The Met Gala 2025 theme is "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style"
. The theme was inspired by Monica L. Miller’s 2009 book, Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity
. The accompanying dress code for the event was "Tailored for You"
. The event took place on the first Monday in May and featured an exhibition that explores Black style and the history of dandyism
. The exhibition includes garments, paintings, photographs, and more to explore the style of Black men in the context of dandyism from the 18th century through the present day
