The Excitement of Vanity Fair’s Oscars After-Party
Star-Studded Celebrations
At Vanity Fair’s prestigious Oscars after-party, Zoe Saldaña stood out, balancing an In-N-Out burger in one hand and her Oscar statuette for Best Supporting Actress in the other. The event was teeming with joyous interactions as Saldaña enveloped Cynthia Erivo in warm embraces and captured selfies alongside Gayle King.
Meanwhile, Adrien Brody, who won the Best Actor award, maintained a more reserved demeanor beside his parents, who humorously responded to questions about their pride with a deadpan, “We’re so ashamed,” from his father, Elliot Brody.
A Coveted Invitation
The Vanity Fair party has consistently been one of the most sought-after events on Oscar night, overshadowing competing after-parties hosted by other prominent figures like Madonna and Jay-Z. Guests navigated a complex entrance system to arrive at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, where they were greeted by a swarm of photographers.
Inside, Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner shared a moment, while Jenner later mingled at the bar with her sisters, Kendall Jenner and Kim Kardashian.
Memorable Moments
Isabella Rossellini found herself reminiscing about the impactful “In Memoriam” segment during the awards ceremony, particularly reflecting on the moment she saw a photo of her former partner, David Lynch.
The Vanity Fair after-party has a long-standing tradition, first commencing in 1994 at Mortons restaurant. Over the years, it evolved, moving to the Sunset Tower Hotel in 2009, and has continued to thrive even after the departure of its former editor, Graydon Carter, in 2017. Radhika Jones, his successor, warmly welcomed all the winners, even practice speaking a bit of Russian with the cast of the Best Picture winner, “Anora.”
Fashion Highlights
The evening was notable not only for the awards but also for its striking fashion choices. Mikey Madison, who won Best Actress for “Anora,” traded her accepting gown for an all-black strapless dress. The atmosphere buzzed with audacious styles: Megan Thee Stallion donned a daring moss-green gown, Olivia Wilde wore a lacey dress that resembled a mosquito net, and Zoë Kravitz stunned in a black gown with sheer back details.
Sarah Paulson caught attention with her Marc Jacobs design, characterized by voluminous fabric formations, and was seen dancing barefoot with Doja Cat to an energetic tune late into the night.
Post-Ceremony Vibes
This year’s Oscars season was distinctly marked by an array of challenges, including serious wildfires in Los Angeles and various controversies surrounding nominated films. As the guests at the Vanity Fair party blended celebration with a sense of relief, some amusing incidents unfolded, including a waiter almost tripping over Serena Williams’s elaborate gown.
As the night progressed, guests appeared ready to relax following a tumultuous awards season. For many, such as Conan O’Brien, the event reflected a satisfying closure to the ceremony, with O’Brien noting, “I did what I wanted to do.” In contrast, Fernanda Torres faced the humorous struggle of locating her vehicle amidst a chaotic parking area filled with S.U.V.s.
