Fashion’s biggest night is almost here, and the guessing game has already begun. With the Met Gala 2025 just weeks away, this year’s dress code, Tailored for You
, is going to be all about sharp suits, statement details, and redefined elegance
. But the real question remains- who is showing up in style, and who is skipping the biggest fashion event of the year? With whispers of shocking absences and surprise appearances, the anticipation is sky-high.
The Met Gala guest list
is shaping up, but some names have already made headlines for their choices. Who is in, who is out, and what is the scoop behind the no-shows? The confirmed guest list is taking shape, and the surprises are just getting started.
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds taking another rain check
and Ryan Reynolds
are once again sitting out the Met Gala
, leaving fans wondering when they will make their grand return. Some thought the It Ends With Us
controversy played a part, but TMZ cleared the air, reporting
that, “The decision to pass on the May event was made way before that drama unfolded.”
The couple last graced the Met in 2022
, with Blake Lively stealing the show in a gown that transformed mid-carpet! Will they ever top that moment?
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Kendrick Lamar on tour, skipping the Met Gala
, but Kendrick Lamar will not be making an appearance. Instead, he will be bringing the house down in Philadelphia. On May 6, while Hollywood’s finest gather in couture, Kendrick Lamar will be electrifying the stage for his Grand National Tour
. Billboard confirmed his packed schedule, making it clear that while the Met Gala will miss him, his fans certainly will not.
SZA joins Kendrick Lamar on tour, skips Met Gala
SZA is also skipping fashion’s biggest night, but for the best reason—she is set to perform with Kendrick Lamar on
his Grand National Tour
. The ‘SOS’ singer has been on fire with her live performances, making her absence at the Met Gala understandable. Billboard’s confirmed tour schedule, shows that while she is skipping the Met, she will be stealing hearts on stage instead.
GRAND NATIONAL TOUR WITH SZA
PGLANG X TDE pic.twitter.com/VtYOBKsTQe
— LOVE (@LoveIsback24) December 3, 2024
Anna Wintour returning as co-chair
What is the Met Gala without Anna Wintour? The Vogue queen returns as co-chair
, ensuring every detail is as polished as her signature bob. Love it or hate it, Wintour’s vision keeps the event at the forefront of fashion, turning it into a journey through fashion’s biggest night,
where trends are born and history is made. Expect nothing less than perfection—and a seating chart more exclusive than the Oscars!
For anyone interested, here’s a look at how hands on Anna Wintour is about the guest list and seating chart for the Met. It’s quite literally a personal invite only event. pic.twitter.com/d2ow3Kzjvj
— Nobel💋♥️ (@NobelKnowBell) May 4, 2024
LeBron James named honorary chair
LeBron James is making his Met Gala debut
, and to be real, it is about time! The basketball legend is stepping onto a different kind of high-stakes court as an honorary chair, bringing his A-game in both style and presence. Known for his daring fashion choices (who could forget the Thom Browne shorts suit?), expect James to turn heads and show that sports and high fashion go hand in hand.
Colman Domingo co-chairing
is not just attending the Met Gala—he is co-chairing it
. And if his red carpet history is anything to go by, expect some serious show-stopping sophistication. Domingo has long been recognized for his bold yet effortless style, effortlessly mixing vintage Hollywood glamour with modern edge. Whether in a statement suit or a custom designer masterpiece, the Rustin
star will make sure all eyes are on him.
Lewis Hamilton joins as co-chair
Formula 1 icon Lewis Hamilton is no stranger to the fashion world, and now, as a Met Gala co-chair, he is making it official
. The seven-time champion has been shining a spotlight on up-and-coming designers for years, and he is sure to bring that energy to the biggest fashion event of the year. If his past looks like that lace Stella McCartney ensemble, are any hint, expect Hamilton to lap the competition on the red carpet.
Pharrell Williams co-chairing
Pharrell Williams is everywhere in fashion right now, from his role at Louis Vuitton
to his effortless street-style cred. And now, he is set to bring his vision to the Met Gala as a co-chair
. Given his history of unexpected but always on-point looks (remember that cowboy hat era?), Williams is sure to push the boundaries. The only question is—will he go classic, or will the carpet get another history-making fashion moment?
The theme for the 2025 Met Gala will be ‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style’ — based on the style of Black men throughout history.
Colman Domingo, Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky, Pharrell Williams, Anna Wintour and LeBron James will be the co-chairs. pic.twitter.com/1U6oQSmzrZ
— Pop Base (@PopBase) October 9, 2024
A$AP Rocky to take on co-chair role
A$AP Rocky has never played it safe on a red carpet, and now, as a co-chair, he is sure to make sure no one else does either. The rapper and fashion icon has served everything from bedazzled suits to full-blown quilt couture at the Met
, and 2025 will be no different as Anna Wintour pointed out, calling him and Rihanna’s the biggest trendsetters of style
this year. So, make sure to look out for Rocky’s newest look this year, that is looking to be a hot topic of discussion long after the night is over!
The all-star host committee bringing the heat
A-list talent stacks the 2025 Met Gala guest list, guaranteeing a legendary event. Sports stars Simone Biles with husband Jonathan Owens, Angel Reese, and Sha’Carri Richardson
will bring their champion energy to the carpet, while film icons Spike Lee, Tonya Lewis Lee, and Regina King
add Hollywood prestige. The music world has also been covered with Usher, Janelle Monáe, Doechii, Tyla, and André 3000
—all known for pushing their creative experimentation.
The 2025 Met Gala theme, ‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.’
Doechii, André 3000, Tyla, Ayo Edibiri and Usher are among this year’s benefit host committee. pic.twitter.com/ri1ySDUepm
— Pop Base (@PopBase) February 4, 2025
Meanwhile, literary and art legends Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Jordan Casteel, Rashid Johnson, and Kara Walker
are names set to prove that storytelling is not just for books and canvases. Rounding out the list are fashion’s finest- Grace Wales Bonner, Edward Enninful, Dapper Dan, and Olivier Rousteing
, ensuring that style reigns supreme. With this expected lineup, the 2025 Met Gala is shaping up to be nothing short of iconic.
The Met Gala is fast approaching, and the confirmed guest list is already making waves. With some icons returning and others skipping out, this year’s event promises plenty of surprises. On May 6, all eyes will be on the red carpet—will it live up to the buzz?
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Who are you most excited, or shocked to see (or not see) at the Met Gala 2025? Let us know in the comments below!
