Why Kim Kardashian skipped the 2024 Met Gala after-parties

Kim Kardashian doesn’t have time for the Met Gala after-parties.

Shortly after a jaw-dropping red carpet moment at the 2024 fundraiser, the 43-year-old mogul hopped on her private jet to Hamburg, Germany, skipping the infamous post-Met festivities.

The reality star had a good reason for doing so: She was heading to the 2024 OMR Festival, taking place on Tuesday, May 7 and Wednesday, May 8, to serve as a guest speaker alongside other “digital professionals” and entrepreneurs.

According to the conference website, the event provides the public with “information, inspiration and networking on all things digital business.”

“From top international speakers presenting on multiple stages and masterclasses to a two-day trade show, side events and guided tours, the OMR Festival is a MUST-HAVE for digital professionals,” the website reads.

Kardashian appeared alongside other prominent figures in the digital space such as music producer Rick Rubin, technology journalist Kara Swisher and author and podcast host Tim Ferriss.

On stage during her speech on Tuesday, May 7, the keeping up with the Kardashians The student said it was important for her to honor her commitment at the event despite attending the Met Gala just 18 hours earlier.

“From there I went to the plane,” he told the presenter. “I slept on the plane and here I am.”

When Swisher joined her on stage, Kardashian added, “It was really nice not to go to all the after parties. It’s not my thing to go out, so it was the perfect excuse, because I really wanted to come here.”

In addition to talking about her entrepreneurial endeavors (like her popular shapewear brand SKIMS), Kardashian also talked about the Met Gala becoming a business opportunity for her.

“It’s an event you really aspire to be invited to,” he said. “I’ve always loved fashion and beauty so much that I wanted to go and see what everyone would look like and what they were wearing and just make connections and meet people, which leads to some business ideas and some connections and collaborations.”

She continued: “I don’t think it started with that intention, I was just happy to be invited and among so many people that I loved and respected and as you become friendly with those people and opportunities arise, the nature of it could change.” “.

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At the 2024 Met Gala, Kardashian rocked another stunning look. She appeared in a sheer Margiela by John Galliano dress with a lace train with leaves and floral details, but the most striking (and controversial) part of the ensemble was the silver corset that gave her a tiny waist. She also wrapped herself up in a simple gray shawl.

Talking with FashionKardashian explained that the look was meant to represent “the wildest night of my life in a garden,” where she just ran out and grabbed her boyfriend’s “sweater and put it on and had to go to work and my hair was all messed up.” “.

Kardashian’s icy blonde hair was styled in tousled waves and loosely braided, adding to the natural vibe of the ensemble.