In 1985, Donald Trump attended the Met Gala with his late ex-wife, Ivana Trump. Perhaps surprisingly, Donald’s outfit wasn’t too bad. It was your typical tuxedo with a white button-up shirt, black jacket and pants, and a bow tie to match. Ivana’s look, on the other hand, was as confusing as it appears. The former businesswoman graced the carpet in a purple leopard print dress with a matching shawl. She accesorized the look with a diamond necklace, but even that couldn’t make up for the wild outfit. And if you’re wondering whether or not the theme that year had something to do with animals, it didn’t.
The theme for the 1985 Met Gala was The Costumes of Royal India. According to the exhibition’s website, they explained, “Costumes of Royal India will include about 150 complete royal costumes, many of which are made up of several different layers and items of clothing.” The intention was to honor the rich history of the clothing of the elite in the South Asian country throughout the years. Although India is known for its bright colors and patterns in its clothing, Ivana’s look took it a step too far.
