2026 Met Gala Unveils ‘Costume Art’ Theme with ‘Fashion is Art’ Dress Code

The 2026 Met Gala will celebrate the intersection of fashion and fine art, with organizers announcing a theme of “Costume Art” and a corresponding dress code of “Fashion is Art.” The annual fundraising gala for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute invites celebrities and designers to interpret the theme through avant-garde ensembles. Traditionally, the event sets the tone for the year’s fashion trends and exhibitions. The 2026 edition promises to blur the lines between wearable design and museum-worthy artistry, encouraging attendees to treat their outfits as living sculptures. Further details about the accompanying exhibition are expected in the coming months.