2023 Met Gala in New York City.This year's dress code requested that guests style themselves «in honor of Karl,» an extension of this year's Costume Institute exhibition, «Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty.» Dressed to the nines, stars from around the world did just that. Cruz, 48, dazzled as she made her entrance wearing a light blue Chanel couture Spring/Summer gown from 1988, complete with a hooded veil. The dress featured gorgeous beading throughout, and and a corseted bodice that came together with a sequined belt.Penelope Cruz stunned in bedazzled light blue Chanel couture Spring/Summer gown from 1988, complete with a hooded veil.«This is a very emotional day, because we were very lucky to be able to spend time with Karl and I love him.