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From LA Gala to Red Sea Festival, Dakota Johnson Showcases a Shift to Cutout and Classic Looks

She used the spotlight to present $1 million in student scholarships.

Overview

  • At The Hollywood Reporter's Women in Entertainment Gala in Los Angeles on Dec. 4, Johnson wore a Khaite little black dress and presented $1 million in college scholarships through the outlet's mentorship program.
  • Hours later in Jeddah for the Red Sea International Film Festival opening, she wore a strapless black gown with hip cutouts, bow detailing, and a front slit, widely credited to Alessandra Rich, though WWD reported it as Valentino.
  • She paired the black cutout gown with a Chopard diamond bib necklace and chandelier earrings, with Bustle citing an industry breakdown totaling 95 carats, and the jeweler identified as the festival's official partner.
  • On Dec. 5, she returned to the festival in a sheer white lace Chloé gown for the Women in Cinema event, styling the look with Paris Texas heels and sapphire Chopard jewelry.
  • During on-stage conversations at the festival, Johnson discussed producing with her company TeaTime Pictures, describing a love-hate relationship with the job and frustrations with financing.