I go, No, I think Im going to try something different.

(As if a Tiffany lamp was turned into a dress and given a film noir twist.)

I felt it was extremely unique and has a sense of femininity, she says.

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Lauren Sánchez. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)

Sanchez also felt it had something else important: a meaning.

Its not just a dress.

It is really a piece of art.

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Will Sanchezs 2024 Met Gala dress influence her fashion going forward?

Shes not ruling it out.

I think my personal style is ever evolving.

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I was a reporter for a long time, so it was suits.

Then I did a morning show and you dressed a little differently.

Ive always had to dress for the role I was in, she says.

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Now Im having fun.

Finally, I ask her if theres anything else she wants to tell me about the gown.

Well, she says, I think you should know my best accessory.

Oh, okay, I reply.

Tell me what your best accessory is.

At this, Sanchez stops for a dramatic pause.

Its going to be Jeff!

she adds with a laugh.