The First Monday in May. The first Monday of May it’s not just any date for the fashion industry. Quite the opposite. That day, in fact, coincides with one of the most famous events in the entire fashion system, an event that combines fashion, celebrity and pure creativity. Give her star more expected at theme chosen, all about Met Gala 2026.
In the evening of Monday 4 Maytherefore, the red carpet set up on the steps of Metropolitan Museum of Art Of New York will officially come to life. As usual, all eyes will be on the looks chosen by actresses, top models and style icons; outfits called to get noticed while remaining consistent with the theme of the Met Gala 2026. From the list of invited al dress code of the event: everything you need to know to be prepared for the most anticipated night in fashion.
What it is, when it starts and where to see it
Beyond the glamorous aspect, the Met Gala was born as a charity event, aimed at raising funds for the Costume Institute of the MET museum in New York. Furthermore, as per tradition, the evening coincides with the inauguration of the show spring of the department. This year’s retrospective, entitled Costume Art, explores the centrality of dressed body in the history of art, between paintings and sculptures, ranging from classic nudes to often overlooked subjects, such as pregnant women. The red carpet of the Met Gala 2026, in any case, will begin around Italian midnight (6pm New York) and will be broadcast on YouTube And TikTok.
Dua Lipa on the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York for the 2025 Met Gala. (Photo by XNY/Star Max/GC Images)
Met Gala 2026 theme, dress code and stars present
The dress code chosen for the Met Gala 2026, in any case, leaves ample room for maneuver. The theme Fashion is Artin fact, will allow guests and guests to play with over-the-top creations, sculptural and unprecedented dresses, transforming fashion into a true art form. Style slips, however, are always around the corner. As per tradition, then, Anna Wintourglobal director of Vogue and advocate of transforming the Met Gala into the great event we know today, will be joined by three co-chairthat is, co-hosts: Nicole Kidman, Beyoncé And Venus Williams.
Nicole Kidman at the Met Gala 2025. This year she will play the role of co-chair. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)
There is also a large hosted committee, co-chaired by Anthony Vaccarellocreative director of Saint Laurent, and from Zoe Kravitz. Although the guest list remains top secret until the last moment, the presence of some names – such as the Kardashian-Jenner sisters, Sabrina Carpenter and the protagonists of the TV series Heated Rivalry And Love Story – seems to be taken for granted. After the Venetian wedding with a high rate of stars and vintage dresses, however, Jeff Bezos And Lauren Sanchez Bezos further intensify their relationship with the fashion industry, taking on the role of honorary presidents of the Met Gala 2026. A choice welcomed with a boycott campaign unprecedented.
Party time
While waiting for the red carpet on Monday evening, the New York weekend just passed was the setting for countless pre-party of Met Gala 2026 (which will be followed by the inevitable after parties). Organized by the Bezos couple or by Wintour herself, these highly armored events are the first catwalk that will lead to the steps of the Met. Nicole Kidmanfor example, ranged from a tuxedo with a silk shirt to an enveloping total black sheath dress. Kendall Jennerfor its part, has made the trend its own cheongsamWhile Zoe Kravitz she paired a bon ton cardigan and lace skirt with a new, sparkling, engagement ring. Kim Kardashianfinally, she showed off an oriental-inspired archive dress designed by Dior by John Galliano.
The most awaited night of fashion can finally begin.