
Doechii Is The Perfect Black Dandy
There’s no mistake that Doechii understood tonight’s assignment. Of all the celebs who have hit the carpet so far, I’d argue that she’s one of very few who elected to channel exactly what Black dandyism represents: history, fine tailoring, resistance and, most of all, Black pride.
Doechii nailed the “Tailored For You” theme to a T, sporting a monogrammed Louis Vuitton blazer and tailored shorts with a cigar in hand for her Met Gala debut. She even topped it off with a set of shiny grills and her hair in a perfectly rounded afro. I love it. The Grammy-winning rapper, who’s also on this year’s host committee, admitted she was “a little nervous” about her first time at the event, but told Vogue livestream hosts Teyana Taylor and Ego Nwodim she’s happy to be in the building, especially considering this year’s theme.
“This is one of the biggest nights in fashion. And for it to be so Black… I’m present, I’m here.” That you are Doechii. And we see you.