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Regal Red Carpet Couture

The Rihanna Met Gala Dress is a Handmade and Vintage Piece

— May 5, 2015 — Fashion
This morning, countless fans saw the Rihanna Met Gala dress flood their Twitter and Instagram feeds. From its pizza memes to its comparisons to a scrambled egg breakfast, the couture piece is already a viral sensation. Never one to be subtle, Rih stunned fashion fans with a handmade gown that embodied a regal quality. The dress was displayed in an imperial yellow hue and featured an oversized cape train that was trimmed with lush fur.

The red carpet look was paired with a leafy, gold headdress and was an homage to the Met Gala's Chinese-inspired theme. When interviewed by Vanity Fair, Rihanna explained the inspiration behind her one-of-a-kind look. The dress is designed by Guo Pei and was crafted by one Chinese artisan who worked to perfect it for years.

After some internet research and persistence, the Rihanna Met Gala dress was born and tailored to fit the star's curves. Whether you love it or hate it, there's no denying that the look has everyone talking.
Trend Themes
1. Handmade Fashion - Creating handmade, unique fashion pieces can be a huge trend as it allows for individuality and exclusivity.
2. Vintage Fashion - Vintage fashion is making a major comeback as people look for unique and one-of-a-kind pieces to add to their wardrobe.
3. Fur Trimming - Fur trimming on clothing is becoming more popular and is a trend to keep an eye on for designers and fashion fanatics.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion designers and brands should focus on creating unique, handmade pieces to appeal to customers looking for exclusivity and individuality.
2. Vintage Clothing - Vintage clothing stores and online marketplaces are likely to see an increase in sales as people search for one-of-a-kind pieces.
3. Fur Industry - The fur industry could see a rise in demand for trimming on clothing, particularly as more high-profile celebrities are seen wearing fur-trimmed garments.
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