Images courtesy of Cartier Square, curved, rectangular, or oval. Since the beginning of the 20th century, Cartier watches have established the Maison as the watchmaker of shapes through their signature designs. This year, Cartier is enriching its ever-dynamic repertoire and revealing the essence of its watchmaking expertise through a unique mastery of savoir-faire. From the most essential to the most expressive, the shapes of Cartier watches all require bespoke craftsmanship

The 2026 Met Gala explored “Costume Art,” positioning fashion as fine art and the body as canvas—where couture, culture, and identity intersected on one of fashion’s most iconic stages.