The Met Ball's Best Dressed Divas

This year's Met Ball theme, "China: Through the Looking Glass", was one of the most challenging to date. There's nothing more daunting than a theme that invites Americans to inspire themselves from another culture that they may or may not know much about. Some people stuck to the theme, such as Emily Ratajkowski, Alexa Chung, and Irina Shayk. Others opted for something slightly off putting and avant-garde like Katy Perry, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Solange Knowles. Some women decided to showcase their bodies and ignore the theme altogether, such as Kim Kardashian, Beyonce, and Dakota Johnson. All in all, it was an evening to remember because almost every look attracted a stare and if it didn't, it was probably forgotten the next day. After checking out everyone's outfit choice, I couldn't resist creating a best-dressed list that best reflected my top choices of the night. Whether they stuck to the theme or not hardly matters when heads were turned and eyebrows were raised.

Here is my top ten.

NUMBER 10

Kristen Wiig in Prabal Gurung

Someone forgot to tell Kristen Wiig that the theme wasn't Greek goddess. Regardless, she definitely looked like one in this yellow floor-length Prabal gown.

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NUMBER 9

Gigi Hadid in DVF

Apparently, it was a night for red dresses. Ladies like Gigi Hadid, Amal Clooney, and Poppy Delevingne, opted for this bold hue at this year's Met Gala and each wore it well. Gigi's dress may have not reflected the theme, but the floral detailing definitely reminded me of a beautiful Asian garden.

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NUMBER 8
Kerry Washington in Prada
Kerry Washington was obviously going for the stop-in-your-tracks-and-take-your-breath-away look in a pastel pink high-low Prada gown with green Mary Janes no less. This one also had a party in the back to add to its glamour with a lovely bow behind the neckline fit for a princess.

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NUMBER 7
Diane Kruger in Chanel
And the biggest shocker of the night goes to Diane Kruger in Chanel (not really, though). Kruger opted for a chic white look and as the antithesis of Kerry Washington, she chose to wear pants. Let's all keep in mind that these pants were beyond amazing so we'll give her that one. Points for romance and originality, but whether or not it fit the theme is another story altogether.

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NUMBER 6
Kate Beckinsale in DVF
Another goddess at the Met Gala last night was Kate Beckinsale in a clingy gold DVF dress. Always classy, Kate is a consistent best-dressed choice.

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NUMBER 5
Kendall Jenner in Calvin Klein Collection
Kendall may have opted for the serious side-boob look, but it came out tasteful and chic. This sparkly green Calvin Klein was absolutely divine.

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NUMBER 4
Lily Aldridge in Carolina Herrera
Lily Aldridge opted for a frilly light grey Herrera with a bold purple lip and I instantly fell in love. With just the right combination of edge and class, this one made it right in my top five.

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NUMBER 3
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley in Atelier Versace
Another VS model who took my breath away last night was Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. The Brit model showed up in a sparkly gold dress with asymmetrical cutouts that caught everyone's eye.

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NUMBER 2
Kate Hudson in Michael Kors
Apparently, it was the night to wear a gold dress and my favourite just happened to be on Kate Hudson. Her choice was by far the most jaw-dropping of the bunch.

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NUMBER 1
Poppy Delevingne in Marchesa
And my number one dress of the night goes to Poppy Delevingne in red Marchesa. From the floral appliques at the top to the long full red skirt, I was instantly blown away.

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Which was your favourite look from last night? 

Ponder it,

Bella

How To Make A Best-Dressed List Based On Twitter

I've been itching for a best-dressed list since awards season came to an end and my entire world lost meaning. Lo and behold, the moment has finally arrived and I couldn't be more pleased. If you haven't already checked out Rachel Zoe, The Man Repeller, People Stylewatch, or Vogue.com, you're in for a treat. If you have, I apologize for this list of dresses you're already tired of seeing. Who can resist judgmental banter about celebrity style choices made by their celebrity stylists? This year's theme, Charles James: Beyond Fashion, at the newly named Anna Wintour Costume Center, kept me guessing because frankly, I hadn't even heard of the designer until this week. Contrary to most years, this year's Met Gala wasn't even live streamed, so we all had to rely on Twitter for our red carpet updates. As much as I love to refresh my Twitter feed, it was slightly anticlimactic and I found myself on Netflix within the first half hour. Though none of us had the privilege of watching this event, we still got to ogle at celebrities after the fact as images flooded our favourite fashion websites. Based on what I saw, I concocted this best-dressed list. 

NUMBER 10: Emma Stone

Designer : Thakoon

Emma Stone channelled her inner disney princess with a side braid. She also channelled her inner sex vixen with some tasteful side boob. And let's not forget that side slit and her man on the side. The only thing that wasn't on the side was her. Her choices made her the center of attention at an event where everyone is the center of attention. I suppose that's not saying much, but I still liked her outfit.

NUMBER 9: Greta Gerwig
Designer: Olivier Theyskens
This made me ponder for several hours (minutes) about whether or not I could possible like it. In my book, that's a good sign. 

NUMBER 8: Lily Aldridge
Designer: Michael Kors
It isn't a party without a Victoria's Secret Model in a metallic dress. She looked pretty gorgeous, but I suppose she would've looked equally beautiful in a plastic bag.

NUMBER 7: Joan Smalls
Designer: Vera Wang
There's something about the sheer skirt of this dress that is undeniably sexy. And the dramatic purple lip was the perfect touch popularized by our favourite awkward singer, Lorde. Apparently, side braids are also coming back, so get ready ladies.

NUMBER 6: Cara Delevingne
Designer: Stella McCartney
Obviously, Cara Delevingne hadn't heard of Charles James either. Naturally, she decided to be a rebel and wear pants with a killer crop top after googling his name on her iPhone. Who can blame her for being a rule breaker?

NUMBER 5: Rihanna
Designer: Stella McCartney
Speaking of daring outfit choices, Rihanna opted for this white Stella McCartney dress that was cropped at the front to expose her rock hard abs and a hint of her tattoo. Leave it to Rihanna to be a rebel in head-to-toe white. Wait until you see the back.

NUMBER 4: Blake Lively
Designer: Gucci
Blake Lively showed up with her arm candy (Ryan Reynolds) and of course, her signature blond retro waves. Her dress was alright too.

NUMBER 3: Sarah Jessica Parker
Designer: Oscar de la Renta
Apparently, Sarah Jessica Parker took the theme VERY seriously by wearing this extravagant gown by Oscar de la Renta, long gloves, and a bouffant hairdo. As usual, she brought back Carrie Bradshaw with this dress, further convincing me that they are one and the same.

NUMBER 2: Hailee Steinfeld
Designer: Prabal Gurung
The biggest surprise of the night was Hailee Steinfeld. She made everyone's best dressed list this year because of this gorgeous black and white Prabal Gurung gown. Wow is the word.

NUMBER 1: Suki Waterhouse
Designer: Burberry
Of course, Suki Waterhouse wore Burberry like a proud Brit. She may be wearing a sweet frilly dress, but that red lip reminds us of her edgy side.

Did you catch the Met Gala Twitter feed? Which was your favourite dress from last night? Were you inspired by the theme?

Bella 

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