Met Gala 2026 Red Carpet LIVE Updates| Anne Hathaway Arrives In Hand-painted Gown, Ejae Stuns In Silver Ensemble

Anne Hathaway graced the Met Gala 2026 red carpet in a hand-painted Michael Kors gown with shimmering Roger Vivier sandals. Hathaway’s custom black silk-and-wool mikado strapless gown featured a cascade skirt, with hand-painted motifs by artist Peter McGough.

The painting on the back of the skirt was inspired by Eirene, the Greek goddess of peace.

K-Pop Demon Hunter’s Ejae made a stunning Met Gala debut. She perfectly understood the theme which is “Costume Is Art” (with a “Fashion Is Art” dress code).

EJAE who has been donning golden outfits at every events and award shows, opted for silver costume as she arrived on the red carpet wearing a sculptural silver gown with a high neck, beaded details, and matching hair embellishments.

Heidi Klum turned herself into a living statue as she attended the 2026 Met Gala Celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It was one of the most unique looks at the Met Gala 2026.

Designed by Mike Marino, the look was inspired by classical works like the Veiled Christ by Giuseppe Sammartino and the Veiled Vestal by Raffaele Monti as latex and spandex have been used to make Klum's costume, which looked like it was carved from stone.

Filmmaker Karan Johar made a grand Met Gala debut in a costume inspired by Raja Ravi Varma, designed by ace fashion designer Manish Malhotra and styled by Eka Lakhani. The hand-painted ensemble has zardozi borders, three-dimensional pillars, lotuses and swans, and a hand-painted jacket lining. Karan shared the pictures of his Met Gala look on Instagram and wrote, "Raja Ravi Varma gave India its most enduring images of itself," and added, "The artisans who built this ensemble gave those images new life. And I get to wear that. That feels very much like me, the person who has always believed that how you tell a story matters as much as the story itself."

The motifs have been hand painted by a team of artisans who spent 5,600 hours over 86 days to make it.

Singer Katy Perry has yet again turned heads with her Met Gala red carpet, look. She was in a Stella McCartney outfit that came with a white satin gown with a train. The fabric was “woven in forest-friendly viscose and repurposed from surplus Italian tailoring fabrics,” according to a release.

The main highlight of Perry’s look was her chrome-painted mask. On the carpet, she removed the mask for pics.

Connor, following the Met Gala 2026 dress code: "Fashion is Art", made his Met Gala debut in a black Saint Laurent outfit with slacks and a black-and-white polka-dot turtleneck top. He completed his look with a pair of black dress shoes. For the accessories, he wore a Tiffany & Co. brooch embellished with a red center stone and minimal matching jewels pinned to the neckline of his top.

Venus Williams arrived as a co-chair and delivered one of the night’s most personal looks. She wore a curve-hugging black crystal gown by Swarovski, paired with a striking pearl-detailed neckpiece that echoed the theme beautifully.

What made it stand out was the inspiration. The look was based on her own portrait, created by Robert Pruitt, which blends realism with Afrocentric, almost fantastical elements. Instead of just referencing art, Williams essentially brought her own artwork to life on the carpet making it feel both intentional and deeply personal.

Lauren Sánchez arrived early at the Met Gala 2026 in a custom Schiaparelli gown, posing solo on the red carpet without Jeff Bezos. The couple, who are serving as honorary chairs and sponsors this year, have been facing backlash in recent weeks, with criticism around their involvement in the event and speculation of a possible boycott.

While Bezos wasn’t seen on the carpet, it’s likely he may join her inside. Sánchez’s look, reportedly inspired by Sargent’s Madame X, added a classic art reference to the night, even as the conversation around their presence continues off the carpet.

Anna Wintour kept it classic with a twist at the Met Gala 2026, stepping out in a turquoise feathered jacket layered over an embroidered gown by Chanel. The look stayed true to her signature style structured, polished, and instantly recognisable. She paired it with her usual bob, oversized sunglasses, a statement necklace, and black stilettos. As always, Wintour didn’t stray too far from what works for her, but the feathered detail added just enough drama for the night.

Luke Evans showed up in full character at the Met Gala 2026, leaning into a provocative, all-leather outfit inspired by Tom of Finland. The look felt theatrical and unapologetic, fitting right into the “Costume Art” theme.

Currently performing as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in a revival of The Rocky Horror Show in New York, Evans seems to be carrying that same energy onto the red carpet. The outfit had a clear stage influence dramatic, a little risky, and very deliberate.

Isha Ambani made a striking return to the Met Gala in a custom saree by Gaurav Gupta, leaning fully into the “Fashion is Art” theme. The look was rooted in Indian craftsmanship, with her blouse alone featuring over 1,800 carats of diamonds and precious stones. Created by around 40 artisans, the piece brought together heirloom diamonds from Nita Ambani’s collection, along with emeralds and polki. Styled by Anaita Shroff Adajania, the overall look felt rich in detail but still sharp on the carpet traditional at its core, but made for a global stage.

Doja Cat leaned fully into the theme with a look that felt part sculpture, part fashion. She wore a draped, nude-toned gown by Saint Laurent that, at first glance, looked almost like plastic. Turns out, it was silicone giving it that glossy, second-skin finish. The toga-style silhouette, complete with a thigh-high slit and gold detailing at the shoulders, pulled from ancient Greek references inside the Metropolitan Museum of Art itself. Styled with platform heels and soft waves, the look felt futuristic but rooted in art.

Cara Delevingne played it deceptively safe at first glance in a black halter-neck gown by Ralph Lauren, with illusion-mesh cap sleeves and a clean, sculpted silhouette. But then she turned. The mesh extended into a completely sheer back, detailed with an embroidered peacock that did all the talking. It’s the kind of switch-up she’s known for, controlled from the front, risky at the back. The look also quietly nods to Rooney Mara’s 2011 Vogue shoot in Ralph Lauren, swapping dragon embroidery for something more fluid and theatrical.

Making her Met Gala debut, Sunday Rose stepped onto the carpet in a soft pink Dior look that kept things simple and youthful. Attending alongside her mother Nicole Kidman, the moment felt personal more than performative. While Kidman went full drama, Sunday Rose’s look stayed understated, offering a quieter contrast on the carpet—and marking a low-key but memorable first appearance at fashion’s biggest night.

Nicole Kidman arrived in custom Chanel, wearing a deep red sequinned gown with feather detailing that leaned fully into the night’s art-meets-fashion theme. Styled by Jason Bolden, the look felt dramatic but controlled very much in her lane. She paired it with an archival Omega “Manhattan” watch from 1982, adding a vintage touch to the overall look. As one of the evening’s co-chairs, she showed up exactly how you’d expect polished, theatrical, and completely in sync with the theme.

Emma Chamberlain is switching things up for her sixth Met Gala appearance, leaning into a look she describes as more intentional and art-driven. Speaking to Vogue ahead of the event, she said she’s taken a calmer approach this year, skipping the usual pre-Met chaos to focus on rest.

“I’m taking it really seriously in a way that I haven’t in the past,” she said.

She also returns as Vogue’s red carpet correspondent, stepping into the role with what she calls her most personal Met Gala look yet.

This year’s exhibit puts fashion right next to fine art, literally. Think a Saint Laurent look displayed beside Van Gogh’s Irises, or a John Galliano design for Maison Margiela paired with an antique sculpture. The idea is to show how clothes can hold the same kind of meaning and emotion as classic artworks. By placing them together, the exhibit blurs the line between fashion and art, making you look at garments not just as outfits, but as pieces with their own story and presence.