Met Gala 2023—one of the most widely-anticipated fashion events of the year— saw some of the biggest global icons walk down the crimson carpet in extravagant outfits, paying tribute to late designer Karl Lagerfeld’s timeless design aesthetics. The invitation-only fundraiser for the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art reportedly saw a turnout of 400 guests this year.
Here are our top picks:
Pedro Pascal: Pedro Pascal, the newest daddy on the block, turned heads at the Met Gala 2023 in a crimson red trench coat paired with black shorts, a matching red shirt, a black tie, and boots, making a bold and memorable statement.
Shai Gilgious-Alexander: NBA player Shai looked dapper in a Thome Brown suit.
Olivier Rousteing: The creative director of Balmain looked stunning in a Black outfit. He also carried the iconic Karl Who? tote bag.
Conan Gray: Conan Gray stayed true to the theme at the Met Gala 2023, opting for a black and white ensemble and accessorizing with a fan for a touch of flair to his look, proving that he’s a force to be reckoned with in the fashion world at just 24 years old.
Jeremy Pope: What’s a Met Gala without a little drama? Jeremy Pope made a bold statement on the crimson carpet in a black Balmain suit paired with a long cape featuring Karl Lagerfeld’s picture, cementing his place as a standout attendee of the Met Gala 2023.
Robert Pattinson: Dressed in a Dior Men suit embellished with a fashionable brooch, Robert Pattinson captivated onlookers with his impeccable taste and sartorial flair at the Met Gala 2023.
Maluma: Maluma set the Met Gala 2023 ablaze in a grey pantsuit, flaunting his tattooed arms and adding a touch of style with a fashionable scarf as an accessory.
Sean Combs (Diddy): Diddy made a striking appearance at the Met Gala 2023, donning an all-black ensemble from his fashion brand Sean John, featuring a puffed jacket, a dress shirt with a black and silver necklace, a black coat, and a floral-laced puffer cape. The 53-year-old music artist completed his look with black sunglasses, pants, and shoes, cementing his reputation as a fashion icon.
Bad Bunny: The Puerto Rican artist made a stunning entrance at the Met Gala 2023 in a Jacquesmus white suit with an open back, accentuated by a stole adorned with white roses, making his outfit stand out on the crimson carpet.