Dubbed the Met Gala of the West Coast, the fourth annual Academy Museum Gala lit up Los Angeles with a parade of A-list glamour and high fashion. Held at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, the star-studded fundraiser supports cinematic exhibitions and public programs.
Kim Kardashian, the Skims mogul, captivated in a sculpted white Thierry Mugler corset and matching maxi jacket, her look completed with glass-like heels and a dazzling Tiffany & Co diamond necklace. She was joined by sisters Kendall and Kylie Jenner—Kylie turned heads in a nude sequin Thierry Mugler ensemble with sultry hip cutouts, while Kendall exuded understated elegance in a black Schiaparelli gown.
Sheryl Lee Ralph, ever radiant at 67, wowed in a cream strapless Sophie Couture gown that hugged her figure. Taraji P. Henson channeled diva energy in a shimmering gold Tamara Ralph dress with a plunging neckline, evoking the glamour of Diana Ross.
Ava Duvernay and Davine Joy brought Louis Vuitton sophistication—Duvernay in a fiery red draped gown with a cowl neckline, and Joy in a historically inspired silhouette featuring a cage crinoline. Kerry Washington stunned in a black and white floral Carolina Herrera gown, while Quinta Brunson embraced seasonal chic in a strapless houndstooth number by the same designer.
Among the men, Coleman Domingo stood out in a bold black Valentino jacket paired with red trousers, his look elevated by black lace gloves and sparkling diamond accessories. Dwyane Wade impressed in a sleek double-breasted suit with silver detailing, perfectly complemented by wife Gabrielle Union in a midnight purple sequin Elie Saab gown and radiant Tiffany & Co jewels.
The night was a masterclass in style—what’s your verdict: hot or not?