For her first-ever Met Gala, LISA of BLACKPINK did what she does best: command attention. Decked out in a pantsless Louis Vuitton look—consisting of a black crystal-embellished blazer, bodysuit, sheer tights, and a pearl-detailed statement purse—Lisa redefined the boundaries of tailored femininity. Her look hit hard on glam and swagger, staying true to her bold, boundary-pushing style.
Styled with a sleek updo and her signature fierce gaze, Lisa nailed the assignment in terms of aesthetic. Her ensemble brought an edgy elegance to the 2025 theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” and its corresponding dress code, “Tailored for You.” The absence of trousers wasn’t a miss—it was a power move, reflecting Lisa’s ability to flip traditional tailoring into something entirely her own.
But where the visuals soared, controversy simmered.
Social media lit up after it was revealed that Lisa’s undergarments—partially visible beneath the sheer tights—appeared to feature imagery of civil rights icon Rosa Parks. While likely intended as a statement on Black legacy in fashion, the placement sparked immediate criticism, with many calling the choice “tone-deaf” and “disrespectful” given the context of the exhibition, which centers Black dandyism and cultural pride.
Though some defended the look as avant-garde and boundary-breaking, others felt it crossed a line between tribute and appropriation, especially in light of Lisa’s past cultural controversies.
It’s clear Lisa intended to bring her global star power to the Met Gala with a bold, menswear-inspired twist. Her makeup, posture, and presence were all flawless. But in this case, the intention may have been overshadowed by miscalculated symbolism.
At Vogue Vocal we think Lisa’s Met Gala debut was a moment—glamorous, daring, unforgettable—but not without complication. She brought edge and confidence to the carpet, but also reminded us that fashion statements, especially on historically significant nights, come with weight. The conversation she sparked might just outlast the sparkle of the look itself.
Should the Met Gala encourage bolder statements like Lisa’s, or demand tighter sensitivity in execution?
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