Rachel Zoe takes the plunge in daring cleavage baring gown at New York launch of her second book

By Daily Mail Reporter

It was her book launch and Rachel Zoe made sure she was the centre of attention in New York on Monday night.

The 42-year-old stylist-turned-designer attended the unveiling of her new tome, Living In Style: Inspiration and Advice for Everyday Glamour, at Tiffany & Co. looking suitably stylish in a dramatic black evening gown.

The ruffled layered skirt featured a flattering pelmet design, and her modesty on the slashed to the waist bodice was protected by a layer of lace.

Centre of attention: Rachel Zoe's plunging black gown ensured all eyes were on her at the launch of her new book Living In Style in New York on Monday
Centre of attention: Rachel Zoe's plunging black gown ensured all eyes were on her at the launch of her new book Living In Style in New York on Monday

Centre of attention: Rachel Zoe's plunging black gown ensured all eyes were on her at the launch of her new book Living In Style in New York on Monday

New mother Rachel - who welcomed her second son Kaius in December - showed she is back to her slim pre-baby figure in the black dress.

 

The star - who also has son Skyler, three, with husband Rodger Berman - was joined by a host of famous friends including  Olivia Palermo and fiance Johannes Huebl, Lindsay Ellingson, Anna Sophia Robb, Karen Craig and Georgina Chapman of Marchesa and Karen Elson for her big night.

'All alone wearing Valentino' Zoe shared this stunning shot

'All alone wearing Valentino' Zoe shared this stunning shot

Schmoozing: Rachel shared this picture with Pamela Eve Rose and wrote, 'I love you my beautiful sister'

Schmoozing: Rachel shared this picture with Pamela Eve Rose and wrote, 'I love you my beautiful sister'

Stylish couple: Olivia Palermo and her fiance Johannes Huebl showed their support for Rachel at the book launch on Monday

Stylish couple: Olivia Palermo and her fiance Johannes Huebl showed their support for Rachel at the book launch on Monday

Trendsetters: Both Georgina Chapman, designer and wife of movie mogul Harvey Weinstein and The City star Palermo, were dressed to impress
Trendsetters: Both Georgina Chapman, designer and wife of movie mogul Harvey Weinstein and The City star Palermo, were dressed to impress

Trendsetters: Both Georgina Chapman, designer and wife of movie mogul Harvey Weinstein and The City star Palermo, were dressed to impress

Rachel has described her new book as being 'filled with never-before-seen personal photos, images of my fashion and beauty icons and contributions from my inspirational friends and mentors on home decor, entertaining and travel.'

Rachel recently told You magazine that the book is 'aspirational and inspriational'.

She said: 'I hope it’s aspirational as well as inspirational,. I truly believe that living a life filled with glamour and style has nothing to do with having money or fame.

Style star: Anna Sophia Robb (aka the young Carrie Bradshaw) looked demure in a white shift dress and black sandals
Style star: Anna Sophia Robb (aka the young Carrie Bradshaw) looked demure in a white shift dress and black sandals

Style star: Anna Sophia Robb (aka the young Carrie Bradshaw) looked demure in a white shift dress and black sandals

No competition here: Marchesa designers Karen Craig and Georgina Chapman showed their support for fellow designer Zoe at the launch

No competition here: Marchesa designers Karen Craig and Georgina Chapman showed their support for fellow designer Zoe at the launch

Model behaviour: Models Karen Elson and Lindsay Ellingson joined the well-heeled group at the launch party in New York
Model behaviour: Models Karen Elson and Lindsay Ellingson joined the well-heeled group at the launch party in New York

Model behaviour: Models Karen Elson and Lindsay Ellingson joined the well-heeled group at the launch party in New York 

'The people I know with the greatest taste often have the most limited budgets, and I wanted to help people change their perspective a little bit.

'I was pleased with my first book [Style A to Zoe], but I feel that this new book addresses life and style as opposed to just getting dressed every day. I feel I’ve really grown up since then.'

It was co-authored with fashion journalist Monica Corcoran Harel, who has also contributed to Mad Men costume designer Janie Bryant's book.

Living in Style will hit stores March 25.

All that glitters: Earlier in the day the blonde star stepped out in sequins and fur and killer heels
All that glitters: Earlier in the day the blonde star stepped out in sequins and fur and killer heels

All that glitters: Earlier in the day the blonde star stepped out in sequins and fur and killer heels

Work hard, play hard: Rachel and her husband Rodger Berman, who works with her, enjoyed a day out together in New York
Work hard, play hard: Rachel and her husband Rodger Berman, who works with her, enjoyed a day out together in New York

Work hard, play hard: Rachel and her husband Rodger Berman, who works with her, enjoyed a day out together in New York

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I've looked at the pictures a few times now and I still can't see this 'cleavage' of which you speak.

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Who buys these books? Why would I ever take style advice from her?

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Ugh fur!

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Lindsay Ellingson's leg seriously? good lord.

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So sickly looking.

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Looks like she's wearing a wig

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She always wears black!

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What cleavage?

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Who is this woman?! I'm bored of seeing her!!!

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All dressed beautifully with grace & elegance. No skin-tight body con in sight - how refreshing!

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