Each year, the stars and their favorite designers come out to play at the Met Gala, and they all dress up according to a theme set by the Costume Institute Exhibition. This year’s theme was China: Through the Looking Glass and it seems everyone was game. The thing I loved the most, is the fashion risks and loud dresses we saw on the red carpet, you can’t say there was a dull moment. But what we also saw is lots and lots of skin. So here are some of my favorite looks so far. Take a look
Beyoncé pulled a Rihanna in a Givenchy dress that left very little to the imagination. If you look closely it’s jewel encrusted covering only her lady bits. A little out of character for the usually more red carpet modest star. And those poses she pulled- slightly overdone-like her hair.
Fashion’s reigning muse Rihanna stole the show in this larger than life Guo Pei gown that looked like it took inspiration from Belle in Beauty at the Beast with a modern twist. I love how fearless she is when it comes to fashion.
Maleficent also made an appearance on the red carpet possessed by Sarah Jessica Parker. I don’t know how she managed to balance that piece on her head but it was designed by Philip Treacy the same designer that makes those fancy hats you see on a lot of members of the England’s royal family. Call her a troll, Power Ranger or what you want, the woman likes to play dress up.
Lady GaGa showed up in this voluminous, kimono-style dress embellished with feathers; reportedly in 14,000 of them! Poor birdies. Now the eyebrows, those need a post all on their own.
I totally didn’t expect to see her there, but Amal Alamuddin and George Clooney showed up to the MET Gala this year. Amal looked gorgeous in this striking strapless red John Galliano that matched the theme. Loved the structured studded bodice and tiered skirt and her hubby looked great. also in an Armani suit.
The love affair continues- Donatella Versace and Jennier Lopez. Jennifer goes commando in this butt-bearing sheer beaded gown and Donatella decides to complement the whole nudity thing by going full frontal.
Anne Hathaway is the only one who managed to dress in costume and still look elegant and beautiful rather than over the top, she showed up hand in hand with Ralph Lauren himself wearing this gold hooded dress that looks like it may have taken some inspiration from a boxing champion. I LOVED IT
In typical Jeremy Scott fashion, both Katy Perry and Madonna showed up with the designer in his latest Moschino print gowns that looked like a graffiti artist spray painted them. I’m not impressed. He’s silly and has the talent of a 6 year old.
Another all gold-gown this time Kate Hudson in this glittery number by Michael Kors which she complemented a floral wrap headband. Nailed it
And of course no red carpet is complete without the attention seeking couple of the decade, Kim Kardashian and Kanye in an all see -through rock by Peter Dundas for Roberto Cavalli. What’s going on there? Who knows. Typical Kim.
Yes the theme is China, but I though Emily Blunt was all too obvious in this steel blue Prada dress, embellished with crystal and glass pieces and a matching (also patterned) cape. I don’t hate it but not loving it either.
Oh look it’s a blow fish. Oh wait that’s Solange Knowles once again attempting to stay relevant in this Giles dress. Ok S we’re talking about you again. Happy?
I love Jennifer Lawrence but for a lady that a) sits as the co-chair and B) has the best costumes in Hunger Games I expected bigger, puffier and dramatic. So she looked semi-normal in this blah Dior poppy floral cut-out gown and encrusted neckline. Loved the messy bun and hot pink lips nonetheless.