The first Monday of May is the best Monday in New York City. The Met Gala is like the Oscars but for fashion, and all the “who’s who” in entertainment and design attend (which is probably why we all stayed at home). But you don’t need to be on Fashion Police to be able to comment what the A-listers wore last night. Here are our picks for the 10 best dressed celebrities at the Met Gala 2016.
This year’s theme was Manus x Machina (for those who didn’t take Latin, “manus” means “hand” and “machine” means machine) addressed the convergence of designers and the sewing machine which emerged haute couture (fashion) in the 19th century.
Mindy Kaling
Photp: Instagram/mindykaling
The Mindy Project actress wore a beautiful white gown designed by Tory Burch.
Nick Jonas
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The Jealous singer dressed himself in a classy Topman outfit.
Kate Upton
Photo: Instagram/topshop
The newly engaged model and The Other Woman actress stunned in a bespoke sequin gown, courtesy of Topshop. (We’re still stunned, actually!)
Jessica Chastain
Photo: Instagram/prada
The Zero Dark Thirty actress looked regal in a blue Prada gown.
Kylie Jenner
Photo: Instagram/kyliejenner
The reality star amazed in a Balmain metallic dress and stayed true to the theme without being a hot mess—congrats!
Idris Elba
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The English actor was the epitome of class in this Tom Ford suit. Well done, sir.
Emma Watson
Photo: Instagram/calvinklein
The Harry Potter alum graced the red carpet in a custom Calvin Klein Collection look. (Fun fact: her train is detachable!)
Claire Danes
Photo: Instagram/vogueaustralia
Photo: Instagram/vogueaustralia
The Homeland star was literally glowing in her Zac Posen gown while channeling her inner Cinderella!
Jennifer Hudson
Photo: Instagram/metmuseum
The singer looked beautiful in a white gown designed by H&M.
Kate Hudson
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The blonde bombshell was a vision in this white Versace dress.