What was the theme of the Met Gala’s 2013 exhibition on punk fashion?

The theme of the Met Gala’s 2013 exhibition on punk fashion was “Punk: Chaos to Couture.”

The exhibition examined how punk began as an oppositional subculture and was later absorbed, adapted, and reinterpreted by high fashion. It connected the raw materials and do-it-yourself techniques of punk with couture construction, showing how designers transformed rebellion into runway presentation.

The Costume Institute used the exhibition to compare original punk garments and ideas with later fashion collections. Themes included customization, hardware, ripped clothing, provocative graphics, and the relationship between street style and luxury design.

“Punk: Chaos to Couture” is both the exhibition title and the concise name commonly used for the 2013 Met Gala theme. It is distinct from later Met themes focused on camp, technology, or American fashion.