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The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala

It's that time of year again and our favorite celebs are back for the 2017 Met Ball. Clad in the couture looks dreams are made of, everyone from mommy-to-be Serena Williams to Tracee Ellis Ross stepped out for the fashion event of the season. See the hottest looks here!
By Dominique Hobdy · Updated October 26, 2020
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Rihanna
Rihanna is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Solange
Solange is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Serena Williams
Serena Williams is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Mary J. Blige
Mary J. Blige is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Tracee Ellis Ross
Tracee Ellis Ross is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Halle Berry
Halle Berry is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Lupita Nyong’o
Lupita Nyong’o is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Jaden Smith
Jaden Smith is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Kerry Washington
Kerry Washington is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Pharrell Williams and Helen Lasichanh
Pharrell Williams and Helen Lasichanh are next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Joan Smalls
Joan Smalls is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Sofia Richie
Sofia Richie is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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La La Anthony

La La Anthony is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City proving she’s keeping her head held high amid recent breakup rumors.

The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Wiz Khalifa
Wiz Khalifa is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Cassie

Signed to Bad Boy in 2006, the singer has released one album, Cassie, and in a 2013 mixtape, RockaByeBaby. After dabbling in acting, she’s reportedly working on her sophomore album.

The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Cassie and Diddy
Cassie and Diddy are next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Michael B. Jordan
Michael B. Jordan is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Future
Future is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Trevor Noah
Trevor Noah is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Thandie Newton
Thandie Newton is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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The Weeknd

The crooner celebrates his birthday Feb. 16. 

The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala

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Alexis Ohanian and Serena Williams
Alexis Ohanian and Serena Williams are next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Zoe Kravitz
Zoe Kravitz is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Maxwell
Maxwell is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Corey Hawkins
Corey Hawkins is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Zendaya

Zendaya is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.

The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Paris Jackson
Paris Jackson is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Naomi Campbell and Edward Enninful

Naomi Campbell and Edward Enninful are next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.

The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Janelle Monae
Janelle Monae is next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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Chrissy Teigen and John Legend
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend are next level chic at the “Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garcons: Art Of The In-Between” Met Gala 2017 in New York City.
The Jaw-Dropping Fashion Moments That Stole the 2017 MET Gala
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