Rocking up for part number 2 of my the Met Gala round up. Make sure to check up in part 1 to see what you missed too!
Two sets of, literally, satorial sisters next. First up the fashionable Fannings. Normally rather demure and fashion forward on the red carpet, Dakota Fanning went revealing and simple for this event. Dakota’s Rodarte gown showcased some midriff, cleavage and back. The embroidered detailing on the back is gorgeous but the whole look left me thinking whether or not she could’ve pulled something a little riskier. You could tell Elle Fanning had fun with this one. Her Rodarte gown, in subtle red, white and blue (yes I saw that tribute Elle) was a great choice for her not to mention her dramatic eye-make up (also in red,white and blue).
Next the Knowles’. Beyonce at a do’ celebrating punk certainly feels like an oxymoron, but nope Queen B manages to work that red carpet like she was born on it. As if the fire-y print skirt and snakeskin bodice on her Givenchy gown weren’t enough, she also wore matching flaming boots and dominatrix style gloves. This may not be Sid Vicious punk but the whole look definitely has enough attitude to fit within the night’s theme.
Solange Knowles pulled out a funky look for the Gala in bold printed Kenzo dress. Complete with mega afro and geometric earrings, Solange looks like she’s could’ve stepped out of a Rolling Stones concert from the 60’s.
It’s no surprise the music stars were also out to pay homage to punk culture and in true musician style, they were an ecclectic bunch. My girl Taylor Swift shoved the pretty princess act for the night in a high neck J.Mendel gown. Though Mendel is her favourites for red carpet events, this is quite a departure from the usual. No red lipstick, no floaty tulle, ruffled bed head…though she can’t quite let go of her sequins with the gown’s neckline. I like the more ruffled and harder edged looks on Taylor, wish she’d pull out something like this more often.
Rita Ora’s first outing at the Met Gala was surprisingly elegant for the singer. Usually one to look like she’s trying too hard, this simple white Thakoon gown with tiny chain details looks effortless on her. I don’t even mind the orange lip colour either!
If there was one woman who was going to nail this year’s theme, it was gonna be Gwen Stefani. So of course I’m loving her custom Maison Martin Margiela two piece. It may be a monochromatic look but it’s not boring paired with Gwen’s trademark red pout and No Doubt attitude.
Ms Katy Perry decked herself out in gold and silver on the night. Not only was her Dolce & Gabbana midi dress embellished within an inch of its life, but she also wore huge cruxafix earrings and a crown…yes. A freaking crown. It’s been a while since Katy went for an OTT look on the red carpet so this was a nice surprise.
Gin Goodwin went for a golden Tory Burch gown on the night. The Once Upon A Time actress plays Snow White, but she’s channelling the Evil Queen here. The gown is great but the OTT Black Swan make up is a perhaps too much, even for punk.
Amanda Seyfried went bold with prints in a Givenchy couture gown (from 2007). This kinda of print could’ve been in danger of drowning her, but she carried it off with a little flair.
It was a big no, no, no for Kim Kardashian’s latest step onto the red carpet. Her Givenchy gown, with built in gloves, was a complete mess of print and all kinds of wrong. It’s a wonder why Ms Wintour even let her into the event and no wonder why Kanye looks so baffled.
Kristen Dunst wore a green and feathered Louis Vuittonnumber on the night that I can’t get behind. The styling feels lazy and her shy and sweet attitude doesn’t quite pull off the drama behind this gown.
I can’t believe I’m saying this but this Tommy Hilfiger gown is far too subtle for Nikki Minaj and I want more eccentric from her…I know right? Off all the awards ceremonies and red carpets Nikki chooses the MET GALA to tone it down. I can’t win with her can I?
It wasn’t all about the grungy black gowns. Kate Beckinsalewent for a sophisticated Alberta Ferretti mini dress with amazing architectural detailing on the skirt. Had it not been hot pink I probably would’ve written this off as dull, but alas, this plus the shard-like earrings are a winner for me.
I had to take a second look at Minka Kelly’s photo…I thought it was Leighton Meester. Oops! Nevertheless her plum coloured Carolina Herrera is more steam-punk than hard edge punk, but it still looks amazing on her.
The winner of the ‘Sorry I didn’t get the theme memo’ goes to actress Uma Thurman. As gorgeously old school Hollywood her Zac Posen gown is, it’s completely wrong for the Met Gala this year. The event is called PUNK: CHAOS COUTURE, save a dress like this for the Oscars Uma.
If there was one person who can get away with going ‘screw the dress code’ it’s Anna Wintour. She didn’t stray far away from her usual style, this time a flora floor length Chanel gown. But y’know what? She’s Anna freakin’ Wintour. She can do what she wants.
Someone who definitely read the dress code memo was actress Lily Collins who went all out in a Moshino dress, embellished biker jacket and even had a blue streak in her hair. Her age and model-esque looks carry this look and keep it from looking like a total disaster.
Blake Lively also went for an edgier look than normal and strutted the red carpet in a two-tone grey Gucci Premiere gown. At first it’s pretty standard for Blake, but a closer peek at the skirt detailing and that’s where the ode to the punk theme comes in. The silver embellishments around the waistline matched well with her edgy earrings and seem to flow into a feather-like black train.
The Olsen twins went for a more 70’s spin on the punk theme. Ashley Olsen wore a faded Dior gown, draped with lace, with embellishment peeking out from underneath, Mary-Kate Olsen went for her typical boho look with Chanel and fur coat. Both ladies were, unsurprisingly, wearing vintage looks from the two designers but I have to wonder whether they’ll ever change their tune on the red carpet?
And finally, Sarah Jessica Parker is used to making an entrance when it comes to the Met Gala (anyone her famous McQueen ballgown?). So when she stepped out in her gold-leaf print Giles gown, velvet Louboutin boots and impressive Philip Treacy headpiece, it stopped people in their tracks. I think this one’s a grower, but you have to give kudos to SJP for letting go and having fun with this look.
So what did you guys think of the Met Gala? And who were your hits and misses?
R.xoxo
*all images via Zimbio