Kirsten Gillibrand and Vogue's Anna Wintour (Photo: Getty)

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand might be a rising star in Washington D.C., but that doesn't mean she can't take a moment to enjoy herself at New York City's Fashion Week. Indeed, she was spotted by Women's Wear Daily in the front row of a Carolina Herrera show yesterday morning.

“I love Carolina’s history in terms of dressing First Ladies, being part of our culture over the last several decades,” Gillibrand said to the publication. “I think it’s important to come show my support for her specifically, and I personally really admire her designs. They’re ones that I can definitely wear.”

Ms. Gillibrand came as a guest of Vogue's editor-in-chief Anna Wintour. Vogue notably gave Ms. Gillibrand fashion credentials in 2010 when she was glowingly profiled and stylishly photographed wearing Michael Kors pieces.

Ms. Gillibrand's outfit yesterday was by yet another elite designer, Elie Tahari.

Diane von Fürstenberg, Mayor Bloomberg and Congresswoman Maloney pose for a photo. (Photo: Facebook)

Earlier this afternoon, Mayor Michael Bloomberg, fashion designer Diane von Fürstenberg and others held a press conference to cheer the economic benefits of New York City's fashion industry and programs the city is implementing to grow this success.

"Today, I'm pleased to announce that, based on new data from the City's Economic Development Corporation, Fashion Week's two events this year will produce a record economic impact of $865 million dollars," Mr. Bloomberg proudly stated.

Mr. Bloomberg went on to wax poetic about the significance of the fashion industry in New York.

"This semi-annual event really is an incredible time of the year for New York City. It's great for our economy and it's great for New Yorkers to understand we are the fashion capital of the world."

Lest anyone think another city might deserve that honor, Mr. Bloomberg made sure to note New York has "double the number of fashion companies [than] in Par-ee."

Mayor Bloomberg also described the loan programs and initiatives his administration is implementing to promote the couture in New York, including the city's Fashion Incubator program that provides space for aspiring designers.

Ms. von Fürstenberg praised the mayor for his efforts.

"New Yorkers are very lucky to have Mayor Bloomberg as mayor, and the fashion industry is particularly lucky to have him. He has been so supportive of our industry," she extolled.

She also had kind words for his handsome looks.

Watch the press conference below:

Diane von Fürstenberg speaks at Mayor Bloomberg's press event.

Fashion legend Diane von Fürstenberg attended Mayor Michael Bloomberg's press event celebrating New York's fashion industry and the initiatives his administration has taken to promote couture. Of course, The Politicker, always ready to tackle the tough questions, asked Ms. von Fürstenberg if she had any fashion tips for Mr. Bloomberg.

"He's so hot, he doesn't need any," she responded as Mr. Bloomberg did a huge eye-roll.

The Mayor then pointed to his tie. "Thank you, my new tie was a gift."

Mr. Bloomberg, it should be noted, has not been spending what we can only assume to be his fairly large fashion budget on shoes.

Ms. von Fürstenberg's isn't alone in her praise for Mr. Bloomberg's good looks. Even pop star Lady Gaga was unable to resist the mayor's charms on New Year's Eve and, last month, Councilman Jimmy Van Bramer called him "dashingly handsome."

"Coming from a gay man, that is a big compliment," Mr. Van Bramer made sure to add.