The Costume Institute Gala

Marilyn Hepburn Judges “The Oscars of the East”

Rating Key:
* No Admittance
** Standing Room Only
*** Press Pass
****Front Row
*****VIP

Bee Shaffer

Shaffer shows up in a gray Nina Ricci sensation. Her hair is casually swept back, not to take away from the intricate details, fullness, and gradual shading in the dress. Bee keeps all of us fashionistas on cloud nine with the final touch of Fred Leighton jewels.
Rating: *****VIP


Lake Bell

This red and black Balmain electric storm just got Bell’s stylist fired. The combination of her too-tight dress, severe hairstyle, and bandaged ankles makes me glad that lightning rarely strikes the same place twice.
Rating: *No Admittance


Christy Turlington

We already knew Christy was hot stuff, but this Escada dress turns heads faster than a fire truck. The interesting neckline and the fashion-forward flare at the bottom set Turlington apart from your average party-goer.
Rating: ****Front Row


Emmy Rossum

While this flattering Phi dress hugs Rossum in all the right places, something about the look reminds me of junior prom. While prom may have been fun, its not a night to relive when attending the chicest gala of the year. Try something a little more fashion-forward next year, Emmy.
Rating: ***Press Pass