In a surprising twist the Vogue Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour has tapped five of the most fashionable Black men in sports and entertainment to help her co-chair the 2025 Met Gala. According to , , Lewis Hamilton, , Pharrell Williams and honorary chair will help the fashion maven co-chair the big event. What makes these men such a fascinating choice is that not only do they all have distinct styles, they’re known for not conforming to gender norms.
Inspired by Monica L. Miller’s book, “Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity,” the Costume Institute’s spring 2025 Metropolitan Museum of Art exhibit, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” will “feature garments, paintings, photographs, and more—all exploring the indelible style of Black men in the context of dandyism, from the 18th-century through present day.“ Though an official dress code won’t be announced until early 2025, we expect this exhibit to lead to a red carpet overflowing with Black Excellence.
Before the 2025 Met Gala is takes place May 5 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, let’s take a quick look at the fashion personality of these five men. LeBron James LeBron is more well known for his basketball heroics than his style, but as he’s gotten older, the superstar has been more willing to take chances with his fashion. He likes to blend traditional looks with modern touches.
You may see him in a classic suit with an interesting pin, pocket squa.
