Australian actress Samara Weaving established herself as a red-carpet mainstay during the world premiere of The Valet at The Montalban Theatre in Hollywood on May 11, 2022.
Known for her versatile roles, Weaving transitioned from her signature screen persona to a polished editorial look for the event.
In the film—a remake of the 2006 French comedy La Doublure—Weaving stars as Olivia Allan, a famous actress who enlists a valet (played by Eugenio Derbez) to pose as her boyfriend to divert attention from a high-profile affair.
Samara Weaving appears as Olivia Allan in The Valet, her polished look contrasted by subtly enhanced teeth that underscore the character’s carefully curated, celebrity-perfect image (Credit: Hulu)
Samara stepped onto the red carpet alongside co-star Eugenio Derbez in a striking Louis Vuitton gown that subtly echoed the “superheroine” spirit of Nicolas Ghesquière’s Resort 2023 vision.
The structured, embellished bodice—finished with leather straps punctuated by metallic eyelets—lent a tough, utilitarian edge, while the look softened into a floor-length, semi-sheer black chiffon skirt that moved with an airy, almost ethereal lightness.
Samara Weaving dazzles in a crystal-embellished black gown, pairing the shimmering silhouette with minimalist black ankle-strap sandals that elongate her frame on the red carpet (Credit: MEGA / WENN)
We love the embellished fitted bodice along with its leather-accented straps. The semi-sheer chiffon skirt created balance, giving her look an almost goddess-like feel.
Samara Weaving playfully poses with co-star Eugenio Derbez at The Valet premiere, her embellished Louis Vuitton gown adding a touch of edgy glamour to the lighthearted red-carpet moment at The Montalban Theatre on May 11, 2022, in Hollywood, California (Credit: MEGA / WENN)
Samara grounded the look with sleek black leather strappy sandals set on a slim stiletto heel, finished with a minimalist toe strap and a delicate ankle buckle.
The barely-there silhouette elongated her frame and kept the focus on the gown’s sheer hemline.
While the designer remains unconfirmed—and no signature red soles were visible, suggesting they may not be Christian Louboutin—the choice still reflects her polished, understated approach to red-carpet styling.
She has, after all, stepped out in Christian Louboutin favorites before—from the sleek black-satin ‘Uptown’ ankle-strap pumps she wore to the Ready or Not premiere in Culver City in August 2019 to the dazzling crystal-dusted “Lasera” pumps in Fever red veau velours she styled with a red bumpsuit while pregnant in 2026.
Samara Weaving shows off a deep burgundy pedicure in minimalist black ankle-strap sandals, the barely-there straps framing her foot with clean, elegant precision (Credit: MEGA / WENN)
Besides her dramatic smoky eye, she kept her makeup natural and finished off her look by styling her hair in soft waves away from her face – we feel she looked every bit the star she is!
This polished red-carpet appearance is a testament to Weaving’s status as a fashion chameleon. While she favors high-fashion silhouettes from Louis Vuitton for the cameras, she is equally known for undergoing radical physical transformations for her craft—most notably in Nine Perfect Strangers.
In an interview with Digital Spy, she revealed that even co-stars like Nicole Kidman and Melissa McCarthy didn’t recognize her at first.
Samara Weaving wears fake teeth as Jessica Chandler in the American drama streaming television miniseries Nine Perfect Strangers (Credit: Hulu)
The look involved heavy fake tan, exaggerated nails, facial wiring for a lifted effect, and a set of fake teeth—along with detailed makeup work by artist Sian Howard.
“No one recognized me—my phone wouldn’t even unlock,” she said, adding that the physical shift subtly changed how people interacted with her on set.
Years before her The Valet premiere, Samara was already leaning into Louis Vuitton’s bold, architectural aesthetic under Nicolas Ghesquière—making this Cruise 2020 appearance a clear early chapter in her ongoing relationship with the house.
Samara Weaving steps out in statement black Louis Vuitton boots with a chunky lug sole and pointed toe, grounding her structured, military-inspired ensemble with a sharp, utilitarian edge at the Louis Vuitton Cruise 2020 Fashion Show at JFK Airport on May 8, 2019, in New York City (Credit: MEGA / WENN)
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Samara Weaving’s red-carpet appearance also fits into a broader Louis Vuitton fashion story—one defined by sharp contrasts, sculptural silhouettes, and statement shoes that bring Nicolas Ghesquière’s vision to life.
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