The Costume Institute Gala at New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art has the most creative, unexpected, and outstanding assortment of celebrity hair and makeup looks every year, and 2017 was no exception. Last year, the evening honored Comme des Garcons's Rei Kawakubo, which translated into avant-garde-style beauty from models, actresses, and fashion icons alike. Keep reading to see some of the most jaw-dropping creations, from Katy Perry's moody veiled headpiece to Lily Collins's crisp gothic lip.
Kerry's sleek, edgy bob featured blunt bangs that beautifully framed her face.
Hair: Takisha Sturdivant-Drew
Key product: Remington T|Studio Thermaluxe Iron ($30)
Katy wore a strikingly dramatic headpiece that said "Witness," a shout-out to one of her songs.
Lily looked like a silent-era film star with her blunt bangs and crisply defined dark lip.
Makeup: Fiona Stiles
Key product: Lancome L'Absolu Rouge Lipstick in Berry Noir ($32)
The Ghost in the Shell star's wet-look hair and smudged eye makeup added an air of mystery to her sultry style.
Daisy's taut chignon showed off her flawless skin and razor-sharp cat eye.
Hair: Robert Vetica
Key product: Leonor Greyl Mousse au Lotus Volumatrice ($46)
The model's stunning waves reminded us of a mermaid princess.
Makeup Carolina Gonzalez
Key product: St. Tropez 3-in-1 Bronzing Powder ($28)
Gisele's skin was seriously luminous and fresh — look closer and you can see her famous freckles!
Katie sported a stylish two-toned eye with glittering sapphire shadow on her upper lid and sky-blue shimmer on the bottom.
Emma kept her look simple with sleek strands, a light mauve pout, and a touch of brown shadow on her eyes.
Hair: Christian Marc
Makeup: Charlotte Tilbury
Key products: Kenra Platinum Silkening Mist ($21), Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick in Pillow Talk ($34)
Zoom in! Claire has foundation in her brows for a faux bleach effect, which looks striking with her white top.
It's hard to look away from La La's glowing skin, but check out those spear-like hair accessories accenting her updo.
The Game of Thrones star added unicorn-like glitter to her lids, making her look fantastical.
You might be dazzled by Emily's turquoise feline flick, but it's the lower lid swipe of peach that makes her eyes pop.
Priyanka embodied '90s grunge with a greige-brown lip and a metallic silver eye.
Makeup: Pati Dubroff
Key product: Laura Mercier Crème Smooth Lip Colour in Crushed Pecan ($28)
Joan's faux lip piercings and sideswept wet strands added gothic edge to her elegant look.
Makeup: Patrick Ta
Key product: Estée Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Eye Shadow 5-Color Palette in Rebel Metal ($52)
Mindy kept her look simple with bold brows and a swept-back updo, leaving her skin glowing and fresh.
Hair: Marc Mena
Key products: Aquis Waffle Luxe Towel ($40), Evo Easy Tiger Straightening Balm ($33)
Allison's bold black eye makeup and red lips made her look Betty Boop-like.
Hair: Rebekah Forecast
Makeup: Gianpaolo Ceciliato
Key products: Matrix Style Link Volume Fixer ($18), Sisley So Intense Liquid Liner ($70)
Zoë's cropped platinum coif and kitten eye made her look like a total babe.
Hair: Nikki Nelms
Key product: Amika Mighty Mini Styler ($29)
Gigi's dramatic cat eye added edge to an otherwise delicate beauty look.
Makeup: Erin Parsons
Key product: Maybelline New York Eyestudio Lasting Drama Gel Liner ($9)
Jourdan wore vibrant indigo wings on her lower lids that made her eyes pop.
Makeup: Renee Garnes
Key product: Maybelline New York Eyestudio Lasting Drama Waterproof Gel Pencil in Lustrous Sapphire ($8)
Adriana's taut chignon revealed her flawless skin — she looked as if she was wearing practically no makeup.
Key product: Maybelline New York The Colossal Big Shot Volum'Express Waterproof Mascara ($8)
Diane's flushed cheeks and perfectly tousled strands made her look as if she had just come in from romping in a field of wildflowers.
Janelle's high feather collar drew attention to her sleek strands, which were accessorized with small crystal flowers.
Hair: Nikki Nelms
Key product: Amika Mighty Mini Styler ($29)
Lily turned heads with her sheer hot-pink face veil.
Hair: Bryce Scarlett
Key product: Moroccanoil Treatment ($34)
Serena showed off that mama-to-be glow with sheer, dewy makeup and a subtle sweep of highlighter.
Hair: Ursula Stephen
Makeup: Sir John
Key products: Dove Style+Care Non-Aerosol Extra Hold Hairspray ($4), L'Oréal Paris True Match Lumi Liquid Illuminator in Golden ($13)
A huge floral hair accessory and a next-level smoky eye made the Westworld star stand out.
Kendall's orange-red pucker was the defining characteristic of her beauty look and perfectly matched the soles of her Louboutin pumps.
Makeup: Mary Phillips
Key product: Estée Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Lipstick in Carnal ($32)
The actress and director coordinated her metallic lapis shadow with the shimmering top of her off-the-shoulder gown.
The cutouts in Rita's gown mimicked the sharp, randomized details of her platinum pixie.
Makeup: Kathy Jeung
Key product: Rimmel London Lasting Finish by Kate Moss Matte Lipstick in Kiss of Life ($5)
A sleek, center-parted lob and flawless, bronzed skin was a classic look for Kim.
Hair: Michael Silva for Toni & Guy
Makeup: Mario Dedivanovic
Key products: Toni & Guy Prep Leave in Conditioner ($14), Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet Luminous Matte Lip Colour in Libre ($37)
The blond highlights in Halle's hair picked up the ivory details of her gown.
Hair: Castillo
Makeup: Kara Yoshimoto Bua
Key products: MarulaOil Rare Oil Style Extending Primer ($16), Chanel Ombre Première Longwear Cream Eye Shadow in Pourpre Profond ($36)
Evan's badass negative-space cut crease, eye glitter, and steel blue hair made her look like an intergalactic goddess.
Hair: John D.
Makeup: Toby Fleischman
Key products: TRESemmé Repair & Protect 7 Pre-Styling Spray ($5), Burt’s Bees Lip Crayon in Sedona Sands ($9)
Matte lips, satin skin, and a smoky eye made Emmy seriously stunning.
Makeup: Jo Baker
Key product: Sisley Phyto Lip Twist Matte in Tango ($50)
The twins rocked their signature bohemian style. We were particularly wowed by Mary-Kate's golden-coin-accented hair accessory.
Once you get over Solange's stunning hair, look closely at her earlobes — they're dipped in white paint.
The Girl on the Train actress looked like Marie Antoinette thanks to pale skin, blushing cheeks, and a huge floral headdress.
The lifestyle expert showed off glowing skin and lightly groomed brows.
Makeup: Emma Lovell
Key product: Charlotte Tilbury Feline Flick in Panther ($30)
Celine's "hair bow" was an architectural styling masterpiece.
Makeup: Justin St. Clair
Key product: Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Palette in The Fallen Angel ($65)
Rihanna's pink eye and cheek was one of the most breathtaking beauty moments on the red carpet.
Zendaya's hair and matte persimmon lip made her look as if she had stepped out of a painting.
Blake (seen here with her husband, Ryan Reynolds) wore her thick hair in two wrapped ponytails, with some sections of her strands featuring crimps.
Hair: Rod Ortega
Makeup: Kristofer Buckle
Key products: T3 Featherweight Luxe Hair Dryer ($250), L'Oréal Paris True Match Lumi Liquid Illuminator in Rose ($13)
Jennifer stepped out with Alex Rodriguez looking like a '60s sex kitten with long, wavy strands and a pale nude lip.
Makeup: Scott Barnes
Key product: L’Oreal Paris Colour Riche La Palette Lip in Nude ($17)
The singer's diamond grills were cool, but we were especially captivated by her camouflage nail art.
Lily-Rose appeared as if we were viewing her through an Instagram filter — her skin looked that flawless.
Hair: Johnnie Sapong
Makeup: Kate Lee
Key products: Leonor Greyl Voluforme ($36), Chanel Vitalumière Aqua Ultra-Light Skin Perfecting Sunscreen Makeup SPF 15 ($50)
A sprinkling of glitter made Kate's red smoky eye look chic, not sickly.
Makeup: Pati Dubroff
Key product: Laura Mercier Lip Pencil in Grenadine ($25)
Taylor coordinated her burgundy shadow to her gown for a sultry, unexpected smoky eye.
Makeup: Patrick Ta
Key product: Lancome Color Design 5 Pan Eye Shadow Palette in Rose Tempete ($50)
Ruby's watercolor-blue shadow and piecey strands were a modernized, refreshing take on '60s beauty.
Kate bleached her hair to platinum white so her looped topknot would match her gown.
Hair: Peter Gray
Key products: Cricket Co. Copper Clean Paddle Brush ($12), Abba Pure Performance Vegan Hair Care Dry Shampoo ($22)
Riley's low bun and sweet pink cheeks were the epitome of French girl chic.
Makeup: Beau Nelson
Key product: Avon True Color Nourishing Lipstick in Peony Blush ($8)
Sleek hair and loads of mascara let Amy's dramatic gown be the star of her look.
Makeup: Andrea Tiller
Key product: Benefit They’re Real! Mascara ($24)
Rainbow watercolor eye shadow added to the fanciful nature of Lupita's red carpet style.
Makeup: Nick Barose
Key product: Lancome Color Design Eye Shadow in Miss Sweetheart D ($21)
We were a little distracted by her mesh bodysuit, but Bella's lob and neutral makeup were minimalist elegance.
Miranda's electric coral lip matched the posies on her gown.
Makeup: Lisa Storey
Key product: Laura Mercier Velour Lovers Lip Colour in Foreplay ($28)
A rhinestone-studded birdcage veil amped up the drama on Hailey's chic style.
Makeup: Robert Sesnek
Key product: Laura Mercier Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm in Raspberry Ripple ($26)
Liu looked fresh and glowy, while her matte brick lip added a punch of color to her look.
Makeup: Victor Henao
Key product: Estée Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Lipstick in Red Ego ($32)
Having recently shaved her head, Cara opted to paint on faux silver hair (with rhinestones!).
Makeup: Romy Soleimani
Key product: Rimmel London Shake It Fresh Mascara ($6)
Tiny pearl studs at the corners of Brie's eyes made her look like royalty.
Hair: Mara Roszak
Key product: L’Oreal Paris Advanced Hairstyle Boost It Volume Inject Mousse ($5)
Chrissy (seen here with husband John Legend) rocked glowing skin and a sparkling star hairpiece.
Subtle maroon accents on Jessica's eyelids made her green eyes look even brighter.
Hair: Renato Campora
Makeup: Tyron Machhausen
Key products: Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray Strong ($10), Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Palette in The Sophisticate ($53)
Sofia's hair accessory, blunt bangs, and smoky eyes made her look like a modern-day flapper.
Makeup: Jillian Dempsey
Key product: Laura Mercier Editorial Eye Palette Intense Clays ($48)