Inside the Glamorous Pre-Met Gala Soiree: A Night of Fashion, Celebrities, and Excitement

The Met Gala buzz was in full swing as celebrities and fashion insiders gathered at an upscale French restaurant in SoHo for a pre-gala party hosted by actress Pamela Anderson and the label Monse. The star-studded event saw the likes of rapper Doja Cat, billionaire Jeff Bezos, and designer Christopher John Rogers mingling and discussing their elaborate gala prep routines.

Ms. Anderson, who planned to start her day at 5 a.m. with a peaceful moment in the park before the Met Gala, greeted guests with a makeup-free face while Doja Cat opted for “regular old beauty prep” with the help of makeup artist Pat McGrath. The dress code for the gala, inspired by a J.G. Ballard short story, had attendees eager to see how it would be interpreted.

As the evening progressed, guests stepped outside into a drizzle and headed uptown to another pre-Met Gala soiree hosted by United Talent Agency at a cocktail bar with stunning views of the Hudson River. The room was filled with over 200 guests, including model Karlie Kloss and actress Cynthia Erivo, discussing the theme of “The Garden of Time” and the beauty of life and decay.

The night was filled with glamour and excitement as celebrities like Lizzo, Awkwafina, and Dwyane Wade mingled and posed for photos on peachy velvet couches. Despite the chaos of the event, guests like Gabrielle Union emphasized the importance of getting over insecurities and embracing the beauty and art of the Met Gala.

Overall, the pre-gala parties set the stage for a night of fashion, glamour, and creativity at the Met Gala, where attendees would have the opportunity to showcase their interpretations of the theme and celebrate the artistry of the event.