It was the first Monday in May.

Unless you’re a fashion lover, you probably don’t know what that means.

It’s Met Gala Day!!

This year, instead of watching from home, I traveled down to Columbia South Carolina for a Met Gala Viewing Party!

Colombia Fashion Week hosted this amazing event and launched their third issue of their COLAFW publication.

The event took place at The Venue on Main Street in historic downtown Columbia.

We were greeted with live music as soon as we walked through the door.

Then grabbed a glass of champagne.

Next stop, photo op!

Everyone was on theme.

The Dress Code was Tailored for You (Dandy Chic – sharp, tailored, and confident) and everyone understood the assignment.

The 2025 Met Gala’s theme was Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.

They explored the history and influence of Black dandyism. 

Attendees were encouraged to interpret the theme with menswear and tailored styles. 

Dandyism is a style that places a high value on personal appearance and grooming, often involving bespoke tailoring, bold colors, and carefully chosen accessories.

We enjoyed a live stream of the red carpet while we mingled with fellow Dandy Lions.

COLAFW also presented their two Top Models and reveled their magazine covers.

Shomari Diez Miller and Keyera Monae each received their own cover.

I was honored to meet a designer that I was preparing to write about soon.

I had no idea she would be there!

Minh Le has made the Lady Gamecocks and their coach Dawn Staley some of the most fashionable ladies on the courts. There will be an upcoming blog about Coach Staley!

Everyone was so welcoming and I truly enjoyed my night. I believe I spoke with everyone in the room!

Thank you Columbia Fashion Week for a Superfine time.