Derek + Brik
Derek and Brik spent their 10th year together as a couple planning a NYC nightlife-inspired bash held at the one of a kind The Turk's Inn with flowers by Kabuki NY. the unconventional evening of some of the coolest people in nyc; Linda Simpson, Kevin Aviance, Macy Rodman, & Tyler Ashley to name a few.
Photography by Jackie Lee Photo & Matt Weinberger
Four people in an elevator, one man in a white suit holding a bouquet of flowers and looking at his phone, two women with colorful makeup, and a person in a pink outfit with glasses, head wrapped, and dreadlocks.
Two individuals in colorful suits holding bouquets of flowers, standing in front of a vibrant, cartoon-style mural on a brick wall. One has platinum blonde hair with a blue suit, and the other has curly dark hair with a white suit. They are smiling, appearing joyful and close.
Group of women, some holding flowers, taking a selfie outside a closed shop with graffiti on the shutter.
Street scene with people walking in front of a grocery store named City Fresh Market, parked cars, a vendor table on the sidewalk, and trees with green leaves.
Two women sharing a kiss in front of a building with an awning, above a City Furniture sign, in bright daylight.
People gathered outside a building with a sign that reads 'The Turk's Inn' under a red awning, with one person entering the door holding flowers.
People at a social gathering, holding drinks, talking, and dressed in colorful and stylish clothing, with a painted sign that reads 'TURK' in the background and plants surrounding them.
Two men hugging at an outdoor event, one holding a glass of champagne, with plants and a patterned building in the background.
Multiple reserved event chairs arranged in rows, with gold and pink chairs featuring 'RESERVED' signs attached.
Two young men standing at a doorway, one in a pastel blue suit with a white shirt, the other in a black jacket with floral patterns, in an indoor setting.
A man with bleached blonde hair wearing a light blue blazer and white shirt, holding a piece of paper and a microphone, smiling during a speech or presentation.
People socializing at an outdoor rooftop party decorated with vibrant flowers and potted plants, with a yellow striped awning overhead.
A man and woman sharing a joyful moment outdoors near a neon lights sign and plants.
A DJ with bold makeup, large lashes, and short bleached hair with blue streaks, wearing a cyan long-sleeve top and gloves, is operating DJ equipment in front of a wooden wall.
Assorted peanut butter cups with chocolate drizzle in white paper liners on a tray.
Interior of a dimly lit bar with a neon orange ceiling, blue hanging tassels, and shelves filled with bottles, glasses, and bar tools, attended by bartenders.
A man with sunglasses and a patterned blazer stands smiling at a social gathering, holding a drink, with two other people conversing in the background among colorful lanterns.
Woman blowing bubbles at a party while a man smiles in the background, holding a drink.
Young man in blue and black patterned outfit holding a drink at a party with other guests in the background.
A group of women at a party enjoying drinks and dancing in a nightclub with colorful lighting and an 'EXIT' sign in the background.
Five women sitting around a table in a dimly lit restaurant or bar with warm lighting, wooden walls, and a large portrait of a white, fluffy cat hanging on the wall.
Group of people eating dinner at a round table with flower centerpiece in a dimly lit restaurant with pinkish lighting, pink curtains, and framed art on the walls.
Two young men in fashionable clothing posing together in a colorful bar setting with neon lights and bottles in the background.
Top-down view of a tea or coffee set on a table, illuminated by a warm, orange light. The set includes matching cups, teapots, and saucers with floral patterns, arranged on a round silver tray and some scattered around creating an elegant and cozy atmosphere.
Two people dressed in glamorous clothing, embracing each other at a nightclub, with dark background and colorful lights.
Plate of assorted mini cheesecakes topped with strawberries, cherries, and green icing decorations on a red table.
Person with bright orange, fluffy hair singing into a microphone at a restaurant or bar with ornate curtains and framed pictures on the wall.
A person with dark hair and makeup, wearing a shimmering outfit, looking through a reflective, shiny surface with bright lights.
A woman with bright orange hair styled in a large, fluffy hairstyle, wearing an orange satin dress with a plunging neckline, a large silver necklace, and earrings, is in the foreground at a social gathering with multiple people watching her and smiling.
Two women dressed in evening attire at a social event, standing close together, one holding a drink and the other holding a black furry clutch.
Two men with glasses and cigarettes in their mouths are seated close together, facing a third person at a bar or nightclub with blurred lights in the background.
Two men sitting on a black leather couch in a bar or lounge, one wearing a white cowboy hat and colorful satin jacket, the other wearing glasses and a black shirt, both holding drinks, with an abstract black and patterned wall decoration behind them.
A female singer performing passionately on stage with a microphone in her right hand, dressed in an elegant satin dress with voluminous hair, and standing against an illuminated modern backdrop.
A young woman smiling while holding a glass of cocktail in a dimly lit bar or club with other people in the background.
A shirtless DJ wearing headphones and sunglasses, mixing music on a DJ controller in a dark setting, with diamond bracelets on their wrist.