Met Gala 2011

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For fashion mavens, there is no event more anticipated than the Met's Costume Institute Gala (well, except for maybe the royal wedding!). But speaking of royals, this year's gala is a tribute to the late Alexander McQueen. That means you can expect to see drama at the utmost thanks to stars including Jennifer Lopez, Blake Lively, Ashely Greene, Kristen Stewart, Daphne Guinness and more. See the best and worst dressed fashionistas at the Met Gala 2011 here!

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Royal Rumor: Kate Middleton's Wedding Dress on Display at the Met

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Kate Middleton's now-iconic Alexander McQueen wedding dress is going to be put on display. The Palace is mum on the details and the British press is speculating it'll go to London's Kensington Palace, where many of Diana's dresses were kept. But rumor has it Anna Wintour has had the frock specially flown in from London for the Met's Costume Institute Gala honoring Alexander McQueen! It seems like a tall tale, but Anna's power knows no bounds. No official details have been released, but the...Read Full Story

Anna Wintour Dazzles in Sequined Chanel at the 2011 Met Gala

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Anna Wintour Anna Wintour made her grand entrance at the 2011 Met Ball in a fully sequined Chanel gown from the design house's spring 2011 collection. The long-sleeved dress featured a black hem and sleeves offset with sand and lilac ombre detailing on the bodice. A jagged silver contrast cut down the middle for a lengthening effect. Her signature necklaces and bob were the finishing touches on the look. Fashion took over New York as the industry put on their finest for the year's biggest...Read Full Story

Daphne Guinness Dressed for the Met Ball at Barneys

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(Getty Images) Daphne Guinness is an eccentric one, that's for sure. But we absolutely, positively adore her. Without her—and women like her—who would wear all the wild, crazy and fabulous fashion we love? For the 2011 Met Gala, the heiress dazzled in a fantastical lilac feathered ball gown by Alexander Mcqueen. But that wasn't it. Prior to making her grand entrance on the red carpet, Daphne executed a performance piece in the store window of Barneys. The spectacle was short, only about 8...Read Full Story

Window Dressing: Daphne Guinness Gets Ready for the Met Ball at Barneys

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Who loves Daphne Guinness? Raise your hand! The avant-garde style icon and heiress to the Guinness fortune has captivated many with her unique and fearless fashion choices. Now, the public gets to see exactly what she does to prep herself for a big event—live. Yes, you read right. In an art piece-slash-publicity stunt, Daphne will get ready for the Met's May 2nd Costume Institute Ball in the window of Barneys' Madison Avenue store. Performance art and fashion lovers alike can watch as Daphne...Read Full Story

Diane Kruger Makes Best Dressed List at Met Gala 2011

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Diane Kruger Diane Kruger was working the slit at the Met Gala 2011! The German model-actress hit the red carpet with Jason Wu, making the fabulous most of the designer's full black evening skirt with a high off-center slit. Diane was radiant as ever in a nude paillette-embellished bodice, offset with a satin ribbon belt, that perfectly highlighted her milky skin. A scarlet lip keeps her from looking washed out, while retro waves lend an Old Hollywood vibe.The look was sexy, but in usual...Read Full Story

Best and Worst Dressed at the Met Gala 2010 more »

The 2010 Met Gala, sponsored by Gap and dubbed American Woman: Fashioning a National Identity, was much to be remember. After all, who could forget the LED gown that flickered on the frame of Katy Perry (much to Anna Wintour's chagrin)? Reminisce over the personalities who were uniquely stylish—and those who suffered an identity crisis—at last year's Met Gala here!

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The annual Costume Institute Gala, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is one of the most-anticipated fashion events of the year. In honor of the late Alexander McQueen, the 2011 Met Gala was loaded with sartorial drama. See the best and worst looks of the night!

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