We ran into loads of familiarfaces along the way. Derek Blasberg caused a photog frenzy when he struck a pose alongside Restoin-Roitfeld. A stunning Alexa Chungtraded stories with friends before promptly vanishing into the night, and a casuallydressed (but still classically gorgeous) Lauren Hutton smiled and laughed whilegreeting fellow partygoers.
How could all of these fabulous people be so boisterous and bouncy, especiallyconsidering we saw many of them at parties the night before? Does that 5-hour energy crap really work?"The great thing about New York is that it's the most energized place on the planet,"a vintage Versace-clad Giovanna Battaglia (girlfriend of Vladamir and W Magazinestylist) reminded us. "I just landedthis morning! I was in Milan. And what a great way to start my week with thisexhibition -- It's beautiful."
The room held its collective breath as the flawless Carine Roitfeld finally arrived. She was quickly whisked away by good friend Stephen Gan, who she adorably walked through thegallery with arm and arm.We would reconvene her later, but first -- a quick chat with Victoria's Secret modelAlessandra Ambrosio for our frat boy buddies back home! What brought her outtonight? "I'm friends with Andy and Vlad, and it's Fashion Week, and I love art," theBrazilian beaut told us. Solid answer. Where was she before this? "I just came backfrom vacation -- I was in Hawaii and California." Soon after our Diane Sawyer-esque interview with Alessandra, we found ourselvesstanding right next to proud mama Carine, who sweetly took pictures with anyonewho asked. How did it feel to see her son throwing another successful show?"It's the first time I've seen the exhibition -- it's very emotional. I'm very proud!"
