Top 10 Best Met Gala Looks 2024

Over the years, supermodel Gigi Hadid has dominated the red carpet of many Met Galas, and this year was no different. Styled by Mimi Cuttrell, Hadid bloomed on the green carpet in a Thom Browne white off-the-shoulder gown with a corseted bodice and ruffled skirt tipped in black satin. The Italian garden-inspired design featured 2.8 million micro bugle beads, handmade 3D yellow rosettes, and green thorn appliqués, which reportedly required a 70+ person team over 13,500 hours to complete. The expertly crafted piece was undoubtedly one of the most eye-popping gowns of the night. Hadid’s retro curls and red lip completed the classic look.

Eiza González radiated fairy princess elegance in a custom Del Core blush and ivory organza dress inspired by Mexico’s state flower, the Vanilla Orchid. The pretty in pink color palette gave the flowing “peeling orchid gown” a rose and cream ombre effect which went perfectly with the Gala’s forest decor. González complemented the overall ethereal floral ensemble with dewy makeup and a braided romantic half-updo with curls adorned in white flower petals. She accessorized with a bluish-green Cartier necklace, matching ring, and earrings. Unlike some restrictive get-ups, the actress actually looked comfortable in the airy fabric, and that’s everything.

From her first Met Gala in 2022 to countless film premieres and events, Sydney Sweeney has proven she’s a style icon. For her third time ascending the Met steps, the actress wore a light blue Miu Miu tulle gown with floral embroidery. Sweeney’s arrival had everyone doing a double take as she debuted a jet-black bob with bangs in place of her usual long blonde locks. The temporary ‘do, courtesy of hairstylist Glen Oropeza, and black leather opera gloves added some edge to her Cinderella serve. A dusting of all-over body glitter made the look all the more magical.

One of the biggest fashion surprises of the night came from Mindy Kaling, who arrived wearing a show-stopping number by designer Gaurav Gupta. She delivered an over-the-top chic look in a beige organza architectural dress, fittingly named “The Melting Flower of Time.” Kaling’s whimsical combination of “garden” and “time,” featured a swirling detachable cape and long train modeled after a wilting flower. Gupta adorned the fabric in lines of crystal beads for a subtle sparkle, accentuated by minimal jewelry. Kaling’s sleek bob and subtle make-up really let this work of art shine.

The 2024 Met Gala saw endless ethereal looks gracing the carpet. But one major standout was Alia Bhatt, who worked with stylist Anaita Shroff Adajania to create an Indian-inspired take on this year’s theme, “The Garden of Time.” The actress turned heads in a mint-green custom Sabyasachi sari hand-embroidered with sequins, tassels, and rare gemstones. The immaculate creation took about 1,965 hours to craft and really brought the drama with a flowing 23-foot-long train with floral detailing. Bhatt dazzled in her beautifully bejeweled bralette and gorgeous Sabyasachi Accessories jewels, proving that even though it’s only her second Met Gala, she is clearly a pro.

As a performer, Tyla isn’t afraid to go all in on an unconventional look. Making her Met debut, the South African singer wowed in a shimmering, strapless “sands of time”-inspired creation designed by Balmain’s creative director Olivier Rousteing. The figure-hugging gown, made from a plaster mold of Tyla’s body, is truly one-of-a-kind. In an Instagram post, the brand detailed the unique appliqué process of pressing three different shades of sand and micro crystal studs onto fabric. She accessorized with a chain-dripping manicure and a Balmain hourglass clutch. Due to the fragile structure and cascading organza train, Tyla needed some assistance ascending the steps. Worth it!

If anyone wasn’t familiar with Mona Patel before, they are now after this year’s Met Gala. The entrepreneur and philanthropist arrived in a jaw-dropping Iris Van Herpen nude-toned gown with gold accents styled by Law Roach. The exquisite mechanical dress almost broke the internet with its butterfly-shaped corset and delicate fluttering butterflies down the arms. Van Herpen, a designer known for an “alien aesthetic,” ensured Patel made a memorable first impression as a Gala goddess donning this innovative creation. With its scalloped train and intricate details, this ensemble looked stunning from all angles.

Given how the night’s theme links to the Met’s own “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” exhibition, it’s only right that Sleeping Beauty herself made a magical appearance. The “Maleficent” star hit the green-tinged carpet in a custom Balmain dress that gave ice princess vibes. The off-the-shoulder design featured two crystal birds attached to each side as if in her own fairytale. Fanning’s sheer frosted frock proved to be a light-catching masterpiece under the lights along with her Cartier jewelry . It wasn’t the easiest gown to navigate on the sprawling Met steps, but clearly Fanning was willing to make the sacrifice for fashion.