Hollywood stars were out in force for fashion’s biggest night of the year at the Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on Monday night.
Kim Kardashian turned into Marilyn Monroe in Hollywood for the glamorous event. Kim wore the iconic $5 million dress she wore in 1962 in order to wish President John F. Kennedy happy birthday.
The 41-year old billionaire, who arrived in the gown after weeks of speculations, was dressed in the famous dress with platinum blonde hair.
Kim shared with boyfriend that Kim had to lose 16 lbs to be able to wear her dress on the red carpet. Kim also said she would forgo sugar for 3 weeks.
Blake Lively, who opted for a rose-colored gown that could be transformed into a blue gown, was stunning while Cardi B shined in a gold gown and statement gloves.
Marilyn, the legend: Marilyn wearing the gown that Jean-Louis modeled from a Bob Mackie sketch. Photo taken on May 19, 1962 at the Happy Birthday Mr. president party in NYC.
Kim, along with Marilyn, was the only one to have worn the dress for 40 years.
This is Marilyn Monroe’s gown. It is sixty years old. The idea came to me to take it off and wear it. The gloves and guards were armed. The garment didn’t suit me when I tried it. On the red carpet, she stated that I needed to lose 16 pounds.
“I was determined… It …’ she said that she didn’t eat carbs or sugar for 3 weeks, and dyed her hair blonde.
Fans speculated for weeks that Kim would wear Marilyn Monroe’s $5 million dress she wore to sing Happy Birthday Mr. president to John F. Kennedy on his 45th Birthday, May 19,1962.
Bob Mackie sketched the dress for Jean-Louis. The translucent gown has over 6,000 clear crystals.
Marilyn paid $1440 for the piece, and her estate later sold it for more than one million dollars in 1999. Vogue reports that Marilyn bought it for $1,440.
It went through another change when Ripley’s Believe It Or Not acquired it in 2016.
According to the outlet, it sits on a muslin-covered dress form in the museum at a controlled temperature between 68 and 50 degrees Celsius with 40-50% humidity.
Fans believed she would wear the dress after she left Ripley’s in Orlando last month.
She revealed during the premiere of The Kardashians that she might not be able to go to the event because the dress is too tight.
Kim spoke with Vogue about the inspiration for the Met Gala in last autumn.
Moment: Kim Kardashian was transformed into Marilyn Monroe, the movie star from the 1960s. She arrived at the event in Marilyn Monroe’s $5million gown that she wore in 1962 for President John F. Kennedy’s birthday. Her boyfriend Pete Davidson was also present.
“After the September gala last year, I had an idea. The Balenciaga style was my inspiration for American themes. I wondered what I would have done if that had not been the case. Which American theme is your favorite? Marilyn Monroe is the most American theme, she told Vogue.
The moment Marilyn Monroe sang “Happy Birthday” was the best. It was this look that I remember.
Although today, everyone is wearing sheer dresses now, that wasn’t the case back in those days. It’s the original naked gown. She explained to the magazine that this is why it’s so surprising.
A mother of four, the mom revealed that she dyed her blonde hair platinum one day before. It took 14 hours.
Kim was introduced to Ripley’s by Julien’s Auctions owner. Kim also said that she loves auctions and has several JFK items.
Kim had the opportunity to test a copy of the dress before she was granted permission by the museum to lend it to her. Next, the original gown was flown from Florida to California for Kim to wear.
The dress: For weeks, fans speculated that Kim was going to wear Marilyn Monroe’s $5 million gown she wore when she sang Happy Birthday Mr. President to John F. Kennedy for his 45th birthday on May 19,1962; Marilyn and JFK pictured on Mary 19, 1962 in New York City at his birthday party
Wow: Last month, she was photographed leaving Ripley’s Museum in Orlando where the dress is housed, leading fans to believe she was going to wear it
After the dress arrived with guards, she tried it on with gloves for the first time – and it did not fit.
“I thought that she was very curvy. In places she was larger, I thought I would be smaller. She said that she cried when the dress didn’t work for her, “because it cannot be changed at all.”
Kim was forced to lose weight or change her clothes, but she said that it wasn’t important.
While running on the treadmill she was on a strictly restricted diet. Additionally, she was wearing a sauna costume twice daily.
Couple: Kim and Pete Davidson arrived together on the red carpet.
Lovebirds: Marilyn wore the same white fur jacket over her gown as Marilyn for that iconic 1962 moment.
A page out of history: The dress was based on a sketch by Bob Mackie for the costume designer Jean-Louis; the translucent gown features over 6,000 crystals
History: In an interview with Vogue , Kim told the magazine that the idea came last fall at last year’s Met Gala
Dedication: A mother of four said she made her raven hair platinum one day earlier, which took fourteen hours.
Impressive: She went on a strict diet of no carbs and no sugar while running on the treadmill and wearing a sauna suit twice a day, adding that she didn’t starve herself but was just strict
After a month, the woman tried on her dress in Orlando. She was happy with how it fitted: “I wanted to weep tears of joy when it came up.”
Kim took the gown inside the museum’s small fitting room and explained that it was a copy of the dress she had made once she got up the steps. This helped to reduce any potential damage to the delicate garment.
Blake Lively, who was accompanied by Ryan Reynolds on the red carpet of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Upper East Side neighborhood in New York City, looked elegant.
Blake transformed her pink dress into a blue one after she had three gentlemen help her remove the bow from her waist. This revealed a gorgeous sea blue skirt and train.
Kim is seen here wearing her iconic gown at the top. Kim then swapped it for a replica during the bash due to its fragile nature.
Incredible: Blake Lively looked regal as she glided down the red carpet with husband Ryan Reynolds at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in the Upper East Side neighborhood
Magical! Blake transformed her pink-colored dress into a blue one after three gentlemen removed the bow from her waist. This revealed a gorgeous sea blue skirt.
Blake spoke on the red carpet about how the inspiration for Blake’s gown and jewelry stemmed from New York City architecture.
Blake took a step up to the Museum and stopped for three men to untie her waist. She was wearing an icy blue skirt and glittery symbols.
The amazing transformation that took place in the middle of the staircase saw her pink gloves turn blue and then gold.
This stunning gown was worn by the former Gossip girl star.
Blake spoke on the red carpet about the design of her dress. She said it was inspired by New York City architecture as well as classic buildings.
Blake stated that he didn’t look to fashion for inspiration, but New York City architecture and the iconic buildings. This constellation is Grand Central Station. This is Empire State building. Statue of Liberty’s draping and the crown with seven tiers. This Statue of Liberty statue has seven sunrays that represent the sun, and seven more which are the oceans and continents. It also represents freedom and welcome-ness. This is Lorraine, and I feel like it’s a Wikipedia page. [Schwartz]Put 25 stones on the bottom.
Pink! Blake looked stunning in this form-fitting gown with a rose gold bow, and the train featured a bold rose gold bow.
Then blue! Then she changed the color to blue!
Gigi Hadid chose a burgundy look that featured latex bottoms with a corset and voluminous jacket; Gigi paired the futuristic look with crimson lips and a dimensional bun.
Hailey Bieber arrived wearing a silky white gown with a feathered duster coat, adding tights and black heels; The 25-year-old model wore her brunette hair pulled back with neutral makeup.
Vanessa Hudgens looked stunning in a black sheer gown with intricate lace detailing along her torso, train and thigh. The actress was wearing matching underwear underneath the dress.
Ex-Disney star, she paired the bold dress with statement heels and diamond earrings.
Joining her on the sheer black dress trend were stars Maude Apatow, Joan Smalls and Phoebe Dynevor.
WOW factor: Blake’s dress had gold details along the train. It was a stunning touch of sparkle to the pink color.
Blake is eye-catching as he poses on the red carpet, with his blue undershirt still visible beneath the pink skirt
It was magic, just like that! With a snap of her fingers, Blake’s bow was untied to unveil the blue and gold skirt and train
After her dramatic transformation on the red carpet, Blake is now dressed in glamour and heading up the steps to the venue
Red Hot: Gigi Hadid chose a burgundy look with latex bottoms, a corset, and a voluminous coat.
Arrival: Gigi teamed the futuristic look she wore with crimson lips, a dimensional bun and crimson lipsticks
Unusual: Kylie Jenner wore an Off White dress with a texture skirt and a bold headpiece.
Dramatic: Kendall Jenner wore a black dress featuring an epic train but decided to rock unique makeup featuring a no eyebrow look
Kendall Jenner chose to blonden her eyebrows for an eye-catching makeup look
Met Gala debut! Kourtney and Travis Barker were married at the Met Gala.
Debut: Khloe Kardashian wore a black-and-gold gown to her Met Gala debut
Sunshine! Kris Jenner chose to wear a yellow-silver number, with gloves and a handbag made of chainlink.
Bella Hadid, the Belle of The Ball: Bella Hadid donned a leather corset and patterned tights with pearl accents.
Amazing: Hailey Bieber arrived in a white silky gown, with a feathered duster jacket and tights. She also wore black heels.
Take a picture: This 25-year old model took a photo of herself with her blonde hair pulled back and neutral makeup.
Fashion! Vanessa looked stunning in an entirely black, sheer gown with intricate lace detailing along her torso. The actress’ matching bottoms were visible underneath the dress.
Breathtaking: The former Disney star posed for dramatic photos in the incredible gown, which was completely sheer
Sheer delight! The actress’ undergarments was visible beneath the gown
Elegant: Kerry Washington chose a sheer black gown and added statement sheer gloves
Icon: Kate Moss (L) chose a black gown with tights and matching heels, opting for an elegant understated look while Irina Shayk (R) chose a suit made out of leather
Statement: Sarah Jessica Parker donned a bold striped dress and an eye-catching cap to the Met Gala
Kaia Gerber was dressed in a sheer silver gown, with fringed and cut out accents down the torso. Her long curly hair featured bejeweled detail along the crown.
After Austin Butler, 30 had walked with Priscilla Presley’s red carpet walk, the model posed together with Austin Butler. Austin will be starring in the upcoming Elvis Presley biopic.
Kaia Gerber, silver siren, wore a shimmery silver dress with fringed beading along the torso and cut out accents.
Kaia wore long, curly hair with bejewelled detailing at the crown of her skull
Mesmerized Kaia is pictured with Austin Butler, her boyfriend
Glittering Kaia (age 20) and Austin (30), seen cuddling on the red-carpet
Many consider the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Benefit (also known as the Met Gala) to be the “Super Bowl of celebrity red carpets.”
Fashion’s largest night takes place on the first Monday of May. It raises money for New York City’s Costume Institute. Last year, the event was moved to September because of the pandemic.
The dress code for this year is “gilded glamorous” to go with the theme of “In America, An Anthology of Fashion,” a continuation of the last year’s “In America. A Lexicon of Fashion.”
Glowing: Sophie Turner, in a pregnant pose with Joe Jonas, cradles her stomach while taking a photo of herself
Beautiful: Sophie is pregnant with her second child, and chose to wear a black and silver number
The iconic Janelle Monae, in a silver-and-black gown that featured matching hair cuffs and a cover for her hair, whereas Gemma Chan was dressed in an identical hued gown but with a slightly different silhouette
Bold: Emily Ratajkowski opted for a bold beaded piece with accents of gold foil.
Chic: Claire Danes, husband Hugh Dancy, wore a yellow sheer gown and a headpiece on the red carpet.
Sydney Sweeney had so much fun. She twirled her skirt on the carpet to have a little fun
Elegant: Miranda Kerry, a bride in a white gown, posed with Evan Spiegel
Bold: Olympian Chloe Kim chose to wear a red-and-white gown with textured detailing
Star power: Tessa Thompson chooses a bold, voluminous pink gown and dramatic makeup.
An occasion for the family: Anna Wintour arrived dressed in boldly feathered gown and crown, while Bee Shaffer chose sheer black lace. Francesco Carrozzini posed for Bee with his husband.
Amazing: Tommy Dorfman chose to wear a dress made of latex with gloves
Rachel Smith arrived on Monday, the Met Gala’s red carpet for Fashion’s Biggest Night of the Year early.
Fierce. Lala Anthony chose a burgundy top to highlight her toned legs
WOW factor: Vanessa and Lala also posed on the same carpet together
Amazing: Emma Chamberlain (YouTube sensation) opted for a combination of a skirt-and-crop top
Their way! Joe Jonas, and Sophie Turner (pregnant) were seen leaving The Mark on the way to the event.
Anna Wintour is fashion’s queen. She was seen leaving Mark Hotel with a feathered dress and a crown.
Tickets for the glitzy event can reportedly cost up to $35,000 apiece, while prices for a table range from $200,000 to $300,000, with last year’s bash raking in a whopping $16.4 million for the Met’s Costume Institute.
This time around, Regina King, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are the hosts. Lin-Manuel Miranda is taking over. Timothée Chalamet, Billie Eilish, Amanda Gorman and Naomi Osaka.
Miranda is Miranda’s first Met Gala cochair and guest, but originally he had been scheduled to be the 2020 edition’s co-host before the pandemic.
Anna Wintour (Vogue editor in chief) is back as the chairwoman of this benefit, which she has been doing since 1995. Designer Tom Ford and Instagram’s head Adam Mosseri are her honorary cochairs.
The gala’s sartorial theme is, as usual, based on the exhibition the gala opens: “In America: An Anthology of Fashion”, which is the second part of Andrew Bolton’s show that explores the origins of American fashion.
This exhibit will showcase some lesser-known designers, and also some top film directors, including Sofia Coppola, Martin Scorsese, host King, and last year’s Oscar winner Chloé Zhao.
Bolton claimed that eight directors were creating what he called “cinematic vignettes” in the American Wing museum’s period rooms.
The September event will have 400 attendees this year. This is lower than pre-pandemic peak attendance of 600-600.
Bright: Lisa Love wore a vibrant floral top with bold lips and sunglasses.
Hamish Bowles is dapper. He opted to wear a traditional suit and added custom loafers.
The others are Ford, the famous fashion designer, who is also an accomplished film director. Janicza Bravo, Julie Dash, and Autumn de Wilde, (who directed Emma, Jane Austen’s adaptation). She is also a photographer.
The Anna Wintour Costume Center’s first and second parts of this exhibition will both remain open until September 5.
Over half of the exhibition pieces will be rotated, and there will also be garments made by other designers.
Met Gala makes a lot of money for the museum and is the Costume Institute’s main source funding.
BLAKE LIVELY’S MET GALA LOOKS OVER THE YEARS
Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds and Regina King will host this year’s Met Gala celebration in New York City.
The Costume Institute Gala theme this year is In America. An Anthology of Fashion. The New York Times recommends guests wear dresses inspired by the Gilded Age. Big skirts and corsets are the key.
Anna Wintour, editor of Vogue magazine; Adam Mosseri (head of Instagram); and Tom Ford (high-end fashion designer, best known for his time at Gucci, and now a director).
Lively, who has attended the event nine times since her 2008 debut, is not a stranger. Take a look back at some of her most glamorous speeches from the past years.
2008 – RALPH LAUREN
Gossip Girls actress on Gossip was seen in a black, strapless gown. Ralph LaurenThe bottom of her legs was covered in feathers. She added black gloves and diamond jewels to the ensemble. The blonde highlights of her hair were slicked back, and the makeup was light. Superheroes Fashion And Fantasy was the theme.
2008 – RALPH LAUREN
2009 – VERSACE
In a deep royal blue gown, the siren reaffirmed her sex appeal. VersaceWith a high cut that highlighted her toned legs and narrow straps, she made the most her body. For added drama, her blonde hair was cut short and had a glowing tan. She looked ready to dance in gold strappy heels. The Model as Muse: Embodying Fashion was the theme.
2009 – VERSACE
2010 – MARCHESA
She was again in royal blue but the dress she wore was quite short and ended just below her waistline, which revealed her long, slender legs. It was the MarchesaOne side of the dress had a wide, embellished strap. The cuff bracelet was large and she slicked her hair. She also added diamond earrings to the look. They were nude pumps and the heels were black. American Woman: Fashioning a National Identity was the theme.
2010 – MARCHESA
2011 – CHANEL
Lively was a princess in metallic and nude floor length Chanel The gown had a sheer, long piece of fabric running down the front. In Rita Hayworth style, her strawberry-colored hair was combed down with soft curls. Strappy, nude heels were added. Alexander McQueen’s theme was Savage Beauty.
2011 – CHANEL
2013 – GUCCI
Blake was a star in this strapless, pale blue dress with black feathers beneath the hips. It also featured a train and raven-black bottom. It was created by Gucci. She pulled her hair back, and kept her makeup shiny for an elegant appearance. The theme for the evening was “PUNK: Chaos to Couture”.
2013 – GUCCI
2014. – GUCCI
Los Angeles native, Angelina Lopez, wore an elegant blush pink dress from Old Hollywood. Gucci This had a plunging neckline with a criss-crossed front. It also had a mermaid look and a large train. A long, slender piece of fabric fell from her back. Her blonde hair looked Veronica Lake-style, with soft curls and a split to the side. Her large ruby rings matched her long, dramatic earrings. Charles James was the theme: Beyond Fashion.
2014. – GUCCI
2016. BURBRY
The Age Of Adaline star looked elegant in a strapless pink light pink dress BurberryHer hair was styled in a stylish ponytail with long earrings, red floral accents, and long earrings. Although the star was pregnant at that time, she didn’t look like it. Manus x Machina was the theme: Fashion in an Age Of Technology.
2016. BURBRY
2017. VERSACE
Lively looked great in gold, as her low-cut shimmery gown stood out. VersaceIt was long sleeves and fitted her hips well. The blue feathered-mermaid finish also matched her earrings. She added bronzed make-up to her hair, and again she pulled her hair back. The theme was Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garçons: Art of the In-Between.
2017. VERSACE
2018 – VERSACE
The Hollywood actress took a bold turn as she donned deep maroon and bright gold. Her VersaceShe added an angelic look to her gown by adding a beaded train. The theme was Heavenly Bodies: Fashion & The Catholic Imagination.
2018 – VERSACE