When Emilia Clarke arrived at the 71st Annual Primetime Emmy Awards on September 22, 2019, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, she wore a look that balanced classic Hollywood proportions with a distinctively modern color palette.
The evening marked a milestone for the Game of Thrones cast, as the series secured its fourth consecutive win for Outstanding Drama Series.
Emilia Clarke balances a plunging navy Valentino gown with a softly cinched waist and fluid skirt, letting the clean lines and deep tone carry the red-carpet impact at the 71st Annual Primetime Emmy Awards held at Microsoft Theater L.A. Live on September 22, 2019, in Los Angeles, California (Credit: WENN / Avalon)
Her jewelry served as the primary focal point against the deep navy of her gown. Clarke chose a pair of David Webb drop earrings, valued at approximately $72,000.
The pieces are a detailed study in texture, featuring cabochon opal drops paired with fluted sapphires, brilliant-cut diamonds, and a touch of green enamel set in 18-karat yellow gold and platinum.
Her David Webb drop earrings—opal, sapphire, and diamond set in yellow gold—add color and texture that lift the minimalist neckline without competing with it
To complement the plunging silhouette of her Valentino Fall 2019 Couture dress, the petite actress opted for Jimmy Choo platform heels.
These satin sandals provided the necessary height for the floor-length hemline while maintaining the tonal consistency of the ensemble.
Turning slightly, the gown’s low back and thigh-high slit reveal tonal platform sandals that extend her line while keeping the look grounded and cohesive
Clarke, whose red carpet style often favors bold silhouettes, transitioned the runway-heavy couture piece into a streamlined awards-show look.
With sleek center-parted hair and natural makeup, Clarke keeps the focus on silhouette and proportion, letting the dress and statement earrings do the work
More Jimmy Choo Platform Moments That Prove Height Can Still Look Elegant
Emilia Clarke’s tonal platforms show why Jimmy Choo remains a red-carpet favorite: the added lift supports dramatic gowns, while refined straps, satin finishes, and balanced proportions keep the effect polished rather than heavy.
👠 Explore Jimmy Choo Platform Sandal & Heel Moments:
- ✨ Sarah Hyland’s gray suede Jimmy Choo “Holly” sandals show how a petite frame can carry a bold platform when the ankle strap, block heel, and soft suede finish keep the proportions controlled.
- 🌸 Dove Cameron’s Jimmy Choo “Liberty” platform sandals bring romantic height to a pink premiere gown, turning a soft look into something more dramatic and red-carpet ready.
- 🤍 Lana Condor’s pearl-embellished Jimmy Choo “Sacaria” platforms pair playful sparkle with serious lift, balancing a satin mini dress with a polished, leg-lengthening finish.
- 💛 Zendaya’s yellow Jimmy Choo platform sandals matched her Valentino gown at the Oscars, proving how a tonal shoe can sharpen a monochrome couture moment.
- 📏 Emmy Rossum’s nude Jimmy Choo “Seattle” platform sandals use a skin-toned finish, wide crisscross straps, and towering height to visually extend the leg under an airy skirt.
- 🌟 Michelle Yeoh’s Jimmy Choo platform heels gave her Armani Privé Golden Globes gown added lift while preserving the regal, sculptural line of the look.