On October 7, 2014, Selena Gomez arrived at the Vista Theatre in Los Angeles for the screening of the musical drama Rudderless.
Her look for the evening centered on a crimson Christian Dior mini dress, notable for its architectural bell-shaped skirt and deep plunging neckline.
Selena Gomez wears her hair in a sleek center-parted low bun with sharp winged eyeliner and diamond drop earrings at the Rudderless screening in Los Angeles on October 7, 2014 (Credit: Bridow / WENN)
The ensemble showcased a balance of classic silhouettes and modern details, paired with minimal jewelry from Sidney Garber to keep the focus on the dress’s sharp lines.
Selena Gomez steps onto the red carpet in a crimson satin Christian Dior mini dress with a plunging neckline, balancing bold color with minimalist styling
For footwear, Gomez turned to the “Pacha” pumps by Manolo Blahnik—one of the brand’s most recognizable mid-2010s designs and an early standout in the now-ubiquitous “naked shoe” movement.
Crafted with clear PVC side panels, the silhouette creates a striking barely-there illusion, while a sharply pointed toe and slender stiletto heel (typically around 100mm) preserve the house’s signature ladylike structure. A contrasting patent-leather cap toe and heel counter ground the transparency, adding polish and definition to the otherwise weightless design.
Selena Gomez poses in her structured Dior mini, the bell-shaped skirt and delicate straps creating a sculpted silhouette against the red carpet backdrop
Blahnik’s play on visibility versus structure helped push PVC footwear into the mainstream, and the Pacha quickly became a red-carpet favorite for its leg-lengthening effect—particularly in neutral or nude variations that create a seamless line from foot to ankle.
Gomez’s black cap-toe version, paired with her crimson Dior mini, offered a more graphic interpretation, balancing modern edge with classic refinement.
Today, while no longer a core retail focus for the brand, the Pacha remains a sought-after style on the resale market and a clear precursor to the transparent heels that continue to dominate eveningwear styling.
Selena Gomez finishes the look with Manolo Blahnik “Pacha” pumps, featuring clear PVC panels and glossy black cap toes that sharpen the pointed silhouette
The “Pacha” remains a staple for those seeking a mix of traditional leather craftsmanship and modern transparency. You can find variations of the Manolo Blahnik translucent pump collection at Nordstrom, Farfetch, and Mytheresa.
How Manolo Blahnik’s “Pacha” Pump Became the Original “Naked Shoe” on the Red Carpet
Selena Gomez’s Dior-and-Pacha pairing is just one example of how Manolo Blahnik’s transparent cap-toe pump reshaped evening footwear in the mid-2010s.
From polished red-carpet styling to more relaxed, street-style interpretations, the design proved remarkably versatile—balancing barely-there illusion with the structure of a classic pointed pump.
These additional moments highlight how celebrities and stylists embraced the Pacha’s leg-lengthening effect across different aesthetics and occasions.
👠 Explore More Manolo Blahnik “Pacha” Shoe Moments:
- 🤍 Khloé Kardashian’s white A.L.C. dress with Manolo Blahnik “Pacha” pumps shows how the transparent pump can read softer and more ethereal, with the clear side panels keeping the look light while the pointed toe adds structure.
- 🖤 Jamie Chung’s coated jeans, white blazer, and clear PVC “Pacha” pumps offers a more street-style take on the design, proving the shoe works just as well with sleek separates as it does with red-carpet dresses.
- ✨ Manolo Blahnik’s Resort 2014 collection gives readers broader context for the “Pacha,” placing it among the label’s standout silhouettes from the era and underscoring how naturally it fit into the brand’s refined, high-fashion vocabulary.