2026 LACMA Gala Menswear
The 2026 LACMA Art+Film Gala wasn’t short of menswear talking points. With Gucci dressing several guests, there was plenty of black tailoring, but the more interesting choices came from those experimenting with colour, proportions and the traditional dress code.
A Flower Among Pinstripes
Andrew Garfield wore a black pinstriped Gucci double-breasted suit, but it was the pink orchid brooch that made this look for me. I love how something so decorative can change the character of otherwise traditional tailoring. The open-collar shirt is always a welcome choice.
Styled by Warren Alfie Baker.
Black Tie With An Edge
Alton Mason’s black satin Gucci double-breasted suit, was sharp in structure and silhouette. The black floral brooch was a subtle addition, but one that worked beautifully with the satin finish. This is how you make an all-black suit interesting.
The Flight Suit Surprise
Benito Skinner took an unconventional route in an ERL Fall 2026 flight suit, paired with the label’s new Wall Street loafers. I would have said the utilitarian jumpsuit was giving car mechanic, but with the bow tie, it’s more valet. Without the cargo pockets, and with a better fit, this might have landed better.
A Case For Chocolate Brown
Brown and black as a combination is growing in popularity. When it comes to Dan Reynolds, the tailoring is impeccable, first and foremost, but I can’t deny that I swooned when I saw his chocolate-brown Dzojchen blazer with a matching shirt. I would have preferred dark chocolate-brown trousers, but he still looks really good. Doucal’s shoes completed the look.
Styled by Warren Alfie Baker.
The Horsebit Detail
Gucci’s oversized silver horsebit detail continues to make an appearance, this time on Fai Khadra. The tailoring is excellent, and I love how the subtle micro-sequin embellishments give the black suit a little something extra.
A Different Approach To Layering
Guitarricadelafuente’s less conventional approach to gala dressing landed better for me than Benito’s. Wearing a layered look from Hodakova’s Fall 2026 collection, he made a case for something outside the usual black-tie dress code. Some might feel it’s too everyday for the occasion, but the proportions make it far more interesting.
Traditional Tailoring, With A Twist
As much as I love the tailoring of Jordan Firstman’s Ferragamo Resort 2027 double-breasted suit, the washed-denim cotton shirt and brown leather tie works better when you see more of it.
Styled by Chloe and Chenelle Delgadillo.
The White Coat Statement
Michael Urie’s long ivory Harbison Studio coat over an all-black ensemble is easily one of my favourite pieces from this menswear lineup. It’s the contrast and the brooch that make this look for me. Sometimes, one great coat is all you need.
A Change Of Pace
Timothée Chalamet didn’t walk the red carpet, and considering he opted out of the tailored looks worn by the other gentlemen, I think he was right to keep his Gucci ensemble relatively low-key.
Sequins Without The Suit
Tyriq Withers didn’t do the tuxedo thing, but his sequinned Gucci shirt and wide-leg trousers still had enough elegance to ensure the look didn’t feel too casual or lacking in effort for the event.
Styled by Jason Bolden.
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