Despite the persistent multi-day downpour in LA, Angelenos braved the conditions to uphold their social commitments.
Once the Goody Bags were brimming with goodies, it was time for lunch.
As guests settled into their seats, the conversation naturally gravitated toward the place tweaks.
Veronica Swanson Beard, Julianne Hough, Veronica Miele Beard, Mandy Moore, Brianne Howey
Each plate featured the distinctive Veronica Beard crest, with guests' names delicately scripted in elegant cursive.
“We are so grateful you came out in this crazy weather.
I feel we should have given you a purse and a puppy,” said Veronica Swanson Beard.
Her sentiment was echoed by Veronica Miele Beard.
“All of you inspire us when we design.
You guys are bosses.
Thank you for coming.
As family-style bowls of shrimp cocktail and garden salads made their rounds, guests enjoyed the intimate atmosphere.
“I am most excited to get these bags into the world,” Veronica Swanson Beard toldVogue.
“I think handbags complete the Veronica Beard uniform… you hold your life in your handbag.”
