Less is more! As simple stilettos  by various high-end designer labels reigned supreme on last night's red carpet, FEMAIL rounds up 13 budget-friendly look-a-like pairs to shop

  • A single strap heel with an adjustable ankle-strap was the most common shoe worn at the Academy Awards last night
  • FEMAIL rounds up budget-friendly versions to shop 

The old saying 'Shoes can make or break an outfit' holds true even at the Oscars (regardless if they're visible under the floor-sweeping gowns!).

A great look is a balancing act from head-to-toe. Celebrities like Hailee Steinfeld and Jessica Biel accomplished this at last night's 89th Academy Awards by pairing their statement making dresses with sleek footwear.

And they weren't the only ones. Taraji P. Henson, Katy Perry and countless others stood tall in simple, single strap stilettos with an adjustable ankle strap from various high-end designers. If that isn't proof that you need this style of shoe in your wardrobe, maybe our roundup of 13 pairs under $100 will convince you. 

Actress Hailee Steinfeld was a vision in a heavily beaded Ralph and Russo dress and Stuart Weitzman Nudist sandals in Adobe Aniline at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party

Actress Hailee Steinfeld was a vision in a heavily beaded Ralph and Russo dress and Stuart Weitzman Nudist sandals in Adobe Aniline at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party

Nudist in Adobe, $398; stuartweitzman.com 

DESIGNER: STUART WEITZMAN

We've seen the Nudist by Stuart Weitzman for several seasons but a shoe this good has legs – pun intended!

For Hollywood's most glamorous night, the New York based designer created two custom colors, the Rozigold for actress Leslie Mann and the Copper Glass for Jessica Biel.

Actress Hailee Steinfeld was a vision in a heavily beaded Ralph and Russo dress and Stuart Weitzman Nudist sandals in Adobe Aniline at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party.

For Hollywood's most glamorous night, the New York based designer created two custom colors, the Rozigold for actress Leslie Mann

For Hollywood's most glamorous night, the New York based designer created two custom colors, the Rozigold for actress Leslie Mann

While this shade was custom made and not available for the masses, other metallic Nudits are available
A simple, metallic sandal like this one goes with everything

While both of these shades were custom made for the Oscars, Stuart Weitzman offers other versatile metallics

Shoe designer Stuart Weitzman created a custom color for Jessica Biel called Copper Glass 

 
Minny by Jimmy Choo, now $375; net-a-porter.com

Minny by Jimmy Choo, now $375; net-a-porter.com

DESIGNER: JIMMY CHOO

Luxury designer Jimmy Choo also offers a perfect single strap stiletto called the Minny.

Hidden Figures star Taraji P. Henson paired her custom Alberta Ferretti velvet off-the-shoulder gown with matching deep blue velvet Jimmy Choo Minny sandals.

Singer Katy Perry and model Poppy Delevingne also wore versions of the simple stunner.

Hidden Figures star Taraji P. Henson paired her custom Alberta Ferretti velvet off-the-shoulder gown with matching Jimmy Choo sandals

Hidden Figures star Taraji P. Henson paired her custom Alberta Ferretti velvet off-the-shoulder gown with matching Jimmy Choo sandals

ith two thigh-high splits going up her Jean Paul Gaultier gown, Katy Perry's Jimmy Choo sandals were on full display, while Poppy Delevingne's went hidden
ith two thigh-high splits going up her Jean Paul Gaultier gown, Katy Perry's Jimmy Choo sandals were on full display, while Poppy Delevingne's went hidden

With two thigh-high splits going up her Jean Paul Gaultier gown, Katy Perry's Jimmy Choo sandals were on full display, while Poppy Delevingne's went hidden

 

 

Portofino stilettos bu Gianvito Rossi, $815; barneys.com

Portofino stilettos bu Gianvito Rossi, $815; barneys.com

DESIGNER:  GIANVITO ROSSI

The Portofino is Italian shoe designer Gianvito Rossi's shoe that goes with everything.

While Charlize Theron went for a classic black pair to match her black tulle and gold lamé Dior gown, Thandie Newton opted for a tk velvet pair to offset the sparkle of her shimmery  Schiaparelli gown and Atelier Swarovski jewelry. 

Though Nina Agdal's feet weren't visible under her gorgeous Zuhair Murad gown, she was donning silver Gianvito Rossi Portofinos.

Charlize Theron paired classic black Gianvito Rossi shoes to match her black tulle and gold lamé Dior gown

Charlize Theron paired classic black Gianvito Rossi shoes to match her black tulle and gold lamé Dior gown

Portofino stilettos by Gianvito Rossi, $815; barneys.com
Portofino stilettos by Gianvito Rossi, $815; barneys.com

Left and right: Portofino stilettos by Gianvito Rossi, $815; barneys.com

Thandie Newton opted for a wine velvet pair to offset the sparkle of her shimmery Schiaparelli gown and Atelier Swarovski jewelry
Nina Agdal completed her Zuhair Murad look silver Gianvito Rossi's

While Thandie Newton opted for a wine velvet pair to offset the sparkle of her shimmery Schiaparelli gown and Atelier Swarovski jewelry, Nina Agdal completed her Zuhair Murad look silver Gianvito Rossi's

  SHOP THE STYLE FOR UNDER $100

Gatsby Heels by Carvela, $40.50; selfridges.com
Alana Heels by Office, $63; selfridges.com

Left: Gatsby Heels by Carvela, $40.50; selfridges.com. Right: Alana Heels by Office, $63; selfridges.com

Stecy by Steve Madden, $79.95; zappos.com
anden Shoe in Fuschia Nubuck, $89.95; stevemadden.com

Left: Stecy by Steve Madden, $79.95; zappos.com. Right: Landen Shoe in Fuschia Nubuck, $89.95; stevemadden.com

Jechta by Call it Spring, $29; 6pm
Two-Piece Dress Sandals by Charlotte Russe, now $20; charlotterusse.com

Left: Jechta by Call it Spring, $29; 6pm. Right: Two-Piece Dress Sandals by Charlotte Russe, now $20charlotterusse.com

Velvet Two-Piece Dress Sandals by Charlotte Ruse, noe $20; charlotterusse.com
Embellished Two-Piece Dress Sandals by Charlotte Russe,now $20; charlotterusse.com

Left: Velvet Two-Piece Dress Sandals by Charlotte Ruse, now $20; charlotterusse.com. Right: Embellished Two-Piece Dress Sandals by Charlotte Russe, now $20; charlotterusse.com

Dusk To Dawn Velvet Single Strap Heels by Go Jane, $32.50; gojane.com

Dusk To Dawn Velvet Single Strap Heels by Go Jane, $32.50; gojane.com

 

Carrson in Rose Multi by Steve Madden, $89.95; stevemadden.com
One Way Ticket Single-Sole Heels by Go Jane, $20.80; gojane.com

Left: Carrson in Rose Multi by Steve Madden, $89.95; stevemadden.com. Right: One Way Ticket Single-Sole Heels by Go Jane, $20.80; gojane.com

Caraa by Aldo, $80; aldoshoes.com
Import by Joe's Jeans, $65.99; 6pm.com

Left: Caraa by Aldo, $80; aldoshoes.com. Right: Import by Joe's Jeans, $65.99; 6pm.com

 

 

  

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