Hollywood glamour has a particular way of making an occasion feel like a scene from a film, and Anna Sitar and Josh “Bru” Brubaker certainly understood the assignment. Seven months after announcing their engagement, the influencer and radio host gathered 200 of their closest friends and family at The Maybourne Beverly Hills on November 7 for an evening inspired by the golden age of Hollywood.
The celebration was an elegant introduction to the couple's upcoming wedding chapter, with a thoughtful mix of fashion, entertainment and details designed to keep the evening moving. For couples dreaming of a celebration with this level of personality, Wonderland Concierge offers access to trusted wedding professionals who can help bring a distinctive vision together, from event styling to the finer details guests remember.
Anna's engagement party look was a moment in itself. She wore a floor-length white gown featuring a fitted corset bodice, delicate lace detailing and a flowing skirt, finished with a dramatic scarf that wrapped around her neck and draped behind her. The silhouette felt distinctly bridal while still carrying the polish of an Old Hollywood evening.
Her beauty look followed the same direction, with glossy blonde waves styled into a glamorous, vintage-inspired finish. Josh complemented her in a black suit and crisp white shirt, keeping the couple's coordinated look classic without feeling overly formal.
For portraits, the pair posed against a rich burgundy velvet backdrop, which added a theatrical touch to the evening and made the photographs feel like stills from a romantic film.
The setting at The Maybourne Beverly Hills brought the Hollywood Glam theme to life through warm lighting, rich red accents and an atmosphere that felt intimate despite the guest list of 200.
A towering champagne display became one of the evening's standout features, with Anna and Josh joining in to pour bottles over a pyramid of coupe glasses. Elsewhere, arrangements of deep red roses, glowing candles and carefully styled tables added to the dramatic palette.
The entertainment went beyond the usual engagement party playlist. Guests had access to a portrait booth, a magician and a beauty bar by Tower 28 Beauty, while DJ Ace Reider kept the celebration going. There was also a playful side to the evening, with Anna dancing alongside her friends and enjoying the kind of party moments that rarely make it onto a formal wedding mood board.
The celebration was planned and designed by Alison Rose Events, with photography by Kristin Piteo. Wild Muse Floral handled the flowers, while Town & Country Event Rentals, French Toast Towers and Vogue Candles contributed to the overall setting.
Interestingly, the Hollywood-inspired evening was not the couple's only engagement celebration. In June, Anna hosted a smaller, camping-themed gathering in Michigan called “One S'more Brubaker,” a playful nod to Josh's surname. The party featured a backyard setting and customised cookies, showing a much more relaxed side of their engagement festivities.
The contrast between the two occasions makes their celebrations particularly fun to follow. One leaned into nostalgic outdoor charm, while the latest brought out the glamour of a classic Hollywood soirée. Both offered a glimpse into the couple's approach to celebrating their relationship: thoughtful themes, personal touches and plenty of room for fun.
Anna and Josh announced their engagement in April 2026 after dating since 2021. Josh proposed during a beachside moment, which the couple revealed through a playful social media announcement.
In an interview with PEOPLE in August, Anna shared that they had already hired a wedding planner and settled on the general geographical location, although a date and venue had not yet been confirmed. She also hinted at a few details she would love to incorporate, including butter yellow and the possibility of a '90s-inspired nightclub after-party.
For now, the couple seem happy to enjoy their engagement before the big day arrives. Speaking to E! News about the celebration, they said, “We’re still on cloud nine!” and described having their favourite people together in one place as especially meaningful.
If this engagement party is any indication, their wedding will be one to keep an eye on.
Planning/Design: @alisonroseevents
Photography: @kristinpiteophoto
Venue: @dantebeverlyhills at @themaybournebh
Rentals: @townandcountry_eventrentals
Florals: @wildmusefloral
Portrait Booth: @halogenpictures
DJ: @acereider
Champagne Tower: @frenchtoasttowers
Candles: @vogue.candles
Magician: @austinjanik
Beauty Bar: @tower28beauty
Signage: @Etsy
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