After-Party Buzz from the 2025 Met Gala

What a vibrant night it was!

The stunning fashion icons and A-listers, handpicked for the 2025 Met Gala, embraced the festive atmosphere at an extravagant afterparty, donning a variety of looks that diverged from their gala attire.

On that bustling first Monday of May, the city thrummed with energy, from old favorites like Casacy Priani in Lower Manhattan to trendy spots like the Crane Club in Chelsea.

Janelle Monáe, embodying this year’s theme, “Superfine: Tailing Black Style” and Dandyism, welcomed everyone at the public hotel for an extraordinary event hosted by Grammy-winning rapper Door Chai.

Guests like Questlove, Bebe Rexha, and Chance The Rapper flowed down the red carpet and into the nightclub. Janelle quickly took the stage to greet the crowd, which sparkled with tailored suits, top hats, and daring outfits featuring leotards paired with jackets.

Monáe herself arrived sans shirt, a daring yet integral aspect of her ensemble. She turned heads in sailor-inspired attire, sporting high-waisted shorts, a jacket, hat, and monocle, while a corset cinched just below her bust showcased anchor-shaped nipple pasties.

Her entourage mirrored her boldness, clad in matching outfits of black bikini bottoms, suit jackets, top hats, and white gloves, along with coordinating nipple pasties.

The crowd danced into the night, grooving to nostalgic club hits from the ’90s and early 2000s, with tracks like “Back Azuma Up” resonating particularly well.

One could spot Questlove striking a pose on the red carpet, while Bebe Rexha made quite the impression in her black ensemble adorned with fur shawls and chic accessories.

The party buzzed with excitement as guests raised their glasses, celebrating in their own festive flair, including cocktails like Doce Mezcal’s “lipstick rubber” and “alligator bite” tequila mixes for Cinco de Mayo.

As the clock approached midnight, A-listers began retreating, gradually making their way upstairs around 2 AM.

Meanwhile, other lavish events unfolded throughout the city, baring a star-studded guest list.

Here are some glimpses of the post-Met Gala celebrations.

Stars like Stella McCartney and Charlotte Tilbury partied alongside Anne Hathaway at Zero Bond, while Scott Saltiano, Tom Brady, and John Chetrit mingled there as well.

Chris Rock and James Corden were seen sharing laughs at the same venue, while Rihanna made a splash at her partner A$AP Rocky’s party, proudly showcasing her baby bump.

A$AP Rocky himself drew attention, strolling through the night with a prominent cigar. Other attendees, like Sabrina Carpenter and Jenna Ortega, were seen enjoying their time, arms crossed in playful camaraderie.

Julia Fox seemed to stray from the gala theme at Jans, embracing a different vibe, while Adrien Brody and Georgina Chapman attended a late-night affair at A$AP Rocky’s event.

As the night wore on, Natasha Lyonne and Tracy Ellis Ross chatted at the A$AP Rocky celebration, while impressive figures like Tonya Lewis Lee and Spike Lee posed for photos.

In another corner of the city, Colman Domingo joined the Met Gala after-party at Casa Cipriani, where Doja Cat’s colorful floral top caught eyes, and Jaden Smith also graced the gathering.

Meanwhile, Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas had a cozy evening in the high line’s Boom Boom room, and “Real Housewives of New York City” star Erin Rich illuminated the party with her smile.