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2025 Met Gala to Celebrate Black Dandyism and Tailored Menswear

The theme, 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,' highlights 300 years of Black sartorial history, resistance, and influence, with co-chairs including Colman Domingo and A$AP Rocky.

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This combination of photos show various fashion work by actor-performer Janelle Monae. (AP Photo)

Overview

  • The 2025 Met Gala, set for May 5, will honor Black dandyism with the theme 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style' and a dress code of 'Tailored for You.'
  • The exhibition, curated by Monica L. Miller, is based on her book 'Slaves to Fashion' and explores Black dandyism from its 18th-century roots to modern high fashion.
  • Co-chairs include Colman Domingo, A$AP Rocky, Lewis Hamilton, and Pharrell Williams, with LeBron James serving as honorary chair.
  • The showcase features 12 thematic sections, highlighting concepts like ownership, freedom, and cultural heritage through garments, art, and photography.
  • Leading fashion houses such as Balmain, Thom Browne, and Dior Men are incorporating elements of Black dandyism into their latest collections.