Ben Edquist and Chelsea Helm
Whitney Crane, Lauren Fertitta
“Houston ladies came out in droves to toast NY-based designer Adam Lippes’s first boutique outside of New York,” gushed a rep for the shop, adding, “2024 is a breakthrough year for the designer, who got his start at Oscar de la Renta, as he is slated to open new doors on Palm Beach’s Worth Avenue and a private salon up 5th Avenue later this year.”
Indeed, the guest list was a who’s who. Faces in the crowd included Natalie Steen, Jim and Whitney Crane, Jessica Phifer, Hilda Curran, Olivia Persia, Kelly and Karol Barnhart, Tiffany Masterson, Elyse Lanier, Christopher Sarofim, Gillian and Fayez Sarofim, Andrew and Mona Sarofim, Nicole Katz and CityBook Executive Publisher Lisa Holthouse.
Adam Lippes produces Resort, Spring/Summer, Pre-Fall and Fall/Winter collections each year. Current retailers, per the brand rep, include Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Net-a-Porter and Saks Fifth Avenue.
The Lippes opening is just one piece of high-end retails news at River Oaks District since news broke that local billionaire Tilman Fertitta had bought the post shopping enclave. Luxury men’s clothiers Brioni and Stefan Ricci are set to bow later this summer.
Alecia Harris, Courtney Garson
Alex Farnsworth, Sara Robbins
Lisa Holthouse, Greggory Fields
Hilda Curran, Tiffany Masterson
Lauren Fertitta, Lindsey Leigh Hohlt
Anna Irion, Donae Chramosta
Carey Kirkpatrick, Roz Pactor, Joel Luks
Ceron, Louisa Sarofim
Chris Goins, Josh Pazda
Courtney Sarofim, Adam Lippes, Elyse Lanier
Divya Brown, Jessica Phifer, Michelle Avina
George Johnston, George Lancaster
Maria Bassa, Beth Muecke
Natalie Steen, Olivia Persia
Vanessa Ames, Jordan Seff
Anna McGrath, Ellie Strehli, Kate Weldon, and Kate Jackson (photo by Alex Montoya)
“The crisp summer night set the perfect stage, with a pink Porsche 911 GT3 Ruby Star and Porsche 911 GT3 RS Ultraviolet parked in front of PostScript, creating a popular photo opportunity for attendees,” said a rep for the restaurant. “Adding to the charm, PostScript rolled out a pink carpet leading into the venue.”
In an evening full of fun surprises, guests enjoyed the stylings of live saxophonist Alex Jones as they entered the party. There was also a cigar-rolling station, casino-style gaming in the chic Vesper Room, and free-flowing prosecco — and PostScript’s signature cocktails such as the Take Me to Tootsies were on offers. Some of famous chef Bryan Caswell’s nibbles made the rounds, as in tuna handkerchiefs and shrimp salad spoons.
“The highlight of the private dining experience was Caswell’s signature caviar donut,” noted the rep, “made with a house donut, Hackleback caviar, white chocolate creme fraiche, and blackberries.”
At 8pm, PostScript shifted to a working restaurant, sharing proceeds from the beautiful evening’s dinner till with the American Cancer Society.
“Partnering with American Cancer Society was an easy choice,” said PostScript owner Veeral Rathod. “This event not only brought together our community but also supported a cause that is close to our hearts. It's truly inspiring to see the generosity and enthusiasm of our guests as we work together to make a meaningful impact in the fight against cancer.”
Kristen Cannon, Kristen Collins, Kristina Wilson (photo by Quy Tran)
Chase Letsos,Jaclyn Escareno, Blade Labrada (photo by Quy Tran)
Debbie Elias, Miya Shay (photo by Quy Tran)
Erin Hicks and Bryan Caswell (photo by Quy Tran)
Erin Hicks, Edward Sanchez , Ruchi Mukerjee (photo by Quy Tran)
Irene mavrianos, Veeral Rathod, Victoria Hinojosa (photo by Quy Tran)
Maggie Crymes, Katherine Garcia (photo by Quy Tran)
Mario Gudmundsson and Carrie Brandsberg-Dahl (photo by Quy Tran)
Nicki Ramirez, Irfan Vohra, Aura Ledezma (photo by Quy Tran)
Sarah Wallace, Sarah Savage (photo by Quy Tran)
Tiffany Halik,Krista Shamaly (photo by Quy Tran)
Tom Grace, Jennifer Johnson (photo by Quy Tran)