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Halle Berry made jaws drop—some in awe, others in shock—when she hit the blue carpet at the 2025 Met Gala in a seriously bold outfit. The Oscar-winning actress went full glam with a black and silver ensemble that featured a plunging neckline and dramatic striped detailing on the skirt. But it wasn’t just the glam that had people talking.
The 57-year-old Monster’s Ball star pushed the fashion envelope by skipping underwear altogether. Her dress left both her torso and lower region exposed through sheer panels, putting her at major risk of a wardrobe malfunction. Still, she carried herself like a pro, gracefully posing for the flashing cameras with zero hesitation.
To finish the edgy look, Berry threw on a black satin jacket, a mesh face veil, and kept her accessories simple—a delicate silver necklace and matching earrings. The gown also featured a trailing end that swept across the blue carpet in dramatic fashion.
But Berry wasn’t the only one ditching pants at this year’s event. Pop singer Sabrina Carpenter also turned heads in a maroon suit that bared her legs completely.
As always, the internet had opinions—lots of them. While some fans appreciated Berry’s fearless fashion, others felt she had taken it too far. One user commented, “Halle… my girl. I expected more from you. We get it. The body is bodying and you’ve aged like fine wine. But this is not the move.” Another wrote, “She’s still hot but doesn’t need to dress like that.” A third wasn’t holding back, saying, “Her outfit was disgraceful. You could see her pubic area.”
This year’s Met Gala theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” was inspired by Monica L. Miller’s book Slave to Fashion. The theme celebrated Black Dandyism—a style rooted in resistance, elegance, and historical references to European fashion adapted by the African diaspora.
Berry’s look may have stirred some controversy, but it also sparked conversation—proving once again that the Met Gala isn’t just about clothes. It’s about statements, risks, and, sometimes, a little shock value.