Back in May 2016, a glowing Blake Lively turned the Café Society photocall at the Cannes Film Festival into a true maternity style moment.
Dressed in a fiery red Juan Carlos Obando jumpsuit and Christian Louboutin sandals, the expectant star proved that pregnancy didn’t stop her from commanding the Croisette with effortless glamour.
Blake Lively adorns herself with the Jennifer Meyer gold cross bar necklace in a radiant shade of gold (Credit: WENN)
Blake Lively Joins Kristen Stewart and Jesse Eisenberg in Café Society
The 2016 American romantic comedy-drama Café Society, directed by Woody Allen, marked the first time Kristen Stewart auditioned for a role since her breakout in Twilight (2008).
Cast alongside Jesse Eisenberg and Blake Lively, Stewart helped bring the glamorous, old-Hollywood world of 1930s New York and Los Angeles to life on screen.
In the 2016 film Café Society, Blake Lively portrayed Veronica Hayes, a young divorcee whom Bobby Dorfman (Jesse Eisenberg) encounters and falls in love with (Credit: Amazon Studios / Lionsgate)
Steve Carell ultimately joined the cast of Café Society alongside Jesse Eisenberg, Kristen Stewart, and Blake Lively. For Eisenberg and Stewart, it marked their third collaboration after Adventureland (2009) and American Ultra (2015).
Lively portrayed Veronica Hayes, a sophisticated socialite who becomes romantically linked to Eisenberg’s character. Her performance was well-received by critics, with many noting how she brought warmth and elegance to the film’s glamorous 1930s setting.
Kristen Stewart’s Chanel Chic and Louboutin Edge at the Café Society Photocall
At the Café Society photocall, Kristen Stewart delivered her signature cool-girl edge in a crisp white cropped pocket tee and a sleek knit pencil skirt from Chanel’s Spring 2016 collection. The minimalist set was anything but plain, thanks to her choice of statement accessories and bold shoes.
On her feet, Stewart added personality with Christian Louboutin Pigalle Follies “Carrare” pumps, a printed style that lent a playful twist to the otherwise monochrome palette. Layered Foundrae 14K gold and diamond pendants, a Jillian Dempsey Punk Lock necklace, and a Chanel Coco Crush quilted ring brought subtle sparkle.
With smoky eyes, layered jewelry, and her tousled center-parted waves, Stewart struck the perfect balance between effortless and elevated—proving once again why she’s a Chanel muse.
Kristen Stewart looked effortlessly chic at the Café Society photocall in a cropped white Chanel pocket tee and embellished pencil skirt from the brand’s Spring 2016 collection, styled with printed Christian Louboutin Pigalle Follies “Carrare” pumps and layered gold jewelry for her signature edgy-meets-polished finish on May 11, 2016, in Cannes, France (Credit: Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock)
Blake Lively Shows Off Baby Bump in Juan Carlos Obando Jumpsuit at Cannes
Blake Lively has praised her collaboration with Woody Allen on the film “Café Society,” highlighting his empowering directorial approach, encouragement of actor improvisation, and his skill in portraying female characters in his writing (Credit: WENN)
The pregnant actress showed off her growing baby bump in a red Juan Carlos Obando jumpsuit featuring spaghetti straps and silk ‘Poolside Tonka’ trousers.
Despite both wearing sky-high Louboutins, the height contrast was striking—Blake Lively, standing 5 feet 8½ inches (174 cm), towered over Kristen Stewart, who measures 5 feet 3¾ (161.9 cm).
Kristen Stewart, noticeably petite beside Blake Lively, kept it cool in a cropped white Chanel tee layered with gold necklaces and her signature edgy waves at the Café Society photocall
She accessorized with a Jennifer Meyer 14k gold cable chain necklace, a delicate initial ring inset with a pavé white diamond “S” from the same designer, and a white gold bead ring band from Jennifer Meyer.
Blake Lively adorned her neck with a delicate scarf, casually draped—a chic response to the omnipresent choker trend
Her stunning ensemble was finished with Christian Louboutin’s “Benedetta” sandals — a glamorous high-heeled style defined by its delicate strappy construction, leg-lengthening silhouette, and the house’s signature red sole.
Often crafted in luxe satin or glossy patent leather, the “Benedetta” has become a recognizable evening staple in the designer’s lineup, perfectly matching Lively’s radiant Cannes look.
Blake Lively’s attire featured a vivid red, wide-legged Juan Carlos Obando jumpsuit
Over the years, the Christian Louboutin “Benedetta” sandals have become a go-to choice for A-listers, appearing on red carpets, premieres, and photocalls alike. Below are some of the standout YNS moments where this glamorous style has taken center stage:
Celebrity Style Moments in Christian Louboutin “Benedetta” Sandals
👠 Your Next Shoes Editorials Featuring “Benedetta” Sandals:
- 🎬 Who Looks Best in Strappy Gold Benedetta Heels: Amanda Seyfried or Janelle Monáe? — compares celebrity fashion moments in the Benedetta heels.
- 🤰 Pregnant Blake Lively Stuns … in Christian Louboutin ‘Benedetta’ Sandals — focuses on Blake’s use of the Benedetta sandals in a red carpet maternity look.
- 🌟 Blake Lively Shows Off Her Impressive Shoe Collection in Cannes — includes mention of her wearing Benedetta sandals at Cannes events.
- 📽 Blake Lively’s Baby Bump Steals the Show at “BFG” Premiere — describes another appearance of the Benedetta sandals styled with her gown.
- 🎭 Cate Blanchett With Blonde Hair Down Flaunts Divine Feet in Nude Shoes — mentions the Benedetta sandals paired with Blanchett’s look.
Blake Lively turned heads in a flowing red Juan Carlos Obando jumpsuit that draped like a gown at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival, finishing the look with barely visible but ultra-glamorous Christian Louboutin heels peeking out beneath the wide legs
From Cannes to Hollywood red carpets, Blake Lively has consistently proven her status as a true style icon, with shoes often serving as the highlight of her looks. To wrap up, here are more of her standout fashion and footwear moments featured on YNS:
More Blake Lively Shoe & Fashion Highlights
👠 Explore Blake Lively’s Best Shoe & Fashion Moments on YNS:
- 📏 Blake Lively’s Shoe Game: How Heels Elevate Her 5ft 8½″ Height — a detailed look at how she styles her footwear to complement her tall frame.
- 👗 Blake Lively Shows Off Legs for Days in Carolina Herrera Mini and Louboutin Spiked Heels — highlighting her red carpet mini dress moment with statement Louboutins.
- 🍂 Blake Lively Masters Autumn Style in Brown Huishan Zhang Skirt Suit and Christian Louboutin Boots — seasonal sophistication paired with chic Louboutin boots.
- 🌟 Blake Lively Shows Off Her Impressive Shoe Collection in Cannes — a roundup of her unforgettable Cannes footwear looks.
- 🌸 Blake Lively’s Stunning Floral Fashion for ‘It Ends with Us’ — featuring her floral statement outfit paired with metallic high heels.
- 🎭 Blake Lively Brings the Drama to the LACMA Gala in Orange Tamara Ralph Cape & Pink Christian Louboutin Heels — a dramatic fashion moment complete with bold Louboutin heels.
Director Woody Allen, Kristen Stewart, and Blake Lively strike a pose while attending their photo call for Cafe Society held during the 2016 Cannes Film Festival in Cannes on May 11, 2016 (Credit: WENN)