“Since the start of the Met Gala that we know today, celebrities from all over the world hope to attend someday. Having the world’s top designers and stylists put them together for an exclusive event that the fashion world looks forward to every year is just another measure of success. The carefully thought-out themes of the Met Gala bring out the creative side of each celebrity’s team as they put their heads together to create an unforgettable look. The 2018 Met Gala “Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination” was no exception. The rich history that inspired the theme for the event led to careful planning and stunning executions, leaving fans to interpret the intention behind each costume. There was more than meets the eye with each stunning outfit and so much to be said. Despite the art created with the “Heavenly Bodies” theme, there was also a decent amount of backlash from the Catholic Church and members of the church for taking something sacred to them and making it “worldly” when the church tries to encourage modesty and humility. Regardless, the grip the Met Gala holds on the fashion world is undeniable as it influences and inspires countless designers and students globally to leave their own legacy, including the students at Kansas State.”

— Sydney Barclay