Let’s be real—when the New York City Ballet’s Spring Gala rolls around, we’re all secretly (or not so secretly) waiting for the fashion moments. Sure, the dancing is *chef’s kiss*, but the red carpet? That’s where the real drama unfolds.
This year, Ariana DeBose showed up reminding everyone why she’s a style icon. The woman could wear a potato sack and make it look couture, but no—she went full glam, proving once again that ballet galas are just Met Gala Lite (and honestly, sometimes better).
Then there’s Diane Kruger, who apparently got the memo that understated is *not* the vibe for NYCB. Her look was pure fantasy—like she stepped out of a Balanchine ballet but decided to upstage the actual performance. Icon behavior.
And Nia Long? Mesh heels, a bejeweled collar, and the confidence of someone who knows the paparazzi are about to lose their minds. This is why we stan.
But let’s not forget the real MVPs: the shoes. Ballet flats may rule the stage, but off it? Strappy sandals, sky-high stilettos, and anything that sparkles harder than the chandeliers at Lincoln Center. Footwear News wasn’t lying—this gala is a shoe lover’s dream.
So yes, the dancing is exquisite. The choreography? Revolutionary. But let’s be honest—we’re all just here for the fashion. And honestly? The ballet world is better for it.
*(P.S. If anyone has a lead on where to cop those mesh heels Nia wore, slide into my DMs.)*
