Lucy Liu’s Timeless Fashion Story: From Charlie’s Angels Couture to Walk of Fame Elegance

From martial-arts elegance in Charlie’s Angels to couture sophistication on the red carpet, Lucy Liu has always embodied a rare blend of strength and grace.

Whether attending premieres, celebrating career milestones, or walking alongside her son at her Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony, the actress continues to merge power, polish, and personality through fashion.

Below, we revisit some of Lucy Liu’s most memorable style moments — from her Peter Pilotto floral gown to her Alexandre Vauthier couture ensemble and timeless Mary Jane heels — each look reflecting her signature balance of poise and playfulness.

Hollywood Honor: Lucy Liu Radiates in Peter Pilotto Floral Gown with Son Rockwell

Rockwell Lloyd Liu, Lucy Liu’s son, was born via gestational carrier on August 27, 2015, and joined his mother at her Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony in May 2019. The name of his father is not known.

Wearing a one-shoulder floral-print silk-blend maxi dress from Peter Pilotto’s Spring 2019 collection, she was joined by Cameron Diaz, Drew Barrymore, Demi Moore, Rana Ghadban, Rhea Perlman, and American politician Mitch O’Farrell.

Lucy Liu looked radiant in a Peter Pilotto Spring 2019 one-shoulder silk maxi dress featuring a dégradé floral print, soft draping, and a matching sash

Charlie’s Angels Reunited in Style: From Bohemian Glam to Bold Couture

Each Charlie’s Angels alum brought her own fashion personality to Lucy Liu’s Walk of Fame ceremony. Drew Barrymore leaned into her bohemian roots with a flowing Etro Spring 2019 silk maxi dress featuring fluid zebra-print sleeves and gold statement earrings.

Lucy Liu embraced soft femininity in a floral one-shoulder Peter Pilotto gown that balanced vibrant hues with graceful draping.

Demi Moore went bold in red Christian Louboutin pumps paired with a geometric black, white, and red Marco de Vincenzo dress with a plunging neckline. At the same time, Cameron Diaz, ever the minimalist, kept it relaxed yet polished in a white long coat, brown blouse, and classic blue jeans.

Drew Barrymore, Lucy Liu, Demi Moore, and Cameron Diaz showcased distinct yet complementary styles at Liu’s Walk of Fame ceremony

The Sweet Story Behind Lucy Liu’s Son Rockwell’s Name

“I was on location and Rockwell was the name of a store. At the time, I remember thinking, ‘That’s a really great name,’ and I kept it in the back of my mind,” Liu told Today in July 2022 about the meaning behind her son’s name.

“I know a lot of people are like, ‘Oh, that’s a surname.’ But I think sometimes surnames are stronger than first names.”

“When he was 4, he corrected somebody. He said, ‘My name is Rockwell,’” she added about her son Rockwell Lloyd Liu, who turned seven on August 27, 2022. “But I’m sure by the time he’s in high school, people will be calling him all kinds of names.”

Lucy Liu looked radiant in a Peter Pilotto Spring 2019 one-shoulder floral silk gown, while her son Rockwell Lloyd Liu stole hearts in a striped seersucker suit paired with black Adidas sneakers (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)

Lucy Liu shares a tender moment with her son, Rockwell Lloyd Liu, while celebrating her Hollywood Walk of Fame star in a floral Peter Pilotto gown

Rana Ghadban, Rhea Perlman, Lucy Liu, Demi Moore, Mitch O’Farrell at Lucy Liu’s Hollywood Walk Of Fame ceremony in Hollywood on May 1, 2019 (Credit: Apega / FayesVision / Tony Forte / WENN / Nicky Nelson / Sheri Determan)

Haute Couture Edge: Lucy Liu in Alexandre Vauthier Couture & ALDO Platform Sandals

Three months after being honored with the 2,662nd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Lucy Liu joined her blue-eyed co-star Alexandra Daddario at the premiere of their new series, Why Women Kill, held at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills, California.

Lucy Liu, Ginnifer Goodwin, and Kirby Howell-Baptiste on the blue carpet while attending the premiere of their new series, Why Women Kill, held at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills, California, on August 7, 2019 (Credit: Apega / FayesVision / Tony Forte / WENN / Nicky Nelson / Sheri Determan)

Showing off her feet in black platform sandals by Aldo Shoes, Lucy Liu flaunted her long legs in a look from Alexandre Vauthier’s Spring 2019 Haute Couture Collection.

She styled an embellished cropped jacket with a black bubble skirt and toted a gold Tyler Ellis chainmail pouch.

Lucy Liu added a touch of opulence to her look with an embellished cropped jacket by Alexandre Vauthier, featuring gold embroidery, sequined detailing, and structured shoulders for a polished yet statement-making finish

ALDO: Affordable Glamour With Celebrity Appeal

Lucy Liu’s choice of black platform sandals by ALDO highlights the brand’s sweet spot between accessible style and high-impact design.

Known for blending comfort with runway-inspired silhouettes, ALDO has been embraced by countless stars — from Gal Gadot to Kate Middleton — proving that great shoes don’t have to come with designer price tags. Explore more ALDO moments below that fashion lovers will appreciate.

Lucy Liu completed her look with black platform sandals by Aldo, featuring sky-high stiletto heels, crisscross leather straps, and ankle buckles that added a bold, sculptural finish to her couture ensemble

A few years before her Hollywood Walk of Fame honor, Lucy Liu was already balancing motherhood with major film commitments, bringing her signature poise and polish to every public appearance.

Classic Sophistication: Lucy Liu in Self-Portrait Lace Dress & Neil J. Rodgers Mary Janes

By January 2016, newly minted mother Lucy Liu had spent several years working on the “Kung Fu Panda” franchise. A few months earlier, she welcomed a son, Rockwell, into the world.

Lucy Liu exuded timeless elegance in a black lace Self-Portrait dress featuring intricate cutout detailing and a high neckline

The Elementary star has previously made it clear she doesn’t need a husband.

Lucy Liu showcased her legs in a tiered black lace Self-Portrait mini dress paired with black Neil J. Rodgers Mary Jane pumps and a bold red clutch

Lucy wore a gorgeous black lace dress with a layered ruffle skirt by Self-Portrait, accessorized with a red clutch.

Lucy Liu showed off her feet in Neil J. Rodgers’ “Isabella” Mary Jane pumps, a sleek black suede design with T-bar straps and pointed toes that added timeless sophistication to her red-carpet look

The actress debuted the “Isabella” Mary Jane pumps from Neil J. Rodgers’ most recent collection.

Neil J. Rodgers: A Celebrity-Favorite Shoe Designer

After debuting the “Isabella” Mary Jane pumps from Neil J. Rodgers’ latest collection, it’s worth noting how often this emerging British-born, Los Angeles–based designer has graced red carpets through Hollywood’s best-dressed names.

From Mila Kunis and Lupita Nyong’o to Heidi Klum, his heels continue to represent the minimalist-meets-modern aesthetic that Your Next Shoes readers love to follow.

Lucy was asked about how much fun she had doing the third installment of the well-loved franchise. The actress said that just knowing Rockwell would eventually see the film made it more fun to make.

Lucy Liu and American film executive Jeffrey Katzenberg at the world premiere of “Kung Fu Panda 3” in Los Angeles on January 16, 2016 (Credit: Apega / FayesVision / Tony Forte / WENN / Nicky Nelson / Sheri Determan)

More Lucy Liu Fashion and Shoe Highlights

From her Charlie’s Angels power suits to her couture gowns on the film festival circuit, Lucy Liu’s fashion journey reflects both grace and bold individuality.

Below are curated Your Next Shoes features that celebrate her most memorable red-carpet looks, designer collaborations, and signature footwear choices.