Jennifer Lawrence slips her curves into a slinky silver Met Gala afterparty dress... and even new BFF Lorde can't resist copying
Jennifer Lawrence was evidently saving the best until last on Monday night.
Leaving her floral red carpet dress behind, the screen stunner slipped into a slinky silver gown to attend the Diamond Horseshoe afterparty.
The 24-year-old took her new beachy waves to the next stop of the night and was daring enough to show her curves as she made a beeline for the celeb-attended bash.
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Star of the silver screen! Jennifer Lawrence ditched her muted Met Gala dress in favour of a slinky silver number as she headed to the Diamond Horseshoe afterparty on Monday night
Imitation is the greatest form of flattery! It would seem the star's outfit was such a good choice that even her new BFF Lorde couldn't help but copy as the girls later headed out for a late-night dinner
Something sexier: Jennifer hit the Diamond Horseshoe Met Gala afterparty bash in a sexier ensemble on Monday night
And it would seem the star's outfit was such a good choice that even her new BFF Lorde couldn't help but copy.
The teen singer - who has been spotted out and about with Jennifer on numerous occasions over the past week - fashioned an almost copycat version of the blonde beauty's slinky spaghetti-strap number in a contrasting berry.
It had been underwhelming red carpet appearance for the Silver Linings Playbook actress as she chose a black floral dress to suit the Chinese Whispers: Tales of the East in Art, Film and Fashion theme of Anna Wintour's annual bash.
Later though, Jennifer was looking more like herself when she made a quick change into a metallic number.
She let down her shoulder-length tresses as she was followed into the bash by gal pal Lorde, with the Diamond Horseshoe party in her sights.
Beach babe: Jennifer was finally letting her hair down to reveal her flowing new golden tresses
Quick change: Jennifer Lawrence donned an oriental-inspired Dior Couture gown for the red carpet (left), before making a beeline for the afterparty in something more sultry (right)
Making an entrance: Jennifer delivered a polite smile just as she entered the bash
Silver linings: The actress appeared to go braless as her dress plunged low in the front
The Hunger Games actress was co-chairing the Gala alongside Chinese actress Gong Li, President and CEO of Yahoo! Marissa Mayer, American businesswoman Wendi Murdoch and US Vogue Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour, on Monday night.
She was therefore, opting for elegance over impact as she took the red carpet at the annual star-studded event.
The beauty may have debuted longer beachy blonde locks last week but she chose to keep her tresses pinned up when she hit the red carpet at the Costume Institute Gala in New York.
Berry nice: Teen singer Lorde fashioned an almost copycat version of the blonde beauty's slinky spaghetti-strap number in a contrasting berry as she joined Jennifer for dinner
Blooming lovely: The actress, who is co-chairing this year's event, hit the red carpet at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York in a black dress with floral bodice
All about the details: Jen's frock was also open at the back flashing more of her sun-kissed skin
Striking: The Silver Linings Playbook actress displayed the floral panel which ran all the way down her back and into the skirt
VIP: The Hunger Games star is co-chairing this year's event alongside Chinese actress Gong Li, CEO of Yahoo! Marissa Mayer, businesswoman Wendi Murdoch and US Vogue Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour
Her sophisticated up-do and Dior Couture gown were the perfect look for the Asian themed event at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, despite being a departure from her usual wow-worthy status.
A cut-out at her navel was the only glimpse of toned flesh the beauty chose to reveal, despite it being a particularly 'naked' event for stars such as Beyonce and Kim Kardashian, who wore crystalised sheer gowns.
Jennifer - who is thought to be dating Coldplay front man Chris Martin - was announced as co-chair for this year's Met Gala back in September.
Oriental style: The 24-year-old star swept her new long extensions into a sophisticated bun while an embellished neckline added texture to the dress
Red carpet star: The Oscar-winning beauty completed her look with a subtle smokey eye and pink lips
Gothic touch: Jennifer has only attended the Met Gala twice, her first time was in 2013 at the 'punk' themed event to which she wore a strapless black prom dress
Previous years have paid homage to other fashion genres, including punk style, as well as eminent designers; Alexander McQueen in 2011 and Charles James curations in 2014.
This is Jennifer's second Met Gala and she'll rub shoulders with A-list stars from the world of fashion, music and film, including the likes of singers Rihanna and Katy Perry and acting greats from Julianne Moore to Reese Witherspoon.
The actress has been viewed as a good choice as one of the show's co-chairs.
After party: Rita Ora as slipped into something racier corset with plenty of cleavage on show as she hit the Diamond Horseshoe after party, following the Met Gala on Monday night
Little crimson touches: Despite changing into a white suit, Rita still had on her red lipstick and nails
Party time: Rita was attending the after party in a bright white suit, that was too long for her heels
Jennifer won the won the Golden Globe Award, Screen Actors Guild Award and the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in Silver Linings Playbook.
She also won a BAFTA, a Golden Globe and was nominated for an Academy Award, for her supporting role in American Hustle.
In 2013, the beauty also landed Vogue's prestigious September issue cover and she is also one of the faces of Dior.
No changes here: Lady Gaga took her outfit straight to the outfit with no time spared on a change
Full front: The singer bore her cleavage to great effect when she was lead in by Alexander Wang
Watch out: Lady Gaga's outfit looked ready to burst when she made her way to the afterparty
Doubling up: The singer and the designer both wore black as they continued the party
All that glitters: Olivia Wilde continued to make an impact with her sparkly gown
Sparkles everywhere: Olivia pulled together an ensemble that matched all over
She wasn't the only one keen to extend the fun of the evening on Monday night.
Rita Ora similarly slipped into something sexier for the afterparty, while Olivia Wilde and Miley Cyrus took their extravagant evening ensembles straight to the next bash, without sparing any time.
The Diamond Horseshoe party attracted the likes of Joan Smalls and Behati Prinsloo from the Victoria's Secret model army, while Amanda Seyfreid and Lady Gaga weren't far behind.
Dapper gent: Her husband Jason Sudeikis looked dapper as he followed into the bash
She's an animal: Joan Smalls goes wild for animal print as she puts on a leggy display at the party
Calling it a night: Joan Smalls was lead out of the star-studded bash by Jon Kortajarena
Show stopper: Joan knew how to make an impact her skintight ensemble
What's her secret: Victoria's Secret angel Behati Prinsloo continued to party late into the night
Elegant: Amanda Seyfried wore a white lace gown that followed behind her as she walked
Caught by the ladies: Ansel Elgort was mobbed by fans outside the venue before he even got in
Gal pals: Zoe Kravitz (left) and Kristen Wiig (right) held hands as they made their way out
Party girls: Newly-single Miley Cyrus was on her way to the party in her cut away dress
Practical flats: Constance Jablonski changed into flat shoes and a chic ensemble to extend the night
Cute couple: Amanda Seyfried and boyfriend Justin Long exited together in matching ivory and black ensembles
Quick change: Madonna changed into leather shorts and quilted heeled trainers to hit the afterparty
Party time: The 56-year-old singer was obviously ready to dance some more
Showing her shape: Miley showed off her figure in the cutaway number
All smiles: Miley was familiar with staying up late and still looked full of beans in the early hours
Ladies' man: Ansel Elgort arrived on the arm of a beautiful date, having changed into bright white trainers
Take me to the party: Janelle Monae smiled as she made her entrance in a caped ensemble
Elegant: Zoe Kravitz (left) and Lisa Bonet (right) looked gorgeous in their red carpet dresses
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