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Home · Red Carpet

Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala 2010

Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala 2010
By · May 3, 2010October 29, 2020
01
Golden Child

We love Chanel Iman’s fierce metallic gold jumpsuit and super sexy neckline.

02
Best of Both Worlds

Oprah Winfrey stands alongside world-renowned designer Oscar De La Renta, who created her chic midnight blue ruffled gown.

03
My Adidas

Russell Simmons keeps it real with black tux and white kicks.

04
Fashion Royalty

Naomi Campbell arrives at this year’s Met Costume Institute Gala looking regal in her fabulous black gown and diamond bracelet.

05
Rock Star Glam

Cassie rocks an electric blue gown with a dangerously high slit and to-die-for heels.

06
Red Haute

Kerry Washington brings the heat with this sexy asymmetrical gown.

07
Lookin’ Dapper

Pharrell Williams is looking sexy as ever in his three-piece tux and playful bow tie.

08
That Smile

We can’t stop staring at Joy Bryant’s diamond drop earrings, and we love her topknot.

09
Radiant Beauty

The oh-so-lovely Joy Bryant glows on the red carpet of this year’s Met Costume Institute Gala in a stunning ivory gown.

10
Blue Skies

Usher looks handsome in his elegant powder blue tuxedo jacket. He escorts Jimmy Choo founder Tamara Mellon.

11
True Glamour

Iman wears a cap sleeve dress that conjures up old Hollywood red carpet glamour.

12
Silky Black

Another view of Iman’s luxurious black silk dress.

13
Best of Friends

Rachel Roy, wearing a sari-inspired dress, tweeted earlier that Liya Kebede was her “date” tonight. The two friends look stunning.

14
B&W Opulence

Andre Leon Talley and Whoopi Goldberg arrive in flowing white and black ensembles.

15
Man in Black

Director Lee Daniels goes monochrome for this year’s Met Costume Institute Gala.

16
Pretty in Pink

Oprah’s bestie Gayle King wears a vibrant magenta one-shoulder gown to the Met Costume Institute Gala.

17
The Color Purple

Viola Davis wears a dark purple strapless gown to the Met Costume Institute Gala.

18
The Mack

Anthony Mackie sports a traditional charcoal tux with a skinny black tie for that downtown cool.

19
Eclectic Flair

Singer M.I.A. never misses an opportunity to push the fashion envelope.

20
Next Generation of Haute

Zoe Kravitz strikes a pose in her black and white ensemble. We love how the fiery red lips pop.

21
Gala Glam

Actress Rosario Dawson attends the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s 2010 Costume Institute Ball at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 3, 2010 in New York City.

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22
Spring Flora

Mary J. Blige wears a strapless embellished peach gown with drop chandelier earrings and a fierce gold clutch.

23
Extra Smooth

Diddy wears a modern one-button black tuxedo and bow tie as well as his signature shades.

24
Ms. Jackson

Janet Jackson flaunts that perfect smile in her elegant one-sleeve black gown.

25
The Gloved One

We love Janet Jackson’s updo and one-sleeved gown.

26
Red Carpet Chic

Thandie Newton knows just how to accentuate a statement dress: simple, subtle accessories. Love the jade ring and necklace.

27
Radiant Beauty

Thandie Newton’s nude sculpted makeup look is fantastic.

28
American Classic

Patrick Robinson, the designer for the quintessential American retail brand, the Gap, brings some old Hollywood charm with his flawless tux.

29
Shimmering Star

Nicole Richie looks fab in her silver gown with black accessories.

30
A Vision

Zoe Saldana looks spectacular in her one-shoulder gown. We love how she chose to keep the accessories to a minimum.

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