MET gala 2023: the theme, the best dressed *DESIGNER REACTS*

MET Gala 2023: the theme, the best dressed, reviewed by a fashion designer.
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[@brightpurpleviking]

I usually giggle or roll my eyes at most of these outfits at these galas and events, but hearing your commentary makes me pause and look at them with a different perspective. Thank you for that.

[@justineleconte]

You’re welcome 😘

[@adriennebrown3778]

Totally agree

[@user-no2mz9hl4f]

Fashion is an art form, and sometimes you have to learn a bit about it in order to enjoy and appreciate it. I think Justine does a fantastic job at explaining the meaning to help us all appreciate high fashion. Many people are bored with classical music until they learn a bit about it…so it is with many things.

[@ПолинаКозловская-щ6ш]

@@user-no2mz9hl4fabsolutely agree!

[@nikolinastojanovska]

Me too:)

[@m.di.c.]

Bündchen's outfit was a gown she wore for Lagerfeld in a photo shoot he took himself, so that was extremely on point.

[@sogorgeous2257]

She wants Brady back, he’s NOT going back with her.

[@SS-qx7nh]

Why would she want him back? 🤣

[@paulacarrasco696]

@@sogorgeous2257 Hey, I think you're lost, this is a fashion channel

[@sogorgeous2257]

@@paulacarrasco696 If you know anything about fashion, fashion makes a statement to the person who’s wearing it. She went to the Met Gala alone sans Brady but she was trying so hard to get Brady to notice her-AGAIN BC SHE WANTS HIM BACK. Have a great day.

[@sogorgeous2257]

@@SS-qx7nh Tom the GOAT in the NFL now has retired we think from playing in the NFL, this was the horse’s dream come true. Father of their 2 kids. She wants him back BADLY. After all, she’s no prize. 🐴

[@marissa_____]

You're almost at a million subscribers! So well-deserved. I have been a subscriber for many years, excited for you to hit that milestone.

[@by_katrin]

That reminded me to finally hit that subscribe button. I am always so focused on the interesting videos that I have always forgotten it so far. 😀So thank you Marissa!

[@marissa_____]

​@@by_katrin happy to be that person! I have learned so much from Justine 😃

[@lynda.grace.14]

I deeply appreciate your insightful commentary on this event. It's always on point, insightful and educational. Bravo.

[@ReallyISeeYou]

Loved the historical context you gave us. None of the TV commentators had anything like that to share with audience.

[@tiutiukas]

Dress-wise, for me, it's a battle between Nicole Kidman's fairytale dress and Cardi B (it's just fun) But the whole look - Anne Hathaway. 10/10 for makeup, accessories, the dress, and the attitude to bind it all

[@stillexploring9180]

Dear Justine, as soon as I saw on TV that the MET gala took place, I really looked forward to your video. I was checking youtube to see if you uploaded the video, and here it is! I really appreciate your educational videos, with well-reaserched topics and crystal-clear explanations. Thank you for your work and dedication!

[@emmacharlier4404]

Well said!

[@rebeccamcnutt5142]

Same 😊

[@katieswanson4496]

I came across some disgruntled articles about the theme for this year’s MET. Their concern was the comments Lagerfeld had made at various points in his life that were degrading to certain groups. I was hoping to get your take on those comments. However, grateful for your take on the fashion as always ❤️

[@63Lsp]

I think I'm literally the only person who doesn't understand why Coco herself isn't "controversial" at best

[@stanorange]

Yeah, I was also surprised by her saying that the theme was safe and not polarising... I have seen tons of content discussing the opposite.

[@Elspm]

​@@artfolly I thought the commenter was making the point that they didn't understand why Chanel *isn't* considered more controversial, but I may be wrong

[@robina.9402]

​@@Elspm I thought the same thing! It's too easy to ignore the uncomfortable parts of a creator's life.

[@jeanneobbard]

For real, while I understand the Met Gala is meant to be fantasy and performance, the theme this year really left a bad taste in my mouth. Is Anna Wintour that out of touch? Yes, and she's happy to be that way. The tastemakers in fashion apparently don't want to grapple with anti-fat bias, n@zism, misogyny, racism etc, and they make themselves the lesser for it. I don't think Justine likes to get into these complex waters which I can't really blame her for, since she's more interested in the fashion history aspect.

[@mystrie4663]

Karl Lagerfeld's home in Monaco has a pink exterior which makes Naomi Campbell's outfit even more appropriate.

[@teknosbeka]

You can’t even imagine how much I was looking forward to this video 😊 I am waiting for it every year

[@mayarnair1026]

Same!

[@RobynCoburn]

I enjoyed Elle Fanning in a lacy white dress carrying flowers with a flower crown, who had a story about her meeting with Lagerfeld some years ago. The story added so much to understanding the outfit.

[@MsLarrythegreat]

The absence of rating feels like a breath of fresh air, I must say. I appreciate how Justine's work feels both light and enlightening. Talking pop culture can easily feel bit like playing in mud, not so here.

[@kathrynlouiseberman7919]

I didn't even realize the met gala had taken place until after it happened, but then I knew I had this video to look forward to! 🙂

[@gorejs8396]

Merci, Justine! As always, an engaging & insightful analysis informed by historical & contemporary contexts. Lagerfeld was at once a brilliant designer & a very complicated man, & I do wish he had kept his mouth shut more often. I love the black-&-whiteness of it all this time, & the camellias & pearls made it all the more fabulous. The Met Gala always gives me a sort of Zoolander vibe, & this year's theme really intensified that.

[@justineleconte]

Lagerfeld has definitely polarised many times & some of his ideas were from another generation… to say the least. A part which I dislike is also how he made fashion elitist and made the designer into a superstar - many people feel that fashion isn’t for them because of that mindset.

[@gorejs8396]

@@justineleconte Yes! In so doing, his public persona also fed into the stereotype of the narcissistic, über-snob fashion designer whose clothes were meant only for the elite, not for regular people who love fashion. He is among those who inspired Zoolander's Mugatu. I don't think Karl would ever have worn Mugatu's thick Shetland jumper topped with a bustier, though. Even with his flaws, Lagerfeld knew better!

[@glockenrein]

He grew up rich in a very strict, old and traditional German family. He just was an elitist snob and would’ve been in any profession.

[@theghostinthemirror3381]

I love your videos, wouldn't mind them being a bit longer 😊

[@Eternelspotlessmind]

Yes yes yes!!! I was waiting for this video! ( i actually wait for all of your videos Justine! Your previous video on fast fashion was heartbreaking and INFORMATIVE! Thank you! )

[@ladyliberty417]

I appreciate your not judging this gala too deeply due to the theme!! But a great learning video of course, thanks so much Justine ❤

[@virginiap9224]

Actually, many celebs weren't on theme because the didn't agree with some of Karl's staments (one of them was Pedro Pascal, for example)

[@tangerinetangerine4400]

But they went to the gala? 🙄

[@justineleconte]

Every year, some guests aren’t on theme, for many different reasons. If they wanted to be critical, this year, I feel that they would have needed to express it differently…🤨 (more clearly) - or skip the gala.

[@TheMagdalenaBB]

I rather like Pedro's statement. Okay fine, I just like Pedro. He had Valentino logos painted on his middle fingers. I could take or leave his outfit.

[@AnnikaOrne]

I haven't seen any reference to Pedro Pascal saying he was protesting the theme. This strikes me as disinformation.

[@janzy58]

So many people reading into guests wearing pink as a protest to Karl. It's just ridiculous. You just wouldn't go.

[@live4salsa]

Thank you, Justine. Love how you explain the designs, as I would never have picked up on a lot of the Karl-references on my own. Also love your lipstick, so chic 💋💯 Love from Copenhagen 😘

[@mansigupta]

Was waiting for this!! Literally checked YT everyday since the evening.

[@linasalman-bondarenko4942]

I would love a longer video with more outfits covered ❤

[@Chaotic_Pixie]

The cats were my favorites. I noticed 3. Doja Cat, Jared Leto, and Lil Nas X... though I loved Jared's the most. The happy feels and nightmare fuel he created is unmatched... though absolute major props to Doja for going all out on the makeup and committing to character. She's wearing prosthetic makeup & only meowed all night. What a great way to make sure you don't accidentally say something you might regret. I'm a big fan of Choupette, even if I was never a big Lagerfeld fan & I think the nods to Choupette were a great way to be on theme without outright supporting a person you found to be problematic. You can't be mad at cats. I also was a big fan of those who picked up on the word LINE in the theme, Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty and really played up the lines in their outfits... be they lines of pearls, lines of pleats, lines of boning, lines within a gridded pattern... the list goes on of the ways I noticed repetitive, straight lines showing up in the outfits chosen for the gala. I thought it was another great way to stay on theme without supporting someone whose values don't align with your own.

[@Thrivinginthespotlight]

Am I the only person who liked the garments and the vibe of this met gala? Bright, refreshing and a little nostalgic of classic 90s and vintage haute couture. Reminiscent of vintage glamorous perfume advertisements.

[@lcgc1980]

Tems black and white gown with feather head piece and embellishments was my favorite!

[@emilycurtis4398]

I'm surprised you didn't cover the delightful shade of Lagerfeld with the pink.

[@jungletheme2094]

youre basically the only fashion opion I care about because you keep it positive and balanced

[@aksez2u]

So Karl Lagerfeld is "non-polarizing" "safe" and "not controversial"? Not from what I hear. That said, I appreciated seeing some costumes that I haven't seen on in other Met Gala critiques.

[@bookaholicbeauty4573]

I loved Eva Chen’s Fendi outfit and Alia Bhatt’s Prabal Gurung gown!

[@Sjudit84]

I was waiting for your video about the MET! i know this year's theme might have been not as interesting for you as usual, but I still enjoyed the rundown of who did what and how it connects to Karl, bcs I did not know that much about his work.

[@nanma132]

Naomi Campbell's look is basically a sari. I love watching your videos, Justine. So much education! And entertainment, of course ❤

[@annika8207]

Nice rewiew, Justine! Loved Naomi Campbell’s soft pink dress too!🤩 Bye from 🇸🇪 🌷🌤

[@thefunkysway4634]

My favorite was Anne Hathaway. I also like the suit on Eddie Red...forget how to spell. Love this. Thank you.

[@TheClarityConcierge]

I do look forward to this because it is so educational

[@scholargrrl]

I honestly don't watch anything about the Met Gala, but I wanted to hear your commentary on new pieces!

[@rachellemesquit9857]

Wow. I just learned so much about design and its history. Thank you Justine for sharing your knowledge. ❤

[@missdi4168]

I really love Sara Choi's outfit. It is my favorite look of this year's MET gala. Thank you for sharing your insights...especially on explaining the details of the looks.❤

[@kevinjewell233]

Why didn't anyone channel Ines de la Fressange or his other discovery Claudia Schiffer????

[@kaychristophertv938]

Justine, I've been watching your videos for years and every single one of them is so well done, including this one. You are a joy to listen to and watch. And, I always learn interesting things. Congrats on approaching 1 million subscribers. You so deserve it!

[@katherinekelly5380]

Mindy Kaling also came as a cat - much less obvious but there are definitely cats ears on her bodice and a cat silhouette imbedded in her gown

[@o.o4566]

These outfits were much more wearable than previous met gala. I also really like that they were rewearing older pieces. Much better for the environment to rewear older ones and to have the newer ones be re wearable.

[@justalittlebitmo]

Thank you for your take. I've been waiting for this video. Did not disappoint!

[@rubipotter1980]

This is the Met Gala video I was waiting for ❤❤❤.

[@lalaland8185]

I love your met reviews! I found this year's theme very refreshing to be honest. light and easy

[@elizabethm7163]

I think one of the best things about this theme was it kind of gave permission for rewearing. Not many people did, but I still hope we can see more rewearing and sustainability in the future.

[@thisisnotmyrealname4706]

My only wish is that this video would’ve been longer 🙈❣️ Kind regards from Finland🌸

[@noraschwerdt1337]

Thank you for your insight Justine!

[@Lila_S.]

I really liked Sora Choi's look, but it's one of those looks you know look great on her, not necessarily on anyone else. Her makeup was excellent as well.

[@kitty_s23456]

Hi Justine. Thanks for the vid. I enjoyed the historical take on it. So far, my fave Met Gala costume is the copper-green one by Blake Lively. The details, the story behind it, the transition, and the wearer herself - amazing. Could you consider making a vid on the attire of people (and the appropriateness of the attire) during the coronation of King Charles III? Thanks in advance!

[@shantigarin7272]

Apparently the bridal looks Lagerfeld created were a big deal as he would let only his muse/favorite model wear them at the end of the show. A favorite of mine is Doja cat, it was outside of the box yet in line with her name and found it still pleasing (not costumey mockery like Jared Leto's)

[@emmacharlier4404]

This is my most anticipated video from her channel every year!

[@basilicum340]

Hi Justine, thank you very much for this super interesting review

[@Dani-qg8gy]

Without fail, every year I come back to your channel for your Met Gala video ❤

[@anix670]

Excellent deconstruction, short and sweet!

[@suehenthorn4762]

Thanks Justine for your insight. Interesting how the theme was interpreted with some elegance, some design excellence and some fun. I just hope that the future of the met is not overshadowed by celebrities and not the actual fashion ❤

[@naveerakhan9622]

Yes finally!! I've been eagerly waiting for your review, I anticipate it every year and always love your perspective.

[@shannonharrison3227]

Really enjoyed your summary of the looks and the background behind some of the outfits. Yes, I thought Eddie Redmayne nailed it compared to the rest of the gentlemen. Would love to hear your thoughts on the coronation fashions. I was sad to see Katy Perry on some worst-dressed lists - I thought she looked fabulous! 💜🤩

[@elizabethm7163]

Honestly she was most likely on the worst-dressed lists because she's American.

[@douglassilvestri5554]

There's talks the reason some guests opted for pink (a color Karl Lagerfeld reportedly hated himself) was to protest his obscure comments on women, xenophobia and more. Viola Davis went all in in a deep pink.

[@MultiStephanator]

Your take and comments are so well received.. Bravo lovely Justine!

[@ambrosejoseph4843]

I don't understand all the long trains on some of these atrocities. I stress atrocities.

[@dimplesd8931]

Karl was very controversial. He said a lot of nasty things about fat people after he became a skinny girl. But when the theme was done right, it was amazing. Thanks for showing more looks in a concise video than most.

[@user-no2mz9hl4f]

This is always a fun video. I like that you choose to lift up the looks you admire. It’s kind of the opposite to many of the red carpet commentaries of old, where they would spend most of their time insulting the looks they thought were in poor taste. I like your way better.

[@alicerobinson9533]

The only MET gala review I wanted to see, love your work as alway Justine

[@Sc4r4byte]

Lil Nas X also expanded on the "Choupette / Cat" design angle (there were whiskers and kitty claw nails)

[@catherinegardner8407]

There were some beautiful pieces! Many thanks!🙂

[@prumyta]

Great vidéo ! So concise and crisp!❤ I would love to know you take on the red carpet event for the opening of NMACC Mumbai if you can😊

[@vylia]

Thank you for the video, dear Justine. I was expecting it. Brilliant review. :)

[@Jen7867]

I've been looking forward to your analysis. 🙂 Thank you! ❤

[@liritalyric]

Ashley Graham was one of my favorites!

[@lynnpetti3817]

Always enjoy your insightful analysis of, well, anything.

[@dwymmermorc]

hi Justine, unrelated to this video but I recently found your channel and your skintone/face shape etc guides are super useful. would you consider doing a video on how to style a garment that is unflattering for your own coloration? like if you own a sentimental value, hand-me-down that's very important to you, but it just happens to be bright blue and you're very warm LOL

[@Neenerella333]

Loved Michelle Yeoh and Eddie Redmayne.

[@MarthaMcIver]

The bold “graphic” designs by Thom Browne were a standout for me.

[@noraballa923]

So much Black and White on Eurovision 2023 too!

[@agabrielhegartygaby9203]

Based on your closing definition, please start making very much longer (even if you think "tedious") videos.....there is a lot more to understand here. Wonderful

[@lishokchun]

Ohhhh i've been waiting for this one!!!!!

[@kathysampson826]

Impeccable as always I was waiting g to see what you were going to say and choose👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@parmentier1984]

Love your analysis!

[@nodice8312]

Good work Justine, comme d'hab!

[@user-rq9rg9hv1c]

'a.k.a.' means 'also known as'. Compare it with 'i.e.', or 'id est" (in Latin), or 'that is.' We use 'i.e.' to rephrase or explain the word or phrase said previously.

[@SusanBRoman-ch9bm]

Today, I heard a review of the following book: "Monsters: A Fan's Dilemma". Claire Dederer asks: Can we love the work of Hemingway, Polanski, Naipaul, Miles Davis, or Picasso? Should we love it? Does genius deserve special dispensation? The book is an expansion of her Paris Review essay "What Do We Do With the Art of Monstrous Men?" Maybe Karl is in the same category?

[@shoszannah]

If we choose to ignore art made by awful man, we would be left with almost nothing unfortunately... We have no choice if we don't want to have a blank void as culture. So we need to accept to divide the artist from his art for those who are dead because we can't change that. We can just change what is in front of us, so now we should keep high standards from now on! But we can't ignore that some monsters created amazing art...

[@proatgaming6531]

I had been waiting for this video❤

[@kathleenem9207]

Favorite looks- Michelle Yeoh, Naomi Campbell, and Anne Hathaway. As you can tell I’m not a person who lives on the edge. I like elegant and beautiful where the celebrity wears the dress not the other way around.

[@carolheimgartner5917]

Loved your review Justine. my personal favourite was (believe it or not) Paris Hilton, she looked divine, and so did (again unbelievably) Cardi B.

[@shogile]

How can 2 people wear the same outfit? 😂 (Olivia wild and I can't remember the name of the other girl). I was sure every outfit needs confirmation

[@outinarizona]

My first reaction seeing Jared Leto's costume was "he knows a guy." The color blending on the cat face was fantastic. But i don't know many costumers so maybe that's standard creation? ...shrug... I love Anne Hathaway's pins and pearls and tweed. I'd wear it.

[@DaniL-hr9xo]

Dua Lipa is an absolutely beautiful woman, but that dress required a "presence" that she doesn't have. It was a missed opportunity.

[@0roseable]

I would have loved to see you comment on the outfits that appeared to be chosen as a critique of Karl Lagerfeld.

[@marieneu264]

0:34 The Met Gala is SO much about the outfits and the celebrities, that most people don’t even know where they’re going or why they’re walking up steps. Where are they going to? A dinner, a performance, a fundraising event? Nobody knows! It’s ALL about the red carpet and who knows what happens afterwards lol.

[@justineleconte]

A seated fundraising dinner inside the MET, which funds the activities of the MET’s costume institute & then a party without cameras so that the guests can enjoy.

[@marieneu264]

@@justineleconte thank you!!!

[@rebekahmenn2118]

I'm guessing you did not find that video of Lagerfeld drawing the design that Stella McCartney is wearing? I don't see it linked in the description.

[@hianjana]

I wish you had included Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas and Alia Bhatt in this video.

[@sheilaj5818]

As usual a very interesting and informative commentary. As for me I find this a terrible waste of money and time. A bunch of unimportant people strutting around like peacocks'

[@tatianaprotsenko6285]

Thanks a lot! enjoyed every look and comment!

[@user-annamaxneva]

You've done enormous job, thank you, love you❤

[@asha.m]

Thanks Justine! You're insight is appreciated ❤

[@anaaropot]

Always interesting ! Thank you !

[@agneskolontary6698]

Hi Justine, I am just wondering why was Karl Lagerfeld always wearing gloves? Thank you for your answer in advance

[@jeanne-marie8196]

My favorite was the pink dress on Naomi Campbell. That hue of pink is gorgeous, and that style on her was beautiful.

[@Amy-601]

Karl perfected architectural silhouettes 👥 in his designs mixing elements of dark romance and Renaissance while keeping elements of the olde world such as tweed and pearls and embellishments! Karl would’ve been just as easily a gr8 architect, building skyscrapers 🏙️ had he chosen that path. Few people nailed that logical/ mathematical/ architectural aspect of how Karl’s mind worked! Thank you for mentioning Stella McCartney and other designers- I thought they paid homage to Karl better- more so because they’d have studied him as part of their professional development! My 2 cents ! Also, I enjoyed your video for the same reason- a designers take on Karl !! ! l'artiste par excellence!! Hugs 🤗, Amy

[@allyirvine7537]

Thanks…interesting and well-researched as always!

[@justineleconte]

thank you so much, very kind!!

[@JRagaz]

I always click on your videos right away! Always! Why? Because they are about 10 minutes. That's a time I can afford. If videos are longer, I often think: I'll watch it later! ... and then I forget about it ... 😅

[@by_katrin]

The Tory Burch dress worn by Liu Wen is my favorite too! Nope, it's the one that Cardi B wore 😀...who am I kidding I love so many of these, I cannot possibly decide!