Fashion’s biggest night came and went in the blink of an eye. The 2026 Met Gala—co-chaired by Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour—delivered an evening of statement-making style. This year’s theme, “Costume Art,” explored the relationship between clothing and the human body, inspiring a lineup of internet-breaking looks from Rihanna, Emma Chamberlain, and Kylie Jenner. But before the post–red carpet blues kick in, here’s the upside: the after-parties are just getting started, and the outfit changes are already underway.
Half the fun of the Met Gala after-parties is the unpredictability—you never quite know what celebrities will slip into next. While sticking to the theme is essential on the red carpet, the late-night circuit is far more relaxed, allowing A-listers to let loose.