For her first appearance on fashion’s most revered red carpet, Ayra Starr delivered a masterclass in elegance and thematic dressing. We take a closer look at the triumph of Ayra Starr’s Met Gala debut and the powerful statement she made.

For the 2025 Met Gala, Tems chose not spectacle, but substance. We offer a critical review of Tems’ Ozwald Boateng look, exploring how her historically resonant ensemble was one of the most intelligent and powerful statements on the red carpet.