This past Sunday, we gathered at Gonzo’s for SERENITEA, an intimate and intentional pre-NYFW event designed to offer a moment of calm before the whirlwind of Fashion Week. Hosted by The Kitchen and Isshiki Matcha, the evening blended wellness, fashion, and meaningful connections to help guests reset and recharge.
Despite a last-minute location change, we were thrilled to see so many familiar and new faces who made their way to the event. Your presence helped create a space where creativity, self-care, and networking thrived.
An Evening of Inspiration & Connection
Guests were treated to a lineup of immersive experiences that encouraged mindfulness, creativity, and community building:
🔥 Fireside Chat – Award-winning founders and creators, including our very own Angel Zheng, shared their journeys, struggles, and insights on navigating entrepreneurship and burnout. Their words resonated with aspiring creatives, providing motivation and valuable takeaways.
🧘♀️ Guided Meditation by Higher Self House – A much-needed pause in the chaos of NYFW, allowing attendees to ground themselves and practice mindfulness.
🌿 Ear Seeding by Haystack Acupuncture – A holistic experience that introduced guests to ear seeding, a practice known for reducing anxiety, pain, and stress.
🔮 Bag Charm Bar by Lil Fairy Marketplace – A hands-on moment where guests crafted their own bag charms, adding a personal touch to their style.
💎 OHTNYC Jewelry Experience – Guests got to try on OHTNYC’s bold, genderless jewelry pieces, adding an edge to their NYFW looks.
🎁 Curated Gift Bags – Every guest received a special Bejou Skincare gift, bringing a little extra self-care into their routine.
Thank You to Our Community
We are beyond grateful for everyone who attended, our incredible panelists, and the brands that made this event so special. Your presence and engagement turned SERENITEA into more than just a pre-NYFW event—it became a space for growth, collaboration, and well-being.
Stay tuned for more events that blend style, wellness, and community. Until then, take a deep breath, stay inspired, and we’ll see you at the next one!
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