Zendaya Recalls Her Intimidating Debut at the Met Gala
Zendaya recently shared her apprehensive feelings about her inaugural Met Gala appearance back in 2015, describing it as a nerve-wracking experience during an interview on 'Live with Kelly and Mark' in April.
Feature Zendaya Says Her First Experience at the Met Gala Was Terrifying and Daunting
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Zendaya opened up about her first Met Gala experience in 2015 on Live with Kelly and Mark. Despite all the glamour, the 27-year-old actress admitted that she was actually quite nervous.
She shared with hosts Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos that her first time attending the event was when she was 18 years old. It was a mix of excitement and fear, especially climbing the steps which felt overwhelming.
Zendaya mentioned that she is excited to return to the Met Gala this year after a break of five years. In 2019, her Cinderella dress, adorned with lights and a magic wand, stole the spotlight on the red carpet.
The Challengers star thanked her stylist, Law Roach, for creating all five of her Met Gala looks over the span of 13 years (from 2015 to 2019).
Zendaya Says Her First Experience at the Met Gala Was Terrifying and Daunting
Zendaya made her debut at the Met Gala in 2015, attending the “China: Through The Looking Glass” Costume Institute Benefit Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Despite feeling nervous, she stunned in a black and red gown designed by Fausto Puglisi. The outfit included a plunging neckline, an ultra-flared skirt, and a matching long train decorated with sun motifs. To complement her look, she wore spiky gold jewelry and a stylish headband.
The Met Gala's date on May 6 is approaching, but as of April 9, Zendaya's stylist, Roach, mentioned to Vogue that they haven't chosen a designer or a sketch for her outfit yet.
The theme for this year's Met Gala is "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion," and the dress code is "The Garden of Time."
The exhibit will showcase around 250 pieces dating back over 400 years. The head curator of the Costume Institute, Andrew Bolton, explained that the clothing will be organized into three sections — Land, Sea, and Sky. In a November 2023 interview with Vogue, he described the exhibit as a tribute to nature and the emotional impact of fashion.
Editor's P/S:
Zendaya's honesty about her initial Met Gala experience is refreshing and relatable. The event's grandeur can be intimidating, and her admission of nervousness humanizes her and makes her more approachable. Despite her apprehension, she embraced the opportunity and made a memorable appearance in a stunning gown, showcasing her confidence and style.
The upcoming Met Gala promises to be another captivating fashion extravaganza, with the theme of "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion" and the dress code of "The Garden of Time." Zendaya's collaboration with her stylist, Law Roach, has consistently resulted in striking Met Gala looks, and their yet-to-be-revealed creation for this year's event is highly anticipated. Roach's mention of the ongoing design process adds an element of suspense and excitement, leaving fashion enthusiasts eagerly awaiting Zendaya's red carpet moment. The Met Gala continues to be a platform for showcasing innovation and creativity in the fashion world, and Zendaya's participation is sure to captivate and inspire.
