Brief
Amal Clooney’s Old‑Hollywood Look Stuns at the 2026 Albies Gala
The Clooney Foundation gala featured a new layered haircut, gold sequins and a makeup palette chosen by her longtime stylist.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Amal Clooney arrived at the fifth Albies gala on Friday evening in London wearing a custom gold‑sequined Gucci gown and a dramatically shorter, layered haircut, Vogue reported.
What happened
The Albies, hosted by the Clooney Foundation for Justice at the Natural History Museum, gathered celebrities including Laura Dern, Brad Pitt, Marisa Abela, Myha’la Herrold and Donatella Versace. Clooney’s look was created by her regular hairstylist and makeup artist Dimitris Giannetos, who aimed for an “Old Hollywood movie star” vibe inspired by Sophia Loren.
What the reports add
Giannetos told Vogue that the haircut involved “lots of layers, movement, razored and wispy layers and some summer highlights,” giving Clooney a modern twist on classic screen‑star glamour. He described the finished style as “a combo of Sophia Loren meets Kate Moss.” The stylist used the Tymo CurlPro tool, L’Oréal Paris Elvive Big Hair Dry Shampoo and Elnett Hairspray to add volume and hold. Assistant David Mazzotta helped with the styling. For makeup, Giannetos chose Charlotte Tilbury products, keeping the look “luminous, with shimmery golden tones to complement her gown.”
What was said
“I worked with Amal and the Gucci team to create Amal’s look,” Giannetos said to Vogue. “Demna’s inspiration was an Old Hollywood movie star, the same vibe as Sophia Loren.” He added, “A combo of Sophia Loren meets Kate Moss.”
How it came about
The Albies gala, part of the Clooney Foundation’s annual fundraising for human‑rights defenders, has partnered with Gucci for five years. Giannetos, who also styles Clooney for events such as the Venice Film Festival and trips to Malawi, wanted a look that was “glamorous, but still relaxed” for the evening’s red‑carpet moment.
Key facts
- Amal Clooney wore a custom gold‑sequined Gucci gown at the 2026 Albies gala. (vogue.com)
- Her hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos gave her a shorter haircut with layered, wispy highlights. (vogue.com)
- The makeup used Charlotte Tilbury products with golden, luminous tones. (vogue.com)
- The gala was held at London’s Natural History Museum and featured guests like Laura Dern and Brad Pitt. (vogue.com)
Sources
- [1] vogue.com — originally reported as “A Major Haircut and Movie Star Inspo: Inside Amal Clooney’s Glam at the 2026 Albies”
