Throwback to a Truly Iconic Premiere: When The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 1 debuted in London, its leading ladies didn’t just walk the red carpet—they owned it. The 2014 world premiere became an unforgettable fashion moment, with each star turning heads in runway-worthy looks that still hold up today.
Elizabeth Banks brought cinematic drama in Elie Saab couture, while Jennifer Lawrence kept things classic and romantic in Dior. Jena Malone embraced bold, offbeat elegance in Emilia Wickstead, and Natalie Dormer delivered moody, gothic glamour in Nicholas Oakwell Couture.
Let’s revisit the standout style moments from this dazzling night of fashion.
1. Elizabeth Banks Wows in Dramatic Elie Saab Couture Gown at Mockingjay Premiere
Elizabeth Banks’s off-duty style is very simple, but when she steps on the red carpet, she wows everyone.
Elizabeth Banks at the world premiere of The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 1 held at Odeon Leicester Square in London, England, on November 11, 2014 (Credit: WENN / Lexie Appleby / Future Image / Joe / Lia Toby / Mario Mitsis / Daniel Deme / Zibi)
At almost all of the Hunger Games premieres, Elizabeth always makes an extra effort to look amazing, and we applaud her for that.
For the first leg of premieres, the actress chose a captivating Elie Saab fall 2014 couture gown that took our breath away.
Elizabeth Banks attended the premiere of “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1” in a floral-print gown with a stormy-print skirt and embellishments that enchanted the red carpet
The gorgeous couture dress features an unlikely mix of floral print on the bodice and a dark, stormy print on the skirt. This piece may well be one of the best gowns we’ve seen this year!
Elizabeth Banks plays Effie Trinket in the Hunger Games films and stole the show at the world premiere of Mockingjay – Part 1 with her Elie Saab Fall 2014 Paris Haute Couture gown
2. Jena Malone Serves Edgy Elegance in Emilia Wickstead Two-Piece Look
Jena Malone’s style was also on point in an edgy but sophisticated Emilia Wickstead Spring 2015 dress.
Jena Malone in an ivory and yellow two-piece Emilia Wickstead outfit at the world premiere of The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 1 held at Odeon Leicester Square in London, England, on November 11, 2014
The fiery redhead looked ultra-fierce in the two-piece outfit, which featured a white bodysuit and a high-waisted wraparound skirt made of luscious duchess satin.
Jena Malone wore the outfit off the shoulder, making it her own, while still maintaining a classy look
Jena kept her makeup simple but accentuated her look with bold red lips to amp up the sexiness. She finished the ensemble with ivory-colored Charlotte Olympia pumps.
Jena Malone shows off her feet in ivory-colored Charlotte Olympia pumps
3. Natalie Dormer Goes Gothic in Sheer Nicholas Oakwell Couture Ensemble
Natalie Dormer tried to achieve an edgy look but did not quite pull it off as well as Jena.
Natalie Dormer in a Nicholas Oakwell Couture gown at the world premiere of The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 1 held at Odeon Leicester Square in London, England, on November 11, 2014
The British actress wore another couture creation by Nicholas Oakwell, which features a sheer blue underlay topped with a structured black dress.
It’s also decorated with floral appliques in total contrast with the dark hues of the dress. A lot is going on in this hard-to-pull-off dress, but it still got much attention.
Natalie Dormer wore a black Nicholas Oakwell Couture gown with blue embellished sheer long sleeves and inserts in the front
4. Jennifer Lawrence Channels Feminine Glamour in Blue Dior Dress and Manolo Blahnik Heels
Jennifer Lawrence in an off-runway Dior diamond-shaped quilted dress at the world premiere of The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 1 held at Odeon Leicester Square in London, England, on November 11, 2014
The movie star chose a feminine Dior look for the movie premiere.
Jennifer Lawrence in a blue Dior dress with an asymmetrical hemline, black floral embellishments, and Manolo Blahnik heels
Jennifer Lawrence was a darling in a quilted, light blue dress featuring floral embroidery on the bodice and a high-low hemline.
Jennifer Lawrence looked lovely in a dress in light blue with black floral embroidery and a rise-and-fall hemline
Although the actress chose a pretty ill-fitting pair of sandals, we still love the overall styling of this red carpet look.
Jennifer Lawrence shows off her feet in black sandals on the red carpet
🎬 Hunger Games Stars: Shoe & Fashion Highlights
- 👠 Julianne Moore’s Givenchy ankle‑strap sandals at the Mockingjay Part 2 London premiere — elegant platforms that contrasted her tiered Alexander McQueen dress.
- ✨ Jennifer Lawrence’s Stuart Weitzman “Nudist” sandals during the Mockingjay handprint ceremony at TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.
- 🌟 Jennifer Lawrence’s golden heels by Jimmy Choo or Tom Ford at various Hunger Games premieres, styled with radiant gowns.
- 👢 J‑Law’s Nicholas Kirkwood peep‑toe lace booties at 2013 Comic‑Con — initially mistaken for Jimmy Choo “Maylen” sandals.
- 🥾 Hunter Schafer’s Alexander McQueen look with embellished matching boots at the Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes LA premiere.