Backing away from its huge estate party, H&M hosted an exclusive sunset cocktail reception at the Parker. There, summery hors d'oeuvres included skewers of mint, feta, and watermelon.
Kari Feinstein was also among the hosts kicking things off early—and in Los Angeles. The Kari Feinstein Style Lounge gifting suite took over the Sunset Marquis hotel, where an arrivals backdrop had a festival-appropriate, tassel-like look.
The hosts' names decorated the hotel's existing privacy hedging, which was visible from the street entrance.
At the Retreat at Sparrows Lodge, guests dined on healthy fare from New York's Fat Radish at a long, bohemian-style table. Steph Sciré and Isaac Ferry, who were behind the event, said they were motivated to create a place where they and their friends would want to be. Jeff Consoletti of JJ-LA produced, along with tour and event producer Tanya Slater. Taylor & Taylor managed the production design, which included antique Persian rugs, Native American artifacts, succulents, whimsical floral arrangements, oversize and kilim pillows, leather, and a silk patchwork canopy.
Rachel Zoe hosted an intimate brunch with DVF and Moët & Chandon Ice Imperial at the dFm House in Palm Springs. Fare Trade and Workshop Kitchen & Bar provided food.
