21 Best Met Gala Looks of All Time
21 Best Met Gala Looks!!
On the first Monday of May each year, the biggest night of fashion takes place.
With each year, the outlook of the event gets bolder and bigger, and this year’s Met Ball is no exception.
Celebrities get the chance to go all out in style during the Met Gala each year.
And for this list, we will be taking a look at some of the Best Met Gala Looks of All Time.
Quick Overview
Here’s a quick look at some of the Best Met Gala Looks of All Time.
| S.N | Worn by | Gala Year | Theme |
| 21. | Kim Kardashian | 2018 | Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and Catholic Imagination |
| 20. | Iman | 1981 | The 18th Century Woman |
| 19. | Lady Diana | 1996 | Christian Dior |
| 18. | Jennifer Lopez | 2015 | China: Through a Looking Glass |
| 17. | Beyoncé | 2014 | Charles James: Beyond Fashion |
| 16. | Kylie and Kendall Jenner | 2019 | Camp: Notes on Fashion |
| 15. | Anne Hathaway | 2015 | China: Through a Looking Glass |
| 14. | Katy Perry | 2018 | Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and Catholic Imagination |
| 13. | Kim Kardashian | 2015 | China: Through a Looking Glass |
| 12. | Cher | 1985 | Costumes of Royal India |
| 11. | Nicole Kidman | 2016 | Manus X Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology |
| 10. | Emma Watson | 2016 | Manus X Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology |
| 9. | Blake Lively | 2018 | Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination |
| 8. | Suki Waterhouse | 2014 | Charles James: Beyond Fashion |
| 7. | Billie Eilish | 2021 | In America: A Lexicon of Fashion |
| 6. | Kendall Jenner | 2021 | In America: A Lexicon of Fashion |
| 5. | Zoe Saldana | 2016 | Manus X Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology |
| 4. | Bella Hadid | 2018 | Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination |
| 3. | Rihanna | 2015 | China: Through a Looking Glass |
| 2. | Tessa Thompson | 2021 | In America: A Lexicon of Fashion |
| 1. | Yara Shahidi | 2021 | In America: A Lexicon of Fashion |
21. Kim Kardashian
Year: 2018
Theme: “Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination”
Sporting a stunning gold Versace dress, Kim Kardashian stepped out on the Met Gala red carpet.
The gold dress had subtle cross details on it, sticking to the theme of that year’s met ball.
However, Kim’s get-up almost gave off a 90s supermodel vibes with her pulled-back ponytail.
20. Iman
Year: 1981
Theme: “The 18th Century Woman.”
Iman attended the 1981 Met Gala in a beautiful chocolate brown, off-the-shoulder dress.
It was further complemented by a gold-plated body chain.
She attended the event with the man Calvin Klein himself, but she took all the attention to herself in the gorgeous outfit that she had adorned.
19. Lady Diana
Year: 1996
Theme: “Christian Dior”
The evergreen royal beauty Princess D graced the Met Gala red carpet in 1996, dressed in a stunning Dior slip dress.
Her stunning yet simple dress was complemented with a heavy diamond-studded choker.
This navy dress with lace trims is often considered a key piece in fashion history.
18. Jennifer Lopez
Year: 2015
Theme: “China: Through a Looking Glass”
J Lo flaunted her bodacious curves at the 2015 Met Gala in a stunning Versace dress.
Likewise, the red Ombré dress featured a sequin dragon design which helped enhance her curves.
For her hair, however, she kept it simple strands with fiery eye shadows.
17. Beyoncé
Year: 2014
Theme: “Charles James: Beyond Fashion”
As always, Beyoncé appeared clad in a Givenchy Dress.
This time it was a sheer black beaded frock with a see-through frock that showed off her famous curves.
A birdcage headpiece, dark chandelier earrings, and burgundy lipstick all completed the pop star’s vintage noir look.
16. Kylie and Kendall Jenner
Year: 2019
Theme: “Camp: Notes on Fashion”
At the 2019 Met Gala, the Jenner Duos were one of the most buzz-worthy duos.
Sporting brightly colored feather gowns to the event, the sisters made quite the dramatic entrance.
Their feathered and crystal-embellished outfits almost gave out Cinderella and her Evil Sister vibes.
15. Anne Hathaway
Year: 2015
Theme: “China: Through a Looking Glass”
Anne Hathaway came dressed as a golden angel to the 2015 iteration of the Met Ball.
Similarly, the metallic dress boasted a hood as well, which radiated some major Star Wars vibes.
Although other celebrities with sheer gowns, sexy cutouts, and more dominated the scene, Hathaway’s simple golden hooded dress still took the cake.
14. Katy Perry
Year: 2018
Theme: “Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and Catholic Imagination”
Katy Perry literally stole the wings of an Angel for the 2018 event.
Her thigh-high gold boots and shiny golden dress gave off all the angelic and celestial vibes.
Katy even got into character when she took a moment to get into a prayer pose at the steps of the Met Gala.
13. Kim Kardashian
Year: 2015
Theme: ” China Through a Looking Glass”
At the 2015 Met Gala, Kim Kardashian sported a slick white-feathered Cavalli gown which almost caused traffic on the steps.
The sparkling gown was complemented by Kim’s slick pony, minimal jewelry, and of course, Kanye West on the side.
12. Cher
Year: 1985
Theme: “Costumes of Royal India”
One of the all-time great fashion icons, Cher was and is still known for her bold and courageous takes on the world of fashion.
She attended the 1985 Met Gala with designer Bob Mackie.
Cher showed skin in a bedazzled black unitard along with the 80s lavender smokey eyes.
11. Nicole Kidman
Year: 2016
Theme: “Manus X Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology”
Nicole Kidman wore Alexander McQueen to the red carpet of the 2016 Met Gala, looking like an absolute Queen herself.
The actress wore an ethereal crown with jewels and a braided updo.
Similarly, her embellished cape was also fascinated with beaded moons and stars.
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10. Emma Watson
Year: 2016
Theme: “Manus X Machina: Fashion In An Age of Technology”
For her Monday night at the Gala in 2016, Emma wore an amazing black gown that was literally made out of trash.
The fabrics used for the gown were all woven from recycled plastics by Calvin Klein.
Pants, Trains, a white top with minimalistic jewelry, and of course, her gorgeous appearance turned many heads at the Met.
9. Blake Lively
Year: 2018
Theme: “Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination”
Blake Lively literally took a bus to the Gala when she turned heads in her Burberry dress with a Watteau train.
The gold threads stitched into the designs greatly accompanied the overall mermaid-like look.
Her brimming grandeur was complimented by a towering gold headdress.
8. Suki Waterhouse
Year: 2014
Theme: “Charles James: Beyond Fashion”
This English model turned numerous heads in her fairytale pink frilly dress from Burberry.
Further, she paired the strapless dress with a harsh red lipstick which only intensified her overall look.
Her relaxed updo and sparkling earrings further complimented her lovely shoulders.
7. Billie Eilish
Year: 2021
Theme: “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion”
One of the major head turners of the 2021 iteration of the Met Ball has to be Billie Eilish.
The Grammy Award-winning artist sported an all-peach gown from Oscar de La Renta.
She brought Marilyn Monroe vibes to the event, looking like an all-out princess.
6. Kendall Jenner
Year: 2021
Theme: “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion”
Kendall Jenner channeled out her inner Audrey Hepburn at the 2021 Met Ball.
Looking stunning in a sparkling Givenchy gown, Jenner turned almost every head at the event.
The gown was further bedazzled with numerous sparkling jewels all over the chiffon.
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5. Zoe Saldana
Year: 2016
Theme: “Manus X Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology”
Zoe Saldana literally flocked her way to the 2016 event.
Saldana boasted a feathered Dolce and Gabbana dress with Christian Louboutin heels that completed her bold look.
However, it was the camera flashes that made the feathery designs even more noticeable.
4. Bella Hadid
Year: 2018
Theme: “Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination”
The highlighted and lightly bronzed model stepped out to the Gala in an all-black ensemble.
Her gold-trimmed veil, latex top, and arched leather jacket all channeled gothic motifs following a darker take on that year’s theme.
Her subtle cat eye, golden pink lipstick, and golden cross all rounded off her look.
3. Rihanna
Year: 2015
Theme: “China: Through the Looking Glass”
Only those with Rihanna‘s unique style sense and passion for cultural significance were able to take off in their incredible dresses without hesitation in all layers of fabric and fur.
The gown, with its massive train, dazzled the crowds and fellow celebs.
The canary yellow and fur-trimmed design featured a cape with waves of embroidered florals indigenous to ancient Chinese culture and fabrics.
2. Tessa Thompson
Year: 2021
Theme: “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion”
Tessa Thompson had perhaps one of the most awe-inspiring looks of Met Gala 2021.
The actress wore her ‘Syntopia’ dress beautifully accustomed with her crimson eyes and jet black talons.
And to top it off, a sculptural cowboy hat crafted from braids followed by an updo in the shape of a horseshoe.
1. Yara Shahidi
Year: 2021
Theme: “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion”
Yara Shahidi graced the 2021 Met Gala in an elegant 1920s look inspired by Jazz Age entertainer and civil rights activist Josephine Baker.
Her Dior dress was an all-beige, strapless, beaded, floor-length dress paired with matching gloves and a skinny satin belt.
She also sported Baker’s famous kiss-curl hairstyle and wore a striking diamond necklace and a similar diamond motif.
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