An Iconic Night for Queen Latifah and Eboni Nichols at the Met Gala
The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s illustrious Met Gala returned in full splendor on May 6th, and among the star-studded attendees was none other than the legendary Queen Latifah, making her debut at fashion’s most coveted event. Accompanying her was her longtime partner, Eboni Nichols, and together, they painted the red carpet with an exquisite sartorial masterpiece that left onlookers spellbound.
Clad in a resplendent Thom Browne ensemble, Queen Latifah embodied the evening’s “The Garden of Time” theme with a mesmerizing sequined birds of paradise gown that billowed gracefully against her frame. The intricate handiwork and attention to detail were a testament to Browne’s artistry, with each sequin meticulously placed to capture the enchantment of nature’s winged marvels. Complementing her ethereal gown was a sleek black coat, adding a touch of sophistication to her red carpet look.
Eboni Nichols, Queen Latifah’s partner of over a decade, proved to be the perfect sartorial companion, donning a striking ensemble also crafted by the esteemed Thom Browne. Her ensemble featured a black and white coat, adorned with a veil headpiece that exuded an air of mystery and allure. The duo’s coordinated looks not only paid homage to the evening’s theme but also showcased their impeccable fashion sensibilities.
As the couple graced the iconic Met Gala steps, they couldn’t help but exude an infectious excitement, basking in the electrifying atmosphere that only fashion’s biggest night can conjure. In an interview with Vogue’s official red carpet livestream, Queen Latifah shared the intricate details of her gown, revealing that it was a “beautiful, intricate, very intricately, made handmade, beautiful [gown],” expressing her hope that it would be “something that people will get to study.”
Thom Browne’s admiration for Queen Latifah’s look was evident in his Instagram post, where he described her ensemble as “a gathered coat in black peau de soie with raffia and bugle bead fray tipping over a square shoulder dress embroidered with black sequins and birds of paradise in bullion, frayed raffia and satin stitch chiffon with longwing brogue heels in black sequin.” Eboni’s ensemble, he elaborated, was “an hourglass all-in-one chesterfield, sportcoat and pleated skirt in engineered checks of layered ribbon in black silk satin, wool crepe suiting, wool shetland and white silk faille over a square shoulder dress in black cavalry twill with red rose bullion applique and longwing on black patent leather dot platforms.”
The couple’s excitement was palpable, with Eboni gushing to Vogue about the exhilarating experience of walking the red carpet, exclaiming, “It’s just so exciting, all the cameras, everyone screaming Dana’s name, it’s lovely.” Queen Latifah, whose real name is Dana Elaine Owens, echoed her partner’s sentiments, expressing her thrill with the handmade Thom Browne creation and her desire to archive the piece for future generations to appreciate.
While the couple has historically kept their relationship private, their appearance at the Met Gala marked a rare and momentous occasion where they shared their love with the world. As parents to their son Rebel, Queen Latifah and Eboni Nichols have undoubtedly created a beautiful family, and their Met Gala debut solidified their status as a true fashion power couple.
