Kim Kardashian made a statement at the 2021 Met Gala with her tribute to legendary fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld. Kardashian’s custom Schiaparelli ensemble was adorned with numerous strands of pearls, paying homage to Lagerfeld’s iconic use of the gemstone in his designs.
In an interview with Vogue’s livestream from the red carpet, Kardashian shared her inspiration for the look. “I thought, ‘What is more Karl?’ You know, the iconic Chanel pearls is what I always thought of. So we wanted to just be dripping in pearls,” she said.
The reality TV star’s ensemble featured a tan corset with multiple strands of pearls and a full-length skirt made entirely of pearls. While the outfit received widespread praise for its elegance, some social media users compared it to Kardashian’s near-naked photoshoot from the first season of “Keeping Up with the Kardashians.”
Kardashian’s half-sisters, Kylie and Kendall Jenner, also made appearances at the Met Gala. Kylie wore a custom Jean Paul Gaultier gown, while Kendall glittered in a black sequin Marc Jacobs leotard with knee-high boots. Jacobs, who was interviewed on Vogue’s livestream, paid tribute to Lagerfeld’s “unbridled creativity” and his status as a “true fashion designer.”
The Met Gala has become a mainstay for the Kardashian-Jenner family in recent years, with the family regularly making headlines for their bold fashion choices. At last year’s event, Kardashian made waves when she wore the dress worn by Marilyn Monroe when she sang “Happy Birthday” to President John F. Kennedy in 1962. This year, Kardashian’s provocative “faceless” Balenciaga gown that covered her from head to toe also drew attention.
Overall, the 2021 Met Gala showcased a variety of bold and creative looks, with celebrities paying tribute to legendary designers like Lagerfeld and showcasing their own unique styles. Kardashian’s pearl-encrusted ensemble was just one example of the creativity and glamour on display at the event.