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The Top Trends of the Costume Institute Ball

FabSugar — Tue, 03 May 2011 11:45:50 PDT

Our best-dressed women of Met's Costume Institute Gala, for the most part, represented the best of the red carpet mini trends: cutouts, thigh-high slits, long trains, and feathers. Here's a look at the mini trends we saw on what is arguably the biggest night in fashion. Click our slideshow to see, and take note for the next time you're looking for a gown.

Outrageous, Yet Amazing: Looks From the Met Gala 2011

Noria Morales — Tue, 03 May 2011 09:15:50 PDT

Unlike any other awards night, the Met's Costume Institute Gala is the night where stars and fashion lovers are encouraged to be as bold as possible. Last night, ladies and gents alike gave us plenty to buzz at, and reminded us that fashion should always be good fun. From Vogue editors' bold splashes of color and print to Beyoncé's walking troubles and Karolina's leggings, it was clear that fashion ruled. Click the slideshow to see the most outrageous and amazing looks from the Met Gala 2011.

Ballerina Supermodels: Who Is Your Favorite?

Noria Morales — Tue, 03 May 2011 08:45:34 PDT

Miranda Kerr and Jessica Stam channeled a bit of the White Swan aesthetic at last night's Met Gala. Miranda went for frothy white in Marchesa, while Jessica kept it a tad more subtle in a blush-colored Tommy Hilfiger dress. Both look appropriate for a pair of ballet slippers, and both deserve standing ovations, but which ballet-inspired look is your favorite?

We'll Be Live Blogging Every Moment of the Met Gala Tonight!

Noria Morales — Mon, 02 May 2011 11:22:52 PDT

Are you as excited as we are to see the incredible fashion that is sure to walk the red carpet at tonight's Met Gala? Often referred to as the Oscars of the East Coast, the Met Gala, helmed by Vogue editor Anna Wintour, is arguably the most fashionable event of the year. We'll be live blogging the event tonight, covering every look that comes down the red carpet, starting around 7 p.m. EST.

This year, the Gala honors the Costume Institute's latest exhibition, Savage Beauty, which looks at the work of British designer Alexander McQueen. It's a special time for the house of McQueen, as Kate Middleton, now Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, wore a wedding dress designed by current Alexander McQueen designer Sarah Burton.

To get you primed and ready, we're sharing the behind-the-scenes Twitter pics posted from Met Museum by fashion journalist Jim Shi. Just click the slideshow to see, and make sure to visit us tonight.

Guess the Hot Mamas at the Met Costume Gala

babysugar — Tue, 04 May 2010 11:00:27 PDT

It was moms' night out at the Metropolitan Museum of Art's annual Costume Institute Gala last night. Celebrity ladies went all out and traded dirty nappies for a night of glitz and glamour as they made their way down the red carpet. Take this quiz and see if you can identify the dolled up mamas.

Question 1 of 10

Which mom of two looked golden with her pinned-up hair and shimmery metallic gown?

Met Gala Trivia - How Well Do You Know American Style?

FabSugar — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 05:50:22 PDT

The 2010 Costume Institute Gala is nearing - be sure to look out for our Love It or Hate It? polls Monday evening - and this year's theme is American Woman: Fashioning a National Identity. To get you prepared, I've put together this fun trivia on all things Americana. It covers everything from Jackie O to denim to the Gibson girl. You ready? Rock on.

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Best Dressed Celebrities at the Costume Institute Gala: 2005-2009

FabTV — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 18:30:41 PDT

Jennifer Lopez, Sarah Jessica Parker, and other stylish celebrities have been known to attend the Costume Institute Gala, known as the "Oscars of fashion." In anticipation of this year's star-studded event honoring the American Woman, we've taken a look back at the Met's red carpet fashion from years past and picked the stylish celebrities, designers and models who best embodied the year's theme.

Awesome Americana: Ralph Lauren

FabSugar — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 14:00:22 PDT

One of my favorite things about May is The Met's Costume Institute gala. Since this year's theme is the American woman, we've decided to pay tribute to some of our favorite American designers who helped dress them. First up is the illustrious Ralph Lauren. Did you know his yearning for fashion and design started as a young boy working after school so he could buy himself suits? Cute. That was then, and now, Ralph Lauren is one of the biggest designers in American history. Throughout the years, Ralph has made a name for himself, pumping out classic cuts and sophisticated styles. Take a trip down memory lane and check out some of our favorite Ralph moments.

Don't forget to check out our live Love It or Hate It red carpet coverage of the Met Gala May 3!

The Met's Costume Institute Gala: Lucy Liu

FabSugar — Tue, 08 May 2007 10:29:18 PDT

Lucy was definitely a Zac Posen girl at the gala. This purple Posen gown is so regal and attention-grabbing - in a good way. She truly looks like a queen, especially with the Grecian gold headpiece. The ruffles on the shoulders and on the train give the dress pizazz. Are you in love too?

Vote on all the Costume Institute Gala fashions here

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Take a Peek Inside the Costume Institute Gala!

Allie Merriam — Tue, 03 May 2011 16:18:00 PDT

The red carpet at the Costume Institute Gala was well-covered by reporters and photographers, but now we have a look inside the Met Ball itself! Gwyneth Paltrow headed inside to chat with her Pucci-clad pal Beyoncé Knowles, other ladies posed solo, and couples mingled with their friends. There was so much to see inside the Metropolitan Museum of Art, so click through for a few select snaps from the party!