While Jennifer Lopez, Beyonce and Kim Kardashian wore the most revealing dresses at the 2015 Met Gala, few would argue that they were among the best dressed. We’ve taken a look at some of the ladies that impressed us the most.
This year’s Costume Institute Gala Benefit celebrated the opening of the China: Through the Looking Glass exhibition. The charity event was co-chaired by Jennifer Lawrence, Chinese actress Gong Li, Vogue editor Anna Wintour, and others.
1. Reese Witherspoon in Jason Wu
The 39-year-old American actress and producer donned a red structured custom gown by Jason Wu. Our only criticism would be that the dress was rather underwhelming for a fashion event like this one. Reese accessorized with a Tiffany & Co necklace and completed the outfit with a pair of strappy sandals by Charlotte Olympia.
Reese Witherspoon at the 2015 Met Gala held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on May 4, 2015
2. Uma Thurman in Atelier Versace
The 45-year-old American actress and model was joined by her boyfriend, hotelier Andre Balazs. She donned a white asymmetrical v-neck gown by Atelier Versace. She styled the understated and seductive dress with Alexandre Birman shoes and Anna Hu earrings.
Uma Thurman and Andre Balazs at the 2015 Met Gala held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on May 4, 2015
3. Miley Cyrus in Alexander Wang
The 22-year-old daughter of country singer Billy Ray Cyrus donned a black gown from the Alexander Wang Fall 2015 collection featuring skin-baring cutouts and all-over silver studs. She styled the punk-rock dress with shoes by the same designer and Ana Khouri earrings.
Miley Cyrus and Zoe Kravitz at the 2015 Met Gala held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on May 4, 2015
4. Rihanna in Guo Pei Couture
The 27-year-old Barbadian singer, songwriter, actress, and fashion designer did not disappoint in a spectacularly elaborate couture number by Chinese designer Guo Pei featuring a long cape-style coat.
You could almost feel how the fashion world came to a standstill as Rihanna walked down the red carpet in her jaw-dropping yellow gown by the until now unknown Bejing-based designer. She styled the dress with a pair of Christian Louboutin “Toerless Muse” pumps.
Rihanna at the 2015 Met Gala held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on May 4, 2015
5. Sofia Vergara in Marchesa
While her gown paled in comparison to Rihanna’s ensemble, the 42-year-old Colombian-American actress looked classy in her own right wearing a ballet-pink strapless dress by Marchesa. She accessorized with Lorraine Schwartz jewelry. Sofia was joined at the event by her fiancé, 38-year-old American actor Joseph Michael “Joe” Manganiello.
Sofia Vergara and Joseph Michael “Joe” Manganiello at the 2015 Met Gala held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on May 4, 2015
6. Lady Gaga In Balenciaga
The 29-year-old entertainer, who was joined on the red carpet by fashion designer Alexander Wang, channeled an Eastern vibe in a Balenciaga gown that showed what the Met Gala is all about. She styled the kimono-inspired floor-length coat gown with sparkling leggings, towering platform heels, and Fred Leighton jewelry.
Lady Gaga and Alexander Wang at the 2015 Met Gala held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on May 4, 2015
7. Zendaya in Fausto Puglisi
The 18-year-old American actress, singer and dancer showed everyone how to dress for the MET Gala. Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman donned a captivating dress by Fausto Puglisi featuring a hand-embroidered sun motif, a plunging black velvet bodice, and a crimson silk duchesse asymmetric skirt.
Zendaya at the 2015 Met Gala held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on May 4, 2015
8. Jennifer Lawrence in Christian Dior Couture
The 24-year-old American actress co-chaired the event in an Asian-inspired gown from the Christian Dior Couture Spring 2015 collection featuring floral embellishments, cutouts, and gemstone embellishments along her neckline. She styled the body-con dress with Roger Vivier “Ondulation” ankle-strap sandals and Cartier jewelry.
Jennifer Lawrence at the 2015 Met Gala held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on May 4, 2015
9. Madonna in Moschino
The 56-year-old entertainer showed up in a custom Moschino dress and matching cape that read “Rebel Heart”, which is the title of her new album. Since we’re used to seeing Madonna in all kinds of tacky outfits, she was one of the positive surprises of the evening.
Madonna at the 2015 Met Gala held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on May 4, 2015
10. Emily Blunt In Prada
The 32-year-old English actress donned a custom Prada gown and cape featuring floral embroidery. She carried a navy clutch from the same Italian luxury fashion house and accessorized with stunning Anna Hu earrings. We were unfortunately unable to catch a glimpse of her undoubtedly stunning Christian Louboutin shoes.
Emily Blunt at the 2015 Met Gala held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on May 4, 2015
Do you agree with our choices? Let us know who you think was the best dressed!
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