2023's Met Gala celebrated the legacy of renowned German photographer and designer Karl Lagerfeld, best known for the creative force behind the modern revival of the fashion house Chanel. The dress code for the night was "in honor of Karl," and the event coincided with the opening of the exhibition "Karl Lagerfeld: Line of Beauty," which was on display from offered a comprehensive look at Lagerfeld's 65-year career, focusing on his stylistic vocabulary and the recurring aesthetic themes in his fashion designs, starting from the 1950s through to his final collection in 2019. This retrospective showcased around 150 pieces, highlighting Lagerfeld's diverse and prolific contributions to iconic houses such as Balmain,…