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CONTENTS The 400 Issue

116 THE QUEST 400 Caroline Astor created the original list of Society’s top 400 names more than a century ago. We carry on the tradition today with our list of the current era’s most prominent players. introduction by Cholly van Vliet, Art by Lydia Marie Elizabeth

136 QUEST BEST PARTIES The greatest parties of all time.

by David Patrick Columbia

142 THE ORIGINAL 400 As it debuted in Quest back in 1995.

by David Patrick Columbia

146 MANHATTAN IN DETAIL An intimate portrait of New York City in watercolor, showing artist Robert L. Bowdon’s most prized scenes and sights. by Georgina Schaeffer

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SOCIAL DIARY Another month on the social circuit—and parties of the past. by David Patrick Columbia

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HARRY BENSON Our photographer recalls capturing Lee Radziwill in Montauk in 1977.

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TAKI How to make it to America 500. by Taki Theodoracopulos

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BOOKS Eve “Topsy” Pell recounts the indulgence and alienation of a priviledged childhood. by Michael Thomas

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PHOTOGRAPHY Reflecting on Society’s good ol’ days. by Mary Hilliard

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FRESH FINDS Late-summer picks from our favorite brands. by Brooke Kelly Murray & Elizabeth Meigher

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NOSTALGIA Andrew Kay revisits the swellegant life of Cole Porter, from Quest’s 1998 archive.

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BOOKS The royal family takes center stage in Rizzoli’s latest volume.

102 PETS Pamela Lazor interviews people with pooches, from Quest’s 2002 archive.

106 REAL ESTATE Chatting with top brokers in New York, Palm Beach, and Greenwich.

114 SOCIAL CALENDAR The best galas, luncheons, and benefits this month and in early September.

154 RETROSPECTIVE: YOUNG & THE GUEST LIST How the young and fabulous have partied over the years.

156 YOUNG & THE GUEST LIST Summer soirées out East. by Brooke Kelly Murray 160 SNAPSHOT Mrs. Astor’s “400.” by Elizabeth Quinn Brown

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Clockwise from bottom left: Statue of Liberty by Lydia Marie Elizabeth; Grateful Pub with Lee Radziwill and Joe Armstrong; Quest’s COVID 400 Issue, August 2020; the original Quest 400 list, 1995; Lee Radziwill in Montauk in 1977, photographed by Harry Benson; Columnist Harry Benson; Cole Porter dressed for sunbathing on the Lido, 1927; Photographer Mary Hilliard.

NOW IN THE WAKE of America’s 250th celebrations, there’s still a whole lot being written about Alexis de Tocqueville, one of our Country’s earliest and foremost champions. In the midst of the 1800s, this young Frenchman traversed our rivers, mountains and trails, poking deep into our burgeoning nation’s soul along his pilgrimage. Quickly, de Tocqueville came to understand the uniqueness of our Country’s emerging civic character and our natural inclination towards association and community. With this annual 400 Issue (our 31st consecutive!), Quest salutes America’s ongoing penchant to “associate” and band together, primarily for community needs with productive outcomes. As our astute readers well know, the 400 List was born a century ago from the stratifying mindset of Ward McAllister, the snobby publicity flack employed by Caroline Astor (the original Mrs. Astor!) and reputedly the seating capacity of her infamous ballroom. The Quest 400, admittedly a knock-off, was the space-filling brainchild of our esteemed Editor-in-Chief, David Patrick Columbia, who in closing our August ’95 Issue found himself in desperate need of last minute copy, et Voila! ... the mother of invention. Progressive wags may scoff at such lists as being outmoded in today’s (still) too woke world, but Quest remains convinced there’s a need to recognize the tradition of proper manners, courteous civility and ... “inherent association”.

Further inside this bulging 400 number are visual retrospectives and photo essays by several of our most loyal and favorite contributors. Sir Harry Benson, Knight of the British Empire and my cherished TIME-LIFE colleague, has reprised his luminous Montauk Beach portrait of Lee Radziwill, poignantly recalling the last time that he saw this true American princess. And the low keyed but keen-eyed Mary Hilliard shares her personal collection of swellegant par-tay images from a bygone time when, as Mary cogently observes: “most partygoers were wearing their own clothes and supported their own charities ... rarely preening for

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attention or posing for the camera”. Amen to that! And don’t miss our throwback glance at Café Society on pages 94-97 with a nostalgic nod to Cole Porter, the most urbane composer of the Gilded Age. Nor dare ignore DPC’s assortment of chic soirees and storied occasions over the past 40 years, on pages 136-141.

Finally, we return to our discerning French friend, de Tocqueville, whom we applaud for capturing the essence of American exceptionalism: the vibrance of local communities functioning in a societal balance, with a natural tendency to unite and pitch in. Mais oui!, Monsieur de Tocqueville; Quest joins you in paying homage to those dedicated ladies and gents who make the social punch bowl an elixir of cultural commitment, charitable largesse, acknowledged achievement, and ... “inherent association”! ◆

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NEW YORK SOCIAL DIARY THE LISTS AND NUMBERS for the annual issue – the Quest Four Hundred list of “prominent” and/or popular figures who in one way or another are of interest in defining an important aspect of active social life in New York.

The 400 List first appeared in Quest all the way back in 1994. It was fostered one month back then when I needed the fee but had no fresh ma-

the growth and terial for the next development of issue. So I suggestthe United States ed to Heather Coand New York’s hane, the magaplace in the world. zine’s founder, that It didn’t change we create a new the world but “400 List.” reflected its fresh Mrs. Astor’s existence and 400 list more than the oncoming of 150 years ago The New York Times what would later was a powerful announces the official list document for a of The Four Hundred, 1892. be called Women’s Liberation. time and place in

Immediately fishing for a selection for our brand new, out-of-nowhere 400 List, Heather had a couple shoeboxes packed full with black and white party picture photos she’d taken at various social events and parties that she’d cover for the early days of the magazine.

So in the beginning Heather and I went through the photos and unsurprisingly in her fre-

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quent event coverage we were collecting numerous photos of individuals. We went from there down to the celebrity lists of the New York newspapers, and chose people who appeared in at least four or five different social events.

Then someone suggested John F. Kennedy, Jr., who was very sociable in New York at that time in his short life. He was definitely the most publicized individual for this kind of a list. So we put him on the List. And the page designer put him right at the top, which gave the List a special class.

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life of Mrs. Astor to the cock- which socially exclude are still tail parties and dances in the popular. But the Quest list is an authentic list of those actively late 20th century New York.

But John F. Kennedy Jr.’s engaged socially around and about New York. presence was A few years enough to give later Heather the list public Cohane retired interest. And and sold Quest that, it did. Lists to an authentoday are FUN. tic magazine And even interpublisher Chris esting at times.

Meigher who acBecause, after quired his skills all, they are alearly as a pubways all about lisher at TIME “people.”

Yes, there are Mrs. Astor addresses and LIFE magazines. the media.

The annual Quest some serious participants operating in New York, 400 list is now more than a and even all over the world. quarter century old.

The original “400 List” first They are often very important.

It could be argued that lists came to its historical fame in

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the last quarter of the 19th century in New York. Its purpose was private as it was originally the official guest list of Mrs. William Backhouse Astor-Lina to her family and friends-for a ball that she hosted annually right after the turn of the New Year.

Ultimately because of her social position at the end of the 19th century, scores of books and articles have been written about her.

Mrs. Astor – as she represented herself on her calling card – this was back in the days when there were no phones, and even afterwards, it continued as tradition. She lived with her husband, William Backhouse Astor, and

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DAV I D PAT R I C K C O LU M B IA their four daughters and son, John Jacob Astor IV. William didn’t have a job.

He’d wanted to work in the family real estate firm, but when the previous generation passed on, William’s elder brother JJ III was the heir. William had nothing to do except whatever he did on his own as an investor businesswise.

So he had a magnificent yacht and sailed the world over; and was particularly attracted to what is northern Florida on both the Atlantic coast and on the bay.

That left Lina Astor-who didn’t like yachts-to her own devices. Lina’s birth family was Dutch, the first European settlers of the island. They named their new creation New Amsterdam in the 18th century, before it eventually became

Mr. Astor became famous for New York.

In fact they were ahead of selling the fur hats with the the native British by almost a tail. He was also appreciably century. Colonized life in the involved with what today we would call the New Continent, inter national the United States drug trade. The gave the Dutch British were the a certain prompower then and inence in the in China that New World. turned millions So William of Chinese into Astor actually addicts. “married up” With his now when he married substantial forLina. The Astors tune/income, were newer but Mrs. Astor the young Mr. they were very Astor settled in rich from the original fortune amassed by the New York. And with his fororiginal John Jacob Astor. He tune he brilliantly bought vast was a German who in his 20s acreage – basically uninhabitgot involved with commerce ed because for centuries it was in China. Back then England an island. And he had bought was the Emperor’s China “as- enormous pieces of property sociate.” The young German on both sides of the ancient

well-worn and wide path that (for centuries of the natives) ran the length of Manhattan island-from lowest tip to the highest where it meets the Hudson. It later was named Broadway and is clearly the oldest thoroughfare on the North American continent today.

Astor bought to hold the land, and rented it out by lease where those renting could do what they wanted with it: building shelters. A century later the Astor real estate was worth hundreds of millions.

Everything constructed, however, belonged to the landowner, Mr. Astor.

Meanwhile, back in ole Manhattan, Lina had nothing to do. In those days, a woman who was a mother was expected to stay at home and run the

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household. And behave herself naturally. Unless she was invited to go to another home for a luncheon or a dinner.

Otherwise the hubby, often away at sea – or up at the Astor estate on the Hudson – pretty much left her on her own as the children were growing up.

The Astor mansion where she held the Ball in the house’s ballroom was a brownstone on the southwest corner of 34th Street and Fifth Avenue – that same plot today holds the Empire State Building. In Mrs. Astor’s day, it was part of the family holdings on the 33rd to 34th Streets- with an expanse of garden between her, and the mansion of her brother-in-law who ran the family fortune. It was an enormous real estate holding.

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Back to today. It is mid- consistent desire to gather, to July in New York, that time of celebrate, and to find meaning year when the city slows to a in the company of others.

I was first motivated by rhythmic, humid crawl. Those who can—the fortunate and recognizing the change in the the weekend-bound—find seasons and what it does to us themselves seeking refuge on and for us. Getting from Point A to Point B in a the shores of the New York summer East End, or in is a social endeavor the gardens of the in itself. There was Hudson Valley, a distinct rhythm or catching a to the social season cool, breeze in the just-passed rolling off the month. It was a Mediterranean. mix of high-stakes But “Society” philanthropy never truly and the quiet, pauses. It merely The Social Register desperate need for a shifts its geography.

Over the past few weeks, I’ve bit of shade. It was a season of been observing this migration, contrasts, where one night you taking in a series of events that are standing in the shadow of tell a story not just of galas the Temple of Dendur, feeling and luncheons, but of our the cool, eternal weight of

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ancient stone, and maybe the next night you are looking at the resilient roots of a garden in the Hudson Valley.

We began this stretch of our time with the Fourth of July—a holiday that, in this bicentennial year feels more like a heavy reminder of history than a simple backyard party. Reliving the history of our nation’s independence reminds one that this city, and indeed this country, was built on an idea-a messy, complicated, often contradictory idea, but one that persists. There is a particular pride in seeing the social set acknowledge the gravity of the season, to recognize the legacy of those who laid the foundations of our republic.

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DAV I D PAT R I C K C O LU M B IA One night at LongHouse Reserve in East Hampton.

A “Totemic Transformation” was the order of the day, with the addition of Sean Scully’s sculpture.

LongHouse always feels a bit like stepping into Jack Lenor Larsen’s dream-a place where the indoors and outdoors are constantly negotiating a truce. When the weather turns-as it did with the storm that took down the iconic geodesic dome-we are reminded of the fragility of our environment.

Hearing Louis Bradbury and Lara Sweeney talk about the loss of that dome—a

$70,000 purchase by Jack in A good example is the 2018 now costing nearly a recent exhibition Artistic million to replicate—was a Visions, moving from “Mad sober reminder of the rising Luminaries” to Picasso and costs of stewardship. But there Lam. It is a reminder that is resilience there, too. The gala New York is, and has always been, a magnet for carried on, the rain the restless creative stopped, and the spirit. We are a city of art held its ground. dreamers who happen It’s a perfect to like a good party. metaphor for the For example, I had the social season: we pleasure of revisiting prepare, we curate, the career of Harry and then Mother Benson recently—a Nature decides man who has seen the rhythm. You more of the 20th can plan for every Harry Benson century through a lens contingency, but the than perhaps anyone else. rain always has the final word.

The social season is, at Now in his 96th year, Harry’s its heart, about the people. work serves as a mirror for all

of us. He captured the famous and the infamous, the quiet moments and the deafening roars of history. Looking at his photos, you realize that the “social diary” isn’t just about the gala; it’s about the people who make the rooms interesting.

Harry understood that the photograph wasn’t about the person in the frame, but the energy they carried. Whether it was The Beatles or a quiet moment with a statesman, he found the human vulnerability beneath the public persona.

That is the essence of a good party—the ability to strip away the artifice and see the person beneath.

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That energy was also palpable at the Literacy Partners 40th Anniversary Gala. Celebrating four decades of service is an amazing achievement.

Literacy Partners has always been about “agency”- giving adults the tools to read, to write, and to command their own lives.

When you see the graduates speak, you realize that this is the real work of the city. You can raise millions at the Met, but if you aren’t empowering people to participate in the democratic and social life of this country, the foundation is weak. Literacy Partners has been building that foundation for 40 years, and the gala was a 34 QUEST

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testament to the fact that when corporate engine is still deeply you give someone a voice, the invested in the social fabric. It is a massive machine—420,000 entire city listens.

That sense of human New Yorkers served—and connection was also front and yet the focus remains on the center at the YMCA Heroes individual child, the scholar, the teen needing of New York an after-school Gala and the program.

Roads to Success Then, just a few benefit.

The days later, The YMCA gala at Edison Ballroom the Met’s Temple played host to the of Dendur was a Roads to Success’ spectacle. Raising 3rd Annual $1.6 million is Spring Benefit. no small feat in a Celebrating 25 summer month, years is a different and honoring The Temple of Dendur kind of milestone. people like Linda Kirkpatrick and Brad Sims Hearing a high school reminds us that the city’s freshman like Matthew Foster

speak about his community center as a “second home” brings you back to reality.

It’s not about the tuxedos or the venue; it’s about the “roads” we build for those who might not see them otherwise. Sheila Duke and Natalie Cuchel’s dedication reminds me of the early days of social organizations I’ve covered, where the founder is doing everythingfundraising, operations, and child-rearing in the same office. It is the grit that makes the glamour possible.

These organizations aren’t just charities; they are the connective tissue of a city that otherwise risks

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DAV I D PAT R I C K C O LU M B IA becoming fragmented. We often talk about “society” as a monolith, but really, it is a collection of these small, deliberate acts of care.

Of course, the season has also had its international flavors. The Royal Ascot brought a bit of British reserve—and a lot of hats— to our collective attention.

There is something delightful about the ritual of the races, a reminder that New York society still looks across the pond for cues on decorum, even when we’re bending the rules ourselves. It’s a game of dress-up that we play with absolute seriousness, as if the right brim on a hat could influence the outcome of the race. It feels particularly

As we look toward the resonant this summer, echoing our own immersion remainder of the summer, the in all things British while pace will change. The galas putting together June’s will give way to house parties, the city shoes will be swapped London Issue.

We love to borrow their for loafers, but the underlying traditions, perhaps because theme remains the same. they provide a sense of We are still a city of seekers, continuity that our own gatherers, and observers. restless city sometimes We are constantly searching for that lacks. It’s a alchemy welcome that turns distraction a room of from the strangers weight of into a our own community headlines, of shared allowing us purpose. to indulge At the in the The crowd at the Royal Ascot end of the fantasy that with the right ensemble, the world day, we are looking for the might just be a more orderly same things: a bit of beauty, a touch of history, and the place.

reassurance that as long as we are still gathering, the city— and our society—is doing just fine. The galas come and go, the domes fall, the gardens change, and the honorees change their titles—but the spirit of New York remains as vibrant as it was 25, 40, or 50 years ago.

We gather to reaffirm our stake in this place and to remember that for all the cynicism one might find in the headlines, there is an immense, quiet, and powerful optimism in the room when the lights go down and the work begins. We are a city that believes in the future, even when the present feels overwhelming. And that, at the end of the day, is the only diary that truly matters.◆

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IT SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY IT WAS a lovely spring day with a slight breeze in May 1977 when I traveled to Montauk to photograph Lee Radziwill, who was visiting her good friend photographer Peter Beard at his home there. She was a good sport as she laughingly waded into the sound, getting her jeans soaking wet for the photograph.

As the younger sister of former first lady, Jacqueline Kennedy, as well as being the niece of Edith Bouvier Beale, she had quite a linage. Either she handled it easily as it appeared or she hid it carefully behind her casually smiling facade, which gave nothing away.

The former Princess had divorced Prince Stanislaw Radziwill three years earlier and had returned from London where the couple had lived. The media was always interested in what Lee was doing or wearing or whom she was seeing. I had photographed her several

times before, including twice when sister Jacqueline visited London with husband President John Kennedy.

For some reason that day on Long Island I only photographed her host, Peter Beard, with Lee as I was leaving in a helicopter to document the abundance of mansions from above.

In my documentary, Harry Benson: Shoot First, my friend, Chris Meigher, describes how beautiful she is as he talks about my photographs. Someone told Lee that her name was mentioned in the film. She arrived at the New York premiere quite fragile with someone to assist her, and she sneaked out before the lights went up at the end of the film. I was happy she was there… as it was the last time I saw her... as regal as ever. u Lee Radziwill in Montauk in 1977, photographed by Harry Benson.

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HOW TO MAKE IT TO AMERICA 500

Clockwise from left: Cairo, 1962; two young people walk in front of a building at the

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Judas trees, and chestnuts kept the great lawns in shadow, and there were cocktail parties galore. Groppi, the world-famous restaurant and nightclub in which the German commander Erwin Rommel vowed to drink tea (but never managed to), was no longer. Still, the European contingent was everywhere, and Larry Durrell’s “Alexandria Quartet” was alive and well. Oh yes, I almost forgot—to be American back then in the Middle East was to be someone special, and I mean

really special.

Many years later I returned to Cairo for a sporting event, and it was another world. The Egyptian capital had turned into a hellhole, with uncounted millions living in the streets, the flotsam of humanity searching for a living wage in the once proud and beautiful city. Hence

N ATI ON AL ARC HAE OLO GI CAL M US E U M , ITALY

I HAVE SPENT a lot of time in the Middle East, and think about the place even more when far from its pungent smells and 1,001 Nights mysteries. I was sent there very young because my father owned textile factories in Africa, in Khartoum, and every weekend was spent in Cairo or Alexandria. Both cities back then were still cosmopolitan, with wonderful hotels, nightclubs, and restaurants. Nasser had not yet come to power, although King Farouk had been recently deposed. Outside my house in Alexandria, giant cypresses,

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University of Khartoum, 1956; Groppi’s Cafe, 1943; Alexander the Great.

TA K I my non-stop thoughts of what might have been. What if the Eisenhower administration had funded the Aswan Dam? What if the Americans had not sided with Israel and the Saudi fundamentalists against Nasser? One can then assume the Six Day War would not have happened. It is even possible that Egypt, with western aid, might have turned out to be a prosperous Arab cornerstone of democracy.

The same thoughts come to me about Iran, a country I’ve never visited.

Had Kim Roosevelt and other bright young chaps in the CIA not conspired

After we got rid of Mossadegh, we hit a losing streak in Cuba, Vietnam and Nicaragua, but we did succeed in Chile. Uncle Sam’s capacity not to learn from his mistakes should never be underestimated. The good uncle should read more history and act accordingly.

The greatest ruler of them all as far as the known world was concerned was Alexander the Great, considered a Greek god by Egyptians and other faraway tribes, the conqueror of Persia and India and all of the Middle East, who died from the plague aged 30. I can think of many others—Napoleon, Julius Caesar, Genghis Khan. It ended badly for most all of them. And don’t forget the Brits.

America and China today—and here is where the good uncle has to be very careful. Israel is as unreliable an ally as any nation called an ally can be, as are all Middle East nations and most African countries. No one in South America will raise a rifle to defend North American interests. In Europe, Poland, Greece, and Ukraine will, and perhaps Germany. As will Taiwan and Japan.

No need to list which countries will take China’s side in case the shooting starts. The fact that the Biden administration provided 2,000-pound bombs that have been used to flatten entire civilian Gaza neighborhoods, causing enormous casualties, is not a secret

Clockwise from bottom left: Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah of Iran, 1979; Mohammad Mosaddegh;

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illustration of the Peloponnesian War; Uncle Sam.

to topple the democratically elected and very popular premier Mohammed Mossadegh for his crime of nationalizing Iranian oil, and then saddling Iran’s 18 million people with the pompous, weak, but basically decent Shah Pahlavi, what then? Pahlavi was obsessed with trying to pass as royal—his father was a simple officer who took power in a coup and called himself a descendant of the Persian royalty of 2,000 years ago. This was Hollywood stuff, but the game of nations is a bit more serious. I met the shah in St. Moritz and dated his ex-wife Soraya. He gave the impression of being more concerned with whom she went out with than with the Iranian clergy boiling in anger underneath his rule.

The sun never sets on the empire, they once bragged; now they’re bragging how much rich Arabs and Indians pay for English grand houses and lands. (One of the pleasures of my life is watching titled Englishmen bowing and scraping in front of fat emirs at Ascot races.)

The theory that the Peloponnesian War started because the rise of Athens alarmed Sparta brings to mind modern China and the U.S. of A. Athens and Sparta fought each other to the ground after close to 30 years of warfare. The U.S. and China are now seen as almost equal rivals for the numero uno spot, so here is my warning. Athens and Sparta had multiple disputes involving minor cities allied with them. A bit like

around the world. The ratio of casualties is high among women and children. Mind you, it’s not all Uncle Sam’s doing: Western interference created a toxic legacy after the break up of the Ottoman Empire early in the 20th century. The creation of Israel and its behavior towards local Palestinians compounded the problem.

Good Uncle Sam, you’re 250 years old; if you want to be top banana at age 500, stay out of other people’s countries and policies. Look inwards, keep the bad guys out, and you’ll be sitting at the top table at age 500. I guarantee it. ◆ For more Taki: theamericanconservative.com A U GM UA SY T 2 0 2 36 8 01 0

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QUEST ARCHIVE: AUGUST 2009

WE USED TO OWN

THE BRONX

Growing up during “The WASP Ascendancy” of the 1950s and ’60s, journalist Eve “Topsy” Pell recounts the indulgence and alienation of a privileged childhood in her honest new book

I CANNOT IMAGINE any regular reader of Quest, or of the novels of Louis Auchincloss, who will not find Eve “Topsy” Pell’s recent book We Used to Own the Bronx: Memoirs of a Former Debutante (Excelsior Editions) absolutely fascinating. As much as any work I know, including my own, it captures with style and exactitude what a life of privilege felt, sounded, looked, and even tasted like in the late 1950s and early 1960s—a period that was, let’s face it, the last golden hurrah of what social historians might characterize as “The WASP Ascendancy.”

That said, let me enter a few disclaimers or confessions of interest and commonality. “Topsy” Pell, as the author was known during her schooldays and young married life, was my date for the Spring Dance at Exeter in 1953. No young woman of that time was prettier or brighter or carried off long white gloves with greater aplomb.

Later, for a brief period, I went out with a divine Vassar girl who would become Topsy’s sister-in-law. In 1950, my father and step-mother moved from Park Avenue to Old Brookville, on Long Island’s North Shore, to a place not far from the estate owned by Topsy’s mother and step-father, where she led the life she describes with 82 QUEST

bittersweet precision in the first half of We Used to Own the Bronx. Her mother was a Mortimer, which is a clan I know one or two things about; one of Topsy’s uncles has been among my closest and dearest friends for more than fifty years.

What makes this book stand out is how totally right it gets its subject matter, both as to fact and as to tone. You can take my word for this because, in the words of a great vaudeville comedian, “I was there, Charlie.” I know these places, these clubs, these people, these conventions, these attitudes, these prejudices.

I even had a Foxcroft mother who, like Topsy’s, succumbed to dementia. Take it from me, she gets it right.

She left that world after her first marriage dissolved and became for a while embroiled in the homicidal racial politics of the Bay Area. Her account of this period in her life is gripping stuff, but it’s not the central panel of her life’s triptych (which I would characterize as “Girlhood and Marriage,” “Black Panthers,” and “Coming to Terms”) that makes this book the standout that it is.

We Used to Own the Bronx is written from a rare combination of inside and outside. Both are essential. One must see that world plain: its graces, its defects,

its smallness, its style—and then try to set down what one has seen and reflected upon for the best part of a lifetime.

To do so well, as Topsy has realized, as Gore Vidal once remarked of Louis Auchincloss, one must be prepared to betray it. The betrayal, however, is, if not exactly “loving” (and what betrayal can be?), at least enlightening—and, in a balanced way, decently nostalgic. It was a world that, for all its alcohol-soaked narrowness and clubland triviality and lousy parenting techniques, had a style and way of doing things that makes it live with a certain rueful fondness in the memory of those of us who lived there.

I was crazy for Topsy fifty-five years ago. This remarkable book renews my grasp of why that was. As old friends and acquaintances of my age reflexively say to one another, “We really did have the best of it!” u Clockwise, from top left: Eve Pell (right) at her coming-out party in 1954; Pell on her wedding day in Pennsylvania; Gargy and Grandpa Mortimer at the Tuxedo Horse Show; the Mortimers with their grandchildren, c. 1935; Gargy Mortimer and her mother, Grandma Tilford, in Palm Beach. Center: Pell’s mother and husband Lewie in 1954.

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LOOK WHO’S TALKIN’ IN THE (MOSTLY) good old days, being a social photographer and going to benefits and parties like the ones shown here, was much more fun and interesting. There were many fewer photographers covering New York “society” and, as I was lucky enough to cover parties for prestigious publications like Vogue, The New York Times, WWD and Town & Country, I was one of the few granted almost unlimited inside access to the best events in town. Often only Bill Cunningham and I were invited inside. Also in those days, most partygoers were wearing their own clothes and went out to support their charities, of course, but also congregate with their friends.

Although the guests were usually aware of Bill and me, they went about enjoying the party without much of an eye on us.

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was often told “I didn’t even know you were there,” a great compliment to me.

Things changed when corporate sponsorship became usual.

Of course, much more money was raised, but the sponsors wanted more publicity, which meant more celebrities, more photographers, more self conscious posing, hand on hip, in borrowed clothes.

Looking at these pictures makes me smile, remembering beautiful, glamorous, and funny moments in my career. Today, thinking about our world and walking on Madison Avenue, the windows of elaborate ball gowns and jewel studded 4” stilettos seem somehow beside the point. I can’t imagine what “society” will be like in the future. But, to borrow a phrase, I am glad I was there, in the rooms where it happened! u

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Clockwise, from top left: Casey Ribicoff and Liz Rohatyn at the New York Public Library, 1997; Carolina Herrera and Barry Diller at Mortimer’s; Bruce Weber and C. Z. Guest; Pat Buckley and Aline Romanones with Judy Peabody (far left) at a Carolina Herrera fashion show; Lee Radziwill, Giorgio Armani, and Barbara Streisand, 1993. Opposite page: Gossip at Mortimer’s with Bob Colacello, 1989.

Clockwise, from top left: Meryl Streep and Valentino, 1995; Princess Diana at the Super Sale Gala at the National Building Museum in Washington D.C., 1996; Gianni Versace, David Bowie and Iman at the Costume Institute Gala, 2003;

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John F. Kennedy Jr., and Paul Wilmot.

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Clockwise, from above: Peter Duchin, John Cahill, Anne Slater, and Brooke Duchin laugh at Mortimer’s, 1989; Swifty Lazar’s birthday party at Mortimer’s, 1988, with Gloria Vanderbilt; Norman Mailer, Norris Church, and Eliah Kazan.

Clockwise, from top left: JFK, Jr. and Carolyn BessetteKennedy, 1996; Carolyne Roehm at the “7th on Sale” benefit, 1995; Daphne Guinness and Kenneth Jay Lane at the KJL Fashion Lunch at Avery Fisher Hall, 2008; Herb Ritts, Bill Cunningham, and Elizabeth Saltzman at the Costume Institute Gala, 1997; Christian Lacroix and Carolyne Roehm.

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Clockwise, from above: Donald Trump, Anna Wintour, and James Truman, 1995; Pat Buckley, Reinaldo Herrera, Carolina Herrera, Blaine Trump, and Johnny Galliher; Bianca Jagger, 1997.

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AS SUMMER GIVES way to the first hints of fall, this month’s edit celebrates the enduring good taste synonymous with the Quest 400.

From relaxed silhouettes and airy accessories to vibrant pops of color, these polished picks will carry you seamlessly through the season.

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Oscar de la Renta’s Draped

Cabochon Moonstone

Georgette Caftan Gown

& Diamond Earrings (White Gold). $10,100 at shrevecrumpandlow.com.

in green. $6,790 at oscardelarenta.com.

Veschetti’s 18k Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Black Onyx Bon Bon Ring. $10,500 at greenleafcrosby.com.

Verdura’s Gold, Platinum, and Diamond “Trio” Cuff. 18k yellow gold mount set with three platinum sections set with 116 round diamonds. $53,500 at verdura.com.

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Barton & Gray Mariners Club offers an assortment of membership options.

Members enjoy a lifetime of yachting with the ability to adjust their membership and take advantage of the ever-expanding harbors and new yachts being added to the club. Visit bartonandgray.com.

J.McLaughlin’s Madison Pants in Khaki ($198), Notting Blazer in Stone ($598), Needlepoint

Asprey’s Octopus Crystal

Belt in Greek Key in Navy/

Decanter in black. $1,025 at

Red ($118), and Rafe Suede

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Espadrilles in Caramel ($228).

Visit jmclaughlin.com.

Part of the The Frick Collection x Stubbs & Wootton collection, Gouthière Noir Private Stock Velvet Slippers celebrate a shared appreciation for European art, craftsmanship, and the beauty of objects. $700 at stubbsandwootton.com.

Paolo Martorano Bespoke represents a new tradition in fine tailoring - combining the highest standards of the artisanal tradition with an eye for contemporary style. 100% silk ties, made in Italy. $350 each. Visit paolostyle.com.

The new Flying Spur has arrived! In the world of luxury, true exclusivity takes time to perfect. Custom order your new MY27 Flying Spur now for delivery

by January 2027. Visit BramanBentleyPalmBeach. com or call 561.564.0715.

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Fresh Finds Pragnell’s Valkyrie 0.088ct Diamond Oval Chain Link Classic Necklace in 18ct Yellow Gold. $35,468 at pragnell.co.uk.

Nestled in Via Mizner off of Worth Avenue, Renato’s—a Palm Beach classic—impresses in every way, making it the perfect restaurant for any special occasion. Visit renatospalmbeach.com.

Step into the true Caribbean lifestyle surrounded by sun, sea, and endless amounts of fun!

Unbeatable prices and an amazing summer await you at Casa de Campo Resort & Villas in the Dominican Republic. Book your dream summer getaway now to save up to 40%, and turn your vacation dreams into reality making it the perfect escape for the whole family.

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In Between Chapters, Zibby Owens opens up about the chances she took and mistakes she made, sharing stories of friendship, parenting, divorce, loss, and love. Available to pre-order for $16 at Ralph Lauren Collection’s Chocolate/ Luggage Brown Long-Sleeve Crewneck Sweater with Embroidered Floral Motif, Chocolate Poplin Shirt, Brown Multi Fluid Tapestry Pant, Chocolate Calfskin Boot, Multi Stones-Faux Pearls Brooch, and Antique Silver/Brass Stone Earrings. Visit ralphlauren.com.

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The 21st Annual Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival takes place September 17-20 at Rosecliff Mansion in Newport, RI. One of New England’s premier epicurean events, the Festival offers the chance to taste an array of wines and spirits from around the world, along with flavors from celebrity chefs, culinary vendors, and local restaurants. Whether you’re a wine novice or a confirmed oenophile, it’s an experience you won’t want to miss. Tickets on sale at NewportMansions.org

Kiton’s Black and White Polkadot Head Scarf, 100% Silk ($555), Luna Shopping Bag in Milk White, 100% Cotton + Calfskin ($1,755), Black and White Polkadot One Piece Bathing Suit ($935), Black and White Polkadot Short Sleeve, Long Belted Dress, 100% Silk ($3,595). Visit the KITON Palm Beach Boutique at 340 Royal Poinciana Way or call 561.247.7392.

Jennifer Garrigues’ Petite Moroccan Lantern. Silver finish, black handle. $795 at shop. jennifergarrigues.com.

Bergamo Upper City Large Tote Bag in black. $295 at charlottekellogg.com.

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IN AN ISSUE celebrating the Quest 400—and the individuals and families who continue to shape society—few subjects feel more fitting than the British royal family. The monarchy has long captivated the public, and that fascination shows no signs of fading. Now, it takes center stage in Rizzoli’s latest volume, created in collaboration with Getty Images royal photographer Chris Jackson.

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From above: The Princess of Wales puts a reassuring hand around her husband during the inaugural Earthshot Prize Awards at Alexandra Palace in North London, 2021; King Charles III and Queen Camilla unveil their official Coronation State Portraits, painted by Peter Kuhfeld and Paul S. Benney respectively, during a visit to the National Gallery on the second anniversary of their Coronation, May 6, 2025. The portraits are now part of the Royal Collection. Opposite page, from above: Members of the royal family watch from the balcony of Buckingham Place after the Trooping the Color ceremony during Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee in London, 2022;

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From above: Catherine, Princess of Wales, smiles as she shares a joke with King Charles III and the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh after the Coronation. The Princess wears a stunning headpiece designed by British milliner Jess Collett in collaboration with Sarah Burton, formerly of Alexander McQueen; the Prince and Princess of Wales laugh as Lieutenant Colonel Robert Money puts a bearskin hat on his daughter Gaia’s head as they attend the 1st Battalion Irish Guards’

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St. Patrick’s Day Parade at Mons Barracks, Aldershot, 2022. Opposite page: Queen Camilla during a visit to Christ Church Primary School in Chelsea, 2024.

For nearly two decades, Jackson has established himself as one of the monarchy’s most trusted photographers.

Modern Majesty presents a curated portrait of a royal family evolving in the 21st century. From King Charles III’s historic accession and the expanding roles of the Prince and Princess of Wales to poignant family moments and wide-ranging public duties, Jackson captures the intimate and iconic scenes defining this new royal era. ◆ AU G U S T 2 0 2 6 101

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Q: What’s the state of the Palm Beach market?

A: The Palm Beach market remains exceptionally strong. Demand for premier properties continues to outpace supply, particularly in Palm Beach along the waterfront. While we have moved beyond the frenzied pace of the pandemic years, well-positioned properties are still attracting significant interest from both domestic and international buyers.

What we’re seeing today is a more sophisticated market. Buyers are highly informed, discerning, and focused on quality. They continue to view Palm Beach as one of the most desirable places in the country to live, invest, and spend time, and that long-term appeal continues to support values across the luxury market.

Q: What separates a property that sells quickly from one that sits?

A: Pricing and presentation have never been more important. The properties that sell quickly are the ones that enter the market with a realistic pricing strategy, exceptional marketing, and a compelling story. Today’s buyers want confidence that they’re purchasing a property that represents fair market value, whether it’s a historic estate, a waterfront residence, or a renovated condominium.

Properties that linger are often those that are priced based on yesterday’s market rather than today’s realities. In luxury real estate, the first impression is everything. When pricing, positioning, and exposure align correctly, the market responds.

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DANA KOCH Corcoran / 561.379.7718 / dana.koch@corcoran.com

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Q: What’s new or coming soon that readers should look forward to next season?

A: West Palm Beach continues to evolve into one of the most exciting luxury markets in the country. The transformation of Downtown West Palm Beach, including the continued growth of the NORA District and several high-profile residential developments, is creating an entirely new level of sophistication and walkability.

At the same time, Palm Beach remains as timeless and desirable as ever. New investment in hospitality, dining, and cultural institutions throughout the area is enhancing an already extraordinary lifestyle. The result is a dynamic relationship between Palm Beach’s classic elegance and West Palm Beach’s growing energy and innovation.

Q: What are the up-and-coming neighborhoods attracting young families?

A: Within West Palm Beach, we’re seeing tremendous interest in neighborhoods such as SoSo (South of Southern), El Cid, and Northwood. Families are drawn to their character, sense of community, proximity to Palm Beach/ downtown WPB amenities, and accessibility to schools and recreation.

We’re also seeing continued demand for any neighborhood that offers walkability, strong schools, and family-oriented lifestyles. Buyers today are seeking more than just a home— they’re seeking a community and a quality of life, and several of these neighborhoods are delivering exactly that.

Q: Anything else you’d like to share?

A: Palm Beach has always been a unique market, but today it is benefitting from a powerful combination of factors: lifestyle, financial strength, limited inventory, and continued investment throughout the region.

My advice to both buyers and sellers is to focus on long-term value. Real estate is rarely about timing the market perfectly; it’s about making smart decisions based on your goals and having a trusted and experienced real estate agent who understands the nuances of the market.

After more than two decades representing luxury buyers and sellers in Palm Beach, one thing remains true: exceptional properties will always command attention, and Palm Beach continues to be one of the most compelling luxury real estate markets in the world.

From above: 258 Pendleton Avenue in Palm Beach, Florida, listed for $8,250,000; Dana Koch. Opposite page: 258 Pendleton Avenue.

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LIZA PULITZER & WHITNEY MCGURK Brown Harris Stevens / 561.373.0666 or 561.310.7919 / lpulitzer@bhsusa.com or wmcgurk@bhsusa.com

Q: What sells quickly and what sits?

A: Pricing remains the single most important factor. When a property is priced correctly for the market, it tends to generate immediate interest and sell quickly. Truly unique or trophy properties can also command strong demand regardless of market conditions. Conversely, properties that lack distinctive features but are priced above market expectations often linger, requiring price adjustments before attracting serious buyers.

Q: What’s new in town?

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events planned for the upcoming season, as it continues to enhance Palm Beach’s already vibrant cultural and social scene.

Q: What are the up-and-coming neighborhoods?

A: One of the most sought-after emerging neighborhoods for young families is SoSo in West Palm Beach. Its close proximity to Palm Beach, growing collection of restaurants and local amenities, and easy access to the scenic Flagler Drive bike path make it an exceptionally attractive option for families seeking both convenience and lifestyle.

Q: Are sellers still anchored to the extraordinary prices achieved during the pandemic-era boom?

A: Many sellers continue to pursue aspirational pricing strategies. In many cases, these properties either remain on the market for extended periods or ultimately trade at reduced prices after testing buyer demand. We are seeing a number of sellers choose to “test the market” with pricing that exceeds current market realities.

From above: 6709 S Flagler Drive in West Palm Beach, Florida, listed for $19,950,000; Liza Pulitzer and Whitney McGurk.

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Q: What’s the state of the Palm Beach market?

A: We are currently in the midst of the traditional summer slowdown. Following an exceptionally strong season marked by robust activity and significant sales volume, the market naturally shifts into a quieter rhythm during the summer months.

While clients continue to fly in and out for showings and transactions are still occurring, the pace is more measured, which is typical for this time of year in Palm Beach.

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AMANDA GOLDWORM, MEGAN SCOTT, & MERRILL CURTIS The AMM Team at Sotheby’s International Realty / 212.606.4129 / ammteam@sothebys.realty

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Q: What’s the state of the Manhattan market?

A: The Manhattan real estate market has remained active heading into the summer months, with much of the momentum driven by the luxury segment. According to the Olshan Report, over the 14 weeks beginning June 1, 23% of contracts signed for properties priced at $4 million and above were for listings asking $10 million or more. At the same time, we have continued to see steady buyer engagement across all price points, particularly for well-located, move-in-ready properties.

Q: What creates urgency for buyers?

A: Renovated and centrally located off-market opportunities are especially motivating in creating urgency among buyers. Due to lower inventory levels, many active buyers have exhausted the currently available options on the market in their target budget and neighborhood. We have seen sellers achieve their asking price or even above from motivated buyers eager to secure a property without the uncertainty of increased competition.

Q: Any advice for sellers?

A: Historically, the fall market is one of the most active periods

in Manhattan real estate, particularly on the Upper East Side. For prospective sellers considering listing their apartment this fall, the summer months are an excellent time to prepare your property to list before the end of the year or in early 2027. We often advise our clients to take the time to pare down and complete minor repairs or touch-up paintwork prior to listing in order to ensure their properties are well-positioned for the market.

Q: Any notable up-and-coming neighborhoods?

A: Over the past couple of years, we have experienced several young couples and families move from downtown neighborhoods, such as Tribeca to the Upper East Side. In particular, we have seen many families and couples gravitate toward prewar floorplans that allow for separation between public and private spaces within an apartment or townhouse. In addition, the close proximity to Central Park, the ability to walk to schools and midtown offices, as well as the opening of new restaurants and social clubs are some of the factors that have drawn downtown residents to the Upper East Side.

From above: 115 East 67th Street, Apartment 7/8A in New York, New York, listed for $5,495,000; Megan Scott, Amanda Goldworm, and Merrill Curtis.

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JOHN & LISA CREGAN Sotheby’s International Realty / 847.651.7210 / john.cregan@sothebys.realty

Q: What sells quickly and what sits?

A: Too high a price is almost always the culprit when a property “sits.” But if priced fairly, new or recent construction/renovation sells fastest. Buyers want the bells and whistles from incorporating today’s technology into a home. And expectations have changed– especially in larger homes, buyers want features like his and her primary baths and closets. Then of course, there’s the move-in ready for season factor.

Q: What’s new/coming soon that our readers should look forward to next season?

A: Almost too much to list. Our chic new dining options in-town, Tutto Mare, The Polo Room and Coco’s are past their shakedown phase and fun additions to your rotation. Glazer Hall is now showing first-run movies. And in the South End, the new bike path is finished and the major redo of Phipps Ocean Park is shooting for a November reopening. More subtly, the town’s undergrounding 110 QUEST

of its utility lines is nearing completion. Palm Beach’s streets were always beautiful, but now with the poles and wires gone? Stunning!

Q: What are the up-and-coming neighborhoods?

A: SoSo, the West Palm neighborhood “South of Southern Blvd,” continues to be first choice for families priced out of Palm Beach’s North End. It’s got quiet streets, a good public school and proximity to great private schools. For even more accessible prices, sales activity is non-stop in the College Park neighborhood of Lake Worth directly south of SoSo. Mostly 1950’s ranches selling in the $700,000 to $1,500,000 range.

Q: Anything else you’d like to share?

A: One pro tip on the Palm Beach market: There’s always more available than what you see on-line. This time of year that “whisper market” is super-sized as agents and owners withdraw unsold listings for the summer months and hold back new listings until the fall. Our own off-market offerings run the gamut of a landmarked waterfront estate to a charming in-town three-bedroom to a dog-friendly South End condo. One we’re bringing back to market now is 255 El Pueblo Way– a renovated 4 bedroom house in the beachy North End. Tell us what you need– it may be available.

From above: 255 El Pueblo Way in Palm Beach, Florida, listed for $11,900,000; John and Lisa Cregan. Opposite page: 255 El Pueblo Way.

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Q: What’s the state of the Palm Beach market?

A: Well, it’s August, so most of our buyers are reading this somewhere cool and fabulous, but we’ve put both a house and a condo under contract this week. Summer may be quieter, but anyone coming down to look in July is serious! To answer your broader question, we continue to see a fairly balanced market. Prices are steady and neither sellers nor buyers have the upper hand.

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255 El Pueblo Way in Palm Beach.

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Q: Are sellers still anchored to pandemic-era prices?

A: Yes, but there is definitely a distinction between insisting on a price that has no relevance and trying to list a property in the ultra luxury market that is “anchored” to a price of a sold property that does reflect a comparable value but is a one in a million deal that will not duplicate itself. This is probably the most difficult conversation to have with sellers. There are sales that transpire because the buyer wanted a specific property for a specific reason. This may not relate to a market trend but rather a wealthy individual who wants some112 QUEST

thing specific no matter the premium they pay. At the $10M+ price range, there are no direct comparables. All of these properties are distinct in many ways. We are not comparing square footage numbers or size of acreage. The buyers are buying a lifestyle and how the property makes them feel. It is human nature to go back to old sales data if it increases the value of a current seller’s property. We cannot look at record breaking deals to justify current values when the world has changed. When values increased during the pandemic, these sales also occurred with lower interest rate conditions. It is also important to present the property into the market, regardless of the season, when the market is having an influx of activity.

Q: Anything else you’d like to share?

A: I do a lot of transactions in other Fairfield County communities.

The reason that homeowners reach out to me is due to my business acumen and experience in the luxury market. A property that I am representing in Darien is a great example of luxury, history, completely restored and renovated and has 200 feet of waterfrontage.

From above: 207-209 Long Neck Point in Darien, Connecticut, listed for $12,995,000 and $16,995,000 with additional acreage; Shelly Tretter Lynch.

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Q: What’s the state of the Greenwich market?

A: The Greenwich real estate market remains one of strongest luxury housing markets in the Northeast. We have limited inventory, steady or rising prices, and high demand from local residents and NYC buyers. The median price in Greenwich has reached into the low $3M range. The $10M+ market has been strong and dominant in the first half of 2026. Despite mortgage rates remaining above recent historical norms, Greenwich continues to outperform many surrounding markets. Affluent buyers, many purchasing with significant equity or cash, have helped insulate the market from broader economic headwinds.

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CRISTINA CONDON & KEVIN CONDON Sotheby’s International Realty / 561.301.2211 or 646.457.8919 / cristina.condon@sothebys.realty or kevin.condon@sothebys.realty

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Q: What’s the state of the Palm Beach market?

A: After a slower start to the season, the Palm Beach market gained significant momentum in March and has remained remarkably active ever since. Buyer confidence in the single-family home sector continues to strengthen, with strong demand for both move-in-ready properties and homes offering renovation or new construction. Limited inventory remains a key driver of competition, particularly for well-located properties.

Q: What sells quickly and what sits?

A: Pricing remains the most important factor in determining how quickly a property sells. Even in a strong market, buyers are highly informed and responsive to value. Beyond pricing, presentation plays a critical role. A bright, clean, and well-maintained home allows buyers to envision themselves living there and creates an immediate emotional connection.

I encourage sellers to declutter, address deferred maintenance, and ensure the property shows at its absolute best. If the home’s interior feels dated, professional staging can be a worthwhile investment, often helping buyers appreciate a home’s full potential and accelerating the sale process.

Q: What’s new in town?

A: The recent opening of The Vineta Hotel is an exciting addition to Palm Beach. This boutique 41-room luxury property brings a new level of hospitality and service to the island, catering to an ultra-luxury clientele and further enhancing Palm Beach’s appeal as a world-class destination.

Looking ahead, several private social and sports clubs are expected to open over the next few years. Among the most anticipated is Court Club, a racquet and wellness destination scheduled to open in 2027. The club will offer pickleball, padel, and tennis, along with an array of lifestyle amenities that reflect the evolving interests of today’s residents.

Q: What are the up-and-coming neighborhoods?

A: Young families continue to gravitate toward the historic neighborhoods of West Palm Beach, particularly from El Cid south through South of Southern (SoSo). These areas offer a unique combination of character, charm, and convenience, with easy access to downtown and Palm Beach Island. ◆ From above: Aerial view of 141 Australian Avenue, Palm Beach, Florida, available for rent; Cristina and Kevin Condon.

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On August 1st, the 57th Annual "Keep Tahoe Blue" Fashion Show featuring Oscar de la Renta will take place on the shore of Lake Tahoe.

For more information, visit keeptahoebluefashionshow.com.

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The 57th Annual "Keep Tahoe Blue" Fashion Show featuring Oscar de la Renta will take place on the shores of Lake Tahoe. In the summer of 1969, Bill Blass made a memorable entrance to Lake Tahoe, greeted by an eager assembly of summer residents. Walking barefoot along a makeshift plywood runway on Rubicon Beach, he unveiled his Fall Collection to the event's inaugural 100 guests. Twenty years later, in 1999, Blass passed the torch to the iconic Oscar de la Renta, who faithfully continued the tradition of showcasing his legendary Collections until his passing in 2014. Today, Oscar de la Renta's legacy endures, with continued support for the event under the stewardship of CEO Alex Bolen. For more information, visit keeptahoebluefashionshow.com.

of excitement, elegance, and unforgettable moments. Join your friends and neighbors for a beloved tradition that supports

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, East Hampton Emergency Department, and the care our community depends

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HAMPTONS CONCOURS

RAND Luxury proudly presents the annual Hamptons Concours d’Elegance – an exclusive, Invitation-Only charity event held on a private estate in Bridgehampton.

Guests will experience over $100 million in collector cars, vintage timepieces, artwork, estate jewelry & more while enjoying a fully catered brunch, top-shelf spirits, scotch tastings, and hand-rolled cigars. For more information, visit randluxury.com.

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Hope for Depression Research Foundation will host its annual Race of Hope in Southampton at 8:30 a.m. For more information, visit southampton.raceofhopeseries. com.

HOSPITAL SUMMER PARTY

The 68th Annual Summer Party returns under a beautifully adorned tent for an evening full

on. For more information, visit southamptonhospitalfoundation.org.

On August 7th, the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will host its 50th Annual Museum Ball in Saratoga at 7 p.m. For more information, visit racingmuseum.org.

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Events, an impactful program, and a special musical performance. For more information, visit give.northwell.edu/events/summerhamptons-evening.

Hamptons in East Hampton.

Cocktails begin at 6:30 p.m., with dinner served promptly at 8 p.m. For more information, visit arfhamptons.org.

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East Hampton Library will present its 22nd Annual Authors Night fundraiser. Widely regarded as one of the most popular and celebritystudded events of the summer calendar, Authors Night brings together 100 authors across genres for an evening of book signings, conversation, and private dinners held in their honor including Mom’s Book of Wisdom by Norah Lawlor. For more information, visit authorsnight.org.

NEWPORT MASQUERADE

On August 8th, the Preservation Society of Newport County will host its annual Dinner Dance: Midsummer Masquerade at Rosecliff at 7 p.m.

For more information, visit newportmansions.org.

Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame’s Museum Ball in Saratoga.

The theme for this classic blacktie event is Black and White. In honor of the 50th anniversary, there will be an afterparty in the Hall of Fame! For more information and to purchase tickets, visit racingmuseum.org.

support the Institute. The evening celebration will include dinner under the tent by Lawrence Scott

The Preservation Society of Newport County will host its annual Dinner Dance at Rosecliff at 7 p.m. This year’s black tie dinner dance invites guests to embrace the intrigue of a masked evening — from elegant Venetian-inspired designs to modern masks of satin and metallic. For more information, visit newportmansions.org.

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BOW WOW MEOW BALL

Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons will hold its annual Bow Wow Meow Ball at the William P. Rayner Training Center at ARF

HAMPTONS BENEFIT

NYC Second Chance Rescue will host its 5th Annual Hamptons Benefit at a private estate in Bridgehampton.

For more information, visit nycsecondchancerescue.org.

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HAMPTON CLASSIC

The annual Hampton Classic Horse Show will take place in Bridgehampton through August 30th. For more information, visit hamptonclassic.com.

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WETHERSFIELD LUNCHEON

Friends of Wethersfield will host its annual Garden Luncheon in Amenia at 11:30 a.m. The event celebrates community, stewardship, and legacy within Wethersfield’s breathtaking 1,000-acre historic landscape.

This year honors Zibby Farran Tozer for her enduring commitment to Conservation, Horticulture, and the Cultural Arts. For more information, visit wethersfield.org.

GUILD HALL GALA

Guild Hall’s Summer Gala will celebrate the arts. The Gala will feature galleries and gardens, culminating in dinner and dancing on the beautifully appointed grounds. For more information, visit guildhall.org.

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Northwell Health’s Katz Institute for Women’s Health will hold its Summer Hamptons Evening in Water Mill. The event will be hosted by presenting sponsors Victoria Moran-Furman, Eric Moran, Iris and Saul Katz, and Larry Scott, with Good Day New York’s Rosanna Scotto serving as emcee. Funds raised will

On August 23rd, the annual Hampton Classic Horse Show will take place in Bridgehampton through August 30th.

For more information, visit hamptonclassic.com.

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I N T R O D U C T I O N B Y C H O L LY VA N V L I E T

AS THE MORE SEASONED and perspicacious Quest reader will note, this annual issue marks another year when we pause to salute Society’s stalwart individuals who continue to make a difference in the communities and institutions they inhabit and command.

Although some wags have bellowed about town that such lists—indeed “society as we once knew it”—are as dead as Ward McAllister’s prized walnuts, Quest prefers the more enlightened view of our editor-in-chief, David Patrick Columbia, who three-plus decades ago quipped: “Whereas Mrs. Astor’s subjects were distinctly old-family members of old New York, the Quest 400 is distinctly the jet-age family members who can find themselves here, there, and everywhere on any given day.”

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standards of caring, giving and building onto their heritage.

Mirroring the tidal ebb and flow of the aformentioned social standings, a few of the once revered “old-line” philanthropies have sadly lost their way, allowing their original missions to be compromised, if not corrupted by their quest (apologies, dear reader!) to post ever bigger numbers and dollar amounts in the endless calcutta of charitable fund-raising.

Ahh... one can almost hear Society’s founding forebearers groaning from their graves (including my dear Dutch aunt)!

Fortunately, there are a number of new altrustic endeavors poised to supercede those once venerable, but now atropic institutions. A few years back, Quest recognized “The Next Generation of Giving,” tipping our hats to a half dozen freshfaced charities. The article’s author, pointed out that, with so many charitable causes to choose from, there was absolutely “no excuse for apathy.” We endorse this conclusion and will continue to report on its charitable progress.

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Acquavella, Bill and Donna . . . . . . . . . . . .

Acquavella, Alex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Acquavella, Nick and Travis . . . . . . . . . . .

Adams, Cindy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Addison, Bruce and Michael Foster . . . . .

Adler, Catherine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adler, Jonathan and Simon Doonan . . . .

Aga Khan, Princess Yasmin . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ainslie, Michael and Suzanne . . . . . . . . . .

Albers, Ruediger and Maggie . . . . . . . . . .

Allen, Chris and Kate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Allen, Joe and Annette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ames, Anthony and Cetie . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Amling, Jeffrey and Katie . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Amory, Julia and Minot IV . . . . . . . . . . . .

Anderson, Brenda and Kelley . . . . . . . . . .

Anthony, Silas and Anne . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Anthony, Silas Jr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Antonini, Mrs . Marion (Penny) . . . . . . . .

Araskog, Mrs . Rand (Jessie) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Armstrong, Joe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Arnot, Courtney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Arrouet, Paul and Dylan Lauren . . . . . . . .

Asen, Scott . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Astley, Amy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Aston, Sherrell and Muffie Potter . . . . . . .

Aston, Brad and Valerie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Aston, Jay and Allison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Atkins, Charles and Lisa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Auletta, Ken and Amanda “Binky” Urban Ayres, Charlie and Sara . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Azqueta, Lian Fanjul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Azqueta, Norberto Jr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Bacanovic, Peter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bacon, Louis and Gabrielle . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bacon, Zack and Amanda Ross . . . . . . . .

Bahrenburg, Genevieve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Baier, Bret and Amy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Baker, George IV and Anne . . . . . . . . . . . .

Baker, Marianna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Baker, Kane and Mary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Balkin, Norman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ballard, Mrs . Bob (Lucinda) . . . . . . . . . . .

Bancroft, Mrs . Thomas (Barbie) . . . . . . .

Bancroft, Cryder and Elsie Swank . . . . . .

Bancroft, Mrs . William (Debbie) . . . . . . .

Bancroft, Townsend and Brooke . . . . . . .

Bardenheier, Joe and Camilla Bradley . . .

Barish, Keith and Ann . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bass, Sid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Basso, Dennis and Michael Cominotto . .

Beach, Charlie and Cece . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Beard, Anson and Deborah . . . . . . . . . . . .

Beard, Anson Jr . and Veronica Miele . . . .

Beard, Jamie and Veronica Swanson . . . .

Beinecke, Frances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Beinecke, Rick and Candace . . . . . . . . .

Beirne, Paul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bell, Joel and Marife Hernandez . . . . . . . .

Benedict, Daniel and Andrew Saffir . . . . .

Benoit, Mrs . Peter (Nellie) . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Benson, Dan and Dory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Benson, Harry and Gigi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Berg, Lori . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Berkowitz, Tim and Amy . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bernbach, John and Violaine . . . . . . . . . . .

Bernhard, Bill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Berry, Bruce and Alexandra . . . . . . . . . . .

Bewkes, Jeff and Lisa Carco . . . . . . . . . . . .

Biddle, Christine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Biggs, Mrs . Jeremy H . (Friederike) . . . . . .

Bilhuber, Jeffrey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bishop, Brooks and Olympia Shields . . . .

Black, Andrew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Black, Lee and Cece . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Blair, Mrs . William (Deeda) . . . . . . . . . . .

Blinken, Alan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Blinken, Mrs . Donald (Vera) . . . . . . . . . . .

Bloch, Godfrey and Marge . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Block, John and Hilary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bloomberg, Michael and Diana Taylor . .

Blum, Mrs . Andy (Flis) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Boardman, Mrs . T . Dennie (Cynthia) . . .

Boardman, Dixon and Arriana . . . . . . . . .

Boardman, Serena and John Theodoracopulos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bodini, Francesca and Jack Sherman . . . .

Bofferding, Louis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bohannon, James and Katherine . . . . . . .

Bohannon, Benton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bohannon, Tony and Lia Reed . . . . . . . . .

Bolander, Lars and Nadine Kalachnikoff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bolen, Alex and Eliza Reed . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bontecou, Gail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bontecou, Tim and Felicity . . . . . . . . . . . .

Boren, Reid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Borynack, Jimmy and Adolfo Zaralegui .

Bostwick, Tommy and Emily Hottensen . . . . .

Bowles, Hamish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Boykin, Mary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bradfield, Geoffrey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Braddock, Mrs . Rick (Susan) . . . . . . . . . . .

Brady, Mark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Braff, Doug and Meg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Breck, Henry and Wendy . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Breck, Christopher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Breck, Owen and Rhea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bregman, Mrs . Martin (Cornelia) . . . . . .

Briger, Cris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Briggs, Jason . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brinker, Ambassador Nancy . . . . . . . . . . .

Brodsky, Dan and Esty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brodsky, Alexander and Tom . . . . . . . . . .

Brodsky, Jim and Philip McCarthy II . . . .

Brodsky, Katy and Simone Falco . . . . . . . .

Brokaw, George and Alison . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brokaw, Tom and Meredith . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bronfman, Edgar Jr . and Clarissa . . . . . . .

Brooks, Michael and Dede . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brown, Cabell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brown, Chris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brown, Matt and Marisa . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brownlow, Girard and Jane Baird . . . . . . .

Brumder, Will and Chris . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bryan, Billy and Christina . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bryan, Katherine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Buckley, Chris and Katy Close . . . . . . . . .

Buffett, Mrs . Jimmy (Jane) . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Buhl, Henry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bull, Bartle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bull, Bartle Breese and Claudia . . . . . . . . .

Bunn, George and Jane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Burch, Bob and Dale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Burch, Tory and Pierre-Yves Roussel . . . .

Burden, Amanda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Burden, Belle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Burden, Mrs . Carter (Susan) . . . . . . . . . . .

Burger, John . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Burke, Susan and Ned Dukehart . . . . . . . .

Burke, Robert and George Sotelo . . . . . . .

Burke, Mrs . Edwin (Virginia) . . . . . . . . . .

Burnap, Mrs . Bartlett (Candy) . . . . . . . . .

Burnham, Patricia and Bill Brock . . . . . . .

Burns, Mrs . Brian (Eileen) . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Burns, Richard and Cricket . . . . . . . . . . . .

Burns, Don . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Burris, David and Susan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bush, Hugh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bush, Mrs . Jonathan (Jody) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bush, Sharon and Bob Murray . . . . . . . . .

Butcher, Billy and Natalie . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bylin, Eric and Whitney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Calder, Donald and Ann . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Caldwell, Jeffrey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Calhoun, Robert and Liza Pulitzer . . . . . .

Calhoun, Benn and Molly . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Califano, Joseph Jr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Callaway, Mrs . David (Brenda) . . . . . . . . .

Canet, Alejandro and Charlotte Ross . . . .

Caravaggi, Robert and Blaine . . . . . . . . . .

Carduner, Wendy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Carney, Mrs . Michael (Lisa) . . . . . . . . . . .

Carpenter, Mrs . Ed (Mary) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Carson, Bill and Laurie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Carter, Graydon and Anna Scott . . . . . . .

Cartter, Jill Warburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Carver, Michael and Byrdie Bell . . . . . . . .

Cashin, Dick and Lisa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Castle, John K . and Marianne . . . . . . . . . .

Castle, John S . and Rosanna . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cave, Edward Lee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chantecaille, Alexandra and Olivia . . . . .

Chapman, Duncan and Barbara . . . . . . . .

Chase, Chris and Jayne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chisholm, Hugh and Daisy . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chopin, Frank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Churchill, Lady Henrietta . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Churchill, Lady Jane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Churchill, Mrs . Winston (Luce) . . . . . . . .

Cicognani, Alejandra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Clark, Alfred and Querube . . . . . . . . . . . .

Clark, Stephanie and Fred . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Clark, Stephen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cohen, James and Lisa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cohn, Charles Stephen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Colacello, Bob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Coleman, Chase and Stephanie . . . . . . . . .

Coleman, Denis and Annabelle . . . . . . . .

Coleman, Denis III and Meredith . . . . . .

Coleman, Nicholas and Briggs . . . . . . . . .

Coleman, Oliver “Oli” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Coleman, Payson and Kim . . . . . . . . . . . .

Coleman, Reed and Lindsey . . . . . . . . . . .

Coleman, Timothy and Libby . . . . . . . . . .

Colhoun, Nancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Colley, Bryan and Sarah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Colley, Bruce and Teresa . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Collier, Sam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Collins, Mrs . Bradley (Amy Fine) . . . . . . .

Collins, Nancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Columbia, David Patrick . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Colwell, Bryan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Condon, Cristina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Condon, Kevin and Katherine Lande . . .

Connolly, John . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Connor, Marina Rust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Connor, Sassy Johnson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Conover, Gery and Paula . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cook, Mark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cook, Everett and Helen Blodgett . . . . . .

Cooke, Richard and Wendy . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cooney, Ted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cooper, Anderson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cooper, Maria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Corcoran, Barbara . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cord, Cece . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cordish, Reed and Maggie Katz . . . . . . . .

Corl, James and Krista . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cormier, Judy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Couturier, Robert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cox, Howard and Wendy Bingham . . . . .

Creel, Jamie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Creel, Jennifer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Creel, Larry and Dana Fentress . . . . . . . . .

Cregan, John and Lisa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Crespi, Pilar and Steve Robert . . . . . . . . . .

Cullen, Matthew and Maura . . . . . . . . . . .

Cullman, Edgar and Ellie . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Curtin, Jack and Beth Nowers . . . . . . . . . .

Curtis, Curt and Mimi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Curtis, Ashton and Merrill Hanley . . . . . .

Curtis, Remington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cushing, Mrs . Howard (Nora) . . . . . . . . .

Cushing, Howard Jr . and Lucia . . . . . . . . .

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Damgard, Britty and John . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dana, Charlie and Posy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dance, Andrew and Jennifer Lloyd . . . . .

Dauman, Philippe and Deborah . . . . . . . .

David-Weill, Mrs . Michel (Hélène) . . . . .

Davis, Christina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Davis, Peter and Ted Hildner . . . . . . . . . .

Dawkins, Pete and Mary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . de Borchgrave, Mrs . Arnaud (Alexandra) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . de Bourbon-Parma, Princesse Maria Pia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . de Cabrol, Milly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . de Caraman, Countess Cristina . . . . . . . . de Guardiola, Roberto and Joanne . . . . . . de Koning, Daria and Theo Avgerinos . . de Koning, Joep and Dixie . . . . . . . . . . . . . de Kwiatkowski, Lulu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . de la Renta, Mrs . Oscar (Annette) . . . . . . de Montebello, Philippe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . de Neufville, Thomas and Carolina . . . . . de Neufville, Peter and Joanna . . . . . . . . . de Neufville, John . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . de Peyster, Ashton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . de Portago, Barbara . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . de Sayve, Countess Mona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . de Vogel, Willem and Marion . . . . . . . . . .

Dean, Thomas and Caroline . . . . . . . . . . .

Deane, Walter L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Desiderio, Arlene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Devine, Mrs . Tom (Alix) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . deWoody, Beth Rudin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dewey, Thomas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dexter-Jones, Ann . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . di Bonaventura, Peter and Bridgett . . . . .

Diamond, Jay and Alexandra . . . . . . . . . .

Dick, Hilary Limbocker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Diller, Barry and Diane von Furstenberg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dodge, Mrs . John (Lore) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Donahue, J . Barry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Donahue, Nevan and Sarah Berner . . . . .

Donahue, Clay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Donnell, Maureen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Donnell, Michael . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Donnelly, Shannon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Donner, Alex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Douglas, Camille . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Douglass, Robert Jr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Douglass, Whitney Miller . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dowling, Peter and Deb Willis . . . . . . . . .

Drake, Mrs . Rod (Jacqueline) and Billy .

Beadleston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Drexel, Nicky and Jacqueline Astor . . . . .

Druckenmiller, Stanley and Fiona . . . . . . du Pont, Lauren and Richard . . . . . . . . . .

Duchin, Peter and Virginia Coleman . . . .

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Duckworth-Schachter, Elijah and Katy . .

Duenas, Miguel and Vivian . . . . . . . . . . . .

Duff, Ted and Lauren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Duff, Patricia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Duffy, Jim and Susan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Duke, Mrs . Anthony (Luly) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Duke, Randolph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Durkes, Richard W . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Durkin, Charles P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dwyer, D .R . and Priscilla . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dyson, John and Kathe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Eastman, Mrs . John (Jodie) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ecclestone, Llwyd and Diana . . . . . . . . . . .

Edwards, Philip and Ali . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Egerton, Webb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Elliott, Mrs . Osborne (Inger) . . . . . . . . . . .

Ellison, Mrs . Nancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Elwell, David and Christie . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Elson, Ambassador Ed and Susie . . . . . . .

Embry, Tally and Maggie . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Emmanuel, Nicholas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ercklentz, Cornelia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Espy, Peter and Amanda . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Evans, Mrs . Harold (Tina) . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Eyre, Bill Jr . and Katharine . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Fales-Hill, Susan and Aaron Hill . . . . . . .

Fallon, Tom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The Fanjuls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Farias, George . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Farkas, Andrew and Sandi . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Farkas, Jonathan and Somers . . . . . . . . . .

Farrell, Billy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fekkai, Frédéric and Shirin von Wulffen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Feldman, Mrs . Richard (Diana) . . . . . . . .

Fennebresque, Kim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fernandez, Luis and Lillian . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ferrare, Cristina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ferrer, Jeanne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ferrer, Molly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Field, Mrs . Dick (Sky) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Field, Nikki and Stephen . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fine, Lisa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Finkelstein, Jimmy and Pamela . . . . . . . . .

Firth, Edmée and Nicholas . . . . . . . . . . . .

Firyal, Princess of Jordan . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fischer, David and Jennifer . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fisher, Neil and Debbie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fisk, Averell and Kirsten . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fitzgerald, Terry and Libby . . . . . . . . . . . .

Flatto, Olivia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Florence, Anthony and Claire . . . . . . . . . .

Floyd, Raymond and Jennifer . . . . . . . . . .

Flusser, Alan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Foley, Tom and Lesley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fomon, Bobby and Jill Fairchild . . . . . . .

The Forbeses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ford, Anne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ford, Charlotte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Forsberg, Lars and Kelly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Forsythe, Sabrina Pray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Foster, Jane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Foster, Ridgely and Letsy . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Frank, James and Claiborne . . . . . . . . . . .

Frantz, Scott and Icy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Freedman, Bess . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Frelinghuysen, Anson and Emma . . . . . .

Frelinghuysen, George and Nonnie . . . . .

Frelinghuysen, Mrs . Peter (Barrett) . . . . .

Freund, Hugh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Frist, Tommy and Julie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Frost, Dora . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuchs, Michael J . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuller, Gillian Spreckels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Galesi, Francesco and Marina . . . . . . . . . .

Gammill, Lee and Jane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gandhi, Meera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gardiner, Mrs . Robert (Liz) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gardiner, Susan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Garrett, Mrs . Rob (Jacquie) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Garrigues, Jennifer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gauntt, Jonathan and Samantha . . . . . . .

Gay, Marion and John . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gaynor, Mrs . Vere (Susie) . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Geary, Jack and Dolly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Geary, Ted and Olivia Tiernan . . . . . . . . .

Geddes, Robin and Anne . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Geddes, Max and Missy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Georgescu, Peter and Barbara . . . . . . . . . .

Georgiopoulos, Peter and Kara . . . . . . . . .

Gerry, Ebby and Kitty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gerschel, Mrs . Patrick (Elizabeth) . . . . . .

Giard, George and Wendell . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gilbane, Billy and Jeffrey Tousey . . . . . . .

Gilbert, Mrs . Parker (Gail) . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gilbertson, Mark F . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gilligan, Fernanda and Adrian Jess . . . . .

Gilman, Kay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gilmour, Mrs . David (Jill) . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ginnel, Ben and Jaclene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ginnel, Daniel and Kathleen . . . . . . . . . . .

Giordano, Mark and Sallie . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Givner, Mrs . Colt (Pamela Fiori) . . . . . . .

Glantz, Alexander and Kirsten . . . . . . . . .

Glascock, Steve and Barbara van Beuren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Glass, John and Martha . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The Goelets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Goldworm, Sam and Amanda . . . . . . . . . .

Goodale, Jim and Toni . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Goodman, Chris and Julia . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Goodrich, Mrs . Jock (Buttons) . . . . . . . . .

Goss, Jared duPont . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gotbaum, Mrs . Victor (Betsy) . . . . . . . . . .

Gould, Mrs . George (Darcy) . . . . . . . . . . .

Grace, Jack and Sherri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Graev, Larry and Lorna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Graham, Cathy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Grassi, Mrs . Temple (Ellie) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Grauer, Peter and Laurie . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gregory, Peter and Jamee . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Griscom, Lloyd Jr . and Hope . . . . . . . . . . .

Grunwald, Mrs . Henry (Louise) . . . . . . . .

Gruss, Martin and Audrey . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gruss, Shoshanna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Guare, John and Adele Chatfield-Taylor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gubelmann, Billy and Shelley . . . . . . . . . .

Gubelmann, Jimmy and Kate . . . . . . . . . .

Gubelmann, Marjorie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gubelmann, Mrs . Susan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gubelmann, Bingo, Phoebe and Tantivy . . .

Guernsey, Tony and Eve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Guerrand-Hermès, Valesca . . . . . . . . . . . .

Guerrini-Maraldi, Antoinette and Hans Kertess . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Guest, Alexander . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Guest, Cornelia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Guest, Mrs . Freddie (Carole) . . . . . . . . . . .

Guest, Lisa Frederick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gugelmann, Zani . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gumprecht, Christopher . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gumprecht, Ian and Aileen . . . . . . . . . . .

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Watch Hill

400 THE QUEST

Gunther, Jack D. Jr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gurley, George and Hilary Heard. . . . . . .

Gustin, Andrew and Bracken . . . . . . . . . .

Gutfreund, Mrs. John (Susan) . . . . . . . .

Guthrie, Randolph and Bea . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gutierrez, Lourdes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gwathmey, Bette Ann. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LYDI A M ARI E E L I Z AB ETH

H

Hackett, Mrs. Monte (Mayme) . . . . . . . . .

Hackley, Maria and Sherlock . . . . . . . . . .

Haden-Guest, Anthony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hager, Henry and Jenna Bush . . . . . . . . . .

Halberstam, Julia and Ryan Harvey . . . . .

Hall, Betsy and Chip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hall, Penelope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hamilton, Matt and Anne . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hamilton, Christy and Ted McGraw . . . .

Hamilton, George . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hamm, Mrs. William (Candy) . . . . . . . . .

Hampton, Mrs. Mark (Duane) . . . . . . . . .

Hampton, Kate and David Breithbarth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hanley, Dan and Denise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hanley, Allie and Charlie Crocker . . . . . .

Hardwick, Mrs. Bob (Beth) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Harpel, James W. and Judy Howard . . . . .

Harris, Mrs. Ira (Nicki) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Harris, Patti and Mark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Harrison, Bill and Anne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Harrison, Mai. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Harrison, Walter and Ann Howard . . . . .

Hassen, Tom and Melinda . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hathaway, Philips “Pete” . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hawks, Kitty and Larry Lederman . . . . . .

Hay, R. Couri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hayman, Gale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hayward, Brooke. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hayward, Frances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hearst, Amanda and Joachim Rønning. .

Hearst, Anne and Jay McInerney . . . . . . .

Hearst, Patricia and Jamie Figg . . . . . . . . .

Hearst-Shaw, Gillian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hearst-Shaw, Lydia and Chris Hardwick . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Heinz, Chris and Sasha Lewis . . . . . . . . . .

Held, Jim and Kenn Karakul . . . . . . . . . . .

Henckels, Kirk and Fernanda Kellogg . . .

Herrera, Mrs. Reinaldo (Carolina) . . . . . .

Hess, Marlene and James Zirin . . . . . . . . .

Heyman, Marshall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hickox, Chat and Linda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hidalgo, David and Mary Ann Tighe . . .

Hill, Tom and Janine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hilliard, Landon and Kiwi . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hilliard, Mary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hilson, Gail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hinman, George and Emilie . . . . . . . . . . .

Hirsch, Caroline and Andrew Fox . . . . . .

Hirsch, Jeffrey and Danielle. . . . . . . . . . . .

Hitz, Alex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hoadley, Amy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hobbs, Fritz and Linda. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hobbs, Nick and Lauren . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hogan, Michael and Margot . . . . . . . . . . .

Hoge, Jim and Casey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hoge, Sharon King . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Holt, Matt and Callie Baker. . . . . . . . . . . .

Holzer, Mrs. Jane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hormats, Robert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Horn, Mrs. Steve (Linda) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Horn, Stoddard and Leslie . . . . . . . . . . . .

Horvitz, Michael and Jane . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Houghton, Charles “Chuck” and Lise Bang-Jensen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hovnanian, Ara and Rachel. . . . . . . . . . . .

Howard, Pamela and Wynn Laffey. . . . . .

Howard, Philip and Alexandra . . . . . . . . .

Howard-Potter, Jake and Erica . . . . . . . . .

Howe, David and Ritchey . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hoyt, Tony and Mark Daniels. . . . . . . . . .

Hubbard, Bill and Robin . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hufty, Page Lee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Husain, Fazle and Blair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hussein, Her Majesty Queen Noor . . . . .

Husted, Bill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hutchins, Winston and Diane. . . . . . . . . .

Hutton, Punch and John Hodges . . . . . . .

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Ingham, Joy Hirshon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Irwin, Arthur and Kathy . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Isham, Chris and Jennifer . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Isham, Ralph and Ala . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Isles, Philip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ittleson, Tony and Chan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ives, Mrs. Philip (Caroline) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ives, Alexander C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

J

Jagger, Bianca . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

James, Mrs. Bob (Anne) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

James, Tony and Aimee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Janjigian, Robert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Janklow, Mrs. Mort (Linda) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Janney, Stuart III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Javits, Eric Sr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Javits, Eric Jr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Johnson, Charles and Ann. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Johnson, Ellie and Jay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Johnson, Jamie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Johnson, Richard and Sessa von Richthofen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Johnson, Ambassador Woody and Suzanne. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Jordan, Jerry and Darlene . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Joseph, Ken and Robyn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Joseph, Wendy and Jeffrey Ravetch . . . . .

Jurdem, Ann and Arnold . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

K

Kanavos, Paul and Dayssi. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Kaplan, Ed and Nathalie Gerschel . . . . . .

Kargman, Harry and Jill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Kassimir, Joel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Kaufman, Mrs. George (Mariana) . . . . . .

Kean, Roy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Keating, Ann . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Keeler, Alexander and Gail . . . . . . . . . . . .

Keith, Jayne Teagle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Keller, David and Avery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Kellogg, Charlotte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Kellogg, Chris and Vicki . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Kelly, Ray and Veronica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Kemble, Celerie and Stephen Roesler . . .

Kemble, Phoebe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Kempner, Tom and Kitty . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Kennedy, Mrs. Michael (Eleanora) . . . . . .

Kessler, Howard and Michele . . . . . . . . . .

Khosrovani, Hashem and Kate . . . . . . . . .

Kiernan, Peter and Eaddo . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Kirkpatrick, Mrs. Stuart (Meg) . . . . . . . . .

Kissinger, Mrs. Henry (Nancy) . . . . . . . . .

Kivlan, Elizabeth Ann Stribling and Rebecca Cleary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

AU G U S T 2 0 2 6 1 2 5

1

Amagansett

Southampton

400 THE QUEST

Klopp, Adam and Meghan . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Klopp, John and Karen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Knechtel, Tom and Kerith Davies . . . . .

Kneisel, Bill and Anne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Koch, Dana and Jessica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Koch, Mrs . David (Julia) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Koch, Paulette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Koch, Bill and Bridget . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Kopelman, Mrs . Arie (Coco) . . . . . . . . . . .

Kosner, Ed and Julie Baumgold . . . . . . . . .

Kotur, Alexandra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Kovner, Michael and Jean Doyen de Montaillou . . . . . . . . .

Kravis, Henry and Marie-Josée . . . . . . . . .

Krieger, Brian Stewart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Krusen, Will and Elizabeth . . . . . . . . . . . .

Krusen, Charlie and Kristen . . . . . . . . . . .

Kushner, Jared and Ivanka Trump . . . . . .

LYDI A M ARI E E L I Z AB ETH

L

Laffont, Philippe and Ana Diez . . . . . . . . .

Lamphere, Lucy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Landrigan, Nico and Kim . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Landrigan, Mrs . Ward (Judith) . . . . . . . . .

Langenberg, Margo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Langham, Keith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lansing, Mrs . Gerrit (Sydie) . . . . . . . . . . .

Lansing, Sims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lansing, Gerrit and Patricia . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lapham, Andrew and Caroline . . . . . . . . .

Lapham, Winston P . and Jennifer . . . . . . .

Larner, Lionel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Latham, Aaron and Lesley Stahl . . . . . . . .

Lauder, Jane and Kevin Warsh . . . . . . . . .

Lauder, Mrs . Leonard (Judith) . . . . . . . . .

Lauder, Ronald and Jo Carole . . . . . . . . . .

Lauren, Ralph and Ricky . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lauren, David and Lauren Bush . . . . . . . .

Lauren, Andrew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lawrence, Jeanne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Leach, Chris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Leach, Howard and Gretchen . . . . . . . . . .

Leatherman, Bill and Elizabeth . . . . . . . . .

Leavitt, Chris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LeConey, Ann . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Leeds, Thomas and Heather . . . . . . . . . . .

LeFrak, Denise and John Colicchio . . . . .

LeFrak, Richard and Karen . . . . . . . . . . . .

LeFrak, Francine and Richard Friedberg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LeFrak, Jamie and Caroline Bierbaum . . .

LeFrak, Harrison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Leidy, Bobby and Ivey Day . . . . . . . . . . . .

Leidy, Page and Courtney . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Leidy, Christopher and Cayla Jean . . . . . .

Leidy, Frances and Mac Weymouth . . . . .

Leone, Christian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lesesne, Cap and Briana . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

L’Esperance, Ros and Fran . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Leventhal, Natalie Leeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Leviant, Sasha and Jeanne . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lewis, Memrie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Liberman, Bobby and Barbara . . . . . . . . .

Lickle, Mrs . Bill (Renee) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Liebman, Pamela . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Limbocker, Derek and Nicole . . . . . . . . . .

Lindemann, Mrs . George (Frayda) . . . . . .

Lindemann, Elizabeth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lindstrom, Pia and John Carley . . . . . . .

Lloyd, Susan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Loeb, Sharon and John . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Long, Gregory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Long, William Ivey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Loomis, Alfred “Chip” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lorber, Howard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lorber, Michael and Jeffrey Goldmuntz . . . .

Lufkin, Dan and Adrienne . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Luter, Mrs . Joe (Karin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lyden, Peter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lynch, Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lynch, Shelly Tretter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

M

MacGuire, Jamie and Michelle Coppedge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MacGuire, Peter and Becky . . . . . . . . . . . .

MacGuire, Pierce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MacGuire, Kevin and Sally . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mack, Andrew and Alexandra . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mack, Ambassador Earle and Carol . . . . .

Mack, Schuyler and Benjamin Chan . . . .

MacRae, Cameron and Ann . . . . . . . . . . .

Maddock, Charlie and Caroline . . . . . . . .

Maddock, Jay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maddock, Locke and Lily . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Magrino, Susan and Jim Dunning . . . . . .

Mahoney, Mrs . David (Hillie) . . . . . . . . . .

Malloy, Tim and Susan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The Mangers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manice, John and Anne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manice, Peter and Celeste . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manice, Christopher and Elizabeth . . . . .

Marchessini, Alexander and Genevieve Fauve . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Marder, Jonathan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mariner, Michael and Marion . . . . . . . . . .

Marino, Peter and Jane Trapnell . . . . . . . .

Marron, Mrs . Donald (Catie) . . . . . . . . . .

Martinez, Roman and Helena . . . . . . . . . .

Martorano, Paolo and Karoline . . . . . . . . .

Maschmeyer, Troy and Debby . . . . . . . . . .

Mason, Christopher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Masson, Charles Jr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Matthews, Will and Jean . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mauran, Lousie K .S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maxey, Talbott . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

May, Mrs . Anthony (Karen) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mazor, Boaz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mazzola, Alison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McAndrew, Timothy and Alexis van der Mije . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McBean, Edith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McCarty, Michael and Kim . . . . . . . . . . . .

McCarty, Michael R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McCarthy, Brian and Lisa . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McCloskey, Michael and Holly . . . . . . . . .

McCloy, John and Laura . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McCloy, Rush and Brooke . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McDonough, Mrs . Michael (Pandy) . . . . .

McFadden, Cynthia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McGrath, Tom and Diahn . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McGurk, Whitney and Ashley Ludlow . .

McHenry, Mrs . Barnabas (Bannie) . . . . . .

McIivane, Wendy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McKnight, Bill and Kitty . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McLaren, Duncan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McLaughlin, Andrew and Anna . . . . . . . .

McLaughlin, Callum and Alexa . . . . . . . .

McLaughlin, Gavin and Kate . . . . . . . . . . .

McLaughlin, Kevin and Barbara . . . . . . . .

McMakin, Leigh and Mimi . . . . . . . . . . . .

McMillen, Earl and Elizabeth . . . . . . . . . .

McMullan, Patrick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McPherson, Stephen and Tina . . . . . . . . .

McSweeney, Thayer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McWilliams, Heidi and Tom . . . . . . . . . . .

Meehan, Mrs . Michael (Dee de Ganay) . .

Meiland, Lisa and Andy Martin . . . . . . . .

Meister, Todd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Newport

400 THE QUEST

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Mejia, Alberto and Peggy . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mejia, Alexander and Justine . . . . . . . . . . .

Mele, Nick and Molly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Melhado, Mrs . Frederick (Virginia) . . . . .

Melwani, Anjali and Prakash . . . . . . . . . .

Merck, Laddie and Dede . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mettler, Mr . John W . II (Speedy) . . . . . . . .

Meyer, Blair and Eliza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Michaels, Sam and Anita . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Prince Michel of Yugoslavia . . . . . . . . . . .

Millard, Craig . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Millard, Mrs . Peter (Polly Espy) . . . . . . . .

Miller, Courtland and Gina . . . . . . . . . . . .

Miller, Mrs . Donald (Muffy) . . . . . . . . . . .

Miller, Leverett Saltonstall . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Miller, Penelope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Miniter, Sylvester and Gillian . . . . . . . . . .

Missett, Mrs . Joe (Nancy) . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mohr, Ian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Moinian, Joe and Nazee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Monell, Ambrose and Lili . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Monn, David . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Moore, Danielle Hickox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Moore, George and Calvert . . . . . . . . . . . .

Moore, Mrs . George (Kathie) . . . . . . . . . .

Moore, Mrs . Dudley (Peggy) . . . . . . . . . . .

Morgan, Alfred and Virginia . . . . . . . . . . .

Morgan, Henry “Harry” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Morris, Chappy and Melissa . . . . . . . . . . .

Morris, Larry and Tina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Morrison, Ham and Mimi van Wyck . . . .

The Mortimers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mowinckel, John and Cheryl . . . . . . . . . . .

Mowinckel, Nino and Carol . . . . . . . . . . .

Mulroney, Mrs . Brian (Mila) . . . . . . . . . . .

Murdoch, Rupert and Elena Zhukova . . .

Murdock, Pamela . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Murphy, Mrs . John (Hebe Dowling) . . . .

Murray, J .B . and Carrie Schmid . . . . . . . .

Murray, Mrs . John (Nancy) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Murray, Stephen and Muffie . . . . . . . . . . .

Musso, Carlos and Carolina Latour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Musso, Tony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Musso, Lucy Nielsen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

N

Nederlander, Bob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Nemy, Enid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Nesbit, Lynn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ney, Judy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Nicholas, Nick and Lynn . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Nicklas, Brent and Laura . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Nievera, Mario and Travis Howe . . . . . . .

Prince Nikolaos of Greece . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Nitze, Bill and Ann . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Nitze, Mrs . Peter (Susan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Niven, Fernanda and Mark Henderson . .

Niven, Fernanda Jr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Niven, Eugenie and Nicholas Goodman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Niven, Ellen and Tris Deery . . . . . . . . . . .

Niven, Jamie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Noel, Vanessa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Nordeman, John and Kay . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Norwich, Billy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Nye, Richard and Francesca . . . . . . . . . . .

O

Ober, David G . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ober, Polly Norris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

O’Malley, Hilaire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Onet, Polly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Orthwein, Chris and Binkie . . . . . . . . . . . .

Osborne, Will and Karen Bechtel . . . . . . .

O’Sullivan, Ryan and Palmer . . . . . . . . . . .

Otto, Katharina and Nathan Bernstein . . .

Ourisman, Mrs . Florenz (Nan) . . . . . . . . .

Owens, Kyle and Zibby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Oz, Mehmet and Lisa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

P

Pachios, Chris and Allyson Ross . . . . . . . .

Paduano, Daniel and Nancy . . . . . . . . . . .

Page, Blakely and Lindsey . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pahlavi, Pari-Sima . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pakula, Mrs . Alan (Hannah) . . . . . . . . . . .

Palermo, Olivia and Johannes Huebl . . . .

Paley, Jeff and Valerie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Palitz, Anka . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pannill, Mrs . William (Kit) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Papachristidis, Alex and Scott Nelson . . .

Papageorgiou, Pavlos and Alexa Hampton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Papanicolaou, Alexandra and Edward Shaheen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Papanicolaou, Nick Jr . and Corina . . . . . .

Pardoe, Ted and Helen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Patricof, Alan and Barbara Guggenheim .

Pattee, Gordon and Dailey . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Paull, Mrs . Harold (Joanne) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Paulson, John and Alina de Almeida . . . .

Prince Pavlos and Marie Chantal . . . . . . .

Peabody, Elizabeth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pearson, Kevin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pedroso, Alina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Peek, Jeff and Liz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pell, Haven and Simmy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pell, Peter J . Jr . and Tice Burke . . . . . . . . .

Pell, Toby and Janet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pendergast, Patrick and Sarah . . . . . . . . . .

Pennoyer, Peter and Katie Ridder . . . . . . .

Perkin, Thorne and Tatiana . . . . . . . . . . . .

Perry, Betsy Freund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Perry, Richard and Lisa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Perry, Samantha and James David . . . . . .

Peterffy, Thomas and Lynne Wheat . . . . .

Peterson, Holly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Petito, Frank and Beatrix . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Petroff, Di and Dr . Steven Butensky . . . . .

Peyrelongue, Guy and Sarah . . . . . . . . . . .

Pfeifer, Chuck and Lisa Crosby . . . . . . . . .

Pfeifle, Jeffrey and David Granville . . . . .

Pfeifler, Brian and Emilia Fanjul . . . . . . . .

Phillips, Sallie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The Phippses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pickett, Brett and Nicole Hanley . . . . . . . .

Pickett, John and Robin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pickett, John O . III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pickett, KC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Picotte, Michael and Margi . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pileggi, Nick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pilkington, Robert and Helen . . . . . . . . . .

Pitt, Pauline Baker and Jerry Seay . . . . . .

Plimpton, Mrs . George (Sarah) . . . . . . . . .

Plimpton, Taylor and Lizzy Eggers . . . . . .

Pomerantz, Ernest and Marie . . . . . . . . . .

Ponton, Dan and Stephane Castoriano . . .

Posen, Zac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power, Jim and Tina Fanjul . . . . . . . . . . . .

Price, Peter and Judy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Prince, Mrs . Frederick (Diana) . . . . . . . . .

Prounis, Kathy and Othon . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Purcell, Andrew and Melissa Grassi . . . . .

Purcell, Tom and Marina . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Putnam, Bambi and Bill Heidrich . . . . . .

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New York

400 THE QUEST

Pyne, John and Ann . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pyne, John and Melinda Mettler . . . . . . . .

Q

Quartucci, Alan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Quasha, Diana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Quick, Chris and Ann . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Quick, Mary and Jim Daras . . . . . . . . . . . .

Quick, Tom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Quick, Tricia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Quinn, Piper and Sara Groff . . . . . . . . . . .

Quinn, Thomas Sr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LYDI A M ARI E E L I Z AB ETH

R

Radziwill, John and Eugenie . . . . . . . . . . .

Radziwill, Phillip and Devon Shuster . . . .

Rafferty, John and Emily . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rafferty, Nick and Caroline . . . . . . . . . . .

Ray, David Warren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rayner, Mrs . William (Kathy) . . . . . . . . . .

Regan, John and Terry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Reginato, James . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Reeves, Nina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Remez, Jim and Theresa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Reynolds, Mrs . Paul (Vicky) . . . . . . . . . . .

Reynolds, Tom and Vicky . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Richter, John and Nina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rigas, John and Darcy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Robertson, Alex and Alexandra . . . . . . . .

Robertson, Jay and Clare . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Robertson, Bill and Scarlett . . . . . . . . . . . .

Robertson, Spencer and Sarah . . . . . . . . .

Robertson, Wyndham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Robinson, Guy and Libba Stribling . . . . .

The Rockefellers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Roehm, Carolyne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rogers, Elizabeth Barlow . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Roosevelt, Andrew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Roosevelt, Jill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Roosevelt, Tobie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Roosevelt, Teddy and Serena . . . . . . . . . . .

Rose, Alexandra Lind and Louis . . . . . . . .

Rose, Elihu and Susan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rose, Mrs . Marshall (Candice Bergen) . .

Rose, Tanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rosen, Aby and Samantha Boardman . . .

Rosenwald, John and Mary Davidson . . .

Rosita, Duchess of Marlborough . . . . . . .

Ross, Burke and Susan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ross, Stephen and Lynn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ross, Wilbur and Hilary Geary . . . . . . . . .

Rosselli, John and Bunny Williams . . . . .

Rothschild, James and Nicky Hilton . . . .

Rowley, Cynthia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Royce, Chuck and Deborah . . . . . . . . . . . .

Royall, John and Céliane . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rudin, William and Ophelia . . . . . . . . . . .

Rumbough, Mrs . Stanley (Janna) . . . . . . .

Rutherfurd, Guy and Daisy . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rutherfurd, Winthrop and Mary . . . . . . .

Ruttenberg, Eric and Perri Peltz . . . . . . . .

Ryan, Baird and Alexia Hamm . . . . . . . . .

Ryan, Allen IV and Christa . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ryan, Louisa and Eric Berlinger

S

Sabbagh, Sana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Saint-Amand, Elisabeth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Saint-Amand, Emilia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Saint-Amand, Nathan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Saltzman, Ellin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sanchez, Jorge and Serina . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sanchez, Kiko and Ellen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sandberg, Bill and Betsy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sanger, Alex and Jeannette . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Santo Domingo, Alejandro and Lady Charlotte Wellesley . . . . . . . . . .

Santo Domingo, Andrés and Lauren . . . .

Sawyer, Diane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Scaife, Mrs . Frances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Scarborough, Charles and Ellen . . . . . . . .

Schaeffer, Marcia Meehan . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Schaeffer, Georgina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The Schiffs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Schlossberg, Edwin and Caroline Kennedy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Schorr, Burwell and Chip . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Schroeder, Felix and Kathryn Bohannon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Schulhof, Jonathan and K .K . . . . . . . . . . . .

Schulhof, Lesley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Schwarzman, Stephen and Christine . . . .

Schwarzman, Teddy and Ellen Zajac . . . .

Scott, Megan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Scribner, Charlie and Ritchie . . . . . . . . . . .

Scully, Mrs . Dennis (Nancy) . . . . . . . . . . .

Shaw, Claude and Lara Meiland . . . . . . . .

Sherrill, Steve and Kitty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Shields, Mrs . Frank (Didi) . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Shields, Mrs . Jerry (Maury) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Shnayerson, Gayfryd and Michael . . . . . .

Shuman, Fred and Stephanie . . . . . . . . . . .

Shuman, Stan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sidamon-Eristoff, Anne and Constantine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Siegel, Mrs . Herb (Jeanne) . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Siegal, Peggy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Simmons, Brian and Julie . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Simonds, Talbott and Carter . . . . . . . . . . .

Singer, Mortimer and Amy Sykes . . . . . . .

Singer, Oliver and Elizabeth Pyne . . . . . .

Sitrick, James and Anne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Slonem, Hunt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Smith, Charlie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Smith, Mrs . Earl E .T . (Lesly) . . . . . . . . . . .

Smith, Earl Jr . and Tatiana . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Snow, Mary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Snyder, Jay and Tracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sondes, Sharon and Geoffrey Thomas . . .

Soper, Jared and Linda Lane . . . . . . . . . . .

Soros, Mrs . Paul (Daisy) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Soros, Peter and Electra Toub . . . . . . . . .

South, Hamilton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Spahn, Steve and Connie . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Spahn, Kirk and Jennifer Alden . . . . . . . .

Spalding, Charles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Speer, Ramsey C . and Lisa . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Spencer, Steve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stark, Andrea and John . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stark, Candice and Steven . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Steele, Bob and Gillian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Steinberg, Jonathan and Maria Bartiromo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Steinberg, Kathryn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Steinberg, Michael and Joan . . . . . . . . . . .

Steinbrech, Doug and Jeff Sharp . . . . . . . .

Stenbeck, Hugo and Sophie . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stephaich, Lousie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Steinhart, Frank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stephenson, George and Shelia . . . . . . . . .

Stern, Leonard and Allison . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stevenson, Charles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stewart, Martha . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stewart, Serena . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Wellington

400 THE QUEST

Stoddard, Alexandra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stokes, Ben and Asia Baker . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stokes, Stephanie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stover, Jamie and Ellie Berlin . . . . . . . . . .

Stroh, Whitney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Strong, Marianne (Mimi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stubbs, Michael and Ronnie . . . . . . . . . . .

Stuebgen, Patrick and Dana . . . . . . . . . . . .

Suarez, Raul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sullivan, John and Nonie . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Summers, Mrs . Peter (Ann) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Surtees, Willie and Pam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sutton, Kelso Jr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Swenson, Ed and Liz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Swid, Nan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LYDI A M ARI E E L I Z AB ETH

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Tadini, Luigi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Talese, Gay and Nan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tally, Kari . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tarr, Jeff and Patsy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Taylor, Amanda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Taylor, Margaretta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Taylor, Topsy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Taylor, Zach and Missie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Terry, Walter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Teryazos, Chris and Belinda . . . . . . . . . . .

Theodoracopulos, Taki and Alexandra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Theodoracopulos, Alexis . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Theodoracopulos, Mrs . Harry (Gail) . . . .

Thomas, Andrew and Kathy . . . . . . . . . . .

Thomas, Jack and Debbie . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Thomas, Patrick and Rachel Peters . . . . .

Thomas, Rich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Thorne, Brink and Mazie Cox . . . . . . . . . .

Thorne, Felicitas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Thorne, Oakleigh and Jacqueline . . . . . . .

Tighe, Aaron and Kim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The Tisches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tober, Mrs . Donald (Barbara) . . . . . . . . . .

Tobin, Joan F . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tomenson, Walter and Gina . . . . . . . . . . .

Tompkins, Evelyn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tower, Harry and Hilary . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tower, Whitney Jr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Traina, Trevor and Alexis . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Traina, Todd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trump, Donald and Melania . . . . . . . . . . .

Trump, Blaine and Steve Simon . . . . . . . .

Tuckerman, Mrs . Roger (Edith) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Twombly, Alessandro and Soledad . . . . . .

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Ulmann, Mrs . Edward F . (Priscilla) . . . . .

Unterberg, Mrs . Tom (Ann) . . . . . . . . . . .

Urry, Valerie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Uzielli, Barbara . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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van Amerongen, Mrs . Lewis (Diane) . . . .

Van Pelt, Mary and Guy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . van Rensselaer, Kiliaen and Shaina . . . . . . van Schaack, Gregory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . van Wyck, Bronson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vanderbilt, Jean Harvey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vartanian, Annabel and Andrew Jeffries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vecellio, Leo and Kathryn . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vietor, Mrs . David (Nancy) . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vittadini, Gianluigi and Adrienne . . . . . . von Auersperg, Alex and Nancy . . . . . . . . von Bidder, Alex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . von der Goltz, Andreas and Elizabeth . . . von Stade, Skiddy and Elizabeth . . . . . . . .

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Walker, Darren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Waller, Alexis Robinson and Robert O’Brien . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Walsh, Gil and Johnny Johnston . . . . . . . .

Warburton, Mrs . Barclay “Tim” (Julia) . . . . .

Ward, Liz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Warner, Philip and Susan . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Warner, Philip W . Jr . and Carolyn . . . . . .

Warner, Christina and Clay LeConey . . .

Warner, Patsy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Warren, Catharine and Bradley Geist . . .

Waterman, Mrs . Richard (Lis) . . . . . . . . . .

Wathne, Thorunn, Soffia, and Berge . . . .

Wattleton, Faye . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Webster, Joe and Mary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Webster, Peter and Martha . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Weekes, Chris and Lilly Bunn . . . . . . . . . .

Weill, Sanford and Joan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Weintraub, Ronald and Harriet . . . . . . . . .

Weld, William . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wellner, Karl and Deborah Norville . . . . .

Wenner, Jann and Matt Nye . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wetenhall, Andrew and Sarah . . . . . . . . . .

Wetherell, Julia and Jeremy Barber . . . . . .

Wheeler, Robin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Whitehead, Mrs . John (Cynthia) . . . . . . .

Whitney, Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Whitney, Nancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wilkie, Angus and Len Morgan . . . . . . . .

Williams, Jackie and Pietro Cicognani . . . .

Wilmot, Paul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wilsey, Mrs . Alfred S . (Dede) . . . . . . . . . .

Wilson, Kevin and Alexandra Wilkis . . . .

Wilson, Kendrick R . III and Ann Jackson . . .

Wilson, Jay and Stephanie . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wintour, Anna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wister, Mrs . William (Diana) . . . . . . . . . .

Witmer, Michel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wolf, Christopher and Lise . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wolfe, Richard “Dick” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wolfe, Mrs . Tom (Sheila) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wolff, Michael . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wolff, Peter I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wong, Fernando and Tim Johnson . . . . .

Woods, Ward Jr . and Priscilla . . . . . . . . . .

Wyatt, Lynn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wynn, Steve and Andrea . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wyser-Pratte, Vivian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Ylvisaker, Jon and Eleanor . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Zeckendorf, Arthur and Connie . . . . . . . .

Zeckendorf, Will and Anna Bender-Zeckendorf . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Zenko, John and Jere . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Zenko, Starrett and Petter Ringbom . . . . .

Zilkha, Bettina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Zinterhofer, Eric and Aerin Lauder . . . . .

Zoullas, Sophocles and Silvia . . . . . . . . . .

Zug, James W . Jr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Zweig, Aaron and Sunny . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Armani, Giorgio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Aspinall, Sarah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Atkins, Victor Jr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Bancroft, William Jr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bardot, Brigitte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bossidy, Lawrence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brillembourg, Clara . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Caldwell, John . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Campbell, Aleda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cantor, Iris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Carter, Arthur . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Collins, Bradley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Collins, Joseph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Collins, William Jr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Comfort, William . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Davis, Clive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . de Menil, Christophe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

De Montebello, Edith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . de Peyster, Anna Mann . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . de Ribes, Jacqueline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . de Roulet, Lorinda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Delany, Ron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dewey, Ann . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dillard, Rodney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dryden, Ken . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . du Pont, Peter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Duvall, Robert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Farish, Sarah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Firestone, Caroline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ford, Charlotte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Freund, John . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Gaynor, Vere . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gerschel, Patrick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Giacomin, Eddie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Goelet, Henrietta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Goodall, Jane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Grew, Joseph II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gund, Agnes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gwathmey, Archibald . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Hamilton, Henry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hicks, Pamela . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hindery, Leo Jr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Horn, Steve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Jackson, Jesse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Jakobson, Barbara . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Katz, Howard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Keaton, Diane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Kent, Jorie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Lehrman, Lewis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lodge, George . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lolich, Mickey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Loring, John . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lovett, James . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Loyd, Jerry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Luter, Joseph III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Mangold, Nick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Marion, John . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McDonough, Michael . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McHenry, Barnabas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McIntosh, Henry IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

McLanahan, Alexander “Mike” . . . . . . . . .

Middendorf, William II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Millard, Michelle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Missett, Joseph III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mowinckel, Letizia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mueller, Robert III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Newhouse, Donald . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Owsley, David . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Phipps, Robert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Podhoretz, Norman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pollak, Richard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Rapp, Ann . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Redford, Robert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Roberts, Stone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rockwell, Bishop Hays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rollins, Sonny . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rose, Alison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rosenthal, Shirley Lord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ross, Courtney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ross, Nedra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Scherer, Allan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Smith, Jane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Snell, Matt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Steinhart, Percy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stoppard, Tom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sutton, Jo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Tempelsman, Maurice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tisch, Billie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Townsend, Chuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Turcotte, Ron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Turner, Ted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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van Sweringen Copeland, Gerret . . . . . . . vanden Heuvel, Melinda . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Wade, George . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Weaver, Rosemary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Webster, William . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Weymouth, Lally . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Witcover, Jule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Palm Beach

Quest BEST PARTIES WRI T T EN BY DAV ID PAT RIC K C OLUMBI A

PARTIES ARE CELEBRATIONS of one sort or another. They mark time, talent, and lives—the past and the future. They also give form to an aspect of community that we call society.

Parties serve as important moments in the history of any society, be that of an individual, family, country, or a group of people—the wedding, baptism, anniversary, birthday, the going away, the coming together; the opening of sundry splashes of glitter or the closing.

The most famous party of the past half century in America was

Truman Capote’s Black and White Ball, which was held in 1966 in the grand ballroom of the Plaza Hotel. The guest of honor was media heiress and publisher Kay Graham, a modern grande dame.

It was a masterstroke of ballyhoo for the author and host.

The great parties, such as those displayed here in our Quest 400 Issue, are the sea from which all dramas, all laughter, and all sorrow are drawn. They were all of the things mentioned above, and they were fun. Their concepts of the community, and its culture at the time, were about celebrating this life, and all the ships upon it. ◆

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Truman Capote’s Black and White Ball at The Plaza Hotel 1. Writer Truman Capote and guest of honor Katharine Graham, president of The Washington Post, attend the Black and White Ball at the Plaza Hotel, November, 28 1966. 2. Newlyweds Mia Farrow and Frank Sinatra. 3. One of Capote’s most beloved swans, Lee Radziwill, dons her mask for the occasion. 4. Radziwill on Capote’s arm, enjoying the party. 5. Andy Warhol was said to be overwhelmed by the

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Around the World in 80 Days. 2. Approximately 18,000 guests attended the extravagant affair. 3. Elizabeth Taylor, Todd’s wife, cut the first piece of the impressive, 14-foot-high cake. 4. Mike Todd (left) whistled to cue the Boston Pops Orchestra, led by conductor Arthur Fiedler. 5. Feathered Marchers, a 45-piece band from Philadelphia’s Mummers club, was one of 24 bands and two orchestras that performed.

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and old-world charm, as politicians, celebrities and business leaders alike gather to enjoy the fairytale-ilke setting.

Held annually at Austria’s Vienna State Opera, the evening begins with a Waltz, as 150 debutantes in floor-length, white evening gowns are led by partners dressed in requisite white tie. 2. Candice Swanepoel, Leni Klum and Ed Westwick attend the 2025 Vienna Opera Ball. 3. Elle Macpherson and Richard Lugner in 2019. 4. Sophia Loren joins Richard and Christina Lugner’s box in 1995. 5. Priscilla Presley in 2024. 6. An overhead view of the ball in 2025.

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1. Charles III and Queen Camilla, offering a royal wave.

2. Prince William with a jockey dressed in colorful silks.

3. An enthusiastic Jerry Hall. 4. The Duchess of Gloucester 5. Lord Frederick Windsor 6. King Charles offers niece Princess Eugenie a sweet kiss. 7. Harriet Sperling, girlfriend of Queen Elizabeth II’s oldest grandchild, Peter Phillips. 8. Ashton Gohil tips his hat. 9. Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi enjoy a day at the races.

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Willis attend “Cleopatra 1963: A Legendary Night in Luxor,” 2024. 3. A glimpse inside the Four Arts Contemporaries’ “Disco in The Desert,” 2023. 4. Casey Waldin and Mary Willis pose in the Philip Hulitar Sculpture Garden at the Four Arts Contemporaries’ “Disco in the Desert,” 2023. 5. Cocktail hour during Cleopatra 1963: A Legendary Night in Luxor, 2024.

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1. Chan Mashek and Donald Trump at the 1986 dinner dance. 2. The Duke and Duchess of Marlborough 3. Percy Steinhart and C. Z. Guest 4. Pauline Pitt 5. Nan Kempner, Jerry Zipkin, and Estée Lauder 6. Lesly Smith, Bill Pitt, and Emilia Fanjul enjoying the evening.

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Fitch’s Corner in Millbrook 1. Boyd Martin, rider extraordinaire, waving his prize check in 2013 2. Bill Cunningham in 2007. 3. Alice and Simon Roosevelt in 2017. 4. On the grounds of Fitch’s Corner in 2015. 5. Donald and Barbara Tober with Lorna and Larry Graev in 2016.

6. Mario Rinaldi, Fernanda Kellogg, Everett Cook, Parker Gentry, and David Hathaway in 2015.

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3. Tables at the benefit always included a list of notable attendees, as seen in Slim Aarons’ shot featuring young Senator John F. Kennedy greeting guests in 1959. 4. Mrs. Winston F.C. Guest (“C.Z.”) joins Mrs. Cobina Wright, Enrique Godoy Jr., and Mario Braggiotti at the ball in 1961. 5. Newlyweds Marilyn Monroe and Arthur Miller in 1957.

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SOCIETY’S NEW 400

BY DAVID PATRICK COLUMBIA

OLD GUARD FAMILIES Mr. Nelson Aldrich Mr. Cleveland Amory Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Auchincloss Mr. and Mrs. John W. Auchincloss III Mrs. Lily Auchincloss Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Bancroft Mr. and Mrs. Dixon Boardman Mr. Clifford Brokaw Mrs. Amanda Burden Mr. and Mrs. Carter Burden Mr. Harry C. Cushing IV Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dana Mr. And Mrs. Nicholas Drexel Ambassador and Mrs. A. Biddle Duke

FEBRUARY 1995

Mr. and Mrs. Anthony B. Duke Mr. and Mrs. Fredrick Eberstadt Mrs. Fernanda Kellogg Gilligan Mr. and Mrs. Randolph Hearst Mr. and Mrs. Amory Houghton Ambassador Francis Kellogg Mr. John Knott Mrs. Wendy Vanderbilt Lehman Mrs. Topsy Taylor McFadden Mr. and Mrs. Henry Middleton Mr. and Mrs. Minot Milliken Marchese and Marchesa Alessandro di Montezemolo Mr. and Mrs. David Mortimer Mr. and Mrs. John Jay Mortimer Mr. and Mrs. Tony Mortimer Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Peabody Mr. Harry Platt Mr. and Mrs. George Plimpton Mr. Eben Pyne Mr. and Mrs. David Rockefeller Mr. and Mrs. Laurence Rockefeller Mr. and Mrs. David Schiff Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Sherrill DIAMONDS AS BIG AS THE RITZ Mrs. Anne Bass Mrs. Joy Hirshon Briggs Ms. Elizabeth Strong Cuevas Mrs. Beth Rudin DeWoody Mrs. Charlotte Ford Ms. Anne Hearst Mrs. Bianca Jagger Mrs. Elizabeth Johnson Kennan Ms. Samantha Kluge Ms. Francine LeFrak Ms. Bokara Legendre Mrs. Anne Ford Scarborough Ms. Ivana Trump Ms. Nancy Whitney Ms. Mollie Wilmot MOSTEST HOSTS AND HOSTESSES Mr. and Mrs. Sid R. Bass Mr. Bill Bernhard and Mrs. C. Cahill

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Mr. and Mrs. William Buckley Mr. Henry Buhl Mrs. Anne Eisenhower and Mr. W. Flottl Mr. and Mrs. Anastassios Fondaras Mr. and Mrs. John Gutfreund Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Kempner Mr. David Koch Ms. Alice Mason Mr. and Mrs. Rober Miller Mr. and Mrs. William Rayner Mr. Khalil Rizk Mr. and Mrs. Ian Schrager Sharon, Lady Sondes and Mr. G Thomas Mr. and Mrs. Robert Trump Mrs. Cornelius Vanderbilt Whitney Mrs. Jayne Wrightsman Mr. and Mrs. Ezra Zilkha THE TASTEMAKERS Mr. Ludovic Autet Mr. Glenn Bernbaum Mr. Bill Blass Ms. Diana Brooks Mr. Mario Buatta Mr. and Mrs. Nicola Bulgari Ms. Naomi Campbell Mr. and Mrs. William Chaney Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Cole Mr. Madison Cox Miss Kitty D’Alessio Mr. Robert Denning Mr. Ralph Destino Mr. Sean Driscoll Mr. and Mrs. Ahmet Ertegun Princess Diane von Furstenberg Mr. Albert Hadley Mr. and Mrs. Mark Hampton

SOCIETY’S NEW 400

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Mr. and Mrs. Reinaldo Herrera Mr. Gene David Mr. Eric Javits Mr. Jed Johnson and Mr. Alan Wanzenberg Mr. and Mrs. Barry Kieselstein-Cord Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Klein Mr. and Mrs. Arie Kopelman Mr. Kenneth Jay Lane Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Lauren Mr. John Loring Mr. Boaz Mazor Ms. Mary McFadden Mr. and Mrs. Brian McNally Mr. Isaac Mizrahi Mr. and Mrs. Richard Nye Mr. Alex Papachristidis Mr. and Mrs. Peter Pennoyer

Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Forstmann Mr. Ted Forstmann Mr. David Geffen Mr. and Mrs. Henry Kravis Mr. and Mrs. Henryk de Kwiatkowski Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mosbacher Mr. Ronald Perelman and Mrs. Patricia Duff Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Rudin Mr. and Mrs. Julio Mario Santo Domingo Mr. and Mrs. Herb Siegel Mr. and Mrs. Saul Steinberg Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Stern Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Taubman Mr. and Mrs. John Veronis Ms. Linda Wachner Mr. Mortimer Zuckerman LES DAMES

Mr. Campion Platt Mrs. Chesbrough Rayner Mr. Mingo del Ren Mr. and Mrs. Oscar de la Renta Ms. Carolyne Roehm Mr. Arnold Scaasi and Mr. Parker Ladd Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Tilberis Mr. George Trescher Miss Gloria Vanderbilt Mr. Stephen Weiss and Ms. Donna Karan Ms. Bunny Williams Mr. Robert Woolley Mr. Jerry Zipkin THE LAST TYCOONS M. and Mme. Michel David-Weill Mr. Barry Diller Mr. and Mrs. Pepe Fanjul

Mrs. Jan Cushing Amory Mrs. Anne Barish Mrs. Sisi Cahan Mrs. Barbara Cates Mrs. Sybilla Clark Mrs. Virginia Regan Coleman Ms. Adrienne Colgate Mrs. Janne Cummings Ms. Anne Downey Ms. Louise Duncan Ms Charlene Engelhard Ms. Nina Ford Ms. Sarah Giles Ms. Pamela Gross Mrs. Mai Hallingby Mrs. Brucie Hennessy Ms. Baby Jane Holzer Ms. Elizabeth C. Houghton Mrs. Joan Howard Ms. Julie Kammerer Mrs. Patricia Kennedy Lawford Mrs. Ann Nitze Mrs. Patricia Patterson Ms. Alison Spear

Ms. Olivia Watson and Ms. Leighton Candler Mrs. Jean Harvey Vanderbilt STERLING GENTS Mr. Peter Bacanovic Mr. Peter Beard Mr. Paul Beirne Mr. Nicholas Berggruen Mr. Marc Biron Mr. Michael Bloomberg Mr. Hamish Bowles Mr. Robbie Brown Mr. Edward Lee Cave Mr. Bob Colacello Mr. Christopher Cuomo Mr. Peter Davis Mr. Robert de Rothschild Mr. Peter Dunham Mr. Jamie Figg Mr. Averell H. Fisk Mr. John Galliher Mr. Mark Gilbertson Prince Nikolas of Greece Mr. Sam Green Mr. Pete Hathaway Mr. Rusty Holzer Mr. Chandler Hovey Mr. Philip Isles Mr. Howard Johnson IV Mr. John F. Kennedy Jr. Mr. Anthony Kiser Mr. Clifford Klenk Mr. Christopher Lawford Mr. Orin Lehman Ambassador John loed Mr. John Loring Mr. Richard Mack Messrs. William, Charles, and Stewart Manger Mr. Cristoph von MeyernHohenberg Mr. Seth Miliken Mr. Chappy Morris Mr. Chuck Pfeiffer AU G U S T 2 0 2 6 1 4 3

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Mr. John Punnett Mr. Harry Tower Mr. Charles Urstadt Mr. Diego del Vayo Mr. Charles Washburne Mr. Paul Wilmot CORONETS AND COUNTESSES Count and Countess Nuno Brandolini Baroness Milly de Carbrol Marchese and Marchesa Alessandro Crosini Laiatico Count Roffredo Gaetony-Lovatelli Count and Countess Demetrio GuerriniMaraldi Princess Firyal of Jordan Ali Reza Pahlavi Baron and Baroness Gottfried von MeyernHohenberg Princess Elizabeth of Yugoslavia ARTS AND LETTERS Mr. and Mrs. William Acquavella Mr. Leo Castelli Mr. Charles Cowles Mr. Dominick Dunne Mr. Richard Feigen

Mr. Brendan Gill Prince and Princess Michael of Greece Mrs. Judy Green Mr. Alexis Gregory Mr. John Guare and Adele Chatfield-Taylor Mr. Ashton Hawkins Mrs. Jane Stanton Hitchcock Mr. and Mrs. Byron Janis Mr. and Mrs. Mort Janklow Ms. Fran Leibowitz Mr. and Mrs. Norman Mailer Mr. and Mrs. Sonny Mehta Ms. Christophe de Menil Ms. Jessye Norman Ms. John Richardson Aline, Countess de Romanones Mr. John Russel and Mrs. Rosamund Bernier Mr. John Sargent Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Schlesinger Mrs. Jean Stein Mr. and Mrs. Gay Talese Mr. Michael Thomas Mr. Alberto Vitale Mr. and Mrs. Tom Wolfe LES GRANDES DAMES Mrs. Vincent Astor Ambassador Anna Cox Chambers Mrs. Jan Cowles Countess Consuelo Crespi Mrs. C.Z. Guest Mrs. Kitty Carlisle Hart Mrs. Enid Haupt Mrs. Aimee de Heeran Mrs. Henry J. Heinz Mrs. Dorothy Hirshon Mrs. Thomas Hitchcock Mrs. Alyne Massey Mrs. Joseph Meehan Mrs. Milton Petrie Mrs. John Barry Ryan Mrs. Anne Slater Mrs. Lawrence Copley Thaw Mrs. Joseph Thomas Mrs. John Hay Whitney

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Alexa and Kate Hampton Carolina & Patricia Herrera Astrid Kohl Stefan de Kwaitkowski Erin Lauder Alexandra Lind Alexandra and MarieChantal Miller Steven Perelman Andrea Pomerantz Eliza Reed Mr. and Mrs. Steven Rockefeller Mr. and Mrs. Peter Rockefeller Tracee Ross Dr. Andrew Schiff Alexis Stewart Jill Swid Alexander von Furstenberg Tatiana von Furstenberg Ilyse Wilpon THERE’S NO BUSINESS LIKE SHOW BUSINESS Ms. Lauren Bacall Mr. and Mrs. Martin Bregman Mr. David and Ms. Helen Gurley Brown Miss Barabara Carroll Mr. Michael Fuchs Ms. Brooke Hayward and Mr. Peter Duchin Mr. and Mrs. Mick Hones Mr. Lionel Larner Madonna Mr. Christopher Mason Ms. Dina Merrill and Mr. Ted Hartley Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Modine Ms. Tina Nederlander Mrs. Josephine Premice Ms. Joan Rivers Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Ross Mr. Bobby Short Ms. Marti Stevens THE GOLDEN COUPLES

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Mr. and Mrs. Michael Ainslie Mr. and Mrs. O. Kelley Anderson Mr. and Mrs. Rand Araskog Mr. and Mrs. Warren Avis

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Mr. and Mrs. Marquette de Bary Mr. and Mrs. Richard Blanchard Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Bronfman Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Bruckman Mr. and Mrs. Coleman Burke Mr. and Mrs. Charles Byron Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Califano Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Connor Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Creel Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Cullman Ambassador and Mrs. Walter Curley Ambassador and Mrs. Thomas Enders Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fomon Mr. and Mrs. Winston Fowlkes Ambassador and Mrs. Evan Galbraith Mr. and Mrs. Francesco Galesi Mr. and Mrs. John Gates Mr. and Mrs. John Geary Mr. and Mrs. Robert Goelet Mr. and Mrs. Alan (Ace) Greenberg Mr. and Mrs. Peter Gregory Mr. and Mrs. Stephanie Groueff Ambassador and Mrs. Henry Grunwald Mr. and Mrs. Martin Gruss Mr. and Mrs. Roberto de Guardiola Mr. and Mrs. Randolph Guthrie Mr. and Mrs. Paul Hallingby Dr. William and Mrs. Gale Hayman Heseltine

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Mr. and Mrs. Ara Hovnanian Mr. and Mrs. Heyward Isham Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Isham Mr. and Mrs. Deane Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wood Johnson III Mr. Richard Kaplan and Ms. Edwina Sandys Mr. and Mrs. Michael Kennedy Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Lauder Mr. and Mrs. Richard LeFrak Mr. and Mrs. John Loeb Mr. and Mrs. Earle Mack Mr. and Mrs. David Mahoney Mr. Alexandrer Marchessini and Mme. Genevieve Faure Mr. and Mrs. Walter Maynard Jr. Mr. and Mrs. William McDonough Mr. and Mrs. Damon Mezzacappa Mr. and Mrs. Minot Miliken Dean and Mrs. Robert Morton Mr. and Mrs. James Niven Mr. Michael Rena and Mrs. Kalliope Karella Mr. and Mrs. David Rockefeller Mr. and Mrs. Laurence Rockefeller Dr. and Mrs. Nathan Saint-Amand Mr. and Mrs. Carl Spielvogel Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Tisch Mr. and Mrs. Donald Trump

Mr. Anthony Haden-Guest Mr. and Mrs. James Hoge Mr. Warren Hoge Mr. Peter Jennings Mr. and Mrs. Richard Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Henry Kissinger Mr. Jesse Kornbluth and Ms. A. Tapert Mr. Ed Kosner and Ms. Julie Baumgold Mr. David Lauren Dr. Richard and Mrs. Ellen Levine Mr. Patrick McMullen Mrs. Aileen Mehle Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Meigher III Mr. Michael Musto Mr. and Mrs. S. I. Newhouse Jr. Mr. Khoi Nguyen Miss Polly Onet Ms. Alexandra Penney Mr. and Mrs. Robert Pittman Mr. and Mrs. Abe Ribicoff Ms. Liz Robbins Mr. Charlie Rose Mr. and Mrs. Felix Rohayton Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Scarborough Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Schlossberg Ms. Peggy Siegel Grace, Lady Dudley, and Mr. R. Silvers Mr. Howard Stringer and Dr. Jennifer Patterson Mr. and Mrs. John Stubbs Mr. and Mrs. Taki Theodoracopulos Mr. James Truman Ms. Barbara Walters Mr. Karl Wellner and Ms. Deborah Norville Mr. and Mrs. Jann Wenner

MEDIA AND OPINION MAKERS Mr. Joe Armstrong Dr. Daniel Baker and Mrs. Nine Griscom Mr. Andre Balcz and Ms. Katie Ford Mrs. Eleanor Lambert Berkson Mr. and Mrs. Bill Beutel Ms. Tina Brown and Mr. Harry Evans Dr. and Mrs. William Cahan Mr. and Mrs. Graydon Carter Ms. Jennet Conant and Mr. Steve Kroft Mr. Carl and Mrs. Barbaralee DiamonsteinSpielvogel Mr. Malcom Jr., Christopher, and Robert Forbes Mr. Geordie Greig AU G U S T 2 0 2 6 1 4 5

The Brooklyn Bridge built by John Augustus Roebling. It was the longest suspension bridge when it was completed in 1883.

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MANHATTAN IN DETAIL

IN THE NEW BOOK Manhattan in Detail: An Intimate Portrait in Watercolor (Rizzoli), Robert L. Bowdon presents intimate, beautiful scenes of Manhattan’s most prized sights. In celebration of the city, we publish them here along with quotes from some of our favorite writers on the subject of New York. For in the words of Tom Wolfe, “One belongs to New York instantly, one belongs to it as much in five minutes as in five years.”—Georgina Schaeffer

“Over the great bridge, with the sunlight through the girders making a constant flicker upon the moving cars, with the city rising up across the river in white heaps and sugar lumps all built with a wish out of nonolfactory money. The city seen from the Queensboro Bridge is always the city seen for the first time, in its first wild promise of all the mystery and the beauty in the world.” — The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald 148 QUEST

Above: The great steps of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, founded in 1870, built by Richard Morris Hunt. Right, above: A

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view of Central Park West. Below: The Guggenheim Museum, built

by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1943.

“My favorite New York was the one they led me through on Sunday afternoons. A girl in high heels can show you Rome, a drinking companion is the best for Dublin, and I enjoyed the New York my children knew.”

— “Moving Out,” John Cheever

“There was always something immensely comic to her in the thought of living else-where than New York.”

— “Big Blonde,” Dorothy Parker

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This page: A 36th Street view looking uptown at the Chrysler Building, built

by William Van Alen from 1928-1930. Opposite page: The New York Public Library, built by Carrere and

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Hastings from 1897-1911.

This page, above: The Washington Square Arch at the center of the park. Below: The New York Stock Exchange.

Opposite: A street scene in Greenwich Village.

“On Broadway it was still bright afternoon and the gassy air was almost motionless under the leaden spokes of sunlight, and sawdust footprints lay about the doorways of butcher shops and fruit stores. And the great, great crowd, the inexhaustible current of millions of every race and kind pouring out, pressing round, of every age, of every genius, possessors of every human secret, antique and future.”

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RETROSPECTIVE

B L A C K | B R YA N | B R O W N | T R AV E R S

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THE YOUNG & THE GUEST LIST When Quest’s PYTs were even younger...

PHOTO GR APHED BY PAT RIC K MCMULL AN

Lauren Davis, Claire Bernard, Tinsley Mortimer, Ivanka Trump, and Olivia Chantecaille at The American Museum of Natural History’s Annual Winter Dance, 2005.

Patrick McMullan and Bronson van Wyck at a birthday party, 2003.

Kick Kennedy and Di Petroff at The Gordon Parks Foundation Awards Dinner and Auction, 2013.

Alison Aston and Mark Gilbertson at The Launch of The Henry Fund for ASPCA Cares, 2004.

Gillian and Lydia Hearst at A Dirty Shame screening afterparty, 2004.

Jack Bryan, Alexis Bryan and Austin Bryan at Vogue x LACOSTE party, 2005.

Amanda Hearst and Lauren Bush at Calvin Klein Fall 2005 Fashion Show.

Annelise Peterson and Derek Blasberg Byrdie Bell and Annie Churchill at a dinner hosted by MARNI, 2006.

at Imperia’s U.S. Launch Party at The Statue of Liberty, 2005.

Bettina Anderson and Julia LeClair at

Olivia Palermo, Emilia Fanjul Pfeifler, and Melanie Charlton

The Paradise Fund’s Casino Party, 2016.

at the Grand Opening of Tibi Boutique, 2006.

Ashley Olsen and Karl Lagerfeld at Fendi’s 80th Anniversary All Hallow’s Eve Party, 2005.

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Francis Belin toasts

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“Mytheresa Out East.”

Clockwise from top left: Samantha Angelo and Peter Ostrega; Kate Bock; Sophie Elgort, Jennifer Fisher, and Casey Fremont Crowe; Sarah Wetenhall and Tamron Hall; Carolyn Tate Angel, Isaac Boots, Jeffery Patrick O’Brecht, and Elisa Lipsky-Karasz.

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MYTHERESA’S DINNER IN EAST HAMPTON

ON JULY 1ST, Francis Belin, CEO of Mytheresa, and Sarah Wetenhall, owner and CEO of The Hedges Inn, hosted an evening celebrating the launch of the “Mytheresa Out East” summer experience. Guests gathered for cocktails at Swifty’s before sitting down to an intimate dinner. Attendees included Karen Elson, Tamron Hall, Katie Lee Biegel, Isan Elba, and Kate Love, among others.

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CINEMA SOCIETY’S PREMIERE OF THE INVITE IN EAST HAMPTON LAST MONTH, the Cinema Society and A24 hosted a screening of The Invite at Regal UA on Main Street. After the movie, guests were invited to an afterparty at The Boat House at East Hampton Point. Attendees included Robert Downey, Jr. and Susan Downey, Liev & Taylor Schreiber, Katie Holmes, Lorraine Bracco, and more.

Jason Bard Yarmosky, Katie Holmes, Ross Bleckner, and Max Bennett Robert Downey, Jr. and Susan Downey

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Donna Karan and Marci Klein

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and Daniel Benedict

THE SURF LODGE’S CONCERT SERIES IN MONTAUK OVER 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND, Nylon Residency returned to The Surf Lodge and hosted a three-day celebration. This year featured performances from Snoop Dogg and Carlita, as well as a DJ set from Tinx & Lucas. ◆

Jayma Cardoso Salley Carson

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Clockwise from left: Mrs. Astor’s portrait by Carolus-Duran; the staircase leading to the ballroom; the mansion designed by Richard Morris Hunt on 65th and Fifth Avenue.

MRS. ASTOR’S “400” CAROLINE WEBSTER SCHERMERHORN ASTOR, or the Mrs. Astor, served as high hostess of 19th-century New York, ruling with an emphasis on affluence and influence—and, of course, lineage. She operated as a one-woman admissions committee to the city’s most elite circles, offering acceptance to American aristocracy with her calling card.

Mrs. Astor was descended from New York’s original Dutch settlers and became an Astor by marriage—a pedigree that encouraged her to be discriminating. Only 400 people were ever acknowledged by Mrs. Astor as eligible of her company: “Why, there are only about 400 people in fashionable New York society,” preached Ward McAllister, Mrs. Astor’s abettor.

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either not at ease in a ballroom or else make other people not at ease.”

Why “400”? A formidable figure, sure. But, it was also the exact number of guests that Mrs. Astor could host without “vulgar overcrowding” in the ballroom of her brownstone at 350 Fifth Ave. By 1893, she was entertaining in her new mansion, designed by architect Richard Morris Hunt, at 65th and Fifth Avenue—the grandest New York had ever seen.

It was Mrs. Astor and her reign that inspired Edith Wharton and the novelists of the Gilded Age. Her sense of exclusiveness was provocative, as she dismissed people from her parties: “Just because I buy my carpets from him, does not mean I have to invite him to walk on them.”—Elizabeth Quinn Brown

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