The Met Gala is one of the most decadently fabulous events taking place in the fashion world.

The affair is planned and hosted by the fashion maven herself, Vogue Magazine’s fearsome editor-in-chief, Anna Wintour. This year, it was held in celebration of The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s new exhibit, American Woman: Fashioning a National Identity. The well attended Gala was a smorgasbord of haute couture, with a particular focus on the American designers. We scoped out the event’s notoriously fashionable red-carpet and came across 9 essential elements of style. Take a look at what formal wear is looking like this season as per the biggest stars and designers, at the most glamorous event in the industry.

MET Gala Elements Of Style

Take a look at these GIANTs demonstrating their red carpet style:

Jimmy Choo Debuts An Alternative To The Overdone Prada Sneaker

Rock The Birkin Look At Any Price

From sexy polka dot rompers and leather motorcycle jackets, and other vividly graphic prints, this color combo covered many of our favorite celebrities this season

In a timeless color,  fierce sisters, Beyonce and sister Solange, effortlessly  turn it and work it in all black. From a simple dress to a strapless metallic number, these sisters have all the bases covered for every occasion.

Elements Of Style: To Dye For

Tie-dye prints has made a blast from the past!  For an air of do-it- yourself cool, embrace summer hotness. hippie-chick clothing and accessories, from statement making clutches to  sexy floor length silk dresses, see Kylie Minogue in gallery below.