Millie Bobby Brown Elevates Her BAFTA Look in towering Giuseppe Zanotti Heels — Plus a Throwback to Her 2017 Golden Globes Sandals

Back at the 2022 BAFTA Film Awards, Millie Bobby Brown stepped into her most mature red-carpet era yet—elevating both her style and her stature in a pair of towering Giuseppe Zanotti cross-strap platform sandals beneath a dramatic custom Louis Vuitton velvet-and-lace gown.

The look marked a confident shift toward high-fashion glamour, showcasing how the Stranger Things star uses bold footwear to transform her silhouette.

And while her BAFTA appearance signaled a new chapter, this article also revisits one of her earliest breakout fashion moments from 2017—a sweet, youthful red-carpet look complete with playful metallic sandals. Together, the two appearances highlight Millie’s evolution from rising tween actress to fully formed style force.

BAFTA Breakthrough: Millie Bobby Brown Elevates Her Style in Louis Vuitton & Giuseppe Zanotti (2022)

Millie Bobby Brown and boyfriend Jake Bongiovi made their red-carpet debut at the 2022 EE British Academy Film Awards on March 13, 2022, where she stunned in a custom Louis Vuitton velvet-and-lace gown paired with towering, barely visible Giuseppe Zanotti platform sandals beneath the hem (Credit: Ian West / PA Images / INSTARimages)

Although Brown had long shown flashes of editorial edge on the red carpet, this appearance marked a noticeable shift. Turning 18 and stepping into a more refined, grown-up aesthetic, she began embracing silhouettes and styling choices that highlighted her evolving high-fashion persona.

Rumors about the pair first took off during the summer of 2021, when they were frequently spotted out and about in New York City. But it wasn’t until that November that the two made things official with a joint Instagram post—sending fans into a frenzy and cementing their status as one of Gen Z’s most-watched young couples.

A Gen Z Power Couple Emerges: Millie & Jake’s Coordinated BAFTA Red-Carpet Debut

While it appears that fans and friends of Brown already approved of the pair, the 2022 BAFTA Awards red carpet really solidified the relationship in the public eye.

The couple made quite an impression with their red carpet debut, stepping out in perfectly coordinated black ensembles that signaled the arrival of a new fashion-forward duo. Millie Bobby Brown embraced full glamour in a velvet-and-lace Louis Vuitton gown. At the same time, Jake Bongiovi complemented her effortlessly in a classic black tuxedo finished with an oversized velvet bow tie—a subtle echo of her romantic, whimsical look.

Adding a thoughtful touch, Bongiovi also wore a pin of the Ukrainian flag in solidarity with the country amid Russia’s invasion.

Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi make a striking pair at the BAFTAs, with Brown in a black velvet–and–lace Louis Vuitton dress and opera gloves while Bongiovi complements her in a classic tux accented by a Ukrainian flag pin (Credit: Doug Peters / EMPICS / PA Images / INS)

Photographers captured plenty of adorable photos of the happy couple exchanging loving glances, and Bongiovi even stepped aside for a few shots so Brown could bask in the spotlight. We love a supportive man!

Before her style evolved into today’s polished, high-fashion red-carpet presence, Millie had already begun turning heads during her early Stranger Things years—often outshining far older stars with her poise and eye for statement-making looks.

Early Sparkle on the Rise: Millie Bobby Brown’s 2017 Golden Globes Fashion Moment

The leading group of kids includes Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, and Noah Schnapp (Credit: WENN)

In January 2017, Millie Bobby Brown — who plays supernatural weirdo Eleven on the show — arrived at the 74^th Annual Golden Globe Awards and proved that the show’s children are not just amazing on-screen, but extremely fashionable off-screen.

The cast of “Stranger Things,” Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, and Noah Schnapp, at The Weinstein Company and Netflix Golden Globe Party on January 8, 2017, in Los Angeles (Credit: FayesVision/ Adriana M. Barraza/ WENN)

While the boys of the show looked dashing in their tuxes and fancy suits, it was Millie who stole the show.

Millie Bobby Brown sparkles in a silver Jenny Packham dress at the InStyle and Warner Bros. Golden Globes after-party

The then-12-year-old actress donned a gorgeous silver Jenny Packham dress that was the perfect blend of fun and fashion.

Millie shines on the Golden Globes red carpet in a sequined, tulle-trimmed Jenny Packham cocktail dress

Metallic Magic: Sophia Webster “Lilico” Sandals Complete Millie’s Youthful Golden Globes Look

She finished her look with equally fun Sophia Webster “Lilico” sandals.

Millie Bobby Brown styled her dress with playful silver metallic Sophia Webster sandals

The shoes feature short 2.5-inch block heels, so they didn’t age the 12-year-old star.

Millie Bobby Brown has fun in a sweet silver dress and matching shoes

They were the perfect pair to finish her sparkly silver ensemble. It definitely looked like she had fun staying up past her bedtime for the Golden Globes and the after-parties.

Her look was finished with metallic silver sandals adorned with sculpted floral appliqués

Millie Bobby Brown rocks Sophia Webster “Lilico” sandals

“Stranger Things” may not have taken home the anticipated award, but Millie is definitely our pick for young actress with the most style-star potential.

Millie Bobby Brown kept her makeup to a minimum

Millie Bobby Brown’s Signature Shoe Moments: A Curated Guide to Her Footwear Evolution

From her early red-carpet appearances to her more mature designer partnerships, Millie’s footwear choices have played a major role in shaping her evolving fashion identity—here’s a closer look at the standout heels that define her style journey.