Who is Mona Patel? Meet Met Gala 2024’s ‘mystery woman’ who wore viral Iris Van Herpen butterfly dress
MONA Patel is having a moment after lighting up the Met Gala.
The so-called “mystery guest” caught the eye in a stunning butterfly dress, outshining big-name celebrities to make a name for herself at New York’s glamorous fundraiser.
Who is Mona Patel?
An Indian-born entrepreneur and philanthropist, Patel, 43, moved to the US from a young age to study at Rutgers University.
She quickly went about building a business empire that now includes Couture for Cause, aiming to “drive positive change through fashion and inspire every woman to achieve her highest self”.
The social enterprise holds fundraisers and runs campaigns, leveraging the influence of the fashion community to inspire young women.
According to the Couture for Cause website, Patel’s entrepreneurial drive is motivated by her upbringing in India, where she experienced “patriarchal pressure”.
Who did Mona Patel attend the Met Gala with?
Patel made a wave at her Met Gala debut alongside an entourage featuring stylists, snappers and producers.
Celebrity hair stylist Chris Martin made the trek across the country to attend with Patel.
The LA-based figure is renowned for styling A-list celebs and it appears Patel’s neatly fashioned bun is sure to prove a career highlight.
Casey Curran, who designed the sleeves, was seen alongside Patel in a group featuring filmmakers Karina Kandel and Ryan McDaniels, who captured the memorable night in a series of snaps and videos all over Instagram.
It was all curated by American fashion stylist Law Roach, whose superstar Zendaya was also in attendance.
Other celebrities to attend included Kim Kardashian, Ariana Grande, Jennifer Lopez and Gigi Hadid.
Patel was also snapped with American television presenter Andy Cohen.
What have Tiktokers said about Mona Patel’s Met Gala appearance?
Tiktoker Lovelle summed up the Patel sentiment.
“I may not of (sic) known who she was but damn I do now,” Lovelle said.
Another said: “Need this in white for my dream wedding dress.”
Revolve commented: “The details are insane.”
“Best dress no competition,” said another.
