The Most Remarkable Ensembles at the 2025 Met Gala

The 2025 Met Gala, themed “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” paid homage to Black dandyism—a cultural movement where fashion becomes a form of resistance, expression, and artistry. Inspired by Monica L. Miller’s seminal work, Slaves to Fashion, the evening spotlighted the elegance and defiance embedded in Black sartorial history, from the Harlem Renaissance to contemporary street style.

15. Anna Wintour

14. Miley Cyrus

13. Joey King

12. Janelle Monáe

11. Jodie Turner

10. Rihanna

9. Kim Kardashian

8. Lana Del Rey

7. Nicki Minaj

6. Doechii

5. Doja Cat

4. Cardi B

3. Sabrina Carpenter

2. Zendaya

1. Teyana Taylor

As dazzling as these looks were, some stars didn’t just dress to impress—they turned the theme into true art. Get ready, because our next roundup dives into 15 ensembles that redefined what it means to dress with meaning.