Look. I love a Kylie Met Gala moment as much as the next internet fashion sleuth, but this year? Kylie Jenner gave us a decent look—not a gag-worthy one. And I’m still sitting here waiting for the drama, the extravaganza, the fashion moment that makes me pause the livestream and whisper, “She did that.”
It’s the first Monday in May, so naturally the world turned its gaze to New York City’s most fashionable carpet, and, like clockwork, Kylie appeared. She’s been a staple at the Met since her 2016 debut, so expectations? Sky-high. Add in the ongoing “Will they, won’t they?” speculation about a red carpet moment with Timothée Chalamet (spoiler: they won’t, not tonight), and this was poised to be one for the books.
Instead, we got… a fitted, semi-sheer black corset gown from Ferragamo. Tasteful? Yes. On theme? Definitely—“Tailored For You” was the brief and this was tailored to Kylie’s famously snatched frame to a T. But memorable? Ehhh. I’m not racing to save this to my Met Gala mood board, let’s put it that way.
To be fair, she looked beautiful (she always does), and there’s no denying the craftsmanship in that bejeweled fabric. But this is the same woman who wore a baseball cap and wedding dress in 2022, and somehow made that chaotic combo iconic. I miss that Kylie. The risk-taker. The fashion troll. The main character.
That said, this year wasn’t just about the look—it was emotional, too. Kylie’s longtime hairstylist and friend, Jesus Guerrero, passed away earlier this year, and she paid tribute to him on Instagram before the event. She posted a sweet throwback from the 2024 Met Gala, showing Jesus helping her prep for the night. In February, she wrote that he was “a light in my life… a source of laughter, comfort, love, and unwavering support.”
So maybe this year’s Met Gala wasn’t about the spectacle. Maybe it was about showing up quietly, in something that felt familiar and comforting. Maybe Kylie didn’t come to steal the show—maybe she came to honor someone who helped her shine so many times before.
And honestly? I respect that.
Still, next year… bring back the drama, Kylie. Please. For me. For fashion. For the group chat.