Met Gala 2021: Cara Delevingne and Dan Levy on the red carpet. (Image courtesy: AFP)
Highlight
- Alexandria Ocasio-Corte’s message read “tax the rich”
- “Peg the Patriarchy” was a message from model Cara Delevingne
- Dan Levy’s outfit was about celebrating the LGBTQ+ community
New Delhi:
Amidst the soaring shadows and constant shutterbugs, some celebrities decided to call the voice of fashion the biggest night in the world. mate throat. US Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez put everything into perspective when she wrote in an Instagram post: “The medium is the message.” In her case, the medium was her outfit and the message was “Tax the rich.” Among other milestone outfits, there was a piece worn by shits creek Star Dan Levy, who “celebrates the resilience” of the LGBTQ+ community. This year’s theme for the annual fashion gala is “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion” and each star had a different interpretation. Here are some strong messages the stars have been carrying on the Met Gala red carpet this year.
At first, we’ll probably describe shits creek Star Dan Levy’s first Met Gala appearance as beauty. However, there is more to her outfit than what she appears to be doing. The comedian, writer, and director wore a custom piece designed by Jonathan Anderson of Lowe’s that “celebrates the resilience” of the LGBTQ+ community. In his post, Dan Levy explained that “the team built on an image of two men kissing from the work of Jonathan and Design Wojnarovicz.” They signed with these words: “Tonight, we are celebrating the resilience, love and joy of community while honoring an important American voice that was taken from us too soon.”
Dan Levy on the red carpet. (Image courtesy: AFP)
US Representative for New York Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez made her first Met Gala appearance this year. Her outfit seemed a simple outfit at first glance. However, the message on the back told a different story. “Tax the rich,” read the message in bold red letters. Her off shoulder dress was designed by Brother Vellies. Her handbag had the same message as her gown. She shared a photo of her outfit and designer and an excerpt from her Instagram post read, “Now is the time for child care, health care and climate action for all. Tax the rich.”
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez on the red carpet. (Image courtesy: AFP)
Model, actress and singer Cara Delevingne skipped the red carpet staple and opted for a white tank top, which she paired with white pants. Her outfit was designed by Maria Grazia Chiuri of Dior. The highlight of her outfit was the text on it, which read, “Peg the Patriarchy.”
Cara Delevingne at the Met Gala. (Image courtesy: AFP)
Congresswoman and activist Carolyn B. Maloney’s message came loud and clear. She printed the text “Equal rights for women” throughout her outfit. It was her tribute to the 19th Amendment, passed in 1919, which gave the right to vote to all women in the country. She carried a handbag which had the slogan “ERA YES” printed on it. In an Instagram post, the 75-year-old politician shared a photo of her Met Gala OTTD and wrote: “Across the country, women’s rights are under attack. I’ve long used fashion as a force for change As the Met Costume Institute re-opens their inaugural exhibit celebrating American designers, I’m seeking ERA’s certification so that women can be equal forever.”
Carolyn B. Maloney at the Met Gala. (Image courtesy: AFP)
The Met Gala Usually held in early May every year. However, the 2020 edition was canceled due to the pandemic. This year also the ball was postponed till September. This time, the Met Gala will be held in two phases, the first reception in September 2021 and the second on May 2, 2022.
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