MET Gala 2025: The Staggering Cost of Fashion's Biggest Night

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The MET Gala 2025, held on May 5 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, continues to rank as one of the fashion world's most secretive and costly affairs. The theme for this year, "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," honors Black fashion tradition and menswear innovation. But under the glamour, the price of admission has come to astronomical levels. Here is a step-by-step breakdown:

Ticket Prices Reach Record Highs

It will cost $75,000 per ticket to the MET Gala 2025, a steep hike from earlier.
A table seating 10 is $350,000, a very pricey fund-raising affair.

Who Does Pay for the Tickets?

No celebrity pays directly for tickets. Fashion houses, brands, and sponsors buy up tables and guest invite others.
Each guest invited has to go through Anna Wintour for approval, meaning an exclusive list of guests.

Theme & Dress Code for 2025

The theme, "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," delves into Black dandyism and cultural expression.
The dress code, "Tailored for You," invites guests to reimagine timeless menswear.

Star-Studded Guest List & Co-Chairs

Colman Domingo, Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky, Pharrell Williams, and Anna Wintour are co-chairing the event.
LeBron James is the honorary chair, infusing a fresh sports-meets-fashion twist.

How to Watch the MET Gala 2025

The red carpet will be live-streamed on Vogue's digital sites and YouTube at 6 PM ET.
Teyana Taylor, La La Anthony, Ego Nwodim, and Emma Chamberlain are hosting with live commentary.

This year's MET Gala is going to be a show of fashion, culture, and exclusivity, and ticket prices are going to mirror its ultra-premium nature.

Sources: IndiaTimes, MSN, WWD, The Cut