In 2016, Alicia Vikander was Hollywood’s breakout star—an Oscar winner with red carpet credibility to match. That April, she landed the coveted role of Lara Croft in Tomb Raider (2018), edging out contenders like Daisy Ridley, Emilia Clarke, and Saoirse Ronan.
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Born October 3, 1988, Vikander was 28 during filming in early 2017 and 29 when the film premiered in March 2018. To embody the action heroine, she trained intensively with Swedish fitness coach Magnus Lygdback, the same expert who prepared Alexander Skarsgård for The Legend of Tarzan.
Safari Chic: Alicia Vikander in Chloé Dress and River Wedges in Madrid
Alicia Vikander launched the Tomb Raider promotional tour on February 28, 2018, at a photo call held at the elegant Hotel Santo Mauro in Madrid, Spain.
Alicia Vikander keeps her beauty look minimal with loose waves and natural makeup at the Madrid Tomb Raider photocall
For the occasion, the Oscar-winning actress stepped into a Chloé Pre-Fall 2018 belted dress with flared sleeves, pairing the earthy brown look with the label’s “River” lace-up wedge booties.
The actress steps out in a belted Chloé Pre-Fall 2018 dress styled with lace-up “River” wedge booties
The ensemble hinted at Lara Croft’s adventurous, safari-inspired aesthetic.
Still, the muted tones and heavy styling risked feeling flat rather than fierce—especially compared to the high-fashion impact of other blockbuster promo tours, like Black Panther’s.
Vikander poses in front of her fierce Lara Croft poster backdrop, echoing the film’s adventurous tone
The earthy brown dress features flared sleeves and soft pleating, cinched with a matching belt
Alicia Vikander’s safari-inspired look is finished with open-toe wedges that blend rugged laces with a sleek silhouette at the “Tomb Raider” photo call at the Santo Mauro Hotel in Madrid, Spain, on February 28, 2018 (Credit: DyD Fotografos / Future Image / Oscar Gonzalez / Sean Thorton / WENN)
Earlier that year, Haley Bennett styled the Chloe “River” booties with a Chloe Spring 2018 dress at the 2018 Critics’ Choice Awards.
A closer view of the Chloé “River” boots shows their lug sole, metallic trim, and utilitarian lace-up design
Since 2015, Alicia Vikander has served as a Louis Vuitton ambassador, a partnership that mirrors her own elegant yet modern aesthetic.
Under creative director Nicolas Ghesquière, she has worn custom LV creations for major red-carpet moments, from the Venice Film Festival to global premieres, and even fronted campaigns, such as the 2017 Louis Vuitton x Jeff Koons handbag series.
Romantic Strength: Vikander’s Floral Louis Vuitton Look at the London Premiere
So it was only fitting that for the Tomb Raider premiere in London on March 6, 2018, Vikander once again turned to the French house.
Alicia Vikander stuns in a gilded floral Louis Vuitton gown with sculpted shoulders, sleek braid, and geometric jewelry at the Tomb Raider London premiere on March 6, 2018 (Credit: Fred Duval / Shutterstock)
The Oscar winner stunned in a gilded Asian-floral gown that paired romantic femininity with architectural edge.
Alicia Vikander shows off the gilded floral detailing of her Louis Vuitton gown with sculpted shoulders
The sculpted shoulders and metallic finish added drama, while a sleek braided ponytail and geometric jewelry sharpened the look.
The Oscar winner radiates confidence in a plunging neckline offset by geometric jewelry
A braided ponytail adds a sleek, modern twist to the back view of her structured gown
Vikander commands the red carpet in a shimmering Asian-floral Louis Vuitton creation paired with gold platforms at the European premiere of her anticipated film ‘Tomb Raider’ held at the Vue West End in London, England, on March 6, 2018 (Credit: WENN / Lia Toby / Mario Mitsis)
Gold platform sandals peeked out from beneath the sweeping hem, showing off her toned legs and elegant feet.
A closer look at her metallic gold platform sandals reveals bold block heels and slim ankle straps
The gown’s sweeping hem opens just enough to showcase her gleaming platform heels on the red carpet
At 29, Vikander proved she could hold her own on the blockbuster stage, turning heads with a look equal parts delicate and powerful. Her husband, Michael Fassbender, joined her at the event, though the couple kept their red-carpet moments separate.
✨ Explore Alicia Vikander’s Louis Vuitton Shoe Moments
As a longtime Louis Vuitton ambassador, Alicia Vikander has made the brand’s footwear and gowns a signature part of her red carpet identity. Here are some standout YNS highlights:
- 👠 Alicia Vikander Embraces Her Swedish, Finnish, and Baltic Roots in LV Heels — featuring custom couture and white ankle-strap sandals.
- 📏 Alicia Vikander’s Height and Favorite Louis Vuitton Heels — exploring how LV heels complement her 5’6″ frame and shoe size.
- 👢 Alicia Vikander’s Hot Feet in Mansur Gavriel and Louis Vuitton — spotlighting her chic black LV snakeskin sandals with ankle straps.
- 🖤 Alicia Vikander Channels Addams Family at the Oscars in Custom Louis Vuitton — paired with statement-making lace-up LV sandals.
Alicia Vikander committed fully to the role of Lara Croft, gaining twelve pounds of muscle in just four months and even performing some of her own stunts.
Her co-star Walton Goggins described her as a “powerhouse,” admitting she put his own fitness routine to shame. On The Graham Norton Show, Vikander recalled being captivated by Lara Croft as a child, saying the fearless heroine left a lasting impression on her.
Hollywood Glamour: Alicia Vikander Dazzles in Gold-and-Black Louis Vuitton in LA
Carrying that same strength into her promotional tour, Vikander brought both power and polish to the red carpet.
Alicia Vikander exudes Hollywood glamour in a gold-and-black off-the-shoulder Louis Vuitton gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Tomb Raider on March 12, 2018 (Credit: Tinseltown / Shutterstock)
Vikander admitted on The Graham Norton Show that she first discovered Tomb Raider at a friend’s house as a child. While she was too nervous to play through the game, she loved watching Lara Croft’s moves and was struck by the rare sight of a female protagonist in gaming—a memory that made the role especially meaningful years later.
As her career accelerated with the release of Tomb Raider, her style profile rose just as sharply. Long before her Lara Croft press tour, Vikander was already delivering standout red carpet looks, including a striking appearance at the 2016 Jason Bourne premiere.
Throwback Style: Vikander’s Off-the-Shoulder Proenza Schouler Dress for Jason Bourne
With soft waves pulled into a half-up style and fresh makeup, she completed the chic, understated look
In July 2016, Alicia opted for head-to-toe black as she attended a photo call for Jason Bourne in Madrid. She showed off her toned shoulders and legs in a playful LBD from Proenza Schouler’s spring 2016 collection.
Alicia Vikander stuns in a black off-the-shoulder Proenza Schouler dress at the Jason Bourne photocall in Madrid on July 13, 2016 (Credit: Sean Thorton / Oscar Gonzalez / DyD Fotografos / Future Image / WENN)
The off-the-shoulder flared dress featured a choker-style neckline, velvet tie, ruffle details, and an asymmetric hemline.
The actress pairs her ruffled LBD with sleek black ankle-strap sandals featuring tassel details
The “Anna Karenina” star let her dress do the talking by accessorizing with only a statement ring and black sandals. She wore her brunette tresses in loose curls and completed the look with a pop of color in red lipstick.
Vikander strikes confident poses on the black carpet, highlighting the dress’s asymmetric hemline
Alicia’s sandals appeared to be crafted from a mix of leather and suede, designed with slim ankle straps, four-inch stiletto heels, and playful tassel accents swinging at the back.
A closer look at her sandals reveals minimalist straps and playful tassel accents at the heels
Alicia Vikander shows off her pedicure in sleek black ankle-strap heels with tassel accents at the Jason Bourne photocall
More Alicia Vikander Shoe and Fashion Highlights
To close, here’s a look at some of Alicia Vikander’s most memorable footwear and red carpet fashion moments featured on Your Next Shoes:
👠 Explore Alicia Vikander’s Shoe & Fashion Moments:
- 📏 Alicia Vikander’s Height and Favorite Louis Vuitton Heels — how she uses designer shoes (LV, Jimmy Choo, Loewe) to elongate her frame.
- ✨ Alicia Vikander Rocks Stylish Rose Heels at the Firebrand Premiere — strappy metallic heels with slim ankle-straps and ~4-inch stiletto heels complete her dramatic LV look.
- 👢 Alicia Vikander Embraces Her Swedish Roots in LV Heels — a red carpet retrospective of her Louis Vuitton footwear and evolving style.
- 🌟 Alicia Vikander’s “Hot Feet” in Mansur Gavriel and LV Sandals — featuring her black snakeskin Louis Vuitton sandals with adjustable ankle straps and ~4-inch heels.