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In the heart of Manhattan, under the warm lights of Jazz at Lincoln Center, the 2025 TIME 100 Most Influential People gala brought together a global gathering of changemakers for an evening that was equal parts celebration and statement. Held on April 24, the event honored this year’s most influential figures: artists, leaders, innovators, and advocates whose work is shaping culture, conversation, and the future itself.
While the night was rich with speeches and standing ovations, it was the quiet sparkle of a diamond, the glint of a bold gold cuff, and the sculptural intrigue of ear adornments that spoke volumes on the red carpet. Ahead, we’re spotlighting six red carpet looks, from celebrated winners to stylish guests, and the jewelry pieces that caught our attention for all the right reasons.
Demi Moore
Demi Moore’s red carpet look was straight out of a fairytale. The star showed up wearing a Grecian-inspired ivory gown with an exaggerated halter and matching blazer draped over her shoulders. But then came the drama: shoulder-grazing chandelier earrings, dripping with white diamonds or crystals that moved with every step. Her earrings were unmistakably the centerpiece here; they were long, glittering, and impossible to ignore. On her wrist, a diamond bracelet kept things classic, while her cocktail ring added a subtle punch. It was jewelry that knew its role and played it with Oscar-level drama.
Blake Lively
Trust Blake to bring color to a black-and-white night. In a deep rose off-the-shoulder dress, she went full jewel tone with her accessories; chunky turquoise drop earrings that popped against her golden waves and a matching bracelet that added symmetry and playfulness. The effect was joyful, confident, and a little bit unexpected, like Blake herself. The choice to go with vibrant colors in both dress and jewelry made Blake Lively’s red carpet look stand out in a sea of monochrome, showing that when it comes to style, she doesn’t follow the script; she rewrites it.
Kristen Bell
In a fire-engine red strapless dress, Kristen Bell leaned into sharp, minimal styling, then turned up the volume on her hands. Her rings were the stars: a mix of chunky gold and diamond rings stacked across both hands in what can only be described as an editorial-level styling move. Instead of just a pop of bling, this was a full-on hand party. Each ring had a slightly different personality, from wrap-around coils to architectural designs. Her earrings? Simple gold huggie earrings that let the rings have their moment.
Scarlett Johansson
Scarlett Johansson’s red carpet look was cool and controlled. She wore a black halter dress with a sculptural neckline, but her jewelry did all the expressive work. She opted for long, rectangular yellow gold earrings with delicate diamond accents, sleek lines that framed her face and added a bit of modern drama to the look. A slim gold necklace with a center drop softened the mood, layered with intention to avoid competing with the sharp neckline. The vibe? slightly mysterious, and extremely intentional.
Serena Williams (Honoree)
As one of the evening’s honored winners, the tennis icon arrived in a sculpted black gown with sheer cutouts that walked the line between power and glamour. But it was her jaw-dropping diamond necklace that made the boldest statement. Sitting like a perfectly chiseled collar of ice, the angular piece sparkled with authority, hugging her neckline and reflecting every flash of the camera. Coordinated diamond drop earrings and a thick tennis bracelet rounded out the look, but that necklace was the knockout. The styling felt deliberate and unapologetic, just like Serena.
Nicole Scherzinger
Nicole gave Old Hollywood curves a 2025 update in a body-hugging, sequined black gown with a deep off-the-shoulder neckline, and her jewelry followed suit. Her choice? A sleek gold cuff bracelet and elongated drop earrings that glinted like liquid metal under the lights. The look wasn’t about stacking or layering—it was about letting shape and structure do the talking. Clean, polished, and sensual without trying too hard, Nicole’s jewelry choices played the long game: striking enough to hold their own, but not competing with her sculptural dress.
Jewelry Inspired by the TIME 100 Icons
Clean, sculptural, and subtly subversive, these rectangular hoop earrings echo Scarlett Johansson’s modern edge at the gala. The elongated silhouette with a dusting of diamonds brings just enough drama to transition from power dinner to afterparty without missing a beat.
Channeling the fearless glamour of both Demi Moore and Serena Williams, these cascading diamond drop earrings make a powerful statement. With their waterfall-like design and impeccable symmetry, they walk the line between structured and fluid, just like the women who inspired them.
This is one of the statement rings Kristen Bell wore to the Time100 event, a fierce burst of geometry in high-shine gold. Rows of elongated spikes create a sculptural, almost armor-like presence that wraps the finger in confidence and unmistakable edge.
Nicole Scherzinger brought fierce, magnetic energy to the red carpet, and this black onyx chain-link ring hits the same note. Daring, sultry, and unapologetically powerful, its sculpted links and deep contrast channel that perfect blend of glam and grit she wears so well.
Playful, punchy, and dripping in color, this vibrant green enamel bangle bracelet echoes Blake Lively’s signature confidence and love for unexpected pairings. It’s luxe without taking itself too seriously, thanks to Bujukan beading and just enough diamond sparkle to turn a wrist flick into a moment.
Final Thoughts
Jewelry definitely did the talking at the 2025 TIME100 Most Influential People Gala. Under the spotlight at Jazz at Lincoln Center, sculptural rings, sharp cuffs, and glinting diamonds delivered messages just as expressive as the honorees themselves. Power, presence, and precision.
Looking for that same energy? Explore our fine jewelry collection at Gabriel & Co., and don’t miss our blog on the Top 10 Celebrity Engagement Rings of 2025 for more A-list inspiration.
