Devyn Garcia Makes Met Gala Debut in Michael Kors Trompe L'Oeil Dress
Model Devyn Garcia made her Met Gala debut in 2026 wearing a custom Michael Kors trompe l'oeil viscose jacquard crystal-embellished column dress inspired by the nude body subsection of the 'Costume Art' exhibition. Garcia, who had first-time jitters, was calmed by Kors, with whom she and her mother Jennie Pickens have a long history—Pickens walked in Kors's shows in the 1990s. Kors called dressing Garcia a 'full circle moment' and a privilege to dress different generations. The dress was designed to mimic Garcia's form, with crystals placed where her body parts are. Initially intended as an after-party dress, Kors surprised Garcia with a full-length version for the red carpet, which fit perfectly. Garcia expressed astonishment and gratitude for the precise tailoring.
Key facts
- Devyn Garcia attended the 2026 Met Gala for the first time.
- She wore a custom Michael Kors trompe l'oeil dress.
- The dress was inspired by the nude body subsection of the 'Costume Art' exhibition.
- Garcia's mother, Jennie Pickens, modeled for Kors in the 1990s.
- Kors described dressing Garcia as a 'full circle moment'.
- The dress was originally intended as an after-party dress.
- Garcia was initially supposed to wear a different dress.
- The dress featured crystals placed to mimic Garcia's body parts.
Entities
Artists
- Devyn Garcia
- Michael Kors
- Jennie Pickens
Institutions
- Vogue
- Costume Institute
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Locations
- New York City
- United States