Gigi Hadid's 'Transparent' Outfit at Met Gala Causes a Stir

Supermodel Gigi Hadid made headlines at the Met Gala after stepping onto the red carpet in a nearly see-through gown that quickly stirred debate across social media.

The 31-year-old arrived at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Monday wearing a custom sheer black dress by Miu Miu. The bold look featured a floor-length, mermaid-style silhouette with a flowing train and a glittery, transparent fabric that revealed her undergarments. A gray bralette and high-waisted underwear were clearly visible beneath the delicate mesh material, making the outfit one of the most talked-about of the night.

Photos and clips of Hadid’s entrance spread fast online, where users shared mixed reactions. Some viewers were critical of the revealing design. 

“Can we bury transparent dresses in history already, zero aesthetics,” one comment read. 

Another wrote, “I do not like the revealing details Get in the art girl 🤦.” 

A user added, “I didn’t expect this from you gigi.” 

Another questioned her fashion legacy, saying, “can you believe we had years where gigi was one of the most iconic of the night, right?”

Despite the criticism, others praised Hadid’s overall appearance. A video of her red carpet walk shared by Vogue drew supportive comments. 

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“Shut up she looks stunning,” one user wrote. 

Another noted, “At least her makeup looks nice.” 

A different viewer shared a mixed take: “I love her and this looks hot, could’ve been better if it was not transparent.” 

One more added, “She looks stunning but the dress was underwhelming for the Met.”

Hadid’s gown aligned with the 2026 Met Gala theme, “Fashion is Art,” which ties into the museum’s spring exhibition “Costume is Art.” The exhibit explores how clothing connects with fine art across history, placing fashion at the center of artistic expression.

The dress itself featured detailed black embroidery in swirling, almost botanical patterns placed across the bodice and extended into the train. The neckline included metallic accents with dangling chain-like elements, adding movement and edge to the design. The overall look was described as avant-garde, theatrical and body-focused.

Her styling was also carefully planned. According to her hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos, the look was a “fully collaborative process.” 

He explained to People, “I’m always inspired by how collaborative Gigi is.” He added, “Since she was wearing Miu Miu, I wanted her hair to feel romantic, effortless, and slightly retro. There’s something timeless about a retro style, it’s the most modern way to look undone.”

This year marks another appearance in Hadid’s long Met Gala history. Since her debut in 2015, she has attended every year and is known for standout fashion moments. Her 2025 look, a gold-embellished gown, offered a more covered and classic style, making this year’s sheer outfit a noticeable shift.

The event, co-chaired by major names including Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams and Anna Wintour, once again brought together celebrities for fashion’s biggest night. Hadid’s look, however, became one of the most discussed, showing how quickly a single outfit can divide opinions online.

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