Young American Socialites & Heiresses Stepping Into the Limelight
The next generation of society's most influential women is here to stay. Who are they?
A new generation of young American socialites and heiresses have graced our phone screens and red carpets, but who are they and why should we care? While some are taking the fashion world by storm, others are keeping their quiet luxury lifestyle quiet. From iconic names like Gates to Dell, here's a list of the hottest young American socialites to keep tabs on.
Danielle Lauder
Danielle Lauder is no stranger to being in the public eye. Who is her famous great-grandmother? None other than the iconic Estée Lauder, who created one of the biggest beauty empires in the world. Lauder, an actress and model most notably known for her appearance in The Stanford Prison Experiment, first debuted her modeling career at New York Fashion Week in 2016. In 2020, Lauder released her own collection through Estée Lauder and continues to be inspired by her great-grandmother's legacy.
Eve Jobs
The last name is obvious enough to realize who this young American socialite and heiress is related to. Daughter of the late Steve Jobs, 25-year-old Eve is a budding model with over 400k followers on Instagram.
Signed under DNA Model Management, Jobs has modeled for several brands including Louis Vuitton and has been featured in Vogue.
Ivy Getty
Ivy Getty, great-granddaughter of oil tycoon Jean Paul Getty, grew up around the ever-evolving fashion trends and made them her own, especially for her iconic wedding that created a social media buzz all over the world. Wearing a custom gown by John Galliano for Maison Margiela made from broken mirrors, this is only one testament to Getty's brave and bold fashion looks.
When Getty isn't hanging out with friends like Anya Taylor-Joy, she devotes her days to philanthropy inspired by her past famous relatives, while still being a total fashion icon. Getty continues to push the envelope for the fashion world.
Isabel Getty
This young American socialite is a visual artist and lead singer of London-based rock band Jean Marlow. Isabel Getty has found herself somewhat following in her mother's footsteps into the limelight. Daughter of iconic New York socialite Pia Getty, great-granddaughter of J. Paul Getty, and second-cousin to Ivy Getty, Isabel has no problem embracing a unique style and edge.
Often sporting designers such as Schiaparelli and Alessandra Rich, Isabel is a fashion and music inspiration.
Minty Mellon
A possible new It girl of fashion? Minty Mellon, daughter of fashion entrepreneur Tamara Mellon, knows all about the ins and outs of trends right now. Collaborating with her mother's brand, Minty brought to life the newest trend of ballet flats. The Minty Mellon Capsule Collection includes a variety of ballet flat styles along with Mary Janes.
"I feel like we have been stuck in a cycle of sneakers and boots, and I wanted to create something that could be a happy medium while still feeling a little more dressed up," she said in a statement on the Tamara Mellon website.
Phoebe Gates
Daughter of Bill Gates, young American socialite Phoebe Gates is stepping out into the spotlight with her 404k Instagram followers and a passion for fashion and women's health. Gates, a student at Stanford University, uses her platform to speak out about issues regarding women's health like Roe V. Wade and fashion sustainability. Gates is currently teasing a new company, Phia, that is set to release soon and is branded as "The Future of Fashion."
Alexa Dell
Daughter of tech tycoon Michael Dell, young American socialite Alexa Dell stays at the height of fashion with her keen and sophisticated eye for style. When she's not jetting off to tropical locales or taking her son for chic strolls around the neighborhood, you can find Dell hanging some of her famous pals like Paris Hilton and Christine Chiu.
Talita von Fürstenberg
Young American heiress Talita von Fürstenberg is a 24-year-old fashion designer and model. Granddaughter of the iconic Belgian fashion designer Diane von Fürstenberg, Talita has found a shared love and passion for fashion as her grandmother. Talita currently stands as Co-Chairman of DVF.
Naomi Biden
Naomi Biden, granddaughter to the President of the United States of America, is known for her class, style, and knowledge. While Biden is primarily known for her politically involved family, she is also an attorney for the law firm Arnold & Porter. Though she hasn't made any appearances at fashion shows, she has proven to have a taste for style as her wedding gown was custom-made by Ralph Lauren.
Ella Emhoff
Stepdaughter to Vice President Kamala Harris, 24-year-old Ella Emhoff is a model, artist, and fashion designer. Emhoff is known for her lively and relatable social media presence, often posting more candid and fun photos to her feed. Her passion lies in creating knitwear and textile art. When she's not creating, Emhoff is often seen attending star-studded events in NYC or modeling on the runway for brands like Prada.
Aoki Lee Simmons
Daughter of Kimora Lee Simmons and Russel Simmons, it's obvious that Aoki was born to be in the spotlight. Simmons has accumulated over 800k followers on Instagram, pursuing her successful modeling career while also recently graduating from Harvard University with a degree in classics and government. Simmons, only being in her early twenties, has only started her launch into the socialite world.
Olympia of Greece
From her family heritage to her modeling career, everything about Princess Maria-Olympia of Greece is elegant. The oldest child and only daughter of Pavlos, Crown Prince of Greece, and his wife, Marie-Chantal Miller, she continues to live up to her family name with her class and beauty. With 300k Instagram followers, her influence and title go way beyond a social media platform.