The first Monday in May did not disappoint! The 2025 Met Gala was a breathtaking blend of high fashion, bold statements, and deeply personal style moments. This year’s theme, “The Garden of Time,” inspired everything from sculptural silhouettes to romantic nostalgia—and some of our favorite stars delivered unforgettable looks that will be talked about for years to come. Let’s get into the best dressed of the night!
USHER & JENNIFER GOICOECHEA: THE KING & QUEEN OF COOL
Usher and his longtime love Jennifer Goicoechea stepped onto the Met steps like royalty. Usher wore a custom black-on-black Balmain ensemble with subtle floral embroidery that shimmered under the lights—a nod to the “garden” without going literal. He layered it with a dramatic cape that felt both gothic and regal. Jennifer stunned in a floor-length silver gown with a sharp-shouldered silhouette and liquid metallic finish. Her sleek platinum bob and smoky eye completed the power couple look. Together, they radiated modern luxury with an edge.
TEYANA TAYLOR: A LIVING WORK OF ART
Teyana Taylor never misses—and this year, she gave us fashion, sculpture, and story. Her look was custom Iris van Herpen, featuring layers of laser-cut petals that fanned around her like an abstract blooming flower. The sheer bodice and exaggerated hips created a striking shape that merged her signature strength with softness. With bold plum lips and a braided crown, Teyana looked like a goddess from a future myth.
JANELLE MONÁE: TIMELESS AND TRANSCENDENT
Janelle Monáe is the moment. Ditching her usual black-and-white uniform, she stunned in a watercolor-inspired gown by Thom Browne. The piece evolved throughout the night—literally. What began as a sculpted bell-shaped dress unfurled to reveal a deconstructed train lined with clocks and timepieces, each ticking at a different hour. She carried a tiny metronome-shaped clutch, and her hair was styled into a sleek, gravity-defying swirl. Janelle didn’t just dress for the theme—she embodied it.
COLMAN DOMINGO: THE DEFINITION OF ELEGANCE
Colman Domingo walked the carpet in a deep emerald velvet tuxedo by Louis Vuitton, complete with oversized lapels and intricate embroidery that resembled vines creeping up his sleeves. The pièce de résistance? A brooch made of recycled timepieces, symbolizing the preciousness of time. Colman has mastered the art of blending masculinity with fashion-forward flair, and tonight was no exception. Smooth, sophisticated, and slightly whimsical.
TRACEE ELLIS ROSS IN MARC JACOBS: A LIVING SCULPTURE
Tracee Ellis Ross gave us pure drama in custom Marc Jacobs. The structured gown—crafted entirely of pleated silk in midnight blue—cascaded down like a blooming flower captured in motion. The dramatic headpiece, a gravity-defying tulle halo, floated above her like a dream. With barely-there makeup and an ethereal presence, Tracee reminded us that fashion is art—and she’s the canvas.
BABYFACE: CLASSIC NEVER GOES OUT OF STYLE
Babyface exuded quiet luxury in a double-breasted white tuxedo jacket with black satin trim, paired with tailored black trousers and patent loafers. His look was topped with a single white rose pinned to his lapel, a subtle but emotional nod to the night’s theme. Effortless, elegant, and undeniably suave, Babyface’s style proves that simplicity—with a touch of soul—always wins.
WHOOPI GOLDBERG: A WHIMSICAL REINVENTION
Whoopi Goldberg brought playful sophistication in a voluminous lavender gown by Christopher John Rogers. The dress featured layers upon layers of tulle, giving her a magical, cloud-like presence. She paired it with her signature round glasses and a bedazzled cane that doubled as a timekeeper—yes, it ticked! Whoopi’s fashion was fun, bold, and unapologetically her—a reminder that age has nothing on style.
ANDRÉ 3000: THE TIME-TRAVELING FASHION ICON
Leave it to André 3000 to shut down the Met Gala with a look that could only be described as “southern surrealist dandy.” He wore a custom patchwork suit made of antique textiles, each piece representing a different era—think Victorian florals, 1920s pinstripes, and 1970s soul. His boots were embroidered with vines, and his signature wide-brim hat was updated with a jeweled band shaped like an hourglass. A poet in fashion form.
This year’s Met Gala reminded us that fashion is not just about what you wear—it’s about the story you tell. These stars not only understood the assignment—they rewrote the rules.
