Ascending the emerald-dusted carpet that coated the steps–turned–runway at the Met last night, the gracious gents of film, fashion and art came through in avant-garde accessories and floral embellishments. Inspired by a short story written by English novelist J.G. Ballard in 1962, the story chronicles a wealthy Count and Countess as they swan around their blissful and ethereal estate. A tale that oozes charm, the best menswear looks celebrated the opening of the Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion exhibit by embodying the story’s flair and creativity.

Hair pieces were a go-to accessory for some, with co-host Bad Bunny opting for a midnight blue suit with a red silk inseam by Maison Margiela, equipped with a plumply-rimmed Stephen Jones hat. Sean McGirr’s Alexander McQueen was behind Usher‘s threads, with the American singer pairing a sweeping black cape with a wide-brimmed leather hat and hand-carried dripping red roses.

It was a majo night for fashion’s biggest brands. Alton Mason also wore Thom Browne, with a gaping skirt, high-rise cumberbund and draping coat, artfully constructed in the designer’s signature, grainy materials. Prada decked out celebs in classic style, with Troye Sivan walking the carpet in a baby blue shirt and black halter-neck combo, whilst actor Harris Dickinson wore a sleek, brown suit over a white shirt with lime-green embellishments. Nicholas Galitzine shined in Fendi, in an expertly tailored black suit with subtle floral embossing. Saltburn’s Barry Keogan turned heads in a head-to-toe velvet number by Burberry, complete with pocket watch and top hat.

Loewe was another go-to, with ambassador Josh O’Connor looking dapper as ever in a skinny, split tail train jacket paired with hand-beaded floral boots. O’Connor’s Challengers co-star, Mike Faist, also went with a Loewe look, a slightly simpler double-breasted jacket with cream trousers, decorated with a beaded radish that sat proudly on the lapel. It was a great night for smaller brands too, with actor Colman Domingo wearing a Willy Chavarria cape to pay homage to late, great André Leon Talley and Chadwick Boseman, both of whom wore similar garments when they attended the gala. Lil Nas X wore an outfit from up-and-coming brand Luar that was covered in over 50,000 Swarovski crystals. Let’s hear it for the boys!