Costume Designer Criticises Met Gala Guests
Molly Rogers Critiques 2026 Met Gala Attendance
Molly Rogers, a seasoned costume artist behind Sex and the City and both The Devil Wears Prada films, spoke at a Fashionphile event in New York. She voiced her disappointment over the absence of many celebrities who attended the 2026 Met Gala, a fundraiser backed by Jeff Bezos.
- Rogers’ Take
- She would not have attended herself.
She felt let down by those who did, notably Meryl Streep, a key collaborator in her film projects.
- Notable Red‑Carpet Appearances
- Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci were present.
Streep’s daughters, Grace Gummer and Louisa Jacobson, also appeared.
- Dress Code Discussion
- When asked about the “Fashion Is Art” dress code, Rogers praised a protester outside the museum.
- The panel host clarified that she was referring to Chris Smalls, an Amazon union leader arrested during a demonstration.
- Fashion Critique
Rogers mocked the bride’s custom gown, questioning how it made designer Schiaparelli look cheap.
- Missing Celebrities
- Zendaya, Bella Hadid, Sarah Jessica Parker, Lady Gaga, and Emily Ratajkowski were absent.
A source reported that New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani would not attend, citing a conflict with his values.
- Streep’s Met Gala History
Streep has never attended the Met Gala, though she graced a Vogue cover with Anna Wintour before Devil Wears Prada 2.
- Event Sponsorship
- Sponsored by Amazon and Jeff Bezos, who reportedly paid at least $10 million.
- Beyoncé, Venus Williams, and Nicole Kidman co‑hosted the evening with Wintour.
