Diamond Heist!

$50 million in diamonds was just stolen from Brussels airport, which ironically marked the 10th anniversary of the legendary $100 million Antwerp Diamond Heist. To commemorate it, the men at Duponts Heist suited up Ocean's Eleven-style for diamond-themed festivities. We snapped mixologistKristopher Carr, who created three $1,500 cocktails, each with a real diamond, to be sold to support the Wake Up and Dream Foundation. Hes with the non-profits board member Piero Spada, and Heist owner Patrick Osuna and Guest Services head Timothy Sheldon.

The two-night diamond-themed party also launched Heists new app. Guests enjoyed drinks, music, and dancing. Here, Heists Quincy Jones, Alissa Wulff, and Eleven Eleven PR founder Sara Morgan.

A portion of the proceeds supported local young diamonds through theWake Up and Dream Foundation. The service and education focused charity provides financial assistance to encourage a life of continued education. Here, Pulpos Mike Finkelstein, Heists Jeffrey Jenkins, and Madhatters Hilary Shaw.

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