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    Met Gala 2015: behind-the-scenes snaps

    See how the stars prepared for the glittering Met Gala 2015...

    By Marie Claire
    Published 5 May 2015 In Features

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    See how the stars prepared for the glittering Met Gala 2015...

    The Met Gala 2015 was a glittering affair, like any other, with the likes of Rihanna, Alexa Chung and Beyonce topping the celebrity guest list, and treading the red carpet in a selection of showstopping gowns created by some of fashion's finest designers.

    And as the celebrities posed up a storm on the red carpet, there was plenty of behind-the-scenes action going on too, helpfully documented by the stars themsleves on Instagram.

    From Lily Aldridge having a pre-Gala facial, to Cara Delevingne weighing-in with Stella McCartney and new pals Miley Cyrus and Rita Ora sharing a selfie - we've rounded up all the best snaps from the night.

    Katie Holmes shared a fun before and after snap of her daring blunt new bob, seen in what looks to be an impressive hand stand pose.

    Kim Kardashian and J-Lo posed for an incredible 'Belfie' in their red carpet gowns, taken by Kim K's new hubby Kanye West.

    The queen of pop Madonna was a busy girl on Instagram, sharing a selection of snaps, most notably with fellow singers Katy Perry and Lady Gaga, and another seen showering Moschino's Jeremy Scott with praise for her all-black Met Gala look.

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    See all the unexpected friendships, pre-Gala beauty prep and close-up shots of that jewel encrusted Beyonce dress, and click through to see the our Met Gala instagram round-up...

    First up, BFF's Cara and Rihanna...

    Rihanna & Cara Delevingne

    Rihanna & Cara Delevingne

    Met Gala Instagram

    Rihanna and Cara Delevingne share a rare moment together during the Gala dinner, as captured by Brit designer Stella McCartney 'The ladies! X-Stella #StellasWorld #MetGala2015'

    Kim Kardashian & Jennifer Lopez

    Kim Kardashian & Jennifer Lopez

    Met Gala Instagram

    Kanye West documented possibly one of the most famous Belfie shots to date, snapping his new wife Kim Kardashian and friend Jennifer Lopez side by side in their showstopping gowns 'Kim K - With my idol @jlo'.

    Kim Kardashian & Jennifer Lopez

    Kim Kardashian & Jennifer Lopez

    Met Gala Instagram

    Kanye West documented possibly one of the most famous Belfie shots to date, snapping his new wife Kim Kardashian and friend Jennifer Lopez side by side in their showstopping gowns 'Kim K - With my idol @jlo'.

    Emma Roberts

    Emma Roberts

    Met Gala Instagram

    Ralph Lauren posted a rather demure picture of Emma Roberts wearing a stunning emerald green gown of their creation en route to the MET Gala.

    Madonna, Lady Gaga & Katy Perry

    Madonna, Lady Gaga & Katy Perry

    Met Gala Instagram

    Who knew these sassy singers were pals? Madonna captions this super-sweet snap 'Girls night out.......... Kissing the Ring........Finally! #metball'.

    Stella McCartney & Cara Delevingne

    Stella McCartney & Cara Delevingne

    Met Gala Instagram

    Stella McCartney shared this fun snap with Cara Delevingne on some rather overswized weighing scales 'The ladies! X-Stella #StellasWorld #MetGala2015'.

    Sarah Jessica Parker

    Sarah Jessica Parker

    Met Gala Instagram

    Sarah Jessica Parker posed pre-Gala, showcasing her rather extravagant headpiece by Philip Treacey.

    Rita Ora, Madonna & Tom Ford

    Rita Ora, Madonna & Tom Ford

    Met Gala Instagram

    Rita Ora, Madonna and Tom Ford team up for one of the most stylish Instagram snaps of the night 'Thank you my handsome most amazing date @tomford #gorgeousdatenightwitthebaes

    Stella Mccartney, Donatella Versace & Cara Delevingne

    Stella Mccartney, Donatella Versace & Cara Delevingne

    Met Gala Instagram

    Stella McCartney shared a candid snap with pals Cara Delevingne and Donatella Versace.

    Rihanna

    Rihanna

    Met Gala Instagram

    Rihanna was clearly a fan of that showstopping yellow train, taking to Instagram to share her MET Ball red carpet moment.

    Madonna & Jeremy Scott

    Madonna & Jeremy Scott

    Met Gala Instagram

    Madonna is clearly a fan of designer-of-the-moment Jeremy Scott, captioning her candid snap  'Living For Moschino!!!??#rebelhearts'.

    Kim Kardashian, Kanye West & Madonna

    Kim Kardashian, Kanye West & Madonna

    Met Gala Instagram

    Kim Kardashian shared a selfie with her new husband and Queen of pop, Madonna. 'Met @diplo x Kanye x @Madonna'.

    Kim Kardashian

    Kim Kardashian

    Met Gala Instagram

    Kim Kardashian, Marc Jacobs, Cher and Kanye West team up for a super-starry selfie.

    Kim Kardashian & Lady Gaga

    Kim Kardashian & Lady Gaga

    Met Gala Instagram

    Kim Kardashian and Lady Gaga share a moment post MET Ball 'I just love this girl @ladygaga.

    Karen Elson

    Karen Elson

    Met Gala Instagram

    Karen Elson captured her prep-team at work to create the ultimate MET Gala look. 'Almost ready thanks to the glam squad at @dolcegabbana @stefanogabbana @beauty5s @james_breese_ @pasqualeferrantehair'.

    Karlie Kloss

    Karlie Kloss

    Met Gala Instagram

    Karlie Kloss poses with model-of-the-moment Gigi Hadid 'Hitched a ride to the #MetGala with this gorgeous gal @gigihadid #CarpoolLane'.

    Diane Von Furstenberg

    Diane Von Furstenberg

    Met Gala Instagram

    DVF and her MET Gala gals 'Almost ready for the #MetGala! Diane with Kate Mara, Kate Beckinsale, @GigiHadid and @gabiviolin14 #ChinaLookingGlass'.

    Beyonce

    Beyonce

    Met Gala Instagram

    Up close and personal with queen Bey.

    Beyonce

    Beyonce

    Met Gala Instagram

    A relaxed Beyonce shares a rare off-duty snap playing with her super-high ponytail.

    Alexa Chung & Erdem

    Alexa Chung & Erdem

    Met Gala Instagram

    Alexa Chung's Instagram thank you letter to Brit designer Erdem '@nataporter Thank you @erdemlondon for making me feel like a princess princess!!'.

    Alexa Chung

    Alexa Chung

    Met Gala Instagram

    Alexa Chung with pal Phillip Lim 'Bumped into a fave @therealphilliplim'.

    Sarah Jessica parker

    Sarah Jessica parker

    Met Gala Instagram

    Sarah Jessica Parker signs out from the MET Gala 2015 'Til next year...'.

    Lily Aldridge

    Lily Aldridge

    Met Gala Instagram

    Lily Aldridge shares her pre-Gala beauty prep 'Enjoying a- little pre #MetGala pampering'.

    Estee Lauder

    Estee Lauder

    Met Gala Instagram

    Estee Lauder captured an up-close shot of model-of-the-moment Kendall Jenner pre red carpet.

    Katie Holmes

    Katie Holmes

    Met Gala Instagram

    Katie Holmes debuting that new blunt bob at the MET Gala 2015.

    Katie Holmes

    Katie Holmes

    Met Gala Instagram

    Katie Holmes pre-bob haircut  'Dare me.....#metball'.

    Reese Witherspoon & Sophia Vergara

    Reese Witherspoon & Sophia Vergara

    Met Gala Instagram

    New BFF's Reese Witherspoon and Sophia Vergara share a sweet snap post MET gala.

    Miranda Kerr

    Miranda Kerr

    Met Gala Instagram

    Miranda Kerr poses with her styling team en route to the MET Gala 2015.

    Miley Cyrus & Rita Ora

    Miley Cyrus & Rita Ora

    Met Gala Instagram

    Miley Cyrus and Rita Ora take to the dance floor for some post-Gala fun.

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