Spring and Summer Outfit Ideas Inspired by the 2024 Met Gala
The Met Gala, one of the most anticipated events in the fashion calendar, never fails to inspire with its extravagant themes and jaw-dropping celebrity looks. In 2024, the Met Gala theme was "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion," and the dress code for the attendees was “Garden of Time”.
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The Costume Institute’s theme as well as the accompanying dress code requires quite a complex, yet beautiful, explanation. But to be concise, the theme and dress code was all about fleeting beauty. As with any art, the theme and dress code can be interpreted in so many ways. The red carpet was filled with florals, beautifully distressed gowns and textured nudes that symbolized the sands of time or the passage of time.
While the red carpet showcased an array of stunning designer ensembles, not everyone can afford the price tags that come with haute couture. Fortunately, we can take inspiration from the best looks of the night and recreate them with budget-friendly alternatives for our spring and summer wardrobes.
Florals
As expected, the red carpet was filled with gorgeous floral pieces.
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Check out these cute floral tops, dresses and skirts that will definitely spice up your spring and summer wardrobe.
Floral Mesh Top from amazon.com
Samara Mesh Strapless Midi Dress from urbanoutfitters.com
Sister Jane Floral Midi Dress from urbanoutfitters.com
Rosette Top from urbanoutfitters.com
Tropical Floral Print Mini Skirt from forever21.com
Satin Rose Mini Skirt from forever21.com
Gothic, Distressed Look
Emma Chamberlain wore a beautiful distressed gown from Jean Paul Gaultier which aptly represented the “Sleeping Beauties” of the Costume Institute’s exhibition — archived pieces that are literally too fragile to be worn ever again.
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For all the gothic or grunge girlies out there, this style or look is just perfect. We found the cutest distressed lace pieces online that you can definitely rock all spring and summer.
Summer Lace Crop Top from amazon.com
Satin Lace Mini Skirt from urbanoutfitters.com
Lace Babydoll Cami from urbanoutfitters.com
Lace Tube Top from urbanoutfitters.com
Renaissance Rose Lace Mini Skirt from urbanoutfitters.com
Textured Nudes
If you’re a neutral girlie, then you will love this next Met Gala look. Tyla walked the red carpet in a beautiful Balmain gown, inspired by the “sands of time”.
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Look chic and interesting all spring and summer in textured nudes. Check out these pieces that we found online that will make your neutral wardrobe a little bit more adventurous.
Attic Box Micro Skirt from revolve.com
Washed Ribbed Mini Dress from urbanoutfitters.com
Zemeta Mini Dress from urbanoutfitters.com
Corduroy Mini Dress from urbanoutfitters.com
Rhinestone Halter Top from urbanoutfitters.com
Rosalia Halter from urbanoutfitters.com
Straw Platform Heels from abercrombie.com
Glossy Slash Bodysuit from abercrombie.com
Faux Suede Mini Skirt from amazon.com
Metallic
A number of attendees wore metallic gowns and Amanda Seyfried was one of them. She wore a beautiful silver ball gown with pretty flowers cascading down the skirt.
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Metallic pieces can be a bit difficult to pull off. It is definitely more for the bold and adventurous type of girl.
But worry not! We found some cute pieces that you can combine with other basic pieces to help you pull off this look a little more subtly.
Sophia Ballet Block Heels from urbanoutfitters.com
Metallic Faux Croc Crop Top from forever21.com
Metallic One Piece Swimsuit from forever21.com
Metallic Faux Leather Maxi Skirt from forever21.com
Metallic Skort from forever21.com
High Rise 90s Relaxed Jean from abercrombie.com
Sequin Mini Dress from abercrombie.com
While the Met Gala may be a star-studded affair with designer gowns and high fashion moments, we can still draw inspiration from the event to elevate our own spring and summer wardrobes. By embracing the creativity and imagination of the Met Gala's theme, and opting for budget-friendly alternatives, we can bring a touch of red carpet glamour to our everyday style. So, go ahead and channel your inner fashionista with these inspired outfit ideas that are sure to turn heads wherever you go!
