Chances are, you have encountered party-crashers.  The people who arrive at the door trying to convince the publicist that their “name is on the list” and that they RSVP’d days ago. For an added touch, they feign disgust and start waving their smartphones in the air saying,  “I even have an email confirming this. My name should be on the list. This is ridiculous.”

Ridiculous indeed. I actually have a collection of photos of them that I should turn over for the post offi ce wanted sign. Sometimes the powers that be just leave them alone once they get in because of the scene they make when caught . . . and those sneaky crashers know it. I named one particular crasher after a choice male body part because, well, he looks like one! Stop me next time you see me out and about, and I’ll reveal it to you. I’d recognize that one anywhere! He’s actually been reported in “Page Six.”

Party crashing has evolved in the past few years. Professional ones equip their cars with various aids and props —like laminating machines to create fake all-access badges, wristbands in every color of the rainbow, and UV stamp kits. With the amount of effort that they put into getting into parties, you almost think they deserve to be let in. Almost.

 But enough about crashers—I’m now going to talk about invited guests who aren’t familiar with the concept of a “plus one.” People who abuse their “You may invite a guest” privileges and decide to bring along entourages. Case in point: Last month, a fading reality star was invited to an RSVP-only private opening of an exhibition in NYC. Now, most people would either show up by themselves or bring one guest. Cash must be tight, because this former TV personality decided to bring along her kids and all of the guests of her daughter’s birthday party. I guess that’s one way to save on admission costs of the exhibit, food, beverages, and party favors. I hope that after the opening, she at least treated the kids to birthday cake! But I digress. . . .

What happened to basic etiquette? If you want to bring more than one person, ask the host. Odds are, if given enough advance notice, he/she may say yes. Showing up last minute with a gaggle of preteens celebrating your kid’s birthday or with your entourage of six friends is just plain abusive. Throwing a tantrum at the door because the guests you invited aren’t allowed in won’t help things either. Have some common courtesy. Your host has properly accounted for the number of guests who will show up. If everyone brought along a posse, the whole party dynamic and the reason for celebrating would be ruined. But I digress. . . .

As always, Hampton Sheet is here to guide you through the Hamptons party season, which is now in full swing. This summer promises many fun-fi lled days and nights on our luxurious gold coast, with a spectacular lineup that includes the Guild Hall Spectacular (July 6), the not-to-be-missed Parrish Art Museum bash (July 13), the James Beard Foundation’s Chefs & Champagne at Wölffer Estate Vineyards, Bay Street’s Rock the Dock gala, the Bridgehampton Polo Challenge, the Hampton Designer Showhouse (all on July 20), and the Hampton Classic (August 25). Check out all the fun in our July/August calendar (p. 34). But don’t forget to RSVP and let your host know in advance if you need to exceed the plus-one limit—you may just be accommodated, leaving the drama at the door.

Also, turn to our interview with this month’s cover girl, Olivia Munn (p. 32). The gorgeous costar of HBO’s The Newsroom and two-time Maxim cover girl dishes to Karen Ann Love about everything from working with Academy and Emmy award winner Aaron Sorkin to workplace romances.

 For more on The Newsroom, check out “The Lyons Den” (p. 22) for our resident film and TV critic Jeffrey Lyons’s review of Season 2 of The Newsroom (Season 1 is now available on DVD and Blu-ray).

Dottie Herman, president and CEO of Douglas Elliman, is back with a first-hand scoop on buying, selling, and investing in the luxury real estate market (p. 10). And check out “Literary Lowdown” (p. 26) for your summer reads and “Jan’s Take” (p. 24) for the latest on shops, restaurants, clubs, and the performing arts.

And don’t forget to catch me on 1010WINS on Thursdays and Fridays for Joan Jedell’s Hampton Sheet Scoop.

Now, let’s get the party started at the Best of the Best Hot Hamptons Happenings. Stay safe, wear sunscreen, don’t forget to RSVP, and make sure you’re photo-ready for your closeup in The Sheet.

Enjoy!

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