Met Gala 2026: Karina's Hanbok Dress Stuns

Girl group aespa member Karina garnered significant attention by attending the 2026 Met Gala and showcasing a dress inspired by Hanbok. As a global ambassador for the Italian luxury fashion house P, Karina wore a custom-made dress specially designed with inspiration from the Hanbok durumagi (a type of traditional Korean overcoat). The outfit featured a harmonious blend of a long black coat and a subtly bluish-white satin dress. The coat was adorned with details reminiscent of Hanbok collars and the flowing skirt, drawing admiration. Karina also enhanced her elegant charm with a hairstyle incorporating a traditional Hanbok updo and a jeweled hair ornament.

Karina's Hanbok-inspired dress was praised as a unique style that aligned with the Met Gala's theme, 'Costume Art'. Her appearance, resembling a figure from a traditional Korean painting, captivated the local press and international fans. Foreign media outlets extensively searched for photos of Karina, making her a trending topic, while fans reacted enthusiastically, commenting, "It looks like a princess's coronation in 2026." Karina engaged with her fans by sharing behind-the-scenes glimpses of her preparation process on her official social media.

In addition to Karina, numerous Korean stars graced the 2026 Met Gala, including BLACKPINK (Jennie, Jisoo, Rosé, Lisa), Ningning, Jung Ho-yeon, Ahn Hyo-seop, and Lee Jae and Audrey Noona from 'K-Pop Demon Hunters'. Notably, BLACKPINK's Lisa drew attention with her unconventional styling using mannequin arms, Jisoo showcased her oriental charm with floral embellishments, and Jennie captivated with an off-the-shoulder dress reminiscent of the Little Mermaid.

Jung Ho-yeon exuded a healthy vibe in a black leather outfit, while Ahn Hyo-seop presented Korean beauty with a blazer that incorporated traditional Hanbok knot decorations. Lee Jae from 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' left a strong impression with a hairstyle inspired by traditional Korean hair ornaments (gache) and hairpins, and Audrey Noona received acclaim for an outfit inspired by Jackson Pollock's techniques. aespa member Ningning commanded attention in an all-black ensemble.

The '2026 Met Gala', the world's premier fashion charity event, is held annually on the first Monday of May. This year's theme was 'Costume Art,' with the dress code 'Fashion Is Art.' Organized by Vogue magazine, the event annually generates significant buzz with the spectacular fashion showcased by stars who adhere to the special theme and dress code.