In October 2013, Carey Mulligan surprised everyone with her bold choice of color as she sauntered down the red carpet for the screening of Inside Llewyn Davis during the 57th BFI London Film Festival.
We mainly had seen her wearing spectacular dresses in dark hues, such as the black halter dress from Alexander McQueen that she wore to the New York Film Festival.
This time, however, she opted for a lovely lemon yellow dress from Christian Dior, which made her stand out among celebrities clad in monochromatic hues and autumn colors.
Carey Mulligan dazzles in a sculpted lemon-yellow Christian Dior dress paired with black mesh pumps, showcasing minimalist elegance with a bold twist
The British actress plays an angst-ridden folk singer in the musical drama directed by Joel and Ethan Coen. The film boasts a stellar cast, including Oscar Isaac, who plays the title role, and veteran actor John Goodman.
Carey Mulligan joining co-star Oscar Isaac on the red carpet at the screening of Inside Llewyn Davis during the 57th BFI London Film Festival held at the Odeon Leicester Square in London, England, on October 15, 2013 (Credit: Lexie Appleby / Future Image / WENN / Daniel Deme)
Carey was accompanied on the red carpet by her equally fabulous co-stars, who gamely posed for photographs and happily signed autographs for fans.
Carey Mulligan greets fans in a vibrant yellow Dior dress and black mesh pumps, blending bold color with refined elegance on the red carpet at the BFI London Film Festival
Known for her confident red carpet style, Carey Mulligan once again impressed in a striking head-to-toe Dior ensemble.
She turned heads in a structured strapless dress crafted from yellow matte silk and wool crepe—an elegant, modern silhouette that balanced sophistication with bold color.
Carey Mulligan sports a chic, wispy bun hairstyle, complementing her ensemble at the festival
Her hair was styled in a wispy bun, and her lush red lips contrasted with the color of her dress.
Complementing the Vibrant Dress: Carey’s Choice in Footwear
She also toned down the vibrant hue of her dress with a pair of black mesh pumps from Christian Dior.
Carey Mulligan completed her look with sleek black mesh pumps
👠 Celebrities Who Stunned in Mesh Pumps:
- ✨ Julianne Hough elevates her press tour look with nude mesh stiletto pumps, proving how sheer heels can add polish to daytime outfits.
- 🌟 Katie Holmes styles Christian Louboutin Cathedral mesh Mary Janes with a classic black trench for an elegant, vintage-inspired ensemble.
- 💫 Angelina Jolie steps out in black mesh Aquazzura “Savoy” pumps that perfectly complement her minimalist glamour at a film festival event.
- ✨ Sarah Paulson wears crystal-embellished mesh Aquazzura pumps to the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscars party, adding sparkle to her red carpet look.
- 🔹 Adriana Lima, Lily Collins, and Kendall Jenner rock Christian Louboutin Follies Resille mesh pumps, showing how fishnet heels remain a fashion week favorite.
The pumps feature a pointed toe and stiletto heel, crafted from sheer black mesh with suede trim for a modern, structured finish
🛍️ Shop Similar Styles: Mesh Pump Alternatives to Carey Mulligan’s Dior Heels
We couldn’t locate Carey’s exact Christian Dior black mesh pumps online, but the following are stylish mesh pump alternatives currently available at Nordstrom:
Kate Spade “Lisa” Bow-Print Mesh Pumps, $325
Diane von Furstenberg “Bianca” Leather Mesh Pumps, $350
Jimmy Choo “Amika” Lace and Mesh Pumps, $695
Salvatore Ferragamo “Renita” Suede Pumps with Mesh Inserts, $703
Nicholas Kirkwood Lace Mesh Pumps, $780
👠 Carey Mulligan’s Signature Shoe & Fashion Moments:
- 📏 Carey’s current US shoe size 7.5 and her love for Dior mesh pumps and Nina Ricci d’Orsay heels, as she elevates her 5′6″ frame on red carpets and press tours.
- 🎬 Mulligan stuns in Francesco Russo and Rupert Sanderson heels at the “Mudbound” premieres, demonstrating her minimalist-chic footwear evolution.
- ✨ She channels glamour in gold Louboutin Iriza half d’Orsay pumps at the “Wildlife” premiere, blending baroque inspiration with modern elegance.
- 🏆 At Berlinale, Carey pairs plush velvet court heels with Schiaparelli couture, reinforcing her impeccable red carpet polish.
- 🎥 Her Golden Globes look finalized with classic Manolo Blahnik BB pumps, cementing her Old Hollywood–inspired glamour at the 2024 awards.