Pre-Met Gala, Doechii Pays Homage to André Leon Talley in Full Louis Vuitton
As the fashion world buzzes with anticipation ahead of the Met Gala, one rising star has already made a major style statement—paying tribute to one of fashion’s most iconic voices. Rapper and style innovator Doechii turned heads and hearts with a powerful pre-Gala homage to the late André Leon Talley, donning a dramatic ensemble from Louis Vuitton that channeled Talley’s legendary flair for the theatrical.
Clad in full Louis Vuitton, Doechii embraced Talley’s signature silhouettes—opulent, flowing layers with regal undertones. The look featured a voluminous cape draped over structured tailoring, finished with bold accessories and a confident gaze that echoed the editor-at-large’s unmistakable presence. The ensemble wasn’t just fashion—it was reverence.
“André Leon Talley walked so we could run,” Doechii shared in a post, captioning a series of stunning portraits taken ahead of the Gala. “This is for the ones who changed the game.“
Talley, who passed away in 2022, was a pioneering Black figure in fashion journalism and served as a longtime editor and creative director at Vogue. Known for his commanding personality, encyclopedic fashion knowledge, and boundary-breaking influence, Talley inspired generations of artists and designers—including today’s rising stars like Doechii.
While the Met Gala red carpet is typically where fashion takes center stage, Doechii’s pre-event tribute proves that the true power of fashion lies not just in what you wear—but in who you honor, and why.
Her Louis Vuitton look is more than a nod to high fashion—it’s a love letter to legacy, to Black excellence, and to the enduring presence of André Leon Talley in every bold look that dares to speak loudly.
As the Met Gala curtain prepares to rise, Doechii has already made her mark. And somewhere in the fashion heavens, you know André is smiling.
