By Reasla Teague
Darlings, the 2025 Met Gala was a sartorial symphony that transformed the Metropolitan Museum of Art into a dazzling runway of cultural homage and high fashion. This year’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” celebrated the rich tapestry of Black dandyism and its indelible impact on fashion history. The gala was co-chaired by luminaries such as Lewis Hamilton, Colman Domingo, Pharrell Williams, and A$AP Rocky, each bringing their unique flair to the evening.
Rihanna, the queen of reinvention, graced the red carpet with a stunning pregnancy reveal. She donned a Marc Jacobs ensemble featuring a cropped suit jacket, wool bustier, and pinstripe skirt with a sculptural bustle, accessorized with a dramatic hat and polka-dot cravat.
Zendaya, ever the fashion chameleon, captivated in a Louis Vuitton zoot suit designed by Pharrell Williams, embodying the evening’s theme with elegance and edge.
Diana Ross made a triumphant return after two decades, mesmerizing attendees in an 18-foot train Ugo Mozie gown, a true testament to timeless glamour.
Colman Domingo paid tribute to André Leon Talley with a dual Valentino ensemble, while Lewis Hamilton showcased African heritage through cowrie shell details in his attire.
The gala also featured standout moments from Doja Cat in a Marc Jacobs ocelot-print bodysuit, and Teyana Taylor’s ensemble honoring costume designer Ruth E. Carter.
In a night where fashion met cultural storytelling, the 2025 Met Gala reaffirmed its status as the pinnacle of style and artistic expression.