The original model! Helena Christensen, 46, proves she's still just as super as she parties with Gigi Hadid, 20, at NYFW bash

As one of the original supermodels, Helena Christensen inspired a generation of girls to follow in her footsteps.

And the 46-year-old proved she's still got what it takes as she joined the newest generation of models at a New York Fashion Week party on Thursday.

Helena mingled with the latest 'It Girl' Gigi Hadid, 20, at The Daily Front Row's Third Annual Fashion Media Awards at the Park Hyatt New York

New and old: Models Gigi Hadid, left, and Helena Christensen, right, stood out as they attended The Daily Front Row's Third Annual Fashion Media at the Park Hyatt New York in New York City on Thursday
New and old: Models Gigi Hadid, left, and Helena Christensen, right, stood out as they attended The Daily Front Row's Third Annual Fashion Media at the Park Hyatt New York in New York City on Thursday

New and old: Models Gigi Hadid, left, and Helena Christensen, right, stood out as they attended The Daily Front Row's Third Annual Fashion Media at the Park Hyatt New York in New York City on Thursday

Gigi, who hosted the along with Yahoo's EIC Joe Zee, looked red hot in a sleeveless scarlet satin dress which was detailed with see-through black panels and a rectangular burgundy velvet patch on the chest.

The softly pleated, boxy boatneck frock cinched the blonde beauty's waist to accentuate her trim figure.

The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue stunner teamed her sexy yet elegant garment with black double ankle-strap, open toe heels.

Gigi's blonde locks were slicked back, highlighting her flawless complexion and bright crimson pout.

Ageless: The Danish model appeared youthful while posing in her see-through garb

Ageless: The Danish model appeared youthful while posing in her see-through garb

Inspo: Helena spoke on stage inside the ceremony which profiles the industry’s most influential voices

Inspo: Helena spoke on stage inside the ceremony which profiles the industry’s most influential voices

Scarlet siren: Gigi looked red hot in a crimson satin dress and black heels
Scarlet siren: Gigi looked red hot in a crimson satin dress and black heels

Scarlet siren: Gigi looked red hot in a crimson satin dress and black heels

Elegant: The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue stunner wore her hair sleeked back to show off her flawless complexion and red pout

Elegant: The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue stunner wore her hair sleeked back to show off her flawless complexion and red pout

Peek-a-boo: Up close, the blonde beauty's dress was see-through 

Peek-a-boo: Up close, the blonde beauty's dress was see-through 

Red hot: Gigi was the centre of attention in here eye- catching red dress

Red hot: Gigi was the centre of attention in here eye- catching red dress

The Victoria's Secret beauty - who is dating DJ Joe Jonas - appeared to be at the event to support Maybelline New York, one of the sponsors.

The daughter of The Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills' Yolanda Foster is a brand ambassador for the cosmetics company.

Gigi is likely to be seen on the runway during this season's New York Fashion Week.

Leg pop: Toni Garrn showed off her slim figure in an asymmetrical thigh-high-slit gown
Leg pop: Toni Garrn showed off her slim figure in an asymmetrical thigh-high-slit gown

Leg pop: Toni Garrn showed off her slim figure in an asymmetrical thigh-high-slit gown

Hoops star: Amar'e Stoudemire of the Miami Heat got together with Toni at the event

Hoops star: Amar'e Stoudemire of the Miami Heat got together with Toni at the event

Musical crowd: Rapper Wiz Khalifa was also in attendance and rocked a black leather biker jacket  

Musical crowd: Rapper Wiz Khalifa was also in attendance and rocked a black leather biker jacket  

Black is the new black: Katie Couric, left, Taylor Hill, middle, Emily DiDonato, right, dressed to impress in chic black ensembles
Black is the new black: Katie Couric, left, Taylor Hill, middle, Emily DiDonato, right, dressed to impress in chic black ensembles
Black is the new black: Katie Couric, left, Taylor Hill, middle, Emily DiDonato, right, dressed to impress in chic black ensembles

Black is the new black: Katie Couric, left, Taylor Hill, middle, Emily DiDonato, right, dressed to impress in chic black ensembles 

Beige babe: Anna Kendrick was spotted in a tan retro-inspired dress

Beige babe: Anna Kendrick was spotted in a tan retro-inspired dress

Last year she walked for Tommy Hilfiger, Michael Kors, Jeremy Scott and Anna Sui.

Meanwhile, Helena showed off her bronzed glow and lean physique in a see-through patterned grey maxi dress.

The short-sleeved number billowed on top before cinching her waist and flowing down in ruffled layers.

Looking good! Laverne Cox radiated in a long textured white dress

Looking good! Laverne Cox radiated in a long textured white dress

The Danish original supermodel punched up her ensemble with a pair of statement shoes, wearing black and white floral heels.

Helena styled her rich brunette tresses in soft waves and wore a plum palette of make-up.

The fashion legend has said she wasn't born with naturally good looks and recently recalled her shock at being discovered in her early teens.

White hot: Sara Sampaio stunned in a cut-out white dress and strappy nude stilettos
White hot: Sara Sampaio stunned in a cut-out white dress and strappy nude stilettos

White hot: Sara Sampaio stunned in a cut-out white dress and strappy nude stilettos  

Feeling the blues: Alan Cumming sported a sheer blouse and blue suit

Feeling the blues: Alan Cumming sported a sheer blouse and blue suit

Fierce: Lily Aldridge and Andreja Pejic looked sultry in black gowns

Fierce: Lily Aldridge and Andreja Pejic looked sultry in black gowns

'I had a horrible perm, chubby baby cheeks and frosted pink lipstick; I do not know how Peter Lindbergh and Herb Ritts saw through that,' she said in an interview with Red magazine.

She added, on the birth of the legendary notion of the supermodel in the 1990s: 'I came into the business as the big explosion happened.'

Other models to attend Thursday's event included Sara Sampaio and Toni Garrn.

Leggy: Model Cora Emmanuel was also spotted in a slit-to-the-thigh gown
Leggy: Model Cora Emmanuel was also spotted in a slit-to-the-thigh gown

Leggy: Model Cora Emmanuel was also spotted in a slit-to-the-thigh gown

Prints: Arlenis Sosa, left, Sofia Coppola, middle, and Lindsey Wixson, right, also sported patterned pieces
Prints: Arlenis Sosa, left, Sofia Coppola, middle, and Lindsey Wixson, right, also sported patterned pieces
Prints: Arlenis Sosa, left, Sofia Coppola, middle, and Lindsey Wixson, right, also sported patterned pieces

Prints: Arlenis Sosa, left, Sofia Coppola, middle, and Lindsey Wixson, right, also sported patterned pieces

Hollywood hunk: Alex Pettyfer was also seen taking to the stage

Hollywood hunk: Alex Pettyfer was also seen taking to the stage

On the stage: Tony Goldwyn of Scandal also spoke onstage during the awards ceremony

On the stage: Tony Goldwyn of Scandal also spoke onstage during the awards ceremony

Big hand: Lily lead a round of applause while speaking from the stage

Big hand: Lily lead a round of applause while speaking from the stage

VIP: Gigi was seen sitting front row with Katie and Laverne

VIP: Gigi was seen sitting front row with Katie and Laverne

Good seats: Katie and Laverne had front row seats for the event

Good seats: Katie and Laverne had front row seats for the event

Model looks: Gigi had her model looks on display throughout the event

Model looks: Gigi had her model looks on display throughout the event

Stormy weather: The model kept dry under an umbrella while outdoors

Stormy weather: The model kept dry under an umbrella while outdoors

Headed out: Lily was spotted leaving the event in her revealing black gown
Headed out: Lily was spotted leaving the event in her revealing black gown

Headed out: Lily was spotted leaving the event in her revealing black gown

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