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Met Gala: Fashion Meets Faith and Avant-Garde
1 May
Summary
- The 2017 Met Gala celebrated designer Rei Kawakubo and Comme des Garçons.
- The 2018 Met Gala explored fashion's connection to the Catholic imagination.
- Both galas featured notable attendees and unique thematic interpretations.
In 2017, the Met Gala paid tribute to Japanese designer Rei Kawakubo and her influential label, Comme des Garçons. This marked a significant moment, as it was the first time the Costume Institute had dedicated an exhibition to a living designer since Yves Saint Laurent in 1983. The event celebrated Kawakubo's boundary-pushing aesthetic, characterized by deconstruction and asymmetry, which has consistently challenged traditional fashion norms since her 1981 debut.
The 2018 Met Gala shifted focus to 'Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination,' inspired by the Costume Institute's Spring 2018 exhibition. This theme delved into how Catholic imagery has profoundly influenced fashion designers. Attendees interpreted the intersection of faith and style through various garments, including religious iconography and symbolic attire, showcasing a rich dialogue between couture and spirituality. Co-chairs like Rihanna and Amal Clooney graced this notable event.
