A Review of the “Camp: Notes on Fashion” Exhibition at The Met

Heading to the Met at this time of year is always exciting. Following the Met Gala, an extravagant event where celebrities gather in the most extraordinary culture, the outfits of the event are put on display at a temporary exhibition. This year, the theme of the Met Gala was campness.

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For many, campness is a quality which is associated with homosexuality. Although this has been the case since the 19th century, the relationship between the two is a fairly modern idea. The exhibition explores how campness has historically been bound up with a deep love of art and character. It has been a form of profound self-expression and celebration, exploring fashion as something that can be theatrical, as well as personal.

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In their review of the exhibition, The Washington Post said: “The exhibition’s expressions of humor and joy are sure to delight.” There is arguably no better way to sum up the Met’s offering, which is an extravagant rainbow of fashion and history.

The highlight of the exhibit is undoubtedly the final room, where you can view the superb dresses of the Met Gala. It’s like stepping into a surreal and wonderful world of self-expression and life. Even the gift shop was a pleasure to discover.

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