Cardi B's Met Gala 2026: BTS video of her Marc Jacobs look

Just days after attending the Met Gala 2026, Cardi B has given her fans an intimate look into her preparation for fashion's biggest night. In a behind-the-scenes video posted to her Instagram, captioned "Fashionably late just a little Met BTS," the musician showcased her stunning transformation.

The clip begins with Cardi B getting her hair and makeup done—featuring a sculpted black bob and dramatic cat-eye eyeliner — before showing her posing in a luxury van on the way to the event.

This exclusive look concludes with the rapper arriving on the cream and green patterned carpet, posing for a sea of photographers.

Details of the Custom Marc Jacobs Gown

The Instagram post highlights her show-stopping outfit for the Met Gala 2026, which embraced the "Fashion Is Art" theme on May 4.

For the occasion, she wore a custom Marc Jacobs gown: a sheer, black lace catsuit with enormous, puffy sleeves and a voluminous train that revealed colourful panels of pink, coral, and lavender underneath.

Her appearance was all the more impressive, as Cardi B revealed on the red carpet that she was attending the event with a fever.

Fan reactions to the BTS video

This behind-the-scenes video was met with adoration from fans on Instagram. One commenter declared, "Bardi an icon and this is iconic," while another praised, "Cardi you ate and left no crumbs!!! and you look fabulous as always."

The post provides a personal glimpse into a high-fashion moment that had critics and fans talking, solidifying Cardi B's status as a red-carpet showstopper.