Ivy Getty, an American model and philanthropist, collaborated with Parisian designer Ludovic de Saint Sernin to create her Met Gala dress, inspired by the 1926 illustration *L’Eclat de l’Or* by Russian artist Erté. The sketch, originally for the show *The Golden Fables*, was chosen from Getty’s mood board; the pair later discovered it is held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s archive, coinciding with its 100th anniversary. The final fringed gown debuted on the Met Gala red carpet, and the duo discussed the creative process in an interview.
The story highlights the intersection of fashion, art history, and serendipity within the high-profile context of the Met Gala, an event that draws global attention to the Costume Institute’s annual exhibition. It underscores how archival artworks can directly inspire contemporary design, and how personal connections between a socialite and a rising designer can produce a culturally resonant moment. The article also reflects the ongoing influence of early 20th-century theatrical costume design on modern fashion.