The 2014 Metropolitan Museum Constitute Gala was a stunner. The exhibition is dedicated to the dresses of Charles James, an English-born designer who moved to New York in 1940. This year was the year for the artistry of couture, the glamour of fabric, and the power of the female form.
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| Giant rose sculpture of James figure with de-constructed dress |
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| Wearing Alexis Mabille couture: corseted bustier with skirt in white silk jersey and grey satin jacket |
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| The Vogue greeters |
THE EXHIBIT
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| Cocktail hour with velvet sofas, champagne and the beautiful Met Museum |
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| Co-Chairs Sarah Jessica Parker and Bradley Cooper introduce the evening |
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| One of the perks of a Friends of the Costume Institute corner table, the "backstage" view |
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| The room was filled with gardenias, including table top |
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| Frank Ocean performed with an all female orchestra in top hats |
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| After party at the Boom Boom room at The Standard Hotel |
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| Best date ever! With Alexis Mabille leaving the after party |
Though The Met Gala has become a zoo of celebrities and hype, this exhibition is truly worthy. The intricate detailing of these dresses is inspiring and transcendent. My hope is that all of the press and chaos that now surrounds this event actually bring into the museum the hoards of people who pour over the fashion and glamour of it all. This is a world-class museum with the most amazing collections and exhibitions, and I only can hope that the art does not get lost in the crowds.
