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Met Gala: Fashion's Biggest Night History
29 Apr
Summary
- The Met Gala began in 1948 to fund a new Costume Institute.
- Vogue has been a longtime partner, boosting its industry status.
- Celebrity co-chairs, a role since 1973, are highly coveted.
The Met Gala, a cornerstone of the fashion world, traces its origins back to 1948. Initially established to raise funds for the newly founded Costume Institute, its profile has soared over the decades.
In collaboration with Vogue, a consistent partner, the gala has transformed into the fashion industry's most talked-about event. The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute has been its home since the early 1970s, though it was previously hosted at various New York City locations.
The tradition of celebrity and socialite co-chairs commenced in 1973. Esteemed individuals like Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Timothée Chalamet, and Blake Lively have since undertaken this role. Notably, Anna Wintour, Vogue's editor-in-chief, has been a co-chair every year since 1997.
