Ozwald Boateng, Prince Gyasi and Jude Dontoh
The MET Gala, one of the most prestigious nights in global fashion, once again captured the world’s attention on May 5, 2025, with dazzling couture and bold statements.
While it is a traditionally Hollywood-centric affair, African creatives are increasingly leaving their mark on the iconic red carpet, and this year, Ghana was proudly represented.
Although no Ghanaian celebrities received individual invitations to attend the 2025 MET Gala, three Ghanaian designers and creatives contributed significantly to the evening’s fashion highlights.
Here’s a look at the Ghanaians whose work graced the MET Gala carpet:
1. Jude Dontoh
Legendary musician Lauryn Hill turned heads with a striking butter-yellow tuxedo gown designed by Ghanaian fashion designer Jude Dontoh of Tribe of God.
The custom ensemble featured intricate embroidery, a sculptural train, and royal Ghanaian symbolism that celebrated Afro-spiritual elegance.
Highlights included the Benkyinie umbrella motif, a tribute to Ghanaian royalty, and a bold cerulean blue Hermès bag that tied the look together, paying homage to Hill’s legacy and feminine strength.
Dontoh’s craftsmanship earned her a spot among the night’s best-dressed, alongside icons like Rihanna and Madonna.
Co-founded with George Malm and Emmanuel Sam-Amoah, Dontoh’s Tribe of God has worked with international names such as Sean Paul, Sony, and Spotify, establishing him as a visionary in global fashion.
2. Ozwald Boateng
Ghanaian-British designer Ozwald Boateng once again brought his iconic blend of Afro-futurism and Savile Row sophistication to the global stage.
Nigerian music stars Burna Boy and Tems both wore Ozwald Boateng’s designs on the MET Gala carpet.
Burna Boy impressed in a burgundy jacquard suit paired with an oxblood trench-cape, exuding regal confidence.
Tems, on the other hand, stunned in an indigo wax mermaid gown with a Victorian-inspired headpiece, merging traditional West African aesthetics with avant-garde glamour.
Boateng’s influence continues to bridge cultures, redefining modern tailoring with his signature blend of heritage and innovation.
3. Prince Gyasi
Celebrated Ghanaian visual artist Prince Gyasi Nyantakyi, the grandson of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II (Asantehene), also made an unexpected but powerful appearance, through art.
American businessman and socialite Michael Braun walked the red carpet wearing a shirt from Balmain’s Fall/Winter 2024 collection, which featured Gyasi’s artwork.
Gyasi had originally collaborated with French fashion house Balmain during Paris Fashion Week in 2024.
A year later, his vivid and emotionally resonant imagery made it onto one of the world’s biggest fashion stages, underscoring his growing global acclaim in both the fashion and art worlds.
From fashion design to fine art, these three Ghanaians showcased the country’s cultural brilliance on one of fashion’s grandest stages, proving once again that Ghana’s creative influence knows no bounds.
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