Beauty
From finger waves to spiral braids.
From Rihanna’s red mermaid braid to Lily Collins’ bold bouffant and Gigi Hadid’s elaborate crimson pony, the first Monday in May has never failed to make hairstory. And the hairstyles at the 2022 Met Gala has proven to be no different — if not even more of a spectacle than the star-studded celebration usually is. This year’s theme was “Gilded Glamour,” after all, and so attendees will have paid homage to 19th century-era decadence and prestige with unique and modern twists. In other words: They’ve pulled out all the stops this year, because the theme is basically to go big or go home.
Some stars, such as Laura Harrier and Euphoria’s Maude Apatow, took a literal approach to the theme with flapper-era finger waves. Others, like supermodel Kaia Garber, went the avant-garde route by trading in old Hollywood glamour for full-throttle volume. Then there’s Camila Cabello, who donned an effortlessly tousled updo adorned with floral components. Others... well, you’ll just have to take a look for yourself.
Below, see the most memorable hairstyles from the 2022 Met Gala red carpet, which range from metallic accents to retro-inspired bobs.
1Teyana Taylor’s Avant-Garde Tiara
Teyana Taylor gave old-fashioned tiaras a run for their money with this avant-garde headpiece.
2Kaia Gerber’s Larger-Than-Life Curls
Kaia Gerber traded in last year’s more subdued hairstyle for this show-stopping take on voluminous curls, which she adorned with silver hair clps that match her Alexander McQueen gown.
3Camila Cabello’s Floral Topknot
Camila Cabello wore her hair in an effortlessly tousled updo, featuring floral components and face-framing tendrils.
4Maude Apatow’s Finger Waves
Maude Apatow donned classic Old Hollywood-style finger waves, which the actor paired perfectly with a plum lip and diamond choker.
5Normani’s Side-Swept Updo
Normani wore her hair in a side-swept beehive updo, complete with an extravagant hat.
6Megan Thee Stallion’s Sleek Bun
Megan Thee Stallion looked like a gilded goddess in her head-to-toe golden ensemble. She wore her hair back into a sleek bun complete with subtle waves for more retro vibes.
7Rachel Brosnahan’s Baby Bangs
Rachel Brosnahan rocked baby bangs on the red carpet with the rest of her hair slicked back into a partial bun.
8Winnie Harlow’s Show-Stopping Headpiece
Supermodel Winnie Harlow turned heads in this intricately captivating white-and-gold headpiece.
9Kris Jenner’s ’60s-Style Bob
Kris Jenner’s flipped bob gave major ’60s vibes. She even wore the retro ‘do with side-swept bangs.
10Caroline Trentini’s Structural Updo
Model Carole Trentini’s unique updo was a fan favorite, and not without good reason. It took the sleek bun to new heights (literally).
11SZA’s Regency-Era Curls
SZA rocked regency-era ringlets at the Met Gala, giving the Bridgerton cast a run for their money.
12Dove Cameron’s Y2K-Style Half-Updo
Dove Cameron paid homage to the early aughts with her spiky half updo which she wore in a middle part.
13Laura Harrier’s Flipped Ends
Laura Harrier’s flipped bob-slash-finger wave hairstyle gave all the Old Hollywood glamour vibes.
14Alicia Keys’ Spiral Braid
Talk about a whole new take on an updo: Alicia Keys wore her hair in one long braid, tied through disc-like spirals for a futuristic aesthetic.
15Olivia Rodrigo’s Butterfly Clips
Olivia Rodrigo, the unofficial princess of Y2K trends, rocked early 2000s-era purple butterfly clips that matched her sparkling gown.
16Cardi B’s Classic Updo
Cardi B evoked pure Old Hollywood elegance with this classic updo.
