Met Gala 2011

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  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

(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

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  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

Jessica Alba  A very pregnant Jessica Alba brought her maternity glow to the red carpet at this year's Met Gala, which celebrated the opening of the new retrospective, Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty. On the arm of her husband, producer Cash Warren, Jessica shined in Ralph Lauren's strapless champagne gown.Without being too full, Jessica Alba's Met gown complemented her baby bump and gave the mom-to-be some much-needed wiggle room. The voluminous A-line got a bit of sex appeal with a soft...Read Full Story

Taylor Swift in J.Mendel at the Met Gala 2011 (Getty Images) Country darling Taylor Swift took a slight departure from her usual sweetheart style, arriving on the red carpet at the 2011 Met Gala in a darker, stronger look. Of course key elements were still in tact—those curls, the bold red lip—but Taylor's Costume Institute look seems to signal a sexier, more grown-up fashionista.Taylor Swift hit the Met Gala in a custom J.Mendel gown. In dramatic color combination of gunmetal and peach...Read Full Story

Diane Kruger  Diane Kruger can never go wrong and at the Met Gala she once again proved her serious style savvy in a delectable ensemble by Jason Wu. The nude paillette-embellished bodice led into a full black skirt, offset with a satin ribbon belt. Diane was seriously working the dress' slinky-thigh high slit. The look was sexy, but in usual Kruger fashion, completely subtle and stylish. Side-swept vintage curls and a classic red lip were the finishing touches while husband Joshua Jackson...Read Full Story

Taylor Swift  Taylor Swift debuted a darker and edgier look at the 2011 Met Gala and we have to say we're digging it. She chose a romantic J. Mendel couture dress a nude bodice contrasted with black sheer panels and embellished with black lace. The exquisite draping on the back of the dress added extra drama as it extended into a full train. A side chignon, smoky eyes and Taylor's signautre red lips completed the look. Fashion took over New York as the industry put on their finest for the...Read Full Story

Zoe Saldana  Zoe Saldana was a ray on sunshine on the red carpet at the 2011 Met Gala in a minimalist yellow gown by Calvin Klein. As a brand ambassador, it was clear she was going to be wearing the designer. The bare look felt a little understated at an event honoring the man known for his intricate designs, but the cheery yellow color was refreshing regardless. She opted to wear her hair down in curls framing her face. Fashion took over New York as the industry put on their finest for the...Read Full Story