Emily Blunt’s half-million-dollar pearl body necklace redefined the relationship between clothing and jewelry at the 2026 Met Gala, held on May 4 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The event, themed “Fashion Is Art,” showcased innovative designs that blurred traditional boundaries.
Blunt wore a custom outfit from Ashi Studio, which included her remarkable pearl body necklace by Mikimoto. The necklace features a stunning 21.85-carat morganite and 45.97 carats of diamonds. This extravagant piece not only served as an accessory but also as a statement garment.
Key details of Blunt’s look:
- The pearl body necklace costs approximately $500,000.
- She accessorized with Mikimoto Bows Akoya Pearl Earrings and Rings that total an additional 45.04 carats of diamonds.
- Blunt made her Met Gala debut in 2007.
The event raised funds for the Costume Institute, co-chaired by notable figures like Beyoncé and Nicole Kidman. Blunt reunited with her co-star Stanley Tucci and sister Felicity Blunt on the red carpet, creating a memorable family moment.
Jessica Paster, Blunt’s stylist, emphasized the unique nature of the necklace, stating, “The body necklace became the garment; it defines the silhouette and directly expresses the relationship between the body and what adorns it.” Emily Blunt herself remarked, “It feels like wearable art and captures the idea of jewelry becoming part of the garment.”
This year’s gala highlighted how fashion can evolve. Yet, it remains uncertain how such innovations will influence future trends in haute couture.
