Cartier introduces its new iconic Love Collection

Last week I ran over to The Lion, that new hip restaurant in the West Village where Cartier was having a dinner for digital media to introduce new styles in Cartier's iconic Love collection for this year. The evening was hosted by Cartier International Director of Image, Style & Heritage, Pierre Rainero, who was in from Paris for a nano second. The jewelry was displayed cleverly to mix with all the artwork and yet it stood out on its own. As always the symbols were there on every level as the displays represented how Love links people together and strengthens ties. Dark and sexy this new hot spot was the perfect location to show off the new collection.

Annie and Nick's Wedding

Annie and Nick were blessed with more than just great weather as they got married a few weeks ago. The couple were surrounded by their family and friends. The wedding took place at the Church of our Saviour followed by the reception at Glenmore Country Club. Beth Hyder who is the director of Catering at the club made sure every last detail was taken care of. The food was delicious and the guests danced until late.
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The Studio Museum in Harlem Gala

I confess. I have a favorite event that happens every October, The Studio Museum in Harlem's annual Fall Gala and this year it was even better than ever as they honored Pamela Fiori for her work at Town & Country. Always the best dressed women and men, year after year, they refuse to sit for long as they table hop and then dance until the band can play no more. Held at Cipriani Wall Street, the event was run by the fantastic Melissa Feldman from MF Productions.

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Ravinia 2010 in Town & Country Magazine

Maggie and Charlie get married

Maggie and Charlie are the best dancers I know. When they told me about their wedding Charlie forgot to mention that he would throw Maggie over his shoulder on the first dance and that I better be ready. It was a beautiful day and we did the family photos before the ceremony which meant there was lots more time to party. To see the slide show you can click this link Slideshow

Town & Country Magazine November Weddings page

Here is the photo that ran from Emily and Joe's wedding

Golden Children

Last night Golden Children held its first fund raiser and so when Bill Tansey called me to tell me about it I was thrilled to be a part of the night by taking photos. Elizabeth Ross Johnson, the founder of the organisation has set up a program for orphans in Cambodia where they are loved, housed, inspired and educated. Any one who knows Bill has heard his stories and seen his photos as he has assisted Elizabeth and is very involved with the project. The party was held in the beautiful space belonging to Levy Lighting who made a custom fish pond that was interactive. There were fish swimming on the floor, This amazing projection was so life like. It was inspired by a ritual where the children release fish into the river as a sign of freedom. Glorious Foods catered the event with an asian flair. To learn more about the organization please visit them at www.goldenchildren.org

Town & Country Magazine November Hope Fund for Cancer Research

New York City Ballet

This year the New York City Ballet Gala gave me a seat to watch the ballet. I was mesmerized by the first piece that was inspired by Fred Astaire and Rita Hayworth. Firstly the duo was shown on a screen and then the danes came on stage and had me riveted to my seat. After the performance the dinner and dancing followed. Sarah Jessica Parker was beautiful as always and somehow managed to survive the crush of photographers.
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The World Monuments Fund Gala

Last night the World Monuments Fund held its annual Gala at the Plaza Hotel. This year they gave the Hadrian Award to Ratan N. Tata and the Tata family in recognition of their leadership in the restoration and protection of India's cultural heritage. Having made several trips to India for both work and pleasure I have certainly been the beneficiary as a tourist, of all the hard work that has gone into preserving places of interest. The Tata family has also converted old palaces into hotels some of which I have been lucky enough to have stayed in including the Lake Palace Hotel in Udaipur and the Rambagh Palace in Jaipur.
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