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Home • Met Gala

Best Hairstyles From The MET Gala

As we anticipate the high-fashion hairstyles on Monday's Costume Institute Gala red carpet, we reflect on our favorites from previous years.
By Deena Campbell · Updated October 27, 2020
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Gray Matter

Before the gray hair trend became mainstream, Nicole Richie was spotted at the 2013 MET Gala in a gray short pixie cut.

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Punk Pompadour

Jennifer Lopez’s punk-inspired pompadour turned heads all night at the 2013 MET Gala.

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Flapper-Inspired

Lupita’s standout emerald green headpiece was the perfect complement to her coifed to the side natural updo. Normally opting for a more conservative red carpet look, Lupita served a more fun and flapper-inspired appearance in a green Prada gown.

Best Hairstyles From The MET Gala
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French-Braided Updo

Gabrielle hit the red carpet at the 2014 MET Gala in a French-braided updo.

Best Hairstyles From The MET Gala
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Afrocentric

Solange paired her Kenzo dress with big hair at the 2013 MET Gala. 

Best Hairstyles From The MET Gala
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Fishtail Fun

Joan Smalls rocked the fishtail of all fishtails at the 2014 MET Gala. Did you peep the cute ear cuff, too?!

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Messy Updo

Rihanna brought her A game with a messy updo at the 2014 MET Gala. We love the curly pieces cascading over her face.

Best Hairstyles From The MET Gala
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