The red carpet was ablaze with the biggest and brightest stars of Hollywood, music, sports and fashion on Monday night as they gathered for the highly anticipated Met Gala. This extravagant fundraiser, held in Manhattan, is known for its lavish and over-the-top fashion and this year was no exception. However, the theme of this year’s event was what truly stole the show – “Camp: Notes on Fashion”. This theme, inspired by the essay of the same name by Susan Sontag, celebrates the subversive and exaggerated nature of fashion and the attendees did not disappoint.
The Met Gala, also known as the Met Ball, is an annual event that marks the opening of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute’s annual fashion exhibit. The star-studded event is known for its exclusive guest list and extravagant fashion statements. This year, the theme of “Camp” encouraged attendees to embrace their most outrageous and over-the-top looks, and they certainly did not hold back.
Leading the pack was none other than Lady Gaga, who made a grand entrance by changing her outfit four times on the red carpet. Each look was more extravagant than the last, with her final look being a stunning hot pink gown with a 25-foot train, accompanied by an entourage of umbrella holders. Gaga truly embodied the theme of “Camp” and set the bar high for the rest of the attendees.
Another standout was singer and actress, Zendaya, who channeled Disney’s Cinderella in a light-up gown designed by Tommy Hilfiger. The dress lit up with the wave of a wand, making her the belle of the ball. She even left a glass slipper on the red carpet, paying homage to the classic fairytale.
The men of the night also made bold fashion choices, with many embracing the theme in their own unique ways. Actor and singer, Billy Porter, arrived on the red carpet carried by six shirtless men in a golden litter. His outfit, designed by The Blonds, was a nod to Ancient Egypt and truly made a statement. Meanwhile, actor Ezra Miller turned heads with his striking optical illusion makeup, featuring multiple sets of eyes on his face.
The Met Gala is not only known for its fashion, but also for its star-studded guest list. This year, it was no different, with A-listers from all industries in attendance. From Hollywood’s elite like Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Lopez, and Katy Perry, to music icons such as Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Madonna, to sports stars like Serena Williams and Odell Beckham Jr., the red carpet was a who’s who of the entertainment world.
It was not just the fashion and star power that made this year’s Met Gala special, but also the cause it supports. The fundraiser, which is known for raising millions of dollars for the Costume Institute, this year focused on supporting the institute’s upcoming exhibition, “Camp: Notes on Fashion”. This exhibition explores the history and impact of camp fashion, from its origins in the 17th century to its influence in modern-day pop culture.
The Met Gala not only serves as a platform for fashion and entertainment, but also as a way to raise awareness and support for important causes. This year’s event was successful in doing just that, while also providing a night of glamour and extravagance for all in attendance.
In the end, the Met Gala once again proved to be the most anticipated and talked about event in the fashion world. The stars truly embraced the theme of “Camp” and left us all in awe with their bold and daring fashion choices. As we eagerly await next year’s event, we can only imagine what outrageous and subversive theme the Met Gala will have in store for us. Until then, we can look back on this year’s event and marvel at the creativity and impact of the brightest stars in Hollywood, music, sports and fashion.
