Dakota Johnson Wears Plunging Valentino Gown to 2026 Kering Foundation Caring for Women Dinner

Dakota Johnson attended the 2026 Kering Foundation's annual Caring for Women dinner in New York, wearing a plunging black Valentino gown with draped sleeves, a mermaid-style skirt, and a navel cut-out. Styled by Kate Young, she accessorized with Messika jewelry, including diamond drop earrings, rings, and a long crescent moon necklace. The actor's look marked a shift from her summer uniform of denim, tees, ballet flats, and Dôen pieces. Johnson has a history of naked dressing at the event: at last year's Caring for Women dinner, she wore a sheer black beaded Gucci gown, and on the film festival circuit, she chose an architectural strapless Alessandra Rich dress with a midriff cut-out. For fall, she darkened her brunette hair and wore it loose with brow-skimming bangs, contrasting with the all-black Valentino. Her recent daytime wardrobe has featured light-wash denim, easy shirts, relaxed separates, and Dôen, while red carpet appearances often involve Valentino gowns. The dinner ushers in fashion month, and Johnson's autumnal style is expected to include suedes, cigarette jeans, and sexy dresses.