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Fine & dandy: Black style is bigger than the Met
Fine & dandy: Black style is bigger than the Met

Boston Globe

time06-05-2025

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  • Boston Globe

Fine & dandy: Black style is bigger than the Met

The Zendaya at The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute benefit gala on Monday in New York. Evan Agostini/Evan Agostini/Invision/AP Dandyism is fashion as expression, as declaration, as fit, as form, and a call to attention. Dandyism is indulging your muchness as never too much at all with a refinery that commands one see you. Advertisement Capes, colors, fabrics you can feel and feel again, and fit specific to your body, your way. More importantly – your choice. Autonomy. Expression. Movement. All yours. Historically, we were denied this basic human right. Our Blackness is ours, something we always carry with us. It's not an outfit we take on and off. André Leon Talley, the late, sartorial king and first Black creative director of Vogue, understood this as a six-foot-seven Black man and often the only Black person on the front row of esteemed fashion shows. How I wish he could have been alive to see the gala in Black, to see the four Black men co-chairing it, and the Advertisement 'As far as Blackness is a concern, I want to address this: My Blackness is paramount to me as a man. My Blackness is always uppermost in my life,' he '... I'm aware I'm a Black individual who came from enslaved people from Africa, who was a descendant of great, great generations of talent and geniuses, and people of color who are great masters in fields of science, art, literature, politics.' Andre Leon Talley arrived at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute gala benefit, celebrating the "Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty" exhibition in 2011 in New York. Evan Agostini/Associated Press We carry this in the closet of our consciousness. The highs and the lows of our history and our now. While celebrities walked the red carpets celebrating Black style, our schools, museums, and nonprofits are being forced to turn away from diversity, equity, and inclusion or risk federal funding, lawsuits, and more. Erasure is targeting our identities, our historic truths, how we honor and remember one another. To celebrate cultural differences and teach history that addresses racism and racial realities in this country is being rewritten as 'Anti-American ideology.' This is the kind of propaganda that was historically used to detach Black people and nonwhite folks from their humanity, from their citizenship, from the right to respect. In the Jim Crow era, there was an intentional effort to deny Black dignity by creating tropes of Sambos and Sapphires, of Mammies and Mandigos, of Savages and Jezebels. All given various uniforms and characteristics in an attempt to abase us. We could dismiss this as a practice of the past but we see how it follows us into the now when we remember 17-year-old Trayvon Martin, who was described by George Zimmerman as a suspicious guy in a dark hoodie. Martin was simply walking while Black and wearing a hoodie. Advertisement A Black boy dressed a certain way. A Black boy enjoying the luxury of casual comfortability. A Black boy carrying candy and tea when he was stalked through his neighborhood and defended himself against the perpetrator, only to be murdered. The clothes of Black folk have always been connected to arming and disarming. Slave codes dictated what enslaved people could wear, referred to as ' coarse, cheap, and dull fabrics. Our people had to make their own with what was given. And make our own is what we did. Colman Domingo at The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute benefit gala on Monday in New York. Evan Agostini/Evan Agostini/Invision/AP Our ancestors countered that by creating an armor of what was considered distinguished and dignified, and making it our own. Frederick Douglass became the most photographed man of the 19th century on purpose: overcoats and tailored three-piece suits. Taking what was denied, shedding what was forced, and portraying power. He created a new Black image. He evoked Black dignity. In time, we dared to be playful with personalized fashion. Zoot suits. Feathers. Flourish. The bold colors, textures, accessories, and shapes of the Harlem Renaissance are undeniable, often referenced and replicated on runways today. Throughout the Civil Rights Movement, we saw how fashion sent a message. The Sunday's Best finest church clothes of protesters led by Martin Luther King Jr. defied the unruly and inhumane narratives institutional players tried to assign us. With the Black Panther Party, leather signified strength and resistance. With hip-hop culture came the freedom to demand respect regardless of class or clothing. A mix of fine tailoring and streetwear, sneakers and suits, furs and denim, polos and Timberland boots meant there were no restrictions. The one rule is to be cool with who you are, to understand that to simply be yourself in whatever you wear should command basic human decency over stereotypes. Advertisement Fashion changes and changes again. But throughout time, what we wear as a language remains. To define, for yourself, what is luxury and believe it so boldly that the masses follow your trend. In the tradition of dandyism, there is a throughline of subverting the politics of respectability and dressing freely. Dandyism is confidence and defiance of everything that told you to be small and quiet and controlled. It's not as simple as bespoke tailoring and couture we can't afford. It is to be outspoken in your personhood and loud in your liberation. Rihanna (left) and A$AP Rocky attended The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute benefit gala celebrating the opening of the "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" exhibition on Monday in New York. Evan Agostini/Evan Agostini/Invision/AP This piece is a part of , a weekly offering from Jeneé Osterheldt celebrating Black joy, resistance, and sharing space with other folks, too. Jeneé Osterheldt can be reached at

The best-dressed and most viral looks from the Met Gala
The best-dressed and most viral looks from the Met Gala

Yahoo

time06-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Yahoo

The best-dressed and most viral looks from the Met Gala

Good morning, all. It's National Teacher's Day, and there are many great deals to take advantage of — forward them to the educators in your life. Now, on to the news. Subscribe to get this newsletter in your inbox each morning. NEED TO KNOW Diana Ross at the Met Gala l Evan Agostini/Invision/AP Behind the scenes at the 2025 Met Gala A-listers donned their dandiest looks last night for Vogue's 2025 Met Gala in New York City, which boasted the theme 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.' Check out the highlights. Blue carpet looks: Diana Ross's gown had an 18-foot train embroidered with her family's names, Zendaya opted for a cream-colored zoot suit and Sabrina Carpenter went for a leggy look by Louis Vuitton and Gala co-chair Pharrell. See all the looks and vote for your favorite. [Yahoo Entertainment] Viral moments: Rihanna revealed she's pregnant again after she was spotted with her belly out before the event, and André 3000 wore a piano on his back to promote his new instrumental album, 7 Piano Sketches. [Yahoo Entertainment/Billboard] Inside the party: Model Laura Harrier snapped a legendary selfie in the bathroom mirror alongside stars like Andrew Scott and Sarah Snook, while Dua Lipa and her rumored fiancé, Callum Turner, struck a fun pose. See other photos. [People] IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Seth Wenig/AP ✈️ Newark delays continue Hundreds more flights were delayed or canceled at Newark Airport yesterday as air traffic controllers said the short-staffing comes after employees lost communication and radar with planes in the sky last week and went on leave. [Yahoo News] ➡️ Abortion medication lawsuit The Trump administration asked a Texas judge to dismiss a lawsuit from three Republican-led states that sought to eliminate telehealth access to abortion medication, arguing the states don't have a legal right to sue. [AP] ⛈️ Severe storms Rescue teams in Texas are trying to locate a 'school-aged' girl who they say was swept away by storms that put 40 million people in the south-central U.S. on alert yesterday. More storms are expected in the region today. [ABC News] 🏀 NBA conference semifinals In the East, the Knicks overcame a 20-point deficit to secure an overtime win against the Celtics. In the West, the Nuggets clawed back to within one point before Aaron Gordon delivered a game-winning shot against the Thunder. [Yahoo Sports] 📺 'Squid Game' returns Netflix dropped the first teaser for the highly anticipated third and final season of Squid Game, which begins with the players gathering around a coffin that's opened to reveal Gi-hun lying unconscious. Watch it. [People] WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY 📚 On bookshelves: The Art of Winning, by former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick, whose book tour got awkward last week after his 24-year-old girlfriend got involved. [BuzzFeed] ⚾ On the field, the Red Sox take on the Rangers in the first of a three-game series at 6:45 p.m. ET on the MLB app. [AP] 🏒 On the ice, the second round of the NHL playoffs continues with two games: The Hurricanes face the Capitals first at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN. [USA Today] 🏀 On the court, the NBA conference semifinals continue with two games: The Pacers go up against the Cavaliers first at 7 p.m. ET on TNT. [Yahoo Sports] ☀️ And don't forget to: Read your daily horoscope. Play the crossword. Check the forecast in your area. TODAY IN HISTORY Photo illustration: Yahoo News; photo: Warner Bros. via Everett Collection In 2004, after a decade-long run, the final episode of Friends aired, with more than 52 million people tuning in. See how the cast looked during the first episode, the last episode and their reunion in 2021. [Insider] 3 QUESTIONS... about a new study on aging Health editor Rachel Grumman Bender stopped by to talk about her team's reporting on a new study that looked into how people's lifestyles affect aging. Jessica: This new study talks about 'aging bursts.' What does that mean? Rachel: We already know that babies and children have growth spurts, while adults seem to age slowly and steadily over time. But my colleague Korin Miller reported on emerging research that suggests adults may have aging spurts too, during which unhealthy behaviors may be more likely to catch up with them. Jessica: When do these aging bursts happen? Rachel: The latest study found that unhealthy habits like smoking, heavy drinking and exercising less than once a week started to negatively affect people's mental and physical health at age 36. Another study pinpointed two more periods of rapid aging, around 44 and 60 years old. Jessica: What should people take away from these studies? Rachel: That it's never too late to start taking care of your health. Get enough sleep, move your body and cut back on alcohol and processed foods. Experts told Korin that strength training and getting enough fiber were two important ways to help slow down the aging process. Most people don't get enough fiber: Here are six ways to add it to your diet. FEEL-GOOD MOMENT Haley Johnson and Christian Wortham Basketball ref Christian Wortham recently made his girlfriend and fellow ref Haley Johnson's dreams come true when he proposed to her after a game. 'I was flooded with a wave of emotion as many of our co-officials, friends and family were watching,' she said. [People] Have a great day! See you tomorrow. 💡 P.S. Before you go, your daily advice: When it comes to longevity, experts say sleeping on your left side has the most health benefits. Here's how to get comfy. [Yahoo Life] About The Yodel: The Yodel is a morning newsletter from Yahoo News. Start your day with The Yodel to get caught up on weather, national news, politics, entertainment and sports — in four minutes or less.

Met Gala 2025: Celebrities at the red carpet
Met Gala 2025: Celebrities at the red carpet

Toronto Sun

time06-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Toronto Sun

Met Gala 2025: Celebrities at the red carpet

THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Lupita Nyong'o attends The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute benefit gala celebrating the opening of the "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" exhibition on Monday, May 5, 2025, in New York. Photo by Evan Agostini / Invision/AP Simone Biles attends The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute benefit gala celebrating the opening of the "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" exhibition on Monday, May 5, 2025, in New York. Photo by Evan Agostini / Invision/AP Jenna Ortega attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025 in New York City. Photo by Jamie McCarthy / Getty Images Rihanna arrives for the 2025 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025, in New York. Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP via Getty Images Cardi B attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025 in New York City. Photo by Jamie McCarthy / Getty Images Anna Sawai attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025 in New York City. Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris / Getty Images for The Met Museum/ Tessa Thompson attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025 in New York City. Photo by Dia Dipasupil / Getty Images Angela Bassett attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025 in New York City. Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris / Getty Images for The Met Museum/ Marc Jacobs attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025 in New York City. Photo by Savion Washington / Getty Images Demi Moore attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025 in New York City. Photo by Savion Washington / Getty Images Ayo Edebiri attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025 in New York City. Photo by Dia Dipasupil / Getty Images Joey King attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025 in New York City. Photo by Jamie McCarthy / Getty Images Zendaya arrives for the 2025 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025, in New York. Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP via Getty Images Kim Kardashian attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025 in New York City. Photo by Savion Washington / Getty Images Colman Domingo arrives for the 2025 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025, in New York. Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP via Getty Images Left to right: Vogue Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour, actor Colman Domingo, and race car driver Lewis Hamilton arrive for the 2025 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025, in New York. Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP via Getty Images Diana Ross arrives for the 2025 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025, in New York. Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP via Getty Images Shakira attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025 in New York City. Photo by Dia Dipasupil / Getty Images Full Screen is not supported on this browser version. You may use a different browser or device to view this in full screen. Celebrities hit the red carpet at the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute benefit gala inspired by the night's theme, Black dandyism.

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