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Emma Chamberlain Debuts Hand-Painted Mugler Gown at Met Gala

5/5/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Emma Chamberlain spent about 40 hours hand-painting a Mugler gown, which she debuted at the 2026 Met Gala in New York.
She skipped pre-Gala parties to rest and interview celebrities for Vogue’s livestream.
After-parties opened at The Mark, The Carlyle, The Standard’s Boom Boom Room and the Amber Room, hosted by Grace Gummer and Venus Williams.

History

Historical Context

The 2026 Met Gala, where influencer Emma Chamberlain hand-painted a Mugler gown and livestreamed for Vogue, marks the continuation of a trend that began in the 2020s of inviting digital creators, a shift overseen by long-time chair Anna Wintour. That year’s ticket price rose to $100,000, underscoring the event’s growing commercial clout.

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Story summary

Emma Chamberlain spent about 40 hours hand-painting a Mugler gown, which she debuted at the 2026 Met Gala in New York.
She skipped pre-Gala parties to rest and interview celebrities for Vogue’s livestream.
After-parties opened at The Mark, The Carlyle, The Standard’s Boom Boom Room and the Amber Room, hosted by Grace Gummer and Venus Williams.

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