Mystery on Montauk: Fashion Designer Found Dead at Yacht Club
SCANDAL ROCKS EXCLUSIVE MONTAUK YACHT CLUB: FASHION DESIGNER FOUND DEAD ON PARTY BOAT
The tranquil waters of Montauk's exclusive yacht club were turned upside down on Tuesday when a glamorous fashion designer was found dead on a boat that had been partying all night. The news has sent shockwaves through the affluent Long Island community, where wealthy influencers and celebrities often flock to soak up the sun and enjoy the luxurious amenities.
Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra, 33, the stunning founder of East x East fashion label, was discovered unconscious on board the Ripple, a boat docked at the Montauk Yacht Club. Despite the efforts of good Samaritans who attempted life-saving measures, the young designer was pronounced dead at the scene by East Hampton Town Police.
The investigation into her death is still ongoing, but sources close to the inquiry have revealed that Nolan-O'Slatarra's boyfriend owns the boat and has a history of erratic behavior. "He was always drunk and messed up," a regular at the yacht club told The Scholarly Note. "You could hear him screaming 'that's my girlfriend' as he ran outside naked, trying to get help from other boaters."
The Ripple, which is registered in Long Beach, New York, has been described by insiders as a "party boat" that often stays out late into the night. Nolan-O'Slatarra had just celebrated the grand opening of her popup shop at Gurney's Montauk Resort and Seawater Spa on July 1, posting a triumphant message on TikTok with the hashtag #GoalsAchieved.
But behind the scenes, sources suggest that Nolan-O'Slatarra's relationship with her boyfriend was troubled. "They were always arguing," said one friend of the designer. "She was trying to keep him in check, but it seemed like he had a hold on her."
The Montauk Yacht Club, which offers luxurious accommodations and high-end amenities to its guests, has been at the center of the investigation. Rooms at the club run for around $1,500 in the summertime, making it a haven for wealthy influencers and celebrities who often flock to the area.
This past weekend, celebrity makeup artist Patrick Ta hosted an event at the yacht club, complete with a star-studded guest list that included influencers Alix Earle and Remi Bader. Photos from the event showed the glamorous guests enjoying cocktails and food while overlooking the breathtaking marina – now a crime scene.
While there is no indication that the events hosted at the club this weekend are connected to Nolan-O'Slatarra's death, the incident has sent shockwaves through the community. "We come here every summer and nothing like this ever happens," said one boater who witnessed the aftermath of the discovery. "The police have been here all day since four in the morning."
As detectives continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding Nolan-O'Slatarra's death, friends and fans are left reeling from the news. "She was an amazing designer and a lovely person," said one colleague. "This is just devastating."
The Suffolk County Medical Examiner's Office will determine the manner of Nolan-O'Slatarra's death, but for now, the exclusive Montauk Yacht Club community is left to grapple with the aftermath of this shocking tragedy.
UPDATE
As news of the incident spreads, social media has been filled with tributes and condolences from fans and friends of the late designer. Influencers and celebrities have taken to their platforms to pay homage to Nolan-O'Slatarra's talent and style, while also expressing shock and sadness at her untimely passing.
The investigation into her death continues, but one thing is clear: this tragic event has sent a ripple through the exclusive Montauk Yacht Club community, leaving everyone to wonder what really happened on that fateful night.
