Interior designer, author, and EyeSwoon founder Athena Calderone celebrated the launch of her debut jewelry collection in collaboration with John Hardy, marking an exciting new chapter in her multifaceted career. Hosted at the intimate and elegant Café Zaffri, located within The Twenty Two in Union Square, the dinner brought together a curated group of creatives and tastemakers to celebrate this exclusive capsule collection, created in partnership with John Hardy’s Creative Chairman, Reed Krakoff.

The celebration unfolded in the dimly lit back room of the restaurant, where the ambiance exuded an intimacy. Guests mingled during cocktail hour where excitement grew as they saw how each guest styled the pieces. The display table adorned by calla lilies took center stage showcasing the collection. The warm glow of the room perfectly highlighted the sculptural jewelry on display, setting a mood of refined elegance.

Notable guest included Athena Calderone, Reed Krakoff, Victor Calderone, Jenna Lyons, Jacqueline Jablonski, Christie Tyler, Colin King, Erin Walsh, Beverly Nguyen, Vanessa Hong, Zanna Roberts Rassi, Melissa Wood Tepperberg, Ronny Kobo, Emily Bonita, Coco Schiffer, Gabriella Khalil, Ashley Avignone, Alexis Badiyi, Rachelle Hruska, Olivia Joan, Giza Timonier, Nikki Kynard, Brie Welch, Mimi Nguyen, Madelynn Hudson, Andrea Ricci, Joanna Halpin, Chloé Crane-Leroux, Alex Tieghi-Walker, Dione Davis, Elly McGaw, Daniel Lonnstrom, Christina Grasso, Jane Keltner de Valle, Jenné Lombardo, Rafael Prieto, Laura Reilly, Erik Maza, Amy Astley, Stellene Volandes, Elise Taylor, Jess Graves, Alex Badia, Nicole Fritton, and Kate Berry.

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