Stars Used the Met Gala 2026 Red Carpet to Celebrate Black Art

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The 2026 Met Gala asked a simple question: is fashion art? Tied to the Costume Institute’s “Costume Art” exhibition, celebrities like co-chair Beyoncé, Met Gala veterans Rihanna and Janelle Monáe, as well as breakout star Chase Infiniti all showed up ready to prove the point, each channeling their inner art connoisseur. But some took it a step further and used the opportunity to put Black art front and center on the Met steps. It’s a welcome gesture after the 2025 Met Gala theme “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” which celebrated Black designers. The continuation sends the message that our identity is more than just a passing trend. read more

The Met Gala 2026 Theme, Exhibit, and More Details About Fashion’s Biggest Night

Met Gala season is upon us. The annual event takes place on the first Monday in May (May 4, 2026 this year) at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, following its traditional calendar. We know the Met Gala is a whirlwind of fashion, beauty, imagination, and creativity so it’s fair if you have lots of questions about the iconic event. If you’re wondering “What is the Met Gala?” or “What happens at the Met Gala?” don’t worry, we have a quick rundown of everything you need to know. Starting with the basics, you may or may not know that Condé Nast’s Chief Content Officer Anna Wintour has been cochairing the Met Gala since 1999, and she’s the backbone of fashion’s biggest night. read more