Met Gala 2024: Fashion's grand night - hosts, theme, ticket price, venue, live stream, event highlights.

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As the Met Gala 2024 approaches, the anticipation among the global elite reaches its zenith. A gathering where true love's kiss and an invitation to fashion's grandest night are not mutually exclusive, this event transcends mere celebrity status. Originating in 1948 as a society midnight supper, it has evolved into one of the world's most iconic events, attracting luminaries from film, fashion, music, sports, politics, and social media. While the event serves as a spectacle of haute couture and extravagant displays, it carries a deeper significance — raising funds for the Met's Costume Institute and inaugurating its annual spring exhibit. 

Hosted by none other than the enigmatic Anna Wintour, alongside multifaceted personalities like Jennifer Lopez and Marvel stars Zendaya and Chris Hemsworth, the guest list comprises a constellation of stars, ensuring a night brimming with unparalleled celebrity wattage. This year's theme, "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion," signifies a departure from fairytales, focusing instead on garments from the Costume Institute's collection that have been dormant and are now being resurrected for display. Curated by Andrew Bolton, the exhibit features 250 pieces spanning centuries, accompanied by the dress code "The Garden of Time," allowing for creative interpretations on the renowned red carpet.

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Yet, attending the Met Gala is no ordinary affair. Tickets cannot be purchased; rather, they are extended by invitation to the most influential and prominent figures, often at the behest of corporate sponsors. With individual tickets priced at $50,000 and table reservations exceeding $300,000, the event remains an exclusive affair reserved for the elite.

For those unable to secure a coveted spot inside, the spectacle unfolds through various channels. Vogue offers a livestream of the red carpet, capturing every moment of sartorial splendor. Meanwhile, spectators gather along Fifth Avenue or Madison, hoping to catch glimpses of their favorite stars as they arrive. The Associated Press provides a livestream of departures from the Mark Hotel, where many gala attendees converge.

Inside the Met, guests are greeted by opulent floral arrangements and the melodic strains of orchestral music. Cocktails precede dinner, offering attendees the opportunity to peruse the exhibit or mingle with fellow luminaries. While the evening's festivities officially commence at 6 pm, some opt for fashionably late entrances, ensuring an unforgettable soirée that epitomizes glamour, sophistication, and cultural resonance.

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