All the past Met Gala themes over the years

Entertainment All the past Met Gala themes over the years up to 2026 By Luis Giraldo Updated on: May 4, 2026 / 10:01 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google It's a night fashionistas and celebrity-watchers look forward to all year — the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute Benefit, known around the globe as the Met Gala, takes place on Monday, May 4, 2026, in New York City. The Spring 2026 exhibition, titled "Costume Art," explores the intersection of fashion and art by pairing garments with objects from the museum's collection, according to organizers. The dress code for the 2026 Met Gala, which ties into the exhibit's theme, is "Fashion is Art."The exhibit is funded largely by contributions from the Met Gala, where every year the biggest and wealthiest names gather to show off the best in fashion. Vogue magazine's Anna Wintour, who is also a trustee of the museum, has co-chaired the event since 1995. This year's co-chairs include Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams. The exhibition and benefit are made possible by Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos, the Met said. Here is a look at the themes of past Met Galas.2025 Met Gala theme: "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style"  Rihanna attending the 2025 Met Gala with the theme "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," on May 5, 2025. Matt Crossick/PA Images via Getty Images Last year's Met Gala theme, titled "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," invoked Black creativity, innovation and expression in fashion, culture and style. The dress code was dubbed "Tailored for You," calling for a focus on suiting and menswear, according to the Met. The exhibit explored the stories of Black style told through clothing by the African diaspora beginning in the 18th century.  Pharrell Williams, A$AP Rocky, Lewis Hamilton and Colman Domingo served as co-chairs of the 2025 gala. 2024 Met Gala theme: "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion"  Zendaya attends the 2024...