The Met Gala has become the style influence of the season. This year, the theme was Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, and this fashion night was one you did not want to miss out on. There were so many different styles, shapes, and designs for us to look at for inspiration. We have broken it down into a few of our favorite hairstyles seen at the Met Gala this year.
Rihanna
Rihanna looked stunning at The Met Gala this year, announcing her pregnancy in style! She wore a long, gently braided ponytail. This easy-going style is simple to recreate at home, and you do not have to worry about flyaway hairs, as they just add to the volume of the style.
To top off this style, Rihanna wore a statement hat that covered the height of her forehead and added height to her overall look. She was simply glowing at the Gala!
Jenna Ortega
Jenna Ortega was the belle of the ball in her shiny evening gown paired with perfectly placed curls in her hair. Jenna styled perfect, tight curls in her hair and gently draped them around her forehead and cheekbone area. These curls helped frame her face and draw attention to her gorgeous eyes.
These curls will require careful detail to get the placement correct. However, once you get it right, it will be one of your go-to hairstyles for all your formal events to come! Once you are done styling your curls, you want to ensure they stay in place by using gel spray to lock in those curls for your runway look.
Kendall Jenner
Kendall Jenner is someone we all wait with bated breath to see what gorgeous outfit and style she is going to walk down the Met Gala stairs in, and this year, she took our breath away! Kendall wore a stunning black suit paired with long, luscious curls and a middle parting,
Her hairstyle draws attention to her gorgeous train that is pinned to the back of her outfit. These curls are ideal for those with thick to medium hair densities. The middle parting allows the curls to frame her face evenly and draws attention to her stunning facial features.
Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj wore a gown designed by the iconic Thom Browne and her hairstyle matched the occasion! Nicki styled her hair with curls and went on to place these curls into a messy bun that had pieces of hair cascading down the side of her body. These long pieces balance the height of this style perfectly.
To finish off the masterpiece hairstyle, Nicki placed a gold headband and bow in her hair, which tied the entire look together. This style will take you time to recreate a home, but it will be a statement piece everyone will be talking about!
Halle Berry
Halle Berry is a style icon, and she was dripping in lace and glamour at The Met Gala this year. Halle has taken a few style ideas and tied them together in a perfect hairstyle that will suit those with a strong jawline.
Halle has classic blow-waved bangs that sit comfortably across her forehead. These bangs are perfect for people who have a high forehead and for those who want to draw attention to their eyes. The rest of her hair has been placed in a low bun which frames the back of her head and balances out the overall appearance.
Marsai Martin
Marsai Martin is showing us how amazing a pixie cut can look when styled with perfect side partings and bangs twisted on the sides of her face and around her forehead. The forehead bangs help frame her face and draw attention to her eyes, while the twist on the sides contours her cheekbones. This is what elegance looks like!
Her pixie cut is easy for you to maintain and manage with minimum trips to your stylist to ensure that your cut stays in shape and your ends stay healthy. This type of pixie cut is best suited for those with a rounder face shape or those with a diamond or heart face shape.
Lauryn Hill
Lauryn Hill is embracing the theme this year with her big, bold afro that adds all the height and volume needed to support her stunning yellow suit that was worn with a yellow, statement jacket.
Coarse hair has a tight curl pattern that naturally forms the iconic afro shape, allowing for a beautiful, voluminous look that celebrates its unique texture. Afros can reduce the need for heat or chemical treatments, which helps preserve hair health and length over time.
Anne Hathaway
To finish off our list, we have to mention Anne Hathaway and her shiny and classic Barbie-like hairstyle. A classic ponytail with luscious brunette hair is always a great go-to style because it opens up your face well and draws attention to your stunning facial features.
This youthful style is perfect for formal events and work lunches because it gives you a boss look while still looking welcoming.
This year's 2025 Met Gala was one for the books, and we cannot wait to see what the fashion designers and celebrities come up with next year. But until then, you can head over to our virtual stylist, submit a photo of yourself, and see how some of these hairstyles will look on you! You, too, can look like a million dollars with the right haircut and style!
