Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny, and Chris Hemsworth have been announced as the co-chairs for the highly anticipated 2024 Met Gala. The Metropolitan Museum of Art made the exciting revelation on Monday, leaving fans and fashion enthusiasts buzzing with anticipation. Alongside these A-list celebrities, Loewe creative director Jonathan Anderson and TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew will serve as honorary chairs for the prestigious event.
This year’s Met Gala, titled “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion,” promises to be a captivating exhibition that celebrates the delicate nature of fashion. The theme, “Garden of Time,” has nothing to do with fairy tales but instead focuses on clothing and fashion that is so fragile it can never be worn again. These pieces are like sleeping beauties, carefully preserved in The Costume Institute’s archives.
According to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the exhibition will showcase a wide range of fashion, including a 17th-century Elizabethan-era English bodice. This display aims to embody the beauty of the natural world, emphasizing its fragility and inevitable decay. Alongside these historical pieces, more modern and less delicate garments will be showcased, all following three sub-themes: Land, Sea, and Sky.
The dress code for this year’s Met Gala draws inspiration from JG Ballard’s short story of the same name, written in 1962. Ballard’s work has been influential in various artistic mediums, including film adaptations such as Steven Spielberg’s “The Empire of the Sun.” With this unique dress code, attendees are expected to embrace the ethereal and whimsical nature of the theme.
The Met Gala is an annual event that takes place on the first Monday in May. It serves as the opening of The Costume Institute’s spring exhibition and has become a significant fundraising event for the institute. Under the leadership of Met Trustee Anna Wintour, the Benefit has raised over $223.5 million to date.
For Bad Bunny, this will be his third appearance at the Met Gala, solidifying his status as a fashion-forward artist. On the other hand, Chris Hemsworth will make his debut as a co-host, bringing his undeniable charm and style to the event. Zendaya, a seasoned attendee, will grace the Met Gala for the fifth time, showcasing her impeccable fashion sense. Jennifer Lopez, a true icon in the industry, holds the record with 13 previous appearances at the prestigious event.
The 2024 Met Gala is scheduled to take place on May 6, and fans around the world eagerly await the red carpet looks and extravagant fashion statements that will undoubtedly grace the event. As more details emerge, fashion enthusiasts can expect an unforgettable night filled with breathtaking fashion and star-studded moments. Stay tuned for updates on this highly anticipated event.
