EXCLUSIVE: Lala Kent, Scheana Shay, and Katie Maloney-Schwartz put on leggy displays as they lead stars at Schwartz & Sandy’s grand opening party hosted by DailyMail.com and TMX
Vanderpump Rules stars ruled the red carpet at the Schwartz & Sandy’s grand opening party in West Hollywood hosted by DailyMail.com and TMX.
Lala Kent, Scheana Shay, and Katie Maloney-Schwartz certainly led the glam parade as they celebrated the new cocktail lounge launched by castmates Tom Sandoval and Tom Schwartz.
The trio of ladies put on leggy displays in short dresses at the gala event attended by their Bravo reality series co-stars, Bling Empire’s Kevin Kreider and Leah Qin, and of course Lisa Vanderpump herself.
Leggy ladies: Lala Kent, Scheana Shay, and Katie Maloney-Schwartz certainly lead the glam parade at the Schwartz & Sandy’s grand opening party in West Hollywood hosted by DailyMail.com and TMX
Lala, 31, looked stunning in a rather avant-garde look as she donned a mini dress which was half black blazer and half golden sequins.
The outfit had a satin belt around her midriff, and she complemented her blazer side with a black sequined clutch.
Lala towered in open-toe heels, and she wore her blond locks parted down the middle while wavy strands rested across her chest.
Scheana highlighted her curves with an off-the-shoulder mini dress covered in dark green horizontal stripes. She complemented it with neon green square-toed heels.
Scheana’s fiancé Brock Davies wore a sheer black shirt with an intriguing ruffled collar and black trousers.
Katie was on the same page as Lala, and she wore a lustrous spaghetti-strap dress with a high slit, along with brown open-toe heels and a boxy silver handbag.
Bold look: Lala, 31, looked stunning in a rather avant-garde look as she donned a mini dress which was half black blazer and half golden sequins
Striking: The outfit had a satin belt around her midriff, and she complemented her blazer side with a black sequined clutch
Glamorous: Lala towered in open-toe heels, and she wore her blond locks parted down the middle while wavy strands rested across her chest
Seeing green: Scheana highlighted her curves with an off-the-shoulder mini dress covered in dark green horizontal stripes. She complemented it with neon green square-toed heels
Low-key: Scheana’s fiancé Brock Davies wore a sheer black shirt with an intriguing ruffled collar and black trousers
Elegant: Scheana wore her raven hair in a fanned out ponytail which framed her enormous hoop earrings. Katie was on the same page as Lala, and she wore a lustrous spaghetti-strap dress with a high slit
All put together: She wore brown open-toe heels and carried a boxy silver handbag
The stars of the evening, Tom Sandoval and Tom Schwartz, made sure that they were unmissable thanks to their brightly colored suits, which paid tribute to 1980s fashion.
Sandoval looked suave in a white silk double-breasted suit with peak lapels, which he wore over a pink-and-white patterned shirt while sporting a mustache.
Schwartz rocked a double-breasted pink suit with a black-and-white tropical-print shirt and a close-cropped beard.
The duo wouldn’t have been there without the woman who helped them get their start, Lisa Vanderpump.
She matched Schwartz’s outfit with a playful pink sequined blazer over a low-cut black blouse and more reserved black slacks, along with a matching black clutch.
Joining Lisa at the event was her husband Ken Todd, who wore a black suit and shirt and carried their adorable clothed Pomeranian.
Old school: The stars of the evening, Tom Sandoval and Tom Schwartz, made sure that they were unmissable thanks to their brightly colored suits, which paid tribute to 1980s fashion
Tropical vibes: Sandoval looked suave in a white silk double-breasted suit with peak lapels, while Schwartz wore a pink double-breasted suit. Both had on tropical-print shirts
Where it all started: The duo wouldn’t have been there without the woman who helped them get their start, Lisa Vanderpump
Old friends: She matched Schwartz’s outfit with a playful pink sequined blazer over a low-cut black blouse and more reserved black slacks, along with a matching black clutch
Family: Joining Lisa at the event was her husband Ken Todd, who wore a black suit and shirt and carried their adorable clothed Pomeranian
Raquel Leviss proved herself to be a master of the little black dress as she made her grand entrance on the red carpet.
The Vanderpump Rules star glowed in a plunging black dress covered in sequins. The look had thin straps that were tied together with a bow over her exposed back.
She stood tall in black open-toe heels that strapped around her ankles, and she wore her gorgeous brunette bobbed swept to the side to reveal her dangling diamond-encrusted earrings.
The reality star kept the awkwardness to a minimum as her ex-boyfriend James Kennedy — who was DJing the celebration — hit the red carpet with his new girlfriend Ally Lewber.
James wore a black patterned shirt left unbuttoned at the top to show off a bit of his chest hair, along with blown-out jeans that were rumpled at the top of his black combat boots.
Ally, who got a sweet kiss from James on the red carpet, wore a lovely tiered black mini dress with a sleek black Prada handbag.
Back in black: Raquel Leviss glowed in a plunging black dress covered in sequins. The look had thin straps that were tied together with a bow over her exposed back
Stunner: She stood tall in black open-toe heels that strapped around her ankles, and she wore her gorgeous brunette bobbed swept to the side to reveal her dangling diamond-encrusted earrings
Cute couple: The reality star kept the awkwardness to a minimum as her ex-boyfriend James Kennedy — who was DJing the celebration — hit the red carpet with his new girlfriend Ally Lewber
Casual: James wore a black patterned shirt left unbuttoned at the top to show off a bit of his chest hair, along with blown-out jeans that were rumpled at the top of his black combat boots
On point: Ally, who got a sweet kiss from James on the red carpet, wore a lovely tiered black mini dress with a sleek black Prada handbag
Bling Empire star Leah Qin was unmissable in a tiny off-the-shoulder ruched dress with striking cutouts over her bust. She wore the black ensemble with white platform heels.
Leah posed with her costar Kevin Kreider, who rocked distressed black jeans and an illustrated shirt with a woman’s face on it.
Shahs Of Sunset star Mercedes ‘MJ’ Javid looked chic in a sleeveless pale pink pinstriped blazer over a mesh bra. She arrived with her husband Tommy Feight, who wore a blue Oxford shirt, khakis and red sneakers.
Chanel West Coast highlighted her pregnant tummy as she arrived in a pink mini dress with circular cutouts over her cleavage.
Her boyfriend — and the father of her forthcoming baby girl — Dom Fenison rocked geometrically patterned black-and-white pans and a black sweater with the sleeves rolled up.
Reality star: Bling Empire star Leah Qin was unmissable in a tiny off-the-shoulder ruched dress with striking cutouts over her bust. She wore the black ensemble with white platform heels
Pals: Leah posed with her costar Kevin Kreider, who rocked distressed black jeans and an illustrated shirt with a woman’s face on it
Coupled up: Shahs Of Sunset star Mercedes ‘MJ’ Javid looked chic in a sleeveless blazer. She arrived with her husband Tommy Feight, who wore a blue Oxford shirt, khakis and red sneakers
Intriguing: Her pale pink pinstriped blazer exposed her mesh bra, and she also had on beige open-toe platform heels
Lovebirds: Her boyfriend — and the father of her forthcoming baby girl — Dom Fenison rocked geometrically patterned black-and-white pans and a black sweater with the sleeves rolled up
DailyMailTV LA correspondent Caitlyn Becker glowed in a red ruched stress with colorful open-toe heels and a black tasseled clutch.
Celebrity fitness trainer Joshua Lipsey kept it casual in a white snake-print -shirt with pale blue ripped jeans and high-top trainers.
The interior designer Lucinda Pace showed off her winning smile and vibrant yellow dress, which was decorated with tropical tree and leaf designs, while posing with Tom Sandoval and Tom Schwartz.
Rounding out the Vanderpump Rules cast members were Peter Mardrigal, who wore a gray–green shirt with black jeans and white sneakers, and Ariana Madix, who shimmered in a busty blue stain dress with cutouts over her sides.
Woman in red: DailyMailTV LA correspondent Caitlyn Becker glowed in a red ruched stress with colorful open-toe heels and a black tasseled clutch. Celebrity fitness trainer Joshua Lipsey kept it casual in a white snake-print -shirt with pale blue ripped jeans and high-top trainers
Standing out: The interior designer Lucinda Pace showed off her winning smile and vibrant yellow dress, which was decorated with tropical tree and leaf designs, while posing with Tom Sandoval and Tom Schwartz
The whole gang: Rounding out the Vanderpump Rules cast members were Peter Mardrigal (L) and Ariana Madix (fourth from the left)
After making it past the red carpet, the guests all got a chance to warm up the Toms’ new lounge.
Katie Maloney and Ariana Madix were seen chatting and enjoying green drinks, while Raquel and Scheana caught up in a tiger-striped booth over cocktails.
Lala Kent was also spotted at one of the tables next to Lisa Vanderpump’s husband Ken Todd, who carried their cute Pomeranian, who was dressed in an adorable pink outfit.
Blue mood: Ariana showed off her plunging blue stain dress, which had eye-catching cutouts over her sides, while catching up with Katie inside the lounge. Meanwhile, Raquel and Scheana enjoyed cocktails in one of the tiger-striped booths
Too cute! Lala Kent looked glamorous while relaxing with Ken Todd and his and Lisa Vanderpump’s adorable Pomeranian, who was dressed in a cute pink outfit
Bravo family: The Vanderpump Rules stars had a Bravo reunion as they caught up with MJ from Shahs Of Sunset
Beaming: Chanel West Coast showed off her winning smile as she and Dom Fenison chatted with Tom Schwartz
The evening had plenty of entertainment thanks to James Kennedy providing music.
He took some time off from the celebration to man the DJ booth to help get the party bumping, and he seemed to be grooving along to the tunes.
Later, James and Scheana’s fiancé Brock cooled down with Tom Sandoval, who wrapped his arms around them and flashed a wide grin.
Man of the hour: The evening had plenty of entertainment thanks to James Kennedy providing music
All bangers all the time: He took some time off from the celebration to man the DJ booth to help get the party bumping, and he seemed to be grooving along to the tunes
Great night: Later, James and Scheana’s fiancé Brock cooled down with Tom Sandoval, who wrapped his arms around them and flashed a wide grin
The boss: After his DJ set, James unwound with Lisa Vanderpump. He also proved that he and Ally made a cute couple while they made their rounds
Too cool for school: MJ and Lala compared their avant-garde ensembles at the party
He did it: Tom Schwartz celebrated the successful evening while chatting with his costar Scheana
Popular spot: The lounge was absolutely packed with guests at the height of the celebration
Earlier in the day Sandoval and Schwartz finally shared a glimpse inside their new cocktail lounge Schwartz & Sandy’s ahead of Tuesday night’s grand opening party hosted by DailyMail.com and TMX.
The Vanderpump Rules stars — who are currently shooting season ten of the hit Bravo show — have spent over a year renovating their new LA hotspot, which is nestled in the base of the iconic Hollywood Hills.
In DailyMail.com’s exclusive pictures, the interior of the cozy cocktail lounge looks heavily inspired by vintage motels and is described by the pair as ‘delightfully kitschy.’
Sandoval and Schwartz both channeled 1980s men’s style with their striking suits. Sandoval opted for a double-breasted white silk suit with peaked lapels and chunky white loafers, which he wore over a coral patterned shirt while sporting a dark mustache.
Schwartz was attired in a double-breasted pink suit and a black-and-white tropical print shirt, along with black sneakers and blue-tinted aviator sunglasses.
The entrepreneurs and reality stars showed off their striking neon sign for the lounge, which featured tropical plants and Schwartz’s name in block letters, while Sandoval’s was written in a playful cursive scrawl.
New venture: Earlier in the day Schwartz (left) and Sandoval finally shared a glimpse inside their new cocktail lounge Schwartz & Sandy’s ahead of Tuesday night’s grand opening party hosted by DailyMail.com and TMX
The menu promises shareable cuisine and plant-based options, and the mixologist offers playful interactive drinks lovingly created by the owners.
The pair battled Covid delays and supply chain issues but were able to fulfill their creative vision for the venue, which includes an iconic ‘starry night’ ceiling inspired by the night sky in Joshua Tree National Park.
Sandoval quips: ‘It’s the only place in LA where you’re guaranteed to see stars.’
There is also an art installation inspired by James Turrell’s Skyspace, which is a virtual portal to the sky.
Looking good! Sandoval and Schwartz both channeled 1980s men’s style with their striking suits. Sandoval opted for a double-breasted white silk suit with peaked lapels and chunky white loafers, which he wore over a coral patterned shirt while sporting a dark mustache
Colorful style: Schwartz was attired in a double-breasted pink suit and a black-and-white tropical print shirt, along with black sneakers and blue-tinted aviator sunglasses
Humble origins: Sandoval and Schwartz, both 39, first met via a Craigslist advertisement and went on to become roommates in Los Angeles
Period appropriate: The entrepreneurs and reality stars showed off their striking neon sign for the lounge, which featured tropical plants and Schwartz’s name in block letters, while Sandoval’s was written in a playful cursive scrawl
Sandoval and Schwartz, both 39, first met via a Craigslist advertisement and went on to become roommates in Los Angeles.
In 2013, the pals and their close circle of friends became stars of the hugely popular reality series Vanderpump Rules while working at Lisa Vanderpump’s SUR restaurant.
The pair went into business together in 2017 when Vanderpump offered Sandoval and Schwartz a chance to invest $50,000 each for five-percent stake in her new West Hollywood bar, Tom Tom.
Rise to fame: In 2013, the pals and their close circle of friends became stars of the hugely popular reality series Vanderpump Rules while working at Lisa Vanderpump’s SUR restaurant
Taking the plunge: The pair went into business together in 2017 when Vanderpump offered Sandoval and Schwartz a chance to invest $50,000 each for five-percent stake in her new West Hollywood bar, Tom Tom
Getting ready: Sandoval and Schwartz are seen preparing for the opening party
Last year they also released a new small batch bourbon and rye called Toms’ Good Lovin’.
For Schwartz & Sandy’s, the duo are also paying tribute to their Midwestern roots, as Schwartz hails from Minnesota, while Sandoval was born in St. Louis, Missouri.
At an NBCUniversal upfront presentation in May, Sandoval shared that the two are ‘Going to do some toasted ravioli from St. Louis.’ They will also be adding some ‘St. Louis–style pizza [with] Provel cheese’ to their menu.
Schwartz added that they might pay honor his roots with a Juicy Lucy, a burger with melted cheese inside of the patty, which is believed to have originated in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Stylish: The lounge ceiling was decorated with wooden beams and featured cozy booth-backed tables adjoining a small bar
Seating: Larger booths were tucked away under elegant arches and featuring hypnotizing diamond-shaped patterns on the seats and walls with striking elephant and giraffe designs
Eye-catching: Comfortable blue velvet chairs were set aside in a corner, which was decorated with blue brick and pink wallpaper decorated with mythical winged cats
At ease: The rug and animal-themed throw pillows created an inviting atmosphere, as if guests were dropping by an old friend’s home for a drink
Having a laugh: The wall above the yellow velvet sofa was decorate with several humorous paintings
Funny: One featured a satirical portrait of a goat dressed in a woman’s dress, while other paintings featured a woman with a tattoo on her thigh reclining on a sofa and one next to it showed a closeup of a poodle’s face
The interior of the lounge featured plenty of small booth-backed tables, which were next to an adjoining bar where patrons could socialize.
Larger booths were tucked away under elegant arches and featuring hypnotizing diamond-shaped patterns on the seats and walls with striking elephant and giraffe designs.
Comfortable blue velvet chairs were set aside in a corner, which was decorated with blue brick and pink wallpaper decorated with mythical winged cats.
The rug and animal-themed throw pillows created an inviting atmosphere, as if guests were dropping by an old friend’s home for a drink. The wall above the yellow velvet sofa was decorate with several humorous paintings.
One featured a satirical portrait of a goat dressed in a woman’s dress, while other paintings featured a woman with a tattoo on her thigh reclining on a sofa and one next to it showed a closeup of a poodle’s face.
The small marble end table between the seats was topped off with a retro lamp with a fringed shade.
Animal lovers: One throw pillow depicted a tiger skin rug, while another velvet pillow was decorated with colorful parrots
Old school: The small marble end table between the seats was topped off with a retro lamp with a fringed shade
Fierce: The spacious interior included included hexagonal stone floor tiles and a row of golden velvet-covered booths decorated with a tiger-stripe pattern
Shimmering: Hanging above the booths was a lovely golden peacock decoration
The spacious interior included included hexagonal stone floor tiles and a row of golden velvet-covered booths decorated with a tiger-stripe pattern.
‘The reality is that we’re very, very close,’ Sandoval said during an interview in March 2022. ‘We text numerous times throughout pretty much every single day. We’re very, very, very close.’
‘We help balance each other out,’ he continued. ‘And we have a great working relationship. He gets fired up, I calm him down. It’s the same. It’s a very loving, conducive relationship together.
‘We really have this friendship of “no idea is a bad idea.” Let’s take it for a spin. Let’s see what happens. Let’s go for it, and if it doesn’t work, it doesn’t work.’
Great connection: ‘The reality is that we’re very, very close,’ Sandoval said during an interview in March 2022. ‘We text numerous times throughout pretty much every single day. We’re very, very, very close’
Opposites attract: ‘We help balance each other out,’ he continued. ‘And we have a great working relationship. He gets fired up, I calm him down. It’s the same. It’s a very loving, conducive relationship together’
Whatever works: ‘We really have this friendship of “no idea is a bad idea.” Let’s take it for a spin. Let’s see what happens. Let’s go for it, and if it doesn’t work, it doesn’t work,’ Sandoval added
Doubters: But when the pair first introduced the name of their new bar, not everyone was a fan
But when the pair first introduced the name of their new bar, not everyone was a fan.
‘I think it’s horrible,’ Schwartz’s now ex-wife Katie Maloney said on season nine of Vanderpump Rules. ‘You wanna make it like psychedelic, funky, fresh, lights, textures, and then you want to call it f***ing Schwartz and Sandy’s? Ugh. I lost my boner.’
But the name ended up sticking.
‘We’re committed,’ Schwartz said during a recent interview. ‘We’ve heard people say, “Oh, it sounds like a Jewish deli,” or whatever. But you know, Red Hot Chili Peppers to me, when I first heard that name, sounded like a mariachi band. But now you have a different association. So when you go into our place, the name will become the place, the place will become the name. That will be the association.’
‘With TomTom, it’s like, Tom and Tom could essentially be any other two Toms, but Schwartz and Sandy’s? There’s only one Schwartz and one Sandy, and that combination, you know what I mean?’ Sandoval said. ‘You’re getting to know us even a little bit more, because this is more of our love child.’
Schwatz & Sandy’s is located at 1917 N Bronson Avenue, Los Angeles CA 90068 and will open to the public in the coming weeks.
That figures: ‘I think it’s horrible,’ Schwartz’s now ex-wife Katie Maloney said on season nine of Vanderpump Rules
Lack of vision: ‘You wanna make it like psychedelic, funky, fresh, lights, textures, and then you want to call it f***ing Schwartz and Sandy’s? Ugh. I lost my boner,’ she complained at the time
A winner: But the name ended up sticking
Times change: ‘We’re committed,’ Schwartz said during a recent interview. ‘We’ve heard people say, “Oh, it sounds like a Jewish deli,” or whatever. But you know, Red Hot Chili Peppers to me, when I first heard that name, sounded like a mariachi band. But now you have a different association’
New vibe: ‘So when you go into our place, the name will become the place, the place will become the name. That will be the association,’ he added
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