Met Gala 2016: All the red carpet pictures

See how the stars tackled this year's Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology theme at the glittering 2016 Met Gala

Emma Watson Met Ball 2016
Emma Watson Met Ball 2016
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See how the stars tackled this year's Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology theme at the glittering 2016 Met Gala

It was a veritable who's who of A-listers on the red carpet in New York

tlast night, as Hollywood's most famous faces (not to mention designer

royalty!), donned their most fabulous finery for fashion's biggest bash

of the year - the Met Gala 2016. This year, the exclusive benefit event -

where attendees fork out an eye-watering $25,000 per ticket - celebrate

the opening of a very special exhibition: Manus x Machina: Fashion in

an Age of Technology. And as per, the designers once again outdid

themselves.

As co-chair of this year's glittering event, all eyes were on Taylor Swift, whose shocking platinum blonde hair transformation made

its official red carpet debut. And we certainly hope the singer doesn't

disappoint, since we're expecting some major commitment to this year's

techonlogy inspired theme.

Designers descended on the famed red

carpet staircase, with their celeb bezzies in tow and dripping in their

custom couture. Judging from previous Met Balls, some will stay on theme

while others interpret the carefully curated dress code in their own

unique way (with varying results). Only some though can join the list of

the best Met Ball dresses of all time, but as we know, there is there's no such thing as a worst dressed at the Met - you either go big or you go home, and no risk is too risky.

The

fashion elite, of course, wouldn't have the perfect night honouring

fashion without their A-list guests... And no red carpet is complete

without a few aww-worthy moments from our favourite celeb couples. While

Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively was on our list of the cutest couples at last year's Met, Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik made the most squeal-worthy moment for 2016's red carpet.

Emma Watson at the Met Ball 2016

Emma Watson at the Met Ball 2016

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Click through to see all the best red carpet moments from the Met Ball 2016...

Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid at the Met Ball 2016

Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid at the Met Ball 2016

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Gigi Hadid wore a gown by Tommy Hilfiger, whilst beau Zayn Malik wore Versace.

Taylor Swift at the Met Ball 2016

Taylor Swift at the Met Ball 2016

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Taylor Swift was another of the night's stars to step out in Louis Vuitton.

Blake Lively at the Met Ball 2016

Blake Lively at the Met Ball 2016

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Blake Lively wore Burberry.

Beyoncé at the Met Ball 2016

Beyoncé at the Met Ball 2016

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Beyoncé in Givenchy.

Kim and Kanye at the Met Gala, 2016

Kim and Kanye at the Met Gala, 2016

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Here the couple are, four years later at the Met Gala 2016 rocking matching looks. A lot has happened for the couple in the mean time, including the birth of their two kids - little baby Saint and the utterly adorable North West. As well as one of the most high profile weddings ever in 2014.

at the Met Ball 2016

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Sarah Jessica Parker at the Met Ball 2016

Sarah Jessica Parker at the Met Ball 2016

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SJP wore this detailed white suit creation (oh so Carrie Bradshaw) by Monse.

Alexa Chung at the Met Ball 2016

Alexa Chung at the Met Ball 2016

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Alexa Chung wore a sequinned suit by Thakoon.

Sienna Miller at the Met Ball 2016

Sienna Miller at the Met Ball 2016

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Sienna Miller looked divine in Gucci.

Kendall Jenner at the Met Ball 2016

Kendall Jenner at the Met Ball 2016

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Kendall Jenner wore this cutout creation by Atelier Versace.

Kate Hudson at the Met Ball 2016

Kate Hudson at the Met Ball 2016

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Kate Hudson wore a white gown by Atelier Versace.

Nicole Kidman at the Met Ball 2016

Nicole Kidman at the Met Ball 2016

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Nicole Kidman wore a stunning creation by Alexander McQueen.

Amber Heard at the Met Ball 2016

Amber Heard at the Met Ball 2016

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Amber Heard wore a silky Ralph Lauren gown and Jimmy Choos.

Jason Statham & Rosie Huntington-Whiteley at the Met Ball 2016

Jason Statham & Rosie Huntington-Whiteley at the Met Ball 2016

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Newly-engaged Rosie and Jason made a sartorial splash - for all the right reasons - at last night's Met Ball.

Rose Byrne at the Met Ball 2016

Rose Byrne at the Met Ball 2016

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Rose Byrne wore a frilled dress by Ralph Lauren Collection with Jimmy Choo bag.

Saoirse Ronan at the Met Ball 2016

Saoirse Ronan at the Met Ball 2016

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Saoirse Ronan wore this feathered gown by Christopher Kane.

Zoe Kravitz at the Met Ball 2016

Zoe Kravitz at the Met Ball 2016

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Zoe Kravitz wore a mini dress by Valentino.

Claire Danes at the Met Ball 2016

Claire Danes at the Met Ball 2016

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Claire Danes wore a dreamy gown by Zac Posen.

Rita Ora at the Met Ball 2016

Rita Ora at the Met Ball 2016

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Rita Ora wore a silver confection by Vera Wang.

Madonna at the Met Ball 2016

Madonna at the Met Ball 2016

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Madonna in Givenchy.

Madonna at the Met Ball 2016

Madonna at the Met Ball 2016

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Madonna wore a fishnet and lace creation, complete with latex boots by Givenchy.

Madonna at the Met Ball 2016

Madonna at the Met Ball 2016

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Madonna bared her cheeky side in her high fashion get-up for the Met Ball 2016.

Olivia Wilde & Emily Blunt at the Met Ball 2016

Olivia Wilde & Emily Blunt at the Met Ball 2016

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Pregnant stars Olivia Wilde and Emily Blunt both gowns by Michael Kors Collection for the occasion.

Elle Fanning at the Met Ball 2016

Elle Fanning at the Met Ball 2016

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Elle Fanning word an ivory gown by Thakoon and Tiffany & Co. jewels.

Emma Roberts at the Met Ball 2016

Emma Roberts at the Met Ball 2016

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Emma Roberts looked divine in this gorgeous purple custome creation by Tory Burch, complete with Swarovski crystals.

Alessandra Ambrosio at the Met Ball 2016

Alessandra Ambrosio at the Met Ball 2016

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Alessandra Ambrosio wore this silver number by Balmain.

Emily Ratajkowski at the Met Ball 2016

Emily Ratajkowski at the Met Ball 2016

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Emily Ratajkowski wore a daring Prabal Gurung dress.

Alicia Vikander at the Met Ball 2016

Alicia Vikander at the Met Ball 2016

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Alicia Vikander wore Louis Vuitton.

Chloe Grace Moretz at the Met Ball 2016

Chloe Grace Moretz at the Met Ball 2016

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Chloe Moretz wore this plunging black gown.

Dakota Fanning at the Met Ball 2016

Dakota Fanning at the Met Ball 2016

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Dakota Fanning wore a Nina Ricci dress.

Dakota Johnson at the Met Ball 2016

Dakota Johnson at the Met Ball 2016

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Dakota Johnson wore a star printed dress by Gucci.

Rachel McAdams at the Met Ball 2016

Rachel McAdams at the Met Ball 2016

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Rachel McAdams wore a Valentino dress.

Poppy Delevingne at the Met Ball 2016

Poppy Delevingne at the Met Ball 2016

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Poppy Delevingne wore this incredible creation by Marchesa.

Jourdan Dunn at the Met Ball 2016

Jourdan Dunn at the Met Ball 2016

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Jourdan Dunn wore silver Balmain for the big night.

Brie Larson at the Met Ball 2016

Brie Larson at the Met Ball 2016

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Oscar winner Brie Larson wore this sequinned midi dress by Proenza Schouler.

Katie Holmes at the Met Ball 2016

Katie Holmes at the Met Ball 2016

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Katie Holmes wore this shimmering navy column gown.

Kate Bosworth at the Met Ball 2016

Kate Bosworth at the Met Ball 2016

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Kate Bosworth wore Dolce & Gabbana.

Michelle Williams at the Met Ball 2016

Michelle Williams at the Met Ball 2016

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Michelle Williams wore a Louis Vuitton mini dress.

Lily Rose Depp at the Met Ball 2016

Lily Rose Depp at the Met Ball 2016

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Lily-Rose Depp wore Chanel.

Karolina Kurkova at the Met Ball 2016

Karolina Kurkova at the Met Ball 2016

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We loved, loved, LOVED Karolina's gorgeous oyster grey Marchesa gown.

Hailee Steinfeld at the Met Ball 2016

Hailee Steinfeld at the Met Ball 2016

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Hailee Steinfeld wore this emerald gown by H&M.

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen at the Met Ball 2016

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen at the Met Ball 2016

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The designer twins wore custom designs from their label, The Row.

Gigi Hadid & Zayn Malik at the Met Ball 2016

Gigi Hadid & Zayn Malik at the Met Ball 2016

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The model and the pop star only had eyes for each other at the Met Ball.

Michelle Monaghan at the Met Ball 2016

Michelle Monaghan at the Met Ball 2016

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The True Detective star wore this bold frilled leather creation.

Jessica Chastain at the Met Ball 2016

Jessica Chastain at the Met Ball 2016

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Jessica Chastain wore Prada.

Karlie Kloss at the Met Ball 2016

Karlie Kloss at the Met Ball 2016

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Karlie Kloss wore this daring number by Brandon Maxwell, finished with a Repossi ear cuff.

Kim Kardashian West at the Met Ball 2016

Kim Kardashian West at the Met Ball 2016

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Kim Kardashian West in Balmain.

Miranda Kerr at the Met Ball 2016

Miranda Kerr at the Met Ball 2016

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Miranda Kerr wore this co-ord creation by Louis Vuitton.

Michael Polish & Kate Bosworth at the Met Ball 2016

Michael Polish & Kate Bosworth at the Met Ball 2016

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Actress and director husband and wife Michael Polish and Kate Bosworth shared a tender moment on the red carpet.

Hailey Baldwin at the Met Ball 2016

Hailey Baldwin at the Met Ball 2016

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Hailey Baldwin looked ace in this fresh and funky striped silver gown.

Kate Upton at the Met Ball 2016

Kate Upton at the Met Ball 2016

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Kate Upton wore a gold one shoulder corseted gown with a thigh-high split. In reference to old Hollywood glamour, antique clusters of metal sequins were worked on top of a mesh base to create a classic look with a modern twist.

Zendaya and Michael Kors at the Met Ball 2016

Zendaya and Michael Kors at the Met Ball 2016

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Zendaya wore a gold gown by Michael Kors Collection - and was pictured with the designer himself.

Lena Dunham at the Met Ball 2016

Lena Dunham at the Met Ball 2016

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Lena Dunham looked ACE in this smart J.Crew tuxedo.

Kylie Jenner at the Met Ball 2016

Kylie Jenner at the Met Ball 2016

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Kylie Jenner wore this silver number by Balmain.

Lily Aldridge at the Met Ball 2016

Lily Aldridge at the Met Ball 2016

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Lily Aldridge wore a cutaway gown by Michael Kors Collection.

Naomi Watts at the Met Ball 2016

Naomi Watts at the Met Ball 2016

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Naomi Watts wore a silver sequinned Burberry gown and Fred Leighton jewellery.

Kristen Stewart at the Met Ball 2016

Kristen Stewart at the Met Ball 2016

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Kristen Stewart wore a knitted dress by Chanel.

Lupita Nyong'o at the Met Ball 2016

Lupita Nyong'o at the Met Ball 2016

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Lupita Nyong'o wore Calvin Klein Collection for The Green Carpet Challenge, finishing her look with some Tiffany & Co. jewels.

Katy Perry at the Met Ball 2016

Katy Perry at the Met Ball 2016

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Katy Perry wore a black velvet gown by Prada.

Madonna at the

Madonna at the

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Madonna at the Met Ball 2016

Madonna at the Met Ball 2016

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Rita Ora at the Met Ball 2016

Rita Ora at the Met Ball 2016

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Rita Ora stunned in Vera Wang.

Beyoncé at the Met Ball 2016

Beyoncé at the Met Ball 2016

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Beyoncé nearly stole the show in this latex Givenchy number.

Solange Knowles at the Met Ball 2016

Solange Knowles at the Met Ball 2016

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Solange Knowles wore a canary yellow pleated dress with matching latex stocking booties.

SJP at the Met Ball 2016

SJP at the Met Ball 2016

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SJP came as Carrie Bradshaw in this marvellous white suit and blue courts. Love, LOVE!

Willow & Jaden Smith at the Met Ball 2016

Willow & Jaden Smith at the Met Ball 2016

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Jaden Smith wore Louis Vuitton whilst sister Willow Smith wore Chanel.

Selena Gomez at the Met Ball 2016

Selena Gomez at the Met Ball 2016

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Selena Gomez wore this cute midi dress by Louis Vuitton.

Jessica Chastain at the Met Ball 2016

Jessica Chastain at the Met Ball 2016

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Jessica shone on the night in blue Prada.

Zoe Saldana at the Met Ball 2016

Zoe Saldana at the Met Ball 2016

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Zoe Saldana wore this peacock-inspired gown by Dolce & Gabbana.