The strongest looks at the Met Gala were those that pushed the creative envelope by fully embracing the Superfine theme through bold interpretations. Standout elements—for both men and women—included power-shouldered zoot suits, a reverence for intricate beading, striking and unexpected color combinations, and the vibrant use of ethnic African prints, all of which infused the theme with energy and cultural context. While Hollywood gowns and traditional glamour will always have a place on the red carpet, the looks that truly stood out took a more unconventional approach—staying true to the theme while leaning into the theatricality that defines the Met Gala.
White Appeal
There was no shortage of white suits on the red carpet—a look that made a crisp impact and cut through much of the proverbial noise. Interestingly, the white suit also carries cultural weight: it’s long been a way to draw attention, a subtle emblem of male vanity. Think of Hollywood dandies like Robert Redford in The Great Gatsby, or Humphrey Bogart, whose ivory suits were fit for a life of leisure. More recently, the look has taken on a rock-and-roll edge, louche and languid—epitomized by Mick Jagger, with a trail of irreverence always following behind him.
It was interesting to see the white suit reinterpreted and worn with deliberate distinction by both men and women—the latter stripping it of its innocent, bridal-centric associations and transforming it into something far bolder and more defiant. Zendaya and Imaan Hammam, in particular, delivered fierce takes on the look, making such a striking impact that you can bet white suits are set to skyrocket as the defining trend of the summer—sharp, commanding and cut like a knife.
Bring on The Color
