Gigi Hadid Debuts Fiery Red Retro Ponytail in Prada Column Dress and Crystal Pumps at Met Gala 2021

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It has been a busy week for Gigi Hadid! After walking several runway shows for New York Fashion Week, the 26-year-old supermodel made a solo appearance with a red retro-inspired ponytail at the Met Gala on Monday.

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

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 with a strapless corseted bodice and a dramatic thigh-high slit in the back.

Underneath the classy gown, Gigi wore a black bodice, 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 gownWith 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)

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

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

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

They 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.

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

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

Last Friday, she was spotted outside Tavern On The Green after walking for Michael Kors’ fashion show. She went the casual route, 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, 2021Gigi 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 and added a pop of bold red lip color to her look.

She then carried her essentials in The Row N/S Park black leather tote, which you can get for $2,750 at Net-A-Porter.

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

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

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.

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

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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 accentsVirgil 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

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

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 AwardsGigi 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 that included 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 lipstickGigi 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.

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

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

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Earlier, Gigi hit Moschino’s baby-themed fashion show in a strapless pastel dress that’s printed with cartoon animals. The curve-hugging frock features a one-shoulder puff sleeve as well as 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 a pair of 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, 2021Gigi 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)

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, 2021Gigi 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 6 diamond necklace, a long crystal pendant necklace, and a beaded necklace.

Gigi glammed up for the evening with red smokey eye-makeup and matching blush and lipstick. She then coiffed her tresses up 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 necklacesGigi Hadid wears red smokey eye-makeup and styles her look with Jacquie Aiche layered necklaces (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Carrying a Fendi mini embellished baguette, Gigi rounded out her night-time outfit with Gianvito Rossi “Bree” pumps.

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

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

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