Naomi Watts Attends Costume Institute Gala NYC

Naomi Watts channeled sculptural grace in a magenta Roland Mouret gown—equal parts retro romance and red carpet precision—at the 2010 Met Gala in New York.

There’s something about Naomi Watts that makes even the most theatrical fashion moments feel quietly powerful. At the 2010 Costume Institute Gala—held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City—Watts arrived in a look that whispered rather than shouted, yet still commanded the room.

Her choice? A magenta satin gown by Roland Mouret, a designer known for architectural tailoring and feminine restraint. The one-shoulder silhouette was pure drama, anchored by a voluminous bow that perched like origami on her shoulder. It wasn’t just a dress—it was a study in proportion, tension, and elegance.

The fabric caught the light with a soft sheen, giving her movement a liquid quality as she ascended the museum’s iconic steps. And then came the twist: a leopard-print clutch. Unexpected, a little wild, and exactly the kind of styling choice that keeps Naomi in the fashion conversation.

Gold jewelry—delicate yet deliberate—rounded out the look. A cuff bracelet and drop earrings added warmth without competing with the gown’s saturated hue. Her hair was swept back in a low chignon, exposing her neckline and letting the dress breathe. Makeup? Barely there, with a hint of rose on the lips and a soft shimmer across the lids.

Naomi Watts Attends Costume Institute Gala NYC – May 3, 2010

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