The 2025 Met Gala, themed “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style”, delivered an unforgettable evening of fashion that paid tribute to the legacy of Black dandyism. With a dress code titled “The Garden of Time”, this year’s event turned its attention to tailoring and the transformative power of accessories—especially ties. From traditional neckwear to conceptual reinterpretations, ties at the Met Gala became a unifying thread linking fashion’s past, present, and future.
Among the most striking looks of the evening was Demi Moore’s Thom Browne masterpiece—a black-and-white beaded gown designed to resemble an oversized tie. With over 1.4 million beads and 7,600 hours of craftsmanship, the sculptural design featured a bodice mimicking a tie knot and a looped detail over her head. Moore’s look didn’t just reference ties—it transformed the tie into couture art, blending heritage with high concept.
Co-chair Colman Domingo also embraced the theme with sophistication. Wearing a two-part Valentino ensemble, Domingo paired a black-and-grey checkered coat with a silk cream shirt and cropped white vest. The show-stopping detail? A polka-dotted silk ascot and a white floral brooch, adding both color and historical depth to his tailored look. His ensemble captured the essence of Black dandyism—pride, precision, and flair.
The Gala also explored the tie’s place in gender-fluid fashion. Janelle Monáe made waves in two tie-centric looks: first, a pinstripe suit dress with a bowler hat and monocle, then a nautical-themed after-party outfit with a black-and-white striped tie, blazer, and matching shorts. Her styling pushed boundaries, reimagining ties as tools for bold, expressive fashion narratives.
Doechii, known for her fearless style, donned a crisp white Louis Vuitton shorts suit with tuxedo-style tails. A sharp white tie completed the monochrome look, proving that classic menswear elements can be made modern, fresh, and utterly feminine.
These looks revealed one clear truth: ties are far from just formal accessories—they’re vehicles of self-expression. Whether through traditional patterns, reimagined silhouettes, or bold monochromatic statements, ties at the 2025 Met Gala represented a fashion renaissance.
At James Morton Ties, we celebrate this spirit of reinvention. Inspired by the Gala’s elegance, our bespoke British ties embrace timeless craftsmanship while embracing modern style. As ties continue to evolve, we remain ready to produce whatever ties that our customers desire to wear!
Image credit: Getty Images / Demi Moore
