Met Gala 2027 adopts everyday theme after John Galliano retrospective cancelled
The Met Gala scheduled for 3 May 2027 will centre on the theme “extraORDINARY: fashion and the poetics of the everyday,” the Guardian reported.
The Met Gala scheduled for 3 May 2027 will centre on the theme “extraORDINARY: fashion and the poetics of the everyday,” the Guardian reported. The change follows the cancellation of a planned John Galliano retrospective after a backlash over the designer’s past. Commentators have suggested the new focus could see celebrities swap traditional couture "omelette dresses" and elaborate red‑carpet performances for more relaxed attire such as jeans and a nice top. The exact dress code for the event has not been released, but the Guardian notes that it usually reflects the exhibition theme.
The shift in theme marks a departure from the gala’s usual emphasis on high‑fashion spectacle, prompting speculation about how attendees will interpret the call to celebrate the ordinary in a setting known for its extravagance.
Why it matters
The new theme may reshape the Met Gala’s visual language, highlighting everyday style in a high‑profile fashion event.
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- United Kingdom · Europe
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- Met Gala, Oscars, John Galliano, John Galliano Met Gala
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- Lifestyle
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