Vanessa Hudgens Models Sculptural Cutout LBD and Jimmy Choo Misty Sandals

When it comes to philanthropic fashion, Vanessa Hudgens often favors sleek silhouettes that bridge the gap between Hollywood glamour and California cool.

On July 17, 2022, the High School Musical star arrived at Spago in Beverly Hills to host the No Kid Hungry x Cali Cares charity event, demonstrating how a classic “Little Black Dress” can be reimagined with modern architectural details.

Vanessa Hudgens grounds her sculptural cutout black gown with Jimmy Choo Misty satin stiletto sandals, letting the sleek open-toe heels elongate her silhouette while keeping the look polished and red-carpet ready at the Cali Cares Charity Gala on July 17, 2022 (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)

As a supporter of No Kid Hungry—a national campaign to end childhood hunger in America—Hudgens has integrated her philanthropy with her business ventures. Her beverage line, Caliwater, previously committed to donating five cents from every can sold to support the organization’s mission of solving poverty and hunger.

Hudgens’ showstopping outfit puts her toned arms and legs on display, featuring a one-shoulder silhouette, ruching on one side, and a daring cutout on the other.

The clingy number also has side slit pockets, a floor-sweeping hem, and a slit at the back for easy walking.

Vanessa Hudgens showcases her toned arms and abs in a one-shoulder cutout black dress (Credit: Xavier Collin / Image Press Agency / Cover Images)

Keeping the look chic, the Thunderbirds actress accessorized with gold jewelry. She wore a pair of chunky hoop earrings, a Cartier bangle, an array of statement rings, and a Foundrae mixed clip chain necklace with a Nefertiti pendant.

A pair of Jimmy Choo Misty open-toe stiletto sandals completed her sleek black ensemble. Another celebrity fan of these heels is Selena Gomez, who wore Jimmy Choo’s Misty platform sandals during the 2019 Cannes Film Festival.

Vanessa Hudgens styles her look with statement rings, a Cartier bracelet, hoop earrings, and a Foundrae necklace with a Nefertiti pendant (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)

Beauty-wise, Vanessa’s makeup artist, Tonya Brewer, highlighted her eyes with fluttery false lashes, glittery eyeshadow, and well-defined eyebrows. She also added a swipe of matte lipstick and heavy blush to the actress’s look.

Meanwhile, her hairstylist, Chad Wood, styled her glossy dark tresses straight with a center parting.

Vanessa Hudgens highlights her eyes with fake eyelashes and styles her dark tresses sleek and straight (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)

Hudgens was joined on the black carpet by her business partner, Oliver Trevena, who looked well-dressed in a checkered gray vest, matching pants, and a white button-up shirt with rolled-up sleeves.

He styled his outfit with a stack of bracelets on each wrist, a gold watch, and a wide-brimmed hat.

Caliwater co-founder Oliver Trevena joins Vanessa Hudgens on the black carpet in a patterned gray vest, white shirt, and a hat (Credit: Xavier Collin / Image Press Agency / Cover Images)

Vanessa Hudgens’ Shoe Style, From Red Carpet Heels to Off-Duty Sneakers

While her sculptural black gown anchored the look at the Cali Cares Charity Gala, it’s Vanessa Hudgens’ footwear choices that consistently define her fashion narrative. From sleek stiletto sandals on the red carpet to elevated sneakers off-duty, her style evolution reflects a careful balance of height-boosting silhouettes, luxury labels, and modern versatility. Explore more of her standout shoe moments—and the designer heels that frequently anchor her looks—below.