New York City Ballet Fall Gala: Fashion Meets Finesse in Unique Costumes by High-Fashion Designers

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Fashion met finesse on Tuesday at the New York City Ballet Fall Gala. The gala offered a line-up of ballet performances, each with different and unique costumes.

High-fashion designers like Jason Wu, Narciso Rodriguez, and Rosie Assoulin created and conceptualized those costumes. It was almost like a unique runway show fit for NYFW – which is what the Ballet was going for.

“In 2011, Lincoln Center was hosting Fashion Week; with so much creativity and experimentation right at our doorstep, we thought why not harness it?” explained co-chair Sarah Jessica Parker.

Diane Kruger graced the NYC Ballet Fall Gala in a chiffon babydoll dress from Giambattista Valli’s Fall 2016 Couture collection, reminiscent of a classical tutuDiane Kruger graced the NYC Ballet Fall Gala in a chiffon babydoll dress from Giambattista Valli’s Fall 2016 Couture collection, reminiscent of a classical tutu (Credit: Ivan Nikolov / WENN)

The New York City Ballet Fall Gala is an annual fundraising event celebrating the Company’s artistry and commitment to New York City.

While SJP was very much in ballerina mode, Diane Kruger also combined impeccable fashion with her inner dancer in a chiffon babydoll dress that reminded us of a tutu.

Complementing her look with Brian Atwood “Tamara” sandals, pearl earrings, and a black embellished clutch, Diane Kruger's ensemble captured the evening's essenceComplementing her look with Brian Atwood “Tamara” sandals, pearl earrings, and a black embellished clutch, Diane Kruger’s ensemble captured the evening’s essence (Credit: Ivan Nikolov / WENN)

She showcased her legs in a dress from Giambattista Valli’s Fall 2016 Couture collection.

Diane Kruger's minimal makeup and a relaxed updo completed her ballet-inspired appearanceDiane Kruger’s minimal makeup and a relaxed updo completed her ballet-inspired appearance (Credit: Ivan Nikolov / WENN)

The National Treasure actress paired her dress with high-heeled Brian Atwood “Tamara” sandals.

Diane Kruger flaunts her legs at the New York City Ballet Fall Gala in Giambattista Valli CoutureDiane Kruger flaunts her legs at the New York City Ballet Fall Gala in Giambattista Valli Couture on September 20, 2016 (Credit: Ivan Nikolov / WENN)

She accessorized with pearl earrings and a black embellished clutch. Diane kept her makeup light, and her hair was tied in a messy updo.

Diane Kruger shows off her feet in silver metallic Brian Atwood sandalsDiane Kruger shows off her feet in silver metallic Brian Atwood sandals (Credit: Ivan Nikolov / WENN)

Diane Kruger displays her feet in Brian Atwood's "Tamara" sandalsDiane Kruger displays her feet in Brian Atwood’s “Tamara” sandals (Credit: Ivan Nikolov / WENN)

The “Tamara” sandals are no longer available online, but a similar alternative from Giuseppe Zanotti is available at Net-a-Porter.

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