Emilia Clarke’s Shoe Style: From Red Carpet Prada to Star Wars Press Tour

Since making her debut as the silver-haired Daenerys Targaryen in 2011, Emilia Clarke has balanced the weight of epic fantasy with a personal style that feels remarkably grounded.

While she spent nearly a decade navigating the rugged terrains of Northern Ireland and Croatia for the screen, her red-carpet evolution told a different story—one of classic silhouettes and a clear affinity for European tailoring.

Her transition from a breakout talent to a mainstay of global cinema brought a shift in her wardrobe. As she moved beyond the world of dragons and into sprawling sci-fi universes, her style became more experimental, trading medieval textures for sharp lines and bold prints.

Solo Press Tour: Valentino, Dior & Floral Christian Louboutin Pumps

This evolution was most visible during the 2018 press tour for Solo: A Star Wars Story. From the sun-drenched photocalls in Cannes to the high-wattage premieres in Los Angeles, Clarke used the franchise’s spotlight to showcase a series of curated looks that prioritized craftsmanship—pairing floor-sweeping Valentino couture and structured Dior with footwear that often became the focal point of the ensemble.

Emilia Clarke, Chewbacca, and Alden Ehrenreich attend the photocall for “Solo: A Star Wars Story” during the 71st annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals on May 15, 2018, in Cannes, France (Credit: BAKOUNINE / Shutterstock)

Emilia Clarke promotes her Star Wars debut in a Dolce & Gabbana ensemble paired with floral print Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps and Oliver Peoples x The Row Parquet sunglasses (Credit: BAKOUNINE / Shutterstock)

Emilia Clarke in a Valentino Spring 2018 Couture off-the-shoulder red gown with white flowers at the premiere of Disney Pictures and Lucasfilm’s Solo: A Star Wars Story held at the El Capitan Theatre on May 10, 2018, in Los Angeles (Credit: DFree / Shutterstock)

Emilia Clarke in Dior Haute Couture at the screening of “Solo: A Star Wars Story” during the 71st annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals on May 15, 2018, in Cannes, France (Credit: Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock)

Rewinding to before filming began, Emilia Clarke offered an early glimpse of her Star Wars era at the MTV Movie Awards on April 9, 2016, at Warner Bros. Studios.

MTV Movie Awards: Miu Miu Dress & Metallic Prada Sandals

Emilia Clarke shows off her brunette hair at the 2016 MTV Movie Awards at Warner Bros. Studios on April 9, 2016, in Burbank, California (Credit: WENN)

At the 2016 MTV Movie Awards in Los Angeles, Emilia Clarke traded Daenerys Targaryen’s platinum lengths for her natural brunette waves, playfully channeling a Jedi for a lighthearted, off-duty Star Wars moment.

The British actress wore a sequined graphic-print ankle-length dress, which she paired with a fun, embellished clutch — both by Miu Miu.

Emilia Clarke brings playful polish to the red carpet in a graphic Miu Miu dress, finished with sleek metallic Prada sandals that elongate her frame and add a clean, modern edge (Credit: FayesVision / Brian To / Apega / WENN)

The petite actress often utilizes high-contrast accessories to elongate her silhouette, frequently turning to jewelry designer Anita Ko and tiered footwear to add visual height.

Emilia Clarke grips a jewel-embellished Miu Miu clutch, its oversized crystals and glossy pink finish adding a playful, high-shine contrast to her graphic dress (Credit: WENN)

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For this particular appearance, she chose a pair of triple-strapped Prada sandals in muted silver leather, proving that metallic neutrals are a timeless choice for the red carpet.

Emilia Clarke’s feet in silver leather Prada sandals featuring delicate wavy straps, a slim stiletto heel, and a reflective metallic finish that sharpens the look while subtly elongating her legs (Credit: WENN)

Lightsaber Moment: Emilia Clarke Turns the MTV Carpet Into a Star Wars Tease

Given the Star Wars buzz surrounding her at the time, Clarke fully leaned into the moment—grabbing a pair of lightsabers and turning the photo op into a playful, in-character tease.

The actress uploaded a photo of her Jedi battle with the caption, “Detectives who also happen to battle in intergalactic space.. Oh, @mtvawards2016, you sure make a happy audience.”

Emilia Clarke playfully crosses glowing lightsabers, teasing her transition into the Star Wars universe with a behind-the-scenes moment that blends off-duty charm with on-screen action energy (Credit: Emilia Clarke’s Instagram)

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Emilia’s exact Prada triple-strapped wavy sandals are now sold out, but you can shop the latest Prada shoe releases at Farfetch.

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Emilia Clarke’s Shoe Style, From Red Carpets to Star Wars Press Tours

From metallic Prada sandals at the MTV Movie Awards to couture gowns paired with statement heels during her Star Wars press tour, Emilia Clarke’s style consistently balances polish with personality.

Whether she’s leaning into playful moments or anchoring intricate looks with clean, leg-lengthening silhouettes, her footwear choices remain a defining part of the story—subtle, strategic, and always camera-ready. For a closer look at how her shoe style evolves across events and eras, explore more standout moments below.