When the Met Gala rolls around, everyone knows they’re in store for a night of breathtaking and outlandish looks. Known as “fashion’s biggest night,” it’s an annual night that leaves everyone wanting to snag a lavish ballgown of their own. Ever since the 1940s, the event has been held nearly every year with a unique theme that makes stars think outside the box with their apparel. This year, despite it being another topsy-turvy year, we’re finally getting some semblance of normalcy and some spectacular costumes.
With any red carpet event, celebrities have a knack for understanding the assignment and coming to dazzle. This year was no different, with many of our favorite stars truly embodying the theme. There have been some eccentric themes in the past like “Fashion in an Age of Technology” and the 2018 theme “Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination” — who could forget Blake Lively’s red Versace gown? But the 2022 continued theme of “In America: An Anthology of Fashion,” with a special emphasis on “gilded glamour,” seemed rather tame compared to others at first glance — until the ensembles came out.
From glittering gowns to shocking accessories, this Met Gala had some of the best outfits we’ve ever seen. Check out who was the best dressed at the 2022 Met Gala below!
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Blake Lively
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Yet again, one of the Queens of the Met Gala arrived in a dress that made our jaws drop. Blake Lively turned heads in this metallic, colorful Versace gown that truly embodies the “Gilded Glamour” theme.
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Maude Apatow
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. Euphoria star Maude Apatow channeled Old Hollywood glamour in this sheer black dress from Miu Miu.
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Chloe Kim
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. Olympic Gold medalist Chloe Kim turned heads in this red-feathered Peter Do gown.
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Kacey Musgraves
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Kacey Musgraves wowed in this sparkling custom Moschino dress!
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Vanessa Hudgens
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. Vanessa Hudgens wowed in this sheer black Moschino gown that’s giving us regal vibes!
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Anna Wintour
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. Anna Wintour arrived at the 2022 Met Gala looking like royalty in this custom Chanel Haute Couture and matching tiara.
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La La Anthony
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. La La Anthony arrived looking like a dream in this maroon-colored gown by Laquan Smith and bedazzled fascinator.
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Emma Chamberlain
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. YouTube star Emma Chamberlain arrived in a stunning two-toned Louis Vuitton ensemble with a gilded crown.
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Kaia Gerber
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Supermodel Kaia Gerber stunned in this glittering sheer gown from Alexander McQueen, topped with curled hair that reminds us of a Disney princess.
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Janelle Monae
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Janelle Monae arrived in a dazzling gown topped with jewels all over.
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Camila Mendes & Alexandre Mattiussi
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Camila Mendes and Alexandre Mattiussi look amazing on the red carpet with the Riverdale star rocking a shimmering gold gown.
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Amber Valletta
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. Amber Valletta looks amazing in this structured gold gown at the Met Gala.
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Mindy Kaling
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. Mindy Kaling looks ethereal in this flowing purple dress from Prabal Gurung.
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Camila Cabello
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. Camila Cabello looks angelic in this floral white gown from Prabal Gurung.
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Michelle Yeoh
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. Michelle Yeoh made her Met Gala debut in this green Prabal Gurung gown.
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Sarah Jessica Parker
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Sarah Jessica Parker dazzled in this dramatic monochromatic gown from Christopher John Rogers and a matching headdress.
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Megan Thee Stallion
Image Credit: Charles Sykes/Invision/AP. Megan Thee Stallion truly embodied the theme this year with a shining Moschino dress.
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Cynthia Erivo
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Cynthia Erivo stole the show in this unique Louis Vuitton ensemble.
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Rachel Brosnahan
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Rachel Brosnahan arrived in this glittering gold gown that we’ll dream about for years to come.
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Glenn Close
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Glenn Close wowed the crowd in this hot pink Valentino ensemble.
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Carey Mulligan
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Promising Young Woman star Carey Mulligan stunned in this gold and black metallic Schiaparelli dress.
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Karlie Kloss
Image Credit: Charles Sykes/Invision/AP. Karlie Kloss looks like a goddess in this skin-tight, sheer black dress.
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Alicia Keys
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. Alicia Keys glittered like the night sky (literally) in this Ralph Lauren gown.
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Winnie Harlow
Winnie Harlow embodied the 2022 theme in this Iris Van Herpen look with a unique headpiece.
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Billie Eilish
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Billie Eilish truly understood the assignment and wowed the crowd in this Gucci dress.
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Sabrina Carpenter
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Sabrina Carpenter literally turned heads when she arrived in this sparkling ensemble from Paco Rabanne that’s fit for a princess.
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Jodie Turner-Smith
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. Jodie Turner-Smith stunned in this sparkling custom Gucci outfit.
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Ariana DeBose
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. Oscar-winning actress Ariana DeBose looked regal in this black and gold Moschino gown.
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Claire Danes
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Claire Danes stunned in this delicate beige gown.
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Nicola Coughlan
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan stole the shoe yet again in this spectacular black and pink gown.
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Kate Moss
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. Kate Moss looks like a gorgeous film noir character in this velvet Saint Laurent look.
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Tessa Thompson
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. As always, Tessa Thompson came dressed to impress. For the 2022 Met Gala, she wowed in this baby pink tulle gown.
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Cardi B
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Cardi B looks like a goddess in this golden Versace dress.
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Khloé Kardashian
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Khloé Kardashian stunned in this glittering gold gown with black silk sleeves.
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Kim Kardashian & Pete Davidson
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson are one of the best-dressed couples of the night, with Kardashian wearing the Marilyn Monroe dress.
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Olivia Rodrigo
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Olivia Rodrigo looks like a fairytale in this custom Versace dress.
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Kendall Jenner
Image Credit: Anthony Behar/Sipa USA)(Sipa via AP Images. Kendall Jenner changed things up this Met Gala, rocking a gothic Prada ballgown.
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Lily James
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Lily James dazzled in this beaded Versace dress.
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Donatella Versace
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. Donatella Versace looked amazing in this blue and gold dress.
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Lizzo
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Lizzo turned heads when she arrived in this fantastical black and gold ensemble from Thom Browne. Plus, we love that she brought a matching flute! Iconic.
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Kerry Washington
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Kerry Washington stunned in this sheer black Tory Burch gown.
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Gwen Stefani
Image Credit: Anthony Behar/Sipa USA)(Sipa via AP Images. While this may not fit the theme exactly, we’re obsessed with Gwen Stefani’s dramatic neon gown.
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Danai Gurira
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Marvel star Danai Gurira looked incredible in this royal blue gown from Head Of State.
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Alexa Chung
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Alexa Chung truly looked like the theme in this enchantin silk Christian Siriano dress.
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Gabrielle Union
Image Credit: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP. Gabrielle Union enchanted the crowd in this sparkling silver gown from Versace.
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Hillary Rodham Clinton
Image Credit: Anthony Behar/Sipa USA)(Sipa via AP Images. Hillary Rodham Clinton did her own spin on this theme, wearing a Joseph Altuzarra with the names of historic women sewn throughout.
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Lila Moss
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. Like her mama Kate Moss, Lila Moss came and wowed the crowd in this sheer Burberry dress.
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Chloë Grace Moretz
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. Chloë Grace Moretz understood the assignment. She looked mystifying in this shining Louis Vuitton ensemble.
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Chloe Fineman
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. Actress Chloe Fineman dazzled in this Miss Sohee AW22 gown.
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Maisie Williams
Image Credit: Christopher Polk for Variety. Game of Thrones alum Maisie Williams looked gorgeous in this monochromatic dress from Thom Browne. Can we talk about her Betty Boop inspired hair and makeup? We’re obsessed.
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