Cover Diljit Dosanjh in Prabal Gurung at the Met Gala 2025 (Photo: courtesy of @diljitdosanjh/Instagram)
Diljit Dosanjh in Prabal Gurung at the Met Gala 2025 (Photo: courtesy of @diljitdosanjh/Instagram)
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We spotlight the Asian fashion designers such as Gaurav Gupta, Robert Wun and others, who dressed the celebs at the Met Gala 2025. From intricate embroidery to architectural silhouettes, these Asian designers brought cultural innovation to fashion’s most prestigious event
The Met Gala 2025 which celebrated the theme Superfine: Tailoring Black Style had a powerful showcase of Asian design talent on the red carpet. As celebrities increasingly turn to eastern aesthetics for statement-making fashion moments, a cohort of brilliant Asian designers demonstrated why their distinctive cultural perspectives and technical mastery deserve global recognition.
From Prabal Gurung to Robert Wun, these designers didn’t simply participate in fashion’s biggest night—they redefined it, challenging conventional notions of luxury while honouring their cultural heritage. Here, Tatler spotlights seven Asian designers whose creations commanded attention and sparked conversation at the Met Gala.
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Shaboozey in Robert Wun
Lauryn Hill in Cheney Chan
Isha Ambani in Anamika Khanna
Kiara Advani in Gaurav Gupta
Diljit Dosanjh in Prabal Gurung
Natasha Poonawalla in Manish Malhotra
Shah Rukh Khan in Sabyasachi
As Content Director at Tatler Hong Kong, Tara shapes the brand's editorial vision and reports on Asia's most influential figures — from CEOs and business leaders to designers. In her dual role as Head of VIP, she curates star-studded events and builds the relationships and communities that define the brand. Born and raised in the Middle East, she honed her craft in Dubai, crafting communication strategies for luxury brands across the Gulf. Follow her on Instagram @tarasobti.
