The annual Met Gala, fashion's most anticipated event, returned to the red carpet on Monday, with A-listers and celebrities showcasing their most daring and creative interpretations of this year's theme: "Costume Art." The evening was a star-studded celebration of fashion, music, and art, with some of the biggest names in the industry strutting their stuff on the iconic steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Beyoncé and Rihanna, two of the biggest icons in music, made a stunning entrance, with Beyoncé opting for a custom Balenciaga gown that left little to the imagination and Rihanna wowing in a daring, avant-garde look from the Italian designer, Giambattista Valli. From stunning gowns to bold statements, the Met Gala 2026 was a night to remember, and our exclusive photos capture the very best of the evening's fashion and fun.
See the Met Gala 2026 best looks and moments of Beyoncé, Rihanna and more celebrating "Costume Art" CBS News
