Sabrina Carpenter Presents TWICE With Breakthrough Award in Cong Tri Mini Dress and Brian Atwood Heels Amid Shawn Mendes Dating Buzz

Amid relationship rumors with Shawn Mendes, Sabrina Carpenter made a striking solo entrance at the 2023 Billboard Women in Music Awards — a throwback to one of her boldest red-carpet moments.

The event, held at the YouTube Theater in Inglewood, California, saw the then-23-year-old singer and actress channel her signature playful-meets-provocative style in a daring two-toned look from Vietnamese designer Cong Tri’s Spring 2023 collection.

She elevated the revealing ensemble — a white taffeta crop top and black mini skirt with a dramatic train — with towering black Brian Atwood platform sandals, a footwear choice that perfectly balanced glamour and edge while elongating her petite frame. The look captured Carpenter’s early-2020s fashion energy: youthful confidence, high-octane heels, and a fearless approach to red-carpet dressing.

Sabrina Carpenter turns heads in a white taffeta cutout top and black mini skirt with a dramatic train by Cong Tri, styled with sky-high black Brian Atwood platform sandals, as she arrives solo at the 2023 Billboard Women in Music Awards to present K-pop group Twice with the Breakthrough Artist Award at the YouTube Theater in Inglewood, California, on March 1, 2023 (Credit: Abaca Press / INSTARimages)

Sabrina Carpenter’s Bold Entrance at the 2023 Billboard Women in Music Awards

Showcasing her midriff and legs, Sabrina’s daring ensemble featured a white taffeta cutout crop top with a cleavage-baring sweetheart neckline and dramatic off-the-shoulder sleeves that fell to her arms.

It came finished with a thigh-skimming black mini skirt designed with a V-cut waist and an attached floor-sweeping train that gave the otherwise tacky look a touch of glam.

Sabrina Carpenter flashes plenty of flesh in an ab- and cleavage-baring white crop top and a thigh-skimming black mini skirt with a train by Cong Tri (Credit: Abaca Press / INSTARimages)

Fashion Highlight — Cong Tri’s Two-Tone Creation and Brian Atwood’s Towering Platforms

Under Jason Bolden’s expert styling, Carpenter accessorized her black-and-white ensemble with minimalist jewelry, including a delicate pendant necklace, a diamond ring, and silver hoop earrings.

A pair of black Brian Atwood sandals with peep-toes, thick platforms, and about 6-inch heels added height to her petite 4ft 11 ¾ (151.8 cm) frame.

Sabrina Carpenter adds extra height with sleek black Brian Atwood peep-toe platform sandals featuring thick soles, slender ankle straps, and sky-high stiletto heels (Credit: Abaca Press / INSTARimages)

Brian Atwood’s Enduring Red-Carpet Allure

Known for his unapologetically glamorous aesthetic, Brian Atwood has long been a go-to designer for stars who favor statement-making heels.

From sleek patent pumps to sky-high platforms, his creations consistently strike the balance between sophistication and sensuality — a quality that’s kept them a fixture on red carpets for over two decades. Explore more of the designer’s most memorable moments below:

Styling, Accessories & Glam — Sabrina Carpenter’s Hair, Makeup, and Jewelry Details

Sabrina kept her glam sexy with matte cranberry lip color and bronze eyeshadow from Allan Avendaño. Gigi Hadid, Joey King, Isabela Merced, Jenna Ortega, and Christina Ricci are some famous people the celebrity makeup artist has worked with.

Her signature blonde hair was parted down the middle and fashioned in loose waves by celebrity hairstylist Scott King, who has previously styled Zoë Kravitz, Kate Beckinsale, Lucy Hale, and other stars.

Sabrina Carpenter keeps a sexy look by styling her blonde hair in loose waves and wearing cranberry lip color (Credit: Abaca Press / INSTARimages)

Spotlight: 2023 Billboard Women in Music Footwear Highlights

The 2023 Billboard Women in Music Awards delivered not just powerful performances but unforgettable red-carpet shoe moments. Below are standout features from YourNextShoes that highlight how celebrities like Lana Del Rey and Heidi Klum chose heels for that night’s glamorous lineup:

Relationship Rumors — Sabrina Carpenter and Shawn Mendes’ Public Sightings

Shawn Mendes and Sabrina Carpenter may just be Gen Z’s newest music power couple! The pop stars were spotted hanging out in Los Angeles on Saturday, further fueling romance rumors after celebrity gossip site Deuxmoi initially shared an anonymous tip suggesting the two were dating.

Shawn and Sabrina didn’t engage in any form of obvious PDA in the images obtained by Page Six, but they were all smiles while chatting and strolling around Sunset Plaza.

The rumored new couple dressed down for the casual outing, with the Canadian singer sporting a shearling-lined denim jacket, a white tee, and corduroy pants, and the Nonsense singer in a black hoodie and sweatpants.

Shawn Mendes and Sabrina Carpenter spark dating rumors after they were seen hanging out together around Los Angeles on several occasions (Credit: ROGER WONG / Xavier Collin / Image Press Agency / ABACA / INSTARimages / Cover Images)

A week prior, Deuxmoi’s tipster claimed to have seen Shawn and Sabrina looking “verrry comfortable” while “clearly on a date” at Horses in Los Angeles on February 16, a few days after Valentine’s Day.

A Look Back — Shawn Mendes’ Past Relationships and Connections

Shawn’s last high-profile public relationship was with Camila Cabello, whom he dated from 2019 until November 2021.

In a joint statement shared with their Instagram followers, the two wrote: “Hey guys, we’ve decided to end our romantic relationship, but our love for one another as humans is stronger than ever. We started our relationship as best friends and will continue to be best friends. We so appreciate your support from the beginning and moving forward. Camila and Shawn.”

Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello win Collaboration of the Year for their hit song Señorita at the 2019 American Music Awards (Credit: Sara De Boer / startraksphoto)

Following his breakup with Camila, the 24-year-old Stitches hitmaker has been linked to his 51-year-old chiropractor, Dr. Jocelyne Miranda.

The two have been spotted in public together on multiple occasions since the summer of 2022, enjoying lunch and going on hikes. Their most recent sighting was on February 21 at Runyon Canyon Park, as per Page Six.

Jocelyne has over “20 years of experience in the field of Chiropractic and Rehabilitation.” Throughout her career, she has worked with A-list celebrities, including Justin Bieber, Hailey Bieber, Kendall Jenner, and Justin Timberlake.

She has long been Shawn Mendes’ personal chiropractor and has accompanied the Grammy-nominated artist on several tours.

Sabrina Carpenter’s Dating History — From Joshua Bassett to Dylan O’Brien

Sabrina Carpenter fueled relationship speculations with Teen Wolf actor Dylan O’Brien in the fall of 2022 after allegedly being seen together in New York City.

Some fans claimed the two kissed at Attaboy, a cocktail bar in Manhattan’s Lower East Side, but neither party has confirmed or denied the rumor.

Sabrina Carpenter has sparked romance rumors with Teen Wolf star Dylan O’Brien after they were allegedly seen kissing at Attaboy cocktail bar in Manhattan in September 2022 (Credit: Marion Curtis / Starpix / INSTARimages / Cover Images)

In the summer of 2020, Sabrina sparked dating rumors with Joshua Bassett right after the High School Musical: The Musical: The Series actor and Olivia Rodrigo called it quits.

Fans speculated that Carpenter is the “blonde girl” referred to in the lyrics of Rodrigo’s hit song Drivers License, which is allegedly about her split with Bassett.

Olivia Rodrigo and rumored ex Joshua Bassett at the High School Musical: The Musical: The Series Season 3 premiere at Walt Disney Studios in July 2022 (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)

More Sabrina Carpenter Shoe & Style Highlights

Sabrina Carpenter’s fearless approach to red carpet dressing continues to blend pop-star energy with couture craftsmanship. From thigh-skimming minis to statement platforms, her fashion moments showcase how height, styling, and confidence intersect in celebrity footwear culture. Explore more of her standout looks below: