Styled by Anamika Khanna, Isha Ambani’s look embodied the evening’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” blending couture craftsmanship with jewellery extravagance. While her golden corset, sleek black silk trousers, and jewelled cape reflected meticulous design sensibilities, it was the necklace — reminiscent of the cinematic heist film Ocean’s 8 — that stole the spotlight.
The massive Cartier necklace featured a cascade of rare diamonds, each immaculately cut and set to create a luminous masterpiece. Its most prominent centrepiece echoed the real-life inspiration from the 1931 Cartier-designed Toussaint necklace, famously reimagined for the Ocean’s 8 movie. On Isha, it became not just an accessory but a celebration of heritage, legacy, and high jewellery artistry.
By choosing this historic piece, Isha paid homage to both classic European jewellery houses and the modern South Asian woman’s role on global fashion stages. Her ensemble merged Indian influence and Western sophistication — from the ornate embellishments on her cape to the ceremonial grandeur of her diamond adornment.
The necklace, reportedly part of a private Cartier archive collection, has rarely been seen in public and was specially curated for the Met Gala by the brand’s high jewellery division. Set in platinum and encrusted with colourless Type IIa diamonds — the purest gem-quality stones — the piece reflects a level of craftsmanship reserved for royalty and cinematic lore.
Her choice of jewellery elevated the look into the realm of fashion folklore. The crisp white hat, dramatic cape, and powerful jewels created a modern-day Maharani moment, blending elegance with a bold narrative.
As the cameras flashed and fashion critics swooned, Isha Ambani once again positioned herself as a global style icon — and her necklace, a crown jewel of the evening.
