Monday night in New York City set the global stage for fashion’s most anticipated event—the 2025 Met Gala—where celebrities embraced this year’s groundbreaking theme: “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.“ It marked a historic return to menswear-focused fashion since 2003, inspired by the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute exhibition on the “black dandy,” exploring how style shapes Black identity across the Atlantic diaspora.
Fashion’s Biggest Night: Met Gala 2025 Celebrates Black Style and Menswear Elegance
From dramatic gowns to reimagined suits, here are 25 standout celebrity moments from the Met’s iconic red carpet:
1. Demi Moore with a literal interpretation
Turned heads with a literal and bold interpretation of the theme, infusing elegance with statement tailoring.
2. Bad Bunny pays homage to Puerto Rico
Collaborated with Prada on a brown suit, topped with accessories nodding to his Puerto Rican heritage, including a brooch and stylized hat.
3. Rihanna shows off her third pregnancy
Made her Met return in a custom Marc Jacobs look, proudly debuting her third pregnancy alongside A$AP Rocky.
4. Diana Ross’ ensemble is all drama
The legend dazzled in a feathered white gown with a long train, embroidered with the names of her children and grandchildren—her first Met Gala appearance since 2003.
5. Sir Lewis Hamilton in a cream suit
Dressed in cream by Grace Wales Bonner, the Formula One star and event co-chair represented British Black excellence with grace and precision.
6. Sydney Sweeney in Miu Miu
In a custom Miu Miu dress featuring fringe and gold accents, she paid tribute to Kim Novak, whom she’s set to portray in an upcoming film.
7. Barry Keoghan in custom Valentino
Chose a floral-embroidered Valentino suit accented with a silk red sash for a romantic touch.
8. Lorde looks sleek in Thom Browne
Returned after a four-year hiatus in a metallic silver ensemble by Thom Browne, showcasing sleek, modern tailoring.
9. Zendaya makes a statement in all-white suit
Known for her style, she opted for a minimalist Louis Vuitton cream suit, with only red nails adding a splash of color.
10. Simone Biles stuns in electric blue
The Olympic champion stood out in an electric blue Harbison Studio minidress featuring jeweled details and a grand train.
11. Coco Jones dazzles from head to toe
Wowed in an ivory look by Indian designer Manish Malhotra, complete with elaborate embroidery and a statement coat.
12. Colman Domingo with two looks in one
Honored Vogue’s late André Leon Talley in a dual-look Valentino ensemble: a regal blue cape removed to reveal a patterned suit beneath.
13. Teyana Taylor is a rose in Harlem
In a Marc Jacobs burgundy cape reading “Harlem Rose,” Taylor channeled her song and Harlem roots alongside designer Ruth E. Carter.
14. Emma Chamberlain debuts new pixie cut
Debuted a striking pixie cut while donning a backless tailored suit dress by Courrèges, pairing sophistication with edge.
15. Cynthia Erivo smiles wide in Givenchy
Delivered gothic glam in Givenchy, wearing a crystal bodice, extended train, and fierce leather boots.
16. Sabrina Carpenter in Louis Vuitton
Partnered with Pharrell Williams for a Louis Vuitton bodysuit, skipping pants for bold flair and tailored confidence.
17. Doja Cat’s bold and big shoulder pads
Stunned in custom Marc Jacobs with exaggerated shoulder pads and a fierce leopard bustier, radiating strength and individuality.
18. Tracee Ellis Ross in shades of pink
One of the few in pink, Ross wore a Marc Jacobs suit featuring a hot pink bow, top hat, and standout jewelry.
19. Andre 3000 wears a piano
Created one of the night’s most memorable looks: a Burberry design with a piano on his back and a trash bag purse—a fusion of art and absurdist flair.
20. Lupita Nyong’o in powder blue Chanel
Glowed in powder blue Chanel with a transparent cape and sparkling rhinestone eyebrows, offering grace with a twist.
21. Cardi B in ivy green Burberry
Debuted a fresh hairstyle and green Burberry suit, completed with matching makeup and accessories for a cohesive, bold statement.
22. Doechii makes her Met Gala debut in LV
Made her Met debut in Louis Vuitton, boldly branding her face and mixing monogram and checkerboard patterns on her tailored suit.
23. Janelle Monae is on theme (and on time)
Stuck to tradition and self-expression in a Thom Browne suit styled by Paul Tazewell, declaring she felt “free” in her structured look.
24. Madonna references herself
Channeled her iconic androgynous energy in a cream tuxedo, accessorized with a cigar—balancing femininity with masculine power.
25. Kim Kardashian in croc-embossed leather
Kim Kardashian wore an all-black ensemble by LA-based brand Chrome Hearts – a fitted leather top and skirt that she offset with diamond necklaces and two strings of pearls.
She is, of course, no stranger to the Met Gala – having made headlines with a dress worn by Marilyn Monroe in 2022, and a wet-look Thierry Mugler dress in 2019.
