As we wait with baited breath to see the ensembles at this year’s ‘Sleeping Beauty’ themed Met Gala, we’re revisiting some of our favourite looks of the past, from the Disco Era to Y2K.
These were simpler times, with no social media, fewer stylists and photographers (and probably more raucous A-list behaviour... ). Since 1948, the stars have brought glamour to the infamous steps of New York City’s Metropolitan Museum of Art. But these vintage looks are a far cry from the fashion spectacles we see on red carpets today.
Back then, it was normal for guests to style themselves for fashion’s biggest night. Dressing to the theme meant you could still move freely without a team of assistants. For decades The Met was essentially a black tie event with a touch more drama, then with the turn of Y2K we saw a lot more casual dressing - and body glitter.
From Cher’s glitzy Tom Mackie gowns to 3LW’s matching neon yellow outfits, these Met Gala throwbacks will forever be iconic.
Calvin Klein and Iman in 1981. Theme: The 18th Century Woman.
Cher with Bob Mackie in 1985. Theme: Costumes of Royal India.
Naomi Campbell with photographer Francesco Scavullo in 1990. Theme: Fashion Dolls: The Survival of Haute Couture.
Liv Tyler and Stella McCartney in 1999. Theme: Rock Style.
Kate Moss (brunette) in 1999.
Gwyneth Paltrow (also brunette) in 1999.
Iman in 1999.
Lil Kim in pink, in 1999.
Alan Cumming in 2001. Theme: Jacqueline Kennedy: The White House Years.
Nicky Hilton in 2001.
3LW's Adrienne Bailon, Kiely Williams and Naturi Naughton in 2001. (Note the ab glitter).
Jessica Simpson in 2001.
Serena Williams in 2001.
Christy Turlington in 2001.
Liv Tyler in 2001.
Helena Christensen in 2001.
