Who Picks the Met Gala Theme and Exhibit, and Why?
When the annual parade of celebrities ascends the steps at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Monday night to mark the opening of “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion,” guests will have no indication that the elaborate exhibition they are about to see is a last-minute backup plan.
Wintour's Met Gala continues to surpass its own remarkable fundraising achievements, with tickets now priced at approximately $75,000 per person for the exclusive event. Last year, the Gala raised a staggering $22 million, despite costing $6 million to host. While a significant portion of the proceeds benefits the Costume Institute, some also contribute to the Metropolitan Museum's general budget, where Wintour serves on the board. However, beneath the impressive financial figures lies a concern within the curatorial community: after nearly 15 years, the Costume Institute is increasingly renowned for its extravagant parties rather than its exhibitions, a shift that many find troubling.
Read more about it here.
Wintour's Met Gala continues to surpass its own remarkable fundraising achievements, with tickets now priced at approximately $75,000 per person for the exclusive event. Last year, the Gala raised a staggering $22 million, despite costing $6 million to host. While a significant portion of the proceeds benefits the Costume Institute, some also contribute to the Metropolitan Museum's general budget, where Wintour serves on the board. However, beneath the impressive financial figures lies a concern within the curatorial community: after nearly 15 years, the Costume Institute is increasingly renowned for its extravagant parties rather than its exhibitions, a shift that many find troubling.
Read more about it here.
Wintour's Met Gala continues to surpass its own remarkable fundraising achievements, with tickets now priced at approximately $75,000 per person for the exclusive event. Last year, the Gala raised a staggering $22 million, despite costing $6 million to host. While a significant portion of the proceeds benefits the Costume Institute, some also contribute to the Metropolitan Museum's general budget, where Wintour serves on the board. However, beneath the impressive financial figures lies a concern within the curatorial community: after nearly 15 years, the Costume Institute is increasingly renowned for its extravagant parties rather than its exhibitions, a shift that many find troubling.
Read more about it here.
Latest News
Stay updated with our latest news and stories we share every day!
June 24, 2024
Uncategory
3 Principles to Help Entrepreneurs Go From Concept to Product. Use these techniques to move past the ideation phase.
June 24, 2024
Uncategory
3 Principles to Help Entrepreneurs Go From Concept to Product. Use these techniques to move past the ideation phase.
June 24, 2024
News
Vogue World: Paris took place on Sunday, June 23. If you missed the live action, you can rewatch the Vogue World 2024 livestream hosted by none other than Cara Delevingne right here.
June 24, 2024
News
Vogue World: Paris took place on Sunday, June 23. If you missed the live action, you can rewatch the Vogue World 2024 livestream hosted by none other than Cara Delevingne right here.
June 24, 2024
News
Ralph Lauren has unveiled the new Team USA gear for this summer, now available on the Fanatics website. Fans can grab these items before the 2024 Summer Olympics kick off in Paris.
June 24, 2024
News
Ralph Lauren has unveiled the new Team USA gear for this summer, now available on the Fanatics website. Fans can grab these items before the 2024 Summer Olympics kick off in Paris.
June 24, 2024
Uncategory
3 Principles to Help Entrepreneurs Go From Concept to Product. Use these techniques to move past the ideation phase.
June 24, 2024
News
Vogue World: Paris took place on Sunday, June 23. If you missed the live action, you can rewatch the Vogue World 2024 livestream hosted by none other than Cara Delevingne right here.