Why It Stood Out

Cultural fusion

By blending the hanbok-inspired silhouette with Western tailoring, S.Coups bridged his Korean heritage with the gala’s focus on tailoring and dandyism.

On-theme precision

The structured layers, mix of textures, and controlled colour palette aligned with the “Tailored for You” code and the exhibition’s celebration of refined menswear and Black style.

Iconic debut

For S.Coups, this event marked a milestone – not just a fashion moment but a statement of global presence in fashion and culture.

Fan & Media Buzz

Fans (known as “CARATs”) responded with excitement, pride and admiration — many called the look “stunning”, “never getting over it,” and a proud moment for Korean fashion on the global stage.

Media recognized his look as one of the most thoughtful among K-pop stars at the gala: combining heritage, tailoring, and theme coherence.

“It’s a Getty image, but how is he that handsome… wow. His outfit is nice too.”

A Closer Look: Style Breakdown

Colour & palette

Soft greys and silvery tones, matching his hair colour to the outfit — this tonal coordination elevated the look’s cohesion.

Silhouette

The jacket’s lapels and drape nod to the hanbok jeogori; the overcoat adds movement and drama; wide trousers give volume — a departure from skinny tailoring.

Accessories & attitude

Minimal accessories let the tailoring shine; his presence and confidence elevated the look.

Brand & collaboration

The BOSS ambassadorship adds industry weight to his appearance — not just a guest, but a fashion figure.

Cultural Impact & Significance

His look marks increased K-pop representation at major Western fashion events — showing how global music icons also intersect with fashion & style diplomacy.

The blending of Korean traditional design with global tailoring speaks to a broader shift: fashion = identity + craft + culture.

For SEVENTEEN and their fandom, it’s a symbolic step: the leader attending Met Gala, reinforcing that style and music carry global influence.

Jennie arrived in a custom Chanel tuxedo-inspired gown layered over a tailored jumpsuit, accessorised with cascading pearls and a dramatic top hat. Her look was a bold reinterpretation of suiting — tailoring given full theatrical flair.

Why it matters

She blended classic menswear codes (the tux jumpsuit) with feminine couture touches (train, pearls), aligning closely with the gala dress code “Tailored For You.”

Style takeaway

The “hybrid tux-gown” is a major trend: tailoring meets event gloss.

Lisa stunned in a daring custom Louis Vuitton ensemble: a lace bodysuit layered under a blazer, sheer tights embroidered with monograms and even tiny portraits woven into the fabric.

Why it matters

Her look redefined “tailoring” for the gala — while remaining sharp and structured, it also brought bold, modern, and personal touches.

Style takeaway

Mixing sheer elements + tailoring = a key motif of the night.

Rosé chose a sleek oversized black pantsuit by Saint Laurent, featuring a flowing train and minimal but arresting accessories — evidence that a gown isn’t the only route to “wow” on the red carpet.

Why it matters

Her approach embraced the menswear-rooted theme of the gala — with powerful, confident tailoring as the centerpiece.

Style takeaway

Pantsuits with dramatic elements (trains, oversized cuts) are red-carpet ready.

Making his Met Gala debut, Shah Rukh Khan wore a custom-Sabyasachi black wool coat with layered jewellery, a bold “K” pendant, and an 18-karat gold tiger-head cane embellished with gems.

Why it matters

He combined traditional Indian tailoring sensibility with the gala’s focus on structure and dandyism — an iconic moment of cross-cultural fashion presence.

Style takeaway

Accessorising tailored menswear with bold heritage pieces elevates the look dramatically.

Kiara Advani unveiled her baby bump at the gala in a sculptural gown by Gaurav Gupta: off-shoulder black skirt, dramatic train, and a gold-architectural bodice that referenced classical sculpture.

Why it matters

Her look captured the theme’s spirit of personal tailoring and narrative — the dress told her story, not just the event’s.

Style takeaway

Event tailoring can accommodate personal milestones — pregnancy, heritage, identity — without compromising elegance.

Diljit arrived in a custom Prabal Gurung ensemble that fused Punjabi regal motifs — turban, kirpan (ceremonial sword), and jewellery — with contemporary tailoring.

Why it matters

He reworked heritage symbolism into the gala’s tailoring narrative — style and identity woven together.

Style takeaway

Traditional elements — turbans, swords, cultural symbols — in a tailored silhouette make for unforgettable red-carpet impact.

Anna opted for an all-white ensemble by Dior: a cotton gabardine blazer and trousers, crisp poplin shirt, tie, gloves, and a wide-brim hat. The look took over 160 hours to craft.

Why it matters

Her styling showed how menswear tailoring can be powerfully interpreted in women’s fashion — sharp, clean, commanding.

Style takeaway

Monochrome suiting with bold accessories remains a standout red-carpet option.

Isha Ambani arrived in a custom Anamika Khanna design featuring a sharply tailored jacket, waistcoat, and a hand-woven Benarasi train — respecting Indian textile legacy while embracing global tailoring aesthetics.

Why it matters

Her look merged luxury tailoring with rich craft heritage — a nod to both global fashion and cultural roots.

Style takeaway

Tailoring + craft = powerful narrative on the red carpet.

Mona Patel wore a custom Thom Browne suit-cape-corset hybrid paired with a high-tech robot dog accessory — a statement in tailoring plus attitude.

Why it matters

Her styling showed how tailoring can morph into performance — architecture, couture, and narrative all in one.

Style takeaway

When tailoring gets playful and powerfully conceptual, it commands the carpet.

Liu Wen stunned in a bright dragon-red vine-jacquard velvet suit by Burberry — featuring strong shoulders, a cinched waist, and rich texture — melding tailoring and bold material.

Why it matters

Her look proved that tailoring doesn’t have to be minimalist — it can be textural, bold, and full of character.

Style takeaway

Statement fabric + structure = red-carpet win.