Met Gala 2025: Theme, Hosts, Dress Code, Date & Key Details Revealed

Met Gala 2025: Theme, Date, Dress Code, Hosts, and Everything You Need to Know

The world’s most anticipated night in fashion returns with a celebration of Black style and tailored elegance.

When Is the Met Gala 2025?

Mark your calendars: the 2025 Met Gala will be held on Monday, May 5, 2025, following the tradition of the first Monday in May. The highly anticipated fashion event will once again take place at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.

What Is the Met Gala 2025 Theme?

This year’s official theme is “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” The concept is inspired by Monica L. Miller’s influential 2009 book Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity. The exhibition will explore the evolution and influence of Black dandyism, tracing its impact on style and identity from the 18th century to the present day.

What Is the Dress Code?

The 2025 dress code, announced by Vogue on February 4, is “Tailored for You.” This directive calls on guests to channel their individuality through bespoke, tailored silhouettes. With a focus on menswear and personalization, the theme encourages creative reinterpretations of sartorial elegance, nodding to both tradition and rebellion within the framework of Black fashion history.

Who Are the 2025 Met Gala Co-Chairs?

The official co-chairs for the 2025 Met Gala are:

• Colman Domingo

• Lewis Hamilton

• A$AP Rocky

• Pharrell Williams

• Anna Wintour

They are joined by honorary chair LeBron James, marking a dynamic mix of fashion, entertainment, sports, and cultural influence.

Who’s on the Met Gala 2025 Host Committee?

While the full guest list remains confidential until the day of the event, Vogue revealed a number of prominent names joining the Met Gala 2025 host committee, including:

• Simone Biles

• Dapper Dan

• Doechii

• Ayo Edebiri

• Edward Enninful

• Janelle Monáe

• Angel Reese

• Sha’Carri Richardson

• Olivier Rousteing

• Tyla

• USHER

These names offer a preview of the diverse creative voices and cultural figures expected to walk the carpet.

Who Will Host the Red Carpet Livestream?

Vogue officially announced its 2025 Met Gala red carpet hosts on April 22 via Instagram, featuring a group Facetime with:

• LaLa Anthony (returning to helm the top of the iconic Met steps)

• Teyana Taylor

• Ego Nwodim

LaLa, a veteran host of the Met Gala livestream, said, “Now I got my girls joining me. It’s going to be crazy.” Taylor hinted at what to expect from the fashion on display: “There will be a ton of Dandy and Daddies,” she teased with a laugh.

The livestream will kick off at 6 p.m. EST, showcasing the red carpet arrivals in real-time.

Final Word

The Met Gala 2025 promises to be one of the most visually and culturally rich editions in recent memory, putting a spotlight on Black creativity, historical elegance, and the future of tailored fashion. With a bold theme, dynamic co-chairs, and a fresh take on menswear, this year’s event will redefine what it means to dress “Superfine.”

Stay tuned to The Horizons Times for red carpet highlights, best-dressed lists, and insider coverage from fashion’s biggest night.