Janelle Monae's look for the Met Gala 2023 sent netizens into a frenzy, especially after it went from a heavy coat to a hooped skirt on the red carpet. Monae's experimental attire was in keeping with the theme of the event, "Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty." Her outfit was a transformational one, and it was one of the most talked-about ensembles of the night.For the night, Monae wore a large, ornate, conical, black-and-white coat that gave off chic Tim Burton vibes. She was accompanied by two men in suits and carried a white bag shaped like a cat, which was in line with the feline theme at the event, thanks to Lagerfeld's cat Choupette. Her outfit at the Met Gala 2023 left netizens speechless, and many took to the internet to post hilarious memes about the same. Case@Cactuscali1991Janelle Monae is out here looking like the Mayor from The Nightmare Before Christmas. 234Janelle Monae is out here looking like the Mayor from The Nightmare Before Christmas. 🔥🔥 https://t.co/fjCPB6wRLTFans compare Janelle Monae's transformational Met Gala 2023 outfit to mosquito netsOn the steps of the Met, the two men who accompanied Janelle Monae on the red carpet gradually went around her, removing her coat to reveal the netted hoop skirt underneath that she wore on her head and then draped over her body to wear as a garment. Monae flaunted her figure in a sequin bikini under the skirt. The Metropolitan Museum of Art@metmuseumWait for it…and then wait for it again…and then wait for it again @JanelleMonae stuns many times over on the #MetGala red carpet.1273268Wait for it…and then wait for it again…and then wait for it again 💥💥💥 @JanelleMonae stuns many times over on the #MetGala red carpet. https://t.co/BQgwLysWFgFollowing the hoop skirt reveal, netizens are now comparing Janelle Monae's look to the fatty mayor from the Nightmare Before Christmas. Some also joked about her dress being a mosquito net, whereas others wondered how she would manage to sit in a dress like that.Husn Hai Suhana@FatmounhJanelle Monae explaining how people who sleep under mosquito nets feel about living… #metgala121Janelle Monae explaining how people who sleep under mosquito nets feel about living… #metgala https://t.co/YY02Hlu02AIndia. 🥀@IndiaaMahriewhy did Janelle Monáe outfit remind of that fatty mayor from Nightmare Before Christmas 🤭why did Janelle Monáe outfit remind of that fatty mayor from Nightmare Before Christmas 🤭Sambhav@27sambhavWhen you get ready for NetGala instead of MetGala #MetGala #MetGala2023 #JanelleMonaeWhen you get ready for NetGala instead of MetGala #MetGala #MetGala2023 #JanelleMonae https://t.co/GZ8pAD1XtA𝐉𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐳𝟐𝐔 ♍️ 💛🌻 🐝@JulieS9164@metmuseum @kaiamtaylor @JanelleMonae Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree…@metmuseum @kaiamtaylor @JanelleMonae Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree…Shalyssa💕@iammissjanaiSomebody said they want to see Janelle Monae sit #MetGalaSomebody said they want to see Janelle Monae sit 💀 #MetGalaThe Muse@Je_Suis_ElleJanelle Monae is giving the Mayor of Halloween Town Janelle Monae is giving the Mayor of Halloween Town 🎃🎄Valerie Torres@valerietorres22Janelle Monae’s look at the met gala looked familiar.Janelle Monae’s look at the met gala looked familiar. https://t.co/yikOBDWczfGeorge Iyawe@alphatinzzMy only question is How the hell is she going to seat in there twitter.com/metmuseum/stat…The Metropolitan Museum of Art@metmuseumWait for it…and then wait for it again…and then wait for it again @JanelleMonae stuns many times over on the #MetGala red carpet.1278268Wait for it…and then wait for it again…and then wait for it again 💥💥💥 @JanelleMonae stuns many times over on the #MetGala red carpet. https://t.co/BQgwLysWFgMy only question is How the hell is she going to seat in there twitter.com/metmuseum/stat…Speaking about her outfit, during an interview with PEOPLE, Janelle Monae said:"It's supposed to be fun. It's supposed not to be serious. So I always enjoy people who are not stressed out over the Met Gala because I'm not"Designer of Janelle Monae's transformational Met Gala 2023 outfit View this post on Instagram Instagram PostJanelle Monae's transformational outfit at the Met Gala 2023 was designed by Thom Browne. The singer put on quite a display on the red carpet at the grand event in New York City when she changed out of a Thom Browne suit that comprised a white and black patchwork jacket draped over a large hoop skirt. The jacket had a unique asymmetrical hem with white stripes and floral detailing. She paired the look with Converse and L.A.M.B. sneakers.Thom Browne is an American fashion designer known for his reconceptualization of the classic men's suit. Browne launched his first line of made-to-measure menswear in 2001, and his signature soon became an impeccably tailored suit in traditional navy wool and gray flannels with exposed ankles. Browne's esthetic and theatrical presentations have garnered him worldwide recognition and have led to extremely successful collaborations. View this post on Instagram Instagram PostMonae's Met Gala appearances have become iconic moments in the world of fashion. Her bold and daring looks have pushed boundaries, challenged traditional beauty standards, and inspired many to embrace their own unique style. From her monochromatic black-and-white ensembles to her statement-making headpieces and accessories, Janelle has used fashion as a means of self-expression and a platform for social commentary.