Save the date.
Get ready to mark your calendars for the fashion extravaganza of the year! The highly-anticipated Met Gala 2023 will be gracing the glittering streets of New York City on the first day of May, a tradition that has been dazzling fashion enthusiasts since 2005. While the pandemic may have forced a cancellation in 2020 and a delayed event in 2021, the Met Gala is back with a bang, promising to set the fashion world on fire with its iconic style, glamour, and allure.
The Theme.
The Met Gala 2023 is set to channel the legacy of the iconic designer, Karl Lagerfeld, with a theme that echoes his timeless aesthetic – “A Line of Beauty”. The renowned Costume Institute curator, Andrew Bolton, is at the helm of the exhibition, which promises to be a departure from the ordinary retrospective. With the invaluable guidance of Lagerfeld’s longtime collaborator, Amanda Harlech, the show’s creative vision will be nothing short of remarkable. In a nod to the fashion maestro himself, this year’s dress code pays homage to Karl, granting guests the rare privilege to select from his illustrious archives at Chanel, Fendi, Chloé, Balmain, Patou, and his namesake label.
The hosts.
Leading the charge for the highly anticipated evening are five illustrious co-chairs: the enchanting Penélope Cruz, the trailblazing Michaela Coel, the legendary Roger Federer, the sensational Dua Lipa, and the esteemed Anna Wintour of Vogue. These visionary hosts will set the tone for the unforgettable night ahead, bringing their unparalleled talent, expertise, and charisma to the forefront of the Met Gala 2023 experience.
The invitees.
As tradition holds, the Met Gala’s guest list remains shrouded in secrecy until the very eve of the event. Nevertheless, year after year, the industry’s crème de la crème grace the red carpet with their awe-inspiring presence – think Queen Bey, the iconic Lady Gaga, the legendary Madonna, and the incomparable Rihanna. What’s more, the designers themselves often make a grand entrance with their muses in tow, creating unforgettable moments that are etched in fashion history. From Marc Jacobs and Kate Moss to Nicolas Ghesquière of Louis Vuitton and the luminous Emma Stone, the Met Gala brings together the most extraordinary creative collaborations in the industry.
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