Well, this is a bust. The moment ARMYs were all waiting for never came to fruition. Fans thought the boys would be at the 2019 Met Gala but they never showed! Of course, now everyone is wondering: Why wasn't BTS at the 2019 Met Gala? Alas, it looks like it could be a simple scheduling conflict. Womp, womp. While it was never officially confirmed that J-Hope, Jimin, Jin, Jungkook, RM, V, and Suga would be in attendance, ARMYs had a strong suspicion this dream was going to come true. There were just too many signs pointing to it. For starters, they just happen to be in the United States with seemingly nothing on their tour calendar the night of May 6th. They also have a standing relationship with Baz Luhrmann, who was the head of performances at the 2018 Met Gala. Plus, Met Gala fashion house sponsor Gucci has dressed the boys before and hosted a recent "persona"-themed fashion show, which also happens to be part of BTS' comeback album title, Map of the Soul: Persona. Frankly, I feel cheated. It seems like their demanding tour schedule just made it impossible for them to make a pit stop in New York on their way to Chicago from Los Angeles. I suppose I thought BTS was actually magical and they were immune to things like jet lag and fatigue, but they are real humans nonetheless. Kevin Winter/Getty Images Entertainment/Getty Images It's a shame for so many reasons. For example, the 2019 Met Gala theme was "camp," which is inspired by a Metropolitan Museum of Art exhibition which features Susan Sontag's essay called Notes On 'Camp.' In the essay, she explains "camp" is the "love of the unnatural: of artifice and exaggeration ... style at the expense of content ... the triumph of the epicene style." In other words, it's extra. Let's be real, there are few people out there as extra as BTS right now. They are taking over the entire world one hit, one album, and one dance move at a time, and it only makes sense that they take over the Met Gala, too. They are fashion chameleons who would have stunned the fashion police. Actually, for a brief moment, fans thought they learned the boys were preparing to walk the red carpet when a fashion-heavy photo appeared on an ARMY twitter account. Why yes, that does link to V in a transparent rubber jacket. Damn right, you're looking at RM in a lace collar. Hell yes, Jimin is rocking a gauzy swaddle of pale blue delight. I don't know what this photo is from, but the way all of the boys' looks ebb and flow together is one of the best examples of their synergy and whole vibe that their ARMYs adore so much. They're special, unique, and somehow stunning and humble at the same time. They would have been amazing on the Met Gala red carpet! I'm not over it! Wherever BTS spent the night of May 6, I hope they were happy and catching up on what I can only assume was some necessary R&R. I'm starting the hashtag #BTSMetGala2020 now.<doc-sep>The video will auto-play soon 8 Cancel Get daily celeb exclusives and behind the scenes house tours direct to your inbox Invalid Email Something went wrong, please try again later. Sign up Thank you for subscribing We have more newsletters Show me See our privacy notice (Image: Getty) Celebrities from around the world flocked to the red carpet at the Met Gala 2019 on Monday evening, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Embracing this year's theme, Camp: Notes on Fashion, A-Listers sported an array of extravagant and eye-catching outfits for the occasion. Pulling out all the stops for the annual event, Kim Kardashian West, Kylie Jenner and Kendall Jenner looked sensational as they attended alongside mum, Kris Jenner, 60. 38 year old Kim highlighted her infamous curves in a Maison Mugler corset which clung to every inch of her lithe physique as she posed for photos with husband Kanye West; who opted for a more demure ensemble. Kendall and Kylie both sported gowns by designer Versace, while Keeping Up With The Kardashians star mum Kris opted for a Tommy Hilfiger suit; complete with a blonde wig, (Image: Getty) (Image: Getty) (Image: Taylor Hill/FilmMagic) Model Gigi Hadid looked almost unrecognisable in a skin-tight Michael Kors jumpsuit that clung to every inch of her body, whilst she wore eccentric makeup for the fashionable occasion. Singer Katy Perry stole the show in a chandelier inspired ensemble that sat around her shimmering Moschino dress by Jeremy Scott. The 38 year old's dress illuminated the red carpet as the light bulbs on the design lit up whilst she posed for photos in the extravagant number. One Direction star Harry Styles – who was part of this year's Met Gala committee – embraced the theme in a bespoke Gucci outfit. (Image: Getty) (Image: Getty) The singer wore a sheer blouse that flashed a hint of his body, complete with black tailored trousers and patent heeled shoes. Piercing his ears specifically for the occasion after playing a major role in the evening, the 25 year old completed his stylish outfit with pearl earrings. Meanwhile, newly married Hailey Bieber looked beautiful in a pink shimmering skin-tight sequin effect Alexander Wang dress. (Image: Getty) (Image: Getty) (Image: Getty) Justin Bieber's wife's dress was completely backless, whilst she wore her blonde hair off her face so as not to distract from the stunning dress. As always, Cara Delevingne looked incredible as she took the theme into account in a colorful ensemble. And Lady Gaga had four outfit changes during the evening, starting the night in a pink cape inspired dress by designer Maxwell. Underneath the dress, the singer sported a black corseted dress, before changing into a slinky fuschia pink number – and then down to her underwear, (Image: Getty) (Image: Getty) (Image: Getty) (Image: Getty) (Image: Getty) (Image: Getty) (Image: Getty) (Image: Getty) (Image: Getty) (Image: Getty) (Image: Getty)<doc-sep>As a result of the coronavirus pandemic, the 2020 Met Gala, scheduled for Monday, May 4, was postponed indefinitely. While this year’s theme, “About Time: Fashion and Duration,” would have certainly been magical, it’s in the best interest of public health and safety that your favorite celebrities stay home. With that, we decided what better way to commemorate the first Monday in May than by reliving all of the best looks from 2019? From Kim Kardashian to Lady Gaga, Hollywood’s elite definitely made a splash in their Camp outfits last year. Scroll through the gallery below to see them all!<doc-sep>
Several international celebrities made heads turn with their extravagant look at Met Gala 2019, held on May 6. This year's theme was Camp: Notes on Fashion. A star-studded night and everything vogue, which is what Met Gala, is all about. However, this year's theme, 'Camp: Notes on Fashion', has arisen a curiosity out of the word 'Camp'. Every year on the first Monday in May, the Metropolitan Museum of Art organises the Costume Institute Gala, more commonly known as the Met Gala, to kick off the beginning of its popular fashion show at The Costume Institute. Stars put on their best to match the theme of the year at the red carpet, and this year would be no different. As reported by People, Met Gala's 2019 theme has no resemblance to the literal meaning of 'Camp' that involves pitching a tent. The theme is rather taken from American writer-filmmaker Susan Sontag's essay 'Notes on Camp' from 1964, which begins by defining the term as "its love of the unnatural, of artifice and exaggeration." Here the term is not in relation to beauty but with the degree of stylization, the degree of artifice. The essay continues in 58 bullet points that just converge to one single term, 'Camp'. Susan explained that not everything can be 'camp' but a lot of things can be 'campy' which may include songs, films, costumes and people, all can be confined to 'Camp'. Susan also threw light upon some of her preferred examples, 'Swan Lake', 'King Kong'. "Whether it's pop camp, queer camp, high camp or political camp -- Trump is a very camp figure -- I think it's very timely. Much of high camp is a reaction to something." the curator of the institute, Andrew Bolton, told the New York Times, as cited by People. It seems like 'Camp' theme has been in trend lately. Alessandro Michele, Gucci's creative director who is co-chairing 2019 Met Gala has a staunch inclination towards 'Camp' theme, which is evident with his gender-bending suits or dramatic theatrics at his shows. When you come across quotation marks in a fashion line, know that you have just witnessed 'Camp', which believes quotation marks to be its significant component. American fashion designer, Virgil Abloh also relied on the use of the marks on pieces throughout his Off-White line in the last few seasons. He quoted terms like "Fine Arts", as he shared his latest designs on Instagram. Susan highlighted in her essay that 'spirit of extravagance' is the hallmark of 'Camp' and so does the brand Viktor & Rolf, which has imbibed the theme in their large tiered gowns with phrases like 'Less is More'. The fashion jamboree will be held inside New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art. The show will include 175 pieces from men's and women's wear.