Chanel’s Met Gala Choice Sparks Global Debate Over Luxury Fashion Norms
Indian model and Chanel brand ambassador Bhavitha Mandava sparked a firestorm of international criticism this week after appearing at the 2026 Met Gala wearing a casual jeans-and-top ensemble. The choice, which defied the event’s traditional commitment to high-fashion opulence, has prompted a fierce debate among industry critics, social media users, and luxury observers regarding the…