![]() ![]() She also said that her Lorraine Schwartz crown was another accessory meant to mimic the Statue of Liberty.Į!'s Zanna Roberts Rassi said that the green side of the train was embroidered with a celestial map inspired by the same 12 zodiac constellations that are painted on the ceiling of Grand Central Station in New York City. Lively told E! on the red carpet that the front of the dress was designed to emulate the architecture of the Empire State Building. The bow unraveled as she walked along the red carpet to reveal the green color. When Lively first arrived, the dress had an oversized copper bow at the hip that led into a long, dramatic train. An iconic red hue, when reimagined by the masterly John Galliano, lends itself to dramatic skirts-out-to-there silhouettes, cinched waists, and crucifix-draped necks. The tulle dress was embroidered with crystal and metallic leather and tri-tone copper foil. “Heavenly Bodies” strikes the perfect balance between fashion and religion.The actress, who was a co-chair for the 2022 event alongside husband Ryan Reynolds, arrived at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in a custom Versace look that changed from bronze to green to mirror the oxidation of the famous New York City landmark. See all of Blake Livelys Met Gala looks over the years Including one that took over 600 hours to put together, which Lively called her 'favorite dress ever.' Blake Lively attends the. Galliano’s figure is jaw dropping, captivating everyone’s attention.Ĭurators of the exhibit teach visitors the beliefs of the church - how ancient Catholics thought beauty and opulence was “divine transcendence.” There was an emphasis on religion throughout the exhibit, but it is never too much. The awe-inspiring angel had massive wings, a swirling dress and a golden, shooting stars-endorned crown. Designer John Galliano for House of Dior conceived a gown called the “Madonna Ensemble,” mirroring a white angel. ![]() The dresses displayed in the Met’s Medieval Sculpture Hall are larger than life. Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination The Met Fifth Avenue & The Met Cloisters May 10th October 8th, 2018. The exhibit effortlessly connects these pieces to the papal accessories on display, decorated in diamonds and precious gems. High profile designers, such as Versace, Saint Laurent and Dolce & Gabbana, went above and beyond to adorn celebrities’ outfits. Immediately after entering the Medieval Sculpture Hall, visitors are struck with awe as grandiose classical music plays on speakers and tall displays of costume are brightly lit.ĭresses from the Gala show the opulence of the historical Catholic Church. The Met did more than just display Catholic garb - the exhibit transports onlookers to an unearthly place. “Heavenly Bodies” tells a story that weaves together the ancient and the modern perfectly. “What struck me is how religion - Catholicism in particular - has really shaped the mind of these designers with a richness of imagery, a storytelling tradition, and seeing the world through metaphor,” the Met’s head curator, Andrew Bolton, said in a Vogue article.īolton could not be more right. Papal dalmatics, mitres and robes were sent on loan to the Met from the Vatican. More than 40 genuine Catholic vestments ranging from the 18th to early 21st century are displayed as well. ![]() “Heavenly Bodies” shares its theme with this year’s Met Gala, where celebrities wore outfits resembling the Pope, priests and other religious icons. The exhibition gives visitors a peek into the opulent history of the Catholic Church and the incredible amount of fashion inspired from it. “Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination” hit its millionth visitor since opening in May, making it the most attended exhibition of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute to date. ![]()
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