27th Annual Harriman Cup

It’s not even noon, and yet, half of the Long Island bound LIRR train is already lashed on mimosas and John Dalys. We're getting there. We’re all hopping off at Old Westbury for the 27th Annual Harriman Cup, the alumni polo match between Yale and the University of Virginia. Founded in 1984 as a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the sport of polo and supporting the collegiate polo programs of Yale and UVA, the event has raised over $600,000 for the schools’ undergrad teams.

The match has since served as a last ditch effort for Yale and UVA alum alike—and any family and friends really—to celebrate summer’s end in patchwork madras, pastels, and penny loafers. The after party alone is worth the trip. A live band and dancing breaks out on the tented dance floor amidst hopes of meeting Mr. or Mrs. Right (now). Awards for best dressed, best hat, and best tailgate are doled out with tongue-in-cheek while UVA hoisted up the cup for the second year in a row, edging out Yale 6-5.

White Levi's 501s—the pant of choice.

Bicycle polo...the match that happens before the match.

Our vote for "Best Smile." The young lady's is pretty great too.

Taking home award for "Best Hat," naturally.

The post match dance party.