S/Style & Fashion Fall 2014

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CHASTAIN an unstoppable force

FALL’S FINEST HAUTE COUTURE

REFINED LIVING

ALGAE IS THE NEW BLACK

FROM THE RUNWAY TO THE STREETS OF PARIS

INSIDE CONNECTICUT’S ULTIMATE SHORESIDE ABODE

SKINCARE BENEFITS STRAIGHT FROM THE SEA

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ALGAE IS THE NEW BLACK

This diverse organism harbours a bounty of skincare benefits

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LET THERE BE LUXE

This autumn’s Haute Couture is the epitome of casual sophistication

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SERENITY ON THE SHORE

Meet the tranquil abode that perfectly blends the style of two different eras

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RED HOT AND RISING

Jessica Chastain heats up the screen in Christopher Nolan’s latest film

Timeless pleats paired with thick stockings are seasonal musts. See the full story on page 76.

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Photo by Carlyle Routh. Sweater ($1,725) by Christopher Kane; turtleneck ($275) by BOSS; skirt ($390) by Tommy Hilfiger; earrings ($275) by Eddie Borgo, Holt Renfrew; ring ($225) by Holt Renfrew; bag ($8,950) by Hermès.

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Fall 2014

BEAUTY

Embrace fall’s jewel-toned drama and stay au courant with news of the now.

Plus, learn why Cleopatra’s beauty regimen might be right for you

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KNIT WITH WIT

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SMOKE SHOW

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SCULPTING WITH STRANDS

Wrap yourself from head to toe in autumn’s luxurious knitwear

Fall’s most covet-worthy cosmetics come to life

Guido Palau’s latest hardcover book showcases hair transformed into art

LIFESTYLE THE IMPORTANCE OF ARCHITECTURE

An Hermès boutique speaks volumes about the brand thanks to distinguished design firm RDAI

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Glimpse inside Connecticut’s ultimate shoreside home. Read the full story on page 94.

IN EVERY ISSUE

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STYLE

Change is inevitable, but, sometimes, we’re forced to immediately adapt

Photos from the most exclusive parties of the season and the notable guests who attended them

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SHOPPING GUIDE

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FINAL SAY

The most coveted brands all in one convenient directory

Suzanne Rogers discusses the power of a statement handbag

Michael Kors battles world hunger; Hermès spearheads a creative recycling initiative and Dom Pérignon fêtes the release of a new vintage

Engage in the season’s performance art, exhibitions and books. Plus, glimpse into the historic Hôtel Régina and meet Polaris Music Prize nominee Basia Bulat

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INDULGING IN ITALY

Parma, Italy, is a gastronomic haven that will have your senses longing to devour its gourmet offerings

SSTYLEMAGAZINE.COM Log on to sstylemagazine.com to discover the latest in fine living, exotic travel, fashion and décor trends, gastronomy and so much more.

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We gathered the city’s most notable tastemakers at The Ritz-Carlton Toronto to enjoy a whimsical evening of fashion, art and culture. Upon arrival, an impressive Porsche Macan Turbo greeted guests at street level, while inside, women were pampered with manicures by CND and hair touch-ups by Revlon Professional.

Attendees enjoyed a live art performance as they perused the season’s most lustworthy accessories from the likes of Gc and Chanel while sipping Champagne and Ciroc cocktails. S/Style & Fashion contributor Suzanne Rogers curated an extraordinary runway presentation of Salvatore Ferragamo’s fall/winter 2014 collection—the brand’s first-ever runway show in Canada. Fashion illustrator Danielle Meder immortalized the evening for the stylish crowd, with watercolour souvenirs to take home.

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1. Sara Brandt 2. J.S. Vann and guests 3. Jessica Denomme, Suzanne Rogers, Sabrina Maddeaux 4. Salvatore Ferragamo models 5. Anita Clarke, Natalie Deane, Gail McInnes 6. Danielle Blancher, Laura McAlpine, Robby Vrenozi

Photos by Ryan Emberley, Tyler Rumi.

7. Sarah Carter 8. Robert Faissal, Ainsley Kerr 9. Amarsana Gendunova

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Political Engagement

Photo by Dominique Charriau.

Canadian style icon Jeanne Beker’s curatorial debut at the Design Exchange examines the relationship between fashion and politics. The multimedia exhibit explores how the two realms have influenced one another from the 1960s to the present day, by highlighting the industry’s influencers and designers. Political moments in fashion history are also revisited: this photograph depicts Ukrainian feminist group Femen storming the runway at Nina Ricci’s fall/winter 2013 presentation.

Politics of Fashion | Fashion of Politics runs September 18, 2014– January 25, 2015 at the Design Exchange in Toronto.

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Castle in the Clouds

Frank Gehry is one of the most distinguished architects of our time, and his latest project, the new Louis Vuitton museum in Paris, is as innovative and impressive as one would expect. The Maison is launching La Fondation Louis Vuitton, to promote and foster artistic talent, and will feature a permanent exhibition, a plethora of guest exhibits and an auditorium space for hosting presentations. The Gehry-designed building, set in Paris’ Jardin d’Acclimatation, resembles a cloud of glass and allows for panoramic views of the city.

La Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris opens to the public on October 27, 2014. – SVLC

For women who appreciate a statement handbag, Fendi’s firstever smartphone application is a must-download. The Fendi app “myBaguette” gives users creative control to design a completely customized Baguette—arguably one of the first “It” bags. Once you’ve completed your masterpiece, the app lets you share your design across social media. Each month, Fendi awards the title “Baguette of the Month” to the most unique and original creation.

Fendi myBaguette app is available on iTunes and Google Play.

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Christian Louboutin Beauté, $58, exclusively at Holt Renfrew.

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PERFECT TIMING

Michael Kors continues its efforts to combat world hunger with the Watch Hunger Stop campaign. The initiative, which has already provided over five million meals to children in need through the brand’s long-term partnership with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), drives forward this fall with a new, limited edition timepiece. The dial of the unisex accessory displays a detailed map of the world and on the back, the words “1 WATCH = 100 MEALS” is engraved. Each watch sold will feed 100 children through WFP. Michael Kors limited edition 100 Series timepiece, $355, at michaelkors.com starting in October. – LF

La Fondation Louis Vuitton photo by Iwan Baan; Petit h photo courtesy of Hermès.

PA IN T I T RE D Christian Louboutin is dabbling in cosmetics. “The red sole was born from red nail polish. I am giving back to nails what the shoe took from the nails many years ago,” said Louboutin.

The polish comes in an extravagant vessel, inspired by the silhouette of a skyhigh pair of Louboutin heels. In addition to Rouge Louboutin, a quintessential red, a 30-piece nail polish collection is sorted into three groups based on colour theme—the Pops, the Noirs and the Nudes. Each chic hue was inspired by an existing pair of pumps.

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© The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. / SODRAC (2014). Photo Roch Nadeau, courtesy Paul Maréchal.

No art class can be concluded without a mention of Andy Warhol, his legendary Campbell’s soup imagery or his vibrant celebrity portraits. For the first time, a collection of the artist’s original posters, with subject matter ranging from cultural events to politics, will be displayed chronologically at the Musée des Beaux-Arts Montréal.

Warhol Mania runs November 5, 2014–March 15, 2015 at the Musée des Beaux-Arts Montréal.

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Bespoke eyewear is the epitome of cool, and Marie Wilkinson would know. As the creative director at luxury eyewear brand Cutler and Gross, she owns over 125 pairs of glasses (60 of which are by the UK-based company).

Here, Wilkinson divulges her favourite dining spots, shops and hidden gems in London, England.

EYE CANDY I am fortunate enough to walk past the Serpentine Galleries in Kensington Gardens on my way to work. Each year, the gallery commissions a renowned architect to design a temporary pavilion for display throughout the summer—this year’s installment, a lightgrey bulbous structure, was created by Chilean architect Smiljan Radic. Seeing the gardens evolve and transform with a thought-provoking building each summer is entrancing.

There is so much energy in London due to the construction of new buildings—it makes the city feel so confident. The view from a pod of Emirates Air Line, which is a cable-run gondola that hangs nearly 300 feet above the River Thames from Greenwich Peninsula to the Royal Docks, never ceases to take my breath away. It reminds me how dynamic and courageous the architecture along the river is, both the new and the old.

encouraged me to buy art. With his guidance, I commissioned and bought a shopping cart chair and stool from Tom Sachs in the early 1990s.

Schneideman Gallery is the go-to place for photography, prints and rare illustrated books.

It’s a gem of a shop run by the proprietors: Sophie, an expert on rare prints and vintage illustrated books, and Alex, who specializes in photography.

SCP Designs, an interior design studio, has been in Shoreditch, a district in the East End of London, for nearly 30 years, and I remember being mesmerized when I first came to the city, by their collection of modern furniture and lighting designs. When I lived in Shoreditch in the mid ‘80s, I bought all of my furniture from them. I still own these items and they look just as fresh and exciting as they did back then—it gives me such pleasure. The company continues to produce fresh designs and is very egalitarian in their attitude.

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It was Tony Gross (founder of the company, alongside Graham Cutler) who first

Creating new designs always starts with research, and London has so many inspiring museums.

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London Eye photo by Scott E Barbour/Getty Images; Serpentine Pavilion photo by Allan Baxter/Getty Images; Emirates Air Line photo by Doug Armand/Getty Images.

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COVETEUR CO-FOUNDER ERIN KLEINBERG INVITES S/ INSIDE OF HER TORONTO HOME TO DISCUSS HER LATEST CLOTHING COLLECTION. PLUS, MEET THE ACCESSORY YOUR LIVING ROOM IS MISSING, AND THE ONE THAT STOLE THE SHOW AT CHANEL’S FALL/WINTER PRESENTATION. BOLD PRINTS, SAFARI STYLES AND ROSE GOLD ACCENTS ARE JUST SOME OF THE SEASONAL STAPLES TO GET EXCITED ABOUT.

An Ear Full The supermarket setting at Chanel’s fall/winter 2014 prêt-àporter presentation was playful and fresh. Adding to the contemporary air, Karl Lagerfeld partnered with audio bigwig Monster to produce a magnificent pair of quilted lambskin headphones. In addition to flawless sound quality and noise-cancelling components, this tech accessory is wireless, eliminating irritating cords.

Chanel headphones, $7,700, available at select Chanel boutiques.

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Striking prints and vivid colours breathe life into a refined wardrobe.

Sahar Nooraei selects the season’s most striking accessories.

1. Scarf ($420) by Hermès 2. Boots ($2,010) by Saint Laurent 3. Sideboard ($8,965) by Hagit Pincovici, The Future Perfect 4. Pillow ($66) Ella Doran, Amara 5. Necklace ($291) by Yaz Bukey 6. Handbag ($7,450) by Chanel 7. Watch ($24,000) by Fendi 8. Dries Van Noten.

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UNDER THE INFLUENCE An affinity for avant-garde accessories, moody palettes and an unexpected mix of patterns and textures are defining characteristics of today’s most popular style influencers.

Combining the light and dark components of rose gold and jet-black metal is unexpected, but remains incredibly polished.

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1. Gc, $895 2. Bulgari, $41,600 3. Rado, $2,200.

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PERUSE THE LATEST LAUNCHES FROM SOME OF OUR FAVOURITE BEAUTY BRANDS, AND LET A SELECTION OF RICHLY SATURATED JEWELTONED GOODIES INSPIRE YOUR NEW-SEASON BEAUTY LOOK. SAGE WISDOM REGARDING THE SKINCARE BENEFITS OF ALGAE DATE BACK TO BEFORE CLEOPATRA’S TIME, BUT WE INVESTIGATE EXACTLY WHAT THIS SEA-FARING ORGANISM IS DOING IN OUR ANTI-AGING CREAM.

Vivacious and Audacious

Photo by Ralph Crane/Getty Images.

Much-loved cosmetics company NARS introduces a 40-piece lipstick collection in celebration of 20 successful years in business. The modern collection’s sassy shade names like “Brigitte,” “Charlotte” and “Grace” are a tribute to the women whose audacity and strength inspired the brand’s founder and creative director, François Nars, throughout his life and career. The lipstick’s advanced formula delivers a punch of hydrating matte colour, while the brand’s new magnetic casing (weighted and in matte-black metal) has a gorgeous, top-quality look and feel.

NARS Audacious Lipstick Collection, $37, at Sephora, Holt Renfrew, Hudson’s Bay and Murale. – Jayne Ashley Heaton

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A far cry from the eyebrow-raising, theatrical garments of past collections, this fall’s Haute Couture is defiant, wearable and casual-cool.

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VALENTINO HAUTE COUTURE A floor-length gown with the spirit and air of a Roman goddess undergoes a 21st century transformation—gladiator sandals and all.

KNIT with WIT Wrap yourself from head to toe in autumn’s comfy-chic knitwear.

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READY TO POUNCE Balance a voluminous upper half by staying slim on the bottom.

Sweater ($2,995) and pants ($1,015)

by Stella McCartney, Holt Renfrew; ring ($250) by Eddie Borgo, Holt Renfrew; shoes ($845) by BOSS.

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Smoke Show Thrill the senses and dive into the most indulgent hues au courant.

BOTTLED BLISS Uplifting and warm, this rosy essence is a celebration of joy and a subtle reminder to savour each moment. Lancôme La Vie est Belle L’Absolu de Parfum ($130 for 40 ml) exclusively at Hudson’s Bay. S / STYLE & FASHION | Fall 2014

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Serenity

Shore on the

By blending modern-day design elements with the homeowners’ sophisticated European heritage, this refined, yet tranquil Connecticut abode was born.

By Ashley Spegel Photography by Keith Scott Morton

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Since 1976, the union of distinguished design firm RDAI and Hermès continues to flourish. As the brand opens its first Hermès Maison in China, the alliance holds strong, leading the luxury brand’s storefront aesthetic into the modern era without unseating its heritage.

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It was not far into her brilliant career that Rena Dumas discovered the correlation between luxury and architecture. The Greek-born design visionary understood that luxury was influenced by time—the time to live, to reflect, to create—and that architecture was an event; a large responsibility, and yet a way to tell a story. Architecture, she realized early on, was a profession that could bestow happiness on others and so, she fostered the energy and knowledge necessary to construct magnificent work.

The nearly 40-year symbiosis between the designer’s namesake firm, Rena Dumas Architecture Intérieure, and the French fashion house Hermès has spoken to that delicate virtue since day one. The union carried the company’s aesthetic into the modern era without unseating its heritage or tradition.

Denis Montel, the managing and artistic director of RDAI, confirms Dumas’ balance between luxury and architecture.

“I think that architecture became important for luxury brands around 15 years ago. At the beginning of 2000, most of the brands started to become quite international, and they began to use architecture as a communication tool, which made it more and more important. I think Tokyo was maybe the first city where buildings dedicated to brands appeared, and then a kind of competition started between the companies. As the entrance of the luxury market store evolved, architecture became a very important tool for communication.”

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[aiming for] is a good combination [of] simplicity and quality, with a little bit of poetry,” he says.

In her designs, Dumas would integrate elements of the Hermès Paris flagship, but would add touches of local flavour into each of the near-300 boutiques she designed. She never produced an exact replica. This approach refined the way Hermès welcomes its customers. “The best we can do for a company is to understand them and to design the way they want to be,” says Montel. “I always try to imagine or to understand what the message is. What’s the DNA? What’s the language of the brand?”

Essentially, as Montel explains, the shop should look like its product. “We are never trying to emphasize or to be beyond the product or beyond the company. We’re trying to understand what [each company] is looking for.” After all, Hermès is very dynamic and their development has been fast and strong. And so RDAI had to understand them thoroughly to present the new face of Hermès. It’s why the firm never designs hyper-contemporary shops, but rather modern boutiques.

“Modern because, at that time, in that place, it’s the right answer. And it’s supposed to last. This is something quite important in the message. Hermès is a long-lasting company. They are making enduring products. It’s not easy to, at the same time, be modern, to express time and to last.”

Standout RDAI projects for Hermès dot the map: the iconic 24 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré in Paris, where Hermès has resided since 1880. The Rive Gauche boutique on Paris’ Left Bank, which was built in a historic century-old swimming pool property marked by wooden pavilions made of ash laths. The 6,000 square metre Maison Hermès Ginza in Tokyo was codesigned with Pulitzer Prize-winning architect Renzo Piano and invokes the air of a traditional Japanese “magic lantern,” and Madison Avenue’s men’s store in New York City reflects its individuality, with Pennsylvania cherry wood in a light, matte finish, which is in contrast with the darker, glossy panelling that appears in the Paris flagship. Then, to complement the Californian sun, Rodeo Drive’s reinvented Hermès Beverly Hills is distinguishable immediately by its abstract storefront, constructed from white Carrara marble.

Though these are only a small handful of the Hermès-RDAI collaborations in existence worldwide, Montel designates the Maison Hermès Dosan Park in Seoul as the one with special significance to him. “I cannot say it’s my favourite, but it’s the one we have completely designed from scratch.” From the building itself to the live detail within it, it’s the one Montel says was “really exciting,” as the agency started from the ground up, conceiving “absolutely everything else” from there.

Cover photo by Jeff Vespa/ Contour by Getty Images.

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Actress JESSICA CHASTAIN’s star is on the rise. With four feature films out this year, the charismatic redhead remains gracefully modest about her career achievements thus far.

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Photos by Maryam Siddiqi.

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Famed for producing some of the world’s most delectable meats and cheese, Parma, Italy is a gastronomy haven that your senses will devour.

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Always up for tasting new foods, I say yes to the horsemeat platter at Osteria Lo Zingaro, a tiny restaurant in Parma, Italy. Actually, they’re all tiny restaurants in Parma. The meat is presented in three versions: cooked à la roast beef, pesto-seasoned tartar and traditional tartar. I eat the first two quite happily; though rich, they are flavoursome, but the plain tartar tastes just a bit too raw for me. I place my napkin on the plate to signify I am done with the meal, but it seems that the restaurant’s owner noticed what I hadn’t eaten—two companions next to me were in the same situation. He comes to the table with a small plate of finely chopped raw onion, grabs my fork and lifts the napkin off my plate with such haste I barely have enough time to feel embarrassed, sprinkles the onion on the meat, drizzles olive oil on top, then mashes it all together. He hands back my fork with a sort of “ta-dah!” movement and motions for me to eat. Suddenly, flavour! My friends follow suit, and we all dig back in to the dish. Of course, we didn’t like what we were eating at first—we weren’t adhering to tradition.

Parma’s rolling hills and tree-filled valleys offer a truly sensational view.

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