Ahead of the 2026 Met Gala, stars including Amal Clooney and Billie Eilish turned heads on red carpets with bright colors and bold silhouettes. From New York galas to Miami premieres, fashion moments featured energetic designs. Vogue highlighted these standout appearances as putting a pep in viewers' steps.
Amal Clooney opened the week at the Chaplin Awards Gala in New York City, where her husband George Clooney received an honor. She wore a magenta Balenciaga gown styled off the shoulder with an elongated train, embracing a perfect spring hue, according to Vogue. Meanwhile, A$AP Rocky attended Chanel’s Cruise 2026 show in Biarritz, pairing a red shirt with a pink flap bag for a striking color-blocked look. Structured shapes dominated other appearances. Greta Lee donned a red body-contouring Issey Miyake bodice, while Billie Eilish opted for Celine tailoring at the premiere of her new tour documentary, complete with a little striped tie. These choices showcased strong, tailored silhouettes on the red carpet. Vintage styles also impressed. In Miami, Simone Ashley, star of The Devil Wears Prada 2, selected a vintage teal Chloé sundress suited to the tropical vibe. The night before publication, Kendall Jenner appeared at a private pre-Met Gala event in New York, hosted by Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez, in a black Mugler piece from fall 1993 featuring bowed detailing. Both outfits proved throwback designs can feel fresh and modern. These energetic fashion moments come just before the 2026 Met Gala, scheduled for the following day after the article's publication on May 3.
