The first Monday in May is almost here and everyone knows what that means: it’s (almost) time for it 2024 Met Gala.
This year’s theme – “Sleeping Beauty: Fashion Awakens” – is a nod to fashion history. The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s exhibition theme – curated and organized by the Costume Institute – will present 250 objects from its permanent collection in new, innovative ways.
The top-class event – under the direction of Fashion Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour – is an extravagant affair before, during and after, so sit back and take a closer look at what awaits you.
What is the Met Gala?
The star-studded event is commonly referred to as the “Met Gala,” although it is officially called the “Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Benefit.” Each year, the Met Gala provides the department’s primary annual source of funding for exhibitions, publications, acquisitions, operations and capital improvements.
The first Met Gala took place in 1948. Back then, a ticket cost just $50, a huge bargain by today’s standards. According to the New York TimesNot only is the Met Gala invitation-only, but those who make it are also expected to pay $75,000 for it one Ticket. That’s an increase of $25,000 over the previous year. The price of a table? It begins at $350,000 and the seating plan is a mission in itself.
By the way, Wintour has the final say on who gets an invite to the event, which grossed $22 million last year.
When is the Met Gala?
The Met Gala takes place annually on the first Monday in May. This year’s Met Gala takes place on Monday, May 6th at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
Founded in 1870, the museum features two iconic Big Apple locations: The Met Fifth Avenue and The Met Cloisters.
What is this year’s Met Gala theme?
This year’s theme is “Sleeping Beauty: Fashion Resurgent.” Max Hollein, CEO of The Met, said: a statement that the “innovative” exhibition – and the associated one star-studded annual fundraising gala – will “expand the boundaries of our imagination and invite us to experience the multisensory facets of a garment.”
According to the announcement, the exhibition will feature garments spanning over 400 years and will be “visually unified by an iconography linked to nature, which will serve as a metaphor for the fragility and transience of fashion.”
Who is hosting the Met Gala 2024?
Since 1995, Wintour has been co-chair of the Met Gala Fashionthe partnership began with the Met Gala. This year’s co-chairs also include Jennifer Lopez, Zendaya, Chris Hemsworth And Bad bunny.
LOEWE Creative Director Jonathan Anderson and TikTok CEO Shou Chew are honorary co-chairs.
Where to watch the Met Gala 2024?
Fashion, Naturally. This was announced by the renowned fashion magazine Gwendoline Christie, La La Anthony, Ashley Graham and special correspondent Emma Chamberlain will host Fashion‘s livestream event.
It will be broadcast live Fashion‘s digital platforms, including TikTok and YouTube. The red carpet livestream begins at 6:00 p.m. ET.
What is the dress code for the Met Gala 2024?
In February, the Met Gala announced that the dress code would be “The Garden of Time,” inspired by JG Ballard’s 1962 short story of the same name. Accordingly Fashion“The most obvious interpretation would be to include the ‘garden’ part of ‘The Garden of Time.’ Think melancholic flowers (since moody flowers aren’t moody enough).”
Who’s going to the Met Gala?
The guest list is a closely guarded secret, so every appearance is a surprise. And here too it is at Wintour’s discretion. However, Rihanna has already confirmed her upcoming appearance. Riri told British Fashion that she will be attending the chic soirée while showing off her red carpet looks.
“I’m going to wear something from Fenty! Fenty Beauty, Fenty Skin, Fenty Savage,” she confirmed.
Rihanna added: “I’ve done so much shit in my life. I let my nipples out, let my panties out. But now these are the things that I value as a mother and a developed young lady — emphasis on young — there are things that I don’t think I would ever do, like, “Oh my God, I have this really done?”
With Lopez and Hemsworth co-chairing this year, it’s probably up to their spouses – Ben Affleck And Elsa Patakyor — are also marked as plus one. Some Last year’s participants included Peter Pascal, Nicole Kidman And Gisele Bündchen.
It should also be noted that the Kardashians/Jenners are regular attendees. Kendall Jenner made an appearance last year, although she didn’t walk the carpet next to her then-boyfriend Bad bunny. Jenner and the reggaeton rapper separated In December.
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