fashion

May 6, 2026

After the Met Gala, everyone is mentioning one name: Zac Posen created a dress for Kendall Jenner that is pure magic

For the 2026 Met Gala, he created a dress for Kendall Jenner based on the most famous statue from the Louvre and wowed the fashion world.

After the Met Gala, everyone is mentioning one name: Zac Posen created a dress for Kendall Jenner that is pure magic

TL;DR

  • Zac Posen designed Kendall Jenner's 2026 Met Gala dress, inspired by the Winged Victory of Samothrace statue.
  • The creation process involved 3D scanning Kendall's body to create a custom mannequin and draping silk material to mimic marble.
  • Posen's work on the dress is seen as a triumphant return to the fashion forefront, with critics praising his talent.
  • His resurgence is also linked to his successful appointment as Creative Director for Gap in 2024, revitalizing the brand.
  • Jenner expressed a desire for a 'Zac moment' at the Met Gala, leading to their collaboration.