MET Gala 2024: When fashion dreams turn to extravagant extremes

The theme for the MET Gala 2024, "Garden of Time," inspired a slew of ensembles that evoked a fairy-tale realm and paid homage to floral forms in all their glory. However, it also gave rise to stunning and perplexing looks. The most questionable styles from the MET Gala 2024 will undoubtedly be remembered for a long time. Here's why.

Cardi B's ensemble for the MET Gala 2024, with its grand staircase-engulfing train, rivalled even the iconic seven-meter train of Princess Diana's wedding gown. The star required several assistants to manage its spread, making it impossible for her to pose with anyone else—unless captured through a wide-angle lens.

The blending of men's and women's fashion has become more prevalent, and it's not uncommon to see lingerie influences during the daytime. However, Jeremy Pope's choice to wear a garter belt over his trousers sparked controversy. While bold and imaginative, it lacked sophistication.

Doja Cat's approach to the gala's dress code was anything but conventional. Opting for an extended T-shirt that mimicked a gown, she took an easier route and ended up drenched on the staircase for her moment.

Demi Moore made her statement at the gala with a heart-shaped structure adorned with a massive flower, ditching a traditional bow. The dress's design overwhelmed her, so her attire in photographs overshadowed her presence.

Serena Williams struck a balance between the divine and the futuristic with her ensemble, invoking the image of a Greek goddess clad in aluminium. While the texture was striking, the material trailing from her shoulder and attached as a train was overkill.

Kylie Minogue's dress featured aged denim, a fabric not typically associated with high fashion galas. Despite its glittery and translucent "patches," the effect fell short of galactic elegance.

From the front, Rita Ora's outfit captivated with its control over the fringes, but the rearview told a different story. Her see-through jumpsuit left little to the imagination, revealing more than intended.

Her innovative aquarium dress marked Amelia Gray's MET Gala appearance. The plastic piece, designed to resemble a skirt with floating purple roses, was original but controversial.