Everything You (Maybe) Wanted to Know About the Met Gala

What started as a charity event for New York’s high society has become the most influential fashion night globally. The Met Gala, held annually at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is now a place where art, fashion, celebrity, and cultural commentary collide on a carpet. This year’s Met Gala, held on May 5, 2025, embraced the theme “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” celebrating the history of Black fashion and dandyism.