Going for an alternative style for a big event can sometimes pay off, as Jennifer Hudson demonstrated on the red carpet in Cannes.

The singer and actress, who shot to fame on American Idol, wore a stunning cobalt blue dress that showed off her fabulous new figure and accessorised it with a pair of ankle cuff womens sandals.

While a pair of strappy sandals may have been a more obvious choice for her style of dress, the Oscar winning actresss look showed that sometimes taking a risk with your outfit can have a dramatic effect.

Copy her style by trying on the Sinah Black Leather sandals from Moda In Pelle, which feature an amazing jewel-studded cuff around the ankle as the focal point of the footwear.

With delicate straps across the toes, the sandals are still dressy and elegant, but the touch of sparkle gives them A-list style, while the slim stiletto heel adds a boost to your height.

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