
Held on May 5 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, the 2025 Met Gala featured the theme “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” highlighting Black dandyism and its significant impact on fashion.
The event, which was co-chaired by Pharrell Williams, Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky, and Colman Domingo, celebrated the heritage of Black designers and cultural icons by using symbolic storytelling and daring fashion statements.
The event had a number of noteworthy highlights.
By revealing her third pregnancy in a stunning Marc Jacobs suit dress, Rihanna enthralled guests and skillfully combined personal news with the evening’s theme.
The legendary Diana Ross also made a victorious comeback. Diana Ross returned to the Met Gala after a two-decade break, looking elegant and proud of her family in a silver robe embroidered with the names of her descendants. She was the center of attention.
Zendaya also embraced the theme by honoring the rich legacy of Black dandyism with a custom Louis Vuitton zoot suit created by Pharrell Williams and accessorized with a dramatic hat.
Colman Domingo, the co-chair, paid tribute to André Leon Talley by dressing in a dual Valentino costume that enthralled spectators with its dramatic cape.
Chappell Roan: Channeling 1970s disco glitz and her trademark “Pink Pony Club” style, Chappell Roan made a striking debut wearing a bright pink patchwork suit with a coat trimmed in feathers and sequins.
In keeping with the evening’s celebration of Black culture, Lewis Hamilton honored his West African ancestry by dressing entirely in white and embellished with cowrie shells.
One of the key highlights was Doja Cat. She defied fashion conventions in keeping with the gala’s theme by turning heads in a Marc Jacobs bodysuit with an almost naked ocelot design.
Jodie Turner-Smith’s Equestrian Elegance: By combining traditional tailoring with modern flair, Jodie Turner-Smith adopted an equestrian-inspired style with a burgundy Burberry riding costume.
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Demi Moore’s Beaded Masterpiece: Demonstrating her skill and commitment to the topic, Demi Moore shone in a Thom Browne gown that was finely embellished with 1.4 million beads.
Madonna’s Tuxedo Twist: In keeping with the evening’s emphasis on tailored elegance, Madonna reinterpreted traditional menswear by donning a Tom Ford tuxedo.
The Chic Statement of Sabrina Carpenter.With her bold no-pants ensemble, Sabrina Carpenter exuded confidence and contemporary style.
Nicki Minaj: The singer brought a bit of drama to the event with her iconic arrival, walking the red carpet in her platform heels.
An important milestone in the inclusivity of the Met Gala was reached when Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan made history by being the first male Bollywood actor to attend.