Last night’s Met Gala was one for the history books when it came to over-the-top glamour. Celebrities and models alike took on the night’s theme, China: Through the Looking Glass, with memorable interpretations on Chinese-inspired couture ball gowns, accessories and beauty looks. Take a look at our pics below of the best dressed of the evening!
With strategically placed floral appliqués, Joan Smalls was beautiful in purple Roberto Cavalli by newly returned Peter Dundas as creative director for the brand.
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Rosie Huntington Whiteley was nothing but dramatic curves and utter chicness in rose gold Atelier Versace.
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Liya Kebede took a daring departure from the run-of-the-mill ball gown in an embellished tunic and pant set by 3.1 Phillip Lim
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Cara Delevingne turned up a relatively safe jumpsuit by Stella McCartney with intricate, tapestry-like temporary tattoos drawn by artist, Keith “Bang Bang” McCurdy.
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Wunderkind Kendall Jenner wore a custom sparkly jade, Calvin Klein number with laced-up sides and Chopard jewelry.
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Lily Aldridge was a wonder in bustled, Cinderella blue by Carolina Herrera and a fishy crystallized Judith Leiber purse to match.
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Liu Wen wore a metallic, brocade Michael Kors frock with flattering cutouts and detailing.
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Naomi Campbell was ever much the goddess with blunt bangs, a winged cat-eye, and her custom Burberry Prorsum gown that glittered with sequins.
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Caroline Trentini wore a black Atelier Versace dress that was anything but simple with intricate lace detailing, a dramatic train, and exposed back.
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Rihanna shut the red carpet down with her dramatic Guo Pei canary yellow, fur-lined ensemble.
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Fei Fei Sun wore a slinky, silver Michael Kors dress with a sultry back, bold beauty, and drop down jade earrings.
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Beyoncé Knowles left little to the imagination with a bejeweled Givenchy look accompanied with a swinging, side pony and fierce mood to match.
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Not to be upstage by her older sis, Solange Knowles (Next NY) took on this sculptural, holographic Giles dress that left us mesmerized.
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Fan Bing Bing stunned in a gold sequined gown paired with a printed, emerald cape by designer, Christopher Bu.
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Finally, Mother Monster Lady Gaga wore a sensational Balenciaga coat and sparkly jumpsuit for her first appearance at the Met Gala red carpet.
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