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    The Serpentine Gallery Summer Party

    The stars and fashion darlings descended on Kensington Gardens in their best frocks for this year's Serpentine Gallery summer soiree

    By Marie Claire
    Published 27 June 2012 In Features

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    The stars and fashion darlings descended on Kensington Gardens in their best frocks for this year's Serpentine Gallery summer soiree

    Mischa Barton

    Mischa Barton

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    Mischa Barton added a touch of Hollywood glamour to the annual Serpentine Gallery summer party held in Hyde Park. The starlet's nude, floor-sweeping gown definitely set the fashion bar high for the other celebrity guests at the exclusive soiree.

    Mischa Barton

    Mischa Barton

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    Looking healthy and radiant, Mischa topped off her natural make-up with a pop of red lippy to mingle with the high society guests of London.

    CELEBRITY BEAUTY: EVERYONE'S WEARING RED LIPS

    Mischa Barton

    Mischa Barton

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    Looking healthy and radiant, Mischa topped off her natural make-up with a pop of red lippy to mingle with the high society guests of London.

    CELEBRITY BEAUTY: EVERYONE'S WEARING RED LIPS

    Holly Valance

    Holly Valance

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    Holly Valance turned up at the Serpentine Gallery in a fun-packed glittering Dolce&Gabbana number, nude Christian Louboutins and poker straight hair.

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    Holly Valance and Nick Candy

    Holly Valance and Nick Candy

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    The former Neighbours star was joined by her businessman fiance Nick Candy, who scrubbed up well in a form-fitting suit by Dolce&Gabbana.

    Amber Le Bon

    Amber Le Bon

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    The stunning Amber Le Bon complemented her lovely skin tone with a floaty Leon Max olive green frock which draped over her curves perfectly. She teamed the dress with Nicholas Kirkwood heels and Faberge necklace.

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    Olivia Grant

    Olivia Grant

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    Actress Olivia Grant got into the summer spirit of things by wearing a bright orange asymmetrical gown by Leon Max as she posed in London's charming Hyde Park.

    Amber Atherton

    Amber Atherton

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    Amber Atherton, of Made In Chelsea fame, channelled girlie chic in a cutesy peach frock, which she glammed-up with blinging silver accessories.

    Suki Waterhouse

    Suki Waterhouse

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    Model Suki Waterhouse looked adorable in a billowing floral maxi dress, red leather biker jacket and a block colour handbag. With her tresses pulled into an of-the-minute side braid, Suki's summer party look can't be faulted.

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    Amanda Wakeley

    Amanda Wakeley

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    One of Kate Middleton's favourite designers, Amanda Wakeley, shone at the glitzy bash in a vampy-yet-chic grey gown.

    Erin O'Connor

    Erin O'Connor

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    Model Erin O'Connor made a statement in a sheer black cocktail dress by Leon Max, which she teamed with a luxurious feather jacket, Nicholas Kirkwood heels and a silky peach clutch by Nina Ricci.

    Jaime Winstone

    Jaime Winstone

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    Jaime Winstone let her dramatic crop and letterbox red lippy take centre stage as she posed in a demure navy prom-style dress and metallic T-bar heels.

    Donna Air

    Donna Air

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    Donna Air bravely stepped out in a red and pink striped, glittering, metallic short suit. It's a bold fashion move to say the least but did it work for the Geordie? We're not convinced.

    Zara Martin

    Zara Martin

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    Zara Martin described being invited to the Serpentine's summer soiree as an absolute honour so naturally she dressed up for the occasion in a sheer black gown.

    Leah Wood

    Leah Wood

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    Leah Wood worked the androgynous look in a pale blue Louis Vuitton shirt and detailed black trousers.

    Azealia Banks

    Azealia Banks

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    American singer Azealia Banks got a taste of the English high life when she bagged an invite to the much sought after event. She repaid the favour by donning a striking puff-ball dress and, erm, jelly shoes.

    Leah Weller

    Leah Weller

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    Leah Weller, daughter of Paul Weller, stuck to one of the main fashion themes of the night in a sheer skirt by Louis Vuitton.

    Lydia Hearst

    Lydia Hearst

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    Actress Lydia Hearst was the belle of the ball in an absolutely stunning embellished, cap-sleeved gown. A slick of gothic red lipstick finished off her winning look.

    Laura Bailey

    Laura Bailey

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    Model Laura Bailey shone in a matching gold peplum top and midi skirt at the swanky bash thrown in the beautiful Kensington Gardens.

    Lorraine Kelly

    Lorraine Kelly

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    Everyone's favourite TV presenter Lorraine Kelly scrubbed up well for the occasion in a satin dress.

    Tracey Emin

    Tracey Emin

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    Legendary artist Tracey Emin took the evening's events in her stride as she posed for photographers at the event.

    Jo Wood and Tyrone Wood

    Jo Wood and Tyrone Wood

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    Jo Wood and Tyrone Wood made it a family affair as they stepped out in a very coordinated fashion at the Serpentine Gallery.

    Jade Jagger

    Jade Jagger

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    Looking tanned and healthy, Jade Jagger was all glossy tresses and pouts as she worked it for the cameras.

    Cara Delevingne

    Cara Delevingne

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    The breathtakingly beautiful Cara Delevingne rocked one of our favourite looks of the entire night. The model makes it look so easy!

    Nancy Dell'olio

    Nancy Dell'olio

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    There's always one. In a sea of stylish faces and beautifully understated gowns, Nancy Dell'olio stood out like the proverbial sore thumb in her Cleopatra-inspired headgear. Shudder.

    Erdem Moralioglu

    Erdem Moralioglu

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    The amazing designer behind fashion label Erdem seemed ready for the star-studded evening.

    Henry Holland

    Henry Holland

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    A few dozen cans of hairspray later and designer Henry Holland was ready for his close-up.

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