BLACKPINK's Lisa Makes Dazzling Met Gala Debut Amid Controversy
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On May 5, 2025, BLACKPINK's Lisa Manobal made her first appearance at the Met Gala, held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Embracing the event's theme, "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," Lisa wore a striking Louis Vuitton ensemble. Her outfit, featuring a glittering blazer, sheer panels, matching underwear, logo-printed tights, and black accessories, garnered widespread attention and praise for its bold fashion statement.
However, controversy arose when observers speculated that the embroidery on her lingerie depicted civil rights icon Rosa Parks. A representative for artist Henry Taylor, who collaborated with Pharrell Williams on the design, clarified that the figure was not Rosa Parks but one of Taylor’s neighbors. Taylor's artworks, drawn from his personal life, were used in Pharrell’s debut collection for Louis Vuitton in 2023. The intricate lace design on Lisa’s outfit incorporated these portraits, none of which depict well-known historical figures.
Lisa's appearance at the Met Gala underscores her growing influence in the fashion world, complementing her roles as a Louis Vuitton and Bulgari ambassador. Her participation also highlights the increasing presence of K-pop artists on global fashion stages.
