In between styling her A-list clients and designing her ready to wear collection, Rachel Zoe has been one busy lady — but somehow, she managed to find time to deliver one of the most gorgeous gowns at this year's Met Gala, worn by supermodel Karolina Kurkova. Creating a gown for fashion's biggest night is no easy feat — Rachel spent countless nights envisioning her Met Gala red-carpet design debut, and needless to say, she definitely rose to the occasion. Rachel also told us that Karolina's matching turban was a last-minute addition to the long-sleeved, rose-gold stunner. Watch today's Fab Flash to hear more from Rachel, plus a few styling tips and trends to invest in for the season ahead.
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- Earrings! Turbans! Shoes! Zoom in on all the Met Gala accessories.
Behind-the-Scenes Met Gala Pictures From the Stars
Yesterday's Met Gala was full of photogenic moments, and many of the celebs lucky enough to attend shared snaps from behind the scenes. Prada-clad Gwyneth Paltrow towered over a petite Rachel Zoe, while Kate Bosworth had her makeup touched up. The Jonas Brothers suited up for the occasion and Alicia Keys had a date night with Swizz Beatz. Click through to see which other celebs gave a look at their big night!
2012 Met Costume Institute Gala: What The Models Wore
How fab was yesterday's Met Gala red carpet? We're going to go out on a limb here and say that frock-watching superseded the Oscars. Yes. Really. Did you see Beyoncé's dress? Of course, it helps that the Met Gala is a fashion-focused soirée; this year shining a light on Elsa Schiaparelli and Miuccia Prada. From the designers, to the editors, to the models, it was one impeccably dressed crowd. We're going to shine a light on the industry's most genetically blessed attendees — the model crowd. From Coco Rocha's vintage two piece, to Anja Rubik's slit to there gown, to Karolina Kurkova's head-to-toe sequins, it was the supes who stole the sartorial show.
See the Stylish Couples at the Met Gala
Yesterday's Met Gala in NYC was an affair to remember with gorgeous dresses, grand entrances and happening after-parties. The event brought out so many famous faces, but things really got hot when celebrity couples hit the red carpet. Gisele Bündchen and Tom Brady showed PDA on their way inside while funny couple Dax Shepard and Kristen Bell shared a laugh. Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake made their public debut as an engaged duo, and newlyweds Carey Mulligan and Marcus Mumford cosied up. Click through to see all the sexy pairs!
2012 Met Costume Institute Gala: The Accessories
For every glamorous gown that took the Met Gala red carpet yesterday, the dress is never complete without the decadent add-ons. We've given you the breakdown on every showstopping arrival, now we're taking a closer look at the supporting details — the baubles, bags, and shoes that completed every swoon-worthy ensemble. From Gwyneth Paltrow's sky-high Prada heels to Karolina Kurkova's glittering turban, these A-lister's accessories deserve our full attention. Click on for every sparkling, glimmering, shimmering Met Gala accoutrement.
2012 Met Costume Institute Gala: Over 70 of the Best Beauty Looks
This year's Met Gala honoured Miuccia Prada and Elsa Schiaparelli — which translates to plenty of pink on the red carpet! From hot pink hair to long dark nails to tangerine lips to almost-black pouts, the night's trends are shaping up to be just as bold and unconventional as the designers being honored. Keep reading to see our round-up of the best beauty looks from the event.
2012 Met Costume Institute Gala: Best Dressed

THIS is a hard one, so we need your help. There were so many fantastic fashion looks on show at the 2012 Met Gala, that we can't decide which well-dressed attendee deserves the best dressed award. So... we are asking for your expert opinions! Gwyneth Paltrow floored us with her chic Prada halter, but then again Emily Blunt's Calvin Klein sheath ranked pretty high in the chic stakes, too. Beyoncé and Kate Bosworth both worked the feathered trend, in Givenchy and Prada respectively. Then there was the cutie-patootie battle between Carey Mulligan who got all avant-garde on us in a gold-silver Prada frock, and Ginnifer Goodwin whose Monique Lhuillier tangerine dream knocked us for six. Tell us who you think was the Met Gala's best dressed!

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2012 Met Costume Institute Gala: The Top Trends From the Red Carpet
It's time to break down the top red carpet trends from the 2012 Met Gala red carpet. Metallics might have been the big story of the night, with Karolina Kurkova stunning in a slim-fitting gown and matching turban courtesy of Rachel Zoe, Michael Kors dressing Jessica Alba like a golden goddess, and Camilla Belle looking every bit the '20s siren in Ralph Lauren. There were also plenty of plumes, from Diane Kruger's purple Prada gown to Kate Bosworth's flirty Prada dress. It continues to be the year of the peplum, while the next big trend in sexy dresses appears to be all about showing some sexy back — case in point, Rihanna. Don't forget about the orange crush, textural play and feather fetish we spotted, too! So many trends, so little time. Step inside to start your Met Gala red carpet revision.
2012 Met Costume Institute Gala Trends: Touch Me Texture
A trend that we've been banging on about for you to try out for Winter has slipped up the fashion hierarchy, and is having a major influence on red carpet looks, in particular today's glam 2012 Met Gala offerings. Texture, and not in the faux fur variety, was all over the red rug — a myriad of guises. Rihanna wore an alligator stamped Tom Ford sheath, Leighton Meester experimented with Marchesa tulle, Rooney Mara contrasted leather with lace in Givenchy, Carey Mulligan worked a metallic fish-scaled Prada number and Cate Blanchett was feathered head-to-toe courtesy of Alexander McQueen. Take a gander at the plethora of way celebrities incorporated this tactile trend into their Met Gala looks.





