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Fashion and technology are two things that cannot be separated. The Costume Institute decided to explore this connection through their spring 2016 exhibition, "Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology", which delves deep into how the hand (manus) and machine (machine) can work together to create exquisite works of fashion.
At the Met Gala 2016, A-list celebrities paid tribute to this enchanting theme through an array of fabulous dresses and tuxes that will blow your mind. The Met Gala may not be the most obvious source of wedding-worthy gowns, but there are actually plenty of outfits that will be perfect for your wedding celebration. Just scroll down and see for yourself.
For the brides-to-be
Classic neutrals
A white wedding gown is a timeless choice for the wedding ceremony, as it symbolizes the purity of this sacred moment. Straight from the Met Gala 2016's red carpet, here are some inspirations for your white wedding dress.
Emily Ratajkowski in Prabal Gurung, Rosie Huntington-Whitely in Ralph Lauren
A one-shoulder white wedding gown will make you the queen of the day. If you're looking for something classy with a modern touch, this kind of dress is a definite winner for you.
Gugu Mbatha-Raw in Gabriella Hearst, Margot Robbie in Calvin Klein Collection
Here is another classic wedding dress style, a sleek long-sleeved gown that will make you look so chic. Alternatively, you can opt for a strapless dress with cut-outs for a minimalist, edgy look.
Emma Stone in Prada, Freida Pinto in Tory Burch
These glorious dressed transformed Emma Stone and Freida Pinto into modern-day goddesses. The simple cuts and eye-catching embellishments were a futuristic, stylish touch.
Saoirse Ronan in Christopher Kane, Jennifer Hudson in H&M
Add a sweet element to your white wedding gown with fluffy feathers, just like these talented actresses did at the Met Gala 2016. To steal even more attention, add some colors.
Elle Fanning in Thakoon, Uma Thurman in Tommy Hilfiger
Pristine white might not be your cup of tea, so we've prepared a few alternatives for you. As you can see, ivory and champagne adds an extra touch of elegance while remaining neutral enough to be appropriate for weddings.
Rose Byrne and Amber Heard in Ralph Lauren
More champagne dresses, but this time with shinier materials. A champagne-colored dress will look glamorous without compromising the sacred atmosphere of your wedding ceremony.
Trendy colors
If you want to look different during your wedding reception, changing into another gown is the best way to do it. After wearing an all-white dress in the morning, why don't you transform your look with a colorful wedding dress?
Lorde in Valentino, Hannah Davis in Zuhair Murad Couture
If you don't want to wear bold or flashy colors on your wedding day, these dresses can be an option. The ballerina dress by Valentino looks so lovely with its subtle layers of color, while the Zuhair Murad strapless dress is another attention stealer.
Claire Danes in Zac Posen
Let's give a standing ovation for Zac Posen! His Cinderella-inspired dress for Claire Danes took everyone's breath away as it glowed in the dark, as if by magic. The secret? Fiber optics woven into the organza fabric, custom-made in France.
Katie Holmes in Zac Posen, Emma Roberts in Tory Burch
For a vintage bohemian wedding, these dresses will fit in perfectly. If you're fond of deep shades, choose a navy dress paired with sleek hair like Katie Holmes did. Emma Roberts's ombre purple dress will make your cheerful personality stand out even more.
Jessica Chastain in Prada, Hailee Steinfeld in H&M
The embroidered electric blue dress or the strapless cut-out green dress? Either one of these gemstone-colored dresses will definitely leave everybody in awe of you.
Emma Watson in Calvin Klein, Maria Sharapova in Carlos Obando
Made from recycled materials, Emma Watson's off-shoulder dress with a long black train is truly a winner. Maria Sharapova's bright red dress will make you look sexy and chic on your wedding day.
Delicate shimmers
Futuristic metallic colors were spotted everywhere at the Met Gala 2016. Although they might not be the obvious choice for a wedding dress, glamorous metallic colors are actually suitable for a lavish wedding celebration.
Kate Upton in Topshop, Zendaya in Michale Kors Collection
These sequined form-fitting gowns are just perfect for a wedding inspired by old Hollywood glamour. If you're fair-skinned, silvery colors will look great on you. If you have tanned skin, gold will be your best choice.
Naomi Watts in Burberry, Sienna Miller in Louis Vuitton
Naomi Watts and Sienna Miller showed us that floral appliqués and small beads can easily soften up a futuristic dress. Consider them if you want to add a romantic touch to your metallic wedding dress.
Mackenzie Davis in Altuzarra, Nicole Kidman in Valentino
A caped dress on your wedding day, why not? Paired with edgy cut-outs, translucent material, and glistening sequins, your dress will turn you into a glamorous goddess from outer space.
Anna Ewers in Jason Wu, Brie Larson in Proenza Schouler
Although they both come in silvery colors, these dresses give off completely different vibes by playing around with different shapes and textures. Anna Ewers's feathery-looking dress is such a heart-stealer, while Brie Larson's layered dress looks quirky and sweet.
Romantic appliqués
These dreamy, flowing dresses are just perfect for the romantic bride. Delicate, handcrafted floral appliqués on sheer fabric highlight the "manus" aspect of fashion, but did you know that some of them also have a high-tech, machine-made side?
Elizabeth Cordy Shaffer in Gucci, Zoey Deutch in Dolce and Gabbana
If you're planning a garden wedding, any of these two dresses will be the perfect match. The dainty floral details and soft colors will make you the fairest woodland fairy of them all.
Nina Dobrev and Karolina Kurkova in Marchesa
We couldn't help but swoon over Marchesa's latest collection showcased during the Fall 2016 Fashion Week, and now they've managed to amaze us once again. Karolina Kurkova's dress was actually adorned with LED lights that changed colors depending on her fans' reactions on social media!
Blake Lively in Burberry, Allison Williams in Peter Pilotto
These two floral dresses are not as delicate but no less beautiful than the ones above. Peter Pilotto is famous for his amazing prints, but here's an interesting tidbit you might not know about: the white flowers on this dress were made using a 3D printer.
Back in black
Who says you can't wear black on your wedding day? Learn a thing or two from these A-list stars and get ready dazzle everyone in a fabulous black wedding dress.
Bee Shaffer in Alexander McQueen, Taylor Hill in Topshop
For a vintage-inspired look, you can choose the Alexander McQueen gown adorned with floral embroidery. if you want something more simple yet still sophisticated, the Topshop dress on the right will be a great choice.
Chloe Grace Moretz in Coach, Kerry Washington in March Jacobs
These black dresses will make you look sexy and chic in an instant. The silvery and glossy accents give a contemporary feel that will make them stand out from the usual little black dress.
Zoe Saldana in Dolce and Gabbana
This dramatic dress made our hearts skip a beat. Her massive train adorned with colorful fabric and feathers made her look like a peacock as she walked down the red carpet.
For the grooms-to-be
Timeless black
No matter what your wedding theme is, you can never go wrong with a classic suit in jet black. See some different variations worn by these dashing leading men.
Paul Rudd in Ermenegildo Zegna, Alexander Skarsgard in Louis Vuitton
Tom Hiddleston in Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Idris Alba in Tom Ford
Jason Statham with fiancé, Rosie Huntington-Whitely, in Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Shades of blue
It seems like the blue suit is having a moment this year, and it's easy to see why. Coming in many different shades, the blue suit made everyone look so dapper while remaining formal enough for a wedding celebrations.
Rami Malek in Dior Homme, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau in Ermenegildo Zegna
Ansel Elgort in Prada, Jack Huston in Alexander McQueen
Nick Jonas in Topman, Alex Sharp in Burberry
Trevor Noah in Ermenegildo Zegna, AJ Calloway in custom suit
Ben Stiller with wife, Christine Taylor, in Valentino
Romantic white
An all-white tuxedo or a white suit paired with black trousers; no matter the combination, white suits will always catch everyone's attention. Look at these gentlemen's outfits below and learn how to pull off a white suit perfectly.
Wiz Khalifa in Rag & Bone, Jared Leto in Gucci
Future in Ermnegildo Zegna, Robert Pattinson in Dior Homme
Fancy colors
If you want something unusual, try a different color for your groom's suit. It might be an intimidating choice at first, but as these men can show you, a colorful suit looks great and super stylish.
Diplo in Calvin Klein, Orlando Bloom in Prada
