The LACMA Art + Film Gala in Los Angeles is an annual celebrity extravaganza, but this year’s soirée felt more glamorous than ever. With the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike, major film premieres were conspicuously absent, but that didn’t stop Hollywood’s A-listers from showing up in droves and bedecking themselves with a mesmerizing array of jewels. Gucci, the evening’s presenting sponsor, certainly had its moment to shine, as many attendees chose to adorn themselves with striking gems from the renowned Italian label.
Now, let’s talk about the gala’s most sparkling highlights. Jennifer Lopez stole the show with a 161-carat pink tourmaline necklace from Gucci’s latest jewelry collection that could rival the crown jewels. At the same time, Kim Kardashian channeled her inner Marilyn Monroe, reminding us that “diamonds are a girl’s best friend.” And then there was Lupita Nyong’o, dripping in a mesmerizing display of jewels from the esteemed De Beers. Get ready to be bedazzled as we take you on a sparkling journey through the dazzling world of the LACMA Art + Film Gala’s most radiant jewelry moments!
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JENNIFER LOPEZ: Jennifer Lopez’s jewelry game was next-level opulence at the gala. You couldn’t help but be captivated by her necklace, featuring a jaw-dropping 161-carat cushion-cut pink tourmaline from Gucci’s newest Allegoria high jewelry collection. With a diamond bow clasp and a chain bedazzled with 72 fancy tourmalines, totaling 88 carats, it created a mesmerizing chromatic gradient. But J.Lo didn’t stop there. She added a delightful multi-gemmed bracelet from the same collection and adorned herself with Gucci’s iconic lion logo earrings and a ring studded with diamonds and gleaming emerald eyes. When it comes to shining bright, she’s the undisputed queen of the red carpet!
JESSICA CHASTAIN: Jessica Chastain is no stranger to delivering unforgettable earring moments on the red carpet, and this time was no exception. She rocked a never-before-seen exclusive pair of gemstone earrings from Gucci’s latest high jewelry collection, Allegoria. It was a debut that left us all in awe, proving once again that when it comes to style, Chastain knows how to make an entrance. These earrings were not just accessories; they were a statement!
LUPITA NYONG’O: Lupita Nyong’o is a true diamond darling, and at the gala, she stuck to the classics, opting for a stunning array of diamonds. But the crown jewel of her ensemble? It was undoubtedly her ‘Swan Lake’ necklace, showcasing various diamond cuts, courtesy of De Beers
SAMARA WEAVING: When it comes to making a dazzling statement, model Weaving has it down to an art form. She bedecked herself in a mesmerizing ensemble of diamonds and emeralds from REZA Jewelry including their dazzling Dentelle earrings and their show-stopping Eventail and Reveal rings.
LENNY KRAVITZ: This rocker proved that men can rock a diamond necklace with the utmost style and confidence. Sporting a cascading white diamond fringe necklace adorned with black diamond accents from House of Kantor, he made a statement that was loud and clear – diamonds know no gender! Kravitz, you’re rewriting the rules of men’s fashion, one dazzling necklace at a time.
SALMA HAYEK-PINAULT: When it comes to ear candy, Salma takes the cake with Boucheron’s Lierre de Paris asymmetrical pendant earrings. It’s like Mother Nature herself decided to bedeck her ears with diamonds on pink gold vines! And as if that wasn’t enough, she took her finger game to the next level with a two-finger ring from Gucci’s latest Allegoria High Jewelry collection that’s a mini gem garden!
YARA SHAHIDI: Of course, it’s no surprise that the ever-stylish brand ambassador Shahidi chose Cartier to adorn herself for the event. What made our jaws drop were her $187,000 Panthère de Cartier earrings, an absolute showstopper. With 310 round brilliant cut diamonds, totaling approximately 5.63 carats, and those striking emerald and onyx details, they were like tiny works of art dangling from her ears. Shahidi’s jewelry game was on point, and she left us all in awe!
KIM KARDASHIAN: It’s like Kim Kardashian stepped right out of the silver screen and channeled the iconic Marilyn Monroe in “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend”! Everything about her look was a dazzling tribute, from the pink strapless gown to those elegant elbow gloves. And the pièce de résistance? A mega diamond drop necklace courtesy of the fabulous Lorraine Schwartz. Kim didn’t just channel Monroe; she brought the glamour and sparkle of old Hollywood back to life!
KIRSTEN DUNST: Kirsten Dunst is serving up some major Twiggy vibes with her crystal-embellished Gucci dress! But she didn’t stop there; she decided to add an extra dose of sparkle to her ears and fingers, and she did it with flair thanks to Briony Raymond’s diamond jewels. Her look is like a time machine to the ’60s, and we’re here for all that dazzling nostalgia!
JASMINE TOOKES: The model absolutely shone with her choice of accessories. Her Diamond V-shaped clip earrings were like twin stars illuminating the night, and then there was that stunning $75,000 diamond and gold choker necklace, both from Joseph Saidian & Sons, embracing her neck with a touch of pure elegance and opulence.
JULIA GARNER: Julia Garner’s gala look was a lesson in less-is-more elegance. The actress chose to keep it simple yet stunning, adorning herself with just one piece of jewelry: a pair of chic Nikos Koulis 18k white gold ‘Oui’ diamond and black enamel stud earrings. Sometimes, all it takes is a touch of black-and-white brilliance to steal the spotlight!
HALLE BAILEY: Bailey’s jewelry game at the gala was nothing short of mesmerizing. She sported a pair of $37,600 Midnight Aquamarine earrings from Graziela Gems, adding a touch of elegance and a pop of color to her ensemble. To top it off, she graced her neck with a stunning Kallati diamond necklace, making a statement that was both radiant and refined.
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