Beyoncé Always Makes One Hell of an Entrance at the Met Gala

How does one woman manage to get it so right every time we see her? That's the question we've been asking about Beyoncé, especially as this year's Met Gala swiftly approaches. Every year at the fashion event, Bey steps out in a gown more glamorous than her last, making an entrance and ensuring all eyes are on her as she walks up those famous red stairs.

The secret, it seems, is all in the train. With material trailing behind her, the star continues to capture our attention even after she leaves, proving Queen Bey is truly worthy of the title. Check out the Met Gala dresses Beyoncé's worn in the past, then sit back and wait for what she shows up in this time around. No doubt it'll be sweeter than ever.

— Additional reporting by Nikita Ramsinghani

Wearing Givenchy in 2016
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Wearing Givenchy in 2016

Not many people can pull of a latex dress, yet Bey managed to do it with ease. Here she is at the 2016 Met Gala wearing a peach latex Givenchy dress that was covered with intricate beading.

Wearing Givenchy in 2015
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Wearing Givenchy in 2015

As if the sheer and the jewels weren't enough to catch your eye, Beyoncé made sure to stop at the steps and do a sexy over-the-shoulder pose, causing our jaws to really drop.

Wearing Givenchy in 2014
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Wearing Givenchy in 2014

Who says all black has to be boring? With a bit of sparkle, statement earrings, and a birdcage veil, Bey stole the spotlight yet again.

Wearing Givenchy in 2013
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Wearing Givenchy in 2013

Matching your boots to the details on your dress? Yep, Queen Bey did it — and nailed it, too. Plus, check out those gloves!

Wearing Givenchy in 2012
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Wearing Givenchy in 2012

Beyoncé's 2012 dress was so good, there were whispers that Kim Kardashian straight up copied her look. But with the sheer, the feathers, and that photo opp on the stairs, could you really even blame her?

Wearing Emilio Pucci in 2011
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Wearing Emilio Pucci in 2011

We're so glad the star opted to go with a mermaid gown in 2011. The classic shape hugged all her curves, and she looked very elegant out on the red carpet.

Wearing Armani Privé in 2008
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Wearing Armani Privé in 2008

Beyoncé was pretty tame at her first-ever Met Gala back in the aughts, but even then, she made sure her pale pink dress had a tiny train. So glam!