Each year, the Met Gala transforms the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art into the world’s most watched stage for fashion, artistry, and self expression. But beyond the couture gowns and dramatic tailoring, it is often the exceptional watches and high jewellery that complete the story, bringing brilliance, craftsmanship, and personality to the red carpet. From extraordinary diamonds and rare coloured gemstones to sculptural cocktail watches and high horology masterpieces, this year’s standout pieces proved that jewellery is never simply an accessory at the Met Gala. It is a statement of identity, creativity, and timeless glamour.
Breitling – Stanley Tucci
Stanley Tucci brought his signature understated elegance to the 2026 Met Gala wearing the Breitling Premier B01 Chronograph 42. Featuring a stainless steel case, twin register black dial, rectangular pushers, and a black alligator strap, the chronograph paired effortlessly with his custom hunter green velvet tuxedo. Refined yet quietly distinctive, the watch reflected the timeless sophistication and classic tailoring that have become synonymous with Tucci’s personal style.
Buccellati – Kendall Jenner
Kendall Jenner attended the 2026 Met Galaadorned in an elegant selection of Buccellati high jewellery creations that blended modern glamour with timeless craftsmanship. Her look featured the Rete Con Perle earrings in yellow and white gold, set with six Biwa pearls totaling 15 carats, alongside the Rolò pendant in white and yellow gold embellished with 112 rose cut diamonds totaling 3.84 carats and two drop shaped pearls weighing 42 carats. She completed the ensemble with the Rolò ring in yellow and white gold, centered around a striking 28 carat Baroque pearl accented by rose cut diamonds, while the Macri Positano eternelle ring added a vibrant touch with eight round rubies set in yellow and white gold.
De Beers – Carla Delevingne
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Cara Delevingne embraced bold modern glamour in exceptional creations by De Beers. Her look featured the Forces of Nature ‘Individuality’ Diamond Pendant Earrings in 18K white gold and black lacquer, set with 4.13 carats of diamonds, alongside the striking ‘Individuality’ Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K white gold and black lacquer featuring 20.34 carats. She completed the look with the ‘Individuality’ Diamond Jacket Ring in 18K white gold and black lacquer with 6.65 carats, and the ‘Magnetism’ Diamond Jacket Ring in 18K white gold with black rhodium plated gold, set with 5.03 carats of diamonds.
Hublot – Luke Evans
Luke Evans made a striking appearance on the Met Gala carpet wearing the Hublot Big Bang Unico High Jewelry 44 mm. The distinguished timepiece featured a white gold case lavishly set with 334 diamonds totaling 17.2 carats, bringing exceptional brilliance and drama to the look. Evans paired the watch with a custom Palomo ensemble by Spanish menswear designer Alejandro Gómez Palomo, styled by celebrity stylist Christopher Brown.
Jacob & Co – Dwayne Johnson
Dwayne Johnson made a powerful statement at the 2026 Met Gala in New York wearing the one of a kind Billionaire III timepiece by Jacob & Co.. Valued at $3 million, the extraordinary creation is crafted in 18K white gold and set with over 700 white diamonds totaling approximately 130 carats, transforming haute horology into a dazzling high jewellery masterpiece. Beneath its brilliance lies a manual skeleton tourbillon movement with a 72 hour power reserve, showcasing the technical artistry behind the design. Limited to just 18 pieces worldwide, the Billionaire III perfectly matched Johnson’s larger than life presence on fashion’s biggest night.
Jaeger-LeCoultre – Finn Wolfhard
Finn Wolfhard brought a cool understated edge to the Met Gala, pairing his look with the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Monoface Small Seconds ‘Or Deco Cocktail’ in white gold. Set with baguette cut blue sapphires, the timepiece offered a luminous interpretation of Art Deco glamour, with the uninterrupted ribbon of sapphire blue accentuating the Reverso’s iconic geometric silhouette. Powered by the hand wound Calibre 822, the watch balanced vintage refinement with youthful individuality, mirroring Wolfhard’s evolving creative identity across film, music, and culture.
Louis Vuitton – Hoyeon Jung
Hoyeon Jung completed her look with an elegant selection of creations from Louis Vuitton High Jewelry, layering contemporary edge with refined brilliance. She wore white gold and diamond Agrafe earrings and rings, whose graphic lines and sculptural detailing brought a modern architectural feel to the ensemble. Adding further dimension was the white gold and diamond Tumbler earcuff, offering a bold yet polished statement, while the Majestic ring introduced timeless glamour through its radiant diamond setting.
Piaget – Hugh Jackman
Hugh Jackman brought timeless sophistication to the Met Gala wearing the Piaget Altiplano Moonphase watch. Renowned for its ultra thin elegance, the timepiece perfectly complemented Jackman’s classic black tie look while reflecting Piaget’s longstanding legacy of refined glamour and watchmaking excellence. The moonphase complication added a subtle poetic touch to the minimalist design, balancing technical precision with understated luxury.
Tiffany & Co – Rosie Huntington-Whiteley
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Rosie Huntington-Whiteley embraced timeless glamour at the Met Gala in exceptional creations by Tiffany & Co.. Her look was anchored by a striking necklace in 18k white and yellow gold set with over 10 carats of diamonds, paired with coordinating earrings featuring more than 6 carats of diamonds. Adding further drama was the Jean Schlumberger by Tiffany & Co. Butterfly ring in yellow gold and platinum, centered around a diamond of over 9 carats.
Tiffany & Co – Amanda Seyfried
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Amanda Seyfried brought luminous colour and vintage inspired refinement to the Met Gala through an extraordinary Tiffany & Co. high jewellery ensemble. Her standout necklace in 18k yellow gold and platinum showcased five emerald cut blue zircons totaling 30.39 carats, accented by cabochon emeralds and diamonds for a richly layered effect. She paired the piece with Jean Schlumberger by Tiffany & Co. Five Leaves earrings set with over 11 carats of aquamarines, alongside statement rings featuring a 5.74 carat oval diamond and a 9.45 carat emerald cut blue zircon.
Vacheron Constantin – Paul Anthony Kelly
Paul Anthony Kelly added a refined pop of colour to his Met Gala look with the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Tourbillon in titanium featuring a rich burgundy dial. Combining the lightweight strength of titanium with the elegance of a tourbillon complication, the timepiece offered a contemporary take on high horology. The deep burgundy tones brought warmth and individuality to the ensemble, striking the perfect balance between understated sophistication and modern style.
