"Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion" of The Met Gala 2024, held under the theme "A Garden in Time," transported attendees and fashion enthusiasts alike to a world where the past meets present in a mesmerizing display of creativity and innovation. Inspired by the exhibit's theme, "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion," celebrities and designers embraced the challenge of reinventing classic styles and breathing new life into timeless aesthetics. From ethereal ensembles to bold statements, the red carpet was a showcase of sartorial excellence and artistic vision in Los Angeles hosted by the non-profit Gold House.
The Met Gala 2024 was a celebration of fashion as art, where creativity, imagination, and innovation converged on the red carpet. From ethereal garden nymphs to futuristic fairy tale fantasies, attendees embraced the theme of "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion" with unparalleled style and flair. As the night unfolded, it became clear that fashion truly has the power to transport us to new worlds and awaken our senses to the beauty that surrounds us, both past and present. Let's explore the stunning fashion looks of all the celebrities:
ALIA BA|HATT
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Alia Bhatt made a stunning appearance in a custom Sabyasachi saree. The saree, featuring intricate floral embroidery, was a celebration of Indian craftsmanship, taking over 1,965 hours to create with the help of 163 artisans. Alia's look, which marked her second appearance at the event, was complemented by a 23-foot-long train embellished with glass beads and semi-precious gemstones, perfectly aligning with the event's "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion" theme
TYLA
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Tyla wore a unique Balmain gown designed by Olivier Rousteing. The dress, crafted entirely from sand, was sculpted to fit her body perfectly and embodied the theme "The Sands of Time." With a form-fitting silhouette and a long train, the gown made a dramatic statement on the red carpet. Due to its weight and intricate design, Tyla was elegantly carried up the Met Gala steps by a team of handlers.
IRINA SHAYK
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Irina Shayk made a striking impression with her dazzling outfit. She wore a custom silver gown adorned with 84,000 Swarovski crystals, which gave her a radiant and shimmering presence on the red carpet. The theme for this year's gala was "The Garden of Time," inspired by the exhibition "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion," and Shayk's gown interpreted this theme by resembling a flower of crystals
DUA LIPA
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Dua Lipa wore a striking ensemble designed by Marc Jacobs. Her look featured a shredded satin top layered over a nude corset, paired with a patchwork lace, see-through sarong. The outfit was adorned with dangling crystal strands, adding a shimmering effect as she moved. She completed her bold look with polka-dot opera gloves, a black feathered boa, and Marc Jacobs' signature platform Kiki boots with stunning pieces from Tiffany & Co., including a diamond pendant necklace, pear-shaped earrings, and an oversized diamond ring.
ZENDAYA
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Zendaya made a spectacular comeback after a five-year hiatus, showcasing three stunning outfits throughout the Met Gala evening. She started with a dramatic blue gown by Maison Margiela Artisanal, designed by John Galliano. This gown featured towering feather fascinators and hyperrealistic grape embellishments, inspiration from Dior Spring 1999.
ELLE FANNING
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Elle Fanning mesmerized attendees with her ethereal Balmain gown, designed with an ice theme. Inspired by the Met Gala's "The Garden of Time" and "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion" exhibition, the dress paid homage to her role as Princess Aurora. The gown, made from translucent material, featured an off-the-shoulder neckline and a mermaid silhouette. Intricate crystal "birds" adorned the shoulders, giving the impression that she was enveloped in ice.
DEMI MOORE
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Demi Moore wore a dramatic black column gown designed by Harris Reed, adorned with pink-and-white floral designs and a distinctive heart-shaped, spiked bodice. Crafted from vintage archival wallpaper, the gown required an astonishing 11,000 hours of embroidery. This elaborate creation symbolized Moore as a blooming flower, with the thorns representing nature's beauty and strength. She completed her ensemble with a necklace from Cartier's newest high jewelry collection, Nature Sauvage, featuring ten carats of sparkling diamonds.
KIM KARDASHIAN
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Kim Kardashian came with the striking look by Maison Margiela. She wore a sheer, silver gown featuring a metallic floral print top and a lace train adorned with floral embroidery. The dress, designed by John Galliano, was cinched at the waist with a silver corset, accentuating her famous curves. Her outfit was complemented with platinum blonde hair styled in loose waves and opted for subtle makeup. To add an element of surprise, she initially covered her top half with a gray sweater, which she later removed to reveal the full glamour of her ensemble.
KENDALL JENNER
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Kendall Jenner dazzled in a never-before-worn archival Givenchy couture gown designed by Alexander McQueen for the Fall 1999 collection. The nude and black tulle dress featured intricate waist cutouts and was embellished with over 100,000 black and brass beads and sequins. Preserved in pristine condition for 25 years, the gown fit her perfectly without any alterations. Kendall expressed her honor in wearing such a historic piece, referring to it as a "sleeping beauty."
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