Sporting icons brought star power and style to the 2026 Met Gala.
Sports and fashion collided at the 2026 Met Gala, with legends and present athletes turning heads on the carpet. The night showcased their style beyond the game. Here are some of the best-dressed sporting personalities of the evening.
Serena Williams and Venus Williams
Tennis royalty Serena and Venus Williams made their return to the Met Gala in contrasting looks. Serena turned heads in an all-silver ensemble that shimmered under the lights, while Venus opted for an elegant all-black outfit.
Russell Wilson
The Super Bowl-winning quarterback arrived in an all-white suit accented with gold details, perfectly coordinated with his wife, Ciara, for a unified look.
Stephen Curry and Ayesha Curry
Even with the playoffs in mind, Steph Curry showed up in style alongside Ayesha. The couple wore coordinated black Balenciaga looks. A good balance of understated elegance and high-fashion.
Alysa Liu
Fresh off being named a Louis Vuitton ambassador, Olympian figure skater Alysa Liu made her Met Gala debut in a bold all-red gown, a nod to her heritage for her debut on one of fashion’s biggest stages.
Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union
A longtime fixture on basketball’s best-dressed lists, Dwyane Wade delivered once again with a sleeveless tailored look. Alongside Gabrielle Union, the pair brought effortless chemistry to the carpet.
Paige Bueckers
The reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year leaned into creativity with a paint-splattered suit that mirrored her dynamic playstyle.
A’ja Wilson
Serving as part of the host committee, A’ja Wilson made her Met Gala debut in a bronze gown with elegance for a standout first appearance.
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