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  Todd English With Ramona Singer, Honor Brodie And Bradford Rand Executive Producer Bradford Rand and his team at RAND Luxury celebrated its 20th anniversary by producing its largest event in the Hamptons: the 2026 Hamptons Concours d’Elegance. This annual event sold out in advance again bringing together automotive enthusiasts, collectors, celebrities and luxury lifestyle brands.  Held at the private Bridgehampton estate of Kenneth and Maria Fishel, more than $100 million in collector automobiles, luxury experiences and charitable fundraising combined for one of the East End’s signature summer events. Adding celebrity flair to the afternoon, author and cultural commentator Candace Bushnell presented the Sexiest Car Award, celebrity chef Todd English presented the English Award, and television personality Ramona Singer presented the Forever Fabulous Award, recognizing standout automobiles showcased throughout the concours. The Diamond Award was presented by Michael Patrizio, ...

  Rand Luxury Bradford Rand of RAND Luxury will bring one of the Hamptons’ most anticipated automotive and lifestyle gatherings back to Bridgehampton when the Hamptons Concours d’Elegance returns Saturday, August 1st, 2026 at the private estate of Kenneth and Maria Fishel in Bridgehampton. The invitation-only event will place more than $100 million in collector automobiles alongside vintage timepieces, artwork, estate jewelry and luxury shopping experiences, complemented by a catered brunch, fine wines, premium spirits and other hospitality offerings. The afternoon will combine the traditions of a classic concours with a distinctly Hamptons sense of personality. Ferraris and Porsches from every era will be evaluated for awards, while collector cars from other marques will compete for the People’s Choice Award. Adding celebrity sparkle to the judging, author and cultural commentator Candace Bushnell, whose work inspired “Sex and the City,” will present the Sexiest Car Award. Restaur...

  Jill Zarin   Andy Sabin Angela LaGreca The South Fork Natural History Museum and Nature Center, known as SOFO, held its 37th Annual Summer Gala Benefit at the museum in Bridgehampton, themed “Celebrate the Power of Our Natural World: Protecting Our Planet’s Living Waters & Lands.” The gala supported the South Fork Natural History Museum and Nature Center‘s environmental education, museum programming, conservation initiatives and community outreach, bringing together conservation leaders, philanthropists, civic supporters and Hamptons guests for one of the East End’s signature summer benefits. The 2026 honorees included Fabien Cousteau, renowned aquanaut, ocean conservationist and documentary filmmaker; Bernadette Castro, esteemed civic leader and environmental advocate; Louise and Stephen Pesce, devoted supporters of conservation and community initiatives; and Jean Shafiroff, advocate, philanthropist and humanitarian.   Bradford Rand Fabien Cousteau The evening bega...

  The Hamptons This Summer the atmosphere in the Hamptons is all about celebrations with America’s 250th Anniversary of independence and national events such as the US Open Golf Tournament this June. Whilst there are probably more than 250 ways to enjoy the Hamptons this summer season, here are among the most exclusive guest lists to be on, where you can go and where you can make the most difference helping to raise money for worthwhile causes, enjoy summer dinners and cocktails, see spectacular performances, and dance the night away…  The Lists to Be On… Marina St Barth   Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Marina St Barth at its new Southampton location this Memorial Day Weekend on Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 between 3:00pm-6:00pm and enjoy the fashion and her outdoor garden.  Catch up with this season’s fashion essentials for your wardrobe at 54 Jobs Lane, Southampton. www.marina-stbarth.com   Join The Baker House 1650 in East Hampton on Sunday, May 24th, 2026 fro...

  Bradford Rand Kenneth Fishel And Maria Fishel Bradford Rand and the RAND Luxury team presented the 2025 Hamptons Concours at the magnificent private estate of Maria and Kenneth Fishel in Bridgehampton. This invitation-only, red-carpet automotive lifestyle event benefited the Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF). The 2025 Hamptons Concours was RAND Luxury’s largest Hamptons event in its nearly 20 year history that featured an awe-inspiring display of over $100 million worth of rare Ferrari, Porsche, McLaren, and Aston Martin motorcars, meticulously curated to delight over 700 automobile connoisseurs, collectors, and high-net-worth guests. Ferrari and Porsche motorcars were judged by a series of top automotive connoisseurs and on a lighter note, The “Sexiest Car Award” was presented by Candice Bushnell, author, television producer and inspiration of the Emmy & Golden Globe Award Winning Series “Sex in the City!”   Aliana Lohan And Dina Lohan   Leesa Rowland ...

  Christie Brinkley With Jean Shafiroff Chevy Chase With Jayni Chase And Cydney Chase The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF) held its Sweet 16th Unconditional Love Gala, a premier summer event celebrating compassion, community, and animal welfare at an exclusive private estate on Ocean Road in Bridgehampton, NY.  Hosted by comedians Hannah Berner and Des Bishop, this year’s gala honored Alison Eastwood — actor, director, and founder of the Eastwood Ranch Foundation Animal Rescue as the SASF Animal Welfare Honoree. In addition, the Compassion to Action Award was presented to Jayni and Chevy Chase by iconic supermodel and activist Christie Brinkley, recognizing their dedication to animal advocacy.   Beth Stern Bradford Rand With Sergio Nicolosi As the Shelter prepares for an unprecedented closure this fall to undergo much needed renovations and facility improvements, this year’s gala was the most important yet, with great entertainment by Soul System Orchestras, l...

  Hamptons Invite Bradford Rand of RAND Luxury proudly presents the return of the highly anticipated Hamptons Concours, taking place on Saturday, August 2nd, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the magnificent private estate of Maria and Kenneth Fishel in Bridgehampton. This invitation-only, red-carpet automotive lifestyle event will benefit the Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF). Now in its latest evolution, the 2025 Hamptons Concours will feature an awe-inspiring display of over $100 million worth of rare Ferrari, Porsche, McLaren, and Aston Martin motorcars, meticulously curated to delight automobile connoisseurs, collectors, and high-net-worth guests. Ferrari and Porsche motorcars shall be judged by a series of top automotive connoisseurs! On a lighter note, The “Sexiest Car Award” shall be chosen by none other than Candice Bushnell, author, television producer and inspiration of the Emmy & Golden Globe Award Winning Series “Sex in the City!”  The day promises ...

  Melissa Rand With Bradford Rand Jean Shafiroff Kenneth Fishel With Maria Fishel, Alexandra Fishel & Bradley Fishel Bradford Rand and his team including Andrew Levitt at the world-renowned events company RAND Luxury produced a private charity brunch & concours in collaboration with Ferrari of Long Island, Manhattan Motorcars, Morgan Stanley, Rémy Martin / Louis XIII and more. The exclusive, Invitation-Only concours was Sold Out well in advance and was hosted at the Bridgehampton estate of Kenneth & Maria Fishel. The Event benefitted The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF). The annual event showcased one of the largest gatherings of collectible spectacular vintage and new Ferrari, Porsche, Aston Martin, McLarens, Rolls-Royce Motorcars the Hamptons has ever seen whose combined value was estimated at over $100 Million. A series of automotive connoisseurs and celebrity judges reviewed nearly 200 Ferrari & Porsche motorcars in the judged concours led by Chief J...

  Victor Green With Bradford Rand Nicole Noonan With Steven Knobel Bradford Rand and his team including Andrew Levitt at the world-renowned events company RAND Luxury produced a private charity brunch & concours in collaboration with Ferrari of Long Island, Manhattan Motorcars, Morgan Stanley, Rémy Martin / Louis XIII and more. The exclusive, Invitation-Only concours was Sold Out well in advance and was hosted at the Bridgehampton estate of Kenneth & Maria Fishel.   Soren White Mike Endico With Bill Endico & Fabio Granato Julie Romo Auclair With Ken Fishel, Maria Fishel, Bradley Fishel & Alexandra Fishel The Event benefitted The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF), which is dedicated to finding cures for cancer, and the Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF). The annual event showcased one of the largest gatherings of collectible spectacular vintage and new Ferrari Motorcars the Hamptons has ever seen and the collection of vehicles present was estima...