Doll Invasion Turns Ten Summers of Fire Island Into a Tradition

What began as a house party has become one of Fire Island's fixed points on the summer calendar. Founder Fran Tirado built Doll Invasion from an intimate gathering he still describes, fondly, as "transsexual summer camp." That informal start has since grown into an annual celebration and fundraiser, drawing guests back to the island year after year. The event's staying power is the story here: a party thrown among friends that outgrew its living room and found a permanent home on Fire Island's social map. No red carpet required — just consistency, and a founder willing to keep the invitation open.

With reporting from Vogue.