The 10 best looks of the Met Gala 2025: Rihanna, Janelle Monáe and more stars that dominated the red carpet
The Met Gala 2025, with the subject “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style”celebrated the elegance and history of black tailoring, inspired by the book Slaves to Fashion of Monica L. Miller. This event highlighted how fashion has been a tool for cultural expression and resistance in the African diaspora.
Janelle Monáe dazzled with a set of Thom Browne which evoked the aesthetics of the 30s. Its look included a coat with trumpe l’Oeil of tie, flap and briefcase, all in Duchess silk and thick ribbons embroidered. Below, looked a skirt suit to the ground with the same linear design, complemented with a Magritte style hat and a clock -shaped monocle, symbolizing the precision and temporality of the black style.
Tessa Thompson He opted for a personalized design that combined classic elements with contemporary details, reflecting the evolution of dandism. His look was widely praised in social networks for his faithfulness to the theme of the event.
Joey King He made his debut in the Met gala with a personalized green set of Miu Miuwhich combined classical tailoring with a modern touch. His outfit was acclaimed for his alignment with the theme of the event and his contemporary interpretation of dandism.
Savannah James He reinterpreted the Harlem Zoot with a Burgundy Hanifa dress, designed by Anifa Mvuemba. The set combined a jacket with exposed corset and a siren style skirt, celebrating African -American inheritance and the history of black tailoring.
Colman DomingoCoanfrerion of the event, paid tribute to André Leon Talley With a real blue layer and a mixed patterns suit of Valentino, evoking the majesty and influence of the legendary fashion editor.
Teyana Taylor collaborated with the designer Ruth E. Carter to create a red set of three pieces with a padded layer that had embroidered “Harlem Rose”symbolizing the resilience and flowering of black culture. The outfit included details such as silver chains, red leather gloves and a hat adorned with feathers, reflecting the history and African -American cultural identity.
Zuri Hall wore a personalized design of Bishme chromartie which stood out for its impeccable tailoring and its perfect adjustment, being acclaimed for its alignment with the theme of the event.
Dynasty and Soull Ogun, Known for their sustainable fashion brand, they presented attire that merged tradition with innovation, highlighting the importance of cultural identity in fashion.
Alton Mason impacted with a personalized set of Gaurav Gupta that combined classic elements with a modern silhouette, representing the evolution of the black male style. The look included matching metal pants and boots, fusing haute couture with an Afro-fouturist touch.
Finally, Rihanna He made a triumphal entry with a wool suit of Marc Jacobs that merged male tailoring with female elegance. The set included a black wool cropped jacket, a bodice and skirt with diplomatic line, complemented with a hat created in collaboration with Stephen Jones. During the event, Rihanna revealed her third pregnancyconsolidating its status as an icon of fashion.
These ten looks not only stood out for their aesthetics, but also narrated identity stories, resistance and cultural pride, encapsulating the essence of the theme of Met Gala 2025 and celebrating the rich heritage of black fashion.
