05/06/2025
As most of you know, our fashion-lovers Super Bowl, the MET gala, was last night. This year’s theme, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, was such a cool one - I was really excited to see the various interpretations of it.
As always, there were some showstoppers and some looks that were visually great but didn’t hit the mark of the culturally-relevant theme.
My top 9 best dressed (women) were:
1. Lala Anthony in Archival Off-White - the mixture of black & white, finely tailored + floofy tulle all in celebration of one of the best modern black designers is all on point for me.
2. Jodie Turner-Smith in Burberry - the rich color and texture elevated to the sky this ensemble with its perfect neckline and oversized hat.
3. Doja Cat in Marc Jacobs - the best of the “take a costume but make it fashion” crowd. I love the embellished shoulders, pinstripes mixed with cat print, all of it is over the top tailored perfection for this theme.
4. Jenna Ortega in Balmain - Old Hollywood glam but with measuring tape as a wink and nod to dandyism’s exceptional tailoring. Just glorious.
5. Rihanna in Marc Jacobs - the on-point but just a little extra of this ensemble, including the debut of a baby bump. She’s always a winner.
6. Adut Akech in Swarovski - I love the unexpected mixture here. The natural elements of the feathers, somewhat tribal feelings from the pattern and neck piece mixed with the crisp tailoring and glam of the crystals is such a lovely picture.
7. Lupita Nyong’o in Chanel - Traditional cut, perfect fit, unexpected color with the cape, the brooch, the necktie, and the hat. Pure wizardry.
8. Jennie Kim in Chanel - A very traditional suit look but make it Chanel with the (very popular) trouser + skirt combo and the extra touches. A fun look that I think perfectly celebrates Black fashion history.
9. Kendall Jenner in Torishéju - This gal loves an understated look. This is a perfect one for this theme: amazing tailoring that fits her like a glove from an Afro-British designer. Such a chic homage!
What are your thought? Tell me in the comments and head to my stories to VOTE on whether you agree. 💋
