Alysa Liu’s Met Gala Debut Dress References Her Athletic Body

Figure skater Alysa Liu made her Met Gala debut at the 2026 event, wearing a custom Louis Vuitton gown that referenced her own athletic physique. The strapless, full-skirted gown in deep red satin and tulle was designed with input from stylist Katie Qian, who worked with Louis Vuitton to evoke vascularity, cell structure, and muscle tissue through the dress's ruffles and hue. Liu, who won gold for Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics, noted the theme "Costume Art" resonated with her as an athlete. The dress's silhouette also echoed ice carving marks from figure skating. Liu praised the color as lucky in Chinese culture and the voluminous skirt. She expressed admiration for the tailoring process at Louis Vuitton's atelier, comparing it to working with her skating dress designer Lisa McKinnon. Liu attended the gala with a childhood friend and teammate, planning to dance afterward.