On Friday, December 19th, Hilaria Baldwin was celebrated in true New York City style as she toasted her Gurus Magazine Holiday Cover with an intimate yet star- studded launch party at Zoì Mediterranean restaurant in Nomad. The evening was hosted by Gurus Magazine Publisher and CEO, Derek Warburton, and produced by celebrity publicist A. Rothschild PR, blending culture, conversation, and chic holiday glamour. An atmosphere perfectly aligned with both the cover stars and publication ethos.
From the moment guests arrived, the room buzzed with warmth and excitement over Hilaria’s dazzling Guru’s cover. Zoi’s sophisticated Mediterranean setting provided an elegant backdrop for the celebration, with soft lighting, refined decor, and a lively crowd that reflected Gurus Magazine’s diverse community of creatives, thought leaders, and taste-makers. The event felt less like a media event and more like a holiday gathering of friends and collaborators coming together to honor a meaningful milestone – Hilaria Baldwin.
Among the group of supporters was renowned actor Alec Baldwin, who proudly supported his wife throughout the evening, sharing in laughter and camaraderie as guests congratulated and posed for photos with Hilaria Baldwin. The celebration drew an impressive mix of VIP guests spanning media, literature, fashion, and pop culture, including Sex and the City creator and celebrated author Candace Bushnell; The Real Housewives of New Jersey’s Margaret Josephs; American television personality Dina Lohan; Tony Award-winning Broadway producer Wendy Federman; New York City designers Frederick Anderson and Kobi Halperin; celebrity photographer Harold Mindel; and BILF Podcast host Mara Dorne, who mingled effortlessly with guests, adding to the night’s undeniable star power.
Also among the notable attendees were entrepreneurMichael Lukacs and his wife,Michele Lukacs; Relationship Expert and Divorce Guru Kara Francis; and celebrity photographerJosh Fogel, who shot Hilaria Baldwin for the Gurus Magazine Holiday Cover.
In partnership with Zoi Mediterranean owner, Onur Safak, and IE Group President and co-founder, Jeff Krauss – whose hospitality ensured the celebration flowed seamlessly – from curated hors d’oeuvres, a caviar bar, and cocktails to effortless conversation and connection. Along with a special thank you to Gurus Magazine Editor, Ashley Kane, and Kat Friedman. Cameras flashed throughout the night as guests showed off their red-carpet looks, capturing moments that felt celebratory, stylish, and completely personal. It seamlessly blended into an intimate dinner with a curated menu and lavish desserts.
More than just a cover launch, the event honored Hilaria Baldwin’s voice, journey, and influence, marking a festive close to the year while setting the tone for what’s ahead. With dazzling photos, heartfelt conversations, Blissy and Javvy sponsored gift bags, and an undeniable sense of community, the Gurus Holiday Party was a night to remember. One that perfectly embodied the spirit of connection, empowerment, and authenticity.
Photo credit: Dennis Tooshkanov of Arie Photo Studio
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