An invitation to the Met Gala costs a fortune. And not only because of the exclusivity of the event, one of the most anticipated of the year, but also because of the dramatically increased cost compared to the previous edition. Gone are the days of Eleanor Lambert when a ticket cost only $50. Now walk the red carpet of the Museum of Metropolitan Art and take part in a benefit performance of the Costume Institute costs a whopping $50,000 apiece. An incredible and unexpected increase, especially in terms of size considering it already hit $30,000 per guest in 2022.
As always, the decision is made with the unqualified judgment of Anna Wintour, the soul of the event and also the meticulous organizer. However, this decision could not help but make some VIPs turn up their noses. “These people are already donating so much, asking for such an amount – it’s a lot,” the insider explains. daily mail. Indeed, it seems that evening Monday, May 1, 2023 there may be some desertions, but don’t worry. The editor of American Vogue is well aware that for one person who declines an invitation, “there are 20 people who will line up behind him and beg to come.” Personalities like Lady Gaga, Kim Kardashian (who, contrary to rumors, will be there), Rihanna and Beyoncé will attract anyone, and the organizers know it. At this point, “Anna wants these people? Maybe yes, maybe no.” As always guest list subject to last-minute changeswill be reviewed to the end at its discretion.
It is puzzling not only the exorbitant cost of the evening, which will take place on the so-called “first Monday of May”but also the topic. Title of this 75th edition Karl Lagerfeld: beauty line and this can put some designers in a difficult position. In fact, the designer, who died in 2019 due to the effects of pancreatic cancer, has lent his genius to brands like Chanel, Balmain and Fendi, which will naturally be relieved while other houses may find themselves in a quandary. “The Chanel themes are so iconic,” the source explains. daily mail. “Other brands have their own identity. What will they do? For other insiders, the dress code problem does not exist: “No one seems to be particularly worried,” it will be enough for designers to put together “something black and white and shiny” for the evening.
In this case, creativity and ingenuity are needed. Alternatively, you can always decline the invitation, but in that case there is a real risk of being permanently excluded from future editions of the Met Gala. “If you miss one, you may not be invited back,” the insider confirms. In a word, it is better not to take risks if you want to “be in the know.” In honor of Carl, after a glamorous evening where designer Choupette’s cat will not miss, there will be can be seen at the Metropolitan exhibition of 150 dresses designed by Karl Lagerfeld, along with some of his personal sketches.. The exhibition will be open to visitors from May 5 to July 16. Last year, the Met Gala 2022 alone grossed a total of $17.4 million, according to Billboard. With a new increase in tickets this time, the figure may even double.
Source: Elle