André Leon Talley’s presence could be felt everywhere at the Met Gala this year. The late creative director and editor at large of Vogue magazine, who died in 2022 at age 73, heavily influenced the spirit of the costume exhibit,

Leading up to the Met Gala, several stars had already paid tribute to Talley, including Grammy winning rapper Doechii, who honored Talley's love of tennis through a sporty look, which featured a tennis racket cover designed by Louis Vuitton.

Colman Domingo embraced the Met Gala 2025 ‘s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” in a royal-inspired Valentino look. The “Four Seasons” actor wore a vibrant blue pleated cape that flowed to the floor, creating a dramatic silhouette.