A bold fashion choice made three years ago continues to be a topic of discussion, with the individual behind it now revealing a solitary point of regret. The moment in question was the 2022 Met Gala, where a figure from reality television stepped onto the red carpet wearing an iconic piece of Hollywood history: the beaded, nude gown famously worn by Marilyn Monroe in 1962.
While the decision to wear the fragile, museum-piece dress—valued in the millions—generated significant controversy at the time, the wearer’s current reflection is not focused on the garment itself. Instead, the regret centers entirely on the accompanying hairstyle.
In a recent televised confessional, the individual reflected on the look, expressing a wish to have chosen a different hair color for the event. Contrary to the advice received from stylists, who warned that platinum blonde hair would create a “wax figure” effect, the choice was made to go fully blonde in homage to Monroe.
“I should have been like dark, Jackie O vibes hair,” the personality stated, revealing that the hairstyle has been a lingering point of doubt. This has led to extensive retroactive photo editing to visualize how a darker, more contrasting look might have appeared, a process described as having “tortured” the hairstylist involved.
The acquisition of the gown itself was a notable event, having been purchased at auction several years prior for a multi-million dollar sum, with its current estimated value having significantly increased. The decision to remove it from archival storage for a red carpet appearance was met with criticism from some observers.
Preparations for wearing the historically significant dress were reportedly intense, involving a strict dietary regimen undertaken weeks before the event to ensure a proper fit. The conceptual inspiration for the look was described as a quest for the “most American” symbol imaginable, leading directly to the legacy of Marilyn Monroe.
Ultimately, while the ensemble succeeded in making a lasting impression, the individual’s hindsight suggests that a different stylistic contrast—specifically, a darker hairstyle—might have been the preferred final touch.
