Selena Gomez Ditches Power Dressing For Plunging Velvet Gown

After showing off her power dressing game for “Emilia Pérez” promotions, Selena Gomez now has a new style trend in mind. The singer-actor wore a plunging velvet Alaïa gown, featuring an exposed leather bustier, at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala. Adding glamorous pieces of accessories to elevate her look, Gomez joined several A-list celebrities to flaunt her outfit on the event’s red carpet. Gomez doesn’t shy away from experimenting with different styles, and the recent dramatic shift from business to elegance is one for the books.

Selena Gomez is elegant in a velvet Alaïa gown for Academy Museum gala

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For her appearance at the 2024 annual Academy Museum Gala, Selena Gomez opted for a navy suede Alaïa halter gown. This halter dress featured an exposed leather bustier that created a plunging neckline. Moreover, it showcased a classic revival of the peekaboo bralette trend. The velvet fabric and the navy hue of the Alaïa gown were accompanied by a short train that gave Gomez’s outfit more depth. 

According to WWD, fashion stylist Erin Walsh assembled Selena Gomez’s look. Meanwhile, the “Emilia Pérez” cast member accessorized herself in Tiffany & Co. jewels, including statement silver bracelets and earrings. Hairstylist Marissa Marino gave Gomez a slicked-back hairstyle that let the gown shine and complemented the gown’s elegance.

The singer completed her look with a smoky eyeshadow, a glossy pink lip, and a darker-toned mauve blush. Makeup artist Hung Vanngo combined the singer’s Rare Beauty products to attempt the look. Lastly, nail artist Tom Bachik gave Gomez a cosmic silver gloss manicure that enhanced the Tiffany & Co. jewelry.

Interestingly, Selena Gomez’s ensemble at the gala marked a significant shift from her previous business-like outfits for “Emilia Pérez” promotions. For the SAG-AFTRA Foundation screening of the movie, the actor opted for a business spin on Nensi Dojaka’s LBD, which was designed like an oversized blazer. She accompanied the outerwear with Francesca Miranda’s white Cata Cotton Dress.

Meanwhile, some of the other best-dressed celebrities who made iconic fashion statements at the gala include Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Kim Kardashian, Kylie and Kendall Jenner, Ariana Grande, and more.