The Thyra sandal has solidified its place as one of Jimmy Choo’s most iconic evening silhouettes. Defined by a hand-finished, crystal-encrusted knot, the design became a red carpet staple during the 2020 awards season in Los Angeles.
From the Academy Awards to the Critics’ Choice Awards, the Thyra’s blend of sculptural elegance and high-octane glamour made it the footwear of choice for Hollywood’s elite.
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Style icons including Kate Bosworth, Scarlett Johansson, and Gabrielle Union have all showcased the sandal’s versatility, pairing it with everything from avant-garde couture to classic bias-cut gowns.
Olivia Wilde also famously wore the style during its debut season, demonstrating that the knotted pavé detail serves as the perfect focal point for a minimalist ensemble.
Scarlett Johansson Makes a Case for Jimmy Choo Thyra in Oscar de la Renta
For the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, the Avengers: Endgame actress styled Jimmy Choo Thyra heels with a sultry Oscar de la Renta liquid lamé bandeau gown, carrying a Judith Leiber Couture New Goddess crystal clutch, and finishing the look with Forevermark diamond jewelry.
Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost arrive at the 2020 Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on February 9, 2020, in Beverly Hills, California (Credit: Sheri Determan / WENN / Instar)
Nominated for Best Actress for Marriage Story and Best Supporting Actress for Jojo Rabbit, she was also supported by her fiancé, Colin Jost, at the 2020 Academy Awards.
Scarlett wore a custom Oscar de la Renta pewter gown with a fringe bodice and satin skirt to the Academy Awards ceremony, pairing the look with Jimmy Choo Minny heels and Forevermark by Anita Ko jewelry; the hand-draped corset and bias-cut skirt required more than 300 hours of craftsmanship.
Colin Jost and Scarlett Johansson arrive at the 92nd Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood and Highland on February 9, 2020, in Hollywood, California
One day earlier, the “Black Widow” actress also turned heads in a polka dot Balmain Pre-Fall 2020 dress embellished with round oversized crystals, black patent leather Saint Laurent Zoe pumps, and Hanut Singh earrings at the 2020 Film Independent Spirit Awards.
Scarlett Johansson paired Saint Laurent Zoe ankle-strap pumps with a crystal-embellished Balmain Pre-Fall 2020 polka-dot dress at the 2020 Film Independent Spirit Awards in Santa Monica on February 8, 2020
Gabrielle Union Brings Couture Drama to Jimmy Choo’s Thyra Sandals
Holding hands with her husband, Dwyane Wade, Gabrielle Union stunned in an architectural Giambattista Valli Spring 2020 Haute Couture gown with 3D flowers at the 2020 Vanity Fair Oscar Party.
Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade attend the 2020 Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on February 9, 2020
The L.A.’s Finest actress accessorized with 30-carat rose-cut diamond flower cluster earrings and two diamond rings from Lorraine Schwartz.
A close-up of Gabrielle Union’s footwear at the 2020 Vanity Fair Oscar Party, highlighting the Jimmy Choo Thyra’s signature pavé crystal-encrusted knot and delicate ankle strap
Earlier that month, she also attended the 2020 Essence Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon in a Rosie Assoulin Resort 2020 dress and white sandals.
Gabrielle Union attended the 2020 Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards Luncheon wearing a red-and-white floral Rosie Assoulin silk midi skirt paired with crisp white ankle-strap heels on February 6, 2020, in Beverly Hills, California
More Iconic Jimmy Choo Shoe Moments Worth Exploring
From red-carpet premieres to headline-making collaborations, Jimmy Choo’s most enduring designs continue to shape how celebrities approach evening dressing.
If the Thyra sandal’s crystal-knotted glamour caught your eye, these standout Jimmy Choo moments offer a deeper look at the silhouettes, styling choices, and fashion pairings that have cemented the brand’s place in modern celebrity style.
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- 🌟 Legends Collide: Jimmy Choo x Jean Paul Gaultier With Kylie Minogue — a high-impact fashion collaboration blending couture drama with statement footwear.
- 👡 Julianne Hough’s Emmys Look With Marchesa & Jimmy Choo Teira Heels — a polished awards-season moment grounded by metallic Choo sandals.
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