Name: Kobi Halperin
Occupation: Fashion designer
Hometown: Netanya, Israel
One area of the Hamptons that excites me is:
Anywhere I can see the ocean, feel the breeze, and be close to the water.
My favorite thing about summering Out East is:
Seeing friends, family, and people from the fashion world, and noticing how much their demeanor changes when they arrive.
When I was growing up, I wanted to be:
A psychologist.
A show I recently binge-watched is:
Below Deck. It’s the perfect way to completely switch off after a busy day.
My favorite look to wear around town is:
When summer arrives and I can swap pants for shorts and slip into my Birkenstocks, I’m the happiest person ever.
One spot I always take visitors to is:
I love taking visitors somewhere surrounded by nature and water. Whether it’s a quiet beach, a boat ride, or simply a beautiful spot outdoors.
My go-to comfort food is:
Bagels and cream cheese.
My favorite Hamptons memory is:
Making the journey to the Hamptons every summer with my two daughters and watching them grow into the incredible young women they are today.
Music that always gets me moving is:
Israeli music, because it connects me to my roots and to loved ones who are no longer with us.
One event out here I look forward to all summer is:
Presenting my summer collection is always one of the highlights of the season. I was especially excited to return to The HUB earlier this month to share it.
My favorite fragrance is:
Sagit’s Le Labo Thé Noir 29.
My most treasured possession is:
My grandfather’s wedding band. It serves as a constant reminder of my heritage, and the generations that came before me. Knowing what they endured, including surviving the Holocaust, makes it an incredibly meaningful piece that keeps me connected to their strength and legacy.
My happy place is:
Paris. There’s an energy and beauty there that always motivates me to keep designing and creating.
My guilty pleasure is:
Watching completely unnecessary TV shows that allow me to disconnect and unwind.
My catchphrase is:
“Just say you’re right, Kobi.”
My greatest achievement is:
Being a father to my two daughters.
I would like to be remembered as:
A good father, a kind person, and a designer who always put his customer first. If I can leave behind a legacy of kindness, beauty, love, and connection, I would consider that a life well lived.
