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With the theme “China: Through The Looking Glass” prompting guests to don looks in bright colours and powerful patterns, this year’s MET ball event had a wealth of glamorous, gorgeous ensembles. From edgy to elegant, here are Globe Style’s top five outfits from the red carpet.

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Actor Anne Hathaway’s regal custom Ralph Lauren gown had just the right amount of edge thanks to its slouchy hood and slim silhouette.Larry Busacca/Getty Images

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The ever-regal actor Emily Blunt made being blue look beautiful in a beaded Prada dress with co-ordinating cape.Larry Busacca/Getty Images

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Fashion plate Alexa Chung tapped into her Chinese heritage, looking fresh and fabulous in a bright, floral embroidered frock by Erdem.Larry Busacca/Getty Images

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As a co-chair of this year’s gala, the pressure was on for actor Gong Li – and she definitely delivered on the red carpet. Her sultry plum-hued gown from Roberto Cavalli was elegant and eye-catching.Evan Agostini

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Always a risk-taker, British singer FKA Twigs wore an arty Christopher Kane dress that wowed the crowd with its cheeky design.Larry Busacca/Getty Images

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