Met Gala 2025: Bridal-Inspired Fashion Moments Worth Bookmarking

Lewis Hamilton, Keke Palmer and Zendaya showcase tailored elegance at the 2025 Met Gala celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style."
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From crisp suiting to couture-level gowns, these looks brought fresh perspective to aisle style.
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Megan Simpson Teeter

The Met Gala, held annually on the first Monday in May and hosted at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, has long stood as fashion's most anticipated night, where celebrities and designers converge to celebrate sartorial artistry. This year's event embraced the theme "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," spotlighting the rich history and cultural significance of Black dandyism—a movement where fashion becomes a form of personal expression and resistance.

Complementing the theme, the dress code "Tailored for You" invited attendees to interpret menswear through a personalized lens, encouraging individuality while honoring the tradition of Black tailoring.

The red carpet was a testament to this fusion of tradition and innovation. Celebrities donned ensembles that, while rooted in classic tailoring, pushed the boundaries of contemporary fashion. These looks, characterized by structured silhouettes, intricate detailing and bold accessories, offer a wealth of inspiration for today's couples seeking to infuse their wedding attire with both elegance and personal flair.

Whether it's a sharply tailored suit with unexpected embellishments or a gown that marries classic lines with modern twists, the Met Gala truly showcases how traditional bridal and groom wear can be reimagined to reflect individual style.

Chic Couples

Gabrielle Union & Dwayne Wade

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Nick Jonas & Priyanka Chopra

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Keeping it Classic

Sofia Richie Grainge

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Tory Burch

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Classic in Menswear

Jeff Goldblum

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Al Sharpton

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Fanciful Feathers

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Vera Wang

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Stunning in Black-and-White

Ayo Edebiri

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Zoe Saldaña

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Ladies Who Suit

Zendaya

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Breanna Stewart

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Grooms With a Twist

Lewis Hamilton

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Pharrell Williams

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Opulent Off-Off-White

Maya Hawke

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Sydney Sweeney

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The Bold Type

Coco Jones

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Danielle Deadwyler

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That Stunning Skirt

Keke Palmer

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Kerry Washington

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Entrancing Trailings

Lupita Nyong'o

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Megan Thee Stallion

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...Ladies & Gentlemen: Diana Ross

Diana Ross

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