Tonight, the 2025 Met Gala put a spotlight on Black dandyism—and slick suits dominated the evening, a fitting choice given the dress code called for a “Tailored For You” look. Punctuating all of those super-slick lapels? Luxurious brooches proved to be a breakout trend of the night—whether they were shimmering diamond styles, or vintage crystal costume versions. These dazzling brooches added a dash of sophistication to all the more rigid formal tailoring looks.
Some of the standouts? Chance the Rapper shined in his Jean Schlumberger by Tiffany & Co. Daisy Bud brooch, made in platinum and 18-carat yellow gold with rubellites of over 3 total carats and diamonds. Both Usher and Paul Tazewell looked to Fred Leighton for their Art Deco diamond brooches. A$AP Rocky looked to a Bulgari High Jewelry brooch in pink gold with four round diamonds, four buff-top rubellites, 20 step cut diamonds, and even more pavé-set diamonds.
Lewis Hamilton stood out in a Briony Raymond brooch from the 1980s made of white, yellow, and pink diamonds. Ayo Edebiri, meanwhile, chose a more whimsical piece to punctuate her thoughtful Ferragamo outfit—a Cartier clip brooch, shaped into a dog, that was made of 18-carat yellow gold, rubies, enamel. It was sourced from 1966.
Vintage brooches also had a moment on the Met steps. Tessa Thompson, for one, chose a floral brooch from Saidian Vintage. Colin Kaepernick also donned an archival white gold brooch. Whether they were throwback designs or priceless diamond pieces, one thing was clear: Brooches were the dandy finishing touch of the night.
Below, see some of the best brooches from the 2025 Met Gala.