At the 2026 Met Gala, SZA, a 36 year old Grammy winning artist, appeared in a carefully designed outfit that drew attention for its detail and construction. The event took place at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Monday, May 4, in New York City.
SZA wore a corset style dress with an embroidered skirt. The outfit was designed by Emily Adams Bode Aujla, who also joined her on the red carpet. One of the most notable aspects of the outfit was the material used to create it. According to Elle, the design team sourced all 100 yards of fabric from eBay. This choice highlights how materials from widely accessible platforms can be used to create high fashion pieces.
In addition to the dress, SZA wore a cape inspired by butterflies. The cape was connected to her through multiple beaded bracelets that decorated her arms. This detail added movement and gave the outfit a more artistic and expressive appearance. The combination of structured design and flowing elements helped the overall look stand out.
The Met Gala is known as one of the most important events in the fashion world. It brings together many well known celebrities each year. The event also supports the museum’s Costume Art exhibition, which “explores the ‘centrality of the dressed body’ through depictions and interpretations of the human form in the Met’s extensive collection.” This theme encourages designers and attendees to think about how clothing relates to the body and artistic expression.
The dress code for 2026 is “Fashion is Art,” which guided many of the outfit choices seen at the event. The gala was co chaired by Beyonce, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour, former editor in chief of Vogue. Their involvement reflects the importance of the event across fashion, entertainment, and culture.