✨The Met Gala has officially kicked off, with stars like Zendaya, Bad Bunny, Rebecca Hall, Nicola Couglan, and Jennifer Lopez already making their way up the green tie-dye (?) stairs.
This means we need to start what we love doing the most: judge the night’s best, weirdest, worst, most unusual, and theme-appropriate looks. Continue reading for all the details on the theme, who’s attending, and what your favorite celebrities wore.
What was the theme of the Met Gala 2024?
The Costume Institute’s current exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art is titled “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.” However, the dress code and overarching theme for this year’s Met Gala is Garden of Time.
Where is the Met Gala held?
The Met Gala takes place every year at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, serving as a showcase for the biggest names in fashion to display their most daring outfits.
Best Dressed Met Gala 2024
Expect to see a mix of historical fashion, florals, and nature-inspired elements on the red carpet. Some stars will nail it with spot-on, creative outfits, while others might play it safe and miss the mark.
Cardi B in Giambattista Valli
Cardi B was among the last to grace the red carpet, but her arrival in a voluminous, layered gown drew an audible gasp from the Cut Style team; it was definitely worth the wait.
Gigi Hadid in Thom Browne
Gigi Hadid stunned in Thom Browne at the Met Gala. This Gigi Hadid Met Gala look ticks all the boxes for what a Met Gala outfit should be: it’s perfectly on theme, cutting-edge, and visually striking on the red carpet, yet it remains flattering and faithful to Gigi’s personal style. Good job, Gigi and Thom Browne!
Jennifer Lopez in custom Schiaparelli haute couture
Jennifer Lopez dazzled in a custom Schiaparelli haute couture ensemble. This look epitomizes J.Lo at her finest: it’s sexy, glamorous, and adorned with rhinestones. She appears more fashion-forward than in previous years, with the addition of structured shoulders and a subtle, sophisticated glam.
Zendaya in Maison Margiela couture
Zendaya’s look was inspired by John Galliano’s SS99 couture. The Challengers’ star turned heads in a sculptural tulle gown by John Galliano, complemented by a feather fascinator and gothic-inspired makeup. She looked stunning (as always) but the headpiece was distinctly reminiscent of Carrie Bradshaw.
Doja Cat in Vetements
Earlier today, the singer arrived at the famous Mark Hotel clad solely in a plastic bag, making a dramatic statement. Later, for the red carpet, she transitioned into a wet T-shirt dress by Vetements. Her ensemble was further enhanced with glitter tears, bold black eyeliner, and a bleach-blonde pixie cut, adding even more edge to her unconventional look.
Worst Dressed Met Gala 2024
Jordan Roth in custom Valentino
Jordan Roth in custom Valentino brought a head-to-toe floral ensemble that, while undeniably campy, was also quite weird.
Rita Ora in Marni
For a nude illusion to work on the Met Gala red carpet, it needs to be perfect, and unfortunately, this outfit misses the mark. The bodysuit’s color doesn’t quite match, and the dress itself doesn’t flow properly.
Jessica Serfaty Michel
Jessica Serfaty Michel took a very literal approach to the garden theme with a cape fully embroidered with flowers. However, the neon colors might not be doing her any favors in this instance.
Rebecca Hall in a Gray Gown
Hall’s strapless Danielle Frankel gown was crafted from silk organza and featured a watercolor print. Additionally, flowers were painted on Hall’s arms, complementing her sheer gloves.
Spot-on Met Gala Looks Per the Theme
Nicki Minaj in Marni
This structural floral dress from Marni, prominently featured in the exhibition, stands out with its vivid colors. Nicki Minaj’s styling choices really bring the piece to life.
Amelia Gray in Undercover
After making a splash at Paris Fashion Week last year, this glow-in-the-dark dress was widely anticipated to appear on the Met Gala red carpet. A version of this captivating design is showcased in the exhibition as well, capturing the essence of the sleeping beauty theme perfectly.