The Naked Dresses That Defined The 2026 Met Gala

Through iconic red carpet moments and designs that demonstrate true artistry, our concept of naked-dressing is constantly expanding. Months ago, the trend and term would've perhaps been limited to just entirely sheer dresses—now, the category has expanded to include illusions and insinuations of nudity, major cutouts and more. More or less, a naked dress is whatever you want it to be.

While some red carpets have banned naked-dressing altogether, the Met Gala is yet to set rules or limitations—and, therefore, creativity is embraced and the it-girls are showing off their bodies. Team Coveteur consists of true naked dress aficionados who stand firmly in the belief that it might just be the ultimate power move. With this Met Gala's theme being "Costume Art" and the dress code being "Fashion As Art," designers, stylists, and stars used the body as a canvas and explored how we dress ourselves.

Ahead, the naked dresses that defined the 2026 Met Gala red carpet.

Kate Moss

Kate Moss wore a black sheer lace Saint Laurent gown with a tie detail at the waist.

Zoë Kravitz

Zoë Kravitz walked the carpet in another black sheer lace look by Saint Laurent. This dress featured wide structured hips, long sleeves, and a bit of a plunging neckline.

Doechii

Doechii arrived in deep plum Marc Jacobs wrap dress that left a lot of skin exposed. And, she notably arrived barefoot with Henna adorned feet.

Simone Ashley

Simone Ashley wore a draped Stella McCartney dress constructed out of nothing but silver chains.

Gigi Hadid

Gigi Hadid's custom sheer Miu Miu dress drew inspiration from the house's Spring 1999 and 2011 collections. The hotfix crystal embellished base featured flame patches in a few spots to prevent this from being an entirely naked dress.

Tyla

Tyla wore a custom Valentino look: a top made out of diamond chains and a turquoise drop waist skirt.

Alex Consani

Alex Consani's Gucci look consisted of a black feathery skirt and nude sheer corset bodice.

Kylie Jenner

Kylie Jenner wore a custom Schiaparelli look designed to appear like a dress coming undone. The corset top was nude and featured faux nipples underneath as well as a belly button detail.