The first Monday of May is just a few days away. If you're a fan of fashion and pop culture, it's no secret that this Monday is the biggest night extravaganza in the fashion world and one of the most iconic red carpet events for Hollywood's elite. .
The Met Gala steps have been the backdrop for some of fashion's most memorable moments since its debut in the late 1940s. While many grace the red carpet with timeless and elegant looks, some take the opportunity to step out in wilder ensembles, lean into the theme, and experiment with unconventional fashion choices. There are some too.
Last year, Lil Nas , Doja Cat appeared dressed as Couture Cat and Jared Leto. She appeared wearing a real cat suit (which also included a giant removable cat head).
The year before, at the 2022 Met Gala, Kim Kardashian shocked the internet by walking the carpet wearing Marilyn Monroe's “Happy Birthday Mr. President” dress, which was loaned to her by the Ripley's Believe It or Not organization. gave.
This year, stars are expected to add even more whimsy to the 2024 Met Gala's theme, “Sleeping Beauty: Fashion's Awakening.”
Here's a look at the Florida celebrities who are rumored to be attending this year's Met Gala, as well as when, where, and how to see the stars on the red carpet.
When and where will the 2024 Met Gala be held?
The 2024 Met Gala will be held on Monday, May 6th.
The gala is held annually on the first Monday of May at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
What is the Met Gala? How much does it cost to go to the Met Gala?
According to Vogue, the Met Gala is a charity event and fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute, and has traditionally been held to coincide with the opening of the annual fashion exhibition. Last year's Met Gala reportedly raised more than $22 million for the institute.
Often referred to as the “Oscars of the East Coast,” the gala is packed with a guest list filled with A-list stars. Since 1995, Vogue editor Anna Wintour has carefully chosen her participants.
But can anyone participate by donating? Not unless you can shell out the cash. According to Business Insider, the cost to attend the Met Gala ranges from $30,000 for a ticket to $275,000 for a table.
What is the theme of this year's Met Gala?Not Disney's “Sleeping Beauty”
Don't be fooled by the phrase “Sleeping Beauty.” This year's overall theme is “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion,” which is the name of the Costume Institute's Spring 2024 exhibition.
According to Vogue, the exhibition will feature approximately 250 rare items from the Costume Institute's permanent collection, which spans more than 400 years of fashion history. Works include designs for Schiaparelli, Dior, Givenchy, and more.
Some clothes are too broken to be worn again.
“This show explores the cyclical theme of rebirth and renewal, through creative and immersive activations designed to convey the smells, sounds, textures and movements of clothing that no longer interacts directly with the body. “We are bringing new life to these famous objects,” the Met's website said.
The exhibition will run from May 10th to September 2nd, after the Met Gala.
What is the dress code for the 2024 Met Gala?
“This upcoming show has nothing to do with the Brothers Grimm or Disney, but rather a celebration of clothes and fashion that are so fragile they can never be worn again. sleeping beauty “It is kept in the meticulous archives of the Costume Institute,” Vogue reports.
While the theme is about fragile fabrics that have stood the test of time, the dress code is “The Garden of Time,” inspired by the 1962 short story of the same name.
Vogue predicts that this dress code will see stars hit the carpet wearing moody florals, glittering crystal florals, black velvet and silk, a nod to the concept of the passage of time. (Think of watches and accessories and clothing inspired by watches.)
Is Gisele coming?What Florida celebs are rumored to attend
As mentioned above, the guest list includes actors, musicians, athletes, and other important figures and celebrities. The invitation list usually has 600 to his 700 names, and famous Floridians receive invitations.
The Met Gala guest list is closely guarded, so there's no way to know who will walk the carpet until the night of the event. But based on who has been invited in the past, we can predict which celebrities with ties to Florida will be this year. And based on rumors from Page Six.
Here are some celebrities with ties to Florida who may appear at the 2024 Met Gala.
- Honorary Floridian Gisele Bündchen was invited to the 2023 Met Gala, has attended several times, and is rumored to attend this year as well.
- Tampa, Florida-born Sarah Paulson has attended the Met Gala several times and is rumored to be on this year's guest list.
- Miami-born movie star Anya Taylor-Joy has attended the Met Gala before, but was absent from last year's event. Her name was not on Page Six's guessed guest list.
- Ryan Gosling has never attended the Met Gala, but if he were to make his debut this year, his date would most likely be his Miami-born wife Eva Mendes. It's unlikely we'll see this Ken and his real-life Barbie doll on the carpet this year.
Who will host the 2024 Met Gala?
Along with Wintour, the 2024 Met Gala co-chairs are Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny and Chris Hemsworth.
How to watch MET GALA 2024 Red Carpet
The actual celebration will not be broadcast or televised like a big awards ceremony. This is a private event and no cameras or cell phones are allowed inside, even for guests.
The red carpet, the main event for members of the public who cannot afford the lavish gala, will be streamed exclusively on Vogue's website and Vogue's TikTok and YouTube accounts.
