
Met Gala 2023: Everything you need to know

Met Gala is a fundraising benefit for the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Affectionately referred to as 'fashion's biggest night out,' the event welcomes stars, young creatives and industry paragons.

Met Gala is traditionally held on the first Monday in May. This year, it will be held on May 1, 2023 and the live stream will begin at 6:30 pm EST (May 2, 4:00 am IST).

'Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty,' is this year’s official theme. The theme will celebrate the legacy of the late designer Karl Lagerfeld, who made an indelible mark on luxury fashion.

Known for his role as a creative director of Chanel in addition to his work at Chloé and his eponymous brand, Lagerfeld was one of the most influential figures in fashion. However, this year's theme created much controversy as Lagerfeld was known for contentious remarks about everything from #MeToo to curvy bodies.