At the Met Gala 2024, the stars aligned on the green carpet, showcasing an array of imaginative and garden-inspired ensembles that captured the essence of this year’s theme, “The Garden of Time.”
While Miranda Priestly of “The Devil Wears Prada” might have raised an eyebrow at the theme’s lack of novelty, it certainly didn’t deter celebrities from embracing the challenge and adorning themselves in floral finery.
Drawing inspiration from JG Ballard’s short story of the same name, A-listers interpreted the dress code with flair, exploring themes of nature, history, and the passage of time.
Here’s a glimpse of all 22 captivating outfits from the evening:
Camila Cabello: Braving the elements with a block of ice adorned with a rose, Cabello stunned in a Ludovic de Saint Sernin gown embellished with 250,000 crystals.
Ayo Edebiri and Dan Levy: Keeping it subtle yet striking, Edebiri and Levy sported outfits that bloomed from the waist down, creating an illusion of floral growth.
Demi Moore: Dressed in a velvet gown adorned with vintage wallpaper peonies, Moore epitomized elegance with a touch of whimsy.
Lana Del Rey: Making a grand return to the Met Gala, Del Rey dazzled in a corseted silk dress paired with a headpiece adorned with natural hawthorn branches.
Lea Michele: Radiant in a Rodarte turquoise gown, Michele celebrated her pregnancy while embodying the spirit of spring.
Nicki Minaj: Bedecked in a vibrant Marni mini-dress adorned with 3D metal flowers, Minaj exuded colorful charisma.
Bad Bunny: Embracing a Renaissance-inspired look, Bad Bunny donned a custom Maison Margiela suit complemented by a floral bouquet.
Amanda Seyfried: Shimmering in a metallic gown with flower appliques, Seyfried captivated with her platinum hair and gemstone headpiece.
Lil Nas X: Making a statement in a white suit adorned with sparkly silver sequins, Lil Nas X added a touch of floral flair with a single white rose.
Rebecca Ferguson: Paying homage to nature’s avian inhabitants, Ferguson stunned in a Thom Browne gown adorned with black ravens.
Sydney Sweeney: Dazzling in a powder blue Miu Miu gown with black flower stems, Sweeney showcased a new aesthetic that seamlessly blended elegance with whimsy.
Doja Cat: Making a splash with a soaking wet white oversized T-shirt, Doja Cat embraced the unpredictability of nature with her unconventional attire.
Josh O’Connor: Stealing the show with floral motifs on his custom Loewe shoes, O’Connor radiated sophistication in his avant-garde ensemble.
Tyla: Making her Met Gala debut in a dress made of sand by Balmain, Tyla embodied the sands of time with her innovative attire.
Uma Thurman: Channeling the beauty of butterflies, Thurman wowed in a Thom Browne gown adorned with 3D butterflies, paying tribute to these majestic creatures.
Adwoa Aboah: Confirming her pregnancy in style, Aboah donned a red H&M skirt with a matching ruffled crop top, radiating natural beauty with minimal makeup.
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo: Teaming up for a memorable red carpet appearance, Grande and Erivo showcased their individual styles with grace and elegance.
Gigi Hadid: Captivating in a flowing white Thom Browne gown adorned with a pattern of yellow roses, Hadid epitomized timeless beauty and grace.
Gwendoline Christie: Commanding attention in a striking red dress with a black sheer striped cape by Maison Margiela, Christie captivated with her theatrical ensemble.
Cardi B: Defying convention with her bespoke black gown by Chinese designer Windowsen, Cardi B proved that boldness knows no bounds on the Met Gala red carpet.
Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan: Making their red carpet debut as a couple, Carpenter and Keoghan exuded charm and sophistication in their coordinated ensembles.
Zendaya: Embracing the spirit of metamorphosis, Zendaya stunned in two breathtaking outfits, each showcasing her unique style and creativity. From a royal blue and emerald green dress embellished with fruit tree-inspired embellishments to a black gown paired with an elaborate bouquet of flowers, Zendaya proved once again why she’s a fashion icon.
These 22 outfits exemplify the creativity and ingenuity of the stars as they embraced the garden-inspired theme of the Met Gala 2024, proving that fashion truly knows no bounds when it comes to artistic expression.
