What is the Met Gala?
The met gala, also known as fashion’s biggest night is an annual fundraising gala that hosts about 600 attendees and is held for the benefit of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute in New York City. Since 1948, the event has been is held on the first Monday of May every year and each year, this event has raised incredible 8 figure sums.
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This year’s hosts included Michaela Coel, Penelope Cruz, Dua Lipa, Roger Federer and Anna Wintour. Anna Wintour has chaired this event since 1995 and ultimately decides who gets an invitation to this event. The guest list is top secret until the night of the event.
There is also a no phone and therefore no social media policy so, no one apart from the attendees knows what happens at the Met gala. However, we do get glimpses of imagery from the inside by permitted photographers. We do know that the guests get to enjoy the exhibition before sitting down for dinner where there is a high profile performer. This year, that performer was Lizzo!
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What is the 2023 Met Gala Theme?
The theme this year was Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty. Karl Lagerfeld was a German fashion designer who designed for several fashion houses including Chanel, Fendi, Balmain and Chloe. He was known for his distinctive style that combined classic elements with modern touches. He was famous for his signature look, which included a white ponytail, black sunglasses, and fingerless gloves. Lagerfeld's designs were often bold and avant-garde, featuring exaggerated silhouettes, unexpected details, and intricate embellishments. He was known for his use of luxurious materials and attention to detail, creating pieces that were both glamorous and edgy. Lagerfeld was a master at blending high fashion with streetwear, creating pieces that were both chic and accessible. Overall, Lagerfeld's style was innovative, daring, and highly influential in the world of fashion.
So this theme was to celebrate the fullness of his work and his life.
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The Red Carpet
The red carpet was a pleasant experience. It was refreshing to see the elegance that every attendee brought to it. Some may argue that it may not have been as avant garde as usual however, nearly everyone looked absolutely incredible. Karl Lagerfeld’s black and white uniform was almost the baseline for majority of the attendees followed by his Chanel tweeds.
Without further ado, here is a feast for your eyes on the 2023 met gala red carpet- Our favourites:
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