Next on the list is Cara Delevingne’s stunning beauty look from a previous Met Gala, which featured a unique interpretation of moving art. Hairstylist Mara Roszak recalls, “My favorite Met Gala beauty look was creating art hair on Cara Delevingne for the ‘Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology’ gala. We wanted to do something unexpected and took inspiration from Alexander McQueen’s iconic butterfly wig. We attached ornate gold leaves to Cara’s head, creating a one-of-a-kind hair masterpiece that perfectly complemented her futuristic outfit. It was a true collaboration between hair, makeup, and styling to bring this vision to life.”
Glowing Goddess on Zendaya
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Zendaya is known for her stunning beauty looks and the Met Gala is no exception. Makeup artist Sheika Daley shares, “My favorite Met Gala beauty look was on Zendaya while attending the ‘Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination’ gala. I wanted to create a glowing goddess look that would complement her vibrant red dress. We focused on bringing out Zendaya’s natural features with soft contouring, highlighting, and a glossy nude lip. The final result was a seamless blend of classic beauty and modern glamour that perfectly captured Zendaya’s unique style.”
Bold and Beautiful on Lupita Nyong’o
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Lupita Nyong’o always brings her A-game to the Met Gala red carpet, and her bold and beautiful beauty look from a past event still stands out. Hairstylist Vernon Francois remembers, “My favorite Met Gala beauty look was on Lupita Nyong’o for the ‘China: Through the Looking Glass’ gala. We wanted to pay homage to Chinese culture while showcasing Lupita’s natural hair texture. We created a sculptural updo inspired by traditional Chinese hair styles, complete with intricate braids and twists. The look was bold, beautiful, and truly captured the essence of the theme.”
Sleek and Chic on Emily Ratajkowski
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Model Emily Ratajkowski is known for her effortlessly chic style, and her Met Gala beauty look from a previous event was no exception. Makeup artist Hung Vanngo shares, “My favorite Met Gala beauty look was on Emily Ratajkowski for the ‘Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garçons: Art of the In-Between’ gala. We wanted to create a sleek and chic beauty look that would complement Emily’s edgy outfit. We kept the makeup minimal and focused on creating a flawless complexion, bold brows, and a nude lip. The final result was a perfect balance of modern sophistication and timeless elegance.”
Glitter Glamour on Janelle Monáe
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Janelle Monáe is known for her bold and creative beauty looks, and her Met Gala beauty look from a previous event was no exception. Makeup artist Jessica Smalls shares, “My favorite Met Gala beauty look was on Janelle Monáe for the ‘Camp: Notes on Fashion’ gala. We wanted to create a look that was bold, fun, and over-the-top, in true camp fashion. We used a combination of glitter, metallics, and bold colors to create a show-stopping beauty look that perfectly complemented Janelle’s vibrant outfit. It was a true celebration of artistry and creativity.”
