Inside The Buscemi Re-Launch Dinner With Artist Jayson Atienza
- By: Ashley Joy Parker
- June 19, 2024
Fancy Footwork…
Luxury brand Buscemi recently hosted a re-launch dinner party in collaboration with artist Jayson Atienza to celebrate the new footwear collection at a breathtaking home in the Hollywood Hills.
Notable guests in attendance at the intimate dinner included Emile Hirsch, Oliver Trevena, Dave on FX star GaTa (Dave on FX), Grey’s Anatomy star DeVaughn Nixon, Good Trouble star Bryan Craig, Luca Castellani, beauty mogul Patrick Ta, Jonathan Cheban (aka Foodgod), Beau Casper Smart, Savannah James, Sterling Beaumon, DJ Tay James and more.
Upon arrival, attendees were greeted by an ice sculpture of the Buscemi 100MM high top sneaker, containing golden keys inside which open special Buscemi locks. The first drop of the collection was also displayed along with the collaboration styles designed by Atienza.
The private dinner reception featured beautiful black laquer tables flooded with deep red roses and gold place settings, with the menu reflective of the collection design in an exclusive, stunning location in the Hollywood Hills. Guests were able to see and experience the first drop of the year. Atienza also gave guests an opportunity to win a pair of fully customised Buscemi sneakers hand drawn him.
Guests were also greeted with caviar bumps by Golden Reserve Caviar and indulged in a delicious four-course culinary meal by Chef Shane. Throughout the night, guests sipped on G.H Mumm champagne and sparkling rose, wine, cocktails and nonalcoholic beverages such as refreshing Caliwater, plus Red Bull and Pellegrino water.
Speciality cocktails curated for the night were the Buscemi Paloma Margarita which featured El Cristiano Tequila, The 100MM with El Cristiano & Caliwater Pineapple and the Atienza Old Fashioned was created with Brothers Bond Bourbon.
DJ Jack Henry provided the beats for the dinner party which was was powered by RepBets, a new event platform by Ghost.
Other notable attendees included artist Crime by Design, Olly Dwight, George Satsidis, Natasha Sheridan, Jonthan Buckridge, Edward Darwent, Liam Layson, stylist Jamar Hart, Chase Keith, Payton King, Carrington, Judah Johnson, Jordan Huxhold, Avani Gregg, Sage Elara and Sophie Telegadis.
Launched originally in 2013 by Jon Buscemi, Buscemi is a New-York based global luxury footwear brand committed to the craft and pursuit of the most elegant footwear. Each style is made with the finest Italian leathers and the very best embellishments such as signature 24k gold plated locks.
The first drop of the relaunch features higher quality and refreshed versions of the brand’s icons, the 100MM high top and QUEST low top. The second and third drop will introduce new styles such as sliders, loafers, boots and another alternative version of the brand favorite, the 100MM. As part of the relaunch, the brand has injected a more futuristic aesthetic to the collections with more metallic styles, solid color options and original designs.
“We are thrilled to relaunch with Buscemi, a brand full of passion and dedication to creating styles using the finest materials and craftsmanship,” says Catherine Scorey Jobling, COO of AllSaints, John Varvatos and Buscemi. “We want to give a real moment for each new drop so that our audience can fully experience the key features of these designs that make them feel so luxurious such as less stitching for a more polished aesthetic and folded seams.”
She continued, “The relaunch brings a new era for Buscemi with fresher designs and a playfulness whilst staying committed to producing expertly crafted products made from the highest quality materials.”
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Prices start at $175 for general admission ticket with open bar to table options ranging from $5,000 for 6 people to $20,000 VIP cabanas for 15 people.