The Best-Dressed Stars at the Academy Museum Gala, the “Met Gala of the West”

The Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles has earned the nickname “the Met Gala of the West”, and this year’s event did not disappoint. Celebrities arrived in dazzling couture, bespoke tuxedos, and sparkling high jewelry on a new blue carpet, showing that the Gala has evolved into a polished showcase of Hollywood fashion and style.


Standout Female Looks

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco in Giorgio Armani

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco in Giorgio Armani

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Selena Gomez & Benny Blanco made their first appearance as a married couple. Gomez wore a custom black velvet Giorgio Armani Privé gown with crystal embellishments, paired with De Beers diamonds. Blanco complemented her in a midnight blue Armani suit.

Ayo Edebiri in Chanel

Ayo Edebiri in Chanel

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Ayo Edebiri highlighted Matthieu Blazy’s inaugural Chanel collection, showcasing embroidered silk and chiffon with intricate detailing.

Demi Moore in Prada

Demi Moore in Prada

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Demi Moore stunned in a burgundy Prada gown with an asymmetrical silk train, accessorized with Cartier jewelry.

Monica Barbaro in Dior

Monica Barbaro in Dior

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Monica Barbaro wore a Dior spring 2026 dress by Jonathan Anderson, accented with silk flowers and minimal emerald-cut diamond earrings.

Addison Rae in Atelier Versace

Addison Rae in Atelier Versace

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Addison Rae appeared in Atelier Versace, a silver embroidered gown requiring over 400 hours of handwork.

Kate Hudson in Stella McCartney

Kate Hudson in Stella McCartney

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Kate Hudson dazzled in a butter-yellow silk gown from Stella McCartney, paired with Chopard jewelry and Louboutin pumps.

Zoë Kravitz, Tessa Thompson, Kaia Gerber, and Elle Fanning also showcased head-turning couture from Saint Laurent, Balenciaga, Givenchy, and other top designers.

Zoë Kravitz in Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello

Zoë Kravitz in Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello

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Tessa Thompson in Balenciaga

Tessa Thompson in Balenciaga

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Kaia Gerber in Givenchy by Sarah Burton

Kaia Gerber in Givenchy by Sarah Burton

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Standout Male Looks

Simu Liu in Dolce & Gabbana

Simu Liu in Dolce & Gabbana

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Simu Liu wore a classic Dolce & Gabbana double-breasted suit with satin lapels, paired with a Rolex Day-Date watch.

Channing Tatum in Fendi

Channing Tatum in Fendi

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Channing Tatum opted for an open-collar brown Fendi suit with a vintage 1939 diamond brooch and Tiffany watch.

Jeff Goldblum in ERL

Jeff Goldblum in ERL

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Jeff Goldblum took a more daring route in a nylon puffer tuxedo by ERL, finished with custom jewelry by Stephen Silver.

Jacob Elordi in Bottega Veneta

Jacob Elordi in Bottega Veneta

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Jacob Elordi looked sharp in a custom Bottega Veneta tuxedo with Cartier accessories, though his pants slightly puddled around his shoes.

Bowen Yang in Simone Rocha

Bowen Yang in Simone Rocha

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Bowen Yang turned heads in a Simone Rocha black suit covered with buttons, paired with Jimmy Choo slippers and David Yurman jewelry.


Fashion Highlights

This year’s Gala featured spring/summer 2026 runway pieces, many debuting just two weeks earlier in Paris. From Matthieu Blazy at Chanel to Jonathan Anderson at Dior, the event highlighted the latest designs from legendary French fashion houses. Texture, embroidery, and bold silhouettes were among the season’s key trends, making the Gala a showcase for both iconic and emerging designers.


Conclusion

The Academy Museum Gala continues to set the bar for Hollywood fashion, combining star power, high couture, and artistic creativity. From Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s first red carpet appearance as a married couple to Ayo Edebiri’s Chanel debut, the evening celebrated style, glamour, and the ever-evolving world of haute couture.

FAQ Section

Q1. What is the Academy Museum Gala known for?
The Gala is known as the “Met Gala of the West,” featuring celebrity attendees in high couture and bespoke fashion.

Q2. Who were some standout stars at the 2025 Gala?
Notable attendees included Selena Gomez, Benny Blanco, Ayo Edebiri, Demi Moore, Addison Rae, and Kate Hudson.

Q3. Which designers were highlighted at the Gala?
Designers featured included Giorgio Armani, Chanel by Matthieu Blazy, Dior by Jonathan Anderson, Versace, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Stella McCartney, and Balenciaga.

Q4. What were the fashion trends at the Gala?
Key trends included bold textures, embroidery, couture gowns from spring/summer 2026 runway collections, and statement jewelry.

Q5. Did any celebrities make a first appearance as a couple?
Yes, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco made their first appearance as a married couple, wearing custom Giorgio Armani looks.

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