16 Street Style Looks That Scream, "I'm Going to the Met Gala!"

Just because the stars are planning on getting dressed up in gorgeous gowns for tonight's Met Gala doesn't mean they were vegging out in their pjs all weekend long. From the costume exhibit's newcomers like Kendall Jenner and Behati Prinsloo to seasoned red carpet vets like Naomi Campbell, Reese Witherspoon, and Kate Hudson, the stars traveled to New York in very fashionable outfits.

Of course, we know the statements only get bolder from here. Considering all the jaw-dropping looks from years past, the celebs who come out to fete the ball have big shoes to fill. But as they gear up for tonight's theme, China: Through the Looking Glass, and we excitedly anticipate what everyone will wear, we're zooming in on the airport ensembles that came first.

Think of these stylish getups as the calm before the storm, inspiration for your next trip, and proof that even in a pair of jeans, you can walk with confidence that suggests you're headed to a red carpet. Read on to find a whole handful of leading ladies who disembarked from the plane in looks that screamed, "I'm headed to the Met Gala."

Kate Hudson
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Kate Hudson

Kate Hudson dressed up her jeans by slipping into a pair of fringe boots and topping off her look with a fedora. She kept warm in her furry-lined Smythe anorak and accessorized with her boho staples: sunglasses and long necklaces.

Kim Kardashian
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Kim Kardashian

Kim Kardashian kept her look sleek in all black. She matched her pants with a structured bomber jacket, toted a simple gray bag, and opted for suede heeled boots, while Kanye West stayed casual in his high-tops.

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley
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Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

The supermodel lent her leopard button-up and Paige skinny jeans some edge with a leather moto jacket and chain-adorned booties.

Reese Witherspoon
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Reese Witherspoon

While Reese Witherspoon wore a few of her preppy wardrobe staples like a striped tee and a cute printed tote bag, there was also a relaxed, casual spirit about her airport look, from her distressed denim to her navy fedora.

Kendall Jenner
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Kendall Jenner

Kendall Jenner's certainly got her off-duty look down pat. The supermodel opted for a Canadian tuxedo and piled on the sporty accessories: white sneakers, a Yankees cap, and a leather bowler bag. Meanwhile, Kris Jenner stayed chic in a white cocoon coat.

Rosamund Pike
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Rosamund Pike

Rosamund Pike may have chosen a simple tee and jeans for her trip to New York, but she made an unexpected statement in fabulous leopard mules.

Lily Collins
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Lily Collins

Lily Collins looked totally sleek in pinstripe trousers, a leather jacket, and easy metallic sliders.

Rita Ora
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Rita Ora

Rita Ora certainly didn't let her feet rest up for tonight's heels with these chunky platform boots! But the star chose simple separates like a black turtleneck sweater and leather skinnies to complete her look.

Naomi Campbell
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Naomi Campbell

Naomi Campbell looked carefree in a breezy blouse with a plunging neckline. She completed her effortless outfit with embellished sandals, cropped denim, layered necklaces, oversize sunglasses, and a colorblock bag.

Olivia Munn
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Olivia Munn

Olivia Munn walked her dog wearing skinny jeans, a striped Madewell button-up and a camel suede moto jacket luxe enough to lust over.

Karolina Kurkova
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Karolina Kurkova

The model paired her lightweight cotton shirt with an asymmetrical miniskirt, simple low-top sneakers, and a chain-strap bag, making for one of our favorite pre-Met Gala looks.

Rihanna
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Rihanna

Rihanna paired her casual oversize graphic tee with a black skirt and midrise leather boots. If her pinned hairdo doesn't scream, "I'm prepping for a big night," we don't know what does.

Behati Prinsloo
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Behati Prinsloo

The Victoria's Secret Angel looked totally cool wheeling her suitcase in destroyed jeans, a Calvin Klein t-shirt, a few layered necklaces, and gray creepers, which she drew attention to with an ankle bracelet.

Kate Beckinsale
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Kate Beckinsale

Trust Kate Beckinsale to come up with a cozy outfit that's still sexy. The actress's printed open cardigan took center stage over a pair of baggy trousers and a crewneck. But of course, Kate had us wide-eyed over her strappy pointed-toe heels.

Lady Gaga
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Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga strutted her stuff in style, wearing an asymmetrical black dress that she completed with a brooch, a silver metallic blazer, a pastel-pink clutch, and embellished two-toned heels.