On the heels of the 2025 Met Gala, Casa Cipriani transformed into the epicenter of refined elegance for Richie Akiva’s 11th annual after-party, “THE AFTER 2025,” hosted by Tyla, Doja Cat, Colman Domingo, and Edward Enninful. Presented by Raising Cane’s, the affair celebrated the Met’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” in a series of luxe, couture-driven rooms.
As guests arrived, they were greeted by sumptuous fabrics draped in every corner. Walls of silk, leather-trimmed lounges, and mirrored corridors set the scene for an unforgettable night. Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, Orlando Bloom, Hailey Bieber, Jenna Ortega, and Bradley Cooper all made entrances in sharp, tailored looks that paid homage to the timeless dandy spirit.
The cocktail menu, centered on the iconic orange liqueur Cointreau, featured classics like The Original Margarita, Cosmopoli-Gin, and Sidecar. Central Cee, Babyface, Paloma Elsesser, and Tyga even staged their own DIY margarita masterclass at the Cointreau pop-up bar. Raising Cane’s elevated the spread with signature mocktails and—of course—chicken fingers and special sauce, ensuring every guest had both their style and their appetite satisfied.
On the decks, Pedro and Kitty Cash spun a tight mix of up-tempo hits that urged Cardi B, Laura Harrier, Luka Sabbat, Marcelo Hernandez, and other trendsetters to claim the dance floor. Richie Akiva himself took the mic as Kaytranada followed with track after track, creating an electric energy that carried well into the early morning hours.
From supermodels Heidi Klum, Tyson Beckford, Ashley Graham, Precious Lee, and Adut Akech to designers and stylists like Christian Cowan, Law Roach, LaQuan Smith, and Guram Gvasalia, the room brimmed with creative talent. Music icons Stevie Wonder, Babyface, Tems, and Young Thug mingled alongside athletes Venus and Serena Williams, Tom Brady, and newcomers like Damson Idris, all united by a shared passion for style and celebration.
When a moment of fresh air was needed, guests slipped out to Casa Cipriani’s terrace, where Stormzy, Rickey Thompson, and Ty Dolla $ign soaked in the city skyline. Inside, the speakeasy lounge offered a quieter refuge, complete with bespoke cocktails crafted by Maxwell Osborne and others.
THE AFTER 2025 proved why Richie Akiva’s after-party remains the season’s most coveted invite. It was a night where tailoring met artistry, cocktails met camaraderie, and every guest left feeling like the ultimate VIP.
The After by Richie Akiva & Badius. Hosted by Tyla, Doja Cat, Edward Eninful, & Coleman Domingo
Mon, May 05 2025
