Anna Paquin’s Schutz & Brian Atwood Shoe Moments—and Why She Refuses to Fix Her Famous Tooth Gap

Anna Paquin turned heads at the 2019 Vanity Fair Oscar Party, arriving arm-in-arm with her husband, Stephen Moyer, in a striking Monique Lhuillier gown.

She completed the look with sleek Schutz heels, proving that the True Blood star knows how to pair bold footwear with red-carpet glamour.

While this dazzling moment captured her sophisticated style, Paquin has delivered memorable shoe choices throughout her career — from Brian Atwood pumps in 2012 to Christian Louboutin heels at earlier Hollywood events.

Her fashion story is also defined by confidence; she embraces her natural smile and petite frame, opting for looks that celebrate individuality rather than conform to trends.

Anna Paquin and her husband Stephen Moyer at the 2019 Vanity Fair Oscar Party held at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills, California, on February 24, 2019 (Credit: WENN)

Anna Paquin Elevates Her Petite Frame in Monique Lhuillier and Schutz Heels

She stood 5ft 4½ (163.8 cm) tall in a Monique Lhuillier Spring 2019 dress, elevated by Schutz heels and accessorized with a Lala Léxa clutch and Jennifer Meyer jewelry.

The Canadian-born New Zealand actress — best known for The Piano, the X-Men series, and as Sookie Stackhouse in True Blood — has often spoken about dressing for her petite frame.

“I’m five inches shorter than everyone else, so all my shoes have about like three inches of height,” she once revealed of filming X-Men. Paquin, who wears a reported US shoe size 7, has also candidly noted, “I’m 5’4” and change! I know I will never be like Gisele, and I also know I will never be a hipless, assless supermodel.”

Anna Paquin looked radiant in a sheer floral Monique Lhuillier gown, styled with a Lala Léxa clutch and strappy Schutz heels, as she posed with husband Stephen Moyer at the 2019 Vanity Fair Oscar Party (Credit: WENN)

Of course, Anna Paquin wasn’t the only star to make a fashionable entrance that evening. The 2019 Vanity Fair Oscar Party was filled with unforgettable shoe moments that deserve a closer look.

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Beyond her striking red carpet style, Anna Paquin is also known for her unapologetic confidence in embracing her natural beauty.

Her radiant smile has become such a defining feature that it sometimes steals the spotlight from her outfits and shoes — a rare feat for someone whose footwear choices, from Schutz heels to Brian Atwood pumps, are often conversation starters on their own.

Anna Paquin’s Signature Smile: A Confident Red Carpet Trademark

Anna has long embraced her natural features, including the gap between her front teeth, which has become one of her signature trademarks on the red carpet.

Anna Paquin flashed her trademark smile at the premiere of The Parting Glass during the 2018 Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Czech Republic on July 1, 2018, reaffirming her decision to embrace her natural teeth as part of her authentic red-carpet style (Credit: WENN)

In a 2012 interview with Zooey Magazine, she admitted, “Honestly, I don’t really care about my teeth. But I think any woman on this planet could say, ‘I wish my ass was smaller, my arms were thinner, and I had green eyes instead of brown.’ We’re all critical of ourselves to some extent, but as an actress, I know you become more limited if you interfere too much with your looks.”

Anna Paquin highlighted her signature smile at the 26th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards held at The Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on January 19, 2020, confidently embracing her natural look on the red carpet (Credit: WENN)

Her refusal to “fix” her teeth reflects a broader confidence in individuality — the same attitude that shines through in her fashion choices.

Whether stepping out in statement Brian Atwood pumps or classic Schutz heels, Paquin proves that true style isn’t about perfection but about owning what makes you unique.

Anna Paquin flashed her radiant smile at the 2019 Cinematographers Guild Publicists Awards, held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on February 22, 2019 (Credit: WENN)

One standout moment was many years earlier at the 2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party, where her shoe choice proved to be a hidden gem.

The Allure of Authenticity: Anna Paquin’s Natural Beauty at Vanity Fair

At first glance, Anna Paquin’s chunky black velvet pumps at the 2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party looked simple and understated — at least until we got a closer look.

The True Blood actress styled her shoes with a Monique Lhuillier laser-cut shredded skirt dress.

A glimpse of mystery: Anna Paquin coyly conceals her signature gap-toothed smile

But it was one photo that made me reconsider and do a double-take.

Anna Paquin’s Striking Brian Atwood ‘Donna’ Pumps with Red Bow Detailing

We’re trained to spot even the most minute shoe details here on Your Next Shoes, and that hint of red peeking out from behind Anna Paquin’s heel was a promise of much better things beneath the surface.

Anna Paquin in a Monique Lhuillier laser-cut shredded skirt dress at the 2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter held at Sunset Tower in West Hollywood on February 27, 2011 (Credit: WENN)

I wasn’t disappointed. My quick research brought these from-the-back pictures of Anna Paquin at the 2011 Vanity Fair Oscar Party. As soon as I laid eyes on these, I immediately regretted my initial disregard for Anna Paquin:

Anna Paquin adds a personal touch to her look with a delicate foot tattoo, perfectly complemented by her black velvet Brian Atwood ‘Donna’ pumps

The striking red bow trailing down the back of Anna Paquin’s Brian Atwood pumps added a signature touch of drama and sophistication—an instantly recognizable flourish from the designer that turned a classic silhouette into a statement piece.

Anna Paquin steps out in stunning Brian Atwood ‘Donna’ platform pumps adorned with striking red ribbon embellishments

Anna Paquin’s pumps are the Brian Atwood ‘Donna’ ribbon-embellished platform pumps from the Fall 2010 collection. The black patent leather version of these retailed online for as much as $700 when they were available.

Moving back a year earlier, Anna once again turned to Brian Atwood for a bold statement shoe at another red-carpet event.

Anna Paquin’s Edgy Footwear Moment: Brian Atwood ‘Harrison’ Pumps Take the Spotlight

We also want to share these Brian Atwood ‘Harrison’ pumps that Anna wore to a ‘True Blood’ season premiere.

Anna Paquin stuns at HBO’s ‘True Blood’ Season 3 Premiere at the ArcLight Cinemas in Hollywood on June 8, 2010, effortlessly styling a bold blue-and-black Proenza Schouler dress with classic black pumps and a sleek clutch for a modern, edgy-chic look (Credit: Apega / WENN / Adriana M. Barraza)

The pumps feature flashy heel chain embellishments. She paired them with a Proenza Schouler Pre-Fall 2010 dress and a PS1 clutch.

Anna Paquin showcases her feet in bold Brian Atwood ‘Harrison’ pumps featuring striking chain-embellished heels

Anna Paquin wasn’t the only fan of Brian Atwood’s edgy ‘Harrison’ pumps — their bold design had a lasting influence on the red carpet, making waves again two years later at the 2012 People’s Choice Awards.

Ashley Greene Rocks Brian Atwood ‘Harrison’ Pumps at the 2012 People’s Choice Awards

Ashley Greene wore the same pumps to the 2012 People’s Choice Awards. She styled them with a custom DKNY leather and lace dress.

Ashley Greene exudes edgy elegance at the 2012 People’s Choice Awards, flaunting her toned legs in a sleek DKNY leather and lace dress, paired effortlessly with glossy black Brian Atwood pumps for a bold yet sophisticated red carpet look

From red-carpet glamour to off-duty style, Anna Paquin has consistently embraced fashion that reflects both elegance and individuality. Her footwear and accessory choices highlight her versatility, whether stepping out for premieres or making chic street-style statements.

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