Hollywood's elite gathered in Beverly Hills on Thursday for a glamorous dinner hosted by Louis Vuitton and W Magazine, officially kicking off the awards season calendar. The star-studded event saw a host of A-listers, from screen veterans to music royalty, celebrating in style.
Fashion Highlights and A-List Attendees
Kate Hudson, 46, commanded attention in a daring and chic tailored ensemble. The actress showcased her toned torso in a low-cut bra, which she paired with a sophisticated grey pencil skirt and matching blazer, proving age is just a number.
Among the notable guests was Este Haim, 39, the newly married bassist from the band HAIM and a close confidante of Taylor Swift. Este tied the knot with tech entrepreneur Jonathan Levin on New Year’s Eve at the Hotel El Roblar in Ojai, with Swift, 36, serving as the guest of honour. She attended the dinner with her lookalike sisters and bandmates, Danielle and Alana, all wearing elegant ruched balloon sleeve garments.
The Haim sisters have long been part of Taylor Swift's inner circle, collaborating on music and sharing a close friendship. Este has previously praised Swift as "the best and a total genius," while the pop star has humorously referred to herself as the band's "fourth Haim sister."
A Constellation of Stars in Attendance
The event was a veritable who's who of the entertainment industry. Emma Stone cut a glamorous figure in an all-white outfit, mingling with friends including fashion designer Nicolas Ghesquière and W Magazine's Editor-In-Chief, Sara Moonves.
Jennifer Connelly opted for vibrant flair in a multi-coloured floral mini dress paired with stylish heeled boots. Adolescence star Erin Doherty continued her celebrations following her recent Critics Choice Award win.
Meanwhile, Ana de Armas turned heads in a chic pale green co-ord, posing for photos with fellow actress Teyana Taylor, who wore a striking all-grey ensemble with a plunging blazer. Other guests included Jaden Smith in a vibrant quirky suit and Elle Fanning, who looked elegant in a cut-out blue pleated gown.
The Awards Season Feast: From Critics Choice to Golden Globes
This dinner comes hot on the heels of the Critics Choice Awards last week and sets the stage for the next major event: the 2026 Golden Globes this Sunday.
The menu for the upcoming Golden Globes ceremony has been revealed, promising a far more decadent spread than the modest portions served at the Critics Choice awards. Celebrity favourite restaurant Nobu will once again cater the event, serving a mouth-watering menu that includes:
- Signature yellowtail jalapeño
- A caviar cup
- Lobster salad with spicy lemon dressing
- A trio of nigiri
- Miso black cod
To wash it down, attendees will enjoy Moet & Chandon's Impérial Brut and Rosé Impérial champagnes, alongside trendy Saratoga spring water, with bottles placed conveniently at the centre of each table. The feast will conclude with a luxurious dessert featuring white chocolate mousse, pistachio sponge, and ceremonial matcha cake topped with a golden Nobu coin.
As the awards season gets into full swing, this exclusive dinner underscored the blend of high fashion, celebrity camaraderie, and lavish hospitality that defines Hollywood's most glittering time of year.
