Met Ball - 2013. The Verdict

OMG darls, thank GOD for the Met Costume Institute Gala, 2013.

The absolutely positively snoozy "fashion" on display at this years awards ceremonies was just so disappointing, I really needed the shot in the arm that the Met Ball has just given me. Faith has been restored people. Once again we can rejoice in the fashion world and cheer on the ladies taking risks.

The theme this year was "Punk: Chaos to couture" and it laid very fertile ground for some amazing fashion to blossom.

Here's who I loved:

Anne Hathaway in Valentino archive

I'm going to kick things off with Annie ( I watch too much Rachel Zoe hence the "Annie" reference) because I very rarely see her in something truly exciting. And this to me is exciting. Check her fab new hair. Its following Miley's lead but who cares its a great look for her.

Emma Watson in Prabal Gurung

Don't you just love the cut of this gown? Genius. Yes it's something we've seen before, early Versace ringing bells but it's such a wonderful shape. Emma just gets better and better.

Gwen Stefani in Maison Martin Margiela

Oh gosh I just adore Gwen. Everything about her really but in this gown, she just knocks it out of the park. The master himself, Margiela created this beautiful gown. Simple to look at but no doubt not in crafting. Classic yet modern. And her signature red lips with platinum hair. It's a triumph and PS, anyone know who does her hair?   

Ivanka Trump

I don't know exactly why I love this look so much, but  think it has something to do with the fact that Ivanka is rocking a pretty casual vibe here. Daughter of the Don, overachieving glamour Mum with enormous job, yadda yadda yadda... and she just goes with a skirt and top. No glitz, no jewels... good hair. It works. I'm liking the cut of her jib.

Ashley Olsen in vintage Dior

Stunning cut, real fashion, beautifully made. Enough said.

Nicole Ritchie in custom Top Shop

Oh wow I was really bowled over by Nicole in this. Admittedly I'm LOVING her hair and make-up the most but the custom Top Shop gown is pretty spesh too. Props to her for taking a risk and for pulling it off with typical Ritchie attitude. 

Rosie Huntingdon Whitely in Gucci 

As stated previously, I have a decent sized lady-crush on Rosie but doesn't she look gorge in Gucci? Feminine, flattering and unlike anyone else on the red carpet.

Sarah Jessica Parker in Giles Deacon dress, Louboutin boots and Phillip Treacy headpiece

Oh SJP. KILLER look. This dress is a masterpiece, the Phillip Treacy is a knockout and as for the boots. I mean what a masterstroke? LOVE this. 

Alison Williams in Altuzarra

Wow Alison Williams (Girls) has staked her claim on being an up and comer in the fashion stakes. Fab dress. And boy, don't I love glossy brown hair? Yes I do. Stunning. 

Anja Rubik in Anthony Vacarello

OK so this is an interesting one because unlike many of these dresses, I don't hanker to wear this number, but isn't it just amazing? So fantastically perfect for the Punk theme. It reminds me of an early 80s Aus Vogue cover. Dramatic eye make-up, red lips and read leather. HOT!

Anna Wintour in Chanel & Bee Schaffer in Dior Couture

Don't you just love the way Anna gives her nod to punk? A long flowing Chanel gown blossoming in floral femininity. Is it true she wore a nose ring? If so, LOVE it.

Cara Delvigne in Burberry

Cara's so hot right now and I kinda see why. I love it when Burberry does sexy and Cara pulls off sexy Brit style like the best of them.

Carey Mulligan in Balanciaga

OK so it's not an earth-mover but I just adore her. Classic black Balenciaga. Stylish, low key but perfectly understated for this Gatsby gal of the hour.

Christina Ricci in Vivienne Westwood

Fabulous. In true Viv style Christina shows her punk creds with style. Rock it sister.

Contance Jablonski in Wes Gordon

I love the name Constance and I love this hot lady. A sexy bondage-esque look. And good hair.

Dree Hemingway in Stella McCartney

Dree's always fabulous and I love her nonchalance at this gala event. If it was me up there on the red carpet, I'd have used the opportunity to bust out some FABULOUS dress but I like Dree's chutzpah.

Florence Welch in Givenchy

Isn't she just dreamy? Love the tassels. Black's a great choice for a woman with such a magnificent titian mane. Dramatic, Morticia-like. All class.

Giovanna Bataglia in Dolce&Gabbana Alta Moda

A style icon of mine, Giovanna shows why the Italians do it best. Totally running her own race in this regal costume.

Gisele Bundchen in Anthony Vaccarello

OK so it's not rocket science but she knows how to rock her first post baby appearance right? Gisele never fails to give me a kick. She's outta control.

Gwenyth Paltrow in Valentino

Haute couture heaven. Love Gwynnie, love her in pink and love her simple hair and make-up.

Kate Beckinsdale in Alberta Ferretti

So Kate is a bit like Annie for me. She very rarely wows me on the fashion front. But I love this choice. Simple, sexy and accessorised perfectly.

Kelly Osborne in Marc Jacobs

Really cool look from the very talented Marc Jacobs. Nothing too glitzy as usual from Kelly - she's got a great sense of her own style and I really dig that.

Solange Knowles in Kenzo

Big fan of Solange I am. And she's in Kenzo. Well of course she is. Too cool for school this lady.

Sofia Coppola in Marc Jacobs and Marc Jacobs in Comme des Garcons

Look out, power couple alert! Love Sofia's pjs and Marc can wear anything and I'll love it. I also happen to love a man in polka dots.

Stacey Keibler in Rachel Roy

Stacey plays it a little safe for me at most events so I was chuffed to see her bust out something short, sexy and hard edged. George loved it too I'm certain. More please Stace!

Teresa Palmer

I've looked high and low and I can't for the life of me find out who Teresa's wearing but this lil' Aussie is looking absolutely smashing in this tangerine cut-out number. And she's one of the few who did the slug eyebrows well. One to continue watching.