Here’s a clear, up-to-date guide for the Met Gala 2026:
That’s a wrap on this year’s Met Gala red carpet—and Vogue’s 2026 Met Gala best dressed list is here.
Tonight, top stars ascended the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, and their theatrical looks gave fashion spectators plenty to discuss—not to mention delight in. Unsurprisingly, the best dressed (and most memorable) of the evening all centered around attendees who closely considered both the 2026 theme—“Costume Art,” exploring the centrality of the dressed body) and dress code—dubbed, appropriately, ”Fashion is Art.”
Many of the winning ensembles this year were intentional designs, exploring similar motifs that can be found within the new Costume Institute exhibition inside the Met—including plenty of garments that put major focus on silhouette, and enhancing (or concealing) the form underneath. The Met, after all, is not just a night for playing dress-up. Rather, it’s a prime opportunity for powerful storytelling, not to mention subverting expectations too.
Below, read on for Vogue’s best dressed stars at the 2026 Met Gala. Plus, be sure to vote on your very favorite look, to see who readers crowned the ultimate most-stylish of the night.
Theme
The theme for Met Gala 2026 is “Fantasy & Fabric: A Century of Costume Innovation”.
Attendees are expected to interpret it through bold, avant-garde designs, blending historical references with futuristic touches.
Expect dramatic silhouettes, inventive materials, and theatrical styling—think haute couture meets storytelling.
How to Watch
The Met Gala is traditionally an invite-only red carpet event, but you can catch it through several channels:
Live Coverage & Streams
Major fashion outlets like Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and FashionTV provide live red carpet coverage.
Social media platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube often have live updates and behind-the-scenes clips.
Television
Some networks, including E! and ABC, air highlights or post-event coverage.
Post-Event Videos
Vogue’s official YouTube channel usually posts full recaps and interviews within 24–48 hours.
Ticket Price
Met Gala tickets are extremely expensive and sold only to top-tier celebrities, fashion designers, and benefactors.
Estimated cost: $50,000 to $350,000 per seat, depending on sponsorship and table arrangements.
There’s no general public ticket sales—attending requires a formal invitation and often a contribution to the Met Costume Institute.
Extra Tips
Dress Code: Interpret the theme creatively but elegantly; the Gala is as much about art as fashion.
Social Media: Follow @metmuseum and #MetGala2026 for live updates.
Coverage Timing: Red carpet coverage usually starts a few hours before the official dinner (typically early May).
