Doja Cat Makes a Splash at the Met Gala with Hair Gel and Water

Doja Cat Drenches Herself in Hair Gel and Water at the 2024 Met Gala

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Doja Cat is famous for her extravagant red carpet outfits. Her attire at the Met Gala on Monday, May 6, was no different.

The 28-year-old singer opted for a long, loose white t-shirt dress by Vetements for the occasion. While this may seem like a simple choice for Doja, she added a unique twist by styling her hair with lots of gel and water, giving it a distinctively unconventional look. She also continued the wet-like theme in her makeup, with streaks of black mascara extending from under her eyes down to her chin.

Doja was holding onto the wet fabric on the red carpet when she talked with Emma Chamberlain. Emma asked the question that was on everyone's mind: "Are you feeling uncomfortable?" Doja confessed, "It's really terrible when I'm cold."

Doja Cat Drenches Herself in Hair Gel and Water at the 2024 Met Gala

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The singer of "Kiss Me More" shared her desire to make a big change from the extravagant look she had last year. This time, she opted for something completely different, moving away from cat-like prosthetics and heavy crystal beading. She mentioned that going in the opposite direction was what made the new look exciting for her.

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The theme for this year's Met Gala was "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion," with a dress code of "Garden of Time." Doja Cat truly nailed staying on theme.

“We want to go with a wet t-shirt because cotton is the most used flower and we thought that would be very poetic,” she explained to Chamberlain, 22.

Doja Cat Drenches Herself in Hair Gel and Water at the 2024 Met Gala

Doja paid tribute to the "garden" theme of the event with the fabric of her dress. At the same time, the silhouette of her dress symbolized the concept of time. According to Doja, the t-shirt is a classic and timeless piece of clothing that will never go out of style.

Before getting ready for the red carpet, Doja came out of The Mark hotel looking fresh as if she had just showered. She walked by photographers and fans wearing a white towel around her body and another on her head, both by Vetements.

Editor's P/S:

Doja Cat's bold and unconventional Met Gala look garnered mixed reactions. Some praised her commitment to artistic expression, while others questioned the comfort and practicality of her outfit. However, it's undeniable that Doja made a statement and challenged traditional fashion norms.

The singer's explanation of her look's symbolism adds depth to her artistic vision. By using cotton, a common natural fiber, Doja paid homage to the theme of nature and sustainability. The timeless silhouette of the t-shirt dress represents the enduring nature of fashion, while the wet-like styling evokes the fluidity and impermanence of time. Doja's attention to detail and her willingness to push boundaries demonstrate her creativity and individuality.