Sinéad Burke was flying the flag for Ireland solo at the 2026 Met Gala, and honestly, what better representation!
The Dublin woman dialled up the glam on the red carpet, sporting a fabulous Christian Siriano number, with the designer gushing that it was a ‘true honour’ to dress her.
Though she didn’t bring a pop of colour to the event like other attendees, Sinéad’s all-black ensemble oozed classic elegance.
Her dress boasted a figure-hugging corseted bodice and a striking skirt made out of black embellishments.
The same black embellishments were used to add a bit of glitz to the top of the dress in the form of cap sleeves.
Sinéad’s gown also featured black chiffon draping, parading behind her from the tops of both shoulders.
Posing up a storm, Sinéad tossed the fabric around for a cool effect in photographs, and we can confirm that it worked a charm.
Sinéad’s attendance at the 2026 Met Gala was of huge significance as the activist represented Ireland on the 2026 Costume Institute Benefit Host Committee.
She was joined by huge names, such as Sabrina Carpenter, Doja Cat, Lena Dunham, Angela Bassett, and Sam Smith, as they worked on the event alongside Anna Wintour and this year’s co-chairs, Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, and Venus Williams.
Sinéad is no stranger to the world of fashion, having graced the cover of British Vogue in 2023 for its reframing edition, which focused on people living with a disability.
The Dublin woman is also well acquainted with Anna Wintour, having first met her a few years ago at a fashion show.
‘At the time I thought this was going to be the only time I would be in a room and fashion show with her,’ she said on The Late Late Show.
‘And I said to the person beside me, “I’m going to say hello to Anna.” I went down the steps, stood in front of her, and she wore sunglasses so you’re not sure if she’s actually looking at you – and just word-vomited at her.’
‘I was like, “Hi, my name is Sinéad, you’ve been editor-in-chief at Vogue for my whole life!” Which I had meant as a compliment,’ she insisted.
Thankfully, Anna didn’t seem to be put off by the remark, and a few years later, she ended up sitting beside her at a dinner, and now she’s at the Met Gala. The rest is history!
