Fashion, Power, Money, and Other Excesses
By Lina María Múnera Gutiérrez - [email protected]
TL;DR
- The Met Gala has become a symbol of extravagance for the super-rich, prioritizing attention over fashion.
- This year's theme was 'Costume Art,' focusing on the link between art and dress, with ticket prices at $100,000.
- The event raised $42 million, exceeding expectations, partly due to concessions like incorporating tech sponsors like Amazon and TikTok.
- Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez contributed $10 million and co-hosted, signaling a shift towards power plays and influence.
- The event's excess is contrasted with growing societal inequalities, with humor being presented as a potential countermeasure.
- Georgina Rodríguez's appearance, dressed as a 'sexy Virgin of Fatima,' and her expensive rosary, exemplify the event's opulent displays.