01of 08The SketchCourtesy Tommy HilfigerTommy Hilfiger created Winnie’s custom beaded gown that paid homage to her Caribbean heritage. “Being Jamaican, it was important for me to showcase my background,” she tells PEOPLE.02of 08Glam TimeMarcus Cooper"For an event like the Met Gala, you basically have to block out your entire day to get ready, but that makes it really fun and glamorous," she says.03of 08Getting PreppedMarcus Cooper"We started the fittings a few days before the event, but we worked on the dress with Tommy and his team since January," the model says.04of 08The InspirationMarcus Cooper"The carnival has such a rich cultural significance as it was used to celebrate the end of slavery. Growing up around the carnival, I always loved the uber-glamourous costumes," she shares.05of 08Winnie’s Styling ProMarcus Cooper"I decided to work this year with Anna Trevelyan. She was the very first stylist I worked with in the fashion industry along with Nick Knight," Winnie says.“She has the best energy and knows to dress you chic and sexy!“06of 08The CapeMarcus Cooper"I think my black feather cape is so over-the-top that it might overshadow my headpiece!” she says.07of 08The DetailsMarcus Cooper"The cape was made with the most glistening jewels and crystals, just like my gown, and really makes a statement on its own. It’s the perfect final touch that makes the whole look truly feel camp,” she says.08of 08Ready to GoMarcus Cooper"I enjoy a glass of champagne and call my family to get the best energy boost before heading to the Met!" she says.
01of 08The SketchCourtesy Tommy HilfigerTommy Hilfiger created Winnie’s custom beaded gown that paid homage to her Caribbean heritage. “Being Jamaican, it was important for me to showcase my background,” she tells PEOPLE.
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The Sketch
Courtesy Tommy Hilfiger
Tommy Hilfiger created Winnie’s custom beaded gown that paid homage to her Caribbean heritage. “Being Jamaican, it was important for me to showcase my background,” she tells PEOPLE.
02of 08Glam TimeMarcus Cooper"For an event like the Met Gala, you basically have to block out your entire day to get ready, but that makes it really fun and glamorous," she says.
02of 08
Glam Time
Marcus Cooper
“For an event like the Met Gala, you basically have to block out your entire day to get ready, but that makes it really fun and glamorous,” she says.
03of 08Getting PreppedMarcus Cooper"We started the fittings a few days before the event, but we worked on the dress with Tommy and his team since January," the model says.
03of 08
Getting Prepped
“We started the fittings a few days before the event, but we worked on the dress with Tommy and his team since January,” the model says.
04of 08The InspirationMarcus Cooper"The carnival has such a rich cultural significance as it was used to celebrate the end of slavery. Growing up around the carnival, I always loved the uber-glamourous costumes," she shares.
04of 08
The Inspiration
“The carnival has such a rich cultural significance as it was used to celebrate the end of slavery. Growing up around the carnival, I always loved the uber-glamourous costumes,” she shares.
05of 08Winnie’s Styling ProMarcus Cooper"I decided to work this year with Anna Trevelyan. She was the very first stylist I worked with in the fashion industry along with Nick Knight," Winnie says.“She has the best energy and knows to dress you chic and sexy!”
05of 08
Winnie’s Styling Pro
“I decided to work this year with Anna Trevelyan. She was the very first stylist I worked with in the fashion industry along with Nick Knight,” Winnie says.
“She has the best energy and knows to dress you chic and sexy!”
06of 08The CapeMarcus Cooper"I think my black feather cape is so over-the-top that it might overshadow my headpiece!" she says.
06of 08
The Cape
“I think my black feather cape is so over-the-top that it might overshadow my headpiece!” she says.
07of 08The DetailsMarcus Cooper"The cape was made with the most glistening jewels and crystals, just like my gown, and really makes a statement on its own. It’s the perfect final touch that makes the whole look truly feel camp," she says.
07of 08
The Details
“The cape was made with the most glistening jewels and crystals, just like my gown, and really makes a statement on its own. It’s the perfect final touch that makes the whole look truly feel camp,” she says.
08of 08Ready to GoMarcus Cooper"I enjoy a glass of champagne and call my family to get the best energy boost before heading to the Met!" she says.
08of 08
Ready to Go
“I enjoy a glass of champagne and call my family to get the best energy boost before heading to the Met!” she says.
source: people.com
