Where and what time can you watch the MET Gala 2024 LIVE from Mexico and what is the theme this year?

This Monday, a new edition of the Met Gala, the most important fashion event of the year, will take place. (REUTERS/Andrew Kelly)

The MET Gala is an annual event that serves as a fundraiser for the Costume Institute of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. This event marks the opening of the museum’s annual fashion exhibition. It is known for the presence of prominent figures from various fields such as fashion, film, music and society, who usually dress according to the theme set by the organizers every year.

The MET Gala was founded in 1948 by fashion publicist Eleanor Lambert, with the aim of raising money for the newly formed Costume Institute and promoting the fashion industry. Over time, it has become one of the most exclusive and high-profile events in the fashion world, attracting countless celebrities and generating extensive media coverage.

The selection of guests and the waiting list are in the hands of Anna Wintour, editor-in-chief of Vogue since 1995. The Gala is held every year on the first Monday in May and each edition has a different theme, which reflects both the decoration of the event and the dress code of those present.

Under the theme ‘Sleeping Beauties: the awakening of fashion’, inspired by JG Ballard’s story ‘The Garden of Time’, the 2024 gala promises to be a celebration of nature and sustainability, addressing these issues through the lens of the fashion.

With elements such as flowers, butterflies and decoration that promises to be packed with natural references, guests are sure to wear outfits that reinterpret this theme in innovative and surprising ways.

Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Chris Hemsworth and Bad Bunny will host this year, along with honorary co-chairs Jonathan Anderson and Shou Zi Chew. The gala invites you to break the mold and encourage male guests in particular to ditch the traditional black tuxedo and venture into riskier propositions.

The exhibition ‘Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion’ not only marks the evening of the gala, but offers the public from May 10 to September 2 an immersive experience with projections, music and reconstructions of aromas, creating a dialogue between fashion and fashion . and nature through different eras, from the 17th century to the present.

This edition invites everyone to discover the ephemeral nature of beauty and how it is reflected in both fashion and nature, highlighting the importance of sustainability in fashion.

Date: The 2024 Met Gala will take place on Monday, May 6.

Schedule: In Mexico, the live red carpet broadcast begins at 4 p.m

Where: The 2024 Met Gala can be followed via Vogue’s official website and digital platforms including TikTok and YouTube; as well as on the E! Channel Entertainment for Latin America.

The most anticipated event in the fashion world, the MET Gala 2024 will bring together prominent figures from various fields, including several Mexican talents who have distinguished themselves in both the entertainment and fashion industries.

Eiza González, known for her role in ‘Ambulance’ and other Hollywood productions, returns to the red carpet of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. During three previous participations, she attracted attention in 2018 with a design by Prabal Gurung, in keeping with the theme ‘Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination’. Her return in 2024 is one of the most anticipated of hers and promises to surprise again with her wardrobe choice.

Eiza González at the Met Gala, 2022 edition. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly

Another name that resonates at the next edition of the MET Gala is that of Salma Hayek, who shines on the red carpet year after year with fashion choices that have left their mark. Representing Mexico, Hayek has managed to combine her undeniable acting talent with her impeccable sense of style, making her a fashion icon to follow.

These talented Mexicans, together with other prominent Latin American artists, promise to bring the spirit and cultural wealth of Mexico to one of the most prestigious stages in the fashion world, through their innovative and spectacular outfits that will undoubtedly be the subject of conversation. The 2024 MET Gala will not only be a celebration of fashion and art, but also a platform where Mexican talent will shine brightly and showcase the diversity and cultural richness that define Mexico.

Salma Hayek at the Met Gala 2023. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly

Another name that resonates is that of the Mexican designer Carlos Pineda, who has become a reference in the fashion world thanks to his ability to infuse the soul and richness of Mexican culture into each of his creations.

The interview ahead of the 2024 MET Gala revealed the designer’s eagerness to present a design that would not only resonate with this year’s theme, “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion,” but also reflect his identity as a designer. Known for his maximalist style and meticulous attention to detail, he has managed to attract international attention by dressing celebrities such as Camila Cabello.

The design that Carlos Pineda has prepared for the MET Gala is the result of a month of intensive work and an in-depth exploration of nature, especially flowers. The piece, designed to be as iconic as the pieces that grace the museum’s hallways, is a testament to Pineda’s evolution as a designer. Using organza, a challenging material, the dress promises to be a masterpiece of ruffles and details that capture the essence of the flora, from the structure of the flowers to their patterns and textures. This creation perfectly represents the theme of the gala and offers a fresh and contemporary perspective on Mexican heritage.

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