PRESENTING GUCCI NOTTE, CREATIVE DIRECTOR SABATO DE SARNO’S SECOND EVENING WEAR COLLECTION FOR THE HOUSE
INTRODUCED AT THE 13TH ANNUAL LACMA ART+FILM GALA
On Saturday, November 2, notables from the art, film, fashion, and entertainment industries united at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) to honor artist Simone Leigh and filmmaker Baz Luhrmann at the 13th annual Art+Film gala. The evening’s Gala co-chairs LACMA trustee Eva Chow and actor Leonardo DiCaprio were joined by Gucci Creative Director Sabato De Sarno and Gucci Deputy CEO Stefano Cantino. A special performance by Charli xcx followed the dinner prepared by Chef David Shim of Simon Kim’s COTE New York, America’s first and only Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse.
Gucci once again brought the runway to the museum with the debut of Gucci Notte, Sabato De Sarno’s second eveningwear collection for the House. Building upon last year’s debut of Gucci Ancora Notte at the 2023 LACMA Art+Film Gala, this year’s collection redefines evening wear with a harmonious blend of effortless elegance and modern sophistication, paying tribute to the architecture of the garment and the pursuit of beauty, and celebrating Gucci’s savoir-faire at its finest.
Gucci Notte weaves a continuous narrative exploring the dialogue between women’s and men’s wardrobes, a central theme in Sabato De Sarno’s creative vision. Featuring twelve looks for women and four for men, the collection presents a vision of eternal beauty, deeply rooted in history yet strikingly relevant today.
Building upon last year’s debut of Gucci Ancora Notte at the 2023 LACMA Art+Film Gala, this year’s collection redefines evening wear with a harmonious blend of effortless elegance and modern sophistication. A curated cast of models attending the event embodies the lasting glamour that has always defined Hollywood.
Evening wear that merges female and male wardrobes is reinterpreted through Gucci’s unique perspective, resulting in a collection that mixes, merges, and reworks classic and contemporary codes. Men’s suits are enriched with intricate details, while women’s gowns incorporate tailored cuts inspired by sartorial precision.
At the heart of the collection lies artisanal craftsmanship, showcased in gowns that feature meticulous detailing and sophisticated construction. The silhouettes achieve a perfect balance of couture lines and architectural cuts, structured yet lightweight, gracefully draping around the body like elegant capes.
The jewelry continues the Creative Director’s tribute to the bamboo motif, first introduced in the Spring/Summer 2025 collection. Refined materials and historical references intertwine to create a style that bridges tradition and innovation. Small enamel minaudières seamlessly integrate into the Gucci Notte collection, paying tribute once again to the House’s iconic association with bamboo. Reinterpreted with contemporary enamel finishes, the bamboo embodies a dialogue between past and present, infusing the collection with a narrative of timeless balance and harmony.
The following guests wore Gucci to the event:
Art+Film Gala Co-chairs Eva Chow, Honorees Leonardo DiCaprio. Simone Leigh and Baz Luhrmann, performer Charli xcx, Creative Director of Gucci Sabato De Sarno, Deputy CEO of Gucci Stefano Cantino, Andrew Garfield, Archie Madekwe, Bethann Hardison, Cara Delevingne, Clement Chabernaud, Colman Domingo, Cooper Koch, Devon Lee Carlson, Danielle Deadwyler, Derek Blasberg, Dev Patel, Dree Hemingway, Eiza Gonzalez, Ellis Ahn, Gabriella Karefa-Johnson, George Barnett, Javier Bardem, John David Washington, Kaia Gerber, Kaytranada, Kim Kardashian, Laura Dern, Lee Jung-jae, Loli Bahia, Madeline Argy, Malcolm Washington, Mia Goth, Mikey Madison, Miss Tina Knowles, Mona Tougaard, Omar Apollo, Pietro Castellitto, Reign Judge, Sean Baker, Solange Knowles, Lee Soo-hyuk, Taylor Zakhar Perez, Viola Davis, Vittoria Ceretti, and Yara Shahidi.
Other notable attendees include:
Adam Silverman, Amy Sherald, Anna Kendrick, Anna Wintour, Aurora James, Blake Lively, Calida Rawles, Catherine Opie, Charles Gaines, Chase Hall, Chloe Sevigny, Ciarra Pardo, Derek Fordjour, Edward Enninful, Ellie Goulding, Elliot Grainge, Emily Ratajkowski, Emma Cline, François-Henri Pinault, Francesco Carrozzini, Greta Lee, Inez van Lamsweerde, Jesse Williams, Jonas Wood, Jordan Wolfson, Kathy Hilton, Lauren Halsey, Law Roach, Louise Bonnet, Lucy Bull, Michelle Rodriguez, Monica Barbaro, Nicholas Alexander Chavez, Nicholas Hoult, Rachel Zoe, Ricky Martin, Roxana Landaverde, Sarah Paulson, Shawn Levy, Simon Amstell, Simon Kim, Shio Kusaka, Sofia Richie Grainge, Soo Joo Park, Stella Maxwell, Stuart McClave, Troye Sivan, Vinoodh Matadin, Wil.I.Am, Wilmer Valderrama, Yoshiki and more.
ABOUT THE PARTNERSHIP:
Gucci continued its invaluable partnership with the museum as the presenting sponsor of the annual event. Proceeds from the annual Art+Film Gala go toward underwriting LACMA’s initiative to make film more central to the museum’s curatorial programming, while also funding LACMA’s broader mission. This includes exhibitions, acquisitions, and educational programming that explore the intersection of art and film.
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Theo Bakana