Anya Taylor-Joy Repurposes Archival Pierre Cardin Gown for LACMA Gala

Anya Taylor-Joy Repurposes a 1997 Pierre Cardin Bridal Gown for the 2026 LACMA Art+Film Gala

Anya Taylor-Joy stepped onto the red carpet at the 2026 Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s Art+Film Gala on November 7, 2026, wearing a high-fashion archival piece originally crafted for a chapel nearly three decades prior. As reported by wwd.com, the Split actress bypassed contemporary collections to wear a slip-style haute couture gown from Pierre Cardin’s 1997 archives, offering a direct glimpse into how the legendary designer envisioned the future of bridal wear.

The garment itself tells a story of avant-garde longevity. Built as a sheer silver slip layered with an intricate floral print, the dress relies on thin metallic straps and glistening crystallized appliqués that meticulously outline every single bloom. Rather than stopping at traditional minimalism, Cardin paired the slip with a floor-sweeping, wavy iridescent boa. Draped around Taylor-Joy’s neck and over her forearms, this structural piece featured built-in sheer sleeves that doubled as a futuristic shawl, marrying slinky 1990s silhouettes with theatrical drama.

From the Brooklyn Museum Archives to the Los Angeles Red Carpet

This particular archival masterpiece is no stranger to public display. It was previously featured in the 2019 exhibition “Pierre Cardin: Future Fashion” at the Brooklyn Museum—a retrospective designed to showcase the designer’s most forward-thinking creations alongside furniture, lighting, and fashion sketches. Now, a design once intended for a 1990s bride has found a second life on a modern red carpet.

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To complement the metallic undertones of her gown, Taylor-Joy wore a sparkling array of Tiffany & Co. jewelry. Her ensemble included a Schlumberger Stars and Moons necklace, paired with stud diamond earrings set in silver hardware. Beneath the heavy draping of her dress, metallic silver platform sandals peeked out subtly, while her white-blonde hair was pulled back into a sleek, minimalist bun.

Bridging Hollywood and the Arts at LACMA

The 15th annual Art+Film Gala brought together heavy hitters from both Hollywood and the international art world. Co-chaired by Leonardo DiCaprio and LACMA trustee Eva Chow, the November 7 event honored artist Vija Celmins alongside Dune director Denis Villeneuve. Gucci maintained its steadfast role as the gala’s presenting sponsor—a position it has held since the event’s 2011 debut—while Blackpink’s Rosé provided the evening’s performance, with all proceeds directly supporting the museum’s film programming, exhibitions, and educational initiatives.