The star-studded fundraiser, which was canceled last year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, took place in New York on Monday night. The annual event, known for its breathtaking red carpet fashion, benefits the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This Year’s Theme: “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion”
This year’s theme considers the modern vocabulary of American fashion.
Lupita Nyong’o arrived wearing a denim gown by Versace, paired with navy blue eyeshadow and big jewels.
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Singer Rihanna and A$AP Rocky swooped in at the very last minute, closing out the Met Gala red carpet in a pair of bold looks. Rihanna wore a voluminous Balenciaga couture coat dress, accessorized with a beanie and diamond forehead accessory. A$AP Rocky meanwhile wore a colorful quilted creation by ERL. Arturo Holmes/MG21/Getty ImagesBlack-ish actor Tracee Ellis Ross electrified the carpet in this vibrant blue Balenciaga couture coat-dress, inspired by her mother, Diana Ross’ film Mahogany.
J Balvin and RuPaul’s Drag Race winner Symone both arrived wearing Moschino. Balvin wore a suit and matching balaclava covered in florals, alongside a stack of necklaces. In contrast, Symone chose a fringed golden dress which trailed all the way to the floor.
Jennifer Lopez hit the Met Museum steps wearing a custom Ralph Lauren outfit, channeling the spirit of the Wild West.Good 4 U singer Olivia Rodrigo made her Met Gala debut dressed in a sheer feather and lace Saint Laurent jumpsuit.
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British tennis player Emma Raducanu wore Chanel at the Met Gala.
The night showcased various styles, from the daring to the elegant, with celebrities bringing their unique fashion statements to the forefront.
Fashion Statements from the Gala
Euphoria star Hunter Schafer wowed in a silver leather Prada ensemble, drawing attention with her opaque contact lenses and a gigantic silver spider on her face.Frank Ocean debuted a lime green hairstyle at the event, wearing a black Prada outfit and a unique necklace.Actress Gabrielle Union captivated attendees in a custom sculptural gown made from over 10,000 laser-cut ‘liquid’ fabric spheres.Simone Biles showcased a stunning gown made by Area, featuring a detachable 88-pound Swarovski-embellished skirt.New York Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez made a statement wearing a gown with the phrase “Tax the Rich.”
This event not only celebrates fashion but also serves as a platform for self-expression and political expression, underscoring the powerful intersection of art and activism.
Kendall Jenner stunned in a glittering Givenchy gown inspired by Audrey Hepburn.
Throughout the night, numerous celebrities embraced their unique styles, making the 2021 Met Gala an unforgettable event filled with jaw-dropping fashion moments.
