Lewis Hamilton's Met Gala evolution: A masterclass in modern menswear

Lewis Hamilton has always delivered stunning and thought-provoking fashion moments at the Met Gala. He is not just a racing icon but a style icon too. From his debut in 2015 to his co-chair shine in 2025, the F1 champion has leveraged fashion as a means of cultural exchange, art, and personal expression. Here is a look back at all of his Met Gala appearances and fashion choices.

2025 – Co-chair Glamour

Lewis Hamilton stole the show as a co-chair of the 2025 Met Gala, alongside fashion designer Grace Wales Bonner in a regal ivory ensemble. He wore a cropped tuxedo jacket, satin-striped high-waisted trousers, and an embroidered ivory sash. Old-school glamour with a twist was completed with a white bow tie, sequinned brooches, and a slanted Stephen Jones Millinery beret. Fresh from flying into the Miami Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton hijacked the evening's theme and executed it with style and panache.

2024 – Dark Drama & Royal Flair

Taking a radical turn, Lewis Hamilton opted to wear an all-black outfit with a draped embroidered coat over a sharp black suit. The highlight of the outfit was an unconventional gold chain neckpiece, with regal and spiritual connotations. Overall, the outfit was a blend of stern power and understated luxury.

2021 – Sheer Statements

Lewis Hamilton's 2021 entrance was a revolutionary moment of inclusivity. Wearing Kenneth Nicholson, he shone the light on new Black designers. The black tuxedo had a white lace panel beneath that was nearly translucent and swept from the jacket to the leg, pairing classic tailoring with alien fabrics.

2019 – Zigzag Elegance

Lewis Hamilton wore one of his most experimental outfits. A black and silver zigzag patterned suit made a graphic statement, exuding energy and dynamism—perfect for an F1 champion. White accents and layered accessories kept it formal amidst visual chaos.

2018 – Angelic Embellishment

Lewis Hamilton returned in all white, wearing an antique-style suit with embroidered lapels and diamond-studded collars on a shirt. Unadorned and somewhat baroque, yet clean and neat and symbolic, all of this was fitting to the ‘Heavenly Bodies’ ambience of the night. Subtle sharpness but not over-the-top, it accentuated his refined maturity.

2017 – Velvet Power

A green velvet dinner jacket and black trousers with loafers provided a rich, textured appearance to Hamilton. Round shades and the chain brooch added an air of retro chic and confidence to the overall ensemble, demonstrating that he was comfortably in light-hearted, unorthodox extravagance.

2016 – Double-Breasted Brocade

Hamilton sported a black tuxedo in 2016, streamlined and subtly patterned. Its subtly futuristic lustre and traditional cut enabled the suit to play along with the ‘Manus x Machina’ theme perfectly, showing respect for tradition as well as for technology.

2015 – The Bold Debut

Hamilton first walked the Met Gala red carpet in a bright blue tuxedo with satin-black lapels and a waistcoat to match. The finely cut costume was timeless yet attention-grabbing, launching what would be a renowned fashion profile.
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From striking patterns and textures to refined simplicity and cultural tribute, Lewis Hamilton has turned the Met Gala red carpet into his catwalk. What was your favourite look?