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h a n d b ag e n vy All o f yo u r f r ien d s w ill b e l ef t wa n t in g . . .
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Ki ton plaid sport coat , $59 95 Eton light blue b u t ton cu f f d re ss s h i r t , $2 6 5 Al tea floral print t i e, $12 0 (o n h er)
Mugler white suit wi t h s h awl -col l ar d ou b l e -st ra p ja c ket , $ 2495
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ste p by st ep No need to tread lightly with the hottest women’s shoes for spring! M aki n g moves Fo r t h e Boyd s Wom a n, a lways on the g o.
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s h a d ow play B oyd s Ta i l ored Cl othi ng S p o t light.
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s o l e survivo r M en ’s shoes to wea r now a n d c a rry throug h ‘ ti l sum m er.
T h e pr i ce s q uo t e d i n t hi s m aga zine are c urrent at the tim e of p rint ing . B oyd s is not res p ons ib le f or t yp og ra p hic a l errors in p ric ing .
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table of contents 22. The boyds guide Ou r handbook to eve r yt h i n g new a nd exciting for t h e upco ming season.
32. The Top women’s Trends The Edit. Petal Perfect. High Contrast. 40. Gadgets & gear W ho ever said somet h i n g u s e f u l co ul dn’t also have a s l e e k d e s i g n an d a sky-high fun quotie n t ? 42. The Top Men’s Trends S ce ne Stealers. Blue s Trave l e r. F i n i s h ing Touches. Fi n e P r i n t .
50. made-to- meas ur e An i n t ro to our Mad e -to-M e as u re pro gram.
52. maki n g waves Th e 747 Mirage day cr u i s e r pl i e s the waters in p e e r l e ss l u x u r y.
57. jenni fe r lawre n ce Gi fte d with looks, ta l e n t , am b i t i on a n d a knock-’em-dead fas h i on s e n s e, s h e ’s a girl on fire.
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113 79. the reality of riesling Co n n o iss eu r s h ave kn ow n fo r s o m e ti m e that t h is w h ite is n ’ t ju st fo r d ess er t . A nd now the s ec ret ’s o u t .
97. electric avenue Th e h ig h - p er fo r m a n ce Ren ovo Co up e hi ts the street w it h a c la ss ic d es ig n a n d zero - em i ssi ons tec hnol og y. 12 7. P l ay b a r b a dos B u ilt o n a n o ld s u g a rc a n e p la n t at io n, the i sl a nd ’s m o st s u r p r is in g co u r s e is a sweet sensati on.
142 . th e e dg e o f th e wo r l d R u g g ed I cela n d is a b it like t h e m o on, b ut f r ien d lier, coz ier. . . a n d a lo t m o re conveni ent. 152 . boyds’ new custom shirt shop I t ’s b et ter t h a n ever.
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sentiments of
the season a l etter from the owners In the fast-moving world of 2015, success comes to those who know how to change. For a family-owned retailer like Boyds, it’s not just a matter of presenting the latest and greatest merchandise. We are constantly evolving our in-store experience to delight our regular customers and, of course, to attract a new generation of shoppers. Speaking of the Millennials, we are pleased to welcome the first member of the fourth generation of our family to Boyds. He’s Alex Gushner, Kent’s son and the namesake of our founder, Alexander Gushner. After graduating from the University of California at Santa Barbara, Alex worked at Ermenegildo Zegna in New York City. Alex brings to Boyds a special focus on Made-toMeasure. What else is in store for you? This spring we’ve introduced some fantastic new lines, both in men’s and women’s, too numerous to mention. However, many of these new designers are shown throughout this magazine. We’ve opened a custom shirt shop, and we’re developing plans to remodel and remerchandise our store. As we look to the future, we’re always careful to preserve those things that are core to the Boyds heritage. We have the largest in-store tailor shop in the Philadelphia area, if not the entire United States, and amenities such as free parking on Chestnut Street, our signature personal service and expert style counsel, just to name a few.
T h e ow ne r s: Je ff G l ass, Kent Gushner & Ralph Yaffe
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Putting on new clothes has the effect of making you feel better instantly. It’s also an investment in your future success, and quite frankly, an easy way to make the world a better-looking place for everyone you encounter! Visit our store this spring, and we guarantee you’ll leave with a smile.
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behind the
scenes highlights from our spring photoshoot
the team E d it or & C re a ti v e D i re cto r
Co ntr ibuting Editors
Pu blish ed B y Wa in scot Media
Ki mberl y B ea rd
Le e L u s a rd i Co n n o r, Mi mi Smi th, J o s h S e n s , L u c a S ume ra c, M ic h a e l H ille r, Eve rett Potte r
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F as h ion E d i t o r C h el sea N a u t
As s is t a n t F a s h i o n E d i t o r s
A l ex Gu sh n er, B et h B eve r ly, C an di ce D yer, Cel i n e N a ss a r, A n gi e Satc h el , D a n i el l e B oy k in
C o nt r ibu t i n g F a s h i o n Pho t o g ra p h e rs Mi ch ael D wo r n i k , C h r i s Ko o n z
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D a n a L a r k in
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Co o p Br and M ana ger
Sen ior Vice Presiden t/Pu blish er
M o n ic a D e lliS a n t i
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D ir ec to r o f P r o d u ction
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the boyds
guide introducing: new designer alert
sart o r i a parte n o pea Angelo Blasi is considered the master tailor, cutter and creator of the unparalleled and superb handcrafted tradition of worldclass Neopolitan tailoring. Born around World War I, he became an apprentice tailor while still in his teens. He worked in a tailor shop making handmade suits for Napoli’s well-heeled and fashionable gentlemen. He was promoted to head cutter and master tailor, and then after the second World War Angelo Blasi founded his eponymous tailor shop on Naples’ most prestigious shopping street. Sartoria Angelo Blasi employed more than 100 tailors. Many of today’s master tailors received their early training at this bespoke Sartoria. Sartoria Partenopea, which was founded in 1994, was created by Angelo Blasi’s nephew, who is named after his uncle. The love for international style, elegance and perfection were embedded in the Blasi family. From its beginning, Sartoria Partenopea set out to create beautiful, handcrafted clothing for stylish, yet discreet gentlemen. Mauro Blasi is a third-generation Blasi who joined his father in the family business. Mauro, 33 years old, has brought a very youthful, modern and light expression to the garments. Today, Sartoria Partenopea garments have particular success with younger sartorial enthusiasts throughout the world and can be found in the finest men’s shops around the world.
• Inspired by volume and proportion rather than fashion trends, French designer Pierre Hardy is renowned for his sculptural shoes. After honing his skills at Christian Dior and Hermès, Hardy launched his own line in 1999, translating a unique modernist vision into exquisite boots, wedges and pumps.
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the guide Pic k it, Pa i r i t,
Knot i t, R o ck i t !
This season Seaward & Stearn brings us an assortment of vibrant narrow ties and accessories to spruce up any man’s outfit!
Na rrow ties are back an d b e t te r t h an eve r ! Pai red w it h a s u it fo r the office or a sp or t coat an d j e an s for a n i g h t o n t h e tow n , th e re ’s no better way to ad d a m od e r n tou ch to yo u r o u t f it . We a l l have been hearin g s o mu ch ab ou t s l i m m e r su it s , s p o r t co at s a nd pants; it ’s only n at u ral t i e s wou l d fol l ow t heir lea d . Ties at Boyds come in an ass or t me n t of s i ze s an d s h ap es : 9 c m , 8. 5 c m, 8 cm, 7.5 cm, and 7 cm. B oyd s of fe r s a var iet y o f n a r roww i dth ties for the co n te mp orar y man .
welcome to boyds! new designer alert
Launched in Spring 2007, Gianvito Rossi immediately established itself as a niche label with a sharp focus on beautiful, high-end footwear. Designed to exalt the woman rather than overwhelm her, the new, feminine silhouettes were in marked contrast to the heavy, aggressive shoes that dominated at the time. Gianvito Rossi shoes were sophisticated and refined and, most importantly, absolutely modern. The label ushered in a return to elegance, to sensuality and to timeless style tinged with coolness.
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The new vision struck like lightning and fashion influences and chic women everywhere became transfixed by the sophisticated designs that sizzled subtly with their sexiness. The brand was lauded by international press and buyers and became an archetype for the new emphasis on feminine footwear on single soles. Though minimal in their nature, Gianvito Rossi shoes are never simplistic. Every design possesses a precisely drawn twist (whether it is lattice details, cut-away vamps, extended backs) that renders the shoe an object of curiosity and intrigue. The designs are rigorously calibrated. The sharp, graphic quality is balanced with a feminine last; details are labored over, but never excessive; designs are pared down, but at the same time, they provoke.
it’s a big & tall world. Ope n ed in 196 5 on M ar ke t St re e t , B oyd s M e n ’s B ig & Ta ll S h o p has been known as on e of t h e cou n t r y’s to p c lo t h in g sh o ps catering to b i g an d t al l m e n f rom eve r y st ate. F ro m su i ts and sport coat s , to d re ss s h i r t s an d t i es , to c a s u a l c l o thi ng, Boyds Big & Tal l Sh op b r i n g s t h e b e st a ss o r t m en t o f c hoices for big an d t al l m e n . C u t te r & B u ck is o n e o f t h e pre mi er designers in ou r B i g & Tal l Sh op. F rom kn it s to s p o r t sh i rts , Cutter & Bu ck ’s s p r i n g col l e ct i on of fer s s ea m less tra nsi tions between wor k i n g d ays , b u sy we e ke nd s , p lay t im e a nd n ighttime.
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the guide s o p h i e h u l me
th e ‘it’ bag of the season
S o p h ie H u lme wa s b orn a nd ra is ed in N o r th Lond on, where she d is covered n o t onl y a p rofound a nd o n g o in g love for Arsena l footb a l l c lu b, b u t a lso d rawi ng , p a i nti ng a n d co llec t in g. “ I ’ ve a lways col l ec ted thi ng s that h ave g o n e on to i nf l uence my d es ig n s , s u c h a s g ol d a nti q ue charms, a c t i on man uni form s, a n t iq u e leat h er wri ti ng p ouc hes or o ld p la st ic toys. M y ob sessi on wi th co llec t in g b eg a n when my na n g ave m e a c h a r m b ra cel et a s a c hi l d a nd en co u ra g ed me to a d d to i t. I b eg a n to lo o k at t h ing s i n a new way a nd st a r ted to col l ec t ob j ec ts I found p lea s in g , w h e ther a estheti c a l l y or f u n c t io n a lly, or si m p l y b ec a use I fo u n d t h em f un.”
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S o p h ie’s love of a rt a nd d esi g n l ed h er to Kin g sto n Uni versi ty to stud y fa s h io n , w h ere she went on to wi n “ St u d en t o f the Yea r ” a nd “ Best Co llec t io n ” before g ra d uati ng i n 20 07.
Fo llow in g u n ani m ous a cc l a i m for h er f in a l co ll ec ti on, Sop hi e went o n to st a r t h e r ep ony m ous Bri ti sh a cce ssories brand. H e r b e au t i f u l acce ss or i e s are s o ld g lo b a lly a n d a re kn ow n fo r t h eir c lea n a n d s o p h isti c ated d esi g ns, g ol d h a rdware and surpri s i n g p l ayf u l d e t ai l s . Sh e st i ll d raws in s p irat io n f ro m h er n ow ex ten s ive co llec t io n s of whi m si c a l ob j ec ts, a nd e ach season she cre ate s a ch ar m to p rou d ly h a n g f ro m t h e s ig n at u re g o ld - p lated h a rd wa re o n h e r ha nd b a g s. Sophie has since gone on to win the highly prestigious British Fashion Award for Emerging Talent in Accessories in 2012, and her line is stocked at select prestige retailers worldwide, including Boyds.
all about the groom
off the cuff Fo r more than two d e cad e s , B aad e II h as c ra f ted a s mall, very excl u s i ve col l e ct i on of m e n ’s p er s o n a l j ewelry. First est ab l i s h e d i n 19 8 8 , B aad e II rem a in s a fa m ily- owned art i s an b u s i n e ss , s p e ci al i z i n g in v it reo u s e n ameled sterling s i l ve r cu f f l i n k s , al l m ad e in A m er ic a .
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Wedding season is all about the bride, but not at Boyds! Our special occasion shop is all about the groom, carrying the most sought-after selection of tuxedos, special occasion clothing and accessories, such as Brioni, Canali, Armani, Trussini and Ermenegildo Zegna, just to name a few. We will have the groom and his groomsmen dressed to the nines for the big day!
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the guide
an evening of
st y l e & g r a ce An Evening of Style & Grace (hosted by Kenneth and Faatimah Gamble) took place on Wednesday, December 3, 2014 at the University of the Arts. Boyds is proud to have partnered with the Gambles for this event, showcasing a selection of menswear during the evening’s fashion show. All proceeds from the fashion show benefit the “Pearls of Wisdom” and “From Boys to Men” Character Building and Social Etiquette Program. From Boys to Men & Pearls of Wisdom Programs The signature programs, “From Boys to Men” & “Pearls of Wisdom,” are unique out-of-school leadership, life-skills and self-esteem development programs for adolescent males and females. What began more than 25 years ago as an etiquette course focusing on refinement and social protocol has since expanded to include health education, leadership and life-skills training. The goal is to prepare these scholars for success in college, career and citizenship.
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f r at e l l i r o sse t t i Fratelli Rossetti was founded in 1953 by visionary Renzo Rossetti in Parabiago, on the outskirts of Milan. More than 60 years later, Rossetti remains one of the few family-owned shoe businesses in Italy. With its second generation of family at the helm, brothers Diego, Luca and Dario carry on the tradition to make every Fratelli Rossetti shoe a masterpiece of fine craftsmanship and timeless elegance.
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the guide “ TH E Y THOUGHT I W A S A S URR E A LI S T , BUT I W A S N ’ T . I N E V E R P A INT E D DR E A M S . i P A INT E D M Y OWN R E A LITY . ”
Frida Kahlo B ot h h er ow n rea lit y a n d t h e rem a r ka b le v is io n s o f M ex ico ’s g reatest fem a le p a in ter p er m eate t h e M M iss o n i co llec t io n fo r S p r in g /S u m m er 201 5 . P r i m ar ily h er v is io n s , a lo n g wi t h a fe el fo r t h e a m a z in g ly r i ch a n d v ib ra n t s o u l o f t h e ar t ist ’s h o m ela n d , a ll in a ke e n in ter p ret at io n ( n o p e n ch an t fo r fo lklo re) , m a ke t h e m o st o f t h e b ra n d ’s p eer less ex p er t is e a n d s i g n at u re st y le to a ccen t u ate t h e p red o m in a n t s en s at io n o f lig h t n ess .
r e d efine the c l a s s ics. Celebrating their 10t h an n i ve r s ar y, P sych o Bunny is known for cre at i n g t i me l e ss wardrobe essent i al s t h at cou p l e re f i n e d English tailoring wi t h b ol d A m e r i can design. They ma ke t h e key p i e ce s of your wardrobe exce p t i on al by focu s i n g o n only the finest mate r i al s , m e t i cu l ou s design and supe r i or craf t s m an s h i p. Psycho Bunny re d e f i n e s t h e cl ass i cs wi t h i n imitable wit and p e e r l e ss q u al i t y, g i vi n g tradition an upd ate d e d g e an d p ass i on ate sty le. When peop l e as k you wh at P sych o Bunny means, yo u mi g h t te l l t h e m t h at wearing Psycho B u n ny’s u n match e d quality has inspi re d you to s e arch for t h e exceedingly uniq u e i n you r own l i fe.
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TREND ALERT!
M ADRA S p l a i d s I t ’s t h e s ea s o n o f p la id ! Com forta b l e a nd c la ss ic , M a d ra s p la id s a re at the top of our list t h is S p r in g . M a d ra s i s a l i g htwei g ht co t to n fa b r ic p er fec t for thi s sea son. Ava ila b le in s h ir t s , t ro u sers a nd shorts wi th to u c h es o f o ra n g e, s o f t b l ues a nd g reen, Ma d ra s p la id s a re a n excel l ent way to b r ig h ten u p yo u r wa rd rob e!
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1. Mackage jersey jacket with mesh sleeves, $455; 2. Etro large paisley pattern wrap scar f, $325; 3. Max Mara cornflower blue leather handbag, $1395; 4. Vince soft grey ‘Pin Tuck’ jogger, $295; 5. MSGM geometric face print dress; 6. Giambattista Valli embroidered lips sleeveless top, $895; 7. Gucci wayfarer sunglasses, $295; 8. Aquazzura hot pink ‘Collette’ suede ankle-tie sandal.
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1. Les Copains large floral print dress; 2. Giambattista Valli embroidered floral dress, $2595; 3. ISSA abstract floral fit and flare dress, $695; 4. Alexander McQueen floral jacquard bodycon dress, $1495; 5. Peter Pilotto printed layered shift dress, $1495; 6. Alexander McQueen ‘De Manta’ floral neoprene clutch, $495; 7. ISSA jacquard drop-waist dress, $695; 8. Manolo Blahnik ‘Carolyne’ coral floral satin pump; 9. Etro metallic thread bohemian floral scar f, $325; 10. Nigel Preston & Knight floral vegan leather jacket, $1795.
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(counterclockwise from top left) Alexander McQueen plaid sheath dress with floral detail, $1795; Manolo Blahnik ‘Chaos’ black patent sandal, $695; Elena Ghisellini ‘Estis’ large black tote, $1095; Les Copains black fit and flare dress; Jimmy Choo ‘Grove’ snake embossed flats, $595; J Brand ‘Mariah’ high-rise skinny jeans, $185; Alexander McQueen ‘Padlock’ small leather shoulder bag, $1295; Vince side zip crew neck sweater, $325; Salvatore Ferragamo ‘Varina Lace’ flats, $550; L’Agence graph-print pleated dress, $550; Sarah Pacini black and white abstract print top; Alexander McQueen leather zip-around wallet, $495; Dorothee Schumacher marble print dress with embellished neckline, $495; Manolo Blahnik ‘Carolyne’ leather and mesh sling-back; Joie long-sleeve porcelain blouse with beaded neckline, $295; ISSA floral printed jersey dress, $595; Nina Ricci large ‘Thais’ tote, $1695; Persol sunglasses, $309.
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life in style
g a d g ets & g e a r W h oe v e r said. . . rejuvenation station The Productivity Boosting Nap Pod by MetroNaps, $16,000, is the ultimate venue for power napping. It boasts optimal ergonomics with a contoured, cushioned bed, a built-in timer and soothing ambient rhythms from a Bose speaker.
watch while you wash Transform your bathroom into a luxury spa with the Northstar Waterproof TV from Electric Mirror, $1,400. It features a stainless frame and waterproof speakers, and its sleek profile mounts flush with the wall, providing a five-star viewing experience. (“What’s taking so long in there?”)
best espresso, bar none The Speedster by Kees van der Westen is ideal for the espresso-obsessed. Made in Holland and engineered with single and double spouts and a heavy mirror polish, it will make your espresso taste almost as good as you look while making it. $11,000.
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m a d e - to - me a s u r e : The A r t o f Per s o nal E l eg a n c e The biggest trend in menswear is the rise of Made-to-Measure—having tailored clothing made for you as opposed to buying it off the rack. We chatted with Alex Gushner, great-grandson of Boyds’ founder and the store’s new Made-to-Measure Manager, about the phenomenon. Alex, why has Made-to-Measure become so popular? It ’s mostly about choice and self-expression. Instead of choosing just from what’s on the rack in your size, you have a truly massive selection of fabrics. You can have any material, weight, color and pattern. You can further personalize your garment with a funky lining, choice of buttons and so forth. With Made-to-Measure, you really become part of the design process. Describe the Boyds approach to Made-to-Measure. Because so many of the designers we represent are Italian, we call our program Boyds Su Misura—the Italian term for Made-to-Measure. But in fact, nearly every tailored clothing designer at Boyds, Italian or not, offers Made-to-Measure options. Step one is to determine which brand best suits the client. That sounds easy. If I like the Canali suits I buy off the rack at Boyds, I’m going to be happy having Canali tailor my Made-to-Measure suits. What comes next? Next comes the fitting. This is done by a specialist, who takes a great many measurements by hand. It ’s part science and part art, in that his trained eye will see and correct for idiosyncrasies and postural imperfections. And after the fitting, I gather, comes the fun of selecting fabric, lining, buttons and so forth. Do some customers find all that choice intimidating? Not at all, with the assistance of one of our specialists. He’ll guide you through the choices and make recommendations, just as when you’re selecting off the rack. Once all of my measurements and preferences are sent to Milan, Naples or wherever, how long do I need to wait for my clothing? Turnaround varies by designer, but in almost all cases, we achieve delivery in four to six weeks. We then ask you to try on your new clothing so, if needed, we can ultra-fine-tune the fit. Is it true that once you try Made-to-Measure, you never go back to off the rack? No, it ’s not true! Most of our Made-to-Measure clients continue to buy some of their clothing off the rack because, as you know, we’re famous for achieving superior fit through in-store tailoring. For wardrobe basics, buying off the rack at Boyds makes perfect sense. And when you want to express individuality and make a garment uniquely your own, that ’s when you turn to Made-to-Measure.
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M A K I N G WAV E S TH E 747 mir age day cr uiser plies the waters in pee rless luxu ry. Wr i t ten by: Lee Lusardi Connor
Small, landlocke d Au st r i a seems an unlikel y place of origin for the world’s most l uxurious day c ruiser. But the F rauscher family o f that country’s Lake Traunsee h as been buildin g boats since 1927, keeping abreast o f—and breakin g n ew ground i n—nautical technology with every generatio n . A nd the team at Frauscher Boats well knows that the nautical l i fe is about far more than techn i cal specifications. That ’s why they cal l themselves “eng i n e e r s of e motion.” Which brings us to F rauscher ’s newe st l u x u r y day cruiser, the 747 M i rag e, w hich has indee d b e e n k n own to inspire stron g e m ot i on s — think awe, joy a n d ye s , l u st — i n the boating set. Th e n ame con j u re s u p the power of ai rcraf t ( D ass au l t Aviation’s Mirag e f i g h te r j e t s , B oe i n g ’s 747 jumbo jet), an d t h e e n g i n e st r i ve s to live up to the n ome n cl at u re wi t h a performance ra n g e f rom 2 2 0 h p to 43 0 h p, w ith a possible top s p e e d of 56 k n ot s . When it comes to d e s i g n fe at u re s , t h ou g h , t h e i nspiration is pure race car. Th e s l e e k ex te r io r makes use of al l t h at i s cu r re n t l y k n own ab o u t surface and prop or t i on i n hyd rod yn am i cs , w it h a Z-shaped split li n e, e l on g ate d wate r l i n e s an d a low
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j enn i f e r l a w r ence Gi fted wi t h l ooks , tal ent , ambi t i on and a knock- ’em- dead fas hi on s ens e, s he’s a girl on f ire. Writ ten by: Mimi Smit h Uncensored, unguarded and unapologetically quirky, Hollywood’s new “It Girl” is taking the town, and the world of fashion, by storm. With a wisdom that far exceeds her age, Jennifer Lawrence is fiercely intelligent, incredibly charming and on her way— in six-inch Dior heels, of course—to becoming a cinematic great at the age of 24. As a horse-loving 14-year-old in her native Louisville, “J-Law” decided she’d be an actress. She finished high school two years early with near-perfect grades and moved with her family first to New York, then to L.A. in pursuit of gigs, snagging a role on TBS’ The Bill Engvall Show in 2007. Losing out to Kristen Stewart for the part of Bella in Twilight made her available for her breakthrough performance: as dirt-poor Ozark teen Ree Dolly, who hunts her drug-dealing dad in the 2010 indie film Winter ’s Bone . But she almost didn’t get that role either—she was too pretty. Lawrence’s solution? Hopping a red-eye to pursue producers at a New York casting session and show them her gritty potential. “Not brushing my hair or washing my face did the trick,” she told People . The result was her first Oscar nomination. When she does clean up, though, this girl cleans up real good. Appearing at the 2011 Academy Awards in a scarlet Calvin Klein Collection dress, she stole the show. She consistently tops best-dressed lists and in 2012 inspired cult envy as the new face of Dior. By then, of course, stardom had come calling. Lawrence played Katniss Everdeen, the arrow-toting heroine in The Hunger Games film series. The insane commercial success of the first film—it’s one of the highest-grossing movies of all time—solidified Lawrence’s bankability. It also brought a legion of naysayers to their knees: She proved a woman can carry a billion-dollar Hollywood action franchise. Despite becoming a paparazzi favorite and the subject of relentless gossip in recent years, Lawrence has avoided the usual pitfalls of a Hollywood ingénue. She exudes a grounded authenticity and has an endearing, self-effacing humor that shines through whether she is rocking Alexander Wang or covered in blue paint for a role. Whatever she is doing seems to be working: At 23, Lawrence became the youngest actress to have been nominated for three Academy Awards, two of them for lead roles. Her emotionally raw performance in the 2012 film Silver Linings Playbook brought her the Oscar for Best Actress, but it was her tumble in a strapless Dior Haute Couture gown on the way up to the podium to accept her award that won her America’s heart. Lawrence received a third Oscar nod for her poignant portrayal of a manic-depressive, leopard-print-jumpsuit-wearing Long Island housewife in American Hustle . Not one to be pigeonholed, she followed the role up by playing a shape-shifting blue villain in the blockbuster X-Men . It takes years to become an enduring legened like Garbo or one of the Hepburns, but Lawrence is already aimed that high and appears to be in no danger of peaking. Whether gracing the cover of Vogue in a Dolce & Gabbana gown or casually cool in distressed jeans and snakeskin espadrilles, she is a force to be reckoned with. Not bad for a girl who grew up hanging out on a horse farm in Kentucky.
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Giambattista Valli pleated poplin top, $795; Dorothee Schumacher ‘Audrey’ rose tan pant, $455.
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John Varvatos peak lapel sport coat, $1195; J Brand ‘Kane’ straight fit jeans, $210; Patrick Assaraff v-neck t-shirt, $65.
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Giambattista Valli floral jacquard structured jacket, $2495; 3x1 high-rise channel seam skinny jean No. 3, $235; Aquazzura ‘Sexy Thing’ Bootie, $495; Nina Ricci ‘Le Marche’ tri-tone mini leather tote, $1695; Majestic long sleeve top, $115.
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Belstaff ‘Phoenix’ lightweight moto jacket, $795; ‘Celina’ stripe sweater, $395; cropped moto jeans, $295; Alexander McQueen ‘De Manta’ clutch, $695.
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(her) Dorothee Schumacher ‘Sensitivity’ sleeveless sage sheath dress, $495; Proenza Schouler pebbled leather backpack, $1595; Coclico ‘Kerel’ wedge sandal, $385. (him) Boglioli cotton and linen blend blazer, $1495; Paul Smith tailored fit palm print shirt, $195; Rag & Bone ribbed sweater, $255; John Varvatos pin-stripe slim fit trousers, $455; To Boot New York ‘Farley’ brown leather sneaker, $355.
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Van Laack utility jacket, $565; Etro check sport shirt, $325; J Brand ‘Tyler’ slim fit jeans, $255.
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(her) Nigel Preston & Knight marbled jacket, $1495; 3x1 ‘Shell Shredder’crop skinny jean, $245; Coclico ‘Jojo’ wedge sandal, $465; Elena Ghisellini ‘Pochette Fatale’ medium clutch, $795. (him) Belstaff lightweight zip-up sweater, $495; washed moto jean, $455; John Varvatos antique printed flag scar f, $295.
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G reat w i n e can take deca des to reach i ts f ul l p ot e n t i a l , a n d e v e n long e r to be f u l ly u n de r sto o d. Take t he p ubl i c m i s p e r ce p t i o n s sur ro un d i n g R i es l i n g. Fo r g ener at i o n s , t h e Ge r man - b o r n var ieta l ra n up aga i n st a n a r r ow imag e of i tse l f, es p ec i a l ly i n t h i s count ry, whe re i t was s u b j ec t e d to th e so rt o f t yp ecast i n g n o r mal ly r eserv e d for H o l lywo o d. Never mind that connoisseurs knew it for its dramatic range, capable of endearing sweetness but also of bone-dry sophistication. In the mainstream market, Riesling was recognized largely for its syrupy parts in cloying productions like Blue Nun. “It just sort of fell into that place in people’s minds,” says Janie Brooks Heuck, general manager of Brooks Winery in Amity, Oregon. “It was the sweet dessert wine you had with cheese or chocolate. It’s been a really tough reputation to shake.” Heuck has spent much of the past decade helping Riesling wriggle from that pigeonhole. The winery she runs sits in the heart of the Willamette Valley, where Riesling was first planted in the 1960s but has only more recently come into its own. Credit for its emergence goes in part to Heuck’s late brother, Jimi, who launched Brooks Winery in 1998. Around that time, many Oregon growers were busy tearing up their Riesling vines and replacing them with more lucrative varietals such as Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir. A passionate vintner who’d spent six years in Europe enjoying Rieslings of myriad styles, Jimi was more bullish on the grape. He implored local growers to preserve their plantings, promising, in turn, that he would buy their fruit. The wines he wound up making helped reveal Riesling as anything but a one-trick pony—indeed, they strike nearly every note on the dry-to-dulcet scale. When Jimi died unexpectedly in 2004, Janie stepped in to run the operation, maintaining the winery’s varietal focus even as she expanded its portfolio. Brooks today produces 12 styles of Riesling that showcase the grape in all its glory. Like her brother, Heuck likes her Rieslings lean and clean, so that even Brooks wines with high residual sugar showcase a subtle tension, their sweetness held in check to create a light, refreshing finish.
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“I can’t tell you how many times someone will come by the tasting room and tell me that they don’t like Riesling because it’s too sweet,” Heuck says. “Then I pour them one of ours and watch their eyes go wide.” As much as any varietal, Riesling expresses a sense of place. And there are few better backdrops for it than the Willamette Valley, where the cool climate and mineral-rich soil help coax out the bright and complex characteristics of a naturally high-acid grape. Similar traits can be found in wines from other Riesling hotbeds around this country. To sample vintages from, say, Chateau Ste. Michelle outside Seattle or Red Newt Cellars in New York’s Finger Lakes region is to taste a wine that gives the lie to mawkish stereotypes. To Janie Heuck, it seemed the sticky image would never die. But in recent years, an increasingly educated winedrinking public has embraced the varietal for all that it can be, as evidenced by Riesling’s growing presence on restaurant wine lists and market shelves. It was a long time coming. But Heuck knew that the tipping point approached as far back as the fall of 2009, when a sommelier rang her from Washington, D.C., requesting a shipment of her finest white. The party turned out to be the Obama Administration’s first state dinner at the White House, where Brooks’ 2006 Ara Riesling was served during the second course, paired with red lentil soup. As news of the dinner broke, Heuck’s phone started ringing off the hook. The 2006 vintage sold out within days, along with half of the 2007, a choice that proved popular on both sides of the political aisle. “It was interesting,” Heuck says. “Half of the people who contacted us said, ‘If the wine’s good enough for him, it’s good enough for us.’ And the other half said, ‘I’m only buying this because I know it’s the only good decision he’s ever going to make.’”
The sun rises at Brooks Winery in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, where the cool climate and mineral-rich soil go into the making of vibrant Rieslings that defy the stereotypes.
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e l ect r i c a ven u e The high-performance R e n o v o C o u pe hits the street with a classic design and zero-emissions technology. Writ ten by: Luca Sumberac What would happen if a Silicon Valley start-up took the latest electric vehicle technology and paired it with a legendary American sports car? We’d get the Renovo Coupe, a reimagined classic set to revolutionize the way we see electric cars. Renovo’s Christopher Heiser and Jason Stinson have delivered something truly remarkable: a retro-futuristic supercar that can satisfy the sophisticated...
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This sexy two-door commands attention. It’s menacing yet elegant and has the power to back up those iconic curves.
(this page) The Renovo Coupe gets its gorgeous looks from the Shelby Dayona CSX9000, a reworking of the 1964 Shelby Daytona Coupe designed to compete in the World Sportscar Championship. Opposite, from top, the sports car is an intriguing mix of old and new—LED headlights in classic perspex covers, high-voltage lithium ion battery packs that can be “fast-charged” in just 30 minutes, custom three-piece multispoke HRE wheels.
tastes of classic car enthusiasts while delivering the highperformance driving experience sports car fans crave. Let’s make this clear: This is not your in-law’s Leaf. This is a sexy two-door that commands attention. It’s menacing yet elegant and has the power plant to back up those iconic curves. And iconic they are. That’s because the team at Renovo looked to the past for their inspiration, choosing from among the notable army of American classics to derive its gorgeous looks from the Shelby Daytona CSX9000, a reworking of the 1964 Shelby Daytona Coupe designed to compete in the World Sportscar Championship. To ensure that the classic chassis would live up to its reputation, the folks at Renovo went right to the source—designer Peter Brock, creator of the original Daytona Coupe. Brock helped the team redesign and modify the car to withstand the new power train and to make sure it would garner double-takes galore. Job well done: Combining retro and modern lines, the latest Shelby is something you’d imagine seeing in a ’60s-era
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futuristic comic book, the body making a perfect companion for the twin sequential electric motors that will likely propel this baby into the automotive history books. OK, so we know the Renovo looks good, but can it hammer the pavement? Make that a resounding yes. Modern performance cues have been granted courtesy of custom three-piece multispoke HRE wheels and big Brembo brakes set to tame the beast within. The electric motors put out 500 hp and a blistering 1,000 ft.-lbs. of torque—and boy oh boy, does this coupe roar to life! There is absolutely no lag when you mash the pedal; the power comes on immediately. With a 0–60 time that clocks in at just under 3.4 seconds, it’s fast! For reference, that time is faster than a 2015 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS, a perennial supercar contender. To help increase overall performance, the Renovo engineers devised new lightweight lithium ion batteries that help put the car ’s curb weight at 3,250 lbs. That’s lighter than the Nissan GTR and Lamborghini Aventador, an amazing feat for
an electric vehicle. While the Renovo Coupe is a zero-emissions electric car, its true habitat is the track, and the 100mile fully charged range reflects that. A standard EV power source will charge the Renovo’s three battery packs in five hours, but owners will be able to use a second “fast-charging” port capable of charging the batteries to 80 percent within 30 minutes. The interior stays true to the racing heritage of its Shelby predecessor. Sleek, simple and intuitive, it’s been brought up to today’s standards with all new analog gauges (backlit in blue), a row of metal toggle switches and an Audi R8 shifter. Meanwhile, leather raceinspired seats and dash layout make the driver feel supported and confident whether zooming on straightaways or tackling curves. The bottom line: The Renovo Coupe has all the markings of a true supercar: It’s exclusive, it’s beautiful and it’s powerful. Perhaps most impressive, it makes you forget it’s electric. If you’re looking to own one, stay on your toes. It will be available in limited quantities starting in 2015, and the expected $529,000 price tag will ensure its exclusivity. If you like, you can place your order now on RenovoMotors.com. Of course if you can’t snag one to add to your car collection, you can always hope to spy one during your morning commute or on a family road trip—its mere sighting will get your heart racing.
The renovo cou p e at a g l a n c e Base price $529,000
Chassis Genuine, factory-modified Shelby American CSX9000
Wei ght 3,250 lbs.
Dri ve rear-wheel
Engine twin sequential axial-flux electric motors
Ge arb ox single-gear direct drive
Suspension 4 wheel independent with unequal length A arms
Out put 500 hp, 1,000 lb.-ft. torque
Top speed 120 mph 0 to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds
We i ght to power ratio: 6.5 lbs./HP
Cl osest competitors: Lightning GT, Mercedes-Benz SLS Electric Drive, Tesla Roadster
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L’Agence deep v-neck chiffon gown, $750; Giorgio Armani snake embossed and PVC cutout pumps, $695.
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Fausto Puglisi geometric silk print blouse; Dorothee Schumacher ‘Luxe Dorothee Pants’ viscose crepe pant, $495; Giorgio Armani suede cage sandal with PVC trim, $895; Alexander McQueen ‘Legend’ leather tote bag, $1195.
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Philip Leslie Hale, The Crimson Rambler, c. 1908, Oil on canvas, Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Leading support from the Mr. & Mrs. Raymond J. Horowitz Foundation for the Arts, Inc and the Richard C. von Hess Foundation. The Major Exhibition Sponsors are Bill and Laura Buck, and Christie’s. Additional support from Bowman Properties, Ltd., the Burpee Foundation, Edward and Wendy Harvey, Mr. and Mrs. Washburn S. Oberwager, Pennsylvania Trust, Alan P. Slack, Martin Stogniew, in memory of Judy Stogniew, a lover of art and gardening, the Victory Foundation, Ken Woodcock, and the Wyeth Foundation for American Art.
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Brioni Made-to-Measure Gaetano grey suit, $5995; teal check dress shirt, $575; teal woven tie, $230; Salvatore Ferragamo ‘Fedele’ classic lace-up dress shoe, $680.
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Strong Suit ‘Dino’ linen suit, $595; Etro brown/blue plaid sport shirt, $325; Altea geometric print pocket square, $50; To Boot New York ‘Richards’ monk strap dress shoe, $395.
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trussini summer weight cashmere sport coat, $1895; Isaia multi-stripe dress shirt, $425; Vigano tan trousers, $325; Altea linen pocket square, $50; Raffi navy v-neck sweater, $175.
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tod’s washed-out wingtip leather lace-up in brown & blue, $595; ‘Derby’ plain toe black leather lace-up, $495.
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ba rba dos B u ilt o n an o ld sugarca ne plantation, the island’ s most sur p r ising course is a swee t se nsation. Writ ten by: Michael Hiller If you know Barbados as rum’s birthplace, amen. But if you think it ’s all about the island’s exclusive Sandy Lane resort (site of Tiger Woods’ ill-fated 2004 wedding) and its Tom Fazio-designed Green Monkey course, think again. Golf Digest says the true gem among the eight golf courses on this avocado-shaped Caribbean island roughly the size of New Orleans is the course at Royal Westmoreland Golf and Country Club. And magazines, you know, sometimes get it right. (continued)
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The sweeping contours of the Royal Westmoreland Golf Course in sunny Barbados beckon the golfer in search of a challenge. Here we see hole No. 10 and the approaching fairway. previous page: The 17th green and fairway at the Royal Westmoreland with a backdrop of the blue Atlantic.
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Noted golf course architect Robert Trent Jones Jr. designed the 18 holes at Royal Westmoreland, which opened for play in 1994. He draped the 7,045-yard, par 72 course over an old sugarcane plantation pockmarked with abandoned limestone quarries. Jones likes to boast that pro golfer and Masters champion Ian Woosnam, who owns a home nearby, says Royal Westmoreland’s par-3s are some of the best he’s ever played. Once you conquer them, it’s easy to understand why. Each requires sailing the ball over water, gullies, bunkers or a nasty combination. Royal Westmoreland unspools over hills and ridges, dipping into deep limestone creases, curving around tangles of jungle and playing peekaboo with the sea. It’s as if Jones didn’t plot a route, but simply intuited one. Along the way, he mixes in some classic design elements—the par-3 No. 3, for example, is a Redan hole, where the raised green slopes downward and away— and includes plenty of risk-versus-reward drama. On the par-4 sixth hole, I discovered, your tee ball has to clear a ravine, then the next shot must thread a narrow chute defined on one side by a coral wall. If you happen to clip an edge of the coral, there’s no predicting where your ball will ricochet. Jones lets you catch your breath on No. 13, a monster 595-yard par-5 he aligned to catch the prevailing wind. A well-placed drive can sail to within striking distance of an eagle. If the tricky green, the ocean view and the estate homes don’t distract you, then the golf course’s troop of native green monkeys surely will.
ROYAL WESTMORELAND GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB St. James, Barbados, West Indies www.royalwestmoreland.com ROYAL WESTMORELAND GOLF COURSE Architect: Robert Trent Jones Jr., 1994 Yardage: 7,045 Par: 72 GETTING THERE The resort is 13 miles from Grantley Adams International Airport; several major U.S. carriers offer direct or connecting flights. RATES Green fees: $350 BBD to $500 BBD
Speaking of distractions, your off-the-course hours here promise to be equally delightful. True, not all of Barbados is as tony as the expensive red-tiled homes and gated subdivisions you’ll see near Royal Westmoreland. But there’s an undeniable charm to simple island life here. And it’s easy to embrace once you’re beyond the cacophony of auto dealerships, dingy gas stations and low-slung commercial buildings that front the main highway. Live large by living like a Bajan—that is, a Barbados resident. Hop on a bus, which will take you nearly anywhere for less than a dollar. Spend a weekend night dining beachside in the fishing town of Oistins, where you’ll revel in fresh-grilled fresh fish, cold Banks beer and lobsters as big as your arm. Tour at least one of the island’s three rum distilleries, then stick around for free samples and some terrific rum punch. Rum has been distilled on Barbados for 300 years. It’s the lifeblood of the Caribbean (the island is considered part of that region though technically it’s in the Atlantic) and there’s no sign that’s going to end any time soon— even if some of the younger crowd prefers beer. That’s something I learned over a pickup game of dominoes at one of the hundreds of rum shops on the island, the local gathering spots where Bajans pass the time and catch up on the gossip. Anywhere you stop in Barbados, there’s always room at the table. By evening, pull up a chair. Tomorrow promises to be another splendid day on the course.
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Rugge d Icela n d is a bi t l i ke t he moon, but fr i e ndlie r, coz ier. . . a n d a l ot more conveni ent . Wr i tte n by: Eve ret t Pot ter Nothing can really prepare you for your first glimpse of Iceland. I vividly recall my initial trip to this rugged island in the North Atlantic, starting with my arrival at Keflavik, the international airport that lies outside of the capital city, Reykjavik. As the plane landed, all I could see was a seemingly endless expanse of jagged black lava rocks surrounding the airstrip, a landscape utterly jarring and truly foreign. Had we gone off course and landed on the Sea of Tranquility? c o nt inu e d. . .
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A “lunar’ Icelandic landscape is touched with special magnificence by aurora borealis, the Northern Lights. (left) The Goðafoss waterfall in north central Iceland—it is said that when Christianity was declared the country’s official religion in 999 or 1000, the statues of Norse gods were thrown into this waterfall.
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Reykjavik’s soaring Church of Hallgrimur the tallest church in Iceland, evokes the feel of basalt lava flows and boasts an organ with 5,275 pipes. (right) The hotel’s 10-meter pool offers a warm outdoor immersion.
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Rest assured, it got even stranger and more dramatic—but also profoundly and sublimely beautiful—in the days to come and on repeat visits. I’ve spent blissful days in the endless sunshine of Reykjavik, a city of 120,000 that appears to have been assembled from colored Lego blocks, and fun nights there too—it’s known for its all-night party scene. There are art museums, a Viking Village with special themed architecture, and year-round music festivals in this compact city, where everybody seems to speak perfect English. It is a great walking town, filled with shops and boutiques, a place that prides itself on local designers of clothes and jewelry along streets such as Bankastraeti, Laugavegur and Skolavordustigur. Walk along the waterfront and up to the extraordinary Church of Hallgrímur with its 244-foot steeple, the city’s tallest building, for a bird’s-eye view. Venture slightly out of town to the Blue Lagoon, a mineral-rich geothermal spa set in a lava field, and soak in the deep blue waters, which are said to be therapeutic. Dine at Fish Market, which I think of as Reykjavik’s classiest restaurant, and then, if you’ve got stamina, hit the club scene at places like Kaffibarinn that can crank until dawn. Iceland is the world’s eighth-largest island, with 3,100 miles of jagged coastline and fjords. Its settlements date back to the ninth century A.D. when Norwegian chieftain Ingólfur Arnarson came ashore in his longboat. I’ve toured the country in four-wheel drive vehicles along the Golden Circle drive, a 300kilometer loop from Reykjavik into cen-
tral Iceland and back that is a great way to get a true taste of the country. The terrain can be wild and stark, a wonderland of hot springs and geysers, with steam drifting over rocky ground. My coastal drive brought me past endless rifts of snow-covered mountains and alongside deep fjords lapped by the sea. In my visits over the years I’ve spent days riding Icelandic horses—not ponies, as they’re erroneously called—participating in the great rettir , when wild horses and flocks of sheep are brought down from the high mountains. And I’ve found the people a delight. Spend a day or two outdoors with Icelanders, who are notably direct and friendly, and Iceland will confound your preconceptions of “northern” reserve. If they offer you a taste of Brennivín, the local cumin- and caraway-flavored take on the colorless whiskey Americans call white lightning, you’ve been truly welcomed. If you time your visit to the colder months, you stand a great chance of seeing the aurora borealis, the Northern Lights, which to me look like shimmering multicolored harp strings rippling across the sky. That said, I prefer summer days, when daylight lingers nearly ’round the clock. They’re perfect for hiking or salmon fishing in wild rivers. Stopping for the night in even the most humble settlement, I could count on finding a very civilized public sauna and steam bath, fueled by the underground activity that makes Iceland a geothermal paradise and one of the most changeable places on the planet. From the air it can be just as dramatic. On a flight from Geneva a few years
back, I peered out the window at the Eyjafjallajökull volcano, the smoldering giant that had impaired North Atlantic air traffic for a few weeks in 2010. It was a reminder that volcanoes are at the heart of this remarkable country—you’ve had a visual sample if you’ve seen the Icelandic location in HBO’s Game of Thrones or Ben Stiller ’s The Secret Life of Walter Mitty . Set out on the Golden Circle and about an hour from Reykjavik is Thingvellir National Park, a historic rift valley where the Icelandic parliament first convened in 930 A.D. A stone’s throw away is the new Ion Luxury Adventure Hotel, which celebrates and embraces Icelandic natural beauty and ruggedness like no other property. It ’s situated on the slopes of Mt. Hengill and surrounded by natural hot springs, and it offers up a dramatic view of Lake Thingvallavatn and the surrounding mountains. co n t i n ue d . . .
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One of Iceland’s top attractions, the man-made Blue Lagoon was formed over a natural geothermal spring whose warm, mineral-rich water is said to be therapeutic for those with psoriasis
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Designed to fit into the landscape and built of green and sustainable materials, the Ion is striking, with a minimalist exterior of glass panels and concrete walls and pillars. Inside, the architects have taken those same simple materials and added some sharply contrasting ones. A concrete wall is juxtaposed with a stark white downy comforter on a deeply relaxing king-size bed, while the artwork can be a massive blackand-white photographic mural of an Icelandic horse’s head. Thanks to the oversized windows, it ’s easy to contrast this snug comfort with views of windblown grass and mountains that seem to go on unimpeded for a hundred miles. There are walk-in rain showers, and everywhere you look the focus is on celebrating a sense of place. That means the organic toiletries, art and background music are Icelandic, and so are the craft beers. I like the small touches within as well, such as the use of driftwood and lava to further connect you to the environment. Dining at the Ion is in the Silfra restaurant, which showcases local ingredients, especially Iceland’s famed lamb,
arctic char and abundant shellfish, along with Icelandic cheeses and homemade breads. The architects arranged the property for viewing the spectacle in the sky from the hotel’s Northern Lights bar, an open room with sofas, cushions and candles. If weather allows, there’s also an open deck as well as a long hot tub below the hotel that is supplied from the nearby geothermal plant. And when you’re sated with comfort and seek adventure instead? Not far from the entrance you’ll find a network of well-marked hiking trails that have been color-coded by difficulty. Thingvellir National Park is 10 minutes away. And the Ion leases a section of lakefront for catch-and-release fly fishing for trout. There’s a rich menu of day trips in which you can visit hot-spring lagoons, see active volcanic areas, walk to waterfalls or even go river rafting or on an off-road jeep tour. One of the biggest attractions of all is Lake Pingvallavatn, just 10 minutes away. This is where Eurasia collides with North America. The tectonic plates that mark the edges of these continents come close to each other and beckon divers from all around the world to swim
in crystal clear waters. But for me, the quintessential Icelandic activity takes place on horseback. The Icelandic horse possesses a rare fifth gait known as a tolt, a powerful clipclop pace that is ideal for rough ground and surprisingly comfortable for occasional riders. At the Ion, there’s a threehour tour to the Öflus area in southern Iceland. If you’re a bit more confident in the saddle, take the longer ride as I did, a seven-hour trip to the Reykjadalur Valley, where you have chance to dismount and loll about in hot springs. The Ion was a great base for exploring the Golden Circle, cocooning and contemplating the Icelandic landscape—and for a spa treatment and a hot spring soak. Oh, and when was the last time that you stayed at a hotel that would ring your room—upon request of course—to announce the appearance of the Northern Lights? (clockwise from top left) Clean-lined design marks a bedroom at the Ion Luxury Adventure Hotel—along with arresting Icelandic art; a bather plies the Blue Lagoon; glimpsed at evening, the Ion’s concrete facade reflects its futuristic spirit.
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