Explaining the theme of Met Gala 2026 “Costume Art”
The 2026 Met Gala will officially return on Monday, May 4th with the theme “Costume Art.” Here’s what you need to know about this year’s dress code and exhibits.
Heidi Klum looks like a historical piece of art at the 2026 Met Gala.
The supermodel and TV personality, 52, sported a full-length portrait on the red carpet at a fundraising event on Sunday, May 4.
Also known as the Queen of Halloween, she literally took on the “costume art” theme in her stunning marble-like ensemble.
Heidi was captured on the carpet, stating that her custom costume, allegedly created by Mike Marino, was an homage to Rafael Monti’s 1847 sculpture “The Veiled Vestal.”
“I wanted to be her,” she told Vogue, adding that she was inspired by her work at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. She joked that it took her 20 minutes to complete the detailed look.
Heidi Klum’s looks are turning heads on social media
Known for her annual Halloween parties in New York, Klum is no stranger to bold and varied looks, often working with a team of special effects artists to create flashy costumes that take months to make, transforming her into the likes of worms, ETs and peacocks.
Last year, she attended the 24th annual party as a green version of Medusa. Just like the Halloween costumes, the 2026 Met Gala looks also caught the attention of fashion fans on social media.
“Her costume is unparalleled. Like…did she leave any crumbs? No, she ate it all up,” one user wrote to X. Another added: “She’s always going to give it her all.”
Taylor Eardley is a news reporter for USA TODAY. Contact us at tardrey@usatodayco.com.
