The highly anticipated 2025 Met Gala took place on Monday, drawing a crowd of stars and fashion enthusiasts to the iconic steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art until 8 p.m. This year’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” celebrates Black creativity in fashion, echoing the exhibit from the Costume Institute that will open to the public on May 10 and run through October 26. The inspiration comes from Monica L. Miller’s book, “Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity.”
Co-chairs and hosts for this year included actor Colman Domingo, race car driver Lewis Hamilton, rapper A$AP Rocky, singer Pharrell Williams, and Vogue editor Anna Wintour. Although NBA star LeBron James was named an honorary chair, he was unable to attend due to an injury. Fashion enthusiasts eagerly anticipated the exclusive guest list and the surprise performer scheduled to perform inside the event, both of which were closely guarded secrets.
As always, the Met Gala served as a crucial fundraiser for The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute, reinforcing its significance in the fashion world. NBC New York provided comprehensive coverage from The Mark Hotel, capturing the glamour as celebrities prepared for their grand entrances along Fifth Avenue. This year’s event continued to affirm the Met Gala’s status as one of the most coveted invitations in the fashion calendar.
With such a meaningful theme and the star-studded lineup, the gala showcased the power of Black style and cultural expression, further enriching the narrative of diversity in the fashion industry.