Kim Kardashian brought legs and a seriously cinched waist to the 2026 Met Gala, but before she stepped onto the famous carpet, the reality star gave fans something else to talk about.
Ahead of the event, Kardashian shared an Instagram Story showing what appeared to be a chocolate-and-vanilla soft-serve cone covered in rainbow sprinkles, captioning the sweet snap, “Met Prep.”
The post had fans predicting that the reality TV star might pull a Lady Gaga-style stunt in “a dress made of ice cream.” Some also used the moment to joke about why Kardashian never seems to miss the Met.
On the day of the Met Gala, Kardashian gave fans a sweet glimpse into her pre-carpet routine by posting an ice cream cone on her Instagram Story.
Although it is unclear which creamery she visited, the business mogul opted for what looked like a chocolate-and-vanilla soft-serve twist served in a waffle cone. The frozen treat was also heavily coated in rainbow sprinkles, as seen in a photo published by Cinema Blend.
The moment stood out even more because of Kardashian’s past Met Gala preparation. A few years ago, she revealed that she had lost 16 pounds to fit into an iconic Marilyn Monroe dress.
Fans React To Kim K’s Sweet Pre-Met Tease
Kardashian’s ice cream-themed IG Story gave social media plenty to chew on, both in the lead-up to and in the aftermath of the Met Gala. Ahead of the event, some wondered whether the treat was a hint at what she planned to wear.
“So, she’s showing up dressed as a ice cream cone with sprinkles?” one user pondered on X, with another one saying, “She’s gonna pull a Lady Gaga & arrive in a dress made of ice cream.”
Of course, not everyone was amused by Kardashian’s continued presence at fashion’s biggest night. One critic asked, “Can she skip the Met Gala at least for ONE year? Why do we have to see her every year?”
Kim Kardashian Put Her Legs On Display At The Met
Kardashian created her Met Gala outfit in collaboration with creative director Nadia Lee Cohen, British artist Allen Jones, and designer duo Whitaker/Malem.
The “KUWTK” star stepped out in a striking, form-fitting tangerine look that resembled armor fit for a warrior heading into battle. The outfit featured a high neckline, a corset-like structure across the torso, and a sculptural cone shape around the bust.
Attached to the look was a long, semi-sheer skirt panel that opened at the front, putting Kardashian’s legs on full display. She paired the ensemble with nude high heels, seemingly allowing the outfit to remain the center of attention.
Her hair was styled in long, voluminous blonde waves, giving the already dramatic look a goddess-like finish.
Kim Opened Up About Her Design Team
In a chat with Vogue, Kardashian gave fans an inside look at how her Met Gala outfit came together, beginning with her decision to reach out to Cohen to take the lead.
The creative director then recommended Allen Jones for the dress design, an idea Kardashian quickly embraced, as she had already been familiar with his work.
“I have seen his work referenced so many times by people in fashion, and I’ve always been a big admirer of his work,” the businesswoman said.
She also explained her belief that Jones could help create something truly unforgettable, possibly even rivaling her 11 previous Met Gala looks.
“Allen Jones would be iconic… Sexy. Classic. Cool. Innovative,” Kardashian added.
How Kim Kardashian’s Met Gala Look Was Designed
To design the dress, Jones repurposed a cast created for an unreleased film from the mid-1990s. The decision reportedly came from Kardashian’s desire to wear something original, rather than have her own body cast for the look.
From there, completing the outfit took a whopping three weeks. The process included the difficult task of sourcing fiberglass and painting the sculptural piece at an auto body shop.
For the leather skirt, Kardashian relied on the craftsmanship of artisans Patrick Whitaker and Keir Malem.
There was also one final twist in the creation process, and it came from Kardashian herself. The outfit was initially designed as a full-length body cast, but she ultimately chose to have it shortened into a bodysuit to allow for more movement.
