Back in my pseudo-glamorous polo days, my player C. was often invited to events like Elton John’s White Tie and Tiara ball, and I’d shuttle along for the ride, taking notes, returning phone calls, plotting intrigue and assuring the girlfriend that, yes, she did indeed look gorgeous.  But–always the bridesmaid, never the bride–I never made it past the driveway.  Alas.  Looks fun!

Elle Macpherson.  “The Body” is, believe it or not, 44 years old.  Maybe we all be so blessed.  (Do we think that’s her real hair, or extensions?  Call me crazy, but I suspect it’s real.)

Elizabeth Hurley, by contrast, is aging quite gracefully and is beginning to look like a real 40-something (she’s 43), albeit more beautiful than any 43-year-old I’ve ever met. 

More photos from the event (including a surprisingly beautiful Kelly Osbourne!) after the jump

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