Met Opera Gala Lab Style
Fall brings a special time of galas. It serves as a special opening before the holiday season whisks us away into back-to-back festivities.
The Met Opera Opening Night Gala 2023 opened with Dead Man Walking. A black tie affair for a staged execution. Not exactly an event to get excited about dressing up for. Add that to the perpetual weather extremes, and Fashionable Science takes center stage.
This is what our Editor-In-Chief wore.
September events are difficult to plan ahead for because the weather can be very hot or perfectly Autumnal. This year’s gala was attended in a linen blend gown paired with a silk blazer and satin heels. Color pops were added with brooches and bracelets.
A red brooch adds a splash of color to a creamy beige look. A blazer tops off a strapless dress to add more structure. (Image: AKJAM Publishing)
Alber Elbaz-era Lanvin satin heels gave enough height for the floor-length gown. (Image: AKJAM Publishing)
Stacked Hermès bracelets balance each other in size and color. (Image: AKJAM Publishing)
Valentino beaded flats for the obligatory late late dinner after the gala. (Image: AKJAM Publishing)
The beginning. (Image: AKJAM Publishing)
The end. (Image: AKJAM Publishing)
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