—on the sunny esplanade of the Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in the South of France. But with social distancing measures still in place, AmFAR was prompted to get creative for its summer-kickoff gala and host an opulent fundraising gathering in the digital space.
With the Veuve Clicquot on ice and the Wi-Fi signal strong, the show began with a slew of well-wishes from those who would not be walking the digital runway.
As the cloud of hairspray settled, next came outfit selection, which proved to be the most fascinating element of the show for me and my fellow voyeurs, as it gave us a glimpse into the seemingly endless personal wardrobes of these runway fixtures. Irina Shayk, in her plush Versace robe, thumbed through rows of hangers to find her favorite leopard dress and cape.