Somto BisinaThe highly anticipated Met Gala, one of the biggest events in the fashion industry, is taking place today at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.
This year’s theme, “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty,” pays tribute to the legendary fashion designer who passed away in 2019. The exhibition features around 150 original looks from Lagerfeld’s remarkable career, alongside their respective original sketches, offering an intimate look into the designer’s creative process.
Lagerfeld, who often claimed that he could draw before he could talk, believed that his illustrations held the secrets to his creative vision. The Met Gala’s celebration of Lagerfeld’s life and work promises to be a fitting tribute to one of fashion’s greatest designers.
While Lagerfeld’s influence on the fashion industry is indisputable, it’s the red carpet that always steals the show at the Met Gala. This year’s event promises to be one of the most glamorous in recent years, thanks to a dress code that simply states “in honour of Karl.”
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With over six decades of fashion, spanning his work across iconic labels such as Chanel, Fendi, Chloé, and his own namesake label, there are plenty of archival KL looks to inspire the guests.
And we can expect some to take inspiration from the man himself, who famously favoured slim suits and stiff collars, all in black and white. Let’s not forget his penchant for rock n’ roll accessories like dark sunglasses, fingerless leather gloves, and Chrome Hearts jewellery, which could inspire some fashion-forward looks on the red carpet.
As usual, Prime Business Africa will be providing live updates on the fashion, red carpet activities, and the main event. Fashion enthusiasts can tune in to catch all the highlights of this year’s Met Gala and see how Lagerfeld’s legacy continues to inspire and shape the world of fashion.
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