Taraji P. Henson made a powerful statement at the 2025 Met Gala, celebrating “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” with an outfit that artfully combined cultural homage and cutting-edge tailoring. Arriving at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025, Henson’s look was a custom collaboration—melding elements from Monse x Post-Imperial with Aquazzura accents. Her ensemble centered on a crisp white corset mini dress layered under a cropped white tuxedo jacket with tails, paired with a matching hat and a classic cane. This striking combination evoked traditional menswear sensibilities while reimagining them through a contemporary, feminine lens.
The choice of white was especially significant. It paid homage to Yoruba cultural traditions, in which white symbolizes transformation, spirituality, and renewal. As Henson explained during her appearance, her look was inspired by the women who honored deities through their attire—a tribute rooted in history and personal meaning. At 54, Henson reflected a journey of reinvention and inner peace, emphasizing that her evolved style was a deliberate celebration of transformation: she had fought hard for the peace she now enjoys, and her outfit was an outward expression of that testimonial strength.
