Natalia Dyer vs. Millie Bobby Brown: A Stylish Showdown in Saint Laurent, Erdem & Sophia Webster “Lilico” Heels

Natalia Dyer’s red-carpet style has always balanced delicacy with a quietly subversive edge, and her latest appearances prove she’s unafraid to experiment across fashion eras and aesthetics.

From a Gothic Saint Laurent gown that transformed her petite frame into something ethereal, to a romantic Erdem look finished with crystal-flower Sophia Webster heels, and even a throwback to Millie Bobby Brown’s own metallic take on the same “Lilico” sandals, this trio of outfits showcases how both actresses bring a distinct personality to their designer footwear. Below, we break down each look—and the shoes that define them.

A Dark Parisian Turn: Natalia Dyer’s Gothic Saint Laurent Feathered Gown (2022)

Millie Bobby Brown wasn’t the only one to debut a new look on the red carpet for the Stranger Things premiere. Natalia Dyer swapped her usual feminine floral looks for a goth aesthetic with a Parisian twist.

The actress wore a Saint Laurent Resort 2022 dress that gave a classic ‘20s flapper look a Gothic feel. Natalia is also the latest celebrity to debut a fringe hairstyle on the red carpet.

Natalia Dyer in a black feather-embellished Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello floor-length dress at Netflix’s “Stranger Things” season 4 premiere at Netflix Brooklyn on May 14, 2022, in Brooklyn, New York (Credit: Roger Wong / Instarimages)

Natalia Elevates Her Petite Frame in a Gothic, Feathered Saint Laurent Gown

The silhouette of the black dress was sleek and pared back—classic Saint Laurent—allowing the dramatic, oversized feather trim to command the spotlight. On Natalia’s petite 5-foot-4 frame (some sources list her closer to 5’3″), the elongated column cut added height and presence, creating a clean vertical line that subtly lengthened her proportions.

And while her shoes were hidden beneath the floor-skimming hem, it’s clear she was wearing heels—an essential lift to maintain the dress’s elegant drape and give her that statuesque, slightly elongated red-carpet stance.

With her pale skin and dark brunette hair, the look took on an elevated Gothic romance, softened by the feminine movement of the feathers. She kept the styling intentionally minimal—just a black manicure and delicate silver jewelry—letting the dress and her hidden height-boosting heels do the rest.

Natalia Dyer leans into full Gothic glamour in a feather-trimmed black Saint Laurent gown at the Stranger Things premiere (Credit: Roger Wong / Instarimages)

While the outfit had a Parisian feel, it could have used an extra accessory to lift the look and add another dimension.

Looking back to 2018, Natalia showcased a completely different fashion energy at the Critics’ Choice Awards—one rooted in florals, sparkle, and youthful elegance.

Floral Romance Reimagined: Natalia Dyer Shines in Erdem & Crystal-Flower Sophia Webster Heels (2018)

Not only do Natalia Dyer and Millie Bobby Brown star together in the hit Netflix original series Stranger Things, but they are also fans of Sophia Webster’s popular “Lilico” sandals.

Natalia Dyer in a romantic Erdem Spring 2018 floral Hael dress with Sophia Webster ‘Lilico’ embellished sandals (Credit: WENN)

Natalia walked the blue carpet at the 2018 Critics’ Choice Awards in the crystal-flower-embellished version of the “Lilico” heels.

Natalia Dyer kept things fresh with a modern faux-shaved-sides-meets-marcel-waves hairstyle (Credit: WENN)

The then-23-year-old actress matched the sparkly details of her stilettos with a similar Erdem Spring 2018 floral-print, crystal-embellished tulip-sleeve dress.

Natalia Dyer wears a crystal-overlaid Erdem Spring 2018 floral-print tulip-sleeve dress at the 2018 Critics’ Choice Awards held at The Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California, on January 11, 2018 (Credit: WENN)

The addition of the pearl-bordered velvet belt and Narcisa Pheres fan diamond earrings could’ve easily pulled the whole look into heavy-handed territory.

However, Natalia kept things fresh with a modern faux-shaved-sides-meets-marcel-waves hairstyle.

Natalia Dyer shows off her feet in Sophia Webster’s embellished “Lilico” sandals, the crystal-flower appliqués echoing the beaded florals of her Erdem dress (Credit: WENN)

You can shop Natalia Dyer’s exact shoes from the popular women’s shoe brand at Farfetch.

Black Satin Sophia Webster “Lilico” Crystal-Flower Embellished Sandals, £695

Silver-Star Sparkle: Millie Bobby Brown Elevates Her Look in Metallic Sophia Webster “Lilico” Sandals (2017)

Almost exactly a year earlier, Millie Bobby Brown hit the 2017 Golden Globe Awards in the silver patent version of the Sophia Webster “Lilico” sandals, which perfectly matched her silver sequined Jenny Packham dress.

Millie Bobby Brown sparkled in an embellished Jenny Packham dress with matching metallic Sophia Webster sandals (Credit: WENN)

At 12 years old, the young English actress wisely chose the age-appropriate mid-heel style, though she was already getting used to navigating the red carpet in heels.

Millie Bobby Brown wearing a silver sequined Jenny Packham dress (Credit: WENN)

Millie Bobby Brown attending the 74th Annual Golden Globe Awards and the InStyle & Warner Bros. Pictures Golden Globe After Party 2017 held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on January 8, 2017 (Credit: WENN)

Millie Bobby Brown shows off her feet in Sophia Webster’s “Lilico” sandals with low block heels (Credit: WENN)

Silver Patent Sophia Webster “Lilico” Mid-Heel Sandals, $550

A Final Look: The Footwear Legacy of Hawkins’ Most Stylish Stars

As these three very different red-carpet moments show, both Natalia Dyer and Millie Bobby Brown have carved out distinct style identities—one rooted in romantic detail, the other in bold, youthful edge. To round out their fashion story, here’s a curated look at their most memorable shoe moments across premieres, awards shows, and press tours.