Party at Bar Lis in Hollywood
Hollywood is full of hipster and historic hotspots far beyond Rodeo Drive and Melrose Avenue.
Fashion and Los Angeles have a special synergy. Red at the Oscars is where celebrities show off their style, whether it’s on his carpet or being snapped out of the car by the paparazzi. But other than shopping destinations like The Grove and Robertson Boulevard, where does the fashionista go after his long day of boutique shopping?
A new rooftop bar in the heart of Hollywood has been put on the map as a hot fashion spot.
Bar Lys at the Thompson Hollywood
Bar Lis is a rooftop bar, lounge and nightclub at the Thompson Hollywood Hotel in Hollywood that brings a touch of France to the star-studded strip.
In the 1960s, she dreamed of becoming a singer and fled to the French Riviera to perform for Hollywood stars who visited the South of France.
Sebastian Puga, EVP of Brand Experience at Ten Five Hospitality, said:
Bar Lis touches on old history with photos of Bridget Bardot, Elizabeth Taylor and more. … [+]
With blue and white striped walls, from Brigitte Bardot to Jane Birkin, Serge Gainsbourg, Elizabeth Taylor, James Dean, Grace Kelly.
“It’s intended to capture the squirrel contemporaries of the time, immersing guests in the story of the lounge,” Puga explains. The bar was designed by Creative Her Director Bernadette Blanc who worked with Wendy Posner of Posner Fine Art to source, select and lay out each photo.
Thompson Hollywood’s Bar Lys showcases old nostalgic photos of French Riviera celebrities
It’s tied to the current vibe of Los Angeles and aims to provide a modern, artist-inspired, nightlife-driven cultural hub, located directly in the Vinyl District just off Hollywood’s Tourist Strip. Attract creatives in your neighborhood. and a musical legend.
“Hollywood, and Los Angeles itself, has historically accommodated creative sets,” Puga said. “Bar Lis provides a place for like-minded people to escape from the skies above the city and enjoy world-class live music and DJ sets.”
A DJ spins at a party at Hollywood’s Bar Lis
Bar Lis has seen many VIPs stroll its grounds, including The Weeknd, Rita Ora, Drake, Taika Waititi, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Lil Nas X. DJs who have performed here include Diplo and Tove Lo.
It is also used by local Angelenos as a business meeting point. Puga adds: “The area is attracting both locals and tourists alike for night outings in an area that used to see little foot traffic.”
Moving forward, there will be a monthly burlesque series called ‘Femme Follies’ featuring Miss Tosh, the founder of the world-famous Beauty of Burlesque. Also every Tuesday, Bar Lis hosts Jazz Eclectic LA, a live night of modern jazz for locals and visitors alike. Every Thursday through Saturday night there are guest DJs including talents such as Les Filles’ Ashley Smith and Bec Adams, Ana Calderon, Rick Trainor and Wade Crescent.
Dan Daley, CEO and co-founder of Ten Five Hospitality, said:
“From the hotel’s expertly crafted interiors to the on-site dining and entertainment venues, every detail has been carefully curated with the discerning creative in mind.”
