The Met Gala, affectionately known as “fashion’s biggest night out,” is an annual fundraising gala held to benefit the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute in New York City. Organised by Vogue under the meticulous eye of Anna Wintour, the highly exclusive event marks the opening of the Costume Institute’s annual fashion exhibit. Each year, the world’s biggest stars, designers, and creatives are challenged to dress according to a specific, often avant-garde theme.
For decades, menswear at the Met Gala was a predictable sea of classic black-tie tuxedos. However, the 2026 edition solidified a thrilling shift: men are now taking just as many red-carpet risks as women. From daring silhouettes to intricate bespoke tailoring, this year’s male attendees proved that high-fashion menswear is more dynamic than ever. Here are our picks for the 10 best-dressed men at the 2026 Met Gala, curated for the StylePilot reader who appreciates both grooming and groundbreaking style.
1. Patrick Schwarzenegger in David Yurman. Embracing classic Hollywood glamour with a contemporary twist, Schwarzenegger stepped onto the museum steps in a flawlessly tailored extensive jacket. He paired the striking piece with sharply pleated black trousers with a leather jacket, proving that sometimes the biggest red-carpet risks are found in the perfection of timeless menswear. Photographed by Mike Coppola for Getty Images
2. A$AP Rocky No stranger to pushing boundaries, the rapper went for a long tuxedo jacket in a beautiful light pink. He finished the look with statement shoes, effortlessly blending streetwear sensibilities with haute couture. Photographed by Dimitrios Kambouris for Getty Images
3. Bill Skarsgård in Thom Browne. Bringing his signature sharp, enigmatic edge to the red carpet, Skarsgård opted for an impeccably tailored, dark suit and a coat featuring slightly exaggerated, angular shoulders. Foregoing a traditional dress shirt, he completed the brooding yet elegant look with polished leather boots, perfectly capturing the event’s high-fashion theatricality. Photographed by Dimitrios Kambouris for Getty Images
4. Marcello-Hernadez in Thom Browne. Bringing his signature charm and a dose of youthful energy to the red carpet, the rising star stepped out in a sharply tailored, subtly textured black suit. The look perfectly balanced classic menswear with an effortless, contemporary edge, securing his spot as a standout on the museum steps. Photographed by Mike Coppola for Getty Images
5. Bad Bunny Leaning heavily into theatricality, the superstar wore an exaggerated, structured suit featuring a dramatic, oversized collar. Photographed by Mike Coppola for Getty Images
6. Tyriq Withers. Photographed by Gilbert-Flores for Getty Images
7. Nicolas Hoult in Prada. Photographed by Dimitrios Kambouris for Getty Images
8. Connor Storrie in Saint Laurent. True to the iconic Parisian house’s signature razor-sharp tailoring, Storrie wore a sheer silk shirt that effortlessly subverted traditional black-tie expectations. Finished with angular leather boots and an air of effortless cool, his look was a masterclass in modern, minimalist glamour.
Photographed by Dimitrios Kambouris for Getty Images
9. Stanley Tucci in Etro alongside Felicity Blunt and Emily Blunt. Photographed by Dimitrios Kambouris for Getty Images
10. Rami Malek in Saint Laurent. Photographed by Mike Coppola for Getty Images
Whether you are looking for formalwear inspiration or simply appreciate boundary-pushing fashion, the 2026 Met Gala proved that the modern man’s wardrobe truly has no limits.
