Cardi B wasn't feeling her best at the 2026 Met Gala, but that didn't stop her from showing up in style.
The 33-year-old rapper attended the event on 4th May and revealed on the red carpet that she had been unwell even before arriving at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. As she made her way up the iconic steps, she shared that she was dealing with a fever and wasn’t in good health.
Cardi B's Met Gala Look
Despite being sick, Cardi pushed through and made a bold fashion statement in a custom gown by Marc Jacobs from his Fall 2025 collection. The dramatic lace outfit covered her from head to toe, featuring oversized detailing around the shoulders and hem.
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The dress blended shades of purple, pink, and orange into a soft nude tone, paired with light pink gloves and intricate black leaf stitching. The overall design was inspired by the work of Hans Bellmer, known for his surreal, life-sized doll sculptures.
2026 Met Gala Theme
The 2026 Met Gala followed the theme Fashion Is Art, tied to the museum's Costume Art exhibition. The event was co-chaired by stars including Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour.
Cardi B has built a reputation for unforgettable Met Gala looks over the years. In 2025, she wore a striking ivy-colored suit by Burberry, designed by Daniel Lee. The outfit included a silk shirt with ruffled details and velvet trousers, along with a back cutout that showed off her tattoos.
In previous years, she has gone viral for her bold fashion choices, including a dramatic black gown with a beehive-style headpiece and even multiple outfit changes in a single night, proving she remains one of the most talked-about stars on the Met Gala carpet.
