In January 2020, Art of Elysium hosted its 13th Annual Heaven Gala at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles.
The theme, Heaven Is Rock and Roll, was curated by this year’s chosen visionaries: Kii Arens, a contemporary graphic artist and pop artist, and Linda Perry and Kerry Brown, multiplatinum producers and co-founders of record label/music publisher/artist management company We Are Hear.
Ashley Hinshaw and Topher Grace were honored with the Spirit of Elysium award for their generous support of the organization. Proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit the organization’s programs and services.
Ashley Hinshaw, glowing in a floral-printed gown with a thigh-high slit, and her husband, Topher Grace, looking sharp in a classic black suit, were honored with the Spirit of Elysium award at the 2020 Art of Elysium Gala on January 4, 2020 (Credit: Instar / Nicky Nelson / WENN)
Surviving members of the iconic American rock band Nirvana reunited at the benefit. Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic, and Pat Smear performed a 5-song set of their hits, with St. Vincent, Beck, and Dave’s 13-year-old daughter Violet Grohl on vocals to fill in for the late Kurt Cobain.
They played “Lithium” with St. Vincent; “In Bloom” and “Been a Son” with Beck; and “Heart-Shaped Box” with Violet. The evening closed with a performance of David Bowie’s “The Man Who Sold the World,” featuring Beck on vocals and St. Vincent on guitar.
The charity event brought together a bevy of celebrities from various industries, and, fashion-wise, they did not disappoint. While mostly dressed in glam rock style, some opted for awards show-worthy gowns.
Check out some of the interesting and best looks on the black carpet.
1. Bella Hadid Channels Inner Catwoman in Tommy x Zendaya
Bella Hadid embraced the night’s rock and roll theme, wearing a three-piece leather suit from Tommy x Zendaya’s collection. The Catwoman-like outfit included a low-cut waistcoat, a tailored blazer, and wide-leg pants.
She posed alongside her best friend, fashion designer Jesse Jo Stark, who also opted for an all-black outfit, wearing a pin-striped pantsuit and platform shoes.
Jesse Jo Stark and Bella Hadid dressed in matching black outfits at the 2020 Art of Elysium Heaven Gala held at the Hollywood Palladium on January 4, 2020
Bella looked hot in winged cat-eye makeup, bronzed smoky eyeshadow, and shimmery lipstick. Her short hair was styled in a sleek half-up, half-down style with a center parting.
Bella Hadid channels Catwoman in Tommy x Zendaya three-piece leather suit
For her accessories, Bella amped up the rock-and-roll vibe with a diamond-encrusted chain choker necklace, diamond earrings, and several rings.
She also carried a silver cylindrical handbag and slipped into square-toe, croc-embossed platform boots.
Bella Hadid completes her edgy leather suit with bold croc-embossed platform boots
2. Luna Blaise Goes for Vintage Glam in Norma Kamali
Manifest star Luna Blaise wore a glam look masterminded by stylist Amanda Lim. The actress wore a vintage Norma Kamali dress, which features black crystals with transparent crystal trims and a feathered hem.
Luna Blaise stuns in a vintage Norma Kamali dress with crystal embellishments and a feathered hem, completing her glamorous look with strappy Alevi Milano sandals
She paired the look with a selection of jewelry, including Beladora Jewelry heart earrings and a necklace from Shay Fine Jewelry.
Hairstylist Gabi Lopez styled Luna’s shoulder-length tresses in a flipped hairstyle inspired by the ’60s. Makeup artist Katrina Klein then highlighted her eyes with shimmery purple smoky eyeshadow, eyeliner, and false eyelashes.
She also applied a swipe of rose-colored lipstick from Charlotte Tilbury and a hint of color on her cheeks.
Luna Blaise wears the ’60s flipped hairstyle with glittery eyeshadow
Luna showed off her feet in Alevi Milano strappy sandals to complete the look.
Luna Blaise shows off her sexy feet in modern strappy Alevi Milano sandals
3. Marisol Nichols Gets Leggy in Acler Mini Dress
Marisol Nichols, aka Hermoine Lodge of the CW drama series Riverdale, arrived in a mini dress from the Australian label Acler.
The 46-year-old actress showed off her toned legs in the navy blue satin number. It features a loose-fitting, softly pleated bodice with long bell sleeves, a semi-high neck, and a thigh-grazing straight hem.
Marisol Nichols stuns in a navy blue satin Acler mini dress with dramatic sleeves, pairing the chic look with sleek Tamara Mellon ‘Frontline’ sandals
Hairstylist Ricardo Rojas pulled her tresses back into a high ponytail with a center-parted fringe to frame her face. She wore dark mascara, eyeliner, a hint of peachy eyeshadow, and a swipe of peach lip gloss to highlight her features.
Marisol Nichols pulls her hair into a ponytail and highlights her eyes with mascara and eyeliner
Marisol kept her accessories to a minimum, wearing only a pair of Ricardo Basta long-drop earrings and Tamara Mellon sandals.
Marisol Nichols shows off her feet in a mini dress with Tamara Mellon sandals
Called ‘Frontline,’ these sandals feature clear PVC accents on the slender leather straps. They also have back zip fastenings and about 4-inch heels.
Tamara Mellon ‘Frontline’ Sandals, $395
4. Ali Larter Breaks Rules in Raisa Vanessa
Ali Larter looked pretty in a pink mini dress from the Istanbul-based Haute Couture label Raisa Vanessa.
The mother-of-two managed to avoid a wardrobe malfunction in the revealing décolletage-baring outfit. Breaking the cleavage or legs rule, Ali showed both in the asymmetrical mini with a plunging neckline and a ruffled thigh-grazing hem.
It also has large rose petal details, a single puff shoulder, and a crystal-embellished belt accent that helped accentuate her figure.
Ali Larter stuns in a daring pink Raisa Vanessa mini dress with ruffled details and a plunging neckline, completing her look with classic nude Stuart Weitzman ‘Nudist’ sandals
To complement her girly frock, makeup artist Georgie Eisdell applied pink lip gloss, a hint of blush, glittery purple eyeshadow, and mascara. She styled her blonde locks straight with a center parting and tucked behind her ears.
Ali Larter complements her dress with pink lipstick and glittery purple eyeshadow
A pair of diamond drop earrings, several diamond rings, and Stuart Weitzman ‘Nudist’ sandals rounded out her look.
Ali Larter highlighted her feet in nude Stuart Weitzman sandals
5. Abigail Spencer Unleashes Wild Side in Halston Dress
Abigail Spencer, who leads the cast in the new Hulu series Reprisal, unleashed her wild side in a zebra-striped dress. Her Halston mini frock is embellished with holographic-colored sequins topped with black sequins in zebra stripes.
Abigail Spencer embraces her wild side in a zebra-striped, sequin-embellished Halston mini dress, pairing it with black crystal-embellished heels for a fierce finish
She wore her tresses in tousled waves to amp up the fierce look and put on a swipe of red lipstick with black mascara, eyeliner, and a hint of glittery eyeshadow.
Abigail Spencer amps up her fierce look with tousled waves and red lipstick
She paired the look with black accessories, including drop earrings, a black clutch, and black sandals with black crystal embellishments.
Abigail Spencer shows off her pedicured red toenails in crystal-embellished heels
6. Jasmine Sanders Stands Out in Maison Met Gown
Fashion influencer Jasmine Sanders, aka Golden Barbie, was one of the few celebrities who opted for a gown. She made her presence felt in an ombre plissé gown by Maison Met.
It’s a one-shoulder number with a sexy backless design and a risky hip-high slit that allows her to showcase her legs.
Jasmine Sanders turns heads in a striking ombré Maison Met plissé gown with a daring thigh-high slit, pairing the dramatic look with classic Stuart Weitzman ‘Nudist’ sandals
Allowing her dress to do the talking, stylist Sammy K. accessorized Jasmine’s look with simple jewelry. She wore a pair of black studs by Anabela Chan, and a selection of Le Vian rings.
The German-American model teamed her elaborate gown with a classic pair of Stuart Weitzman ‘Nudist’ sandals, which showed her corny feet.
Jasmine Sanders shows her corny feet in Stuart Weitzman sandals
The Zogalis twins, Chrissy and Lisa, beautified the model. They pulled her hair up into a neat bun away from her face, which was beautifully made with pink lipstick, mascara, bronzed eyeshadow, and well-defined eyebrows.
Jasmine Sanders pulls her hair up in a bun to show her sexy back
7. Amy Smart Is Modest in a Floral Dress
Ali Larter’s Varsity Blues co-star Amy Smart went the modest route in a blue-green floral dress. It features a high neck with a keyhole detail, billowy sleeves, a ruched cinched waist, and a softly pleated skirt that fell a couple of inches above her knees.
Amy Smart keeps it chic and feminine in a blue-green floral dress with billowy sleeves and a cinched waist, finishing her look with pearl-embellished Stuart Weitzman ‘Nudistpearls’ sandals
She pulled her hair back into a ponytail and left a few strands to frame her face. Makeup artist Drea V. applied pink lipstick on the actress and accentuated her eyes with kohl-rimmed eyeliner and subtle smoky eyeshadow.
Amy Smart wears her hair in a ponytail with kohl-rimmed eyes and pink pout
To finish her look, Amy accessorized with statement earrings and slipped into pearl-encrusted black sandals. The Stuart Weitzman ‘Nudistpearls’ sandals feature the brand’s signature Nudist style updated with pearl embellishments.
Amy Smart showed off her pretty feet in Stuart Weitzman pearl-encrusted sandals
8. Audrina Patridge Leaves Little to Imagination in Steven Khalil Gown
The Hills’ Audrina Patridge sure knows how to work a red carpet, and last week’s gala was no different as she turned heads in a see-through Steven Khalil 2017 Couture gown.
Audrina Patridge leaves very little to the imagination in a sheer, embellished Steven Khalil gown, layering it with a leather jacket and pairing it with strappy black heels for a bold finish
Leaving little to the imagination, Audrina put on a busty display, wearing just a pair of lacy black underpants underneath her sheer embellished gown. She then threw a black leather jacket over her shoulders and accessorized with silver hoop earrings and several rings.
Audrina furthered the glam-rock vibe with smoky eye makeup, dark mascara, eyeliner, and pink lipstick. Her long blonde curls rounded out her look.
Audrina Patridge shows a busty display in her sheer gown
The Art of Elysium Gala has consistently showcased stunning footwear moments, from bold statement heels to elegant strappy sandals.
Stepping Out in Style: Memorable Shoe Moments at the Art of Elysium Galas
The Art of Elysium’s annual Heaven Gala is renowned not only for its philanthropic mission but also for its star-studded red carpet, where celebrities showcase their impeccable fashion sense, especially when it comes to footwear. Here are some standout shoe moments from the event:
Bella Thorne’s Daring Red Heels
- Event: The Art of Elysium’s 2024 Heaven Gala
- Outfit: Bella Thorne turned heads in a sheer champagne gown adorned with sparkling rhinestones.
- Footwear: She complemented her bold ensemble with towering red croc-embossed leather heels featuring thick satin ankle straps and open toes, highlighting her edgy style.
- More Details: Bella Thorne’s bold fashion statement at The Art of Elysium 2024 Gala
Michelle Trachtenberg’s Embellished Stuart Weitzman Sandals
- Event: The Art of Elysium’s 2016 Heaven Gala
- Outfit: Michelle Trachtenberg exuded dark glamour in a black Alice + Olivia coat dress with an ombre splatter print.
- Footwear: She added a touch of sparkle with crystal-embellished Stuart Weitzman ‘Nudist’ sandals, enhancing her gothic-inspired look.
- More Details: Michelle Trachtenberg reveals sexy feet in hot high heels
Ashley Tisdale’s Snakeskin Kenneth Cole Platforms
- Event: The Art of Elysium’s 2016 Heaven Gala
- Outfit: Ashley Tisdale made a bold statement in a sheer black Davidson Zanine dress embellished with gunmetal beads.
- Footwear: She elevated her look with snakeskin Kenneth Cole ‘Ciera’ platform sandals, adding height and edge to her ensemble.
- More Details: Ashley Tisdale shocks in sheer dress—flashes underwear on the red carpet!
Nikki Reed’s Golden Brian Atwood Heels
- Event: The Art of Elysium’s 2016 Heaven Gala
- Outfit: Nikki Reed dazzled in an orange Solace London cutout dress.
- Footwear: She paired her vibrant dress with gold Brian Atwood ‘Tamara’ heels, adding a metallic touch to her look.
- More Details: Nikki Reed’s stunning appearance at the Art of Elysium Gala