The Met Gala, known as fashion’s biggest night, is a major annual event held at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, typically on the first Monday in May. This year, it will take place on May 5, celebrating the Costume Institute’s exhibition themed “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” This theme honors the history and politics of Black men’s fashion and is inspired by Monica L. Miller’s work on Black dandyism.
The event attracts an exclusive guest list of celebrities, often adorned in outfits that interpret the theme. This year’s dress code, “tailored for you,” suggests a focus on finely tailored menswear, potentially drawing influences from styles like the zoot suit and vibrant Congolese sapeur fashions.
While the gala itself is private, red carpet arrivals can be viewed via livestream through Vogue, YouTube, or E!, with hosts including Teyana Taylor and La La Anthony. The gala is paired with a broader exploration of Black style through twelve thematic sections, each reflecting aspects of identity and history in fashion.
Co-chaired by Anna Wintour, along with figures such as Pharrell Williams, A$AP Rocky, and honorary co-chair LeBron James, the gala’s guest list is kept secret but typically features high-profile celebrities like Rihanna and Zendaya.
Tickets are priced at $75,000, but attendance is ultimately decided by Wintour. Notably, Jack Schlossberg has announced his boycott of the event due to current social issues, voicing concerns over attending amidst global challenges.
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