The 2025 Met Gala, one of the most anticipated fashion events of the year, saw a star-studded lineup of celebrities adorned in bespoke creations by Louis Vuitton’s Men’s Creative Director, Pharrell Williams. The iconic fashion house served as the official sponsor of the Costume Institute’s Spring 2025 exhibition, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, with Williams taking on the role of co-chair for the illustrious event held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
A Dandy Vision: Pharrell Williams’ Louis Vuitton Debut at the Met Gala
Pharrell Williams made his official debut as Louis Vuitton’s Men’s Creative Director at the Met Gala in an unforgettable display of sartorial artistry. His look featured a bespoke double-breasted evening jacket, crafted in latticed strings of pearls that created a pinstriped effect. This striking piece was complemented by flared black wool trousers and LV Jazz derbies, finished with the Speedy P9 Bandoulière 20 bag in burgundy crocodile leather — a nod to his signature eclectic style while aligning with the theme of Black dandyism.
Star-Studded Guest List and Bespoke Louis Vuitton Creations
Louis Vuitton’s runway for the night was a celebration of Black dandyism, showcasing custom ensembles designed by Pharrell Williams for a notable array of celebrities:
- Future – Tailored track jacket and pleated flared trousers in a grey Prince of Wales jacquard, enriched with burgundy highlights, hand-embroidered crystals, and red beads.
- Zendaya – White matte silk tuxedo with flared trousers and a wide-brimmed hat, channeling 1980s Black female power-dressing aesthetics.
- Callum Turner – Double-breasted blazer in textured jacquard and flared trousers, finished with pearl-studded LV Oxford brogues.
- Lisa – Boned basque jacket adorned with a black lace artwork by Henry Taylor, layered over a corseted body and Monogram tights.
- Pusha-T – Double-breasted burgundy pinstriped suit with fading crystals and pearl-encrusted buttons, embodying modern Black dandyism.
- Jeremy Allen White – Understated three-piece pinstriped suit with Pharrell Williams’ flared silhouette.
- Doechii – Pearl-encrusted tailcoat paired with Damier Azur shorts and burgundy leather Mary-Janes, evoking eighteenth-century Afro-Caribbean dandyism.
- Malcolm Washington – Classic black Italian wool tuxedo with satin lapels, LV Bubble loafers, and a 1.78-carat LV Monogram Star cut diamond.
- Sabrina Carpenter – Burgundy wool tailcoat with a dramatic train and corseted body, merging London’s Savile Row precision with Parisian haute couture.
- Henry Taylor – Prince of Wales jacquard overshirt and pleated trousers adorned with his signature artwork in pearl embroidery.
Pharrell Williams and the Future of Black Dandyism
The 2025 Met Gala showcased Pharrell Williams’ visionary approach to Black dandyism, merging his eclectic style with Louis Vuitton’s timeless sophistication. The exhibition, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, explores the evolution of Black dandyism, celebrating its cultural significance and its impact on contemporary fashion. Each creation exemplified the power of fashion as a medium for self-expression, honoring a rich legacy while setting a bold new standard for the future of menswear at Louis Vuitton.
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