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Camilla Belle's Red Carpet Style Evolution: From When a Stranger Calls to Fashion Icon

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Camilla Belle has delivered some of her most memorable style moments across red carpets, galas, and film premieres. Each look tells part of her story, from elegant lace dresses to standout horror roles. Explore her evolving fashion journey below.

Camilla Belle returned to the red carpet for the 2025 Lo Máximo Awards and Fundraising Gala on March 29 at the JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE.

Known for her refined yet understated approach to fashion, Camilla doesn’t chase trends. When she commits to a look, it resonates.

Camilla Belle stuns in a white lace Monique Lhuillier shirtdress paired with Alexandre Birman’s elegant nude slingback pumps, adding polish with Alexis Bittar jewelryCamilla Belle stuns in a white lace Monique Lhuillier shirtdress paired with Alexandre Birman’s elegant nude slingback pumps, adding polish with Alexis Bittar jewelry (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)

For this charitable evening, she chose a white lace-paneled shirtdress from Monique Lhuillier’s Spring 2025 collection, elevating it with thoughtful styling tweaks that made it her own.

Her choice of nude heels was no surprise—they’re a go-to for their elongating effect, subtly flattering her 5 feet 7 ½ inches (171.5 cm) frame.

Camilla Belle completes her look with Alexandre Birman’s nude “Harper” slingback pumps, featuring gold hardware and pointed toes that subtly elongate her legsCamilla Belle completes her look with Alexandre Birman’s nude “Harper” slingback pumps, featuring gold hardware and pointed toes that subtly elongate her legs (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)

Nearly two decades before her 2025 red carpet appearance, Camilla Belle entered the spotlight with a leading role as sixteen-year-old Jill Johnson in When a Stranger Calls. This 2006 psychological horror remake introduced her to a broader audience.

Camilla Belle portrays a terrified babysitter receiving a chilling phone call in a suspenseful scene from When a Stranger Calls (2006)Camilla Belle portrays a terrified babysitter receiving a chilling phone call in a suspenseful scene from When a Stranger Calls (2006) (Credit: Sony Pictures Releasing)

The film is not based on a true story. It is a remake of Fred Walton’s 1979 horror film, which Walton wrote and directed, and Steve Feke co-wrote.

After Evan Rachel Wood turned down the part, Camilla Belle accepted it despite her dislike for horror films.

“There’s really no script that a female character so young is able to play and to carry a film. There’s really no roles like that around, it’s very rare. So I wanted to take on that opportunity and see if I could pull it off,” she told Horror in a 2006 interview.

An intense scene from When a Stranger Calls (2006) shows Camilla Belle in a layered tee and jeans, shielding her pajama-clad young co-stars Madeline Carroll and Arthur Young during a suspenseful momentAn intense scene from When a Stranger Calls (2006) shows Camilla Belle in a layered tee and jeans, shielding her pajama-clad young co-stars Madeline Carroll and Arthur Young during a suspenseful moment (Credit: Sony Pictures Releasing)

In another interview with Radio Free Entertainment, she revealed that it took some convincing before she accepted the role.

He’s very right. I was really skeptical about doing it…and I was like, “No, I don’t want to do a horror movie. Not my thing.” And then my agent was like, “Just go meet with Simon…I think this is a little bit different than what you think it’s going to be.” So then I met with him, and I read the script, and he was telling me the type of movie he wanted to make. “I want to make a psychological thriller. I don’t want to make a horror film…And we really want to make it like Wait Until Dark with Audrey Hepburn.” I was like, “Oooh, okay! Well, if that’s the type of movie you’re going to make, I’m fine.” [laughs] I had a couple concerns about the setup of the character and whatnot, and he agreed, and we just got along really well. We had the same ideas about the film and we kind of clicked, and then I just decided to do it.

Filmed in Vancouver from January to February 2005, When a Stranger Calls featured Camilla Belle at age 18. Born on October 2, 1986, she turned 19 later that year.

Despite negative reviews, the film was released on February 3, 2006, and achieved moderate box office success.

A youthful Camilla Belle on the set of 'When a Stranger Calls', captured during the filming phase when she was just 18A youthful Camilla Belle on the set of ‘When a Stranger Calls’, captured during the filming phase when she was just 18 (Credit: Sony Pictures Releasing)

A decade after terrifying audiences with her tense performance as Jill Johnson, Camilla Belle had clearly transitioned from scream queen to red carpet sophisticate.

Her evolving style and continued presence at high-profile events reflected a graceful shift from teen star to a more refined, fashion-forward public figure.

Camilla Belle exudes confidence with a poised expression at the premiere of Jennifer Lopez's Las Vegas show 'All I Have'Camilla Belle exudes confidence with a poised expression at the premiere of Jennifer Lopez’s Las Vegas show ‘All I Have’ on January 20, 2016, at The AXIS at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas (Credit: DJDM / Judy Eddy / WENN / Instar)

In January 2016, Camilla Belle attended the grand opening of Jennifer Lopez’s new Las Vegas residency, “Jennifer Lopez: All I Have,” held at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

Camilla Belle graces the red carpet in a stunning flapper-inspired Ralph Lauren dress at Jennifer Lopez's Las Vegas show openingCamilla Belle graces the red carpet in a stunning flapper-inspired Ralph Lauren dress at Jennifer Lopez’s Las Vegas show opening (Credit: DJDM / Judy Eddy / WENN / Instar)

Ten years after the release of When a Stranger Calls, the then-29-year-old actress walked the red carpet in an intricately beaded black dress by Ralph Lauren.

Detailed view of Camilla Belle's vintage-inspired beaded Ralph Lauren dress, showcasing exquisite craftsmanshipDetailed view of Camilla Belle’s vintage-inspired beaded Ralph Lauren dress, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship (Credit: DJDM / Judy Eddy / WENN / Instar)

The dress had a vintage feel with its fringed hem, but the plunging V-neckline kept things modern.

Camilla Belle teams her fringe-hemmed dress with a clutch and black sandalsCamilla Belle teams her fringe-hemmed dress with a clutch and black sandals (Credit: DJDM / Judy Eddy / WENN / Instar)

Camilla let her flapper-style dress do the talking by keeping her accessories to a minimum.

Camilla Belle's feet in simple black sandalsCamilla Belle’s feet in simple black sandals (Credit: DJDM / Judy Eddy / WENN / Instar)

The Lost World: Jurassic Park actress teamed the dress with a pewter clutch and black sandals. She completed her look with fiery eye makeup and straight locks.

Later that evening, Camilla Belle joined other celebrities at the after-party at the new Mr. Chow at Caesars Palace.

Camilla Belle enchants with a radiant smile, wearing a lace dress adorned with floral sequinsCamilla Belle enchants with a radiant smile, wearing a lace dress adorned with floral sequins at the Jennifer Lopez Official After Party Red Carpet held on January 20, 2016, at Mr. Chow inside Caesars Palace in Las Vegas (Credit: DJDM / Judy Eddy / WENN / Instar)

Before her arrival, she swapped her black frock for a floral embroidered dress from Monique Lhuillier’s Fall 2015 collection.

Camilla Belle wears a vintage-inspired Monique Lhuillier mini dressCamilla Belle wears a vintage-inspired Monique Lhuillier mini dress (Credit: DJDM / Judy Eddy / WENN / Instar)

The “Open Road” actress kept the vintage vibe in the purple, silver, and blue mini dress. It also featured a high neck, cap sleeves, and a thigh-skimming hemline.

Camilla wore the same accessories, hair, and makeup as before and topped off the look with metallic sandals.

Camilla Belle's feet in silver Tamara Mellon sandalsCamilla Belle’s feet in silver Tamara Mellon sandals (Credit: DJDM / Judy Eddy / WENN / Instar)

Camilla picked the Tamara Mellon “Frontline” sandals in metallic silver for her feet. They have transparent side straps that create the illusion of floating straps, back zip fastenings, and about 4.5-inch heels.

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Camilla Belle’s affinity for Tamara Mellon shoes continued to shine a few years later. Returning to the designer’s sleek heels, she brought polished holiday glamour to a charitable event in Los Angeles.

In December 2019, she attended Brooks Brothers’ Annual Holiday Celebration to Benefit St. Jude at the West Hollywood EDITION in Los Angeles.

The American actress styled another pair of Tamara Mellon shoes with a sequin embroidered cotton dress and coat from Tory Burch.

Camilla Belle attends Brooks Brothers Annual Holiday Celebration To Benefit St. JudeCamilla Belle attends Brooks Brothers Annual Holiday Celebration To Benefit St. Jude at The West Hollywood EDITION on December 7, 2019, in West Hollywood, California (Credit: DJDM / Judy Eddy / WENN / Instar)

From red carpet events to fashion galas, Camilla Belle consistently showcases her impeccable style. Here are some of her most memorable fashion appearances:

Camilla Belle at the 2017 Breeders’ Cup World Championship

These moments highlight Camilla Belle’s versatility and elegance, solidifying her status as a fashion icon on and off the red carpet.

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