Met Gala: Why It’s Fashion’s Most Iconic Night

May 04, 2025 Komal Das Off-white Banner

The Met Gala, held annually at New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art, is "fashion's biggest night," merging art, culture, and global fashion trends

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Started in 1948 by Eleanor Lambert, the Met Gala became an iconic event under Vogue's Anna Wintour, hosting celebrities, designers, and cultural influencers

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Each year’s Met Gala theme inspires bold fashion tied to the Costume Institute’s exhibit, from "Heavenly Bodies" to "Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty"

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The red carpet is a showcase of art and fashion. Iconic moments like Rihanna’s pope-inspired cape and Zendaya’s Cinderella gown steal the spotlight

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Tickets cost around \$50,000, with funds supporting the Costume Institute. Brands sponsor celebrities, dressing them in custom, trend-setting outfits

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While celebrated, the Met Gala faces criticism for exclusivity and cultural insensitivity, sparking debates on themes like "Heavenly Bodies" and "China: Through the Looking Glass"

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While celebrated, the Met Gala faces criticism for exclusivity and cultural insensitivity, sparking debates on themes like "Heavenly Bodies" and "China: Through the Looking Glass"

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