Regarded as one of the fashion world’s biggest nights, the Met Gala will soon be back again.

This year’s Met Gala will be a garden planted not with flowers, but with celebrities in floral-inspired pieces.

So for everything to know about the event, see our full guide below.

When is the Met Gala?

As per tradition, The Met Gala is the first Monday in May, with the exact date of the event being May 6, 2024.

What is the 2024 Met Gala Theme?

Last year, the theme was — Karl Lagerfeld, the designer of Chanel, Fendi and his own brand, making it both the subject and dress code. his year’s theme, “A Garden in Time,” is based on a short story by J.G. Ballard. In that story, the rich hide themselves in Arcadian splendor while unwashed and rioting poors amass outside. Meanwhile, it will be in support of this year’s exhibit, —“Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion”—will celebrate the Costume Institute’s new exhibition of the same name; The exhibit will feature approximately 250 items drawn from the museum’s permanent collection, some rarely seen in public before, and displayed in entirely new ways.

Who are the hosts?

Joining Ms. Wintour as the 2024 gala’s co-chairs are Jennifer Lopez, Zendaya, Chris Hemsworth and Bad Bunny, while the honorary chairs are Mr. Anderson of Loewe and Shou Chew, the chief executive of TikTok.

Where is the Met Gala held?

The Met Gala takes place at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on the first Monday in May each year (with the exception of the 2021 event, which took place in September due to COVID-19 restrictions).

Guests at the Met Gala

The event usually hosts around 450 attendees. While the guest list is top secret and only revealed an evening before the event, certain speculations highlight that A-listers such as Beyoncé and Lady Gaga to Madonna and Rihanna will be present at the event.

Swipe through 14 of the most iconic Met Gala outfits of all time:

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Kendall Jenner

The model’s Hollywood-inspired look emulated an ethereal feel on the carpet. Seen in a sheer embellished Givenchy gown, the look was inspired by Audrey Hepburn’s dress in My Fair Lady in 2021.

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Gigi Hadid

Wearing a thigh-high Prada dress with leather gloves, Gigi Hadid’s look in 2021 was styled with a high ponytail for a sophisticated finish. Her dramatic voluminous red hair also made its debut at the event. Gigi also wore a statement necklace designed by Jacob & Co. – a unique piece with a total weight of 140 carats and a central stone of 92 carats for the theme ‘In America: A Lexicon of Fashion’.

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Billie Eilish

For her first Met Gala, Billie Eilish was elegantly adorned in a gorgeous Oscar De La Renta gown, completely fur-free to match her ideals. Designed especially for her, she’s another star who’s on the journey of being a catalyst for change.

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Hailey Bieber

The supermodel embraced the power of simplicity at last year’s Met Gala. She opted for an all-black evening attire created by Saint Laurent, inspired by Grace Kelly’s world in 2021.

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Beyoncé

Queen B most certainly rocked the red carpet in a sheer black Givenchy dress with a birdcage headpiece and burgundy lipstick for that vintage noir-inspired look. The theme was ‘Charles James: Beyond Fashion’, which Beyonce effortlessly portrayed.

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Amal Clooney

The theme of the Met Gala for 2018 was ‘Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination’ and the human rights lawyer put her own spin on the concept in a contemporary two-piece ensemble. She was donned in streamlined navy trousers and a metallic corset by emerging British designer Richard Quinn, as she graced the red carpet with an edge.

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Blake Lively

For the theme ‘Punk: Chaos to Couture’, Lively is seen in a structured Gucci Première, that was complemented with smokey eye makeup for a dramatic look.

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Iman Hammam

With a neck-cradling silhouette and artful draping, Dutch-Moroccan model Iman Hamman made a statement in 2018. Her gown was regal and jam-packed with drama, it’s no surprise that US designer Zac Posen called the star “the most stunning woman of the night”.

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Jennifer Lopez

Seen in a gorgeous Zuhair Murad gown in 2010, Jennifer Lopez absolutely stunned on the red carpet. To amp the look, she opted for a smokey eye to complement this a-line tulle gown. Her look stood out in honour of the theme, ‘American Woman: Fashioning a National Identity’.

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Nicole Kidman

Dressed in Alexander McQueen, Nicole Kidman stood out in a constellation-fused gown with cape-like wings.

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Princess Diana

In all her elegance, Princess Diana was seen in a lingerie-inspired silhouette that’s still trending to date. For the theme ‘Christian Dior’, the royal established herself as a fashion icon with a look that’s beyond timeless. She works a stunning statement pearl choker necklace and a Lady Dior bag, making it one of the most memorable looks of all time.

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Queen Rania

Queen Rania stunned at the Met Gala in 2016 which followed the theme of ‘Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology’. She wore Valentino and looked beyond ethereal. The tulle gown was embellished with intricate swam-like feathers and a cascading set of crystals for a refined look.

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Rihanna

Seen in Guo Pei, Rihanna was seen in one of the most talked-about gowns to date in 2015. The Fenty Beauty founder went for a bold yellow look, wearing a 55lb yellow masterpiece with a flowing trail, for 2015’s exhibition, ‘China: Through the Looking Glass.’

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Zendaya

To depict the theme in 2018, Zendaya was seen in a Joan of Arc custom Versace piece, most definitely stealing the limelight on the red carpet. Designed to resemble an armour, her look was paired with platform heels and jewellery from Tiffany & Co.