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Tailored to Wow: 2025 Met Gala in Review
FASHION / 2025-05-12
The Oscars of fashion. The most exclusive night in New York. The Met Gala is more than a red carpet — it’s a statement, a spectacle, and yes, Anna Wintour’s party.
Every first Monday of May, the Metropolitan Museum of Art transforms into the most glamorous runway on Earth. And thanks to Vogue’s legendary editor-in-chief Anna Wintour, this charity gala has become the ultimate showdown of style, culture, and creative identity.
This Year’s Theme: “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style”
Inspired by Black Dandyism, this year’s exhibit explores how the African diaspora has used tailoring as a tool for self-expression, identity, and resistance. The red carpet? Think sharp silhouettes, dramatic construction, vintage flair, and personal stories stitched into every seam. It wasn’t just about looking good — it was about making a point.
How Do You Even Get Into the Met Gala?
Let’s be real: getting invited to the Met isn’t just about having money — it’s about having Anna’s blessing.
A single ticket goes for a jaw-dropping $30,000 (yep, around 90K NTD), and buying a table? Try $275,000 (that’s nearly 850K NTD). But even if you can afford it, you're not guaranteed a spot — every guest must be personally approved by Anna. And when we say she runs the show, we mean everything — the guest list, the seating chart, the spacing between chairs, and even the dessert menu.
Brands usually sponsor entire tables and dress celebrity friends in couture to strut the red carpet. Fun fact? Sponsors don’t have to be fashion labels — Apple’s done it more than once. Behind the glam is a sophisticated PR power play about cultural clout and influence.
Is It Really a Charity Event Though?
Yes, absolutely. All this fabulousness funds the Met’s Costume Institute, supporting exhibition curation, preservation, and educational programs. Since Anna took over, the Gala has raised tens of millions annually. It’s more than a fashion celebration — it’s a way to preserve art, culture, and the legacy of design.
BLACKPINK Took Over, Rihanna Dropped Baby News — Who Was Tailored for You?
This year’s Met was a BLACKPINK fan’s dream. From Chanel muses to boss-lady vibes, the girls gave us three completely different yet perfectly executed takes on tailored glam. And of course, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky brought the ultimate couple energy with iconic looks and a baby bombshell.
Last year’s ethereal Alaïa moment was hard to top, but Jennie nailed it with a black-and-white Chanel pantsuit gown — complete with pearls, a strapless bodice, and a vintage gentleman’s hat. It was the perfect blend of Dandy charm and old-school goddess.
After turning heads at the Miami Grand Prix, Lisa hit the Met carpet like a fashion missile. Her Louis Vuitton look? A black cutout jacket, sheer monogram tights, and embroidered shorts with a face on them (yes, really). Paired with a sleek updo and a graphic Speedy bag, she was sexy, edgy, and totally unforgettable.
Rosé went full fashion CEO with a custom Saint Laurent tailored suit and cape-skirt combo. Add a sapphire Tiffany & Co. necklace and wet-look hair, and the vibe was: clean, calm, and commanding. A perfect reminder that tailoring isn’t just for the boys.
No one wears pregnancy like Rihanna. She showed up in a Marc Jacobs suit, radiant and unapologetically stylish, confirming she’s expecting baby #3. Whether she’s pregnant or not, Riri proves that real fashion is about owning your story — and looking incredible while doing it.
As co-chair, A$AP had to bring it — and he did. In a custom AWGE suit layered with a parka, Ray-Bans, a bejeweled umbrella (yes, really), and Bulgari accessories, he nailed that perfect blend of streetwear and classic tailoring. Stylish, smart, and totally on theme.
When it comes to the Met Gala, there’s never a shortage of jaw-dropping looks — but if we’re talking about stars who truly understand the assignment, Zendaya is always at the top of the list.
From her past turns as a Disney princess and a garden fairy to this year’s transformation into a sophisticated Black Dandy, Zendaya continues to prove that the red carpet is, in fact, her runway.
This year, she showed up in a custom Louis Vuitton suit designed by Pharrell Williams and styled by her longtime collaborator Law Roach. With a sharp, cinched-waist tailcoat and high-waisted white flared trousers, she served us a flawless homage to ‘70s power dressing — equal parts elegance, confidence, and cultural commentary.
For fashion lovers and culture buffs alike, this wasn’t just a red carpet moment. It was a masterclass.
At the End of the Day…
The Met Gala isn’t about who wore the biggest dress or the most diamonds. It’s about who told a story through fashion. “Tailored for You” isn’t just a theme — it’s a declaration of self. As we like to say at IFCHIC:
Style is personal.
It’s not about dressing like someone else. It’s about dressing like you.