Ode to the holidays that make us feel creepy, crawly and smile with wicked delight.
New York Restoration Project marked more than two and a half decades of championing transformational open spaces and beautiful community gardens throughout New York City with its 26th annual gala. This year Hulaween and the Seven Deadly Sins took place on October 28 at Cipriani South Street.
Hulaween’s 2022 honorees are NYRP Trustee Samuel M. Ashner, managing Director at Winthrop Capital Partners, Tony Award® winning actress Jane Krakowski, Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15), and Sondra Wenger, Head of Americas Commercial Operator Division, CBRE Investment Management.
“I want to thank you for supporting the restoration project and for doing your part in making our city the greatest and greenest in America,”said Torres during his acceptance speech.
The divine dinner included NYRP Trustee Michael Kors and 2021 Hulaween Honoree Lance Le Pere judging the beloved annual costume contest. Performance artists from the House of Yes appeared as the Seven Deadly Sins Muses to embody the excesses of Pride, Greed, Lust, Envy, Gluttony, Wrath, and Sloth. Emcee for the evening was comedian Kerry Coddett.
The soiree concluded with Ava Max performing her hits live, including the iconic “Sweet But Psycho,” and her new single “Million Dollar Baby.” Special sinful images for Hulaween and the Seven Deadly Sins created by artist Bob Bottle.
Then uptown,author Leesa Rowland hosted her “Royal Halloween Ball” at The Lotos Club in New York City – an affair combining Regal Spendor with a heartfelt tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The light-hearted party was a throwback to the times of Kings, Queens and the Royal Court. Guests wore their best Court inspired costumes while enjoying cocktails, and dancing to live music. The Reception was held in the exquisite Library at The Lotos Club and all around where cut-outs representing leading members of the Royal Family of the United Kingdom along with Guardsmen, the Royal Carriage and, of course, the Queen’s Corgi’s.
NEW YORK, NY – OCTOBER 28: Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg, Leesa Rowland and Larry Wohl attend Leesa Rowland And Larry Wohl’s Royal Halloween Ball Friday at The Lotos Club on October 28, 2022 in New York. (Photo by Michael Ostuni/PMC) *** Local Caption *** Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg;Leesa Rowland;Larry Wohl
Event Décor, Cocktails and dinner were created by Revel Rouge with many personal touches from Leesa Rowland. Fashion Designer Marc Bouwer designed Leesa’s Costume.
The following night, Day of the Dead took a stab at honoring the cherished holiday with the incredible Dos Hombres.
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Gathering at Darling’s rooftop overlooking Central Park, guests enjoyed stunning views as they shared sweet memories of loved ones. Throwing in face painting and the sounds of traditional marachi made the night truly magical.
Dos Hombres specialty mezcal cocktails were epic and enjoyed along with Mexican cuisine. From Aaron Paul & Bryan Cranston, Dos Hombres is a unique blend of the finest Espadin agave, hand-selected from the hillsides of a small village in Oaxaca. The mezcal presents an appealing fragrance and a rich taste that engages the palate, ensuring the distinctive smoothness of our brand. Serve neat in a snifter or extended glass to allow the Mezcal to “awake,” and fully appreciate the flavors and scents of a completely natural experience. Dos Hombres Espadin Mezcal is an open invitation to uncover and delight with the richness arising from the legendary craftsmanship of the best Mezcal Masters in Oaxaca. Because of its smooth flavor, Dos Hombres is enjoyable in any season, with every possible combination.
Happy fall all!
