The 2026 Met Gala saw tech moguls like Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg make a splash, with some serving as honorary co-chairs while others showcased stunning fashion choices.
Bezos Leads as Co-Chair
Amazon's Jeff Bezos and wife Lauren Sánchez Bezos played a significant role as honorary co-chairs, donating $10 million to the Costume Institute. Although Bezos skipped the red carpet, Sánchez made a statement in a Schiaparelli gown styled by Law Roach, featuring an eye-catching ring.
Fashion Statements by Tech Leaders
Meta's Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan attended for the first time, dressed in Prada and Alaïa, respectively, but opted out of the red carpet. Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri embraced the event's theme, wearing a linen suit by Kartik Research. Google co-founder Sergey Brin's outfit included a Matisse-like face design and a Lion and Sun pin, while former Slack CEO Stewart Butterfield chose a dandyish ensemble with a cummerbund and brooch.
Subtle Styles and Major Contributions
Other tech figures like TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew and Snap Inc.'s Evan Spiegel kept it classic with black-tie attire. These tech giants, including OpenAI and Meta, not only attended but also contributed significantly as some of the largest donors of the night.
Protests and Performances
The gala was not without controversy. Chris Smalls of the Amazon Labor Union was detained after protesting outside the event. Meanwhile, inside the gala, stars like Janelle Monáe wore attire that nodded to the night's theme, incorporating tech elements and animatronics.
The tech industry's growing presence at fashion's biggest night underscores the blurring lines between technology and high fashion, highlighting both their influence and financial contributions to the cultural landscape.
Source: https://www.gq.com/story/what-tech-guys-wore-to-the-met-gala-2026
