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.