Gwendoline Christie, official host of the 2024 Met Gala livestream, debuted a red-carpet ensemble inspired by the theme. Her breathtaking look, designed by Maison Margiela’s John Galliano, set the tone for the evening.
Christie’s ensemble featured a black silk tulle opera coat with black crinoline bands, crafted using a “retrograding” technique. It was paired with a blood-orange silk velvet bias-cut column dress and a skin-colored silk satin corset. The ensemble was completed with Tabi ankle-strap pumps, a collaboration with Christian Louboutin, showcasing her fashion sense.
As per Vogue, Christie’s avant-garde outfit drew inspiration from Margiela’s spring 2024 couture collection. Christie has a prior connection with Margiela, having previously participated in their show in January, where she added drama and theatricality to John Galliano’s innovative designs. For glam, te actress wore platinum hair in a cloud-like, gravity-defying style and a soft, doll-like makeup with blood-orange blush on her cheekbones.
In January, the actress donned a see-through rubber dress at the Paris brand’s spring/summer 2024 presentation. Her doll-like makeup, known as “porcelain glass skin” by renowned artist Pat McGrath, gained widespread attention post-show. Complemented by Victorian curls, sheer opera gloves, and white tights, this striking ensemble did not steal the spotlight.
