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Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks

Camp but make it practical. 
Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks
By Dominique Hobdy · Updated October 23, 2020

If you’re still reeling from the extravaganza that was the Met Gala, join the club!

The annual event hosted by the Metropolitan Museum of Art was an explosion of grandiose fashion that tickled all of our senses.

If you’re still clutching your pearls but are also intrigued, we feel you — same here.

While it may not be practical to go full out camp in your daily life, it’s definitely possible to add some camp elements to your wardrobe!

In honor of some of our favorite stars and their flamboyant looks, we’re helping you rework the campiest moments into an everyday slay!

Shop below!

01
Serena Williams
Serena Williams stepped out in a Versace neon yellow gown with pink flower appliques.
Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks
02
Limoncello Strapless Midi Dress, $150
This strapless number is a bit pared down from Serena’s version but still gives you a fun yellow hue with pink floral details.
Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks
Nordstrom
available at Nordstrom $150 Shop Now
03
Lupita Nyong’o
Lupita arrived at the Met Gala decked out in an extravagant rainbow Versace gown.
Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks
04
Over the Rainbow Top, $78
Add a dose of vibrant rainbow color to your wardrobe with this top.
Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks
Shopbop
available at Shopbop $78 Shop Now
05
Solange Knowles
Solange taps into her animal instincts with this custom Salvatore Ferragamo ensemble.
Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks
06
Etalisien Mule, $90
Take a cue from Solange with these killer python mules that will elevate your shoe game.
Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks
Aldo Shoes
available at Aldo Shoes $90 Shop Now
07
Tiffany Haddish
Tiffany Haddish goes full out camp in a Michael Kors flared pantsuit.
Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks
08
Scarlett Dress, $119
Okay so, maybe you can’t see yourself rocking a full out Zebra suit. This button-down frock gives the same vibe without the shock value.
Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks
Shopbop
available at Shopbop $119 Shop Now
09
Billy Porter
The one and only Billy Porter shut the red carpet down in this ensemble by The Blonds.
Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks
10
V Neck Fringe Top, $675
If you’re ready to splurge on a bit of gold fringe extravagance a la Billy, this is the top for you.
Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks
Shopbop
available at Shopbop $675 Shop Now
11
Yara Shahidi
Yara Shahidi gave us all the regal vibes in this stunning Prada look.
Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks
12
Merida Corset Top, $56
Yara’s ensemble has convinced us that we need a corset top in our lives.
Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks
Revolve
available at Revolve $56 Shop Now
13
Kerry Washington
Kerry Washingon gave us a major glam moment in this tiered pink Tory Burch look.
Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks
14
Villa Tiered Midi Skirt, $160
This tiered pink skirt will add a bit of whimsical glam to any outfit.
Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks
Anthropologie
available at Anthropologie $160 Shop Now
15
Lena Waithe
Lena Waithe rocked an epic custom suit by Kerby Jean-Raymond (pictured) of Pyer Moss.
Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks
16
ASOS DESIGN White Pinstripe Suit Blazer, $87
If Lena’s suit reminded you that you need a pinstripe blazer in your life, we’ve got you covered.
Get The Met Gala Look! Tap Into the Camp Trend With These Celeb-Inspired Picks
ASOS
available at ASOS $87 Shop Now
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