In one of the most dazzling red-carpet throwbacks, Diane Kruger lit up the blue carpet in a radiant yellow-on-yellow Prabal Gurung ensemble at the 27th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in New York City on May 14, 2016.
Sharing the spotlight that evening, Mariah Carey shimmered in a crystal-embellished Mark Zunino haute couture gown with a plunging neckline, proving why both stars remain enduring style icons.
A vision in yellow, Diane Kruger stuns in a breezy Prabal Gurung ensemble at the GLAAD Media Awards, showcasing her signature effortless glamour
The then-39-year-old German actress wore a sheer, floaty skirt with a train paired with a yellow tiered halter top.
Diane Kruger dazzles in a vibrant Prabal Gurung ensemble featuring a layered yellow halter top and a flowing, semi-sheer skirt at the GLAAD Media Awards
Despite being hidden by the flowing skirt of her Prabal Gurung gown, Diane Kruger’s choice of high heels was a deliberate styling decision.
At 5’5.5″, the actress, who began her career as a model, often uses high heels to create the illusion of greater height, a common practice in red carpet fashion. Her favorite shoe brands include Stuart Weitzman, Christian Louboutin, Jimmy Choo, and Giuseppe Zanotti.
The vibrant yellow color complements Diane Kruger’s fair complexion, and the sheer fabric adds a touch of ethereal elegance to the look, which she enhanced with hidden high heels to add height
Diane Kruger’s hair is styled in soft waves, and she completes the look with a bold red lip
Kruger’s breezy ensemble came straight from Prabal Gurung’s runway vision, pairing the “Jasmine” crepe de chine draped halter with the matching charmeuse fluted skirt. The Nepalese-American designer, born in Singapore in 1974 and raised in Kathmandu, has built his New York–based label—founded in 2009—on bold color, impeccable tailoring, and culturally inspired motifs that redefine modern glamour.
Beloved by icons from Gwyneth Paltrow and Michelle Monaghan to Rita Ora and Michelle Obama, Gurung’s designs strike the perfect balance between sophistication and statement-making style, and Kruger’s sunshine look captured that essence flawlessly.
Diane Kruger accessorizes with a simple black clutch, allowing the bold outfit to take center stage at the 27th Annual GLAAD Media Awards held at The Waldorf Astoria in New York on May 14, 2016 (Credit: Dennis Van Tine / Future Image / WENN / C. Smith)
With its breezy silhouette and vibrant hue, Kruger’s look delivered the ultimate dose of summer glamour—effortlessly transitioning from red carpet drama to a resort-ready statement. It’s the kind of radiant styling that reminds us why she remains one of fashion’s most reliable scene-stealers.
From bold runway gowns to everyday streetwear, Diane Kruger continues to prove her versatility as a true fashion icon. To dive deeper into her evolving style and shoe choices, explore some of her standout moments below.
More Diane Kruger Fashion & Shoe Highlights
👠 Explore Diane Kruger’s Style & Shoe Moments:
- 📸 Retro Parisian Chic: Patou Skirt Suit, Striped Headscarf & Gold-Heeled Mules — a fresh take on Diane’s mod-inspired street-style at the Patou Spring/Summer 2026 show.
- ✨ 1920s-Inspired Femme Fatale: Nina Ricci Lace Bodysuit & Sculptural Heels at Vogue World 2024 — Diane channeling sultry vintage glamour at a high-profile Paris event.
- 🌟 Psychedelic Mini & Blue Attico Heels — WMF Perfection Campaign — bold monochrome mini dress paired with standout blue satin The Attico pumps.
- 🎬 Bejeweled Zanotti Heels in Berlin — Bold Pattern-Mixing — the iconic yellow Giuseppe Zanotti embellished sandals at the Berlin Film Festival.
- 🏙️ Casual Cool: Nike Air Max NYC Street Style — Diane keeps it relaxed and stylish with robin-egg blue Nike Air Max sneakers.