The Met Gala, held since 1948, is one of the most exclusive and expected events in the fashion world. Over the years, several personalities have left their mark on the red carpet, consolidating their presence in the international scene.
This year the beneficial gala, which will be held as usual at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, He broke a new record in collection. According to information provided by The New York Times This year The gala, reached a total of 31 million dollars, the largest rode donations for 77 years. The event is an annual beneficial celebration that aims to raise funds for the Preservation and exhibition of the history of fashion through the Costume Institute Benefit.
In order to attend the Met Gala there are two forms, the first to be part of the official guest list of Vogue magazine directed by Anna Wintour. The second, paying an entrance which can vary between $ 30,000 to $ 275,000.
For this 2025 the topic of the exhibition chosen was Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, In Spanish Superfino: the art of tailoring in black dandism. For its part, the clothing code will be Tailored for You or tailored.
With regard to the celebration of the most recent edition this May 5, International media have assured that Shakira and Karol G could repeat this year as attendees to the exclusive gala. This would not be the first time that musical artists attend.
In 2024, ‘La Loba’ debuted at the Met Gala surprising with a red Carolina Herrera dress designed by Wes Gordon. The outfit presented a sculptural layer inspired by a rose, made with almost 100 meters of fabric, and a corset with geometric cuts that enhanced their silhouette.
That same year Karol G also made his debut wearing a Marc Jacobs dress that evoked a fairy of the forest. The design, full of golden transparencies and volumes, was completed with elf ears and platform boots, aligning with the subject Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.
Other Colombians in the Met Gala
Maluma has been a recurring assistant of the Met Gala. In 2021, he wore a red set of Versace, Designed by Donatella Versace, who combined cowboy style elements with details in precious stones. In 2023, he repeated his appearance, consolidating as a reference of Latin American male fashion.
J Balvin attended the 2021 and 2022 editionsstanding out for his avant -garde style. In 2021he wore a black suit with flowers from Moschino, accompanied by striking jewelry. In 2022, He opted for a Ralph Lauren design with diamond details, showing his ability to merge urban fashion with haute couture.
Other Colombians who have made presence have been, Sofía Vergara, who has participated in the 2011, 2012 and 2015 editions. For its part The designer Caleña Johanna Ortiz has taken her art to the met gala through their creations. In 2024 the presenter Rachel Smith wore on the red carpet the “loss” city of the spring-summer 2017 collection of the Colombian designer.
