here has never been more of a movement for vintage fashion than there is right now, particularly on the red carpet, where stars have been dipping into the archive to create one-of-a-kind moments, rather than opting for something brand new. Of course, this is a great message for sustainability – and this trend for more eco-friendly red-carpet fashion has also been seen in celebrities rewearing designs more than once and in designers choosing to repurpose old materials, in order to…
Kim Kardashian pulled from Marilyn Monroe’s fashion archive for her Met Gala debut with Pete Davidson. All eyes were on Kardashian, 41, and Davidson, 28, as they stepped out together to close out the 2022 Met Gala red carpet. But the fashion entrepreneur’s gown is what has everyone talking. Kardashian borrowed one of Marilyn Monroe’s most iconic gowns — the “Happy Birthday, Mr. President” dress — which has been on display in Orlando, Florida, at Ripley’s Believe It or Not!. She topped off the glamorous style with…
When we first heard about Met Gala’s 2022 theme, we were quite sure that we would see lots of references from the past and celebrities did not fail to meet our expectations. The 2022 Met Gala theme was a dedication to the Gilded Age that saw America transformed at the end of the 19th century. The theme continued 2021’s exploration of American style which was divided in a two-part exhibition; “In America: An Anthology of Fashion”. Part one – “In…
In the world of red carpet style, the Met Gala has been the place for celebrity couples to be seen together. Whatever the theme, many famous pairs have coordinated their looks for the stylish affair. 2019’s camp-themed affair, for instance, saw a particularly high number of couples who matched for the event. And with this year’s Met Gala rapidly approaching on May 2nd, Vogue is celebrating the spirit of the ball, looking back on the couples’ style moments that still resonate today. If the Met Gala…
First Monday of May is considered a very important day among fashion enthusiasts. The Met Gala is held every year at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and it always starts with a major exhibition on a specific different theme. The Met Gala has celebrated many historic events, as well as the works of well-known designers such as Paul Poiret, Alexander McQueen, Miuccia Prada and Rei Kawakubo of Comme des Garçons. The Met Gala is often considered as the “Oscars of…
The 2022 Met Gala theme, In America: An Anthology of Fashion, is built around the tenets of American style, and celebrates unsung heroes of US design. Even though only eight months will have passed since Kim Kardashian climbed the Met steps in her Balenciaga mask by then, this year’s ceremony will take place on May 2nd—a return to the event’s traditional first Monday in May slot after two years of COVID chaos. Below, everything you need to know about the 2022 Met Gala. When is…
The news is out! Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, Regina King, and Lin-Manuel Miranda will be the hosts of the 2022 Met Gala. The event, as per usual, will take place the first Monday in May at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Based on the Costume Institute’s exhibition on American fashion, titled “In America: An Anthology of Fashion,” the theme of the night will be Gilded Glamour—so expect plenty of gold dresses, Hollywood waves, and extravagant entrances. It’s no wonder Lively was called on…
The Met Gala is typically held on the first Monday in May, but this year the event took place in September 13th because of Covid-19. Co-chairs this year were Billie Eilish, Naomi Osaka, Timothée Chalamet, and Amanda Gorman. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York welcomed the best of the best and we are talking about Rihanna, Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Lopez, Kendall Jenner, Iman, Gigi Hadid, Maluma, Lil Nas X, Simone Biles, and many more. If we are going…
The date of the next Met Gala has been confirmed. This morning, The Costume Institute answered the highly anticipated question of whether or not the Met Gala would be making a comeback this year after a hiatus because of the pandemic. The short answer? Yes. But things will look a bit different. Sponsored by Instagram, the now multipart event will consist of two exhibitions, each with its own individual focus. Both will keep in line with the overarching theme of…
It’s now official: There will be no Met gala in 2020. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, which has been closed since mid March, announced today that the Met gala, often called the party of the year, has been canceled for 2020. In a statement issued this afternoon, the museum said that the gala had been canceled “due to the global health crisis.” The Met gala, typically held on the first Monday in May, is both the most star-studded social event of…
