Carey Mulligan demonstrated that attending a ceremony as prestigious as the Oscars does not mean you have to dispense with your normal individual style by donning chunky fashionsandals.

Nominated in the best actress category for her role in the film An Education, Carey decided to leave the huge gowns and strappy heels to the rest of the A list and wear an outfit that demonstrated her own personality.

A gorgeous black evening gown was given a quirky makeover as her dress was covered with tiny metal pairs of scissors and cutlery, while she decided to wear a pair of heavy black sandals.

Copy Careys comfortable yet stylish look with a pair of Maiden platform shoes from Hush Puppies.

These sandals feature thick bands of leather across the feet and are decorated with a pretty twist of the material at the front.

Managing to look both sophisticated and casual, the shoes could be the ideal way to add a modern feel when going out to an important event and would look just as at home on the beach.

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