Teyana Taylor transformed the red carpet into a living tribute to the legacy of Black tailoring at the 2025 Met Gala. Embracing the event’s theme—”Superfine: Tailoring Black Style”—she stunned in a custom red three-piece pinstripe suit. The tailored ensemble, complete with a red vest accentuated by subtle silver chain details, paid homage to the Harlem Renaissance, echoing the spirit of Black sartorial excellence that defined an era.
But it wasn’t just the suit that turned heads. Draped over her shoulders was an extravagant red padded cape, its train intricately embroidered with the words “Harlem Rose”—a signature nod to her influential 2018 anthem and the cultural lineage of Black style. Accessorizing with red leather gloves, a bright red cane, and a matching fedora with a feathered detail, Teyana’s look was a master class in integrating historical symbolism with modern-edge tailoring. Moreover, her collaboration with two-time Academy Award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter lent the design an additional layer of narrative depth, bridging the gap between past and present fashion iconography.
The entire ensemble served not only as a statement of high fashion but also as an unmistakable exclamation of cultural pride and empowerment—a celebration that resonated both on the red carpet and beyond.
