Stars were out in full force, decked in high-end gowns and heels, to celebrate the finest achievements in filmmaking and television at the 30th Annual Critics Choice Awards!
This year’s ceremony, postponed because of the wildfires in Los Angeles, was worth the wait. Chelsea Handler hosted the event at Santa Monica’s Barker Hangar, and our favorite celebrities served amazing looks that transformed the red carpet into a fashion runway.
Demi Moore, Ariana Grande, Joey King, and Rachel Brosnahan lead the glamour at the 2025 Critics Choice Awards at Santa Monica’s Barker Hangar (Credit: Abaca Press / MediaPunch / INSTARimages)
From Demi Moore, who stunned in a couture dress and matching heels, to Ariana Grande, who looked whimsical in her artistic, earthy gown and black pumps, the 30th Annual Critics Choice Awards red carpet was a visual feast of fashion and style.
1. Demi Moore Stuns in Schiaparelli Haute Couture Pumps and Structured Gown
Demi Moore didn’t just win the Best Actress award for her role as fading Hollywood star Elisabeth Sparkle in the body horror movie The Substance, she was also a fashion winner, at least in my book.
Renowned for her elegant personal style, Moore tends to favor classy and sophisticated ensembles, often in muted colors. And if I’m being honest, her wardrobe selection has never ceased to amaze me since she made her small-screen comeback last year for Feud: Capote vs. The Swans. Her shoe choices have also leveled up, often wearing classic silhouettes with modern, glamorous twists.
At the 2025 Critics Choice Awards, Moore wore a pair of navy satin pumps from Schiaparelli’s Fall 2024 Haute Couture collection. These pumps have sharp pointed toes, low-cut vamps, and a strap across the foot resembling a Mary Jane strap.
What I love best about these red carpet-worthy shoes is the distinctive crystal ball accent that seems to float on the vamp. It matches the ball at the base of the slim stiletto heels, which adds extra glitz to Moore’s look. I appreciate how the glittery balls give the classic pump silhouette a unique and eye-catching touch.
Demi Moore dons Schiaparelli’s Fall 2024 navy pumps featuring a crystal ball accent at the vamp and base of the heel (Credit: Abaca Press / INSTARimages)
Demi Moore’s shoes and dress are equally striking. She paired the whimsical pumps with a navy dress designed by Daniel Roseberry for Schiaparelli’s Fall 2024 collection. It’s made of layers of hand-cut duchesse satin ribbons that gradually expose her skin as it cascades down her ankles. It also has an exaggerated pannier that gives Moore the illusion of a smaller waist and fuller hips.
The tight, strapless bodice suits Demi well, in my opinion. Inspired by an antique shoe, the neckline is embellished with black rhinestones and sequins, with a palladium egg in the center. The corset-like lacing and silver-tone grommets on the back add to the overall dramatic appearance of the dress.
Demi Moore, 2025 Critics Choice Awards Best Actress winner, wows in a navy Schiaparelli gown featuring layers of hand-cut duchesse satin ribbons, an embellished strapless neckline, and a palladium egg in the middle (Credit: Abaca Press / INSTARimages)
I don’t think this ensemble needs any other accessories. But to make the look even better, Demi, with the help of her stylist Brad Goreski, chose to accessorize with navy pieces.
She fastened Tiffany & Co. diamond earrings with pear-shaped sapphire stones to her ears, donned a silver bangle, and carried a blue Schiaparelli Keyhole Bijou Chain clutch.
Stepping Out in Style: Celebrities Who Love Schiaparelli Shoes
Schiaparelli’s avant-garde designs have captivated numerous celebrities, leading to memorable fashion moments. Here are some notable instances where stars have donned Schiaparelli shoes:
Jennifer Lopez’s Bold Look at Schiaparelli Haute Couture Show
- Event: Schiaparelli Haute Couture Show
- Outfit: Jennifer Lopez made a statement in a Skeleton Trompe-L’oeil knit turtleneck with exaggerated sleeves.
- Footwear: She completed her ensemble with Schiaparelli’s distinctive footwear, showcasing the brand’s unique aesthetic.
- More Details: Jennifer Lopez’s Schiaparelli Paris Fashion Look
Vanessa Hudgens at the Tony Awards
- Event: 75th Tony Awards
- Outfit: Vanessa Hudgens stunned in a black textured ruched dress from Schiaparelli’s Spring 2022 collection.
- Footwear: She paired the dress with Jimmy Choo Max platform sandals, adding height and elegance to her look.
- More Details: Vanessa Hudgens’ Schiaparelli Dress and Jimmy Choo Heels
Zendaya’s Daring Style at Schiaparelli Show
- Event: Schiaparelli Haute Couture Show
- Outfit: Zendaya debuted a daring look featuring micro bangs and a black crepe ensemble.
- Footwear: She completed her outfit with Schiaparelli shoes, embodying the brand’s bold and innovative spirit.
- More Details: Zendaya’s Schiaparelli Show Appearance
These instances highlight Schiaparelli’s appeal among celebrities, offering designs that range from bold statements to elegant classics.
2. Ariana Grande Is Enchanting in Jimmy Choo Pumps and Dior Raffia Gown
Ariana Grande lost the Best Supporting Actress award to Zoe Saldana, but she won us over on the red carpet! The Wicked actress donned an enchanting raffia gown from Dior’s latest Couture Spring/Summer 2025 collection and classic black leather pumps by Jimmy Choo.
Grande slipped her feet into the elegantly versatile “Romy” pumps, one of Jimmy Choo’s most popular styles. They are crafted in Italy from smooth black leather with a semi-matte finish. While they have a fairly basic silhouette, with pointed toes and stiletto heels, they’re guaranteed to add a sleek and elegant touch to any outfit.
These pumps are available for $576 at Farfetch. Her choice of simple shoes may not appeal to everyone, but I think it was a smart move to highlight her Christian Dior “bloom-kissed textural” gown.
Ariana Grande keeps her footwear simple by wearing the timeless Jimmy Choo Romy pumps (Credit: MediaPunch / INSTARimages)
Last year, Ariana’s ethereal, fairy-like pink ensembles transported us to a world straight out of fairy tales. This time, rather than fantastical, she displayed a more artistic yet still dreamy look. Her Dior dress departs slightly from her mostly pink choices when promoting Wicked, but her love of everything whimsical remains evident.
Fusing art and haute couture, the gown features a see-through mesh bodice with floral appliques adorning the shoulders. I adore how it fits Ariana and shows off a glimpse of her skin without coming across as gaudy.
The lower half of the gown features an architectural, structured crinoline skirt that resembles a bird’s cage. Covered in the same nude mesh fabric, the skirt is adorned with soft hand-embroidered flowers and raffia straw strands hanging from the waist and cascading to the floor.
The dress reportedly took 3,800 hours to make, demonstrating the house’s Savoir Faire mastery. Considering the intricate detailing, I’m not surprised.
Ariana Grande looks enchanting in a Christian Dior gown featuring a nude mesh bodice and a structured crinoline skirt that resembles a bird’s cage with raffia straw fringes (Credit: MediaPunch / INSTARimages)
Regarding her accessories, Ariana and her stylist, Mimi Cuttrell, selected a few diamond pieces from Bucherer. With her hair tied in a neat side-parted bun, she showcased her Firework earrings set with 32 9.58ct. pear-cut diamonds and 14 2.8ct. brilliant-cut diamonds.
She also wore two Bucherer Joy Collecting rings: one with an oval-cut diamond and the other with a cushion-cut diamond.
A Star-Approved Staple: Celebrities Who Love Jimmy Choo’s ‘Romy’ Pumps
Ariana Grande isn’t the only star captivated by the allure of Jimmy Choo’s iconic “Romy” pumps. Rita Ora showcased her chic style by pairing the embellished “Romy” pumps with a Jovonna London ensemble during a BBC Radio 1 appearance.
Similarly, Chloë Grace Moretz embraced old Hollywood glamour by donning lace “Romy” pumps alongside a black Marchesa dress at Variety’s Power of Young Hollywood event.
Even royalty appreciates the timeless elegance of these heels; Kate Middleton has been spotted transitioning her glitter “Romy” pumps seamlessly from day to night, exemplifying their versatility.
These instances underscore the “Romy” pumps’ status as a red carpet staple, celebrated for their distinctive design and universal appeal.
3. Joey King Is Ethereal in Miu Miu Crystal Slingback Pumps and Delicate Pastel Dress
Joey King attended the Critics’ Choice Awards to support her Hulu historical drama miniseries We Were the Lucky Ones, which was up for Best Limited Series. Although she didn’t go up the stage as her show lost to Netflix’s Baby Reindeer, she stole the spotlight on the red carpet in her crystal-encrusted Miu Miu pumps and pastel green Miu Miu dress.
We could not see her shoes in all their glory, but King was sporting a pair of white satin slingback pumps coated in luminous crystals. These $1,850 pumps have a strap across the vamp decorated with heat-sealed artificial crystals, a crystal-encrusted slingback strap, pointed toes, and martini-shaped varnished heels.
Her white shoes complemented her ethereal pale green dress. I adore how the mix gave off a feeling of freshness and airiness. I only wish she had worn the dress’s original knee-length runway version so we could see her shoes in full.
Joey King shines in a pair of white crystal-embellished Miu Miu slingback pumps (Credit: Abaca Press / INSTARimages)
The slip-style dress is a testament to her love of pastels. It’s cut from teal satin and has a corset bodice with mesh inserts on the midsection, revealing her abs and the garment’s boning. From the rear, it resembles a strapless gown tied at the back and layered over a black bralette with white trims and thin spaghetti straps.
It transitions into a vintage-looking floor-length column skirt with a bow at the front waist and ruffled lace panels. Despite the dress’s busy design, I adore how the small details complement each other.
Joey enhanced the look’s regal aura with a braid around the top of her head. For extra glitz and glamour, she accessorized with minimal De Beers jewelry.
Joey King teams her feminine crystal-encrusted pumps with a pastel green and blue Miu Miu dress featuring a daring corset-style bodice with mesh inserts and boning (Credit: Abaca Press / INSTARimages)
She donned the $53,000 DB Classic Eternity Line Round Brilliant Diamond Necklace featuring a single graduated row of round brilliant diamonds totaling 10.27 carats. She also wore the $11,300 Enchanted Lotus Stud Earrings in 18k white gold with round brilliant and pear-shaped diamonds forming the lotus flower.
Joey adorned her manicured hands with a silver Tag Heuer Carrera watch and a $20,000 De Beers Enchanted Lotus Open Ring with 2.27 carats of round brilliant and pear-shaped diamonds.
A-Listers in Miu Miu: Celebrities Who Love Miu Miu Pumps
Ariana Grande isn’t the only star captivated by the allure of Miu Miu’s exquisite pumps.
At the Miu Miu Cruise 2018 fashion show, celebrities like Milla Jovovich and Teresa Palmer showcased their chic style by pairing embellished Miu Miu heels with their ensembles.
Similarly, Daisy Ridley embraced festive elegance by donning chic Miu Miu pumps at the Fashion Awards.
4. Rachel Brosnahan Is Seductive Yet Glamorous in Miu Miu Platform Heels and Black Cutout Gown
Rachel Brosnahan commanded attention as she took to the stage to present the award for Best Actor in a Comedy Series to Adam Brody of Nobody Wants This.
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel star looked taller than her 5’3” height as she teetered on a pair of Miu Miu sandals with thick platforms and towering wide block heels.
They’re made in Italy from soft satin with a luxurious sheen that adds a touch of shimmer and glamour to the overall look. I love the addition of the logo-adorned classy bows on the toe straps, as they give the chunky silhouette a feminine charm. These sandals sit on tall, flared heels and are secured to the foot with a slim ankle strap.
Rachel Brosnahan shows a glimpse of her Miu Miu bow open-toe sandals (Credit: Abaca Press / INSTARimages)
Rachel chose a classic red carpet look, pairing her black sandals with a black gown, which I assume is also by Miu Miu.
Showing her take on the black cutout dress trend, Brosnahan’s outfit features a large keyhole cutout that flaunted her ample bust. Other than that, it’s a fairly modest gown with embellished capped shoulders, a halter neck, and a flattering fitted silhouette.
Enhancing the ensemble’s timelessness, Brosnahan wore a selection of diamonds by Pomellato.
Her $20,950 “Nudo” earrings showed through her hair, styled in a chic bun with a few tendrils framing her face. They are made of 18k rose and white gold set with 170 white diamonds. I adore their striking silhouette, which has become the most recognizable design of the jewelry house.
Rachel Brosnahan looks seductive but glamorous in a black gown with a chest cutout and embellished capped shoulders (Credit: Abaca Press / INSTARimages)
Brosnahan further accessorized her look with a few rings adorning her black-manicured hands. She wore the $10,100 Iconica Slim Ring in 18k rose gold with 97 white diamonds, the $9,850 Nudo Classic ring in 18k white and rose gold with 105 white diamonds, and the $13,100 Nudo Ring in 18k rose and white gold with 86 white diamonds.
Stepping Out in Style: Shoe Highlights from Previous Critics’ Choice Awards
The Critics’ Choice Awards have consistently showcased celebrities stepping out in style, particularly with their choice of footwear. Here are some notable shoe highlights from previous ceremonies:
Margot Robbie’s Elegant Red Ensemble
- Event: 2024 Critics’ Choice Awards
- Outfit: Margot Robbie graced the red carpet in a stunning red gown that highlighted her natural beauty.
- Footwear: She complemented her look with matching red heels, adding a cohesive touch to her ensemble.
- More Details: Margot Robbie’s red carpet look at the Critics’ Choice Awards
Jennifer Aniston’s Chic Black Ensemble
- Event: 2024 Critics’ Choice Awards
- Outfit: Jennifer Aniston showcased an all-black look with a contemporary take on her iconic Rachel Green hairstyle.
- Footwear: She elevated her ensemble with black satin pointed-toe heels, perfectly complementing her chic cigarette pants.
- More Details: Jennifer Aniston’s edgy “New Rachel” haircut and black ensemble
Emily Blunt’s Red Hot Armani Privé Gown
- Event: 2024 Critics’ Choice Awards
- Outfit: Emily Blunt commanded attention in a scarlet Armani Privé gown adorned with intricate embroidery.
- Footwear: While her footwear was subtly hidden, the ensemble was complemented by elegant heels that matched the gown’s sophistication.
- More Details: Emily Blunt’s head-turning ensemble at the Critics’ Choice Awards
Emma Stone’s Custom Louis Vuitton Dress
- Event: 2024 Critics’ Choice Awards
- Outfit: Emma Stone radiated elegance in a bespoke black Louis Vuitton dress with a one-shoulder bodice.
- Footwear: She paired her flowing outfit with stylish heels that complemented her ensemble.
- More Details: Emma Stone’s custom Louis Vuitton look at the Critics’ Choice Awards
Aubrey Plaza’s Louis Vuitton Gown
- Event: 2023 Critics’ Choice Awards
- Outfit: Aubrey Plaza was exquisite in a couture Louis Vuitton gown with black sequins and a dramatic V-shaped neckline.
- Footwear: She completed her look with black ankle-strap heels, adding a touch of elegance to her ensemble.
- More Details: Aubrey Plaza’s stunning appearance at the Critics’ Choice Awards
These moments highlight the impeccable shoe choices that have graced the Critics’ Choice Awards red carpet, showcasing a blend of elegance, sophistication, and personal style.