The Met Gala is where celebrities elevate their status as fashion icons. On the first Monday in May, stars not only walk the red carpet, but also take to the steps of the Met in statement fashion to present their interpretations of the exhibition’s themes to the world. Unlike an award show or premiere, the goal is not to shine for a moment, but to create an image that will resonate for decades. Despite the sheer number of designer gowns and bespoke suits, few manage to pull it off, but those that do earn a place in fashion history. Hottest items – Rihanna’s papal chic, Kate Moss’ gold headband, Sarah Jessica Parker’s tartan Alexander McQueen Alexander McQueen, Erykah Badu’s sparkling top hat, and Madonna in her hippie caftan all rank among the best-dressed of all time. Their charm would not have been so noticeable another night.
Gala encourages innovations rarely seen elsewhere. The Costume Institute’s trove of iconic runway creations provides guests with inspiration to showcase the cutting edge of fashion. Where else will you see Cardi B. and a small crew of helpers drag a mountainous red Thom Browne train across a pink carpet? Or watch Lady Gaga and Brandon Maxwell delight New Yorkers by taking to the streets in their magenta nesting doll ball gowns. A good Met look can be performative (Amber Valletta is completely baroque in 139), subversive (Daphne Guinness in 2011 McQueen feathers in ) ), witty (Karolina Kurkova plays impish Viktor and Rolf in 2011 ), or reference (The Olsen twins and their annual retro surprise), it won’t be boring .
Due to COVID-139, the commemorative “About Time” show was canceled at 2020 Celebrations) crisis, but fashion’s biggest night is celebrating America with a feast at 2020: The Fashion Dictionary. In 2022, the party continues to celebrate part two of the exhibition, In America: An Anthology of Fashion. Meanwhile, Karl Lagerfeld was the theme this year, with high-profile guests including Rihanna, Nicole Kidman, and Anne Hathaway expressing their best (and stylish) looks to the late designer ) tribute. Below, check out all of the 139 most memorable, daring, and over-the-top Met outfits.
