Met Ball: Amazing outfits on the red carpet

Tuesday 06 May 2014 18:49 BST

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The subject of the Met's major fashion exhibition this year is Charles James, a 10th Century couturier who was known for his sculpted ballgowns and innovative tailoring.

Some celebrities took this concept seriously and hit the red carpet on sculpted gowns and risky outfits.

Scroll down to see gallery of the best and worst dresses:

Charles James is the lost genius who shall finally go to the ball as a new exhibition celebrating his work opens

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Met Ball: Amazing outfits on the red carpet

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