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John Gallowniano Met Gala exhibition

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John ~~Galliano~~ Gallowniano Met Gala exhibition

The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute confirmed that its spring 2027 exhibition will be titled “John Galliano: Horizons,” opening May 9 2027 and running through January 9 2028. Curated by Andrew Bolton, the retrospective will showcase garments, accessories, sketches, toiles, research books and archival material spanning Galliano’s four‑decade career at Givenchy, Dior, Maison Margiela and his own label. Galliano becomes the third living designer to receive a solo Costume Institute show, after Yves Saint‑Laurent and Rei ~~Kawakubo. The museum announced that Galliano~~ Kawakubo, and the exhibition will also headline the Met Gala’s 2027 ~~theme, linking the exhibition directly to the gala scheduled for~~ theme on May 3 2027. The show will explicitly address his 2011 conviction in France for antisemitic and racist ~~remarks that led to~~ remarks, his dismissal from ~~Dior,~~ Dior and the roughly $8,500 fine that followed, using that “dark side” to explore the impact of his conduct, its consequences and evolving cultural values while celebrating his influence. Anna ~~Wintour, Condé Nast’s chief content officer,~~ Wintour defended the decision, noting ~~that~~ Galliano’s work “is not defined by a single moment.” The museum consulted Jewish leaders, including Rabbi Joshua Davidson, who emphasized the need for the exhibition to educate about antisemitism. Critics argue that honoring Galliano sends the wrong message, while supporters view the show as an opportunity to discuss accountability and redemption. The exhibition has sparked debate among fashion insiders, Jewish community leaders and the public.

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