How can major brands uplift communities of color and highlight the diversity of cultures through a one-day event? Well, DIAGEO and its brands partnered up with House of Slay to give us a glimpse into how one can do this.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 20: (L-R) Phillip Lim, Laura Kim, Tina Leung and Ezra J. William, all wearing House of Slay, at the Diageo Day Night Mrkt presented by House of Slay on May 20, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Rob Kim/Getty Images for Diageo)
In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, Diageo and the House of Slay which include designers Prabal Gurung, Phillip Lim, designer and creative director Laura Kim, socialite Tina Leung and restauranteur Ezra J. William (collectively known as the “Slaysians”) came together to create an interactive and lively event titled the Diageo Day Night Mrkt Presented by House of Slay. The event highlighted some of the rich cultures within the AAPI community through showcasing food, fashion, art, and cocktails.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 20: (L-R) Ezra J. William, Laura Kim, Tina Leung and Phillip Lim toast to AAPI Heritage Month at the Diageo Day Night Mrkt presented by House of Slay with Tequila Don Julio, Johnnie Walker, Tanqueray, and Smirnoff Pink Lemonade cocktails on May 20, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Rob Kim/Getty Images for Diageo)
On Friday evening, we had the chance to attend the preview of the event before the official opening on Saturday, May 21st. Pop up shops along with an art gallery greeted us as soon as we stepped into the venue. We also had access to karaoke, a delicious food hall and tasty cocktails throughout the night. The space was overall welcoming and vibrant, and it definitely paid a homage to the AAPI community.
Additionally, we had the amazing opportunity to interview some members of House of Slay: Laura Kim, Tina Leung and Ezra J. William. Please head over to our Instagram @Theknockturnal to watch that intimate sit-down.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 20: House of Slay members Phillip Lim, Tina Leung, Laura Kim and Ezra J. William visit the Good Times Karoke Bar by Smirnoff Pink Lemonade during the Diageo Day Night Mrkt presented by House of Slay on May 20, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Rob Kim/Getty Images for Diageo)
