From Jennifer Lopez to Lena Dunham, A-list stars showed up in full force for the 2017 Met Gala honoring visionary designer Rei Kawakubo. And love ’em or leave ’em, the ensembles chosen by the gala’s fashion-forward attendees certainly proved provocative. Here are the outfits that really got us talking, for better or worse.
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Thandie Newton
Image Credit: Neilson Barnard/Getty Images Thandie Newton is a head above the rest, quite literally, thanks to her floral bouffant.
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Elizabeth Banks
Image Credit: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images Don't adjust your screen — Elizabeth Banks' dress is just that trippy.
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Carly Steel
Image Credit: John Shearer/Getty Images TV host Carly Steel really went for it in a textured white dress and regal headpiece.
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Blake Lively
Image Credit: Neilson Barnard/Getty Images My personal favorite of the night, Blake Lively stunned in a featherered ensemble.
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Halle Berry
Image Credit: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images Halle Berry's layered black and gold gown created a beautiful cascade behind the actress.
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Helen Lasichanh & Pharrell
Image Credit: Getty Images Co-chair Pharrell and wife Helen Lasichanh were a study in contrasts.
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Kendall Jenner
Image Credit: Kevin Mazur/Getty Images Model Kendall Jenner got cheeky in peek-a-boo chainmail paired with a bold red pout.
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Solange Knowles
Image Credit: Neilson Barnard/Getty Images Ever the provocateur, Solange Knowles turned heads in a puff-paneled trench coat.
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Katy Perry
Image Credit: Theo Wargo/Getty Images No one can accuse Katy Perry of not committing to the daring and quirky Rei Kawakubo theme.
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Nicki Minaj
Image Credit: Neilson Barnard/Getty Images Paying homage like a pro, Nicki Minage wore an obi belt adorned with Rei Kawakubo's face.
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Laura Osnes
Image Credit: Theo Wargo/Getty Images Broadway princess Laura Osnes looked like a dream in a "mille-feuille" style gown by Christian Siriano.
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Kylie Jenner
Image Credit: Getty Images Cosmetics maven Kylie Jenner showed up looking the part in sequins and a sleek blonde bob.
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Rita Ora
Image Credit: Neilson Barnard/Getty Images Rita Ora accented her red wrap-style dress with Lego-like hair… and we're not mad at it.
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Lily Collins
Image Credit: John Shearer/Getty Images In a pink tulle and corseted Giambattista Valli gown, Lily Collins is nearly unrecognizable.
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Lily Aldridge
Image Credit: Neilson Barnard/Getty Images Model Lily Aldridge was an enigma in a custom Ralph Lauren gown, red boots and fuschia veil.
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Priyanka Chopra
Image Credit: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images Quantico's Priyanka Chopra drew comparisons to Carmen Sandiego for her dramatic trench gown.
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Cara Delevigne
Image Credit: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images Delevigne, who recently shaved her head for a role, shone in a super-sequined pantsuit.
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Gigi Hadid
Image Credit: John Shearer/Getty Images Leave it to supermodel Gigi Hadid to drape her body in angles and still have killer curves.
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Rihanna
Image Credit: Neilson Barnard/Getty Images All hail the queen of the Met Gala! Rihanna's showstopping gown was a Kawakubo original.
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Claire Danes
Image Credit: Theo Wargo/Getty Images While we aren't sure what to make of the Claire Danes' deconstructed style, she always looks amazing.
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Sean Combs
Image Credit: Getty Images Sean Combs, doing his best matador, made a grand entrance alongside glamorous girlfriend Cassie.
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Rose Byrne
Image Credit: Kevin Mazur/Getty Images Rose Byrne took the plunge at the gala in a super low-cut red Ralph Lauren gown.
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Zendaya
Image Credit: John Shearer/Getty Images The hair! The makeup! The gown! Per the norm, Zendaya did not disappoint.
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