When Amber Waves runs out of fresh grapes, or a Pilates class with your neighbors feels too claustrophobic, East Enders know there’s only one cure for the creeping malaise: bringing it all in-house—literally.
From Southampton to Montauk, the Hamptons have perfected the art of nesting in style. Here, we’re revealing the hush-hush playbook for a summer so lush, you might forget there’s a world beyond your front yard. This guide to the Hamptons includes bespoke facials in the sunroom, Pilates taught by trainers who sweat with A-listers, and floral deliveries so fresh they still smell of petrichor. Consider this the ultimate game plan for avoiding, well, everything—because why wait in line when that time could be well spent in the sun?
Cynthia Rivas: Celebrity esthetician, Founder of eponymous skin care line, and Chanel beauty partner
She’s a red-carpet skin savior whose hands have been in Vogue, T Magazine, and on a bevy of famous names too long to share in print. Each summer, she pops up out East for house calls with private clients and appointments at the Chanel Hamptons Summer Salon, leaving behind a trail of glowy complexions in her wake.
Shakayle Covington: Pilates instructor
If the idea of a sweaty group reformer class makes you want to flee to a far-off (Shelter) island, fear not: Shakayle Covington hosts private Pilates in fully equipped studios, and can make house calls to any perfectly manicured doorstep for movement therapy. Slip into a world that’s sprinkled with crystals, floral garnishes, and, of course, the applicable weights and blocks. From East Hampton to Sag Harbor, Covington’s sessions sculpt the body and soothe the soul.
Pietro Simone: Facialist and founder of Pietro Simone Skincare
If your pores are shouting for help after a few seasons in dusty city air, call Pietro. His clinic in East Hampton is the ideal spot to shop, lounge, and glow. The facialist—also the guru behind the first-ever Goop facial room in Sag Harbor— lifts faces, tightens jawlines, and generally makes guests feel poreless and bouncy all summer long. Simone is the out-of-home outlier on our list (but not for nothing). Treatment that even Gwyneth Paltrow co-signs is worth the travel.
David Nso: Personal trainer
If you want to hit your surf session or poolside tanning hour with extra tone this summer, call David Nso. This NASM-certified powerhouse trains Fortune 500 executives, pro athletes, A-listers, and anyone else who refuses to sit idle at home (even when hiding behind the hedges). From corrective exercises to performance enhancement, Nso sculpts and strengthens clients across New York and the Hamptons with all the discipline of a Marine—and a gentleman’s charm. Bonus: He also runs a foundation supporting youth in his native Cameroon, offering a special opportunity to give back in every workout.
Erika Halweil: Yoga teacher and holistic wellness guide
Erika Halweil is the Hamptons’s wellness secret weapon. With nearly 30 years of teaching under her belt—and a toolkit that fuses ancient Vedic wisdom with modern biohacking—she helps clients reclaim their health, calm the nervous system, and remember that joy isn’t optional, it’s essential (especially in the summer months). Halweil delivers private, home-based wellness experiences that are personal, potent, and anything but conventional. Think bespoke breathwork, sound healing, lymphatic practices, and rituals that keep the body lit from within.
Missi Flowers: Floral designer
Your homebound hibernation deserves the best florals. Enter Missi Flowers, which serves the Hamptons and New York with blooms that belong in a glossy spread but live gracefully on your dining room table instead. Specializing in private homes, weddings, and parties, with a range that stretches from wild garden flourishes to minimalist arrangements, Missi Flowers adds a touch of artful style that’s hard to come by.
Mayday Events by Chris Kronner and Josh Hamlet: Event production and catering
Who says you have to leave your house to experience the party of the season? Enter Mayday, the events and catering outfit helmed by chef Chris Kronner and events planner Josh Hamlet. Based in New York and LA but perfectly at home behind any private gate, the company specializes in transforming environments (your backyard or high-ceilinged living room included) into Michelin-level affairs—minus the prying eyes and club valet line. This is the team that once designed an entire event to mimic the scent notes of a French perfume. Whether it’s sustainably sourced small-boat seafood or farm-fresh produce from the field over, every ingredient is carried over the doorstep with style and discretion.
Blade: Hamptons seaplane transport
Some Hamptonites’s favorite mode of transport (and others’ most loathed), Blade is a seaplane service so fast, you’ll be poolside before the Jitney has even made headway. The service operates from Memorial Day through Labor Day, with options such as the $4,450 Summer Pass, which locks in flights at $795 each way. The transport is known for spacious cabins and baggage flexibility, accommodating vital carry-on items (like golf clubs) upon request. Whether heading out for a weekend getaway or a quick day trip, Blade ensures a swift and comfortable journey.
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