The tables are set, the cameras are waiting and some of today’s most stylish cultural figures are ascending the steps of New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art. Fashion’s big night out, the Met Gala, is officially underway.
This year's theme is "Costume Art," which aims to "celebrate fashion as an art form," according to the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Met Costume Institute.
Each year, stars across film, television, fashion, music and more step out in their most striking looks on the gala red carpet, and this year is no exception.
With a dress code of "Fashion is Art," the night is delivering bold interpretations and risk-taking style.
Continue below for the best looks from the 2026 Met Gala
Sunday Rose Kidman Urban and Nicole Kidman
Sunday Rose Kidman Urban and Nicole Kidman attend the 2026 Met Gala celebrating 'Costume Art' at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, May 4, 2026 in New York City.
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Venus Williams
Venus Williams attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating 'Costume Art' at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, May 4, 2026 in New York City.
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Emma Chamberlain
Emma Chamberlain attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, May 4, 2026 in New York City.
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Anna Wintour
Anna Wintour attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating 'Costume Art' at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, May 4, 2026 in New York City.
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Ashley Graham
Ashley Graham attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, May 4, 2026 in New York City.
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Cara Delevingne
Cara Delevingne attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, May 4, 2026 in New York City.
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La La Anthony
La La Anthony attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating 'Costume Art' at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, May 4, 2026 in New York City.
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Chase Sui Wonders
Chase Sui Wonders attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating 'Costume Art' at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, May 4, 2026 in New York City.
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Bill Skarsgård
Bill Sarsgaard attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating 'Costume Art' at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, May 4, 2026 in New York City.
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Claire Foy
Claire Foy attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating 'Costume Art' at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, May 4, 2026 in New York City.
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Sam Smith
Sam Smith attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating 'Costume Art' at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, May 4, 2026 in New York City.
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Naomi Osaka
Naomi Osaka attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating 'Costume Art' at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, May 4, 2026 in New York City.
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Zoë Kravitz
Zoe Kravitz attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating 'Costume Art' at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, May 4, 2026 in New York City.
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Charli xcx
Charli xcx attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating 'Costume Art' at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, May 4, 2026 in New York City.
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Doja Cat
Doja Cat attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating 'Costume Art' at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, May 4, 2026 in New York City.
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Tyriq Withers
Tyriq Withers attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating 'Costume Art' at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, May 4, 2026 in New York City.
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Gwendoline Christie
Gwendoline Christie attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating 'Costume Art' at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, May 4, 2026 in New York City.
