When Maria Bello arrived at the Lights Out premiere in Los Angeles on July 19, 2016, she bypassed traditional red-carpet glamour for a masterclass in avant-garde textures.
Joining co-stars Teresa Palmer and Alexander DiPersia, the actress leaned into a rugged, deconstructed aesthetic that highlighted her penchant for bold, non-conforming fashion.
Maria Bello curls her blonde hair for the premiere of her latest film “Lights Out” held on July 19, 2016, at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles (Credit: WENN / Nicky Nelson / Adriana M. Barraza / FayesVision)
Her look centered on metallic harem pants from Greg Lauren’s Spring 2016 collection—a signature piece from the designer known for blending luxury with a DIY, distressed edge.
Maria Bello wears a pair of denim-and-silver harem pants from Greg Lauren’s Spring 2016 collection
We imagine these pants would make M.C. Hammer proud.
Maria Bello wears a patterned white tank top with a chunky choker necklace
Maria also wore a white spaghetti-strap tank top patterned with light blue geometric designs.
Maria Bello’s gray roots peek out from beneath her blonde hair
She accessorized with a chunky pyrite chain necklace, geometric earrings, bulky rings, and red lipstick.
Maria Bello pairs denim-and-satin harem pants with a patterned white tank top and gray lace-up Alexa Wagner stiletto sandals for an edgy, texture-rich premiere look
Maria grounded her black-carpet look with a pair of delicate leather sandals by Alexa Wagner, opting for the label’s lace-up “Kendra” style.
The slim straps, finished with subtle zigzag seaming, wrapped elegantly around her foot, while the 3.75-inch (95mm) covered stiletto heel added just enough lift to elongate her 5ft 5in (165.1 cm) frame.
Wearing a US shoe size 9, Bello balanced the volume of her avant-garde separates with footwear that felt refined, architectural, and quietly striking.
Maria Bello’s feet in gray suede Alexa Wagner “Kendra” lace-up sandals featuring zigzag-stitched slim straps and a 95mm stiletto heel
Alexa Wagner’s Sculptural Heels on the Red Carpet
Maria Bello’s lace-up “Kendra” sandals are part of a larger legacy of Alexa Wagner designs embraced by celebrities for their architectural lines, precision strap work, and elevated stiletto proportions.
From cage booties on press tours to sleek metallic sandals at premiere events, the Milan-based designer’s heels consistently deliver structure without overpowering the outfit. Explore more standout Alexa Wagner shoe moments below.
👡 Notable Alexa Wagner Shoe Moments on Your Next Shoes:
- ✨ Cara Delevingne pairs Burberry mini dress with Alexa Wagner cage booties — features the Milan-based designer’s Heidi cage booties on the “Paper Towns” promo tour.
- 🔥 Chanel Iman rocks knee-high lace-up Alexa Wagner sandals at the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Swim BBQ event — an edgier gladiator silhouette.
- 🌸 Taraji P. Henson’s flirty floral look with Alexa Wagner “Nicole” sandals — complete with adjustable straps and open toe.
- 💫 Lea Michele’s metallic Alexa Wagner “Ashepattle” sandals at a pre-Emmys celebration — a shiny red carpet classic.
- 🏆 Kaia Gerber’s sleek black Alexa Wagner “Ashepattle” heels at the “Sister Cities” premiere — showcasing an architectural hourglass silhouette.
Maria Bello’s feet in strappy gray “Kendra” sandals
Classic Pink Pumps Complete Maria Bello’s Crystal + Lucy Awards Ensemble
One month earlier, we spotted Maria Bello wearing an entirely different look at a special Hollywood gala celebrating women in film.
Maria Bello in a sleeveless pink, red, and white Max Mara floral pleated dress at the Women In Film Los Angeles Celebrates The 2016 Crystal + Lucy Awards Presented by Max Mara and BMW on June 15, 2016, in Beverly Hills, California (Credit: WENN / Nicky Nelson / Adriana M. Barraza / FayesVision)
Rather than bulky mixed-media harem pants, she opted for a high-necked pink-and-white chiffon-style dress. She wore her blonde hair down, kept her makeup simple, and ditched the bulky accessories.
Maria Bello looks polished in a pink-and-white floral Max Mara dress styled with coordinating pointed-toe pink pumps at the Women in Film Crystal + Lucy Awards
The actress finished the ensemble with a pair of classic bubblegum pink pumps.
Maria Bello, who wears a US shoe size 9, showcases her feet in glossy bubblegum-pink patent pumps with signature red soles and sleek stiletto heels
The hint of a red sole makes us assume these are Christian Louboutin shoes, but we can’t confirm.
Why Bubblegum Pink Heels Remain a Red Carpet Power Move
From glossy patent stilettos to statement block-heel sandals, bubblegum pink shoes continue to strike the perfect balance between playful and polished.
Whether paired with soft florals, sleek monochrome tailoring, or bold color-blocking, pink heels instantly energize an outfit without overpowering it. Explore more standout celebrity moments featuring pink pumps and statement heels below.
👠 Standout Pink Heels & Pumps on Your Next Shoes:
- 💗 Bubblegum Pink Heels on the Red Carpet — a curated look at how stars like Cobie Smulders, America Ferrera, and Solange Knowles styled pink pumps and heels with outfits that balance playfulness with polish.
- 🌸 Kate Beckinsale’s Bubblegum Pink Ferragamo Pumps — airport-to-city glamour with bubblegum-pink Salvatore Ferragamo “Susie” patent pumps that pop against neutral palettes.
- 👡 Michael Kors Pink Heels at the Serpentine Summer Party — Lady Amelia Windsor’s pink Michael Kors “Blaire” sandals make a joyful statement with high block heels.
- 👟 Keke Palmer’s Pink Louboutin Pumps — pale pink Christian Louboutin pointed-toe stiletto pumps add a chic contrast to a mint green ensemble on the Today Show.
- 👠 How To Wear Pink Shoes: 6 Chic Outfits With Pink Heels — styling guidance and celebrity moments showing how to pair pink heels with everything from prints to monochrome.