The boldest and most iconic MET Gala looks of 2025

The MET Gala has always been fashion’s biggest stage—but this year, it felt like something more. With Superfine: Tailoring Black Style as its guiding theme, the night became a powerful celebration of heritage, identity, and unapologetic self-expression. The blue carpet was a showcase of reverence and rebellion, where celebrities didn’t just wear menswear—they reimagined it. From sharply tailored suits rich with cultural meaning to dramatic silhouettes that paid homage to centuries of Black style, the looks weren’t just bold—they were iconic. Here are the ones we haven’t stopped thinking about.

Rihanna

Trust Rihanna to steal the spotlight without even trying. She arrived fashionably late—of course—and when she finally hit the blue carpet, it wasn’t just the outfit that had everyone talking. Dressed in a custom Marc Jacobs look featuring a boned corset, cropped suit jacket, and a dramatic hat with a maroon polka-dot tie, she proudly showed off her baby bump. It was a look that felt equal parts tailored and tender.

Her partner, ASAP Rocky, summed it up perfectly in an interview with CBS Mornings: “Rihanna’s outfit tonight is… I don’t know, whatever, just don’t cover her baby hump, you dig?”

Sabrina Carpenter

Who needs pants? Definitely not Sabrina Carpenter. The Espresso star turned heads when she appeared on the blue carpet in a Louis Vuitton look that was all drama and zero pants. She wore a structured burgundy jacket with a crisp white collar and exaggerated suit tails, paired with a matching bodysuit and sky-high heels—and honestly, that was the whole outfit.

Lisa

The White Lotus star made a bold entrance in a Louis Vuitton outfit that had everyone online zooming in for a closer look—literally. At first glance, it seemed like she was just wearing black tights and cheeky lace underwear. But the moment you looked closer, you’d spot detailed faces designed into the lace bodysuit. Some fans thought they resembled civil rights icon Rosa Parks, though Louis Vuitton later explained that the portraits were of people who’ve been meaningful in the artist’s life (they didn’t name names, of course). She styled the look with a sleek black blazer featuring sheer panels, a mini LV purse, black pumps, and a pearl chain hanging off her jacket. 

Jennie

Jennie stuck to what she knows best—and looked incredible doing it. As a longtime Chanel ambassador, it was no surprise she showed up in the French fashion house for fashion’s biggest night. The star wore a tuxedo-inspired gown layered over a sleek, tailored black jumpsuit. A white camellia flower and classic Chanel pearls added that signature touch of elegance, while a black hat with white trim pulled the whole look together.

Nicole Scherzinger

Nicole Scherzinger didn’t just drop jaws—she left them on the floor. The singer turned heads in a striking Prabal Gurung gown that combined a structured vest-style bodice with sparkly pinstripes cascading down the length of the dress. Draped over it all was a dramatic black cape with white trimming that trailed behind her like a shadow.

Sofia Richie Grainge

The queen of quiet luxury took the spotlight in a custom white gown, complete with an oversized dandy-inspired bow at the back. She worked closely on the look with Randy Cousin, Tommy Hilfiger’s SVP of Runway & Collaborations, to bring the elegant, tailored vision to life.

Chappell Roan

Chappell Roan made an entrance, to say the least. Styled by Genesis Webb, she channelled the energy of her hit “Pink Pony Club” in a bold pink blazer and a sweeping cape with metallic accents—a look that was as theatrical as it was unforgettable.

Tyla

Who could forget Tyla’s viral sand dress from the 2024 Met Gala? This year, she returned to the carpet and surprised fans once again. Styled by Law Roach, Tyla made a showstopping entrance in a Jacquemus pinstripe gown featuring off-the-shoulder sleeves and a perfectly fitted bodice.

Cardi B

Cardi B really knows how to get people talking on the blue carpet—and I mean, how could she not in this look? Instead of her usual over-the-top gowns, she switched things up with a custom Burberry outfit by Daniel Lee that still packed plenty of drama. The emerald green velvet trousers were high-waisted and wide-legged (so luxe), and the matching blazer was finished with her dangling earrings and pear-shaped diamond necklace that shimmered with every move.

Janelle Monáe 

Janelle Monáe never misses—and this year’s Met look was a full-on visual feast. Dressed perfectly on-theme, she showed up in a custom Thom Browne ensemble created in collaboration with Broadway costume designer Paul Tazewell. The outfit was split down the middle—one side a sharp black with white pinstripes, the other a vibrant red covered in white geometric lines. With exaggerated shoulders and a boxy, surreal silhouette, the whole look felt like something out of a graphic novel—in the best way possible.

Zendaya

Zendaya means business—and she made that crystal clear in her all-white power suit. Dressed in a custom Louis Vuitton three-piece, she looked sharp and striking in crisp white tailored trousers with a dramatic bellbottom and a sleek single-breasted blazer with razor-sharp lapels. But of course, she added her signature touch of glamour—a subtle sparkle at the collar in the form of a serpenti jewel by Bulgari. 

Kendall Jenner

Talk about unexpected. Kendall Jenner surprised everyone by showing up in what might be her most demure Met Gala look to date. Skipping the usual skin-baring drama, she wore a structured blazer and longline skirt set by British label Torishéju. It was sleek, understated, and quietly powerful. She let the tailoring do the talking—though a glittering diamond choker added just the right amount of pop.

Hailey Bieber

Hailey Bieber kept things pretty safe at this year’s Met—and honestly, it looked like she might’ve been twinning with Kendall. Here, she wore a double-breasted Saint Laurent tuxedo jacket with wide lapels as a dress, fully embracing the pantless trend (because of course, there were no pants in sight). To add a little sparkle, she layered on a Tiffany necklace and matching accessories that caught the light just right. And in a small but surprising twist, she ditched her signature sleek bun for something more simple—giving the whole look a timeless, classic finish.