History of the Met Gala, How It Went From Fundraiser to ‘Fashion’s Biggest Night’: Themes, Celebrities and Iconic Moments

History of the Met Gala, How It Went From Fundraiser to ‘Fashion’s Biggest Night’: Themes, Celebrities and Iconic Moments

Discover the history of the Met Gala, from Eleanor Lambert to Anna Wintour, including guest lists, themes and more details.

Can We Have An Earnest Conversation About The Met Gala's Exhibition 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style'?

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The Met Gala flirts with MAGA

The Met Gala, hosted by the almighty Anna Wintour, will see the world’s most fashionable float up the red carpet on May 5 in New York City. The throngs of designers, models, influencers and celebrities who manage to get the golden-ticket invitation must dress in a style inspired by the theme “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” This theme is inspired from Monica Miller’s 2009 book, “Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasp…

In view of the Met Gala to be held on May 5, we remember some of the most iconic red carpet appearances

A round-up of the best Met Gala looks of all time

Amid all the glitz and spectacle of the Met Gala, it’s easy to forget its modest beginnings as a simple fundraiser. The Costume Institute, originally known as the Museum of Costume Art, was founded by Irene Lewisohn and Aline Bernstein before eventually becoming part of the Met. Established in 1948, the Institute was in urgent need of financial support, and the Gala was conceived as a low-key benefit dinner—with tickets priced at just $50.In its…

In the midst of Trump's policies against diversity, the gala that seeks to raise funds for the MET Clothing Institute in New York returns with a theme that seeks to inspire, attract attention and vindicate the history of people of color. Who will be the hosts and how to see the celebrities live. In a few days, May is back and in a week, the eyes of the world will be watching for another big name with “M”: the Met Gala 2025. It is true that this …