The 2025 Met Gala, themed “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” was a love letter to bespoke elegance and Black fashion heritage. From show-stopping gowns to sharp, feminine suiting, these top 12 ladies nailed the red carpet with fearless flair, honoring both the Costume Institute’s “Tailored for You” dress code and the Costume Institute’s new exhibition. Whether it was gravity-defying trains or razor-sharp tailoring, these looks set social feeds on fire. Ready for your fashion inspo? Let’s dive into the Met Gala 2025 best dressed — Adore Women style.
1. Zendaya in Louis Vuitton
Zendaya crushed it in a custom zoot suit by Louis Vuitton, designed by co-chair Pharrell Williams. The sharp silhouette and oversized fedora were pure girl-boss energy, flipping menswear tropes on their head.
2. Rihanna in Marc Jacobs
Rihanna casually announced her third pregnancy in a custom Marc Jacobs ensemble, blending dramatic volume with unexpected cut-outs. She proved once again why she’s the queen of red-carpet reveals.
3. Diana Ross in Sxteen Eleven
After a 20-year Met Gala hiatus, Diana Ross floated up the steps in a cascading Ugo Mozie gown with an 18-foot train embroidered with her children’s and grandchildren’s names. It was tribute fashion at its finest.
4. Anne Hathaway in Carolina Herrera
Anne Hathaway paid homage to André Leon Talley in a classic Carolina Herrera shirt and ball gown, balancing drama and structure like a total pro. The black-and-white contrast had us swooning.
5. Cynthia Erivo in Givenchy
Cynthia Erivo shimmered in a Givenchy jacket-and-ball-skirt combo that hit just the right note of glamour and edge. Her look was the perfect blend of red-carpet polish and runway attitude.
6. Doja Cat in Marc Jacobs
Doja Cat wowed in a custom Marc Jacobs ocelot-print bodysuit, proof that animal print never goes out of style. She owned that bold, skin-tight look from first frame to last click.
7. Jodie Turner-Smith in Burberry
Jodie Turner-Smith channeled equestrian chic in a head-to-toe Burberry look, complete with riding coat and sleek hat. It was a modern twist on classic tailoring, and we stan.
8. Teyana Taylor in Ruth E. Carter
Teyana Taylor honored costume designer Ruth E. Carter in a custom creation that mixed bold color blocking with intricate embroidery. A dynamic tribute piece that danced between art and fashion.
9. Gigi Hadid in Miu Miu
Gigi Hadid brought retro-futurism in a Miu Miu mini-dress and matching bouffant gloves. It was playful, it was chic, and it was everything we want in a party dress.
10. Zoe Saldana in Thom Browne
Zoe Saldana flipped suiting script in a Thom Browne masterpiece, complete with exaggerated lapels and sculptural shoulder details. Sharp tailoring never looked so feminine.
11. Gabrielle Union in Prada
Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade proved couples who dress together slay together—her sparkling Prada gown was a perfect counterpoint to his tux. Red-carpet relationship goals unlocked.
12. Miley Cyrus in Alaïa
Miley Cyrus dialed up the drama in a sculpted Alaïa gown that hugged every curve and flirted with classic Hollywood glamour. She reminded us that old-school vibes still pack a punch.