For all those who regularly visit the site and have been disappointed to find virtaully no updates for this entire summer- WE APOLOGIZE. I’ve been too busy Hustling every day in East Hampton trying to keep the dream alive…but now that our busy season is over- come back soon and look for pics and gallery updates from this past summer’s events…Summer 2008 was on another level- celeb visits , Russell Simmons Lamping, and lots of new Family+Friends.
Up-and-coming tee-shirt companies, Create and Duane, hosted their summer showcase at Blue&Cream. The guests cooled off with free ice-cream cones by Mister Softee and enjoyed cocktails by Svedka and OSO as they listened to the beats of a DJ entertaining the crowd. Those who attended got to view the latest collections by the designers and enjoyed a special discount on the pieces.
Blue&Cream launched its newest gallery exhibit, the photography of John Jaxheimer. Art buyers, family/friends, and artist loyalists all came to view the work, which features unique photographic perspectives on various environments in Eastern Long Island. Guests enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres as they chatted with John about his creative vision. The exhibit will be on display through July 25th at Blue&Cream Bowery.
The American Heart Association’s Junior Council hosted their summer kick-off at Blue&Cream. For this invite-only shopping event, guests sipped champagne and snacked on ice-cream as they scoured the racks. A percentage of proceeds for the evening went to support the American Heart Association.
To find out more about the American Heart Association, please go to www.americanheart.org
Blue&Cream teamed up with the Children’s Rights Junior Council and Lucky Magazine to host Cocktails+Clothing+A Good Cause. Guests partook in a silent auction and shopping this season’s hottest styles with proceeds benefiting the Children’s Rights Organization. Designer Charlotte Ronson created a limited edition tee-shirt design as her donation for the event, which flew off the racks as soon as guests arrived. To thank them for their support, attendees enjoyed gift bags, hors d’oeuvres, cupcakes, and cocktails. Celebs including Rosario Dawson, Ms. Teen USA, and Taryn Manning came out to shoe their support for a great cause.
To find out more about Children’s Rights, please go to www.childrensrights.org
On May 20th, Blue & Cream hosted an exclusive showing of Carlos Souza’s Most Wanted Design Jewelry collection. The stunning pieces inspired by Brazilian and Buddhist concepts are unlike any other designs. Carlos brought along many pieces of his personal collection for display and discussion. Guests, which were close friends and family of the designer along with many press personnel, enjoyed champagne and a beautiful floral display. A lovely and intimate dinner followed the event at Bette.
Blue&Cream loves doing events with friend and designer Charlotte Ronson, and we were especially excited to add Chrissie Miller’s line, Sophmore, to the event this time. This summer lovin’ event included complementary mr softee ice cream, bon bon chicken, svedka cocktails, and side-walk chalk drawing. Guests included Dani Stahl, music exec Mark Sudak, Alice Roy, designer Shoshanna Gruss, and Derek Blasberg. Both lines are a huge success at Blue&Cream and we look forward to upcoming events with these budding designers.
The weekend of April 25th was a Temperley Showcase at Blue&Cream. Temperley chose Blue&Cream as a site to hold their major Spring 08 sale, where they brought in much of the line (including accessories) so that clients could place special orders at sample sale prices. Temperley London is one of the most coveted line’s and Blue&Cream had a great time extending this special event offer to their clients
Brian Reyes, along with his stunning line of dresses and tops, helped Blue&Cream celebrate Earth Day with style. His beautiful patterns and delicate designs were on display for guests with a few special styles that are not normally offered in the store. Brian helped each client with styling tips and wardrobe ideas. Everyone had a lovely time snacking on treats and enjoying some mid-afternoon cocktails.
A Juicy Death art show at Blue & Cream on the Bowery helped kicked off Spring with a healthy dose of style and COLOR. Great attendance and beautiful outdoor weather gave the neighborhood a taste of what the B&C lifestyle is all about- the outdoor seating will be the place to congregate day&night on the LES come summertime. Baron Von Fancy and Robert Waltzer presented “A JUICY DEATH” from a multimedia approach- The fam all chipped in to apply Cut Vinyl decals in stars&stripes on the exterior windows, a 10 piece Neon box installation was the centerpiece of the show on the concrete merch panels.
