Former Vice President Kamala Harris made a surprise appearance at the Met Gala Monday, though she opted to skip out of the event’s red carpet.
For her first Met, Harris wore a custom look from Off-White designed by creative director IB Kamara. The luxury fashion brand was founded by the late Virgil Abloh, a widely celebrated pioneer of fashion who arguably defined modern streetwear.
The former presidential candidate’s two-tone black-and-white dress featured a sweeping sleeve and long scarf, and she accessorized with some statement jewelry and a clutch purse. Harris’ husband, Doug Emhoff, was also in attendance and donned a tuxedo from Brunello Cucinelli.
Kamala Harris stuns at the Met Gala. pic.twitter.com/aHtwmu9Xss
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When reflecting on the Met Gala’s theme this year, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” which celebrates Black dandyism and its lasting legacy on aesthetic and culture, Harris noted: “Art has always had a significant impact on not just culture, but also our policies and politics.”
“Artistic expression—whether it’s dance, music, visual arts, or fashion—has a way of capturing the mood and language of the people without words,” she continued. “Art has the power to shape the conversation about where we are today and where we need to go.”
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