The queen of avant-garde has officially arrived. Grammy Award-winning rapper and Florida native Doechii makes her Met Gala debut tonight, turning the iconic steps into a runway rooted in heritage and high fashion. As a member of this year’s newly revived Host Committee, she shows up in true Doechii form—bold, intentional, and unapologetically Black.
Styled by Pharrell for Louis Vuitton, she stuns in a tailored two-piece cream suit: a long monogrammed jacket, matching plaid shorts, a burgundy silk tie, and a mini purse to tie it all together. The look is topped off with the LV logo delicately stamped on her cheek—because of course Doechii’s going to add her own flair.
This moment is far from random. Just days ago, Doechii drops a major hint on Instagram, referencing an iconic André Leon Talley photo by posing with Louis Vuitton luggage, foreshadowing tonight’s homage. Her signature afro stands tall, a radiant crown that roots her look in Black beauty and style. She walks with the spirit of the legends before her, while clearly carving out a lane of her own.
In an interview with Vogue on the carpet, Doechii shares that her Met Gala look is inspired by Julius Soubise, a Black 18th-century dandy and central figure in Monica L. Miller’s book Slaves to Fashion—which also serves as the foundation for tonight’s “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” theme. She makes it clear: this is not just fashion, this is storytelling.
The references go deep. Soubise’s blend of rebellion and elegance lives through Doechii tonight, down to the fabric choices and regal posture. The LV branding on her face? A signature twist, using face tape and embellishments she’s become known for. With her trusted stylist Sam Wolff behind the look, her Met moment blends legacy with boundary-pushing glam.
It’s no surprise that Doechii ends up one of the night’s biggest fashion standouts. After owning Paris Fashion Week in Schiaparelli, Miu Miu, and Chloe, it only makes sense that Louis Vuitton would be her next chapter. And tonight? She’s not just wearing the clothes—she’s embodying the culture.
From honoring André Leon Talley to channeling Soubise, Doechii’s first Met Gala look is more than just a serve. It’s a full-circle moment that celebrates Black expression, legacy, and the art of fashion as liberation.