BLACKPINK’s Lisa faces backlash for controversial Met Gala 2025 outfit featuring Rosa Parks imagery
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K-pop star Lisa, a member of BLACKPINK, made her Met Gala debut on May 5, 2025, but her appearance sparked controversy due to the design of her outfit.
The singer, 28, arrived at the Metropolitan Museum of Art wearing a pantsless look consisting of sheer Louis Vuitton tights, a black embellished blazer, and statement underwear.
Criticism quickly emerged on social media when viewers noticed that Lisa’s undergarments appeared to be adorned with images of historical Black figures, including civil rights icon Rosa Parks. The detail led to backlash, with some users calling the design choice inappropriate and disrespectful—particularly in light of past controversies involving the singer.
so you get exposed for saying nigga, don’t acknowledge it and then pop up to a black people themed event with rosa parks on your moose knuckle? pic.twitter.com/RJE77lI8YE
— ͏͏ً (@Ieophobe) May 5, 2025
Rosa Parks finna be trending on here for wrong reason, oh lord… pic.twitter.com/vVM11wFisj
— ⋆⭒˚.⋆Moonie⋆⭒˚.⋆ (@prodby_moonie) May 6, 2025
Lisa after wearing them Rosa Parks panties: pic.twitter.com/yucYnxIgoX
— Donna 👾 (@Donut_Crazs) May 6, 2025
Using Rosa Parks' image in this manner appears to be a blatant lack of respect and sensitivity towards her legacy and the struggles she faced during the Civil Rights Movement.Furthermore, it reinforces harmful racial stereotypes & undermines the progress made in combating racism. https://t.co/ue1Z0jniDk pic.twitter.com/niNJF7b6lO
— ★ (@vnteex) May 6, 2025
I was wondering why Rosa Parks was trending got scared.... I know Lisa does not have Rosa Parks all over her underwear right now. WHO THOUGHT THIS WAS A GOOD IDEA????? Mind you not only is it highly distasteful how is this on theme? pic.twitter.com/uwpyVONwO4
— OneLove (@bhloverrr) May 5, 2025
does she feel so on top that she can disrespect a whole race not even once and without even apologising and then go to the extent of putting some like rosa parks on her panties tf?? pic.twitter.com/JF2F9rHbgs
— rin (@tansluvr) May 6, 2025
Roughly a month prior to the event, resurfaced footage from BLACKPINK’s pre-debut days showed Lisa and fellow members allegedly using the n-word during audition performances. Neither Lisa nor her bandmates Jennie or Rosé have publicly addressed the videos, which further fueled criticism over her Met Gala look.
Many fans expressed frustration online, describing the decision to feature Rosa Parks on the undergarments as “tone-deaf,” especially given the Met Gala's 2025 theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” which aimed to celebrate Black fashion and heritage.
However, some supporters praised Lisa’s fashion-forward approach, calling her styling bold and glamorous. Positive comments highlighted her hair, makeup, and confidence on the red carpet.
Lisa has not publicly responded to the controversy, and Louis Vuitton has yet to issue a statement regarding the outfit's design.
The 2025 Met Gala continues to stir debate as it intersects fashion with social and cultural commentary, drawing both admiration and criticism for celebrity interpretations of the annual theme.