On February 9, 2020, Heidi Klum attended two of Oscar night’s biggest after-parties in Los Angeles, changing from crystal-embellished Jimmy Choo sandals at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party to sparkling Aquazzura sandals at the Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscar Viewing Party.
The two looks showcased distinct approaches to evening dressing. One paired a heavily embellished couture gown with metallic crystal footwear, while the other embraced animal print and sculptural tailoring with black crystal-trimmed heels. Below, we revisit both outfits and the statement sandals that completed them.
1. Heidi Klum Channels Old Hollywood Glamour in Jimmy Choo Shiloh Sandals at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party
At the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, Klum embraced a more romantic aesthetic, pairing Georges Hobeika Spring 2020 Couture with crystal-covered footwear that echoed the sparkle of her embellished gown.
Klum complemented her Georges Hobeika couture gown with beauty styling inspired by 1960s French cinema. Hairstylist Wendy Iles created a softly teased half-up hairstyle with subtle volume at the crown, while makeup artist Linda Hay balanced the look with smoky eyes, winged liner, and a nude lip.
The vintage-inspired beauty direction contrasted with the gown’s contemporary construction, allowing the crystal-covered Jimmy Choo sandals to feel like a natural extension of the overall look rather than a separate statement piece.
Heidi Klum wears a Brigitte Bardot-inspired tousled hairstyle and smoky eye makeup at the Vanity Fair Oscar party on February 9, 2020 (Credit: Sheri Determan / Instar / WENN)
From the Spring 2020 Couture collection, the Georges Hobeika design combined intricate beadwork, shimmering fringe, and a structured bodice that emphasized movement under flash photography.
Lorraine Schwartz jewelry enhanced the gown’s shimmering beadwork, while stylist Rob Zangardi completed the look with Jimmy Choo’s crystal-covered Shiloh sandals.
Heidi Klum wears a crystal-fringed Georges Hobeika Spring 2020 Couture gown with Jimmy Choo Shiloh sandals
Introduced during the brand’s late-2010s eveningwear era, the crystal-trimmed design became a recurring red-carpet favorite worn by celebrities including Carrie Underwood, Kate Upton, and Marsai Martin before evolving into one of Jimmy Choo’s recognizable archival sandal styles.
Heidi Klum’s metallic Jimmy Choo Shiloh sandals feature crystal-covered toe and ankle straps set atop slender stiletto heels
Although no longer part of Jimmy Choo’s current seasonal collections, the Shiloh remains available through the pre-owned market.
As of June 2026, Farfetch listed several pre-owned Jimmy Choo Shiloh sandals, including crystal-embellished versions priced at approximately $383, $543, and $694.
Jimmy Choo’s Shiloh 85 sandals combine a metallic leather base with jewel-encrusted straps for an evening-ready finish
The Jimmy Choo Shiloh 100 reimagines the silhouette in black suede accented with faceted crystal detailing
That same night, Klum shifted from romantic couture dressing to a more graphic aesthetic, arriving at the Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscar Viewing Party in a structured Jean Paul Gaultier ensemble anchored by crystal-trimmed Aquazzura sandals.
2. Heidi Klum Goes Bold in Leopard Print and Aquazzura Sandals at Elton John’s Oscar Viewing Party
The Jean Paul Gaultier Fall 2019 look introduced stronger lines and bolder proportions through its sculptural neckline, sweeping train, and waist-defining belt.
Heidi Klum attends the Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscar Viewing Party in a leopard-print Jean Paul Gaultier Fall 2019 gown with an elongated train on February 9, 2020 (Credit: Sheri Determan / Instar / WENN)
Lorraine Schwartz bangles, a Tyler Ellis clutch, and crystal-trimmed Aquazzura sandals completed the look, providing a refined counterpoint to the bold leopard print.
Aquazzura sandals edged with crystal trim brought a refined contrast to Heidi Klum’s bold animal-print ensemble
Aquazzura has continued to revisit crystal-accented evening sandals throughout subsequent collections, making Klum’s Oscar-night choice feel representative of the brand’s broader approach to occasion footwear.
While the exact crystal-trimmed Aquazzura sandals Heidi Klum wore in 2020 appear to have been archived, embellished evening styles remain central to the brand’s identity.
As of June 2026, Mytheresa carries a wide selection of crystal-accented designs, including the Aquazzura Tequila sandals priced from $1,144 to $1,635, alongside styles such as the Tell Me Crystal satin sandals ($1,360), Hold Me 85 crystal-embellished sandals ($1,845), Love Struck embellished sandals ($1,500–$1,710), and Bijoux 105 metallic leather sandals ($1,655). The continued prominence of crystal detailing across the collection underscores how Klum’s Oscar-night footwear choice remains representative of Aquazzura’s broader approach to occasion dressing.
Aquazzura’s crystal-trimmed sandal silhouette pairs minimalist lines with delicate embellishment inspired by the brand’s signature evening aesthetic