

In fairness, Charrisse is a bit distracted because it is her wedding anniversary, or would be if she weren’t separated. What’s the traditional gift for a separated wedding anniversary? Jim Beam? Hostess Huger arranges for Monique Samuels and Gizelle Bryant to sail with the Japan team from America’s Cup.
By “sail” she means “try to stay on the boat while the actual sailors run back and forth”, which they do! It mends Monique and Gizelle’s rift, even just momentarily. Boom! Hostess’ed!

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Monique has a French name and an essential oils business, and that’s two reasons for her to celebrate her birthday in Cannes. No sooner has everyone unpacked and met for a bite, than Ashley is accusing Karen of living in a townhouse instead of the palatial home she entertains in. She denies it, but there is blood in the water.