Met Gala 2026: Art-Inspired Looks Channel van Gogh, Picasso, Old Masters

At the 2026 Met Gala, celebrities including Emma Chamberlain, Colman Domingo, and Naomi Watts wore outfits inspired by iconic paintings by Vincent van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, and Dutch Old Masters. The event, held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, turned the red carpet into a living museum of art history. Each look referenced specific artworks, blending fashion with fine art. Architectural Digest covered the nine most notable art-inspired ensembles, highlighting the intersection of contemporary fashion and classical painting. The gala continues the tradition of thematic dressing tied to the Costume Institute's annual exhibition.