the reel
It's the next best thing to being there. View video footage from some of Vanity Fair's most celebrated events, get behind the scenes at the magazine's exclusive photo shoots, and experience red-carpet premieres, promotions, and more.
BMW Drive Experience
The BMW partnership with The Art of Elysium continued on Friday with an exclusive drive experience and luncheon hosted by Stacey Bendet & Eric Eisner. Guests had the opportunity to experience the thrills of select BMW vehicles first-hand by driving a custom-designed route that started at the historic Greystone Estate and ended at the iconic Getty Center.
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The Art of Elysium "Pieces of Heaven" Art Auction
Vanity Fair and BMW joined a cast of hosts, including Amy Smart and Scott Caan, Cameron Silver and Jeff Snyder, Laura Villaseñor and Andrew Wilding, Ali Larter and Hayes MacArthur, and Topher Grace for the The Art of Elysium "Pieces of Heaven" Art Auction at Palihouse Holloway in Los Angeles. Set to the tunes of actor/DJ Elijah Wood, stars and art patrons previewed 50 plus works donated by artists, dealers, and private collectors. Proceeds benefited The Art of Elysium, a non-profit organization which encourages renowned talent to help children who are battling severe medical conditions.
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March 3
Vanity Fair and Brioni, and award-winning filmmaker Paul Haggis with award-nominee Lee Daniels and Gerard Butler, hosted the Artists for Peace & Justice Fundraiser (APJ) at Bar Nineteen 12 in the Beverly Hills Hotel. The swanky affair raised awareness and funds for APJ while celebrating the 65th anniversary of the fashion house Brioni.
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March 1
Vanity Fair and Dior celebrated artist Kimberly Brooks's newest painting collection “The Stylist Project” at LeadApron Gallery in West Hollywood, including a specially commissioned work of actress Ginnifer Goodwin adorned in Dior. Style-makers, and celebrities perused the exhibition and mingled with Goodwin and some of the stylists who posed for the paintings.
The event benefited P.S. ARTS.
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February 28
Vanity Fair, The FEED Foundation, and the Hungry in America Project joined award-winning chef Tom Colicchio and Managing Partner of CAA Bryan Lourd for a fundraising event to raise awareness of the growing hunger crisis in the U.S. Held at Colicchio’s restaurant Craft in Los Angeles, the event drew celebrities, culinary influentials, and industry insiders who were treated to dishes prepared by Colicchio, acclaimed L.A. chefs Nancy Silverton and Suzanne Goin, and Michael Voltaggio, winner of Top Chef Season 6. A portion of the proceeds benefited the cornerstone project of the host charities-a documentary entitled Hungry In America.
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AMELIA PREMIERE
On October 20th, Bloomingdale's and Vanity Fair partnered in New York City for the world premiere of Mira Nair's newest film, Amelia, at the Paris Theatre. After the screening, guests, including cast members Hilary Swank, Richard Gere and Ewan McGregor, along with Mariska Hargitay, Gus Van Sant, Harry Connick Jr., and Ang Lee, enjoyed champagne and custom Amelia displays featuring costumes and props at Bloomingdale's 59th Street.
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THE GRAND OPENING OF SPiN BY HERMES
On the closing night of Campaign New York, Vanity Fair and Hermés toasted the grand opening of SPiN—a new ping pong-club in New York City. Celebrities such as Susan Sarandon, Alan Cumming, Judah Friedlander from 30 Rock, Russell Simmons, and Peter Sarsgaard among others were in attendance.
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AMERICAN AIRLINES
To celebrate Campaign New York and American Airlines' world-class service, Vanity Fair hosted a series of invitation-only events at the Proust Parlour—home to a special exhibition of Vanity Fair contributing artist Robert Risko's Proust Questionnaire illustrations. On September 17, guests gathered for an intimate wine tasting, hosted by American Airlines' wine master, Ken Chase. Guests enjoyed a collection of European wines and delicious hors d'oeuvres available to American Airlines' business-class travelers, on select flights.
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BRIGHT STAR, A FILM BY JANE CAMPION
On Monday, September 14, Vanity Fair hosted the U.S. premiere of Academy Award®-winner Jane Campion's newest film, Bright Star at the Paris Theatre. The entire cast was in attendance along with a variety of friends and family of Vanity Fair, including: Sofia Coppola, Zoe Cassavetes, Harvey Keitel, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Anika Noni Rose, Lynn Collins, Jennifer Missoni, Roberta Armani, Jessica Chastain, Fran Drescher, and Joel Coen. Immediately following the screening, guests walked over to Rouge Tomate for the after party. Special thanks to Grand Marnier, LU Biscuits, and Glacéau.
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BRANDAID Project
On September 12, Vanity Fair, along with Diane von Furstenberg, Paul Haggis, and Olivia Wilde hosted an invitation-only party to launch the BRANDAID Project in New York City. The Masks and Mirrors Exhibition—artwork from the Carnival Jakmèl and Croix Des Bouquets collections—were on display at the newly opened DVF Gallery. More than 200 guests were in attendance including Heather Graham, Matthew Bomer, Christiane Amanpour, Molly Sims, Salman Rushdie, Sandra Bernhard, Linda Cardellini, Ryan Lochte, and Cécilia Ciganer-Albeniz. Special thanks to Buick LaCrosse.
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OPENING NIGHT AT THE PROUST PARLOR PRESENTED BY GRAND MARNIER
On September 10, Vanity Fair and Grand Marnier kicked off Campaign New York with a toast to V.F. contributing artist Robert Risko at em>Vanity Fair's Proust Parlour in Soho. The parlour, which was designed as a modern interpretation of a 19th-century Paris café, housed a gallery exhibition of Risko's new and existing illustrations, as featured in the soon to be released book Vanity Fair's Proust Questionnaire, 101 Lumanaries Ponder Love, Death, Happiness, and the Meaning of Life. The event also unveiled Jordi Labanda's new illustrations for Grand Marnier's latest ad campaign.
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BOLD CONSERVATION
On May 11, Kohler Co. and Vanity Fair hosted an intimate cocktail reception and photo exhibit to celebrate the work of renowned environmental photographers William Abranowicz, Sebastian Copeland, and Colin Finlay. More than 100 designers, architects, and environmental activists listened to a panel discussion, moderated by Vanity Fair editor-at-large Cullen Murphy, with Abranowicz and Finlay. See below for a video from the event. To learn more about Kohler's commitment to water conservation, go to savewateramerica.com.
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ON THE SET WITH VANITY FAIR AT HARLEY-DAVIDSON'S "INSPIRE TO RIDE" PHOTO SHOOT
In celebration of Women Riders Month this May, Vanity Fair partnered with Harley-Davidson on a new print campaign that can only be found in the pages of the June issue of the magazine.
With original photographs taken by renowned photographer Art Streiber, the custom portfolio salutes women who embody the Harley-Davidson spirit of authenticity and adventure—health and wellness expert and NBC's The Biggest Loser trainer Jillian Michaels; Grammy®-winning singer-songwriter Jewel; television and film actor Tricia Helfer; and Los Angeles rider Deborah DiMiceli—and encourages females who don't ride to experience life with no regrets on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
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USA NETWORK'S CHARACTER PROJECT
On March 12, USA Network and Vanity Fair hosted a star-studded cocktail reception and exhibition at the Stephan Weiss Gallery to unveil USA Network's Character Project, an ongoing artistic initiative celebrating the interesting, dazzling and distinctive people, from all walks of life, who make this country extraordinary. The event was hosted by Mena Suvari and Jeff Goldblum and attended by over 500 guests including Peter Cincotti, Donna Karan, Katie Lee Joel, Lucy Liu and Rose McGowan, among others.
For more information on the network's Character Project initiative and to learn more about the traveling exhibition, visit characterproject.usanetwork.com.
BMW DRIVE EXPERIENCE AND LUNCHEON
On Friday, February 20, a select group of entertainment insiders and Vanity Fair V.I.P.'s had the opportunity to get behind the wheel of the all-new BMW 7 Series at the Vanity Fair Drive Experience and Luncheon. More than 30 Hollywood notables cruised on a specially designed route through the Hollywood Hills and beyond to a luncheon that was held at the renowned John Lautner Garcia House, to benefit the Hammer Museum.
BALLY HOLLYWOOD DOMINO PARTY TO BENEFIT THE ART OF ELYSIUM
On Friday, February 20, Bally, Vanity Fair, and Kate Bosworth hosted a "Hollywood Style" game night to benefit The Art of Elysium, a nonprofit organization that encourages working actors, artists, and musicians to dedicate their time and talent to children who are battling serious medical conditions. Attended by an A-list celebrity crowd, the party coincided with the grand opening of the Andaz West Hollywood hotel.
DIOR LAUNCH OF BRANDAID
On Thursday, February 19, Paul Haggis, Diane Lane, and Josh Brolin, along with Vanity Fair and Dior, hosted a cocktail party and silent auction to benefit BRANDAID–an organization that creates effective branding and marketing initiatives to grow artisan businesses in economically challenged communities. Partygoers gathered at Environment Furniture on Beverly Boulevard to view works created by artisans from around the world.
BMW ART CAR LAUNCH PARTY AT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART
On Wednesday, February 18, Vanity Fair and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) celebrated four classic BMW Art Cars, each painted by a great 20th century artist: Andy Warhol, Frank Stella, Robert Rauschenberg, and Roy Lichtenstein. The event was hosted by Vanity Fair Contributing Editor Wendy Stark Morrissey and attended by nearly 400 Hollywood insiders. The Art Cars will be on display at LACMA for two weeks.
V.F. ON RODEO DRIVE
Images from nominated and award-winning actors as featured in the Abrams book Vanity Fair, The Portraits: A Century of Iconic Images on view on Rodeo Drive until February 22.
LAMBERTSON TRUEX UNVEILS "INDEX OF HAPPINESS" AND "GERTRUDE"
On September 11, 2008, at the Lambertson Truex boutique on Madison Avenue, Vanity Fair and Lambertson Truex unveiled two one-of-a-kind bags created in partnership with Campaign New York. Both designed by Lambertson Truex—and available exclusively to American Express Cardmembers—the Collector's Edition "Index of Happiness" tote features a print based on a mixed-media canvas by contemporary American artist Donald Baechler; and the "Gertrude" tote was named after patron of the arts Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney.
VANITY FAIR AND THE CINEMA SOCIETY PRESENT APPALOOSA
On September 9, 2008, Vanity Fair and the Cinema Society hosted a pre-release screening of the highly anticipated film Appaloosa at the Tribeca Grand Hotel in New York, followed by an after-party at the SoHo Grand Hotel penthouse. More than 250 guests attended the event, including the film's stars, Ed Harris and Viggo Mortensen, and Patricia Clarkson, Elle Macpherson, Susan Sarandon, and Amy Ryan.
ON THE SET WITH VANITY FAIR AT SWAROVSKI'S "THE THREE GRACES" PHOTO SHOOT
In the October 2008 issue, Vanity Fair and Swarovski came together in an inspired endeavor: Capturing the past, present, and future of Swarovski crystal jewelry and décor in the pages in the magazine. With original photographs taken by renowned photographer Patrick Demarchelier and a modern-day myth written by acclaimed author Elissa Schappell, The Three Graces of mythology—embodied by actresses Maggie Q, Sophia Bush, and Natalie Dormer—conspired to impart the next passage of Swarovski's poetry of precision, an epic tale that began in 1895.
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REEL RELIEF AT THE SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Vanity Fair's Second Annual Reel Relief Screening and Benefit played a lead role in one of the oldest and most prestigious film festivals in the world: the 51st annual San Francisco International Film Festival. Check out highlights from the festival, sponsored by Vanity Fair and its advertising partners: Nordstrom, PREVAGE®, GREY GOOSE®, and BMW. Click here to see highlights from the 2-week event and the closing night.
FREE ARTS
Step onto the red carpet with Jessica Latham, Vanity Fair's special events correspondent, as she takes a behind-the-scenes look at the Free Arts NYC Annual Art Auction Benefit: Portraits & Polaroids, presented by 7 For All Mankind.
CAMPAIGN HOLLYWOOD 2008
Join the party and see how Vanity Fair takes over Hollywood during Vanity Fair's annual Campaign Hollywood series of events and in-store installations.
REEL RELIEF CHICAGO
Vanity Fair hosted the Chicago premiere of Ocean's Thirteen to benefit the International Rescue Committee for Not On Our Watch. Cast members George Clooney, Matt Damon, Bernie Mac, Ellen Barkin, and Don Cheadle were there, and more than 3,000 fans turned out to watch the excitement of the arrivals. Check out the premiere and after-party, held at hot spot Room 21, sponsored by Buick, Cacao Reserve by Hershey's, Finlandia, and [yellow tail].
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