Nigerian Singer Tems Dazzles in Ankara at 2025 Met Gala

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Nigerian Singer Tems Dazzles in Ankara at 2025 Met Gala

Nigerian music sensation Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, made a striking appearance at the 2025 Met Gala, earning both praise and criticism for her bold fashion choice.

The prestigious fashion event, held on May 5 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, brought together global celebrities under this year’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” The theme centered around the evolution of suits and menswear within Black culture, encouraging diverse interpretations.

Tems, a Grammy-winning artist known for her distinct style and voice, turned heads with her outfit—a structured, buttoned-up suit dress made from vibrant blue Ankara fabric. She accessorized it with a green cravat and a matching green umbrella, bringing a culturally rich African twist to the night’s menswear-inspired theme.

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@Trubluluisdead said: ” love the nod to the motherland 😍.”

@Dedejiofficial said: “She slayed! The Ankara fabric! The tie matching with the umbrella! The hair, using the tie as a hairband is everything !😍”

@Henrietta_m said: “I love her but I think Nigerian tailors could have done more!!”

@Yourpersonalhypegirl wrote: “So Beautiful! So Regal! So African! So Marketable! So Trophy! Go Tems!!! Up Naija.”

@Sylves__star said: “Even if you wanted to use Ankara, why use the burial type 😭😭.. who is Tem’s stylist?”