The 2026 LACMA Art+Film Gala brought out some of Hollywood’s biggest names for a night of fashion, art, and entertainment, but a handful of celebrities made sure all eyes were on their daring dresses.
From barely-there designs to strategically placed cutouts, several stars embraced the bold trend on the red carpet, proving that a little skin can make a major fashion statement. Kim Kardashian, Emily Ratajkowski, Alix Earle, and more certainly understood the assignment, with their looks standing out among the night’s most talked-about ensembles. Read more about their cutout looks below.
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1. Emily Ratajkowski
The actress and model brought some seemingly Greek-inspired glamour to the red carpet in a custom white Gucci gown. The draped design featured a plunging neckline, an asymmetrical silhouette, and dramatically open sides that revealed plenty of skin, with the fabric held together by just a small stitch at the hip. A thigh-high slit added even more drama, while she finished the look with Crown Collection jewelry and silver strappy heels.
2. Alix Earle
The influencer went for full-on disco glamour in a silver Gucci halter gown covered in shimmering fringe embellishments. The eye-catching design featured a plunging neckline that showed off a hint of sideboob, while its open back and thigh-high slit made the look even more sultry. She completed the ensemble with sparkling Chopard Haute Joaillerie diamonds.
3. Kim Kardashian
The SKIMS founder turned heads in a figure-hugging, floor-length burgundy Gucci gown covered in sequins. While the long sleeves and high neckline gave the dress a relatively conservative appearance from the front, dramatic cutouts along the sides of her waist and a deeply open back revealed plenty of skin. She kept the look glamorous with long, tousled dark hair, smoky eye makeup, and a matching burgundy manicure.
4. Rosie Huntington-Whiteley
The English model opted for a sleek black Gucci gown that proved the most daring details don't always have to be front and center. The long-sleeved design featured a high neckline, creating a sophisticated silhouette from the front, before revealing a completely open back secured by a small Gucci-branded clasp. A dramatic leg slit added another unexpected detail, allowing the model to show off even more skin.
5. Madelaine Petsch
The Riverdale icon brought a different take on the cutout trend in a Georges Hobeika design from the label's Spring 2027 collection. The look paired a black halter-neck bodice with a daringly plunging neckline that extended nearly to her waist, revealing a hint of sideboob, with a contrasting cream pencil skirt decorated in floral embroidery. The unexpected combination of a revealing top and a more structured skirt made for a particularly striking red carpet moment.
