The Divergent Insurgent Premiere: Deep Plunges, Dramatic Gowns & the Best Shoe Moments

At the March 16, 2015, New York premiere of The Divergent Series: Insurgent, the cast arrived in a unified red-carpet mood: deep plunging necklines, dramatic silhouettes, and gowns designed to command attention.

But beyond the headline-making cuts, each star grounded her look with carefully chosen footwear.

From Shailene Woodley’s minimalist styling to Suki Waterhouse’s romantic detailing and Ashley Judd’s spring-floral glamour, their shoe choices played a quiet but crucial role in shaping each red-carpet moment.

1. Shailene Woodley in Ralph Lauren: A Plunging Gown Paired With Stuart Weitzman’s Lace “Queen” Pumps

Shailene Woodley stuns in a sleek Ralph Lauren dress with a deep plunging neckline and high front slit, perfectly finished with Stuart Weitzman’s lace-covered “Queen” pumps at the New York premiere of The Divergent Series: Insurgent on March 16, 2015 (Credit: WENN / PNP / Andres Otero / Ivan Nikolov)

She donned a Ralph Lauren Fall 2015 dress with a plunging neckline and a dangerously high slit. Her pulled-back ponytail, clean makeup, and gold jewelry kept within the streamlined yet straightforward theme of her look.

Nowadays, it almost feels like a Shailene Woodley premiere isn’t complete without her signature barefoot moment—and the Insurgent red carpet was no exception.

After posing in her beautiful lace-covered Stuart Weitzman “Queen” pumps, the actress slipped them off and stepped out barefoot, exposing her feet to the cold New York pavement as she made her way out for the night.

Shailene Woodley styled her look with a sleek black halter dress featuring a deep plunging neckline, minimal jewelry, including a delicate gold necklace, and her hair pulled back into a simple, elegant bun

The sleek black gown featured a daring, navel-grazing plunge and a clean front slit, which allowed her Stuart Weitzman “Queen” lace-covered pumps to steal the spotlight.

Shailene Woodley’s Stuart Weitzman lace-covered pumps show through the dangerously high slit of her dress

Their delicate lace finish added texture and polish without overwhelming the minimalist silhouette.

Shailene Woodley steps out in Stuart Weitzman’s lace-covered “Queen” pumps, adding delicate texture to her sleek Ralph Lauren gown

To be fair to Shai, it did seem like she at least waited until the end of the movie premiere this time, unlike at the Divergent Berlin premiere and The Spectacular Now premiere, where she went barefoot right on the red carpet and in front of the cameras.

2. Suki Waterhouse in Reem Acra: Romantic Lace & Brian Atwood Heels That Added Height Without Weight

Suki Waterhouse dazzles in a blush Reem Acra Spring 2015 gown with a plunging neckline and lace embroidery, styled with Brian Atwood heels at the New York premiere of The Divergent Series: Insurgent on March 16, 2015 (Credit: WENN / PNP / Andres Otero / Ivan Nikolov)

Suki Waterhouse took a softer, more romantic approach to the plunging-neckline trend. While Shailene embraced sharp tailoring, Suki floated onto the carpet in a blush-pink Reem Acra Spring 2015 gown—a lacy, nude-toned confection with intricate embroidery, tulle overlays, and delicate side cutouts that gave the outfit an ethereal, fairytale quality.

She completed the ensemble with heels by Brian Atwood, a luxury American footwear designer known for creating glamorous, high-profile shoes.

This choice added height to her 5ft 7in (170.2 cm) frame without overpowering the gown’s airy silhouette, along with rows of minimalist rings and relaxed, tumbling waves that kept the overall effect dreamy and effortless.

Suki Waterhouse styled her look with a blush-nude, embellished gown featuring a deep plunging neckline, soft waves in her hair, and natural, glowing makeup

3. Ashley Judd in Badgley Mischka: Spring Florals, Sculptural Draping & Hidden Platform Heels Beneath a Floor-Length Hem

Ashley Judd looks stunning in a floral Badgley Mischka gown with a deep plunging neckline and metallic bow detail at the New York premiere of ‘The Divergent Series: Insurgent’ on March 16, 2015 (Credit: WENN / PNP / Andres Otero / Ivan Nikolov)

Ashley Judd brought a refined touch to the premiere in a Badgley Mischka Spring 2015 gown—a romantic floral creation accented with a sculptural metallic bow and beautifully draped lines.

At 5ft 5¾ (167 cm), the actress wore the look with such poise that the gown’s floor-length hem entirely concealed her heels, allowing the silhouette to flow uninterrupted.

To keep the plunging neckline secure and perfectly contoured, she relied on smart red-carpet styling tricks, including strategic Hollywood fashion tape.

Ashley Judd styled her look with a floral gown featuring a deep plunging neckline accented with a metallic bow detail on the shoulder, soft curls, and elegant makeup (Credit: WENN / PNP / Andres Otero / Ivan Nikolov)

A fan of the luxury American fashion house founded in 1988 by designers Mark Badgley and James Mischka, Ashley Judd also wore a custom Badgley Mischka Couture gown with Bvlgari jewelry to the 2018 Oscars.

Ashley Judd in a custom purple Badgley Mischka georgette strapless dress and Bulgari diamonds at the 90th Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood & Highland Center on March 4, 2018, in Hollywood, California (Credit: Lionel Hahn / Abaca USA / Instarimages)

More Divergent Actresses: Red Carpet Shoe Moments You May Have Missed

As we look back at the fashion from the New York premiere, it’s clear that the Divergent cast embraced bold silhouettes, plunging necklines, and refined eveningwear anchored by thoughtful footwear choices.

For readers who want to explore even more red carpet style from the franchise’s stars, Your Next Shoes has covered several standout moments across the Divergent press tour—highlighting the gowns, heels, and designer details that defined their appearances.