Imagine a night when the biggest celebrities of Hollywood come together under the same roof to celebrate the grandiosity of fashion. Surprisingly enough, a night like this does exist and it is known as the Met Gala 2024! The Met Gala 2024 is a night where the best of celebrities come together, adorned in diamonds, wearing the best of couture, and serving over-the-top looks.
This is precisely why the 2024 Met Gala has broken the Internet and along with that, all the records. This year, we got to see some stars wearing dramatic ball gowns, setting the trends for the next year and redefining fashion. However, as goes in most glamorous events, even in the Met Gala 2024 certain looks just could not make the cut. Some of our favorite celebrities could not do justice to the red carpet. On the other hand, some of them presented outfits that were like a breath of fresh air.
The Met Gala 2024 came along with not just a spoonful but a bucket full of controversies and it is time to decode them one by one by taking a look at the best-dressed celebrities at the Met Gala 2024. However, what is the fun of hurrying so much? Before taking a look at the best-dressed celebrities at this year’s Met Gala, we must understand what the Met Gala is all about and why it is referred to as the biggest fashion night of the year!
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What is the Met Gala 2024?
The Met Gala is an annual charity event meant to benefit the Costume Institute of the Metropolitan Museum of Art also known as the Met, New York City. The date of the event is decided based on the opening of the institute’s annual exhibition. This is an exclusive invite-only event which is also called fashion’s biggest night. The biggest celebrities and designers from around the globe grace this event with their presence and dress up according to the theme. The intrigue of the event is also maintained due to a No Phone Policy. This policy ensures that the mystique around the event stays intact and people remain curious.
The theme for the Met Gala 2024 was called Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion. The theme focuses on the reawakening of the buried fashion trends in the past using sensory elements to incite emotions. Alluring, right?
Now that you and the Met gala are done getting to know each other, let’s go ahead and get a glimpse of the best-dressed celebrities who managed to capture the hearts of the entire world while also breaking the Internet and creating history.
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Zendaya – The Queen of the Red Carpet
Zendaya is known to be a trendsetter. It is unimaginable that Zendaya is about to grace an event and there would be no excitement about what she’s going to be wearing! Zendaya’s fans had long been waiting to witness her grand appearance at the Met Gala 2024. And it would not be wrong to say that Zendaya did more than just make an entry, she stole the entire show.
The first outfit worn by Zendaya was by John Galliano, a deep blue and dark green striped gown. Three hours after her first appearance, she was seen wearing a dramatic black gown with a beautiful headpiece containing a bouquet of roses. But it did not just end there, after the event started, Zendaya went inside and changed into her third look which was a sleeveless gown with a very low neckline.
Kim Kardashian – Was A Bit Uncomfortable
Kim always likes to make statements at the Met Gala, and this year, she did the same. When she arrived, she was wearing a steel silver gown designed by Maison Margiela, along with a super tight corset that snatched her waist like never before. This dress made the entire red carpet lights sparkle. However, one thing most people didn’t know was that something different was happening behind the scenes.
Later, Kim confessed that the corset was so tight she could hardly breathe. She was very uncomfortable during the event. Despite this discomfort, she was able to do her signature walk very well and kept her glamorous appearance all night long.
Lana Del Rey – A Real-Life Fairytale
Her Met Gala 2024 look was no exception – it was a dream work of art. This artist’s look was designed by Alexander McQueen and was nature, romance, and historical sophistication-inspired. The sheer flowing fabric made her look like a ghostly princess from an old fairy tale. She also wore a veil covered with delicate tree branches to complete her look, giving her an otherworldly and lovely appearance.
Bad Bunny – The Fashion Risk-Taker
Bad Bunny is always at the forefront of fashion, and his Met Gala 2024 appearance was no exception. This time, he abandoned the classic tuxedo and wore a futuristic silver ensemble designed by Maison Margiela. His appearance was edgy, surprising, and original, just like him. The outfit had sharp and structured elements, providing a sci-fi feel. His confidence made it even more perfect, which is why everyone enjoyed it a lot.
Who Was the Best Dressed
We got to see many iconic looks at the Met Gala 2024, unlike some of the previous seasons. Zendaya ruled the red carpet tremendously well. Along with her, we saw Lana Del Rey’s gothic fairy tale vibes. At the same time, Bad Bunny also proved that men’s fashion can be just as bold as women’s fashion.
According to you, who was the best-dressed star of the night? You can share your thoughts by commenting. And now, since 2025 has also started, we look forward to the jaw-dropping fashion moments at the Met Gala 2025!
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the theme for the Met Gala 2024?
The theme that was followed at the Met Gala 2024 was “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion”
Who won the Met Gala in 2024?
Mona Patel, an Indian fashion entrepreneur, won the Met Gala 2024.
What is the 2025 Met Gala theme?
The theme for the upcoming Met Gala 2025 is “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style”