Hollywood stars wear architectural cutout gowns at LACMA gala

Kim Kardashian leads fashion trend

Kim Kardashian wore a burgundy sequined Gucci gown featuring a high neck and long sleeves from the front. A dramatic slash across her waist revealed an expanse of skin above the hip while she stood on the red carpet. Many other attendees chose similar designs that concealed parts of the body from one angle but exposed them from another. Rosie Huntington-Whiteley wore a black custom gown with exaggerated shoulders and a severe front that gave way to a completely exposed back. Her dress included a daring slit extending to the hip which was fastened with a small jeweled detail.

Other models choose Gucci designs

Amber Valletta opted for a black column gown with a plunging open back and a silver ornamental detail. Her outfit featured a thigh-baring slit that extended almost to her waist alongside the dramatic cutouts seen elsewhere. Emily Ratajkowski selected a white draped Gucci piece featuring a plunging neckline, dramatically open sides, and a sky-high leg slit. Alix Earle embraced the evening mood in a silver Gucci halter gown dripping with strands of shimmering embellishment. Gucci adorned Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn in a sparkling purple dress featuring an uneven neckline, a single strap, and a striking cutout.

Variations on the theme emerge

Candice Swanepoel adopted an equally dazzling style wearing a silver dress covered in crystals, featuring a deep V-neck and two boldly high slits. Madelaine Petsch chose an outfit from the Georges Hobeika spring 2027 line featuring a black halter-neck bodice that showed a glimpse of her side-boob. The design dropped nearly to the waist and then encountered a pencil skirt featuring cream floral embroidery. This latest version employs precise incisions and striking differences to direct attention toward specific areas of the anatomy. The red carpet is entering its next undressed era with these architectural designs leading the charge.