Some are really stylish!
Jumping back in time, Kidman shimmers with actor Adrien Brody, with whom she was rumored to be dating at the time. The theme for the 2003 Met Gala was 'Goddess: The Classical Mode.'
Kidman and her husband, singer Keith Urban, dazzle at the 2016 gala. She went above and beyond for the 'Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology' theme, receiving plenty of positive feedback.
At the young age of 19, the Olsen twins appeared in simple boho looks for the 2005 Met Gala, inspired by the theme, 'The House of Chanel.'
Evolving from simple and sweet, to elegant, and now to fierce, Beyoncé's style for the 'China: Through the Looking Glass'-themed Met Gala in 2015 was a look to remember.
Grimes looks straight out of a video game here, and that's not a bad thing. Maybe she can battle it out with Lil Nas X?
This is actually only one of Lil Nas X's three looks for the night, but it's the one he shined in the most in!
Icons are going to be icons. For many, legendary supermodel Iman's look was the best of the night.
Their 'carpet debut' as a couple, Rihanna and ASAP Rocky definitely made a statement. But while he was compared to a bowl of cereal online, fans had to admit that RiRi pulled off this look as only she could.
Apparently, Billie Eilish's goal here was to look like Marilyn Monroe, and the internet certainly seems to agree that she nailed it.
Killing as a lady in red, people nonetheless had a lot to say about Megan Fox's bangs and hairstyle reminiscent of Bettie Page.
Is that Kendall Jenner and her shadow? No, it's her big sister! Both were trending with these looks after the 2021 event. The theme was "In America: A Lexicon of Fashion."
Kim Kardashian controversially wore this dress once owned by Marilyn Monroe and borrowed from the Ripley's museum. Monroe famously wore this dress the night she seductively sang 'Happy Birthday' to President John F. Kennedy. Kardashian was accused of damaging the dress but denied the claims.
Kylie Jenner's look that year was equally divisive! She wore this wedding gown designed by the late Virgil Abloh, paired with a backward baseball cap covered in a veil.
The mysterious Swedish couture collector and fashion icon Fredrik Robertsson stood out amongst the arrivals, as he does at every event he attends. He wore this otherworldly jumpsuit designed by friend and collaborator Iris Van Herpen.
In 2022, the theme was 'In America: A Lexicon of Fashion,' with the dress code 'gilded glamor.' Supermodel Gigi Hadid's red Versace ensemble was as voluminous as it was glamorous, featuring a skintight latex jumpsuit under an enormous silk puffer jacket.
However, the show-stopper at the 2022 Met Gala was Blake Lively. The dress code was 'Gilded Glamour' and she really delivered. She arrived in a shimmering copper gown that featured a large bow tied around the hips. The carpet was cleared for her as the bow was undone and revealed a totally different look with a long blue train.
Rihanna and ASAP Rocky slayed the Met Gala carpet in 2023. Rihanna wore a dramatic white Maison Valentino gown with an ivory top of silk roses that covered her torso and head. As the couple climbed the stairs, she lowered the top to reveal her significant baby bump.
At least two different stars took an interesting approach to the theme and chose to honor Lagerfeld's beloved cat, Choupette. Jared Leto donned an incredibly accurate costume, while Doja Cat wore a dazzling hooded gown with cat ears. She even used prosthetics to give herself feline facial features.
Monáe arrived wearing this unusual twist on the classic Chanel tweed jacket designed by Thom Browne. She went for a shocking transformation when she removed the jacket to reveal a sheer dress in the style of a hoop skirt with nothing but a black bikini underneath.
Puerto Rican star Bad Bunny is never afraid to push the boundaries of fashion. He honored Lagerfeld in this all-white tweed suit designed by Jacquemus, making it his own with a rose shawl that trailed behind him.
Lily Collins nailed the 2023 dress code, 'In honor of Karl.' She wore this Vera Wang gown in Lagerfeld's signature colors with his name printed on the train
The Met Gala, formerly the Costume Institute Gala, is one of the most popular see-or-be-seen events of the year. With all of the biggest names in attendance, everyone gets together to "ooh" and "ahh" at the creativity involved in each star's attire. However, the Met Gala hasn't always looked like it does today, and the fashion has been getting bigger and better throughout the years. Quite literally.
In 2023, the event was dedicated to the memory of legendary Chanel designer Karl Lagerfeld, with celebs showing up in their finest Chanel-inspired couture for the theme 'Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty.' The theme for this year's event, held on Monday, May 6, is 'Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.' Confirmed attendees include Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Zendaya, Rihanna, Madonna, and Bab Bunny, so the pink carpet is sure to see some fascinating fashion creations. The dress code is 'The Garden of Time.'
While we count down the minutes, click through the gallery to walk down memory lane and explore the Met Galas of the past.
The evolution of Met Gala style through the years
The world's most stylish celebs in the world are preparing for this year's theme
FASHION Retrospective
The Met Gala, formerly the Costume Institute Gala, is one of the most popular see-or-be-seen events of the year. With all of the biggest names in attendance, everyone gets together to "ooh" and "ahh" at the creativity involved in each star's attire. However, the Met Gala hasn't always looked like it does today, and the fashion has been getting bigger and better throughout the years. Quite literally.
In 2023, the event was dedicated to the memory of legendary Chanel designer Karl Lagerfeld, with celebs showing up in their finest Chanel-inspired couture for the theme 'Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty.' The theme for this year's event, held on Monday, May 6, is 'Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.' Confirmed attendees include Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Zendaya, Rihanna, Madonna, and Bab Bunny, so the pink carpet is sure to see some fascinating fashion creations. The dress code is 'The Garden of Time.'
While we count down the minutes, click through the gallery to walk down memory lane and explore the Met Galas of the past.