Overview
- Sydney Sweeney wore a custom black sequined Miu Miu gown inspired by Kim Novak at the 2025 Met Gala in New York City.
- The gown paid homage to Novak's style and previewed Sweeney's role as Novak in the upcoming film 'Scandalous!' directed by Met Gala co-chair Colman Domingo.
- The film will explore the 1957 interracial romance between Kim Novak and Sammy Davis Jr., which faced intense backlash from studio executives at the time.
- Sweeney accessorized her look with De Beers diamonds, including a 7-carat ring she designed and purchased herself, further emphasizing her collaboration with the brand.
- The gala's theme, 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,' celebrated Black dandyism and menswear, with Domingo and other co-chairs spotlighting the cultural significance of Black fashion.