{"id":648359,"date":"2026-05-04T05:11:23","date_gmt":"2026-05-04T05:11:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/648359\/"},"modified":"2026-05-04T05:11:23","modified_gmt":"2026-05-04T05:11:23","slug":"met-gala-sheer-dress-trend-takes-over-met-gala-pre-party","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/648359\/","title":{"rendered":"Met Gala: Sheer dress trend takes over Met Gala pre-party"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Twas the night before <a href=\"https:\/\/style.nine.com.au\/latest\/most-memorable-met-gala-red-carpet-moments-in-pictures\/ca747194-6766-44a3-af9c-69488156581f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"The Met Gala\">The Met Gala<\/a> and all through New York, <a href=\"https:\/\/celebrity.nine.com.au\/latest\/met-gala-2026-celebrities-not-attending-skipping-banned-boycott\/2c63b8b5-7fd9-4097-b685-9969d568cf96\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"celebrities scrambled \">celebrities scrambled<\/a> to get to the Bezos&#8217; pre-event party!<\/p>\n<p>Anyone who&#8217;s anyone showed up at the pre-Met gala party hosted by Jeff Bezos and Lauren S\u00e1nchez Bezos, who are the main donors for this year&#8217;s costume institute fundraiser.<\/p>\n<p>While tomorrows event will feature massive ballgowns and dramatic looks, the looks at the pre-event party were more &#8216;night out on the town&#8217; vibes, with one trend emerging: the sheer mesh dress.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/https:\/\/prod.static9.net.au\/fs\/7031e6b7-1b64-4c92-bedc-0f101d3173aa.jpeg\"  alt=\"Brooks Nader seen at Jeff Bezos and Lauren S\u00e1nchez Bezos Met Gala pre-party at their NoMad apartment on May 02, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Aeon\/GC Images)Venus Williams and Andrea Pretti seen at Jeff Bezos and Lauren S\u00e1nchez Bezos Met Gala pre-party at their NoMad apartment on May 02, 2026 in New York City.   (Photo by XNY\/Star Max\/GC Images) *** Local Caption ***Venus Williams;Andrea Pretti\"\/>Brooks Nader dropped jaws in a sheer black look for the pre-Met gala party hosted by Jeff Bezos and Lauren S\u00e1nchez Bezos. (GC Images)<\/p>\n<p>\ufeffBrooks Nader, who was in Sydney just days ago, hopped on a plane to make it to New York in time for the event.<\/p>\n<p>She wore a black sheer lace dress, which featured panels of black silk. \ufeff<\/p>\n<p>The dress featured a deep V-neck, pulling into a halter style at the back.<\/p>\n<p>The look was almost completely sheer from the front, with the back offering slightly more coverage.<\/p>\n<p>READ MORE: <a href=\"https:\/\/style.nine.com.au\/latest\/met-gala-red-carpet-looks-over-the-years-in-pictures\/484a386b-5f25-463b-9fa0-78244057f1f0\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The first and latest looks from the &#039;Queens of the Met Gala&#039;\ufeff\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The first and latest looks from the &#8216;Queens of the Met Gala&#8217;\ufeff<\/a><\/p>\n<p>READ MORE: \ufeff<a href=\"https:\/\/style.nine.com.au\/latest\/met-gala-best-style-moments\/1218bcff-3c79-41fc-96e8-237c7827dfc2\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Met Gala&#039;s most memorable looks of all time\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The Met Gala&#8217;s most memorable looks of all time<\/a><\/p>\n<p>READ MORE: <a href=\"https:\/\/style.nine.com.au\/latest\/met-gala-2025-celebrities-who-snuck-their-phone-in-pictures\/756743bb-65aa-43b5-a5f4-39295cd3b435\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"T\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">T<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/style.nine.com.au\/latest\/met-gala-2025-celebrities-who-snuck-their-phone-in-pictures\/756743bb-65aa-43b5-a5f4-39295cd3b435\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"here&#039;s one golden rule of the Met Gala, and these stars broke it\">here&#8217;s one golden rule of the Met Gala, and these stars broke it<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/https:\/\/prod.static9.net.au\/fs\/470a34bd-ec78-4c50-b324-2dd651ed044f.jpeg\"  alt=\"Brooks Nader seen at Jeff Bezos and Lauren S\u00e1nchez Bezos Met Gala pre-party at their NoMad apartment on May 02, 2026 in New York City.   (Photo by XNY\/Star Max\/GC Images) *** Local Caption ***Brooks Nader\"\/>The dress featured a deep V-neck, pulling into a halter style at the back. (GC Images)<\/p>\n<p>The blonde bombshell, who is currently dating actor Taron Egerton, paired the look with a diamond necklace. \ufeff<\/p>\n<p>\ufeffNader was not the only one who opted for a sheer look.<\/p>\n<p>Italian Model Vittoria Ceretti \ufeffwore a sheer black dress with yellow floral embroidery on the front.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/https:\/\/prod.static9.net.au\/fs\/56308cab-9b89-4d0d-831e-0010140c35c0.jpeg\"  alt=\"Vittoria Cerretti seen at Jeff Bezos and Lauren S\u00e1nchez Bezos Met Gala pre-party at their NoMad apartment on May 02, 2026 in New York City.   (Photo by XNY\/Star Max\/GC Images) *** Local Caption ***Vittoria Cerretti\"\/>Italian Model Vittoria Ceretti \ufeffwore a sheer black dress with yellow floral embroidery on the front. (GC Images)<\/p>\n<p>The gown also featured a deep V-neck, which was complimented by a massive emerald drop necklace.<\/p>\n<p>The bottom of her gown brought the drama, with black and white pompoms attached to a mermaid skirt.<\/p>\n<p>The model, who is dating actor Leonardo DiCaprio, paired the look with black heels. \ufeff<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/https:\/\/prod.static9.net.au\/fs\/59ed14d7-2ae1-4fa6-adab-a59549360fbe.jpeg\"  alt=\"Vittoria Ceretti seen at Jeff Bezos and Lauren S\u00e1nchez Bezos Met Gala pre-party at their NoMad apartment on May 02, 2026 in New York City.\"\/>The bottom of her gown brought the drama, with black and white pompoms attached to a mermaid skirt. (GC Images)<\/p>\n<p>Fiancee of Cristiano Ronaldo, Georgina Rodr\u00edguez, also played into the semi-sheer trend, wearing a black mesh skirt and opaque satin top.<\/p>\n<p>She carried a rare Herm\u00e9s Himalayan Birkin Bag, which is estimated to be worth up to $450,000.<\/p>\n<p>The bag usually features white gold hardware with \ufeffa diamond-encrusted surface.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/https:\/\/prod.static9.net.au\/fs\/bd3d8e35-a1d2-4e2c-abc3-7fbb166e95c7.jpeg\"  alt=\"Georgina Rodr\u00edguez seen at Jeff Bezos and Lauren S\u00e1nchez Bezos Met Gala pre-party at their NoMad apartment on May 02, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Aeon\/GC Images)\"\/>Rodr\u00edguez carried a rare Herm\u00e9s Himalayan Birkin Bag, which is estimated to be worth up to $450,000. (GC Images)<\/p>\n<p>Former Real Housewife of Beverly Hills star Lisa Rinna brough the drama with a mesh and silk dress.<\/p>\n<p>The look featured a completely mesh top, with dragon-like designs over the chest.<\/p>\n<p>Red feathers flared from the sleeves, adding some extra theatrics to the gown. \ufeff<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/https:\/\/prod.static9.net.au\/fs\/d1664790-9490-49e4-843f-f05f0b6bdd36.jpeg\"  alt=\"Lisa Rinna seen at Jeff Bezos and Lauren S\u00e1nchez Bezos Met Gala pre-party at their NoMad apartment on May 02, 2026 in New York City.   (Photo by XNY\/Star Max\/GC Images) *** Local Caption ***Lisa Rinna\"\/>Former Real Housewife of Beverly Hills star Lisa Rinna brough the drama with a mesh and silk dress. (GC Images)<\/p>\n<p>Nicky Hilton \ufeffopted for a black mini dress.<\/p>\n<p>The dress featured an open back and cut outs on the side.<\/p>\n<p>She matched the look with black heels.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/https:\/\/prod.static9.net.au\/fs\/c2975671-4543-4d52-b120-cdbb276dfdb1.jpeg\"  alt=\"Nicky Hilton seen at Jeff Bezos and Lauren S\u00e1nchez Bezos Met Gala pre-party at their NoMad apartment on May 02, 2026 in New York City.   (Photo by XNY\/Star Max\/GC Images) *** Local Caption ***Nicky Hilton\"\/>Nicky Hilton \ufeffopted for a black mini dress. (GC Images)<\/p>\n<p>Model Ashley Graham \ufeffand her husband Justin Ervin were both in attendance.<\/p>\n<p>Graham opted \ufefffor a yellow bodycon dress, which featured a draped skirt detail.<\/p>\n<p>She matched the look with a gold clutch and gold heels.\ufeff<\/p>\n<p>Ervin wore an all grey jacket and pants.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/https:\/\/prod.static9.net.au\/fs\/bab60809-c29c-4452-85fa-736024946ec8.jpeg\"  alt=\"Ashley Graham and Justin Ervin seen at Jeff Bezos and Lauren S\u00e1nchez Bezos Met Gala pre-party at their NoMad apartment on May 02, 2026 in New York City.   (Photo by XNY\/Star Max\/GC Images) *** Local Caption ***Ashley Graham;Justin Ervin\"\/>Model Ashley Graham \ufeffand her husband Justin Ervin were both in attendance. (GC Images)<\/p>\n<p>\ufeffMembers of the Kardashian-Jenner clan also were of course also invited to the pre-Met party.<\/p>\n<p>Kendall Jenner wore a black top and skirt look, featuring matching slits at the chest and thigh.<\/p>\n<p>Small button details held the slits together, letting a small amount of skin peak through. \ufeff<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/https:\/\/prod.static9.net.au\/fs\/17d8e3f5-97de-47d4-8ef8-02d7a4d8fa11.jpeg\"  alt=\"Kendall Jenner seen at Jeff Bezos and Lauren S\u00e1nchez Bezos Met Gala pre-party at their NoMad apartment on May 02, 2026 in New York City.   (Photo by XNY\/Star Max\/GC Images) *** Local Caption ***Kendall Jenner\"\/>Kendall Jenner wore a black top and skirt look, featuring matching slits at the chest and thigh. (GC Images)<\/p>\n<p>Jenner wore her hair tucked behind her ears with minimal makeup. \ufeff<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;Mom-ager&#8217; Kris Jenner was also in attendance, opting for a navy silk dress.<\/p>\n<p>The look featured a high-neck, paired with a glittery black jacket.\ufeff<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/https:\/\/prod.static9.net.au\/fs\/a3118550-55f2-42bc-84d5-c0ecaa13255c.jpeg\"  alt=\"Kris Jenner seen at Jeff Bezos and Lauren S\u00e1nchez Bezos Met Gala pre-party at their NoMad apartment on May 02, 2026 in New York City. \"\/>Kris Jenner was also in attendance, opting for a navy silk dress. (GC Images)<\/p>\n<p>The bottom of the dress was a simple silk column skirt. \ufeff<\/p>\n<p>Former Vogue Editor in Chief Anna Wintour was in attendance, wearing a floral patterned dress and shiny green overcoat. \ufeff<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/https:\/\/prod.static9.net.au\/fs\/d4ae1d18-b3f6-4e0f-837a-8e581ac8b9b4.jpeg\"  alt=\"Anna Wintourr seen at Jeff Bezos and Lauren S\u00e1nchez Bezos Met Gala pre-party at their NoMad apartment on May 02, 2026 in New York City.   (Photo by XNY\/Star Max\/GC Images) *** Local Caption ***Anna Winter\"\/>Former Vogue Editor in Chief Anna Wintour was in attendance, wearing a floral patterned dress and shiny green overcoat. \ufeff (GC Images)<\/p>\n<p>She wore her hair in a signature bob, with oversized sunglasses. \ufeff<\/p>\n<p>Tennis legend Venus Williams wore a silk purple drss with a white cape jacket.<\/p>\n<p>She wore her hair in a blunt cut, finishing the look with a white heel and matching handbag. \ufeff<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/https:\/\/prod.static9.net.au\/fs\/350b5ba8-eb98-41af-ba0a-b1a420530668.jpeg\"  alt=\"Venus Williams and Andrea Pretti seen at Jeff Bezos and Lauren S\u00e1nchez Bezos Met Gala pre-party at their NoMad apartment on May 02, 2026 in New York City.   (Photo by XNY\/Star Max\/GC Images) *** Local Caption ***Venus Williams;Andrea Pretti\"\/>Tennis legend Venus Williams wore a silk purple drss with a white cape jacket. (GC Images)<\/p>\n<p>At the same time across the city, Co-Chair of this years Met Gala Teyana Taylor hosted her own pre-Met party.<\/p>\n<p>Naomi Watts was in attendance.<\/p>\n<p>Her sparkly pink dress peaked out from underneath her coat as she entered the party, which was rumoured to be Burlesque themed. \ufeff<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/https:\/\/prod.static9.net.au\/fs\/66ef49a8-a549-4f60-b7a7-e3ba221a345e.jpeg\"  alt=\" Naomi Watts seen at Teyana Taylor's Pre Met Gala Party in Times Square on May 02, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Aeon\/GC Images)\"\/> Naomi Watts seen at Teyana Taylor&#8217;s Pre Met Gala Party in Times Square on May 02, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Aeon\/GC Images) (GC Images)<\/p>\n<p>She paired the look with a simple black heel.\ufeff<\/p>\n<p>Russian model Irina Shayk attended Taylor&#8217;s party, opting for a little black dress.<\/p>\n<p>She wore black strappy kitchen heels and a bold red lip to complete the look.\ufeff<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/https:\/\/prod.static9.net.au\/fs\/c64e3903-8738-49b3-b2f2-1bbd77263126.jpeg\"  alt=\"Irina Shayk seen at Teyana Taylor's Pre Met Gala Party in Times Square on May 02, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Aeon\/GC Images)\"\/>Irina Shayk seen at Teyana Taylor&#8217;s Pre Met Gala Party in Times Square on May 02, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Aeon\/GC Images) (GC Images)<\/p>\n<p>If you thought the pre-event looks \ufeffwere good, wait until you see the glitz and glamour on the red carpet tomorrow.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nine.com.au\/entertainment\/latest\/ninecomau-whats-app-signup\/421c4156-5b58-42a0-9c4e-e65401b4e271\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE<\/a>: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. 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