Lily Collins wows in aKarl Lagerfeld inspired black and white gown as she stepped onto the 2023 Met Galain New York City on Monday evening.
The actress, 34, paid tribute to the late fashion designer, who died in 2019 at the age of 85, by having his name printed on the train of her dress in silver glittering letters.
She oozed confidence in the stunning numberas she walked up the famous stairs at The Metropolitan Museum of Art as her gown cascaded behind her.
Lily's donned a dramatic full layered black skirt which boasted a thigh high split with a white strapless plunging corset with bold puff sleeves.
The Emily In Paris star opted for a pair of sheer black tights under the outfit and elevated her frame in a pair of towering black heels.
Amazing: Lily Collins wows in a Karl Lagerfeld inspired black and white gown as she stepped onto the 2023 Met Gala in New York City on Monday evening
Heartfelt: The actress, 34, paid tribute to the late fashion designer, who died in 2019 at the age of 85, by having his name printed on the train of her dress in silver glittering letters
She added a dazzling huge diamond necklace to the look as well as a pair of coordinated drop earrings.
Lily turned up the heat by applying a flawless palette of makeup including a smokey dark eye shadow and bold red lipstick.
The actress styled her short brunette tresses in a neat bob which framed her face as she posed on the star-studded red carpet.
Fashion's biggest night is upon us once again, with a slew of stars preparing to walk the iconic staircase in just a matter of hours.
The 2023 Met Gala will be returning to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on Monday evening, with everyone from Kim Kardashian to Paris Hilton set to attend the annual fundraising event.
Since 1948, stars have ascended the majestic staircase into avery exclusive party where no selfies are allowed.
In keeping with tradition, the event will be held on the first Monday of May. It is scheduled to begin at 6:30PM EST on May 1, 2023.
Fans can watch the event unfold in real-time via a livestream on Vogue.
This year, the ball's theme isKarl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty. The late German designer was Chanel's long-time creative director. He passed at age 85 in 2019.
Stunning: She oozed confidence in the stunning number as she walked up the famous stairs at The Metropolitan Museum of Art as her gown cascaded behind her
Dramatic: Lily's donned a full layered black skirt which boasted a thigh high split with a white strapless plunging corset with bold puff sleeves
Bold: The Emily In Paris star opted for a pair of sheer black tights under the outfit and elevated her frame in a pair of towering black heels
His beloved cat,Choupette, has even been invited to the festivities.
The decision to honor Karl has sparked controversy given the many offensive remarks he has made over the years, from slamming the #MeToo movement to opposing same-sex marriage.
'I’m against it for a very simple reason: In the 60s they all said we had the right to the difference. And now, suddenly, they want a bourgeois life,' he told Vice of same-sex marriage.
'It’s difficult to imagine—one of the papas at work and the other at home with the baby. How would that be for the baby? I don’t know. I see more lesbians married with babies than I see boys married with babies. And I also believe more in the relationship between mother and child than in that between father and child.'
While he ultimately showed his support for same-sex marriage at his spring 2013 Chanel haute couture show, he still said he was 'less keen' on same-sex couples adopting children, according to AP.
Along with the Vogue editor-in-chief, Anna Wintour, who runs and hosts the annual event, the 2023 MET Gala will also be co-hosted by Penelope Cruz, Dua Lipa, Michaela Coel and also Roger Federer.
While the show may be known for its glitzy and over-the-top red carpet - with details of what occurs inside often remaining mysterious - at its heart, it is a fundraising event for theMetropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute.
Last year, the 2022 MET Gala alone raised a grand total of $17.4 million, reported Billboard.
Eye catching: She added a dazzling huge diamond necklace to the look as well as a pair of coordinated drop earrings
Incredible: Lily turned up the heat by applying a flawless palette of makeup including a smokey dark eye shadow and bold red lipstick
Turning heads: The actress styled her short brunette tresses in a neat bob which framed her face as she posed on the star-studded red carpet
This year the price of admission has been raised from $30,000 to $50,000, according toPage Six.
Even if you have the funds, that doesn't guarantee you entry into the party.
Every guest has to be invited, and a waiting list exists for the coveted golden ticket.
And status matters, according to The New York Times, meaning the hottest stars are a shoo in for an invite.
Paris Hilton is among the big names attending in what will be her first Met Gala.
Meanwhile, Blake Lively, a frequent attendee, announced she will not be at the party.
'I will be watching,' she said, according to People.
Elle Fanning, Kim Kardashian and La La Anthony are among the other celebs attending.
As for Wintour's role in the bash,Vogue's editor-in-chief organizes the party and oversees the guest list and even the menu.
She has served as the Met Gala's chairwoman since 1994 and continues to serve look after look at every event.
