In our and probably most people on Earth’s opinion, Blake Lively doesn’t show up on nearly enough red carpets. One of the most stylish and stunning celebrities of our time, she always brings an Old Hollywood elegance to the award shows and premieres she attends. But in the case of the 2022 Met Gala, of which she’s one of the co-chairs with husband Ryan Reynolds, she brought Old New York with her instead, and looks as incredible as ever.
Lively arrived on the red carpet in a breathtaking copper Versace gown with intricate crystal details throughout the bodice. But it didn’t stay copper for long. In a completely magical moment, a team of assistants removed Lively’s dramatic, voluminous, bustle, train, and gloves to reveal another minty green and matching gloves. It’s a clear tribute to the Statue of Liberty, which has transformed from copper to green over time due to oxidation — though this is easily the most glamorous take on oxidation we’ve ever seen.