The Met Gala theme and dress code are inspired by the 2009 book "Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity."

This year's theme is inspired by Monica Miller's 2009 book "Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity."

With the Met Gala this evening, anticipation has been building around this year’s theme and dress code. The dress code, “Tailored for You,” ties into the themes of the Costume Institute’s new exhibition, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.”