From Far Rockaway to MetLife Stadium, this month’s cultural calendar was a study in contrasts, sunset summits, couture retrospectives, and espresso-fueled celebrations all made their mark. Below, Whitewall shares a look inside the week’s most memorable events—from a Dior and UBS show curated by Carine Roitfeld and a Nespresso suite at a cinematic stage of The Weeknd, to Art Arena’s inaugural summit.
The Weeknd Partners with Nespresso
Courtesy of The Weeknd and Nespresso.
Last week, as a sponsor of The Weeknd’s sold-out “After Hours till Dawn” tour, Nespresso hosted a suite at MetLife Stadium, transforming it into a moody lounge layered with curated cocktails, candlelit moments, and panoramic views of the stage to celebrate the launch of their partnership and new Nespresso SAMRA Origins co-created coffee. Guests floated between velvet seating and sleek espresso stations, sipping signature martinis as Abel Tesfaye’s voice pulsed through the stadium. It was a celebration of ritual and rhythm, with The Weeknd, where caffeine met crescendo, luxury lived in every detail—and Nespresso SAMRA Origins coffee was brought to life.
Madhappy Opens a SoHo Location
Courtesy of Madhappy.
Last weekend, Madhappy’s newest SoHo outpost opened its doors, and every soft-pink tee and cozy hoodie was framed by sleek, gallery-grade display shelving designed by PlayLab, INC. For the space, think white-washed minimalist chic meets effervescent neighborhood buzz. Guests floated through the space under warm lighting, snapping shots on the minimalist terrazzo floor that glowed with intentional simplicity. Between champagne toasts and candid photo moments, the vibe was as laid-back and joyful as Mad Happy’s branding.
Art Arena Pops Up in the Rockaways
Megan Rapinoe, Cari Champion, courtesy of Art Arena.
Art Arena made its debut in the Rockaways last weekend, as well, with a two-day summit that redefined the dialogue between art and sport. Held at The Rockaway Hotel and presented in partnership with Glossier, the event brought together voices like Mickalene Thomas, Megan Rapinoe, and Breanna Stewart for panels, performances, and live podcast tapings. Highlights included a limited-edition banner made from recycled plastic, a Glossier pool party, and a mural unveiling that doubled as a community engagement moment. Equal parts strategy and soul, the summit centered women at the forefront of culture, competition, and creative impact.
Santoni and Assouline Host Dinner Soirée
Santoni 50th Anniversary Dinner with Assouline at Caviar Kaspia.
To celebrate the launch of Santoni MERAVIGLIA, Giuseppe Santoni and Alex Assouline hosted an intimate dinner at Caviar Kaspia at The Mark, honoring five decades of Italian craftsmanship and design excellence. The evening brought together a refined guest list, including Maggie Gyllenhaal, Michelle Monaghan, and close friends of both houses. Set against the opulent backdrop of The Mark, the event marked a stylish union of heritage, publishing, and timeless savoir-faire.
Carine Roitfeld and UBS Open Dior Exhibit
Carine Roitfeld, Helena Christensen, Francesca Sorrenti
UBS and Dior unveiled “House of Craft x Dior” in downtown Manhattan, a three-day celebration of couture mastery curated by fashion legend Carine Roitfeld. The exhibition, captured through Brigitte Niedermair’s lens, elegantly spans eight decades of Dior’s creative directors, from Christian Dior to Kim Jones, offering rare archival pieces styled with Roitfeld’s signature editorial flair. The exhibit, which was free to the public at 28 Pine Street from June 6–8, also featured intimate panels and craft workshops with Dior’s atelier directors and industry voices on topics like sustainability and women’s leadership. This collaboration solidified UBS House of Craft’s ethos, championing tradition, innovation, and excellence, while spotlighting Dior’s enduring influence through immersive storytelling and visual artistry
