Superfine at the Gantt: Exploring Black Dandyism

Fri May 02 2025 at 07:00 pm to 11:00 pm UTC-04:00

Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture | Charlotte

Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture
Publisher/HostHarvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture
Superfine at the Gantt: Exploring Black Dandyism
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Explore the 2025 Met Gala’s theme of “Tailoring Black Style” and Black Dandyism.
About this Event

From the mind of , Superfine at the Gantt is a celebration of the indelible contributions to fashion from Black people. For hundreds of years, we have used fashion as a medium for revolution and ascension and sparked global inspiration.

Inspired by the 2025 Met Gala — Superfine: Tailoring Black Style — we will feature elite Black fashion designers, brands, and creatives through an interactive exhibit, a rotating runway panel, photo activations, VIP experience, and more.


Attire:

Guests are encouraged to dress inspired by Black Dandyism, a type of Black fashion deeply tied to the Black American experience. Learn more about Black Dandyism and the Met Gala theme , and take a look at Monica L. Miller’s 2009 book Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity, .


Among many activations, the experience will include:

  • Met Gala-themed photoshoot by
  • Exhibition curated by , , , and - Sponsored by Nouveau Chapeau Vintage and Archive CLT
  • Fashion Show + designer panel discussion
  • Red Carpet photoshoots
  • #SuperfineCLTSounds DJ'd by
  • Rooftop party to close out the night
  • Special catering by Big Worm Empanadas and The Thicc Co.


Stay tuned for the schedule and featured artist lineup!


Ticketing details:

General Admission: General access to the public activations

VIP Experience:

  • Early rooftop access
  • Exclusive networking with Charlotte’s elite fashion creators & tastemakers
  • Free drinks
  • Exclusive catering


All tickets are non-refundable.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture, 551 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, United States

Tickets

USD 0.00 to USD 59.20

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