Remember last year’s Met Gala event when Serena Williams stole the show in a dazzling ‘Balenciaga’ creation? That jaw-dropping gown, crafted from 25 meters of Italian gold foil-laminated taffeta and inspired by Look 52 from the house’s 51st couture collection, took 150 hours of meticulous patternmaking. The “Memorable and glamorous piece,” was punctuated by an ethereal sash that flowed into a regal train. And after stunning her fans for six straight years, the Tennis legend returned on the red carpet which she calls “Historical” to show her fashionable side in MET’s first event centered on Black history, style, and fashion with the theme “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” The spellbinding ensemble certainly left Coco Gauff and Madison Keys speechless, dropping raw reactions of pure admiration! 

Although Williams joked on X before stepping out in the New York City event, “And one meltdown later we are finally on the way to the Met Gala,” nothing about her look hinted a meltdown. If anything, the icy blue duvet dress from Moncler x EE72 by Edward Enninful with the dewy make up made her look ethereal. The dress featured off-the-shoulder straps and a cowl neckline, with a spiral of sheer material cutting through the skirt. Ever the queen of capes, Williams completed the look with a matching shawl that was composed of fluffy down panels and satin heels by Roger Vivier.

If the look that reflected modern Cinderella wasn’t enough, she added Fred Leighton diamond drop earrings and a coordinating barrette in the shape of angel wings to add to the enchanting look. But she wasn’t done. Making a statement and truly embracing the event’s “dandy” theme, she debuted a glamorous rose-gold bob styled in beautiful finger waves. And fellow American tennis stars Coco Gauff and Madison Keys were visibly impressed by Serena’s fashion moment.

The “Tennis Channel” recently posted a video on Instagram that captured the reactions of Coco Gauff and Madison Keys to Serena Williams’ stunning Met Gala look. Reflecting on Serena’s ensemble, Coco Gauff expressed, “Serena looks really great. I saw her Instagram caption, ‘What’s a dandy without a gown,’ and I thought that she was definitely playing in the more feminine side of it… People were saying, ‘It’s not on theme,’ but I’m like, ‘If you look at a dandy, they’re usually with someone, a woman in a beautiful gown as well.’

“So I think she was perfectly on theme. Obviously the coat she’s wearing was inspiration from Andre. So, yeah, I think it was really cool.”

Madison Keys echoed Gauff’s sentiments, praising the overall presentation of the legend. “I really liked the theme this year and I feel like a lot of people nailed it. I mean, Serena looks phenomenal! The hair, I love all the accessories, the color is gorgeous. I also like the kind of off the shoulders look. I think she looks phenomenal. I’m gonna say 10/10. 10/10! She looks fantastic,” Keys declared.

Serena Williams herself provided insight into the creative vision behind her look in an interview with ‘CR Fashion Book’, revealing the romantic period drama Bridgerton as one of the inspirations. “My Met Gala look was inspired by Bridgerton, blending Regency-era elegance with the bold spirit of Black dandyism,” she added. “Fashion for me is about reclaiming space and celebrating individuality, and this look is a nod to Black excellence. It’s about combining timeless style with a modern statement of defiance and power.”

Besides celebrating her own appearance, Serena also made her thoughts known about her sister Venus Williams’ stunning Met Gala ensemble, which reflected the rising “tenniscore” trend. 

Serena Williams shares her views on her sister’s iconic Met Gala outfit

The Met Gala, an annual fundraising fashion spectacle held in NY City, brings together global celebrities for a night of bold self-expression through style. This year, tennis icon Venus Williams turned heads with a striking look that paid homage to both her sporty roots and high fashion. Stepping onto the red carpet in a ‘forest green’ ensemble, Venus embraced the event’s theme with flair and originality.

Her dress featured a sparkling, polo-style collar and a pleated skirt that delivered the perfect blend of elegance and athleticism, short in the front and extending into a flowing maxi length at the back. To complete the look, the 44-year-old layered a matching green coat, embellished with tassel fringe along the lapels and sleeve hems, adding texture and drama. Her footwear stood out as a hybrid between sneakers and loafers, staying true to her tenniscore aesthetic.

For her hairstyle, celebrity stylist Araxi Lindsey opted for a crisscross pattern that laid Venus’ hair flat, drawing inspiration from traditional African styles and vintage 1920s cuts. The look was adorned with dozens of metal clips, a stylish nod to the beaded hairstyle the 7-time GS winner famously sported in the early 2000s, an iconic moment in tennis and fashion history.

Highlighting her partnership with the brand, Venus shared a post on her IG account captioned, “#SuperfineStyle with my @lacoste family at the #METGala 🐊✨.” Her sister Serena Williams couldn’t hold back her admiration, commenting, “Wow love these poses and this lewk.” She wasn’t the only one impressed, tennis analyst Prakash Amritraj added, “Perfection 😍,” while Lacoste chimed in with their own appreciation, replying, “🔥🔥🔥.” As always, Venus Williams proves she’s just as powerful in style as she is on the court.

Despite not being on the court, the sisters’ athletic style will continue to resonate both on and off the court at the Met Gala.