(It took over 500 hours to create.)
It also featured flower-shaped bejeweled buttons along the back.
I was inspired by the 1950s silhouettes of iconic Chanel dresses of that time.
Photo: Virgile Guinard
To add some glitz to the final look, Cruz accessorized with pieces from Chanels Tweed High Jewelry collection.
She also wore two rings in white gold and diamonds.
In years past, Cruz has brought a bevy of polished fashion looks to the Met.
Photo: Virgile Guinard
Clearly, elegance is her fashion M.O.
When she put on her final design this year, Cruz says she knew it was the right one.
I am a huge admirer of Virginie Viards work.
Photo: Virgile Guinard
Wearing her designs is like a dream come true, says Cruz.
Photo: Courtesy of Chanel
Photo: Virgile Guinard
Photo: Courtesy of Chanel
Photo: Courtesy of Chanel
Photo: Courtesy of Chanel
Photo: Courtesy of Chanel
