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K-Pop Idols and K-Drama Stars Who Stunned at the Met Gala 2026
BY Rika-go · May 7, 2026
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The Met Gala 2026 returned on May 4 with this year’s theme “Costume Art” and dress code “Fashion Is Art,” transforming the red carpet into a showcase of sculptural couture and artistic fashion. Among the night’s biggest highlights was the strong presence of K-pop idols and Korean actors, who represented major luxury houses while continuing to expand their influence across global entertainment and fashion industries.
Let’s take a look at all the K-pop idols and K-drama stars who attended this year’s Met Gala with stunning fashion moments.
Jisoo
Jisoo officially made her long-awaited Met Gala debut, becoming the final BLACKPINK member to attend the prestigious event. Representing Dior as a global ambassador, she wore a breathtaking custom gown created under Jonathan Anderson’s direction for the fashion house. Sculptural floral elements echoed her hairstyle, while luxurious Cartier jewellery completed the elegant look.
Ahn Hyo Seop
Ahn Hyo Seop made his Met Gala debut with Valentino and became the first Korean actor to attend the gala in eleven years. wore a Maison Valentino patchwork tuxedo designed with gold-and-black tapestry textures, traditional frog closures, and a sweeping red scarf. The museum-inspired ensemble transformed his look into a wearable art installation.
Jennie
Jennie returned to the Met Gala representing Chanel in a glamorous metallic-embroidered strapless column gown. The design featured a structured bustier adorned with blue sequin leaf patterns and reportedly required 540 hours of craftsmanship alongside 15,000 embroidered details. The look paired with Chanel jewellery, soft makeup, and an elegant updo finished with a vintage-inspired kiss curl.
Lisa
Lisa returned to the Met Gala in one of the evening’s most avant-garde looks. She wore a dramatic couture creation by designer Robert Wun that featured hyper-realistic 3D-printed arms that appeared to hold a floating veil in place, referencing movement and form. The ensemble transformed Lisa into a living sculpture and instantly became one of the most viral fashion moments of the night.
Rose´
As a global ambassador for Saint Laurent, Rosé continued her signature sleek aesthetic at the Met Gala 2026. She arrived in an elegant all-black silhouette enhanced with a striking bird-shaped brooch positioned at the waist. The understated yet sophisticated styling aligned perfectly with her previous fashion appearances.
Jung Ho Yeon
Jung Ho Yeon represented Louis Vuitton in a sophisticated all-black custom gown. The fitted high-neck design featured delicate floral embellishments cascading across the skirt, combining minimalism with couture craftsmanship. The model-actress once again demonstrated why she remains one of Korea’s strongest global fashion ambassadors.
Karina
Attending as a Prada representative, aespa leader Karina delivered one of the evening’s most culturally inspired looks with a modern hanbok-inspired ensemble. The outfit combined a sleeveless white satin gown featuring a tablier neckline embroidered with jet beads and silver crystals, paired with a dramatic black cape trailing behind her.
Ningning
Ningning has been named Gucci’s newest brand ambassador and fir the Met Gala 2026, she embraced dramatic high fashion in a black gown designed under creative director Demna. The striking dress featured layers of structured black tulle arranged into bold sculptural ruffles that expanded around her silhouette.
Which star impressed you the most with their Met Gala 2026 look? Comment below!
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