Upon arrival at the reception, guests are welcomed with a glass of Moët & Chandon Impérial, France.

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Upstairs, the polished Lounge 31 space makes a perfect setting for the evening affair.

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From left: G&G’s Maria Coyne with Ann Delaney, Diana Lane, Stacy Hamilton, and Mary Kay Chilton from the Alys Beach team.

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The tables are set with details inspired by Alys Beach’s singular Gulf Coast setting. 

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From left: G&G vice president and publisher Christian Bryant with Kevin and Gaylan Sapp.

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From left: Michael and Ian Stettner-Palacios and Erica Lathrop.

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The evening’s menu centered on freshly sourced oysters from the Gulf of Mexico.

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From left: Helen Goblirsch, Andrea Cheek, and Christina Lay. 

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