Rachel McAdams’ 2016 Oscars Shoes: Why the Stuart Weitzman Nudistplatform Ruled the Red Carpet

Rachel McAdams arrived at the 88th Academy Awards in Los Angeles on February 28, 2016, marking a significant milestone in her career.

Rachel McAdams wears her blonde hair back on the red carpet of the 2016 Academy Awards held on February 28, 2016, in Los Angeles (Credit: Brian To / WENN)

Celebrating her first Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress in Spotlight, McAdams chose a sophisticated ensemble that remains a standout example of red-carpet minimalism.

While the award eventually went to Alicia Vikander, McAdams’ look—centered on a bold color palette and iconic footwear—secured its place in the event’s fashion history.

Rachel McAdams commands the Oscars red carpet in a jewel-toned halter gown, its thigh-high slit spotlighting her sleek, minimalist styling

In addition to being a nominee, Rachel also attended the Oscars in order to present the award for Best Cinematography. Rachel wore a sexy yet classy emerald green backless dress by August Getty, which tastefully showed off a little sideboob.

A dramatic side view reveals the gown’s fluid drape and open-back silhouette as it trails elegantly across the carpet

The thigh-high slit of the slinky gown revealed her Stuart Weitzman Nudistplatform sandals—a modern evolution of the brand’s iconic Nudist heel, designed with a subtle platform and cushioned insole to deliver the same barely-there elegance with noticeably improved stability and comfort—perfectly complemented by silver jewelry from Niwaka Collections.

Rachel McAdams glides down the Oscars red carpet in a deep emerald halter gown, the thigh-high slit revealing her sleek metallic platform heels as she strikes a confident, polished pose (Credit: Sara Wood / ©A.M.P.A.S.)

A go-to for petites seeking extra height without sacrificing elegance, Anna Faris lit up the 2016 SAG Awards in a scarlet Naeem Khan gown with a thigh-high slit, styled with satin Stuart Weitzman Nudistplatform heels for timeless red-carpet glamour.

A close-up captures the delicate straps and shimmering finish of her metallic platform sandals as they peek through the flowing hem

Rachel’s sister, Kayleen McAdams, did her makeup.

Prior to the Oscars, Rachel gave her hometown a shoutout on Instagram. Rachel and Kayleen both posed for a photo with some #StThomasProud merchandise.

Rachel McAdams with her younger sister, make-up artist Kayleen McAdams, and her younger brother, personal trainer Daniel “Dan” McAdams (Credit: Kayleen McAdams’ Instagram)

Get Rachel’s Stuart Weitzman “Nudistplatform” sandals in three glitter colors at Nordstrom and Zappos.

The silver Stuart Weitzman Nudistplatform sandals showcase a refined balance of height and stability with their discreet platform and slender ankle strap

Rendered in champagne glitter, the Nudistplatform silhouette delivers red-carpet glamour with a warm, luminous finish

The black version emphasizes the sandal’s architectural lines, pairing understated elegance with dramatic heel height

From One Iconic Heel to a Defining Shoe Legacy

Rachel McAdams’ 2016 Oscars appearance remains a perfect example of how thoughtfully chosen footwear can elevate a red-carpet look—from the height-boosting elegance of her Stuart Weitzman Nudistplatform sandals to the effortless confidence they bring to a daring silhouette.

If you’re curious how this moment fits into her broader style evolution, her most memorable shoe and fashion highlights over the years reveal a consistent preference for refined, impactful heels.