Blake Lively and Jessica Alba shine at Versace for H&M launch

Uma Thurman, Blake Lively, Chace Crawford, Jessica Alba, Jennifer Hudson and Selma Blair were among the stars who turned out in force to celebrate the launch of Versace for H&M in New York.

The actresses joined designer Donatella Versace at the bash at the historic Pier 57 on the Hudson River where the highly-anticipated clothing range was shown for the first time.

"It was the perfect evening, so glamorous and special. I loved  celebrating the launch of Versace for H&M here in New York, an iconic city in which to showcase this iconic collection. Now I cannot wait  for it to finally reach stores and be available to the world", Donatella said in a statement.

The Versace for H&M collection goes on sale at 300 stores worldwide and online on November 17.

Check our special gallery of the stars on the red carpet
 

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