Met Gala 2025 to Showcase 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style' Exhibition

The 2025 Met Gala and its accompanying Costume Institute exhibition, 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,' mark the first time the event has centered entirely on Black culture and the significance of fashion in shaping Black identities across the Atlantic diaspora. Drawing inspiration from Monica L. Miller’s book 'Slaves to Fashion,' the exhibition explores the evolution of Black dandyism over 300 years, showcasing how Black individuals have transformed clothing from a symbol of imposed status into a tool for self-expression, social mobility, and resistance. The show features over 200 garments and artifacts, highlighting both historical and contemporary Black designers and creatives. The exhibition and the Gala's 'Tailored for You' theme prompt the fashion industry to elevate and recognize Black design talent while examining how style has served as both a shield and a statement in the face of systemic oppression. The narrative is further enriched by the personal stories of Black individuals for whom clothing has been a means of navigating societal perceptions and securing dignity. The event aims to provoke dialogue about fashion’s role in both reflecting and challenging cultural norms.