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It is currently 72 degrees in New York City, where the Met Gala is taking place. Which, if you’re Solange, means it’s the perfect occasion to wear an outfit that combines not only an enormous black puffer coat, but also a pair of figure skates.
To be fair, the Metropolitan Museum of Art is vaguely close to Lasker Rink in Central Park. Unfortunately, that rink is closed for the season. But whatever! You’re Solange, and if you want to attend a party in a fashion sleeping bag and non-functioning athletic attire, you can!
Here is the full look:
And here are the skates, courtesy of designer Thom Browne and not recommended for use on actual ice: