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personal stylist.

‘‘It’s probably because I have control issues and a big ego, that’s probably the best answer,’’ she said.

‘‘I love design and I love fashion and it’s a way to be creative.

‘‘In my job I get to be creative, but it’s over a period of time and so many other people are involved, whereas this is a beginning, middle and end, and I get to be creative and there’s an end date in the near future.’’

Lively said she has sent her dress for this year’s Met Gala to jeweller Lorraine Schwartz and shoe designer Christian Louboutin to create custom pieces to finish off the look.

The self-proclaimed control freak said she also loves doing friends’ makeup and cooking.

‘‘You get to be creative and finish it.

‘‘Whereas with my job you do it and then two years later it’s finished. It probably goes back to the control issues; it’s like, ‘OK I did it, I completed it, it’s done!’’’

The exhibition tied to the gala will feature about 180 pieces of fashion with a religious theme, which is something that has been explored by designers ranging from Jean Paul Gaultier to Chanel and Dolce & Gabbana.

The gala itself will be hosted by Amal Clooney, Rihanna and Donatella Versace, so expect some amazing (grace) looks from these women as well.

- Sydney Morning Herald