Law Roach has cleared the air about Zendaya and Anna Sawai’s nearly identical custom outfits at the Met Gala, saying both actresses “looked great.”
Roach touched on the red carpet faux pas during an interview with Entertainment Tonight. The longtime stylist to the 28-year-old “Euphoria” star and fashion it girl said there wasn’t “any disappointment” on their end.
At the May 5 event, dubbed fashion’s biggest night, Zendaya stunned with a dapper, tailored Louis Vuitton white suit with a matching brimmed hat. Shortly after, Sawai, who starred in “Shōgun,” stepped out in a similar Dior ensemble while carrying white gloves for a stylish touch.
“Her stylist, Karla Welch, and I are very friendly,” Roach said. “We’ve known each other for years, and Karla and I talked. Zendaya sent Anna flowers because it was her first Met.”
Roach emphasized that both women were paying “homage to two different people,” with Zendaya referencing Diana Ross and Bianca Jagger while Sawai was channeling Yoko Ono.
“It just happened. They both looked great, and they’re both beautiful women,” he continued, adding that he hates how critics put women and stylists against one another.
Met Gala: Zendaya and Anna Sawai wear nearly identical outfits
‘Great minds’
The theme for the 2025 Met Gala was “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” and the dress code was “Tailored for You.”
Roach was on the carpet speaking to Access Hollywood when he caught a glimpse of Sawai’s outfit: “Oop!” he said. “Who wore it better?”
In another clip from Hello Beautiful, he said, “I am dying because she got on Zendaya’s look. I’m so glad we became early.” His reactions went viral on social media, creating conversation among fashion lovers.
Sawai’s stylist also acknowledged the moment in an Instagram story, saying, “Great minds @luxurylaw.”
Regardless of the mishap, Roach shut down the negativity, adding that they both embodied the highly anticipated theme.
“The Met this year wasn’t about who had the biggest dress or the brightest color,” he added. “It was about representing and honoring tailoring, and I think both of those women did a good job showcasing what the theme was.”
Contributing: Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY
Taylor Ardrey is a news reporter for USA TODAY. You can reach her at tardrey@gannett.com.
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