The annual Met Gala, fondly referred to as “fashion’s biggest night,” is a much-anticipated fundraising event for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute in New York City. Every year, on the first Monday of May, the museum transforms into a star-studded spectacle. A-listers from across the worlds of fashion, film, music, and more descend upon the Met, not just for a night of revelry, but to make a grand fashion statement.
These celebrities don’t come clad in their everyday attire; instead, they meticulously craft outfits that pay homage to a pre-selected theme. This theme not only sparks the imaginations of designers and stylists, but also ties into the Costume Institute’s exhibition that opens on the same night.
The Met Gala serves as the sole fundraiser for the Costume Institute, and the pressure to raise big bucks is evident in the elaborate displays of fashion on the red carpet. From breathtakingly beautiful to downright bizarre, the outfits become conversation starters, fueling the internet with endless admiration and amusement.
Emily Ratajkowski Met Gala
The Met Gala is underway! Celebrities are arriving, and Emily Ratajkowski stuns in a see-through vintage Versace dress with Chopard jewelry. Her hair is in a funky braided bun with neutral makeup. This year’s theme is “The Garden of Time,” inspired by a 1962 book. Vintage looks are expected, just like Ratajkowski’s dress. Last year, for the “Karl Lagerfeld” theme, she wore a sheer 🅽🆄🅳🅴 Tory Burch gown with a 1920s vibe.
Dove Cameron Met Gala
Dove Cameron’s stunning 2024 Met Gala dress was a masterpiece, but it came with a surprising secret! The dress was so intricate that it required last-minute alterations and was held together by super delicate mesh. It was so delicate that when they tried to take it off, a pin accidentally snagged…on her skin! Luckily, it didn’t hurt or break the dress, but it’s a funny story behind the gorgeous red carpet look.
Demi Lovato
Demi Lovato is back at the Met Gala after a rough experience in 2016. Back then, she felt uncomfortable and left early to attend an AA meeting. This year, things are different! Demi rocked a stunning silver gown and seems to be in a much better place. They’ve been open about struggles with addiction, bullying, and mental health, but now have better ways to deal with negativity. On a brighter note, Demi got engaged to their fiance Jutes in December!pen_sparktunesharemore_vert.
Rita Ora
Rita Ora turned heads at the Met Gala with a daring look! She wore a sheer 🅽🆄🅳🅴 bodysuit with colorful beads that barely covered her up. The beads were actually from centuries ago! Her husband helped her with the long train and thought her outfit was incredible. The only issue? Rita didn’t quite plan how she’d use the restroom in this daring outfit.
Tyla Laura Seethal
Singer Tyla made a dramatic entrance at her first Met Gala! Her dress, designed to represent “sands of time,” was so delicate and custom-made that she couldn’t walk the stairs. Instead, she got carried up by helpers! The strapless beige dress had a sand-like texture and even came with an hourglass purse to complete the time theme.
Mindy Kaling
Mindy Kaling wowed the Met Gala crowd in a beautiful beige dress by Indian designer Gaurav Gupta. The dress, nicknamed “The Melting Flower of Time,” was a big hit, but some people noticed it looked similar to a gown Aishwarya Rai Bachchan wore at Cannes in 2022. Both dresses were designed by Gaurav Gupta, but Aishwarya’s pink one was inspired by a seashell, while Mindy’s fit the Met Gala’s flower theme. Social media wasn’t sure about Mindy’s dress, with some calling it a copy and others just not a good look.
Mona Patel
The Met Gala, a prestigious fashion event, was held this year with celebrities like Zendaya and Jennifer Lopez attending. Actresses from India like Alia Bhatt also dazzled on the red carpet. But the real show stealer was Mona Patel, a fashion entrepreneur, who wore a beautiful “mechanical butterflies” dress designed by Iris Van Herpen. Patel’s nude colored dress with a butterfly corset matched the Gala’s “Garden of Time” theme perfectly. This was her first Met Gala, and she impressed everyone with her unique outfit.
Cardi B (Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar)
Cardi B stole the show at the Met Gala with another daring outfit. This year, she went for an edgy, gothic look by up-and-coming designer Windowsen. The black, off-the-shoulder dress featured layers of tulle and a long train, staying true to Cardi B’s reputation for dramatic red carpet appearances. We can always count on her to push boundaries and embrace fashion with an adventurous spirit!
Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman
Zendaya returned to the Met Gala in style, this time as a co-chair! She wore three amazing outfits throughout the night. First, a villainous blue and green striped dress with a fascinator. Then, a dramatic black gown with a puffy sleeve and a huge skirt, topped with another unique headpiece. Finally, she changed into a sparkly white custom gown. Zendaya is always a Met Gala hit, and this year was no different!
