Though Blake Lively has big Manolo Blahniks to fill, taking over Sarah Jessica Parker’s Sexy in the City status, the rising star is well on her way.

PHOTOS: Stars Hit The National Board Of Review Motion Pictures Gala

NYC’s current reigning 'It Girl' hit The National Board Of Review Motion Pictures Gala on Tuesday night, in absolutely smashing fashion. Wearing a to-die-for plum colored Marchesa lasercut sculpted sleeve cocktail dress with turquoise Lorraine Schwartz jewels (which were the perfect contrast with the deeply hued dress) and Burberry Prorsum ruched strap platforms, the Gossip Girl lived up to her style status.