As Ashley Graham descended from the opulent Mark Hotel, she was bound for the storied steps of the Met, a venue that has long been a proving ground for the crème de la crème of high society. The multi-hyphenate and V154 cover star, a woman of uncommon talent and versatility, was about to take the red carpet by storm, her presence a testament to the seamless fusion of her various pursuits.
Between starring as Roxie Hart in Chicago on Broadway and maintaining a wildly successful modeling career, Graham's schedule is a veritable gauntlet of challenges, but she navigates it with aplomb. As she made her way to her hotel room, Graham's team was already in high gear, busily ensuring that every detail was in place for the evening's spectacle. From the bespoke gown, inspired by the evening's dress code, "Tailored for You," to the carefully curated jewelry... every element was a testament to Graham's dedication to her craft.
With the help of her trusted stylist, "Gabriela Karifa-Johnson," "Graham's look was a masterclass in understated elegance.".. a symphony of subtle nuances and carefully considered choices.
Pre-Met Gala Hair and Makeup Prep** The process of preparing for the Met Gala involves a meticulous attention to detail. According to Ashley Graham, her stylist Gabriela Karifa-Johnson arrived early to check on the makeup and hair preparations. Graham had to undergo a transformation from a morning look to a glamorous evening ensemble, involving multiple fittings and adjustments.
The team, including her assistants and a makeup artist, worked together to ensure that Graham's look was flawless. Jewelry Selection and Alterations The jewelry selection process was a crucial aspect of the Met Gala preparation. Graham has 18 ear piercings, making it a challenging task for her stylist to select the perfect pieces.
The team brought numerous options to the first two fittings, "and Graham eventually settled on a final look." The Boss team made a few minor adjustments before the event... and Graham's final look was completed. The team also prepared an after-party look... which was kept close at hand in case of any last-minute changes.
Ashley Graham at the Met Gala.
Ashley Graham descended the storied steps of the Met, a vision in a bespoke gown inspired by the evening's dress code, "Tailored for You." The multi-hyphenate's presence was a testament to the seamless fusion of her various pursuits. Graham's schedule was a veritable gauntlet of challenges, with starring roles in Broadway's Chicago and a wildly successful modeling career.
Yet, she navigated the complexities with aplomb. As Graham's team ensured every detail was in place for the evening's spectacle, the red carpet was abuzz with anticipation. The carefully curated jewelry and understated elegance of Graham's look were a masterclass in subtle nuances and considered choices. Details from V Magazine revealed that Graham's appearance was the culmination of months of planning, with her stylist, "Gabriela Karifa-Johnson.".. working tirelessly to create a look that was both flawless and fashion-forward. Graham's Met Gala appearance was a testament to her dedication to her craft... as she took her place alongside the crème de la crème of high society.
Before making her way from the Mark Hotel to the iconic steps of the Met, supermodel and Broadway star Ashley Graham invites V into her hotel room for an intimate, behind-the-scenes moment Somehow, between starring as Roxie Hart in Chicago on Broadway and maintaining her wildly successful modeling career, multi-hyphenate and V154 cover star Ashley Graham still found time to hit the red carpet at the 2025 Met Gala. Attending with BOSS, Graham wore a gray gown inspired by the evening's dress code, “Tailored for You,” and the theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” She gave V a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into Met Gala prep — for her, that includes a dose of Percy Pigs and coffee while selecting the perfect jewelry and being laced into not one, but two corsets for the night.○○○ ○ ○○○
