In January 2016, Sarah Hyland stepped out at three Los Angeles events wearing three distinctly different evening sandals, showing how changing the shoe can completely alter the mood of an outfit.
From glittering Giuseppe Zanotti “Gwyneth” sandals at the Screen Actors Guild Awards to Stuart Weitzman Nudist sandals at Disney’s Minnie Rocks the Dots celebration and crystal-covered Brian Atwood “Avice” heels at a People’s Choice Awards after-party, each look paired a different silhouette with a different occasion.
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While some of these styles have since become archival pieces, others remain influential references in luxury footwear, making the lineup just as interesting today as when it first appeared.
Old Hollywood Glamour: Sarah Hyland Shines in Giuseppe Zanotti “Gwyneth” Sandals at the 2016 SAG Awards
The style stakes were high at the 2016 Screen Actors Guild Awards, but Sarah Hyland once again proved that she can give other Hollywood A-listers a run for their money.
Sarah Hyland wears a navy strapless J. Mendel gown with a thigh-high slit and glittering Giuseppe Zanotti “Gwyneth” sandals at the 22nd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in Los Angeles on January 30, 2016 (Credit: WENN)
The petite actress arrived at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles wearing an elegant blue gown from J. Mendel. She was joined on the red carpet by her then-boyfriend Dominic Sherwood, who looked sharp in a black tux and leather shoes.
Sarah Hyland arrives with then-boyfriend Dominic Sherwood, complementing her elegant J. Mendel gown with Lorraine Schwartz and Ofira jewelry while Sherwood opts for a classic black tuxedo
Sarah attended the event to support her hit TV series Modern Family, which was nominated in the Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series category.
Sarah Hyland and Dominic Sherwood pose together on the SAG Awards red carpet as her fitted navy gown and his satin-lapel tuxedo create a polished black-and-blue evening pairing
Unfortunately, Sarah and her crew lost to the cast of Netflix’s series “Orange Is The New Black.”
Black lace trim and a dramatic thigh-high slit add definition to Sarah Hyland’s strapless J. Mendel gown, allowing her glittering Giuseppe Zanotti sandals to remain visible beneath the floor-length hem
The “Vampire Academy” star never fails to impress on the red carpet, and she did not disappoint with her choice of gown.
Softly swept hair, smoky eye makeup, and pink gemstone drop earrings give Sarah Hyland’s SAG Awards beauty look a glamorous Old Hollywood finish
The navy dress featured lace detailing and black trimming at the bodice and had a thigh-high slit — giving the actress an opportunity to pull off Angelina Jolie’s famous leg pose.
Sarah Hyland showcases the lace-detailed bodice of her J. Mendel gown, accessorizing with stacked statement bracelets and coordinating cocktail rings
Sarah accessorized with Lorraine Schwartz and Ofira jewels, including a pair of teardrop earrings and a chunky bangle. She parted her hair to the side and applied smoky eyeshadow, mascara, and nude pink lipstick to finish her look.
Sarah Hyland smiles on the SAG Awards red carpet, where the rich navy hue and architectural silhouette of her J. Mendel gown stand out against the bright red carpet backdrop
Sarah rounded out her look with a pair of Giuseppe Zanotti “Gwyneth” sandals. These striking sandals feature glittered straps, open toes, ankle straps, and about 4.7-inch heels.
Sarah Hyland’s glittered Giuseppe Zanotti “Gwyneth” sandals feature delicate ankle straps, an open toe, and towering stiletto heels that complement the gown’s leg-baring slit
Playful Polka Dots: Sarah Hyland Styles Stuart Weitzman “Nudist” Sandals With Line Dot
Sarah Hyland often wears edgy and revealing ensembles on the red carpet, but in January 2016 she decided to show off her fun and playful style at the Minnie Rocks the Dots Art and Fashion Exhibit held in Los Angeles.
Sarah Hyland complements her sheer white polka-dot ensemble with softly waved hair, fluttery lashes, and bright pink lipstick at Disney’s Minnie Rocks the Dots Art and Fashion Exhibit in Los Angeles on January 22, 2016 (Credit: WENN)
The petite actress wore a spotted sheer white long-sleeved blouse and matching shorts by Line Dot to celebrate National Polka Dot Day.
Sarah Hyland wears a sheer polka-dot Line Dot top layered over a white camisole with matching ruffled shorts and black Stuart Weitzman “Nudist” sandals for Disney’s Minnie Rocks the Dots celebration
The sheer blouse was layered over a white cropped camisole for subtle coverage, while the coordinating ruffled shorts balanced the airy silhouette by putting her legs in focus.
Keeping the rest of the look understated, the Modern Family star skipped statement jewelry and finished the outfit with Stuart Weitzman’s barely-there “Nudist” sandals, whose minimalist straps visually elongated her legs.
The airy organza overlay and oversized polka dots give Sarah Hyland’s monochrome Line Dot outfit a playful, modern feel, while minimalist Stuart Weitzman sandals keep the look streamlined
Sarah sported pink lipstick and wore her short hair in soft waves swept to one side to keep the look light and fun.
Sarah Hyland strikes a series of playful poses, highlighting how the coordinated Line Dot separates balance sheer textures with relaxed, feminine proportions
Sarah grounded the airy monochrome outfit with a pair of black goosebump leather Stuart Weitzman “Nudist” sandals.
Introduced in 2013, the barely-there design became a red carpet fixture, with celebrities including Jennifer Lawrence, Kate Beckinsale, Blake Lively, Jessica Biel, Gigi Hadid, and others wearing variations of the minimalist ankle-strap silhouette.
The understated black sandals work particularly well here: rather than adding another color or competing detail, they ground Sarah’s sheer Line Dot separates while leaving the oversized polka dots and lightweight texture to carry the look.
Sarah Hyland finishes the look with black goosebump leather Stuart Weitzman “Nudist” sandals, whose slender ankle strap and barely-there front band create the label’s signature minimalist silhouette
Sarah was also spotted posing on the red carpet with designer Christian Siriano.
Sarah Hyland joins designer Christian Siriano at Disney’s Minnie Rocks the Dots Art and Fashion Exhibit, celebrating National Polka Dot Day in coordinated monochrome looks
Crystal After-Party Glam: Sarah Hyland Sparkles in Brian Atwood “Avice” Heels and Vera Wang
In January 2016, Sarah Hyland skipped the 2016 People’s Choice Awards, but she sure wasn’t going to miss the after-party hosted by Daily Mail.
Sarah Hyland wears softly textured waves, smoky eye makeup, and diamond drop earrings with a crystal-embellished Vera Wang cocktail dress at the Daily Mail People’s Choice Awards after-party in Los Angeles on January 6, 2016 (Credit: WENN)
Sarah Hyland skipped the 2016 People’s Choice Awards but made an appearance at the after-party, where she chatted about her low-key New Year’s celebration with friends.
Sarah Hyland pairs a strapless crystal-studded Vera Wang mini dress with Brian Atwood “Avice” crystal T-strap sandals for the DailyMail.com People’s Choice Awards after-party in Los Angeles
Sarah wore a strapless Vera Wang mini dress with a heavily jeweled bodice and sculpted flared skirt, then carried the sparkle through to her shoes with Brian Atwood “Avice” sandals, a crystal-embellished T-strap style that echoed the stones across the dress.
The Avice is now an archival style, and Brian Atwood’s namesake label no longer operates as the full-scale luxury footwear house it was in the 2000s and early 2010s.
As of August 2026, the brand’s former online store is unavailable, although Atwood himself remains active through collaborations and new footwear projects. Earlier Brian Atwood designs continue to circulate on the secondary market, with pre-owned Brian Atwood shoes available at Farfetch, including platform sandals, pumps, and other statement styles from the label’s archive.
Brian Atwood’s “Avice” sandals feature black satin straps, a sparkling crystal T-strap, and slender stiletto heels
Sarah revealed that she spent New Year’s Eve at her friend Vanessa’s house, where the festivities included stomping on pizza boxes.
The “Vanessa” in question was longtime friend Vanessa Hudgens, who later shared photos of the playful moment on Sarah’s Instagram, with the pair laughing as they crushed empty pizza boxes to ring in the new year.
The fitted crystal-encrusted bodice gives way to a sculptural flared skirt, while Brian Atwood’s elegant T-strap heels complete Sarah Hyland’s after-party look from every angle.
More Sarah Hyland Shoe Moments: From Platform Heels to Crystal Sandals
Across red carpets, premieres, and off-duty appearances, Sarah Hyland has repeatedly used footwear to change the character of a look—from barely-there stilettos and crystal-covered evening sandals to towering platforms and casual flatforms. These standout moments show the range of her shoe wardrobe beyond the three January 2016 looks featured above.
👠 Explore More of Sarah Hyland’s Best Shoe Moments:
- 📏 Standing 5’1″ (154.9 cm) and wearing a US shoe size 6, Sarah Hyland has stepped out in designer heels from Stuart Weitzman, Jimmy Choo, Giuseppe Zanotti, Ruthie Davis, Casadei, and Christian Louboutin.
- 💎 Her five-inch crystal-embellished T-strap sandals at the 2016 Guys Choice Awards added a jewelry-like finish to an architectural black Amanda Wakeley look built around sheer panels and sharply tailored trousers.
- 👡 Sarah’s futuristic Ruthie Davis “Robot” sandals at the Cars 2 premiere paired metallic straps, a sculptural heel, and a flash of pink with her flowing Gypsy 05 dress.
- ❤️ Her red Stuart Weitzman sandals at the 2016 Teen Choice Awards brought a clean jolt of color to a patterned J. Mendel ensemble during one of the night’s strongest statement-shoe lineups.
- ⚪ Her black-and-white lace-up flatforms in West Hollywood showed a more casual side of her footwear style, grounding skinny jeans and a white tee with chunky contrast soles.