The 2025 Met Gala Has Officially Found Its Big Controversy. It Gets Dumber by the Hour.
Briefly

The 2023 Met Gala, themed 'Tailored for You' to celebrate Black dandyism, faced scrutiny over cultural representation. While many celebrated Black fashion advancements, concerns arose over non-Black attendees potentially misinterpreting the theme. This was particularly spotlighted by White Lotus actress and K-pop star Lisa's Louis Vuitton outfit, which featured an embellished image of civil rights icon Rosa Parks. Critics argued that this choice, alongside Lisa's recent controversies, reflected poorly on the respect for Black history and culture, igniting discussions on cultural appropriation within the fashion industry.
Lisa's Met Gala outfit, featuring an image of Rosa Parks upon a pantsless ensemble, sparked outrage for its perceived disrespect towards a civil rights icon.
The Met Gala's 'Tailored for You' theme aimed to celebrate Black dandyism, yet raised concerns about cultural appropriation and appropriateness in fashion.
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