Virgil Abloh and Gigi Hadid Deejayed Their Own CFDA Awards After-Party

Virgil Abloh and Gigi Hadid Deejayed Their Own CFDA Awards After-Party

Following the CFDA Awards ceremony last night, Virgil Abloh and Gigi Hadid headed back to Manhattan to continue the celebration at none other than the Le Chalet at L’Avenue at Saks. Close behind were family and friends Bella Hadid, Derek Blasberg, Joan Smalls, Kerby Jean-Raymond, Winnie Harlow, Heron Preston, Aurora James, and Brandon Maxwell.

After-parties really are the unsung heroes of award season, giving attendees and winners the chance to mix and mingle casually. Abloh and Hadid took the mix part quite literally last night when they traded off deejaying for the rowdy crowd. Off the dance floor, waiters passed “Saks in the City” and “L’Avenue Gin and Tonic” cocktails to thirsty guests, keeping the party well alive past midnight.

The venue’s underground speakeasy meets rustic Swiss chalet–vibes offered guests a transformative escape from the night’s main event at the Brooklyn Museum. Instead of hiring a professional photographer, the host team, including Kevin McIntosh and Cully Smoller, along with Abloh and Hadid, passed about a disposable camera to let guests take a turn behind the lens. To maintain energy levels after hours of glam, photos, and the lengthy ceremony, Le Chalet’s kitchen served late-night comfort food, including french fries, spring rolls, and individual portions of mashed potatoes. Through and through, last night’s party provides hard proof that Monday night can be just as fun as Friday night, especially with Abloh and Hadid.

Originally Appeared on Vogue