At the 2018 Critics’ Choice Awards at the Barker Hangar in Los Angeles on January 11, 2018, Margot Robbie arrived at a pivotal moment in her career.
Margot Robbie with a messy bun created by Bryce Scarlett at the 2018 Critics’ Choice Awards held at the Barker Hangar in Los Angeles on January 11, 2018 (Credit: Brian To / WENN)
Fresh off Suicide Squad and earning awards attention for I, Tonya, she used the red carpet to lean into a more directional fashion approach, pairing an unconventional Chanel dress with minimalist Jimmy Choo sandals.
Margot Robbie pairs a striped pleated Chanel gown with metallic Jimmy Choo “Minny” sandals at the 2018 Critics’ Choice Awards in Los Angeles
Robbie not only starred as Tonya Harding in I, Tonya but also served as a producer on the film, a career shift that marked a turning point beyond blockbuster franchise roles. That night, she won Best Actress in a Comedy and received a nomination for Best Actress overall.
Margot Robbie’s minimalist metallic Jimmy Choo heels balanced the volume and texture of her ruffled Chanel dress
The look balanced sharp contrast with softer styling details, avoiding the stiffness that can sometimes come with heavily structured black-and-white eveningwear.
Margot wore a black-and-white Chanel dress composed of delicately pleated panels, with sculptural ruffles fanning out at the neckline and waist, creating a silhouette that felt both vintage-inspired and slightly theatrical without overwhelming her frame.
A black velvet ribbon softened Margot Robbie’s loose, knotted updo, adding a romantic finish to the structured Chanel look
She kept the shoe styling simple with metallic leather Jimmy Choo “Minny” sandals, a red-carpet staple known for its minimal straps and clean lines. The understated heels helped balance the dress’s movement and texture rather than compete with them.
Margot Robbie arrives at the Barker Hangar in a strapless Chanel gown detailed with layered pleats and a jewel-embellished waist
A loose side updo tied with a black velvet ribbon softened the sharper details of the dress, while the embellished belt added structure at the waist without making the look feel overly formal.
Robbie starred as Tonya Harding in I, Tonya, a performance that earned her the Critics’ Choice Award for Best Actress in a Comedy. She was also nominated for Best Actress overall, with the award ultimately going to Frances McDormand for Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri.
Throughout the film’s press tour, Robbie frequently discussed the public perception of Harding, pointing to the intense media attention and scrutiny that followed the attack on fellow skater Nancy Kerrigan ahead of the 1994 Winter Olympics.
Margot Robbie keeps the dramatic Chanel look relaxed with natural makeup, a loose bun, and an effortless red carpet smile
More Margot Robbie and Jimmy Choo Red Carpet Moments to Revisit
Before wrapping up, Robbie’s Critics’ Choice Awards look is worth viewing alongside other YNS fashion moments where barely-there sandals, Chanel styling, and Jimmy Choo’s “Minny” silhouette play a quiet but important role in shaping the full outfit.
👠 Explore Margot Robbie & Jimmy Choo “Minny” Shoe Moments:
- ✨ Margot Robbie’s I, Tonya premiere look paired a liquid-gold Versace dress with Jimmy Choo “Minny” sandals for a sleek, barely-there finish.
- 👡 Her Jimmy Choo and Prada heel moments show how Robbie often uses sharp, minimal sandals to keep red-carpet looks polished without overpowering the outfit.
- 🎬 Robbie’s Cannes Chanel moment swapped sparkle for restraint, grounding a sequined couture look with pointed black satin mules.
- 🌸 Emma Stone’s salmon-pink Jimmy Choo “Minny” sandals softened a floral Gucci dress while keeping the silhouette clean and leg-lengthening.
- 🖤 Kaia Gerber’s black suede Jimmy Choo “Minny” sandals gave her Alexander McQueen look the kind of quiet structure stylists rely on for intricate red-carpet dressing.