Photo Credit: Associated Press/David Warren
On Saturday, June 22, 2024, Hamptons Tastemaker Vanessa Gordon and Award-Winning Entertainer Deborah Cox hosted the 5th Annual Hamptons Interactive Brunch. The event was well attended, welcoming a sold-out gathering of 300 to a gorgeous private estate in Water Mill, NY.
The event benefited the charity Francesco’s Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to promote hope and prevent teen suicide.
Notable attendees included Deborah Cox, Vanessa Gordon, Sid Rosenberg, Jennifer Dilandro, Jeff Perla, Joanne Spataro, Jean Shafiroff, Diana Cochran, Jennifer Allsop, NY State Assemblywoman Rebecca Seawright, Suffolk County Legislator Catherine L. Stark, Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe, Daiyanna Muhammad, Tijana Ibrahimovic, Author of the beloved Angelina Ballerina series Katharine Holabird, Ashleigh McPherson, Pietro Simone, Marc Bouwer, Dr. Howard Sobel, Paul Margolin, Sara Shala, Janel Tanna, Maison Junior, Silas Gil, Iliana Guibert, Nancy Ganz, Barbara Kugler, Olga Ferrara, Gabrielle Vigorito, Catherine Vigorito, and Meredith O’Connor.
Upon arrival VIP guests received a complimentary gift bag by Cleansing Concepts, which included Otella cooling spray, a 3D Lab marketing tool, and a redeemable complimentary detox foot bath.
Guests savored gourmet passed hors d’oeuvres from Tullulah’s including Tuna Crudo, Mini Lobster Rolls, Mini Assorted Quiches, and Black Truffle Vol-au-vent. Akeem Hunter of The Cocktail Collective crafted two signature cocktails exclusively for the event, in partnership with Great Jones Distillery and LALO Spirits: Lemon Maple Bourbon Smash and a Watermelon Basil Margarita. Additional beverages served included Deborah Cox’s own Kazaisu rosé wine, Aphrodise Sparkling Rosé, Juliette Liqueur, local favorite Talkhouse Encore, TÖST, and refreshing cocktails by Chinola.
The Vintage Gatherings created a stunning and cozy lounge space poolside under the pergolas while guests admired the live painting as showcased by KHS Gallery.
The Sushi Class served a variety of signature sushi rolls onsite, gifted each guest with a tote bag and surprise gifts, and hosted an intimate sushi class for select attendees. A grazing board by Style and Graze NY was also served as a pairing for the wines. For dessert, guests enjoyed a variety of cookies by Levain Bakery and ice cream by Cream & Sugar. Cream & Sugar created a signature menu exclusively for the 5th Annual Hamptons Interactive Brunch, with flavors including Honey and Lavender, Vanilla with Rainbow Sprinkles, and Salted Caramel.
Inside the estate, guests enjoyed tarot card readings by Celebrity Astrologer Alisha Sharma, B12 shots provided by NuHydration, chair massages by Mobile MLD & Massage Therapy, and IV Hydration by IV Drips Hamptons. In addition, skincare expert Pietro Simone showcased his signature treatments including Endospheres and his own Signature Exosomes Facial. Joanne Spataro, the founder of Dawlcakes, celebrated the launch of their customizable collection with a Deborah Cox-themed Dawlcake and other delicious cakes and treats for guests.
Montauk Ice kept everyone cool with cold towels, and displayed ice designs featuring the logos of Francesco’s Foundation and the Hamptons Interactive Brunch.
There was also a specially curated 360 photo booth exclusively for the 5th Annual Hamptons Interactive Brunch by Visions by Angel and a floral photobooth by JMC Photobooths.
Guests were treated to a special performance by Cuban American Latin Pop Singer Sasha Prendes, violinist James Teal, and a DJ by AMP Entertainment.
Decco/Party Up Productions was at the helm of full production, design, fabrication and event rentals for the 5th Annual Brunch event.
The sold-out event also had a silent auction and live auction with proceeds benefiting Francesco’s Foundation. Auction items included the Ultimate Glam Package from Humble & Vain, a Virgin Voyager Cruise, a 3 Month Bespoke Reserve travel concierge service by Lavon Private Luxury, a 30-minute Virtual Private Medium Reading with Alaine Portner, a stay at Round Hill Hotel and Villas in Jamaica, and a variety of art pieces by Sergey Kir.
Guests also shopped at designer trunk shows including Alexis Isabel, Human Design Hawaii, Shop Alexandra Madison, Ciardi Collection, and LWA Luxury Hampton. In addition, attendees experienced a curated gifting suite including brands such as Stella Bella Beauti, EVER Cleanical Skincare, and Wildly Salted.
Vanessa Gordon was styled in YVON by Hillary Jean of LWA Luxury Hampton and partnered with RingMyBelle exclusively for the 5th Annual Hamptons Interactive Brunch. LWA Luxury Hampton Boutique, one of the event’s sponsors, is anticipated to open in Montauk in summer 2025.
Loaded gift bags, with a retail value of over $2,500 included products by Casa Officialé by Deborah Kugler, Pietro Simone Skincare, Long Beach Island Candle Co., Dylan’s Candy Bar, Dragon Hemp, Lunalis Cosmetics, Mad Hippie, Dr. Sobel, My Mood Bars, MALIN+GOETZ, Cob Foods, Revitin, Talkhouse Encore, AWWA Period Care, Camille Rose, TabUp, and more. Inside were also class cards for Barry’s, Fierce Grace NYC, and Hamptons Wellness on Wheels. Calissa also gifted $50 Sunday brunch gift certificates to each guest. Mad Hippie graciously donated the canvas tote bags as the VIP gift bags.
