Mischa Barton apparently misread her invite to the African Caribbean Leukaemia Trust Gift of Life Ball and rocked up to the London event in fancy dress.

The actress appeared to have been taking style tips from Pheobe Price with her hippie headband and flowing chiffon dress.

As if this wasn't enough to ensure that she made an impression - for all the wrong reasons - Mischa rounded off her look with some clown make-up.

Hey, at least it was for a good cause...