The red carpet of the Met Gala 2025, held on the evening of May 5 at the famous Metropolitan Museum of Art New York, once again hosted a spectacular celebration of avant-garde fashion, sparkling jewelry and timepieces of exceptional design and mechanism.
Under a decidedly daring dress code, the guests competed in creativity, some of them proudly displaying their commitment to Swiss watchmaking excellence with watches signed OMEGA.
colman domingo
A charismatic actor and friend of OMEGA, Colman Domingo caused a sensation with a unique Speedmaster in 18K gold, symbolizing both power and refinement.
Nicole Kidman
OMEGA's iconic muse, actress Nicole Kidman chose an exceptional model for the occasion: a 1969 Ladymatic “Saphette” in 18K white gold, featuring a dial adorned with a faceted sapphire crystal, reminiscent of the brilliance of a solitaire, mounted on a black fabric strap of rare elegance.
Noah Lyles
Olympic champion and OMEGA ambassador Noah Lyles combined performance and elegance with a 40 mm De Ville Prestige in 18K yellow gold, mounted on a brown leather strap, a refined tribute to his sporting achievements.
Barry keoghan
Actor Barry Keoghan, a loyal follower of the brand, sported a 42 mm Speedmaster Moonwatch in 18K Moonshine™ gold, distinguished by its black sub-dials, a subtle alchemy between tradition and modernity.
Patrick schwarzenegger
Californian actor and entrepreneur Patrick Schwarzenegger wore a 38mm Aqua Terra Shades, crafted entirely in 18K Moonshine™ gold, with a sun-brushed dial that beautifully caught the spotlight.
Tom Francis
Actor and singer Tom Francis opted for an elegantly sporty version with a 38 mm Seamaster Aqua Terra in 18K Moonshine™ gold, enhanced with a deep blue dial, a true nod to the marine world.
Justice Smith
Discreet and stylish, actor Justice Smith wore a 26 mm De Ville Mini Trésor, also in 18K Moonshine™ gold, accompanied by a very fine mesh bracelet.
Paul Tazewell
Oscar-winning costume designer Paul Tazewell completed his look with a 300mm Seamaster Diver 42M, a subtle marriage of stainless steel and 18K yellow gold, enhanced by a sophisticated black dial.
Chaired by Anna Wintour, the Met Gala, held annually at the Metropolitan Museum of Art of New York, is much more than just a social event: it is an unmissable event where fashion becomes an art in its own right. Designed as a fundraiser for the Costume Institute, it marks the opening of its annual exhibition and celebrates limitless creative expression.
Each edition revolves around a specific theme, inviting the world's greatest celebrities, designers, and artists to reinterpret this common thread through their often spectacular, sometimes provocative, and always ambitious outfits. The Met Gala thus embodies the intersection of culture, couture, and identity, transforming its red carpet into a visual theater where the avant-garde of contemporary style plays out.
Omega: between watchmaking tradition and cultural avant-garde
OMEGA has once again confirmed its place not only on the wrists of pioneers, athletes, and astronauts, but also among the most influential figures in the worlds of fashion and film. At the 2025 Met Gala, the brand proved that time can also be a matter of style.
For over 175 years, Omega has embodied Swiss watchmaking excellence, combining mechanical precision, avant-garde design, and international influence. From Olympic timekeeping to the conquest of space, the brand has spanned the ages, contributing to some of the most significant moments in modern history.
Today, she has also established herself as a major player on the cultural and glamour scene, appearing on the most prestigious red carpets, notably that of the Met Gala.
A history forged by innovation and audacity
Founded in 1848 by Louis Brandt, Omega experienced a decisive turning point with the launch of the "Omega" caliber in 1894, a revolution in movement assembly. This success gave the company its definitive name and a vocation: to strive for perfection. Based in Bienne, the brand distinguished itself through its precision, quickly becoming the official timekeeper of major sporting competitions—including the Olympic Games since 1932.
But Omega doesn't just measure time on Earth. In 1969, the Speedmaster Professional became the first watch worn on the Moon, cementing one of the most iconic partnerships between watchmaking and space exploration with NASA.
In recent years, Omega has successfully repositioned its image at the heart of international fashion and entertainment, becoming a symbol of style as much as technology. This is evidenced by its regular appearances at major cultural events such as the Cannes Film Festival and the highly publicized Met Gala, a true showcase of haute couture and avant-garde art.
Celebrities like Nicole Kidman, Zendaya, Eddie Redmayne, and Jonathan Bailey, all Omega ambassadors, walk the red carpet proudly sporting the brand's timepieces. At the Met Gala, where elegance blends with creative exuberance, Omega proves that prestigious watchmaking can also be a bold and contemporary expression of style.
This presence underlines a controlled shift: Omega's integration into the world of global luxury, alongside the great fashion houses, without ever denying its technical DNA and its Swiss heritage.
Legendary models, between legend and modernity
- Speedmaster Moonwatch: Still the ultimate space watch, but now also one for artists and creators.
- Seamaster Diver 300M: Linked to James Bond but also to the sophisticated aquatic atmospheres prized by designers.
- De Ville Trésor: Minimalist, fine and often chosen for galas, it embodies the discreet elegance prized by the stars.
- Constellation: A true watchmaking gem, it fits perfectly into the world of fine jewelry for high-society evenings.
Omega achieves what few watchmaking companies can claim: to be both in history and in the moment, ensuring a presence in the most important scientific moments of the 20th century, and a growing influence in the artistic and cultural spheres of the 21st. It is time captured not only in its most precise seconds, but also in its most iconic moments—whether played out on the Moon or on the steps of the Met.
Patrick Koune
