Capes, Florals, and Peekaboo Skin: Shoutout to the Men Who Went for It at the 2024 Met Gala
The 2024 Met Gala was a departure from traditional elegance. Known for its classic black tie affair, this year’s event—emphasizing “The Garden of Time” theme in honor of the exhibition “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion”—encouraged guests to embrace creativity and boldness on the red carpet.
The Evolution of Red Carpet Attire
Traditionally, men’s fashion at such events leans towards timeless elegance—tuxedos paired with watches and bow ties. However, this year saw an exciting departure from the norm.
Innovative Styles and Bold Statements
Designers like Jonathan Anderson at Loewe presented collections that challenged conventions. The result was a fascinating mix of traditional tailoring with contemporary twists:
- Josh O’Connor: Stole the spotlight in a custom Loewe ensemble, featuring an elongated split-tail coat.
- Dan Levy: Wore a black suit that transitioned into intricate floral embroidery—both romantic and daring.
The classic black suit was also reimagined by artists like Damiano David in Diesel and Eddie Redmayne in Steve O Smith, with transparency adding an intriguing peekaboo effect.
Subversion and Elegance: Miuccia Prada’s Influence
Troye Sivan made a statement with a custom Prada look that paid homage to Miuccia Prada’s 2008 collection—known for its subversive take on menswear. His ensemble included a powder blue button-down and an open-back shirt, styled with garter straps.
Embracing Transparency and Skin
The theme of revealing skin was expertly explored through various looks:
- Rauw Alejandro: Wore a Ludovic de Saint Sernin chainmail apron shirt, subtly hinting at his silhouette.
The Majestic Cape
Capes and caped coats took center stage as symbols of style and grandeur:
- Colman Domingo, Lewis Hamilton, Jeremy Pope: Embraced the cape trend in brands like Willy Chavarria, Burberry, and Tanner Fletcher.
Usher added a dramatic flair with his coat styled as both a cape and train, accentuated by red-dipped roses.
Blooms of Elegance
Fashion-forward choices included floral accessories:
- Morgan Spector: Adorned his Willy Chavarria jacket with red silk faille poppies.
- Bad Bunny: Carried a bouquet of fabric flowers in his Maison Margiela Artisanal look.
The Takeaway
This year’s Met Gala was a testament to the evolving nature of menswear on the red carpet. By embracing themes of time, elegance, and subversion, attendees showcased that fashion is an ever-changing art form.
Scroll through to see every standout look from this unforgettable night:
- Dan Levy in Loewe – Taylor Hill/Getty Images
- Lewis Hamilton in Burberry – Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images
Stay tuned for more exclusive stories and behind-the-scenes coverage from the Met Gala 2024.