Iconic Looks From Met Gala 2025- ‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style’

The 2025 Met Gala captivated audiences with a theme that was as stylish as it was significant: ‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.’ While the Costume Institute’s official exhibition was titled Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion, and the dress code for the night was The Art of Style, it was Superfine—a powerful tribute to the art of Black tailoring and self-styling—that shaped the evening’s visual and cultural narrative.

‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style’ explored the legacy of Black dandyism and the deep cultural significance of tailored fashion within the Black diaspora. Drawing from historical traditions and modern interpretations, the theme honoured how Black individuals have used style as a form of resistance, self-expression, and elegance—often in the face of exclusion and erasure. It marked a rare spotlight on menswear, with the Costume Institute’s first male-focused exhibition since 2003.

The red carpet was a stunning display of storytelling through fashion. Co-chairs Pharrell Williams, Colman Domingo, Lewis Hamilton, and A$AP Rocky set the tone with bold, tailored looks that celebrated both heritage and innovation. From sharply cut suits and intricate embroidery to dramatic capes and references to iconic Black style figures, attendees redefined red carpet tradition with grace and purpose.

Highlights included Colman Domingo’s gilded Valentino ensemble, Zendaya’s nod to Bianca Jagger, and Diana Ross’s sweeping feathered gown—each look a testament to the elegance, defiance, and precision that Superfine stands for.

Far beyond a celebration of fashion, the 2025 Met Gala served as a cultural landmark. With ‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style’, the night honoured the power of style not just to turn heads, but to tell stories, reclaim narratives, and amplify the beauty of Black identity in its most finely tailored form.

Take a closer look at the standout ensembles that embodied Superfine—tailored elegance, bold statements, and Black style at its finest.

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—Silviya.Y