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Watch: Lauren Remington Platt, Byrdie Bell, and More Celebrate Max Mara's Rome Store

What better way to celebrate a new store than with a glittering cocktail party?

What better way to celebrate a new store than with a glittering cocktail party? After renovating its flagship on Rome's Via Condotti, Max Mara reopened its doors last week and gave an intimate gathering of guests a look inside. The new store includes pieces from Max Mara's Sportmax and Weekend lines and has dedicated areas for bags, shoes, and clothing.

A range of boldfaced names, including actress Katy Saunders (at left), Lauren Remington Platt, Byrdie Bell, Ginevra Elkann, and Cody Horn, attended the party. A glimpse at the evening in the exclusive video below.

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Celebrities Are Still About the Minimalist Ankle-Strap Sandal Trend!

While we all love a good strappy sandal to complement a fabulous dress, sometimes it's good to pick a pared-down shoe to let the dress do all the dazzling.

While we all love a good strappy sandal to complement a fabulous dress, sometimes it's good to pick a pared-down shoe to let the dress do all the dazzling. While celebrities haven't ditched their detailed sandals altogether, they are totally feeling the minimalist ankle-strap sandal trend at the moment. Jennifer Connelly wore her black Givenchy sandals in NYC, Rihanna wore a red pair with a white ruffle skirt, and Kim Kardashian chose a black Christian Louboutin pair with her Stella McCartney number. Check out all the celebs who are feeling minimalist sandals, then shop the hot trend for yourself.

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Whitney Museum Of American Art Gala And Studio Party

Society's fall philanthropy season is in full swing and last night's 2008 Whitney Studio Party proved that socials aren't quite ready for private anonymous philanthropy just yet.
Whitney Museum Of American Art Gala And Studio Party

Society's fall philanthropy season is in full swing and last night's 2008 Whitney Studio Party proved that socials aren't quite ready for private anonymous philanthropy just yet. Entitled Past Present Future the evening was underwritten by Versace which provided plenty of body conscious garments for the tight and toned bodies that seemed impervious to the chill in the New York air last night.