Presented by the Kering Foundation | Produced by JWP
Hollywood and fashion’s elite converged in Midtown Manhattan for one of the most glamorous events of New York Fashion Week—the Caring for Women Dinner hosted by the Kering Foundation. The star-studded gala and auction, held at The Pool in the iconic Seagram Building, aimed to raise funds for organizations dedicated to ending gender-based violence. Salma Hayek Pinault, a board member of the Kering Foundation, and her husband, François-Henri Pinault, chairman and CEO of Kering, hosted the event. Kering, the luxury group behind brands like Gucci, Balenciaga, and Yves Saint Laurent, has long been committed to using its platform for philanthropic efforts.
Guests at the gala included Hollywood’s brightest stars and fashion’s most influential figures, with attendees such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Matthew McConaughey, Donatella Versace, Naomi Watts, and Julianne Moore. The couple’s influence was evident, as the evening attracted a high-profile crowd who mingled over cocktails, often asking, “How do you know Jeff and Lauren?”—a nod to Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez.
During the auction, Kim Kardashian made headlines by bidding on Balenciaga couture, while a nude photograph of Madonna sold for an impressive $70,000. The event not only celebrated fashion and film but also highlighted the power of philanthropy when celebrity and luxury intersect. Artémis, the Pinault family’s investment company, recently acquired a majority stake in Creative Artists Agency, strengthening the connection between Hollywood and luxury.
With such a dazzling turnout, the Caring for Women Dinner reinforced the influence of the Kering Foundation and its commitment to social causes, all while uniting celebrities and fashion icons in support of a meaningful cause.
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Last modified: October 20, 2024
