Dakota Johnson’s Whimsical Gucci Dress & Louboutin “Nicobar” Heels Steal the Show at Hollywood Film Awards

Dakota Johnson delivered a quietly captivating fashion moment at the 19th Annual Hollywood Film Awards, held at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California.

Dakota Johnson wears her hair down at the 19th Annual Hollywood Film Awards at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California, on November 1, 2015 (Credit: FayesVision / Brian To / WENN)

The ceremony drew a lineup of impeccably dressed A-listers—including Reese Witherspoon and Carey Mulligan—but Johnson, then 26, stood out with a look that blended whimsy, ease, and the confident, lightly undone polish that has since become one of her signatures.

Dakota Johnson steps onto the Hollywood Film Awards red carpet in a whimsical embroidered Gucci dress and black caged Christian Louboutin sandals

Dakota wore a whimsical see-through Gucci dress featuring colorful embroidery in green, blue, purple, and red. The long-sleeved dress also had an embroidered collar and a button-up bodice. She left a few buttons undone for a casual touch.

Up close, Dakota’s soft waves, subtle shimmer makeup, and the intricate detailing of her sheer Gucci dress highlight the romantic, bohemian feel of her look

The actress opted to go braless beneath the dress, though a pair of discreet nipple pasties under the black slip would have offered a slightly smoother, more refined finish.

The sheer embroidered hem of Dakota’s dress reveals her Christian Louboutin “Nicobar” sandals and a glimpse of her foot tattoo

Nevertheless, she looked amazing.

Dakota’s “Nicobar” sandals showcase their curved caged cutouts and mesh insets as she poses on the red carpet

Dakota showed off her tattooed feet in strappy caged sandals and accessorized with multiple rings. She wore her shoulder-length brown locks in tousled waves and kept her makeup edgy with black eyeliner and nude lipstick.

A side angle highlights the sculptural silhouette and signature red sole of Dakota’s Christian Louboutin “Nicobar” heels

Dakota showed off her pretty toes in Christian Louboutin’s “Nicobar” sandals from the Fall/Winter 2015 collection—a suede, red-soled style defined by its curved caged cutouts, sheer mesh insets, open toes, and slim ankle straps secured with snap closures.

The four-inch heels add just enough lift to keep the look elegant without overwhelming her airy Gucci dress. Daisy Ridley is also a fan of the silhouette; she once styled the black “Nicobar” version with a cream cargo skirt and a soft chiffon top.

The black leather-and-mesh version of Christian Louboutin’s “Nicobar” sandals features a striking geometric cage design and a bold block heel

Rendered in vibrant red suede, the “Nicobar” sandal takes on a softer, more playful feel while maintaining its architectural cage structure

A metallic gold iteration of the “Nicobar” sandal spotlights the style’s sleek mesh panels and polished, high-shine finish

Explore More of Dakota Johnson’s Height, Heels & Signature Style

As her Hollywood Film Awards look shows, Dakota Johnson has long balanced whimsy, ease, and just-sharp-enough polish—an approach that continues to define her red-carpet presence today. If you’re in the mood to revisit more of her height-boosting heels, minimalist staples, and standout fashion moments, the highlights below offer a curated guide to her most memorable style turns.