Kim Kardashian outdid herself with her attire at the 2024 Met Gala held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on May 6, 2024. It marked her 11th appearance at the Met steps, and she consistently stands out with her fashion choices.
The 43-year-old wealthy reality star isn’t afraid to take fashion risks, and once again, she stole the spotlight at the event celebrating the Costume Institute’s exhibition titled “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.”
Kim Kardashian stuns in a Maison Margiela couture ensemble at the 2024 Met Gala, epitomizing the theme ‘The Garden of Time’ with a breathtaking, intricately designed silver floral chain-mail gown (Michael Stewart / INSTARimages)
Her entrance is jaw-dropping, thanks to her custom Maison Margiela couture ensemble, designed by the French luxury fashion house’s creative director, John Galliano. It perfectly adhered to the evening’s theme, “The Garden of Time.”
The dress was an absolute knockout. It was explicitly tailored to her style yet retained John Galliano’s original runway vision.
Her attire echoed a design from Margiela’s Spring 2024 Artisanal couture collection, in which models flaunted corseted looks paired with cropped jumpers and cardigans.
Kim Kardashian’s 2024 Met Gala Look: A Vision in Silver
Kim Kardashian radiated elegance during the event, sparkling in a silver floral chain-mail gown with an off-the-shoulder silhouette.
The plunging lingerie bustier top is a masterpiece, featuring delicate floral motifs intricately imprinted on the bodice. I love how it seamlessly transitioned into a semi-sheer, floor-skimming silver “metal lace” skirt crafted with meticulous attention to detail.
Showcasing an audacious plunge, the lingerie-style bustier top is adorned with delicate floral imprints that accentuate Kim’s renowned fashion daring (Michael Stewart / INSTARimages)
Constructed with tooled metal and mirrored fragments, the skirt boasted botanical motifs, including flowers, leaves, and sprigs accents, and was embellished with pearls and crystal pendants.
With every step, the lace train followed, amplifying her ensemble’s enchanting allure. However, what truly piques my curiosity is the presence of an extreme jacquard silver corset beneath Kim’s attire.
Her extreme corset made her waist appear impossibly tiny—leaving many wondering how she could even breathe. This daring choice impeccably cinched her already tiny waist to an almost unimaginable level, creating an otherworldly silhouette.
The semi-sheer, floor-skimming silver ‘metal lace’ skirt, enriched with botanical motifs and embellished with pearls and crystal pendants, traces Kim Kardashian’s steps with a subtle lace train, amplifying the allure (Credit: DNphotography / Abaca Press / INSTARimages)
The sheer tightness of the corset must have posed significant discomfort, making breathing challenging. However, for Kim, who views “breathing” as an “art form,” this sacrifice undoubtedly contributed to her standout presence at the event.
Additionally, the Kardashians star paired the corset with a custom Margiela thong, allowing her to showcase her renowned curves confidently.
Kim Kardashian’s Unexpected Cardigan: A Fashion Statement or Afterparty Leftover?
Kim Kardashian layered a matching simple cropped grey cardigan over her metallic outfit, hailing from Maison Margiela by John Galliano.
I find adding the sweater unnecessary, as it only covered the top portion of her attire, especially considering the attention-grabbing nature of her dress. She wrapped the sweater tightly around her shoulders, even during interviews and photo opportunities as she ascended the stairs.
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However, during an interview with Vogue on the red carpet, Kim explained her choice of attire. She mentioned that she wanted to give off the impression of being in a hurry after experiencing “the wildest night” of her life “in a garden.”
The aspiring full-time attorney joked, “And I just ran out and grabbed my boyfriend’s sweater and threw it on and had to get to work,” laughing about the look she was going for. “My hair is all messed up.”
Meanwhile, in a video shared on Vogue’s YouTube page, Kim revealed that the cardigan was part of the dress’s original design.
She shared that her inspiration came from another Maison Margiela show that featured corsets and sweaters, showing off John Galliano’s sketch, which included the gray sweater. She said she and John had “kind of just played around with what we thought this theme meant.”
The Instagram celebrity added, “Imagining having the best night of your entire life with your most magical person and you are just in a garden. You’ve overslept, you wake up after, like, literally the best night of your life, and I’m just running out… My dress is falling off because it was one of those nights, and I just grab my boyfriend’s sweater to, like, runoff and make it to where have to be.”
Kim further joked about her tendency to rush off after events to make it to “carpool” the following day, emphasizing the unpredictability of real life.
She said, “Real life happens. Sometimes, I am in my makeup from the night before and it is what it is. But it’s like that, where you … just woke up after the night of my life in this secret garden.”
Kim Kardashian’s Gravity-Defying Heels: A Bold Fashion Move
Kim Kardashian’s ensemble at the Met Gala was defined not only by her silver corset and matching gray cardigan but also by her footwear, which added an unexpected twist to her sparkly attire.
On her feet, Kim wore custom 10-inch Pleaser platform shoes without traditional heels. In the same Vogue YouTube video, the mom of four provided insight into her unconventional footwear, holding up a shoe with a transparent platform and no visible heel.
She explained, “This is my shoe,” highlighting, “It’s clever because if I had a shoe with a heel, the heel gets stuck in the metal skirt. And so that was our issue of walking.”
Beneath the striking exterior, a hidden extreme jacquard silver corset cinches Kim Kardashian’s waist, sculpting an almost otherworldly silhouette and challenging the confines of comfort in high fashion (Credit: Janet Mayer / INSTARimages)
According to Kim, wearing these shoes requires a certain level of skill and balance. She elaborated, “To wear these, you’re on your tiptoes, and you’re balancing the whole time, flexing your calf muscles. So, that’s what I’m gonna have to do is stand on my tippy toes.”
Fortunately, Kim had the opportunity to practice with the shoes before walking the red carpet, noting that her test run revealed the importance of avoiding leaning back while walking.
She emphasized the necessity of height for her look, stating, “I think we really need the height on this look, so we gotta do what we gotta do.”
Kim isn’t the only celebrity who has embraced the extreme height of Pleaser heels. Over the years, stars like Lady Gaga and Zendaya have made these statement shoes a red-carpet favorite. Here’s a look at how Hollywood’s elite have styled them.
Stepping Out in Style: Celebrities Who Love Pleaser Heels
Lady Gaga’s Towering Pleaser Boots
- Event: New York City Outing
- Outfit: Lady Gaga made a dramatic exit from her NYC hotel in a pair of white Pleaser “Flamingo” 1050 boots. These mid-calf lace-up boots boast 8-inch sky-high heels and 4-inch platforms.
- Footwear: The A Star Is Born actress paired her unique dress with towering platform boots from Pleaser Shoes.
Lady Gaga at the 2017 Grammy Awards
- Event: 59th Annual Grammy Awards
- Outfit: Lady Gaga bared it all in a dangerously flashy black jacket and a pair of Pleaser “Flamingo 3000” boots.
- Footwear: The pop icon turned to Pleaser USA for her “Flamingo 3000” platform over-the-knee boots.
Lady Gaga’s Old Hollywood Glamour
- Event: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Opening Gala
- Outfit: Exuding old Hollywood glamour, Lady Gaga worked her angles in a custom Schiaparelli gown, including a black velvet strapless column dress with a floor-sweeping short train.
- Footwear: She completed her look with Pleaser ‘Xtreme 1020’ boots featuring 8-inch spike heels and 4-inch platforms.
These moments highlight how Pleaser heels have transcended their origins, becoming a favored choice for celebrities aiming to make a bold fashion statement.
While her ensemble and shoes made waves, Kim’s approach to accessories was surprisingly understated. Instead of overpowering her look with statement jewelry, she let the gown do the talking.
Kim Kardashian’s Minimalist Approach to Met Gala Glam
Kim Kardashian’s choice to keep her accessories minimal allowed her ensemble to shine truly on the red carpet. She forwent the typical large necklace and dangling earrings, opting instead for a single statement piece: a large diamond ring on her finger.
However, Kim didn’t sacrifice glamour despite the minimal accessories. I admire how she styled her hair to complement her outfit.
She returned to her signature icy locks with dark roots, wearing her platinum blonde tresses in loose, beachy waves and finishing off with a charming, messy fishtail braid. Kim opted for natural and subtle makeup, consisting of shimmery brown eyeshadow and nude lips to complete the look.
Of course, Kim wasn’t the only star who turned heads with her footwear at the 2024 Met Gala. From sky-high stilettos to intricate designer sandals, here are some of the most stunning shoe moments from the night.
Stepping Out in Style: The Best Shoes at the 2024 Met Gala
At the 2024 Met Gala, celebrities showcased an array of stunning footwear that perfectly complemented their ensembles. Here are some standout shoe moments from the event:
Emily Ratajkowski’s Sparkling René Caovilla Sandals
- Event: 2024 Met Gala
- Outfit: Emily Ratajkowski graced the red carpet in a vintage Versace gown, exuding timeless elegance.
- Footwear: She completed her look with René Caovilla Chandelier stiletto sandals, adorned with hand-stitched crystal drops inspired by Venetian chandeliers.
- Details: These Italian-crafted sandals featured delicate baby crystals, a distinctive coiled snake motif, and upper bands, all atop a 4.1-inch stiletto heel.
- More Details: Emily Ratajkowski’s Met Gala 2024 footwear highlights
Zendaya’s Green ‘Tabi’ Pumps by Christian Louboutin
- Event: 2024 Met Gala
- Outfit: After a five-year hiatus, Zendaya made a triumphant return as a co-chair, captivating attendees with her garden-themed ensembles.
- Footwear: She embraced the Tabi trend, opting for green ‘Tabi’ pumps by Christian Louboutin for Maison Margiela.
- Details: These unique shoes, crafted from Eau de Nil velour and faux lizard, featured interlaced ankle straps, adding a distinctive touch to her look.
- More Details: Zendaya’s Met Gala 2024 stunning shoe choice
Kaia Gerber’s Silver Open-Toe Sandals
- Event: 2024 Met Gala
- Outfit: Kaia Gerber dazzled in an all-white Prada gown adorned with large paillettes, creating a mermaid-esque shimmer.
- Footwear: Her gown gracefully cascaded to the floor, subtly concealing her choice of footwear.
- Details: Glimpses revealed sleek, silver open-toe sandals featuring ankle straps and high heels, perfectly complementing her ensemble.
- More Details: Kaia Gerber’s elegant Met Gala 2024 shoe moment
These selections highlight the diverse and exquisite footwear choices that graced the 2024 Met Gala red carpet, each pair enhancing the overall elegance and theme of the evening.