Brie Larson made a powerful style statement while celebrating International Women’s Day at the March 8, 2017, Los Angeles premiere of Kong: Skull Island.
Stepping onto the teal carpet at the Dolby Theatre, the Oscar winner embraced the occasion’s bold spirit in a custom red Oscar de la Renta gown crafted from metallic silk and pulled from the brand’s Fall 2017 collection.
Brie Larson glows in a sculpted, cross-front Oscar de la Renta midi dress at the Kong: Skull Island Los Angeles premiere
Brie Larson’s Kong: Skull Island Press Tour Kicks Off a Confident Style Streak
She started her style streak while promoting her monster film Kong: Skull Island in London, where she wore a white Ralph & Russo dress with Jimmy Choo heels, and continued to wow audiences with her fantastic red carpet look at the Los Angeles premiere.
From the side, Brie’s structured crimson dress showcases its architectural neckline and sleek, column silhouette
The halter-neck dress, with its sculptural cross-front bodice and luminous finish, delivered both sophistication and intention—its vibrant red hue chosen as a tribute to the global day of recognition and solidarity.
Brie Larson turns heads in a sculpted red Oscar de la Renta gown, elevated by the sharp, ankle-strap silhouette of Christian Louboutin’s “Uptown” pumps at the Los Angeles premiere of Kong: Skull Island on March 8, 2017 (Credit: FayesVision / Apega / WENN)
Brie completed the look with sleek Christian Louboutin pumps, Cartier jewels, and a soft side-swept hairstyle that let the gown’s architectural lines take center stage. The four-inch “Uptown” stilettos were the perfect pair to cap off her elegant ensemble.
Her black satin Christian Louboutin “Uptown” pumps feature a slim ankle strap that adds a refined, minimalist finish
She wore a similar pair of Salvatore Ferragamo shoes at the Vanity Fair Oscars After Party, and we’ve also spotted the same Louboutin “Uptown” red sole heels on Reese Witherspoon and Zoe Saldaña.
A closer look reveals the pumps’ signature red soles and pointed-toe profile, perfectly complementing the dress’s bold sheen
Brie accessorized with Cartier jewelry while opting for a glamorous updo and light makeup.
Brie completes the look with soft, side-swept waves and subtle makeup that balances the intensity of her vibrant red dress
Brie Larson’s Best Heels: From Louboutin “Uptown” Pumps to Modern Designer Favorites
Whether she’s championing emerging designers, leaning into sleek minimalist pumps, or embracing archival couture, Brie Larson’s footwear choices consistently reflect her polished, modern approach to style.
Below, we’ve highlighted some of her most memorable heel moments — including her ongoing love for Christian Louboutin’s iconic “Uptown” pumps.
👠 Explore Brie Larson & Christian Louboutin “Uptown” Moments:
- 📏 Standing at 5’7″ (170 cm) with a US shoe size 9, Brie Larson often turns to sleek designer heels to elongate her silhouette on and off the red carpet.
- 👗 Her sparkling Valentino Couture moment at the *Captain Marvel* premiere, styled with classic Christian Louboutin pumps for a powerful superhero-chic finish.
- ✨ A roundup of Brie’s best shoe moments, spanning Rodarte red carpets, Roger Vivier platforms, and elegant, minimalist heels.
- 🎥 Her archival John Galliano look paired with Gia Borghini mules and raffia pumps at the Filming Italy Sardegna Festival.
- 🔺 Amy Adams’s Venice Film Festival look featuring Christian Louboutin “Uptown” pumps — one of Hollywood’s most-worn minimalist stilettos.
- 🌸 Claire Danes’s floral brocade ensemble styled with shimmering silver Christian Louboutin “Uptown” pumps.
- 🎬 Emma Stone’s Toronto premiere appearance, where she elevated her tailored look with glossy “Uptown” stilettos.
- 💎 Reese Witherspoon’s Elie Saab mini dress moment, polished with the timeless Christian Louboutin “Uptown” pump.