The Daily Front Row Art Issue

Bienvenido to Miami! And just like that, Fashion Week is a fond but distant memory and we’re back in town to soak up the culture, style, and art in the Sunshine State. • Kicking things off, The Daily will fête holiday issue cover stars supermodel Shanina Shaik and multihyphenate Sterling “Steelo” Brim over an intimate dinner and after-party at Irma’s at the W Hotel South Beach. Let the season de joie begin!

GIRL POWER!

Emma Summerton is the fifth female photographer in Pirelli history to lens supermodels du jour for “The Cal.” Meet some of the stars of her “Love Letters to the Muses” concept for 2023.

KARLIE

“I am a total nerd at heart, and I embrace it! I don’t feel I was told enough growing up that you can be more than one thing.”

ASHLEY

SUPERMODELAPPROVED!

We love this party-season beauty hack from none other than Kate Moss.

The fun-loving superstar revealed that she keeps a handy eyelash curler stashed in her handbag so she can curl her lashes en route to the next soirée and instantly look more awake. Magic!

“I’d tell my younger self, everything is going to come to you when it needs to, you don’t need it all right now. Be patient and know that your body is going to change somebody’s life. Hang in there and don’t let the criticism get to you.”

LAUREN

“I think I’m my own muse. I had a 1 percent chance of survival—I should not be here, but I know that things happen for a reason and I’m just getting started.”

• Esteban Cortazar will celebrate his 20th-anniversary Farfetch collection at the Faena Theater with Honey Dijon on the decks.

• Silvia Tcherassi will present her Pre-Fall 2023 runway show at Mayfair House Hotel & Garden.

• The opening of Fendi Casa, the luxury brand’s interiors concept, will be toasted at a chic cocktail gathering.

• Balmain will host an exhibition in partnership with Cuban contemporary artist Alexandre Arrechea at Villa Balmain, including physical art, digital art, NFTs, and an innovative Web3 experience.

• Pérez Art Museum Miami will present “Leandro Erlich: Liminal,” an interactive exhibition spanning two decades of the artist’s work.

Elrow’s sunset-to-sunrise spectacular will feature big-name DJs including Blond:ish, Cloonee, De la Swing, and Ms. Mada.

• Also on our must-see list of exhibitions? Gagosian’s “100 Years” in collaboration with Jeffrey Deitch; Craig Robins Collection’s “Two of the Same Kind” at DACRA; the first-ever Prizm Art Fair Contemporary African Art Fair; and THE OFFICE. & F2T Gallery’s “I Don’t Need It, But I Want It,” to name a few. See you there!

Karlie Kloss

Ashley Graham

Lauren Wasser

DIVINE DAPHNE!

We called Emmy-winning TV host, cookbook author, and stylish mom-of-four Daphne Oz for some festive cheer. Fave dish to impress guests at the last minute?

My grandmother’s lemony and garlicky eggless Caesar salad, followed by a gorgeous spaghetti. A simple combo of garlic, chili, and olive oil is perfection on pasta… mash in a couple of anchovies, too, if you’re feeling mermaidy! Then broken bars of salty dark chocolate and fresh cold clementines for dessert. [Recipes on daphneoz.com. Highlight of 2022? Releasing my New York Times–bestselling cookbook, Eat Your Heart Out!

What’s one dish from it that we have to try?

My Blueberry Oatmeal Bake; it tastes like blueberry muffins and bread pudding had a baby. Holiday survival musts? Sweet snuggles. Christmas carols. Roaring fires. Fun surprises. A perfect black dress, feathered or glittering heels, and lots of jewelry…and plenty of cocktails!

SCENE • It’s sparkle season! Inside these pages you’ll find no shortage of luxe holiday style and gorgeous gifting ideas • Moda Operandi recently took us back to the 2000s in a chic time machine with its one-night-only aughtsinspired Club Moda. Guests including Sienna Miller, Lameka Fox, Jasmine Sanders, Camila Morrone, and more danced the night away to a surprise performance by Kelis. We want to party like it’s 2004 every day!

Late Nights at Sexy Fish Miami!

The Pelican Hotel has a new guise, thanks to Diesel founder Renzo Rosso, who has purchased, designed, and redecorated the legendary property.

Our Lady of Rocco—the collaboration between womenswear brand La Ligne and chef Mario Carbone— is celebrating Part II of the collection with an Art Basel pop-up at ZZ’s Club, where guests can also purchase one-of-a-king vintage Nino Cerruti suits.

3. Bottega Veneta will continue its collab with architect Gaetano Pesce at Design Miami with an exhibition, artist talk, book signing, and sale of select “Come Stai?” resin chairs created by Pesce. Our sources tell us that Raf Simons and Prada are rumored to be throwing a rave during ABMB. We’ve heard stranger things!

5. Toronto’s Italian fine-dining hot spot Sofia has now landed in the Design District.

6. Maze Lounge is an upscale new speakeasy-style karaoke bar above Novikov.

You’ll find us there from 10 p.m. November 30–December 3 for the After Dark DJ lineup, featuring sounds by Alec Monopoly, WhoMadeWho, Themba, and Kemikal Ali.

Contributing Editor Sophie Sumner

Photo Editor Jessica Athanasiou-Piork

Imaging Specialist George Maier

Marketing Director Nandini Vaid

Fashion Publishing Director Monica Forman

Events/Experiential Consultant Alex Dickerson

Digital Operations Daniel Chivu

Manufacturing Operations Michael Esposito Amy Taylor

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7. Mr. Hospitality is opening a new supper club concept in the famed Paris Theater space.

8.A heavenly Biologique Recherche body massage is now available at Paul Labrecque Salon and Skincare Spa in Palm Beach.

After a crazy year, you can bet that we’re craving some restorative downtime. This holiday season, you’ll catch us unwinding beside the infinity pool at the breathtaking Rock House, a Grace Bay Resorts property in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos.

After Condé Nast filed a $4 million lawsuit against Drake for using fake Vogue covers to promote a new album, we want to extend our offer for him to be our faux cover star any day. Call us on our cell phone!

ON THE COVERS

(From top) Shanina Shaik photographed by Jullien and Hailey; blazer: Vintage Jil Sander. Sterling “Steelo” Brim, photographed by Emilio Sanchez.

Spring/Summer ’23

WINNER’S Circle

Fashion’s crème de la crème were celebrated at The Daily’s ninth-annual Fashion Media Awards at the Rainbow Room in September. The show was hosted by Busy Philipps, and honorees included Doja Cat for Breakthrough Fashion Icon; Gigi Hadid and Francesca Aiello, who won Fashion Collaboration of the Year for their Gigi x Frankies Bikinis line; Lara Stone for Fashion Icon; Karen Elson for Fashion Force; Maye Musk for Breakthrough Model; Interview’s Mel Ottenberg for Editor of the Year; Heidi Klum and Tim Gunn of Making the Cut for Best Fashion TV Series; Sam Edelman for Fashion Innovator; and Michael Fisher for Men’s Stylist. The evening was sponsored by Kérastase, LAGOS, Prime Video’s Making the Cut, Sam Edelman, FIJI Water, Whispering Angel, and Ferrero Rocher.

by CAROLINE FISS

Busy Philipps

Photography

David LaChapelle, Presenter to Doja Cat, Breakthrough Fashion Icon

Doja Cat: “I can’t believe this! I’m so inspired by my mom. I remember she told me that when I was little I never let her dress me. I’m an indecisive person. I struggled with fashion my whole life. That was part of me from the beginning. I believe in being who you want to be and not what the world needs you to be.… I’m so grateful. I thank God.”

Tan France, Presenter to Gigi Hadid and Francesca Aiello, Fashion Collaboration of the Year

Tan France: since high school, so it seems like they have a bit of an advantage when it comes to creating the perfect collab. Their collaboration is a tribute to their years of sharing bikinis, when playing on the beaches of their childhood city of Malibu. What a bloody long way they’ve both come since those days…my gosh.”

Gigi Hadid: a part of my life that has brought so much joy. For everyone in this room, we’re creative, and we understand how special those moments can be.”

Carine Roitfeld, Presenter to Lara Stone, Fashion Icon

Carine Roitfeld: “When we first met, I immediately was obsessed with Lara. It was like love at first sight. She was different from all the girls at that time. There was something magnetic about her, not just a stunning face but her temper, her fearlessness, her smile. Somehow she has that intriguing and sensual something of Marilyn Monroe. In French, we have a famous saying, ’When you love, you do not count.’ I can’t even tell myself how many Vogue covers I gave to Lara. We did most of my favorite pictures together and built the best relationship a fashion editor can dream of with a model. She would always trust my vision and ideas and embody in the best possible way all my craziest fantasies. Loyalty is something to cherish in fashion, and I couldn’t be prouder to hand you this Fashion Icon award.”

Tosca Musk and Brooke Wall, Presenters to Maye Musk, Breakthrough Model

Brooke Wall: “Maye Musk does not need an introduction; this incredible woman who inspires me and so many others every day has been modeling since she was a teen. And at 74, she is receiving the Breakthrough Model award! Maye has single-handedly raised three of the most incredible humans on the planet and has the best work ethic of anyone I’ve ever met. Her professionalism, drive, patience, intelligence, kindness, and loyalty shine from the minute you meet her. She knows how to party better than any rock star! I’ll never forget walking into a dive bar in Paris and Maye immediately ordering a Sex on the Beach!” Maye Musk: “My other son, Elon, would have been here tonight if he wasn’t launching a rocket into space. I don’t think most mothers can say that.”

Maye Musk, Tosca Musk, and Brooke Wall

Tim Gunn: “Fashion has evolved from being just about beautiful, enticing clothes to being about the larger rubric of branding—and all that that entails. On Making the Cut, you see what that entails and you have the further excitement of being able to purchase each episode’s winning look right then and there, and have it on your doorstep the very next day. As we say, “Watch it/wear it.” If you can believe it, Heidi and I have worked together for 18 years, and among the many elements that bond us is our commitment to supporting up-and-coming designers, especially those who champion sustainability and gender-neutral inclusivity, all of which you see on the show.”

Amber Valetta, Presenter to Karen Elson, Fashion Force

Karen Elson: “I’m extremely grateful to receive this award. I’ve been a model for a very long time and I still love what I do and love the creative community I’m blessed to be a part of. This award is dedicated to the sisterhood of all the models I know and love, who often don’t get the recognition they deserve as a valuable and integral part of our industry. People often mistake beauty as the singular trait that makes a model successful, but to be a great model you must possesses something far more than beauty alone. A great model is a bit of an outsider—she’s a collaborator, an artist, a silent-film actress. We know how to make bad clothes look good and how to conjure emotion into an image. For me, that part of my job never gets old. I still get chills and love that creative spark. The hardest part of this business for me has simply been the business. At 43, it’s taken years for me to have the confidence to stand up for myself. Often that comes with being labeled as difficult, but it’s anything but. Expecting to be treated with decency shouldn’t be an outlandish request; it should the norm.”

Andrea Pitter and Yannik Zamboni, Presenters to Heidi Klum and Tim Gunn, Making the Cut, Best Fashion TV Series

Ethan Hawke, Presenter to Michael Fisher, Men’s Stylist

Ethan Hawke: “Michael is one of the most prolific, talented, and humble stylists in this whole scene. He’s unpretentious and extremely serious about what he does. He’s an industry tastemaker challenging preconceived notions of what a leading man can look like.”

Michael Fisher: I’m very lucky to get to work with you and all the other incredibly talented actors. Thank you, my work, but it’s not just my work. I couldn’t do what I do without the support group I have.… To my mom, who always makes me less stressed after we talk. And I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for my partner. He encouraged me to start this career and is my daily support and inspiration.”

Katie Couric: “Obviously she is a kick-ass woman doing incredible things, but what I love about [Olivia] is her commitment to family and the fearlessness that she and so many of her generation embody. The notion that there are no boundaries, that success is there for the taking. If they put you in a box, your job is to bust it wide open.”

Olivia Culpo: “I want to dedicate this award to all the women who have gone before me, like Katie. Behind every chapter of success in my career is an army of other women who have helped forge a path making the impossible feel possible. A win for one of us is a win for all of us, so I would like to accept this award in honor of every single person out there and in this room continuing to break down those barriers as an inspiration for myself and for generations to come.”

Draya Michele

Micaela Erlanger

Josie Canseco

Leni Klum

Katie Couric, Presenter to Olivia Culpo, Celebrity Entrepreneur

Rebecca Hessel Cohen, Presenter to Sam Edelman, Fashion Innovator

Rebecca Hessel Cohen: “When Sam asked me to present this award tonight, I wondered what it truly means to be an innovator. An innovator is someone who sees potential where others don’t; an innovator glimpses beyond actuality and assumes the risk necessary to make their vision a reality. An indelible force, Sam personifies the shoe business and is always looking ahead to the next generation. His originality, relentless passion, determination, and extraordinary ability to evolve with the decades, carve out niches, and foster young talent is unparalleled.”

Sam Edelman: “Just as I had incredible support to empower me throughout my career, the most important

impact I will have as an innovator is my ability to nurture the next generation of talent. Teaching, empowering, and imprinting on young visionaries will not only carry on my legacy as a designer but will lead to innovation in the industry beyond what I could have ever created on my own. To work with young talent is my No. 1 pride. When I go to the office every day, I’m so fortunate to have 70 employees that I call family—and hundreds more who have worked alongside [wife and co-founder] Libby and me throughout our lives. Rebecca, one of my greatest mentees and a fellow innovator whom I respect hugely, is a living testament of this forcible impact on the fashion business. My team here with me tonight is the embodiment of the excitement that’s to come from our next generation of leaders in our industry.”

Hari Nef, Presenter to Interview Editor of the Year

Hari Nef:

fashion editor. He is the consummate man on the street—feet on the ground, everywhere all at once, going in through the front door. There is no high or low for Mel—no up or down, only through, just to see what he finds on the way. Mel is interested and interesting— insatiable in his enthusiasms, which bloom but never wither. He will call me to extol the virtues of this pant, that bagel, her hair in that movie from 1982, ’Have you seen it? You

He’ll ask me if I’ve met soand-so. ’She’s major,’ he’ll say. Sometimes, I have, but most of the time I haven’t, and in a year I will see this girl everywhere. I was that girl once. Mel put me in a fashion show long before pretty much any of you knew what to do with me. He styled me when I had nothing to wear and Rihanna was his only other client. He had me in his home, where I would cry on his couch, wringing my hands over how I thought other people saw me— give me a break, I was in my early twenties. ’I see you,’ he would say to me, ’and you’re fabulous.’ ”

Pritika Swarup

Devon Windsor

Niyo Malik

Tessa Brooks

Jamie Hector

Alejandra Trombetta and friends

Devon Windsor and Steven Lagos

Lucas Castellani and Victoria Brito

Carrie Berk

Charlotte Bickley

Rebecca Vallance

Yannik Zamboni

Christina Caradona

Ruth O’Neill and Freya Drohan

Nandini Vaid and Tika the Iggy

Priscille Canivet

Francesca Aiello and Gigi Hadid enjoying Whispering Angel with Tan France

Roz

Davis Burleson

Heather Marks Lexi Wood Andrea Pitter

Daphne Guinness and David LaChapelle

Katie Couric

Lara Stone

Carmen Carrera

Olivia

Diana Madison

Maye Musk

Gigi Hadid

Christine Chiu

Haley

Richie Shazam

Danielle Bernstein

Amina Kadyrova in LAGOS jewelry

Dougie Joseph

Monica Ahanonu

Joy Corrigan

Garrett Swann

Victoria Brito

Georgia Sumner

Ashley Haas wearing LAGOS jewelry

Dylan Mulvaney

Wilglory Tanjong

Sam Vartholomeos

Gabby Westbrook

Christine Quinn

Tiff Benson wearing LAGOS jewelry

Serena Kerrigan

Heidi Klum

Doja Cat

Keytt and Alex Lundqvist

Katya

Sophie Sumner

Jess Wang

Family DINNER

Photography by CAROLINE FISS

The only thing better than celebrating a cover star? Celebrating a whole set! The Daily Front Row and LAGOS jewelry recently toasted to Olivia, Aurora, and Sophia Culpo over an intimate dinner at Manhattan’s famed Scarpetta restaurant. The trio was in town to not only celebrate their first-ever cover together but also to attend the ninth-annual Fashion Media Awards, where Olivia received the Celebrity Entrepreneur accolade.

On the eve of New York Fashion Week officially kicking off, guests arrived to a private dining room at the Madison Avenue restaurant and chatted about their plans for the week ahead while discovering the latest sparkling pieces from LAGOS. Attendees enjoyed chilled champagne and FIJI Water.

Okay, now to the mouth-watering stuff! Chicettes fueled up on the eatery’s most delicious dishes, including tuna “susci” with truffle, braised short rib, cacio e pepe ravioli, pappardelle, grilled branzino, roasted chicken, espresso budino, and Valrhona chocolate cake with banana toffee sauce. Delicious!

Olivia Culpo

Sophia, Aurora, and Olivia Culpo

Among those who joined the Culpos and Team Daily for the celebration were Kate Lagos, Tessa and Cole Barton, Josie Canseco, Braxton Berrios, Mary Lawless Lee, Jess Wang, Mary Leest, Nastya Swan, Emma Brooks McAllister, Zack Lugo, Melany Rodriguez, Diana Madison, Aqua Parios, Sophie Sumner, Carrie Berk, Tiff Benson, Adelina Persaud, Charlotte Bickley, and more.

Joy Corrigan

Nikki Bohannon

Mary Lawless Lee

Charlotte Bickley

Josie Canseco

Jess Wang

Carrie Berk

Diana Madison

Braxton Berrios and Sophia Culpo

Tiff Benson Kate Lagos and Olivia Culpo

Adelina Persaud and Kate Lagos

Aurora Culpo

Emma Brooks McAllister and Zack Lugo

Freya Drohan

Jamie Harris, and Cole and Tessa Barton

Kate Lagos, Sophie Sumner, and Eddie Roche

Sophie Sumner

Mary Leest

Hollywood

Nights

Photography by CHARLEY GALLAY

It’s a new chapter at BCBGMAXAZRIA! The brand, which is reinventing itself with the help of a new design lead, celebrated its next era with a special dinner co-hosted with The Daily at Conservatory in West Hollywood. The evening celebrated its new Fall Signature collection and creative director Albino Riganello’s debut. The Italian designer joined the brand late last year, following major design roles at Givenchy, Dolce & Gabbana, and Zuhair Murad.

The night began with cocktails in the Firepit Lounge, followed by a sit-down dinner where dishes included popcorn chicken, short rib with frijoles, salmon, Bolognese, and squash blossom tetela. Specialty themed drinks for the celebration included The Signature and The BCBG.

Maeve Reilly

Albino Riganello

Joining the special evening were Maeve Reilly, Josie Canseco, Lilliana Vazquez, Carmella Rose, Dylan Mulvaney, Madi Webb, Elysee Sanville and Hart Denton, Marta Pozzan, Roz, Sam Evans, Rhiyen Sharp, Andrew Matarazzo, Leigh Brill, Dana Mizrahi, and The Daily’s Eddie Roche, among many others.

Madi Webb and Dylan Mulvaney

Albino Riganello

Sam Evans

Josie Canseco

Roz

Carmella Rose

Lilliana Vazquez

Andrew Matarazzo and Marta Pozzan

Hart Denton and Elysee Sanville

Rachel Bode, Eddie Roche, Maeve Reilly, and Albino Riganello

Dana Mizrahi and Leigh Brill

It isn’t Fashion Week without The Daily’s annual NYFW bash. This year, we celebrated Concept Korea’s return to the runway to showcase some of South Korea’s most talented designers. Jae Hyuk Lim and Bona Kim of BESFXXK, A-Young Kim of CAHIERS, and Seong Dong Lee of ul:kin debuted their Spring/Summer 2023 collections at Spring Studios—and then it was time to party!

Guests hit the chic rooftop of RT60 at Hard Rock Hotel New York in Midtown for a DJ set by Tommy Hart, who flew in from Mexico City to spin and brought an electric energy to the night. Joining us were Coco Rocha, Young Paris, Mark Vanderloo, Keytt and Alex Lundqvist, Tobias Sorensen, Ashley Haas, Seong Dong Lee, Dong-Hyuk Kim, Amanda Steele, Sigail Currie, Sessilee Lopez, Dougie Joseph, Kevin Aviance, Chris Flora, Anthony Flora, Daniel Benedict, Greg Calejo, Jonathan Morr, Evan Betts, Sophie Sumner, Taras Romanov, Vienna Skye, Sam Vartholomeos, D4M$loan, Garrett Swann, Marc Bouwer, Dorinda Medley, Carole Radziwill, Dusty Lachowicz, Madi Webb, Dylan Mulvaney, Brennin Hunt, and The Daily’s Eddie Roche, Freya Drohan, and Nandini Vaid.

BACKTogether

Coco Rocha

Irina Eicke

Chun Ja Young

Seong Dong Lee

Ashley Haas

Sessilee Lopez

Tommy Hart

Upstate Vodka

Sigail Currie

Photography by CAROLINE FISS

Sonja Morgan and Marc Bouwer

Sophie Sumner and Paul Margolin

Sam DeOliviera and Rachel Weinstock

Chris Flora

Brennin Hunt and Freya Drohan

Amina Kadyrova

Francisco Escobar and Amanda Steele

Benjamin Adams and Caitlin Sinclair

Brian Lamont and LaToya Doyley

Kevin Aviance

Karin Kopano, Daniel Benedict, Eddie Roche, and Kane Manera

Nandini Vaid and Ryan McDevitt

Dusty Lachowicz and Matthew Sinnaeve

Bennett Chin and Garrett Swann

Sam Vartholomeos, Alex Lundqvist, and Stephanos Yerolemou

Tobias Sorensen

Maximilian Eicke and Irina Eicke

Greg Calejo, Jacqui Cox, and Daniel Benedict

Eileen Rhein

Michelle Mancero and Demi Halawa

Alex Lundqvist and Mark Vanderloo

Paddy Cecil Hattie Doolittle

Shanina’s New Era

Supermodel Shanina Shaik and her boyfriend, Matthew Adesuyan, welcomed their first child, Zai Adesuyan, in October, and this new mama is loving every minute. She tells THE DAILY how giving birth to her son has changed her world, how she’s navigating motherhood, and hints at a project that’s going to keep her busy in the new year.

By EDDIE ROCHE Photography by JULLIEN AND HAILEY

Congratulations on being a new mom! How has your life changed in the past few months? My life has changed forever, but in the best way possible! Motherhood is such a beautiful thing. I’m so excited to be Zai’s mother. I definitely have a newfound respect for women, especially going through the pregnancy journey and after giving birth. How are you sleeping?

[Laughs] Not a lot of sleep! Last night I didn’t get much. He’s such a good baby. I’m quite lucky. He’s just a very hungry baby! Apart from that, I have a lot of help and support, as well from [boyfriend] Matthew. His parents [help], and my mom was here for three months, too. That was nice. I’m just very independent. I like to do everything by myself. I need to delegate more in my new role!

What was the pregnancy experience like for you?

I had a good pregnancy. I’m lucky that I did. I felt beautiful and really good about myself. My energy was great. I was traveling and working. I only started showing after five months. I was working until I announced, which was nice because I could finally talk about it on set. I had a beautiful pregnancy overall. I could do it again because it was quite easy.

Zai is an uncommon name. What’s the story behind it? I was playing around with names and wanted something unique. My background and Matthew’s background are quite unique, so I wanted something that was not heard of and common. Zai is a name that is used in most countries and because he’s so diverse, I thought it was a great name for him. I like hearing the name. We don’t hear a lot of names with the letter z these days.

It’s a cool name! How have you been losing the baby weight?

[As women] we want to get back to our normal weight, obviously, and are comfortable with what we knew before. A lot of women will understand that their body doesn’t go back to what it was. Maybe not at all. It will eventually, but it takes some time. I’ve had a lot of questions about [my body], and I don’t feel the pressure to get back to what I was. I did give birth and putting stress on my body to bounce back quickly is not great for myself or for Zai, especially when I’m breastfeeding. I enjoy working out and the feeling it gives me. This week I got clearance to get back to my classes, and I’m excited to do that. I love how exercising makes my body look and feel. But I’m just taking my time to get back to what I feel comfortable with. As a new mother, where do you get information when you have questions?

There’s so much information for new moms today because we have social media. The apps for me were helpful during the pregnancy to track everything and get questions answered. The apps are reliable because it’s women who have created them and do their research and put all their knowledge into one place. Obviously, asking your doctors and girlfriends and mom for information. For me, taking care of Zai, everyone has their own style. It depends on what works for you and your life. There’s a lot of misinformation out there as well. It’s scary for a lot of new moms. There are a lot of things we still don’t know and they don’t talk about it. Switching gears to talk about your career, you’re the face of Ksubi. They’re Australian!

Did you have a connection to the brand?

I’ve been familiar with the brand since I was quite young. They’ve been around for so many years. I built a relationship with them through my friends and have worn their stuff over the years. It’s great denim and streetwear. They’ve collaborated with P.E Nation. I have a great relationship with the owner as well. They’re a great brand, and I love supporting Australian brands.

Your Daily cover is coming out during Art Basel. Do you collect art? Do you make art?

I love art. Growing up I wish I had indulged in being more of an artist. Growing up in school, I was good at art and got awards for art projects that I was doing. Today, Matthew and I like to look in art galleries. I love art history. We’re definitely in touch with the art community. I find I like to look at street art. I’m excited for Art Basel!

What do you like to do in Miami?

South Beach is always popular. Anywhere that David Grutman has an amazing restaurant, I’ll be at! I love Miami. For me, it’s nice to get away to the beach. I’m from Australia, and we’re at the beach all the time. It’s my happy place. There’s a lot going on in Miami. I feel like it’s Las Vegas, but on a beach! I love the culture and the food and lying out. Usually when I’m there I’m quite busy.

The holidays are coming. What are your annual traditions?

This year is super exciting because it’s Zai’s first Christmas. I lost my grandmother recently, and we have a small family, so it was hard at Christmas to not have her there. So having an addition is going to make this year special for us. Matthew is going to be coming to Australia with his family, so we have a lot of family this year to celebrate. It’s quite warm in Australia. We don’t have a white Christmas. We buy seafood and have lunch and then presents and then desert after. That’s our tradition.

Anything else lined up?

Next year, I’m beginning the process of my own skincare brand. I can’t tell exactly what it is yet, but it’s not going to be like everyone else. I have a passion for skincare. The mother in me always wants to help people feel confident and good about themselves. It’s exciting!

PRODUCER: SHANINA SHAIK; HAIR: DARINE SENGSEEVONG/ART DEPARTMENT USING ORIBE; MAKEUP: CHARLOTTE PREVEL; STYLIST: ZOE GOFMAN; BLAZER: VINTAGE JIL SANDER; BRA: AGENT PROVOCATEUR

Steel WILL

How can you summarize Sterling “Steelo” Brim’s career in a box with a neat little bow on it? Well, you can’t—and that’s intentional. Never one to accept what he could or couldn’t achieve, the Chicago native has forged a dynamic career that spans television, music, podcasting, producing, and more—thanks to his can-do attitude and larger-than-life charisma. But if you want to know what’s really inspiring him these days, beyond his love for the entertainment industry, it’s his impressive and thought-provoking art collection. Let’s just say, we had a lot to talk about. Here’s where it started—and where it’s going.

By FREYA DROHAN Photography by EMILIO SANCHEZ

You’ve said you got your sense of humor from your family, too.

My whole family is goofy and funny—very outspoken! They kept me on my toes growing up. Being around the table with my family is always insanity; everyone believes they’re correct.

You had your first piece of art published when you were age 5. What type of career did you initially think you’d pursue?

It was a little drawing that I’d done. The piece was only published in a Chicago school magazine or newspaper or something, but I was interested in art as a kid for sure. Art and creating is what I care about the most. For a 5-year-old, it was cool at the time. Looking back, I remember it being a big deal. I’d drawn a boat and myself on a boat fishing—fishing for books! “Literature in the water,” I wrote down, “hooked on reading.” It was a pretty brilliant thing for a 5-year-old to put this together. I definitely was creative, and I loved being the center of attention for a minute. What were some fateful moments that put you on course to the entertainment industry?

Jokingly, I say the movie Hardball, which I was in when I was 12. Just because I was good at baseball! But it opened my eyes to the world in general, opportunities I’d never even known about, being a kid from the West Side of Chicago. People would say, “You’ve a great personality,” but I didn’t have the access or knowledge. That was my first time seeing what the other side felt like, and I thought, “This is interesting.” How did you get cast in the movie? I was ranked in the state for baseball. We didn’t even have a school team—there was no funding for a public school team—but I played in the Garfield Park and Franklin Park Little Leagues and when the audition was going on, the principal called my house. I’m thinking I’m in trouble! It was a rather tough audition for a kid. You couldn’t miss because if you did, you were out! But [the experience] gave me hope as an inner-city Black kid. I’d always dreamed of what was on the outside, and this was just a glimpse. What came next?

I had some talent agencies reach out. People were thinking, “This kid’s collecting checks with no agent!” I remember them contacting me off that and saying, “There’s more you could be doing.” I went back to school and gained the nickname “Hollywood.” Because I was kind of a showboat. It fit, as well. As a kid, there’s a lot that comes with that kind of attention—envy and people thinking that you think you’re better than them.

Tell us the backstory to Ridiculousness, and your journey on the show over the past decade. I working in A&R when I met Chris “Drama” Pfaff, the cousin of Rob [Dyrdek, host/ creator], who was trying to form a publishing and production company. He knew I was kind of a hustler on the ground, running at all times and I had a network. I was 19 or 20, just trying to figure out my next dollar, but I had a network. Rob came to the studio twice and I was just being myself…probably loud and obnoxious! [Laughs] He saw something in me and said, “Hey dude, I think you’re funny. I’ve been looking for a co-host.” It sounds like a BS story, but it’s true! I thought it was just Hollywood talk and I’d fake that I’m interested. I didn’t think anything would come to fruition. But months later, he called me and said they would start filming at 10 a.m. tomorrow and could I be there. I’d never been on TV; I had no prep and no experience. But life is about opportunities in small windows—and the rest is history! We’re 11 years in now. It’s a great story. Would you ever write it as a show of its own?

Well, I’d maybe write it in a more digestible way. All of us who are living in this capacity are aware that unless there’s something crazy, our lives are interesting, but not that interesting! I don’t really see my life as the story.

What does the next era of Ridiculousness look like?

Take us back to growing up in Chicago. What kind of kid were you?

I was a small but confident kid! I probably overcompensated with my personality because of that. I was always creative, artistic, and athletic. My parents kept me busy, because that was the way to keep us safe.

The plan is for us to continue on. If it ain’t broke, no need to fix it. The show has evolved into a more pure form, so we’ll continue to do that. Turn it on, people get it— this is you, America! This is how you look! That allows it to be successful as people can laugh.

What’s important to you as a storyteller?

To be as clear as possible, to give many perspectives, to be as authentic as possible.

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People can tell when you’re not being transparent. Being able to convey a true story that connects to so many others, that means a lot to me. We’re all so much more alike than you think, and this way you’ll impact a lot of people. When and why did you get the nickname “Steelo”?

Estilo is Spanish; it means style. My dad gave me the nickname when I was about 1 year old. He said, “This kid’s gonna be stylish”—and I did start dressing myself around 3. So that nickname came long before “Hollywood.”

Okay, let’s talk about your style. We know that you like to style yourself. What fashion do you gravitate toward?

I’d say comfort, first and foremost. And nostalgia! I love vintage pieces that have traveled. Whether it’s through art or fashion, there’s always a story to be told. I love grabbing a shirt or a pair of jeans and wondering where they came from. Music is an influence, too. It takes me to a place; those memories of pure bliss, and I remember that time when I listened to it first. It takes me back, and fashion is the same. But I’m really all over the place! [Laughs] “Homeless chic” would be my look, but Kanye

[“Ye” West] has ruined that. I try to come across confident and let my personality come through.

How did you get into collecting art?

My taste has definitely expanded since I started collecting when I was young. The first major piece that made me feel like, “Wow, I’m really doing this,” was by Sam Gilliam. That was the first time I dealt with a gallery and learned the storytelling behind the work. That was me doing my due diligence and thinking about the message of the art.

What draws you into a piece of artwork?

Obviously, just looking at it, it has to grab my eye. The storytelling, the artist—that’s what draws us in, whether it’s television, film, sculpture, or any art form. For me, the connection has to be there. There has to be a sense of home. I have to be thinking what it’s trying to say if I want it to feel like it could be a piece of me.

Who are some of your favorites?

I’ll go through my collection—Amoako Boafo, Emmanuel Taku, Cornelius Annor, Jammie Holmes, and Otis Kwame Kye Quaicoe. Joel Mesler created a piece for me, which was one of my first commissioned pieces. It has the words “This Breath.” I smoke weed, but it’s about living in the moment, living for this breath, a reminder to slow down. Sam Gilliam, who I mentioned, I collect him as I’m drawn to his colors. He was one of the only Black artists out of all his peers in Washington Color School in the 1950s. He was overlooked and didn’t get the same recognition as his white peers. Then there’s Hank Willis Thomas, who talks about racial and gender inequalities and how we’re so much more alike than we think. The piece that I purchased shows how much the Black and LGBT+ communities can learn from each other. Do you have some on your wish list or watch list?

Yes! It’s crazy when you think of it—Derek Fordjour, George Condo, Barkley L. Hendricks, Nicolas Party, Stanley Whitney, and one of my homies, Jacob Rochester. You seem like someone who’s willing to step into any role in the creative process and try your hand at new things. Where does that willingness stem from?

It comes from delusion! It’s a false reality. Maybe it’s the confidence from my childhood that gave me the belief that I can do anything. I don’t know if it’s from my parents, but I credit them. Jack of all trades, master of none—but oftentimes, it’s better than a master of one! I’m not necessarily the best, but don’t let others project anything on you or say what you can and can’t do. We’re all multilayered, so to not pull those layers back would be a disservice to ourselves.

You’ve had new music come out recently. Were you always into making music?

Yeah, as a kid I’d get on the fax machine and rap! My mom would be like, “Don’t touch that!” But I’d go hide in a part of the house and have freestyle battles with my boys down the line. I never gave it too much energy; my parents said it was the last thing they wanted me to do. We tend to have the wrong conversations about rap; I mean, think of the vocabulary of the average rapper! I was always part of the creative process as an A&R guy, but too afraid of jumping into it. Then I thought, “Who are you living for? Do it for yourself, even if nothing comes from it.” The greater things in life are on the other side of fear.

Great saying! How did your podcast, “Wine & Weed,” come to be?

My co-host, Chris Reinacher, is a big podcast and NPR guy. He was coming to me for years, way before podcasting was hot! I would say, “Dude, I’ve no interest.” Then Joe Rogan got his $100 million deal, and I thought, “You know, maybe I’m wrong! Maybe my whole life should be about podcasting!” In America, we’re so afraid to have a conversation with each other, yet it’s the only way we can progress, and the only way we can understand each other. So we have a conversation [on the show], but we take the pressure off by using the social lubrication of wine and weed!

What do you want listeners to take away from it?

We’re not journalists, but I hope that people come away with a perspective they didn’t think about before. As a Black man, I could sit on a podcast and tell you all the inequities, but I can’t tell you about things that I’m not a voice of. The podcast is meant to bring in those different perspectives.

What’s your relationship with social media like?

I think my relationship with social media is like my relationship with anything— I need it to survive, but I wish I didn’t. It is what it is, though, and as long as I’m doing a good job at being my authentic self and as long as I never put any pressure on myself to be something I’m not, then I’ll have a decent relationship with it.

What are some dreams you still hope to achieve?

I kind of let the people and God decide. Producing more music, creating at the highest level, and more art! They’re my only dreams.

MADAME BUTTERFLY

Emily Ferguson is a new name to know. The emerging L.A.-based artist recently presented her first solo exhibition, “Your Spirit, My Butterfly,” a series of 14 oil-on-canvas portraits that combined the delicate feelings of loss with the strength and power of a woman transforming and evolving in a formative period of her life. At their core, the paintings are also an ode to beauty and what Ferguson calls the “editorial energy” that has inspired her from her days as a fashion model to now, as she continues her own metamorphosis.

By FREYA DROHAN

When did you make the leap to creating art full-time?

Art was something I always wanted to pursue. From 2019–20, my partner and I shared a studio space and it was the first time I started selling work, so I realized it could become my full-time career. I dove into it once I felt like I had the means to do it; there’s this nature of making art where it’s an expensive thing to do, but I worked part-time and had a night job to afford to have a studio until I got myself to a place where I could start to see the future.

Congrats on your debut show this past summer. Why were butterflies on the brain?

My nana passed away during COVID, and everything felt really low. We were super close, and it was my first experience with deep loss. I lived in Chinatown, which is walkable for L.A., and I spent a lot of time walking outside. I kept having this strange thing happen where white butterflies were coming up to me. I started associating it with my nana, the evolution of how we go back to nature, and the seasonality of our emotions.

What other symbols informed this series of paintings, “Your Spirit, My Butterfly”?

I’ve always been drawn to painting hair. I have a family full of hairdressers, but I didn’t recognize until later in life how much that impacted me. I used to sit down and my nana would do my hair. It was a ritualist thing, and subconsciously now it comes out in my work. Hair shows so much emotion, and [in this series] it was huge in showing seasonality, change, and time. You originally began your career as a model. How did you get your start?

I was scouted when I was 17. It was so random; they saw me in a restaurant, and I was so caught off guard. I guess that’s always how it goes! I had never thought about it. I was going to community college after graduating high school, so I thought, “Why not!” I loved fashion and meeting people, and I thought it could be interesting. What are some fond memories of that time?

I was based in San Diego County, so it’s what formed my excitement and interest in being in L.A. regularly for work. This was six or seven years ago, and it was so different. Influencers hadn’t really started and everything was being shot in studio—no one was doing anything on their phones. I remember the first time I did a test shoot. It wasn’t even a big job, but it was my introduction to how much is out there, and the beauty and talent that’s in the world. It opened my eyes, and I see now that it got me to where I am—to support myself and start buying my own materials and finding a studio. The photographer from that first shoot is now a good friend, too! On that note, you’ve used the term “editorial energy” to describe the paintings. Tell us more! There’s a striking nature to them, whether it’s the subject looking directly at you, the color, or the strength of the unwavering gaze. I wanted to have that same feminine power from the beautiful editorials I used to look at. It sits with you in a way. You want to know that confident woman and what she’s thinking because there’s an energy that pulls you in and the image strikes something inside of you. Why are the ’90s one of your prevailing reference points?

I think it was the last era of supermodels starring in the type of editorials that we don’t have anymore. There’s a nostalgia

for it and those images. Now, we’re so oversaturated, whereas there’s a stillness in time with these older images. Also because ’90s fashion and cinema is such a hodgepodge; it’s a culmination of styles that come together. I find that important to translate into artwork—pulling a lot from one era that still speaks to so many times.

What do you hope people take away after viewing your work?

I guess you can call me a traditionalist. I still believe that looking at a piece of artwork and thinking it’s simply beautiful is just as impactful. I never intend for my work to be disruptive; it’s about finding my place in the beauty of the world.

Are you self-taught?

In a formal sense, yes. I spent three years in community college and I took every single art-related class I could, like art history and life drawing. I took that knowledge of how to use materials and dove into it on a self-taught level. I love what I do more than anything in the world.

I feel a compulsion to physically create something. I enjoy the cerebral, intellectual side of it, but I think that the physical nature is where the compulsory instinct is. Are there any other creative pursuits you enjoy?

I do enjoy writing! I think sometimes when I’m feeling at a loss of what to do, writing down my thoughts or my experiences lets me naturally find my feelings and emotions, which then drives me to paint. And I absolutely love to cook and bake—to use a different part of my brain.

What’s your speciality?

I make a great roast chicken and salad. It sounds so silly, but I make a damn good salad, and then a pie. My partner and I love entertaining and cooking for a group, Alice Waters–style.

Balance! As a young female artist, what type of career do you hope to have?

The most important thing is that I have a career of joy and creative fulfillment.

What’s next?

I’m moving into a beautiful new studio space, getting super focused, and deciding on new opportunities!

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Frédéric Malle has been working with the greatest perfumers in the world for more than 30 years, calling himself the “Perfume Publisher.” Just like an editor enhances an author’s words, Malle helps these perfumers perfect their offerings—to “help them to give the very best of themselves. My aim is to explore unknown olfactory territories, to publish exceptional perfumes, and for each of these perfumes to stand the test of time. I wish to help the greatest perfumers to compose the ‘classics’ of tomorrow.”

In 2022, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle launched two new scents, Synthetic Jungle and Uncut Gem, and was recently a partner at the Armory Art Fair in New York. This December, the brand sets its sights on Art Basel Miami, too. A notable highlight of the year was a collaboration with French designer Pierre Hardy, a longtime friend of Malle’s. The Holiday partnership sees limited-edition packaging available on all Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle products, as well as an exclusive toiletry case and

travel spray and kit in the iconic Pierre Hardy geometric pattern.

There’s a Frédéric Malle offering for everyone, but how do you find the perfect scent for yourself? “Our iconic perfumes—Portrait of a Lady, Carnal Flower, Musc Ravageur, and French Lover— are always popular, no matter the time of year,” the brand says. “Offering the right perfume to the right person is the ideal gift, but for someone who doesn’t feel comfortable doing that, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle has a line of rich scents designed for the home, too. These come in unusual forms, such as our rubber incenses and our perfume guns, as well as candles. Rubber incense is like a futuristic lavender sachet made of recyclable perfumed plastic that can fragrance a small space for up to a year, while perfume guns are sprays that dispense a generous amount of perfume, giving instant reward and extra soul to any home.”

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Lighting Up WALL STREET

As lower Manhattan continues to become the playground for the fashion crowd, The Wall Street Hotel is the latest mustvisit location. Opening its doors this year, the boutique hotel brings a chic sensibility and breath of fresh air to the neighborhood.

Lauren Schubert, director of marketing communications, and Sherrin Thomas, director of sales and marketing, tell THE DAILY what you can expect.

By EDDIE ROCHE

Tell us about the family behind the hotel.

Sherrin Thomas: A family with a legacy that spans 100 years of international trade and travel is behind The Wall Street Hotel. The Paspaley Group is an Australian family-owned-and-operated company that has opened its inaugural hotel in New York City’s historic financial district. Recognized as pioneers of the Australian South Sea pearling industry, the company today has a diverse portfolio ranging from pearling to retail, aviation to agriculture. The Paspaleys’ goal for patrons of The Wall Street Hotel is to consider the hotel a home away from home and that every guest who visits returns time and again. This has been a north star in the hotel’s approach to hospitality and played an important role in

everything from design and service to food and beverage. Their intention was for every detail of the hotel to feel welcoming and gracious, with an eclectic character that draws on the history of the building and its location. What’s the aesthetic of the hotel, and who designed it?

Lauren Schubert: The hotel’s design was curated by Liubasha Rose of Rose Ink Workshop, and the interiors of La Marchande restaurant were designed by Vicky Charles of Charles & Co. The designers set out to carry a balance of sophisticated approachability and radiant character in all the spaces. The interiors are inspired by classic luxury New York residences, with a light yet saturated palette that evokes a sense of calm and warmth intended to make guests feel at home.

What are some of your favorite things about the property?

Thomas: Our favorite thing about the property is the hotel’s collection of contemporary Australian Aboriginal art. The hotel is home to commissioned works from five of Australia’s leading Indigenous artists and is the result of the Paspaley family’s relationship with APY Art Centre Collective. APY is an Indigenousowned and -operated group of independent art studios representing artists from remote communities in the central Australian desert. The communities are small, but a profusion of acclaimed artists and revered cultural custodians call them home. Each piece in the hotel’s collection was created especially for The Wall

Street Hotel, commissioned initially as painted works, then re-created with master printmakers. Focusing on a variety of themes including light, homecoming, travel, and water, each piece in this groundbreaking collection has distinct cultural ties to the next. Together, the collection ties back to the hotel’s spirit and its Australian legacy and is a glimpse into the incredible talent of these artists whose works are exhibited in leading institutions around the world.

What services does the curated concierge offer?

Schubert: The curated concierge offers exclusive services and partnerships carefully selected to enhance the guest experience and bring the best of New York City to life. These include everything from on-demand massages, facials, yoga and stretching classes, custom tailoring, rush garment repair, shoe service, and private helicopter charters, as well as insider access to shows, concerts, and other local happenings.

You want To “Light Up Wall Street.” Say more about this!

Thomas: New York’s Financial District has been a post for Dutch fur traders, the first capital of the United States, and a center for global banking and commerce. Today, the area is on the verge of becoming something else, transforming over the past few decades from a dark-after-5 p.m. business center to a multifaceted 24/7 community. The Wall Street Hotel is poised to lead the transformation of the area, helping usher in an era

of vibrancy, culture, and chic sensibility all its own— everything modern travelers desire, and everything neighborhood residents crave. The hotel is embracing that spirit, with a goal to light up Wall Street and lead the cultural renaissance of the Financial District. The Lounge on Pearl is so special. Can New Yorkers just drop by after work for a drink?

Schubert: Yes, of course! We want the hotel to act as the neighborhood’s “living room”—a gathering place for locals to pop in for a coffee or cocktail, a spot where guests feel they have the city in the palm of their hand. The Wall Street Hotel has a variety of spaces where that can happen, and the Lounge on Pearl is one of them. What’s on the menu at John Fraser’s La Marchande?

Thomas: La Marchande conceptually aims to modernize French cuisine and is inspired by ingredients from around the world. The menu includes a grilled lobster dish, for example, an interpretation of Lobster Américaine, made with coconut milk instead of the traditional sauce, replete with butter and cream. La Marchande also showcases a classic New York raw bar, perched above the dining room, serving local and imported oysters, as well as creative tartares and rolls. For drinks, the menu features wines from France and the New World, and a cocktail list centers on vermouth.

Tell us about your event spaces.

Schubert: The Wall Street Hotel has more than 6,500 square feet of flexible event space. At 2,100 square feet, the Gerdau Ballroom is the hotel’s most spacious offering for both intimate affairs and grander occasions. Located on the top floor of the hotel, this room is flooded with light by day and surrounded by twinkling city lights in the evening. We like to call it our “jewel box” and, when paired with our top-floor lounge, bar, and terrace, it makes for the ultimate celebration. On the ground floor, there is the Pearl Room, which provides a bright and spacious venue perfect for seated dinners or creative meetings of up to 12 people. Similarly, La Marchande’s private dining room is the perfect setting for intimate groups of up to 10 guests overlooking the corner of Pearl and Wall streets.

You are both hotel industry veterans. What is it about this property that makes it so special?

Thomas: We like to think if buildings could talk, The Wall Street Hotel could spin infinite tales about the history it has witnessed. The building’s financial, political, and architectural legacy makes it one of the cornerstones of the city’s past, which is intertwined with the heritage of the family who now owns it. What makes it so special is that the hotel is itself a 120-year story that reveals many tales of adventure, curiosity, innovation, and global travel. We’re honored to be a part of this story and continue its legacy.

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It’s your time to shimmer and shine. The best thing about Q4 is the excuse to pull out all the stops and reach for disco ball–esque accessories, glamorous gowns, and embellishment galore. As always, we’re hotfooting it to Palm Beach’s go-to luxury fashion destination The Esplanade to get our magpie fix at staples like Pucci, Gucci, Akris, Badgley Mischka, Anne Fontaine, and more. Oh, how we love sparkle season!

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Congratulations! How are you feeling?

I’m very excited and nervous. There are a lot of feelings going on inside of me. You were really emotional in the last episode. What was that like? It’s like dreaming. You’re somewhere else with your head, and everything goes so fast. It was also freezing that night, so I was shivering and shaking. It was like a dream, and I don’t think I’ve woken up yet. Has it been hard to keep this a secret? When did you film the show? It started in December and our last assignment was in January. So by the end of January, everything was filmed. It’s been seven months of being super quiet and not talking to anyone. That was hard. Are you good at keeping secrets?

Yes, I think I am. I have to be. They also gave me a little time to reflect on things and how I wanted to handle things. It gave me the opportunity to get ready for it, which was also a good thing. What are you going to do with the million dollars?

I’m going to put it into my business. Everything is going into my business. I showed a collection at New York Fashion Week. I’m going to do a retail collection with Amazon; I have a personal assistant; I have employees. Everything is going into the business to grow it. But I don’t want to grow too fast. I want everything to be settled the way I want it as well.

What made you want to do the show?

I knew I had to change something in my business. I started my business during COVID and in the beginning it was okay, but it got harder and harder and harder. I didn’t have the funds to go into production, and I needed a bigger audience. Then this request came in asking if I wanted to join a TV show. Why not? Let’s do it!

Tell us about your vibe as a designer. The design is the center. We don’t want to do a lot of colors or print combinations. We don’t want to distract from the design. We deconstruct and build something that people don’t see often. We create something new and fresh. We design on

a binary system for male or female. We design for everybody. It’s very gender inclusive. We like to work with trans people, nonbinary, genderfluid people. We also try to be as sustainable as we can. We use materials that don’t break down into microplastic by using natural fibers.

Are you thinking of moving your business to New York?

I’m not planning anything, but I’m open-minded about going somewhere else. I sometimes feel like Switzerland is very small, very tightened up. But I always love going back to Switzerland, it’s my home, and I always feel like I’m home when I land there. But I’m open-minded. I don’t know if I would go somewhere else forever, but at the moment, I’m super open to going anywhere.

Have you been recognized since the show started airing?

Yes, it has changed, especially when I arrived in New York City. I guess a lot of people watch Prime Video and Making the Cut! There were people wanting selfies at Starbucks, and I was recognized when I was checking in at the hotel by the receptionist. I was in front of the hotel and people passing by were like, “Can we do a selfie? I love your designs!” This never happens in Switzerland; it’s just been here in New York. Perhaps the most dramatic moment of the season was when Jeremy Scott came down hard on you. What was going through your head when he yelled at you?

At first, I was kind of amused because I was like, “They’re not serious.” Then, since I’m a sensitive person, it touched me. After reflecting the same night about it, I was like, “Okay, if someone gets emotional about what you do, that person really does care.” I think he just wanted to push us to do more, and I think it was helpful. The next day I was like, “Okay, I’m going to show you I can.” It pushed me very much. It was a good thing for me!

Do you have any regrets from your experience of being on the show?

No, I do not. It was all part of the competition, and we had a good time. I don’t have regrets.

The winner takes it all! Yannik Zamboni took the top prize on Season 3 of Prime Video’s Making the Cut, a fashion design competition show hosted by Heidi Klum and Tim Gunn. The 36-year-old was awarded $1 million to invest in his business, plus the incredible opportunity to create an exclusive co-brand with Amazon Fashion. Raised in a small town in Switzerland, the maison blanche designer has a bachelor of arts in fashion design from University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland and founded his line in September 2020. THE DAILY checked in with him after his victory! By EDDIE ROCHE

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Anniversaire!

Hamilton Jewelers, a staple in the Palm Beach and Princeton, New Jersey, communities, is turning 110. With no shortage of celebrations planned, including the unveiling of a spectacular anniversary collection inspired by its rich history, we rang up Anne Russell, executive vice president, to get the lowdown—and to hear what trending diamond pieces we should have on our own wish list this holiday season.

By FREYA DROHAN

How does it feel to be celebrating 110 years as a family-run company?

We’re proud but also humbled. We’ve seen so many changes in our industry over the past several decades, and it feels incredible to have made it this far. Our communities in Palm Beach and Princeton have been hugely supportive; this also feels like it should be a celebration for them! Tell us about the special anniversary collection that’s in the works.

This collection took more than a year to develop; it’s been a real passion project. We took a deep dive into our archives and each piece honors a different moment in jewelry history. There are some extraordinary diamonds and gemstones! What are some company values that you think have ensured the success and longevity of the brand?

At the heart of our organization is a commitment to quality, service, and our community. Keeping these brand pillars top of mind has kept us grounded and inspires our team to do better every day. What consumer trends around fine/vintage/contemporary jewelry has Hamilton noticed this year? We’ve seen a huge uptick in diamond classics—the tennis bracelet and the Riviera necklaces are doing well, and yellow gold is a big trend right now. We have even reimagined some of our iconic yellow-gold styles into our 1970s collection. Lastly, our

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Giving back is integral to the company.

Tell us about some of the causes Hamilton has supported this year?

We’re proud to give back to hundreds of worthy charities in our markets every year. In 2022, we partnered with Hope for Depression in Palm Beach and HomeFront, which helps provide support for underprivileged children, in New Jersey. We also have an annual partnership with David Yurman to support breast cancer research. What’s your favorite thing about Palm Beach at this time of year?

One of my favorite things is seeing Worth Avenue decked out for the holidays. Even though the weather is mild, it’s a beautiful winter wonderland done up Florida-style. What are you most excited about for this new era of Hamilton?

We have so many exciting things on the horizon—we just opened Hamilton Home, a new decorative home and gift store, in Princeton, and we have recently completed multi-year long renovations in our flagship location there.

Tell us more about Hamilton Home!

Giftware has been an important part of the Hamilton business since we opened our doors, so it feels momentous to be dedicating an entire boutique to the category, and opening during our 110-year anniversary. We have a huge selection of home décor items and gifts, and some of the featured brands include Baccarat, Ginori 1735, Simon Pearce, William Yeoward Crystal, Juliska, and John Derian. The store will be organized by baby gifts, home décor, entertaining, wedding gifts, stationery, and linens. Visitors can expect the same signature customer service that Hamilton is known for. What’s one thing on your wish list this holiday season?

Once I’m finished setting up this home store, I’m going to need some serious wine therapy. This glassware set from Baccarat will be available at the new boutique! Also, this triple-row stretch bracelet is my dream gift because it’s a statement piece that goes with everything.

BACCARAT

Wine Therapy set, $1,250

HAMILTON JEWELERS

18K white gold and pavé diamond flower earrings, $14,500

Anne Russell

HAMILTON JEWELERS

Meet Us at The Colony

Instagram’s favorite pink-hued hotel is blowing out 75 candles on the proverbial cake. And to celebrate, The Colony has invited a selection of its favorite fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands to join in the fun, with various partnerships and residencies planned for the season. So much to see, so much to do—here’s where you’ll find us over the coming weeks. See you in Pink Paradise!

Dolce & Gabbana

Bringing La Dolce Vita vibes to Palm Beach, Dolce & Gabbana will have a seasonal shop at The Colony Edit, the hotel’s new retail concept, so guests can expect a rotating offering of Resort and Spring ’23 favorites, menswear, jewelry, children’s, home, and couture Alta Moda.

Dr. Barbara Sturm

Hello, glow! Celebrity-adored skincare guru Dr. Barbara Sturm’s renowned treatments will be available for guests through March 31, 2023, as the brand arrives for a special spa residency. Better yet, high-performance treatments are also available in the comfort of your own hotel room. Heaven!

Asprey

British heritage brand—and favorite of the Royals— Asprey will be popping up through April 2023, bringing its assortment of jewelry, leather, silver, and other luxury goods with them.

Ladurée

Sweet tooth fix sorted! Parisian patisserie Ladurée will make itself known at The Colony, thanks to an adorable mobile cart at the Pink Paradise Café filled with favorites, such as the world-famous macarons. Délicieux!

Champagne À L’EST Rosé x Ashley Longshore

Pioneering female-founded wine company Out East has collaborated with leading contemporary artist Ashley Longshore on a limited-edition rosé champagne to celebrate female empowerment. The partnership will be celebrated with an exclusive launch at The Colony, followed by a show of Longshore’s works next season, all of which were inspired by the iconic hotel.

Tracy Anderson Method

The “TAMily” will be happy to get their muscle-sculpting

and endorphin-boosting cardio sweat on as the fitness queen’s signature classes will be hosted on various dates through 2023.

The Colony Edit

Colony co-owner and CEO Sarah Wetenhall has been busy at work on the highly anticipated The Colony Edit boutique, which will feature apparel, accessories, home décor, and exclusive designs from Vilebrequin, Peter Millar, Smathers & Branson, and Stubbs & Wootton.

TORCH’D by Isaac Boots

Palm Beach staple Isaac Calpito will teach his popular concept TORCH’D on select dates next February and March. Book your spot to see why Kelly Ripa, Jessica Chastain, Gwyneth Paltrow, Naomi Watts, Faye Dunaway, and Lucy Liu are loyal fans.

Nick Mele Photography

Photographer Nick Mele has been nicknamed a young Slim Aarons. His work, an ode to the inimitable style and charm of Palm Beach living, will be proudly presented by The Colony from December 6.

DIVE

Painter Katy Ferrarone’s transcendental meditation practice DIVE sounds like the perfect accompaniment to a relaxing getaway. Her method will arrive at The Colony and be on offer from March 2023. We already feel lighter!

Aerin Holiday

Aerin Lauder will once more design this season’s holiday décor, and this time around, she’s launching a limitededition raffia pouch trimmed in Colony Pink, too. Get it while you can!

Tracy Anderson

Champagne À L’EST Rosé x Ashley Longshore

Dr. Barbara Sturm

Ladurée

The Colony

FARM to BOTTLE

We might be biased, but New Yorkers know their way around a good drink. And so as of late, we’re turning to Upstate Vodka, which is made by hand in small batches in—you guessed it, Upstate New York— using local apples. Not only has the smooth, rich, crisp, and clean taste won the brand awards, it seeks to support local farmers, makers, producers, brewers, and distillers in the region while honoring quality and craftsmanship. We’ll drink to that!

Introduce yourself to our readers!

I’m Ken Wortz, head distiller at Sauvage Distiller, makers of Upstate Vodka. I grew up in New York and learned farming as a child. Life took me in several directions, including being the COO of British Telecom, where I worked until shortly after 9/11. In that moment, many of us reevaluated our lives. I decided to pursue my passion for working with the land. My family moved to Schoharie County, New York, and I was able to educate my kids on farming, agriculture, and distilling as we opened our own little production at what is now Sauvage Distillery. What is the name in reference to?

In French, “sauvage” means wild. We wanted to create a product that was connected to the land, made from items found in the wild, essentially found in nature, and given that nature is this strong force with all kinds of surprises, we thought the name was fitting. Where is the home of Sauvage?

Sauvage Distillery is located on 20 acres of land in Charlotteville, New York—just northwest from the Catskills. The small hamlet of Charlotteville is home to around 200 people, making the setting even more special, supporting the community as well as being part of the area’s history. The building was once a Methodist seminary in the mid1800s; after the Civil War, it was farmland for some time until the 1950s when it became a book bindery for Scholastic books until the late ’90s. In 2018, Sauvage Distillery took over in order to expand operations into our 22,000-square-foot Story House. Is using apples in vodka production considered unusual?

Our goal was to create a small batch, hand-crafted agricultural product. New York is the second-largest producer of apples in the U.S., and the distillery is surrounded by some of the finest apple orchards. We knew our vision could become a reality. The fruit makes a great-tasting vodka with a unique mouthfeel. Apple vodka tends to be smoother with a sweeter finish than grain vodkas, and Upstate Vodka benefits from different types of apples grown throughout the region as each apple has a different tannin profile, and these

are key to rounding out the spirit’s flavor profile. The area’s famously clean water also sets the vodka apart; we’re able to tap into the waters that nourish the mineral-rich soils of the orchards during a growing season of cool nights and long summer days. Who knew! What ways do you prefer to enjoy Upstate Vodka?

The vodka may be enjoyed neat or over ice, and it also does well in cocktails, such as our signature Story House Spritz—named after our building that houses the distillery— which combines Upstate Vodka with grapefruit soda, St-Germain elderflower liqueur, and sparkling wine.

Any 2022 highlights?

We’ve been able to partner with Royal Wine Corp. as a distributing partner in New York and New Jersey, as well as with another partner to enhance our footprint in Connecticut. This is big for us, as we’ve been primarily selling directly to consumers. Our 2023 dream is expansion all over the U.S.

Lastly, what’s one fact about vodka that always surprises people? That it actually can have a taste and flavor, which is why we made Upstate. We’re challenging people’s notions on what vodka can taste like.

CRANBERRY GIMLET

Ingredients

1 oz lime juice

1 oz simple syrup

1 oz cranberry juice cocktail

2 oz Upstate Vodka

Directions

Combine all ingredients into a cocktail shaker and add ice. Shake until well chilled. Strain into a coupe or Nick and Nora glass.

Garnish with a dehydrated lime wheel. Enjoy!

OUT OF THIS WORLD!

American Dream is the place to be during the holidays. Located just minutes from New York City in East Rutherford, New Jersey, the entertainment, retail, and dining complex is a sprawling 3 million square feet with something for everyone. In between shopping for gifts, guests can enjoy attractions such as DreamWorks Water Park, Nickelodeon Universe theme park, SEA LIFE aquarium, BIG SNOW ski hill, Dream Wheel, a 300-square-foot observation wheel offering stunning views of NYC’s skyline, and more! You also can’t miss the first-ever MrBeast Burger restaurant, and the world’s first and only candy department store, IT’SUGAR.

There’s no shortage of shopping options, with the only Saks Fifth Avenue in New Jersey, a two-story Hermès flagship, Dolce & Gabbana, and more. Its retail portfolio also includes Sephora, Lululemon, Zara, Primark, H&M, and more. ’Tis the season of Dreamland!

1. Get on Santa Shrek’s nice list and come celebrate the holiday season at DreamWorks Water Park! Everyone’s favorite ogre will be decked out in Santa gear, ready for a photo op with the entire family.

2. Geoffrey’s Express. Guests of all ages are able to enjoy a train ride through American Dream on Geoffrey’s Express!

3. Skate with Santa.

The Rink gets in the holiday spirit with festive themed nights all month long. American Dream invites guests to come skate with Santa and his helpers on its NHLregulation-size ice rink. Ugly sweaters welcome!

4. Visit Santa in the Lavender Escape garden. He’ll be in the lavender suit!

5. Chanukah at American Dream.

To celebrate Chanukah, American Dream will be hosting a nightly lighting of American Dream’s 30' x 30' menorah, designed by Jonathan Adler. Dates: Nightly from December 18–26.

6. The Avenue at American Dream will have its own holiday experience featuring brunch with Santa and

Mrs. Claus at Carpaccio. The Avenue will feature festive décor perfect for holiday photos and Instagram-worthy shots.

The GARZÓN Experience

With an endless amount of options to choose from when it comes to finding the right wine, South American’s Bodega Garzón is setting itself apart from the rest. Based on the eastern coast of Uruguay, the winery has made sustainability a priority and has a growing portfolio of wines at various price points. What’s the secret to this breakthrough vino? Christian Wylie, managing director at Bodega Garzón, tells all!

Tell us a little bit about Bodega Garzón.

It’s absolutely fantastic. It’s in the county of Garzón, which is located northeast in Maldonado, on the eastern coast of Uruguay. We have vineyards and olive groves on the hills, where we make Garzón wines and Garzón olive oil. It’s an awesome destination. They started making the olive oil about 15 years ago and the wine about 10 years ago. Today, we’re one of the top wineries in the world. It’s a family business that is owned by Alejandro Pedro Bulgheroni. He’s from Argentina but has a residence in Uruguay. What differentiates Bodega Garzón wine from others?

The drinkability is high. The wines are balanced, fresh, and vibrant. They’re easy to drink. People come back for more. That has to do with the taste! We have Atlantic Ocean influence and granitic soil, which gives good minerality and makes the wine light. The whole estate is on top of a mother rock. It’s the oldest granite on the planet. There’s a lot of energy, and the wines are super approachable. Which of the Bodega Garzón wines do you recommend?

That’s a difficult question and a good one! Whenever I get this question, it’s like saying which kid I prefer. Our pinot noir rosé is awesome. It’s perfect for a lot of occasions and stands out at most meals. You’ll enjoy magnums of it!

Talk to us about Bodega Garzón’s commitment to sustainability. It’s one of the main pillars of the philosophy of Garzón. In this case, it’s second to none worldwide. The owner, Mr. Bulgheroni, is an engineer and he’s been working in sustainability and clean energy for decades. He’s top-notch when it comes to sustainability. We produce as sustainably as it gets, but we don’t stop there. We built our winery following the strict U.S. council protocols. Garzón is the only winery in the world that’s 100 percent LEED certified. It stands for leadership in energy and environmental design and is especially relevant on the West Coast. In the case of the winery, they invested $20 million more on the building than they would have if it wasn’t LEED certified. It means we have the largest green roofs in any building in South America; it means we have clean energy and natural light. It also means we’ll be saving energy every day until we actually recover the investment. It’s an important part of the philosophy and commitment of Garzón and very forward-thinking. What’s the Garzón Experience?

We developed the Garzón Experience with our hospitality team. Basically, we make wines and sell products, but we also create experiences and provide services. At any time of the year, you can visit Garzón and you’ll find 10 different experiences available. Anything from a simple tour, all the way to flying in a helicopter or cooking with our chef. We have a fantastic restaurant on the property. It’s been rated the best restaurant at a winery in the world. The culinary director has been part of the Experience for

decades. It’s an absolute treat. It’s a second-to-none operation. The Experiences also include making your own personal blend of wine!

Where can we find Bodega Garzón wines?

Our wines are sold in more than 50 countries. We’re in all the States. Whole Foods carries our wines. The Faena restaurant in South Beach carries it.

What have you learned working in the wine world?

I’ve learned you should drink as much water as you drink wine! I learned that later on, but it’s actually important. I’m going on two decades plus in the industry. It’s all I know. The more you work, travel, see, and evolve, you figure out that there’s a whole universe of wines and vineyards out there offering great varieties. Each wine is a work of art. That’s why we like to support Art Basel in Miami. I’ve also learned it’s a people business. You’re only as good as your team and your partners and clients. You’re also only as good as the last harvest. It depends on nature. Nature can gift you a wonderful vintage or it can give you a tough year. You need to be long-term oriented and quality oriented. But drinking wine is better than drinking beer or spirits; you just need to be responsible with your drinking. Be genuine!

Nice! Any final thoughts?

I want to add that Garzón and Uruguay are fantastic places to visit. It’s near a super cool part of the world. Everyone who comes here can’t believe what they see and feel and the experience they have. You can connect with your human essence. You breathe. You exhale. The town of Garzón has a lot of art galleries. It’s not just wine. There’s a whole world to discover in the Garzón universe. It’s well worth it for people to come here!

ATLANTA APPAREL DOES IT AGAIN!

Another Atlanta Apparel Market down— and the October installment was certainly a success. From October 11–15, buyers flocked to AmericasMart to place their Spring/Summer ’23 buys and enjoy all that the event has to offer.

Thanks to 350-plus permanent showrooms and 300-plus temporary exhibits, the team at Atlanta Apparel was delighted to report strong order-writing across contemporary, resort, footwear, and gift categories, both for late Winter/ Holiday ’22, Spring/Summer ’23, and immediates. This was a notable pat on the back in recognition of the first year of the temporary exhibit expansion to five floors.

Impressively, buyers came from 41 states and three U.S. territories, as well as from six international countries. Of those, some 27 percent were new to the market, too. Beyond the brands, attendees were thrilled to mingle over interactive

cocktail stations and light bites at the kickoff party on Wednesday, take part in giveaways, and watch informative industry presentations, including a Spring/ Summer ’23 trend-forecasting seminar delivered by The Daily’s executive fashion director Freya Drohan.

And of course, ever the highlight was the fashion show, this time with a safari theme. Guests gathered with popcorn, treats, and cocktails on John Portman Blvd. to enjoy an impressive parade of 74 looks featuring labels and lines from within the market, styled in collaboration with Mireille Beckwith.

“Atlanta Apparel exhibitors brought

collaboration with the Atlanta Fabric Show, we closed out the year on a high note and look forward to another great year in 2023.”

Until next time!

SARAH VITEL/ACADIA

Sarah Kate Gautier, Freya Drohan, and Alejandra Trombetta

310 Brick Kiln Road is a restored and reimagined four-bedroom, five-and-a-half bathroom 1790s timber frame barn set on an acre with a heated gunite pool and expansive lawn space. Entering this grand home through double-height sliding doors offers a first look at the large vaulted spaces, oversize format windows, wide plank flooring, and the original beams within. The voluminous great room is centered around a massive stone fireplace surrounded by custom built-ins and allows for space for dining and entertaining. The open kitchen designed by St. Charles New York features appliances from La Cornue and Sub-Zero, fumed-oak and brushed-steel cabinets, soapstone countertops, and Barber Wilsons faucets. Three bedrooms with en suite baths designed by Custom Tile in NYC, a den, powder room, and laundry room complete this level of the home. Up the stairs to the east wing of the home, find the sun-filled primary suite with an oversize and outfitted dressing room, spa-like primary bath, and an additional bedroom and bath. The western upper-level boasts a generous playroom with vaulted ceilings and an en suite bath, which easily transforms into a second primary suite. Through a second barn door, find space for alfresco dining via the outdoor kitchen with a builtin barbecue and dining area, or relax by the gunite pool leading to a beautifully landscaped and gracious lawn.

NEIMANMARCUS Kid’sSwarovski Mercedescrystal-embellished G63,$32,000 , neimanmarcus.com

CHANEL Clutchwithchain inwhiteandblack, $4,625, chanel.com

GUCCIPetGGcoat,gucci.com$930,

OBJECTS of DESIRE

Chic gifting ideas for everyone on your list—especially yourself, mais oui!

JONATHANADLER backgammonCheckerboard set, $425, jonathanadler.com

AP8 framedGuyBourdin print,$1,865, net-a-porter.com

Skyrocketlamé maxidressinPurple, modaoperandi.com$3,500,

THEVAMPIRE’SWIFE

MIUMIU Retecrystalheels, $1,320, elysewalker.com

WATERFORD Times Square clear flutes, $150 for pair, waterford.com

WATERFORD RoseWinterWondersBauble CrystalOrnament, $140, waterford.com

ALEXANDERMCQUEEN

Four-ringcrystalbox clutchbag,$3,490, bergdorfgoodman.com

$29.50

Seasonal

SHADE

We know red is synonymous with the holidays, but this time, we’re filling our color wheel with complimentary shades of pink, too. Now we get the term “rose-tinted glasses”—doesn’t this hue just make you feel happier? For smile-inducing presents for everyone in the family, we’re turning to Talbots, because after 75 years, few do it better than this time-honored and beloved brand.

SHOPPING

PROMOTION All available at talbots.com

Spiced coral statement necklace, $99

Evelyn buckle suede mules in Red Pop, $169

Taffeta pleated fit-and-flare skirt in Fuchsia Rose, $149

Reindeer brooch, $49

Suede clutch in Red Pop, $159

Ruched headband set in Classic Red Pop and Fuchsia Rose,

Francesca pearl suede driving flats, $129

Cashmere turtleneck sweater, $199

Cashmere crewneck pullover in ivory and multicolored stripes, $189

Cutting the Ribbon

Marina Cocher, founder of Marina St Barth, has always been a poster girl for the Palm Beach lifestyle. And now, she’s setting up another shop in the community with the opening of not one, but two new boutiques. THE DAILY caught up with Marina to hear what to expect and what she’s most looking forward to this holiday season.

What have you been up to this season?

I was able to travel throughout Europe this summer and reunite with my family in France, while also completing my new collections for this season. For Fall/Winter, I have been busy designing two new additional boutiques here in Palm Beach on Worth Avenue at Via Amore! I cannot wait to showcase them to all our friends and clients at our soft opening party; we will also have an official launch in January. You have a long-standing relationship with Palm Beach. When did you first start going to the area?

Palm Beach has always held a special place in my heart. I always loved how chic and elegant it is, and having my stores here on such an iconic fashion avenue is truly a dream. It’s a true tropical heaven here!

Tell us about your new stores. What do we need to know? We are creating a distinctive lifestyle shopping experience for our customers here. We are offering all our curated collections in resortwear and beachwear, as well as shoes and accessories. Customers can enjoy this special shopping experience by going from one store to another, as they’re located next to each other! Each of my boutiques will showcase designs and accessories infused with exquisite colors and patterns from all over the world.

What type of pieces do you think will be most popular with the Palm Beach set?

Our Palm Beach clientele is sophisticated, and they’re used to the best, so we love to spoil them with many different designs unique to our brand, which include Italian linen, Toile de Jouy prints from France, and the long silk and linen dresses belted to perfection. That’s just a small sample of our various showstopping styles. Where are your favorite things to do in Palm Beach during the holiday season?

I love the holidays here as the whole town glitters through millions of lights and, of course, the Worth Avenue Christmas tree is truly magical as well. I also love being able to stargaze and be around the beautiful turquoise water. The weather at this time of the year is simply amazing!

What are some words that sum up Palm Beach style and lifestyle to you?

The Palm Beach lifestyle is truly exclusive—just like our stores! It’s sophisticated but also warm, inviting, and colorful. What’s coming up for the brand in the new year? This year has been such an incredible blessing. We have come full circle with our

launch of the two additional boutiques and the creation of a new monthly Fashion Under the Stars event, where we intend on doing makeovers for our customers. It’s important for us to make our clients feel even more special by helping them reach their full fashion potential, especially if they have an important event coming up. In addition to everything else, we plan on partnering with local charities and curating smaller events at our stores. What’s one thing on your wish list this holiday season? My wish is to continue dedicating my passion and life dream for fashion to my clients. Come and be delighted!

Marina Cocher

When Art

Meets

Fashion

One of the moments we didn’t know we needed until we saw it was Bella Hadid’s turn on the Coperni runway show at Musée des Arts et Métiers during Paris Fashion Week. The model had a white off-

shoulder dress sprayed on to her naked body and caused a sensation that went viral. The material used to create the one-of-a-kind garment was developed by sprayon fabric technology company Fabrican, which was founded in 2003 by Spanish scientist and fashion designer Dr. Manel Torres. But don’t except to see this look in stores come spring. This showstopper was for the runway only. Magnifique!

The Wall Street Hotel is a luxurious new downtown urban retreat o ering 180 spacious rooms and suites with a residential feel and spectacular city views. Home to Chef John Fraser’s newest restaurant, La Marchande is a modernized take on the French brasserie. All-day lobby bar, Lounge on Pearl, is the perfect spot for a casual co ee or after hours cocktail.