Olivia Rodrigo’s Met Gala Style Evolution From 2021 to 2023

Olivia Rodrigo’s Met Gala Evolution: Every Look From 2021 to 2023

Since her debut in 2021, Olivia Rodrigo has become one of the most closely watched stars on the Met Gala red carpet. Though relatively new to the fashion world, her curated approach to style — elegant, nostalgic, and always youthfully modern — has made her a standout at fashion’s most prestigious night.

With each appearance, Rodrigo has embraced the Met Gala’s theme with grace and flair, earning praise for her thoughtful fashion choices. From edgy Saint Laurent lace to a butterfly-laden Versace look and a refined Thom Browne ensemble, her Met moments continue to define her red carpet evolution.

As fans eagerly await her potential return for the 2025 Met Gala — themed “Tailored for You” — here’s a chronological look back at her most memorable Met Gala appearances to date.

2021: Lace and Lexicon

Theme: In America: A Lexicon of Fashion
Designer: Saint Laurent

Rodrigo made her Met Gala debut in 2021 wearing an intricate black lace bodysuit by Saint Laurent. Accompanied by BLACKPINK’s Rosé, her look perfectly balanced sensuality and sophistication, staying true to her signature edgy aesthetic. The dramatic lace and sleek silhouette positioned her as a rising fashion icon from the very start.

2022: Purple Reign in Versace

Theme: In America: An Anthology of Fashion
Designer: Versace

Rodrigo leaned into her love for bold color and sparkle in a lavender Versace gown adorned with rhinestones. She paired the look with ethereal butterfly hair accessories and sheer opera gloves, giving the ensemble a whimsical Y2K energy with a couture twist. The look was widely celebrated for its youthful charm and refined elegance.

2023: A Monochrome Moment in Thom Browne

Theme: Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty
Designer: Thom Browne

Channeling vintage glamour, Rodrigo arrived in a black and white gown that felt like a modern homage to Audrey Hepburn and Lagerfeld’s Chanel legacy. The frilled textures, tailored structure, and monochrome palette made this her most mature look yet, cementing her place as a Met Gala fashion favorite.

Will Olivia Rodrigo Attend the 2025 Met Gala?

Though she skipped the 2024 event, Rodrigo’s recent red carpet appearances — including her cut-out Grammys 2025 dress and leather Oscars after-party gown — signal a sleeker, more elevated fashion phase. With the 2025 Met Gala just days away, speculation swirls about a potential joint appearance with rumored partner Louis Partridge.

Whether or not she appears this year, Rodrigo’s fashion legacy at the Met is already taking shape — one thoughtful, thematic look at a time.

Stay tuned to The Horizons Times for full coverage of the 2025 Met Gala red carpet and beyond.