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With a social media handle like King Of Bingo, it’s clear Colman Domingo has hit the jackpot not in some ways, but in many ways. He’s a damn good actor, a class act, and a fixture on the men’s fashion scene making him the perfect choice for the 2025 Met Gala co-chair.
The Emmy Award-winning thespian is joined by fellow fashion frontmen Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky, Pharrell Williams, and honorary chair LeBron James.
Vogue announced last week that the 2025 Met Gala theme is “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” The theme draws inspiration from Monica L. Miller’s 2009 book Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity. This distinguished style of dress is rooted in the Atlantic diaspora and the reclamation of Black identity during a period of servitude. It is a form of expression and a way to separate oneself from the shackles of oppression. Dressing to the nines is implanted in our Blackness.
Colman Domingo Met Gala
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Black Dandyism has transcended generations to the present day where we see it as the ultimate expression of sartorial style. Colman is a style trendsetter, whose polished and sharp fashion sense makes him a modern poster child — amongst other flamboyant dressers like Andre 3000, the late Andre Leon Talley, and more — for Black Dandyism.
Domingo took to Instagram to thank Anna Wintour for selecting him as a co-chair for the illustrious annual event. “This truly is an exception honor. Thank you to Ms. Wintour for inviting me,” he captioned a photo of the theme.
There isn’t a best-dressed list without mention of the king. He continues to push the fashion boundaries with gender-bending pieces like the caped tuxedo jacket with large lapels paired and the wide-legged black satin pants he wore to the 2024 Met ball. He is an obvious choice as co-chair for next year’s upcoming fashion Super Bowl.
Colman Domingo’s Style
Colman Domingo’s leading man style has evolved over his career. From his early days on Broadway, in productions like Well and the musical Passing Strange (2008), to his more known projects like If Beale Street Could Talk, Euphoria, and The Color Purple, Domingo has established himself as a style maven. The 54-year-old believes in telling stories through fashion.
“The story has always been effortlessly elegant and luxurious and playful, all at the same time,” Domingo said in an interview with InStyle. “I like to show that that’s my personality, that I’m not taking everything so seriously, but I do have a sense of polish and style because that shows how I am as a person, that I show up exactly on time. I learned very early on to have a watch on—it’s a subtle indicator you’re concerned about time.”
Styled by Wayman + Micah, Domingo sets the bar for men’s fashion. The trio appeared on the Power Stylists cover of TheHollywoodReporter.
“True to Colman’s Sagittarius nature he really loves to play and have fun in every facet of his being so his style and sense of fashion fully thrives. We love putting him in tailored fits that highlight his stature, and we love using accessories to innovate and elevate his looks,” Wayman and Micah told Vogue. The dynamic duo may be the wardrobe wizards behind his look, but they admit it is his swag that takes every look to the next level. “To top if all off, Colman’s energy, confidence, and charisma always take every red carpet moment to the next level.”
Keep scrolling for some of Colman Domingo’s best-style moments.
1. Colman Domingo at the 29th Annual Critics Choice Awards
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If ever there was a coat fit for king, it is this textured golden coat with royal lining that goes down in history as one of Colman Domingo’s best looks. Whereas many rely on a statement piece like a good coat, Colman carries from head to toe. One breeze reveals his canary suit and plunging silk shirt.
In an interview on Today.com, Wayman + Micah reflected on choosing the look. “It’s eye contact, but it’s not even a spoken word. It’s like, ‘This is amazing. This is so, so bold. We might be nervous, but more than anything, we’re so excited.’”
2. Colman Domingo In Maison Valentino
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Colman Domingo’s tuxedo game is unmatched. His knack for accessories like the red knit gloves with gold button and velvet bow tie embellished with a crystal brooch took this charming black suit to flames. Thanks to this polished look, Domingowas a standout at The BoF 500 Gala at the Shangri-La Hotel in Paris.
3. Colman Domingo at ‘The Color Purple’ Premiere
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If you weren’t acquainted with Colman Domingo’s style before his Color Purple press run, you witnessed it in real time alongside Oprah, Taraji P. Henson and Fantasia – who also shined in their own rights. Colman brought his a+ red carpet game to every premiere while finding new ways to embody the purple hue and daring fashion cuts that make him a style trendsetter. This look, with dramatic Louis Vuitton coattail, was a highlight of his press tour.
4. Colman Domingo at the 2024 ESPYs
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Colman Domingo attended the 2024 ESPY Awards wearing his fellow co-chair Pharrell’s collection with Louis Vuitton. The lustrous geometric print jacket dazzled in movement. Paired with a chocolate satin blouse and trousers and jewels by Tiffany & Co. this look was one for the fashion books.
5. Colman Domingo at the Ralph Lauren NYFW Show
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When in Rome, do as the Romans do or in this case, when you’re going to a Ralph Lauren fashion show, wear Ralph Lauren. All eyes were on Colman Domingo in this debonair suit and coat ensemble at the Ralph Lauren fashion show at the Khalily Stables in Bridgehampton, NY during NYFW.
6. Colman Domingo at the 2024 BET Awards
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Shiny suit but make it fashion. Colman Domingo dazzled at the 2024 BET Awards in this Ferrari Style blazer and pants that showed off his décolletage and bold style. The look shined as bright as his De Beers accessories.
7. Colman Domingo attends the Vanity Fair Awards Insider event
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The Cannes Film Festival is fashion and film primetime, and if you were tuned into the Colman Domingo show, you’d be transported to maritime bliss in this dreamy off-white Amiri look.
8. Colman Domingo at the Cannes Film Festival 2024 Red Carpet
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Colman Domingo attended the AmfAR Gala at the Cannes Film Festival wearing a sleek black Givenchy suit with satin lapels.
9. Colman Domingo at the 2024 Governor’s Awards,
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Colman Domingo kept it simple at the 2024 Governor’s Awards, but looked dapper in a custom Louis Vuitton suit with black double-breasted jacket accentuated by gold crystal buttons flair trousers, and brooch. He carried the gold accents into his trendy cowboy boots.
10. Colman Domingo at the 2024 Oscars
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Coleman Domingo’s The Color Purple press run led him right to the 2024 Academy Awards where all eyes were on him and he didn’t disappoint in Louis Vuitton by Pharrell Williams.
