10 Celebrity Shoe Moments That Stole the Spotlight at ELLE’s Women in Hollywood Celebration

Elle’s annual Women in Hollywood Celebration has always been a star-studded affair, and the 2014 edition at the Four Seasons in Beverly Hills was no exception. The evening brought together some of the industry’s most celebrated actresses, each putting her own spin on modern glamour.

While the gowns and tailored suits turned heads, it was the footwear that stole the spotlight. From sleek Christian Louboutin pumps to shimmering Jimmy Choo sandals, the night was a masterclass in red-carpet shoe moments.

Ahead, we’re revisiting ten standout looks from the event—proof that even a decade later, these celebrity shoe choices remain timeless. Which star, in your opinion, deserves the title of Best in Footwear?

1. Renée Zellweger Shines in Christian Louboutin “So Kate” Pumps & Carolina Herrera

Renée Zellweger used a pair of gold-detailed “So Kate” pumps from Christian Louboutin to go with her black Carolina Herrera dress. The shoes feature towering 5-inch-tall heels, so they’re no joke to walk in.

Renée Zellweger makes a statement in a black Carolina Herrera dress and gold-detailed Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pumps at the 2014 ELLE Women in Hollywood Awards at the Four Seasons Hotel on October 20, 2014, in Beverly Hills, California (Credit: Brian To / FayesVision / WENN)

Renée’s exact pair may have been a special variation, but the So Kate remains one of Christian Louboutin’s most enduring icons. First launched in 2013 as an evolution of the original “Kate” pump from 2012—named in honor of supermodel Kate Moss—the style was designed to capture Moss’s sharp, effortless elegance.

The “So Kate” amped up that legacy with a sleeker, steeper silhouette and sky-high heel that quickly became a red-carpet staple. You can still shop the classic So Kate pumps at Nordstrom and Mytheresa.

Renée Zellweger’s towering Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pumps with their sleek pointed toes and black suede uppers

Her gold-detailed “So Kate” heels add a touch of glamour to her black-on-black ensemble

A close-up of Renée Zellweger’s feet in her black and gold-detailed Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pumps, featuring the iconic red soles

2. Michelle Monaghan Stuns in Christian Louboutin “Impera” Lace-Up Pumps & Altuzarra

Actress Michelle Monaghan also wore Christian Louboutin for the occasion. Her choice, however, was a little more adventurous.

Michelle Monaghan arrives at the 2014 ELLE Women in Hollywood Awards, wearing a cream-colored Altuzarra dress and Christian Louboutin “Impera” lace-up pumps

Michelle Monaghan styled her heels with a cream-colored Altuzarra Resort 2015 dress, a Salvatore Ferragamo clutch, and David Yurman pavé earrings, a Venetian ring, and bracelets.

She slipped on the “Impera” lace-up pumps, which were the perfect match to her very simple dress. This style is sold out everywhere.

A closer look at the footwear that stole the show: Michelle Monaghan’s Christian Louboutin “Impera” heels perfectly complement her ensemble with their unique laser-cut pattern and delicate lace-up design

3. Emmy Rossum Channels Power Chic in Versace Pantsuit & Louboutin “Geo” Pumps

Emmy Rossum channeled “lady boss” for the occasion by slipping into a Versace pantsuit. She styled the combo with smoky eye makeup and some fancy glitter Geo pumps from the popular French shoe designer.

Channeling “lady boss” style, Emmy Rossum looks sharp in a tailored Versace pantsuit. Her choice of footwear—glittery Christian Louboutin “Geo” pumps—adds the perfect touch of sparkle to her all-black ensemble

Unlike the classic ‘Geo’, which is spiked at the cap toes, Emmy’s pumps were detailed with glittered uppers that followed a lattice-like pattern.

A close-up of Emmy Rossum’s glitter-detailed Christian Louboutin “Geo” pumps

A touch of glamour: Emmy Rossum’s feet in her stunning Christian Louboutin “Geo” pumps

4. Doutzen Kroes Keeps It Minimal in White Dress & Block-Heel Sandals

Doutzen Kroes flaunted her very trim post-baby figure in a one-of-a-kind pair of block-heel, ankle-strap sandals. She used the shoes to cap off a simple white dress.

Model Doutzen Kroes poses in a sleek white dress and minimalist block-heel sandals at the 2014 ELLE Women in Hollywood Awards

The look was very understated but still elegant.

A close-up of Doutzen Kroes’s unique block-heel sandals, featuring a brown leather upper and a two-toned heel

5. Nikki Reed Adds Sparkle in Jimmy Choo “Lang” Sandals

Nikki went against the cocktail-dress crowd, choosing a pale-grey strapless ruffled gown from Marchesa’s Resort 2015 collection. The dramatic silhouette may have felt overdressed compared to the rest of the room, but it worked in her favor.

Nikki Reed adds a touch of sparkle to her ruffled gown with a pair of metallic Jimmy Choo “Lang” sandals in a pewter finish at the 2014 ELLE Women in Hollywood Awards

She finished the look with Jimmy Choo’s metallic-silver “Lang” sandals and a coordinating clutch, bringing a polished shine to the romantic gown. Standing out is never a bad thing — and Nikki pulled it off beautifully.

The perfect finishing touch: Nikki Reed’s Jimmy Choo “Lang” sandals with their elegant, multi-strap design in a chic pewter finish

6. Kerry Washington Elevates Calvin Klein with Louboutin “Miss Rigidaine” Heels

New mom Kerry Washington also chose Christian Louboutin heels for the occasion. She used the “Miss Rigidaine” pumps to punctuate a very short dress from Calvin Klein.

A masterclass in modern chic: Kerry Washington elevates a short Calvin Klein dress with a pair of sleek Christian Louboutin “Miss Rigidaine” pumps at the 2014 ELLE Women in Hollywood Awards

The Miss Rigidaine features PVC panels decorating the vamps and heel counters. While we agree that they’re dainty and exquisite, we feel Kerry should have chosen a more adventurous pair to go with her dress. What do you think?

A close-up of Kerry Washington’s feet in her black and clear PVC Christian Louboutin “Miss Rigidaine” pumps

7. Julianne Hough Sleeks It Out in Calvin Klein Dress & Casadei Blade Pumps

Julianne Hough channeled minimalism with her outfit choice for the event.

Chic and sleek: Julianne Hough highlights her legs with a minimalist Calvin Klein dress, finishing the look with a pair of silver metallic Casadei Blade pumps, a true footwear icon

She wore a simple blue Calvin Klein dress and finished the look with metallic silver pointy pumps — a pair from Casadei’s famous Blade collection. Below is a nude version.

A closer look at Julianne Hough’s iconic footwear choice: the metallic silver Casadei “Blade” pumps, known for their sleek and distinct razor-thin stiletto heel

8. Britt Robertson’s Metallic Moment in Dior & Louboutin “Mariniere” Sandals

Former Secret Circle star Britt Robertson graced the event, looking like she was at prom. Her Dior dress was not the most flattering in terms of color and cut.

A vibrant look: Britt Robertson arrives at the 2014 ELLE Women in Hollywood Awards wearing a peach-toned Dior gown and a pair of chic Christian Louboutin “Mariniere” sandals

Thankfully, her strappy heels made up for the lack of glamour. Britt showed off her long toes in mixed-metallic sandals that looked a lot like the “Mariniere” from Christian Louboutin.

A close-up of Britt Robertson’s feet in the mixed-metallic and glittering Christian Louboutin “Mariniere” sandals

9. Elizabeth Banks Embraces Florals in Michael Kors & Stuart Weitzman “Nudist” Sandals

Elizabeth Banks surprised a lot of people when she arrived at the event in a girly fuchsia frock from Michael Kors, detailed with a million floral appliques. She toted a navy satin Amanda Pearl clutch and accessorized with Vita Fede jewelry.

A vibrant look: Elizabeth Banks embraces florals in a detailed fuchsia frock from Michael Kors, expertly styling it with the iconic black Stuart Weitzman “Nudist” sandals

It was a busy dress, no doubt, but she styled it perfectly with simple ankle-strap sandals from Stuart Weitzman — the famous “Nudist.”

A closer look at Elizabeth Banks’s footwear reveals the simple elegance of the Stuart Weitzman “Nudist” sandals, a timeless red-carpet staple known for their minimalist two-strap design

10. Amy Poehler Polishes Calvin Klein with Classic Ankle-Wrap Platform Pumps

We weren’t too happy with Amy Poehler’s Calvin Klein Fall 2014 dress choice for the evening, but we did enjoy looking at her shiny ankle-wrap platform pumps. She accessorized with David Yurman labyrinth and quatrefoil bracelets.

Amy Poehler keeps it classic in a two-toned Calvin Klein Fall 2014 dress, completing her look with elegant black ankle-wrap platform pumps

At just 5 feet 2 inches (157.5 cm), Amy Poehler stands slightly below the average American woman’s height of 5 feet 4 inches (162.6 cm).

She wears a US shoe size 7, and while platform pumps may no longer be the trendiest silhouette, her classic ankle-wrap pair carried a timeless elegance that flattered her petite frame and remains stylish across seasons.

A close-up of Amy Poehler’s feet in a pair of elegant, black patent leather platform pumps with a thin ankle strap

From Renée Zellweger’s gold-detailed Louboutins to Nikki Reed’s sparkling Jimmy Choos, the 2014 ELLE Women in Hollywood Celebration proved that great shoes never go out of style. If you loved this throwback, you’ll want to see how other years of the event delivered equally unforgettable red-carpet moments—each with its own standout footwear.