Watch Spotting: Forget The Fits! Check Out The Watches Of Met Gala 2022
The first Monday in May started with a literal bang – via a nasty early-morning thunderstorm – and ended with a metaphorical bang by way of the 2022 Met Gala. Celebrities and notable public figures, from the world over, made their way to our concrete metropolis, to flaunt some of the most outrageous fashion choices you’re likely ever to see. None of the normal folk get to enter the hallowed halls of the Metropolitan Museum (where the yearly gala is held ), so we’re left to drool at the ‘fits as celebs walk the red carpet. Think of it like the Oscars, but only the red carpet part – and the carpet isn’t actually red. Last year (ok, eight months ago) it was beige. This year it’s red, white, and blue (so there’s some red).
The theme for the 2022 affair is “Gilded Glamour,” but as you’ll see, that notion is left open to interpretation. While the clothing choices are likely to catch the eyes of most, we’re looking at wrists only. In fact, we hope some of the attendees pick outfits with shorter sleeves next year. If we can’t see the watch, you don’t make the roundup – it’s simple as that. In any event – well particularly this event – here are our picks for some of the best watches from the red, white, and blue of Met Gala ’22.
Michelle Yeoh – Richard Mille RM07.
Michelle Yeoh, actress and star of Everything Everywhere All At Once
Mark Guiducci – Hermes Cape Cod
Mark Guiducci, Creative Director of Vogue
Paapa Essiedu – Gold Hublot Classic Fusion
Paapa Essiedu, actor know for his role in I May Destroy You
Ryan Reynolds – Omega Speedmaster Moonshine Gold (Green Dial)
Reynolds is the co-host of the Gala this year
Andy Blankenbuehler – Tudor Pelagos LHD
Dancer Andy Blankenbuehler
Nyjah Huston – Roger Dubuis Excalibur MT Cobalt Blue 42mm
Nyjah Huston, pro skater
Adrien Brody – Cartier Santos Yellow Gold
Adrien Brody, actor and Georgina Chapman, fashion designer
Jack Harlow – Rolex Sky-Dweller
Jack Harlow, rap artist
Patrick Schwarzenegger – Cartier Tank Louis Cartier
Patrick Schwarzenegger, actor
Will Welch – 1960s Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date On Chrome Hearts Bracelet
Regé-Jean Page – Longines DolceVita
Regé-Jean Page, actor
Sarah Jessica Parker – Cartier Tank SolarBeat
Sarah Jessica Parker, actress
Corey Gamble – Patek Philippe Tiffany Nautilus
Corey Gamble, Kris Jenner’s boyfriend
David Harbour – Chanel J12
David Harbour, actor and Lily Allen, musician
Mark Rober – Jacob And Co. Astronomia
Mark Rober, Youtuber
Oscar Isaac – Cartier Tank Francaise
Oscar Isaac, actor
Special thanks to the HODINKEE Met Gala 2022 Watch Spotting team: Lisa Gonzalez, Trevor Gilliland, Rich Fordon, Myles Kusaba, and Nora Taylor.
Lead image – Pete Davidson, wearing a Rolex Datejust with Kim Kardashian. All images courtesy, Getty.
