When it comes to fashion, the Met Gala is not to be overlooked. Not only does this annual event consistently present us with some of the best red carpet looks of the year, but this year's futuristic theme also set grounds for some of the most interesting ensembles to date!
The purpose of the Met Ball is to fundraise for the
Metropolitan Museum of Art's
Costume Institute’s fashion exhibit, which is probably why many celebrities opt for costume-inspired attire, rather than the classic red carpet looks they choose to wear to more traditional award shows. Although we see several noteworthy red carpet looks at these shows, nothing comes close to the fashion we see at the Met Ball. Plus, the theme being 'Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology' only added to the show-stopping selection of styles.
So, to give credit to those who went all-out with their themed get-ups, here are the 10 of the most futuristic red carpet looks from the 2016 Met Gala!
1. Nicole Kidman
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Nicole Kidman attends the 'Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology'... [+] Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images)
2. Demi Lovato
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Singer Demi Lovato attends the 'Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of... [+] Technology' Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images)
3. Alicia Vikander
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Actress Alicia Vikander attends the 'Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of... [+] Technology' Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images)
4. Taylor Swift
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Taylor Swift attends the 'Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology'... [+] Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images)
5. Rita Ora
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Recording artist Rita Ora attends the 'Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of... [+] Technology' Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images)
6. Alessandra Ambrosio
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Alessandra Ambrosio attends the 'Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of... [+] Technology' Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images)
7. Katy Perry
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Katy Perry attends the 'Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology'... [+] Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images)
8. Kylie Jenner
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Kylie Jenner attends the 'Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology'... [+] Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images)
9. Julie Macklowe
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Julie Macklowe attends the 'Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology'... [+] Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images)
10. Lady Gaga
NEW YORK, NY - MAY 02: Lady Gaga attends the 'Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology'... [+] Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images)