Nicole Kidman’s 2020 SAG Awards Michael Kors Gown & Alexandre Birman Riviera Sandals

At the 26th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on January 19, 2020, Nicole Kidman embraced a distinctly Old Hollywood-inspired approach to red-carpet dressing.

Nicole Kidman paired a sequined Michael Kors Collection gown with crystal-encrusted Alexandre Birman Riviera sandals at the 2020 SAG Awards in Los Angeles on January 19, 2020 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

Her custom Michael Kors Collection gown paired shimmering navy sequins with dramatic proportions, while crystal-embellished Alexandre Birman Riviera sandals added another layer of sparkle.

Together, the dress, jewelry, and shoes created one of the evening’s most glamorous head-to-toe looks.

The thigh-high slit revealed Kidman’s glittering Riviera sandals, whose jeweled straps echoed the sparkle of her navy evening gown

Nicole complemented the gown’s vintage-inspired feel with softly sculpted finger waves, a hairstyle often associated with the glamour of the 1920s and 1930s.

Her makeup remained understated, with defined eyes, rosy lips, and a natural flush, allowing the sequined dress and crystal-embellished sandals to remain the focal points of the look.

Soft finger waves, purple Lydia Courteille earrings, and understated makeup reinforced the Old Hollywood mood of Nicole Kidman’s red-carpet look

Stylist Julia von Boehm amped up the glam factor with a pair of purple dangling earrings from Lydia Courteille. She also added Le Vian bangles and a selection of rings from Mindi Mond, Karma El Khalil, and Swati Dhanak.

To complete the look, Nicole wore a pair of Alexandre Birman Riviera sandals, a Saks Fifth Avenue-exclusive design that has since been discontinued.

Crafted from glitter fabric and set on approximately 4-inch stiletto heels, the evening sandals featured delicate ankle straps and crystal-encrusted front bands that gave them a jewelry-like appearance. The Riviera became one of Alexandre Birman’s most eye-catching red-carpet styles of the era, combining a minimalist silhouette with colorful Swarovski crystal embellishments.

Alexandre Birman’s Riviera sandals combined colorful Swarovski crystals, slender straps, and a towering stiletto heel for a jewelry-inspired finish

Because the Riviera is no longer in production, pairs now surface only occasionally on luxury resale platforms, where pricing varies widely depending on condition and rarity.

Collectors drawn to the same glamorous evening aesthetic can still find several current Alexandre Birman designs through luxury retailers.

As of June 2026, Farfetch’s selection includes crystal-accented styles such as the Polly Zircone 85 sandals, crystal-embellished leather sandals, and the Something Blue bridal sandals, alongside enduring signatures like the Clarita, Vicky, Sabrina, Madelina, and Tita collections.

The discontinued Alexandre Birman Riviera sandals featured crystal-covered toe and ankle straps that transformed a minimalist silhouette into a statement evening shoe

The Enduring Appeal of Crystal-Embellished Evening Sandals

While the Alexandre Birman Riviera sandals are no longer in production, they remain a memorable example of a red-carpet trend that continues to resonate: minimalist silhouettes elevated by jewel-like embellishments.

Nicole Kidman’s 2020 SAG Awards look demonstrated how the right pair of statement sandals can complement a gown without competing for attention, adding sparkle, texture, and visual interest through thoughtful design rather than excess.

From Alexandre Birman’s signature Clarita styles to crystal-covered evening heels from Jimmy Choo, Gianvito Rossi, and other luxury designers, embellished sandals remain a red-carpet staple. The examples below highlight some of Nicole Kidman’s most memorable shoe moments, along with other standout appearances featuring Alexandre Birman’s distinctive approach to evening footwear.