Sam Smith Reveals Met Gala 2026 Outfit Weighed 52 Pounds

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Sam Smithjust revealed the unholy size of their 2026 Met Gala look.

Though their mermaid dress, created by Christian Cowan, featured wing-like sleeves, the outfit was surprisingly substantial and not light at all.

Sam Smith told Emma Chamberlain of Vogue that the outfit weighed 52 pounds, joking it was “the heaviest thing I’ve ever worn” and felt like a serious workout.

Despite appearing restrictive, the 33-year-old artist found the heavy fabric surprisingly energizing, describing it as a supportive structure for their shoulders. They didn’t choose to wear the elaborate gown themselves—their partner of almost four years suggested it.

Christian explained to Vogue that Sam had asked for a lighter design, but he didn’t fulfill the request. He jokingly apologized, adding that the final look was inspired by the lavish style of the 1920s.

Following the event’s “Fashion is Art” theme, Sam’s dress – complete with a fluffy collar and feather headdress – was inspired by the iconic Art Deco illustrator Erté. Christian, meanwhile, complemented Sam’s look at the “Costume Art” event with a sleek, all-black textured suit.

I was absolutely floored when I learned how many beads went into creating Sam’s incredible dress! The designer shared that it took a whopping 255,000 beads to achieve that stunning embroidered look. It really puts the craftsmanship into perspective, doesn’t it?

Even though the dress was heavy, the singer of “Dancing With a Stranger,” who has been with Christian since 2022, said she wouldn’t have wanted anyone else to help her create the outfit.

They were thrilled, saying this person truly understands their body. It’s their third Met Gala together, and they love collaborating and creating a shared vision as a couple.

Sam turned to their partner and said, “I’m so happy to be with you and share in your amazing abilities.”

Read on to see some of the best looks from this year’s Met Gala…

The singer, known as “Manchild,” followed the “Fashion Is Art” theme by wearing a Dior dress decorated with celluloid film strips from the classic movie Sabrina. She finished the outfit with Christian Louboutin heels.

Rihanna, known for her hit song “Work”, dazzled in a Maison Margiela gown covered in over 115,000 crystals, vintage jewels, and unique embellishments.

The YouTuber looked like she had just stepped out of an oil painting in this custom Mugler design.

The Grammy-winning artist celebrated the human form with a stunning gown by Olivier Rousteing, designed to look like a skeleton.

Though she wasn’t wearing Prada, the actress from Devil Wears Prada 2 still perfectly captured the “Fashion Is Art” theme in a stunning Michael Kors gown. The dress featured unique, hand-painted artwork by artist Peter McGough.

The star of Heated Rivalry turned heads on the red carpet, wearing a Saint Laurent outfit that included a polka-dot halter top with a long, flowing train.

Tennis star Venus Williams, a co-chair of the 2026 Met Gala, perfectly captured the “Costume Art” theme. She wore a stunning gown covered in Swarovski crystals and a bold necklace designed after the iconic Wimbledon plate.

The rapper explained to Vogue that her silicone Saint Laurent dress was designed to look like the flowing fabric on an ancient Greek statue.

Following the event’s “Fashion is Art” theme, Kardashian worked with British artist Allen Jones, who created a fiberglass breastplate for her to wear.

The actress from Euphoria seemed inspired by Gustav Klimt’s 1912 painting, “Mäda Primavesi,” with her Prada outfit.

Oh my gosh, you will NOT believe Hailey’s dress! It was Saint Laurent, and it was like, a work of art. Seriously, the top part was sculpted – like actual sculpture – and get this, it was made of 24-karat GOLD! I’m obsessed. It was so her, and so stunning. I need it in my life!

The singer of “Water” turned up the heat in a revealing, custom-made Valentino dress, paying tribute to the Costume Institute’s exhibition focused on the body.

Hairstylist Yusef Williams explained to TopMob News that he wanted her look to be soft and artistic, almost like a sculpture.

He explained that he created the style by first using the Wavytalk Steam Sesh to straighten the roots, then defining the curls with the Cool Curl Pencil. Finally, he used the Turblow Pro diffuser to set the style and keep it lasting.

The rapper certainly lived up to the name ‘Fashion Killa’ with his outfit: a custom-made pink wool robe from Chanel, complete with black satin details.

The gown worn by the actress, named Michael, was custom-made by DiPetsa and designed to look like the flowing fabrics often seen in Italian sculptures.

Keke Palmer looked stunning at the event in a vibrant red Prabal Gurung outfit, complete with matching accessories. And her jewelry wasn’t just beautiful – her Wempe necklace was actually worth a million dollars!

The lead actress from KPop Demon Hunters honored her Korean roots with a Swarovski outfit inspired by the beautiful gowns worn by Joseon dynasty courtesans.

She told Vogue that these women were truly artists – the most sophisticated and cultured people of their era, excelling in music, poetry, and lively discussion.

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2026-05-05 21:17