If I Were That Rich and Influential, I’d Make Sure I Wore Pants

The Met Gala has long been the ultimate playground for celebrities to push the boundaries of fashion, a night where the wild and the surreal collide. Yet, as the 2025 edition unfolded, it became painfully clear that the line between daring expression and outright baffling exhibitionism is becoming increasingly blurred.

Enter Lisa from Blackpink, turning heads in a Louis Vuitton outfit that was as provocative as it was controversial. But what truly sparked outrage was the embroidered image of Rosa Parks placed on the most sensitive part of her bodysuit. Critics quickly condemned the choice, questioning whether it was respectful to place such a revered civil rights icon in a context that many found deeply disrespectful.

This isn’t an isolated incident. The history of the Met Gala is littered with outfits that have stirred up controversy. From Cher’s sheer Bob Mackie masterpiece in 1974 to Kim Kardashian’s controversial re-creation of Marilyn Monroe’s iconic gown in 2022, the event often teeters between homage and insensitivity. Historically, such impractical and outlandish fashion has symbolized status, rebellion, or both. Perhaps today’s “no-pants” trend is a modern attempt to challenge societal norms and embrace what some call “anti-fashion.”

But isn’t it a razor-thin line between avant-garde genius and just plain garbage? When your outfit leaves many people confused, questioning whether it’s a bold statement or a wardrobe malfunction, maybe it’s time to rethink the approach.

It also reminds me of something Christian Louboutin once said in an interview with Gulf News. He admitted he knew his insanely high heels were uncomfortable, but he shrugged it off with a “no pain, no gain.” Now, years later, he’s making sneakers. But hey, that’s a story for another day.