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Kerry Washington Pops Into Angular Ivory Satin Platform Pumps for the Met Gala 2025 Red Carpet

This year's theme was "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style."

Kerry Washington turned heads while on the blue floral carpet for the 2025 Met Gala held yesterday in New York. This year’s theme was “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.”

The “Django Unchained” star popped on a pair of sleek and sophisticated ivory pumps. The chosen style featured satin ivory uppers with a slightly shiny finish, accompanied by structural pointed toes. The geometric toes gave way to slight platform soles that offered Washington’s look a subtle lift. 4 to 5-inch stiletto heels rounded out the sharp set, creating length and drama.

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Kerry Washington attends the 2025 Met Gala celebrating “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025, in New York. FilmMagic

For those looking to channel Washington’s elegant Met Gala moment, comparable styles can be purchased via top brands like Dolce & Gabbana, Jessica Simpson, Steve Madden, Jimmy Choo, Christian Louboutin and Dolce Vita, among others. The most similar style to Washington’s own is Le Silla’s Uma silhouette, although the finishes differ.

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The “Shadow Force” actress went for a monochrome ivory ensemble to match her footwear, hailing from Simkhai. The custom look featured a cream colored blazer with a plunging neckline, accompanied by a maxi-length skirt made of sheer iridescent ivory fabric. Washington also wore dainty mesh gloves and a wide-brimmed hat.

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A closer look at Kerry Washington’s shoes. Getty Images

The 2025 Met Gala was held yesterday in New York. The theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” celebrates all things African American styles and culture. This year’s co-chairs include Colman Domingo, Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky and Pharrell Williams, along with Vogue’s Editor In Chief Anna Wintour. The gala gathers top stars from all walks of life, celebrating the arts and fashion for one night each year on the first Monday in May.

Kerry Washington, Walton Goggins at The 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York, New York.
Kerry Washington, Walton Goggins at The 2025 Met Gala Celebrating “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York, New York. Michael Buckner/Penske Media

Washington’s style versatility has led to several memorable looks through the years since she took over Hollywood. Recently, the star has been pulling from top shoe designers like Jimmy Choo, Chanel, Magda Butrym, Balenciaga, Christian Louboutin, Burberry and Andrea Wazen.