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Met Gala 2026: Stars Embrace 'Costume Art' Theme With Bold Red Carpet Looks

When it comes to the Met Gala, subtle just isn't a word any of Us can use to describe the evening's dress code.

Celebrities came ready to hit the iconic Metropolitan Museum of Art steps in New York City on Monday, May 4, making more than a few daring fashion statements while putting their own spin on this year's "Costume Art" theme.

The A-list attendees turned the red carpet into a runway of unforgettable style moments with their bold and show-stopping looks at the star-studded event.

Keep scrolling to see the 2026 Met Gala arrivals:



 Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum
Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum


Lauren Sánchez Bezos



Lauren Sánchez Bezos flaunted her curves in a navy blue Schiaparelli gown featuring pearl-and-diamond straps.





 Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum
Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum


Anna Wintour



Anna Wintour opted for a teal-and-black Chanel embroidered gown and feathered jacket paired with dark sunglasses.





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La La Anthony



La La Anthony was a vision in custom Wiederhoeft that was a vintage, wood-like masterpiece with diamond embellishments paired with Lorraine Scheartz jewelry.





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Cara Delevingne



Cara Delevingne commanded the room in a Ralph Lauren black halter dress featuring a sheer back and cascading train.





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Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images


Zuri Hall



Zuri Hall looked luxurious in a renaissance-esque Kim Kassas Couture gown paired with Moanolo Blahnik pumps.





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Emma Chamberlain



Emma Chamberlain wowed in a Mugler turtleneck number that drew inspiration from a watercolor Van Gogh painting.





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Julian Hamilton/Getty Images Julian Hamilton/Getty Images


Ashley Graham



Ashley Graham turned to Dimitra Petsa of Di Petsa to deliver a memorable look, using the Greek designer's "Serpent Skin" dress as a starting point for her nude-mesh gown.





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This story was originally published May 4, 2026 at 1:55 PM.

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