From Kim Kardashian to Katy Perry and Madonna: Some of the Met Gala's most outlandish outfits

  • Kim Kardashian was much mocked on social media after arriving at the 2021 Met Gala in a totally unexpected camouflage outfit -- a full body jumpsuit, complete with hood, by Balenciaga.
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    From Kim Kardashian to Katy Perry and Madonna: Some of the Met Gala's most outlandish outfits

    Kim Kardashian was much mocked on social media after arriving at the 2021 Met Gala in a totally unexpected camouflage outfit -- a full body jumpsuit, complete with hood, by Balenciaga.
  • Lil Nas X stood out in 2021 with not one but three extravagant outfits by Versace. The rapper first arrived in a huge cape, before revealing golden body armor, then a shiny jumpsuit.
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    From Kim Kardashian to Katy Perry and Madonna: Some of the Met Gala's most outlandish outfits

    Lil Nas X stood out in 2021 with not one but three extravagant outfits by Versace. The rapper first arrived in a huge cape, before revealing golden body armor, then a shiny jumpsuit.
  • Still in 2021, Dan Levy, obviously a fan of geography, chose to metamorphose into a planisphere for the Met Gala. A message full of hope for the future, but without much hope for fashion.
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    From Kim Kardashian to Katy Perry and Madonna: Some of the Met Gala's most outlandish outfits

    Still in 2021, Dan Levy, obviously a fan of geography, chose to metamorphose into a planisphere for the Met Gala. A message full of hope for the future, but without much hope for fashion.
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  • Cara Delevingne looks straight out of a cartoon in this Dior outfit in 2019, sporting a totally wacky headpiece, an ultra colorful dress, and a fantastical cane.
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    From Kim Kardashian to Katy Perry and Madonna: Some of the Met Gala's most outlandish outfits

    Cara Delevingne looks straight out of a cartoon in this Dior outfit in 2019, sporting a totally wacky headpiece, an ultra colorful dress, and a fantastical cane.
  • Three years later, we still don't understand what came over Katy Perry for the 2019 edition of the Met Gala. The singer was quite simply transformed into a giant chandelier in this Moschino creation, much to the delight of social network users.
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    From Kim Kardashian to Katy Perry and Madonna: Some of the Met Gala's most outlandish outfits

    Three years later, we still don't understand what came over Katy Perry for the 2019 edition of the Met Gala. The singer was quite simply transformed into a giant chandelier in this Moschino creation, much to the delight of social network users.
  • Celine Dion took everyone by surprise in 2019 when she stepped out out in a fringed Oscar de la Renta dress -- an outfit that she accessorized with a headdress of the most spectacular kind.
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    From Kim Kardashian to Katy Perry and Madonna: Some of the Met Gala's most outlandish outfits

    Celine Dion took everyone by surprise in 2019 when she stepped out out in a fringed Oscar de la Renta dress -- an outfit that she accessorized with a headdress of the most spectacular kind.
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  • Jared Leto made an impression in 2019 sporting a Gucci outfit and -- more importantly -- brandishing a replica of his own head. Talk about bold!
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    From Kim Kardashian to Katy Perry and Madonna: Some of the Met Gala's most outlandish outfits

    Jared Leto made an impression in 2019 sporting a Gucci outfit and -- more importantly -- brandishing a replica of his own head. Talk about bold!
  • Back for more in 2018, Katy Perry walked the red carpet in a gold-colored outfit by Atelier Versace. So far, so unexceptional... except that she was also equipped with two huge wings that certainly didn't go unnoticed.
    8/10

    From Kim Kardashian to Katy Perry and Madonna: Some of the Met Gala's most outlandish outfits

    Back for more in 2018, Katy Perry walked the red carpet in a gold-colored outfit by Atelier Versace. So far, so unexceptional... except that she was also equipped with two huge wings that certainly didn't go unnoticed.
  • In 2017, Rihanna stood out in this 3D dress crafted with many and various fabric pieces by Comme des Garçons. An outfit that quickly went viral, although it is now considered a coveted collector's item.
    9/10

    From Kim Kardashian to Katy Perry and Madonna: Some of the Met Gala's most outlandish outfits

    In 2017, Rihanna stood out in this 3D dress crafted with many and various fabric pieces by Comme des Garçons. An outfit that quickly went viral, although it is now considered a coveted collector's item.
  • Keep up to speed at a glance with the Top 10 daily stories

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  • In 2013, Madonna channeled punk and grunge at the Met Gala wearing a mini (very mini) dress from Givenchy, complete with ripped fishnet. An outfit that got the world talking in a matter of hours.
    10/10

    From Kim Kardashian to Katy Perry and Madonna: Some of the Met Gala's most outlandish outfits

    In 2013, Madonna channeled punk and grunge at the Met Gala wearing a mini (very mini) dress from Givenchy, complete with ripped fishnet. An outfit that got the world talking in a matter of hours.
Kim Kardashian was much mocked on social media after arriving at the 2021 Met Gala in a totally unexpected camouflage outfit -- a full body jumpsuit, complete with hood, by Balenciaga.
Lil Nas X stood out in 2021 with not one but three extravagant outfits by Versace. The rapper first arrived in a huge cape, before revealing golden body armor, then a shiny jumpsuit.
Still in 2021, Dan Levy, obviously a fan of geography, chose to metamorphose into a planisphere for the Met Gala. A message full of hope for the future, but without much hope for fashion.
Cara Delevingne looks straight out of a cartoon in this Dior outfit in 2019, sporting a totally wacky headpiece, an ultra colorful dress, and a fantastical cane.
Three years later, we still don't understand what came over Katy Perry for the 2019 edition of the Met Gala. The singer was quite simply transformed into a giant chandelier in this Moschino creation, much to the delight of social network users.
Celine Dion took everyone by surprise in 2019 when she stepped out out in a fringed Oscar de la Renta dress -- an outfit that she accessorized with a headdress of the most spectacular kind.
Jared Leto made an impression in 2019 sporting a Gucci outfit and -- more importantly -- brandishing a replica of his own head. Talk about bold!
Back for more in 2018, Katy Perry walked the red carpet in a gold-colored outfit by Atelier Versace. So far, so unexceptional... except that she was also equipped with two huge wings that certainly didn't go unnoticed.
In 2017, Rihanna stood out in this 3D dress crafted with many and various fabric pieces by Comme des Garçons. An outfit that quickly went viral, although it is now considered a coveted collector's item.
In 2013, Madonna channeled punk and grunge at the Met Gala wearing a mini (very mini) dress from Givenchy, complete with ripped fishnet. An outfit that got the world talking in a matter of hours.

After the postponements and cancellations of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Met Gala is set to return Monday, May 2, in New York. This prestigious event, which brings together the fashion world's elite, has, over the years, become an evening of extravagance -- so much so that some celebrities walk the red carpet in totally improbable outfits. Here is a look at some outlandish examples.

Christelle Pellissier

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