Met Gala

The Met Gala is the annual fundraising event for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute, held on the first Monday of May in Manhattan. It is considered the world's most prestigious and glamorous fashion event, where attendees are encouraged to create elaborate and highly publicized outfits inspired by the evening's theme and broader cultural context. The event is chaired by Anna Wintour, editor-in-chief of Vogue, and has become a significant cultural moment, generating over $1.4 billion in media impact value in 2024. The gala has a history dating back to 1948, when it was established by Eleanor Lambert as a fundraiser for the Costume Institute, and has since evolved from a local New York high-society event to a global and celebrity-oriented affair, featuring attendees such as Elizabeth Taylor, Madonna, and Elton John.learn more on wikipedia