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having a ball; From Nicole Kidman to Andre 3000, everyone who's anyone partied at this year's Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute gala, William Norwich writes.

Vogue

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Byline: William Norwich

Ready?" she asked, as a champion might before entering the gates of an ancient but familiar arena.

Selma Blair took my hand and rose from the back seat of her chariot, a luxurious Mercedes-Benz. How to escort a movie star? "You'll know what to do," she said as her high heels touched the first bit of red carpet. "If I pull my earlobe, it means come and get me. If I shove you with my two hands," she joked, "that means get out of the picture!"

Inhaling deeply, exhaling, ready now, posture perfect, swan neck, stomach flat, Selma ascended the panoramic staircase at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Stopping to greet Claire ...

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