Billy Corgan and Chloe Mendel Corgan Get Ready for the New York City Ballet Fall Fashion Gala

Billy Corgan and Chloe Mendel Corgan rarely dress in black tie for a night out, but Wednesday’s Fall Fashion Gala at the New York City Ballet was a special occasion: Mendel Corgan’s father, Gilles Mendel, was the designer of this year’s gala performance costumes.  The pair, who are currently expecting their third child, got ready in their House of Gilles looks in a suite at The Mark Hotel. “Billy’s been on tour for most of this year, so we’re really looking forward to a night out, just the two of us, especially with our third child on the way,” Mendel Corgan said of her husband, who fronts The Smashing Pumpkins. “Tonight is extra special because it’s in celebration of my father, Gilles, who designed the costumes for the New York City Ballet Fashion Gala’s world premiere, chaired by Sarah Jessica Parker. Billy often misses key family moments, so having him here with me and the family means the world. And of course, we’ll both be in haute couture from House of Gilles.” Mendel Corgan’s look, a black gown with Empire waist, had been selected to accommodate her pregnancy, while Corgan used the occasion to break out his custom tuxedo from his wedding, which

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