This year’s Met Gala saw Anna Sawai steal the show with a look inspired by the legendary Yoko Ono. Her stylist revealed that the chic white suit was a direct homage to Ono, and the goal was to let the outfit shine while keeping the hair and makeup deliberately low-key. Anh was the mastermind behind the sleek, straight hairstyle that perfectly complemented the night’s theme of Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.
The Styling Process
Here’s how Anh brought Anna’s look to life:
- He kicked things off by applying Milbon&’s Monochromatic Froth Blowout Foam to her damp hair.
- Four pumps of Froth Blowout Foam were worked through each section to ensure every strand was sleek and protected.
- Anh then added some of Milbon’s Illuminating Glow Oil to the ends for that extra shine.
- Before blow-drying, he created a central part to keep everything looking polished.
- He blow-dried each section straight, using the ATO Roundbrush #5 for smoothing while keeping some of Anna’s natural texture intact. The Dyson Supersonic R was his tool of choice, complete with a nozzle attachment for precision.
- Finally, because of the rain, a flat iron was used to lock in that flawless finish to last throughout the night.
Effortless Elegance on the Red Carpet
When it comes to Anna’s style evolution, Anh shared his thoughts on how her recent red carpet appearances reflect a simple yet modern elegance. He appreciates her effortless charm, noting that she has a natural grace about her that never feels forced or overdone.
Fan and Critic Reactions
As soon as Anna’s look hit the red carpet, fans and critics buzzed about it, especially since the outfits were in the works long before the event. A fun coincidence? Anna and Zendaya showed up in similar styles, which Anh noted was just that—a happy coincidence! Both teams were super supportive of each other, and after the gala, Zendaya even sent Anna flowers to celebrate.
Anh also paid tribute to Dior’s meticulous work on Anna’s suit and hat, spotlighting the effort that went into creating such a standout look. The ‘70s inspiration made her ensemble all the more exciting.
Anna’s look at the Met Gala was a stunning blend of Yoko Ono inspiration and modern elegance, with sleek hair skillfully styled by Anh. With each appearance, Anna continues to captivate and inspire, proving once again that she’s a true style icon.