The emblazoned message on the white fabric was bold, blood red and on brand: TAX THE RICH.

Democratic congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez used the Met Gala - the buzziest event in the New York glitterati calendar - to make a statement by wearing a dress with the message splashed across the back...

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