Overview

• The 2025 Met Gala, themed 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,' will take place on May 5, with an accompanying exhibition opening May 10 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
• The exhibition, curated by Monica L. Miller and inspired by her book 'Slaves to Fashion,' explores Black dandyism as a cultural and political movement spanning over 300 years.
• Co-chairs for the gala include Colman Domingo, A$AP Rocky, Lewis Hamilton, Pharrell Williams, with LeBron James serving as honorary chair.
• Black dandyism, characterized by bespoke tailoring, bold patterns, and cultural fusion, is highlighted as a form of resistance, self-expression, and empowerment throughout history.
• Modern designers and brands, including Balmain, Thom Browne, and Dior Men, have incorporated Black dandy elements into contemporary high fashion, underscoring its global influence.