Photos: Cocktail Party Kicks Off 2017 East Hampton Antiques Show

EAST HAMPTON, NY — A preview benefit cocktail party was held Friday to kick off the 2017 East Hampton Antiques Show.

The much-anticipated event was held on Friday at Mulford Farm in East Hampton Village.

Guests had the opportunity to meet with Tom Samet — "interior designer, tastemaker, and modern day bon vivant," organizers said — who served as the honorary chairperson, as well as to enjoy an early buying opportunity and the chance to view the wide array of antiques, art, jewelry, and collectibles featured at the show.

Ticket proceeds benefited the East Hampton Historical Society.

Guests included Martha Stewart, Donna Karan, Susan Wood, Kendell Cronstrom, Alejandro Saralegui, Steven Gambrel, Faith Popcorn, Frank Newbold, Hollis and Jim Forbes, and Debbie and Henry Druker.

The East Hampton Antiques Show continued through Sunday.

More than 50 art and antique dealers participate in the annual show, offering rare and unique items for the home and garden.

Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography, soniboy@aol.com.