Get ready, fashion lovers—one of the most glamorous nights of the year is almost here! The biggest names in entertainment are all set to gather on Monday for the Met Gala. As always, the theme ties back to the Costume Institute’s newest exhibition, which this year is Superfine: Tailoring Black Style—a powerful and stylish tribute that’s sure to inspire some unforgettable looks. Over the years, we’ve seen some serious style statements from NBA wives and girlfriends at the Met Gala—and from the buzz we’re hearing, this year might be no different. Excited?

According to reports, the 2025 Met Gala livestream will be hosted by Teyana Taylor, SNL’s Ego Nwodim, and none other than La La Anthony, who’s back for her second year in the host chair. And while nothing’s official just yet, there’s a good chance Gabrielle Union Wade will be making her red carpet return, too. So, with the excitement building, let’s take a moment to look back—what have been some of the most iconic Met Gala moments from NBA WAGs?

A closer look at Gabrielle Union-Wade and La La Anthony’s most iconic Met Gala appearances

If there’s one thing we can count on from the Met Gala, it’s unforgettable fashion — and in 2021, Gabrielle Union Wade made sure of that. Showing up in a custom Iris van Herpen couture gown, she told a story that sells more than those clicks! Designed with over 10,000 hand-stitched translucent spheres, her sculptural “Aeternus” gown was anything but ordinary. It shimmered with a futuristic vibe that made heads turn and cameras flash as the 1400 hours to make the dress made headlines.

The dramatic silhouette — complete with wing-like shoulders and a daring neckline — wasn’t just for show. It symbolized transformation and rebirth, aligning perfectly with the gala’s theme: “In America: An Anthology of Fashion.” And Gabrielle Union Wade, as per an article by E! News, put it best herself: “it’s all about change…”What’s needed in America, what’s needed in fashion, and with each step, this dress changes, and you see different colors. You see different textures, and that’s what it should be all about.” No wonder critics were wowed.

In fact, W Magazine called it a “seamless multilevel optical illusion” and applauded her mission to “revolutionize the way the foolish think about Black women” on the red carpet. It was a statement wrapped in art, made news beyond the fashion world.

Next, at the 2022 Met Gala, Gabrielle Union turned heads in a silver Versace masterpiece that hugged her frame with sculptural precision, its deep neckline and intricate beading catching the light like a constellation. “This is from Versace, they’ve been working on these looks for many, many, many months and from sketch to the execution is dead-on,” she told. The gown’s sweeping, feathered train fluttered behind her like a silver plume, while a striking crimson rose at her waist added a burst of symbolism—an homage to Black resilience, layered with meaning and grace. With her hair slicked into a low bun and Tiffany & Co. jewels adding icy sparkle, the look, as always, was equal parts strength, softness, and storytelling.

Fast forward to 2023, and La La Anthony was in the spotlight too — but this time, as co-host of the Met Gala livestream. Her custom white Sergio Hudson gown delivered Old Hollywood elegance with a bold, modern edge. Adorned with chunky gold chains and pearl-detailed cat-eye sunglasses, her look was a stylish homage to the Karl Lagerfeld era, perfectly on theme for “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty.” Truly a 60s era vibe that took everyone on a nostalgia drive!

Anthony, however, didn’t leave us guessing about her inspiration: “90s Chanel supermodel.” And Sergio Hudson nailed it. The clean white gown, paired with a dramatic shoulder bow, oozed classic Lagerfeld energy. Vogue admired her “retro Chanel-supermodel transformation,” while fans couldn’t get enough of her chic late-’90s Hollywood vibe.

Contrasting her 2023 attire, La La Anthony brought dark romance to the 2024 Met Gala in a dramatic, Gothic-inspired gown that fused structure with softness. A sculpted corset gave way to a voluminous puffball skirt blooming in rich red jacquard, evoking a haunted garden at midnight, while a sheer embroidered lace top added a whisper of delicacy.

Ayesha Curry and other NBA wives who dazzled left a mark at the Met Gala

When Ayesha Curry stepped onto the Met Gala red carpet in 2021 alongside her husband, NBA superstar Stephen Curry, it was nothing short of a show-stopping debut. Making their first appearance as a couple at the fashion world’s most elite event, the Currys owned the night as their attire caught everyone’s eye.

Ayesha’s gown, a custom creation by Atelier Versace, shimmered in gold and silver, sparkling under the lights like a piece of architectural art. It was the perfect response to that year’s aforementioned theme, “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion.” Versace described her gown as being inspired by “extravagant American architecture,” and honestly, that influence was clear.

With signature Medusa charms, Greca patterns, and Barocco scrolls all woven into a sculpted corset and finished off with a thigh-high slit, Ayesha was a vision of glamor. Styled by the talented Jason Bolden, her look blended patriotic flair with Versace’s over-the-top aesthetic. And the response? Instant buzz. As E! News put it, she “turned heads” with the shimmering Atelier Versace ensemble, and fashion photographers quickly dubbed the Currys a red carpet power couple.

But Ayesha wasn’t the only NBA wife making waves that evening. Vanessa Bryant also brought serious elegance to the night, though in her own understated way. While she didn’t walk the main carpet, Vanessa was spotted at the 2021 Met Gala after-party in a long-sleeved black gown that oozed sophistication. E! News noted that “she wore a gorgeous long-sleeved gown for the occasion.”

While the after-party didn’t require strict adherence to the Gala’s theme, Vanessa’s minimalist, all-black ensemble still captured the spirit of timeless American style. Fans admired the quiet confidence she carried—her look was graceful, mature, and effortlessly chic.

Clearly, the NBA WAGs have had quite a presence at the Met Gala. Now, it’s to be seen which stars shine the brightest at the 2025 edition.