Roommates, the first Monday of May is here! One celebrity who will definitely turn heads at the Met Gala 2026 is Beyoncé. Her appearance on the red carpet this year will mark her first time attending the fashion fundraiser in a decade. While we wait, let’s run down the details behind Bey’s very first Met look in 2008 and her last time gracing the carpet in 2016.
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What Is the Purpose of the Met Gala?
The Met Gala is a fundraiser for the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Last year, the event raised more than $31 million, but it’s only for the “rich, famous and powerful.” A single ticket costs $100,000 and a table of 10 people starts at $350,000, according to the Associated Press.
This year, Beyoncé is one of the Met Gala’s co-chairs, along with Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Vogue’s Anna Wintour. A separate host committee includes big names like Teyana Taylor, Sabrina Carpenter, and Misty Copeland. The dress code for 2026 is “Fashion is Art.”
Beyoncé Wore Pink To Her First Met Gala
2008 marked the first time that Beyoncé stepped out for the Met Gala. The theme was ‘Superheroes: Fashion and Fantasy.’ She stunned in a strapless, light pink Armani Privé dress. The gown had a sweetheart neckline and ribbon detailing in the front. She added to the romantic look with emerald earrings, lots of body shimmer, and a simple hair bun.
Ten Years Ago: Beyoncé’s Givenchy Look
After her debut in 2008 at the Met Gala , Beyoncé attended six more times including in the years of 2011 through to 2016. In her last five appearances she dazzled in a Givenchy Haute Couture gown. Her look in 2016 fit like a glove with its latex-like appearance. The dress was a peachy pink color adorned with approximately 2,000 pearls and pink florals while featuring long sleeves. Additionally it had a mermaid-style silhouette with a train. She completed this stunning look with smoky eye makeup and straight blonde hair.
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