At the 2025 Met Gala, Sydney Sweeney dazzled in a black sparkly Miu Miu gown inspired by Kim Novak's iconic dress in 'The Legend of Lylah Clare.' Sweeney's homage connects to a broader narrative, as she portrays Novak in the upcoming film 'Scandalous,' showcasing a forbidden romance with Sammy Davis Jr. The event celebrates Black dandyism, with Davis being a significant figure. Historical accounts reveal the challenges their romance faced, notably interference from Hollywood executives due to racial dynamics. Sweeney's fashion choice not only pays tribute to past icons but also highlights ongoing conversations about race.
Sweeney's gown is reminiscent of a memorable gown with a similar circular neckline and brooch that Novak wore in Robert Aldrich's 1967 film The Legend of Lylah Clare. Back then, Novak was riffing on the sparkly dress and brooch that Joan Crawford had worn in The Bride Wore Red (1937).
This year's Met gala celebrates the opening of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's 2025 costume exhibit on Black dandyism, and Essence calls Davis the embodiment of Black dandyism.
Harry Cohn, the head of Columbia Pictures, broke up the romance of Sammy Davis Jr. and Kim Novak by having a thug threaten to work Sammy over.
Sweeney teased what was to come by posting a photo of Novak to her Instagram stories, as she is set to play Novak in the upcoming drama Scandalous.
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