Ensconced within the historic confines of Kensington Palace, Blake Lively defied convention to cross the barrier safeguarding her illustrious 2022 Met Gala gown. The aim? To ensure the dress was exhibited in the most flattering light. The seasoned actress, reminiscent of her famed "Gossip Girl" character, captured this spontaneous exhibition reordering on social media.
Juxtaposing her act with a cheery jest, Lively identified herself as the 'clown' daring to rearrange the display. She fondly referenced the inescapable onset of Virgo season. The gown, a chic strapless design by Versace Atelier, resonated with the glitz and sheen of the theme - "gilded glamour, white tie."
Lively lit up the Met Gala, adorning this magnificent piece, themed "In America: An Anthology of Fashion" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The event, a yearly phenomenon, unfolded on May 02, 2022, amid the swinging tempo of New York City.
Lively, showcased a captivating glimpse, posing alongside two companions, including luminary jewelry designer Lorraine Schwartz. The joy of the moment, enhanced by the crafted crown, left Lively bewitched, which she likened to a child's playtime reverie, awed at the eternalization of her gown.
The "Crown to Couture" display encapsulates over 200 distinguished items. It starkly mirrors the interplay between current celebrity fashion and the sartorial legacy of the 18th century Georgian Royal Court. The exhibit features defining styles of cultural icons like Beyoncé and Katy Perry.
The Met Gala, a celebrated fashion gala, graces the first Monday of May every year and unfolds within the venerable walls of Manhattan's Metropolitan Museum of Art. Post a two-year lull due to COVID-19, it made an assured comeback last year.
The current year saw Lively's absence, however, the four-time mother emphasized her unwavering interest in the event, awaiting spring from a distance.
