Emily Blunt in $59 Betsey Johnson Heels and More Affordable Shoes on the Red Carpet During Awards Season

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With the focus on celebrity style has come the proliferation of “look-for-less” and “high fashion dupe” content. Companies like FashionNova and Shein often replicate designs worn by red carpet stars that are financially inaccessible to wider viewing audiences. But occasionally, there’s no need for a knock-off; the original item is affordable to most.

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This weekend, between three Hollywood red carpet events (the Screen Actors Guild Awards, the Producers Guild Awards and the Independent Spirit Awards), stars turned up wearing heels that were less than $150. Here, we take a look at a few from Betsey Johnson and Steven Madden.

Taraji P. Henson

Los Angeles, CA - February 24: Taraji P. Henson arriving on the red carpet at the 30th Screen Actors Guild Awards in Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall in Los Angeles, CA, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024. (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
Taraji P. Henson at the 30th Screen Actors Guild Awards on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024. Los Angeles Times via Getty Imag

On Saturday, Taraji P. Henson turned up to the Screen Actors Guild Awards wearing the Betsey Johnson “Dean” style in black. With rhinestones encrusting the heel and the toe strap, the design added sparkle to the actress who stars in 2023’s “The Color Purple.”

Betsey Johnson "Dean" style in black
Betsey Johnson "Dean" style in black

$139

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Henson was styled by the duo Wayman and Micah with the glitz of the heels complimenting her Bulgari necklace and bracelets. And while the heels provided the perfect finishing touch to the glamorous Giambatista Valli gown Henson wore that night, they fit neatly within most shoe budgets at $139.

Da’Vine Joy Randolph

SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 25: Da'Vine Joy Randolphattends the 2024 Film Independent Spirit Awards on February 25, 2024 in Santa Monica, California. (Photo by Araya Doheny/Getty Images)
Da’Vine Joy Randolph at the 2024 Film Independent Spirit Awards on February 25, 2024. Getty Images

On Sunday, “The Holdovers” actress Da’Vine Joy Randolph headed to the Independent Spirit Awards wearing Steven Madden heels. The minimalist “Partay” design features a square toe, as well as a bold, bulbous ankle and toe strap.

Steven Madden heels. The minimalist "Partay" sandals
Steven Madden heels. The minimalist "Partay" sandals

$39.9899.9560% Off

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At 3.5 inches, the $99 stiletto sandal was the perfect match to Randolph’s burgundy dress and matching coat set.

Emily Blunt

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 25: Emily Blunt attends the 35th Annual Producers Guild Awards at The Ray Dolby Ballroom on February 25, 2024 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images)
Emily Blunt at the 35th Annual Producers Guild Awards on February 25, 2024.Getty Images

Also on Sunday, “Oppenheimer” star Emily Blunt attended the Producers Guild of America Awards wearing a pair of Betsey Johnson “Viola” pumps in silver. With a pointed toe, the design features rhinestones and the Betsey blue sole.

Betsey Johnson "Viola" pumps
Betsey Johnson "Viola" pumps

$59.9911950% Off

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Jessica Paster styled the look with an Easter egg blue dress from Oscar de la Renta. The “Viola” was originally $119 but is now priced at $59.

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