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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Amber Raiken

The strict Met Gala protocol that Nicole Kidman and Beyoncé both defied

  • Nicole Kidman and Beyoncé, both co-chairs of this year's Met Gala, appeared to defy a longstanding event protocol by bringing their teenage daughters to the red carpet.
  • The Met Gala has previously confirmed that individuals under 18 years old are not permitted to attend, with organisers stating it is “not an appropriate event” for minors.
  • Kidman attended with her 17-year-old daughter, Sunday Rose, who wore a Dior baby-pink set, while Beyoncé made her return to the event after a decade, accompanied by her 14-year-old daughter, Blue Ivy, dressed in a white Balenciaga gown.
  • Both mothers expressed joy and the unique experience of sharing the high-profile event with their children, with Beyoncé describing it as 'surreal' and 'incredible' to share with Blue Ivy.
  • The annual fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute followed a 'Fashion is Art' dress code, inspired by the 'Costume Art' exhibition exploring depictions of the dressed body.

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