One would be hard-pressed to find a more authentic portrayal of New York City’s vibrant nightlife than in “The Glitzerati,” a photo book by celebrated culture journalist and photographer Nadja Sayej. Scheduled for release on September 28, 2023, the book offers an enticing glimpse into the city’s glamorous galas, soirees, and parties from 2018 to 2023.
Nadja Sayej’s iconic black-and-white imagery captures over 200 celebrities, art stars, influencers, and fashion icons, a testament to the city’s cultural class in all its elegance and pizzaz. Through spontaneous shots, the book celebrates the vivaciousness of today’s “roaring twenties,” offering a refreshing alternative to the staged photo shoots and filters that dominate social media.
Among the prominent faces featured in the book are Cardi B, Diane Keaton, Offset, Philip Plein, Bruce Willis, and Debbie Harry. Nadja’s approach not only immortalizes these figures but also pays tribute to the legacy of celebrity party photography from a uniquely female perspective.
Beyond the photographs, “The Glitzerati” offers a narrative experience through extensive captions, injecting an Instagram-esque dynamism into traditional book writing. These captions narrate behind-the-scenes stories, offering readers a vicarious taste of rubbing shoulders with New York’s elite. From catching Cardi B in her custom-made Thom Browne couture at Paris Couture Week to encountering Marina Abramovic in Red Hook, Brooklyn, the stories are as captivating as they are diverse.
As a culture journalist with over 15 years’ experience, Nadja Sayej has been a regular contributor to prestigious publications such as The New York Times, The Guardian, Barron’s Magazine, and the Forbes fashion section. Her interviews have featured world-renowned film directors, artists, designers, and actors, offering insights into their lives and work.
“The Glitzerati” is Nadja’s eighth book and adds a new dimension to her impressive portfolio. Her earlier works include “The Celebrity Interview Book,” which presents her 21 best Q&As, “Biennale Bitch,” a Gonzo comedy-travel book about covering biennales across the globe, and “Red Carpet Ho,” recounting stories as a red-carpet photographer.
“The best part of living in New York City is attending the parties,” Nadja once said. With “The Glitzerati,” she invites everyone to experience these magical moments. The book is a definitive chronicle of New York’s nightlife, a testament to the enduring allure of the city’s cultural class. With this offering, Nadja Sayej proves once again why she is one of the most sought-after voices in the realms of culture journalism and photography.
