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Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Met Gala 2025: A Celebration of Black Male Style
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways The 2025 Costume Institute exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,' looks to celebrate the artistry and craft distinctive to tailoring through the lens of Black male style. The exhibition, which was inspired by Monica Miller's 'Slaves to Fashion,' explores Black male identity and expression through the sartorial lens of dandyism as a means to define a lifestyle of wealth, distinction and taste. Fashion and dandyism enthusiasts will immediately recall writings about historical fashion figure and dandy Beau Brummell, an arbiter of men's style in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Yet the term 'dandy' is an agile descriptor, applicable to the evolution of men's fashion choices — whether individual or culturally inspired — over decades. More from WWD Miller, the first cocurator of a Costume Institute exhibition and first Black woman to have this distinction, is joined by A$AP Rocky, Colman Domingo, Lewis Hamilton and Pharrell Williams — the first all-Black male Met Gala committee. Each committee member is noted for their global fashion influence across the genres of music, sports and entertainment. They are included in WWD's celebration of the 2025 Met Gala theme 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style' alongside icons of style and leisure, captured in the pages of WWD over decades. Included here are actor Sidney Poitier, basketball legend Walt 'Clyde' Frazier, and entertainer Little Richard, among others, whose individual style transcends race, gender and identity. View Gallery Launch Gallery: Tailoring Black Style: Celebrating Iconic Black Male Figures In Fashion Best of WWD Sign up for WWD's Newsletter. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Metro
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Hidden references and no trousers - the hits and misses of the Met Gala
I was standing outside a Tube station last October when the theme for the Met Gala 2025 was announced. It was one close to my heart, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style and when I found out I was equal parts excited and annoyed. Excited, because a fairly niche area of fashion history was about to be portrayed on such a big stage; annoyed as this theme meant so much to me and it could so easily be butchered. After reading Monica Miller's book Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity several years ago, I've been on a deep dive, absorbing myself in the world that is Black Dandyism, and as a designer myself, with a love for tailoring, I waited anxiously to see what would unfold. Every year, people watch the Met Gala red carpet and pore over the hits and misses of the theme, but to truly honor a subject matter like this, all those involved need to have a strong understanding of the historical and socio-political aspects behind it. Dandyism originated in late 18th century Britain. A dandy was a person who placed extreme importance on being well dressed, presenting themselves as an intellectual and a dictator of taste. Beau Brummell is probably the most popular example of a historic dandy; wearing an immaculately fitting and laundered suit, paying close attention to all small details from grooming to perfume. In some ways Beau Brummell could also be seen as a rebel, rejecting the traditional Regency dress, led by his philosophy: 'To be truly elegant, one should not be noticed.' In this sense, playwright Jeremy O. Harris emulated the traditional dandy aesthetic on the Met Gala carpet, perfectly wearing Balmain and a one-of-a-kind ring inspired by a Fabergé egg. It's all in the details. Black Dandyism came about during the post-Emancipation period, but reached its peak during the Harlem Renaissance in 1920s -30s New York. Fueled by the Great Migration, when millions of Black Americans moved from the more overt oppression of the South, Black people relocated to areas such as Harlem. This period saw a revolution in Black art, music, identity and community. The power and importance of this era is what I wanted to feel was honoured in the theme; as well as strong tailoring choices, a nod to the history of the Black Dandy (A big ask, yes – but a big topic!) Celebrities like BJ Gray and Tramell Tillman and Keith Powers embodied this feeling of Black Excellence, wearing chic sartorial silhouettes. Teyana Taylor, in her position as host, was one of the first on the red carpet in a zoot suit-inspired look. The zoot suit was popularised in the 1930s by African Americans as a fashion statement and symbol of resistance. The large amount of fabric within the trouser allowed for better movement when dancing and was worn and made popular by Cab Calloway among many others. Teyana gave me hope we would see more women follow her lead, but with the door wide open for female suiting, I think too many missed this opportunity. That said, some did embrace it, with gorgeous examples of this including Zendaya in a pristine three piece suit by Louis Vuitton, Joey King in an embellished green suit by Miu Miu, and Cardi B, also in Burberry echoing an Oscar Wildian dandy, but overall I was slightly disheartened by the lack of trouser suits on women. I personally also didn't care for the amount of celebrities wearing leotards with a theme such as tailoring. To channel Drag Race's Michelle Visage's advice: 'a bodysuit is not a look.' Notable disappointments for me included Hailey Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter and Doja Cat and Lisa. The one exception I will make to the lack of suit is Ayo Edebiri wearing Ferragamo by Maximillian. A beautiful ivory dress adorned with sculpted red beading, finished with a leather coat, inspired by her father and her Nigerian heritage. She may not have been wearing a suit but it was intentional, considered and polished. Three important characteristics that speak to the attitude of a dandy. I can't carry on without mentioning both Colman Domingo's entrance and reveal looks (the man can do no wrong). It was a thoughtful tribute to the late Andre Leon Talley – famous fashion journalist and a lifelong dandy – and then a Valentino suit, clashing checks and polka dots to great effect. Texture and colour are important aspects when thinking of Black Dandyism. Traditional tailoring sliced with a bold use of colour or pattern. Domingo did just that and some, while looking perfectly relaxed and in his element. One of my favourite aspects of the night were the subtle references made through people's outfits. Caleb McLaughlin, wearing Dior Men, directly referenced Rihanna's May 2020 Vogue cover story. British menswear designer Charlie Casely-Hayford paid tribute to Jean-Michel Basquiat's look at an 1987 Comme Des Garcons homme show. British actress Jodie Turner-Smith in Burberry also echoes the images of Black equestrian Selika Lazevski in proud top hat and riding coat Then there was the level of detail: Pharrell Williams wore a fully beaded jacket of 100,000 pearls in a pinstripe pattern; Khaby Lame sported custom Boss, with his waistcoat adorned with pocket watches' the flash of turquoise as Shaboozey smiled, revealing grills, which perfectly matched the beads of his custom Robert Wun ensemble These are just some of the people whose looks thrilled and excited me; who I felt truly made some effort and whose teams, if not themselves, actually researched and paid tribute to the theme and to Monica Miller's incredible book. The less said about Anne Hathaway, Lorde and Shakira's looks the better. These, although well-made, felt lazy in comparison. However, one thing that must be stated, is that the Met Gala is ultimately a charity event with tickets going for $75K and tables for $350K, which are bought by designers and sponsored by companies, but with this theme extra care and attention needs to be paid. The daffodils adorning the Met steps were a lovely touch, symbolising new beginnings, rebirth, hope and the promise of positive change – but when looking at some celebrities' 'best efforts', it really felt this symbolism was wasted. The theme was a brilliant one, the hosts fantastic, in terms of Black designers we saw beautiful pieces from Wales Bonner, Ozwald Boateng, Ahluwalia and Martine Rose but what about Tolu Coker and Labrum London? Also thinking about invitees, where was RuPaul? And Billy Porter? Social media was also in uproar this week as Wisdom Kaye announced he had not been invited to the Met this year. I'm sure his seat at the table would certainly not have been wasted. More Trending I would have also loved to have seen artist Yinka Shonibare present. He might not have the same reach of many of the attendees, but anyone who knows his work would agree that he would have been a great addition. Even thought leaders such as Akala, I would have loved to have seen there. But I think the Met would need to evolve into something so much bigger than itself to see this calibre of attendee support the institution. At its core Black Dandyism goes way beyond clothes, and has forever been a symbol of wit, rebellion and resistance. Do you have a story you'd like to share? Get in touch by emailing Share your views in the comments below.
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First Post
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Met Gala 2025: What is Black dandyism, a celebration of style and an ethos from 18th century
This year's Met Gala's theme is 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.' It was designed to celebrate menswear and Black dandyism read more The biggest night of fashion has finally arrived in the form of Met Gala 2025 as we saw all the celebrities across the globe gracing the stage donning wonderful outfits. The annual fundraiser, which raises money for the museum's Costume Institute, saw stars from Bollywood, Hollywood and other entertainment industries including music. This year's Met Gala's theme is 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.' It was designed to celebrate menswear and Black dandyism as per Vogue. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD What is Black dandyism? In simple words, a dandy is a man who is dressed sharply. He is perfectly groomed, refined and has excellent manners. Beau Brummell is considered the first dandy. A figure of Regency England was known for personal appearance and inspired men in the late 18th and 19th centuries. It also led to employ good hygiene and experimenting with trendy garments and trying something new apart from aristocratic ways of dressing. As per Ty Gaskins, this style is better defined as a 'fashion revolution'. 'In a world where Black people have been marginalized, the dandy became a figure who defied the rigid categories of race and class that sought to confine them,' Gaskins wrote. The black dandyism showed growth in the post-Emancipation era when former slaves took on dandyism In fact, in the recent blockbuster Sinners, we see the lead actor Michael B Jordan embracing black dandyism as he portrayed the dual roles of twin brothers Smoke and Stack. The movie directed by Ryan Coogler is set in 1932 in the Mississippi Delta. It also featured Hailee Steinfeld, Miles Caton, Jack O'Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson, Omar Miller, and Delroy Lindo in prominent roles.
Business Insider
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
The 2025 Met Gala is celebrating Black dandyism. Here's what that means.
Fashion's biggest night of the year has finally arrived. The 2025 Met Gala will take place Monday night at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Every year, celebrities flock to the gala for the annual fundraiser, which raises money for the museum's Costume Institute, in high-fashion ensembles. The Met Gala has a different theme each year. For the 2025 event, it's "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style." As reported by Vogue, the theme was designed to celebrate menswear and Black dandyism, which is both a style and an ethos that dates back to the 1800s. Here's everything you need to know about Black dandyism and how the Met Gala will honor it. Black dandyism, explained Put simply, a dandy is a man who's dressed sharply. He's refined, has excellent manners, and is perfectly groomed. Beau Brummell, a figure of Regency England, is widely considered the first dandy. His care for his personal appearance inspired other men of the late 18th and 19th centuries to employ good hygiene and experiment with trendy garments, leaving behind aristocratic ways of dressing. Black dandyism, though, goes beyond fashion and aesthetics. As Ty Gaskins reported for Vogue, what's often described as a style is better defined as a "fashion revolution" — one that's simultaneously an act of protest, a creation of culture, and a celebration of individuality for Black men. "In a world where Black people have been marginalized, the dandy became a figure who defied the rigid categories of race and class that sought to confine them," Gaskins wrote. Black dandyism has roots in the post-Emancipation era, when former slaves and servants took on dandyism — or dressing in sharp suits, polished shoes, and accessories like hats and ties — as a form of assertion by assimilation. However, Vogue reported that the movement truly blossomed during the Harlem Renaissance when figures like Langston Hughes and Cab Calloway emerged, changing both society at large and Black dandyism specifically. Their work and outfits inspired modern stars like André 3000 to embrace Black dandyism as a signature style and essence. Movies like " Sinners" have also embraced Black dandyism this year. Colman Domingo and other stars will bring this theme to life When Vogue announced the 2025 Met Gala theme in October, it reported that it took inspiration from Monica Miller's book "Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity," published in 2009. Both the theme and the Costume Institute's Spring exhibition will examine the impact style had on the Black diaspora, zeroing in on Black dandyism. The Met Gala itself has never focused on menswear, and the museum's forthcoming exhibit is only the second in the Costume Institute's history to do so, following its "Men in Skirts" exhibit, which ran from November 2003 to February 2004. The 2025 Met Gala also has a "Tailored For You" dress code, designed to encourage attendees to honor the theme and reflect their personal style. This year's Met Gala co-chairs — Lewis Hamilton, Pharrell Williams, Colman Domingo, and ASAP Rocky — will help to set the tone for the night with their looks, as all are known for their high-fashion approaches to menswear. Vogue said it hopes attendees take "creative interpretation" of the dress code, though suits and accessories typically associated with men, from pocket squares to statement hats, will be popular on the red carpet.
