Christina Hendricks’ 7 Best Red-Carpet Looks — and the Stunning Shoes That Made Them Iconic

Christina Hendricks has delivered some of the most memorable curve-celebrating red-carpet looks of the last decade—and her footwear choices are just as unforgettable.

From lace-on-lace romanticism to glittering stilettos and old-Hollywood glamour, these seven standout outfits highlight how she pairs bold fashion with equally striking shoes.

Below, we break down each look—dress, styling, and, of course, the heels.

Etro Fall 2018 Silk Dress & Metallic Pointed-Toe Heels (NBC Mid-Season Press Junket)

Christina Hendricks made a stunning appearance on the red carpet at NBC’s New York 2019 Mid-Season Press Junket, held at the Four Seasons Hotel in New York City.

Christina Hendricks’ outfit emphasizes her cleavage with a plunging neckline and structured velvet bodice, drawing attention to her chest with a fitted design that accentuates her curves

Hendricks showcased her curves in a silk asymmetrical dress from Etro’s Fall 2018 Collection.

Christina Hendricks stuns in a bohemian-inspired printed dress with velvet details and metallic pointed-toe heels at NBC’s New York 2019 Mid-Season Press Junket in New York City on January 24, 2019 (Credit: WENN)

Body Confidence, Style Challenges, and Christina Hendricks’ Early Fashion Journey

In a 2011 interview with Daily Mail’s You magazine, Christina Hendricks spoke candidly about body confidence and the constant questions she received early in her career. She shared that she’s learned to embrace the figure she was born with—even when it made wardrobe choices more challenging.

George Bianchini and his girlfriend Christina Hendricks attend the MOCA Gala 2022 at The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA on June 4, 2022, in Los Angeles, California (Credit: BauerGriffin / INSTARimages / Cover Images)

Christina later expanded on that conversation in a 2021 interview with The Guardian, noting that during Mad Men’s peak, she often found herself fielding the same questions about her appearance rather than her work.

“There certainly was a time when we were very critically acclaimed… and everyone just wanted to ask me about my bra again,” she said, emphasizing how repetitive—and limiting—the line of questioning became.

Christina Hendricks exudes elegance in a bold black dress with structured shoulders (Credit: WENN)

Her confidence and visibility resonated widely. Around the same time, industry analysts pointed to what became known as the “Christina Hendricks effect,” crediting her influence with helping broaden the mainstream understanding that beauty comes in many shapes—and does not require conforming to ultra-thin standards.

Temperley London Cargo Jumpsuit & Glittering Stiletto Pumps (2018 People’s Choice Awards)

At the 2018 People’s Choice Awards at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, Christina showed off her curves in a green cotton Temperley London Fall 2018 cargo jumpsuit with a Roberto Bravo onyx ring.

Christina Hendricks flaunted her curves in a green cotton cargo jumpsuit at the 2018 People’s Choice Awards at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California, on November 11, 2018 (Credit: WENN)

The “Mad Men” star revealed sexy toe cleavage in glittering pointy-toe stiletto pumps.

Christina Hendricks’ toe cleavage in glittering pointy-toe stiletto pumps (Credit: WENN)

Alice + Olivia Floral Dress, Straw Hat & Summer Sandals (2018 Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic)

One month earlier, Christina was joined by her then-husband, Geoffrey Arend, at the 2018 Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic at Will Rogers State Historic Park. They split in 2019 after ten years of marriage.

Her Mad Men co-star, Vincent Kartheiser, introduced them in 2007, and they married in October 2009. She wore a floral Alice + Olivia Pre-Fall 2018 dress and a straw hat.

Christina Hendricks and husband Geoffrey Arend at the 2018 Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic at Will Rogers State Historic Park in the Pacific Palisades, California, on October 6, 2018 (Credit: WENN)

Bella Freud ‘Nova’ Maxi Dress & Gold Stella Luna Heels (TIFF *American Woman* Premiere)

She also looked stunning in Bella Freud’s ‘Nova’ crepe maxi dress at the “American Woman” premiere at the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival.

Her outfit was completed with gold Stella Luna shoes, an Emm Kuo clutch, Dean Davidson earrings, and Wonder Woman cuffs.

Christina Hendricks in Bella Freud’s ‘Nova’ crepe maxi dress at the premiere of American Woman at the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival in Toronto, Canada, on September 9, 2018 (Credit: WENN)

Charlotte Olympia Clutch & Nude Pointed-Toe Pumps (NBCUniversal Upfronts)

We got a better look at her voluptuous figure at the NBCUniversal Upfront campaign at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.

Good Girls‘ Mae Whitman, Christina Hendricks, and Retta at the NBCUniversal Upfront campaign event held at Radio City Music Hall in New York City on May 14, 2018 (Credit: WENN)

She toted Charlotte Olympia’s I Carried A Watermelon embellished satin clutch and displayed her pretty feet in nude pointy-toe pumps.

Christina Hendricks’ nude pointed-toe pumps create an elongated leg effect (Credit: WENN)

Custom Christian Siriano Ensemble & Jimmy Choo Heels (2018 Golden Globe Awards)

Christina brought old Hollywood glamour to the red carpet at the 2018 Golden Globe Awards. She donned a custom Christian Siriano outfit, a Jennifer Behr barrette, Jimmy Choo shoes and clutch, and Chopard jewelry.

Christina Hendricks in a custom Christian Siriano outfit at the 2018 Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on January 7, 2018 (Credit: WENN)

Dolce & Gabbana Lace Dress & Lace Peep-Toe Heels (2012 Pre-Emmy Event)

In September 2012, the red-haired beauty highlighted her figure at the Variety and Women in Film Pre-Emmy event held in Beverly Hills.

Actress Christina Hendricks flashes her legs at the Variety and Women in Film Pre-EMMY Event presented by Saint Vintage at Scarpetta Beverly Hills on September 21, 2012 (Credit: WENN)

While her creamy white skin and red tresses were stunning, the one thing we couldn’t forget about Christina that day was her outfit. The certified bombshell decked herself in head-to-toe lace.

Christina Hendricks carries a black-and-gold lace clutch that echoes the romantic texture of her lace ensemble (Credit: WENN)

And by that, we mean a black lace dress paired with a lace-detailed purse, plus some equally romantic and feminine lace peep-toe heels:

A closer look at Christina Hendricks’ black lace peep-toe heels, complete with a delicate bow accent and sheer floral overlay (Credit: WENN)

As you can see, not only did the actress go all-out monochromatic, but she took it a little further by taking matchy-matchy EXTRA seriously, coordinating her dress with accessories in the same texture – lace.

Christina Hendricks’ black lace pumps feature sheer floral mesh, a sculpted stiletto heel, and a feminine bow that mirrors the romantic texture of her outfit

So here’s the question: Do you think Christina’s lace-on-lace combination was overkill? Or would you say there was nothing wrong with the outfit?

Her lace dress is by Dolce & Gabbana. Christina’s exquisite bow-detailed lace pumps are still a mystery, but you can get the look with these equally gorgeous Valentino options from Nordstrom:

Valentino Lace Couture Bow Pumps, $895

Valentino Lace Couture Bow D’Orsay Heels, $895

More Christina Hendricks Style & Shoe Moments

Before we wrap, it’s worth spotlighting a few of Christina Hendricks’ standout fashion and footwear highlights from across Your Next Shoes. From lace-on-lace red-carpet glamour to velvet pumps, metallic heels, and sleek Pre-Emmy styling, these features capture how consistently she delivers striking, curve-celebrating style paired with equally memorable shoes.