The Met Gala is fashion’s biggest night, and as the 2025 edition approaches, one name has fans buzzing louder than most: Taylor Swift. Will she make her long-awaited return to the Met steps this year? Here’s everything we know (and what we don’t) about Swift’s possible appearance.
So… Is She Going?
As of now, Taylor Swift’s attendance at the 2025 Met Gala has not been confirmed. There’s no official word from her team, Vogue, or the event’s organizers. That said, Swifties are on high alert, and with good reason.
The 2025 Met Gala is set for Monday, May 5, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. And unlike previous years, Taylor doesn’t seem to be locked into any touring commitments or major promotional events right now.
Why the Speculation?
For starters, Taylor hasn’t attended the Met Gala since 2016, when she co-chaired the event in a futuristic silver Louis Vuitton mini dress. Since then, she’s skipped every year, either due to tour conflicts, album launches, or her ongoing pursuit of privacy.
But 2025 feels different. With no active tour dates and a relatively open schedule, many fans believe the stars (and sequins) might finally align for her return.
Adding fuel to the fire: Travis Kelce, Swift’s current boyfriend, has been spotted in New York City in recent days, prompting rumors that the couple could attend the Met Gala together. A red carpet debut at fashion’s biggest night? It would break the internet.
Would Taylor Fit the Theme?
The 2025 Met Gala theme is “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” a celebration of Black dandyism, menswear, and cultural influence. This year’s focus isn’t necessarily in Taylor’s typical aesthetic wheelhouse, which leans more into romantic, ethereal, or retro styles. That said, Swift has been known to adapt brilliantly to theme constraints (see: her snake-studded Reputation era or moody “Lover” looks).
Still, some fans argue that this might actually be the reason she skips it, choosing to let Black artists and designers rightfully take the spotlight for a theme deeply rooted in Black fashion history and identity.
Will She Walk with Travis?
Now this is the wildcard. Swift and Kelce have been steadily going public with their relationship, showing up at football games, concerts, and date nights. But they haven’t made a formal red carpet debut yet, and the Met Gala would be a high-impact place to start.
If the NFL star does appear at the Met (which is still unconfirmed), Swift’s presence alongside him would mark one of the biggest celebrity couple moments of the year. That said, both have also shown a preference for keeping things low-key lately, so a no-show wouldn’t be shocking either.
What We’re Watching
- No tour dates: Swift is off the road she recovers from her record-breaking eras tour
- Travis in NYC: Kelce’s recent NYC appearance has fans guessing about joint appearances.
- No official guest list: The Met keeps its RSVP list under tight wraps until the event itself, so until cameras flash on the Met steps, it’s all speculation.
Final Verdict?
We still don’t know if Taylor Swift will attend the 2025 Met Gala, but the possibility is very real. And given her schedule, her relationship buzz, and the years since her last appearance, the timing feels right.
If she does show up, expect social media to go into full meltdown mode. And if she doesn’t? Well, she’s still Taylor Swift. She doesn’t need a red carpet to steal the show.
