Lauren Sanchez might debut at the Met Gala with Anna Wintour's guiding hand© Getty Images

Lauren Sánchez might debut at the Met Gala with Anna Wintour’s guiding hand

Reports suggest that Wintour is meticulously curating Sánchez’s ensemble, lending her expertise to ensure a show-stopping appearance


Senior Writer
APRIL 29, 2024 10:25 AM EDT

As May 6 approaches, anticipation mounts for the Met Gala, where Lauren Sánchez will grace the red carpet for the first time. With whispers of Anna Wintour’s guiding hand in her fashion choices, the renowned journalist and philanthropist is poised to captivate the world’s attention.

News broke on Page Six, igniting excitement among fashion enthusiasts and admirers of Sánchez. The Met Gala, an annual extravaganza renowned for celebrating fashion and art, provides a platform for Sánchez to shine in other aspects of her already successful career.

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Anna Wintour’s influence is unparalleled

As the editor-in-chief of Vogue and a fashion industry titan, Anna Wintour’s involvement in Lauren Sánchez’s wardrobe selection is another proof of her influence. Reports suggest that Wintour herself is meticulously curating Sánchez’s ensemble, lending her expertise and discerning eye to ensure a show-stopping appearance.

Insiders reveal that Sánchez deliberated between custom creations by top-notch designers such as Oscar de la Renta. Such meticulous attention to detail underscores the significance of this moment for Sánchez as she prepares to ascend the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art alongside her fiancé, Jeff Bezos.

Amy O’Dell, a respected fashion journalist and authority on all things Wintour, offers a compelling perspective on the potential impact of Lauren Sánchez’s Met Gala debut. In her Substack, Back Row, O’Dell suggests that this high-profile appearance could catapult Sánchez into the forefront of public consciousness, cementing her status as a cultural icon.

2024 Met Gala

Set to take place on Monday, May 6, 2024, at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, this year’s gala will serve as the grand unveiling of the Costume Institute’s latest exhibition, “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.”

What’s the 2024 Met Gala Theme?

Under the thematic umbrella of “The Garden of Time,” guests are invited to explore the depths of creativity inspired by J.G. Ballard’s evocative short story. This enigmatic theme offers a canvas for attendees to interpret and embody the essence of time, nature, and rejuvenation through their sartorial choices. According to Vogue, viewers can anticipate a tapestry of floral motifs, botanical elements, and avant-garde designs adorning the iconic Met Gala red carpet.

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Editor in Chief of Vogue Anna Wintour attends The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s announcement of the Costume Institute’s spring 2024 exhibition, “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” in New York on November 8, 2023.

Who are the 2024 Met Gala Hosts and Co-Hosts?

An eclectic mix of hosts and co-hosts will lead the festivities this year. The star-studded lineup includes luminaries such as Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny, and Chris Hemsworth, each bringing their unique flair to the gala’s proceedings. Accompanying them on the red carpet will be co-hosts Gwendoline Christie, La La Anthony, Ashley Graham, and special correspondent Emma Chamberlain, ensuring that every moment of the gala is captured and celebrated.