Vintage Balenciaga to Dior: Best celebrity looks from 2026 Academy Museum Gala
Taylor Swift (photo: Getty Images)
The sixth annual Academy Museum Gala took place in Los Angeles, bringing together stars from film, music, and fashion. Kim Kardashian, Taylor Swift, Charlize Theron, and other celebrities showcased elegant looks from leading fashion houses.
Find out which gowns made the biggest impression in RBC-Ukraine's coverage.
Kim Kardashian
The reality star turned to the Balenciaga archives, choosing a vintage 1951 strapless gown featuring a pink ribbon across the neckline, lace details, and a large bow at the back. She completed the look with a layered Leviev diamond necklace, oversized diamond earrings, and an Elizabeth Taylor-inspired hairstyle.
Taylor Swift
The singer appeared on the red carpet in a pale blue Dior gown adorned with a jeweled bow. Her accessories included Chopard diamond-and-platinum earrings, a diamond ring, and a diamond bracelet.
Charlize Theron
The actress, who received the Icon Award that evening for her contributions to cinema, chose a sheer black Tom Ford dress.
Kendall Jenner
The model dazzled in a polka-dot Valentino dress, a major trend this season. The look paired a strapless black top with a white skirt featuring oversized black dots and a high thigh slit.
The star's boyfriend, Jacob Elordi, also appeared at the event, posing for cameras in a classic black suit with a bow tie and glasses.
Alexa Demie
The Euphoria star wore a baby-blue Chanel dress with feathers around the neckline and along the hips.
Kate Hudson
The actress wore a sculptural, champagne-colored Armani Privé gown to the gala. The strapless design featured crystals and delicate ruffles.
Sabrina Carpenter
The singer chose a deep-blue couture gown by Giorgio Armani Privé. Key details included waist cutouts, an open back, and crystal tassels on the straps.
Hailey Bieber
The model chose an exclusive pink Chanel gown with beaded embellishments along the neckline and a slit at the back.
Janelle Monáe
The singer stunned in a cobalt-blue sequin gown by Robert Wun, featuring a dramatic butterfly-wing detail. She completed the look with sheer gloves and a butterfly-shaped hair accessory.
Joey King
The actress posed at the gala in an exclusive Miu Miu dress paired with Bvlgari jewelry.
