
A goop x Net-a-Porter Midsummer Dance Party
Throwing a big party in the Hamptons has become a beloved and much-anticipated summer tradition for us. Like last year, hosting duties were shared by goop and Net-a-Porter, though this year’s festivities were approached a little bit differently. Rather than a formal sit-down dinner, the brilliant Stefanie Cove of Oren Cove Productions put together a fun, intimate backyard bash—complete with tarot card readings, a tintype photo booth, an epic balloon installation, and multiple food stations courtesy of our longtime pals and collaborators, Cloud Catering—that turned into a full-on dance party after dark. While the evening closed with a set by DJ Hannah Bronfman, Elan Artists provided a gypsy string quartet to get the party started, followed by a medley of covers by Rhythm Collective—a pretty incredible musical program that went particularly well with the tricked-out Casamigos Tequila bar and rosé pong table.
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Stefanie Cove made sure
every seat was the best
seat in the house. -
#bossladies, Alison
Loehnis and GP. -
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Mimi Brown Studio florals in
shades of fuchsia. -
Whitney Tingle and
Danielle Duboise playing a
game of rosé pong. -
Casamigos tequila cocktails
with ALL the fixins. -
A Nick Brown,
Derek Blasberg
sandwich. -
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Our kind of lineup.
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Power couple Rachel and
Neil Blumenthal. -
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Cloud Catering does It’s All Easy.
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Seafood on the go.
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Accordions never looked so sexy.
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The goop girls love a plunging neckline.
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Brooklyn Tintype’ old-timey photo booth.
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Stacey Bendet and
Jessica Seinfeld. -
One tequila, two tequila,
three tequila… -
Kate Foley and Max Osterweis
gazing into their future. -
“the dance
floor is that
way” -
Rhythm Collective doing their thing.
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Molly Sims and Rachel Zoe.
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Midnight snacks.
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The one and only,
Tracy Anderson. -
Hannah Bronfman
at work. -
Joe Zee and
Rebekah McCabe.
Photographs by Hannah Thomson
A Few Favorite Recipes from the Evening’s Offering
Lobster Rolls
Mini lobster rolls make the perfect passed appetizers for any party, and these ones, with a slight Japanese flair, are particularly good. Look for kewpie mayo, yuzu, sansho pepper, and micro shiso at your local Asian market.
Elote Corn with Husk Handle
The adorable husk handle makes this simple grilled corn perfect for a party. Make it in August when corn is abundant and super sweet.
Yakitori Grilled Rainbow Trout
This simple yet elegant main course is a real stunner. The briny olives and sweet Cara cara oranges add welcome brightness to the simply-prepared fresh trout. If you can’t find Cara cara oranges, Navels will work in a pinch.
Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies
Chocolate chip cookies are always a crowd-pleaser, and these mini ones certainly don’t disappoint.
Casamigos Pepino Diablo
This tequila cocktail is especially refreshing, thanks to the delicate combination of cucumber and mint. Meanwhile, the Tajin chili lends it an unexpected kick.
Casamigos Margarita Light
While we’ve never met a margarita we didn’t like, this iteration—served at our most recent Summer in the Hamptons party—has become a fast favorite. It’s pleasantly sweet and not too strong, so you can enjoy several without overindulging.
A Huge Thanks Goes Out To…
The amazing Stefanie Cove of Oren Cove Productions, Cloud Catering, Casamigos Tequila, Mimi Brown Studio, Luminous Designs, Elan Artists, Brooklyn Tintype, Angie Banicki, Patina, Party Rentals LTD., Balloon Chain, Hannah Thomson, and Tuleste and Net-A-Porter for dressing the talent.