On Thursday afternoon, the New York Public Library held its annual Library Lunch at Celeste Bartos Forum. Alyssa Shelasky and Zibby Owens Photo by Darian DiCianno/BFATory Burch Photo by Darian DiCianno/BFAMahnaz Bartos, Tanya Haider, and Marina Fareed Photo by Darian DiCianno/BFAGillian Miniter Photo by Darian DiCianno/BFAClaudia and Abby Milstein Photo by Darian DiCianno/BFA Later that night, the Youth America Grand Prix celebrated its 25th Anniversary Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow gala at Lincoln Center. Carolina Herrera Photo by BFAColby and Tico Mugrabi Photo by BFAFreya Drohan ..read more

Prince Harry was victorious on the polo field last weekend during the Royal Salute Polo Challenge, but the Duke of Sussex may have had an advantage over the other teams in the round-robin charity match benefitting Sentebale, the organization he founded to support children in Lesotho and Botswana. Prince Harry’s team included the English player Malcolm Borwick and even more importantly, 10-goaler Adolfo Cambiaso, who could have been the secret to their team’s win.   “Playing with Adolfo Cambioso, that’s like going out and playing 18 holes with Tiger Woods. It’s an absolute privilege to do ..read more

On Friday night, Save Venice held its annual black tie extravaganza, Un Ballo in Maschera, at the Plaza Hotel. The sold-out event raised more than $1.2 million for the preservation of historic art and architecture in Venice, Italy This year’s theme — “La Primavera,” which means “spring” in Italian — was elaborately brought to life by Bronson van Wyck. Guests met his energy, donning some truly showstopping frocks. There’s a reason this is the biggest party of the season. Scroll below to see some of the night’s best looks. Bronson van Wyck Photo by BFATina Leung Photo by BFAIvy Getty, Emily Rata ..read more

On Thursday, the 2024 Center Dinner was held at Cipriani Wall Street. Jan Sport, Jason Wu, and Nymphia Wind Photo by Matteo Prandoni/BFARichie Shazam Photo by Matteo Prandoni/BFAJordan Millington and Susanne Bartsch Photo by Matteo Prandoni/BFABrittney Mack Photo by Matteo Prandoni/BFA Meanwhile, Dior, The Cinema Society, and Oscilloscope Laboratories hosted the premiere of Wildcat at the Angelika. An afterparty was held at Bar Tulix. Laura Linney and Maya Hawke Photo by David Benthal/BFAEthan and Ryan Hawke Photo by David Benthal/BFAKaia Gerber and Will Harrison Photo by David Benthal/BFAJenn ..read more

The Upper East Side has a new condominium crown jewel that has the neighborhood buzzing. Welcome to The 74 at 201 East 74th – a white terracotta Art Deco-inspired masterpiece designed by Pelli Clarke & Partners. Far from yet another glass tower, the interiors are by AD 100 interior designer Rafael de Cardenas and include simplexes, a duplex penthouse with lots of outdoor space and a townhouse. None of the building’s 32-stories exceed three residences per floor. The interiors are sculptural, clean, crisp, and airy with floor-to-ceiling windows, many with stunning Central Park views. Details ..read more

Last year, Armenian born artist Ruben Baghdasaryan was diagnosed with a seizure disorder. “The news came as a shock,” he says. As he embarked on a difficult year of treatments and diligent care, he sought solace not only in his work, but in one specific color. “The color blue to me symbolizes mystery and solitude, [it became] a soothing balm for my soul during a period of uncertainty and introspection,” he says. “I realized that my art was a testament to the healing power of human connection—a gentle reminder that love is the ultimate remedy.” On this journey, Baghdasaryan switched f ..read more

Madison Avenue is back in a big way. Just a few years ago, the iconic row, long home to some of the most prestigious fashion houses and jewelers, as well as museums and high-end hotels, suffered in the wake of the pandemic, with 55 empty storefronts on the golden stretch between 57th and 72nd Street. But now all that has changed and the boulevard is at the center of some of the city’s chicest new real estate projects, including the new Giorgio Armani Residences, the Surrey hotel, and the Plaza Athénée Nobu Hotel & Spa New York. “Madison has always evoked a European elegance and charm that ..read more

Bobby Short decided to turn pro after he played the swank Palmer House in Chicago. He was 10. A precocious, cherub-cheeked man-child, he’d been singing and playing the piano by ear since he was four years old. From the Palmer, Short would go on to perform for four presidents, numerous celebrities, countless society blue bloods, and anyone who happened to want to be wrapped in a gossamer cocoon of urbane luxuriance, if only for one night. He crooned reassuring American standards in a jazzy, polished, honey-soaked voice that made you think of money — old money. Frank Sinatra, Warren Beatty, Lena ..read more

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