At the 2019 Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on May 1, Julianne Hough paired an archival runway look with one of Christian Louboutin’s most recognizable evening shoes.
Her sparkling three-piece ensemble came from Genny’s Spring/Summer 2016 collection, while the Christian Louboutin Follies Strass pumps added the crystal-covered finish that has kept the design a fixture in the brand’s evening lineup for years.
Julianne Hough paired an archival Genny Spring/Summer 2016 ensemble with Christian Louboutin Follies Strass pumps, whose crystal-dusted illusion mesh added a subtle sparkle from head to toe at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on May 1, 2019 (Credit: WENN / Apega / Judy Eddy)
Presenting the award for Top Country Song during the ceremony, Hough embraced the contrast between vintage runway fashion and a shoe that has remained a modern classic.
The embellished bustier, high-waisted shorts, and longline cardigan let the shimmering textures take center stage, while the nude illusion pumps created the signature barely-there effect that made the Follies Strass one of Christian Louboutin’s defining red-carpet silhouettes.
Metallic embroidery, shimmering beadwork, and a softly waved bob gave Julianne Hough’s archival Genny look a polished, modern finish on the Billboard Music Awards red carpet
Originally designed by Sara Cavazza Facchini for Genny’s Spring/Summer 2016 collection, the three-piece set combined an embellished underwire bustier, high-waisted hot pants, and a coordinating open-front cardigan.
Dense metallic beadwork, sequins, and embroidery transformed the archival runway look into one of the night’s most eye-catching ensembles.
The embellished bustier, high-waisted shorts, and longline cardigan showcased Sara Cavazza Facchini’s vision for Genny’s Spring/Summer 2016 collection, revived three years later for a standout red-carpet appearance
Hough finished the outfit with nude Christian Louboutin Follies Strass pumps. Built on a transparent illusion-mesh upper with hand-applied Swarovski crystals that gradually fade toward the arch, the pointed-toe design creates the label’s signature “glass slipper” illusion.
The Follies Strass remains one of Christian Louboutin’s enduring evening styles, retailing for about $1,345 when purchased new.
As of August 2026, retailers including Mytheresa and Nordstrom continue to stock the design alongside newer crystal-embellished Louboutin pumps, while pre-owned pairs regularly surface through luxury resale marketplaces for collectors seeking this red-carpet favorite.
Christian Louboutin’s Follies Strass pumps featured a transparent illusion-mesh upper, a sharply pointed toe, and hand-applied Swarovski crystals that created the collection’s signature “glass slipper” effect
More Celebrity Looks Featuring Christian Louboutin Follies Strass Pumps
From couture gowns to modern tailoring, the Christian Louboutin Follies Strass has become a red-carpet favorite thanks to its crystal-covered illusion mesh and timeless pointed-toe silhouette. Explore how other celebrities have styled one of the brand’s most enduring evening pumps.
👠 Explore Christian Louboutin Follies Strass Shoe Moments:
- 🌸 Kristen Wiig paired nude Follies Strass pumps with an embroidered Valentino mini dress, allowing the crystal-dusted mesh heels to echo the look’s delicate birds, flowers, and shimmering beadwork.
- 💎 Jennifer Lopez gave the barely-there pumps a modern Cinderella moment with a pale-blue Zuhair Murad lace mini dress at the Home premiere.
- 💜 J.Lo returned to the Follies Strass for the Grammy Awards, grounding an orchid Ralph Russo gown with pointed toes, nude illusion mesh, and softly scattered crystals.
- 👑 Lily James leaned fully into fairytale dressing at the Japanese premiere of Cinderella, letting crystal Follies Strass pumps peek beneath a peach Elie Saab couture gown.
- 🤍 Blake Lively used nude-mesh Follies Strass heels to finish an all-white Michael Kors look, adding a flash of crystal sparkle without interrupting the outfit’s clean, tonal palette.
- ✨ Florence Pugh changed into sparkling Follies Strass pumps for Oscars night, carrying the floating-crystal effect into a sheer, embellished evening look.