(Photo courtesy of Bergdorf Goodman's Facebook page)

I hate to say that I almost missed the Akris celebration at Bergdorf Goodman. I had my doubts, and as per usual I was tired. Fortunately, I had convinced Eileen of Miss Whoever You Are to join me at the event (every girl needs a wingwoman, right?).

After fawning over the Bergdorf Goodman spring catalog on a table by the elevator on the first floor, we entered the elevator. Directly to Eileen's left, stood Daphne Guinness, with her trademark black & white Cruella Deville hair, accessorized with a baby blue headband that perfectly mimicked the blue of her Birkin. After she exited the elevator (and I sent my OMFG tweet), we lost her in the crowd.

After making a loop through the party (and admiring the beautiful Akris clothing), we found her leaning up against a wall, chatting with her friends. Admittedly, Eileen and I stared like fan girls (and I even attempted to take a photo that inevitably turned out to be blurry). During this time, I made a few key observations that once digested, taught me key lessons.

• The subtleties of her accessories were not lost on me. Hello - her headband matched her Birkin. I love how the baby blue pieces that seemed to be orbiting her outfit somehow brought it all together. True style is always in the details.
• She was wearing heel-less shoes (which potentially were Nina Ricci) and walked effortlessly in them. As the evening went on, she was resting comfortably against the wall. Even the chicest and most accomplished ladies of style succumb to the discomforts of fashion.
• Although she was wearing black lace gloves, Eileen and I witnessed Ms. Guinness enjoy hors d'oeuvres at least twice during our short stay at the event. Imagine that - beautiful people actually need to eat to survive - they just sustain with style.
• Throughout the evening, Ms. Guinness was not burdened with her Birkin. Off to the side stood a woman whose duties consisted only of holding the baby blue treasure. As much as I love a beautiful detailed clutch, they aren't the most practical. Big bags aren't just for the commuter - sometimes a gal needs more than a breath mint and an AmEx to make it through an evening.

If you had an opportunity to share space with your style icon, who and where would it be?