She appeared in Ocean's 8, with the premise of a fictional heist that takes place at the Met Gala.
But Monday marked the first time Awkwafina (real name: Nora Lum) had actually been invited to the event.
Making her debut, the 29-year-old sure didn't disappoint, stepping out in a gold tiered Altuzarra frock and catching the attention of all.
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She's a trophy! Awkwafina was a gold goddess as she made her Met Gala debut wearing Altuzarra on Monday evening in New York City
Awkwafina's dress was of a v-neck design and cinched in the waist before flowing out into pleated slimming tiers.
Her dress had two statement shoulder attractions with more material added.
With a modest slit up one side, she teamed the look with over-the-knee pointed tow metallic boots of a complimentary gold color.
Fasionista: Her dress had two statement shoulder attractions with more material added
A masterpiece: Awkwafina's dress was of a v-neck design and cinched in the waist before flowing out into pleated slimming tiers
Man behind the design: The beauty's date for the evening was her dress designer himself, Joseph Altuzarra
Awkwafina accessorised the statement look with a black bag, belt and a pair of blush pink colored drop earrings.
And The Crazy Rich Asians actress ensured her glam was very much just on point, sporting a flawless complexion.
Her makeup consisted of a subtle sweep of blush and semi-matte red lip - with attention on her golden eyeshadow and diamontes stuck along the top.
Awkwafina's dark tresses were loosely swept back off of her face with a side path, before being secured into a long low ponytail.
The beauty's date for the evening was her dress designer himself, Joseph Altuzarra.
Fashion's night of nights: The Met Gala is the annual fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute and is the most glittery and exclusive event on the New York fashion calendar
Before she received an official invite! She appeared in Ocean's 8, with the premise of a fictional heist that takes place at the Met Gala
Beauty: And The Crazy Rich Asians actress ensured her glam was very much just on point, sporting a flawless complexion
Ensuring his masterpiece took centre stage, the designer opted for a black suit and bow-tie.
The Met Gala is the annual fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute and is the most glittery and exclusive event on the New York fashion calendar.
It is famous for attracting luminaries of Hollywood, of fashion, music, sports, TV and the stage for an evening of fashion and charity to mark the museum's spring exhibit.
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
