Party has just begun

Manhattan's Central Park became the stage for a star-studded gala on Sept 7 as iconic American fashion designer Ralph Lauren celebrated his company's 50th anniversary.

For the first time Lauren shared a complete panorama of his collections at one event－his women's collections, men's Double RL range and his Polo Ralph Lauren collections－to celebrate the character and beauty of the themes that inspired him over the last half a century.

While the Ralph Lauren Collection and Double RL presented day and evening wear in bohemian and eclectic styles, the women's collection highlighted modern suits, velvet gowns and knits infused with artisanal patchworks and beading.

A mix of utilitarian work-wear and traditional tailoring, the Double RL menswear range featured well-worn denim, British tweeds, sweaters and leathers that evoked a feeling of both being lived-in and well-traveled.

The Polo collection is infused with Lauren's signature preppy look, combining Ivy League classics and English haberdashery with downtown styles and all-American sporty cool.

As earth tones prevailed on the runway, a glamorous audience of around 200 celebrity guests, including Oprah Winfrey, Hillary Clinton, Steven Spielberg, Robert De Niro were joined by Lauren's fellow designers Donna Karan, Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger. After the parade, the guests were treated to steaks from Lauren's ranch in Colorado.