Samantha Cameron wears eye-catching Peter Pilotto skirt at the opening of Smythson's first New York store (and even holds hands with Melanie Griffith)

  • Samantha Cameron attended the launch for its first store in the US
  • The prime minister's wife wore a black blouse and Peter Pilotto skirt
  •  Mrs Cameron is a part-time consultant for the luxury leather firm

By Phoebe Jackson-edwards For Mailonline

Published: 14:30 EST, 15 March 2016 | Updated: 15:04 EST, 15 March 2016

Samantha Cameron brought a touch of British boho style to a glamorous New York yesterday.

The Prime Minister's wife, 44, showcased a psychedelic-print Peter Pilotto skirt at the opening of Smythons first store on Madison Avenue.

The mother, who is a part-time consultant for the luxury leather goods brand, cosied up to A-list guests including Emily Mortimer - and even clutched Melanie Griffith's hand in a rare display of affection.

Samantha Cameron chose to make a splash over the pond in a psychedelic-print skirt at the New York opening for Smythsons, pictured with English actress Emily Mortimer

Samantha Cameron chose to make a splash over the pond in a psychedelic-print skirt at the New York opening for Smythsons, pictured with English actress Emily Mortimer

Melanie Griffiths held hands with the prime minister's wife at the launch and smiled for the cameras

Melanie Griffiths held hands with the prime minister's wife at the launch and smiled for the cameras

Ever stylish, Mrs Cameron paired her statement skirt with an oversized blouse in black to play-down the bright purples and greens of her skirt.

A simple pendant necklace and a black waist cinching belt was all she needed to complete the outfit at the opening

Actress Emily, who divides her time between the UK and US, supported her fellow countrywoman at the bash.

The 44-year-old actress wore a semi-sheer top with a full fifties-style skirt, finished with a delicate white bag with a silver chain. 

She and Samantha showcased their matching hairstyles as they smiled for pictures.

And Melanie Griffith, 58, also came to bring some Hollywood star power to the event in a high-necked, long-sleeved black tunic with black tights and shoes.

She swept her blonde hair into a messy up do and accessorised with a two-tone clutch on a chain.

Tracey Griffith, Melanie's half-sister, left, pictured with Mrs Cameron and Melanie Griffith in an all-black ensemble

Tracey Griffith, Melanie's half-sister, left, pictured with Mrs Cameron and Melanie Griffith in an all-black ensemble

Mrs Cameron chose natural makeup and a sleek blowdry, pictured with W magazine editor Stefano Tonchi

Mrs Cameron chose natural makeup and a sleek blowdry, pictured with W magazine editor Stefano Tonchi

She and Sam Cam seemed to get on so well, the pair ended up holding hands as the posed for the camera. 

British references were everywhere in the stores' launch including a British bulldog in a top hat and tails named Winston Churchill, who was an honorary guest at the bash.

Mrs Cameron's support for the new branch was unsurprising as she held the role of creative director of the luxury stationery and accessories brand until her husband was elected in 2010.

Although she stepped down from the position, she is still on the payroll as a part-time consultant. 

Mrs Cameron paired her statement skirt with an oversize blouse in black to play-down the bright purples and greens of her skirt, pictured with architect Tom Bartlett, second left

Mrs Cameron paired her statement skirt with an oversize blouse in black to play-down the bright purples and greens of her skirt, pictured with architect Tom Bartlett, second left

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