This Was the Biggest Trend on the Met Gala Red Carpet

Metallics are having a moment.

May 3, 2016

Image may contain Jourdan Dunn Anna Ewers Joan Smalls Human Person Clothing Apparel Fashion Evening Dress and Robe

One of the best parts of the [Met Gala] (http://www.teenvogue.com/search?q=met+gala) is seeing how celebrities and designers interpret the theme into gowns. When you think about technology and machinery, you probably visualize big metal structures. So, it’s no surprise that the Met Gala red carpet was filled with metallic dresses and accents to go with the “Manus X Machina” theme. From host Taylor’s Swift’s surprising [Louis Vuitton] ( http://www.teenvogue.com/story/met-gala-2016-taylor-swift-brie-larson-dress) to Kylie Jenner and Kim Kardashian’s stand-out Balmain gowns, the carpet was littered with silvery refelctive looks.

Click ahead to see all your fave celebs sporting what might just be the biggest red carpet trend of 2016.

1/12
Joan Smalls and Jourdan Dunn in Balmain, Anna Ewers in Jason Wu.
Photo: Getty Images
2/12
Kylie Jenner in Balmain
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Kylie Jenner attends the "Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology" Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images)

Photo: Getty Images
3/12
Taylor Swift in Louis Vuitton
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Taylor Swift attends the "Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology" Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images)
Getty Images
4/12
Kim Kardashian in Balmain
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Kim Kardashian West attends the "Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology" Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images)

FilmMagic
5/12
Joan Smalls in Balmain
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Moddel Joan Smalls attends the "Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology" Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Venturelli/FilmMagic)
Getty Images
6/12
Brie Larson in Proenza Schouler
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Actress Brie Larson attends the "Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology" Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images)

Getty Images
7/12
Poppy Delevingne in Marchesa
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Poppy Delevingne attends the "Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology" Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images)
Getty Images
8/12
Anna Ewers in Jason Wu
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Anna Ewers attends the "Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology" Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images)

WireImage
9/12
Jourdan Dunn in Balmain
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Jourdan Dunn arrives for the "Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology" Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage)
Getty Images
10/12
Rita Ora in Vera Wang
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Rita Ora attends the "Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology" Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by John Shearer/Getty Images)

WireImage
11/12
Cindy Crawford in Balmain
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Cindy Crawford attends "Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology" Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage)
12/12
Want more Teen Vogue? Like us on Facebook to stay in the know!

Alyssa Hardy is the Digital Director of Teen Vogue. She is a journalist and the author of “Worn Out: How Our Clothes Cover Up Fashion’s Sins.” She was formerly the Fashion News Editor at Teen Vogue and the Senior News Editor at InStyle. Her work has appeared in Vogue, Business ... Read More

Contributing Editor

Keywordsmet gala 2016 teen vogue instagram Met Gala Met Ball

Celebrity Style

Every Single Must-See Outfit from the Met Gala Red Carpet

What your favorite stars wore to fashion prom.

52 slides

By Taylor Davies

Shopping

20 Best Swimsuits for Teens That Are Cute, Trendy, and Comfortable

We've put together the best options, from one-piece swimsuits to bikini tops and bottoms.

By Brittany Romano

Style

From Jennie to Stray Kids, See the Best Gov Ball Outfits of 2026

See what celebs wore during the three-day festival run in one place.

By Sara Delgado

Shopping

We Found Period Swimwear That’s Both Leakproof and Cute

Hit the beach and pool all summer long!

By Brittany Romano

Style

Bright Says Burberry's Soccer Campaign Made His Inner Child Very Happy

The Thai actor and singer shares all the details on his personal style, working with Burberry, and being a soccer fan.

By K-Ci Williams

Identity

Zaya Wade Says Trans Youth Are “Meant to Be Seen”

We caught up with the 19-year-old at the Translatable Ball masquerade.

By Honestine Fraser

Entertainment

'Avatar the Last Airbender' Cast Catch Each Other's Lies

The cast of Avatar: The Last Airbender sits down with Teen Vogue for a game of Are You FR?, where they reveal what's fact—and what's a lie. From behind-the-scenes stories and cast dynamics to surprising confessions and internet speculation, the stars of Avatar: The Last Airbender set the record straight. Watch to find out what's really true. 🌊🔥🌎💨 Season 2 of Avatar: The Last Airbender is available to stream June 25 exclusively on Netflix