No summer social calendar is complete without an invite to Ticket2Events/Jill Zarin’s 12th Annual Luxury Luncheon, an exclusive, invitation-only affair which took place this past Saturday, July 26th at the Southampton Inn. It’s my favorite event of the summer and, as usual, we had a complete blast.
Produced by celebrity event planners and co-founders of Ticket2Events Sean Koski and Brian Kelly, this highly anticipated annual experience welcomed VIP guests to a red carpet entrance and a curated showcase of the best in fashion, spirits, home decor, beauty, technology, and travel. Held in memory of Zarin’s late husband, Bobby Zarin, the event doubled as a charitable platform supporting cancer research*—wrapped in a setting that rivals any red-carpet gala. This year, the experience dialed up to dazzling with immersive brand activations, celebrity-studded moments, yummy cocktails and food, and the legendary gift bag—now valued at a jaw-dropping $5,000.
The legendary Beauty Bar returned with luxe offerings for guests from LUMIFY® Redness Reliever Eye Drops, Coola, Sol de Janiero, PrimeLash, Tommy Hillfiger, Beauty Bio, Barefoot Scientist, Nutrl Skin, Elta Md Skincare, Athena Club, Flaus, and Prime Promtetics.
There were also onsite booths from: upLift5, a premium skincare device targeting the five signs of aging that I can’t wait to try); Plated, a serum developed by a Mayo Clinic doctor that was named one of TIME’s Best Inventions of 2024 that I also can’t wait to try, and Buff Medical Resort, a world-class longevity and wellness destination on Lake Constance in southern Germany showcased their luxe spa, which I can’t wait to visit! There were two particularly well thought out and clever activations. First, were the makers of Addyi, (the only FDA-approved pill proven to increase a woman’s sex drive) who had a fun pink car parked onsite and gifted guest sleep masks with a saucy message.
I also loved the activation from new skincare brand Saint Jo that featured a product vending machine. And finally, it was awesome to check out the Birkin bags from Madison Avenue Couture, who also carry Jill’s candle line.
Guests received on-the-spot gifts from the other must-have brands exhibiting on the grounds including MyQ by Chamberlain (smart‑home products), Print Fresh (lovely robes), New Chapter (science‑backed, whole‑food and herbal vitamins and supplements) and Mizz Korea (an authentic Korean skincare line).
Celebrity injector Jennifer Anne Di Landro of Dolce Aesthetics NY and two wonderful gals from Rowe Plastic Surgery, provided on-demand skin wellness consultations. Jesse Metcalfe’s NUTRL Skin was also onsite to launch his skincare to the chi-chi Hamptons crowd. I am looking forward to trying his line though I did feel someone—maybe even Jesse himself, since he was there—should have been onsite to discuss his brand.
To keep guests refreshed, a brand-new VIP Premier Lounge was debuted featuring beverages from Avaline Wine, Tequila Pantalones, and Piñaq Cocktails. Wava Sparkling Water and LaCroix also helped keep guests hydrated with separate water stations.
Hamptons Catered Affairs served a scrumptous pasta dish, lobster rolls, and fruit skewers with Shrimpy’s Burrito Bar keeping guests happy with delicious tacos, chicken tenders, and french fries. For those of us with sweet tooths, Cold Snap, the on-demand ice cream machine, made the yummiest ice cream and even had a vegan version —I, unfortunately, waited too long for seconds on this delicious concoction—Doughlicious served chocolate chip cookie dough gelato bites, and Levain Bakery was in the house with their cookies, which are the best in NYC.
There were some adorable doggo attendees that delighted all of us too.
And, of course, no Jill Zarin Luxury Luncheon would be complete without the legendary gift bags—this year valued at up to $5,000. The bags were provided by Truvani for regular guests then Hulken and Dagne Dover for the VIPs. Carefully curated by Brian & Sean, the gift bags provided “must-haves” products including Uplift 5, Flaus, Laura Geller, Sunday Riley, Bliss, Grande Cosmetics, Boots No. 7, Coola, Sunday Riley, Sol de Janeiro, Vacation Inc., Briogeo, EltaMD, Grande Cosmetics, Good Wipes, and BeautyBio. Roadway Moving once again ensured seamless transportation.
Celebs in attendance included: Cynthia Bailey (RHOA), Jesse Metcalfe (Actor), Luann de Lesseps (RHONY), Kristen Taekman (RHONY), Jenn Aden (RHOJ), LeeAnne Locken (RHOD), Catherine and Gabriella Galasso Vigorito (Smothered/TLC), Ally Shapiro, Brian Kelly & Sean Koski (Ticket2Events), and of course, yours truly That Girl At The Party!
As usual, this was one of the best events of the summer and we look forward to 2026!
*(TGATP NOTE: I will be posting how much was raised for cancer research when the PR gets back with the numbers.)
