The fashion extravaganza is in full bloom once again.
On May 6, the 2024 Met Gala will bring a fashion fantasy to the famous steps at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. After all, the star-studded event—hosted by Anna Wintour and cochairs Bad Bunny, Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez and Chris Hemsworth—celebrates the Costume Institute's new exhibition: "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion."
But this won't be a reimagining of a classic fairytale considering the dress code is "The Garden of Time." As Andrew Bolton, the head curator of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, told Vogue, "It is very much an ode to nature and the emotional poetics of fashion."
That means, bouquets of florals and botanical looks—or designs beyond our wildest dreams—will likely spring up on the red carpet.
"This innovative show will push the boundaries of our imagination," museum CEO Max Hollein said in November, per Vogue. "And invite us to experience many facets of a work, to learn more about its history, and, ultimately, to gain a deeper appreciation of its beauty."
But before the 2024 Met Gala ushers in garden-inspired garments, we're breaking down the one-of-a-kind pieces that made us want to stop and smell the roses.
We're talking about Rihanna's unforgettable bright yellow cape gown from Guo Pei during the 2015 ceremony and the late Princess Diana's risqué Dior slip dress in 1996.
Keep reading to see all of the swoon-worthy fashion moments to hit the Met Gala red carpet over the years.
Cher, 1974
Romantic and Glamorous Hollywood Design
Kate Moss, 1995
Haute Couture
Naomi Campbell, 1995
Haute Couture
Princess Diana, 1996
Christian Dior
Elizabeth Hurley, 1997
Gianni Versace
Whitney Houston, 1999
Rock Style
Jennifer Love Hewitt, 1999
Rock Style
Demi Moore, 2000
No theme
Jessica Simpson, 2001
Jacqueline Kennedy: The White House Years
David Bowie & Iman, 2003
Goddess: The Classical Mode
Victoria Beckham & Naomi Campbell, 2003
Goddess: The Classical Mode
Gisele Bundchen, 2003
Goddess: The Classical Mode
Molly Sims, 2003
Goddess: The Classical Mode
Kate Hudson, 2003
Goddess: The Classical Mode
Nicole Kidman, 2003
Goddess: The Classical Mode
Scarlett Johansson, 2004
Dangerous Liaisons: Fashion and Furniture in the 18th Century
Jennifer Lopez, 2004
Dangerous Liaisons: Fashion and Furniture in the 18th Century
Hilary Swank, 2004
Dangerous Liaisons: Fashion and Furniture in the 18th Century
Diane Kruger, 2004
Dangerous Liaisons: Fashion and Furniture in the 18th Century
Karolina Kurkova, 2005
House of Chanel
Lil' Kim, 2005
House of Chanel
Elle Macpherson, 2005
House of Chanel
Natasha Richardson & Liam Neeson, 2005
House of Chanel
Sarah Jessica Parker, 2006
AngloMania: Tradition and Transgression in British Fashion
Charlize Theron & John Galliano, 2006
AngloMania: Tradition and Transgression in British Fashion
Drew Barrymore, 2006
AngloMania: Tradition and Transgression in British Fashion
Thandie Newton, 2006
AngloMania: Tradition and Transgression in British Fashion
Victoria Beckham, 2006
AngloMania: Tradition and Transgression in British Fashion
Jessica Simpson, 2007
Poiret: King of Fashion
Jennifer Garner, 2007
Poiret: King of Fashion
Check out E!'s Met Gala homepage for every must-see look from fashion's biggest night and all the behind-the-scenes moments you might have missed. And watch E! News Tuesday, May 6, at 11 p.m. for a full 2025 Met Gala recap.