How to Host a Cozy Winter Meal
The Old Stone Trade founder Melissa Ventosa Martin and the One Of designer Patricia Voto took inspiration from old New York to fete their evening-wear collaboration.
A Japanese New Year's Feast, by Way of California
Sylvan Mishima Brackett, the chef-owner of the San Francisco restaurant Rintaro, hosted family and friends for an intimate meal to start the year.
A Danish Designer's Candlelit Anniversary Dinner
Malene Malling arranged a relaxed gathering at her studio celebrating the founding of her fashion label, La Bagatelle.
A Cocktail Party With Solid Ice Champagne Buckets and Ornamental Bugs
The designers Robin Standefer and Stephen Alesch are known for their detail-oriented approach, which they also apply to a headier version of happy hour.
A Buffet-Style Los Angeles Dinner Party for Artists and Creatives
The evening at Lorna Simpson's home gave the visual artist a chance to connect with her guests outside of formal industry events.
In Somerset, a Proper British Pub Lunch With the Perfect Winter Dessert
The chef Margot Henderson gathered friends for a meal at the Three Horseshoes.
Nigerian Food and Fashion Came Together at This Dinner Party in Brooklyn
The designer Busayo Olupona celebrated 10 years of her business with pepper soup and good friends at the restaurant Dept of Culture.
In Amsterdam, a Mostly Vegan, All Cashmere Feast
Hosted by Saskia Dijkstra, the founder of the knitwear brand Extreme Cashmere, the dinner was an office holiday party with a twist.
A Lunch Where Craft Was Front and Center
At her home in Oxfordshire, Suzie de Rohan Willner, the head of the brand Toast, gave a party and shared her tips for thoughtful entertaining.
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