Posts for May 5th 2008

2008 Costume Institute Gala: Love It or Hate It Roundup

The Oscars and the Golden Globes seem like forever ago, but lucky for us we got spoiled big time last night thanks to the 2008 Costume Institute Gala.

The Oscars and the Golden Globes seem like forever ago, but lucky for us we got spoiled big time last night thanks to the 2008 Costume Institute Gala. This year's theme was superheroes and even though no one brought the drama quite like hostess Anna Wintour, Fab and Bella still had plenty to talk about. Be sure to cast your votes below.

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The Met's Costume Institute Gala: Ashley Olsen

Leave it to my girl Ashley to take the concept of keyholes and wear it in the coolest way possible — on her side.

Leave it to my girl Ashley to take the concept of keyholes and wear it in the coolest way possible — on her side. The black Diane von Furstenberg dress might look tacky on another, but on Ashley, it's sexy in the demurest way. Are you feeling her look?

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The Met's Costume Institute Gala: Mary-Kate Olsen

Mary-Kate is a golden child, er, woman.

Mary-Kate is a golden child, er, woman. Her custom Diane von Furstenberg dress was entirely covered with gold sequins, complete with plunging neckline down to there and a slit up to there. Does she deserve a gold star for her selection?

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The Met's Costume Institute Gala: Sarah Michelle Gellar

Sarah went for understated chic in her minimalist long black strapless dress.

Sarah went for understated chic in her minimalist long black strapless dress. For me, it's very middle of the road. I wish she had gone for more of a statement, especially with the superheroes theme of the night. What about you?

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The Met's Costume Institute Gala: David & Victoria Beckham

An Armani-clad David and Victoria Beckham look like quite the posh couple tonight.

An Armani-clad David and Victoria Beckham look like quite the posh couple tonight. Not that they don't normally, but seeing them dolled up on the red carpet is a treat. Victoria's long white lace shirtdress is a working combination of super mature and super sexy. Oh, and super see-through! I wouldn't have chosen it for myself, but Victoria wears it with sheer confidence. As for Beckham, whatever he wears, goes. What do you think of this Armani advocating couple?

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The Met's Costume Institute Gala: Zoe Kravitz

Fashion pixie Zoe Kravitz went from everyday punk to pretty for this red carpet in a sea green crushed velvet gown.

Fashion pixie Zoe Kravitz went from everyday punk to pretty for this red carpet in a sea green crushed velvet gown. She stayed true to her unique style, but still managed to glam it up with an over the shoulder boa. Do you like what you see?

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The Met's Costume Institute Gala: Fergie

Fergie is one of the ladies in black tonight.

Fergie is one of the ladies in black tonight. In theory I dig her sleek Calvin Klein one-shoulder dress, but for some reason the execution is not quite right. Perhaps her exposed shoulder is a bit too buff. Do you agree?

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The Met's Costume Institute Gala: Kristin Davis

Kristin Davis' Michael Kors gown is a perfect example of how to obtain drama minus volume.

Kristin Davis' Michael Kors gown is a perfect example of how to obtain drama minus volume. The train and sequin detail on the bodice make it fancy and without being in your face. The bow in the back is very Charlotte York. Sweet!

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The Met's Costume Institute Gala: Jennifer Connelly

I normally don't like a head-to-toe look straight off the runway but Balenciaga's runway is all about just that.

I normally don't like a head-to-toe look straight off the runway but Balenciaga's runway is all about just that. And, it works like a charm for its muse, Jennifer Connelly. I keep trying to push Connelly in Balenciaga on you, is it working yet?

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The Met's Costume Institute Gala: Maggie Gyllenhaal

Maggie Gyllenhaal teamed up with Peter Som and the result is this poufy, strapless eggplant dress.

Maggie Gyllenhaal teamed up with Peter Som and the result is this poufy, strapless eggplant dress. There's a lot going on — ruched bodice, oversized bow, uneven hem, tulle — but it's very Maggie!

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