Artsy types, big-spending collectors, media elite, and hipster glitterati filed into the pool area behind the Setai Hotel on December 6 for a glamorous book launch that coincided with the internationally acclaimed Art Basel fair. The book, Octagon, a limited-edition collection of photographs from Ultimate Fighting Championship events, was the star of the night, as prints from it were used in decor elements.
In the garden, Triton Productions created an atmosphere with an edge through creative lighting and design installation. A wall of photographs greeted partygoers at the entrance, and massive screens flanking the hotels' three-pool garden displayed rotating images of UFC fighters. The massive coffee-table book was also on display for guests to see-but not to touch, as models were on hand to turn pages.Through out the night, stylish attendees sipped cocktails and grooved to music courtesy of DJ Irie. They also sampled a variety of tasty appetizers provided by the hotel, including duck dumplings, fried lobster tail, mini beignets, and tomato goat cheese pastry shells.
In the garden, Triton Productions created an atmosphere with an edge through creative lighting and design installation. A wall of photographs greeted partygoers at the entrance, and massive screens flanking the hotels' three-pool garden displayed rotating images of UFC fighters. The massive coffee-table book was also on display for guests to see-but not to touch, as models were on hand to turn pages.Through out the night, stylish attendees sipped cocktails and grooved to music courtesy of DJ Irie. They also sampled a variety of tasty appetizers provided by the hotel, including duck dumplings, fried lobster tail, mini beignets, and tomato goat cheese pastry shells.
Photos from Octagon were artfully displayed for partygoers to peruse.
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Art Basel V.I.P.s and guests sipped cocktails while admiring a wall of photographs by the UFC book's photographer, Kevin Lynch.
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Photos from Octagon were artfully displayed for partygoers to peruse.
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Screens were constructed over the Setai Hotel's pools, displaying images from the book.
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The massive book, measuring nearly four feet across when opened, was available for guests to see.
Chocolate fudge lollipops were among the desserts served by the hotel.
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Models were on hand to flip pages for guests interested in 'reading' the book.
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Fried lobster tail with french fries was one of several party foods offered at the event.
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