The Met Gala, also known as the Costume Institute Benefit, is an annual fundraising event for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute in New York City. The event, which has been held annually since 1948, marks the opening of the Costume Institute's annual fashion exhibit.
The Met Gala is one of the most high-profile fashion events of the year, with celebrities, fashion designers, models, and other luminaries from the worlds of entertainment, fashion, and the arts coming together to showcase their most glamorous and innovative outfits. The event is known for its extravagant themes and avant-garde fashion, with attendees vying to make a statement on the red carpet.
The Met Gala has become a major cultural event, with millions of viewers tuning in to see the latest fashion trends and celebrity sightings. The event has also become a platform for social and political commentary, with attendees using their outfits to make statements on issues ranging from climate change to gender equality.
Five of this year's hosts are from the television industry. Michaela Coel, Penélope Cruz, Roger Federer, Dupa Lipa, and, of course, Anna Wintour.