Met Ball Gala 2015: All the pictures
The Met Ball 2015 didn't disappoint when it came to red carpet dresses this year.
Based around the theme of China: Through the Looking Glass, guests including Rihanna, Beyonce and Kim Kardashian came wearing their most showstopping gowns.
The main talking points? A princess may have been born this weekend, but no one looked more regal than Rihanna who looked like something out of Beauty and the Beast in her Guo Pei yellow dress.
Beyonce and Kim Kardashian battled it out in sheer, crystal-covered creations (by Givenchy and Roberto Cavalli respectively). In fact, this may be Beyonce's most daring outfit to date - she looked naked spare a few colourful crystals which covered her modesty.
Let us now come to Sarah Jessica Parker's bold headdress, a bespoke Philip Treacy creation, which featured red horizontal flames.
Amal Clooney attracted attention for wearing a ruffled, voluminous gown by disgraced designer John Galliano. Accessories came by way of her husband, that actor George Clooney.
To see who wore what - from Jennifer Lopez and Kendall Jenner to Cara Delevingne and Cher - click through the gallery below:
GettyGigi Hadid
She may only be a rising star in the model world, but Gigi Hadid looked every inch the red carpet veteran in her red DVF dress.
Rex FeaturesKendall Jenner
We most heartily approve of Kendall Jenner's mermaid-like Calvin Klein jewelled dress.
GettyDiane Kruger
Leave it to Diane Kruger to look stylish, original and gorgeous at any red carpet event. Here she in demure Chanel separates.
Rex FeaturesKate Hudson
Kate Hudson sparkles in gold Michael Kors.
GettySienna Miller
Never one to play it safe, Sienna Miller wore an embellished Thakoon trouser suit and looks nothing short of INCREDIBLE.
GettyGeorgia May Jagger
Georgia May Jagger veers away from more traditional red carpet gowns and opts for a kimono Gucci dress.
GettyCarey Mulligan
Carey Mulligan looks like a contemporary Audrey Hepburn in her voluminous Balenciaga dress.
GettyRihanna
Rihanna's canary yellow embroidered gown by Chinese designer Guo Pei ensured that she was belle of the ball. While some have said she looks a little like an omelette, the rest of us all agree this was the outfit that won the night.
GettyKim Kardashian
Kim Kardashian shows off her incredible hourglass figure in a mostly sheer, embellished gown by Roberto Cavalli by Peter Dundas, adorned with feathers and jewels. Understatedness is not something the Kardashians go in for, making the red carpet a whole lot more interesting.
GettyJay-Z and Beyonce
Jay Z and Beyonce are the evening's king and queen, she in her nude Givenchy gown and he in his dapper tux.
GettyRobert Pattinson and FKA Twigs
Robert Pattinson and FKA Twigs make their first red carpet appearance together. The singer wore a colourful patchwork Christopher Kane dress.
GettySarah Jessica Parker
Sarah Jessica Parker's bespoke Philip Treacy headdress became quite a talking point, as did her H&M gown.
GettyJustin Bieber and Olivier Rousteing
Justin Bieber decided not to take his sunglasses off while walking the red carpet with Balmain designer Olivier Rousteing.
GettyJennifer Lawrence
Jennifer Lawrence, who managed not to fall over or photobomb anyone (shame), opted for a Dior Couture gown with floral detailing.
GettyMiley Cyrus
Miley Cyrus showed off a new blue and green hairstyle, while wearing a revealing Alexander Wang studded dress. It's still a relatively toned down outfit choice for the singer.
GettyGeorge and Amal Clooney
Could this genetically gifted couple be any more loved up? Amal Clooney attracted controversy for wearing a ruffle gown by Maison Margiela 'Artisanal' gown created especially for her by disgraced designer John Galliano. George came in a Giorgio Armani tux.
GettyDakota Johnson
Dakota Johnson added a youthful edge to the red carpet in her disco ball Chanel Couture mini dress. No changes needed for the after-party.
GettyAlexa Chung and Erdem Moralioglu
Alexa Chung in a beautiful Oriental-inspired strapless gown by Erdem, pictured here hanging off her arm. Special mention also goes to her slick back hair.
GettyDiane Kruger with Joshua Jackson
And Joshua Jackson never disappoints as an accessory either.
GettyAdriana Lima
Victoria's Secret Angel Adriana Lima wears an understated Marc Jacobs dress covered in crystals, accessorised by new bangs - which we very much approve of.
GettyAmanda Seyfried
Amanda Seyfried's Givenchy Couture dress had a vaguely bridal feel.
GettyCara Delevingne
Cara Delevingne stayed true to her tomboy style in a Stella McCartney playsuit and a series of fake tattoos.
GettyCara Delevingne and Stella McCartney
Delevingne poses with designer and friend Stella McCartney.
GettyEddie Redmayne and Hannah Bagshawe
How to upstage your Oscar-winning husband Eddie Redmayne? Wear a beautiful monochrome Valentino dress, obviously. A style triumph for Hannah Bagshawe.
GettyReese Witherspoon
Reese Witherspoon goes for a classic Jason Wu dress, with a daring thigh split.
GettyEmma Roberts
This silk Ralph Lauren dress has a wonderfully Thirties appeal. Well done Emma Roberts, job well done.
GettyEmily Blunt
Although die-hard Prada fans, we're not so sure of Emily Blunt's embroidered cape and gown combo.
GettyChloe Moretz
Chloe Moretz wore a sweet printed Coach dress with a personalised clutch bag.
Rex FeaturesCandice Swanepoel
Candice Swanepoel decided on a nude-coloured lace gown by Michael Kors, which accentuated her winning figure nicely.
GettyAshley and Mary-Kate Olsen
To hell with traditional red carpet garb - Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen went dressed as beautiful princesses of darkness in matching vintage Dior gowns by John Galliano at Dior.
GettySolange Knowles
Following that Jay Z-lift drama last year, Solange Knowles wore this Star Wars-esque Giles Deacon dress. While we salute her fashion bravery, we're not sure if we're sold.
GettyLily Aldridge
Lily Aldridge looks regal in an ice blue gown with cascading ruffles.
GettyRose Byrne
Rose Bryne looks chic in a Calvin Klein Collection lacquer red hand-cut leather dress.
GettyKaren Elson
If you can't dress up at the Met Gala when can you? Karen Elson comes us a empress (we think).
GettyClaire Danes
We love Claire Danes' purple lipstick worn with her green Valentino dress.
GettyBehati Prinsloo
Victoria's Secret model Behati Prinsloo wears a gothic velvet dress by Tommy Hilfiger.
GettyAnne Hathaway
Anne Hathaway in a Jedi-inspired gown by Ralph Lauren.
GettyAmber Valletta
Amber Valletta in a embroidered, figure-hugging gown.
GettyEmily Ratajkowski
Who says the high street can't work on the red carpet? Emily Ratajkowski wears a Topshop dress, teamed with gold platform heels.
GettyHailee Steinfeld
Hailee Steinfeld in a princess-worthy scarlet gown by Michael Kors.
GettyHailey Baldwin
Hailey Baldwin keeps it short and sweet in a baby blue Topshop dress.
GettyHelen Mirren
One of the best looks of the night, Helen Mirren looks perfect in a red Dolce & Gabbana dress.
GettyIrina Shayk
Nothing like a thigh-high dress to get the photographers snapping - Irina Shayk in a daring Atelier Versace gown.
GettyJaime King
Pregnant Jaime King in a streamlined Boss dress.
GettyJennifer Connelly
Jennifer Connelly makes a case for shoulder pads in her lace Louis Vuitton dress.
GettyJessica Alba
Jessica Alba in a strapless, revealing Kenzo dress.
GettyJessica Chastain
Jessica Chastain exudes old school Hollywood glamour in her Givenchy Couture gown.
Matthew Baron/RexJulianne Moore
Never one to be a fashion step wrong, Julianne Moore looks characteristically chic in Givenchy Couture.
GettyRosie Huntington-Whiteley
If you look like Ms Huntington-Whiteley anything will look good, but we have to admit she dazzles in this shimmering Versace gown.
GettyKristen Wiig
Adding an injection of colour to the proceedings is Kristin Wiig in her sherbet-coloured Prabal Gurung dress.
Rex FeaturesAlicia Keyes and Jean Paul Gaultier
Jean Paul Gaultier serves as Alicia Keyes' date for the evening.
Rex FeaturesAllison Williams
No one does dramatic red carpet like Giambattista Valli, as Girls star Allison Williams knows too well.
Rex FeaturesBella Hadid
Bella Hadid opts for a LBD with an oriental embroidered flower and tight bun.
Rex FeaturesCher
Oh Cher, how we love you in your sparkling Marc Jacobs dress.
Rex FeaturesChloe Sevigny
Chloe Sevigny, one of the original It girls, in an embroidered JW Anderson gown.
Rex FeaturesDianne Agron
Dianne Agron in a Grecian-inspired dress by Tory Burch.
GettyEllie Goulding
Ellie Gooulding works a Twenties-esque beaded fringing dress by Marchesa.
Rex FeaturesJack O'Connell
Jack O'Connell makes an appearance at the event.
Rex FeaturesJennifer Lopez
Lopez joins Kim Kardashian and Beyonce in wearing a nude, sheer gown covered in beads.
GettyJosephine de la Baume and Mark Ronson
What a handsome couple they make - Mark Ronson attends the event with wife Josephine de la Baume.
GettyKarlie Kloss
Karlie Kloss in a black beaded dress.
Rex FeaturesKate Beckinsale
There's something very Studio 54 about Kate Beckinsale's glittering Diane von Furstenberg's gown.
Rex FeaturesKate Mara and Diane von Furstenberg
Diane von Furstenberg dresses Kate Mara in an embroidered, plunging gown.
Rex FeaturesKaty Perry
Trust Katy Perry to add playfulness to the red carpet in her Moschino strapless dress.
Rex FeaturesKerry Washington
Had Rihanna not have been present, Kerry Washington really would have been belle of the ball in her pink Prada gown.
Rex FeaturesLady Gaga
She could have gone bolder, but Lady Gaga met us half way with her Balenciaga ensemble.
Rex FeaturesLily Collins
Lily Collins in demure head-to-toe Chanel.
Rex FeaturesLily Donaldson
Lily Donaldson looks classically beautiful in a red plunging dress.
Rex FeaturesLinda Evangelista
Linda Evangelista in an asymmetric red and black gown.
Rex FeaturesLenny Kravitz and Lisa Bonet
Exes Lenny Kravitz and Lisa Bonet hit the red carpet together.
GettyMadonna
Madonna wears Givenchy, even braving a cape (impressive considering that fateful Brits night).
GettyMaggie Gyllenhaal
Maggie Gyllenhaal in monochrome Roland Mouret accesorised with an orb belt.
GettyMiranda Kerr
Miranda Kerr works a custom-made Louis Vuitton mini dress.
GettyOlivia Munn
Olivia Munn decided on a chiffon dress with Paul Andrew shoes.
Rex FeaturesOlivia Wilde
Olivia Wilde in pretty in Prada.
Rex FeaturesPoppy Delevingne
Poppy Delevingne is prettiness incarnate in her silk Marchesa gown, fittingly adorned with poppies.
GettyRachel Weisz
Rachel Weisz nails understated beauty in her strapless Chanel dress.
Rex FeaturesRita Ora
Another scarlet woman - Rita Ora looks smokin' and full of attitude in Tom Ford.
GettyRuth Wilson
Ruth Wilson in an Oscar de la Renta cocktail dress.
Rex FeaturesSelena Gomez
Selena Gomez manages to avoid ex-boyfriend Justin Bieber in a Vera Wang dress.
GettySofia Vergara
Sofia Vergara poses for the cameras in an angelic Marchesa gown.
Rex FeaturesUma Thurman
Uma Thurman went for a white gown with a low neckline and thigh high split.
Rex FeaturesVanessa Hudgens
H&M was Vanessa Hudgens' label of choice.
Rex FeaturesZoe Kravitz
Zoe Kravitz rocks a badass Alexander Wang chainmail gown with a Swarovski crystal-embellished neckpiece and black suede heels.
GettySophie Turner, James Bay and Jourdan Dunn
A great night for James Bay, who came with Jourdan Dunn and Sophie Turner, who both wore Burberry.
GettyElizabeth Banks
Elizabeth Banks is a vision of colour in her sleek Michael Kors look.
Getty ImagesJennifer Lawrence
Jennifer Lawrence changed into a floor-length silver gown for Rihanna’s Met Gala after-party; and looks flawless with sparkling accessories to match her gown.
Getty ImagesJustin Bieber
When Justin Beiber didn’t take his sunglasses off on the red carpet we judged him just a little bit… But as he arrived at Rihanna’s after party it was clear they were a necessity to protect his eyesight from the paps.
Rex FeaturesJourdan Dunn headed to Rihanna's private Met Gala after party at Up & Down in New York dressed in a red velvet blazer mini dress. Fox-y.
Splash NewsKendall Jenner slipped into a snake skin crop and orange PVC pencil skirt for the Met Gala after party.
