The Metro: Superfine tailoring breaking the mold at the Met Gala
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This combination of photos show Anna Wintour, from top left, Pharrell Williams, Lewis Hamilton, Colman Domingo, from bottom left, A$AP Rocky, who will serve as co-chairs, and LeBron James, who will serve as honorary chair for the 2025 Met Gala.
Earlier this week, the Metropolitan Museum of American Art hosted its yearly Gala as part of its fundraising efforts for the museum. This year’s theme being ‘”Superfine tailoring Black Style” otherwise interpreted as, Black Dandyism.
Dandyism was a way of expressing confidence and personal revolutions within oneself. Born out of the struggles of enslavement, Black Americans found power in the way they presented themselves post slavery, during reconstruction, the Harlem Renaissance and beyond, dressing well wasn’t up for debate, it was a way of life.
Entertainment consultant Afrikka Johnson joined The Metro on Thursday to talk about the theme after her experience attending this year, consulting for Miss Lauryn Hill.
Use the media player above to hear the full conversation.
Editor’s note: Early in the conversation Johnson said that the Met Gala raised $71 million. The actual number is $31 million, but she is correct that it is the largest amount raised in the event’s 77-year history.
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