LOS ANGELES (AP) — Black dandyism is taking center stage at the Met Gala, with cultural powerhouses leading this subversive, sharply tailored style into the global fashion spotlight.

Black dandyism—the theme of the 2025 Met Gala—isn’t just about fashion. For generations, it has served as a political movement that challenges stereotypes and reimagines Black identity.

Since the early 1800s, Black men have used tailoring and fashion as tools for self-expression, character, values and cultural identity. There are certain fundamental aspects of Dandyism: ...

Dandyism was at the heart of Monday’s Met Gala, but Black dandyism isn’t limited to expensive couture — it’s displayed daily. Michael Henry Adams had reached a fashion crossroads by the ...

That is what attendees can expect, to be a part of the Black dandyism event while learning the history and why it matters. “We want the more, not the lesser,” DeShield said. “I want hats.

Historically, dandyism existed in the Black diaspora for centuries, but fully flowered during the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s in a time when Blacks were creating a movement and flourishing in ...

Black stars showcase Dandyism in Vogue's 2025 Met Issue ahead of the Met Gala (Photo credit: Tyler Mitchell/Vogue) The Met Gala is putting Black history and fashion at the forefront through its ...

Black dandyism is taking center stage at the Met Gala, with cultural powerhouses leading this subversive, sharply tailored style into the global fashion spotlight. As a gala host committee member ...

This year's Met Gala theme and dress code are inspired by Monica L. Miller's 2009 book, "Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity," per USA TODAY.

Alston is among four designers featured in a new exhibit “Superfine at the Gantt: Exploring Black Dandyism,” an evening long program, fashion show and panel, taking place May 2 at the Gantt ...

LOS ANGELES — Black dandyism is taking center stage at the Met Gala, with cultural powerhouses leading this subversive, sharply tailored style into the global fashion spotlight. As a gala host ...