Angela Bassett to Ashley Judd: The Standout Heels at the 2013 Olympus Has Fallen Premiere

The Los Angeles premiere of Olympus Has Fallen took place on March 18, 2013, at the ArcLight Hollywood Theatre—a throwback red-carpet moment filled with standout heels and early-2010s glamour. Even a decade later, the shoe choices still hold up.

Celebrities we hadn’t seen on the carpet in some time, including Angela Bassett, returned in style with eye-catching footwear. Ashley Judd stepped out in a striking pair of Jimmy Choo sandals, while others opted for Charlotte Olympia and classic Christian Louboutin designs.

Below, revisit the best celeb shoe sightings from the LA premiere—and decide which pair you’d still wear today.

1. Angela Bassett Shines in Silver d’Orsay Sandals

Angela Bassett lit up the red carpet in a vibrant, strapless yellow embellished dress that hugged her figure beautifully and played perfectly against her glowing complexion.

She styled the look with stud earrings, a sleek silver-and-white cuff, a metallic statement clutch, and her edgy cropped haircut — a combination that kept the focus on clean lines and confident color.

Angela Bassett shows off her clipped hairstyle at the Los Angeles premiere of “Olympus Has Fallen” held on March 18, 2013, at ArcLight Hollywood Theatre (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

For footwear, Angela chose a pair of metallic d’Orsay-style silver sandals that added just the right amount of sparkle without overwhelming the look.

The style recalls the elegant, sculptural silhouettes of Puerto Rico–born designer Edmundo Castillo, known for crafting artful, wearable heels for houses like Narciso Rodriguez and Sergio Rossi. His “Debi d’Orsay” sandal features a single-sole metallic finish, an open toe, a signature d’Orsay cut at the back, and a 4¼-inch heel, complete with Italian-made leather lining, a leather sole, and a padded insole for comfort.

If you look closely, the sandals appear slightly roomy on her feet — but even so, the overall effect remains polished, refined, and unmistakably Angela Bassett.

Angela Bassett steps out in metallic silver d’Orsay sandals that show off their sleek cutout silhouette and single-sole stiletto design (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

2. Ashley Judd Stuns in Gold Jimmy Choo “Fitch” Sandals

Ashley Judd flaunted her legs in a body-hugging turquoise dress and delicate gold Jimmy Choo heels.

Ashley Judd pins her hair back at the Los Angeles premiere of “Olympus Has Fallen” held on March 18, 2013, at ArcLight Hollywood Theatre (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

The American actress and political activist’s statement complemented the metallic accents of her shoes with a pair of earrings and completed the look by pinning her curly locks back.

Ashley Judd shows off her size 8 (US) feet in gold Jimmy Choo heels (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

Gold Jimmy Choo “Fitch” Sandals, $1,095

Black Jimmy Choo “Fitch” Sandals, $1,095

3. Radha Mitchell Adds Drama with Burgundy Satin Peep-Toe Pumps

Radha Mitchell wore a slightly wild black-and-white leopard-print satin dress.

Radha Mitchell wears her blonde hair down at the Los Angeles premiere of “Olympus Has Fallen” held on March 18, 2013, at ArcLight Hollywood Theatre (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

The American actress added a splash of color to her head-to-toe silky satin look by showing off her feet in burgundy platform peep-toe pumps.

Radha Mitchell shows off her size 7 (US) feet in burgundy peep-toe platform pumps (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

4. Charlotte Ross Goes Monochrome in Blue Charlotte Olympia “Serena” Sandals

Charlotte Ross went matchy-matchy with a pair of light blue Charlotte Olympia pumps and a color-coordinated dress.

Charlotte Ross wears her long hair in curls at the Los Angeles premiere of “Olympus Has Fallen” held on March 18, 2013, at ArcLight Hollywood Theatre (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

Her earrings even featured blue stones to complete her all-blue ensemble!

Charlotte Ross shows off her 7.5 (US) size feet in blue bow-embellished Charlotte Olympia platforms (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

Charlotte Olympia “Serena” Sandals, $945

5. Tasha Smith Brings Edge in Black Christian Louboutin Ankle Booties

Tasha Smith added an extra element of edge to her monochrome look with a pair of Christian Louboutin booties.

Tasha Smith matches her black hair to a black ensemble at the Los Angeles premiere of “Olympus Has Fallen” held on March 18, 2013, at ArcLight Hollywood Theatre (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

We think the American actress, comedian, and model’s jacket-and-dress combo looks a little dowdy and matronly. Maybe she should have ditched either the jacket or the cumbersome oversized clutch?

Tasha Smith rocks black Christian Louboutin red sole booties (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

Christian Louboutin Leather and Suede Red-Sole Ankle Boots, $1,095

Which look wins it for you? From shimmering d’Orsay sandals to bold Louboutin booties, each pair brought its own red-carpet energy to the Olympus Has Fallen premiere. Whether you’re drawn to classic metallics, architectural platforms, or edgy ankle boots, there’s a style here worth revisiting—and maybe even recreating.

From 2013 to Today: How Celebrity Shoe Trends Have Evolved

Revisiting these 2013 shoe moments highlights just how much red-carpet footwear has transformed over the last decade. Today’s A-list heels are bolder, higher, and more sculptural than ever.

For readers who want to explore the newest standout looks—from award shows to high-fashion premieres—here are some of YNS’s latest and most talked-about celebrity shoe stories.