Oscars After Dark: Inside Vanity Fair’s 2025 Star-Studded Party

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What do the Oscars and Vanity Fair have in common? The best pictures—on screen, on the red carpet, and all over social media the next morning. And on the night of March 2, 2025, Hollywood’s most exclusive after-party, the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, once again cemented its reputation as the place to be once the Academy Awards wrapped up. Held at the iconic Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills, the night was dazzling and one we would be forgetting in a rush.

Hosted by Vanity Fair's editor-in-chief, Radhika Jones, the star-studded event brought together Hollywood’s elite, industry insiders, and cultural icons—all gathering to toast the year’s biggest cinematic achievements and, let’s be honest, let loose in style.

Among the evening's highlights was the unexpected reunion of Joshua Jackson and Selma Blair, co-stars from the 1999 film "Cruel Intentions." Their impromptu gathering delighted fans and added a touch of nostalgia to the festivities. citeturn0news14 Additionally, newly minted Oscar winners Mikey Madison and Adrien Brody were in attendance, celebrating their accolades alongside peers.

The Vanity Fair Oscar Party is renowned for its daring fashion statements, and 2025 was no exception. Many attendees embraced the "naked fashion" trend, opting for sheer and revealing ensembles that combined artistry with audacity:

  • Julia Fox: Stunned in a transparent mesh gown by Dilara Findikoglu, inspired by Botticelli's "The Birth of Venus."
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  • Zoë Kravitz: Wore a Saint Laurent dress featuring a sheer back and a playful design element.


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  • Olivia Wilde: Chose an off-white Chloé ensemble that was both whimsical and revealing.
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Unfortunately, Bianca Censori was not in attendance.

  Zoe Saldana Photograph by Krista Schlueter

Guests were treated to a variety of culinary offerings, including In-N-Out burgers—a staple at the event—and Italian dishes like lasagna verde and branzino al forno, prepared by chef Evan Funke. The atmosphere was further enlivened as the venue transformed into "Club VF," where attendees danced to music spinned by DJ Ruckus and DJ Politik.

Beyond the glamour, Vanity Fair utilized the event's platform to support local organizations, encouraging donations to the Motion Picture & Television Fund and Baby2Baby, aiding Angelenos and families in need.

The 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party seamlessly combined Hollywood glamour, bold fashion choices, and philanthropic efforts, reaffirming its status as the quintessential Oscar night celebration. This is one to remember!