularly spotted on festival regulars like Diane Kruger.
Designed with a lace-up, caged silhouette and a barely-there flat sole, they delivered that signature “California cool” balance of structure and ease—visually striking, but intentionally lightweight.
Now firmly in vintage territory, the Toledo remains a sought-after resale find, though it’s worth noting the fit runs small and narrow, with minimal support—perfect for a styled moment, less so for all-day wear.
If you’re chasing the same architectural-meets-boho feel today, labels like Ancient Greek Sandals and Sam Edelman continue to reinterpret the look with more forgiving construction.
A few weeks earlier, Diane Kruger and Joshua Jackson brought the same easy chemistry to the second weekend of the 2014 Coachella Music Festival, trading polished tailoring for a more relaxed, festival-ready take on their off-duty style.
Diane Kruger and Joshua Jackson stroll through Coachella’s grassy grounds, blending laid-back festival dressing with effortless couple style (Credit: WENN)
Joshua placed his arm around his German actress girlfriend as they walked through the young Coachella crowd. Some photos show the couple carrying three bottles of water each, which was probably enough to keep them hydrated while enjoying the festival.
Just like the other trendy attendees at the fete, Joshua and Diane opted for casual-chic clothes.
Joshua Jackson and Diane Kruger at the second weekend of the Coachella Music Festival 2014 in Indio, California, on April 18, 2014 (Credit: WENN)
The actor looked relaxed in a black V-neck tee, navy shorts, and black sneakers, styled with a brown fedora and sunglasses.
Moving through the crowd, Diane Kruger’s flared skirt and striped crop top create a breezy silhouette that feels perfectly in tune with the festival atmosphere (Credit: WENN)
His always stylish girlfriend of almost eight years matched his laid-back getup, and she turned heads in a midriff-baring number.
Diane Kruger adds a polished twist to festival dressing with a structured crossbody bag and softly waved hair that elevates her casual look (Credit: WENN)
Diane Kruger complemented not just her man but also the trendy young attendees at the event. She donned a striped crop top with a high-waisted black skirt. Her wavy locks and red lip shade glammed up her casual look.
A closer look at Diane Kruger’s Joie “Toledo” sandals reveals the intricate lace-up front and cutout panels that define their bohemian appeal (Credit: WENN)
Finishing the relaxed but stylish ensemble were her tan ‘Toledo’ gladiator sandals by Joie. They are made of leather and feature striking scalloped panels with whipstitched seams, lace-ups, open toes, and sexy cutout details.
The tan leather gladiator sandals show off whipstitched seams and scalloped cutouts, bringing texture and edge to her Coachella ensemble (Credit: WENN)
More Gladiator Sandal Stories That Keep the Fashion Thread Going
If you’re drawn to the way gladiator sandals can shift a look—from relaxed and festival-ready to sharp and statement-making—these are the moments worth revisiting next.
👠 Explore More Gladiator Sandal Shoe & Fashion Moments:
- ✨ Jessica Chastain’s René Caovilla gladiator sandal moment turns a sleek Gucci mini into a full statement, with crystal-wrapped straps climbing the leg and catching the light from every angle.
- 🎡 Katy Perry’s Coachella gladiator lineup leans into the playful side of the trend, rotating between metallics, studs, and bold color without losing that carefree festival energy.
- ⚡ Taylor Swift’s Louis Vuitton Met Gala look pushes gladiator sandals into sharper territory, with knee-high straps adding edge to her metallic, futuristic styling.
- 💋 Jennifer Lopez’s Harper’s Bazaar feature shows the sultrier side of the silhouette, pairing knee-high Jimmy Choo sandals with high-glam editorial polish.
- 🖤 Rihanna’s Brian Atwood street-style moment sharpens an oversized look with finely strapped gladiator heels that feel structured rather than bohemian.
- 📚 YNS’s gladiator sandals guide breaks down the defining strap-heavy design and why it continues to resurface across both casual and dressed-up wardrobes.