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
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
Gigi Hadid wore a gown by Tommy Hilfiger, whilst beau Zayn Malik wore Versace.
Taylor Swift at the Met Ball 2016
Taylor Swift was another of the night's stars to step out in Louis Vuitton.
Blake Lively at the Met Ball 2016
Blake Lively wore Burberry.
Beyoncé at the Met Ball 2016
Beyoncé in Givenchy.
Kim and Kanye at the Met Gala, 2016
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
Sarah Jessica Parker at the Met Ball 2016
SJP wore this detailed white suit creation (oh so Carrie Bradshaw) by Monse.
Alexa Chung at the Met Ball 2016
Alexa Chung wore a sequinned suit by Thakoon.
Sienna Miller at the Met Ball 2016
Sienna Miller looked divine in Gucci.
Kendall Jenner at the Met Ball 2016
Kendall Jenner wore this cutout creation by Atelier Versace.
Kate Hudson at the Met Ball 2016
Kate Hudson wore a white gown by Atelier Versace.
Nicole Kidman at the Met Ball 2016
Nicole Kidman wore a stunning creation by Alexander McQueen.
Amber Heard at the Met Ball 2016
Amber Heard wore a silky Ralph Lauren gown and Jimmy Choos.
Jason Statham & Rosie Huntington-Whiteley at the Met Ball 2016
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 wore a frilled dress by Ralph Lauren Collection with Jimmy Choo bag.
Saoirse Ronan at the Met Ball 2016
Saoirse Ronan wore this feathered gown by Christopher Kane.
Zoe Kravitz at the Met Ball 2016
Zoe Kravitz wore a mini dress by Valentino.
Claire Danes at the Met Ball 2016
Claire Danes wore a dreamy gown by Zac Posen.
Rita Ora at the Met Ball 2016
Rita Ora wore a silver confection by Vera Wang.
Madonna at the Met Ball 2016
Madonna in Givenchy.
Madonna at the Met Ball 2016
Madonna wore a fishnet and lace creation, complete with latex boots by Givenchy.
Madonna at the Met Ball 2016
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
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 word an ivory gown by Thakoon and Tiffany & Co. jewels.
Emma Roberts at the Met Ball 2016
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 wore this silver number by Balmain.
Emily Ratajkowski at the Met Ball 2016
Emily Ratajkowski wore a daring Prabal Gurung dress.
Alicia Vikander at the Met Ball 2016
Alicia Vikander wore Louis Vuitton.
Chloe Grace Moretz at the Met Ball 2016
Chloe Moretz wore this plunging black gown.
Dakota Fanning at the Met Ball 2016
Dakota Fanning wore a Nina Ricci dress.
Dakota Johnson at the Met Ball 2016
Dakota Johnson wore a star printed dress by Gucci.
Rachel McAdams at the Met Ball 2016
Rachel McAdams wore a Valentino dress.
Poppy Delevingne at the Met Ball 2016
Poppy Delevingne wore this incredible creation by Marchesa.
Jourdan Dunn at the Met Ball 2016
Jourdan Dunn wore silver Balmain for the big night.
Brie Larson at the Met Ball 2016
Oscar winner Brie Larson wore this sequinned midi dress by Proenza Schouler.
Katie Holmes at the Met Ball 2016
Katie Holmes wore this shimmering navy column gown.
Kate Bosworth at the Met Ball 2016
Kate Bosworth wore Dolce & Gabbana.
Michelle Williams at the Met Ball 2016
Michelle Williams wore a Louis Vuitton mini dress.
Lily Rose Depp at the Met Ball 2016
Lily-Rose Depp wore Chanel.
Karolina Kurkova at the Met Ball 2016
We loved, loved, LOVED Karolina's gorgeous oyster grey Marchesa gown.
Hailee Steinfeld at the Met Ball 2016
Hailee Steinfeld wore this emerald gown by H&M.
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen at the Met Ball 2016
The designer twins wore custom designs from their label, The Row.
Gigi Hadid & Zayn Malik at the Met Ball 2016
The model and the pop star only had eyes for each other at the Met Ball.
Michelle Monaghan at the Met Ball 2016
The True Detective star wore this bold frilled leather creation.
Jessica Chastain at the Met Ball 2016
Jessica Chastain wore Prada.
Karlie Kloss at the Met Ball 2016
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 in Balmain.
Miranda Kerr at the Met Ball 2016
Miranda Kerr wore this co-ord creation by Louis Vuitton.
Michael Polish & Kate Bosworth at the Met Ball 2016
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 looked ace in this fresh and funky striped silver gown.
Kate Upton at the Met Ball 2016
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 wore a gold gown by Michael Kors Collection - and was pictured with the designer himself.
Lena Dunham at the Met Ball 2016
Lena Dunham looked ACE in this smart J.Crew tuxedo.
Kylie Jenner at the Met Ball 2016
Kylie Jenner wore this silver number by Balmain.
Lily Aldridge at the Met Ball 2016
Lily Aldridge wore a cutaway gown by Michael Kors Collection.
Naomi Watts at the Met Ball 2016
Naomi Watts wore a silver sequinned Burberry gown and Fred Leighton jewellery.
Kristen Stewart at the Met Ball 2016
Kristen Stewart wore a knitted dress by Chanel.
Lupita Nyong'o at the Met Ball 2016
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 wore a black velvet gown by Prada.
Madonna at the
Madonna at the Met Ball 2016
Rita Ora at the Met Ball 2016
Rita Ora stunned in Vera Wang.
Beyoncé at the Met Ball 2016
Beyoncé nearly stole the show in this latex Givenchy number.
Solange Knowles at the Met Ball 2016
Solange Knowles wore a canary yellow pleated dress with matching latex stocking booties.
SJP at the Met Ball 2016
SJP came as Carrie Bradshaw in this marvellous white suit and blue courts. Love, LOVE!
Willow & Jaden Smith at the Met Ball 2016
Jaden Smith wore Louis Vuitton whilst sister Willow Smith wore Chanel.
Selena Gomez at the Met Ball 2016
Selena Gomez wore this cute midi dress by Louis Vuitton.
Jessica Chastain at the Met Ball 2016
Jessica shone on the night in blue Prada.
Zoe Saldana at the Met Ball 2016
Zoe Saldana wore this peacock-inspired gown by Dolce & Gabbana.