Meg Ryan, the queen of romantic comedies, made a dazzling return to the Met Gala after more than two decades. On Monday, May 6, she graced the red carpet in New York City, stunning everyone in a stunning black Michael Kors gown. The dress featured a sheer bodice adorned with beautiful floral decorations.
With her classic blonde wavy lob hairstyle, the 62-year-old Ryan looked stunning as she posed for photos. She was accompanied by Michael Kors, the designer of her elegant gown. Together, they struck various poses, exuding elegance and flashing smiles.
Ryan’s last appearance at the Met Gala was way back in 2001. Back then, she chose a knee-length dress with a pearly white bodice and a black pleated skirt, paired with stylish black kitten heels. Her hairstyle was similar to her look in 2024, but she wore it straight, which was trendy at the time. She kept her accessories simple with stud earrings. The theme of the 2001 Met Gala was “Jacqueline Kennedy: The White House Years,” while this year’s theme was “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.”
This Met Gala appearance is just one of Ryan’s recent fashion statements. Last month, while promoting her romantic comedy “What Happens Later,” she showcased her iconic ‘90s style, wearing a chic tan maxi skirt, a black vest top, and chunky black shoes.
Renowned for her roles in classic films like “When Harry Met Sally” (1989), “Sleepless in Seattle” (1993), and “You’ve Got Mail” (1998), Ryan became a style icon of the ‘80s and ‘90s. Her effortless yet sophisticated looks set trends during that era and have made a comeback in recent fashion trends.
Last fall, TikTok users started incorporating Ryan’s cozy style into their outfits, embracing chunky sweaters, oversized blazers, and loafers, affectionately dubbing the season “Meg Ryan Fall.”
Ryan reacted to this trend in an interview with PEOPLE in October 2023, expressing her delight, calling it “so sweet” and “the cutest thing ever.”
On the cover of Glamour’s December 2023 issue, Ryan opened up about aging, emphasizing that it’s not as daunting as it seems. She shared her perspective on society’s obsession with youth, expressing her contentment with her age.
“We’re all doing it. I wish someone had told me earlier, ‘Just relax. It is what it is. Don’t pay attention to the obstacles,’” Ryan said, reflecting on her journey.