Vanessa Getty

John Carrabino, actress Maria Bello and event co-chairwoman Vanessa Getty at the Chanel re-opening

Photos by Catherine Bigelow

There are store openings. Then there are Chanel boutique openings. And over on Maiden Lane recently, it was wall-to-wall fabulousness at the re-opening of Chanel.

If we actually could have seen those walls (or the shelves, stairs and vitrines) amid the crush of well-dressed revelers, we’re sure they’re smashing. The boutique’s up-do was created by architect-designer Peter Marino who handles the signature looks of Chanel boutiques worldwide.

Seated Santos figure at the SF Obsolete Gallery

Photos by Catherine Bigelow

Ain’t nuthin’ “obsolete” about the hip, hot new home design gallery Obsolete which opened last night on Portrero Hill with a Commotion of cocktail party.

Dinner Tent decor at the Mid-Winter Gala

Photos by Catherine Bigelow

There was 15 minutes of fame (and fond reminiscences) for the Old Economy on Saturday out at the de Young Museum during the Mid-Winter Gala.

Billy and Vanessa Getty with "Spencer"

Photos by Catherine Bigelow

Boucheron honors Vanessa Getty and baubles benefit the SF-Bay Area Humane Friends