By emma hynes
The Met Gala, formally known as the Costume Institute Benefit, is not just a fundraising event – it’s fashion’s biggest night out. A fusion of art, celebrity and couture, the Gala serves as the opening celebration for the Met’s annual fashion exhibition.
The theme of the Gala reflects the subject of that year’s exhibition, serving as both an artistic focus and a dress code for attendees.
The theme for the 2025 Met Gala is "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style."
This year’s exhibition pays homage to the Black designers, tailors and trendsetters who have redefined the suit as a symbol of power, pride and creative expression.
"Dandyism can seem frivolous, but it often poses a challenge to or a transcendence of social and cultural hierarchies." - Vogue
Black dandyism is celebrated as an art form and cultural statement, blending historical influence with modern innovation.
It showcases how Black individuals have used style to assert presence, dignity and individuality in a world that often tries to erase or constrain it.
We’ll likely see a night full of sharp suiting, luxurious fabrics, bold colors and high-concept takes on classic tailoring.
Think oversized lapels, sculptural shoulders, dramatic silhouettes and unexpected suit structures. Designers may play with proportion, layering or even deconstruct the traditional suit.
Tailoring isn’t just for men, expect women and nonbinary guests to subvert and reinvent suit styles in stunning ways.
Guests might incorporate fashion statements that honor Black identity, history and culture. Expect archival looks or pieces by pioneering Black designers like Dapper Dan, Patrick Kelly, or modern creatives like Telfar.
Find some 2025 fashion trends at the link below.