At the 2016 Met Gala, Louis Vuitton made one of the evening’s boldest fashion statements, dressing a roster of A-list stars who embraced the night’s “Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology” theme with futuristic edge.
Among the standouts were Swedish actress Alicia Vikander, fresh off her rise to Hollywood’s front line, and supermodel Miranda Kerr, each bringing a different twist to Nicolas Ghesquière’s vision for the French fashion house.
Alicia Vikander Stuns in Louis Vuitton at the 2016 Met Gala
Alicia Vikander styles her hair back in a ponytail at the “Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology” Costume Institute Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016, in New York City (Credit: WENN / C.Smith)
Alicia Vikander hit the red carpet at the 2016 Met Gala held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. It had just been announced that she had landed the coveted role of Lara Croft in the “Tomb Raider” reboot.
Alicia Vikander shows off the bust of her red-leather-and-silver-sequin Louis Vuitton dress
The petite actress donned a black, bronze, red, and white Louis Vuitton dress made of leather and sequins. Her thigh-skimming sleeveless dress featured a high-low hem, white trim, and a red leather bustier design.
Alicia Vikander shows the back detail of her sequined Louis Vuitton dress, styled with a sleek ponytail that highlighted the futuristic textures at the 2016 Met Gala
She styled her mini dress with Bulgari jewelry and chunky lug-sole Louis Vuitton boots.
Louis Vuitton creative director Nicolas Ghesquière kept it sleek and modern in a tailored black suit and chunky lace-up boots, a minimalist counterpoint to Alicia Vikander’s futuristic ensemble
Don’t you think her outfit was perfect for the night’s theme of “Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology?”
Alicia Vikander dazzles at the 2016 Met Gala in a futuristic Louis Vuitton dress paired with edgy lace-up boots featuring bold red accents and rugged lug soles
Alicia’s boots perfectly complement her dress, featuring the same striking red and silver color scheme. These lace-up boots boast a sturdy heel and rugged lug soles, adding a touch of edginess to her look.
A black mesh overlay elegantly drapes over the bold red material of the boots, adding an extra layer of texture and intrigue.
Alicia Vikander stepped into the Met Gala with futuristic red-and-silver lace-up Louis Vuitton boots, while Nicolas Ghesquière kept it sleek in chunky black lace-up shoes from the same house
Following Alicia Vikander’s futuristic twist on Louis Vuitton, fellow brand ambassador Miranda Kerr brought her own take on Nicolas Ghesquière’s vision, opting for a striking two-piece ensemble that highlighted both her toned figure and her footwear choice.
Miranda Kerr Flaunts Her Abs in Louis Vuitton and Christian Louboutin “Suzanna” Pumps
Miranda Kerr sports tiny braids in her hair at the “Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology” Costume Institute Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016, in New York City (Credit: WENN)
The Victoria’s Secret Angel joined fellow Louis Vuitton-clad celebs Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
Famous for her exceptional figure and styling expertise, she ensured that both were on display at the Oscars of Fashion.
Miranda Kerr wears a color-blocked Louis Vuitton creation to the 2016 Met Gala
She bared her toned abs in a color-blocked long-sleeved cropped top and a matching midi pencil skirt with a contrasting ruffled mermaid hem from the French luxury fashion house’s Fall 2016 collection.
Miranda Kerr shows off her abs in a long-sleeved crop top paired with a ruffle-hemmed skirt from Louis Vuitton (Credit: WENN)
Miranda glammed up further with a pair of dangling earrings and a couple of rings by Graziela Gems. She carried a Louis Vuitton box clutch and teamed the outfit with a pair of strappy, pointed-toe red-bottom pumps.
The mom-of-one sported berry-red lipstick and wore her short locks into a sleek ponytail with a center part and twin side braids, giving the outfit a Gothic vibe.
Miranda Kerr wears a Louis Vuitton crop top and skirt on the Met Gala’s red carpet (Credit: WENN)
Miranda finished her look with Christian Louboutin’s coveted “Suzanna” pumps — a strappy 100mm d’Orsay stiletto defined by tortoiseshell pointed toes, red suede heel counters, black suede crisscross straps, and the maison’s iconic lacquered red soles.
Other Stars Who Stepped Out in Christian Louboutin’s “Suzanna” Pumps
While Miranda Kerr brought the “Suzanna” into the spotlight at the 2016 Met Gala, she wasn’t the only star to embrace this strappy Christian Louboutin favorite. From Hollywood premieres to music events, the d’Orsay pump has proven its versatility on some of fashion’s biggest names:
👠 Celebrities in the Christian Louboutin “Suzanna” Pumps:
- 🎬 Blake Lively at the 2017 People’s Choice Awards — the actress teamed a glittering Elie Saab mini with the “Suzanna” d’Orsay pumps, showing how the style adds polish to red-carpet glamour.
- 🌿 Maisie Williams in Malachite-Print Christian Louboutin Suzanna Pumps — the Game of Thrones star embraced a bold green printed version that highlighted the shoe’s unique crisscross silhouette.
- ⚡ Christina Milian in Spiked Christian Louboutin Suzanna Pumps — styled with a daring leather jumpsuit, her embellished pair brought a punk-inspired edge to the classic stiletto.
- 🐆 Kendall Jenner’s Christian Louboutin Suzanna Spikes at Harper’s Bazaar’s 150th Anniversary — Jenner elevated her sleek outfit with a statement version of the pump featuring studs and bold hardware.
- 🎨 Naomie Harris in Jewel-Tone Christian Louboutin Suzanna Pumps — the actress used a color-blocked suede pair to add vibrant contrast to her sophisticated dress, proving the shoe’s versatility across looks.
Miranda Kerr’s feet in tortoiseshell-patterned Christian Louboutin heels (Credit: WENN)
These modern-looking d’Orsay shoes have tortoise pointed toes, red suede heel counters, black suede crisscross vamp straps, adjustable ankle straps, and four-inch heels.
Miranda Kerr showed off her feet in Christian Louboutin’s tortoiseshell “Suzanna” pumps, featuring cross-strapped black suede vamps and the brand’s signature red soles (Credit: WENN)
Explore More 2016 Met Gala Shoe Highlights
As we wrap up Alicia Vikander and Miranda Kerr’s futuristic Louis Vuitton looks, it’s worth noting that the 2016 Met Gala delivered no shortage of bold, head-turning footwear moments. Here are a few more standout style stories from that unforgettable night:
👠 More 2016 Met Gala Shoe & Fashion Features on Your Next Shoes:
- 📸 Taylor Swift in Metallic Louis Vuitton & Knee-High Gladiator Sandals — a bold mix of futuristic metallics and strappy statement footwear.
- 🖤 Kristen Stewart’s Quilted Chanel Boots — a gothic-punk twist on the gala’s futuristic theme.
- 💚 Hailee Steinfeld in H&M and Charlotte Olympia Platforms — youthful glamour elevated with sky-high sandals.
- ✨ 13 Show-Stopping Dresses from the 2016 Met Gala — a roundup of the evening’s most memorable looks.