Karl Lagerfeld was a visionary who transformed the fashion world with his creativity and bold ideas. He was known for his impeccable taste, attention to detail, and his ability to create pieces that were both timeless and contemporary. His designs were characterised by a unique blend of elegance and edge, combining classic silhouettes with unexpected twists and avant-garde touches.

Lagerfeld's unique perspective on fashion was heavily influenced by his love for art, culture, and history. He was known for his ability to seamlessly blend classic elegance with a contemporary edge, creating timeless designs that are still revered today. He was also an avid collector of books, art, and fashion, which served as inspiration for many of his collections.

At this year's Met Gala, the theme was "Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty," which paid tribute to the designer's life and work. The event was a celebration of Lagerfeld's contributions to the fashion world, and a chance for attendees to pay homage to his signature style. In honor of Lagerfeld, we've rounded up five of the best Met Gala looks that paid tribute to his design aesthetic and personal style.

First on our list is the proclaimed ‘queen of the Met’ Rihanna, who was fashionably late, but looked incredibly stunning in a black and white ensemble in a floor-length white Valentino gown with oversized white floral appliques that formed a hood over her head. This look is reminiscent of Lagerfeld's classic silhouette and avant-garde flare. She completed the look with fingerless white gloves and white sunglasses, is it even Rihanna without sunglasses?

Next up is Janelle Monàe, who channeled Lagerfeld's love for bold and edgy designs with a striking black and white ensemble. Monàe wore a black and white oversized tweed custom Thom Browne coat with black and white platform boots and an all-white Choupette-shaped handbag. Her hair was styled in a sleek, high bun that added to the overall futuristic vibe of the look. She brought a lot of personality to the carpet.

Third on our list is supermodel Anok Yai, who paid tribute to Lagerfeld's love for elegance and edge with a stunning Prabal Gurung mini dress that blended from a gold sequined bodice into a silver fringed skirt. The model paired the dress with a simple, understated beauty look, allowing the dress to take center stage. Anok says her look was inspired by Lagerfeld’s 1993 Chanel look.

Fourth on our list is actor Brian Tyree, who looked every inch the fashion icon in a black and white ensemble that was reminiscent of Lagerfeld's signature monochrome looks. The actor worked with Lagerfeld’s team on a look from the designer's 2016/2017 bridal collection, his look featured a suit, layered black lace overcoat, and layered beaded necklaces. This was one of the best looks from the men on the carpet. He paid tribute to the designer’s love for texture and dimension.

Finally, we have actor Jeremy Pope, who knows how to make an entrance, Pope showed a direct and loud tribute to Karl Lagerfeld, he wore a stunning custom Balmain look, featuring a long train, which featured a massive photo of Karl Lagerfeld printed across the train, an homage to the evening's theme, "In Honor of Karl." This is one of the best looks from the evening.

The 2023 Met Gala was a fitting tribute to the late Karl Lagerfeld, a true icon of the fashion world. The event celebrated his life and legacy by showcasing some of the most iconic looks that paid homage to his signature style and design aesthetic. From monochrome looks to bold textures and playful designs, the 2023 Met Gala was a testament to Lagerfeld's enduring influence on the fashion world, and a reminder of the incredible impact that he had on the industry.