The Ultimate Guide to the 2023 Met Gala: Your Complete Handbook for Fashion's Biggest Night "In honor of Karl" is the much-anticipated theme for the upcoming Met Gala. Read More THE MET GALAIgee OkaforApril 4, 2023The Ultimate Guide to the 2023 Met Gala: Your Complete Handbook for Fashion's Biggest Night, 'Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty' - An Iconic Tribute to the Fashion Legend's Illustrious Career and Legacy, Photo: Angela Weiss/AFP via Getty Images, Words By RICHARD O’NEAL Photography by GETTY IMAGES, Photo: Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images, Anna Wintour, the driving force behind the Met Gala since 1995, has transformed this event into a unique annual celebration of fashion. The gala is a glamorous affair and a charity event that raises funds for the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The timing of the gala is often aligned with the launch of the Institute's annual fashion exhibition. Every year, this extraordinary event brings in an impressive eight-figure sum, significantly impacting the world of fashion and art., “In honor of Karl” is the much-anticipated theme for the upcoming Met Gala, with the Costume Institute's Wendy Yu Curator in Charge, Andrew Bolton, leading the charge. The exhibition will pay homage to the legendary fashion icon Karl Lagerfeld (1933-2019), who left his mark on renowned fashion houses like Balmain, Chloé, Fendi, and Chanel and even launched his eponymous brand. Over 150 unique pieces will be on display, many of which will feature Lagerfeld's sketches, providing a unique insight into the creative process of this fashion icon., Get ready to witness an unforgettable night of glamour, style, and artistry with this stellar lineup. Vogue announced on January 18, revealing the 2022 Met Gala hosts as Penélope Cruz, Michaela Coel, Roger Federer, Dua Lipa, and Vogue's iconic editor-in-chief Anna Wintour as co-chair. Since taking the reins in 1995, Wintour has been the driving force behind the event's transformation into a beloved yearly celebration of fashion. Her co-chair involvement underscores the significance of this event in the fashion world.