Laura Moore
May 07, 2024 - 09:35

Kendall Jenner Met Gala Gown: 500 Hours Embroidered

Kendall Jenner stuns at Met Gala in archival Givenchy gown with 100,000 beads and sequins, embracing Disney villain vibes.

Happy Met Gala Monday to all those who are celebrating! Here at Marie Claire, we are a fashion-obsessed bunch and have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of the biggest names in fashion and pop culture on the Met steps. And let me tell you, we were absolutely blown away when Kendall Jenner graced the Met Gala red carpet in a stunning archival Givenchy gown.

True to her reputation as a model and Met Gala veteran, Jenner stole the show in a dazzling 1999 Givenchy gown designed by Alexander McQueen. The dress was adorned with 100,000 beads and sequins, painstakingly sewn into the gown over 500 hours. Featuring a sculptural low-cut neckline, beaded tassel sleeves, and a daring V-shaped cutout along her hips and lower back, Jenner exuded a dark Disney villain vibe that perfectly captured the gala's "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion" theme.

To complement her show-stopping look, Jenner and her stylist Dani Michelle opted for simple stud earrings. Her soft glam makeup included rosy cheeks and a pinky-brown lip, while her wavy hair was styled extra long with front twists, perhaps a subtle nod to Maleficent.

When it comes to Jenner and her Met Gala appearances, we have come to expect the unexpected. Throughout her nine Met Gala outings, the 818 Tequila founder has consistently pushed the boundaries of fashion. From a futuristic Versace gown for the "Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology" theme in 2016, to a nearly naked La Perla dress adorned with 85,000 crystals in 2017, and a Gothic Prada two-piece gown in 2022, Jenner has never shied away from taking risks on the red carpet.

This year's Met Gala look was no exception, as Jenner put her own high fashion twist on the no-pants trend in a glittering Marc Jacobs bodysuit with outrageously long sleeves and a bedazzled collar. Paired with mega-high platform boots, her ensemble paid homage to the late Karl Lagerfeld in a truly dramatic fashion.

In conclusion, Kendall Jenner's Met Gala looks continue to surprise and captivate us year after year, solidifying her status as a fashion icon who is always willing to take risks and push the boundaries of style. We can't wait to see what she has in store for us next year!