“When you stand in front of it now, you see a beautiful woman. For me, the image represents how fashion and cultural standards can shift over time,” she continued. “Today, a strap is a strap, but back when ‘Madame X’ was painted by Sargent, a strap was a scandal.”

In that vein, Schiaparelli designer Daniel Roseberry “took the spirit of the gown” as inspiration for the Met dress. 

“The silhouette nods to the painting, and the pearl-and-crystal straps are a quiet reference to the originals,” Sánchez Bezos explained, “but everything else is Daniel. His craftsmanship is breathtaking.”

For a deep dive into more of Sánchez Bezos’ fashion choices over the years, keep reading.