Celebrity Beauty
The Most Stunning Beauty Looks At The 2025 Met Gala
The stars came out to play.
The Met Gala 2025 is officially here. This year’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” delivered total sartorial joy, and the world got to feast its eyes on just as much excellence in the glam department.
Hair and makeup go hand-in-hand for fashion’s biggest night, and as the red carpet came and went with a bang, the stars pulled out all the stops as usual. This time, fans saw a rise in elegance that coincided with the theme. It was meant to feel sophisticated and rooted in history, yet modern all at once. What’s not to love?
This year, an abundance of intricate updos felt like a welcome blast from the past. Of course, some celebrities still went for slicked-back buns, while others sported messy hairstyles that reflected the rise of grunge beauty.
As for A-listers’ complexions, radiance still reigned supreme. While eyes and lips were fair game, barely-there foundation was on the rise.
Read on for the best hair and makeup at this year’s event.
1Jenna Ortega’s Gilded Glamour
It’s hard to decide which aspect of Jenna Ortega’s glam was the most gorgeous: Her high-contrast lip with a glossy finish, her ultra-thin brows, or her sultry cut-crease eyeshadow. The star’s makeup won, hands down. And that’s before you even get to her stunning curls.
2Nicole Kidman’s Swoopy Pixie
Nicole Kidman knows how to make a statement with her hair, and this swoopy pixie cut brought all the head-turning flair. Artist Gucci Westman added a rosy flush to Kidman’s cheeks using products from her eponymous brand Westman Atelier.
3Madonna’s Bold Plum Lip
It’s Madonna — of course, she’s going to pull out a show-stopping look at the Met Gala. For the evening, she went for a sleek yet relaxed ponytail styled by celebrity hairstylist and brand founder, Andrew Fitzsimons, who used his body volume blowdry hold spray. The cherry on top? A bold pop of color courtesy of a plum lip.
4Keke Palmer’s Dandy Feather
Keke Palmer always gets it, and for the 2025 Met Gala, she made sure to embody the evening’s fancy vibes by pairing her sleek copper hair with a cool feather on top.
5Anok Yai’s Holographic Blush
Have you ever seen prettier blush? Anok Yai just might have kick-started the trend of holographic blush and made it the look to have this summer.
6Sadie Sink’s Romantic Updo
Sadie Sink brought all the romance and softness to the blue carpet this year. With her curled strawberry blonde hair styled into a messy bun, she was nothing short of radiant.
7Alex Cosani’s Avant-Garde Brows
Just when you think you’ll know what you can expect at the Met Gala, Alex Consani reinvents the game. Along with a sculptural eyeliner, the supermodel paired her makeup look with statement gems along her brows.
8Lewis Hamilton’s Glowy Complexion
It’d be a disservice not to spotlight Lewis Hamilton’s subtle glow. As one of this year’s co-chairs, he knew all eyes would be on him, which is why he tapped the imitable Pat McGrath for his skin prep.
9Charli XCX’s Messy Strands
The world’s favorite party girl made quite the splash this year. With her signature wavy hair, Charli XCX pulled her raven strands to the top of her crown — and adorned them with feathers for added glitz.
10Pamela Anderson’s Blunt Bob
Pamela Anderson always delivers, but her bob with micro bangs was an unexpected yet welcome surprise. It was incredibly chic, and gorgeously retro with her extra-thin, high brows.
11Lizzo’s Dark Lip Combo
Lizzo went for all the dramatics when she chose to pair her dark lipstick with a bright blonde hairstyle, and I’m so here for it.
12Doja Cat’s Statement Eyeshadow
Doja Cat went all-in on her bold look when she decided to pair her matte pastel eyeshadow with a show-stopping red lip that was so ‘80s. It was glamorous and a bit out there at the same time, a tell-tale sign that it was the work of Dame Pat McGrath.
13Megan Thee Stallion’s Tiered Ponytail
While kiss curl updos seemed to be this year’s Met Gala breakout trend, Megan Thee Stallion went for something with a bit more attitude. Created by hairstylist Kellon Deryck, he pulled her fiery locks into a tiered high ponytail using Tangle Teezer brushes before adorning it with crystals. Her strands fell into mermaid waves down her back for a finishing result of being pure perfection.
14Lana Del Rey’s Swirly Bun
Lana Del Rey looked like a fairytale come to life with her sculptural bun. The dreamy look was taken to the next level with her nude lipstick and bronze eyeshadow.
15Dua Lipa’s Betty Boop Hair
Dua Lipa or Betty Boop? The singer appeared as though she stepped out of a time capsule with her vintage-inspired bun and waves.
16Sydney Sweney’s Double Eyeliner
Sydney Sweeney’s makeup artist Melissa Hernandez went for a statement-making double liner that made her eyes look doll-like. As for her hair, celebrity hairstylist Glen Oropeza nailed the delicacy her bun required, which was artfully styled face-framing pieces.
17Doechii’s Circular Fro
Doechii amped up the nostalgia for the 2025 Met Gala. In her Louis Vuitton suit, the Swamp Princess added a bright pink blush that felt larger than life. Her hair was worn in a stunning circular afro, and her lips were lined with a deep shade that matched her bow.
18Rihanna’s Major Glow
Rihanna had a major announcement to share last night, and her glam — courtesy of Fenty Beauty — gave her that extra glow on top of her natural radiance. Her MUA, Priscilla Ono, went for natural glam with a luminous and contoured base. Her coral cheeks and dusty-pink lip tied everything together beautifully.
19Zendaya’s Doll Lashes
Zendaya was the epitome of regal dandyism in a custom Louis Vuitton design by Pharrell Williams. Her large hat draped over her face, but her rosy-bronze eyes were still visible if you looked closely (and why wouldn’t you want to?). Her doll lashes also accentuated her tight-lined eyes, which were created with a rich, brown liner.
20Venus Williams’ Metallic Braids
Venus Williams went for a classic and timeless hairstyle that packed a punch. Her silver bead-covered braids were created by celebrity hairstylist Araxi Lindsey, who secured everything in place with the Matrix Vavoom Triple Freeze Extra Dry Hairspray.
