Halle Berry Met Gala 2025 Dress Sparks Backlash

Halle Berry made a stunning return to the Met Gala in 2025 after an eight-year hiatus, but her daring outfit has left fans divided. The Oscar-winning actress stepped onto the red carpet in a sheer black striped LaQuan Smith gown that sparked criticism online.

Halle Berry faces criticism for her Met Gala 2025 look

This year’s Met Gala theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” called for interpretations of Black fashion, and Berry delivered. Her semi-sheer dress featured intricate Japanese bugle bead embroidery, a plunging neckline, and strategically placed sheer panels.

While some praised her confidence, others questioned the outfit’s appropriateness. Social media erupted with mixed reactions, with one user commenting, “Okay, that’s not a dress that’s lingerie. I’ve worn stuff like that, but…NOT in public. There’s something to be said for modesty.” Another wrote, “You are too iconic for this—fire them tmw.” One person praised the actress but criticized the dress and stated, “She’s so beautiful… but that outfit is not good.” Some people also took to Reddit to share their views. One fan wrote, “Just a resounding NO,” with another stating, “The idea is interesting, but not the execution.”

Designer LaQuan Smith called Halle Berry’s dress at the Met Gala 2025 “a mix of sexy Bond girl meets Harlem Renaissance.” The actress paired the gown with a cropped tux jacket, which she later removed, and a black netted veil. Smith revealed that Berry was deeply involved in the creative process, ensuring the dress balanced elegance with edge. “She pushed for certain cuts that enhanced her movement,” he said, adding, “Her input was always intentional, always rooted in how she wanted to feel in the piece, not just how it looked.” (via Vogue)

For Berry, the look was more than just fashion, it was a statement. “I’m just grateful to serve as a humble muse for LaQuan Smith,” she said. Smith echoed her sentiment, calling the collaboration a “full-circle moment” celebrating Black craftsmanship and Berry’s trailblazing legacy.

Originally reported by Devanshi Basu on ComingSoon.

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