Actor Colman Domingo gains critical acclaim for his performance in Sing Sing and stands out as a fashion icon, earning a co-chair role at the 2025 Met Gala where he will help spotlight Black dandyism with his signature tailored looks and bold accessorizing.
During the 2025 award season, Colman Domingo emerged as a standout figure not only for his acting talents but also for his distinctive fashion sense, earning widespread acclaim across multiple reputable Best Dressed lists. The actor’s performance in the film Sing Sing, where he portrayed Divine G, a man discovering purpose through the Rehabilitation Through the Arts program while incarcerated, brought him significant critical recognition and numerous award nominations. Alongside his growing acclaim in cinema, Domingo captivated audiences with his bold and meticulous approach to style on the red carpet.
Recognizing his influential presence in fashion, Domingo has been named co-chair of the prestigious 2025 Met Gala, joining an illustrious group including Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton, musicians A$AP Rocky and Pharrell Williams, Vogue editor Anna Wintour, and honorary co-chair LeBron James. The event coincides with the Costume Institute’s spring 2025 exhibition titled “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” which is inspired by Monica L. Miller’s scholarly work Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity. This exhibition delves into twelve distinct characteristics of Black dandyism, exploring themes related to style and identity within the Black diaspora.
The theme for the Met Gala evening, “tailored for you,” offers Domingo and his styling team, Wayman and Micah, a prime opportunity to showcase their signature blend of tailored sophistication and innovative accessorizing. Vogue highlights Domingo’s commitment to style, noting that his efforts are always palpable, whether at major award ceremonies or smaller public appearances. Unlike many of his male counterparts who might opt for safer, more traditional choices, Domingo consistently experiments with his attire. His Critics Choice Awards look—a finely tailored mustard yellow suit complemented by a textured gold coat from Valentino Haute Couture—remains one of his most memorable fashion moments. Even when he chooses classic tuxedos, he personalizes these looks with bold jewelry, including brooches, layered necklaces, rings, and bracelets.
Speaking to Vogue, stylists Wayman and Micah describe Domingo’s fashion sensibility as aligned with his Sagittarius personality: playful and expressive in all aspects of life. “We love putting him in tailored ’fits that highlight his stature, and we love using accessories to innovate and elevate his looks,” they said. They further emphasized that Domingo’s “energy, confidence, and charisma always take every red carpet moment to the next level,” adding an intangible quality that enhances every ensemble he dons.
Domingo’s impact extends beyond traditional fashion circles, stirring excitement and admiration on social media platforms. On X, one fan expressed the challenge of keeping up with his style by posting, “How do you expect me to wear a suit when Colman Domingo walks the earth?!” This reaction reflects the wide anticipation surrounding Domingo’s future fashion choices, particularly for the high-profile Met Gala.
As Domingo graces the May 2025 cover of Vogue, the publication invites readers to revisit some of his most iconic looks to date, celebrating his transformative role in contemporary male fashion and his growing influence at the intersection of cinema and style.
Source: Noah Wire Services
