On February 28, 2016, Kate Hudson arrived at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills for the annual Vanity Fair Oscar Party.
Kate Hudson dazzles in a metallic gown at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, effortlessly blending elegance with modern glamour on February 28, 2016, at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Los Angeles (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
Kate Hudson’s Liquid-Metal Triumph at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party
While she bypassed the main ceremony, her appearance at the after-party became a definitive fashion moment of the night—a “liquid-metal” ensemble that remains a masterclass in statuesque glamour.
The look served as a departure from Hudson’s typical bohemian aesthetic, opting instead for a custom gown that mirrored the sleek, golden silhouette of an Oscar trophy. By pairing a high-concept metallic fabric with a relaxed, confident posture, she achieved a balance that feels as fresh today as it did when she first stepped onto the red carpet.
Hudson’s gown came courtesy of Maria Lucia Hohan, the Romanian designer long regarded by Hollywood stylists as a red-carpet secret weapon. Crafted in Hohan’s signature pleated silk with a draped corset, delicate spaghetti straps, a thigh-high slit, and sheer illusion panels, the Fall 2016 Norina gown embodied the label’s ethereal “goddess” aesthetic.
Kate Hudson completed her Vanity Fair Oscar Party look with a metallic Maria Lucia Hohan Norina gown, pairing the liquid-silver silhouette with Brian Atwood bronze mirrored “Tribeca” platform sandals and a sleek Oroton Wander clutch in gold for a polished, statuesque finish
Maria Lucia Hohan, Brian Atwood, and the Anatomy of a Red-Carpet Win
Since launching her namesake brand in 2003, Hohan has built a global reputation for ultra-feminine eveningwear—reaching peak mainstream visibility in the early 2010s and later cementing her status as a red-carpet staple after Beyoncé’s Lemonade era.
On Hudson, the look felt intentional, fluid, and enduring—proof that when the elements align, her fashion instincts still shine.
Kate completed the silver gown with Brian Atwood’s gold “Tribeca” platform heels, a red-carpet staple at the height of their popularity from 2011 to 2016—favored by celebrities for delivering dramatic height while preserving the classic glamour demanded by awards-season style.
Kate Hudson elevated her metallic Maria Lucia Hohan gown with gold Brian Atwood “Tribeca” platform heels, using the towering silhouette to add drama, height, and classic red-carpet glamour to her Vanity Fair Oscar Party look
Kate Hudson, Brian Atwood, and the Enduring Power of a Great Platform
Moments like Kate Hudson’s 2016 appearance at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party underscore why specific shoe designs—and the women who wear them—remain endlessly referenceable.
From sculptural gowns to sky-high platforms, Hudson’s red-carpet history offers a clear throughline: when confident styling meets a statement heel like Brian Atwood’s “Tribeca,” the result transcends trend cycles and becomes part of fashion’s extended memory.
👠 Explore Kate Hudson & Brian Atwood “Tribeca” Shoe Moments on Your Next Shoes:
- ⭐ Anna Kendrick glows in Stella McCartney with Brian Atwood heels (including Tribeca platforms) — a classic red-carpet styling with subtle height and polish.
- ✨ Greta Gerwig steps out in Brian Atwood “Tribeca” sandals — minimalist sophistication meets sculptural platforms.
- 👢 Kate Hudson’s dual looks anchored by Brian Atwood Tribeca sandals — unexpected styling shifts from tailored coat to red jumpsuit.
- 🔥 Kate Hudson at the Rock the Kasbah premiere in Brian Atwood “Tribeca” sandals — sleek Hollywood glamour with smokey eyes.
- 👠 Kate Hudson flaunts platforms at the Clear History premiere — decades-spanning shoe moments anchor her evolving style.
- 📸 Kate Hudson’s mix of Valentino glamour and statement boots — a modern update on her fashion presence.
- 🎤 Kate Hudson glows in Temperley London and Louboutin “So Kate” heels — classic red-carpet polish outside the Tribeca archive.
- 💫 Kate Hudson stuns in Valentino lace at Rome Fashion Week — footwear and runway crossover moments that define her style evolution.
Kate Hudson’s gold platform heels added a touch of glamour and height to her Vanity Fair After Party look