The 2025 Met Gala dazzled with flair, history, and elegance as it honoured the importance of sartorial style in the African-American community from the 18th century to the present day. This year’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” highlighted the legacy of Black dandyism and placed the art of tailoring at the centre of one of fashion’s most anticipated nights.
The dress code encouraged guests to interpret classic tailoring through their cultural perspectives, yielding truly spectacular results. Pin-striped suits, fedoras, trailing capes, and bespoke looks reigned supreme, with bold statements from both first-timers and red-carpet veterans. Co-chaired by Colman Domingo, A$AP Rocky, Lewis Hamilton, and Pharrell, the event showcased a fusion of heritage and haute couture.
Among the most headline-grabbing moments was Rihanna’s pregnancy reveal. The buzz about her Met Gala look began before the event itself when she was spotted outside the Carlyle Hotel cradling her baby bump—her third child with A$AP Rocky. Later, the Diamonds singer arrived fashionably late in a custom Marc Jacobs look: a corseted top that hugged her bump, a cropped jacket, and a pinstriped bustle skirt, giving a nod to the night’s theme while, as usual, making the Met her personal runway.
Keeping it real, Zendaya is probably one of the most anticipated stars at the Met. Her outfits were as sharp and oozing elegance as always; the Challengers actress brought sharp minimalism to the Met steps in an all-white tailored suit paired with wide-leg trousers and an oversized white floppy hat. Her sparkling engagement ring from Tom Holland completed her sleek bun, gold studs, and snake brooch look.
Tyla’s ensemble drew inspiration from the legendary André Leon Talley. Styled by Law Roach, the Water singer wore a dramatic black-and-white striped Jacquemus gown with a coat train that mirrored one of Talley’s iconic looks. As always, her style was impeccable, and the Grammy-winning singer stunned the cameras, proving that tailoring can be both theatrical and reverent.
British talent was well represented, with Lewis Hamilton donning a Wales Bonner-designed white three-piece suit adorned with bouclé detailing and a matching beret. Stormzy complimented Hamilton’s look in a ruffled shirt and black cummerbund. Callum Turner made a significant impact alongside his fiancée Dua Lipa, who dazzled in a black feathered mini-dress by Chanel, showcasing her unique take on tailored femininity.
While the Met Gala 2025 also saw a return from stars like James Corden, several much-anticipated A-listers like Naomi Watts, Chris Hemsworth, and Margot Robbie were noticeably absent. However, Nicole Kidman turned quite a few heads as she posed with a new haircut and a gorgeous strapless custom Balenciaga dress on the steps of the Met.
Sarah Snook, of Succession fame, wore an embellished suit with layers of brooches and a dramatic black-and-red cape. Baz Luhrmann maintained a classic look in white, while his wife, Catherine Martin, made a statement in a Miu Miu gown that redefined tailoring through a glamorous perspective.
Cynthia Erivo continued her streak of Met Gala hits with a Givenchy creation—a beaded bodysuit and an extended black train, accessorized with matching leather boots and her signature long nails. Amid her rapid rise to the top following some excellent performances, the Wicked star’s bold look was definitely among the night’s most talked-about.
Jodie Turner-Smith also turned up and opted for edgy in red crocodile leather by Burberry, including a bold hat and jumpsuit combo. Aimee Lou Wood from The White Lotus dazzled with her Met debut, showcasing a cropped blazer, shirt, tie, and a delightful pair of floral socks, while Suki Waterhouse embodied gorgeous sophistication with a plunging waistcoat and thigh-slit skirt.
Australian billionaire Anthony Pratt stood out with a green suit bearing a “Pratt 100 per cent recycled” message—injecting environmental awareness into fashion’s biggest night.
From political statements to personal tributes, the 2025 Met Gala proved that tailoring is more than a fashion choice—it’s a narrative tool. This year’s theme brought rich storytelling to the forefront, reinforcing the role of style in Black identity, history, and self-expression.
As the night ended, the legacy of Black style—shaped through precision tailoring, cultural pride, and artistic boldness—continues to inspire fashion through generations.
