Updated posts 2026
The first thing you recognize at the elite events created by Designs by Mark Masone in The Hamptons, is the quality and abstract vision created. Mark Masone, celebrity florist to the A list celebrities who summer in The Hamptons. His immaculate work certainly stands out amongst other luxurious designers on the west coast, like The Kardashian celebrity florist, Jeff Leatham.
“Everyone wants to host “THE EVENT” in The Hamptons”, says Mark Masone. In order to create the master designs Mr. Masone has provided for over 30 years to New York and Hampton residents, we asked him what his secret is – his response “My customers and I connect on such a personal level with an understanding of their vision and design.
Every year Mr. Masone has been a part of the most recognizable events like; The South Fork Natural History Museum and Nature Center event for the last eight years. SOFO known best for their distinctive environmental programs in the museum and out-of-doors that promote a deep understanding of the natural world enhanced with the knowledge that all things are interconnected has raised over three quarters of a million dollars every year to support their non-profit foundation.
Mark has also been a part of Edie’s Back Yard BBQ and The Edie Windsor Center on the east end for the last decade. The Edie Windsor Healthcare Center specializes in LGBTQ* healthcare services. They provide accessible, compassionate, and comprehensive care to all members and allies of the LGBTQ* community. Every year in honor of Edie Windsor; LGBTQ American Rights activist her team hosts two events that help raise money for the LGBTQ Community.
Mark Says, “Mrs. Edie Windsor played a huge role in me coming out. She was the absolute nicest and kindest person I’ve ever met. When I learned of her passing, it felt like I had lost a family member.” He also says, “When I think about the movement she’s created, I think about how better off we are as a community.”
Mrs. Edie Windsor was the lead plaintiff in the 2013 Supreme Court of the United States case United States v. Windsor, which overturned Section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act and was considered a landmark legal victory for the same-sex marriage movement in the United States her foundations has raised money for countless LGBTQ members even after her devastating death in 2017.
The case began as a tax dispute, which is worth knowing because it explains why it succeeded. When Windsor’s wife Thea Spyer died, the federal government refused to recognise their marriage and billed Windsor more than $363,000 in estate tax that a surviving spouse would not have owed. That gave her a concrete, quantifiable injury to bring before a court — not an argument about principle but a bill she should not have received. Civil rights litigation often turns on finding exactly that kind of plaintiff, and two years after Windsor won, the Court decided Obergefell.
How Mark Masone Luxury Florist started his new career as a real estate agent
“Being a real estate agent with Nestseekers has changed my life in more ways than one”, says Mark Masone. The 1% spend their summers in The Hamptons, or at least a few weeks in the summer. And with his little black book and relationships he’s created over the past three decades, Mark Masone was able to act as the buyer and seller on a total of $25 Million Dollars in homes, in the most iconic place to vacation in The Hamptons on his first year. You will find Mark featured on the show “Selling the Hamptons” on HBO that will air on March 1st. However, he has debuted on countless shows on national television in the past 15 years. His magnificent work ethic and personality has continued to be recognized in more ways than one.
What’s next to come for Mr. Masone
In 30 years of designing the most iconic events in New York and The Hamptons, Florida, and along the East Coast, Mark Masone and his team have decided to provide the world with his knowledge and insight into “His World” of the ultimate designs and now creating his very own show! “I have always enjoyed working with my luxury clients, however, now I’m ready to show the world what Designs by Mark Masone is all about”. Says Mr. Masone.
His PR Team at RG Social Marketing has provided some insight into the show. “Our vision of the show will showcase the LGBTQ community and pairing with the most iconic florist for one of the GREATEST shows that will air on national television.” The winner will win a chance to work with a well-known event planner in New York City and win $50,000.” Says Tara Zarilla. “When we first came to Mark with the idea, we knew we had to make sure his journey of coming out as a gay man at 38, married with two kids in a strict community had to be shared. His journey could help others who will watch the show, they will hear about his struggles and how he overcame so many trials and tribulations all while staying successful and managing his companies”, says Mrs. Zarilla.
“The show is set to start casting and pursuit of the show will begin in 2025 in Manhattan, NY and we have officially signed with “American Movie Company”, who is well known for their production of Friends, Will and Grace and receiving countless awards and Emmys for shows and movies featured on CBS, Disney, HBO, Paramount, MTV, Showtime, WB and CNN.” Says Mrs. Zarilla.
