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"Attention all fashion enthusiasts: It's that time of the year again—the Met Gala is just around the corner, scheduled for the first Monday in May.
For those eager to follow the event, here's a quick overview of what to expect from this gathering of A-list celebrities from various spheres including film, fashion, music, sports, politics, and social media.
HOW TO WATCH THE MET GALA
Watching the Met Gala live can be a bit tricky. Vogue has secured the exclusive livestream rights, which will begin at 6 p.m. Eastern on Vogue.com. The livestream will also be available on Vogue's digital platforms such as TikTok and YouTube. Other media outlets will also be on-site, offering coverage. E! will start their coverage at 6 p.m. Eastern, with additional livestreams on platforms like X, TikTok, Instagram, and Peacock.
The Associated Press will be live outside the Mark Hotel, where many celebrities get ready before heading to The Metropolitan Museum of Art for their grand entrance. Their livestream will start at 4:45 p.m. Eastern.
While the gala's red carpet will be visible to viewers, the cocktail hour and dinner will remain private, as is tradition.
THE PURPOSE OF THE MET GALA
The Met Gala is not just a glamorous party—it's also a major fundraiser for the Met's Costume Institute, the museum's only department that is required to financially support itself. Last year's gala raised an impressive $22 million. The event is organized by Anna Wintour, a Met trustee who has left a significant mark on the institute, which has been renamed in part in her honor. Phones are not allowed at the event, adding to its exclusivity.
THIS YEAR'S MET GALA THEME
Each year, the Met Gala has a specific theme tied to the museum's spring exhibition. While not all guests adhere to the theme, many do at the request of Wintour. This year's theme is “The Garden of Time,” inspired by J.G. Ballard's 1962 short story of the same name. The theme allows for a wide interpretation, with floral and vintage styles expected to be popular.
THE MUSEUM EXHIBIT THIS YEAR
The exhibition accompanying this year's Met Gala is called “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.” The exhibit features 250 items from The Costume Institute’s permanent collection, including some rarely seen garments that are so fragile they need to be displayed under glass. Curators have incorporated sensory elements into the exhibition, including a collaboration with a “smell artist.” One of the garments on display actually grows, highlighting the exhibition's tribute to the natural world. The exhibit will open to the public on Friday and will run through Sept. 2.
THE MET GALA CO-CHAIRS
Being named a co-chair for the Met Gala is a prestigious honor. This year's co-chairs are Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny, and Chris Hemsworth. Hemsworth, in particular, is attending his first Met Gala. Honorary chairs for the event are Shou Chew, chief executive officer of TikTok, and Jonathan Anderson, creative director of Loewe, both of whom are also gala and exhibition sponsors.
EXPECTED GUESTS
While the guest list remains a closely guarded secret, Rihanna has confirmed her attendance, likely accompanied by her partner A$AP Rocky. Other high-profile attendees expected to make an appearance include Ben Affleck, Tom Holland, and Lily Gladstone. One person who has expressed interest in attending is Ayo Edebiri. However, Taylor Swift is unlikely to attend, and her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, will not be present. Dua Lipa is also expected to attend the event."