Diane Kruger’s Giambattista Valli Miss: A Rare Red Carpet Misstep

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Diane Kruger seldom fails to show impeccable style whenever she’s out, especially when hitting the red carpet. However, at the 2013 Vanity Fair Oscar party, the then-36-year-old model/actress didn’t impress me.

Diane Kruger stuns with a sleek center-parted updo, statement earrings, a bold monochrome abstract-patterned Giambattista Valli dress, and a metallic box clutch, showcasing elegant yet modern accessoriesDiane Kruger stuns with a sleek center-parted updo, statement earrings, a bold monochrome abstract-patterned Giambattista Valli dress, and a metallic box clutch, showcasing elegant yet modern accessories

It looked like she was pregnant in her Giambattista Valli Spring 2013 cape dress. I found the outfit unflattering and a far cry from her stunning red dress at last year’s Vanity Fair Oscar party.

However, I love that she paired her black-and-white dress with matching Christian Louboutin “Paulina” pumps.

Actress Diane Kruger, wearing a monochrome Giambattista Valli Spring 2013 cape dress paired with Christian Louboutin 'Paulina' pumps, poses with Joshua Jackson at the 2013 Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Graydon Carter at Sunset Tower on February 24, 2013, in West Hollywood, CaliforniaActress Diane Kruger, wearing a monochrome Giambattista Valli Spring 2013 cape dress paired with Christian Louboutin ‘Paulina’ pumps, poses with Joshua Jackson at the 2013 Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Graydon Carter at Sunset Tower on February 24, 2013, in West Hollywood, California (Credit: Brian To / WENN)

This pointed-toe pump, part of Louboutin’s Spring 2013 collection, features dominant patent leather with a clear PVC throat trimmed with leather.

Later the same year, Heidi Klum wore stylish Christian Louboutin ‘Monocronana’ sandals from the same collection on the ‘America’s Got Talent’ post-show red carpet.

Diane Kruger showcases her sophisticated style in Christian Louboutin 'Paulina' pumps, featuring a sleek pointed-toe design, glossy patent leather, and a modern PVC detail for an elegant finishDiane Kruger showcases her sophisticated style in Christian Louboutin ‘Paulina’ pumps, featuring a sleek pointed-toe design, glossy patent leather, and a modern PVC detail for an elegant finish

Diane Kruger’s Iconic Giambattista Valli Looks

Diane Kruger’s collaboration with Giambattista Valli has consistently showcased her impeccable style and the designer’s signature elegance.

In 2016, Kruger attended the New York City Ballet Fall Gala in a chiffon babydoll dress from Giambattista Valli’s Fall 2016 Couture collection, reminiscent of a classical tutu, further cementing her status as a fashion icon.

More recently, at the 2023 Red Sea International Film Festival, she captivated audiences in a black lace and taffeta gown by Giambattista Valli, featuring a lace romper, taffeta halterneck, oversized back bow, and a voluminous open-front skirt, embodying the house’s signature voluminous shapes.

These appearances highlight the harmonious blend of Kruger’s sophisticated style with Giambattista Valli’s exquisite designs, making her a consistent standout on the red carpet.