The article analyzes the evolution of Met Gala dresses using a study from Reuters, which traced 310 celebrity outfits from specific years (2004, 2009, 2014, 2019, and 2024). By examining the silhouettes of these outfits, Reuters revealed changes in style and size, suggesting that recent years have seen a shift towards more extravagant designs. The sketch-overlay method employed demonstrates how these patterns have varied over time. Speculations are made about the 2024 Gala being the height of puffed designs, contrasting with 2025 attendees returning to simpler forms.
Using the Reuters photo archive, the Reuters Graphics desk traced 310 celebrity outfits on the red carpet for years 2004, 2009, 2014, 2019 and 2024.
The traced silhouettes were then laid on top of one another by aligning the shoulder, bust and waist of each garment.
In any case, I like the sketch-overlay method to show the variation in patterns. It's like a combination of this dress size classic and jean pocket comparison.
Maybe 2024 was the peak for puffing silhouettes.
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