Julianne Hough’s Sheer Marchesa Gown and Jimmy Choo “Teira” Heels at the 2015 Emmys

When Julianne Hough arrived at the 67th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on September 20, 2015, she delivered one of the night’s most talked-about fashion moments—proof that ballet-inspired romance and modern red-carpet daring can coexist beautifully.

Julianne Hough attends the 67th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on September 20, 2015 (Credit: Apega / Nicky Nelson / FayesVision / Brian To / WENN)

Just days after showcasing a softer aesthetic at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards, Hough shifted gears entirely for the main ceremony, stepping out in a sheer black Marchesa gown that blended ethereal craftsmanship with bold, skin-baring confidence.

Paired with metallic Jimmy Choo heels, the look balanced fantasy and fashion risk in a way that still resonates years later.

Julianne Hough grounds her sheer black Marchesa gown with metallic Jimmy Choo “Teira” heels, adding structure and shine to the ethereal red-carpet look at the 2015 Emmys

Julianne revealed a daring hint of skin in a sheer black Marchesa gown, where ballerina-inspired elegance met modern red-carpet boldness.

Layers of soft tulle floated over delicate lace detailing, creating an ethereal silhouette that balanced romance with risk.

Julianne Hough’s backside peeks out beneath layers of Marchesa tulle and lace on the Emmys red carpet

How Jimmy Choo’s “Teira” Heels Grounded Julianne Hough’s Sheer Emmys Look

While the gown revealed plenty of skin, its effect was less provocative than poetic, thanks to Marchesa’s signature balance of romance and restraint.

Grounding the airy silhouette, the Creative Arts Emmy winner finished the look with Jimmy Choo’s “Teira” heels in gold snakeskin, adding a touch of structure and shine to the ethereal ensemble.

Another celebrity fan of these heels is Halle Berry, who wore Jimmy Choo’s ‘Teira’ sandals with a form-fitting cutout dress by Noam Hanoch.

Julianne Hough and her brother Derek arrive at the 2015 Emmys, with Julianne wearing a sheer black Marchesa gown while Derek keeps it classic in a black tuxedo

Julianne showed off her adorable bond with her brother Derek yet again by taking him as her date to the Emmys. She also has three older sisters named Sharee, Marabeth, and Katherine.

Julianne Hough flashes her backside to the camera and shows off her underbutt in a Marchesa gown

From Julianne Hough’s social media: “I love my ever-consistent Emmy date! @derekhough love you ❤️”

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Why Julianne Hough’s Emmys Heels Fit a Bigger Footwear Story

That balance between romance and restraint wasn’t a one-off red-carpet gamble. Julianne Hough has built a long-running style identity around thoughtful footwear choices—using heels not just as accessories, but as structural anchors that sharpen silhouettes, elevate proportions, and ground even the most daring fashion moments.

From classic stilettos to unexpected statement sandals, her Emmys look fits neatly into a much larger pattern.