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There were many interpretations of the "Art of the In-Between" theme honoring 74-year-old Comme des Garçons designer Rei Kawakubo at the star-studded Met Gala event. This is the one red carpet that encourages celebrities to push the limits of fashion on the red carpet, and every year there are always a handful that beautifully meld art and fashion together. Sometimes, the result is a piece of wearable art, others they're statement pieces. Here are some of the whackiest from this year's gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. (Source: AP)
Rihanna in Comme des Garçons: The pop star wore what can only be described as an art piece by the evening's honouree Comme des Garcons designer Rei Kawakubo. From the petal fabric to those gladiator heels, that fierce make-up and top-knot hair, if there was a statement piece on the red carpet, this was it. (Source: AP)
Grace Hartzel in Dior: This and Katy Perry have to be the most freaky outfits of the evening. Fitting in right with the evening's theme, model Grace Hartzel looked like a female version of the Grim Reaper. (Source: AP)
Katy Perry in Maison Margiela "Artisanal": Take a deep breath because you'll need one after looking at Katy Perry's very dramatic 'bridal' look for the evening, because this piece really pushes fashion limits. (Source: AP)
Helen Lasichanh in Comme des Garcons: Helen Lasichanh with Pharrell Williams paid tribute to the designer of the evening, and how. Something tells us if we fell asleep in that comfy outfit, we'd be in for a great snooze. (Source: AP)
Nicki Minaj in H&M: Channelling her inner dominatrix, Nicki Minaj paid an homage to Rei Kawakubo with an obi belt featuring the designer's face, and that dramatic train just fit in right with the evening's trend. (Source: AP)
Rita Ora in Marchesa: Wrapped up in a pretty bow, Rita Ora looks awesome in this laced up Marchesa gown. Christmas' come early this year, and we're not complaining. (Source: AP)
Ashley Graham in Comme des Garçons: Yet another tribute to designer Rei Kawakubo, model Ashley Graham chose this dress with a corset top and floral-ruffle details across the bodice and train. (Source: AP)
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen: Last year was the year of the lace, and the twins attempted to get a boho-chic yesteryear look with these very confused outfits. Bizarre... yes! Great... no! (Source: AP)
Halle Berry in Atelier Versace: This beaded Atelier Versace sheer gown had everyone talking about the beautiful Halle Berry. We love the metallic gold appliqués that fall into a beautiful train. (Source: AP)
Kendall Jenner in La Perla: Kendall Jenner's lingerie-inspired La Perla sheer gown fits the model beautifully and we love the daring look. Kudos, girl! (Source: AP)
Celine Dion in Versace: The singer actually made her debut at the event this year wearing a very futuristic yet classic combo by Versace. The origami-inspired piece dazzled as much as the singer. (Source: AP)
Madonna in Moschino: Ready for the battlefield, Madonna's choice of this camouflage-print Moschino gown definitely turned heads. (Source: AP)
Gigi Hadid in Tommy Hilfiger: We loved this nude Tommy Hilfiger dress that supermodel Gigi Hadid stormed on to the Met Gala red carpet with, especially that train. After all, it was a night of long trains, anyway. (Source: AP)
Tracee Ellis Ross in Comme Des Garçons: If Rita Ora was prettily wrapped in that Marchesa gown, then this looks like a wrapping gone wrong. But hey, given the theme of the evening, Tracee Ellis Ross in Comme Des Garçons fits brilliantly. (Source: AP)
Lily Aldridge in Ralph Lauren: As a dress this may not have made much of a splash, but those red stockings and bright pick, mesh mask really pushes this look by Lily Aldridge over the top. (Source: AP)
And just because we can't get enough of Priyanka Chopra in this Ralph Lauren trench-coat gown, with possibly the longest train in history of red carpet events, here it is again. (Source: Reuters)
Deepika Padukone’s classy yet understated Tommy Hilfiger satin slip gown failed to make a mark at 2017 Met Gala. In a white Tommy Hilfiger satin slip dress gown with a plunging neckline, while the actress managed to look her elegant self, her ensemble didn't hit the right note. With hair styled by Harry Josh, Padukone accessorised her look with statement dangling earrings and a hairband looking embellished hair accessory. (Source: Reuters)
Katy Perry was by far the worst dressed celeb at the Met Gala. Dressed in a custom Maison Margiela piece, designed by John Galliano, the singer was covered in tulle and chiffon. She also wore a weird headpiece that had witness writtten across it. And we simply couldn't get our head around those springs on each side of her head with a design that looked like rearview mirrors. (Source: AP)
Looks like Nicki Minaj forgot her pants at home when she showed up in a black gown lined with black PVC flowers and a waist belt with a giant face on it. (Source: AP)
Zendaya can easily pass off as one of the best dressed at the Met Gala 2017 in this beautiful Dolce & Gabbana gown and a gorgeous Afro. (Source: AP)
Adornments are good but not if it's as garish as Ashley Graham's look for the Met Gala 2017. (Source: AP)
Helen Lasichanh's outfit had us really confused. Why would someone come to the Met Gala in an ill-fitted, costume where the arms are totally trapped? (Source: AP)
Madonna looked ready for combat in a camouflage-printed gown, which she paired with a camo net and sparkling grills. The outfit did nothing for the talented singer. We think it looked drab. (Source: AP)
Emma Roberts looked really glamorous in this DVF gown. It fitted her like a glove. (Source: AP)
Selena Gomez didn't exactly try too hard to follow the theme but she looked really lovely in this Coach dress. (Source: AP)
Hollywood's famous sisters Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen had so many elements at play that it was difficult to pick up the least favorite. (Source: AP)
Is it a human or a butterfly?! Or is it just Rihanna who had fallen into a pile of fabric swatches? The outfit was perplexing and so was her make-up with an entire compact of pink highlighter on her eyes and cheekbones. (Source: AP)
Rita Ora's red ribbon dress had too much going on with ribbons, a pink underskirt and a trailing black and white train. (Source: AP)
Looks like Hailee Steinfeld wore a black swimsuit which had a cape stuck to it. (Source: AP)
Sofia Richie could have easily done better. First, we don't like the outfit and second, if she decided to turn up in the glittery number, she could have done with some ironing. Her gown looked crumpled. (Source: AP)
Diane Kruger picked a Prada column gown for the event and she looked absolutely lovely. (Source: AP)
A red Swarovski studded gown might look good on the red carpet but not a garish gown like Thandie Newton's. The floral headpiece and those over-smoked eye make-up made things worse. (Source: AP)
Jessica Chastain looked ethereal in a buttercup yellow Prada gown. (Source: AP)
