Bowers Museum in Santa Ana hosted its annual gala this year with a tribute to celebrated couturiére Guo Pei, with her groundbreaking exhibition “Guo Pei: Couture Beyond” debuting 40 of her most breathtaking designs from her dramatic runway shows. The 262 black-tie guests lauded the stunning exhibition, while the evening garnered $500,000 in net proceeds for the museum’s educational programs. Photography Tony Lattimore, Mark Samala
Bowers President Peter Keller, Board Chairwoman Anne Shih, supporters Gayle and Ed Roski in museum galleries showcasing Guo Pei’s designs
Gala MC’s Lynn Liou and Cary Woodworth 
Supporters Dee Dee Anderson and David Poiry 
Bamboo flute performance by Rong Ying
Internationally acclaimed fashion designer Guo Pei’s creations in museum gallery