In December 2016, Jennifer Lawrence stepped out in New York City while promoting Passengers, pairing winter layering with surprisingly delicate footwear and SHAUNS California Esk sunglasses.
Jennifer Lawrence layered a pale orchid Burberry “Sandringham” cashmere coat over a soft neutral look while navigating New York’s winter streets during the Passengers press tour on December 5, 2016 (Credit: TNYF / WENN)
Wrapped in a pale orchid Burberry “Sandringham” cashmere coat and an oversized gray scarf, the actress contrasted heavy winter layering with the barely there silhouette of Christian Louboutin’s “Jonatina” sandals.
The archival style became one of the brand’s defining red carpet shoes of the mid-2010s thanks to its “illusion” construction, which uses a transparent PVC heel panel to create the effect of floating ankle straps.
A close-up of Jennifer Lawrence’s metallic Christian Louboutin “Jonatina” sandals highlighted the delicate ankle straps and signature red soles that sharply contrasted with the cold-weather styling
Jennifer appeared to wear the classic Jonatina 100 version, built on a steep 100mm stiletto heel with no platform — a design more suited to car-to-carpet appearances than long city walks.
Originally retailing for around $795, the sandal remains highly sought-after on the luxury resale market, particularly in neutral and metallic finishes that elongate the leg without visually interrupting the outfit.
The look captured a styling formula Lawrence returned to often during the film’s press tour: soft tailoring, neutral outerwear, and statement heels that stood out against otherwise understated pieces.
From every angle, Jennifer Lawrence’s mix of flowing neutrals, structured outerwear, and barely there Louboutin heels balanced winter practicality with polished street style
While much of the outfit was designed for warmth, the open-toe sandals introduced a sharper, more fashion-focused contrast that immediately drew attention on the New York streets.
Christian Louboutin’s ‘Jonatina’ Illusion Red Sole Sandals: A blend of elegance and bold style, priced at $795
Christian Louboutin’s “Jonatina” Sandals Became a Red Carpet Favorite for Their Barely-There Elegance
With their transparent PVC panels, slim ankle straps, and signature red soles, Christian Louboutin’s “Jonatina” sandals became one of the designer’s defining evening shoes of the mid-2010s.
The style appeared everywhere from movie premieres to couture events, offering celebrities a way to add height and shine without distracting from dramatic gowns or sharply tailored looks.
Whether worn in metallic leather, glossy patent finishes, or bold colorways, the silhouette consistently delivered a clean, elongated effect on the red carpet.
👠 Explore Christian Louboutin “Jonatina” Shoe Moments:
- ✨ Carey Mulligan, Alison Brie, Danai Gurira, and more stars show how the “Jonatina” sandal works across metallic minis, sculptural couture, and clear-strap red carpet styling.
- 🖤 Kristen Stewart gave the PVC-trimmed Louboutin sandal an edgier mood, pairing black “Jonatina” heels with a sheer Chanel look at the Café Society New York premiere.
- 👗 Blake Lively styled her “Jonatina” sandals with a Carolina Herrera gown, using the barely-there PVC straps to keep the look polished without weighing down the silhouette.
- 💗 Heidi Klum leaned into the sandal’s playful side in Barbie-pink patent leather, showing how the clear Perspex strap can make a bright heel feel lighter on the foot.
- 💙 Brie Larson matched gold “Jonatina” sandals with a cobalt Valentino couture gown, letting the metallic heel echo the dress’s dramatic gold cuffs.