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J.W.'s avatar

Amy, that last line really sums it up. Am I alone in thinking the Met Gala has become an almost ghoulish freak show? It's so decadent that it gives off a distinct "fall of Rome" vibe.

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Anush M's avatar

Where a cultural institution becomes a capital institution. You nailed it Amy, follow the money. It’s honestly disgraceful, considering the reach of audience these exhibits and events have now, they have the ability to speak to the biggest and most pressing issues of our time through culture. And yet. This falls flat on inspiring, educating, or even moving us...(can’t help but recall how emotive that McQueen show was... and it showed the non fashion world public a creative mind that happened to choose fashion as his medium.)

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