After a Couple of Years, The Whitney Museum’s Art Party Made Its Much-Awaited Return

Last night, the Whitney Art Party returned with a bang after a two-year hiatus. Friends of the fashion and art industries came out in their most elaborate astrological-inspired attire, with a dress code calling guests to dress as their star sign. From intricate ethereal headdresses to makeup à la David Bowie’s Star Man, and dreamy sparkling fabrics, partygoers came up with nothing short of the celestial theme.  

Of course, the soirée wasn’t just any average night at the museum. While the evening’s true purpose serves as a noble fundraiser, partygoers enjoyed an out-of-this-world evening of revelry. Art Party Co-Chairs included Edward Barsamian, alongside Steven Beltrani, Karen Elson, Micaela Erlanger, Ashley Graham, Rebecca Hall, Rachel Rossin, and Morgan Spector. Guests were greeted with specialty cocktails, and their eyes were immediately drawn to the enormous metallic chandelier revolving over the center of the dance floor.  

Upstairs, friends of the museum enjoyed the gallery spaces after hours, exploring  Edward Hopper’s New York and no existe un mundo poshuracán: Puerto Rican Art in the Wake of Hurricane Maria with their friends and dates for the evening.  It seemed as though a new surprise appeared at every turn.  Amidst the crown, artist Devin Kenny designed unique temporary tattoos that attendees enjoyed throughout the night. The party continued in the elevator, with a specialty bar serving cleverly named Shooting Star beverages and offering astrological reading for guests’ journey from one floor to the next. Festivities continued late into the evening, with attendees dancing to lively DJ sets by Questlove and The Muses.