The Met Gala — also known as the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute benefit is known for being one the most glamorous, creative and iconic events of the year. Falling on the first Monday of May since 1948, this year we’re celebrating the fashion-forward event by taking a look back at some of the best celebrities‘ beauty looks. Each year, Hollywood’s biggest names come together to showcase a theme coined by influential designers. Extravagance is elegance when you attend this event hence why you’ll see rainbow bright shadows, shimmering tones on cheekbones, unicorn hair and more. Scroll ahead for some of the most stunning beauty moments to ever hit the Met Gala carpet.
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Naomi Campbell, 2006
During the 2006 Met Gala, the supermodel sported her glowing skin with chic blunt bangs.
Rihanna, 2015
The Diamondssinger broke the internet when she appeared at the museum’s famous steps with a gold and silver hair accessory.
Lupita Nyong\'o, 2014
During the 2014 fashion-forward event, the Little Monsters actress turned heads with her glamorous green headpiece and smokey eyes.
Joan Smalls, 2014
Sporting a fish-braid with a bold plum lip, the Puerto Rican model made us want to expertiment with bright hues.
Beyonce, 2014
Playing into her sultry side, Queen Bee showed off a brown glossy lip with a glitter black viel.
Selena Gomez, 2017
Channeling a Spring romance, the Wolves singer blew us away with these chic pink lids.
Cara Delevingne, 2017
The 27-year-old supermodel is simply a vision with this unique frost-inspired hair look.
Zendaya, 2018
Channeling her inner warrior, the Euphoria star turned heads with her gorgeous golden copper blonde cut.
Cardi B, 2018
While pregnant with Kulture in 2018, the Bronx native hit the museum steps looking heavenly in with a timeless rouge and flowing textured hair.
Lady Gaga, 2019
The Shallow singer left us speechless when she hit the red carpet sporting a chic blonde bob and unforgetabble makeup details.
Jennifer Lopez, 2019
The Puerto Rican powerhouse stole the show in 2019 when she hit the carpet with a shimmery purple smokey eye and dazzling headcap.
Salma Hayek, 2019
The Mexican-American actress looked stunning with her coral pout and perfectly contoured cheekbones.