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2025 Met Gala Prepares to Spotlight Black Dandyism and Menswear

The May 5 event will launch the Costume Institute's 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style' exhibition, celebrating Black fashion history and creative expression.

The influence of André Leon Talley (pictured in 1986), the former longtime creative director for Vogue and a fashion icon in his own right, has continued after his passing.
Boys in zoot suits in 1943.
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Janelle Monáe’s distinct style and flourishes, which include whimsically tailored suits (such as the one pictured by Ralph Lauren) personify the dandy style.

Overview

  • The 2025 Met Gala theme, 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,' focuses on Black dandyism and its influence on fashion, as inspired by Monica L. Miller's book 'Slaves to Fashion.'
  • This year's gala marks the opening of the Costume Institute's first menswear-focused exhibition in two decades, examining Black fashion culture from the 18th century to today.
  • Co-chairs include Colman Domingo, Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky, and Pharrell Williams, with LeBron James serving as honorary chair, amplifying the gala's cultural significance.
  • The dress code, 'Tailored For You,' invites attendees to interpret the theme through personalized, bespoke outfits celebrating individuality and Black style.
  • The event highlights the ongoing importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in fashion, especially as DEI initiatives face challenges in broader cultural and political contexts.