Janelle Monáe stands out at the Met Gala: A party for Black stylishness and fair fashion.


Janelle Monáe stands out at the Met Gala: A party for Black stylishness and fair fashion.

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Janelle Monáe stands out at the Met Gala: A party for Black stylishness and fair fashion.

Janelle Monáe wore a fancy outfit to the Met Gala. Her outfit had a sparkling diamond pin made from tequila. This showed off her style and cared for the world.

Monáe's suit was black, red, and white. It had pointy shoulders and a cool hat. She also wore a clock over her eye and showed off the tequila diamond pin.

Monáe said her outfit honored her family. She also wanted to show a better way to make jewelry. She worked with famous designers to make her dream outfit.

One designer, Tazewell, made history at the Oscars. Another, Browne, gave Monáe her first suit. Monáe felt happy to work with them and make something special.

The diamond pin was made from tequila, not mined from the ground. Monáe wanted to use a diamond that was better for the earth. She hopes that making diamonds from tequila can be the future.


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What did Janelle Monáe wear to the Met Gala?

She wore a fancy outfit with a sparkling diamond pin made from tequila.

What colors were in Monáe's suit?

Her suit was black, red, and white.

What was special about the diamond pin?

The diamond pin was made from tequila, not mined from the ground.


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