The holiday season in Los Angeles kicked off with a star-studded affair at a private residence near the Chateau Marmont. Celebrity hosts Michael Braun, Vas Morgan, and Cade Hudson joined forces to throw ‘The Holiday Party,’ a glamorous event filled with A-list guests and delectable treats. The highlight of the evening was the introduction of Butter Baby, a viral donut purveyor by Tory Burch’s sons, Nick and Henry Burch, which will soon be opening a pop-up shop on Melrose Avenue.
The party was a feast for the senses, with an abundance of desserts on display and a festive atmosphere. Kim Kardashian caught up with her longtime friend Paris Hilton, while the Fanning sisters mingled with Kristen Stewart near a stunning butter yellow Christmas tree. A photo studio, inspired by the works of Slim Aaron’s, was set up by the pool, where model Kaia Gerber effortlessly posed for the camera.
In the spirit of giving, all attendees made a donation to support the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital’s Center for Youth Mental Health, adding a charitable touch to the festivities.
Meanwhile, Burberry hosted a cozy gathering at the Manhattan townhouse of event producer Chris Hessney. The event featured a British-themed spread of traditional dishes, including Yorkshire puddings, sambos, mince pies, and sticky toffee pudding. Martha Stewart was among the guests who enjoyed the festive fare and listened to carols sung by the children of the Harlem School of the Arts.
Valentino also joined in the holiday celebrations with a soirée at Chez Fifi on East 74th Street, showcasing their newest accessory, the Valentino Garavani DeVain bag. The event attracted a star-studded crowd, including Hari Nef, Tommy Dorfman, Dove Cameron, and Meadow Walker, who flaunted the chic shoulder bag as they mingled and danced to tunes spun by DJ Blu DeTigre.
Lastly, Banana Republic and Antoni Porowski hosted an elevated pub session at The Banana, a speakeasy lounge hidden within the Banana Republic flagship in SoHo. The event paid homage to Irish traditions, with live music, comfort food, and plenty of festive cheer. Guests enjoyed soda bread, chicken pot pie, and Baileys on ice while singing along to Irish classics by artists like Enya and The Cranberries.
Overall, these holiday gatherings brought together the best of fashion, food, and entertainment, setting the stage for a festive and joyous season ahead.
