Emily Blunt’s half-million-dollar pearl body necklace at the 2026 Met Gala redefined the relationship between clothing and jewelry, showcasing a bold new direction in fashion. Held on May 4 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, this year’s event, themed ‘Fashion Is Art,’ set the stage for avant-garde expressions.
Blunt wore a custom outfit from Ashi Studio, but it was her striking necklace by Mikimoto that truly stole the spotlight. The body necklace features an impressive 21.85-carat morganite and 45.97 carats of diamonds. This daring choice not only elevated her look but also blurred the lines between garment and adornment.
Key details of the ensemble:
- The necklace alone cost approximately $500,000.
- Blunt accessorized with additional Mikimoto Bows Akoya Pearl Earrings and Rings totaling 45.04 carats of diamonds.
- The event raised funds for the Costume Institute, continuing its legacy of supporting art and fashion.
Jessica Paster, Blunt’s stylist, noted that this approach reverses traditional fashion roles: “The clothing fully embodies the theme, while the jewelry plays more of a supporting role. Here, we reversed that.” This innovative perspective invites us to reconsider what constitutes a complete outfit.
Blunt’s appearance was further enhanced by makeup artist Jenn Streicher and hairstylist Laini Reeves. On the red carpet, she reunited with co-stars Stanley Tucci and Felicity Blunt—an emotional moment that added warmth to the glamorous affair.
The Met Gala continues to be a platform where fashion meets art in unexpected ways. As this year’s event concluded, one can’t help but wonder how such groundbreaking choices will influence future trends in both clothing and jewelry. After all, when we saw this extraordinary creation from Mikimoto, we knew it was perfect for redefining modern elegance.
