The highly anticipated 2024 Met Gala has revealed its closely guarded secrets, promising an enchanting evening celebrating the Costume Institute’s latest exhibition, “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.” Set to take place on May 6th at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, the gala will showcase approximately 250 rare pieces from the institute’s archives, spanning over four centuries of fashion history.
The theme, “The Garden of Time,” invites attendees to explore the intersection of nature and fashion, with designs by renowned houses like Schiaparelli, Dior, and Givenchy taking center stage. Curator Andrew Bolton describes the exhibition as an homage to the natural world, divided into three thematic “zones” representing Land, Sea, and Sky, each conveying the emotional poetics of fashion.
Live coverage of the gala’s red carpet arrivals will be available on Vogue’s digital platforms, with co-hosts Gwendoline Christie, La La Anthony, and Ashley Graham leading the festivities. Special correspondent Emma Chamberlain will interview A-list stars, providing exclusive insights into the night’s glamour.
Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny, and Chris Hemsworth will serve as this year’s hosts, following in the footsteps of past luminaries like Penélope Cruz and Dua Lipa. The gala’s dress code, inspired by J.G. Ballard’s “The Garden of Time,” promises a myriad of floral and botanical interpretations, adding to the evening’s enchantment.
As a premier charity event, the Met Gala raises substantial funds for The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute, marking the opening of its annual fashion exhibition. With its tradition of secrecy and exclusivity, the gala remains a highlight of the fashion calendar, attracting stars, designers, and industry icons alike. Stay tuned for all the unforgettable moments from this year’s Met Gala extravaganza.
