Malibu to Montauk

Barbie may be hitting beaches of dream land and artificial sunshine in theaters, but Memorial Day weekend marked the beginning of all the fun to come from Malibu to Montauk Summer 2023. We're sun-setting our sights on Hampton happy hours and Pacific Coast Pop Ups - eager for those ocean vistas on the horizon. Barbiecore aside, in this issue you will find...

Karte Blanche June 2023 inside this issue Malibu to Montauk Summer 2023

SUITCASE

HAMPTONS

JONES ROAD BEAUTY MIRACLE BALM All-Over Glow 1.76 oz - find your shade $38. at 55 Main Street, East Hampton

MARINA ST. BARTH - Ibiza Ruth Long Skirt $495. Emblematic long peasant cut cotton voile skirt with tiered silhouette. Marina St Barth at 32 Park Place, East Hampton

HEURTAULT Parasolerie Paris by French Couturier Michel Heurtault. Each parasol is created by hand and designed to last a lifetime. Parasol white linen with embroidered edges, anti-UV treatment, silk pongee lining and beechwood handle €750

BROCHU WALKER - MORNING LIGHT Eau Parfumée Spray 100ML $98. inspired by lavender fields, caressed by a gentle ocean breeze and illuminated by the warm glow of dawn. Windswept florals with notes of Bergamot and zesty spice of Cardamom. Brochu Walker Boutique Southampton

DIPTYQUE - Quintessential BAIES (Berries) Candle 190G - tangy coolness of freshly picked blackcurrant berries. A few black bunches still have their leaves, their green and aromatic scent blending with the lively, flowery accents of rose. Made in France $74. Diptyque Boutique at 11 Newtown Lane, East Hampton

SUITCASE MONTAUK

ALEX VINASH NEW YORK - 100% natural wood walnut watch. Handmade and designed in New York by Alex Vinash $159. Alex Vinash at 25 Hampton Road 11968, Southampton

ORLEBAR BROWN - Giles Islet Shirt $375. from CURIO at Project Hamptons 2183 Montauk Highway, Bridgehampton

MONTAUKILA - ANEJO 1 year oak barrels, vanilla & caramel notes perfect for sipping on the rocks $56.99. Montaukila locally owned tequila brand that celebrates the spirit of Montauk with 100% of their merch sales donated to Oceanic Global - a worldwide movement dedicated to conscious ocean conservation. www.montaukila.com

JACQUEMUS - La serviette Soleil spiral sun beach towel print orange or beige €120 www.jacquemus.com

MEMORY HOTEL - Memory Motel Flip-Flops $25. 692 Montauk Hwy, Montauk

Malibu to Montauk

SCENE & SEEN

EAST END

AMAGANSETT

ROWDY HALL - the popular English pub in a back-alley nook of East Hampton Village named after a turn of the century boarding house favoured by artists, will relocate after 26 years to Amagansett in mid-September of 2023. Owners say that they will move the business rather than renovate the old space the pub has occupied since 1996, to a newly refurbished building of the former Main Street Tavern (originally the Indian Wells Tavern) in Amagansett. Rowdy Hall is known for its casual vibe as a year-round local meet up with old friends for drinks and signature French Bistro/English Pub fare. The new space promises to keep the unpretentious character Rowdy Hall is known for, but with more seating, expanded bar, outdoor beer garden and their same popular French Onion Soup.

ROSIE'S RESIDENCY POP UP dining series is back in Amagansett featuring a dynamic group of restaurants from New York City with one-of-a-kind elevated food and cocktail experiences in a pre-fixe family-style cuisine format. Rosie’s Pop-Up Series Schedule: Rangoon: June 8-11 / June 15-18, Jia: June 22-25 / June 29-July 2, odo: July 5-9 / July 12-16, Isabelle’s Osteria: July 20-23 / July 27-30, Wayan: August 3-6 / August 10 -13, Charlie Bird: August 17-20 / August 24-27, Leland Eating & Drinking House: August 31-September 3, 7-10, Wayla: September 14-17 / September 21-24 and Little Owl: September 28-30.

BRIDGEHAMPTON

CURIO at PROJECT HAMPTONS is tucked in a contemporary farmhouse venue at 2183 Montauk Hwy. - bringing luxury brands and retailers under one roof as a standalone shopping experience, complemented by pop-ups with other brands and designers, weekly trunk shows, runway shows, celebrity book signings, bi-monthly charitable events that benefit local charities and organizations, as well as daily fitness classes prior to opening hours. CURIO, founded by fashion industry veterans Jeff Lasota and Danielle Licata, is showing a tailored East End-inspired mix of brands and products for Hamptonites to shop such as - Isabel Marant, Dolce & Gabbana, Alberta Ferretti, Etro, Lug Von Siga, Borgo Du Nor, Carolina K, Brandon Maxwell, Adrianna Degreas, and more.

EAST HAMPTON

Heavy luxury brands are continuing to move into East Hampton. Chanel's Ephemeral Boutique Pop Up took over a 2,500-square-foot store at 26 Newtown Lane designed in traditional, gray-shingled Hamptons style reimagined as a Parisian summer fashion fantasy with everything from elegant Métiers d’art collection gowns and gilded tweeds to Coco Beach bathing suits - with an enchanting garden in back for summer soirées.

The $22M purchase of 1 Main Steet by Bernard Arnault of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton - a Louis Vuitton Boutique was inevitable. Opened on May 26th in the heart of the Hamptons, the new LOUIS VUITTON Boutique is showcasing everything from ready-to-wear, leather goods and accessories, to Objets Nomades, as well as some of Louis Vuitton's latest creations for men and women. Exclusive to the store opening is a preview of the new LV By The Pool Collection, a blue-and-white palette of ready to wear, handbags, accessories, tableware, decor, and gifts. The LV by the Pool collection is exclusive to the East Hampton store until June 2, after which it will launch globally.

PRADA debuts a new chic coastal summer look inside their East Hampton boutique located on the corner of Newton Lane. The revamped space is a sea-inspired palette nod to the Hamptons style.

DIPTYQUE - The French perfume house will unveil a new boutique in East Hampton at 11 Newtown Lane this summer. Their iconic Baies candles have become a Hampton Home essential element for ambience and gift-giving. Diptyque’s most recent scent - Eau Nabati is "a deep, powerful fragrance that captures the nuances of a paradise garden and is inspired by the harmony of opposites between the hot sand of the desert and the freshness of an oasis... of Bergamot and green notes of Petitgrain that are surrounded by the enveloping amber warmth of Immortelle and Balsam of Peru."

BOBBI BROWN makeup legend who lives just over in Sag Harbor, opened her new venture beauty boutique on May 17th at 55 Main Street - Jones Road Beauty, named after a street in the Hamptons. Jones Road was created with the philosophy of clean, high-grade formulations that are simple to use and work with every skin type and tone.

DEREK LAM 10 CROSBY opened its first store in the Village of East Hampton back in April. The year-round boutique by architect Toshihiro Oki features warm colors and textures that are meant to combine the open skies of the area with the urban refinement of the brand’s signature aesthetic. The interior features a specialty denim bar with artisanal styles and will have in-person activations and shopping events to appeal to its intergenerational clientele.

MARINA ST. BARTH - Island brand and boho elegance apparel boutique from the luxurious island of Saint Barthélemy opened a sun-kissed lifestyle boutique in Southampton in 2022 and now a second in East Hampton at 32 Park Place. The new shop will also carry other island-life labels, including Schutz shoes, Øud Paris fashions & Charo Ruiz’s frocks.

AVIATOR NATION from Venice Beach, California known for its unisex and surf-inspired looks with that lived-in feel. Their first East Coast store at 87 Main St. in East Hampton. Real Malibu to Montauk Summer 2023 vibes...

MONTAUK

DAUNT'S ALBATROSS - hotel owned by the Daunt family for 3 generations, has a new look with help from Brooklyn-based design firm Home Studios. The property has pretty much stayed the same since Leo’s grandfather bought the humble escape in 1977. Its location just off the beach with a short walk to restaurants, bars, shops and their updated look inspired by Shadmoor State Park, is attracting younger creatives as well as their yearly regulars. And for the first time, the newly redesigned - The Bird across the street, is offering dinner service.

MARRAM - Montauk's fairly new resort and their on-site seasonal outdoor counter service café - Mostador Marram by Martin Pittaluga and Fernando Trocca - whom share a passion for fine dining in a relaxed style. Their restaurants in José Ignacio, Uruguay - La Huella, La Caracola, and Mostrador Santa Teresita are globally recognized for their laid-back excellence in asado cooking. "MARRAM is the English word for the wild seagrass that is found all around the hotel, often planted in elegant dunes - has a prime spot right on the beach." This boutique resort is barefoot luxury with essential experiences that invite you to focus on life’s simple pleasures in the spirit of an untouched landscape.

MAVERICKS has finally opened in Montauk. A surf-and-turf with sunsets on the side restaurant and dining experience. Upon arrival you’ll be greeted by a 700-pound shark sculpture designed by renowned street artist RISK - to perfectly compliment their mix of maritime influence with creativity and style. The restaurant highlights water views from every table that overlook Fort Pond to the west and a showcase of crafted classic cocktails of visual delivery to include “M” branded ice.

MAISON CLOSE MONTAUK from flagship SoHo location developed in collaboration with DMDesign, and a mission to replicate the dining culture and celebration of shared spaces known in France - has extended its NYC home with Maison Close Montauk. Created with the interest of the surrounding town and residents, featuring the same Parisian bistro cuisine with a beachside setting that elicits summertime in Saint-Tropez. Taking full advantage of its prime waterfront location with 22 dock slips for guests arriving by boat.

TAYLA under the direction of Chef Lechantoux, an entirely new Mediterranean restaurant concept Greek provenance and coastal-French whimsy opened in the Ruschmeyers Hotel. Offering a full dining room and lounge experience for a magical evening getaway also conceptualized by DMDesign - sultry jungle feel interior with outdoor firepits, dim lighting and jungle house beats to enhance the late-night feel of the bar and the distinct Montauk energy.

PRODIGAL SUNS - pop up at Memory Motel (made famous by a Rolling Stones song) at 692 Montauk Hwy. will be open on Mondays through summer season. Founder Marcos Martinez (executive chef at Montauk’s Bird on the Roof restaurant) and Michael Torres will showcase collectibles, sneakers, vintage gear and pop-culture tees.

POP ARTIST SANDY COHEN is launching a new exhibition at Montauk Beach House. The Art Show - “Put On Your Red Shoes,” will feature her large paintings. Sandy Cohen is a Hamptons based artist, born in Israel and raised in New York City. Her works of art are exhibited in galleries internationally and can be found in the private collections of several Royal families as well as celebrities and high-profile collectors.

BOUNCE will open with parties hosted by model Tyson Beckford and “Bachelorette” star Tyler Cameron.

SURF LODGE celebrates its 15th anniversary with a performance by Fisher & Hayden James over opening weekend and later in summer, Busta Rhymes, Aloe Blacc, Anderson Paak and Bob Moses are scheduled to play.

THE SURF THING June 14-17 four days of surf, sand, sun, golf, health and wellness, local shops, youth programs, intimate concert experiences, and many of the best surfers this side of the moon plus closing shindig with Big Wave Surf Panel and special musical guest - Portugal. The Man. Helping raise funds for Montauk Food Pantry and Surfrider. BY WHALEBONE all access pass tickets here.

SURF SHACK POP UP - Paper Planes at Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa opens through July 4th weekend with everything from Hova signature bucket hats and visors, graphic tees, quilted sling bags, oversized beach totes and an exclusive “Sketch” surfboard with matching shorts.

SAG HARBOR

SAG HARBOR KITCHEN - Michelin award-winning chef Melissa O’Donnell is headed to Sag Harbor this summer for a sea-to-table pop-up experience in partnership with livestream culinary platform Kittch. Sag Harbor Kitchen opens in the space formerly belonging to Dockside - prime harbor-front location offering both indoor and outdoor seating, as well as a summer-long schedule of special events. SHK will have a unique après-beach cocktail and food menu, as well as a delicious après-theater menu - and will accept limited reservations, holding most of its tables for walk-ins. To support the local community, they have partnered with the American Legion, aiding local veterans and their families. The restaurant is dedicated to sustainable practices for the environment from sourcing ingredients to waste reduction.

SAG HARBOR CINEMA - Sag Harbor Cinema opened a new Grindstone Donuts Outpost just ahead of Memorial Day Weekend in the lobby of the landmark, historic building on 90 Main Street. A custom grab and go menu includes a line of new stuffed cookies, in collaboration with local baker Dorothy Stone; traditional cookie options and donut holes with organic drip coffees and Grindstone’s locally brewed Cold Brew from Ace Coffee.

SAGTOWN COLLECTIVE - TRAVISMATHEW Southern California-inspired golf brand in the same building as Sagtown Coffee at 78 Main St. is teeing up duffers’ pants, polos, gloves and lifestyle athleisure.

LEALLO - East Hampton brand opened a new location in Sag Harbor at 83 Main Street. The brand strives to capture the authentic vibe of the Hamptons with beautifully constructed, luxuriously soft wardrobe for women who love nature, art and movement. They also strive to keep their carbon footprint low with eco-conscious recycled, compostable packaging, algae-based inks and low water consumption fabric dyes.

SOUTHAMPTON

Enchanté - Historic Red Bar has been reimagined as Enchanté, the latest French-inspired Bistro in Southampton. Translating from the French language meaning “nice to meet you” the glass-enclosed restaurant offers classic French fare, a chic brasserie-like bar, and an intimate private dining room - an homage to Parisian brasseries and seaside dining in the south of France from the same team behind Sí Sí, Sunset Harbor and Crash Cantina.

BROCHU WALKER - Conscious Luxury boutique opened their third store at 11 Main Street. "Evocative, everlasting designs that are as luxurious as they are effortless. Less is always more, quality is never compromised, sustainability is always on our minds". Showcasing flowing linens, knits, footwear, accessories and jewelry - vision of French designer Karine Dubner with two other stores in Carmel-by-the-sea, CA and Westport, CT

Gorjana - Laguna Beach-based jewelry brand bringing Southern California style to its first location on the East End - opened in the heart of Southampton’s Main Street. “Southampton is the epitome of Southern California on the East Coast. With the beach, the sunshine, and summer fashion trends, we couldn’t be more excited to bring a little piece of Laguna Beach to our first Hamptons store opening just in time for Memorial Day weekend,” said Gorjana Reidel, co-founder. Since its founding in 2004, philanthropy has been central to the brand’s mission and approach to community-building and working with nonprofit organizations that support a range of national causes, with a focus on women and children through its annual partnerships with The Breast Cancer Research Foundation, Baby2Baby, Toys for Tots and more.

MORPHEW boutique with one-of-a-kind pieces launched at 56 Hampton Road. All items for sale are vintage or made from vintage materials - from dresses created of scarves to costume jewelry and Givenchy evening gowns.

LA VIE STYLE HOUSE latest outpost in Southampton, features a curated assortment of the brand’s luxury caftans and wraps. The collection highlights La Vie Style House’s vintage inspirations and world travel styles along with works by artist Donald Robertson.

JENNI KAYNE - is a California lifestyle brand of wardrobe and all the things that make a house a home. With an Amagansett location already, now a new second store in Southampton.

ALEX VINASH NY - Clothing and concept store for bold statement dress up for East End events to men’s statement pieces at 25 Hampton Road.

CAPRI HOTEL has a new chef, Andrew Molen, and a poolside menu that includes romantic heart-shaped pizzas. They have also added pickleball, table tennis and new firepits. The resort, which appeared on “Summer House” is known for its DJ pool parties.

DR. MARNIE POP UP - Clients of Dr. Marnie Nussbaum no longer have to trek back to the city for summertime touch-ups, board-certified dermatologist is transforming her glamorous Hamptons pool house into a pop-up for the summer season. The anti-aging specialist, who is a regular on TODAY and has been named one of New York’s Super Doctors, will be seeing patients in her Southampton location, offering all her sought-after services - multi-modality rejuvenation and micro-injectable techniques including filler and Clear/Brilliant laser treatments.

PET LIFEGUARDS POP UP - Water Mill location keeping furry friends safe at 1054 Montauk Hwy with a stock of life jackets, first-aid kits, portable swimming pools, "Wagwellies" beach shoes and reflective gear, along with veterinary memberships and doggie ice cream.

WESTHAMPTON

PALM TREE FESTIVAL - A tropical-inspired festival experience in Westhampton on Saturday, June 24th.The single-day Palm Tree Music Festival is a one-of-a-kind, intimate festival experience curated to capture the unmatched feeling of summer in paradise with majestic beach vibes and unmissable sets by a lineup of global icons - Calvin Harris, Kygo, Loud Luxury, Sam Feldt and Chantel Jeffries.

SCENE & SEEN

WEST END

BEVERLY HILLS

CHANEL celebrated the reopening of its iconic Beverly Hills boutique flagship on May 5th. A pristine white space with signature two-tone colors of optic white plaster with cast bronze, gray wave stone, and tables of petrified wood and resin by Ado Chale and Jean-Claude Dresse. Chandeliers hung above are rendered in rock crystal by Goossens and a lavish courtyard opens an airy atmosphere throughout the space. Chanel has honoured various contemporary artists within the flagship with art commissions of special pieces in collaboration with the house - symbolic of Peter Marino, architect and dear friend who designed the Rodeo Drive boutique. The focal point “Golden Lasso” is a commissioned sculptural work by French contemporary artist Jean‐Michel Othoniel which cascades from the ceiling to the first floor and is reminiscent of Mademoiselle Coco Chanel’s iconic pearl necklaces.

CALABASAS

ROSÉ DAY, LA - King Gillette Ranch on Saturday, June 24th. The 3rd Annual Rosé Day L.A. in Calabasas 1-8PM Indulge in a variety of rosé offerings at an elegant summer in the country complemented by live DJ’s, luxury brand activations, delicious food pairings, leisure games, custom photo moments and more. Hand selected by Iron Chef Forgione, with exclusive vendors offering gourmet meals for purchase and collaborations with Chef Forgione's signature dishes.

CORONADO

SUMMERFEST returns to Loews Hotels & Co upscale brand behind 25 destinations - back by popular demand, the return of “SIP, SEE, STAY, & SWIM” throughout the summer with specialty cocktails and mocktails, scenic destination experiences, and new this year, a partnership with leading swimwear brand LIVELY. Running from June 1st through Labor Day, Summerfest is an immersive program dedicated to inclusion in all forms, with signature programming in most destinations across its resort portfolio. Loews Hotels & Co’s concierge-designed “Cultural Safaris” are back, and this year’s highlights include a trip to Silver Strand State Beach, located near Loews Coronado Bay Resort which will also be hosting onsite pop-up shopping experiences to revamp your summer wear before lounging at the pool decks.

LAGUNA BEACH

SUMMER SAWDUST - Art & Craft Festival June 30th to September 3rd, 2023. Handcrafted art by Laguna Beach artists, three stages of live music, complimentary art classes, glassblowing, art demonstrations and a variety of outdoor dining and saloon offerings - all set in a unique artist village in the heart of Laguna.

MALIBU

MALIBU COUNTRY MART is home to 65+ shops, boutiques, restaurants and cafes just steps from the beach of Malibu's favorite park and playground. New this summer - Andie Swim Boutique which is currently in the process of transitioning all of their swimsuit fabrics into recycled nylon and the new retail concept CB2 introduces - The Malibu Design Shop, exclusively staffed by CB2 Interiors stylists, expertly trained consultants who offer bespoke services for clients wanting small updates to larger redesigns for home. PAIGE - California lifestyle brand launched the Men's and Women’s Summer ’23 Collection early May offering denim, knits, wovens, outerwear, leather, accessories and more. 9026Eyes welcomes Bugatti Eyewear, Laibach & York and FHOne to the 9026Eyes family plus lots of gorgeous styles from Blake Kuwahara, Matsuda, Garrett Leight, Bevel, Cartier.

SANTA MONICA

POP-UP Sézane - Brentwood Country Mart's newest pop-up boutique Sézane opened on May 19th, bringing the cult Parisian wardrobe to Los Angeles iconic with their latest collections and iconic essentials, alongside vintage-inspired jewelry and French lifestyle finds.

BARBIE GIRL

in a Barbie World

Karte Blanche June 2023 issue Malibu Barbie Pop Ups Summer 2023

Barbie of the 50s and 60s had pursed lips and a sideways glance, but that changed forever in 1971 when Malibu Barbie made the trip up Pacific Coast Highway with a completely new face, smile, and a California attitude complete with a golden tan and long blond hair with highlights. The first Malibu Barbie retailed in the Sears Wish Book catalog for $1.94 and was soon joined by Malibu Ken, Malibu Skipper, Malibu Francie, Malibu Christie, and Malibu PJ. The blue bathing suit with sunglasses and beach towel were soon augmented with groovy 1970s fashions & accessories.

Designer Trina Turk saw an original Barbie Dream House on display at LACMA and created a whole line of vintage inspired fashions for the doll and for human-sized Barbies alike. “I was looking at the house made of slotted cardboard” Turk said, “And realized Barbie is actually a modernist.”

In 2021 Malibu Barbie turned 50 and LA designer Jonathan Adler created a real-life Barbie dream house cliffside home in Malibu with wall-to-wall pink carpeting, original Andy Warhol portrait and chandelier made of 30 blond wigs.

The "Barbiecore" pink aesthetic became a fashion trend since 2022, when the Valentino Fall Runway show debuted - Valentino Pink PP after the fashion house's creative director Pierpaolo Piccioli. Hot pink is the preferred shade but the tones of bubblegum and fuchsia also embody the vibe as does the decade spanning the 1980s to the early 2000s. When the official BARBIE movie trailer released - all things pink were here to stay with the addition of her many iconic accessories from pink plastic purses and pink platform pumps to pink rollerblades of course.

PINK CARPET NIGHT at World of Barbie invites guests for a night of glamour, dancing, and high fashion fun. Guests are encouraged to wear their most glamorous “Barbiecore™” outfits greeted to live music, snack bar, and more within the backdrop of World of Barbie. Pink Carpet Nights in Santa Monica will begin in June - tickets available thru Fever.

MALIBU BARBIE POP UP Restaurant in 2 cities this summer - opened in New York City on May 17th and heading to Chicago on June 7th. Inspired by the "groovy beachside energy of 1970s Malibu, California," and the beach-bound Malibu Barbie doll that debuted in 1971. MasterChef semi-finalist Becky Brown created the menu for the fast-casual restaurant, which will emphasize an all-day brunch, desserts and a drink menu, which has both kid and adult versions. Cocktails on the grown-up menu include Cosmos, French 71, Mojito, a Think Pink Margarita. The immersive will also feature exclusive merchandise to buy and signature photo moments for fans to interact with. Tickets at Bucket Listers.

MALIBU BARBIE Themed Pop-Up Truck - The Barbie Truck Totally Throwback Tour is continuing its 50th anniversary tour that began in L.A. in the summer of 2021. Offering exclusive retro-inspired merchandise celebrating the iconic heritage of the original California girl, Malibu Barbie will be available for purchase. Walnut Creek: Saturday, June 3rd, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Broadway Plaza near Macy’s.