Vogue reveals employee once had to dig through garbage to try and recover Met Gala invites
The annual Met Gala is taking place today (Monday 1 May) at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.
The theme was unveiled in September last year as “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty” and promises to “examine the life” of the late designer’s fashion legacy.
Attendees have been informed that the “most authentic approach” would be for attendees “to wear an archival look from one of the labels Lagerfeld led”.
They can also opt for “modern-day” looks by Chanel or Fendi, two brands where Lagerfeld once held the role as creative director. For the third option, guests are recommended to “find a Choupette,” the name of the designer’s beloved Birman cat, and “dress à la Lagerfeld”.
The decision to feature Lagerfeld as this year’s theme has raised eyebrows, with many highlighting the controversial remarks the late designer made during his lifetime.
Pop star Dua Lipa, actor and writer Michaela Coel, actor Penélope Cruz, and tennis legend Roger Federer will co-chair the event with Vogue’s editor-in-chief, Anna Wintour.
Vogue reveals employee once had to search through garbage to try to recover Met Gala invites
Vogue staff have revealed that an employee was once tasked with digging through a garbage dump in the hopes of recovering invites to the Met Gala … while reflecting on some of the major mishaps that have occurred during the planning for the annual party.
Chelsea Ritschel has the full story!
Roisin O’Connor1 May 2023 19:31
A history of Karl Lagerfeld’s controversial comments
While his legacy and contributions to the fashion industry live on, Karl Lagerfeld’s highly controversial opinions and beliefs have also resurfaced in light of the museum and Vogue’s upcoming tribute.
Here’s a look at just a few of his biggest controversies:
Roisin O’Connor1 May 2023 19:01
Apparently Lizzo didn’t have the best time at last year’s Met Gala, with a long queue, not enough alcohol, and rude photographers!
According to the Daily Mail, the pop star shared an Instagram Story in which she gave fans some insight to the less-glamorous side of the event.
“There’s a long f***ing line,” she explained. “I’m taking the glamour away from it but it’s true. You’ve gotta wait. So you’re waiting and that’s the hardest part. I was sweating in a big-ass coat, my feet were hurting.
“I was like, ‘Bitch? Can we get some chairs or some drinks or some hors d’oeuvres? They were being really stingy with the liquor that night. He was like, ‘Red or white wine? And I was like, ‘Tequila! Do you know what I’ve been through? Do you know how many hours I’ve been in this corset? How long I’ve been in these damn shoes? Tequila!’.”
Lizzo apparently also claimed that photographers accused her of being boring when she tried to play the flute on the red carpet.
“I had this plan to play the flute and do the whole intro [of a classical piece] but I got nervous and I only played it once because all the photographers were heckling me,” she claimed. “They were like, ‘You’re putting us to sleep with the flute!’ I was like, ‘OK?’ In my mind I thought everyone was going to be transfixed. So I only played it once, only the first half of it. Then I posed and got the photos.”
Boo! I’m not sure what those photographers were thinking, Lizzo on the red carpet is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, flute or no flute.
Roisin O’Connor1 May 2023 18:31
Who’s attending this year and how do you get invited?
While the gala might be a charity event, and primarily about raising funds, that doesn’t mean just anyone gets to attend. Since 1995, the guest list has been carefully presided over byVogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour and this year is no different.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Met Gala’s guestlist, from who is attending this year to how you can get an invite.
Roisin O’Connor1 May 2023 18:01
The most controversial Met Gala themes of all time
Let’s take a look at all the times the Met Gala ruffled a few feathers…
Roisin O’Connor1 May 2023 17:31
Rihanna pays homage to Karl Lagerfeld with faux fur ensemble ahead of Met Gala
As the annual fashion event Met Gala kicks off today (Monday 1 May), celebrities will be offering their take on this year’s theme: “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty”.
It seems that “Diamonds” singer Rihanna has already addressed the theme ahead of time, as she appeared in New York over the weekend sporting in a monochrome black and white outfit, with vintage Chanel pieces.
Roisin O’Connor1 May 2023 17:01
Lagerfeld’s beloved cat Choupette will not be walking the red carpet today
“A million thanks to all of you my fans, animal lovers & Daddy’s admirers,” the official Choupette Instagram account reads.
“You have all shown the kindest enthusiasm and unconditional support, I say MERCI ! Many people invited me to walk the red carpet of the #METGALA2023 in tribute to Daddy, but we preferred to stay peacefully & cozy at home. We pay tribute to my Daddy every day since his parting and we are very moved to see one more day dedicated to him.
“With love, forever
Choupette.”
Roisin O’Connor1 May 2023 16:31
How to watch the Met Gala tonight
Wondering how you can tune in from home? Amber Raikan has you covered!
Roisin O’Connor1 May 2023 16:01
Everything you need to know about the 2023 Met Gala
Here’s everything that you need to know about the 2023 Met Gala’s co-hosts, location, and controversy.
Roisin O’Connor1 May 2023 15:31