Straight-backs, baby bangs, and buzzcuts – the Met Gala gave us so much more than “Hollywood mermaid waves” this year. And we appreciate the creativity. Scroll for our favorite hairstyles from the 2023 Met Gala, and save your faves for your next wedding, prom, or special occasion.

Quinta Brunson's updo hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: Quinta Brunson attends the 2023 Costume Institute Benefit celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty” at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/Getty Images)

Quinta Brunson 

Hairstylist Alexander Armand made our formal updo dreams come true with Quinta Brunson’s show-stopping, sculptural updo. Strategic hairpieces and products from Maui Moisture made Brunson’s Met Gala debut a memorable one.

Michaela Coel's straight back corn row hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
Michaela Coel at the 2023 Met Gala: Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 1, 2023 in New York, New York. (Photo by Michael Buckner/Variety via Getty Images)

Michaela Cole 

Michaela Cole’s straight-back cornrows are all the prom hairstyle inspo we need this season. 

Imaan Hammam's curly hairstyle  at the Met Gala 2023

Imaan Hammam 

Anyone looking for curly bridal hairstyle inspo? Imaan rocked gorgeous, gorgeous curls that stood out against her simple white gown.

Whitney Peak's finger waves hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: Whitney Peak attends The 2023 Met Gala Celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Karl Lagerfeld)

Whitney Peak

Finger waves were all over the beige carpet at last night’s Met Gala, and we’re partial to Whitney Peak’s glossy take on the 1920’s hairstyle. 

Adut Akech's blunt bob hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: Adut Akech attends The 2023 Met Gala Celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images)

Adut Akech

Another 1920’s nod with the chic blunt bob, Adut Akech adds an edge with her black lipstick.

Salma Hayek's bubble ponytail hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023

Salma Hayek 

Looking to dress up your ponytail for a special occasion? Salma Hayek add red rosettes for a bubble bow style.

Olivia Rodrigo's baby bangs hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: Olivia Rodrigo attends The 2023 Met Gala Celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images)

Olivia Rodrigo 

Olivia Rodrigo was channeling Audrey Hepburn with her soft baby bangs last night.

Maya Hawke's wolf cut hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: Maya Hawke attends the 2023 Met Gala Celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty” at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)

Maya Hawke

The wolf cut is everywhere this year, including the Met Gala red carpet. 

Tems' updo hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023

Tems

Tems knows how to make a statement on a red carpet, and this feathered headpiece is no exception.

Florence Pugh's buzzcut hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: Florence Pugh attends the 2023 Costume Institute Benefit celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty” at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/Getty Images)

Florence Pugh

Florence’s feathered headpiece certainly had everyone talking, and below it? A freshly shaven buzzcut. We know how empowering it can feel to go short, and we’re excited to see Florence Pugh in this new hair phase.

Rita Ora's wavy hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023

Rita Ora

Let’s be honest, Rita Ora’s beauty look was really all about the nails. But the waist length waves caught our eye too. 

Gigi Hadid's long wavy hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: Gigi Hadid attends The 2023 Met Gala Celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

Gigi Hadid

Gigi Hadid wore a half-up, half-down ponytail – along with many other celebs including Emily Ratajkowski and Anne Hathaway. This wavy take is our favorite.

Erika Woods' updo natural hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023

Erika Woods 

Save Erika Woods’ updo and stunning hair accessory look for your next special occasion or event. 

Maya Penn's natural hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: (L-R) Quinta Brunson, Julius Tennon, Viola Davis and Maya Penn attend the The 2023 Met Gala Celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/MG23/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)

Maya Penn

Gen Z environmental climate activist Maya Penn caught our attention with a stunning hairstyle by Lacy Redway. Pictured here with Quinta Brunson, Julius Tennon, and Viola Davis.

Quannah Chasinghorse's long wavy braided hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023

Quannah Chasinghorse 

Quannah Chasinghorse’s hairstyle by Paul Mitchell Artistic Director Paula Peralta celebrated her indigenous heritage.

Halle Bailey's hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: Halle Bailey attends The 2023 Met Gala Celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 at on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Ray Tamarra/GC Images)

Halle Bailey

We’d like a full tutorial from stylist Tinisha “Sparkle” Meeks on the magic behind this hairstyle.

Lil Nas X's hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023

Lil Nas X

Lil Nas X was completely encrusted in silver body paint and rhinestones – except for his hair. Which naturally, we love. 

Lizzo's updo bangs hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023

Lizzo 

Lizzo’s stylist Shelby Swain paired an updo with the Lush Wig Hair Trainer and customized hair pieces with spiked micro-bangs. 

Gabrielle Union's goddess braids hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023

Gabrielle Union 

Gabrielle Union wore waist-length goddess braids, a popular style in the NC community.

Janelle Monae's updo hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023

Janelle Monae

Janelle Monae’s super tall, structural top knot by celebrity hairstylist Nikki Nelms was inspired by her exaggerated tweed tuxedo. Nelms used the Mielle Pomegranate & Honey Blend Super Hold Edge Gel to get those edges laid down.

Julia Garner's curly pixie hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023

Julia Garner 

It’s rare to see natural waves on the red carpet – they’re so often heat styled beyond recognition. That’s why we love to see Julia Garner’s naturally wavy pixie at none other than the Met Gala.

FKA Twigs' updo hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: FKA Twigs attends the 2023 Costume Institute Benefit celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty” at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/Getty Images)

FKA Twigs 

Stylist Louis Souvestre created art with FKA Twigs’ intricate, sculptured updo. 

Ice Spice's  hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: Ice Spice attends The 2023 Met Gala Celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Noam Galai/GA/The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Images)

Ice Spice

The signature ginger curls were pressed straight for Ice Spice’s debut at the Met Gala. We love the way the color pops against her white dress.

Amanda Seyfreid's disco curls hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: Amanda Seyfried attends The 2023 Met Gala Celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Karl Lagerfeld)

Amanda Seyfreid

Amanda Seyfreid gave us all the volume with her 70’s inspired disco waves. 

Cardi B's red hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, USA – MAY 01: Cardi B departs The Mark Hotel to attend the 2023 Met Gala Celebrating, an annual fundraising gala held for the benefit of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute, in New York, United States on May 01, 2023. (Photo by Lokman Vural Elibol/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)
Cardi B's silver hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023

Cardi B 

Cardi B wore not one, but two completely different outfits and hairstyles to the Met Gala last night. One featured an auburn red low bun and the second was a silver 60’s inspired look with a headband. Which was your favorite?

Teyana Taylor's mullet pixie hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: Teyana Taylor attends The 2023 Met Gala Celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

Teyana Taylor 

Expect to see more of the pixie mullet now that Teyana Taylor brought it to the Met Gala.

Keke Palmer's hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023

Keke Palmer

Keke Palmer’s voluminous Hollywood hairstyle was the perfect accompaniment to her Sergio Hudson tweed gown.

Men with Braids

It’s not just about the ladies, we’re here for all  the men with braids at the Met Gala.

Trevor Noah's straight back cornrows braids  hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: Trevor Noah attends The 2023 Met Gala Celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Karl Lagerfeld)

Trevor Noah 

Trevor Noah in straight back cornrows.

Pusha T's braided hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023

Pusha T 

Maluma's braided hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: Maluma attends the 2023 Met Gala Celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty” at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)

Maluma

Shai Gilgeous Alexander's braided hairstyle at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander attends The 2023 Met Gala Celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 

He wasn’t named the most stylish player in the NBA for nothing. 

Asap Rocky's & Rihanna's hairstyles  at the Met Gala 2023
NEW YORK, NY – MAY 01: Rihanna and ASAP Rocky are seen attending The 2023 Met Gala Celebrating ‘Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty’ at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Jose Perez/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images)

A$AP Rocky

Closing out with A$AP Rocky, who shut down the Met Gala carpet alongside Rihanna with their late arrival. It did not disappoint.

Which were your favorite hairstyles at the Met Gala?