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Symbolism, tribute and spectacle: A deeper look at the 2025 Met Gala

Suiting, symbolism and theatrical flourishes took center stage at the 2025 Met Gala as stars honored Black history, culture and style through the lens of Black dandyism, an aesthetic that combines African and European style traditions and embodies both pride and resistance. CNN’s Stephy Chung decodes some of the standout looks from the red carpet.

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