Staircase Classics: The Met Gala's Most Memorable Fashion Moments

Eight Guardian fashion writers pick their most unforgettable Met Gala looks, from AOC’s ivory gown with ‘tax the rich’ scrawl to Rihanna’s 2015 Guo Pei omelette cape, Timothée Chalamet’s white-sneaker twist on red-carpet chic, Lady Gaga’s Camp-era multi-ensemble performance, Dua Lipa’s Cher-esque Versace, Stella McCartney and Liv Tyler’s 'Rock Royalty' tank-top duo, A$AP Rocky’s quilted outfit, Janelle Monáe’s 2025 optical-illusion ensemble, and Beyoncé’s 2015 crystal-covered bodysuit—showcasing the gala’s history of bold, meme-worthy fashion.