Which 2018 Met Gala exhibition explored fashion's relationship with the Catholic imagination?

The 2018 Met Gala exhibition exploring fashion's relationship with Catholicism was “Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination.”

The exhibition examined how Catholic imagery, ritual, architecture, and symbolism influenced fashion designers. It included contemporary garments alongside ecclesiastical objects and works connected with the Vatican's collection.

The show occupied several Met locations, including the Anna Wintour Costume Center, medieval galleries, and The Met Cloisters. This layout connected modern fashion with the museum's holdings of religious art and historical objects.

The theme was sometimes described simply as “religious fashion,” but the exhibition focused specifically on the Catholic imagination and its visual language. The 2018 gala took place on May 7, with co-chairs including Rihanna, Amal Clooney, Donatella Versace, and George Clooney.