The 2026 Met Gala red carpet always brings the drama, but Kylie Jenner turned up the heat—and not everyone was ready for it. The cosmetics mogul arrived Monday night in a custom Schiaparelli corset that left little to the imagination, instantly sparking a firestorm of criticism.
Jenner, known for pushing fashion boundaries, paired the revealing top with bleached eyebrows—a move she later regretted on Instagram. In a behind-the-scenes video, she ranted, “My brows are ruined. What is this? What the f— is this? This looks horrible.” The eyebrow mishap only added fuel to the fire as social media users zeroed in on the corset.
“What is she wearing? I don’t like it,” one commenter wrote. Another was harsher: “Sorry but Kylie Jenner is ugly as sin. Fake and trying so hard to be good.” The backlash wasn't just about aesthetics; many called the outfit outright inappropriate for the prestigious event. “I wouldn’t wear that if it were a Halloween costume ffs .. inappropriate,” a user declared.
Yet not everyone hated it. Some argued the corset perfectly matched this year’s theme, celebrating bold, unconventional fashion. The debate echoes similar controversies in sports, like when CBS Sports reporter Claudia Bellofatto faced heat for her NFL Draft dress, or when a meteorologist’s outfit drama went viral. Even in the sports world, fashion choices can stir up major scrutiny.
Jenner, who has remained silent on the backlash, might be used to the spotlight—but this time, the focus is on whether her Met Gala look crossed a line. The event, known for its high-fashion risks, often sees celebrities push boundaries. But for Jenner, the line between trendy and tasteless seems blurred.
As the fashion police continue their online patrol, Jenner’s next public appearance could be at Madison Square Garden for Game 2 between the Knicks and 76ers on Wednesday. Whether she’ll face more backlash or a warmer reception remains to be seen.
This isn’t the first time a celebrity’s outfit has dominated headlines. Just last week, Max Verstappen’s girlfriend stole the show at the Miami GP with a stunning look, while a rancher’s fury over a festival outfit sparked its own drama. The lesson? What you wear can make or break your public image.
For now, Kylie Jenner’s Met Gala corset will be remembered as one of the most talked-about—and controversial—looks of the night. Whether it was a fashion triumph or a major misstep, one thing’s certain: it got everyone talking.
