It’s the first Monday in May, so you already know the Met Gala is on and popping, Roomies. Some of the biggest stars didn’t come to play! They came through serving looks that ate down and left no crumbs. This year’s theme is “Costume Art,” with a “Fashion Is Art” dress code that treats the body like a canvas. And listen, some of your faves really did that — they proved they’re the masterpiece and the moment! Keep scrolling to see some of the best-dressed celebrities at the 2026 Met Gala.
Doja Cat Said, “Art?” Count Her In!
Doja Cat pulled up early and made sure she commanded the room and had all eyes on her as she hit the steps. She turned heads in a full nude look — no pun intended — rocking a latex Saint Laurent dress with an extreme thigh-high slit, paired with sky-high platform heels. The singer kept everything on theme, styling her hair in blonde wavy tresses and finishing it off with soft glam and a sharp winged eyeliner that could cut.
Nia Long Came Through Serving ’90s Fine
Nia Long had all eyes on her when she pulled up to the 2026 Met Gala. She had the fans saying, “She is the art!” as she posed in a black velvet strapless bustier dress. Nia leaned all the way into the ’90s fine aesthetic, pinning her hair up, going with soft makeup, and topping it off with a dramatic emerald choker that pulled the whole look together.
Janelle Monáe Lit Up The Met Gala With An Electrifying Look
Janelle Monáe brought the spark to the Met Gala carpet with an electrifying look. The singer pulled up in a custom Christian Siriano dress paired with Rainbow K jewelry. She rocked a gown made from real electrical cables and wiring. Janelle let the look do the talking, styling her hair in a sleek side-part bob and adding butterfly details to finish it off.
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Angela Bassett Camae Through Serving Pretty In Pink
Angela Bassett gave “pretty in pink” a whole new meaning when she pulled up to the 2026 Met Gala. The award-winning actress stepped out in a custom Prabal Gurung dress with a bustier-style top and a sparkling thigh-high slit. She kept the glam going with diamond accents, rocking dangling earrings and a blinged-out clutch.
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Rihanna Had The Met Gala Feeling Like RihGala
Rihanna didn’t serve at the Met Gala, she slayed! Rih came through in a custom sculptural Maison Margiela look by Glenn Martens. She drew inspiration straight from the label’s Artisanal 2025 collection, with Jahleel Weaver styling the whole moment. Rih rocked a hand-sculpted gown made from duchess woven silk and recycled metal threads.
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Beyoncé Came Through & Shut DOWN The Met Gala
The Bey Hive has been waiting patiently for Beyoncé to make her highly anticipated return to the Met Gala, and baby, she didn’t just show up — she stepped in and shut the carpet down! Serving as one of the event’s co-chairs, the singer pulled up in a diamond-encrusted Olivier Rousteing look topped with a crown fit or a queen. And that wasn’t all! Bey’s ensemble also included a dramatic floor-length fur and a sweeping train that hit the floor with every step she took.
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The Carters Take Over The Met Gala
Beyoncé didn’t come to the Met Gala alone. She came with not one, but two plus one’s. Bey pulled up with Jay-Z and Blue Ivy, turning fashion’s biggest night into a whole family affair. Jay-Z was suited up, while Blue Ivy looked gorgeous in a full white outfit with a dress and matching jacket.
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Hailey Bieber Made The Met HER Moment!
Hailey Bieber didn’t just arrive at the Met Gala, she turned the event into HER moment! The Rhode beauty founder arrived wearing a gilded breastplate top with a bright royal blue skirt. To let her look do all the talking, Hailey styled her hair in a slick back bun and added chunky gold earrings.
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SZA Radiated With Style
SZA made a bold statement on the Met Gala red carpet, stepping out in a bright yellow look that turned heads. She gave full butterfly energy, rocking a dress with wings strapped to her hands. And she didn’t stop there — she topped it off with a jeweled floral headpiece.
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Serena Williams Served In Full Metallic Glam
Serena Williams didn’t just arrived at the Met Gala. she owned it. The tennis champion looked stunning in a silver metallic dress that featured dramatic accents. She completed her look with strappy ankle that wrapped around her thighs.
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Sabrina Carpenter Channeled Old Hollywood Glam
Sabrina Carpenter popped out serving old Hollywood glam in a Christian Dior look, rocking pieces inspired by Audrey Hepburn’s 1954 film, ‘Sabrina.’
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Kylie Jenner Went Full Chic & Free
Kylie Jenner served in a sculptural dress designed by Schiaparelli featuring precise shaping, with a faux nipple corset and a voluminous skirt underneath.
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Coco Jones Was A Literal “Work Of Art!”
Coco Jones was a work of art at the Met Gala, wearing a dark sheer, strapless Prabal Gurung dress that featured a dramatic train. She let her dress own the moment by styling her hair in soft loose waves and adding sultry glam.
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Teyana Taylor Had All Eyes On Her
Teyana Taylor literally had all eyes on her when she came through striking a serious pose on the Met Gala. The actress wore a silver fringe Tom Ford gown with a matching fringed headdress that draped over half of her face.
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Kendall Jenner
Kendall Jenner looked stunning for the Met Gala in a Zac Posen gown that featured a fitted bodice with a draped shoulder and a dramatic train.
