Antisemitic designer rehabilitated: Met’s next fashion exhibit spotlights John Galliano
He was dropped by Dior after a series of viral antisemitic and racist comments more than a decade ago; the museum emphasizes that the exhibit will not shy away from the problematic aspects of Galliano’s history even as it celebrates him in a high-profile solo show
The Metropolitan Museum of Art's upcoming fashion exhibit will showcase John Galliano, a designer known for his distinctive style and a notorious antisemitism scandal. Galliano served as the Creative Director for Christian Dior for nearly 15 years before making antisemitic and racist comments in 2010 and 2011, leading to his conviction for public insults based on race, religion, ethnicity, or origin.
He faced significant backlash and lost his position, but later made efforts to rehabilitate his image. After a period of struggles, Galliano was hired by Maison Margiela in 2014, where he remained for ten years. Now, Galliano will become the third living designer to have a solo show at the Costume Institute of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
The exhibit, titled "John Galliano: Horizons," will run from May 9, 2027, to January 9, 2028. The Metropolitan Museum of Art will highlight both Galliano's remarkable creative achievements and the detrimental impact of his antisemitic conduct on his career and public reception.
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