Kate Mara Wows at the Emmys in Sculptural J. Mendel Gown and Charlotte Olympia Sandals

Kate Mara joined Julia Roberts on the red carpet at the 2014 Emmy Awards at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live in Los Angeles.

Kate Mara brought sculptural elegance to the 2014 Emmys red carpet in a J. Mendel gown featuring asymmetrical pleats and shimmering embellishments

At 31, the House of Cards actress made a daring fashion statement in a structured, pleated gown from the J. Mendel Fall 2014 collection.

Kate Mara posing in her sculptural J. Mendel gown at the 66th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards held in Los Angeles on August 25, 2014 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN / Apega)

The design featured layered hemlines and intricate beaded floral accents that added dimension and red carpet drama. She carried a sleek Thalé Blanc Gisele Deux clutch for accessories and finished the look with sparkling Neil Lane jewelry.

Close-up of Kate Mara’s structured Thalé Blanc Gisele Deux clutch, adding a sleek finish to her red carpet look

While Kate is known for favoring bold shoe choices—especially from Charlotte Olympia—it was still a pleasant surprise to see her revisit the label’s distinctive “Pomeline” ankle-strap sandals.

She previously wore the same style in a different colorway to the premiere of Her in December 2013, showcasing her loyalty to statement footwear that balances classic silhouettes with whimsical flair.

Charlotte Olympia “Pomeline” sandals — a whimsical yet elegant choice featuring sheer panels and suede ankle straps

Was Kate’s ensemble perfect, or would you have styled the dress with different shoes? Kate’s white satin ‘Pomeline’ sandals feature sheer nude panels and thin black suede ankle straps.

Although the Charlotte Olympia “Pomeline” sandals are no longer in production, their unique mix of sheer panels, satin finish, and whimsical ankle straps still makes them a standout among the brand’s most memorable designs.

Charlotte Olympia “Pomeline in Bloom” Sandals, $1,245