The Daily Front Row

February 2022

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LOOKING BACK: Models, Designers, Editors, Chicsters!

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THE ULTIMATE

DAILY QUIZ

We’ve published a lot of issues over the past two decades, but that’s no excuse to not be entirely au courant about all things in DAILY-land. Do you know your Valentines from your Valentinos, your Jelenas from your Yolandas, your Tonchis from your tonsils? Take the test!

A. Budapest, Hungary B. Bucharest, Romania C. Butte, Montana D. Bora Bora, at least in spirit

DAILY MASCOT ALERT! Meet Desi, Brandusa’s 5-year-old Maltese

it was owned by…

10. Which of the following icons has The Daily not

4. At the 2019 Fashion Los Angeles Awards, Celeste Barber was dressed by…

A. Emily Ratajkowski (for Inamorata) B. Tom Ford (for Tom Ford) C. Reese Witherspoon (for Draper James) D. Demna Gvasalia (as a preview of his premier Balenciaga couture collection)

6. Over the years, The Daily has published regional editions in…

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A. Gayle King B. Suze Orman C. Richard Simmons D. Kathy Ireland

Summer as one of her earliest covers?

A. He’s reportedly the inspiration for Sacha Baron Cohen’s Brüno character B. He appeared naked in a 2004 PETA campaign C. His line is really and truly called Pompöös D. All of the above, obviously

A. Milan, Miami, Palm Beach, and Berlin B. Paris, Prague, Tokyo, and Toronto C. London, Florence, Stockholm, and St. Petersburg D. Copenhagen, Moscow, Rome, and Houston

7. How many times has Carine Roitfeld won a A. 1 B. 4 C. 6 D. Never enough

profiled for no good reason (except their inherent fabulosity)?

11. Which A-list model counts The Daily

5. Why were we so obsessed with Harald Glööckler?

The Daily’s robust, multilingual, and above all, unique vernacular?

16. Which ultra-serious critic appeared on the cover of The Daily’s Valentine’s Day issue with her eyebrow-raising new boyfriend?

A. Vanessa Friedman B. Bridget Foley C. Suzy Menkes D. Cathy Horyn

17. Which of the following buildings served as Daily HQ?

A. Gigi Hadid B. Camila Morrone C. Stella Maxwell D. All of the above

A. An opulent Upper East Side townhouse B. An old video archive floor on West 45th Street C. The Time Inc. building D. A gleaming tower in the West ’50s E. All of the above

12. Who said it? “I get a bottle of Xanax, a bottle

18. Cringe alert! In 2018, (pre-cancellation)

A. Char Defrancesco, describing his Fashion Week survival strategy B. Stefano Tonchi, describing his budget meetings with New York Times brass C. Pierre Rougier, describing how he prepares for a call with Brandusa D. Alan Cumming, describing his prep work for hosting the Fashion Media Awards

A. “Photographers make their own rules.”

B. “ Sets are their own little worlds, full of secrets.”

C. “I’ve always been obsessed by youth—it’s fabulous.”

D. “Nobody has anything negative to say about me. Ever.”

of Adderall, and pray for the best.”

Mario Testino told The Daily…

13. Who was the VIP guest at The Daily’s 10th-anniversary party at Indochine?

A. Anna Wintour B. A drag queen performing as Anna Wintour C. Anna Wintour’s not-so-secret lover D. Shelby Bryan and his new girlfriend

0–5 CORRECT

6–10 CORRECT ANSWERS: YOU

ANSWERS: YOU ARE… PAUL POIRET You had your day in the sun, but you’ve been MIA for ages, and not even the most opportunistic private-equity firm could revive you, poor dear. We wish we could help, but…

ARE…HALSTON Back in the day, you were at the center of things, but at some point, you became blissfully out-of-touch. It didn’t serve you well, darling,

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A. Carine Roitfeld and Fabien Baron B. Christian Siriano and Ashley Graham C. Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez D. Kate Moss and Edward Enninful

A. Chic!

B. N’est-ce pas?

C. Haute!

D. The Daily Wonders…

A. Hearst B. Time Inc. C. IMG D. DailyCandy

A. Patrick McCarthy at W B. Alessandra Facchinetti at Valentino C. Lindsay Lohan at Ungaro D. Karl Lagerfeld at Chanel

14. Which of these couples has not appeared together on a Daily cover?

15. What is the most overused phrase in

9. When The Daily launched,

3. The Daily did not accurately and presciently predict the ousting of…

Fashion Media Award?

for a Daily dinner, then, um, enjoyed himself in the garden of c/o The Maidstone until the wee hours of morning?

A. John Mayer B. Machine Gun Kelly C. Kanye “Ye” West D. Gucci Mane

2. How old is The Daily in dog years?

A. 1 ¤ B. 14 C. 19 D. 26

8. Which buzzy musician hit the Hamptons

ANSWERS: 1. B; 2. A; 3. D; 4. B; 5. D; 6. A; 7. D; 8. B; 9. C; 10. A; 11. D; 12. A; 13. B; 14. C; 15. A; 16. D; 17. E; 18.C

1. Daily founder Brandusa Niro hails from…

but help is here in the form of issuu.com, which is home to The Daily’s archives.

Probably best to block off the next month or so!

11–15 CORRECT ANSWERS: YOU ARE…GEOFFREY BEENE A total insider, but a bit cerebral. Get your head out of the clouds and into the pages of The

Daily, where it belongs. Sheesh!

16+ CORRECT ANSWERS: YOU ARE…KARL LAGERFELD You’re dead and buried—at least technically—and still more of a fashion insider than any other game in town. We tip our Maison Michel to you, love.

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Chanel Spring/Summer ’22 Eddie Roche and Brandusa Niro at the 10th-anniversary party

Editor’s Letter Can you believe it’s been 20 years?

Two decades of love, laughter, chic and cheek, recessions, successions, beginnings and endings, epic challenges and epic joys.

And we have you to thank for this major milestone, dear readers. You are the undaunted, amazing fashion community that has become friends and family to all of us at The Daily.

More than ever, these past two years taught us a lesson in togetherness, how much we all mean to one another, and how important it is to support each other through the hardest times—until the dark skies inevitably open up once more to reveal rays of sunshine.

Because, of course, sunshine is our specialty! We’re here, stronger in spirit for all the challenges we faced and overcame. We’re ready to celebrate you, inform and entertain you, and send lots and lots of love your way, each and every day.

Today is about beginnings—a new chapter for The Daily. A new decade that, thanks to our extraordinary team lead by my treasured partner and friend Eddie Roche, will see us evolve, grow, and thrive in this next era that begins right now, marked by our most fundamental beliefs—optimism, kindness, community, and strength.

Enjoy the issue!

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SCENE • We’re back, baby! The city is buzzing

once more and fashion is in the air—and it’s perfect timing as we celebrate our major milestone anniversary this season. Looking for us? You’ll find us at lower Manhattan’s go-to watering hole, the revived Temple Bar, rubbing shoulders with Sienna Miller, Cara Delevingne, Eva Chen, EmRata, Mark Ronson, Kid Cudi, and more. We take our martinis with a caviar chaser, if you’re asking. • Everyone’s talking about FoxYe. We’re still not over their nod to Britney and Justin’s infamous double denim moment at the American Music Awards in 2001. What a difference 20 years makes!

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Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake

Kanye “Ye” West and Julia Fox

Miu Miu Spring/Summer ’22

Campaign Stars!

Wowza! Is it just us or are the Spring/Summer ’22 campaigns off the charts? Hailey Bieber is proving to be the most in-demand mod of the moment, with appearances for Jimmy Choo, Miu Miu, BOSS, and so many more. Gigi and Bella found a new style sis in the form of Donatella for the latest Versace ads. Plus! Bella’s also back with Victoria’s Secret, Kendall sizzles for Michael Kors, Rihanna enlisted the help of Lourdes Leon, and Lara Stone in Alexander McQueen.

In Memoriam The Daily’s beloved art director

Teresa Platt

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1962–2022 Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer ’22

“We treasured her as both a colleague and friend; I will always remember her putting the finishing touches on her beautiful pages, laughing and joking. We were usually on deadline, but she was the very picture of grace under pressure. This is a devastating loss to the many people who loved her.”—Ashley Baker, former executive editor, The Daily

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Victoria’s Secret

Jimmy Choo Spring/Summer ’22

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Obsession!

Oh, mon dieu!

Sarah Jessica Parker and Fendi have teamed up on a pink baguette with 3-D maxi sequins. Feast your eyes on this collector’s item! Limitededition Fendi baguette, $4,300, Sarah Jessica Parker fendi.com

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Baby Buzz!

Congrats are in order for Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas, who welcomed their first child via surrogate. Nicky Hilton Rothschild has also announced that she and her husband, James, will add baby No. 3 to their family this summer. And speaking of buzz, young parents Romee Strijd and Laurens van Leeuwen have finally made their engagement official after 12 years of dating.

Creative Director Roger Mitchell Fashion Director Freya Drohan Palm Beach Editor Lizzi Bickford Meadow Art Directors Hilli Pitzer Teresa Platt Senior Editor Joseph Manghise Editors-at-Large Charlotte Bickley and Sophie Bickley Contributing Editor Sophie Sumner Photo Editor Tangie Silva Imaging Specialist George Maier Brand Partnerships & Events Director Tianna Wong

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Mugler’s Muses!

New Couple Alert!

Another legend, gone too soon. RIP, Manfred Thierry Mugler, the ringmaster couturier who made fashion look and feel out of this world.

Love’s young dream! IMG models James Turlington and Natasja Madsen have made it official. Aunt Christy would approve!

A New Chicette to Know!

Who’s that sitting pretty at Dior Couture? Why, little Stella Banderas is all grown up. The daughter of Melanie Griffith and Antonio Banderas—and half-sis of Dakota Johnson!—is following in the footsteps of her famous family and is becoming a front-row fixture.

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Daily Double!

We Can’t Get Enough of Y2K Fashion!

A peek inside Paradise Club

One Night In Paradise!

The Daily will fête 20 years with a glamorous affair at the Edition Hotel’s Paradise Club.

Cover stars Shanina Shaik and Jordan Barrett will join a notable crowd of designers, models, tastemakers, and industry insiders to ring in NYFW—and let’s just say there’ll be some surprises in store! Thank you to our partners Kérastase, Fiji Water, Whispering Angel, American Dream, and Sam Edelman.

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Blame it on Euphoria, but we can’t stop looking to the 2000s for outfit ideas. Thanks to the stylish series stars, including Sydney Sweeney and Zendaya, we’re rooting out our butterfly jewelry, matching sets, crop tops, chokers, and belly chains.

Vintage? Not when you wore them the first time around, darling.

Déjà vu, much? When pop star Dua Lipa made her runway debut last season for Versace, we couldn’t help but notice her striking resemblance to French-Algerian teen model Loli Bahia. The latter has quickly cemented herself as a favorite at Saint Laurent, Isabel Marant, Chanel, Valentino, Max Mara, and Givenchy, as well as landing a Vogue Italia cover. It’s the duo’s uncanny pillowy pouts, chiseled jawlines, and sultry stares, if you ask us!

ON THE COVERS

(Clockwise from top left) Devon Windsor, photographed by Jonathan Barbara; Jordan Barrett, photographed by Sebastian Faena for Act 1 (2016), The Daily Front Row; Shanina Shaik, photographed

by Greg Swales, makeup: Kelly McClain, hair: Andrew Fitzsimons, stylist: Rafael Linares.

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SCENE • Haute Couture Week has just wrapped in the City of

Schiaparelli Spring/Summer 2022

Lights, and NYFW is upon us with a jam-packed schedule of shows, soirées, and stylish happenings. And you know we’ll be front and center for it all. Time to double down on the espresso! • In need of a moment to refuel? Angie Mar’s Les Trois Chevaux is undoubtedly fashion’s new clubhouse, with no shortage of sightings of editors, celebs, designers, and artists descending en masse for the crab pithiviers. Chef ’s kiss!

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Jennifer Lopez

Is Jennifer Lopez about to make her NYFW modeling debut? The Blonds designers Phillipe and David Blond shared a cryptic behind-the-scenes photo of the performer getting fitted in a chainmail bustier. Watch this space!

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5 Things…

Our intern Ian is obsessed with!

Michael Kors and Lance LePere

LIM student Ian Grafvonluxburg keeps us in the Gen Z loop.

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TALKING POINTS Wes Gordon

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Who’s Showing?

Gird your loins, people: the official NYFW cal is chock-a-block! Returning to the runway are Michael Kors, Christian Siriano, Khaite, Brandon Maxwell, Proenza Schouler, Prabal Gurung, Coach, Tory Burch, Carolina Herrera, Altuzarra, Jason Wu, Sergio Hudson, Peter Do, Ulla Johnson, and so many more! Dion Lee is also back in town, while newer names to note include Judy Turner, Dauphinette, Danarys, PatBo, and Melke.

Stumped for what to chat to your front-row seatmate about? Try these!

• Inventing Anna hits Netflix on February 11, with Julia Garner bringing the real-life tale of Soho grifter Anna Delvey to screens.

• Another Anna tale! Amy Odell’s hotly anticipated Anna Wintour biography is out next month.

Preorder it now!

• Alcohol is out! More and more stars are launching non-boozy bevs.

Think: Blake Lively, Katy Perry, Macklemore, and Bella Hadid.

• The hottest invites of the season?

Matthieu Blazy makes his debut for Bottega Veneta in Milan, while Kim Bekker’s inaugural offering for Isabel Marant will happen during Paris FW. • Collabs of the moment? Pharrell x Tiffany, Balmain x Barbie, and Dior x Birkenstock.

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Cupid’s Corner NYFW always puts a wrench in the works for our Valentine’s Day plans. At least these fashion couples commiserate! Mwah, mwah!

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Kristina O’Neill & Magnus Berger Thom Browne & Andrew Bolton Jack McCollough & Lazaro Balmain x Barbie

Hernandez Inez & Vinoodh Maya Stepper & Mikkel Jensen Charlie Knepper & RJ King

Blake Lively

Viktor & Rolf

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Who said it?

The late Kaiser Karl and ALT were besties for a reason—namely, their shared sense of humor…

“You can be aristocratic without having been born into an aristocratic family!”

(Answer below!)

Answer: André Leon Talley

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1. The star: Alexa Demie 2. The brand: GmbH 3. T he show: RuPaul’s Drag Race, Season 14 4. The critic: Louis Pisano 5. T he IG account: @ninagabbanavintage

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Art and fashion meet again! The Daily Front Row hosted its annual Art Basel dinner in Miami in December, raising a glass to the latest issue and cover models Candice Swanepoel and Emmanuel Taku. The evening began with cocktails, followed by an intimate dinner at the aptly named The Restaurant at W South Beach. Swanepoel was on hand in a stunning royal blue crocheted dress by Gustavo Silvestre. Guests included Devon Windsor, Lais Ribeiro, Jessica Wang, Pritika Swarup, Martha Graeff, Valentina Ferrer, Monica Ahanonu, Sai De Silva, Larsen Thompson, Gavin Casalegno, and Afro Child. A night to remember!

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Candice Swanepoel

Lais Ribeiro Devon Windsor

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Olivia Palermo and Johannes Huebl

Gavin Casalegno and Larsen Thompson

Hart Denton and Elysée McMenamin

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Delanique Millwood and Igee Okafor

Crowd-pleasing Zacapa No. 23 rum

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Jewelry by LAGOS

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The event was co-hosted by LAGOS, Sam Edelman, and ShopShops.

Special thanks to Zacapa and W Hotels.

Guests were treated to shoes from Sam Edelman.

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January blues? Not on our watch! The Daily hosted chicsters at Nemacolin last month at the 2,000-acre playground in the hills of Pennsylvania. Guests came in from all over the country to enjoy a week of spa treatments, fine dining, skiing, snowboarding, skating, a little astrology, dogsledding, and an endless amount of fun. Think summer camp in the winter with extraordinarily good-looking people, and you’ll get the idea!

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Our very first Winter Wonderland adventure welcomed Alex and Keytt Lundqvist, Larsen Thompson, Gavin Casalengo, Luke and Melissa DiTella, Chad White, Serena Goh, Justin Livingston, Igee Okafor, Keke Lindgard, Douglas Joseph, Sophie Sumner, Garrett Neff, Christina Caradona, Cory Bond, Josh Truesdell, Ashley Haas, Michael Yerger, Daisy Keech, Olivia Caputo, Victoria DeBlauss, Francesca Vuillemin, and The Daily’s Alex Dickerson and Eddie Roche for four days of unforgettable memories. Who’s in for our next trip?

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The Winter Wonderland crew

Gavin Casalengo and Larsen Thompson

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SHAIK It UP The lovely Shanina Shaik has been another longtime friend of THE DAILY. We caught up with the Australian stunner to find out how she’s grown over the years, what’s still on her to-do list, and what it was like to finally return home after two long years.

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We haven’t talked to you in a long time. How have you been?

The past few years have been crazy for me, and I’m sure for everybody.

Obviously, being hit with a pandemic had a huge impact on all our lives, especially for me in my astrology chart, and that chart is having the Saturn return, which represents a lot of change in someone’s life, and it’s like a cleanse for an adult. It’s kind of like a midlife crisis, but for a young adult.

Right when COVID hit, I was in London, and I was going to and from London, and I got stuck in Europe.

Where did you end up living while there?

I stayed in Ibiza for about three months. And then for the rest of my time, I was in London. My visa expired during COVID as well, so I couldn’t even get back to the U.S. or home to Australia. Then I got back to the U.S., luckily, within the new year when I turned 30. It was stressful for me, but I love London, so it wasn’t too bad because I was able to be with friends. I love the vibe there.

We’ve all learned things about ourselves in the past two years. What have you learned?

I’ve definitely learned that I’m very independent, and that I’m strong and I can make it through a lot. I’ve learned a lot about my health because of the pandemic and how to take care of myself. Even though I had a place in Los Angeles, I’m always living out of suitcases. When I came back to the U.S., I needed to secure myself in my life, which is why I decided to buy a house and make a steady home for myself.

You finally made it home to Australia recently!

It’s been two-and-a-half years since I’ve been home. It’s a really long time.

I’m a family-oriented person. It’s a time for me to relax and be my complete self because, obviously, my job is 24/7. It was emotional. It felt surreal.

Unfortunately, my grandmother passed away during the pandemic, and I wasn’t able to see her because of COVID and the restrictions, so overall it was emotional, but happy—really, really happy.

Was there anything that you wanted to do when you got home that you can only do there?

To be honest, it was just eating. I was happy to go back and just eat, like, all the food in Australia. The produce is amazing there. My dad was born in Singapore, and he’s mixed, obviously. They have a huge community of Asian fusion food there. I get a great mix of Malaysian, Singaporean, Indian, Chinese, and Vietnamese, all mixed in one. It’s my favorite.

Anti-bullying education is one of the causes near and dear to you. Why is that important to you?

When I was 14 years old, I was in high school and I was bullied at school to the point where I was terrified to attend. I was skipping school because of it, and it showed in my grades. I was depressed. But, luckily, I had an amazing support system, especially my mom, who helped me through this. I ended up staying at the school and working through it. Having a voice and letting someone know that there’s a support system is important.

We hear you have no desire to start a swimsuit line, like some of your peers. But do you have any other professional pursuits?

I would love to expand into the skincare business. It’s a passion of mine, and it’s coming to fruition. I’ve manifested this over the years as well. To me, it’s important to take care of our skin, and our skin also tells a lot about how we take care of ourselves from within as well. It’s not just about skincare; it’s all about your wellness from within, inside your body.

How did you feel about turning 30?

I’m turning 31 this month, so this is exciting. It’s a huge transition for me. A lot changed in my life. It’s so funny, as we grow up, we think when we hit our twenties and we’re an adult, we’ve got everything figured out. And as I hit 30 I thought, “Wow, in my twenties I was just like a kid really,” and still learning about so much. I feel like I can enjoy myself a little bit more now. And I know more about myself as a woman.

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MogulMOM We haven’t talked to you since you became a mom. Congratulations!

Thank you so much! It’s been a roller coaster of change, but definitely all for the better! We named her Enzo Elodie; I’ve always loved masculine names for girls, and I wanted something strong and unique for her! Elodie is French. [Husband] Johnny [Dex Barbara] and I fell in love in Paris, so it seemed fitting.

She’s amazing, sweet, a great sleeper, and has such a big personality already!

Who does she look like?

She looks a lot like her father, with his dark hair and features, but every day I see a little more of me coming through.

How does it feel to be a mother?

It feels amazing! I have wanted to be a mother my whole life. I loved to babysit, play with dolls, and it’s always been a natural instinct for me to take care of people. Enzo has exceeded all my expectations. It truly is magical. There are no words!

You’ve definitely been keeping busy! What’s new with your fashion line?

Busy is an understatement! I’m a busybody, so it’s perfect for me!

We had a huge year last year, launching four swim collections, two activewear collections, collaborations with both Alexis and ASH sneakers, children’s, men’s, and sunglasses. Stay tuned for a few new things coming this year!

How would you describe the aesthetic?

We always try to design something for everyone, while keeping our pieces elevated, unique, chic, and comfortable.

What are the most popular pieces?

Swimwear has always been our bread and butter. Our two most popular swim styles are the Eden top and Emma bottom, as well as the Alaia top and Amari bottom. When we immediately sold out of both these bikinis during our Spring 2021 collection launch, we decided to bring them back again in other collections. We’ve had huge success with our swim jacket and skirt set. We revamped this to create the Sasha jacket and Scout skirt, which appear in our Resort 2022 collection. We launched a new category last fall—loungewear! Our sweat suits have done well since the launch, because who doesn’t love a cute and cozy sweat suit?

Will there be more men’s and kid’s pieces to come?

There are always challenges when launching a new category, mainly because you don’t necessarily know what people will gravitate toward. Luckily, my husband and business partner designed the men’s swim, so I have his fashion sense on my side! For kids, we launched a Mommy & Me collab with Alexis Barbara Isaias. It was helpful to dip our toe in that category with Alexis herself, who has designed countless custom pieces for her daughters. Now that I’m a mom, I’m quickly learning what to look for or what I would want my own daughter wearing.

You’re so driven! What are your goals for the line?

I like to keep busy. My goal is to build out the Devon Windsor brand outside of just swim, resortwear, and athleisure. I hope to expand in many different directions in the future. Whether that be in home, intimates, cosmetics, or more!

Do you have plans for more kids?

Yes! I would love more kids!

I don’t think right away, though.

What has kept you sane in the past two years?

Family, friends, exercise, my business, and good food! I feel like if I can keep myself busy and surround myself with people and things that make me happy, then I’m happy! I’ve honestly had two of the best years of my life.

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SuperSTAR We googled the first interview you did with The Daily in 2015, and you were the hot young thing!

I’m still hot and young! I f**king better be! Let’s put it that way!

You are! We haven’t talked in a while. What have the past two years been like for you?

I was originally stuck mid-flight on the way to Panama for a trip that we had planned for a year to meet up with a bunch of friends from everywhere. Mid-flight, they announced the pandemic, and I thought it would last a week. I ended up staying on the island, and everyone from everywhere started fleeing the island. I ended up staying for a month and a half. But I realized my passport was about to expire, so do I go home? I think I spent 65 days in total in a quarantine hotel.

What did you do during lockdown?

I watched the entire Criterion Collection. I watched every bad TV show you could think of. I watched Spanish Netflix. I can give you a list if you get COVID or get bored. I had a treadmill that I’d pretend to run on, but I preferred to watch it run.

How did you stay sane during all that? Did you have days where you just went nuts?

Not really. I accepted it in the moment it happened. Every time I went into a quarantine hotel, I knew I was going to be in that situation. I accepted it. By day two, I relaxed and slept. It wasn’t enjoyable, but I tried to find ways to keep myself entertained in such a small place. I was also crafting a lot of things in those confined spaces.

You’ve returned to IMG Models. What are your goals with the agency?

I’ve always been with them, technically since 2015. [President] Ivan Bart is a grandpa to me. The entire team there has been such a support for me. It was an easy and natural thing to come home. I was always in contact with them. They know how to get things done and have access to everything.

You launched a sake, HAPE Sake Spritz, this year.

We just launched HAPE Sake Spritz, in California. I never thought this would go so well. It’s been a fun project. I thrive under pressure, but this was nice. The reaction has been sweet. I’ve been getting messages from people out of nowhere who say they love it.

What does it taste like?

It’s as healthy as can be. It has no sugar; it’s real fruit and real tea.

You have to try it!

What else do you have coming out that you’re excited about?

I’m in an exhibition of images by Hugo Comte, “Testament.” That’s coming out in Paris this month. We shot it during quarantine.

What have been the biggest changes in your life since we first started chatting seven years ago?

I have to take a pause to think about this! I’ve learned a lot. I’ve learned to slow down. I’ve grown a lot. I’ve also sped up in a lot of different ways. I’ve found focus. I’ve always appreciated every day, and now I know how to make every day into something.

You’re in great shape these days. What have you been doing?

I’d make every excuse under the sun to not go to the gym. My thing was running. Then I wanted to run the New York City Marathon and was training for it. I started slowly working out. I had all my training, then I got COVID after Paris Fashion Week and it wiped me out. I’m training again. I came back to New York and when I was buying my place, it had to be in a radius of Gotham Gym. Luckily, I found a place blocks away.

Years ago, you wanted to own a hotel! Is that still on your bucket list?

Who doesn’t want to own a hotel? Let’s leave it at that!

Anything else we should know?

I have an NFT that we’re looking to release. It touches on mental health and anxiety. It’s about how people look at you from the outside looking in. It was such a cool process. I also have Sedated clothing launching and some other fashion collaborations that I’m excited about. Some of them involve breath work, some of them involve free diving.

You seem like you’re in a great place!

I feel the best I’ve ever felt.

LOVE Affair One of our longtime loves has been IMG model Jordan Barrett, who captured our hearts at just 19 years old. He is arguably the biggest male model to come along in a decade, and we’ve been watching his rise, professionally and personally.

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“Congratulations to The Daily for an unforgettable 20 years! It was an honor to work with your amazing team and grace your cover so many times. Looking back at all of them, I feel like we’ve grown together and created so many fun memories.

Cheers to many more years and many more fun moments together!”

—Heidi Klum, entrepreneur

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“Is it possible that we have spent 20 fun years together?

Feels like yesterday that we first met. Happy anniversary to the forever young Daily Front Row!” —Michael Kors, designer

“Happy anniversary, The Daily Front Row! My best memory with DFR was when I received the Fashion Entrepreneur award last year. It was such a memorable event.

Congratulations on your success! Love, Irina” —Irina Shayk, model, fashion entrepreneur

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“Wishing a very happy 20th birthday to The Daily!

I can’t wait to see what the next 20 years have in store. Thank you for always having your finger on the fashion pulse.”

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“Congratulations to The Daily Front Row on 20 years.

I remember being handed my first copy of the magazine in February 2002 at the shows, and it’s been a joy to watch the publication grow into a huge success. I want to thank The Daily for all the support. From the kind words when I returned to Elle as editor in chief to being honored at the Fashion Media Awards, you have all been with me every step of the way.”

—Nina Garcia, EIC, Elle

“Happy anniversary to The Daily Front Row! I will never forget when Gigi Hadid handed me my award at the Fashion Los Angeles Awards in 2016. Lots of friends and family were there; it was one of my first awards and such a special moment. Unforgettable!

Thank you, DFR!” —Carine Roitfeld, EIC, CR Fashion Book

“Congratulations Daily Front Row on your 20th anniversary! We are so grateful for all the support the magazine has given us, for both Oscar de la Renta and Monse. We are especially honored to have been named Designer of the Year in 2019. Cheers to 20 more years!”

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—Fernando Garcia and Laura Kim, designers, Oscar de la Renta

“THERE ARE SO MANY MEMORIES—FROM MY COVER SHOOT WITH MILEY CYRUS FOR MY OWN 20-YEAR ANNIVERSARY TO THE STORY I STYLED WITH STELLA MAXWELL AND PHOTOGRAPHED BY GIAMPAOLO SGURA. BUT THE STRONGEST MEMORY I HAVE IS OF RECEIVING MY DESIGNER OF THE YEAR AWARD SURROUNDED BY MY MUSES—MILEY, RIHANNA, AND KATY PERRY—ALL DRENCHED IN MOSCHINO. THE EMOTIONS OF THAT NIGHT, RECEIVING ALL THAT LOVE, AND BEING THERE WITH MY LADIES WILL ALWAYS REMAIN ONE OF MY PERSONAL FAVORITE MOMENTS OF MY LIFE.” —JEREMY SCOTT, CREATIVE DIRECTOR, MOSCHINO

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“Attending The Daily’s awards are some of my favorite memories over the years.

From receiving an award from one of my best friends to presenting an award to my former boss, or just attending to watch and support the people I admire, it’s always a special evening. I’ve been fortunate to have my work on the cover of The Daily, and I have those issues framed proudly. Congratulations to The Daily on the past 20 years, and thank you for everything.”

—Brandon Maxwell, designer

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—Tory Burch, designer

“Twenty years ago, one of the best decisions I ever made was to get IMG to produce The Daily Front Row. I’m so proud of how this sassy publication and website have become an integral part of the fashion biz and Fashion Weeks everywhere!

Congratulations and happy anniversary!”

—Fern Mallis, creator, NYFW; host, Fashion Icons

“A day without The Daily is like a day without sunshine.”

—Dennis Basso, designer

“For the past two decades, The Daily has been a go-to source for ever ything you ne to know abou ed t American fash ion and New York Fashion Week, from w ho’s hot to who not to front-row ’s do’s and don’ts . Along the way, you have been a true ch ampion of American des igners and the p ower of NYFW Congratulatio . ns on this imp or ta nt anniversary, and looking fo rward to the ne xt two decades —Steven Ko !” lb, CEO, CFD A

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“Congratulations to The Daily Front Row on your incredible milestone. Here’s to the next 20 years!”

“Happy anniversary, Daily! One of my favorite memories is shooting the ‘Candy Girl’ cover in 2017 with Carin Backoff. She’s one of my favorite photographers and always creates a fun time on set. And I’m in love with the photos.”

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“Happy birthday to The Daily. I remember always attending your fashion events, and I wouldn’t miss them for the world. It’s super exciting that we have a publication still running and still staying strong.

Thank you! I ’m honored to be a part of this issue.”

—Shanina Shaik, model

“Happy 20th anniversary, The Daily Front Row. I’ll never forget seeing the Altuzarra cover for the first time. A dream come true! Thank you for all your support throughout the years.

Here’s to many more anniversaries to come!”

—Joseph Altuzarra, designer

“Happy anniversary, The Daily Front Row! Thank you for 20 years of showcasing so many incredible talents within the fashion industry and The Wall Group artists throughout your pages. You have always provided a platform for unique and fascinating individuals within fashion and beauty to tell their story. The Fashion Media Awards truly celebrate the best of the best within our industry—both in front of the camera and behind the scenes!”

—Brooke Wall, founder and CEO, The Wall Group

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“Brandusa is an icon! She has created a company that is impossible to ignore. She brings her special genius to the mix of information, gossip, fashion, news, and imagery; the result is a tantalizing array of must-see media and ideas. In a world of mega publications, The Daily Front Row stands out as singular and unique, creative and inspiring, and always entertaining.”

—Gary Wassner, CEO, Hilldun Corporation

e “Right after my Fall 2011 show, Th Daily had the collection on the cover Is with my photo, and it said ‘A Star Born.’ That changed the course of my career completely; I went from new at designer to a designer to watch. Th so cover helped me go to the next level for quickly, and I am forever grateful that. But the most important thing about it is that right after is when I decided to start my foundation, the Shikshya Foundation Nepal, back home in Nepal. I realized early on that all the press and attention can’t stay with just me, and that I needed to use this platform to bring re attention to causes that are far mo important and deserving of it. For me, education has always been important. We started with only 12 girls, and now we have gone to more than 300 children. Overall, we have been able to impact more than 100,000 lives in Nepal. So I’m always grateful to The Daily that rt they were the catalyst for me to sta my journey into giving back.”

—Prabal Gurung, designer

“When I first met Brandusa Niro, it was clear to me that she was not only a genius, but her love for the fashion industry was pure and authentic. She single-handedly brought fun and levity to fashion. The Daily Front Row has given us so many moments of joy and celebration over the years. During New York Fashion Week, you would look around the room and see everyone reading their copy of The Daily while they waited for each show to go up. The Fashion Media Awards became a celebration of our collective work. They brought everyone together and truly became the ‘Oscars’ of fashion—all of the industry’s elite show up! Two of my favorite memories are presenting Imran Amed of The Business of Fashion with his FMA back in 2015, and seeing our client Precious Lee on-stage last year, despite being in the middle of a global pandemic, giving the most powerful and thought-provoking speech about her journey in fashion and overcoming adversity. Thank you, Daily Front Row, for 20 years of laughter, joy, celebration, covers, and for helping us create and elevate IMG’s fashion stars. Cheers to 20 more!”

—Ivan Bart, president, IMG Models and Fashion

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For two decades, major talent and colorful characters have helped shape THE DAILY—and they have the joie-filled and hilarious memories to prove it!

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CHRISTENE BARBERICH Then: Deputy Editor Now: Writer and startup/brand advisor; co-founded Refinery29 in 2005, which was sold to Vice in 2019 Favorite Daily memory: “Meetings where we would discuss the most out-there story ideas imaginable.

Nothing was off-limits. Those discussions unlocked barriers I had about what makes a great story.”

Major names back then: “Sasha Pivovarova, Michael Kors, and Carine Roitfeld.”

Wildest stories: “I drove up to Vermont in a snowstorm to interview the original Mr. Big, Ron Galotti. I stayed at his home for a night, and wrote the cover story of what he was up to since he’d left New York. I loved the fashion universe story, where we assigned a designer or editor to each planet in the solar system. I believe Anna [Wintour] was the sun.”

I learned… “To trust and lean into my imagination and pay attention to what’s relevant in the world. And to allow myself or a piece to be funny—I’ll always be grateful to Brandusa for showing me that funny can be smart, serious, and thoughtful.”

Then: Features Director Now: Former EIC, L’Officiel USA; co-founder of Culture Counsel marketing and media company I learned… “That you get the best scoops just listening to what people are saying in the front row. Stay off your phone, unless you’re recording.”

Wildest story: “I found out through my pal, Christian Louboutin, where Martin Margiela lives in Paris, and I went on a mission to find him. I asked Martha Stewart at a couture show what she thought Margiela looked like; she thought Margiela was a woman.”

Then: Writer/Reporter Now: Style and Beauty Editor, Los Angeles magazine Favorite Brandusa memory: “Her honesty and no-BS approach. Everything she told me in terms of industry hunches, moves, and media buyouts always turned out to be true. The woman has uncanny antennae!”

I learned… “Not to take the fashion world too seriously.

To laugh. To have fun with it all, even under intense pressure and deadlines. That the fashion business is both a party and deadly serious. That fashion people in New York, L.A., Milan, London, and Paris have strong personalities, great aesthetics, attitude, smarts, edge— and they all seem to know one another.”

ASHLEY BAKER Then: Executive Editor Now: Deputy Editor, Air Mail Favorite Daily memory: “The ‘Chic Must Go On’ dinner we hosted at La Goulue in 2008, right in the middle of the financial crisis. There was so much uncertainty and fear in the industry, but Brandusa was determined that we would all get through it.”

Favorite Brandusa memory: “One Fashion Week in Milan, she insisted we hit all her favorite restaurants in between shows. Her Italian friends manifested on every corner and were so happy to run into her that every meal turned into an hours-long conversation, with plenty of pinot grigio.”

Most memorable show: “Alexander McQueen’s last show during Paris Fashion Week. It had been a long and difficult day, ping-ponging all over the city and filing reviews on my Blackberry. McQueen was late at night and getting there was hellish. But the show was magic; I can still replay it in my mind.”

MARIA DENARDO Then: Senior Editor Now: Trauma psychotherapist Most memorable show: “I mistakenly wore skyhigh platform heels. When I was crossing the runway pre-show to interview André Leon Talley, I fell and landed at his feet. He asked me where I was from and I nervously said, ‘Columbus, Ohio!’ to which he rolled his eyes and replied, ‘No, child, what publication?’ ” I learned… “Sticking a recorder in a stranger’s face and asking them uncomfortable questions surprisingly set me up well to be a therapist.”

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TANYA ROMEYN Then: Fashion Director Now: Senior Media and External Relations Advisor, Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy A typical Daily day: “Brandusa hand-feeding my dachshund, Dieter, pulled-pork sandwiches every day while he laid on top of her fur coat!”

Favorite Brandusa memory: “Calling from Paris at 4 a.m. crying because my credit cards wouldn’t work and I was trying to check out and fly to Milan.

The hotel receptionist was yelling at me in French. B calmly said, “Hello, darling. Uncle Giorgio will handle your payment and this ridiculous man,” and handed the phone to her husband, Giorgio, who helped me through the ordeal. I’m presuming she just put her eye mask back on and went to sleep.”

Wildest story: “I went to Tom Ford’s apartment in Milan. When I went to leave, I went flying down two flights of freshly polished stairs! He just sighed, came down, and picked me up. Wildly embarrassing!”

I learned… “So much. Brandusa was an incredible mentor. She was our boss, mom, and friend. She’s a fearless leader who taught us to push ourselves and have a lot of fun along the way.”

CHRISTINE MUHLKE EMILY GYBEN COLEMAN Then: Writer/reporter Now: Editorial Director at LOFT Favorite Brandusa memory: “Her being absolutely beside herself after the Chanel fall 2010 show—the one where Karl brought an actual iceberg into the Grand Palais: ‘Heaven!

Divine!’ ” Wildest story: “To commemorate the 20th anniversary of Halston’s death, I interviewed Halston himself—via a medium. He wasn’t thrilled about the label’s revival.”

Then: Executive Editor Now: Founder of Bureau X food consultancy Favorite Daily memory: “Working with amazing journalists like Mark Jacobs, J.J. Martin, and Elisabeth Franck-Dumas, and designers like Michael Picon to create what was like the Spy magazine of fashion. We would prank call The Times! Or we would write headlines like, ‘Me So Horyn.’ I can’t believe what we got away with!”

Most memorable show or party: “Um, I was the one coming in at 6 a.m. during Fashion Week to make sure it was ready for the printer in time!”

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EMILY POPP Then: Writer/Reporter Now: Freelance writer and editor Wildest story: “Taking a firearm-safety class while wearing Louboutins to interview Michael Bastian at a shooting range (our idea, not his). He hit the bull’s-eye every time!”

Fashion Month survival strategy: “Never turn down a passed appetizer, and always turn down champagne.”

Then: Executive Editor Now: “While at The Daily, I started making illuminated dioramas and lighting, and have my first museum show this spring at the Vanderbilt Museum.

I was previously global creative director of Casamigos tequila, which I’ve since left to launch my own spirit— Hamilton Vodka—coming this summer.”

Memorable moment: “Ivan Bart bringing a nervous young colt named Gigi [Hadid] to meet the staff, and sweet-talking Brandusa into giving her a cover!”

Wildest story: “George Gurley’s ‘Who’s Who at the Beatrice Inn,’ which earned him a lifetime ban from [co-owner] Paul Sevigny, was pretty wild. Paul would only let him back in if he was wearing a clown suit, which he did. We rented it for him and sent a photographer, naturally.”

I learned… “That it only takes eight people to make a daily magazine if all of them are insane.”

FARAN KRENTCIL Then: Staff Writer Now: Writer; Contributing Editor at Elle; Editorial Director at Wild Elements Favorite Brandusa memory: “She is one of the best editors I’ve ever had. I don’t think she gets enough credit for the word magic that happens every season—and that’s later copied by every fashion kid with an Instagram account!”

Most memorable party: “An after-after party that consisted of me and Paris Hilton sitting on the kitchen counter at Claridge’s hotel in London at 5 a.m. eating French toast after Camilla al-Fayed’s 21st.”

I learned… “Listening—not talking—is the best way to lead a conversation.”

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SARAH HORNE GROSE Then: Senior Editor Now: Contributing Writer, Los Angeles magazine Favorite Brandusa memory: “Her knack for inventing new words, like chicette!”

Fashion Month survival strategy: “We were powered on espresso and champagne, exclusively.”

I learned: “You don’t need another goody bag.”

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NOLA WEINSTEIN Then: Associate Fashion News Editor Now: Global Head of Brand Experiences & Engagement, Twitter Favorite Daily memory: “Covering the Marc Jacobs show on the last night of NYFW in February 2008. I had pneumonia and a 103-degree fever, but there was no bowing out! The next evening I was sent to Milan and Paris for the first time on 10 hours notice.”

Most memorable party: “Standing on a banquette with Rihanna and Karl Lagerfeld watching Amy Winehouse perform at a Fendi party in Paris was a moment I will never forget.”

Wildest stories: “I interviewed Madonna on the back of a cocktail napkin! She was hosting a gala at the UN and The Daily was the only publication allowed inside. I took out my tape recorder to ask questions, but the batteries were dead! I never left home without a notebook again. Interviewing Grace Mirabella in her Park Avenue apartment was iconic. I also once made chili with Lela Rose. I use her recipe to this day!”

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Then: Fashion Editor Current role: Watch & Jewelry Editor at Robb Report Favorite Daily memory: “Ashley Baker and I dressed up in DIY Balenciaga outfits created using eBay finds, dance leotards, leggings, grocery bags, and an old North Face jacket, and went to lunch at Fred’s at Barneys for a story. André Leon Talley happened to be dining and you should have seen the look on his face! It still makes me scream laughing.”

Favorite Brandusa memory: “Brandusa has the best sense of humor and joie de vivre. She literally is The Daily. I will never forget how kind she was when my father passed away just a week before NYFW 2017. I will be eternally grateful to her for that.”

Most memorable parties: “Versus Versace’s party celebrating guest designer Anthony Vaccarello in fall 2014, with Donatella, Nicki Minaj, Jennifer Hudson, Naomi Campbell, and Rihanna. The pinnacle was Carine Roitfeld’s CR Fashion Book party in Paris during PFW. When Karl Lagerfeld made his late-arrival entrance with his hot male entourage, I have never seen so many A-listers and editors flock en masse to fawn like hysterical boy band fans.”

NYFW survival strategy: “There is none! You run on pure adrenaline until you have circles under your eyes, so dark they rival Pete Davidson’s.”

SYDNEY SADICK Then: Associate Editor Now: Fashion and lifestyle host; author Most memorable party: “Covering the Met Gala red carpet! Designers would talk to me because they loved The Daily.”

I learned… “The Daily was truly my career platform, and I’ll never forget that!

Eddie [Roche] took me under his wing and showed me how to ask the most fun and obscure questions. From Brandusa, I learned how to constantly be innovative in a landscape that’s ever-evolving.”

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PAIGE REDDINGER

Then: “I’ve worn a lot of hats at The Daily from 2003–2014!”

Now: Marketing Manager, Fontana Forni USA; Consultant, BSPK app Favorite Daily memory: “We were still at the Tents in 2003. I’d pick up the cards from photographers on an hourly basis. With our daily publishing schedule, digital downloads were not up to speed yet, so IMG hooked me up with an allaccess pass and I’d sneak into any fashion show I could! In the season’s last issue, Brandusa called me out by running a photo of me sitting front row.”

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s r a e Y 0 2 Where Are They Now? media edition

By ALEXANDRA ILYASHOV

ARIEL FOXMAN

Current job: “General manager of WS Development’s Boston Seaport neighborhood project; writer, mainly for Architectural Digest.”

Media diet: “In print, Real Simple and The New Yorker; digital, feels like everything. Also, I’m on Instagram multiple times a day and Twitter maybe twice a day.”

Reasons I’m optimistic about media in 2022: “Edward Enninful at British Vogue and Pierre A. M’Pelé at GQ France. I also love the Wordle mania—a renewed cultural obsession with words is a good thing.”

The best thing about the industry 20 years ago was…

“A willingness to invest time and resources to create something extraordinary, and to investigate something revolutionary.”

What I’d tell my 2002 self about media, and my career, in 20 years: “What!? And ruin the surprise? Not a chance.”

ANNE SLOWEY

Current job: “Consulting on tech projects and VC investment strategies; speech- and joke-writing; dabbling in day trading; and finally writing that book, but it has nothing to do with fashion.”

Media diet: “I read newsletters from a wide range of news, features, pop culture, and arts publications, and am starting to dive into Substack.”

Reasons I’m optimistic about media in 2022: “I’m optimistic about anyone who challenges the status quo.”

The best thing about the industry 20 years ago was… “Not hearing words like ‘ad-leveraged’ and ‘branding.’ ” What I’d tell my 2002 self about media, and my career, in 20 years: “Don’t believe the hype!”

DEBORAH NEEDLEMAN

Current job: “Maker of baskets, and other things from plants.”

Media diet: “NYT every day, but only the news pages, and not out of pleasure (I love its cooking app, too). I also enjoy reading Financial Times weekend edition, and my little local newspaper. For podcasts, I enjoy a gardening one called ‘Grow, Cook, Eat, Arrange,’ and Ariel Levy’s ’The Just Enough Family’ podcast. I get a few newsletters, but most consistently open the travel newsletters from Prior, a company started by a former magazine writer. I have a sporadic, mostly unhealthy, addictive relationship with Instagram. I read articles from The New Yorker and other literary magazines, but rarely whole issues. My online life is mostly about accessing specific information; I have a very intimate relationship with Google.”

Reasons I’m optimistic about media in 2022: “Samira Nasr at Harper’s Bazaar; Jo Ellison at FT’s How to Spend It; Martina Mondadori and Miguel Flores-Vianna at

Cabana magazine; and I’m excited to see what Hamish Bowles creates at World of Interiors.”

The best thing about the industry 20 years ago was… “The freedom magazine editors had and the singular focus of the job. You were supposed to make a great magazine.

End of story.”

STEFANO TONCHI

Current job: “Journalist, editor, and curator.”

Reasons I’m optimistic about media in 2022: “I see a return to highly differentiated, niche media, to small magazines that stand out, to print and digital publications with very focused editors. A decade ago, the mainstream and the niche were colliding, and every publication was swimming in a sea of sameness. Now, the middle is disappearing and only a select few will survive. As an industry, we need to recognize the limits and failure of globalization when it comes to media. Those who are pushing for the same content everywhere will become irrelevant. The days of cultural neo-colonialism are gone. I’m hopeful about the changes we’re seeing—more local identities being elevated, national collaborations, different voices and perspectives being championed. It’s a time for transformation and individualization. Audiences are moving away from homogenized content and toward what’s different; media properties with distinct identities are rising up.”

The best thing about the industry 20 years ago was… “The enthusiasm and hope in the digital revolution. This is still, in my opinion, the best thing today. Every time mankind created a problem—and clearly, the fragmentation of media, the clutter in the digital news landscape, the dissolving boundaries between what’s true and what’s false, are a big problem—we also came up with a solution!”

What I’d tell my 2002 self about media, and my career, in 20 years: “The media landscape evolves, but what stays constant is a journalist’s curiosity. New mediums bring new possibilities. Your role is to connect the dots, put ideas in a larger cultural context, create images, tell stories about people, places, and things you find interesting. Whether you channel it into a book, a magazine, a newsletter, a website, the mission is the same—to facilitate discovery.”

RUTH REICHL

Current job: “I’ve just finished a month as writer in residence at Substack, doing a daily newsletter, La Briffe. I had so much fun, so I’m continuing it on a weekly basis. For the past two years, I’ve been working on a documentary about the food landscape with director Laura Gabbert.

It’s been an incredible project. I’m also finishing a novel, which takes place in Paris in the ’80s. And I’ve been brainstorming a podcast with a man who has the most interesting food mind of anyone I know.”

The best thing about the industry 20 years ago was… “Generalinterest publications still had enormous reach. With most of them gone, people now tend to stick to publications that mirror their own views. This is devastating for a democracy.”

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Wondering what your favorite former editor is up to now?

Ditto. So we checked in with a few media powerhouses we’ve loved chronicling in THE DAILY over the past two decades.

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What I’d tell my 2002 self about media, and my career, in 20 years: “Everyone will be carrying a computer around all the time, and that’ll change everything. There’s no way print can compete with images, especially moving images.

Think big—and prepare yourself for a different world.”

LUCY DANZIGER

Current job: “Editorial director and CCO at The Beet, your guide to plant-based eating.”

Media diet: “All digital, a mix of newsletters and dailies— Morning Brew, the NYT online, The New York Post, WaPo, The New Yorker, CNN and more on Twitter, Medium for health content, and The Daily Beet, of course.”

Reasons I’m optimistic about media in 2022: “None. Watching the news is depressing.”

The best thing about the industry 20 years ago was… “The value companies put on talent, especially writers and editors, creative directors and photographers.”

What I’d tell my 2002 self about media, and my career, in 20 years: “Get your real estate license.”

What I’d tell my 2002 self about media, and my career, in 20 years: “In 2002, I was a freelancer in Lucky’s fashion credits department, then a beauty assistant at Elle. I never would’ve been able to imagine the career I’ve had.

I’d tell myself to always be open to possibilities, and if a career opportunity gives you the butterflies, it means you care deeply about it and should follow that feeling.”

MARTHA NELSON

Current job: “Officially, I retired, so where’s all that free time? I’m on the board of Andrews McMeel Universal publishing company; chair of the board of local NYC news site, City Limits; chair of Where Women Made History, an initiative of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, where I also serve as co-chair of the board of trustees; and the advisory board of iconic Philip Johnson property, The Glass House.”

Media diet: “I still get home delivery of The New York Times and the weekend Wall Street Journal because I love that paper outside the door in the morning. I also subscribe to City Limits, WaPo and South Dakota News Watch. Beyond that, I’m awash in a sea of content that flows through my phone and in-box, like Neo.Life (Jane Current job: “Launching a new media entity.”

Metcalfe’s site on the intersection of technology and What’s making me optimistic about media in 2022: “I’m excited our biology), Artnet News, The Wag (entertainment), Barry Diller and his company IAC’s DotDash subsidiary Marilyn Kirschner (The Look on Line), McKinsey & purchased Meredith. I think they’ll keep what is strong Company’s newsletter…and The Daily! I try not to go about those print brands, make the most of it even while down the rabbit hole of TikTok, Twitter, and Instagram acknowledging it’s a diminishing business, and amplify too frequently.

I swear off all three. I served their reach through digital.”

Current job: “I’ve just finished a month as writer in residence at Substack, doing Periodically, a nine years on the jury of the Peabody Awards, where I The best thing about thedaily industry 20 years ago was…

“Print was newsletter, La Briffe. I had so much fun – and we seemed to form a community was immersed in podcasts and documentaries, so that’s already waning, but it was still a fun time to be in print.

– so I’m continuing it on a weekly basis. For the last two years, I’ve been working on also a permanent part of the diet.”

I wouldn’t be honesta ifdocumentary I didn’t say about it wasthe funfood to spend landscape with director Laura Gabbert (City of Gold).

I’m fishoptimistic about media in 2022: “Given the $100,000 on a six-page shoot, fly to Costa Rica or It’s photo been an incredible project: I spent every day talking to farmers,Reasons ranchers, decimation of local news across the country, I find wherever we decidedermen, we wanted to go, and spend a week chefs, and policy people about what the pandemic revealed about our food hope in every independent local news org. Their staffs with a whole, big, nicesystem. team of I’m people that were all friends!” also finishing a novel, which takes place in Paris in the ’80s. And, I’ve are often tiny, What I’d tell my 2002 been self about media, and amy career,with in 20a man who has the most interesting food mind ofbut the work they do is important and brainstorming podcast essential to democracy. Support them!” years: “Jane, you’re going to be really happy because you’ll anyone I know.”

The publications best thing about the industry 20 years ago was… “The be able to have continual interaction with the you20 years ago was…“General interest The best thing about the people industry camaraderie, the resources, and the fact-checking.” love–your family, andstill people who read what you produce, had enormous reach. With most of them gone, people now tend to stick to publiWhat I’d tell my 2002 self about media, and my career, in 20 on a full-time basis, 24/7, and you’re going to thoroughly cations that mirror their own views. This is devastating for a democracy.” years: “ ‘It’s the video, stupid!’ I recently ran across an old enjoy the constant feedback and interaction.”

What I’d tell my 2002 self about media, and my career, in 20 years: “Everyone will Time Inc. deck on video that laid it all out. The analysis be carrying a computer around all the time, and that will change everything. There is was great.

We saw it coming, but we didn’t reallocate no way print can compete with images, especially moving images. Think big, let your resources fast enough or hard enough.

I loved my years Current jobs: “VP of fashion & shopping partnerships at imagination go wild – and prepare yourself for a completely different world.” at Time Inc., but one thing I couldn’t predict was how Instagram; children’s book author, my latest book, I Am fascinating, fun, and crazy my stint as Yahoo’s Global Golden, is my eighth one. It’s centered on the ChineseEditor-in-Chief would be. Two companies I worked at American experience—I spent a lot of my time during ended up being sold to ‘phone companies’: Time Warner COVID thinking about my identity and upbringing, to AT&T, and Yahoo to Verizon, and if I’d told myself within the lens of #stopasianhate.” that 20 years ago, I wouldn’t have believed it.”

Reasons I’m optimistic about media in 2022: “I’ve loved

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following the careers of the next generation on Instagram, like meme creator @ideservecouture, whose stories make me laugh out loud, and poets Cleo Wade and Amanda Gorman. My friend Shiona Turini documented the whole experience of styling for Insecure on Instagram, and I can only imagine how many teens and students watched the process and thought, “Yes, I can do that, too!” I also love getting a sense of who they are holistically and the day-today of their lives, not just their work.”

The best thing about the industry 20 years ago was… “Less about the media industry and more about the age and experience level I was at 20 years ago, but everything was brand-new and imbued with a sense of firsts. (My first byline! My first cover story!) That feeling is so unique at the start of a career.”

ATOOSA RUBENSTEIN

Current job: “Atoosa Unedited on Substack.”

Media diet: “New York Post; NY Times Magazine and Styles section; goop; TikTok; Substacks of Yung Pueblo and E. Jean Carroll; podcasts of Tara Brach, ‘SmartLess,’ and ‘Pulling the Thread’ with Elise Loehnen.”

Reasons I’m optimistic about media in 2022: “Taylor Lorenz…

I’m obsessed with her TikTok.” The best thing about the industry 20 years ago was… “Umm, there was something called a print publication and they were kinda really fun to work at…”

What I’d tell my 2002 self about media, and my career, in 20 years: “Enjoy your time being the ‘It girl’ because you’re going to need to be the ‘comeback girl’ in 2022!”

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DailyANGELS

Manfred Thierry Mugler

1948–2022 “Fashion was very easy for me, so I said, ‘I have the power to make big shows.’ The music, the sets, the light, the attitudes— it all helped to tell my story.

Something I say to young people is, ‘Be clear what you want to say.

Make sure that people get it.’ ”

Remembered Forever We’ve lost some unforgettable industry titans and friends in the past two decades. Thank you for the joie!

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André Leon Talley

1948–2022 “I love people—it is not the fashion, it is the people in fashion I love.”

Virgil Abloh

1980–2021 “I’m always trying to prove to my 17-year-old self that I can do creative things I thought weren’t possible.”

Franca Sozzani

Azzedine Alaïa

1935–2017 “I make clothes; women make fashion.”

1950–2016 “Vogue was in Italian, but I wanted to speak to everyone, so I thought of creating images that were made to talk.”

Karl Lagerfeld

1933–2019 “I’m very much down to earth, just not this earth.”

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Richard Buckley

Helen Gurley Brown 1922–2012 “Good girls go to heaven, bad girls go everywhere.”

1948–2021 “I was the first person in America to write about John Galliano when he showed his first collection in a fire exit at Olympia in 1985. The first to write about Leigh Bowery, BodyMap, the New Romantics, and countless others. If I was just starting out today, I am sure my head would be in the same place as that of most young people today.”

Alexander McQueen

Isabella Blow

1958–2007 “I don’t use a hat as a prop.

I use it as part of me.”

1969–2010 “When I’m dead and gone, people will know that the 21st century was started by Alexander McQueen.”

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Alber Elbaz

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1961–2021 “I remember what Meryl Streep told me, that I always helped her to be a better version of her, and not to transform her. I think this is my job. I’m not trying to transform anyone; I’m just trying to make everyone, as much as I can, a better version of themselves.”

Bud Konheim

1935–2019 “I ask young designers, ‘What are you looking for?’

They say, ‘I want to get some licensing and then go into the sunset.’ Everyone’s got the attention span of a cockroach.”

Ingrid Sischy

1952–2015 “We’re lucky, you know. It’s an amazing world we have all found ourselves in.”

L’Wren Scott

1964–2014 “I just want to be known for what I do, not who I know.”

Theodore Forstmann

1940–2011 “He was such a visionary in connecting people. In a way, it was his greatest talent. He created a party around ideas. I guess Teddy was the modernday equivalent of the folks who hosted salons in Paris in the 1920s. But he did it in a modern, bigger, grander way.”

—Dr. Mehmet Oz

Kate Spade

1962–2018 “I don’t think that fashion is something people encourage in a lot of schools, but I think they should—it’s all about personal expression.”

Stella Tennant

1970–2020 “I said I wasn’t going to model after having my son. Now I just think, Fine, I enjoy the people a lot. And I haven’t found a better part-time job.”

Oscar de la Renta

1932–2014 “The great thing about fashion is that it always looks forward.”

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ArtMOMENT

This month in Miami as part of the Pegasus World Cup, Baccarat proudly presents “Too Black Too Fast,” a curated art exhibition celebrating the history and contribution of African American jockeys in Thoroughbred horse racing through visual art and portraiture.

With multimedia pieces from artist Michael J. McBride and sculptor George Nock, the show at the Historic Ward Rooming House in the Overtown neighborhood tells the story of Black jockeys. These pioneering men played an integral role in the history of Thoroughbred horse racing. McBride tells THE DAILY how he discovered them and why it’s important to tell their tale to a new generation.

By EDDIE ROCHE How did you first learn about these jockeys?

This started in 1991. I had a good friend who had an African American bookstore that dealt in art and culture. I had done some things with him before on soldiers. He was contacted to ask if he had anything dealing with Blacks and equestrians. He then contacted me and asked me if I knew anything about Black jockeys, and I said I had never heard about Black jockeys. He said, “This might be something you want to look at and check out.” I went to the library and looked up horse racing and saw this book called Racelines, by Philip Von Borries. At the end of the book, it had this whole section about Black jockeys. I was blown away by it. We started to research, and being an artist, I knew art was the best way to visualize and show what it is that I had discovered and present it.

Was there anything else written about these jockeys, or was it pretty minimal?

There was a lot out there, which was so surprising to me. It’s amazing what’s out there, but nobody had thought about it. It’s never mentioned in the racing world.

STORY What did you learn about these guys?

One of the main things that I learned about it was that there was such a partnership between the jockeys and their masters. They weren’t treated as Black slaves. They were well fed, well kept, and dressed well.

What can people expect to see at the exhibition?

Actual portraits of some of the jockeys that I had access to through photographs and the other things I created from the book The Great Black Jockeys: The Lives and Times of the Men Who Dominated America’s First National Sport, by Edward Hotaling. He got most of his information from Belle Meade Plantation in Nashville.

Why is it important to tell these stories?

As an African American artist, I think it’s important that our people see all the great things we’ve done. It’s another one of those areas that was untapped and untold.

One of things I feel is my duty as an artist is to be able to show these things visually.

We are a visual society. We experience and are affected by things that we see. The exhibition gives an option to young kids who might not be big enough to play football or basketball, that this is an industry where you can be a hot walker or trainer. There’s all kinds of aspects to it.

You’ve been working on this for decades. How often does the exhibition get shown to the public?

We were showing it up until 2012, and we stopped and started reevaluating how we want to proceed further. Technology and a lot of different things had changed.

We wanted to keep the exhibition fresh and informative. This is the first time we’ve brought it back out. We were contacted by Pegasus World Cup, which had heard about it. We started talking and put it back together. We’re excited to have it back out and excited for their support and the support of Baccarat.

How many pieces are in the exhibition?

There are 24 oil paintings and six bronze sculptures done by my artist friend George Nock, who has since passed away in 2020 from COVID. We weren’t able to finish the series. We are hoping he left some waxes

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that he had done and not cast. We’re hoping to get that done.

The exhibition is free. How long is it going on for?

It’s through February 13 at the Historic Ward Rooming House in Miami. The exhibition will be available for public viewing every Thursday to Sunday from noon until 6 p.m.

Have you gone to any Hollywood producers with this story? It seems like a film waiting to happen.

We have a synopsis that I came up. It’s a multimedia project. We’re looking at a documentary; we have a play that we commissioned; we have a soundtrack being produced. We have a whole educational package. We have all kinds of stuff!

Do you have any dream actors to play the jockeys?

We have talked about it! We’ve talked about Don Cheadle or Kevin Hart. We’ve kicked names around. There has been some Hollywood interest. The whole idea about the movie is we want it to be a contemporary movie; we want it to draw in young people.

Why did Black jockeys stop riding?

The Jim Crow laws where Blacks and whites became segregated. Before that, nobody was segregated. Everybody mingled. It wasn’t until 2002 that another Black jockey raced again.

Tell us about your love of horses!

I’m a country boy from west Tennessee. We had horses. From age 8 or 9, I’ve raised horses and loved them. This was close to me. I’m also a history buff, so that made it even better.

What do you do besides putting the exhibition together?

I’m also a book illustrator. I’ve illustrated more than 80 children’s books. The current book that I’m working on is about the African American artist Ellis Wilson, who was a painter from the Harlem renaissance. I’m also a muralist. I’m scheduled to go to Nairobi, Kenya, with a university to possibly paint a mural there. I just finished the largest African American mural in downtown Nashville of the late Congressman John Lewis.

“As a proud sponsor of the Pegasus World Cup, Baccarat is honored to partner with the Historic Ward Rooming House to present “Too Black Too Fast.” The exhibition is just one retrospective of the many untold stories of Black excellence in America. The hardship and the courage of these Black jockeys is unmeasurable. Even today, these jockeys hold records and set the standard for all jockeys in the industry, yet we don’t hear of their accomplishments. Baccarat is grateful to have the opportunity to help tell their story, as these athletes played an integral part in our history.”—Jim Shreve,

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President and CEO, Baccarat North America

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MCM is ushering in the season with an upbeat campaign that enlists multi-platinum, chart-topping artist iann dior— maybe his viral smash hit “Mood” with 24kGoldn rings a bell?—to model the latest wares. Not only does the oneto-watch performer appear in the latest ad series, he lends his new track “Let You” to the accompanying video, too.

In the campaign highlighting the hardworking and hands-free handbags, which are sure to liven up any outfit, dior is styled by Haley Wollens and lensed by Retro Schmid, resulting in a Memphis-meets-M.C. Escher aesthetic that bridges colorful fantasy with bold, current design.

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Inside this vibrant MCM world, you’ll find its new star, the Mena series, amongst other handbags offered in just about every color your heart could desire. As always, the line brings together top-of-the-range Italian leather, sophisticated European design, and an edgy attitude to boot. The pieces also take inspiration from the archives with their signature closure and monogram print. Making it even more covetable, they come hot on the heels of MCM’s 45th anniversary—although the brand clearly has the future in mind.

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Olive and plaid mixedmedia jacket, $139

Contrast shoulder sweater dress in Navy/Black, $99

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The best accessory? An equally stylish other half, mais oui! For the February installment of its Spring/Summer ’22 campaign, titled #DKNYDoYourThing, DKNY proved this in abundance by tapping real-life fashion-conscious duos who are unafraid to express themselves while keeping love, fun, and togetherness front and center. In the energetic and upbeat images, model and nonprofit founder Ebonee Davis is joined by her rapper boyfriend Smino, while Insta-famous model Lindsay Vrckovnik and her multihyphenate creative beau Tyler Blue Golden also give a glimpse of what’s on offer during this most romantic time of year. What’ll you shop for your sweetheart this season? Only pieces you’d want to steal for yourself, obviously!

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Did you know Swiss Maison Roger Dubuis has traffic-stopping, scarlet-hued new digs in Soho?

Kitted out in such a bold shade, you won’t miss the all-encompassing new flagship, thanks to its garage door–adorned facade and a hand-painted mural inside by local artists. Ensuring even more of a reason to stop by, the recently opened Soho Residence showcases the partnership between Roger Dubuis and TheArsenale—a marketplace and platform dedicated to the future of mobility by bringing together brands and designers to transform the motion universe.

Each month, a new vehicle from TheArsenale’s mind-blowing repertoire will hang tight at the Wooster Street store (spoiler alert: this month it’s a white 2022 Lamborghini Huracán STO!).

Yet another reason to plan your visit—aside from the ping-pong tables in the VIP area—is the chance to snap up an exclusive timepiece, inspired by its new neighborhood surroundings.

Only eight of the graffiti-adorned Excalibur Soho Edition Monobalancier currently exist, so don’t delay. Ticktock, what are you waiting for?

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ChicSPREE

PARISIAN POLISH Billie belted leather jacket in Pacific Blue, $1,395 Inez cropped blazer in Dusty Pink, $1,250

Jayda blazer, $595

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Minnie off-theshoulder sweater in White, $325

Blame it on Emily in Paris returning to our screens, because our obsession with French Girl style prevails. For Spring/Summer 2022, L’AGENCE toes the line once more between laissez-faire and laid-back, with trophy jackets, polished separates, suiting, and denim that will command attention on Sunset Boulevard or the Champs-Élysées. Indeed, we can even see Mademoiselle Cooper falling fast for these wardrobe must-haves. Trés chic, non?

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After a cold, cold winter spent bundled up in layers, the future of fashion and getting dressed up is looking bright once more! This spring season, reach for eyewear styles that add a sense of joy and put a much-needed pep in your step. From nostalgic to colorful and chunky to delicate, brands presented a myriad of options that’ll elevate your outfit to the next level, no matter what your style preference. Now, if the sun would just kindly reappear!

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MAP aviator sunglasses in Clear Blue, $32

ITINERARY square sunglasses in Turquoise, $32

COLORFUL & CUTE

Who said serious eyewear has to be black or neutral?

EyeBuyDirect’s options in pops of blue, green, yellow, and red add a playful touch to your outfit and have the added benefit of brightening up your complexion.

Chase the rainbow!

IMPRESSION rectangle sunglasses in Yellow, $29

GO FOR GOLD

Forget hoping your expensive skincare does the lord’s work. The quickest way to look more radiant is to opt for soft gold-rimmed specs. We’re digging the working 9-to-5 vintage executiverealness aesthetic of these aviator reading glasses. What a way to make a living! Plus, thanks to EyeBuyDirect’s attainable pricing model, you don’t have to demand a raise either.

FLOWING aviator eyeglasses in Gold, $28

ORSON aviator eyeglasses in Gold, $55

’90s

REVIVAL Bigger, bolder, better! EyeBuyDirect’s extra-large shades, inspired by most iconic paparazzi moments of the 1990s, will add maximum impact to even the most minimalist of outfits.

Go big or go home, as they say!

IMPRESSION rectangle sunglasses in Tortoise, $29

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HEART-SHAPED HEAVEN!

Love is in the air, and we’re not talking about Valentine’s Day. There’s something about these cute sunnies that makes our hearts sing. Indeed, why not buy both of these styles—who needs a significant other when you can treat yourself!?

DARLING heart sunglasses in Burgundy, $39

APHRODITE heart eyeglasses in Tortoise, $39

All available at eyebuydirect.com

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Daily Front Row faves Sophie Sumner and Igee Okafor recently spent an unforgettable afternoon at American Dream, 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 that features attractions such as DreamWorks Water Park, Nickelodeon Universe theme park, Legoland Discovery Centre, SEA LIFE Aquarium, Big SNOW ski hill, and more.

Fashion lovers will find everything they’ll ever need at The Avenue, American Dream’s unrivaled luxury shopping experience, including the only Saks Fifth Avenue in N.J., a two-story Hermès flagship, Dolce & Gabbana, and much more. American Dream’s extensive retail portfolio also includes flagship locations of Aritzia, H&M, Sephora, Lululemon, Primark, and more. Follow along as they took a day off to have a dream daycation! It doesn’t get any cuter than these two!

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The Avenue Life

Sophie and Igee checked out The Avenue’s many luxury stores, including Saint Laurent, Mulberry, Jonathan Adler, and even a pop-up from fashion icon Iris Apfel. There’s much more on the way, including boutiques from Gucci, Gentle Monster, and Zadig & Voltaire.

Will you?…

The Garden (designed as the Garden of Love for Valentine’s Day) experience includes countless photo moments, thanks to its distinct and bright design. Faux wedding proposals not included.

Clubbing at Saks

Shoppers are flocking to the new Saks Fifth Avenue (the only one in New Jersey!). Sophie and Igee met with style advisor Christian Martin at The Fifth Avenue Club for one-on-one assistance to add a few looks from Balenciaga, Balmain, and L’AGENCE (you name the designer and it’s there) to their wardrobes and something special to wear to The Daily’s 20th-anniversary party. American Dream is a partner on the big bash!

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Grazie!

The cuties took in an incredible lunch at Carpaccio, the first Northeast location of Bal Harbour’s fave restaurant. The Italian cuisine was heavenly as always! Generous portions, impeccable service, the bread!

They didn’t want their lunch to end, but we had more to do!

DreamWorks Water Park

The final destination of the day was to the world’s largest indoor waterpark. It’s beyond epic! You can also meet characters like Shrek and Poppy, and bring friends to Luxury SkyBoxes designed by Jonathan Adler. Good vibes were everywhere!

Coming Soon!

Dream Wheel, a 300-square-foot observation wheel offering stunning views of NYC’s skyline!

The Game Room Powered

by Hasbro—a first-of-its-kind arcade concept!

Nickelodeon Universe

Sophie and Igee had the time of their lives at the largest indoor theme park in North America. The park boasts the world’s steepest roller coaster, the world’s tallest and longest-spinning coasters, and the world’s tallest indoor spinning drop tower. Lest we forget, there’s a record number of Instagram-worthy moments everywhere.

Only 5 Miles From Manhattan Weekend bus service from Port Authority or take a Lyft!

Skip Barber Karting Academy, a 40,000-square-foot indoor go-kart experience!

Instagram @americandream TikTok @americandream_official

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ALTUZARRA SPRING/SUMMER ’22

BALMAIN SPRING/SUMMER ’22

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PACO RABANNE

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BADGLEY MISCHKA Statement rattan discs pull-tie necklace, $50, badgleymischka.com

ANNE FONTAINE Tsarina embroidered sequin and tulle collar, $650; Wika black beaded cape collar, $1,900; annefontaine.com

EMILIO PUCCI Logo-appliqué large basket bag, $735, emiliopucci.com

EMILIO PUCCI Onde-print straw hat, $510, emiliopucci.com

TAMARA COMOLLI Ocean Jasper large ring, $7,400, tamaracomolli.com

LOUIS VUITTON Monogram jacquard denim bandeau, $510, louisvuitton.com UNSUBSCRIBED Crochet sweater, $175; embroidered bib blouse, $248; unsubscribed.com

GUCCI Crystal Gucci hair slide, $530, gucci.com

GUCCI Platform slide sandal in Beige, $650, gucci.com

Craft Work!

The inspo: your high school art teacher, but make it chic. Designers had a love affair with tactile fringe, macramé, embroidery, and crochet in a return to fashion that looks and feels like heart and soul went into its making.

From bohemian blouses to woven baskets and luxe accessories that appear as if they were sourced from travels around the globe, we’re looking to the luxury retailers of Palm Beach’s The Esplanade (Louis Vuitton! Gucci! Pucci!) to nail the vibe. Class is in session!

LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Peter Pan collar Bayadere blouse, $1,800, louisvuitton.com

TAMARA COMOLLI Mikado flamenco bracelet with moonstones, $38,700, tamaracomolli.com

GUCCI Specialized Fit rectangular sunglasses, $625, available only in stores

EMILIO PUCCI Onde-print wedge espadrilles, $500, emiliopucci.com

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AKRIS Second Glance embroidery A-line dress, $2,990, akris.com

LOUIS VUITTON Strawgram visor, $1,110, louisvuitton.com

GUCCI GG slingback pump, $1,100, gucci.com

BADGLEY MISCHKA Double drop rattan and multistone earrings, $30, badgleymischka.com

AKRIS Magda lamb suede stretch pants, $3,990, akris.com

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Mission: DAMAGE CONTROL

Heavenly hair alert! Kérastase’s new range, the mysterious superhero-sounding Chroma Absolu, is here to answer all your concerns when it comes to repairing damaged and color-treated locks. Thanks to hardworking acids, which take on the task just like a caped crusader, you’ll never look back. California-based stylist and salon owner Cheng Tan fills us in. Shine on!

By FREYA DROHAN This line takes a “skincare-inspired approach.” Tell us more!

The premise behind the acids in the Chroma Absolu range is treating hair like our skin, by healing it from the inside out. There are many aggressors to hair, just as there are for skin, and repeated color services can compromise the integrity of the hair. The

acids found in Chroma Absolu can help with restoration and rebuilding that perfect hair fiber.

How are these particular acids beneficial?

This trio of restoring acids can penetrate the hair fiber, help with longer-lasting shine, and also minimize color fading.

What do we need to know about the star ingredient, centella asiatica?

It’s a potent and rich antioxidant. It’s great for hydration and nourishment for the hair and scalp. It’s definitely an ingredient to keep an eye out for!

Who will benefit the most from the line, and what’s the main promise of regular use?

Clients who color, or would like to color, their hair without compromising the integrity and shine. We can have it all!

What’s the most common cause of damage you see in the salon?

Oxidation of color, along with breakage from overcoloring.

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trend I’m loving is the rediscovery of volume and big blowouts. What I’d be glad to see go is overly shaggy haircuts. Bring back the polished and sexy blowouts!

What hair trends do you anticipate being big for 2022?

Volume, volume, volume! I see a return of big, sexy blowouts. Think Cindy Crawford in the ’90s—get those round brushes ready!

Do you think TikTok is the biggest driver of trends these days, or where are people getting ideas for new styles?

I think TikTok is a huge driver of trends. Trends can go viral, but also die down quickly. I actually Cheng Tang think Instagram and Pinterest are still great resources for digging up hashtags. Things seem to linger on a little bit longer there than on TikTok. What hair tools would you take to a desert island?

That’s a tough one, but the two hair tools I would take with me—considering there’ll be no electricity!—are a Mason Pearson hairbrush and some hair ties. That way, I can at least braid my hair in a protective style until I get rescued. Also, those hair ties could come in handy for building shelter. Who knows!

Who’s your forever hair and beauty icon, and why?

Grace Jones! She is the definition of an icon. Her flattop hairstyle is recognizable from a mile away. She has always taken risks and done it her own way, on her own terms. I admire that she has never been apologetic in the art of expressing herself.

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Any tips to minimize damage?

Better at-home haircare! It’s so vital that stylists prescribe the proper haircare for our clients to take home. Chroma Absolu will not only make our guests’ hair feel better, but it’ll also make our work have longevity. Everyone benefits!

For people with damaged or color-treated hair, how often should they be using this range?

This range can be used every time they cleanse their hair. Because it’s sulfate-free and also has the new acid technology, it’s okay to use it every time you cleanse as it won’t weigh down your hair.

How soon can people expect to see results?

With the acids built into the products, as well as the in-salon treatments, the hair fiber is treated and sealed with their color service. You will see instant shine and nourishment. After six weeks of use, 92 percent of color intensity is preserved!

Is this range recommended for those who don’t have color-treated hair?

Yes! It will add a lot of shine to your natural hair, as well as keeping all your hair fibers smooth and moisturized from other aggressors like UV rays and frequent combing and brushing.

You recently celebrated 10 years of your salon, Koda, in La Jolla! What hair trends over the past decade are you glad to see return and go away?

Yes, 10 years! It’s so crazy to think about what we have witnessed with trends. The

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GO FASHION

GO

Pack your bags—we’re heading to Palm Springs! Say goodbye to the trade show experience as you know it! Rather, meet FashionGo Week Palm Springs, a new concept that marries B2B fashion discovery with culture, design, and connection, all set against the lush and historically relevant backdrop of the SoCal desert. Tom Nastos, co-founder of BluEnsign, and Paul Lee, CEO of NHN Global, talk us through what to expect ahead of the tech-savvy, forward-thinking event, which takes place May 3–5.

What are your respective backgrounds?

Tom Nastos: As a trade show veteran, I’ve had the first-hand opportunity to develop, lead, and initiate new ventures—bridging the gap of today and tomorrow’s approach in the wholesale fashion marketplace.

Paul Lee: I began my career in investment banking, primarily in mergers and acquisitions. After 14 years on Wall Street, I pivoted to C-level executive roles and transitioned to NHN Global, a subsidiary of South Korea–based NHN Corporation, for three years before taking the role as CEO at NHN Global, where I provide leadership to several wholly owned technology businesses, including FashionGo Week Palm Springs.

How did you meet, and what idea sowed the seed for FashionGo Week Palm Springs?

Nastos: The old adage “It’s a small world” is true! We aligned on creating market access for customers to discover, connect, and transact. We see an opportunity to extend technology Tom Nastos and digital-market access into other channels, like physical marketplaces

and trade shows, to improve them, and make them efficient. We want to meet the customer—where and how they want to buy, then make it convenient to discover new brands and products, develop relationships with one another, transact, and more importantly, grow together.

Lee: With Tom’s expertise and grasp of in-person live events and our understanding of online marketplaces with the 20 years of experience FashionGo has built, we feel extremely fortunate to have each other.

How are you feeling ahead of the first-ever live FashionGo Week Palm Springs?

Nastos: Beyond thrilled and excited to share such an incredible experience with everyone; it’s truly a game changer in the best way possible. We have assembled an experienced and empowered team of innovative creators and connectors who are passionate in their support of the wholesale fashion and lifestyle communities. The future never looked brighter for the Paul Lee wholesale fashion community.

What’s the process been like organizing the event?

Lee: It was eye-opening to see different elements and

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teams come together and understand in detail what it entails to put together an offline and online event curated for our audience. We’re excited to finally announce and invite the community we serve to a whole new experience to support their business.

FashionGo has always strived to expand access for both brands and retail buyers, and the opportunity to provide face-to-face interaction and a virtual event concurrently to provide flexibility in how the market interacts while making online/offline business flows and discovery seamless is something we’re excited to bring to the community.

FashionGo has already hosted some virtual trade shows.

Lee: FashionGo hosted three digital trade shows during the pandemic. We learned that retailers and brands still needed access and ways to procure. Access to new arrivals is what drives the market.

Nastos: We also learned so much about live selling on a scale. Attendees of the virtual events had the ability to join and shop new seasonal arrivals from top vendors for free while also taking advantage of exclusive show deals and promotions. The virtual events exhibited best-in-class features, including livestream shopping, enabling attendees to watch, chat, and shop new season products in real time. The reception was positive and drove new ways for our buyers and vendors to transact. Through Palm Springs, we look to further provide our digital offerings with the benefits of in-person.

What does participation look like this year?

Lee: We have thousands of vendors and almost a million registered buyers on

FashionGo. We have tremendous and strong engagement with our users. For FashionGo Week Palm Springs in May, I believe we’re targeting 250–300 brands to exhibit!

How will you ensure health and safety at the event?

Nastos: Health and safety is of utmost importance and concern. We will follow and implement all state and local COVID-19 guidelines, which currently includes masking indoors and proof of vaccination or negative tests. Furthermore, the venue we have chosen is GBAC STAR accredited. GBAC STAR is the only outbreak prevention, response, and recovery accreditation for all types of facilities, including retail, restaurants, stadiums, hotels, and much more.

Will there be an online component this year, too?

Nastos: Absolutely, our FashionGo digital platform will be streaming live, creating an overall inclusive digital-immersive experience. You’ll be able to join us from anywhere on the globe.

Lee: Brands will have access to not only the buyers on-site but also those who are joining us nationwide. It aligns to our goal of presenting a regional event with a national audience to the community.

Tell us about Style Match+.

Lee: Style Match+ is a visual search tool on FashionGo that expands the ability to search for styles from anywhere on the web, such as search engines and social platforms, and find similar styles through FashionGo—not just apparel but accessories and footwear

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as well. Style Match+ on the Palm Springs on-site mode of the FashionGo app will make discovery and search relevant for the attendees. And they are no longer limited to just physical booth-to-booth browsing. This powerful search tool will enable buyers to expand their discovery potential during the show like never before and easily purchase in a secure and safe payment environment.

Any amenities and events we can look forward to?

Nastos: We’re curating events, panels, and experiences that allow retailers, brands, and everyone in general to connect holistically. We’re focused on curating memorable moments, which in essence are life-changing in the best way possible.

Why do you think physical trade shows are still crucial in the industry?

Nastos: When we looked at launching this business, we understood that the dynamics of in-person events and marketplaces were evolving. Digital marketplaces and the regional model were growing and accelerating because of COVID-19. Truthfully, the shift commenced prior to COVID-19. A regional calendar and consistent frequency were better serving the needs of the fashion community, rather than a national event every six months. Retailers have a hard time planning in such an extensive time frame. They wanted to order less, but buy more frequently. Buy on trend and increase their sell-through. We looked at where the market was not being served by this new regional format and saw an opportunity in the western region of the country. Our database confirmed it.

Speaking of sunny Palm Springs…what an exciting venue choice!

Nastos: It’s an iconic destination—dare I say, it’s a resort location. Folks want to go to a great destination. Palm Springs is already branded as an “oasis.” It has so much to offer our community, especially around health and wellness, outdoor activities, a diverse range of dining experiences, shopping, and nightlife at various price points to fit any budget. It’s a carte blanche destination! You get to curate your own personalized

experience. Our hope is that our attendees have a hard time remembering they are not on vacation. Just don’t forget the SPF! What about the heritage drew you to the location?

Lee: In addition to being an ideal location for both business and pleasure, it is the location of the first-ever wholesale apparel in-person marketplace, Round Up, which was the predecessor of the Apparel Guild in California, which launched 80 years ago.

Nastos: Not to mention, the greater Coachella Valley has a long history of attracting celebrities and artists. Palm Springs is a living midcentury modern art museum and is fast becoming an attractive hub for the fashion community. They know they belong. It’s the perfect fit.

Any recommendations to leave us with?

Nastos: Honestly, I don’t even know where to begin. There’s something for everyone: sunshine, golf, hiking, posh restaurants. It’s going to be hard to leave!

Lee: Our team will also be sharing these recommendations from time to time with our registered attendees via our communication channels!

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KEEPING UP With COURTNEY

What were the main takeaways from last September?

Nothing can replace the importance of a live event. Brands are so happy to connect, show their fabrics and the details on collections that they worked so hard on.

COTERIE has been the fashion market event for four decades. That trust and respect that attendees have does not go unnoticed. We feel responsible and we work hard to uphold the integrity of COTERIE. How will digital remain an important element going forward?

COTERIE’s ever-busy vice president Courtney Bradarich tells us Digital solutions will support the physical experience and help us to expand our portfolio through content, data, insights, and education, particularly in between what’s new and notable ahead of the event’s return to the Javits events. Brands value the opportunity to tell their story and to connect with retailers.

Center this February.

And that’s the ultimate goal!

By FREYA DROHAN How is health and safety front of mind this time around?

We adhere to all city and state regulations. This season, proof of vaccination and ID How are you feeling ahead of COTERIE’s return? are required, and masks will be required, too. There will be personal hygiene stations, I’m feeling excited! I’m proud of our community for continuing to be nimble, physical distancing ability on site, and enhanced cleaning. Before attending, guests adjusting, and being committed to making it a success. can refer to the health and safety page on our website, which is updated daily.

You’ve been in the industry for 17 years. What’s been the most positive change?

What’s the most rewarding thing about your job?

The focus on inclusivity—from the people we see represented in brand campaigns Playing a role in supporting the commercial success of the to designers that are spotlighted. As an industry, we have a long incredibly creative and talented brands we have, as well as way to go, but now it’s clear to see it’s not a marketing fad. It’s a nurturing new talent and being an integral part of a retailer’s movement with momentum, one that should have always been journey. there.

What’s the most surprising part of your job?

How is Informa furthering the momentum?

How logistical it is!

We have implemented Informa Markets Fashion for Change, an How do you like to relax and ensure balance? initiative that fosters allyship, inclusion, and equality within the It’s a challenge for my personality type! I live in L.A. now after fashion community through programs that support and elevate many years in New York. I’m right by the ocean, so it’s much minority-owned, female-owned, and LGBT+-owned fashion easier to relax and unwind. I go for a run or bike ride by the brands. water, or find a binge-worthy new show, or I stroll through Ahead of the event, what thoughts are taking up most of your time?

Pinterest looking for interior-design inspiration.

We’re in full event-planning mode over here! We’re readying for Tell us about some brands showing that you’re excited about! our return with a full slate of activations, education, and a roster We’re happy to be welcoming back incredibly talented brands of new and returning brands. We’ve seen a continuous uptick in Courtney Bradarich like SER.O.YA, DL1961, Amur, Intentionally Blank, Love the registration and numbers are still increasing daily.

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What’s your mantra for 2022 and beyond?

Acceptance is paramount to progress. The first step to addressing challenging situations is finding control and calm. We are all just doing what we can, independently and collectively, to accept reality and adjust to the time and forge new paths forward.

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Label, and Illesteva. We also have exciting new-to-show brands including the amazing Wolford, a beautiful cashmere collection called Kujten, a contemporary collection called Kukhareva London, and Avocado, a cool active and athleisure brand.

What piece of career advice has served you the most?

To approach situations with authenticity and humility. At the end of the day, we’re all just doing our jobs. Growth and inspiration can be found if we keep it real and are conscientious.

What makes fashion feel exciting to you?

I love change, in most facets of life! Fashion is ever-evolving; we can always look to fashion for our need to change.

What new season trends are you already looking forward to?

I’m aesthetically still a New Yorker, and I’m much more of a minimalist, but I’m excited about colorplay and pushing myself away from black, white, and neutral.

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Paola’s PREDICTIONS As Italian brands prepare to show at COTERIE and capture the U.S. market’s hearts, THE DAILY checked in with the driving force behind the fashion and beauty division at the Italian Trade Commission, Paola Guida, to hear what she sees in her crystal ball for 2022!

By FREYA DROHAN

How are you feeling ahead of the return to COTERIE? There is definitely a sense of cautious optimism!

Obviously, everyone is obliging ongoing safety requirements, but there is still an energy coming from brands who haven’t been able to travel and contribute to the global growth of their companies in so long!

How are people keeping safety in mind when traveling from Italy to the United States?

Italians have been extremely disciplined when it comes to precautions as our country was one of the hardest hit early on. After waiting so long to travel to the States, our brand partners are taking every safety precaution to ensure that they can get back to business.

What’s the uptake like this year?

Last season, the Italian Trade Agency sponsored 50 brands. This season, the number has increased to 70, so we’re very excited about that!

Have brands changed how they approach their collections?

For many of the brands, COVID accelerated how they embrace more seasonless collections, as they’ve been forced to move away from the more traditional separate Spring/Summer and Fall/ Winter offerings.

In what other ways has the Italian mentality toward fashion changed?

I think the uncertainty from the pandemic pushed Italian designers to think more broadly about their collections to include items that have

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a longer lifespan and greater versatility.

In what ways is ITA supporting Italian brands?

The Italian Trade Agency is committed to facilitating in-person opportunities that give Italian designers and brand owners a chance to share their work with U.S. retail buyers. And to do this most effectively, we take great care to gather digital assets and assist in promoting our Italian brands digitally through marketing partnerships, displays, press outreach, content creation, newsletters, and via social media. All these channels work together and are necessary to get the attention of the best American retailers.

What was growth like last year?

As of our most recent reports from September 2021, Italian exports in the fashion and beauty sectors to the U.S.A. were up more than 68 percent from 2020 and were on track to exceed even 2019. That’s an incredible turnaround and cause for much celebration: clothing up 33 percent; shoes, 67 percent; and leather goods, 78 percent.

What other positives have come out of the past two years?

We have a feeling of empowerment and resolve.

Our brands have learned to navigate and work with new safety measures, and they’ve learned how to mitigate logistics issues. These are Italian brands that produce their products in Italy using Italian materials. So they’re already set to be able to handle supply-chain issues in a much more prepared way. Each brand has overcome so many obstacles, and they’re more ready than ever to expand their businesses globally—especially to do business with American retailers.

Sustainability is always an important focus for the Italian fashion business, too.

There’s a change being heard around the world— shoppers want to buy fewer products, but quality products that will last a long time. They want to support brands that are handmade, artisanal, family-owned, or produced ethically—storied brands with a soul and a conscience. Every one of our Made In Italy brands deliver on that promise.

Any other industry trends or shifts right now?

There’s a need for a more utilitarian wardrobe— one that prioritizes comfort while enabling the wearer to do a lot of different things at once. We see a lot of knitwear brands flourishing, like those that offer tissue-like cashmere separates that are luxurious and don’t look like you’re wearing your pajamas all day, even if you are still working from home! We’re also seeing a lot more streetwear offerings, and RTW and accessories designed for a more urban lifestyle coming into the mix.

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Gaiofatto

Mazzarelli

Meet the 70 Made in Italy brands ready to take COTERIE by storm from February 27–March 1. Preparati!

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READY TO WEAR Mazzarelli

Since 1960, men’s shirt label Mazzarelli has practiced and perfected its tailoring excellence and sartorial charm.

Every design enlists generations-long discipline and quality fabrics for cuff-tosleeve bliss. (Agent: Tania Piacquadio) Seventy Venezia

VLT’s by Valentina’s

MeiMeiJ

Seventy Venezia

A go-to for men and women alike, Seventy Venezia combines art, architecture, and cinema into every design for modern, sexy, all-Italian sartorial bliss. (Agent: Marco Tiburzi)

Queen Moda

MeiMeiJ dishes out grade-A statementmaking styles season after season.

Just think: protagonist ruffles, puffed sleeves, and modest detailing in all the right places. (Agent: Marialuna Casoli)

Born on the rocky coast of Positano, Queen Moda’s offering has always been reminiscent of its sun-kissed beginnings— luxury beachwear that might as well be a plane ticket to paradise. (Agent: Maria Gentile)

VLT’s by Valentina’s

Caliban

MOU

Francesca Geraci

A leading force in women’s shirting and blouses, VLT’s focuses on keeping in line with trends, while never compromising on timeless dependability. (Agent: Annamaria Parenti)

Designed to attract customers with a youthful frame of mind, muted palettes, clean design, and made-to-last materials. MOU is a foolproof choice season after season. (Agent: MARIKA)

Alberto Audenino

High-end men’s label Caliban is an enthusiast for clean design and undeniably Italian excellence. Sartorial allure aside, the label’s history is sure to tug heart strings. (Agent: Michela Petrali)

A quick look at any Francesca Geraci piece will reveal exquisite attention to detail, sinuous lines, and a deep-rooted love of elegance, leaving every woman’s wardrobe better than it was found.

(Agent: Francesca Geraci)

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Ploumanac’h

True Royal

Going on holiday anytime soon?

Arenzano-based Ploumanac’h’s resortwear—hand-painted cashmere sweaters and linens—are a must-stock for your “business meets pleasure” wardrobe.

(Agent: Filippo Decotto)

Born at the hands of couture vets Gennaro Esposito and Fabrizio Berzeri, True Royal delivers trendy yet timelessly tailored pieces, though its classic trousers are where it’s always shone the brightest. (Agent: Serena Tovaglieri)

Poggianti 1958

Men’s shirt outfitter Poggianti has always been known for its selection of bold shirts.

Its racks, adorned with colorful patterns and luxurious fabrics, continue to set a precedent for what a men’s shirt should look and feel like 60-plus years later.

(Agent: Fabio Bartoli)

Goodmatch

Stitched with high-performing, ecosustainable fabrics, and tailored Italian excellence, any Goodmatch ware is the perfect candidate for on-the-go errands and grabbing an aperitivo alike. (Agent: Vincenzo Bocchi)

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Anna Maria Paletti

Sitting pretty at the crossroads of simplicity and elegance is the studio of Anna Maria Paletti, where dainty prints, clean lines, and effortlessly feminine ready-to-wear find their home. (Agent: Titolare Rappresentante)

Sleek, fashion-forward garb that will make you do a double-take is kind of what De Santis does best. Founded in 1961, the luxury label has grown synonymous with avant-garde style, unfaltering tradition, and elegant couture for men and women alike. (Agent: Carmine De Santis)

Giovanna Nicolai

Alberto Audenino

Designed for women who are unapologetically themselves, Giovanna Nicolai pieces favor bold silhouettes, tastefully loud prints, sumptuous fabrics, and a city-meets-coast state of mind.

(Agent: Daniele Macellari)

ETiCi

ETiCi’s brand ethos is simple—cool, calm, and collected. Operating out of Carpi for more than 25 years, the womenswear label aims to impress its diverse customer base while maintaining its low environmental impact. (Agent: Andrea Vignoli)

Femì

For namesake designer Alberto Audenino, the future of fashion is all about sustainable practice and female celebration. What once began with crafting collections from recycled materials has since turned into an internationally recognized label of seductive pieces ready for celebration.

(Agent: Alberto Audenino)

Queen Moda

Hubert Gasser

Clean linens, soft palettes, tailored pleats, and breezy silhouettes are Hubert Gasser’s bread and butter. Rooted in design simplicity and effortless elegance, each seasonal collection is a sweet reminder of bliss. (Agent: Jennifer Gasser)

The Femì mission has remained unchanged since 1969—cult-favorite pants and skirts for women who refuse to sacrifice practicality for poise.

(Agent: Francesco Gironacci)

Gaiofatto

Michela Gaiofatto aims to deliver fashion that not only empowers women, but does so with a femme aesthetic and eco-conscious manufacturing. (Agent: Michela)

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True Royal

MOU

Caliban Francesca Geraci

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ACCESSORIES ADG Artigiano del Guanto

Artigiano del Guanto is a Neapolitan leather workshop specializing in divine gloves crafted by hand and sourced only from the finest of materials—or rather, bespoke leather “pieces of art.” (Agent: Francesco Ricciardiello)

Alta Moda Belt

This high-fashion made-in-Italy belt label is the real deal—and has been for more than 50 years. Each belt is manufactured with advanced production techniques and fast prototyping. (Agent: Stefania Pellcioli)

Arcadia

From oversize hobo bags to structured bucket bags, architectural shapes to asymmetric lines, each made-for-anything Arcadia silhouette is an investment worth making. (Agent: Pasquale Tondi) ADG Artigiano del Guanto

Pasotti

Rain, rain, come this way! It all started when founder Ernesta Pasotti took to her bicycle and pedaled the streets of Mantova to sell her one-ofa-kind umbrellas. Now, 65 years later, Pasotti is still turning heads with its selection—with a little help from enameled brass handles, Swarovski crystals, and luxurious silks! (Agent: Nicola Begotti)

Roberto Pancani Beba Gioielli

Le Sandrine

Conceptualized by Sandro Campobasso, Le Sandrine transforms art and furniture fabrics into sophisticated, bold, and customizable carryalls. Up for grabs is a wide selection of avant-garde bags enlisting bright colors, funky patterns, and Made in Italy labels! (Agent: Marcella D’Amato)

Lara Bellini

Milanese women’s accessories label Lara Bellini lives up to its city’s stylish standards with ease—namely, clean sophistication, geometric designs, and bags designed to make every woman feel like she owns a little piece of modern Italian luxury. (Agent: Verena Mancastroppa) Le Sandrine

De Couture

De Couture cites its unlimited creativity and full disposal service to ensure your accessories are 100 percent you, from fabric to hardware.

(Agent: Massimo Mariotti)

Pasotti

Plinio Visonà

Bag couturier Plinio Visonà knows a woman’s bag is far more than a mere accessory, and they design each as such. Whether carried under the arm, over the shoulder, or held by hand, each patent-registered, saddle-stitched masterpiece welcomes whatever may come the wearer’s way. (Agent: Visonà Mara)

Beba Gioielli

Arcadia

With strong ethics and a devotion to women at its core, Anita Bilardi promises a bag assortment that shouts beauty with simplicity. Its irresistible carryall styles aside, Anita Bilardi focuses its resources on employing, empowering, and supporting women. (Agent: Erik Tippmann)

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Handcrafted in Florence and designed to elicit a carefree joy, jeweler Beba Gioielli’s genderless gems are made for every occasion. (Agent: Beatrice Filippini)

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Iuri

For Iuri creative director Jure Stropnik, designing a bag is all about shape and form, which is why each of the label’s tasteful totes flaunts precision, functionality, and a popculture aesthetic. (Agent: Jure Stropnik)

Mela

Pas de Rouge

Handmade in Italy and sold everywhere from the Hamptons to select tropical islands, Mela’s jewelry is a beach vibe and a half! With pearls, shells, and gems on deck, each design evokes a laid-back state of mind. Buon viaggio! (Agent: Manuela Girone)

Alienina

Comme des Garçons collaborator and sustainable bag label Alienina prides itself on singularity—that is, its collection of handmade, rope-stitched totes wherein no two are the same. (Agent: Eliana Venier)

Andrea Cardone

Stylish and practical, Andrea Cardone’s metropolitan accessories offering is hard to pass up. From oversize totes and backpacks to compact clutches and leather motorcycle helmets, AC pieces are sure to elevate any outfit (and Vespa ride!) to the next level. (Agent: Andrea Cardone)

Braccialini

Rooted in Tuscan tradition since 1954, bag couturier Braccialini has always been fun and flirty—and its assortment of motif-adorned, urban-inspired accessories are sumptuous-proof. (Agent: Eleonora Gori) Mela

Bruno Carlo

At Bruno Carlo, accessories have always been a family affair. Posting a refined assortment of knitwear, gloves and hats for him and her, the family-run couturier operates where elegance meets classicism meets international appeal. Leather, cashmere, wool—mamma mia!

(Agent: Federica Bruno)

Cuoieria Fiorentina

Despite being a favorite across the world, Florence-based baggage label Cuoieria Fiorentina holds fast to Italian tradition, culture, and quality. The outcome? A sleek, fashion-forward offering of baggage you actually want— from departure to destination. (Agent: Roberto Marinelli)

Lara Bellini

Bonfanti

Roberto Pancani

Located in the heart of Tuscany, Florentine bag retailer Roberto Pancani has a unique aesthetic of straw bags and totes that scream perfection, whether in lightweight raffia or intrecciato leather. (Agent: Roberto Pancani) Plinio Visonà

Bonfanti

If there’s any brand that keeps the Made in Italy mantra top of mind, it’s Bonfanti. The go-to label for bags with history and character, a Bonfanti leather will never steer you wrong. (Agent: Anna Bonfanti)

Frey Como

Frey Como has been dominating the scarf business for more than 100 years, thanks to a long line of artisans who believe in quality pieces that are Made in Italy.

(Agent: Orsenigo Sara)

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SHOES Thierry Rabotin

At Thierry Rabotin, it’s all about striking the perfect balance among form, fit, and function, while never compromising on style. (Agent: Emanuela Babini)

Jo Ghost

Jo Ghost

“Bold soles made for bold souls” might as well be the mantra of 1970s-era shoe label Jo Ghost. The brand has expanded into the world of women’s shoes—all of which challenge conventionality by way of eccentric taste and unrivaled quality. (Agent: Emiliano Beccarini)

Donna Carolina

Laura Bellariva

With sustainable manufacturing and comfortable practicality at its core, any Laura Bellariva pair seamlessly integrates exclusive heritage and innovative design, resulting in made-to-last boots, loafers, sneakers, and more!

(Agent: Francesco Schiavoni)

New Italia Shoes (NiS)

Designed in Montebelluna, New Italia Shoes has cold-weather footwear down to a T. Backed by decades of customer loyalty, the women’s shoe label designs snow-ready boots durable enough for the alps and elegant enough for a night out. (Agent: Daniela Dalla Torre)

Donna Carolina

Purposefully designed for any and every occasion, Donna Carolina has everything you’re in the market for. From patent-leather boots to wool-lined platform sneakers, each pair has current trends and Italian craftsmanship on the brain. (Agent: Valentina Vanin)

Ducanero

Thirty years in the making, Ducanero shoes are crafted in the footwear district of Monte San Giusto. Each shoe enlists the finest of artisans and meticulous attention to detail, from design to production—and the founding family is still in the driver’s seat! (Agent: Marco Camerlengo)

Lemargo

Lemargo is the quintessential Italian, familyrun shoemaker flaunting the highest of quality and leather-iest of leathers! Each Lemargo pair nods to creativity, workmanship, and Made in Italy precision. (Agent: Caterina Leombruni)

Thierry Rabotin

Mychalom

Hebrew for “dream,” Italian shoe couturier Mychalom strives to deliver kicks that encourage wearers to take the first steps on the path of their own dreams. Top-drawer leather, elevated design, and unparalleled comfort! (Agent: Elisa Castellari)

Voile Blanche

Voile Blanche

In the market for a new pair of city stompers? You’re in luck! Voile Blanche can prove its long-standing ethos—a timeless attitude blended with urban design for men and women alike. (Agent: Scocco Ombretta)

Pas de Rouge

Developed by a long line of Venetian maestros, Pas de Rouge designs for the woman who is unapologetically herself. History aside, the footwear label boasts an impressive offering of everyday wares under its sole—from platform loafers to elegant ballerina pumps. (Agent: Stefano Zampieri)

New Italia Shoes (NiS)

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Artico

Landi

Landi’s offers an outerwear inventory of waterproof peacoats, down jackets, and fur overcoats with a time-honored finish. Landi also prioritizes eco-sustainability, and does so with regenerated fabric fibers that nod to Tuscan textile practices. (Agent: Simone Landi) Ducanero

Suprema

Perched in Italy’s most-visited leather mecca, Suprema’s Venetian coordinates imply its excellence. Between camel coats stitched in double-faced cashmere, sheepskin parkas, and mink, sable, and chinchilla finishes, Suprema truly lives up to its English-translated name!

(Agent: Luigi Zavan)

Di Bello by Fontani

Founded in the Tuscan countryside in the 1990s, Di Bello pieces are characterized by craftsmanship, stylistic research, originality, and a 100 percent Made in Italy stamp. (Agent: Alice Palazzolo)

Artico

Stitched by hand and designed for the distinguished woman, Artico’s winter-braving selection offers luxurious, chic, and practical outerwear ready for the slopes and the après-ski cocktails that follow. (Agent: Umberto Roncarati)

Chiarulli

Since its inception in 2011, Chiarulli has strived for excellence with strict adherence to Italian tailoring standards, unfaltering quality, and sensible taste. (Agent: Valerio Vizziello)

Lenoci

Chiarulli

Founded in 1990, Lenoci was conceptualized with the goal of producing high-range outerwear. The key to success? Care in choice of raw materials, fine fabrics, and attention to detail. Having climbed to Italy’s top, Lenoci now enjoys an international presence. (Agent: Giandomenico Lenoci)

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KNITWEAR/CASHMERE Melarosa

Fedeli

Whyci

Lorena Benatti

She’s So

Musetti

Nestled in Tuscany’s vineyard-adorned countryside, Melarosa touts a refreshing focus on sustainable luxury.

Its alta moda knitwear enlists cordon bleu silk, cashmere, cotton, and hand-painted designs. (Agent: Antonella Gennari)

Whyci is a go-to label for more reasons than one. Wool, silk, and cashmere blends decorated with seasonal prints and embroideries? You had us at ciao! (Agent: Elena Ghisolfi)

Feminine knitwear has always been part of She’s So founder Nicola Nicolini’s DNA. Now, 50-plus years after the label’s inception, customers are still flocking to its racks for his attention to detail and approach to modern elegance.

(Agent: Federica)

Rocco Ragni

Tucked away in the foothills of Mount Tezio, Rocco Ragni has grown synonymous with artisanal knitwear and precious cashmere. Each design pulls inspiration from its founder’s interest in traditional spinning techniques and the beauty of Umbrian terrain. (Agent: Stefano Moreschi)

Kangra

Knitwear specialist Kangra is one that keeps perfection top of mind—from the selection of raw materials to distribution, and every moment in between. Made with only the most pure yarns, from heavy cable knits to fine-fibred cardigans, each knit is a “si!” from us.

(Agent: Lidia Nasi)

Dating back to 1934, Italian label Fedeli has evidently found its sweet spot—quality and tradition meets passion and creativity.

Made exclusively in the boot for more than 85 years, Fedeli’s sumptuous cashmeres and wool blends ensure happiness for every cold snap. (Agent: Beatrice Canzian)

Lorena Benatti is the ITA label specializing in feminine knitwear perfection. From two-toned palettes and asymmetrical cuts, sporty sets to professional tailoring, Lorena Benatti will fulfill all your knitted needs. (Agent: Francesca Corradini)

With sophisticated comfort classics, family values, and 60-plus years under its belt, Musetti constantly holds a high rank. From capes to cardigans and everything in between, Musetti is a go-to for all your wool and cashmere staples. (Agent: Fabio Pietrella)

Purotatto

Purotatto draws customers with its 100 percent cashmere knitwear promise and keeps them flocking back with irresistible Mediterranean-inspired garb. Whether you’re in the market for pleated trousers, breezy linens, or a classic cashmere staple, a Purotatto investment can do no wrong. (Agent: Jacopo Foti)

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Ta.Sk.

Flaunting a hard-to-come-by design ethos of minimalist opulence, Ta.Sk. delivers chic womenswear through and through—sweaters, loungewear, outerwear, and more.

(Agent: Giovanni Vasta)

Tricot Chic

Delivering irresistible staple picks since 1972, Tricot Chic has been pioneering the world of wardrobe-worthy knitwear since its inception. Its seasonal offerings tout split-sleeve capes, woolfringed cardigans, and swoon–worthy staples. (Agent: Flavio Nava)

Of Handmade

Cult-favorite knitwear brand Of Handmade celebrates traditional practice and contemporary design in every piece. Its approach combined with its sustainable “no planet B” ethos ensures the brand is a front-runner season after season.

(Agent: Simona Guaini)

Adesi

Paying constant attention to detail and trends, yet reinstating its loyalty to timeless style is what Adesi does best. That, and its impressive selection of button-down knits, turtlenecks, cardigans, and zipped sweaters.

(Agent: Adelfo Sisto)

BASE Milano

Simplicity is bliss, and no one knows it better than BASE. Showing off an assortment of knitwear and luxury sportswear, this Milanese label focuses heavily on clean lines, an urban spirit, and universal aesthetic appeal.

(Agent: Chieccio Mario)

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Style for All Chic separates that go the extra mile? Yes, please! Planet founder and designer Lauren Grossman explains why her brand, which is rooted in “timeless, ageless, seasonless clothing,” is enjoying its most successful trip around the sun yet!

Any good news for us?

We had such an exciting 2021—it was our company’s best year ever!

And 2022 looks even brighter. It’s our 22nd year in business.

Congrats! What were your major takeaways from 2021?

The customers that have known us and been with us continued to invest their money with Planet.

The stores that pivoted and were successful stocked more, bought more, and their business went up.

We’re a concept of layering; the more you have in your boutique, the more offerings you have for your customer. One customer bought 28 pieces!

Why do you think Planet is such a success?

Chic is always in; we are not fast fashion! We do luxury fabrics that are sustainable and washable.

How have your website [shopplanetbylaureng.com] and social media changed the business?

Because we didn’t have our national trade shows, we took the money we would have paid for a booth and sales staff and put it into ad dollars through social media. It’s helped us and did an amazing job of branding the lines and supporting the small stores. Their customers would see it on Facebook and call the stores, so it worked on both ends. The smaller boutiques never had this kind of power to advertise.

Where else do you think brand awareness mainly comes from?

It’s definitely a visual thing. We are a country club lifestyle clothing line. When the women play cards and meet for luncheons and are dressed in Planet, they tell other women and get compliments, so it becomes recognizable.

Tell us about some recent best sellers.

The sweater knit category has been unbelievable.

People love Pima cotton because it’s such a luxurious fabric—it feels like silk, it’s more sustainable than cashmere, it doesn’t pill, and it’s breathable so it’s an all-year-round piece. That category has really soared.

What Planet pieces are your own most-worn?

I have two pieces that I will never go without! I

wear our vegan leather leggings at least once or twice a week. They’re chic and punk rock ’n’ roll. I wear them with sneakers during the day or a little bootie at night. Our brafriendly tank top, which is longer than most tanks, has been a huge success. It’s ruched at the side and allows my age group to wear a shorter sweater. It’s a confidence builder!

Tell us about the new Sateen offering.

A lot of stores that carried the Lauren Grossman old fashion category that is social occasion, they lost their shirts during the pandemic! They couldn’t even give it away at 70 percent off! The Sateen collection is fabulous because the nature of the fabric looks dressy, but they’re in cool, hip styles. You can wear it to a garden wedding and dress it up with jewelry and lipstick, but also wear it with a sweater and combat boot or sneakers and a T-shirt. It’s no longer a case of saving your clothes to never use again.

Longevity!

Women want things they can wear over and over again! The market went print-crazy. We do not do prints; we do color blocking and some graphics that are modern, but not prints that you can’t rewear.

That was the saving grace for Planet.

What’s going to be a focus for 2022?

Our T-shirt and spa category. It’s also done in that same luxurious Pima cotton. People were stuck in the house calling for T-shirts at a great price point.

You can wear these anywhere, especially as people are traveling again, and still look good as the fabric looks amazing. So we’ve expanded on our styles and lengths, with new cropped pants and spa dresses. It’s an athleisure look, but a little more polished for our ladies. We call it “couch couture”!

What else do you want to achieve this year?

I have a second home in Aspen, so I’ll spend time there in spring and summer and see my friends, and do some hiking and things that inspire me to create. It’s important for me to get back to doing trade shows. COTERIE is my biggest high! So much traffic, buyers are coming wearing your things, and the feedback is just enriching!

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Agent R.E.D. International Showroom

founder Genie Parada-Fishman reveals the fashion insiders perspective on whats new and next for a spectacular 2022

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The Move to Williamsburg, Brooklyn, 2 years later…

In the shadow of the Williamsburg Bridge you will find one of the most well respected fashion brand management showrooms in NYC. Agent R.E.D. International headquarters strategically made a move to Williamsburg at the inception of the pandemic. It turned out to be the best decision for the company. The showroom is regularly visited by clients who will happily travel to Brooklyn to see Genie and her well curated roster of brands. Here Genie reflects on her love of the city, learning lessons of the last years and the evolution of Agent R.E.D. International…

On the overwhelming successful of XCVI and wearables… I’ve never seen such a loyal brand following in all my years in the industry! Not only does XCVI have a unique brand of comfy-casual chic that sells… XCVI is a company of family values; of high standards. Their team member are with them for decades as are their customers. They are good people and do good by their employees and clients. This is a brand that you want to work with…one that takes care to be responsive to their customers’ needs in every respect. I feel incredibly blessed to have Alon, Daniela, Aida, Juan and the whole team as a part of my daily world.

Love letter to New York City… New York is indisputably the place to be to experience electrifying energy and authentic expression of style. Living here is a daily inspiration. The streets are alive 24/7 with diverse and vibrant personalities.

There is no place in the world that I would rather be than NYC. I encourage all retailers to shop NY market because there is nothing comparable. New York is the convergence all things the best of the best…. NYC is style in action.

On the amazing new image campaigns for XCVI and Wearables…. XCVI’s new photography is exceptional and shows product and image simultaneously. XCVI provides retailers access to all the visual marketing tools in order to help them plan and market XCVI in-store. You can’t ask for more!

Return to the trade show circuit… As the pieces of the fashion puzzle fall back into place.. Agent R.E.D. International took our best selling brand, XCVI, back to being a part of key industry events to share the new collections with our retailers. Thankfully trade events are back in action and brisk! After a hugely successful Coterie last September, the exciting news is that XCVI has also signed up for project Vegas February! These shows are very necessary for this tactile industry. Buyers are over joyed to be buying in person once again. I am excited about the upcoming show – Coterie will always be the premiere event to attend in NYC for market!

Don’t underestimate the Power of the Virtual World! Last year proved to be a learning lesson is technology for sure… I mastered the art of the ZOOM as well as fully inaugurated myself in the world of Social media, Instagram to be precise. Our video line sheets, which I create and post seasonally, continue to be a much-lauded effort. Virtually, I can work with retailers in MA, PA, and OH in one day! Retailers consistently note how much they appreciate being able to review the video line sheets at their leisure, which brings the product to life.

On the evolution of @agentredintl I am a wellknown foodie and am constantly asked about restaurant advice… so I have evolved my social posts to include my visits to the best restaurants in every place I visit. In fact, I always plan my trips around my food… including market travels! I now take my audience on these culinary experiences.

I also include posts showing my neighborhood, the Brooklyn lifestyle, and all the incredibly fun people that make it such a spectacular place to live. My R.E.D. Spotted series highlights the eccentric outfits that I encounter in my daily life in NYC. This year I plan to introduce R.E.D. TV via YouTube and bring these personalities to life! Watch and follow as I stop people in the streets to ask them about their style.

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On being Genie. People are taken back by my loud, candid, happy and boisterous nature. Apparently people don’t expect you to tell it how it is so they are stunned at my directness. My husband likes to say that I’m “subtle like a sledge hammer”.

But this also earns trust among my peers and customers.

They know if I tell them something, that is the unfiltered truth. I don’t know how to be any other way except my authentic self.

On my penchant for all things eccentric…

From fringe, metallics to feathers, I adore all things fabulous and outrageous. It’s all about keeping life fun. I love something different and special.

Fashion as a form of escapism…. I am thrilled to be a part of the fashion world. I truly think we provide a channel through which women can think about the purely happy topic of beautiful clothing. Life is not always so easy..so to help bring our thoughts back to the fun and frivolous is a great pleasure. Its how I personally keep my sanity.

On years working with The Daily…

I adore the team that I work with at The Daily. I always look forward to reading the issues and attending their spectacular parties! I took my whole family to a Daily celebration last summer in the Hampton’s, including my 3 and 11 year olds, and we closed it down! I teach my young how to have a good time….. Huge congratulations to The Daily on your 20 year Anniversary!

Cheers to at least 20 more together!

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Another incredible photographer who has accompanied me on the frostiest, windiest of days to get that shot is @ cindyjphotonyc Cindy’s work is exceptional and she knows just how to capture her subjects spirit in her photographs.

A Coterie highlight that shines bright…. A few years back I went over to walk the Intermezzo show. I wasn’t a part of that particular showing and wanted to see what was happening over there. After walking the floor, I noticed a special vintage section and beelined over.

The most incredible surprise- Iris Apfel was selling her own personal jewelry stash! It was stunning and exciting all at the same time. Needless to say I made some serious acquisitions!

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THE EPITOME OF “INCLUSIVE” IN THEIR APPROACH TO DEFINING A UNIQUE BRAND OF CASUAL, COMFORTABLE CHIC. Two divisions of the same company, XCVI and Wearables are well known for their extraordinary ability to outfit a woman of any size, any age in comfortable and chic pieces.

XCVI pieces are the go-to, that women around the country share, is a constant in their wardrobe worn to “shreds”.

XCVI and Wearables offer a unique approach to casual clothing. the pieces are polished yet comfortable and not sloppy. After two years of wearing sweats, women are more than eager to wear some more structure and look and feel great again.

Now more than ever, the act of getting dressed has become an act of SELF-CARE. XCVI is all about elevated fabrics, unique hand washes, exceptional details, and novelty that is fresh and new seasonally.

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It’s a family affair… XCVI was founded in 1996 (or XCVI in roman numerals) from the back of a mom-and-pop clothing boutique on Melrose Avenue. Together with designer Lilia Gorodnitski, the Zeltzer family manifested a shared vision of casual clothing that enrich women’s lives with joy and ease.

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The secret to XCVI’s success if the fact that they have no gimmicks. No stunts or PR tricks… XCVI is genuine and transparent in their mission to offer high quality, stylish clothing meant for busy schedules in the face of “I have five places to be in one hour” challenges.

XCVI’s Wearables division is all about key staple-to-your-wardrobe pants, dresses, and tops that reincarnate seasonally in new colors and washes. The price point is the sharpest on the market for this caliber of product. The newly launched and incredibly successful CORE Wearables program features our 11 best selling shorts, pants, a skirt and dress in 7 neutral colors intended for reorder all year round.

Wearables fashion + CORE = the essentials you will wear on repeat daily to conquer all adventures in your life while looking spectacular!

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Have you heard the word? Not only is Atlanta Apparel back from February 1–5, it’s returning with its most expansive brand collection to date. Let us count the reasons to be excited!

Spoiler alert: 500 showrooms, 330 temporary exhibits, and more, more, more chances to discover the next big thing. For its first installment of events this year, taking place once again at the conveniently located AmericasMart downtown, Atlanta Apparel is bringing what’s new and noteworthy to the fore across women’s, men’s, and children’s apparel, accessories, jewelry, and shoes. Think brands like 7 For All Mankind, Free People, French Connection, PAIGE, Jeffrey Campbell footwear, and Kendra Scott jewelry, and you’re on the right track.

As for the other draws, Atlanta Apparel’s famed amenities are waiting for vendors and exhibitors, including curated lounges, food and beverage offerings, morning coffee, photo-op installations, two daily happy hours, live music and a live DJ, partnerships, and orientation sessions led by Sarabeth Jackson, director of buyer engagement for apparel. Furthermore, the event organizers have also been hard at work to deliver a 360 Glam Cam, a cappuccino bar, and a candy bar this time around. Délicieux! Register now at atlanta-apparel.com.

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GROW WITH ATLANTA The south offers more than just great hospitality and a top notch food scene.

Experience A/W ‘22 at the fall launch event of the season in downtown Atlanta. April Atlanta Apparel offers hundreds of category collections, a chance to trend-spot ahead of everyone else, an opportunity to network with your fellow industry tastemakers, and most of all, a destination to get your business done.

APRIL ATLANTA APPAREL SHOWROOMS Monday, April 11 – Friday, April 15, 2022 TEMPORARIES Monday, April 11 – Wednesday, April 13, 2022

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RETURNS THIS FEBRUARY February 12 – 15, 2022 Let the adventure begin. This February, expect to see a wide variety of curated brands, with the added bonus of access to dozens of World Market Center Las Vegas permanent showrooms offering complementary gift and lifestyle product lines. Experience Las Vegas like never before.

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TEMPORARY BRANDS

EXHIBITING IN THE EXPO ABLE

Gigio

Paani

Adora

GLAM

Pasted Nip

All You

Heyson

Sew in Love

American Paper & Plastic

J.NNA.

She + Sky

Barefoot Dreams

Jelly Jeans

Skemo

Jonesy Wood

SPIN

Kiara Purse

Style Consortium

BE Stage

Kori America

Anything Bling Boutique

Plush Boutique

Caleena & Co

Stevie Sister

Cason Couture Centerstage Boutique

Swagger gifts

Contagious Boutique

The Willow Tree

Crane Clothing Co.

Lime & Chili

Timing/ Lumiere

Emma Lous Boutique

LLOVE

TwentyTen

Day & Moon

Lotus

Umgee

Love Lindsey

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Magnolia Charms

Vintage Addiction

Me!Minoo

White Birch

Mainstream Boutique Waukee

Mer Sea

ZoWEE Jewels

NanaMacs Clothing Co.

Mudpie

And Many More!

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Musse & Cloud

Stitches To Britches/STB Boutique

Classy & Sassy Boutique LLC

Time After Time

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IN THE LIFE

By now we know that there’s no better spaghetti in New York City than at Scarpetta, nor are there many dining room settings as chic. But we don’t know much about the man behind the magic. Here’s what it’s like behind the scenes for dapper restaurateur John Meadow.

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John Meadow

What’s your favorite thing about the mornings?

I love the peacefulness of being the first one up in my home, making my espresso, and seeing the quiet and awe of the new day filled with opportunity ahead.

Do you take a break for lunch?

I go to Scarpetta for lunch. It’s a great excuse to get out of the office and still “work” but enjoy our craft. My typical afternoon is spent on restaurant development, working with designers on future projects, or on our existing operations, plus menu tastings and marketing initiatives.

Your days must be long. What hours are you usually on the go?

I bring the kids to school at 8:15 a.m. and come home around midnight. Monday through Thursday, I am out and about; Friday, I shut down early and relax with my family.

Are your days predictable, or is every day different?

When I travel, it’s actually routine as I spend the entire time in the restaurant or hotel where our operation is, but the settings, culture, and countries differ. In New York, every day is different as I engage in different aspects of the development process, with our staff and our guests.

What’s a usual dinner/evening for you?

During the week, I dine with hotel clients or friends in one of our restaurants, and try to have as little wine as I can get away with. Friday through Sunday, I cook at home and enjoy family time.

What’s your favorite thing about what you do?

It used to be creating new restaurants; now, it’s all about human connection—motivating my team to grow, meeting new guests, and overall really engaging with the human joy and passion that brought me into this industry in the first place.

What’s new and notable at Scarpetta this year?

We’re excited to announce a few international openings happening in 2022! In the near future, we are popping up in Tulum for a weekend experience at the Distrito Panamera, February 11–13.

How do you like to end your day?

I always have way too much energy when I get home, so I want something fresh as a palate cleanser. Every night, I eat either raw fennel with olive oil or ice-cold blackberries, sit quietly at my table, relax, and then head to bed to start all over again energetically in the morning!

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First thought that runs through your head when you wake up?

Espresso!

How do you take your espresso?

We import an amazing wood-roasted espresso from Tuscany, Aneri caffe. They make Nespresso-compatible pods, which I use at home. I take it without sugar.

Are you an early riser or an alarm snoozer?

Early riser.

What do you do every morning without fail?

Say thank you to God and the universe, take my dog, Benny, for a walk in Central Park, and make my daughter’s breakfast.

Do you have a skincare routine?

I use everyday essential oil for my face and skin, and 111 Skin eye patches for under my eyes.

What do you wear day-to-day?

I love my tailors: Ambrosi for pants, Vestrucci for jackets, and Stefano Bemer for shoes. My uniform is classic trousers and jacket, but paired with funky and/ or sentimental accessories. My style is important to me as it reflects the heritage and dedication of the artisans who create the pieces.

Are you an exercise person?

I play tennis, I like to run, and I love the steam room—I call it leisurely exercise.

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The Caribbean Is Calling!

ChicESCAPES

Sugar white beaches, cocktails against a sparkling ocean backdrop, spa treatments, and authentic island culture? You had us at hello! Malliouhana, Auberge Resort Collection in Anguilla is the first word in barefoot and relaxed luxury. George Vlachopoulos, the luxury resort’s effervescent general manager, counts the ways.

By FREYA DROHAN

offer a deep sense of elevated luxury and utter tranquility.

You’ve convinced us! What are some other highlights?

Our iconic two-tiered infinity swimming pools, surrounded by private cabanas, yellow ruffled umbrellas, and black-andwhite striped canopies. Wellness is also an integral part of our blissful sanctuary, and The Spa at Malliouhana offers luxurious massages, facials, lymphatic drainage therapy, steam rooms, a sauna, daily yoga classes, and, for the more adventurous, boot camp classes!

Give us a perfect day-to-night itinerary.

Begin the day with oceanfront yoga on Malli bluff, followed by a seaside breakfast overlooking the sun-drenched shores of Meads Bay at Celeste restaurant. Pick up your keys to a vintage Moke car, and spend the day exploring the island’s 33 beaches, hidden coves, and stunning landscape.

Join us for a breezy lunch at Leon’s and a quick dip in the ocean or pool, then return in the early evening for a handcrafted cocktail at Bar Soleil—just in time to catch the most magnificent sunset.

Wow! What do we need to know about your culinary program?

Celeste is our signature restaurant featuring classic island fare. It’s the ideal spot for breakfast or a beautiful dinner overlooking the ocean, as every table

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offers prime oceanfront views. Bar Soleil is our cocktail and tapas restaurant, and there’s no better place to watch the sunset while enjoying a handcrafted cocktail with ingredients from our garden. Leon’s on Meads Bay is our toes-in-the-sand beach club. You can find local entertainment while partaking in johnnycake burgers, mahi-mahi bites, and the best rum punches the island has to offer.

What’s your favorite menu item at Celeste?

Grilled local crayfish. There’s nothing more magical than enjoying a glass of crisp rosé, island-fresh seafood delicacies, and conversation with loved ones.

Any inside secrets to share?

One little-known fact about Anguilla’s celebrated culinary scene is that it all started at Malliouhana—home to the island’s first fine-dining venue, helmed by three-star Michelin chef Joseph Rostang. It raised the bar for Caribbean dining and produced

many of the top chefs who now have their own places on the island. This year, I’m delighted to bring this legacy full circle with our “Flavors of Malliouhana” series, which will usher in a new era of culinary excellence, while also giving back to the heart of the island.

What should we pack for our trip?

Fashionable resortwear, lightweight linens, and bright tropical colors. A straw hat, bathing suits, and chic cover-ups that can blend from day to night are essential for pre-dinner cocktails at Bar Soleil after a day spent at Turtle Cove Beach!

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The Malliouhana vibe in one word?

Glamour.

Why? Malliouhana has been an indulgent hideaway since 1984 and has been known for putting the island on the map for international jet-setters.

What makes Anguilla an ideal getaway?

From the moment guests enter Malliouhana, a visual connection to the sea is made. Anguilla is one of the most special places in the Caribbean, and Malliouhana sits on a bluff that overlooks pristine white sands and a sparkling blue sea. And it lies between two of the world’s best beaches, Meads Bay and Turtle Cove.

Is there a best time of year to visit?

The island has near perfect weather almost year round! Our high season is between December and May, but recently we’ve seen so many more visitors over the summer, too.

What type of experience can a guest expect at Malliouhana?

An elegant tropical setting that evokes relaxed sophistication. We pride ourselves on our guest experience, offering one-of-a-kind itineraries and exceptional service. Every guest becomes part of the Malliouhana family, and our staff ’s warm, welcoming smiles

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In THE DAILY FRONT ROW’s 20-year history, it has seen more than its fair share of institutions (mostly of a media variety) come and go. A moment of silence, please.

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No, silly—not The New York Times podcast hosted by that hunky Michael Barbaro character you can’t stop dreaming about. We’re talking about this Rupert Murdoch production, which was launched to great fanfare as the first iPad-only news app. But just 22 months later, with a mere smattering of subscribers, it ceased operations and redirected its subscribers to The New York Post. Trust us—it was for the best!

Gawker Nick Denton’s paean to snark had the media world reading— and reeling—for years. But all it took was a little lawsuit filed by Hulk Hogan (and backed by Peter Thiel) to bring the whole thing crashing down. Oh, some version of it is still kicking around somewhere, we suppose.

Barneys New York In the 1990s and early aughts, there was no retailer more coveted, more media-friendly, and more oozing with cachet.

Somehow, the powers-that-were managed to screw it up through a series of expensive hires and even more expensive missteps. What we wouldn’t give for just one more heaping portion of Mark’s Madison Avenue Salad (side of fries, please), preferably enjoyed with a crisp black shopping bag full of the latest Dries van Noten collection at our feet.

style.com Leave it to Condé Nast to own a URL like style.com, along with images of thousands of runway shows produced at great expense over the course of many years, and have no idea what to do with it. (And then there was that intriguing print edition, may it rest in peace.) Still, the website is missed—if only for the sassy party coverage and opportunity to delve into the McQueen archives!

Man Repeller Leandra Medine was once hailed as the modern-day equivalent of the old-fashioned editrix. But a few major slipups and an eagle-eyed audience precipitated a swift downfall. The site transitioned into Repeller, so it’s still a thing, but no longer a must-read. Meanwhile, Medine has managed to retain her Instagram following.

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Dearly Beloved (but Ultimately Departed) Editors We’ve Loved (and Profiled)

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Cookie (2005–09), Martha Stewart Living (2011–13), Condé Nast Traveler (2013–18)

socialiterank.com When this digital chronicler of New York City’s social life appeared in 2006, “socialites” (the influencers of yesteryear) couldn’t stop talking about it. The Upper East Side’s collective id came out in the comments section, and before long, everyone was clamoring to identify the people behind it. After a feud with Olivia Palermo, then a 20-year-old ingenue, Valentine Uhovski (onetime Daily reporter!) and Olga Rei fessed up in a New York mag cover story. Back in the day, the two claimed to be stepsiblings; now, they’re married with a child. We’ll leave it at that!

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Adam Rapoport

Glamour (2001-17)

Jim Nelson

Bon Appétit (2010–20)

GQ (2003–18)

Jay Fielden

Joanna Coles

Marie Claire (2006–12), Cosmopolitan (2012–16), Chief Content Officer, Hearst (2016–18)

Men’s Vogue (2005–09), Town & Country (2011–16), Esquire (2016-19)

Elle (2000–17)

Alexandra Shulman

British Vogue (1992–2017)

Linda Wells

Allure (1991–2015)

Glenda Bailey Kim France

David Granger

Robbie Myers

Lucky (2000–10)

Harper’s Bazaar (2001-20)

Esquire (1997–2016)

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