Southampton’s social calendar is officially in full swing with the return of one of its most anticipated summer events: Ticket2Events Presents: Jill Zarin’s Luxury Luncheon. Co-hosted by TV icon Jill Zarin alongside celebrity event architects Brian Kelly and Sean Koski, this exclusive, invitation-only affair brings together a curated crowd of VIPs, tastemakers, and media darlings for a Hamptons afternoon that’s equal parts philanthropy and high-glamour.
Held in memory of Zarin’s late husband, Bobby Zarin, the event doubles as a charitable platform supporting cancer research—wrapped in a setting that rivals any red-carpet gala. This year, the experience is dialed up to dazzling with immersive brand activations, celebrity-studded moments, and the legendary gift bag—now valued at a jaw-dropping $5,000.
Where Luxury Meets Legacy
From the moment guests step onto the red carpet, they’re ushered into a world of curated indulgence, highlighting the best in fashion, beauty, technology, and home innovation. This isn’t just a luncheon—it’s a pop-up playground of the poshest kind.
On site, guests will find Jill Zarin Home showcasing the newly launched Palm Springs rug collection, exclusive hand-blown candles co-designed with daughter Ally Shapiro, and an upscale bedding line now retailing at Bealls Florida and HomeGoods. Add to that activations from MyQ by Chamberlain, Print Fresh, and even a fresh drop from Tommy Hilfiger, and you’ve got the makings of a lifestyle exhibition wrapped in Hamptons flair.
The Beauty Bar Goes Bold
At the heart of the event is the famed Beauty Bar, a glam sanctuary where wellness meets high-tech skincare. Uplift 5 debuts its premium device targeting five signs of aging, while Dolce Aesthetics NY’s celebrity injector Jennifer Anne Di Landro and Rowe Plastic Surgery offer bespoke treatments on demand. Actor Jesse Metcalfe is slated to unveil NUTRL Skin, his new skincare line, while Buff Medical Resort introduces guests to their longevity-focused wellness retreat on the shores of Germany’s Lake Constance.
Other notable brands include LUMIFY® Redness Reliever Eye Drops, Saint Jo Skincare, and Addyi—the first FDA-approved pill designed to enhance women’s sexual wellness—adding a wellness-meets-empowerment angle to the day’s indulgences.
Refreshments, Reinvented
Of course, no luxury luncheon is complete without a sip and snack experience worthy of the guest list. This year’s debut VIP Premier Lounge will pour elegant beverages from Avaline Wine, Tequila Pantalones, Piñaq Cocktails, LaCroix, and Boxed Water—plus an interactive Cold Snap machine delivering ice cream on-demand. Culinary creations come courtesy of Hamptons Catered Affairs, with sweet finishes by none other than Levain Bakery.
A Gift Bag to Rival Oscar Week
The event’s pièce de résistance is the storied gift bag—revered across influencer circles and celebrity Instagrams. This year’s iteration features official totes from Hulken and Dagne Dover, hand-packed with elite finds from Sunday Riley, Sol de Janeiro, EltaMD, GrandeLASH, Akar Skin, Vacation Inc., Truvani, and more. With Roadway Moving handling the luxe logistics, guests can relax knowing their swag is in good hands.
A-List Meets Impact
The star power this year reads like a Bravo super-reunion with Jill Zarin herself joined by Kristen Taekman, Ramona Singer, Luann de Lesseps, Teresa Giudice, Cynthia Bailey, and Phaedra Parks. Beyond reality royalty, appearances are expected from actor Jesse Metcalfe, influencer Joey Sasso, matchmaker Patti Stanger, and breakout Netflix personalities like Jade Shenker and Shannon St. Claire.
As the Hamptons heat up, Jill Zarin’s Luxury Luncheon once again proves why it remains a cornerstone of the summer’s most exclusive social circuit: equal parts impact, indulgence, and Instagrammable sparkle.
