Vanity Fair Oscars Party Returns with Exclusive Guest List and Daring Fashion
The Vanity Fair Oscars after-party made a triumphant return to Hollywood's biggest night, transforming the Los Angeles County Museum of Art into a spectacle of high fashion and celebrity glamour. Despite a significantly reduced guest list aimed at restoring exclusivity, the event still attracted some of the most recognizable faces in entertainment, who brought their most daring looks to what was described as a grey carpet.
Kardashian-Jenner Family Makes Fashion Statements
Kim Kardashian, 45, commanded attention in a striking Oscars gold dress paired with dramatic platform heels. Her ensemble took an unexpected turn with colored contact lenses and what appeared to be intentionally unkempt hair, leaving fashion observers wondering if her longtime stylist Chris Appleton had taken the night off.
Her younger sisters made equally memorable appearances. Kendall Jenner, 30, opted for an elegant baby blue gown, while Kylie Jenner, 28, arrived with her boyfriend, actor Timothee Chalamet, who has experienced three Oscar losses. Kylie herself wore a sophisticated black gown featuring a dramatic waist slit that turned heads throughout the evening.
Completing the family presence was matriarch Kris Jenner, 70, who celebrated Mother's Day at the event wearing a tulle prom-style dress. She arrived accompanied by her boyfriend Corey Gamble, adding to the family's collective fashion impact.
Other Notable Celebrity Appearances
The fashion risks extended beyond the Kardashian-Jenner circle. Emilie Livingston, 43-year-old wife of actor Jeff Goldblum, made perhaps the boldest statement of the night in a bum-baring leotard paired with sheer tights. Her 73-year-old husband stood beside her dressed for considerably cooler weather, creating a striking contrast.
Musician Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner attended together, with Turner opting against the traditional tuxedo in favor of a more casual suit and grey shirt combination. Meanwhile, actress Julia Fox, 36, made an impression in what appeared to be period-inspired attire featuring detailed floral bodice work and exaggerated shoulder elements.
Sarah Pidgeon, currently portraying Calvin Klein publicist Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy in a Disney Plus drama, fittingly chose to wear Calvin Klein to the event, demonstrating clever brand alignment with her current role.
Return to Exclusivity
The Vanity Fair party, once considered Hollywood's hottest ticket during the 1990s with legendary attendees including Tom Cruise, Nicole Kidman, and Prince, had seen its exclusivity diminish in recent years. Under new editor Mark Guiducci's direction, the magazine implemented significant changes to restore the event's elite status.
These changes included cutting the guest list in half, banning social media from inside the venue, and restricting press access exclusively to Vanity Fair journalists. Other media representatives were limited to the grey carpet outside the main event, creating a more controlled and intimate atmosphere.
Oscars 2026 Winners Background
The Vanity Fair celebration followed the 98th Academy Awards ceremony, where One Battle After Another claimed the coveted Best Picture award. Michael B. Jordan and Jessie Buckley received honors for Best Actor and Best Actress respectively, while Paul Thomas Anderson took home Best Director for One Battle After Another.
Other notable winners included Sean Penn for Best Supporting Actor in One Battle After Another, Amy Madigan for Best Supporting Actress in Weapons, and Frankenstein for both Costume Design and Makeup and Hair. The animated feature K-Pop Demon Hunters also earned recognition for Best Original Song.
The combination of exclusive access, daring fashion choices, and Hollywood's biggest winners created an unforgettable evening that successfully blended tradition with contemporary celebrity culture while restoring the event's prestigious reputation.
