The Met Gala has become a prominent event for celebrity couples to showcase their style and coordination on the red carpet. Each year’s theme inspires famous pairs to come together and create memorable fashion moments. The 2019 camp-themed Gala saw a surge in couples who matched their looks for the occasion. As the upcoming event, themed “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion,” approaches, Vogue reminisces about the iconic couples who have graced the Met Gala with their stylish presence.
Numerous high-profile couples have made their red carpet debut at the Met Gala, leaving a lasting impression with their coordinated attire. Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik made their first appearance together in 2016, in futuristic ensembles that reflected the technology theme of the year. Other couples, like Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra, first met at the Gala and eventually tied the knot. Legendary duos such as David and Victoria Beckham, Beyoncé and Jay-Z, and Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner have all been part of the Met Gala’s fashion legacy.
In 2021, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky turned heads with their matching voluminous outfits, while Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds stunned in Gilded Age-inspired ensembles as co-chairs of the event. Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker showcased their unique style in coordinating black and white looks by Thom Browne. At the tribute to Karl Lagerfeld last year, Brittney and Cherelle Griner sported minimalist Calvin Klein outfits, while Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade rocked his-and-hers Prada leather ensembles.
With the anticipation building for the 2024 Met Gala, fashion enthusiasts can expect more high-octane couple style moments to come. As the event approaches, the memories of past iconic couples who graced the red carpet linger, showcasing the power of love and fashion in sync. From debut appearances to theme-inspired matching outfits, these celebrity duos have set the bar high for red carpet style at the Met Gala. The legacy of these iconic pairs continues to inspire and captivate audiences with their sartorial choices and coordinated looks.
