Jared Leto(2023)

Jared Leto, known for his transformative and often theatrical red carpet appearances, took his flair for dramatic entrances to a new level at a major event in 2023. He arrived dressed in a lifelike cat costume, paying homage to Karl Lagerfeld’s beloved pet, Choupette. This costume, while striking, was critiqued for its overly literal interpretation, which some felt bordered on the theatrical, veering into territory more reminiscent of a theme park character than high fashion. Later, Leto revealed a more conventional yet still dramatic all-black caped ensemble beneath the costume. This reveal was intended to connect more directly to his role in portraying Lagerfeld in an upcoming biopic, aiming to merge his method acting with real-life representation. However, the initial choice was seen as a missed opportunity to more subtly channel the essence of Choupette and Lagerfeld’s iconic style.