Lady Gaga put on an entire performance [1] for her walk up the Met Gala stairs [2]. But after shedding her layers for the Camp: Notes on Fashion theme [3] (down to her lingerie, mind you), it was back to business for the songstress, who stepped out in NYC near Central Park in a sophisticated black dress. Gaga's formfitting design featured peplum panels and a matching cropped blazer, but zoom in close and you'll see this outfit wasn't so plain Jane.
The triangle cutout in the bustier bodice gave off the illusion of a bra, altogether making Gaga's look quite risqué. While she may still wear it to a business meeting — she is Lady Gaga [4] after all — I obviously wouldn't think about bringing this baby into the boardroom. That said, this ensemble screams Gaga to me, through and through. Sure, she's worn a meat dress and she even slipped back into her old ways for the pre-Met party in this over the top Marc Jacobs number [5].
But Lady Gaga in a bold red lip and matching manicure, choppy platinum wig, and architectural sunglasses is just how I like to think of her style [6] — exaggerated, and yet somehow simple. Read on to see how she accessorised with classic Jimmy Choo pumps and her go-to Celine by Hedi Slimane bag, then shop for similar structured midis that have a touch of sex appeal.
Lady Gaga Wearing a Black Cutout Dress and Matching Blazer in NYC
Fame and Partners The Maryanna Dress
Fame and Partners The Maryanna Dress [8] ($299)
Topshop Racer Body-Con Midi Dress
Topshop Racer Body-Con Midi Dress [9] ($100)
Dion Lee Cutout Silk-Charmeuse Maxi Dress
Dion Lee Cutout Silk-Charmeuse Maxi Dress [10] ($1,590)
Maison Margiela Sleeveless Tulle Panel Blazer Dress
Maison Margiela Sleeveless Tulle Panel Blazer Dress [11] ($1,195, originally $2,390)
City Chic Undress Me Dress
City Chic Undress Me Dress [12] ($139)
Cushnie Asymmetrical Cutout Pencil Dress
Cushnie Asymmetrical Cutout Pencil Dress [13] ($1,525)
A.L.C. Juno Dress in Black
A.L.C. Juno Dress in Black [14] ($347, originally $495)
Jacquemus Azur One-Shoulder Cutout Knitted Maxi Dress
Jacquemus Azur One-Shoulder Cutout Knitted Maxi Dress [15] ($560)
John Zack Tall One-Shoulder Maxi Dress With Cutout Detail in Black
John Zack Tall One-Shoulder Maxi Dress With Cutout Detail in Black [16] ($61, originally $76)