There are countless pop culture events I don’t understand, but none are as perplexing as the Met Gala.
You see, it’s the famous people. They show up to a red carpet. There’s a theme, that’s usually very artsy and open to interpretation, and everyone’s meant to dress according to that theme.
But the theme is very abstract and there’s no universal agreement on what it means, and in turn, what qualifies as an appropriate costume. So everyone spends the next week arguing over who was well-dressed, who was boring, who didn’t understand the theme (none of us understand the theme), and who didn’t get invited because they probably accidentally pissed off Anna Wintour.
This year, the theme was Camp: Notes on Fashion, with camp referring to fashion that’s humorous, ironic or highly exaggerated.
It was hosted by Lady Gaga and Harry Styles, which might explain why Lady Gaga ended up in her underwear on the stairs at approximately 7pm, but probably doesn’t.
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Anyone else get the impression that all these celebs are being trolled by this event? It seems to be an exercise in corralling together as many thirsty celebrities as possible, asking them to pay you a lot of money, whilst convincing them to wear the most unattractive, unflattering or stupid outfit possible. Then, sit back and laugh at them as they parade around, taking themselves all terribly seriously, because fashion and art.
Thats probably the best explanation of the Met Ball I've ever heard. As is Wintours rule, we have no idea what happens on the inside - so what is the point of this event?
Must be the same theme each year.
"Ugly and Stupid as Feck"
I hope Katy Perry peed before she put her chandelier on, coz that will NOT fit into a stall.
That's my least favorite outfit. Kayne looked better.