Quote from Oladosun Joshua Segun on May 6, 2025, 8:06 AM

May 5, 2025, was a big day for The Metropolitan Museum of Art it hosted the Met Gala 2025! This year's theme was "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," celebrating Black fashion and dandyism. The event featured stunning outfits, viral moments, and even a surprise appearance by Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who made his Met Gala debut in a custom Sabyasachi ensemble.

Other highlights included Diana Ross stealing the spotlight with a dazzling entrance, Rihanna revealing her third pregnancy, and a choir of tuxedo-clad men kicking off the arrivals with a performance of "Ain’t No Mountain High Enough".

Andre 3000 definitely took "cool" to a whole new level at the 2025 Met Gala! He arrived with a baby grand piano strapped to his back, making one of the most unforgettable entrances in Met Gala history. His look was a nod to his surprise album drop, "7 Piano Sketches," which he released the same night.

Styled by Law Roach, Andre wore a tailored Burberry jumpsuit and carried a trash bag in one hand, adding to the intrigue of his ensemble. The piano itself was a lightweight replica, designed to mimic the cover art of his new album.

Bad Bunny made a stylish return to the 2025 Met Gala, rocking a custom Prada ensemble that paid tribute to his Puerto Rican heritage. His look featured a chocolate brown suit, bedazzled gloves, white boots, and a woven pava hat, a nod to the traditional headwear worn by Puerto Rican jíbaros.

He also teased his upcoming global stadium tour, promising it would be a "huge party" filled with "mucho sentimiento".

Future definitely turned heads at the 2025 Met Gala with his shocking hair transformation! Known for his signature long, dark dreadlocks, the rapper debuted a short, bleached hairstyle, leaving fans divided. Some loved the bold change, while others compared his new look to Wanda Sykes or even Scottie Pippen’s iconic bushy hairdo.

For the event’s menswear-inspired theme, "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," Future paired his fresh cut with gray knitted pants, a matching coat, a white shirt, black tie, gloves, shoes, and sunglasses.

The 2025 Met Gala was a spectacular night for Nigerian stars, with Ayra Starr, Tems, Burna Boy, and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie making bold fashion statements on the blue carpet.

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie made her Met Gala debut in a stunning Prabal Gurung gown. Her bright red dress featured feathers, a dramatic train, and bow-tie embellishments, paying homage to the menswear-inspired theme.

Burna Boy rocked a scarlet tuxedo with an oxblood eelskin cloak, designed by Ozwald Boateng. He described the look as a tribute to his Niger Delta heritage, symbolizing survival and tradition.

Tems turned heads in a blue and green tailored mermaid vest gown, paired with a pinstriped collared shirt, bow, and umbrella. Her look was also designed by Ozwald Boateng.

Ayra Starr made her Met Gala debut in a sleek black leather dress, accessorized with a walking stick, bringing her signature "sabi girl" energy to the event.

Each of them embodied the "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" theme with elegance and cultural pride. Which look was your favorite?

A$AP Rocky truly embodied the "Fashion Killa" spirit at the 2025 Met Gala! As one of the event’s co-chairs, he arrived in a sleek, all-black suit that he personally designed. His look was a tribute to Harlem style, blending classic tailoring with modern streetwear influences.

Rocky accessorized with multiple diamond pieces, including a brooch, rings, and a Briony Raymond umbrella with a pistol-shaped handle. His entrance was even more special as it came moments after Rihanna revealed her third pregnancy.

Pharrell showcased his double-breasted blazer adorned with 100,000 pearls, a piece that took 980 hours to create. He paired it with black flared trousers, a crisp white shirt, and a black tie, completing the look with black leather loafers and sunglasses.

Helen Lasichanh complemented him in a black leather corset bodysuit, Louis Vuitton logo-printed tights, and an oversized black blazer. She accessorized with a fur Louis Vuitton Speedy bag, adding a touch of elegance to her ensemble.

Pharrell described his look as a tribute to Black dandyism and self-expression, aligning with the gala’s theme, "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style".

You can find updates on the 2025 Met Gala from The Metropolitan Museum of Art on their Instagram page and from Vogue Magazine on their exclusive coverage.

For a deeper dive into the event, including red carpet arrivals, fashion highlights, and behind-the-scenes moments, you can also check out People Magazine’s gallery and more others.

Usher lit up the 2025 Met Gala with an unforgettable performance at the Temple of Dendur inside The Metropolitan Museum of Art. His setlist included "OMG", and fans were absolutely thrilled by the energy he brought to the ancient Egyptian space.

The performance was a highlight of the night, with attendees praising the fusion of history and modern artistry. Some fans even caught pieces of his outfit as souvenirs!

Stevie Wonder’s Met Gala debut also was nothing short of legendary! Performing at the Temple of Dendur, he delivered a breathtaking set that had the audience on their feet. His performance included classics like "Sir Duke," "Black Man," "Higher Ground," and "Isn't She Lovely," before closing with a powerful singalong of "Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)".

Stevie also spoke about the importance of celebrating Black fashion and creativity, aligning with the gala’s theme, "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style".