The Met Gala is one of the biggest events the year where the stars get all dressed up, walk the red carpet and this year they celebrated the opening of the “American Woman: Fashioning a National Identity” exhibition. I was a little disappointed I didn’t see more risk-taking with last night’s fashion choices, but it’s a very formal event and I understand why most people dressed more conservitavely.
I have two lists for you today…those who got it 100% right and those who almost got it…but the look as a whole just didn’t make the cut. Hope you like what I have to say…and if you don’t, it’s okay…let it out in the comments section 🙂
Here are thost who really blew me away…
Jennifer Lopez in Zuhair Murad
I’m not the biggest JLo fan but I don’t think this list would be complete without her on it. Look at that dress…it’s absolutely breathtaking! The detailing is so beautiful and it fits her perfectly…very flattering. Her accessories are minimal (as they should be because the dress is a lot in itself), her hair looks gorgeous and her makeup is flawless. Bravo JLo!
Emma Roberts in Marni
Definitely a very different look than JLo but I love it just as much. Although it’s more on the conservative end, I think she made the short dress look classy and elegant yet she funked it up with those stellar Marni shoes. Her hair is pulled back and simple to showcase the beautiful ruffles on the neckline and her minimal makeup is absolutely gorgeous. Well done Emma!
Blake Lively in Marchesa
First of all, let’s face it…Blake Lively is GORGEOUS and can rock just about anything she wears. Second of all…this color blue is one of my favorite colors ever…so I obviously love this dress. If you haven’t seen the Marchesa Fall 2010 collection, it’s a must. I even dedicated an entire blog post to it…AND this blue dress was one of my favorites from the collection (see my Marchesa blog post here). Blake definitely made this super short dress work. I love it paired with those lace Louboutins and her overall hair and makeup is gorgeous (as always).
Marion Cotillard in Dior
Three words: Old. Hollywood. Glamour. From the hair and makeup to the gorgeous sparkling Dior gown…it’s all Old Hollywood…and I love every second of it. It all works! What more can I say? Stunning.
A tribute to those who almost got it right…
Sarah Jessica Parker in Halston
When I first looked at this, I thought she would for sure make my best dressed list. Her hair and makeup is gorgeous…and they totally complement the dress…but that bow/flower thing in her hair really isn’t doing it for me. The dress is amazing (what a fabulous color!) but I’m not sure if it does wonders for her figure. Sorry SJP! I’m sure you look great in SATC2…
Charlotte Gainsbourg in Balenciaga
I really just put her in here because I love this dress, the shoes are killer, but I hate them together…and her hair looks like she just woke up. But how amazing are those shoes?
Chloe Sevigny in Proenza Schouler
I give Chloe props for taking a risk…I think if anyone else wore this, I would scorn them for it but she really pulled it off. I love it paired with those shoes but when she turned around…I hated the back. Sorry Chloe…you were so close!
Anne Hathaway in Valentino
First off…doesn’t she look skinnier than usual? That was my first obsevation. My second observation was…hasn’t she worn a nude strapless gown with a large sparkly tulle before? My third obsevation was…yes, yes she has. Then I decided that she looks really pretty but it’s been done…we need more from you Anne! I also think the look would have been more “together” if her hair were up in an elegant ‘do.
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So after my rants, raves, and praises…who are your picks for best dressed of the night? What did you think of mine? Anyone you loved and wasn’t on here? I want to hear from you!
Blake is my favorite! That dress is a stunner!
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