Met Gala through the eyes of a Theme Party Stickler

photo by Melinda Caliendo

I'll start this post with two truths about me:
1. I'm a stickler for theme parties. If you are too cool to participate fully in the theme of the party, be it a costume or a menu item, you're too cool to attend. Period.
2. Despite being best known for the combination of sport sandals and basketball shorts, I am passionate about fashion. Ever since I watched my Grandma sew dress up clothes for me and my playmates I have loved the challenge of not only expressing oneself through clothing, but making that clothing (or jewelry or hair accessory) to my own specifications.

These two truths lead me to my point: If you do not follow the theme of the Met Costume Institute gala, donate the $15,000 it costs to attend and stay home. I would give my left foot for the ability to attend the ball, but apparently some who are lucky enough to go decide that they are above dressing for the occasion.