Fashion

Ahead of the Met Gala, a look back at the most over-the-top couture ’fits in street style

By Irene Kim

Photo: Phil Oh

The Met Gala is nine days away, and to get into the mood, we’re looking at some of the most extravagant outfits in our street style archive. From Timothée Chalamet’s custom-designed Haider Ackerman ’fit to Kylie Jenner’s iconic Schiaparelli lion-head gown, these looks take the drama level to the max. Scroll through for the most over-the-top couture looks in street style below.

Paris, spring 2023 couture. Photo: Phil Oh

Paris, spring 2023 couture. Photo: Phil Oh

Paris, spring 2024 couture. Photo: Phil Oh

Paris, fall 2023 couture . Photo: Paris, fall 2023 couture

Paris, spring 2019 couture. Photo: Phil Oh

Paris, spring 2023 couture. Photo: Phil Oh

Paris, fall 2019 couture. Photo: Phil Oh

Paris, fall 2018 couture. Photo: Phil Oh

Paris, spring 2023 couture. Photo: Phil Oh

Paris, fall 2022 couture . Photo: Phil Oh

Paris, spring 2017 couture. Photo: Phil Oh

Paris, fall 2022 couture . Photo: Phil Oh