Blackpink Jennie's Met Gala Chanel Mermaid Look

Group BLACKPINK member Jennie garnered attention at the '2026 Met Gala' with a silver dress reminiscent of a mermaid. The event, held on May 4th (local time) at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is a global fashion charity event held annually on the first Monday of May since 1948. This year's theme was 'Costume Art,' and the dress code was 'Fashion Is Art.' Jennie attended the event for the fourth consecutive year alongside global stars such as Beyoncé and Sam Smith.

The dress Jennie wore was a creation by Chanel Atelier that took 540 hours to complete. The entire body was covered in blue sequins, reflecting light with every movement, creating a mermaid-like visual. She added elegance with a swept-up hairstyle and jewelry, while expressing her individuality with freckle makeup.

Jennie's Met Gala fashion is not just a recent occurrence. Last year, she showcased both classic and avant-garde styles with an outfit that took Chanel artisans over 330 hours to craft, continuing her streak of 'unrepeated styling.' Her attendance for four consecutive years, each time embodying a different concept, has solidified her position as a 'fashion icon.' At the time, netizens reacted with comments like "She totally nailed the dress code" and "Uncomparable in fashion." The overseas media outlet Harper's Bazaar referred to Jennie as 'Human Chanel,' praising her for showcasing the essence of elegance.

At this year's Met Gala, Jennie appeared in a blue sequined dress meticulously crafted by Chanel over 540 hours. The dress reflected light with every movement, creating a mystical atmosphere like a mermaid. Jennie expressed her satisfaction through her social media, stating, "Thank you to Chanel for making my mermaid dream come true." She also used the word 'Iridescent' to describe the dress's radiant hue.

To enhance the completeness of her styling, Jennie showcased her unique individuality and girlish charm simultaneously with a 'kiss curl' updo emphasizing her hairline and delicate '​freckle makeup' on the bridge of her nose. Jennie's fashion drew praise from local media and the fashion industry, with netizens reacting enthusiastically, saying, "She looks like a mermaid who just emerged from the sea."