amilton Jewelers, a purveyor of fine jewelry and the most exquisite collections around the globe, befittingly chose the classic fashion district of Palm Beach to host a one-time exhibition of rare and unique diamonds. In celebration of 100 years in the market, Hamilton has assembled the collection of over 50 timeless jewels from their inventory as well as from important collections from around the world. Many of the mines producing these rarities are at or near the end of their production, so the opportunity to see such pieces are becoming fewer.
Following the only U.S. show in Palm Beach, the collection will be shown in Switzerland, Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Dubai. The exhibit will feature diamonds of nearly every color... orange, pink, blue, green, yellow, champagne, peach, cognac, teal, etc., in sizes from under 1 ct to 100 cts. Most of the diamonds will be set in jewels, while some will remain loose. For more information please call 561 659 6788 215 Worth Ave Palm Beach, FL 33480
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It was nearly 10 years ago in New York when Elizabeth Thompson hosted an exhibition launch of paintings depicting landscapes of Botswana, that she decided her next art-driven adventure would be the wilderness known as the Everglades. She moved there as Artist in Residence in 2006, and was proAnimal Perspective, 60x72, Oil on Canvas foundly moved by her experience which included confrontations with many scary things-alligators, snakes, and was warned about scorpions and panthers. Thompson’s work has been exhibited at numerous national and international institutions including the Norton Museum of Art, McKay Art Museum, and the Museum of Modern Art, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Ever since 1976, when she won a competition to paint a series of oil tanks on the Hudson River, Thompson has painted mural commissions in Zimbabwe and Mexico City among many others. In the early to mid -1980s, she was an artist in residence at MoMA PS1, Long Island City, NY, as well as the Centre Georges Pompidou, Paris. Thompson is currently represented by the Leila Heller Gallery in New York City. Since 1976, Thompson has been a Elizabeth works from her studios in Ocean Ridge (FL), SoHo (NY), and Paris. resident of Ocean Ridge, Florida in the historic home which once beFor more information or to attend the debut of longed to Major Boynton, namesake “Stories from the Everglades” by Elizabeth Thompson of Boynton Beach. She added a Please contact Katie: (757) 575 9158 | katiemcgraw10@gmail.com painting studio in 2006. March 5– April 5| 10 AM–5 PM | Tues through Sat It looks like the Everglades are overtaking my house, 327 Royal Poinciana Plaza| Palm Beach | ElizabethThompsonArt.com which I love. -Elizabeth Thompson located steps away from the Atlantic Ocean in South Florida’s high-end shopping corridor of Palm C onveniently Beach, Worth Avenue Yachts has much to its advantage. The boutique prepares its fleet of luxury yachts for participation in the Palm Beach International Boat Show which features more than $1.2 billion worth of boats, yachts and accessories from the world’s leading marine manufacturers.
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DREAMER Built in 2010-11, the 136’ yacht is a product of
Diamonds Are Forever features a signature Evan K Marshall interior comprising of two panoramic master suites and four guest staterooms, including guest elevators to all decks, a full beam sky lounge and vast open and shaded deck spaces. The 200’ 2012 Benetti boasts an additional top "sky" deck, located above the sun deck, which forms a very private, panoramic deck. The aft part of the sundeck can be transformed into a touch and go helipad. 59,000,000 USD (Asking Price) Available for charter 395,000 - 450,000 USD Per week
Hargrave Custom Yachts. Also known as ‘The 'Queen of the Fleet', DREAMER’s mirror finish on her topsides is a hallmark of the TSMM shipyard in Turkey where she was built and the quality of the build is evident throughout the yacht. DREAMER's high-quality composite construction encapsulates a stunning contemporary interior that reflects her European origins, and also her complexity and elegance. 16,995,000 USD Worth Avenue Yachts’ professional team invites you to visit them during the 28th annual Palm Beach International Boat Show at the West Palm Beach Waterfront. Thurs. Mar 21, 12 Noon – 7pm Fri. Mar 22, 10am – 7pm Sat. Mar 23, 10am – 7pm Sun. Mar 24, 10am – 6pm showmanagement.com/palm-beach-boat-show/event
Talbott Maxey and Kenn Karakul invite you to an encore presentation of
SINTESSI by Michel Piranesi
April 29-30 Next month, Shen Yun will perform at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach, Florida. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit ticketbox.com | shenyun2013.org or call the hotline 561 832 7469. For information regarding VIP packages, contact : Maribel@altimacclub.com
ll SINTESSI Jewels are made in Valenza, Italy and crafted from 18 KT gold, platinum, diamonds, and precious stones. The trunk show will also feature Cesare Barro Jewelry. A Percentage of proceeds will benefit Young Musicians Fund at the Community Foundation and PBAU Preparatory Department. Monday, March 4th through Thursday, March 7th 11:00 a.m – 6:00 p.m
Lourdes Fanjul, Talbott Maxey, and Tom Quick are happy to announce that the 8th annual St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Dinner at Club Colette on March 6th is sold out! However, St. Jude still needs your support. Donations of any size graciously accepted. For more info, please contact Erika Mayor at (800) 278-3383 or erika.mayor@stjude.org. If you would like to make a donation, visit stjude.org
Mary Mahoney 336 Worth Avenue, Palm Beach Please contact Maribel@altimacclub.com |561 833 8283 for information regarding the “Meet the Designers” Caviar and Champagne Reception (by-invitation-only) For private appointments contact: Michel at 212 223 7340 mp@sintessi.com Cesare at 561 301 9965
lack River Caviar’s newest line, the Royal Russian Oscietra has been such a success, they would like to extend the special offer of $475 per 100 grams (Normally $570) to their patrons. Please enjoy this exclusive special price which includes shipping, personalized note, gift box, a Mother of Pearl Spoon (Limited supply) To order this exclusive line, call 970 547 1542 or email Maribel@altimacclub.com www.BlackRiverCaviar.com
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Recipe: lack River Caviar celebrating Valentine’s Day 20 small baby potatoes (even-sized) with Christofle. A group of young Palm Beach 1 tsp. of olive oil professionals enjoyed the caviar paired with ZYR 2 tsp. of salt vodka and hors d’Oeuvres at the Christofle Boutique 120g of cream cheese (4oz) located on Worth Avenue. Two lucky raffle winners left 100g of black caviar (3.5oz) with a special gift from Black River Caviar. The event was hosted by Patricia Champier, Store Manager.
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ltima is proud to base our headquarters in the leading real estate market in the United States—South Florida. We would like to invite fellow power brokers and agents to an informative reception hosted by Douglas Elliman to hear the latest on the real estate market—from New York, the Hamptons and South Florida. The Networking Happy Hour will include a special presentation by: Marisela Cotilla, DE Managing Broker of the Palm Beaches & Fort Lauderdale
Wednesday, March 6, 2013 5:30—7:30 PM
Marisela Cotilla
Bice Ristorante 313 1/2 Worth Avenue Palm Beach (Valet Parking on Peruvian)
Kindly RSVP: Maribel@altimacclub.com or 561 833 8283 Or click here to RSVP online
Bruce and Claudia Helander
Lori Blust, William Halliday, Karene Telesca, Scott Blust
Palm Beach Day Spa’s team of highly-skilled aestheticians and nail technicians provide a full roster of beauty treatments using all natural and top quality products. Ewa Nicole Szumilas, Owner, has worked extensively in Paris, Los Angeles and Manhattan, treating social luminaries such as Terry Kramer. Ewa Nicole Szumilas Owner She knows the importance of great looking skin and will provide you with tailored services that fit any concerns about your skin and facial appearance. Treatments includes facials, manicures, pedicures and signature spa services. Palm Beach Day Spa To book your appointment call 561 832 1660 235 Sunrise Ave | Palm Beach, FL 33480
Well Known artist, Bruce Helander hosted his exhibition launch at ArtHouse 429 of the Northwood District in West Palm Beach, Fla. On February 21st. The one-man show includes a series of collages and paintings that combine a curious balance of abstract expressionist marks shared with bits of recognizable matter. Helander’s large following in Palm Beach drew nearly 200 guests including: Claudia and Camila Helander, Mayor Jeri Muoio, Bruce Sutka, Edwina Sandys & Richard Kaplan, Angela and Doug Stockham, Alyssa di Edwardo, Laurie Wentelwroth, Stefania Conrad, Donna Long, Ellen Liman, Kim & Joan Sargent, Cindy Witter & Jeremy Wiesen, Carole & Confrey Phillips, Tony Solo & Christana Marie, Silver & Wendy Fritz, Michael & Eleanora Kennedy, Lisa Rowan, Cindy Thomas, David Negri Captured by Michael Price
William Halliday and Alyssa di Edwardo
Mary Beth Fitzgerald, Angela & Doug Stockham
Bruce Sutka and Mayor Jeri Muoio
Camila Helander and Tyler Sargent
Emily Fisher Landau and Jim Pappas
Diane Weiss, Carol Mulcahy, Jerry Klein and Mary Lou Tringali
Eric Schulman & Krill Mikhayov
mily Fisher Landau, renowned art collector and philanthropist, opened the doors of her private Palm Beach residence to raise money for the WPB Friends of Fisher House. This intimate reception included guided tours of Mrs. Landau’s exquisite collection conducted by Cheryl Brutvan, Curator of the Norton Museum and Sarah Gavlak of Gavlak Galleries.
Wyatt Koch, Kirsten Hierston, Earle Mack, Elizabeth Thompson
Carlos and Renée Morrison
Murray and Marley Goodman
Grand Patrons included Mark Edward Partners, Alfonso and Raysa Fanjul, Frank Hogan, Michele and Howard Kessler, Carlos and Renée Morrison, Jim Pappas, The Honorable Earle I. Mack, Patrick Park and Diane N. Weiss. Other generous supporters and attendees included Jane Holzer, Dan Jennings, Terry Allen Kramer, Joel Pashcow, Tom Quick, Wyatt Koch, Murray and Marley Goodman, Alfred and Gilda Slifka, Tom and Jan Moloney, Ralph McElvenny, Kim Hierston, and artist Elizabeth Thompson, who generously donated one of her works from the Everglades series entitled ‘River of Grass’ (2007) to enhance the WPB Fisher House. Jim Pappas, Frank Hogan (Vice President of WPB Fisher House), and Cindy Campbell (Fisher House Foundation Vice President for Community Relations and Media Affairs), all made speeches commemorating the Fisher Family and the Foundation they have built.
Cindy Campbell, Frank Hogan, and Diane Weiss
A special thanks to our sponsors... Guests were indulged with generous portions of Black River Russian Ossetra, exquisite hors d’oeuvres by Ann Z Gourmet Catering, Syltbar Prosecco and Torbreck Steading wines generously donated by Serry Osmena of Blue Chair Media. Each guest left with a special gift from each sponsor, including candles from Hamilton Jewelers. Event Captured by Janis Bucher Shannon Donnelly and Chris Salata
Diane de la Begassiere and Elizabeth Thompson
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Michel Piranesi and Susan Malloy
ichel Piranesi unveiled his latest collection, SINTESSI, during a private reception featuring Syltbar Prosecco and Black River Caviar February 11th at Mary Mahoney on Worth Avenue. The event was graciously hosted by Susan Malloy. Ten percent of proceeds from all sales during the four day trunk show benefitted the International Red Cross.
Mary Mahoney
Tara Vecellio, Cesare Barro, Katie Vecellio
Bice Restaurant Palm Beach hosted the Inaugural Palm Beach reunion for alumni of Le Rosey, February 9th. The event which was organized in less than two weeks attracted over 40 alumni and their spouses, from as far as Las Vegas and ranged from recent graduates to class of 1939. The younger set, which included 50+ year olds, prolonged Bice’s normal hours until 2:00 am.
Events on this page were captured by Jim Fairman
Caryna Nina, and Irene O'Gara