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Best and worst Met Gala Outfits

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Take a look at some of the best and worst red carpet outfits from past Met Ball galas.

Sarah Jessica Parker took the "AngloMania: Tradition and Transgression on British Fashion" theme to heart and worked it, at the 2006 Met Gala.

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Sarah Jessica Parker took the "AngloMania: Tradition and Transgression on British Fashion" theme to heart and worked it, at the 2006 Met Gala.Credit:Getty

Christina Ricci's gown belongs on an evil vilan in a Disney movie, not at the Met Gala.

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Christina Ricci's gown belongs on an evil vilan in a Disney movie, not at the Met Gala. Credit:Getty

Gisele Bundchen wows in red at the 2011 Met Gala/

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Gisele Bundchen wows in red at the 2011 Met Gala/Credit:Getty

Freida Pinto should have stuck to either a dress OR a tie for the Met Gala.

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Freida Pinto should have stuck to either a dress OR a tie for the Met Gala.Credit:Getty

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The statement necklace really adds to Diane Kruger's 2012 ball outfit.

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The statement necklace really adds to Diane Kruger's 2012 ball outfit.Credit:Getty

While Naomi Campbell normally dresses so well, this gown is too costumey for a ball.

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While Naomi Campbell normally dresses so well, this gown is too costumey for a ball.Credit:Getty

Jessica Alba could make anything look good, but this gold gown is extra spectacular.

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Jessica Alba could make anything look good, but this gold gown is extra spectacular.Credit:Getty

Florence Welch of Florence and The Machine chose a strange, tiered number for the 2012 Met Gala.

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Florence Welch of Florence and The Machine chose a strange, tiered number for the 2012 Met Gala.Credit:Getty

Jennifer Lopez has plenty of perfectly gorgeous Met Gala outfits, but this one from 2010 is a stunning standout.

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Jennifer Lopez has plenty of perfectly gorgeous Met Gala outfits, but this one from 2010 is a stunning standout.Credit:Getty

Carey Mulligan looks a little uncomfortable in this crazy sequinned dress at the 2012 Met Gala.

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Carey Mulligan looks a little uncomfortable in this crazy sequinned dress at the 2012 Met Gala.Credit:Getty

Anja Rubik's 2012 gown is a shocker just asking for a major wardrobe malfunction.

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Anja Rubik's 2012 gown is a shocker just asking for a major wardrobe malfunction.Credit:Getty

Sarah Jessica Parker, we salute you. This is how you dress for a punk themed gala ball.

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Sarah Jessica Parker, we salute you. This is how you dress for a punk themed gala ball.Credit:Getty

Any feelings about Elle Fanning's dress are quickly overridden by the crazy eye makeup.

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Any feelings about Elle Fanning's dress are quickly overridden by the crazy eye makeup. Credit:Getty

Yes to Anne Hathaway's punk inspired down, and double yes to the blonde pixie cut.

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Yes to Anne Hathaway's punk inspired down, and double yes to the blonde pixie cut.Credit:Getty

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Madonna, not often known for her sartorial sense, took the 2013 Met Gala's punk theme way too far.

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Madonna, not often known for her sartorial sense, took the 2013 Met Gala's punk theme way too far.Credit:Getty

We love Emma Watson, but this is just a little too much flesh for a gala ball.

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We love Emma Watson, but this is just a little too much flesh for a gala ball. Credit:Getty

Scarlett Johansson looks absolutely stunning in this beaded gown at the 2012 Met Gala.

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Scarlett Johansson looks absolutely stunning in this beaded gown at the 2012 Met Gala.Credit:Getty

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West named their first child North, making her full name North West.

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West named their first child North, making her full name North West.Credit:Getty

Emmy Rossum's white satin dress was bad enough by itself, but the marching band jacked with popped collar wade it 10 times worse.

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Emmy Rossum's white satin dress was bad enough by itself, but the marching band jacked with popped collar wade it 10 times worse. Credit:Getty

Beyonce rocks this punk-inspired outfit at the 2013 Met Gala.

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Beyonce rocks this punk-inspired outfit at the 2013 Met Gala.Credit:Gettu