Nicole Kidman's Met Gala Look
Nicole Kidman wore a custom Chanel gown by Matthieu Blazy designed specifically for her Met Gala co-chair appearance. The dress featured a drop-waisted silhouette with an all-over sequin finish and feathered trim, rendered in a deep red hue that paid homage to both love and New York City. Styled by Jason Bolden, the look drew inspiration from the theatrical glamour of productions like Moulin Rouge. She completed the ensemble with an archival Omega 'Manhattan' watch from 1982, crafted from 18-karat white and yellow gold and adorned with a total of 224 diamonds across the bezel, bracelet, and hour markers.
Sunday Rose's Debut and Rule-Breaking
Sunday Rose made her Met Gala debut at age 17, breaking the event's age limit rule that typically requires attendees to be 18 years or older. An exception was made for the teenager, likely because her mother Nicole Kidman was serving as one of the gala's four co-chairs alongside Beyoncé, Venus Williams, and Vogue editor Anna Wintour. Sunday Rose wore a stunning sugary-pink Dior gown with a matching statement earring that adhered to the evening's 'Fashion Is Art' dress code.
Coordinated Beauty and Hair
For the special mother-daughter moment, makeup artist Gucci Westman and hairstylist Adir Abergel created coordinated beauty looks that served as a visual thread connecting Nicole and Sunday Rose. Both wore sleek, slicked-back tight hairstyles that showcased their features while allowing their individual expressions to shine. Abergel described the styling approach as creating 'a true homage to their beautiful red carpet moment,' weaving together femininity, strength, and artistry.
Nicole Kidman's Met Gala Legacy
This marked Nicole Kidman's seventh Met Gala attendance since her debut in 2003, when she wore a glimmering Tom Ford-for-Gucci gown. Throughout the years, she has consistently understood the assignment, carefully considering themes and dress codes while wearing everything from archival Chanel to brand-new custom Balenciaga. Her Chanel look at the 2026 gala served as one of her best Met moments to date, exemplifying her understanding of theatrical glamour and fashion storytelling.