I’ll Go Ahead and Say It—These Met Gala After-Party Looks Were Even Better Than the Red Carpet
I'm only here for the Met Gala after-party outfits—these were hands down the best of the night.
Of course—I love a red carpet moment as much as anyone, but if I’m being honest, it’s the Met Gala after-parties that actually play a part in how I’ll dress in for the months ahead. While the main event delivers spectacle, the after-hours scene is where the partywear trends translate into styling ideas that actually make sense beyond the steps of the museum.
Setting the tone for partywear styling long after the last flashbulb fades, these after-parties are a goldmine of genuinely useful inspiration. So, as I refine my own after-dark wardrobe, I’m taking notes. Scroll on to discover the standout after-party looks from the Met Gala 2026.
Discover the Best After-Party Outfits from the 2026 Met Gala:
Who: Kendall Jenner
Wear: Custom GapStudio
Who: Zoe Kravitz
Wear: Saint Laurent
Who: Hailey Bieber
Wear: Dilara Findikoglu
Who: Rosie Huntington-Whiteley
Who: Charli XCX
Wear: Saint Laurent
Who: Imaan Hammam
Wear: Saint Laurent
Who: Connor Storrie
Who: Hunter Schafer
Who: Paloma Elsesser
Who: Maude Apatow
Who: Doja Cat
Who: Margot Robbie
Who: Vittoria Ceretti and Laura Harrier
Who: Olivia Rodrigo
Who: Tate McRae
Who: A$AP Rocky
