The 2024 Met Gala was filled with pre-party events and preparations for the main event. Rapper Doja Cat attended a party hosted by actress Pamela Anderson and Monse at La Mercerie in SoHo, where guests discussed their busy schedules for the next day. Doja Cat planned to stick to a regular beauty routine, while others mentioned more elaborate preparations including cosmetic fillers and medications like Ozempic. Billionaire Jeff Bezos and his fiancée Lauren Sanchez made an appearance at the party, along with designers Fernando Garcia and Laura Kim. The event had a theme inspired by J.G. Ballard’s short story “The Garden of Time,” focusing on themes of environmental decay and ruined aristocracies.
After the initial party, many guests headed to another pre-Met Gala soiree hosted by United Talent Agency at José Andrés’s cocktail bar, Nubeluz. This event offered luxurious drinks and food, with misty views of the Hudson River from the 50th floor of the Ritz-Carlton. Celebrities like designer Christopher John Rogers and actress Jodie Turner-Smith were in attendance, discussing interpretations of the theme “The Garden of Time.” Actress Cynthia Erivo found the theme to represent life, decay, growth, and birth, describing it as a beautiful idea. Other guests at the party included singer Lizzo, rapper Awkwafina, and former basketball player Dwyane Wade and his wife, actress Gabrielle Union.
The atmosphere at the U.T.A. soiree was bustling with excitement as guests mingled and posed for photos on peachy velvet couches. The event was attended by U.T.A.’s chief executive Jeremy Zimmer, actor Jamie Dornan, and other clients. Agent Dan Constable mentioned getting emotional during fittings with clients like Greta Lee and Taylor Russell. Despite the chaos of the preparations, guests like Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union expressed that the moment on the Met Gala carpet made it all worth it. Union emphasized the importance of overcoming insecurities to fully appreciate the beauty and artistry of the event.
Overall, the pre-Met Gala events were filled with anticipation and excitement as guests prepared for the main event. The gatherings offered a glimpse into the luxurious and glamorous world of high-profile celebrities, designers, and industry insiders. Themes like “The Garden of Time” provided inspiration for creative interpretations in fashion and beauty choices. As guests mingled and enjoyed upscale food and drinks, the energy in the room was one of celebration and camaraderie as everyone looked forward to experiencing the grandeur of the Met Gala. The events served as a prelude to the main event and showcased the dedication and creativity that goes into preparing for one of the most prestigious events in the fashion industry.
