“He’s honoring the life of John Easterlin, Wales’ first black gardener – hence the flower earrings and suit details,” one user wrote of the Vogue interview, which racked up more than 58,000 likes. “Not only is it beautiful in appearance, but its meaning is even more beautiful. He never misses.”
“Stories like this are part of what makes the Met Gala so beautiful.” Someone else added: “It’s about being able to share history in a way that can be preserved. I think people forget that this is a fundraiser and is being used to preserve years of historical fashion. And it gives designers of all backgrounds a moment to shine.”
Another netizen said, “One of Aunt Met’s best looks is the theme, and the fact that there is an actual story behind it makes it stand out even more. “It’s meaningful because it’s not just a black suit with floral patterns,” he said.
