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RH Celebrates the Unveiling of RH London, The Gallery in Mayfair
RH Chairman & CEO Gary Friedman with Hayley Atwell, Guy Ritchie, Bella Hunter Friedman, Emma Thynn, Henry Cavill, Theo James and Margot Robbie | Getty Images Tastemakers and influencers from the worlds of film, design, fashion, art, music, hospitality and business gathered to celebrate the unveiling of RH London, The Gallery in Mayfair on Thursday, June 25, 2026. The event was attended by guests including Margot Robbie and Tom Ackerley, Theo James, Henry Cavill, Guy Ritchie,


THE TWO COURTS OF SUMMER
Wimbledon and the US Open—where tennis sets the stage, and everything else is the point. Every summer, two tournaments quietly take over the cultural calendar: the Wimbledon Championships in London, held each year from late June into early July, and the US Open in New York, which arrives at the end of August and carries into early September. On paper, they are simply two of the four Grand Slams. In reality, they operate as two very different social systems—each revealing as


THE NEW LANGUAGE OF ESCAPE
Inside Holiday House Wellington, where immersive interiors redefine the emotional experience of luxury living. HW Interiors | Photographer: Amanda James There is a noticeable shift happening in the world of interiors. For years, luxury design centered around perfection—rooms polished to such precision they felt almost untouchable. Spaces designed to impress rather than invite. Increasingly, however, the most memorable interiors are moving in another direction entirely. Soft


Jean Shafiroff Hosts Southampton History Museum Ahead of Halsey House Gala
Jerry Kremer, Jean Shafiroff, Sarah Kautz Philanthropist, author and television host Jean Shafiroff hosted a private reception at her New York City home in support of the Southampton History Museum and its upcoming Halsey House Gala, where she will be will co-chairing the event with Mary Slattery on July 3rd, 2026. The annual benefit will take place at the Halsey House & Garden, located in Southampton, New York. The gathering brought together friends, supporters and members o


The New York Women’s Foundation Celebrates Leaders Moving the City Forward at the Annual Celebrating Women® Breakfast
The New York Women’s Foundation Ana L. Oliveira with Celebrating Women® Breakfast Honorees - Jeannie Park, Valerie Jarrett, Leah Greenberg, and presenters Abigail Disney and Mary Baglivo (Photo credit: BFA / Madeleine Thomas) The New York Women’s Foundation brought together leaders, advocates, philanthropists and community partners from across New York City for its annual Celebrating Women® Breakfast at the New York Marriott Marquis, on Wednesday, May 13th, 2026. The signatur


The Fairway of Purpose: Inside Swing for a Cause
There is a specific magic that happens on a golf course at 8:00 a.m.—a blend of crisp air and shared anticipation. But for those gathered for Swing for a Cause, the energy carries a weight far more significant than a scorecard. Founded in 2024 by Travis O’Connor, the tournament was born from a desire to turn a passion for sports into a vehicle for service. The heart of the event belongs to the Lamb Foundation of NC, an organization dedicated to supporting individuals with in
The Baker House 1650 and Hamptons Polo House Announce Exclusive Partnership Celebrating Luxury, Heritage, and Summer in the Hamptons
The Baker House 1650, one of East Hampton’s most iconic historic inns, is proud to announce a new partnership with Hamptons Polo House, a premier destination for equestrian lifestyle and luxury events. This collaboration brings together two distinguished brands rooted in elegance, tradition, and the quintessential Hamptons experience. The partnership will offer curated experiences that blend refined hospitality with the excitement of the polo season. Guests of The Baker House


The Berkshires Turn Memorial Day Into a Season-Opening Invitation
Summer at the Mount pc Kara Thornton Get ready to swap the city sirens for birdsong! Whether you're looking for world-class culture, epic outdoor adventures, or the perfect farm-to-table bite, the Berkshires are officially open for summer fun As Memorial Day weekend approaches, 1Berkshire is highlighting the Berkshires as a timely Northeast getaway for early summer travel, welcoming visitors to the rolling hills, cultural landmarks, historic villages and outdoor experiences t


Marina St Barth Celebrates 20 Years of Resort Wear Chic at New Southampton Boutique
Marina Cocher Bergés, Founder of Marina St Barth (Photo Credit: SIPA USA via AP Images / David Warren) Founder Marina Cocher Bergés celebrated Marina St Barth with a gathering that brought the brand’s signature Saint Barthélemy spirit to the Hamptons Marina St Barth, the luxury resort wear brand founded by Marina Cocher Bergés, welcomed guests to its new Southampton boutique over Memorial Day weekend for a celebration marking both the start of the Hamptons summer season and t


Jean Shafiroff and Antonella Bertello of The Baker House 1650 Celebrate Summer Social Hour
Jean Shafiroff, Antonella Bertello (Photo Credit: BFA / David Benthal) Jean Shafiroff and Antonella Bertello, owner of The Baker House 1650, welcomed guests to a Memorial Day weekend Social Summer Hour Soiree at the historic East Hampton inn. Held at The Baker House 1650, 181 Main Street, the gathering marked the unofficial start of the Hamptons summer season with cocktails, conversation and a relaxed garden-party spirit.The afternoon brought together friends, supporters and


NYC Second Chance RescueHonored Ralph Macchio, Rob and Marisol Thomas,and Dr. Tom Walker at 6th Annual Rescue Ball
Rob Thomas, Lisa Blanco, Jennifer Brooks, Ralph Macchio, Georgina Bloomberg, Marisol Thomas, Lisa Rose, Kate McEntee (Image Credit: BFA / Kevin Czopek) NYC Second Chance Rescue hosted its 6th Annual Rescue Ball at The Lighthouse, Chelsea Piers in New York City. The organization’s signature fundraising gala brought together animal advocates, philanthropists, and supporters for an evening dedicated to helping save the lives of dogs and cats in need. This year’s Rescue Ball hono


Design with Purpose: Inside the 2026 Lenox Hill Spring Gala
Image by Annie Watt Agency The 2026 Lenox Hill Spring Gala proved once again that high-end design is at its best when fueled by a philanthropic spirit. As a media sponsor, we were captivated by the sheer scale of imagination on display, where the city’s top visionary designers turned the ballroom into a sprawling gallery of immersive tablescapes. Each setting told a unique story through avant-garde florals and bespoke textures, creating a vibrant atmosphere that celebrated bo


Everything You Need to Know for the 2026 Met Gala
Image by Hannah Jackson If the fashion world had a Super Bowl, Christmas, and a royal wedding all rolled into one, it would be the Met Gala. Every year on the first Monday in May, the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art transform into the most expensive, most exclusive, and most chaotic red carpet on the planet. As we gear up for the 2026 Met Gala, the buzz is already reaching a fever pitch. Whether you’re a seasoned fashionista or just here for the memes, we’ve rounded u


Why Wing Haven’s 2026 Garden Tour is the Ultimate Spring Flex
Image courtesy of Fourth Ward Charlotte If your idea of Uptown Charlotte is just shiny skyscrapers and corporate commutes, you’ve been looking in the wrong direction. On May 16–17, the skyscrapers are taking a backseat to something much more exclusive. For one weekend, the heavy wrought-iron gates of Historic Fourth Ward are swinging open for the Secret Gardens Tour—and it’s the ultimate urban flex. This isn’t your grandmother’s backyard walkabout. This is a high-altitude, br


Join us for an evening of extraordinary design as VIVANT Magazine serves as the exclusive luxury partner to Lenox Hill Neighborhood House, celebrating “Once Upon a Time.”
Invitation designed by Aldous Bertram New York, NY — Lenox Hill Neighborhood House is pleased to announce its 2026 Spring Gala , Once Upon a Dream. The Gala will take place on T hursday, April 30, 2026, at Cipriani 42nd Street, honoring Assembly Member Rebecca A. Seawright, Christopher Spitzmiller, and Wilkinson Global Asset Management . Lindsey Coral Harper and Harry Heissmann will serve as Design Chairs. Renowned as one of New York’s most imaginative and joyful design ev


An Evening in Residence: Gingham & Gable Interior Design at Delamar Greenwich Harbor
Inside an evening with Gingham & Gable at Delamar Greenwich Harbor, exploring timeless interior design, craftsmanship, and coastal elegance in Greenwich.


Holiday House Makes Its Historic Florida Debut in Wellington
Holiday House makes its Florida debut in Wellington, bringing together leading interior designers in a showhouse that blends design, philanthropy, and the art of living beautifully.


The Great Handbag Affair
Palm Beach’s most glamorous act of generosity Palm Beach has long understood that elegance and empathy are not opposing ideas. Few traditions reflect that balance as gracefully as the Old Bags Luncheon, a winter ritual that transforms designer handbags into meaningful support for local families and reminds us that generosity, when done with intention, can be both joyful and impactful. Founded in 1999 by a small group of Palm Beach women supporting the Center for Family Ser


HOLIDAY HOUSE
A LEGACY OF BEAUTY, COURAGE & RENEWAL Image by Bespoke. Builder East End Building. Holiday House returns this season with a resonance that feels especially meaningful. Opening in Palm Beach on March 3, 2026, with its much-anticipated gala and welcoming the public from March 4–May 3rd, the showhouse enters its eighteenth year having become far more than a design destination. What began as Iris Dankner ’ s personal tribute to survival and the restorative power of beauty has gro
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