Venus Williams wore a one-of-a-kind Swarovski couture gown at the 2026 Met Gala red carpet in New York City on Monday. Williams’s outfit was designed by Giovanna Engelbert , Swarovski ’s first global creative director. The black mesh crystal dress featured a form-fitting silhouette, with the plated silver and diamond statement necklace serving as a key fixture for the overall look. Venus Williams Lexie Moreland With references to her family and heritage, along with her journey as a decorated athlete, the look merged sentimental and stylish elements together. You May Also Like The ensemble was inspired by Robert Pruitt’s “ Venus Williams ” Double Portrait from 2022, a portrait of the tennis champion that was commissioned by the National Portrait Gallery. Williams’s look for the 2026 Met Gala was curated by stylist Ronald Burton III. Venus Williams Lexie Moreland “There’s a lot of symbolism.…