Nicole Kidman debuts bold new hairstyle at 2025 Met Gala

Kidman wore a tailored all-black gown to the event

Nicole Kidman flaunted more than a Balenciaga gown on the 2025 Met Gala red carpet.

Kidman, 57, sported an uber-short pixie cut — a stark contrast to her typical long, flowing blonde locks. The short cut exposed a natural-looking ombré, with her blonde hair fading to brown underneath.

The bold new cut was arguably more dramatic than her couture outfit. Kidman wore a recreation of a 1950s gown by Cristóbal Balenciaga under the guidance of the house’s outgoing creative director, Demna.

Originally designed in 1952, Kidman’s corset gown was crafted from silk and featured multiple layers, according to Vogue. The waist and hips were accentuated with silk satin bow belts. She was wearing earrings, a bangle, and a ring by Cindy Chao The Art Jewel's White Label Collection.

Kidman’s look was completed by a black lace scarf, gloves, and pumps — along with the bold new haircut.

But less than 24 hours before launching the new look, the actor-producer was seen at the Charli XCX concert with a long blonde ponytail.

Nicole Kidman debuted a new hairdo on the Met Gala red carpet (Getty Images)

She posted a picture of her outfit to her Instagram story with the caption: “Great Night NYC,” with a green apple emoji and tagging the “365” singer.

Kidman wore an all-black ensemble to the concert, complete with black sunglasses.

Kidman was seen with a long blonde ponytail less than 24 hours before walking the Met Gala red carpet (Instagram/Nicole Kidman)

Fans spotted her dancing in the crowd throughout the night at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.

In speaking about her Met Gala look, Kidman said: “When I spoke to Anna, she shared with me that the red carpet theme was ‘Tailored For You,’ and this dress embodies that.

Kidman wore custom Balenciaga on the carpet (Getty Images)

“From the hips, to the bows around the waist, to the corset, Demna and his team have this dress tailored to perfection. The fabric and the tulle is divine.”

Kidman noted that part of the inspiration for the gown came from photos her stylist Jason Bolden shared of female dandies like Eartha Kitt.

Kidman sported gloves, earrings, and black pumps (Getty Images for The Met Museum/)

“Tonight is an honor to them!” Kidman added.

The ensemble catered to the event’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” and dress code, “Tailored for You,” which celebrate the opening of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s forthcoming spring exhibition, which will be open to the public between May 10 and October 26.

Kidman appeared at the Met Gala for the third straight year (Getty Images)

Fans instantly took note of Kidman’s new ‘do on the heels of her concert-going experience.

“NICOLE KIDMAN SHORT HAIR THE WORLD IS HEALING,” one fan wrote on X.

Kidman opted for oversized earrings and no necklace to accompany her gown (AFP via Getty Images)

“I love nicole kidman’s look,” another said.

A third wrote: “The meaning of Perfection is Nicole Kidman”

Kidman wore a recreation of a 1950s Balenciaga gown (AFP via Getty Images)