Gigi Hadid Turns Heads at Met Gala 2021 in Fiery Red Ponytail, Prada Dress, and Crystal Heels

Gigi Hadid turned the streets of New York and the Met Gala red carpet into her own personal runway in September 2021.

From vintage-inspired glamour to edgy leather looks, the supermodel effortlessly delivered standout style moments that blended high fashion with her signature cool-girl edge.

The American fashion model turned heads at the 2021 Met Gala, arriving solo in a retro-inspired look that perfectly balanced elegance and edge.

Fresh off the New York Fashion Week runway, the then-26-year-old supermodel debuted a striking red ponytail and a custom Prada gown that paid homage to classic American fashion.

Gigi Hadid arrives solo at the 2021 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on September 13, 2021 (Credit: Mega / WENN)

An Ode to American Fashion: Sleek Black-and-White Column Gown

Opting for ‘60s-inspired glamour, Gigi looked regal in a simple black-and-white column gown that clung perfectly to her hourglass figure.

A glamorous nod to American fashion, the custom Prada gown features a sleek column silhouette, a strapless corseted bodice, and a dramatic thigh-high slit in the back.

Gigi wore a black bodice underneath the classy gown, which matched her semi-sheer black tights and black leather opera gloves.

Speaking with Vogue, Gigi described her outfit as “an ode to simple, well-made fashion.”

With her red hair high up in a retro-inspired ponytail, Gigi Hadid shows off her curves in a custom Prada column gown (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Vintage Hair and Makeup Complete the Look

The mom-of-one debuted a fiery red hair color, done by colorist Keith Shore. Hairstylist Esther Langham then pulled her tresses up into a retro high ponytail with detachable extensions cascading down her back in glamorous waves.

Staying true to her vintage look, makeup artist Erin Parsons glammed up Gigi with classic makeup that featured black cat-eye liner and powder blue eyeshadow. She also wore a matte nude lipstick with matching blush and contouring powder.

Gigi Hadid continues her look’s vintage theme with a retro high ponytail, cat-eye liner, and powder blue eyeshadow (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Gigi’s Met Gala Jewelry and Reflections on Motherhood

In a quick interview with Met Gala livestream co-host Keke Palmer, Gigi revealed that she wanted her Met Gala appearance to inspire her daughter.

“She’s one next week, and I feel like I’ve been on mama duty. I’ve been at the farm with her every day in my sweatpants and our matching messy buns. I feel like tonight I’m showing her what it means to dress up and own it and have balance. I think finding that in your life is when you really feel like you’ve stepped into womanhood.”

Styled by Mimi Cuttrell, Gigi dazzled with a showstopping Riviera diamond necklace and a large pair of diamond stud earrings, both from Jacob & Co. She also accented her ponytail with a crystal-embellished black barrette from Prada.

Gigi Hadid styles her look with Jacob & Co. Riviera necklace and diamond stud earrings (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Crystal-Covered Prada Slingback Pumps

A pair of Prada crystal satin slingback pumps completed Gigi’s stunning look.

Gigi Hadid completes her stunning ’60s look with Prada crystal slingback pumps (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Her heels are embellished with sparkling crystals from the pointed toes to the slingback straps and have a crystal-embellished logo detail at the vamps and about 3-inch comma heels.

These Prada slingback pumps are covered with sparkling crystals and have short comma heels

From the Met to the Streets: Gigi’s NYFW Off-Duty Look

Before walking the Met Gala red carpet, Gigi Hadid strutted her stuff for multiple labels during New York Fashion Week.

The previous Friday, she was spotted outside Tavern On The Green after walking in Michael Kors’ fashion show. She went casual, wearing a $125 black “Shorty” crop polo shirt from Bleu Salt with gray-colored wide-leg The Row jeans.

Gigi Hadid teams a casual Bleu Salt polo shirt with The Row jeans outside Michael Kors’ NYFW show at Tavern On The Green on September 10, 2021 (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Shielding her eyes behind a pair of black sunglasses, Gigi wore her hair in a sleek, side-parted ponytail, adding a bold red lip color to her look.

She then carried her essentials in The Row N/S Park black leather tote.

Gigi Hadid styles her hair in a slick side-parted ponytail and wears a swipe of bold red lipstick (Credit: Mega / WENN)

To keep things comfy, Gigi teamed her outfit with the Dunk Low sneakers from Nike and Off-White.

Gigi Hadid keeps a comfy look with Nike x Off-White custom Dunk Low sneakers (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Virgil Abloh and Nike teamed up for a new iteration of the Dunk Low shoes, constructed from black leather with metallic silver Swoosh and purple accents. They also have a rope lacing system finished with rubber outsoles.

Virgil Abloh and Nike have teamed up for a new iteration of the Dunk Low in a full-black leather construction with a metallic silver Swoosh and purple accents

Runway-Ready for Brandon Maxwell’s Spring Collection

Later that day, Gigi was pictured showcasing her incredible figure in a bikini top with a matching satin blazer and pants for Brandon Maxwell’s runway show.

She let her long tresses fall loose around her back and wore minimal makeup. A pair of silver heels with sculptural heels completed her runway look.

Gigi Hadid shows her abs and cleavage for Brandon Maxwell runway during the New York Fashion Week on September 10, 2021 (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Dark Glamour in Givenchy at the Fashion Media Awards

A day before, Gigi attended the Daily Front Row’s eighth annual Fashion Media Awards at the Rainbow Room, where she presented the Fashion Legend award to Carine Roitfeld.

Gigi oozed dark glamour in head-to-toe Givenchy. She went braless underneath a $4,595 black leather jacket with graphic cutouts and a plunging neckline that offered a glimpse of cleavage and paired the look with a $1,630 pleated, asymmetrical skirt with a bandana print.

Gigi Hadid goes braless underneath her Givenchy leather jacket and asymmetrical skirt at The Daily Front Row Fashion Media Awards on September 9, 2021 (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Jazzing up the edge, Gigi wore Givenchy mismatched earrings, including a pair of gold square cuff earrings and a $1,190 G clip safety pin crystal earring.

She then slicked her tresses back into a braided ponytail and highlighted her features with winged eyeliner and mauve lip color.

Gigi Hadid styles her hair in a slick braided ponytail and wears winged eyeliner and mauve lipstick (Credit: Mega / WENN)

To complete her sexy yet edgy look, Gigi slipped her feet into a pair of Givenchy pumps with studded rings all over.

Gigi Hadid completes an edgy yet sexy look by showing off her feet in Givenchy metal hoop-embellished pumps (Credit: Mega / WENN)

These pumps are crafted in Italy from smooth lambskin leather and feature a pointed-toe silhouette with silver chain straps, hoop embellishments, and 4-inch heels.

These edgy Givenchy pumps have chain straps and silver hoop ring embellishments all over

Playful and Sexy in Moschino’s Baby-Themed Runway Show

Earlier, Gigi hit Moschino’s baby-themed fashion show in a strapless pastel dress printed with cartoon animals. The curve-hugging frock features a one-shoulder puff sleeve and a thigh-high slit, giving the playful number a touch of sexiness.

Gigi walked the runway with a baby bottle clutch in one hand. She then styled the already colorful look with blue drop earrings and glittery yellow platform heels.

Gigi Hadid wears a pastel cartoon animal frock with yellow platform heels and a baby bottle clutch for Moschino’s NYFW runway show on September 9, 2021 (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Sultry Style at Kin Euphorics Launch Party

On Wednesday, Gigi graced the launch party for her sister Bella Hadid’s beverage brand Kin Euphorics.

Never one to shy away from flaunting her curves, Gigi slipped her slim figure into a skintight brown dress from KNWLS. The corseted strapless frock features hip-high side slits that are held together by metal detailing.

Gigi Hadid arrives at the launch of sister Bella Hadid’s beverage brand Kin Euphorics in New York City on September 8, 2021 (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Adding a hint of sparkle to her rather plain outfit, Gigi accessorized with multiple tiny hoop earrings and layered several necklaces around her neck.

She wore a $10,875 Jacquie Aiche 11 diamond smooth bar halter bra, a $7,500 pave bone thunderbird six diamond necklace, a long crystal pendant necklace, and a beaded necklace.

Gigi glammed up for the evening with red smoky eye makeup, matching blush, and lipstick. She then coiffed her tresses into a chic bun with several tendrils framing her beautifully made-up face.

Gigi Hadid wears red smokey eye makeup and styles her look with Jacquie Aiche layered necklaces (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Gianvito Rossi PVC Pumps Complete the Look

Gigi carried a Fendi mini embellished baguette and completed her nighttime outfit with Gianvito Rossi “Bree” pumps.

Gigi Hadid completes her evening look by showing off her feet in Gianvito Rossi Bree PVC pumps (Credit: Mega / WENN)

These d’Orsay shoes feature an open pointed-toe silhouette with tonal PVC toe straps and about 4-inch sleek stiletto heels.

The Gianvito Rossi Bree is a d’Orsay-style pump with nude PVC straps and sleek stiletto heels