Stars like Rihanna, Jenna Ortega, and Janelle Monáe swapped their red-carpet looks for daring after-party ensembles when they left the 2025 Met Gala.

Kim Kardashian arrived late to the Met Gala carpet but stunned in a tight-fitting, textured black gown with cutouts and pearl details.

Read highlights and coverage from the 2025 Met Gala on NBC News. Learn more about this year’s themes, who are the hosts and more.

While a starry group of co-chairs greeted guests, Spike Lee, Venus Williams, Zoe Saldaña and Rihanna discussed the significance of dandyism and the importance of the event.