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BARBIECORE?
It’s the term on everyone’s lips. Thanks to Valentino’s #PierpaoloPink and Greta Gerwig’s Barbie remake, it’s like the world has gone into a pink haze. We’ll be channeling the vibe in this Nicole Miller gown, which works for a myriad of dress codes and occasions.
SCENE • And just like that, August is here. But don’t worry— ANGEL’S
there’s still so much more joy to squeeze from these summer days. • Bella Hadid surprised guests at John’s Drive-In in Montauk, which had been transformed into “Bella’s Diner” in celebration of Bumble and Kin’s Summer of Love beverage. On hand to support were Selby Drummond and her little cutie, Celine. • Saks celebrated Summer in the Hamptons over dinner at LUNCH with Keke Palmer. Hopping on a Blade out and to the fun were Brandon Maxwell, Prabal Gurung, LaQuan Smith, and Tanya Taylor.
WHEN KATE MET EMMANUELLE… Talk about a meeting of fashion icons! Kate Moss is the star of Zara’s new campaign and collection, Into the Night, styled by the arbiter of Parisian style herself, Emmanuelle Alt. Kate’s 1990s party girl aesthetic is all we want from our wardrobes. Run, don’t walk!
BRIDAL PARTY GOALS! Congrats are in order for supermodel Lais Ribeiro, who said “I do” to fellow Brazil native and NBA star Joakim Noah in a dreamy, beachy ceremony wearing custom Galia Lahav. Supporting her down the aisle were supermodel BFFs Jasmine Tookes and Sara Sampaio, while their fellow former Angel Candice Swanepoel cheered on in the crowd. Bliss!
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DELIGHT! Trying to beat the summer heat? Our
new obsession is rosé sorbet—cooling us down, satiating those sweet tooths, and making our Whispering Angel go the extra mile. It’s simple, too! • In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine rosé and sugar and whisk until sugar dissolves. • Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. • Combine in a blender with frozen raspberries and desired sweetener until smooth. • Pour into a loaf pan, cover with plastic wrap, and freeze for about an hour. Salut!
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SCHOOL’S OUT RETURNS!
GOSLING WATCH!
Speaking of Barbiecore… we’re enjoying the return of Ryan Gosling, aka IRL Ken, to the red carpet once more. The usually paparazzi-shy actor has been popping up time and time again recently.
The annual Hetrick-Martin Institute’s Summer Benefit, Schools Out in support of LGBT+ youth was back on the social calendar. The event raised more than $350,000—making it one of the most successful Schools Out events in the history of HMI! Brava!
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7 THINGS TO DISCUSS! 1. Was Vetements referencing Paris Hilton’s infamous “Stop Being Desperate” T-shirt moment with its latest collection? We suspect so! 2. “Gym lips” are trending on TikTok. It’s not as aggressive as it sounds; rather just low-key overlined lips you could wear discreetly to a workout class. Your secret is safe with us!
3. Merch alert! The Hamptons Jitney has teamed up with Lauren Moshi on a retro-themed line of tanks, tees, hoodies, and more inspired by the Roy Lichtenstein wave icon.
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Alise Collective founder Dria Murphy has launched By Dria— an ongoing collaboration series of her favorite wellness and fashion essentials.
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5. Looking for us? We’ll be in class with Pilates guru to the stars Erika Bloom, who is back teaching at the Amagansett Barn through Labor Day.
6. Have you heard about Enriched? The NYC/Palm Beachbased literacy tutoring program for children is now offering summer services in the Hamptons.
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FLOWpresso might sound like your morning coffee, but it’s the buzzy treatment to know! A noninvasive mix of deep rhythmic compression, far infrared, and nano vibrational therapy, it promises to relax, restore, regenerate, and heal. Find it at Rejuvenation Health in East Hampton.
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GABRIEL OUT EAST!
Do our eyes deceive us? Non, vraiment, that is hunky Chef Gabriel from Emily in Paris hanging out at The Maidstone. Actor Lucas Bravo was in town for the Focus Features and The Cinema Society screening of his fashionable new flick, Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris. Guests joined Bravo and his co-stars for a cocktail hour, where the menu included lobster beignets, petite filet mignon, pommes frites, Eiffel Tower sours, French 75, and French martinis. Très bien!
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SCENE • Ooh la la! There were parties a’plenty this month
in Paris to celebrate Couture Week. • To celebrate Balenciaga’s high-end offering, Demna Gvasalia was joined for dinner by Naomi Campbell, Kim Kardashian, Dua Lipa, Nicole Kidman, Bella Hadid, Kris Jenner, Alexa Demie, and Tracee Ellis Ross. • On the heels of his stunning show, Giambattista Valli fêted his debut homeware collection with Moda Operandi’s Lauren Santo Domingo. The duo was joined by chicsters including Ivy Getty, Princess Maria-Olympia of Greece, Olivia Palermo, Jessica Aïdi Verratti, and Bianca Brandolini.
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Beyoncé has revealed her latest fireemoji campaign for IVY PARK x Adidas, with Joan Smalls, Irina Shayk, Adut Akech, and Alva Claire among those in the hot seat to model the gender-neutral, size-inclusive collection. Consider us sold!
Who reportedly set up Huma Abedin and Bradley Cooper? While not editing proofs, apparently this EIC was playing matchmaker! Answer at bottom of page
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Don’t be surprised if you see the pups of the Hamps rocking the latest Gucci Pet Collection. Can you say, obsessed?
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THE SUMMER WE FELL FOR GAVIN! Catching up with Amazon Prime’s leading new cutie, Gavin Casalegno
Surreal! It’s a combination of stress and a dream come true.
Your character on The Summer I Turned Pretty has so much of your sweet energy!
It’s crazy! I feel like this character couldn’t be written more for me. I’m a golden retriever happy-go-lucky kind of guy. Not only did I get to play that on-screen, but I also got to explore deeper depths of this character.
How are you dealing with being noticed now?
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answer people’s messages and have a conversation with people if they notice me. That’s how I’ve always lived my life.
We know you love fashion, too. Why? There’s just something magical about how fashion can give you so much confidence when you walk into the room.
Who are your favorite designers?
Tom Ford and Saint Laurent. I love edgy street stuff. And Off-White, obviously! I think Virgil Abloh was amazing.
You still live in Texas. Will you move to New York City one day? You can take the boy out of a small town, but you can’t take the small town out of the boy. I enjoy the simple stuff, but New York has been calling my name lately. Maybe next year!
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For the remainder of summer, we’re channeling these Brandon Maxwell belles, with teased tresses, pillowy pouts, and fat lashes. Perhaps Maxwell was inspired by his native Texas and his love for the women who raised him. After all, the Southern beauty mantra has always been: Bigger, bolder, better. And just like the backdrop in his lookbook, we’ll be channeling ombre pink tropical sunsets when it comes to our bronzer, blusher, and highlighter approach. #Blessed!
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While we wish summer garden soirées could last forever, sometimes the forecast has other ideas. If a sudden downpour threatens your alfresco plans, don’t fret. From porcelain dishware hand-painted with leaf motifs to linens delicately embroidered with flowers, there’s always a backup plan when it comes to re-creating the great outdoors, chez vous. While you’re at it, add some palm tree–inspired elements in gilded gold to really up the ante. No one needs to know whether you’re in New York or on a luxe private island.
BOCCI Hand-blown green glass lamp with brass base, $675, ssense.com
RHODE Coaster set in Pink Poppy, $65, shoprhode.com
GIAMBATTISTA VALLI HOME Printed linen napkins, (set of 4), $280, modaoperandi.com
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Karina, Manasvi, Madi, and Sophie after their P.volve workout
Inf luencerRETREAT THE DAILY SUMMER’s event season is well and truly in swing! Once more, we brought together friends of the magazine for a three-day Influencer Retreat to the lush surroundings of the 21 House at The Reform Club in Amagansett. Joining team Daily from the West Coast were Madi Webb and Manasvi, alongside Karina Bik and Sophie Sumner. In this magical hideaway, the quartet were treated to goodies by Sam Edelman; divine products and hairstyling by Moroccanoil; oral care from Better & Better; fashion by ba&sh, Intermix, and Tanya Taylor; fitness by P.volve; and a delightful wellness brunch with Haven Well Within. But first, the chicsters relaxed and indulged in chill sessions with acupuncture practitioner ORA. Post-treatment, they floated upstairs for some Daou rosé wine and enjoyed a local-inspired meal by Chef Cali Faulkner from Third Falcon. Ommmmm! Photography by SEAN ZANNI DAILYFRONTROW.COM
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Content creators, including Yayis Villarreal Cantú, Katya Tolstova, Melissa Vale, Amina Kadyrova, Katya Bychkova, and Mary Leest joined in the fun on Day 2 for an art-filled rosé happy hour, clinking glasses of Daou wine as they showed off their Tanya Taylor finery and tried their hand at painting. The third and final day began with morning coffee in Stripe & Stare loungewear and a spin around the grounds on Blue Jay Bikes, before they took part in a sculpting, supermodelapproved P.volve workout in the morning sunshine. Before heading off to their own busy schedules of events, parties, and more, the foursome stopped for a final shopping splurge at ba&sh in Southampton to pick up some rock ’n’ roll–inspired frocks to ensure they’d be the best-dressed all summer long!
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Tiff Benson drinking Daou rosé
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HAPPY & HEALTHY With Haven Well Within
A wellness brunch? Name a better start to the day…we’ll wait! To celebrate all that’s new with luxury lifestyle brand Haven Well Within, guests of THE DAILY SUMMER took part in a meditation practice with Colleen Saidman Yee—a former supermodel–turned–overall wellness guru. The morning continued with a gifting suite (cashmere for all!) and an alfresco brunch of healthy light bites and green juice. Those in attendance were treated to astrology readings by our fave cosmic expert, Francesca Vuillemin. Apparently August is our month to shine!
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Who doesn’t love the inimitable French girl look? Our guests descended on Zadig & Voltaire’s East Hampton boutique to try on the latest from the rock ’n’ roll–meets– bohemian Parisian label. From cowboy boots that’ll be a perfect fit back in the city to delicate lace-trimmed slips ideal for dining outdoors this summer in the Hamps, there was something to suit all tastes. We’re still compiling our fall wish list as we speak!
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Rock macramé clutch, $398
Cara high boots, $798
Calissa dress, $748
Rockyssime bag, $498
Leather Poete trousers, $998
Mixed-Print Rocade dress, $898
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For a midday pick-me-up, what could be better than a spot of retail therapy? Ensuring an adrenaline rush, our guests headed to INTERMIX in East Hampton to peruse luxury musts from the multibrand retailer. From established European labels, like Balmain and Isabel Marant, to major and buzzy contemporary brands, including Aje, L’AGENCE, Staud, Zimmermann, Ulla Johnson, Proenza Schouler, and more, it’s a bona fide one-stop shop for everything you could ever need for your next excursion Out East—or indeed, anywhere in the world. Here’s what they loved.
PROENZA SCHOULER Small PS Harris raffia shoulder bag, $1,695
A.L.C. Athena one-shoulder faux-leather top, $275
ALEXIS Nisa floral beaded satin midi dress, $695
MANOLO BLAHNIK Trina embellished satin sandals, $1,125
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The popularity of electric bikes is unmistakable, but Jennifer Cohen Bogan saw a gap in the market for wheels with serious style. She created Bluejay e-bikes, and they’ve taken off like gangbusters with Meghan and Harry, the Kardashians, and Melissa McCarthy riding the wave. Bogan tells THE DAILY SUMMER how she’s reinventing the wheel. How was Bluejay Electric Bikes born? It all started when I rode an electric bike for the first time—that feeling of freedom, of pure joy. A light bulb went off—everybody should be enjoying this experience. I felt compelled to bring this to a broader audience. I started one step at a time, did a ton of research, checked out bikes in various stores, test-rode a ton of them, and what I discovered was that there was a huge disconnect with what the e-bike market offered, especially in terms of the aesthetic and what you would see as a traditional Dutch cruiser. I kept thinking that this is truly a relevant product, and that it’s a lifestyle. I started imagining it, executing it, and then I brought it to life! Why is the brand called Bluejay? The name came to me when I was thinking about something beautiful that flies, which is the essence of a Bluejay electric bicycle. How did the pandemic impact your growth? The pandemic increased demand for all bicycles when people were unable to travel and looking for ways to enjoy their own neighborhoods. It created a resurgence in bike-riding interest, which was great! The downside of this was increased lead times and supply challenges, so we were out of stock for a long time. It’s exciting to actually have bikes to sell that we can ship to you within a week this season. Are you marketing Bluejay as an e-bike for the fashion crowd? It’s for anyone with a sense of nostalgic style and quality who doesn’t want the same basic options as everyone else. I notice we have a lot of interior designer clients, too! What are some accessories that people can add? We have so many fun accessories and will continue to add more—kid seats, kid and pet trailers, Nantucket wicker baskets, cell phone holders, drink holders, locks, helmets, and speakers. We are launching some new Baba Tree African hand-woven pannier baskets. Bluejay is all about the accessories. I mean, I wouldn’t want people to choose driving their car over riding a Bluejay just to have a place to put their coffee. We can do that, too! You’ve been getting some great press for the bikes. What have you been the highlights? Wow, it’s hard to choose as the reaction has been incredible. I have to say I wasn’t expecting to land goop or Vogue in our first season, and Forbes has been an incredible supporter. Seeing our bikes ridden by everyone from the Duke and Duchess of Sussex [Meghan and Harry] to the Kardashians, Melissa McCarthy, and many more have been real Jennifer Cohen Bogan pinch-me-moments. Tell us about the Sport model. The Sport model is our ultra powerful, 28 mph version with an all-road tire. While the Premiere Edition model gets oohs and ahhs for its cruiser style, smooth-ride feel, and accessible step-through frame for all riding levels, the Sport was designed specifically for those who want to take their adventures up a notch. My husband and all his friends are obsessed, and so are many of my female friends who like to ride. It has all the same practical features as the Premiere,
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racks that hold a ton, lights and bells included, along with vintage good looks. Where can people test-drive the bikes? We are sold at Rotations Bicycle Center in Southampton. We’re also expanding our locations and can ship anywhere in the country. You can check out the retailers page on our website at bluejaybikes.com. What are the health perks from going on a bike ride? There are so many studies that demonstrate long-term health data for those who ride bikes. People often wonder if they’ll get the health benefits from an e-bike and I tell them, absolutely. You will ride it much more than a regular bike, and you always have options on how much of the pedal-assist you use. What you won’t have is any excuses, like that one hill!
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Time to celebrate! The Daily Summer invited content creators and models to an event at the stunning 22 Bond Street in Manhattan to check out the VERO MODA Spring/Summer collection of the beloved Scandinavian women’s brand. The dinner was hosted by photographer and interior designer Natalie Obradovich and welcomed Keke Lindgard, Tiff Benson, Yayis A. Villarreal Cantú, Alina Baikova, Diva Dhawan, Sophie Sumner, Andrew Matarazzo, Charlotte Bickley, Jerome LaMaar, Margot Grinberg, Taras Romanov, Savannah Engel, and The Daily’s Lizzi Bickford Meadow and Eddie Roche. The evening started out on the roof of the penthouse with cocktails and epic city views of downtown New York. A Douglas Elliman property, 22 Bond Street is on the market with the Alexander team.
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Lizzi Bickford Meadow Alina Baikova
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Mindy mid block leather sandal in Turquoise, $128
Mindy metallic leather sandal in Gold, $128
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Keefa sandal in Honey Beige, $138
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It’s not unusual to scroll through your Instagram feed and see snippets of a glossy press trip, but behind the scenes, it might not always be as well executed. Combining their backgrounds in content creation, Gregory Dava and Ashley Campuzano put their heads together to create AG Experiential—a full-service marketing agency specializing in creating first-person-narrated experiences that feature brands while highlighting a city, region, or culture. And don’t worry, they’ll handle the headache of all production logistics. “Influencer trips are often jam-packed with activities and deliverables that leave the talent stressed and with no time for what they were hired for, creating content,” Dava explains. “We’ve learned that time is essential to create quality content, and we wanted to offer an agency where talent felt at ease and had plenty of time to work their magic in well-curated experiences,” Campuzano adds. Here’s the 411! By FREYA DROHAN
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spend their money on an experience or event over buying something desirable. We always encourage brands to spend on experiences because when they do, they’re no longer selling a product—they’re selling an idea, a feeling, a moment. Campuzano: Social media marketing is certainly not going anywhere, but the medium is shifting. Video is king and audiences are more drawn to content that is less curated. What’s your vibe for the rest of summer 2022 in one word? Dava: As we say in Spanish, “Paz y tranquilidad” [peace and tranquility]! Campuzano: Gozar! A Spanish term that means “to enjoy oneself.”
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Gregory Dava and Ashley Campuzano
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How did you two meet? Ashley Campuzano: We both grew up in Downey, a suburb outside of Los Angeles that has become an aspirational hub for Latinos. Although we ran in the same circles for many years, we met 10 years ago in Ibiza. Gregory, we read that you were a blogger in the very early days. Tell us more! Gregory Dava: I started my blog in 2011, when NYFW was still held at Lincoln Center and editors scoffed at bloggers sitting in the front row. It’s been a wild ride witnessing how the influencer economy has grown into a well-oiled machine. With each year that passes, we’re taken more seriously, with talent even pivoting into the traditional entertainment space and launching Fortune 500 companies. It’s inspiring! As well as co-founding AG Experiential, I also have a photography business and frequently consult brands on digital and influencer strategy. Why and when did you decide to become a full-time content creator? Dava: I worked as a PR assistant, styling assistant, and showroom manager. Blogging— as it was referred to at the time—seemed like a culmination of everything I was already working toward…but with better hours! I signed to my first agency in 2015, quit my job, and never looked back. In retrospect, it was a risk as the industry wasn’t anywhere near as stable or lucrative as it is today, but the leap of faith paid off. Ashley, what’s your career backstory? Ashley Campuzano: I started acting and dancing at a young age and was a part of some amazing productions, both onstage and on-screen. At age 22, I booked a regular role on the Daytime Emmy–nominated Hulu series East Los High, and was on the show for four seasons. That catapulted me into the influencer world, and I was approached to start working with brands. I parlayed that passion into starting my own social media management company, AC Creative, where I help to build small business brands through social media content creation and creative direction. What was the brain wave for AG Experiential? Campuzano: Traveling is a big key to AG Experiential. We wanted to take talent and brands to the most beautiful places we have found and create magical activations for talent to experience and organically create brand awareness. Dava: We believe that just as cultural trends are important, so are the people who shape them. With the return of travel, we felt we could create experiences for brands and influencers that transcend beyond the screen and move the needle for our clients. I also had preexisting relationships with brands and love to wheel and deal. Ashley is the queen of planning and logistics, so it seemed like a no-brainer to join forces. We are a great business match. What’s the goal for your agency? Dava: At the moment, we’re slated to produce one major trip each quarter. In between these larger productions, we’re hoping to ideate and execute more intimate activations surrounding major pop culture events, like Fashion Week, Art Basel, and Frieze. What do you think the future of experiential marketing and social media marketing will look like? Dava: In a recent Harris poll, 78 percent of respondents said they would choose to
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AG Experiential produced its first trip in Costa Careyes, an enclave tucked away on the Pacific coast of Mexico in Jalisco. As children of Mexican immigrants, co-founders Gregory Dava and Ashley Campuzano wanted to showcase the culture and beauty of the country, and highlight this destination and the eclectic mix of creative powerhouses and bons vivants it attracts. “It’s not just body shots on spring break,” Dava says. “Mexico has an abundance of luxury to offer.” The excursion brought together Jill Wallace, Nicole Isaacs, Solmaz Saberi, Kylee Campbell, Loreen Hwang, Christina Caradona, and Janette Ok. “We did a total buyout at Casa La Ceiba and hosted private beach picnics, sound baths, brunch, and beauty sessions,” the duo explain. Brands that took part included Alaska Airlines, Sexy Hair, Fabletics, Astral Tequila, and Willa. Stay tuned for AG Experiential’s next trip in October. For more info, check out @agexperiential on IG.
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Who better to model our all-pink cover story than Emily DiDonato? Late last year, she gave birth to daughter Theadora Peterson, aka Teddy, so the joyful hue has become a part of her daily life. Here, the budding entrepreneur tells THE DAILY SUMMER about the incredible highs and sometimes less colorful aspects of motherhood. By EDDIE ROCHE What was your impression when you first walked on our set? I walked in and it felt nostalgic in a way. It was fun to see so much effort and creativity and thought go into a shoot again. When I walked in, I was overwhelmed with excitement. I forgot how fun it is to work in fashion sometimes! What was going through your mind when you were on the swing? I don’t love roller coasters, but being on the swing up high gave me that feeling in my stomach of being on a roller coaster. It was terrifying. But I’m not gonna lie, it got the adrenaline pumping. It got me excited. It was time to turn it on! Our theme for the shoot was obviously pink. Are you a pink girl? I do love pink. I see pink as a joyful color. I had a daughter recently and didn’t think I was going to be one of those moms, but I do enjoy putting her in a little rosy pink outfit. Let’s talk about your daughter, Teddy. What’s she like? She’s great. She’s so sweet and so smiley and so happy. She’s been such a blessing so far. I got super lucky. She’s a bright light and so joyful and just amazing to watch. What’s your favorite thing about being a mom? I know it’s cliché, but the type of love is untapped and something I’ve never experienced before. I love my parents, I love my husband, but now that I have a kid… you realize this is the real deal, mama bear, I would drop anything for you. It definitely made me think about my own mother. “You love me this much? That’s insane!” You’ve been open about your struggles with mental health postpartum. Tell us about your experience. Postpartum depression has been something people have spoken up about a lot over the years, which is a good thing. People are a lot more open about it, and doctors will talk about it. I didn’t experience baby blues. I experienced postpartum anxiety intensely. I struggled with intrusive thoughts. I wasn’t able to sleep at night. I had panic attacks in the evening. I felt afraid to be alone with my daughter or go out anywhere with her. I was such a new mom that I thought I would mess it up or she would do something and I wouldn’t know what to do in the moment. I was struck by fear in the first four months of her life. I called them “final destination” thoughts. At any given moment, I was thinking of the absolute worsecase scenario that could ever happen. I [worried] I was
going to drop her or someone else was going to drop her or push the stroller. Truly the most insane thoughts that never occurred to me in my regular life. It’s alarming when it happens to you. My friends and family didn’t understand it because I seemed fine. Wow. How did you help yourself? I had to find a good therapist who specializes in postpartum. That was helpful. Acupuncture and working out also helped. What really helped was leaning into my community of other moms who have been through it. Sometimes you have the most insane thought and another mom will go, “Oh, yeah! I had that thought!” How come nobody told me that? Why is it important for you to talk about this? For me, I was open on my platforms about my pregnancy and how I was feeling. I got a lot of positive messages and sometimes negative when I was honest with how I felt while I was pregnant. I was quite cranky when I was pregnant. Everyone expects you to be sweet and glowing, but I was hot, tired, not sleeping, leave me alone. I had an overwhelming amount of moms who said it was exactly how they felt, and they thanked for me for normalizing that being pregnant isn’t all peaches and cream. I talk about it because I don’t want other women to feel alone in their experiences. If anyone is going through the same thing, I hope it encourages them to seek help, reach out to a friend or your own mother. Don’t feel ashamed to admit you’re having a hard time. There was quite a baby boom during the COVID era with models getting pregnant. Are you friends with any other models who went through giving birth during this crazy time? Yes! I just talked to Martha Hunt yesterday! [Hunt gave birth to a daughter in November 2021.] Our babies are only two weeks apart, which is fun. I saw her while she was pregnant. Devon Windsor was another one! We were pregnant at the time. We have been catching up over Instagram DMs and voice mails. Gigi [Hadid] and I have exchanged messages here and there. Because I’m open on social about everything I’m going through, it leaves an opening from anyone who knows you to share their experiences of what worked for them. It’s amazing to have that support. You have a vlog on YouTube. What’s on it? I used to blog a lot more before I had Teddy, and it’s
something I want to integrate into my life more. I feel like so much goes on behind the scenes, and there’s so much more to our life and our jobs that I don’t necessarily get to share. It’s easy for me to snap a few photos and videos backstage. I want to share more with people. You’ve had a skincare line, Covey. What differentiates it from other brands out there? For Covey, the main difference for us is we’re a routinebased company. Easy…one, two, three. We wanted to take the guesswork out of skincare products. We thought about it as revolutionizing and modernizing the Clinique three-step routine. I came from the school of thought that more was more when it came to beauty. I realized after doing a ton of research that less really can be more if you’re using the right products in the right order that were formulated to be used together and can be gentle for sensitive skin. We partnered with a dermatologist to help us with that. Models are working at such a later age now. Do you see yourself sticking with the industry? I’ve been modeling for more than 12 years, and if you told me I’d still be modeling at this stage in my life and just had a baby, I wouldn’t have believed that 10 years ago. People were asking, “What are you going to do after turning 25?” I think I’ll continue modeling as long as the industry welcomes me with open arms. The industry has changed in a lot of really good ways. I’ll do it as long as I can. We hear you’re moving to suburbia! Why? We’re going to be in the Westchester area. My husband and I both grew up in upstate New York with yards, and now we have a baby. As much as New York pulled through strong, it would be nice to have some space. I want her to have a yard. That’s not so easy in New York City. We’ve always pictured a house and a yard. We’ll see how it goes. We were going to keep an apartment in New York, but my husband always says we have to burn the boats and commit. I’ll keep you posted! What’s on tap for fun this summer? We’re going to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. We will be doing the Hamptons for a couple of weekends. We normally rent a house, but we didn’t this summer because of the move. We’ll go upstate to see our families and then we move!
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Vamos! To witness Ian Griffiths’ Resort ’23 offering, Max Mara’s legion of fans, including Claire Danes, Lara Worthington, Leonie Hanne, and Tina Craig, flocked to the Palácio dos Marqueses de Fronteira for a welcome dinner hosted by the Maramotti family. The show itself took place in the lush gardens of Lisbon’s Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation; the museum where Griffiths had come across a portrait of poet and activist Natália Correia—a multifaceted muse who challenged the status quo of the 1970s and ’80s. In a nod to Correia’s powerful and passionate personality, the designer sought to channel her nonchalant yet seductive aura in languid shirt dresses teamed with fishnet stockings, and low-slung skirts paired with cropped turtleneck tops. In a love letter to Portugal—literally—some pieces, inspired by traditional “handkerchiefs of lovers,” were decorated with hearts, doves, and flowers, and a mini poem created by Max Mara and executed by local artisans to celebrate the country’s culture: Vai lenço feliz. Photography by GERMAN LARKIN
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Family
Who better for Manolo Blahnik to entrust the next generation of his business to than his niece Kristina Blahnik? As the brand’s CEO, she brings a rare mix of business experience and creativity and a background in architecture to keep the company going for generations to come. The London-based exec tells THE DAILY SUMMER what it was like growing up with the legendary designer and what it’s like working with him today. By EDDIE ROCHE
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We love your uncle! What was it like growing up with him? It was dynamic and colorful. It was dynamic in a way that there was so much tradition and culture in what we did. The memory that always jump to mind is the house in Bath, England. We used to come every Friday night from London and spend the weekend in this beautiful house. It had these incredible antique pieces. It was like he imagined himself living 200 years ago. We’d also be watching black and white movies, Elvis movies, Ben-Hur. We’d sit on his lap as he sketched collection shoes. There would be smells from the kitchen and music playing. It was a sensory overload. He radiates so many energies. Did you sense as a child that he was different than other people? No. What you’re around as a child is your norm. Another memory is we used to go to this shop on Old Church Street. At 3 p.m. after school, I’d go to the shop and watch Mighty Mouse and do my homework. Grace Jones would come in with Dolph Lundgren, who she was dating at the time. I knew that wasn’t necessarily the norm, but it was my childhood. Suddenly when you’re older you realize that was quite exceptional. I have huge gratitude.
What have been some of the great lessons you’ve learned from your uncle? Curiosity. He is one of the most curious people. That has made him one of the most cultured people in the world. He is a complete academic in quite a lot of fields. He could probably do a lecture course on the history of film and art. He is an avid reader and absorber of information and a disseminator as well. That hunger comes from a deep curiosity. How did you get involved in the company? I got involved from the age of 6. When the shop closed, my job was to brush the suede shoes. I grew up in a world where I was contributing. I suppose shoes were in my bloodstream from when I started living with them and in them. From my whole teen years to when I was an architect in my early thirties, I was still always involved. In 2009, I had my practice and there was a moment in my life where lots of roads connected and joined; it was a moment of knowing I needed to do this now. I got to a juncture in my journey as an architect where I felt the need to try something different. I suppose there was a natural draw to what my family had started. The second generation’s job is to protect the legacy and evolve it into the next stage of its iteration. You’ve had different roles throughout your time there. When did you finally become CEO? In 2013, I got entrusted with the CEO role, which is still a long-running joke in my family because my uncle isn’t very good at acronyms. CEO sounds so corporate, and we’re not corporate. I’m not a title person at all. I like to say I’m a creative strategist. That’s what architects are. They strategize creative outcomes. That’s how I like to think of myself. What is the creative process like between you and your uncle? He’s the wealth of knowledge in terms of traditions. His own motto is “Without tradition, we are nothing.” He’s very much the encyclopedia that will come up with the initial concept and designs, and I will then feed in and ask questions and be curious. We start conversations and I will then layer on more interpretations of his vision to ensure that there is this globality for the product. What is demanded and needed for one territory is different from another territory. Do you typically see eye-to-eye on design? Yes and no. It’s important not to because that’s where excitement and conversation happens. There’s no point in saying you love something if you don’t. He’s very vocal.
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He’ll never say he loves something if he doesn’t. You end up with something better with constructive feedback. Ultimately, he’s such an astonishing designer that there is rarely anything to disagree with. It’s coming from a genuine place of art and culture and reference. What are your goals for the brand? I want to see it grow in a safe way, a slow way, and a way that doesn’t in any shape or form compromise the core value of creativity, beauty, and quality. The commercial success should be a by-product of getting everything else right. It’s not about numerical growth, it’s about qualitative growth. Finally, it’s summer! What are you doing for fun this year? I’m getting married! We’ve been trying to get married for three years now and unfortunately the world didn’t really permit it. What brand of shoes will you be wearing when you walk down the aisle? Manolos! And hopefully everyone coming to the wedding will be in them. I haven’t done them yet! I’m getting so much grief from the team about what shoes I’m wearing. I haven’t thought about it. I suppose for me it’s the last thing I need to think about!
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10 THINGS 2 YOU CAN DO THIS SUMMER AT
AMERICAN DREAM
American Dream is the ultimate entertainment, shopping, and dining destination, located just minutes from New York City in the heart of the New Jersey Meadowlands. The unrivaled mix of indoor fun offers something for every member of the family, no matter the weather outside.
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DreamWorks Water Park The world’s first and only DreamWorks Water Park housing more than 40 rides, slides, and attractions, like the world’s largest indoor wave pool, the world’s tallest indoor drop slide, and one of the world’s tallest and longest hydromagnetic water coasters. The wet-and-wild fun is complemented by VIP, private Skybox Suites designed by New Jersey native Jonathan Adler.
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The country’s largest indoor theme park with record-breaking rides and attractions, including Skyline Scream—the world’s tallest indoor spinning drop tower, The Shredder—the world’s tallest and longest free-spinning coaster, and The Shellraiser, featuring the world’s steepest drop.
Big SNOW North America’s first indoor, real-snow ski and snowboard park providing guests with year-round winter. American Dream Way East Rutherford, New Jersey
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The Avenue American Dream’s luxury shopping and dining experience that features New Jersey’s only Saks Fifth Avenue, flagship locations of Hermès, Alexander Wang, Saint Laurent, Tiffany & Co., and Dolce & Gabbana, as well as Carpaccio, a fine-Italian eatery. There’s also contemporary shopping from stores like Aritzia, H&M, Primark, Uniqlo, Sephora, Zara, the country’s only Toys “R” Us flagship, and the world’s first and only candy department store, IT’SUGAR.
The Rink An NHL-regulation skating rink.
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More than 40 food establishments, including Yard House, House of ’Que, 1st RND, Jollibee, and Van Leeuwen Ice Cream. Soon-toopen eateries include Lady M, Vanessa’s Dumpling House, and much more.
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Greekaba embroidered cotton-canvas tote bag, $2,190
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Get us to The Greek! For the latest in his travel-inspired Caba capsule collection series, shoe designer to the stars Christian Louboutin has cast his eyes to the white- and blue-hued Mediterranean paradise of Greece.
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bringing together illustrations, artisanal embroidery, embossed leather, and world-famous motifs. Look closely at the footwear and accessories, and you’ll be captivated by the sweet and humorous storytelling that shows Monsieur Louboutin on his adventures in Athens and on a modern-day odyssey through the Cyclades.
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The illustrations are the work of Louboutin’s dear friend Konstantin Kakanis. In the vignettes on the bags and shoes, the artist’s beloved character Miss Tependris and her poodle, Pepe, can be seen with Louboutin taking part in impromptu photo shoots by the sea, enjoying cocktails, and soaking up what the country has to offer.
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Ensuring the collector’s item status of the Greekaba collection, the famous “evil eye” symbol is seen throughout, now known as the Loubi-eye, as are traditional icons of the country, like Greek pottery and marble temples.
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A percentage of the proceeds will be directed toward Together for Children, a Greek nonprofit that comprises nine organizations that create educational programs for children and their families.
5. The Greekaba collection, pictured here, is available online and at the luxury brand’s Southampton pop-up boutique located at 53B Jobs Lane.
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At Home With Tep Coolito sandals, $1,895
Cycladissimo 120 leather-trimmed embroidered canvas wedge sandals, $1,695
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ANGELS AMONG US
While on a mission trip in Honduras, Rebecca Welsh encountered a 6-yearold homeless child who begged her for water. The life-changing moment led her to found The HALO Foundation, whose goal is to help children around the world. She tells THE DAILY SUMMER about their incredible work. By EDDIE ROCHE
For those who haven’t heard of it, what does HALO do? HALO is the foundation of a family for children without one. We provide housing, healing, and education to atrisk and homeless youth around the world. Why is the foundation called HALO? HALO stands for Helping Art Liberate Orphans. As you can imagine, the youth we serve suffer from trauma, neglect, and abuse. Therapeutic art has been an incredible tool for our kids to use for expression, to heal from their pasts, understand their present, and set goals for their futures. What have the goals been for you to help children? Our goals are to give children the foundation of a family. This means exposing them to and teaching them about life skills, ranging from how to make a bed to how to successfully do a job interview. Our programs meet basic needs to long-term needs. Why are you personally connected to helping kids? When I was right out of college, I did a mission trip in Honduras for six months. I met a 6-year-old named Daisy who was living on the streets, begging me for water. I knew in that moment that my life had changed, and I knew my calling was to help kids like her. Why do you think people can relate to HALO? I think people can relate to the mission of HALO.
Everyone needs and deserves a family, and all of us have something to give. You may have an aunt or a neighbor who taught you a skill that impacted your life. You got a boost from Oprah Winfrey. How did the O factor help you? Oprah’s support has been helpful from behind the scenes to helping us get the word out about our work. We’re grateful to have her as a mentor and as a voice committed to helping children who are in the greatest need. Rebecca Welsh What do the donations do for the kids? Every donation is important to our kids. Their needs range from food to dental care to prom dresses to having safe shelter over their heads each night. Your alumni have gone on to some amazing life milestones. Who are some of the superstars who have accomplished great things, and where did they come from? We have two great HALO alum stories to share from our recent short-story documentary series of Ziere and Marjai [Neal]. This is a special series to amplify young voices of homelessness. Ziere was brought to the HALO Boys Program, which focuses on providing the foundation of a family for children without one. Through mentorship, tutoring, and connections to community
resources, boys in the program are given a chance to reach their full potential. Marjai joined HALO when she was 10 years old while staying in a homeless shelter and participating in HALO therapeutic art programs. Her powerful story is one of many we can share of HALO kids who had one chance to make a change, one person to turn to, or one volunteer who stepped up. Just like that, both their life’s trajectory positively changed forever. You have had the support of Moroccanoil and it’s co-founder Carmen Tal. How did your relationship begin, and what has their support meant to the organization? We met Moroccanoil about eight years ago when they
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started their Inspired by Women campaign. Their support has been an integral part of HALO. They’re always willing to help us, not only by amplifying our voice but through product donations, sponsorship, and by doing drives for our youth. We’re beyond grateful to have Carmen Tal and the Moroccanoil team as part of the HALO family. We wouldn’t be where we are without them. What have been some of your best moments collaborating and partnering together? It’s hard to choose! The Inspired by Women campaign has amplified the voices of the youth we serve in ways we could have never imagined. We have gained the support of thousands of important donors, volunteers, and celebrities who continue to be involved. It will continue to have a ripple effect on our organization for years to come. What have you learned from Carmen Tal about leadership? One of the things I have learned from Carmen over the years is that she leads from the heart. Moroccanoil is such an incredible brand and is such a generous company. Her passion to build the company while giving back at the same time makes such an impact on those who are part of the Moroccanoil team and on the organizations they support. We love working with the Moroccanoil team. Their passion to serve others is inspiring, and I believe this comes from the top. How can people learn more about HALO? By visiting our website at haloworldwide.org. What is your long-term dream for HALO? There’s such a need for ongoing, consistent love and care for homeless and at-risk youth. My dream for HALO is that we’re able to serve children in need across America.
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How did you first start working with HALO? In 2014, Moroccanoil launched a video series called Inspired by Women. In the series, we highlight incredible women who are giving back and make a mark on their communities; our goal with launching the series was to inspire others to make a positive impact on the world around them. It is through this video series that I first met Rebecca Welsh in 2014. I was instantly inspired by Rebecca and her outstanding work with HALO. Her mission to support orphaned, at-risk youth is so needed, and the work she and her team do to give the HALO kids a second chance is incredible. After meeting her and learning more about HALO, I knew I had to share her story with the world and asked her to join the Inspired by Women platform. Why is the work of HALO important to you and your team? I’m inspired by the work of other women, and it’s important we use our platform as a brand to help shine a light on remarkable women who deserve to be celebrated and recognized like Rebecca. I’ve always been an advocate of education, especially with young children and women, and through the kids that come from HALO I’ve seen for myself how it changes their lives. Rebecca and her team give these kids a second chance to imagine what they once thought was impossible. They give them the chance and the tools to change the course of their lives, and that is what is so extraordinary about HALO.
What are some ways Moroccanoil has partnered with HALO? Through the Inspired by Women series, we were able to introduce her to people like Bryce Dallas Howard and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, who still support the organization to this day. Since then, we’ve continued to use our own platform as a brand to share her story in hopes that it sparks others to give back in their own communities. Additionally, we’ve also provided products for the HALO homes that house at-risk youth while they get back on their feet. And we continue to provide financial support to the organization and their different initiatives. Rebecca and HALO hold a special place in my heart, and I look forward to continuing to support them for many years to come. Rebecca Welsh is such a force. What has it been like getting to know her? Women like Rebecca continue to inspire our brand every day. The work she does is so incredible, and she is one of the most selfless people I know. She’s constantly putting others’ needs ahead of her own; nothing is more important to her than her family and the success of the kids at HALO. Her drive and power to make a positive change in someone else’s life is a gift that I wish more people had. She has an ability to see something in these kids that many others overlook, and anyone who is lucky enough to know her or work with her can attest that the world would be a better place with more people like her.
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Chequit By EDDIE ROCHE
Happy 150th anniversary to The Chequit. How are you celebrating? We’re celebrating every day! I feel so grateful to be able to reopen this historic hotel. We also created a special Chequit 150 bottle of bubbles, Blanc de Blancs, from Peconic Bay Vineyards. There are more celebratory parties to come! What was the property like 150 years ago? The building was constructed in 1872 as a meeting hall; it morphed into what members of the Methodist Church who went on retreat in the nearby cottages called “The Restaurant.” The cottages didn’t have kitchens, so the building that is now The Chequit was where they gathered and ate their meals. The Chequit was one of the first sights seen on the island, with its impressive blue hydrangea and opulent porch. It stood as a “welcome back” icon, summer after summer. By 1909, The Chequit was transformed into an inn. In 1978, The Dain Curse, a TV mini-series was filmed at The Chequit. What has the process been like reopening the property? The infrastructure upgrades were critical, including plumbing, electric, structural, HVAC, TVs, and WiFi. The building needed a lot of love! The reopening has been so rewarding but also challenging. This has truly been a labor of love for me. Tell us about some of the exciting food concepts happening here. The Chequit’s reopening includes three new food-and-beverage concepts created by myself and run by Chef Noah Schwartz—Weakfish Sushi & Noodles, Heights Café & Wine Bar, and The Tavern. Weakfish Sushi & Noodles hosts a menu that is inspired by New Asian cuisine. It features a selection of sushi rolls and sashimi, specialty rolls, and a variety of ramen dishes, including a pork, chicken, seafood, and a vegetable option. There is also a sushi bar that seats eight. An Asian-inspired cocktail program featuring a wide selection of sake is also available. The restaurant is open six days a week (Thursday to Tuesday). Heights Café & Wine Bar functions as a welcoming coffee shop in the morning, before turning into a wine bar in the mid-afternoon. In
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the morning, Heights Café & Wine Bar is the perfect place to stop in for a cup of coffee and freshly baked pastries. In the afternoon, the space converts into a wine bar, serving vino, cheese boards, and other small bites. Heights Café & Wine Bar is open seven days a week and offers outdoor seating. What about The Tavern, your newest restaurant? What’s on the menu? The restaurant’s farm-to-table menu highlights Chef Noah’s signature smashburger, steaks, homemade pasta dishes, filet mignon sliders, pulled duck BBQ, and a raw bar, where guests are able to enjoy a variety of local oysters, clams, shrimp cocktail, and lobster. The Tavern offers both inside and outdoor seating on The Chequit’s patio and wrap-around porch. It features a large center bar with 20 seats and an antique billiard table from the original dining room at The Chequit. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week and serves brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Besides eating, what are some activities guests can enjoy? Guests love to visit the beach or go boating during their stay. You can also hike the Mashomack Nature Preserve. Shelter Island is bike-friendly, so you always see people biking around the island or to dinner. It’s also a great place to meditate, read, or do yoga, especially SUP, stand-up paddleboard yoga. Finally, do you have a favorite room in the inn? Room #25 is my favorite. It’s our master suite, and has a private terrace, a large living room, and a huge bathroom with a beautiful soaking tub.
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This summer’s hautest spot is the recently renovated, reopened, and eternally charming The Chequit in Shelter Island. Celebrating an astonishing 150 years in business this year, the recent restoration of the hotel pays respect to the historic property while maintaining the spirit and legacy of its roots. Stacey Soloviev, director of community relations, tells THE DAILY SUMMER why this gem, once a getaway for Marilyn Monroe and the Kennedys, is looking better than ever.
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Meet SERHANT. power broker Krista Nickols, a widely respected real estate advisor with more than $500M in luxury sales under her belt. A go-to for first-time buyers, thanks to her approachability, attitude, and professionalism, this busy mom of two also knows the Hamptons incredibly well, after coming to the Hamptons for more than a decade. From her passion for the Children’s Museum of the East End to her fashion favorites, here’s what makes Nickols tick. Any exciting summer news? We opened SERHANT. House Hamptons, which has been keeping me busy with our real estate clients’ needs Out East. We’re reimagining real estate today for the Hamptons of tomorrow. Through the power of social media, technology, storytelling, and market intelligence, our proven approach is reaching more buyers, ultimately providing more exposure for our sellers. As a broker, what sets you apart? I worked in-house with the top ultra-luxury real estate developers in the city to create custom sales and marketing campaigns while learning the nuances of new construction. I have been a buyer myself in NYC, and was on the board of our condo, and now I’m building a home from the ground up in the Hamptons. I’m able to apply that knowledge to individual sellers and buyers. What have been some 2022 career highlights? We represented the penthouse seller of a gorgeous new development in Tribeca recently, and it was the highest sale that week in Manhattan. Your résumé also include roles in finance and entertainment! How did that shape you? Investors rely heavily on my quantitative skill set and attention to detail when we’re going through comparable sales and Krista Nickols discussing potential rates of returns. But
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mostly it’s my patience and calm Children’s Museum of the East End demeanor that has my first-time home buyer clients referring their friends to me. Just like Hollywood, real estate is all about the strength of your relationships. As a mother of two, do you have advice for other working moms? Take all the help at home you can get. At work, I have an amazing business partner and I actively surround myself with positive colleagues. Pro tip: When your teammates offer to stay later, let them! You can be the first one into the office the next morning. What keeps you balanced, and what keeps you motivated? Last year, I joined the board of trustees for the Children’s Museum of the East End (CMEE). Many people think of CMEE as just a play space, but we’re so much more than a museum. During the pandemic, CMEE opened a food pantry that served an average of 75 families per week. The museum has outreach programs, including family literacy classes, bilingual STEM programming, and hosts a Head Start preschool. Unfortunately, vulnerable East End families continue to face food insecurity and the museum’s food pantry has stayed open. I’m passionate to share the important
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work CMEE is doing for the community. What brands make you feel polished on the job? Theory and Hugo Boss, and for work events, I love Zimmermann and Jonathan Simkhai dresses. Any parting words? The rental market may have softened, but the Hamptons is still an investor’s dream. Go after the properties in the location you want!
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From Wall Street Journal “House of the Day” developers Mike and Kerry Gaynor comes a brand-new country estate, set on two acres and surrounded by 400 acres of forever-protected farmland. Their incredibly refreshing and elegant approach to this luxury property is unmatched anywhere in the Hamptons market today. The compound includes a newly constructed 6,000-square-foot Federal Style farmhouse, a heavy timber barn, a pool house, a fire barn, and a two-car garage. “This estate is unrivaled anywhere in the Hamptons,” says Jennifer Wilson of the Wilson team at Saunders & Associates. “There’s nothing like it on the market right now. It’s reminiscent of properties in the Sagaponack farmlands 50 years ago.” MADE FOR YOU Enjoy the many destinations on the property, including the beautiful gunite pool and built-toentertain pool house, a large heavy timber barn ideal for horse stalls, a car collection, or an additional three bedrooms. The property is complete with expansive lavender gardens, wildflowers, an apple orchard, and a vineyard. This spectacular estate is being offered fully furnished. The two-acre property has four bedrooms, four baths, and three partial baths. $13,750,000
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NICOLAS VAHÉ Brass ice bucket, $174
For the home, for your Hamptons hostess or just as a treat to yourself: Sag Harbor’s Sage & Madison offers a reliably chic and unique curation of pantry staples, trinkets, décor, jewelry, textiles, beauty, and more. You’ll often find us perusing what’s new in the antique barn as we stop by Chris Coffee’s historical property located at, you guessed it, Sage & Madison. Don’t forget to pick up some house brand candles, tea, coffee, jam, or seasoning while there, so you can re-create the magic at home.
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VALENTINO VISIONS Piccioli sent 102 breathtaking creations cascading down the marble stairs of the world-famous Spanish Steps in Rome. From the inclusive casting to the heavenly silhouettes, it was a powerful and emotive outing of modern-day couture. The designer even allowed models to choose their own footwear for their walk, so they would feel safe and confident on the steep stairs. For the grand finale, the maestro was joined by leaders of the atelier to take his bow. Bravissimo! CHANEL COWGIRLS Virginie Viard continued her fondness for equestrian and Western references, teaming pretty-as-a-picture ensembles with cowboy-style boots. The set, created by artist Xavier Veilhan, featured arches and bull’s-eye targets in the sandy stadium of the Étrier de Paris equestrian center, too. Madame Chanel’s 1930s silhouettes were on the brain—drop waists, lean black outfits, sensible skirt suits, frock coats, and strong shoulders. “The clothes remain light, feminine, designed to be worn. I can’t see myself doing it any other way,” Viard said. In the case of a sparkly sequin skirt and bolero jacket set teamed with a hair bow and the aforementioned cowboy boots, we agree.
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Haute, haute, haute! The City of Light boasted a dazzling display of fashion for the Fall ’22 couture season. From Olivier Rousteing’s incroyable guest offering for Jean Paul Gaultier and Daniel Roseberry’s ode to ’80s maestro Christian Lacroix at Schiaparelli, it was a feast of beauty. Bien sur, there was shimmering embroidery, feathers, and embellishment at mainstays like Chanel, Giambattista Valli, and Armani Privé, while the unparalleled Iris van Herpen celebrated her 15th anniversary. As for Pierpaolo Piccioli’s Roman spectacular…you know you’re onto something when Anna Wintour leaps to her feet and leads the crowd in a standing ovation.
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