NEW YORK — Kendall Jenner made a striking statement at the Met Gala 2026, stepping onto the red carpet in a sculpted white draped gown by GapStudio in celebration of the museum’s “Costume Art” exhibition.
The supermodel’s appearance quickly became one of the night’s most talked-about fashion moments, later amplified by a wave of social media attention following her after-party posts.
Viral after-party moment
Jenner shared a series of behind-the-scenes images on Instagram after the main event, giving fans a closer look at her Met Gala night.
Her post quickly gained massive traction online, reportedly surpassing 1.5 million likes, with fans praising her elegant yet minimalist red carpet style.
Celebrity praise and reactions
Her look also drew admiration from fellow celebrities, including Victoria Beckham and model Vittoria Ceretti, who both reportedly praised Jenner’s appearance during the event.
The Met Gala’s theme, “Costume Art,” inspired a wide range of dramatic interpretations across the red carpet, with stars embracing bold creative expressions.
Standout looks from the night
Other major celebrities also delivered memorable fashion moments.
Bad Bunny appeared in a dramatic elderly-inspired look, while supermodel Heidi Klum transformed into a Statue of Liberty-inspired costume.
Singer Katy Perry also drew attention with a silver masked ensemble that kept her look partially concealed.
A Met Gala dominated by bold fashion statements
This year’s Met Gala once again highlighted the intersection of fashion and art, with celebrities embracing theatrical and conceptual styling on one of the world’s most watched red carpets.
Jenner’s understated elegance stood out amid the more experimental looks, reinforcing her position as one of the event’s most consistent fashion figures.
