A Night with Donatella Versace at The Twenty Two
As the sun set over downtown, a group of impeccably dressed security guards stood outside The Twenty Two, signaling the arrival of none other than fashion icon Donatella Versace. Stepping out of a convoy of sleek black SUVs, Donatella made a grand entrance in a stunning bubblegum pink pantsuit, her signature platinum blonde hair flowing in the evening breeze.
Visiting the city for the Met Gala celebrations, Donatella joined forces with Moda Operandi’s Lauren Santo Domingo for a delightful aperitivo hour on the club’s rooftop terrace. Guests were treated to trays of Negronis and indulgent caviar-topped blinis, setting the stage for a glamorous evening.
The occasion also marked the launch of Versace La Vacanza, a collection of resort wear available for pre-order on Moda Operandi. This event was particularly special as it marked Donatella’s first public appearance since the sale of the Versace brand to the Prada Group, garnering her well-deserved praise and admiration from attendees.
Among the notable guests were Hollywood stars Anne Hathaway, Sabrina Carpenter—who dazzled in a classic Versace safety-pin dress—Ariana DeBose, Laura Harrier, and stylist Lorenzo Posocco, a close collaborator of Donatella known for styling celebrities like Dua Lipa. Posocco expressed his admiration for Donatella, describing her as the epitome of glamour and magic.
The weekend was filled with festivities, as Donatella celebrated her birthday the previous night with an intimate gathering. The soirée at The Twenty Two felt like a seamless continuation of the celebrations, with breathtaking views and an abundance of shimmering sequins.
