10.05.13
Posted by Catherine Kallon on May 8th, 2013 In: Best Dressed, Blog, Met Gala
Anti-establishment style was everywhere last night at the punk-themed 2013 Met Gala, where the ‘it’ list worked varying levels of sartorial subversion – from glam-rock to goth and grunge.
But there was also a select group of red-carpet rebels who armed themselves with one of the evening’s more unusual, nonconformist trends.
Their weapons of choice? Not spikes or studs, or even chainmail. Rather, they suited up in full-on punk protection mode with what can only be dubbed as glove-sleeves – full arm, hand and finger-covering extensions. (Practical, they are not.)
We saw these gown appendages in their most blatant form on a Givenchy-clad Kim Kardashian, who not only covered her baby bump in all-over floral, but also completely sleeved up in the moody, foreboding print.
The built-in glove extensions also appeared on Leelee Sobieski, who wore Christian Dior Couture and looked to be growing a gold-plated garden on her forearms and fingers.
It was Paloma Faith in a Michael Cinco design who gave us the best lesson in how to wear gown-gloves with her blood-red, ombre-effect masterpiece.
Is the trend worthy of a high-five, or is it outrageously out of hand?
Credit: Getty
Posted by Rachel Watkins on May 7th, 2013 In: Kim Kardashian, Leelee Sobieski, Met Gala, Paloma Faith, Red Carpet Trends
07.05.13
Here is a roundup of the models who took to the red carpet at the 2013 Met Gala on Monday night.
Cara Delevingne: Wearing Burberry, the British model nailed the theme, working a studded navy column dress with a plunging neckline. Her part-braided ‘do and studded clutch perfected her look. She was easily one of the best on the night.
Gisele Bundchen: The model wore an Anthony Vaccarello Fall 2013 black mini dress with revealing grommet detailing. You slammed Gwyneth for wearing a gown with sheer sides; does Gisele get a pass?
Karlie Kloss: I never thought I would say this about Karlie: she looks frumpy. Ever since she chopped off her locks she has lost her mojo. This Louis Vuitton granny-chic look ages her about 40 years. Betty White would look better in this frock.
Posted by Catherine Kallon on May 7th, 2013 In: Anthony Vaccarello, Burberry, Diane von Furstenberg, Doutzen Kroes, Hilary Rhoda, J.Mendel, Karlie Koss, Linda Evangelista, Louis Vuitton, Marchesa, Met Gala, Prabal Gurung, Stella McCartney Collection, Theyskens’ Theory, Tom Ford, Wes Gordon
07.05.13 Menswear
To celebrate the new ‘Punk: Chaos to Couture’ exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on Monday, some of the biggest celebs walked down the red carpet. In honour of the exhibit, many of the men chose to give their formal looks a bit of punk inspiration, which made for an exciting menswear event.
Eddie Redmayne: The red carpet phenom added another beautiful look to his collection, wearing a Dior Homme navy-blue wool tuxedo with black grosgrain peak lapels. As always, it fit just right. To finish it off, Eddie added a white cotton shirt, a black satin bow tie, a white pocket square, and black patent-leather derbies.
Frank Ocean: In a Givenchy black tuxedo, Frank looked incredibly dapper for the event. His two-button notch-lapel tux fit well and he paired it classically with a white shirt and black bow tie. To give the outfit a little kick of punk, Frank opted for shoes with silver studs going around the soles – a very cool addition.
Joshua Jackson: I’ve never been OK with wearing a red tie to a red carpet event. It’s cheesy. I don’t like that aspect of his outfit, but I love the beige linen lapels on his Dior Homme black suit. Even though it’s a small detail on his jacket, it made for a stylish look. Joshua topped it off with a white cotton shirt and a Chanel ‘J12 Black Matte Ceramic’ watch.
Posted by Jeremy Ott on May 7th, 2013 In: Calvin Klein, Dior Homme, Eddie Redmayne, Frank Ocean, Givenchy, Lanvin, Menswear, Met Gala, Tom Ford
07.05.13
Here is a roundup of the rest of the ladies who took to the red carpet for the 2013 Met Gala on Monday evening. Models @ The Met post will follow.
Brooklyn Decker: The actress wore a custom Peter Pilotto look inspired by the Spring 2013 collection. While the look is custom I feel like I have seen this look several times before, so there is nothing fresh or new about it, unlike other custom looks as showcased by Karolina Kurkova and several others. Her Sergio Rossi ‘Hypnos’ sandals, however, are a work of art.
Alicia Keys: The singer took to the red carpet wearing a custom Jason Wu gown. Her black leather and bordeaux sequin embroidered halter gown is beautiful, but I wish Alicia had pushed the punk vibe with the styling a bit more; the red streaks in her hair aren’t enough for me, especially when we know Alicia isn’t afraid of taking a fashion risk. Robert Lee Morris jewels and a vintage clutch completed her look.
Maggie Gyllenhaal: The actress wore a beautiful custom Calvin Klein scarlet gown for the occasion which was punked up as far as she would go with a studded choker and a Tod’s black studded clutch with a gold frame. While I do love this look, I wish Maggie had gone bra shopping before this event.
Posted by Catherine Kallon on May 7th, 2013 In: Alicia Keys, Brooklyn Decker, Calvin Klein, Carine Roitfeld, Diane von Furstenberg, Dolce & Gabbana, Emma Roberts, Felicity Jones, Giovanna Battaglia, Givenchy, J.Mendel, Jason Wu, Leslie Mann, Lily Cole, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Marchesa, Marios Schwab, Met Gala, Moschino, Olivia Wilde, Peter Pilotto, Pixie Geldof, Proenza Schouler, Saint Laurent, Vivienne Westwood
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