Maeve Townsend and David McKean: Married March 21st at the Woman’s National Democratic Club. Maeve is a graddaughter of Robert F. Kennedy who not only joined the Peace Corps straight after college, but moved to Mozambique. She is the kind of girl that wears sparkly sneakers under an elegant Italian-designed silk organza wedding gown. More »
The Coffee Cuff. A cool idea, this fashion wrist cuff is also a coffee sleeve made of reclaimed black walnut veneer, but at $65 it’s a hefty sum to spend on something that they hand out free at Starbucks. Still, this would be a fun gift to give that coffee/fashionista friend of yours.
Apparently Valentino was too cool for 1Oak’s self-promoted “gay-night”. Maybe keep your fingers crossed for B Bar tonight, boys. [NY Post]
Just about the only thing the government is willing to give us for free: nicotine patches. Starting tomorrow, when the federal tax on cigarettes jumps 62 cents overnight. [Gothamist]
Feeling guilty about not hitting the gym? According to this, it’s only going to make you fatter anyways. So order that pizza and relax. You’re basically screwed no matter what you do. [Cityfile]
The man charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated - while driving a motorized bar stool after consuming 15 beers - is just lucky to be alive. And that the cops didn’t get him on not wearing his seat-belt and a helmet? [NY Daily News]
And another one bites the dust. Say goodbye to Facebook’s CEO Gideon Yu. After raising nearly $500 million for the company, there is no clear reason on why Yu is departing. Is this a sign of IPO? [CNet]
[Robbie Richards, Ginette Lospinoso, Margaret Russell] The leading lights of the design world descended on Christie’s Rockefeller Center galleries Monday evening for a cocktail party and auction preview co-hosted by Christie’s and ELLE DECOR. Guests browsed through galleries highlighted by paint colors by event co-sponsor Ralph Lauren Paint and admired furniture, fine art, and decorative objects to be featured in the auction house’s two-day Interiors sale on April 1 & 2. More »
This week’s Fame Game Featured “Mover and Shaker” is Cameron Silver, the vintage clothing designer and society-personality about town who rose 3.5% in this week’s “SOCIETY + PHILANTHROPY” category, rising above the glamorous Anne Slater. Cameron is a former cabaret singer who got his start in LA when he opened up the vintage boutique Decades on Melrose. Since then, he has expanded his fashion powerhouse to NYC and London and has made a reputation for being the source for glamorous vintage couture fashion. More »
Our Events Calendar has a whole new look! Check it out! The changes are not all just on the aesthetic front, You can now submit your very own event for our calendar! Once you fill in the required fields, our GofG staff will review your event and add it to the calendar for all of our readers to see. Please include your email if you are interested in GofG covering your event with one of our fabulous photogs.
[Matt Blank, Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Robert Greenblatt. All pictures by ZACH HYMAN for PMc] The cast of Showtime’sThe Tudors joined up with Gourmet Magazine in the Conde Nast building last night to indulge in some medieval partying that was up to royal standards. More story and photos below… More »
[Diane von Furstenberg with husband Bary Diller. Photos by JOE SCHILDHORN for PMc]
Last night, the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) hosted a “Forces for Nature Benefit” at 583 Park Avenue. NRDC is the nation’s most effective environmental action group combining the grassroots power of 1.2 million members and online activists with courtroom clout and expertise of more than 350 lawyers, scientists and other professionals. Guests last night included John Adams, Daniel Tishman, Frances Beinecke, Graydon Carter, Tom Freston, Alec Baldwin, Anna Scott Carter, Diane von Furstenberg, Barry Diller, Paul McCartney, Sig Hansen, Alasdhair Willis, Stella McCartney, Justine Koons, Jeff Koons and more…..
Skype for iPhone is really here and now you can download the VoIP app for yourself. But, how does it measure up? Better than actual 3G calling over AT&T’s network! [Gizmodo]
April Fools day is almost here. What will Google’s Gag be this year? They have done everything from implementing a toilet Internet service provider to a pagerank system based on pigeons in the past. Take a look through the full list of Pranks here [Silicon Alley Insider]
Where: NESPRESSO Boutique Bar, 92 Prince Street (at Mercer Street), New York, NY (map)
Admission: Ticketed Event
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The New Yorker’s perenially popular Passport to the Arts event, back for a fifth year, includes a fantastic self-guided tour of leading Chelsea and SoHo galleries, a limited-edition art passport, a cocktail afterparty at Hudson Studios, and a silent auction of works by emerging and established artists, with proceeds to benefit Friends of the High Line.
A new line of clothing, Tom Christopher, a well known artist in NYC, who just teamed up with the eco friendly sustainable company Threads for Thought to launch a line a T-shirts a Macy's and Urban Outfitters.
Where: The Boucarou Lounge, 64 East 1st Street, New York, NY 10003 (map)
Admission: Ticketed Event
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A beautiful spa event, hosted by Geralyn Lucas, author of Why I Wore to my Mastectomy. Slip into comfortable robes and soft slippers, and embark on a luxurious experience benefiting the cure for breast cancer. Receive top of the line spa treatments (including massage, facials, body treatments, manicures and pedicures), have your makeup done by exclusive MAC artists, and have your hair styled by world renowned hair stylist, Sally Hershberger. The most soothing and beautiful way for women to help other women.
Event: Vanier Spa Party, November 7th, 3-10 pm. **RED CARPET 3-4 PM**
686 Lexington Ave. at 57th Street (2nd Floor)
"Spa For The Cure" Treatment Event: Hosted by Nick Brown from the 'Real World' and Sarah Hartshrone from 'America's Next Top Model'. Special appearance from Anthony Stallone (Celebrity Boxer, former WWE) who will be fighting the evening before in Springfield, MA with Rodney King and Jose Conseco.
Special guest speaker: Samantha Daniels (Author, TV Host and Celebrity Match Maker) will be speaking on dating with a Q&A.
Other Special CONFIRMED Celebrities to appear are: Vinny Parco from the Soparnos, Natasha Komis- Musician/Reality Star, To Be a Star cast: Angelina, Miram, Mercedes and Mary Jane , Extra Large-Hip Hop artist EMI, Be Orginal- Hip Hop Artist, Missy Hyatt- World Wrestling Champion, Eriam sisters from America's Got Talent, and Lifetime TV movie author of "Why I wore Red lipstick to my Mastectomy" Geralyn Lucas,
Arrive at 3 pm for a warm welcome, slip into comfortable robes and soft slippers, and embark on a luxurious experience benefiting the cure for breast cancer. Receive top of the line spa treatments (including massage, facials, body treatments, manicures and pedicures), have your makeup done by exclusive MAC artists, and have your hair styled by world renowned, Sally Hershberger and Riccardo Maggiore stylists of New York City salons Enjoy:
* Decadent catering and fabulous treats
* Live beauty blogging in our Dell-sponsored computer lounge by top blogging sites reaching +1million readers
* Exclusive tables and product boutiques, where all purchase proceeds will go directly to the charity. Enjoy a Think Pink Boutique from jewelry designers Stella & Dot, with top NYC designers making exclusive clothing to be donated to this event that is not sold anywhere else
*RF Runway Show and After Party: After you have been sufficiently pampered and spoiled, get ready for the after party at 8:30! Dress to impress (cocktail to formal attire preferable), and enjoy...
* A Breast Cancer Research Foundation fashion show! Watch real breast cancer survivors and fighters model BCA related apparel, accessories and fabulous beauty looks!
* A Fight Fashionable Auction: Enjoy bidding on all of the breast cancer fashion, jewels and products used and seen on the runway. All of the proceeds will go directly to the charity
* Enjoy live music and an open bar!
* Fabulous gift bags from our Breast Cancer Awareness sponsors
For tickets and further information please visit: http://www.vanierspa.eventbrite.com
Where: Invite Only, Invite Only , New York, NY (map)
Admission: Invite Only
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Join Honorary Angel Christie Brinkley and her daughter Sailor for the launch of Tea Party Angels, a fundraising program that asks mothers and daughters to host tea parties in order to raise money for girls in need around the world and to teach girls here about social responsibility. The event at Doubles from 4:00 - 6:00 PM will be a fun-filled tea party with tea-shirt making, face painting and more.
Where: Junc Gallery, 4017 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA (map)
Admission: Open
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We’re turning 5 and we’ve asked our family of incredible artists & Junc Gallery to help us celebrate!
Blood is the New Black & Junc Gallery Present:
Blood is the New Black: 5 Year Anniversary Exhibition
November 7 - December 14, 2009
Opening Reception and Party Saturday November 7, 7-11 pm
4017 Sunset Blvd
Silverlake, CA 90029
http://www.bloodisthenewblack.com
http://www.juncgallery.com
Featuring new work by:
Skinner, Skye Parrott, Keaton Henson, Demonbabies, Porous Walker, Andrea Shear, Jesse Spears, Bryan Ray Turcotte, Brendan Donnelly, Sumi Ink Club, Patrick Jilbert, Sterling Bartlett, Michael Sieben, Jeff P, Dan Monick, Mel Kadel, Travis Millard, Scott Barry, Pete and Jo, Josh Slater, Jason Fischer, Hannah Stouffer, Dylan Haley, & more!
Be sure to check out the Blood is the New Black pop up store opening night with shirts, prints, zines and more!
Beer courtesy of Nakhon Beer and cupcakes from Lemonade (yum!)
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to support the artists we love for the last five years!
We hope we can do even more for our friends in the next five years.
xo
Blood is the New Black
http://www.bloodisthenewblack.com
http://www.twitter.com/bloodyblack
http://www.myspace.com/bloodisthenewblack
http://www.facebook.com/bloodisthenewblack
Honey is a lounge / resturant catering to the locals, foodies and night owls. With exposed brick, warm mahogany paneling, chocolate brown leather banquettes and a 25 foot amber backlit bar, this 3,000 square foot venue is the neighborhood sweet spot!
New York's Hottest Hangout In The Meat Packing District:
HONEY
243 W 14th Street
Between 7th & 8th Ave
http://www.honeyny.com
Honey's 5-5-5 Happy Hour
$5 Mixed Drinks, Draft Beers, Bottled Beers, Cocktails and Wines
5pm - 9pm EVERY DAY
NO COVER ALL NIGHT
Music By Rotating DJ's Spinning Top 40's, Mashups, Hip Hop
Free Bottle of Champagne For Groups of 20 or More
PRIVATE ROOM AVAILABLE FOR PARTIES
Perfect For Birthday Parties / Large Groups & Dinner Parties
Have Dinner at Honey and Receive A VIP Table & Admission To The Club
(Subject To Availability)
PLEASE ASK FOR RANDOLPH AT THE DOOR WHEN YOU ARRIVE
21 & Over - Proper ID Is Required
To RSVP / Book Your Birthday Party / Large Group or Dinner Reservation
INFO@HONEYNY.COM or call (212) 620-0222
comment on image in NYC Opera Theater Debut Red Carpet gallery:
"Tinsley who do you think you are? Camera crews following you around. I bet the whole opera audience was clueless as to who you are. Im glad GofG shows how things really are and doesn't just post..."
[Maeve Townsend and David McKean. Photos by Andrew Councill for NYTimes]
Did you miss all of the photos from the “Dressed to Kilt” event last night? Check out our galleries and TAG the people you recognize!
The Coffee Cuff. A cool idea, this fashion wrist cuff is also a coffee sleeve made of reclaimed black walnut veneer, but at $65 it’s a hefty sum to spend on something that they hand out free at Starbucks. Still, this would be a fun gift to give that coffee/fashionista friend of yours.
[Robbie Richards, Ginette Lospinoso, Margaret Russell] The leading lights of the design world descended on Christie’s Rockefeller Center galleries Monday evening for a cocktail party and auction preview co-hosted by Christie’s and ELLE DECOR. Guests browsed through galleries highlighted by paint colors by event co-sponsor Ralph Lauren Paint and admired furniture, fine art, and decorative objects to be featured in the auction house’s two-day Interiors sale on April 1 & 2. More »
This week’s Fame Game Featured “Mover and Shaker” is Cameron Silver, the vintage clothing designer and society-personality about town who rose 3.5% in this week’s “SOCIETY + PHILANTHROPY” category, rising above the glamorous Anne Slater. Cameron is a former cabaret singer who got his start in LA when he opened up the vintage boutique Decades on Melrose. Since then, he has expanded his fashion powerhouse to NYC and London and has made a reputation for being the source for glamorous vintage couture fashion. More »
Our Events Calendar has a whole new look! Check it out! The changes are not all just on the aesthetic front, You can now submit your very own event for our calendar! Once you fill in the required fields, our GofG staff will review your event and add it to the calendar for all of our readers to see. Please include your email if you are interested in GofG covering your event with one of our fabulous photogs.
[Matt Blank, Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Robert Greenblatt. All pictures by ZACH HYMAN for PMc] The cast of Showtime’s The Tudors joined up with Gourmet Magazine in the Conde Nast building last night to indulge in some medieval partying that was up to royal standards. More story and photos below… More »
[Diane von Furstenberg with husband Bary Diller. Photos by JOE SCHILDHORN for PMc]
