Lil Nas X made a daring statement on the red carpet at the 2023 Met Gala. The “Montro” musician arrived on the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City for the occasion on Monday night, covered in sparkly silver body paint.
Layered beneath an equally sparkly silver thong, the musician opted out of wearing additional clothing for a dynamic statement. His body was further accented with body crystals and small pearls, creating an allover bejeweled effect.
Where accessories were concerned, however, Lil Nas X opted to layer embroidered pearl strips along his waist and neck, creating the effect of wearing an ornate pearl belt and necklaces. For a final twist, he coated his face with body crystals and an intricate whiskered crystal and pearl face mask — inspired by Lagerfeld’s own cat, Choupette — for a surrealist spin.
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When it came to footwear, the “Call Me By Your Name” singer finished his outfit with a sparkly and soaring pair of Syro platform boots. His glittering silver canvas style — based on the brand’s $295 Kitten boots — featured ankle-high uppers with soaring platform soles and thick 6-inch block heels. The set — which perfectly matched his body paint — was also accented with small pearls and crystals, creating a fully streamlined appearance with a dramatic base.
The Met Gala raises funds for the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and celebrates the Costume Institute’s annual exhibits. This year’s theme, “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty,” celebrates the life and career of designer Karl Lagerfeld. The 2023 event is notably co-chaired by Dua Lipa, Roger Federer, Michaela Coel, Penelope Cruz and Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour.
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