Met Gala Theme & Dress Code Shopping Guide

How to Wear the Met Gala Theme IRL, According to These Street-Style Stars

May 7, 2026 by Jessica Andrews

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Artful Patterns

You don't have to dress like a sculpture or a human-robot hybrid to nail the "Fashion Is Art" theme. The Meta watch party guests found a stylish middle ground: artful patterns. From watercolor to graffiti to creator April Lockhart's exquisite Kristin Mallison gown featuring an Italian landscape, they were a walking work of art.

Get The Look: Christopher John Rogers Moonshine Cowl Halter Midi Dress ($1,195). Comme des Garcons Black Filip Pagowski Print Blazer ($870, originally $1,580). Alice and Olivia Diana Sleeveless Dress ($695). Diarra Blu Tubi Dress in Aura Blue ($295). Desigual Recycled Scrappy Dress ($167, originally $239).