Rihanna made a fashionably late entrance, revealing her third pregnancy in a pinstriped Marc Jacobs ensemble. The look featured a cropped tuxedo jacket, wool bustier, and a skirt with a unique bustle design, completed with two-tone heels and a polka-dotted cravat.
Co-chair Colman Domingo arrived in a dramatic blue Valentino cape, reminiscent of a church choir robe, adorned with an embellished collar. He later revealed a custom zoot suit-inspired ensemble, edged in pearls, paying tribute to Black dandyism.
Janelle Monáe collaborated with Thom Browne and Oscar-winning costume designer Paul Tazewell on a black, red, and white pin-striped suit. Accented with a black top hat and a gold clock over her left eye, the ensemble honoured her ancestors and celebrated conscious fashion jewellery.
Jodie Turner-Smith donned a custom Burberry look inspired by Black equestrian Selina Lazevski. The ensemble featured intricate detailing, paying homage to historical tailoring and Black dandy aesthetics
As Louis Vuitton’s menswear creative director and Met Gala co-chair, Pharrell Williams set a high bar—and cleared it. His custom double-breasted blazer, adorned with 100,000 hand-sewn pearls, exemplified meticulous craftsmanship. Paired with flared black trousers and Tiffany & Co. jewellery, the ensemble was a masterclass in subtle opulence.
Teyana Taylor arrived in a custom Marc Jacobs grey pinstripe suit, featuring a nearly floor-length coat jacket with defined shoulder pads, draped in a red velvet and silk cloak. The ensemble was co-designed with Oscar-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter, embodying the gala's theme of tailored Black style.
Co-chair Lewis Hamilton paid homage to the Harlem Renaissance in a cream-colored Wales Bonner suit, complete with a matching beret. His look was rich in symbolism, reflecting both historical and personal narratives.
Zendaya captivated attendees in a custom white three-piece Louis Vuitton suit by Pharrell Williams. Inspired by 1970s fashion icon Bianca Jagger, the ensemble featured bell-bottom pants, a tailored blazer with silver snake detailing, and a wide-brimmed hat
Making her Met Gala debut, Coco Jones wore a custom Manish Malhotra white suit with a dramatic cape, featuring ornate embroidery. The ensemble exuded regal energy, aligning with the gala's theme of tailored elegance.
Diana Ross returned to the Met Gala red carpet in a white gown designed by Nigerian designer Ugo Mozie, featuring crystals, beads, and a feather trim. Accompanied by her son Evan Ross, she captivated attendees with an 18-foot train.
Lupita Nyong'o wore a powder blue Chanel suit, redefining "all work, no play." The elegant ensemble showcased her ability to blend classic tailoring with contemporary style.
Rapper Doechii made her Met Gala debut in a custom Louis Vuitton ensemble, featuring an ivory long-tailed blazer and wide shorts adorned with the brand's signature prints. Styled with burgundy T-bar shoes, tube socks, and a pussy bow, her look paid tribute to André Leon Talley and showcased the versatility of shorts in high fashion.
André 3000 made a statement with a custom Burberry x Benjamin Bixby jumpsuit, complemented by a grand piano strapped to his back. The look was both a fashion statement and a promotional nod to his new album, "7 Piano Sketches"
Bad Bunny paid homage to his Puerto Rican roots in a custom Prada ensemble. Replacing the traditional top hat with a pava, he donned a brown mohair suit, tobacco poplin shirt, raffia tie, and natural rope belt. The look seamlessly blended cultural pride with the gala's tailoring theme
