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Inside TRIBEZA’s Summer Style Issue Launch Party at Swim Club Austin

Allison and Stephen Ellsworth joined guests to celebrate the lifestyle magazine’s latest issue in the colorful venue in the Downright Austin Hotel

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Leven Rambin, Christy Carlson Romano, Patty Brewton, Allison Ellsworth (photo by John Pesina)

On July 1, TRIBEZA celebrated the launch of the July | August 2025 Summer Style Issue with an unforgettable evening at Swim Club, the vibrant poolside restaurant venue inside the Downright Austin Hotel. Guests gathered in the lively, colorful atmosphere to toast the magazine, which hit stands the same day.

The event drew a stylish crowd of TRIBEZA friends, collaborators and featured individuals in the magazine issue. 

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Kaleigh, Michael Wiese (photo by John Pesina)
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Michaela Beadle, Raegan Haggard, Stephanie Brown, Sara Hoing, Heidi Okla, Kylie Sinai, Angela Hinson (photo by John Pesina)
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Giana Enoch, Valentina Sacaridis, Carin Gonzales, Julia Stewart (photo by John Pesina)
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Katie Magby, Katy Tharp (photo by John Pesina)
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Kiki Federico, Maddie Stauss (photo by John Pesina)
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Mariel Jastrebsky, Nick Moreau, Masha Arguello (photo by John Pesina)
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Katy Tharp, Allison Ellsworth, Patty brewton, David Wilkins (photo by John Pesina)
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Jose Rodriguez, Hannah Gabel (photo by John Pesina)
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Lisa O’Neill, Ingrid Spencer (photo by John Pesina)
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Stephanie, Todd O’Neill (photo by John Pesina)
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Devin Dang, Tim Stanton, Charles Vesley (photo by John Pesina)
Kaleigh Wiese, Cynthia Bernard
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Kaleigh Wiese, Cynthia Bernard (photo by John Pesina)
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Heidi Okla, Ashley Sauls, Krissy Littlestar-Hearn (photo by John Pesina)
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Adrienne Cooksley, Amanda Nelson (photo by John Pesina)
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Roger, Jodi Haenni (photo by John Pesina)
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John David Robbins, Brian Nitz (photo by John Pesina)
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Lesa Rossick, Emmy Weisberg (photo by John Pesina)

Among the evening’s highlights was the presence of Allison and Stephen Ellsworth, co-founders of Poppi soda, who were celebrated for their cover story feature. The Austin-based couple mingled with guests, fellow profile subjects, and TRIBEZA advertisers. Their energy and warmth reflected the spirit of the issue — sophisticated yet full of personality.

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Allison, Stephen Ellsworth (photo by John Pesina)
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Austin Roth Eagle, Carly Eagle (photo by John Pesina)
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Courtny Svendsen, Melissa Reidhead (photo by John Pesina)
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Heidi Okla, Allison Ellsworth (photo by John Pesina)
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Chloe Page, Ansley Newar, Suzanne Erickson, Lucy David, Taylor Carmouche (photo by John Pesina)
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Beau Eidson, Ashley Sauls (photo by John Pesina)
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David Haines, Lisa Dawson (photo by John Pesina)
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Clay Campbell, Lily O’Neill (photo by John Pesina)
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Bethany Adams, Dalia credeur, Roger, Jodi Haenni, Marie Ashley (photo by John Pesina)
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Angela Hinson, Stephanie Brown (photo by John Pesina)
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Ellie Brandes, Analise Pickerrell (photo by John Pesina)
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Elyssia Scifres, Marisa Warren, Ashley Fierro (photo by John Pesina)
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Shannon Sheffield, Ash Longoria (photo by John Pesina)
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Devin Haines, Anna Woodard (photo by John Pesina)
Ashley Sauls, Heidi Okla, Cassie Butterfield, Krissy LittleStar Hearn, Morgan Seminaro and Lily O'Neill
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TRIBEZA Team: Ashley Sauls, Heidi Okla, Cassie Butterfield, Krissy LittleStar Hearn, Morgan Seminaro and Lily O’Neill. (photo by John Pesina)

Throughout the night, guests enjoyed refreshing cocktails and light passed bites such as Caprese skewers, coconut shrimp, spring rolls and more. The Swim Club’s whimsical setting provided the perfect backdrop for the festive gathering.

As the evening came to a close, guests left with a copy of the latest Summer Style Issue and memories of a summer night filled with connection and celebration. TRIBEZA once again cherished its role in the heart of Austin’s cultural scene — bringing together the people, style and stories that shape the city.

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TRIBEZA highlights a sophisticated curation of Austin happenings, people, and places in a variety of disciplines—architecture, art, design, fashion, food, music and more. With six printed magazines each year and a variety of daily articles posted on the TRIBEZA website, you can always find content that celebrates the spirit of Austin.