Harry Styles delighted fans as he arrived at the Met Gala 2019 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York on Monday.

Taking into consideration the event's Camp: Notes on Fashion theme, the former One Direction star, 25, pulled out all the stops in a semi-sheer black lace ensemble, one dangling pearl earring and heels.

Arriving alongside Gucci's designer, Alessandro Michele, the British hitmaker, who is part of this year's Met Gala committee, looked in high spirits as he posed away on the red carpet.

He's here! Harry Styles delighted fans as he arrived at the Met Gala 2019 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York on Monday

Harry commanded attention in the black ensemble which bared a glimpse of his body in the semi-sheer number which boasted black ruffling down the centre.

The garment showed off his flair for fashion with ruched semi-sheer sleeves, ending in a lace fluting which showed off his various inkings.

The Dunkirk actor made a simple, yet stylish impact with a sole pearl drop earring which proved to be in the shape of a bee with diamond wings.

Harry boosted his height with a pair of shiny black heeled shoes as he posed away on the pink carpet.

The 1D star got his ears pierced specifically for the occasion, according to his friend and stylist Harry Lambert.

Stylish: The former One Direction star, 25, pulled out all the stops in a semi-sheer black lace ensemble and dangling pearl earring

Work it: Arriving alongside Gucci's designer, Alessandro Michele, the British hitmaker looked in high spirits as he posed away on the red carpet

Harry told Miss Vogue: "It was the perfect final touch for the outfit... Harry and I have discussed previously piercing his ears, and this was the perfect time. I text him and he replied, saying "Let's do it".

'Harry has always been keen to experiment with fashion and is never scared to try something new....

'It has been a natural progression of experimentation that has led up to the look and where we are today.'

Meanwhile, Harry admitted it was an 'honour' to have been asked to co-chair fashion's biggest night, adding 'it's nice to be here'.

Little touch: The Dunkirk actor made a simple, yet stylish impact with a sole pearl drop earring which proved to be in the shape of a bee with diamond wings

Wow! Harry's red carpet companion Alessandro was the mastermind behind the incredible eye catching look, sparing no expense when it came to accessorising Harry's ensemble

Asked what camp means to him, he told Vogue.com: 'I think it's about enjoyment and fun, no judgement, having fun with clothes, I think fashion is supposed to be fun and it's a good time for that right now, people being themselves.'

Harry's red carpet companion Alessandro was the mastermind behind the incredible design of his eye catching look.

The outfit was styled by Harry Lambert, who spared no expense when it came to accessorising the outfit.

He styled his look with a plethora of chunky statement rings, including two big gold rings which bore his initials H and S on the front.

What a beauty! Alessandro also shared a picture of the singer's pearl drop earring, which was adorned with gold and diamond detailing

His nails were designed by Jenny Nails, who opted for black and turquoise tones to complement Harry's ensemble.

Alessandro also shared a picture of the singer's pearl drop earring, which was adorned with gold and diamond detailing.

Later in the evening Harry switched up his look, trading his sheer blouse for a white one, complete with a huge red bow tie. He also exchanged his pearl earring for a gold and black cross.

Harry was joined by designer Alessandro, who also made a stylish statement in a ruffled pink head-to-toe ensemble.

In high spirits: Later in the evening Harry switched up his look, trading his sheer blouse for a white one, complete with a huge red bow tie

Looking good: His nails were designed by Jenny Nails, who opted for black and turquoise tones to complement Harry's ensemble

Harry commanded attention in the black ensemble which bared a glimpse of his body in the semi-sheer number which boasted black ruffling down the centre

The creative added to the eye-catching look with a silver headband, which tamed her long brunette locks in place.

This year, the exhibit and gala are dedicated to the idea of 'camp,' as defined by Susan Sontag's 1964 essay Notes on 'Camp.'

The Met Gala, formally known as the Costume Institute Benefit, is always chaired by a team of high-wattage celebrities, and this year is no exception.

The event is chaired by pop star and actress-of-the-moment Lady Gaga, tennis star Serena Williams, and singer Harry Styles, along with Gucci designer Alessandro Michele and, as always, Vogue editor Anna Wintour.

Fashionable: The garment showed off his flair for fashion with ruched semi-sheer sleeves, ending in a lace fluting

Star: Harry work his magic for the cameras at the eagerly-anticipated annual event

Think pink: Harry was joined by designer Alessandro, who also made a stylish statement in a ruffled pink head-to-toe ensemble

Silver lining: The creative added to the eye-catching look with a silver headband, which tamed her long brunette locks in place

Inside the invite-only Met Gala: Anna Wintour approves the guest list... and stars pay $35,000 per seat Anna Wintour has the final say over each person on the guest list The annual Met Gala extravaganza raises money for the museum's Costume Institute kicks off the Met's annual major fashion exhibition -- look out, because the theme is 'camp.' And the more outrageous the outfit, the better for the Met Gala red carpet, where the A-listers strut their stuff, usually in the most eye-popping ensemble they can find to match the theme. Last year, Rihanna showed up in full papal-esque regalia, and Madonna wore a regal black gown - with a see-through cross in the bodice - to go along with the 'Heavenly Bodies' concept. Want a seat? They go for $35,000 a piece. Attendance is by invitation only, and word has it that Vogue editor extraordinaire Anna Wintour has the final say over each person on the guest list. Organizers did reveal a smattering of names last month -- members of the so-called 'host committee' -- and so expect to see Jennifer Lopez, Bradley Cooper, Katy Perry and Priyanka Chopra. Wintour co-chairs the event this year with an eclectic mix of boldface names -- Gucci designer Alessandro Michele, pop diva Lady Gaga, British singer Harry Styles and tennis superstar Serena Williams. Advertisement

Back to back: Harry embarked on a series of fun poses with Alessandro

Wintour said she believes this year's Met Gala to be about 'self expression' and 'individuality', noting that she wanted to see 'outrageous, fun, tongue in cheek' fashion on the red carpet.

Attendance is by invitation only, and word has it that Vogue editor extraordinaire Anna has the final say over each person on the guest list.

The new theme seems decidedly more lighthearted than last year's hugely successful Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination, about the relationship between fashion and Catholicism.