
Andrew Bolton
Awards & Honours
2
Awards Won
2
Honours
1
Rankings
3
Covers
2
Records
Andrew Bolton stands as the most influential fashion curator of his generation, transforming the Costume Institute into a global cultural powerhouse. His ability to bridge high art and popular culture has redefined how museums present fashion, making it accessible to millions. The unprecedented success of his exhibitions, particularly Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty, broke attendance records and sparked a global conversation about fashion as art. His leadership has elevated the Met Gala to the most prestigious night in fashion, securing his legacy as a visionary in the field.

Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Officer of the Order of the British Empire
Awarded for services to fashion and culture
Medal of Honor in Fashion
Recognized for contributions to the fashion industry
Rankings & Lists
Greatest Fashion Curators
Magazine Covers
Vogue
2015-05
Met Gala Preview
W Magazine
2011-05
Savage Beauty Feature
The New Yorker
2019-05
Camp: Notes on Fashion
Records & Feats
Most Visited Exhibition in Met History
Curated Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty, drawing over 660,000 visitors
First Solo Exhibition for Living Female Designer
Curated Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garçons: Art of the In-Between