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Sabyasachi brings quiet power to the Met Gala 2025

The inspiration behind the look? Deeper than you might think. In an Instagram post following his appearance, Sabyasachi reflected on the theme of 'Black Dandyism' and how it intersects with Indian history. He drew parallels between this bold form of self-expression and the legacy of Jamsetji Tata - the legendary founder of the Taj hotels, who built a world-class hotel in response to being denied entry to a 'Whites only' colonial club. 'Black dandyism originated as a form of self-expression to defy societal, racial and gendered norms,' Sabyasachi wrote. 'Within an Indian context, I think of Jamsetji Tata... who was denied entry to Watson's Hotel in Bombay. That experience led him to build the world renowned Taj Mahal Palace hotel as a symbol of resistance and empowerment.'