Ancestral Elegance: See What Nigerians and People of Nigerian Descent Wore to the Met Gala 2025
Nigerians and people of Nigerian descent left an indelible mark on the Met Gala. Beyond the debates about their outfits, attending such a prestigious event, where only the elites attend, is a big deal. People of Nigerian heritage, being among the esteemed guest list, speak to the globalization of Nigerian talent. The Met Gala, which began in 1948, is an American fashion and charity event where funds are raised for the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. A record number of people of Nigerian descent attended this year, all dressed impressively in designer outfits from the world’s best designers, such as Givenchy, Tommy Hilfiger, Robert Wun, Ozwald Boateng, and many others. Their outfits reflected the theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” highlighting the inherent stylishness and dandyism of Black people. For instance, Tems incorporated her cultural roots with an Ankara gown, Ayo Edebiri used beads that reflect her Edo heritage, while Damson Idris channelled the sharp elegance of early 20th-century African Americans. Feast your eyes on the style that Nigerians and people of Nigerian heritage brought to the Met Gala: Damson Idris in Tommy Hilfiger View this post on Instagram A post shared by Damson Idris (@damsonidris) […]
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