MET GALA: 10 funny, bizzare & unhinged CONSPIRACY THEORIES that made their way to our feed

As the Met Gala rolls around again, the world holds its breath to see what fashion marvel, or monstrosity will descend those iconic steps. But beneath the sequins, symbolism, and serious side-eye lies something even more intriguing: conspiracy theories. That’s right. For years, keen observers (a.k.a. people with too much time and WiFi) have whispered about what really happens at the most exclusive night in fashion. Here are 10 of the funniest, most bizarre Met Gala conspiracy theories that are just unhinged enough to maybe, just maybe, be true.

Anna Wintour Is a Time Traveler

How else do you explain her consistent clairvoyance about trends, her ageless appearance, and her eternal bob? She’s been ahead of the curve for decades. Maybe she’s not just curating fashion, maybe she’s looping time to perfect it.

The Met Gala Is a Celebrity Loyalty Test

You thought it was just about couture? Wrong. Only those still loyal to the shadowy entertainment elite get to attend. The invite isn’t a golden ticket, it’s a yearly renewal of allegiance. Miss the mark, and you’re never heard from again. (Where is Lea Michele?)

There’s Always One Alien Among the Guests

At least one attendee every year is an extraterrestrial sent to study Earth’s fashion. Remember Doja Cat as a hyper-realistic feline? Or Janelle Monáe's sci-fi gown transformations? Not fashion. Fieldwork.

It’s the Illuminati’s Annual Soft Launch

Some say the Met Gala is just a fancy party. Others know better. Between pyramid motifs, one-eye symbolism, and cryptic themes, it’s giving major secret society energy. Beyoncé in a bejeweled veil. Jay-Z not smiling. Coincidence? Doubtful.

The Theme Is Just a Riddle for Celebs

While the public sees themes like “Heavenly Bodies” or “Camp,” celebs receive a different message, an encrypted fashion riddle meant to test their creativity and cult status. The rest of us are just watching the decoding process play out in velvet and tulle.

The Carpet Is a Power Portal

It’s not just a red (or pink, or beige) carpet. It’s an energy-charged portal that alters the fate of those who walk it. Those who shine ascend. Those who flop fade. Ask anyone who went viral and then vanished. Where is Grimes now? Did the carpet absorb her?

The Attendees Are Actually Fashion Vampires

Let’s be honest: many of these people never age, only appear at night, and drape themselves in cloaks and lace. The lighting is always dim. The energy? Eerily undead-chic. The Met isn’t a Gala. It’s a reunion.

The Afterparties Don’t Exist

Have you ever seen an actual afterparty? No. You’ve seen blurry IG stories, mysterious selfies, and vague captions. The truth: afterparties are a cover story. Once the cameras are off, something much stranger happens. What? We’re not allowed to say.

The Gala Predicts the Year’s Vibes

It’s not just a look, it’s a prophecy. In 2019, "Camp" signaled a year of excess. In 2020, no Gala, cue apocalypse. In 2023, everyone paid tribute to Karl Lagerfeld, a genius often accused of controversy. The year that followed? Chaotic genius meets cancel culture.

The Met Gala Seating Chart Predicts Future Collabs and Breakups

The seating is top-secret for a reason, it’s not just about who vibes with whom, it’s strategy. That table placement? A forecast. Sit two pop stars together? Expect a duet. Place exes across the room? Breakup album incoming. Every A-list couple that sat apart mysteriously “took time off” within the year. Coincidence? Anna Wintour doesn’t do coincidence.

Call them conspiracies or call them couture-coded clues, but one thing’s for sure: the Met Gala is more than a party. It’s a performance, a ritual, a reality-warping runway. And whether you believe any of this or not, you’ll be watching. Just like they want you to.

This year's theme is yet again a unique and bold step focusing on the men, a rare for the MET and it would be interesting to see how things unfold with the co-chairs Colman Domingo, Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky, Pharrell Williams and, of course Anna Wintour. Looks like there's going to be a lot of suits, more of dark and black themed couture and we obviously wait for that out of the box appearance that will fill in your Insta feeds and become the next meme template.