With a special tribute to Richard Roundtree and the 1971 film Shaft, stunning performances, and a historic auction sale.
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On the evening of October 24th, Cipriani South Street hosted the highly anticipated WWD 2023 Honors, a dazzling event that brought together the titans of fashion and entertainment. It was more than just a night of glitz and glamour; it was a reminder of the industry’s profound impact and the individuals who make it all possible.
The venue, nestled by the Staten Island Ferry with a breathtaking view of the New York Harbor, set the stage for an unforgettable evening. Attendees arrived in style, embracing the night’s theme that seemed to revolve around Dior. The unmistakable presence of Dior bags and insignia paid homage to Maria Grazia Chiuri’s influence, a designer who has brought a unique touch to the fashion house. Grazia Chiuri has broken a long-standing tradition by being the first woman to helm the Dior women’s line, succeeding a line of male creative directors.
The annual WWD Honors Gala is a celebration of trailblazers who have left a mark on the fashion industry over the past year. WWD recognized outstanding designers, fashion brands, beauty houses, and retail companies for their contribution to the space. Notable guests included Madelyn Cline, Thomas Doherty (Wearing B57 Dior by Kim Jones shoes), Christopher Briney, Lola Tung, Kathryn Newton, Myah’la Herrold, Melissa Roxburgh, Carolina Herrera, Wes Gordon, and others.
One luminary of the evening, Dries Van Noten, arrived to accept an award, dressed in his own creations, confidently stating, “I’m wearing me.” Notably, some designers chose to step away from the Dior camp, such as honoree Jaques Agbobly, a talented designer from Togo & Ghana. Agbobly sported a jacket from his Agbobly line and a striking Neon Telfar bag, exuding the vibrant spirit of Black fashion. His braided hairstyle, skillfully done by Hairstylist Helena from Slayed In Braids, perfectly complemented the look, reflecting a harmony of colors and a shared appreciation for cultural aesthetics.
Jacques Agbobly
Among the distinguished guests, Jennifer Lawrence graced the event in a Dior Spring 2024 black wool dress, presenting the John B. Fairchild Honor for Lifetime Achievement Award to Dior Creative Director Maria Grazia Chiuri. This honor recognized Grazia’s illustrious career, solidifying her status alongside fashion icons like Tommy Hilfiger.
We asked honoree Gucci Westman, Co-Founder & CEO of Westman Atelier, who accepted the Best Performing Beauty Company, Small-Cap Award what advice she would give her younger self, Gucci responded, “Be brave, stretch yourself, be grateful, and soak it all in.” In a similar vein, Thomas Doherty conveyed the essence of the event, saying, “It’s fashion; it’s always chic; it’s great; enjoy.”
On August 15, Lincoln reminded us of the importance of finding the time to unwind and recharge your batteries.
A luxurious day was spent at the New York City chic landmark, Casa Cipriani. The hosted day was about discovering a grounded moment full of reflection, delicious food and drink, and community values that are synonymous with the tantamount qualities of one of the world’s most spectacular vehicles.
Grounding life and finding the beauty of the day was a theme expressed at the splendid soiree that began with yoga followed by a delectable meal. Overseeing the grand view of the Brooklyn Bridge and Statue of liberty, invited guests enjoyed the curated offerings that were showcased in tribute to Lincoln’s new partnership with the hotel and private members club. Bringing together an eclectic sense of community values was a divine way to share life’s simple pleasures.
La Dolce Vita was a perfect vibe for the simply lovely way Lincoln makes you feel euphoric every moment of the day. Beyond just a national holiday, the company passionately curates blissful joy for the consumer. Whether they are taking advantage of an in-house program of driver experiences while visiting New York City and staying at Casa Cipriani or they are making the most of life from home, there is truly nothing better on the market than the highlights of the Lincoln portfolio. This is about creating a perfect sanctuary for the vehicle owner. Life in the fast lane can also be a pleasant journey.
Wellbeing and happiness are the core of the Lincoln brand philosophy. As expressed through its products and experiences, they deeply are committed to making consumers love their environment. Lincoln designers and engineers have worked with diligence to craft vehicles that can positively contribute to overall comfort.
“The space that surrounds you has an immense effect on your overall mood, temperament and how you feel,” said Kemal Curic, global design director, Lincoln. “Crafting a space that goes beyond traditional – one that is a serene sanctuary, elevates the senses and impacts the client’s mood daily – shows our job as designers is much more powerful than just designing cars.”
A century of innovation has led to innovative technologies and signature features like 30-Way Perfect Position Seats and Lincoln BlueCruise advanced hands-free driver assist system, and future-forward offerings like Digital Scenting and Lincoln Rejuvenate.
Things that are expected to attract consumer interest include the all-new 2024 Lincoln Nautilus. It is the very first vehicle in the Lincoln lineup that was truly designed from the inside out. From a “me” space to a “we” space, the Nautilus interior offers a flowing space that’s maximized for the ultimate comfort of occupants in every row and enhanced with cutting-edge technology.
Also notable is the Available Auto Air Refresh is a holistic air filtration and active air monitoring system. Using Corsair and Aviator’s cabin particulate and odor filter, Auto Air Refresh helps clean the cabin air by filtering out particles caused by atmospheric dust, tobacco smoke, smog, and some allergens, including pollen. The system can be accessed in the center stack screen, where the particulate matter count inside the cabin can also be viewed. From there, the vehicle will purge the air inside as needed and then filter fresh air in.
And, of course, there is the incredible Lincoln BlueCruise technology adds hands-free highway driving to the portfolio, and is available on the Navigator, Corsair and soon, the all-new Nautilus. In the Corsair, Lincoln BlueCruise 1.2 offers lane-changing, in-lane positioning and predictive speed assist. The new 2023 Corsair is the first vehicle in its segment to offer advanced, hands-free advanced driver assist systems for highway driving allowing drivers to safely take their hands off the wheel while keeping their eyes on the road.
Exciting news down the road is Lincoln Rejuvenate. Revealed in April of this year, and hitting markets in early 2024, the all-new Nautilus introduces Lincoln Rejuvenate. The stationary experience orchestrates specially curated sensory experiences tied to lighting, screen visuals, personal preferences such as seating position and massage options. Lincoln Rejuvenate allows clients to recharge. A symphonic orchestration with crisp, high-resolution animations on the displays creates an immersive digital sanctuary based on different moods and truly brings to life the idea of “vehicle as a third space.”
Here is to creating your own luxurious wellness with Lincoln in your own way. Let the journey begin. For more information, please visit here.
Richie Akiva came into Art Basel full force and claimed Miami with the hottest parties and events, undisputed. The hospitality giant and NY nightlife King, held Basel pop ups starting with Stone Island on November 29th and included celebrity stacked nights at GALA Miami nightclub, Socialista at Cipriani Miami on December 1 and December 3, and even a mega Yacht party on November 30th. There were definitely more, but we lost count.
Akiva marked his rank on Basel 2022, seen out nightly and all around town with an A-List crew.
GALA Miami, the hottest new and exclusive South Beach nightclub by JoJo Lahoud and Marco Garcia, partnered with Akiva for an unmatched weekend of talent endlessly flowing nightly and posted up across all the VIP tables. DJ sets included Jus Ske on Friday night and Stevie J on Saturday, with Ruckus guest popping into the booth . The flow of talent at GALA included Kim Kardashian and Khloe Kardashian, Foodgod, Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott, Hailey Bieber, Serena and Venus Williams, Hassan Whiteside, Griizy, Shay Mitchell, Bella Thorne, Frida Aasen and Tommy Chiabra, Miguel, Cash XO, Floyd Mayweather, Eiza Gonzalez, Hailee Steinfeld, Beau Casper Smart, SAINt JHN, Zack Bia, Gastaad Guy, Yung Taco, Victor Cruz, Eric The Jeweler, Larsa Pippen, Marcus Jordan, Dixie D’Amelio, Patrick Carroll, JR Smith, Alesso, Tobey Maguire, and the list goes on….
If you missed the GALA late night parties, was there even a point to be in Miami last weekend? Perhaps, because Akiva also had just as many VIPs out at Cipriani’s Miami Socialista lounge for his earlier evening sets. On the 1st, Zoe Kravitz celebrated her birthday at the waterfront lounge, partying along side names such as Eiza Gonzalez, Hailee Steinfeld, Jamie Chung, and Hailey Bieber all hanging in their intimate VIP area, as well as Venus and Serena Williams, Adrian Grenier, Phillies’ owner John Powers Middleton, Vincent Laresca, Tobey Maguire, Frida Aasen, Tommy Chiabra, and more. The Socialista party reconvened on Saturday night for a second installment, December 2nd, in which Akiva did a double header.
Stone Island was the kick off of Akiva’s week at the RC Cola Plant on the 29th for the 40th anniversary with a performance by Jamie XX, and the likes of Jared Leto, Miguel, Odell Beckham Jr, Vivi Nevo, Danny A. Abeckaser, James Goldstein, Riccardo Tisci, and Venus Williams, among several other bold faced names, with DJ sets by Tomas Station and Jonny Rock, and many more. The event was co-hosted by Ronnie Madra, Steven Kentucky, Lucciano Grey and Skylar Hauswirth.
His lineup then followed on the 30th with a super VIP party on the VAVA Mega Yacht, for a party we hear went all night following Sean Penn’s Core Response Gala. The guest list of the yacht deserves an award in itself, ranging from A-Listers like Jared Leto to supermodels, athletes, influencers and a slew of notables, and we hear no phones were permitted. Akiva knows how to throw a bash, as we hear guests were greeted with white glove service.
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Photo gallery above from Gala Miami, exclusive images by World Red Eye / Seth Browarnik. Head to World Red Eye for more images from Gala, Stone Island and Socialista.
The raison d’être to greatly honor the entertainment industry in 2021 came forth in New York City last night at the 30th Annual Gotham IFP Awards.