Long before becoming a high-fashion staple, polka dots were actually associated with uncleanliness and the plague. These immortal circles survived eras of chaos to transform from a misunderstood pattern into an everlasting icon of pure main character energy.
The Met Gala is breaking tradition by honoring a living designer for its 2027 theme, celebrating the wild and theatrical world of John Galliano. This rare exhibition will explore his career evolution while directly confronting the controversies that shaped his complex legacy.
The Met is finally staging a major retrospective for John Galliano, but it refuses to ignore the explosive controversies that derailed his career. This exhibition will confront his history of antisemitic outbursts while showcasing the legendary couture that defined an era.