The Met’s Power Trains!

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These ladies all had one seat at last night’s Costume Institute Gala, although they’ve probably should have reserved at least deux to accomodate dresses this grande. Heidi Klum wowed in an elaborate creation by Gilles Mendel, Liz Hurley stole the show in Elie Saab, and Kate Beckinsale took up some major real estate in her Marchesa confection.

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