INDEPENDENT WOMAN: Katie Holmes might be best known for her star turns in big studio flicks like “Batman Begins” (not to mention for being married to Tom Cruise), but that didn’t stop the actress from hosting a 30th anniversary bash for the Independent Filmmaker’s Project, sponsored by Swarovski, at the Cooper Square Hotel on Sunday night. “I love all kinds of movies,” said Holmes, who actually has a few indie projects under her belt, including the dark comedy “Pieces of April.” She went with a big gun, though, when it came to her ensemble. “It’s Alexander McQueen,” she said. “I [already] had it, and it was nice and cool for a hot day.”

Presumably, Holmes won’t have to give as much thought to her fashion choices next Monday. The actress said she’ll skip the Costume Institute Gala, adding, “I had a lot of fun last year. It’s a great event.”