As another Hamptons season draws to a close, we reflect on this summer’s greatest sartorial achievements.
(FROM LEFT) Alina Cho, Andrew Saffir, Lizzie Tisch, and Anne Keating.
From backyard cocktail casual to floor-sweeping black-tie formal, the Hamptons was awash this summer in bold hues, brilliant patterns, and truly inspired silhouettes. Our panel of four fashion insiders now pool their expertise to shine a light on 50 of the greatest style setters among us.
Our Hall of Fame Best-Dressed Committee
Alina Cho
An authority on fashion and editor-at-large at Ballantine Bantam Dell, Cho is responsible for developing and coediting books on style and fashion.
Andrew Saffir
The founder of The Cinema Society, Saffir holds the Hamptons’ most exclusive screenings and parties—his invites are most coveted among the East Enders.
Lizzie Tisch
Fashion enthusiast Tisch partnered with Kim Kassel to create Suite 1521. She and her husband, Jonathan Tisch, co-chaired the 2014 MET Gala.
Anne Keating
The SVP of PR for Bloomingdale’s, Keating is responsible for the initiation, creation, and direction of the brand’s press and philanthropic efforts.
Consistently Classic
Refined lines and elegant pieces are staples in their wardrobes, and nothing works better for a Hamptons fête than the clean, nautical American palette of navy blue, crimson red, and stark white.
Daniel Benedict.
Daniel Benedict
As a leading product designer, aesthetics come naturally to Benedict whose ability to make trousers and a navy blazer look dramatically new wowed guests at Dom Pérignon’s P2-1998 launch.
Christie Brinkley
An iconic beauty of our time—whether on the beach in the Hamptons or at a bustling dinner party—whatever Brinkley wears, she wears it well.
Jack Brinkley-Cook
Stepping out on his own—while still taking a page from his mother, Christie—the young model’s simple, cool Hamptons style is a tribute to classic Americana.
Whitney Fairchild.
Whitney Fairchild
The fashion designer made white feel completely new again with a figure-hugging mini dress at the Guild Hall gala that showed less can be more.
Matt Lauer
Using color and texture to make classic pieces feel fresh, the Today show anchor is always immaculately tailored whether on TV or in the Hamptons relaxing.
Dylan Lauren.
Dylan Lauren
A gorgeous show-stopper who is unafraid of color, the Dylan’s Candy Bar owner takes a cue from the beautiful simplicity of her father, Ralph Lauren, and looks impeccable in a bright polo and jeans.
Lee Mindel
The architect to Ralph Lauren and Sting is always camera-ready at summertime soirees with his casual chic Hamptons style.
Julianne Moore
In acting roles and in fashion choices, Moore never logs a miss, and her look for the Children’s Health Fund benefit (gorgeous red, wide-legged pants and a simple, white blouse) was no exception.
Soledad O’Brien
The broadcast journalist looked stunning in a simple black column dress, accessorized with killer beads and a show-stopping belt at Russell Simmons’s Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation Art for Life benefit.
Harry Slatkin
The home fragrance executive’s business suits and his East Hampton-ready weekend ensembles all share one common theme: expert tailoring and design with just a touch of spirited whimsy.
Martha Stewart
The domestic doyenne’s unadorned looks are deceptively simple, with clean lines and perfectly mixed proportions serving as a backdrop for her glowing visage.
The Bold and the Beautiful
Vibrant colors and radiant grooming punctuate their looks, as this group of glamorous guys and gals attends only the A-list parties on the East End event circuit.
Veronica Miele Beard
The co-designer of fashion line Veronica Beard wowed guests at Giorgio Armani’s Baby Buggy dinner in a floral mini and is gorgeous, chic, and a mother of five: a winning combination.
Dr. Samantha Boardman
Whether she’s at a dinner party or at the gym, this psychiatrist and social butterfly is never anything but impeccably turned out.
Beth Buccini
The Kirna Zabête co-owner paired a Valentino jumpsuit with big, colorful earrings purchased last year in Capri to dazzling effect at the Baby Buggy dinner.
Olivia Chantecaille
The cosmetics queen’s looks—from gorgeous floral sundresses to delicate and ethereal cocktail numbers—are always perfectly feminine and garden-party ready.
Olivia Chantecaille.
Georgina Chapman
As the designer and cofounder of Marchesa, it’s clear that Chapman’s fashion sense is not to be disputed—but equally impressive is her ability to bring that glamour to her off-duty dressing.
Sarah Easley.
Sarah Easley
Kirna Zabête’s other half proved that demure and striking can go hand-in-hand with languid, flowy, simple looks that provide just the right amount of flash but still get attention.
Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker.
Sarah Jessica Parker/Matthew Broderick
This couple was as chic as ever this season: For the Dom Pérignon P2-1998 launch, Parker donned a f lowing, colorful dress and purple heels, and Broderick was dapper in a pastel palette.
Campion Platt
It doesn’t take much for the celebrated architect and former model to make an impression, so his relaxed take on menswear and trademark glasses make for the perfect look.
Jonathan Tisch
From the boardroom to barbecues, the Loews Hotels chairman and treasurer of the New York Giants is always expertly attired.
Bohemian Chic
Taking a laid-back approach to selecting their looks is a conscious choice for this clique, who makes a statement with their easygoing versus obsessively pulled-together approach.
June Ambrose
In her work with A-listers, the reputation of this stylist and designer is unparalleled. Her own bold accessories and color-soaked ensembles are always on point as is her presentation on air for HSN.
Tory Burch
Unafraid of prints and color, the powerhouse designer is the reigning queen of preppy-bohemian luxe. There is something nostalgic yet modern in her personal style, especially seen in her vibrant statement jewelry.
Nacho Figueras/Delfina Blaquier
The beautiful polo pair showcase off-the-grounds style that’s always classic, elegant, and not without a welcome dose of colorful flair.
Donna Karan
Impeccably dressing women for 40 years, Karan is a true icon with an unfailing goal to make women feel comfortable in their own skin.
Kelly Klein
The epitome of Hamptons chic, Klein’s summer-perfect, light-as-air sundresses made her the toast of the benefit circuit this season.
Lincoln Pilcher and Carolyn Murphy.
Carolyn Murphy/Lincoln Pilcher
The gorgeous blue-eyed couple were a breath of fresh air in elegant white and chambray-heavy summer looks at the lawn party Pilcher cohosted with Mr Porter and Net-a-Porter.
Brooke Garber Neidich
The chic, current—but never trendy—fashion choices of the philanthropist and jewelry designer are always spot-on and serve as the perfect backdrop to her magnificent jewelry collection.
Hilary Rhoda
The raven-haired model requires very little extra assistance to look absolutely fantastic. She wisely kept it basic this season with fresh, youthful florals and simple accessories.
Christy Turlington
The laid-back and low-key nature that fits both the supermodel’s fashion sense and way of life seems a natural fit for the East End, where her beachy looks are forever flawless.
Rachel Zoe.
Rachel Zoe
With her bold jewelry, retro shades, and boho-chic maxi dresses, Zoe’s summer uniform channeled ’70s glamour and Cali cool to brilliant effect.
On the Cutting Edge
The ultimate way to get the attention of shutterbugs and to keep the invitations at your door? A fresh approach to fashion worked well: For the men, exquisite tailoring was in; for the ladies, showing some skin and a hair color overhaul turned out to be the ultimate attention grabbers this season.
Bruce Bozzi Jr.
Just as comfortable in swim trunks as in a tuxedo, the Palm Restaurant Group EVP’s covetable style may be often imitated, but it’s never duplicated.
Hannah Bronfman.
Hannah Bronfman
A gracious and fun-loving model, DJ, and app cofounder, Bronfman is as engaging in person as through social media. Her style is current, fun, and no-fuss—just like Bronfman herself.
Andy Cohen
The executive producer and Watch What Happens: Live host incited a rush on plaid purchases with the winning ensemble he wore to the School’s Out benefit.
Anh Duong
The artist and model’s personal style has long been celebrated, and this summer was no exception. Like always, her choice of chic, architectural pieces was completely on the money and offset her striking beauty.
Rula Jebreal
Rising up to overcome many challenges none of us could imagine, while producing screenplays and covering world news as a journalist, Jebreal is a dynamic woman who makes looking so fabulous effortless.
Chloe Malle
With her gingham and floral Peter Pilotto dress, Vogue’s social editor Malle’s sweet look wowed the garden party crowd at the P2-1998 launch cohosted by Champagne maker Dom Pérignon and lifestyle guru Martha Stewart.
Chris Mitchell
Not only is he the VP and publisher of venerated men’s bible GQ, but Mitchell is also the poster boy: effortlessly mixing tailored clothing with high fashion and street sensibility.
Jessica Seinfeld.
Jessica Seinfeld
The cookbook author and Baby Buggy founder’s chic platinum blonde crop was a sleek canvas for her adventurous yet on-point outfits.
Beth Ostrosky Stern
Always dressed with a smile and the personification of what summer should look like, the sunny animal activist was a vision at local events all summer long.
Artfully Done
A bevy of stylish events this season attracted these notable attendees, who are inspired by the ongoing love affair between art and fashion. Each one is an original work of art.
Kelly Behun.
Kelly Behun
The interior designer was simply marvelous in Mary Katrantzou’s ornamental lawn dress—itself a breathtaking piece of art—at the Parrish Art Museum’s Midsummer Party.
Beth Rudin DeWoody
DeWoody’s creative approach to fashion is a reflection of her incredible talent as an art collector. The way she combines old and new is truly an art form.
Kyle DeWoody
The Grey Area cofounder and creative director’s aesthetic drew raves, including at the Parrish Art Museum’s Midsummer Party, where her color-blocked look was perfectly fresh.
Jay McInerney
The writer, bon vivant, and oenophile doesn’t limit his strong point of view to the page as evidenced by his fantastically colorful summer looks.
Marcia Mishaan
This philanthropist has a way of adding the perfect standout accessory to complete her look and always stuns in the exactly appropriate ensemble for each occasion.
Lisa Perry.
Lisa Perry
The designer’s colorful and mod style radiates happiness the second she walks in a room. With new takes on color blocking or swing shapes, her personal style is cheerful and eye-catching.
Robert Verdi
Whether wearing all white to fête the launch of his new bag line or successfully mixing prints, the style expert’s sartorial know-how was on full display this summer.
Bronson van Wyck
The legendary event planner is always ready for a party and looks the part for all of them, appearing as chic in a T-shirt as he does in a suit.