Met Gala 2015 - Red Carpet Fashion

Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute

China: "Through the Looking Glass"

May 7, 2015 - August 16, 2015

The Good, The Mad, The Crazies & The Shining Star

On Monday, May 4, 2015, The Metropolitan Museum Costume Institute Gala in New York City benefit gala featured the new exhibit China: "Through the Looking Glass."   This gorgeous display will explore the impact of Chinese aesthetics on Western fashion.   The gala was a glamorous affair attended by a flood of celebrities, socialites and designers all ready to celebrate the Chinese influence on fashion throughout the ages.  Interestingly, the theme title seemed to confuse many in attendance with the characters in the movie Alice in Wonderland (2010) since the clothing choices by the elite were indeed a madcap of eccentricities.   These crazed apparel selections sandwiched amongst the stylish and appropriately dressed caused excitement and amusement for the world at large.

The Good - Defined Elegance

The Kate's - Gold Magic

China Blue

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The Mad - Off the Charts

Channeling Morticia A. Addams

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The Crazies - Taking a Ride on Naked

Beyonce' - Givenchy

Kim - Peter Dundas for Roberto Cavalli

Jennifer - Versace

Miley - Alexander Wang

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The Shining Star - The Best Dressed

Captured the Theme Beautifully

Last to Arrive on the Red Carpet -

Rihanna - Guo Pei

“In difficult times, fashion is always outrageous.”
—Elsa Schiaparelli

Kim Hardwick - Forever Chic Style

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