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ALT NATION! The impossibly stylish Vogue Paris EIC Emmanuelle Alt is clearly smitten with Dutch model RIANNE VAN ROMPAEY, who graced not one but two covers this year! What is it about Rianne’s look that you love so much? Rianne is not only a beauty, she also has a great personality. She’s enthusiastic, interactive, and charismatic. You can tell she adores her job. Rianne manages to interpret all types of characters, from romantic to punk, sporty to hippie—as I’m sure you’ve been able to see in past issues of Vogue Paris. Tell us about the Woodstock-inspired cover! From a stylistic point of view, the bohemian style reminds me of the coolness of the ’70s. There’s a huge resonance between the era and today, when our individual freedom is contrived and our movements are stopped due to this pandemic. We terribly miss the freedom, solidarity, and love of the ’70s. Why does Vogue Paris still put models on the covers? Models are celebrities! Also, it’s because we’re a true fashion magazine!
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WELCOME BACK, DARLINGS! What a time it’s been since we saw you last, but never fear—your Daily is here! After the success of our premiere Palm Beach issue in March, it felt only right to check in again and bring you the chic intel you might have missed, as well as all the exciting happenings this month and beyond. It’s always summer in our hearts here, so we’re bringing you an eternal ray of sunshine with this joyous and stylish issue. There’s no shortage of uplifting reads and guides to inspire you, your home, your lifestyle, and your shopping list as the holiday season gets underway. This is your quintessential cheat sheet to chic. We won’t tell if you won’t! Have a safe and stylish holiday season. Gros bisous! xx
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Artist Sarah Coleman has transformed the Fendi boutique in Miami, creating a special façade for the store and utilizing reupholstered furniture using vintage bags. Plus! New York–based Coleman made three limited-edition must-have Peekaboo bags, including one that glows in the dark. Want!
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THINGS TO DISCUSS! 1. Heard the rumors about “underground” Tracy Anderson classes? TA trainers are indeed available to book for private one-on-one outdoor sessions at your home. More of a spin addict? Get your fix with SoulCycle’s alfresco classes.
2. Why settle for breakfast at Tiffany’s, when you can go all in? A $17.5 million five-bedroom penthouse condo with an outdoor spa is up for grabs, situated on the top floor of the iconic store on Worth Avenue and Hibiscus. Holly Golightly could never! 3. Wondering where to dine these days? NY transplant Almond is busy and mouthwatering, while Henry’s at The Breakers has just started a lunch service. Bon appétit! 4. Now you can sip some sauvignon after perusing Restoration Hardware’s 80,000-square-foot furniture mecca. RH is launching a new wine-by-theglass program with 40 offerings, including white, red, rosé, and bubbles. Clink clink!
5. So long, Brooks Brothers and Neiman Marcus. Who will take their covetable space? We wonder!
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I call this look “Grey Gardens spills the tea,” but Marc nailed it with his #GayGardens. This monochromatic outfit feels like a major statement, especially with a fun pop of lilac. While I love a Lycra thigh high, I’m not sure it’s the most practical choice for the majority of people. So I found a knee-high leather version, which, when paired with a skirt from H&M, gives a similar vibe. An H&M coat also has a similar boxy silhouette, while a mini bag in lilac is the perfect finish. And don’t forget your COVID-friendly accessories— headscarf, face shield, and gloves.
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H&M coat, $80; H&M pencil skirt, $30; H&M knee-high boots, $70; H&M mini bag, $12.60; headscarf, $3.45; face shield, $7.50; gloves, $8
LOOK 2 This look totally gives me “Upper East Side mom shopping for her daughter’s Sweet 16 outfit” vibes. I love the Aritzia version of Marc’s chic brown coat (brown is the new black!). The orange stockings add a quirky touch, too, as do the gloves and mules. The real star of the show is a gorgeous blue velvet mini, which adds a rocker vibe. Aritzia coat, $348; Zara skirt, $40; Revolve mules, $135; gloves, $9; stockings, $11
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What’s it like to be Roger Vivier’s new face? It’s an honor. I love the brand’s history and the close relationship they have with powerful women. How has your life changed since Emily in Paris? It’s a strange moment because everything’s virtual. I guess I gained followers, and I also get to sign more fashion contracts! I’m so grateful for this opportunity. What’s your chicest French girl style tip? Classy, but make it edgy. What’s it like to work with Patricia Field? She’s so funny, nice, and quite punk. She’s truly a character. I love her. You’re our tour guide in Paris for one day only. Where are you taking us? Ateliers des Lumières, my neighborhood in the show, to my fave secondhand shops. Lunch at Le Petits Commines in Le Marais and to end the day, a drink at the Moonshiner in the 11th.
We found this copy of The Daily Mini from 2006! What do you remember about this time? My daughter was just born, and I had been dreaming of having a baby girl. She is now 14 and the only girl of my five children. I was at the peak of my career. I also cut my hair into a bob! You’ve invested in the sleep app Loóna! Are you a night owl or early bird? I am definitely a night owl, one who is forced to wake up early every day! If I had the choice, I would stay up late and sleep in late. What are your other wellness essentials? Walking, hiking, and picking mushrooms in the forest—nature is healing. I also meditate daily. Most important, I stay positive. I do believe happiness and positivity are a choice you make.
What are your 2021 predictions for the fashion world? It seems that dressing up is starting back already. We can’t keep our gold bell bottom holiday pants in stock! People are also looking for fashionable and comfortable alternatives to sweats. And you’re starting a rental option! It’s an exciting additional channel for us to reach a new customer. It provides members with unlimited access to a wide assortment of apparel, featuring our signature graphic prints, innovative silhouettes, and edgy designs for one flat monthly fee of $110 for three items.
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Congrats on starring in the new Donna Karan Cashmere Mist campaign! Thanks! I first fell in love with the fragrance when I moved to NYC from Brazil in 2009. I was just starting my career. Smelling it makes me feel so nostalgic. The casting is incredible! What’s one thing everyone has in common? We share a passion for what we do, and a strong sense of self. Any backstage tips? Mix similar shades of foundation to get your own custom color.
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What’s new with the brand? We’re going forward with casual in a big way, and we’re expanding our accessories from handbags to shoes and jewelry. Also, we will be adding to our home collection! Your masks have become so popular! We’re always getting compliments on how comfortable they are and how much everyone loves our prints. The camouflage, florals, and bandannas have been doing amazingly well, and the silk masks, too.
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“I never thought I would be nostalgic for a fake rocket ship in the Grand Palais, or a bistro.” —VANESSA FRIEDMAN The New York Times, June 8, 2020
COVID-19 AT THE WHEEL!
No one could have predicted how the pandemic would affect the fashion business—stores closed around the world, the entire industry learned how to WFH, and fashion shows went mostly digital. Lest we forget: No parties!
EMILY IN PARIS!
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How did a gal barely out of college afford all those Chanel bags? Who cares! Love it or hate it, the show made Lily Collins an instant fashion darling, and we’re here for it.
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RAF AT PRADA!
After a disappointing stint at Calvin Klein, all eyes were on Raf Simons when he was announced as co-creative director at Prada this year alongside Miuccia Prada. Their first show in September lived up to expectations with his signature Raf-isms in abundance. All is forgiven!
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MASTHEAD MANIA!
Print and online outlets saw a slew of often controversial departures and overdue arrivals. The bad news [for them]: Bon Appétit’s Adam Rapoport, Refinery29’s Christene Barberich, and Repeller’s Leandra Medine all left their posts after criticism from former BIPOC employees went public. The good news [for us]: Harper’s Bazaar welcomed its first Black EIC in industry vet Samira Nasr; Sally Singer became the first head of fashion direction at Amazon; and Anna Wintour was the recipient of not one but two New York Times takedowns. The editrix was rumored to be on her way out, but alas, she’s still here!
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NO SWEAT!
Sweatpants suddenly became officeappropriate, due to our work-from-home lifestyles. At this point, we’re ready for casualwear to go back to its cave.
Arielle Charnas enraged the masses earlier this year. After testing positive for COVID-19, she ditched Manhattan and headed to her Hamptons home. The public was not amused. (Everyone was a little extra sensitive in the spring.) It all led to a crocodile tear apology from the influencer on Instagram, which also backfired. It was exactly the drama we were craving from our couches.
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Tommy kicked off the year in an epic way with a fashion show at the Tate Modern in London in February. But the legendary brand had to put off its anniversary celebration plans until…? Let’s hope soon!
Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik welcomed a baby girl in lockdown. The year also saw Hilary Rhoda, Lindsay Ellingson, and Ashley Graham become first-time moms! Karlie Kloss, Romee Strijd, Elsa Hosk, and Emily Ratajkowski are also joining the mommy club.
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DEPARTMENT STORE DRAME! Did Barney’s know something we didn’t? The iconic retailer closed its doors around the world in February after numerous failed attempts to keep it going. Neiman Marcus is still in business but closed branches in New York City, Palm Beach, and 20 other locations for good. #RIP
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MOSCHINO’S MARIE MOMENT!
Since becoming creative director of Moschino in 2013, Jeremy Scott has been providing some of the most campy and fun runway looks. Shown in Milan, February’s colorful Marie Antoinette– inspired collection was an all-frills and over-the-top piece of cake.
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FAN CLUB Haverhill has been worn by numerous celebs, including Ashley Graham, January Jones, Debra Messing, and Keltie Knight.
important jewelry can be. I have tears in my eyes now just thinking about this. I receive e-mails and calls from customers telling us the significance of the items they received or are gifting. I’m honored that the small citrine on a Solitaire Birthstone Bracelet can be the reminder of a father who has passed away. I’m moved that a Rainbow Necklace was a coming-out gift from a mother to a daughter. And I love that a new mother proudly wears her son’s initial nestled between Mom and Dad’s birthstones. The fact that we play even a small role in these significant life events humbles me greatly. How can customers design their own pieces? We’ve made it as easy and hopefully as enjoyable as possible for our customers to go online and see their designs come to life as they select the metal, length, birthstones, and/or letters that they would like in their custom design of a necklace, bracelet, or earrings. We’re always available to assist customers. The holidays are coming up! What are some pieces that are ideal for the season? We have so many different great styles for every age! For a grandmother, you can create a Personalized Letter and Stone Necklace with all the initials and birthstones of her children and grandchildren. We have it available online with up to 10 initials and 10 birthstones, but we’ve gone all the way up to 18 on one necklace. It’s stunning! For a new mom, our 3 Stone Birthstone Necklace is incredibly popular.
She can wear the birthstone of her new baby in the center, surrounded by the stones of Mom and Dad. My 12-year-old daughter never takes off her Solitaire Birthstone Bracelet in yellow gold with ruby. What kind of orders did you see people making during the pandemic? Before the pandemic, a lot of mothers would include the birthstones of just their children and their husband. During the pandemic, we started seeing additional stones added with grandparents’ birthstones as well because of separation. I didn’t see my parents for a long period but having their birthstones on my wrist actually gave me more of a sense of closeness. Nothing compares to in-person quality time, but I have to say, it’s nice to have colorful symbols of my loved ones on me, no matter where they are. Any little thing to make people feel closer, I’ll take. It also doesn’t hurt that these symbols are made of gemstones and gold. Feeling good and taking care of ourselves is more important than ever right now. Why are accessories an important part of self-care? Jewelry may not bring world peace or end hunger, but it makes people feel good. Jewelry empowers, makes you feel beautiful, and is extremely personal. Giving and receiving jewelry and the gratitude it brings creates positive energy and is an affirmation of what we value the most. I love being a part of that!
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There are a lot of jewelry brands out there. What differentiates Haverhill? Our niche is creating items that are unique to our customer rather than just designing a line of jewelry for customers to choose from. As a designer, I create quality components that are beautiful to me and are as timeless and as clean as possible in terms of design. The customers are the ones who bring these components to life by creating personal styles online with birthstones and letters that are important to them. We’re different from other brands in that we welcome totally custom designs, beyond what is shown online. The majority of the styles we sell are not only personalized, they’re also light, easy, and comfortable. I’ve designed some large statement pieces, but our sweet spot is jewelry that you live in. What’s new with the line? We’ve recently introduced a new line of shiny engraved letters! Our letters are lightweight and understated, just like our birthstones. You have to look close up to read the letters; this was an intentional decision to make the symbolism more discreet. I’ve used a beautiful, classic font for engraving that represents our classic style. One of the cool things about the brand is that you’re able to customize in record time. Why was that an important factor in the business? We live in an era of speed! We’ve totally restructured our business to deliver the fastest personalized fine jewelry on the market. This is something we’re proud of. As a last-minute shopper myself, I understand the urgency of needing a gift as fast as possible! Where did your love of jewelry come from? Well, for starters, I’m a female, so love of jewelry is usually ingrained. I’m also the fifth generation in my family to work in the fine-jewelry business, so jewelry was always a priority and something to be valued growing up. My father would bring home samples that his factory would develop, and my mother and I would try them on and give our two cents. My mother is also a designer of jewelry and interiors, so she certainly inspired me to go the design route. What have you learned from your customers? Our totally lovely customers have taught me just how
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THEO FENNELL 18K white-gold celestial earrings, $6,520, theofennell.com
ARMAN SARKISYAN diamond starburst heirloom locket, $10,960, armansarkisyan.com
ZIMMERMANN Ladybeetle tulle mini, $2,950, zimmermannwear.com
VERSACE virtus studded clutch, $1,675, versace.com
GIVENCHY pleated lamé evening dress, $9,990, givenchy.com
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DOLCE & GABBANA lace sheath dress with fringing, $5,345, dolcegabbana.com
PACO RABANNE black lace and sequin midi dress, $4,170, pacorabanne.com
It’s time for a sultry séance. Channel your inner Morticia Addams and her signature vampy vibes this winter with suitably dark and dramatic details. Think Victorian-inspired silhouettes in moody colors and fabrics, like velvet and lace, teamed with spellbinding must-have accessories.
MICHAEL KORS COLLECTION metallic fil coupé dress, $3,690, michaelkors.com
CHANEL sequin and glass lambskin bag, price upon request, chanel.com
KATKIM black diamond flash ear pin, $1,600, katkimfinejewelry.com
ETRO silk dress with sequins, $6,080, etro.com
MANOLO BLAHNIK gable jewel buckle mules, $985, manoloblahnik.com GUCCI chiffon and lace short slip dress, $4,200, gucci.com BETTERIDGE tanzanite, sapphire, and diamond brooch, $17,000, betteridge.com
DEBORAH PAGANI City ring black rhodium, $3,180, deborahpagani.com
NICOLE MILLER gold sparkle bustier top, $235, nicolemiller.com
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ACLER thistle button peplum dress, $395, saksfifthavenue.com
NAK ARMSTRONG triple-ruched ruby ring, $15,800, nakarmstrong.com ANNE SISTERON yellow gold ruby earrings, $9,500, annesisteron.com
PELLEGRINO PARIS Ava ostrich feather pouch, $1,860, pellegrinoparis.com
KAT MACONIE Beau lollipop flare heels, $347, katmaconie.com
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Sound the alarm because sirenhued party dresses are heating things up. With these look-at-me frocks, accessories, and fine jewels in scarlet shades, you’ll be sure to send hearts racing. And remember, all that glitters is not just gold.
BOTTEGA VENETA double-strap horseshoe-buckle belt, $950, bottegaveneta.com
VALENTINO rose slide sandal $1,050, valentino.com
16ARLINGTON Billie feather-trimmed sequin crepe dress, $1,350, net-a-porter.com
HAVERHILL five stone ruby 14K gold earrings, $405, haverhillcollection.com
DOLCE & GABBANA silk organza dress, $11,000, dolceandgabbana.com
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Diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but we’re swooning over all of LAGOS’ ultra-luxe offerings this season. From the brand’s signature caviar beading on bracelets and smart-watch bands to pearl-adorned earrings and blingtastic rings, there’s a covetable style to suit every taste.
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SWEETHEART The stunning EMILY DIDONATO has been the longtime face of Maybelline New York, appeared in countless campaigns, and has the kind of disposition that makes everyone want to be her friend. Lately she’s been focusing on sharing her lovable personality and gorgeous face with the world digitally. She tells THE DAILY how she’s reaching millions and why spreading the message of body positivity remains a focus. By EDDIE ROCHE Photography by CUNEYT AKEROGLU
How have you been doing this year? In the beginning, I was bunkered down in New York with my husband. When things started to lift a little bit, we relocated to the Hamptons and stayed there from May until September; it was really nice to get out of the city. But I missed the energy of the city, so we’re back here. Luckily I’ve been able to stay busy with the brands that I work with. I create content for them and with my own social platforms. I feel like every day I feel different, every week I feel different. Sometimes I’m like, “I got this! I’m going to be productive and positive.” Other days I’m like, “The world is ending and I’m so sad.” It’s a roller coaster for everyone. It is! Have you taken up any hobbies? I did a lot of baking and cooking. I’ve done a lot of reading. I took up tennis. I played a lot this summer and have been playing this fall. It was a nice way to exert some energy outside because the gyms were closed. I also got a dog, which technically isn’t a hobby, but it has kept me busy. Tell us about your new dog! She’s a goldendoodle named Izzy. We got her Fourth of July weekend. We started training her in the Hamptons and now we’re back in New York City and trying to get her to become a Manhattan pup. It’s a process! We see you’ve been doing a lot on TikTok. What’s it like creating content this way? Like many people, I discovered it during the pandemic. Everyone was against it and then started realizing there’s some funny content on there. Now people are totally obsessed with it. I like it because it’s a new way to communicate. I like that the videos are shorter. You’re forced to communicate in a concise way. With YouTube, you have time, you can sit in front of the camera, but with TikTok you have to get your point across or your joke across [quickly]. It forces you to be a little more creative and use a different part of your brain. I’ve really enjoyed it. I’ve also enjoyed consuming content on there! We saw the one you posted where you dressed up as Angelina Jolie. You really looked like her! That was a tutorial I did with my friend Erin Parsons, who is a global makeup artist for Maybelline New York. She and I have so much fun creating or trying to replicate people’s makeup looks. She’s insanely talented. The amount of contour going on in my Angelina look is insane. I did look like Angelina, but it took a lot of steps to get there. Do you look at the numbers to see how many views you get? When I first started on TikTok, I did it for fun and didn’t focus on the numbers. Then I posted my third or fourth video and it got 14 million views. It was just me telling the story of how I met my husband on an airplane. I’m looking at the numbers now because they’re crazy. What was it about the video that connected with people? I shared that I met him on an airplane and we started dating after that. I think people were like, “Whoa! You can still meet people the old-fashioned way?” I think it’s everyone’s secret dream or fantasy to sit next to someone on an airplane and end up marrying him! Your YouTube channel has a lot of content. Seems like there’s a little bit of everything. What I like about the YouTube videos is that I create content for things that are relevant and interesting to me at the time. For example, I posted a video about intuitive eating and I felt that was relevant
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because my food [intake] and diet had changed so much during quarantine. I was trying to get better about eating well and listening to my body, but I was so stressed all the time. But I also do videos about makeup and beauty. Sometimes I interview other people. It’s my mood board in video form. You did one where you made your favorite cookie. I was interested to learn that you eat cookies every single day! Maybe every other day. My husband is so crazy about them. They’re almond butter cookies. There’s no flour. It’s almond butter, dark chocolate, egg, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and that’s it. Just a few ingredients. I highly recommend! Why are you so passionate about creating digital content? I started my YouTube channel two years ago. I’ve had my Instagram account for years and, like most people when it first started, I was taking pictures of sunsets with cool filters. I thought it was amazing. There was no plan or purpose behind it. But years have passed and social media has become so important for my job as a model. It helps me take my career in new directions and get new clients. It helps me evolve in a lot of ways. Now I’m creating content for brands and editing videos for them. It’s completely different work, but it’s so much more fun in a way. I love the preproduction and post-production more than anything. The editing is my favorite part. I have a creative side that I’m finally tapping into. What was it like going back to set this year? On one hand, it was so exciting to get back into the groove and see people I haven’t seen in months. It was fun to get back into a creative process and create an image. I feel like I took for granted how we’re always surrounded by such talented, creative, and vivacious people. I felt so excited and lucky to get back into that. It also felt weird! Everyone’s in masks and gloves, and there’s a COVID team. If anything I was more happy that it was happening in some way as opposed to not at all. I’d rather this new normal than staying at home and not seeing anyone. Who are some designers do you love? I always love Brandon Maxwell. He’s always a favorite.
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THE FACE DiDonato has been a spokesmodel for Maybelline New York since 2008.
I love Isabel Marant, Zadig & Voltaire, Max Mara, Rag & Bone, and Zimmermann. I do Zara here and there when I feel like it. A whole range of things! We’ve talked about body positivity in the past and that’s still an important issue to you. Why is that something you care about? I’ve been in this industry long enough that I feel comfortable talking about my journey with body positivity. When I shared it a few years ago on my YouTube channel, it opened the floodgates. I realized it resonated with so many people. I shared my story and something I struggled with and it resonated with people around the world and in our industry. I got so many messages from so many young girls saying this is how they felt. I still get messages to this day. I’m still trying to find my way and that’s okay. You’ve been open about saying that you aren’t a sample size and you haven’t been able to walk in every runway show because of that. Do you think the industry is evolving to be more inclusive of someone your size? I do! When I think about 10 years ago, there was definitely no room for anything outside of the sample size. The industry has come so far, and I think social media has had a lot to do with that. People are vocal about not wanting to see one specific body type, which many brands around the world were pushing for so long. They want to see women of different ages, sizes, and colors. I’m never going to be the girl walking every show at New York Fashion Week, but if we have a relationship and the designers like me and want to make it work, they do. I’m super grateful and privileged that people are willing to do that. There’s always work to do, but I think it’s moving in the right direction. You’ve been a face of Maybelline New York since 2008! Why has the relationship lasted? I was so young. I was 16 or 17 when I was discovered
by them. Their other spokesmodels stay with them for quite a long time. Christy Turlington has been with them since the ’90s. That’s something I really love about them. They have their spokesmodels, and they support them and champion them. They’ve supported every venture that I have. Maybelline has evolved and I’ve evolved. I went from being a 17-yearold girl, who was super insecure and confused about the modeling industry to an adult. Now we’re collaborating in so many more interesting ways. We’re creating YouTube videos. It’s fun to be creative with them. They’re such good people at Maybelline. I’ve known them all for so long. I know their families and their kids. It’s the ideal partnership in every way. It’s awesome! Do you still get a kick out of seeing yourself in stores in the makeup aisle? For sure! My parents and my family are always sending me pictures. It never gets old. The funny thing is whenever I see it, I’m like, “When did we shoot that ad!?” It’s very cool! What will you be doing for the holidays this year? I’m lucky that both my husband and I are from upstate New York, so we don’t have to go far. We can drive and get rapid tested before we go. I’m sure it will be a little different this year. I think I need to put up some garland and a tree ASAP. I feel like everyone this year is going to feel more excited and grateful. What do you still hope to achieve professionally? Of course I’m always excited to be a model and walk shows for designers I love and admire and be in campaigns for brands that I love, but since I’ve focused on building up my digital presence, one day I think I’d love to have my own brand. I don’t know what it would be exactly. But it would be fun to share something I’ve built on my own. That’s the end goal!
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ShoppingSECRETS quickly. In 1996, we decided to come to live in America. What is the offering like in your two stores? Amina Rubinacci is an Italian label, while Altona carries a mix of German, Italian, and French designers. Our lines are very exclusive, and people come from all over Florida and even from Southampton to visit us as they love European designers. It’s still a family business. We’ve had the same manager with us for 18 years! We hear you’re well-known for one thing in particular! Red pants! Every year, we sell thousands of red pants from a chic German brand. What makes Palm Beach style so distinctive? When I opened 20 years ago, it was more about pastels and matching head-to-toe. Now, the younger ladies are more influenced by Europe, St. Barth’s, and Saint-Tropez.
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When it comes to a luxury retail experience, The Esplanade has style and substance in abundance. THE DAILY caught up with four female founders to find out how their independent brands add that certain je ne sais quoi sparkle to the Worth Avenue institution. By FREYA DROHAN
TAMARA COMOLLI
OWNER AND DESIGNER, TAMARA COMOLLI
What has been your mission since you founded the company in 1992? I’ve stayed true to myself, with the belief that fine jewelry needs to be meaningful, fun, relatable, and surprising. My goal has always been to design from the heart. What does your signature “barefoot luxury” mean to you? Being natural, nonchalant, and authentic is key when wearing fine jewelry; it gives you a twinkle in your eye. Combining your favorite jeans and T-shirt with a great bracelet is the coolest way you can style it. It’s never about the occasion; it’s about yourself and why you wear the jewels you love. Does your European heritage influence the brand? I grew up internationally—a bit of a gypsy traveler—in
Spain, Gibraltar, England, France, and the U.S. My German upbringing influenced my sense of quality and nerdiness, but spending all my free time on beaches has made me relaxed and not conformist. What do you love about Palm Beach and its style? I love the old-world glamour that speaks to a more silent luxury. The light is so special, and women of all ages look great. Palm Beach is the epitome of TAMARA COMOLLI—great accessories but not overstyled.
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OWNER, ALTONA AND AMINA RUBINACCI
Backstory, please! I’m from France and I opened my boutique, Altona, in Paris in 1976. My husband, Roland, and I operated three stores. I knew all the fashion editors in Paris, so it became successful
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Does your Spanish heritage influence your own style? Entirely! My style is 100 percent European and so is my store. In Spain, we have amazing designers, and I’ve grown up with a sense of style that I love to share with everyone. What brought you to Palm Beach? The first time I visited, I fell completely in love with this special and unique place. I knew I’d move, and when that day came, I opened my store. This is my third year here; it’s a great honor. I feel a sense of pertinence with the city. What do your customers rely on you for all-year round? Something distinctive and selective. My clients say they love the store because it reminds them of how small boutiques used to be. They were places where they used to find pieces that excited and surprised them.
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Your mom founded the brand in 1988. What has she taught you about personal style? My mother is always elegantly dressed. Her mantra to me growing up was to buy one quality piece that will remain in your wardrobe for years, rather than a few trendy items. It’s a philosophy that has stuck with me. What’s your earliest fashion memory involving Palm Beach? In second grade, a friend hosted a glamorous tea party for her birthday. Every girl dressed up in her best party dress. As it happened in the early ’90s, there was an abundance of costume jewelry, shoulder pads, and large sun hats! Is it true that Lana Marks offers 150 styles in 100 colors? We’ve amassed a style catalog of more than 150 styles—from totes to clutches to top handles. If we are known for one particular thing, it’s offering the highest-quality skins in more than 100 colors. We even have customers who bring in fabric swatches to match their handbags to an exact color. We work closely with the tannery to achieve this level of couture. What have been some notable highlights for the brand? At the 2007 Academy Awards, Helen Mirren won Best Actress and walked on the stage holding her Lana Marks Cleopatra Clutch. She was in total shock and announced to the audience that she still had her handbag with her! Sometimes the moments you can’t plan are the most enjoyable and become ingrained in your memory.
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As a premiere shopping destination, the worldfamous Esplanade property also brings together an offering of iconic brands like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Pucci, et al. Here’s what’s making our heart skip a beat.
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LV SNOWFLAKES BAG CHARM AND KEY HOLDER $535 louisvuitton.com
SQUARE METAL SUNGLASSES $650 gucci.com ZUMI PYTHON MINI BUCKET BAG $1,700 gucci.com
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ChicDESTINATION FRESH FACE Wetenhall (with daughter Maggie) worked closely to update the lobby and several of the villas.
GREAT ESCAPE With its signature pink exterior, the Colony Hotel is easy to spot in Palm Beach. And for the past three years, owners SARAH and ANDREW WETENHALL have ensured that the historic site has lived up to its storied reputation—while also bringing it into the 21st century with style. THE DAILY caught up with Sarah to find out how she and her husband modernized the iconic property, and why it’s such a special place for their brood.
What’s your connection to Palm Beach and to the Colony? The Colony has been a part of the Wetenhall family for more than five decades! My father-in-law, Bob Wetenhall, purchased the hotel with his business partner in 1969, so my husband, Andrew, and his brother grew up going to the Colony regularly. His father kept an apartment in the hotel’s penthouse, even after majority ownership of the property passed to his business partner’s relatives. Andrew and I have been coming as a couple for more than 20 years now. Palm Beach and the Colony is all that our three children have ever known for Christmas, Easter, and spring break. How did you and Andrew take the helm? When Andrew and I had the opportunity to bring ownership of the Colony back into the Wetenhall family, we couldn’t pass it up! We share a mutual love of travel; we find joy in seeing the world together and discovering different hospitality situations, while at the same time always coming back to visit the touch point of the Colony under its previous ownership. We knew in our gut, after being guests for so long, that the hotel was not reaching its potential and that we could help guide it into the future while preserving its legacy. You have a background in fashion PR. Was there a learning curve to joining the hospitality business? Many of the design, visual, and branding elements actually come naturally to me. We’re in this business at the suggestion and encouragement of Andrew’s father. Bob has told us stories for years about how the time he spent owning and running the Colony were some of the most fulfilling and most enjoyable years of his life. What’s new this season? We have a lot going on at the Colony, as always, and
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the team is hard at work preparing for an amazing 2020/2021 winter season! We spent the summer undergoing an update of her lobby and many of the villas. To those who know and love the Colony of old, never fear, her original charm will remain forever; she was designated a Historic Landmark by the Town of Palm Beach in 2020, so all updates are really more restorations and refreshes than renovations. Our iconic lobby, now affectionately referred to as “the living room,” underwent a complete restoration. The new design, by Kemble Interiors and executed by Shapiro Pertnoy Companies, reflects the Colony’s ethos of personalized hospitality and features many intimate vignettes of soft seating, cocktail tables, and conversational furniture. As the lobby’s focal point, Kemble Interiors designed a 10-foot-tall floor-toceiling pagoda that rises above the living room’s existing fireplace. Inspired by traditional garden follies common to large 18th-century estates, the pagoda actually projects from the wall as though it were outdoors. We’re excited Swifty’s is back! After a successful first season in Palm Beach, Swifty’s is coming back—this time with outdoor dining and expanded service. Swifty’s POOL has launched and will be serving lunch, dinner, and cocktails around the Colony’s swimming pool, as well as alfresco seating under the hotel’s outdoor hanging garden. A more casual concept but still offering the Swifty’s favorites that we all know and love, look for live music and impromptu activations to keep the Swifty’s POOL patrons on their toes. Think rum tastings, book readings, acoustic guitarists, and other safe and socially distant endeavors! The traditional Swifty’s dining room, inside the hotel, will reopen for dinner in mid-December. You have more exciting design news to share! Tell us about your partnership with the iconic hand-painted wallpaper creator de Gournay. The Colony partnered with famous de Gournay to create custom wallpaper to adorn all four walls of the living room. The paper is an entirely new pattern exclusive to the Colony Hotel, and features flora and fauna indigenous to Florida. Alligators creep from shallow pools, and panthers stalk wearing diamond necklaces. The pattern is a departure from past de Gournay projects in that it reflects whimsy and humor, elements essential to the Colony Hotel. We worked closely with de Gournay to embody both the storied tradition of its artisans and the spirit of Palm Beach in the final pattern, which was inspired by an original midcentury mural that adorned the Colony lobby years ago. The Colony’s interiors aren’t the only update to the hotel. What can visitors expect in the way of a more effortless check-in process, and how are you adjusting to the current times? Check-in will go wireless for a more personalized and seamless arrival experience, also eliminating touch points of shared check-in desks and allowing for social distancing. Check-in will come to you, rather than you having to congregate on arrival. The Colony is lucky to have ample outdoor areas for dining, and we will be switching out poolside chaise lounges for low cocktail seating every evening to allow for more open-air socializing of separate small groups. A seamless, more personalized arrival experience? Sounds fab. What’s your overall customer-service philosophy? With just 89 rooms and suites, no other Palm Beach
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BLUESTONE LANE has come to the Colony! The Colony’s Café 155, a long-standing local go-to for quick breakfast and lunch bites, has been transformed into the Palm Beach outpost of Bluestone Lane, featuring BSL’s signature roasts, a new gourmet café menu, and easy eats tailored to go. We are there!
hotel has the infrastructure or ability to deliver the intimate, personalized experience offered at the Colony. Not only do we know our guests’ names and preferences, but we’re able to anticipate their needs with laser focus. We offer unique amenities that embrace our unparalleled location; the Colony is both passionate and playful, with one foot in the sand and one foot on Worth Avenue. Paddle boards, bespoke cruiser bikes, beach picnics, and our custom beach buggy take guests to the sand or to peruse the shops. What are your favorite spots to visit in Palm Beach? I love a bike ride or jog along the Lake Trail. My kids live for the gelato at Piccolo Gelato, and the beach toys and gear from P.B. Boys Club. When I want some retail therapy, I enjoy wandering the vias off Worth Avenue—they’re always full of sweet little stores. And you can’t go wrong when shopping at Saks Fifth Avenue at Esplanade Palm Beach. They always have what I need, and often quite a bit of what I don’t need!
LUXE LIFE The Colony’s pool is a slice of heaven in Palm Beach.
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JoyousJEWELS ESTATE COLLECTION 15.99CT CEYLON SAPPHIRE SOLITAIRE RING $330,000
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HARRY WINSTON RUBY AND DIAMOND CLUSTER BRACELET $140,000
Selecting jewelry is a personal and emotional experience, and no one knows this better than the Betteridge family. When it comes to fine jewelry and watches, the historic brand has long been the first word in excellence and service in Palm Beach and beyond. The ever-chic and knowledgeable NATALIE BETTERIDGE, who alongside her husband Win and sister-in-law Brooke, is carrying on the legacy of their ancestors, tells THE DAILY about her wish list–worthy pieces and what everyone needs to know about their jewel of a store on Worth Avenue. By FREYA DROHAN
Tell us about the Betteridge offering in Palm Beach. What do we need to know? Betteridge has been a part of the Palm Beach community since 2006, located just a few blocks from the Atlantic Ocean. Our Worth Avenue store is in the well-known Greenleaf & Crosby boutique from the 1920s. It still boasts the store’s original Art Deco features, facade, and the Henry Flagler–era mahogany cases and wall units. In Palm Beach, we’re particularly known for our classic gemstones and pearls, and extraordinary estate pieces. We’ve become a destination for major collectors from all over the world. What brands do you carry there? Two highlights include Verdura, an iconic New York– based brand with a fabulous history, and Buccellati, a top Italian family-run brand. Lucrezia Buccellati, the co-creative director of the brand, is the fourth generation of the family to join the firm. She’s involved in the design process and brings a fresh, youthful perspective to the brand. We also have Aletto Brothers, Bielka, Davidor, Dorota, Goshwara, Mark Davis,
TRADITION Natalie Betteridge (above) is ensuring the brand remains focused on the future, with a nod to the past, alongside husband Win (right) and his father, Terry, (below).
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Where does the Betteridge story begin? We’re a fifth-generation family jeweler, known for fine jewelry and watches. The Betteridge family was involved in jewelry design and silversmithing as far back as the early 1700s in England, but our journey to becoming a destination for fine jewelry in America begins with the store that was founded in 1897 on Manhattan’s Fifth Avenue. Two other locations soon followed: Wall Street and Broadway, and a boutique in the Miami Biltmore Hotel. The Betteridge headquarters moved to Greenwich, Connecticut, in the 1950s. The Betteridge family archive must be so interesting to peruse! Yes, my father-in-law, Terry, has kept documents, photos, and records from the inception. Where are your stores located? Today, we have locations in Greenwich, Palm Beach, Vail, and Aspen. In each store, our dedicated experts offer services like bespoke design, engraving, appraisals, counsel, and watch and jewelry repair.
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“IN PALM BEACH, WE’RE PARTICULARLY KNOWN FOR OUR CLASSIC GEMSTONES AND PEARLS, AND EXTRAORDINARY ESTATE PIECES. WE’VE BECOME A DESTINATION FOR MAJOR COLLECTORS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD.” Marina B, Paul Morelli, Peggy Stephaich Guinness, Silvia Furmanovich, and Vhernier. Your Instagram account shows your exquisite taste. What’s a brand you’re personally excited about? Fernando Jorge, a contemporary designer from Brazil. He’s a new name we’re carrying, and I love the cool, sexy vibe of his pieces. His collections are sensuous and feminine, so he’s one of my personal favorites. You also have an in-house brand! We design and manufacture fine jewelry at our inhouse workshops, which are staffed by some of the finest craftsmen in the world. It’s largely custom orders and engagement rings. That’s what we’re known for. We also have the Astra collection—diamond clusters, studs, and pendants in an iconic flower shape. That’s been a classic Betteridge design for decades. What makes working in the industry so magical? The community we have as a company, including the people in the trade that we work with. And making miracles happen for customers. It’s incredible when someone is looking for something specific; I also love being involved in the engagement ring process. Recently, a close friend wanted a ring for his fiancée. I happened to be at a trade show in Miami and I found the diamond that he needed. We were able to work with it and set it in the ring within a week! He proposed three days later and she loved it. It’s special moments like that, it’s indescribable. What’s one thing from Betteridge that’s on your fantasy holiday wish list this year? We just received this incredible necklace; it would be an “in my dreams” piece. It’s a collar necklace with five graduating rows of diamonds set in a mesh-like matrix. I had it on this morning and didn’t want to take it off! It’s designed by a relatively unknown Italian designer whose pieces we carry, and this one is extra spectacular. As for something that’s more attainable, for me personally, there’s a pair of earrings that Fernando Jorge does that are cool; they consist of four cascading snake chains in a loop and are wearable for any occasion. I also love Vedura’s 2½ Buck Ring, featuring the $2.50 quarter eagle gold coin, first commissioned by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1908, in a setting designed by Fulco di Verdura in 1946. There’s also our Astra pendants. They’re wearable, everyday pieces. I have the studs, and I literally wear them every day. We see that you have a background in figure skating! Do you think that discipline and dedication have helped in your jewelry career? Definitely. That was my passion for so many years. When I stopped, it was hard to find something else I was equally as passionate about. I was fortunate to meet my husband and be introduced to the jewelry world and put my all into it. I wanted to learn about the industry, so I immersed myself and tried to soak up as much as possible. I feel blessed and thrilled that jewelry has supplanted my figure-skating passion.
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BETTERIDGE SMALL DIAMOND ASTRA PENDANT $2,600
FERNANDO JORGE 18K YELLOWGOLD EARRINGS $7,350
BUCCELLATI PINK SAPPHIRE, EMERALD, AND DIAMOND PIN $24,500
VHERNIER BLACK TITANIUM AND DIAMOND EARRINGS $65,500
LUST FERNANDO JORGE FLAME 18K GOLD EARRINGS $14,900
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DAVID MICHAEL JEWELS BURMESE RUBY FLOWER RING $39,500
VERDURA 18K GOLD AND DIAMOND BRACELET $67,500
ESTATE COLLECTION 18K YELLOW-GOLD AND DIAMOND NECKLACE $39,500
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GreatIDEAS NEW AVENUES Extraitastyle is a virtual journey into Made in Italy fashion. It gives exposure to fashion businesses by offering them digital boutiques.
ITALIAN STYLE
With most trade shows canceled this year, brands have had to come up with inventive ways to show their collections. ITA has come to the rescue for Italian brands who want the eyes of U.S. buyers. They recently launched the online platform EXTRAITASTYLE (an acronym for Extraordinary Italian Style), which features the country’s finest brands. ANTONINO LASPINA, the Italian Trade Commissioner in the U.S., tells THE DAILY how buyers and consumers can explore their innovative virtual boutique.
How is ITA helping Italian brands connect with buyers? The designers who are part of our new digital platform Extraitastyle are able to interact with key U.S. retailers by accessing a members-only area that allows them to connect with top U.S. stores and interact with them. On the other hand, buyers can log in to a reserved business-to-business area where they can browse through the collections, send market notes, and even compile direct orders. Was this created because of the pandemic or was it already in the works? We started developing the concept with the goal to find an alternative tool to replace the traditional fairs that were canceled due to COVID. At the same time, we never saw Extraitastyle as a permanent surrogate to physical trade shows,
but more as a parallel and integrated tool that will keep existing and implementing when the traditional calendar resumes. What is the concept behind Extraitastyle? Put into simple words, Extraitastyle is a virtual journey into Made in Italy fashion. We’re giving exposure to both established and unknown smalland medium-size businesses by offering them digital boutiques, a dedicated brand page with social media integrations, video streams, and, as I previously mentioned, a business-to-business reserved area. Tell us a little bit more about the virtual platform. How many designers are featured? The platform debuted with 80 brands, but we’re currently at 113 and we’re planning to add more. This is an astonishing result that we are proud of.
How are you letting buyers know about the virtual boutique? All the buyers who are part of our network received an invite to browse the platform and join the B2B area. We’re also targeting additional buyers with the goal to constantly expand our contact list and produce more and more subscriptions. Our main goal is to drive business to the brands. Tell us about the decision to feature seasonless collections and why that was important. The digital platform is helping designers faced with short-term needs caused by COVID-19 with an opportunity to present “seasonless” collections. Several companies’ productions have been shut down or delayed due to the pandemic. We didn’t want to put any further pressure on them, hence we chose to build
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the United States. We did so by combining Italian and North American cultural symbols. In the opening scene, for example, we placed a Venetian lagoon inside a futuristic New York City, while two Statues of Liberty dominate the infamous staircase of the Reggia di Caserta, one of our finest architectures. Each element suggests a merging of two cultures, where fashion is the leitmotif that brings all the elements together. You’re a great supporter of the live trade show experience. Why will they remain important once we’re up and running again? I don’t think it’s possible to dissociate Italian fashion from all our senses. It’s something that you need to see in person—not only through a screen—and feel it, touch it, and try it on. Also nothing will ever replace a good old-fashioned in-person meeting. Relationships are at the core of our industry and, while technology changed the rules of how we do business and needs to be embraced in full, traditional shows will always be a critical component of our lives and ICE’s strategy. What has the response of the fashion community been? We’ve been pleasantly overwhelmed with much positive feedback and compliments from the industry across the board. Both retailers and the press, and the fashion community in general, wrote to us with their congratulations and praising words. They’re now part of our Extraitastyle community. What’s in the future for Extraitastyle? We’re aiming to expand our fashion family by inviting more brands to join the platform. Next year will be a great one for us. We’re already working to make the platform more interactive and enjoyable for a global audience.
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the platform on a “seasonless” concept. Each brand can present products of their choice, whether they’re from an in-stock program, an all-year-round capsule line, or their most recent collection. We accomplished all this by creating a seamless visual language throughout the platform. What are some of the most popular Italian brands featured? As I mentioned earlier, the platform was conceived to let small designers amplify their messaging and tell their story to the North American market. While these understated businesses may not have strong marketing budgets, they have plenty to share in terms of heritage, impeccable craftsmanship, and innovative manufacturing methods. Most of the brands are small artisanal businesses known only to industry connoisseurs. On the other hand, we also included historic labels with a long-standing tradition. It’s the mix of different backgrounds that makes the platform a recipe for success. Can “regular” consumers explore the online boutique? If so, how? Yes, they can. The site is completely accessible to consumers, except for the business-to-business area. In addition to the online 3-D boutiques, which are gathered under the section “Virtual Boutiques,” users can access the “brands” section, where we tell the story of each brand in depth and accompany the viewer in a futuristic digital journey using animated imagery. You’ve created a video to demonstrate the virtual tour. Tell us about it! The video came from an idea to walk the viewer through an immersive Italian fashion experience in
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Luxury fashion house Collini Milano has been around since 1937, but when creative director CARMINE ROTONDARO relaunched the label in 2019, he injected it with a thoroughly modern sensibility. Think bold silhouettes, bright prints, and valiant rock ’n’ roll details—all seasoned with an unmistakably glamorous Italian edge. THE DAILY caught up with the Italian lawyerturned-designer to hear what he’s been cooking up for the future.
What’s your earliest fashion memory? My mother unpacking her Salvatore Ferragamo shopping. Almost instinctively, I asked questions and learned about this brand. There was this aura of tradition, establishment, history, and craftsmanship around Ferragamo that fascinated me. How has this influenced you? I think this, in a way, planted the seed for how I still like to look at fashion—innovation based on tradition, coolness based on solid craftsmanship, and rock ’n’ roll shapes—without forgetting the grace and femininity of the ladies of the 1950s. There’s a lot of this in my Collini Milano—a historical brand with a super modern aesthetic and steady research to find the best sartorial solutions. How did the opportunity come about to take over Collini Milano? Fashion has always been a dream of mine and when I was looking for a brand to buy, I came across this rare gem. While I kept the legacy intact, I made important changes. First, I recycled all the furs and introduced a “no kill” policy. Additionally, I revolutionized the brand by creating a “glamoholic” and unapologetic ready-towear line, conceived for daring women and men. What does it mean to you to be at the helm of a fashion house? While it’s a huge responsibility, Collini is also my favorite playground! For me, fashion is a place where everything is possible, and Collini gave me the opportunity to make my creative visions come to life. Every day I am challenged to explore and dare.
How are you using your experience in other industries to lead the vision for Collini? My background as a lawyer has definitely informed Collini’s business model, and I owe it my managerial skills. At the same time, this journey allows me to put on my creative director hat and play with artistic concepts, colors, textures, and designs on a daily basis. What is your main vision for the house? To seduce seductive women and men with our creations. Collini speaks to instinctual individuals who take pride in their boldness and sometimes controversial essence. Who in the fashion world inspires you and why? Karl Lagerfeld. He is an endless source of inspiration for me. His constant contamination of historical brands with modern trends and sleek urban looks was a work of genius. I have vivid memories of the excitement that some of his fashion shows generated. The Chanel Western collection presented for Pre-Fall 2014, for example. The mix of the Coco Chanel world and the Wild West was so conceptually daring and yet so consistent. It resonated with me as a bright tale of female empowerment—from tweed suits to cowboy boots! Female empowerment drives our creativity at Collini every day. The Collini woman is unapologetic, confident, and assertive. As it said in the caption of our last campaign: The Collini woman is born to shine, and is nobody’s shadow. If you could sum up Italian style in one sentence, what would it be? The sublimation of the senses.
What do you love about the Italian approach to personal style and fashion? Fashion is deeply rooted in Italy’s DNA. Everywhere you go in our country, from the cities to the countryside and the sea, you breathe it, see it, live it. I think the charm of Italian fashion is a mix of heritage, craftsmanship, and ongoing curiosity. It’s the perfect cocktail that we are known for all over the world. What’s the story behind your popular Killer bag? Spikes are a signature design component of Collini. When it was time to design the S/S ’21 collection, I sat down with my creative team and talked about new ways to incorporate spikes this season. We had the idea to mix them with a bag for the first time. When I saw the first prototype I shouted out, “That bag is a killer!” And the Killer bag was born. What other pieces are you excited about this season? I love all the bronze-colored gowns, matched with contrasting satin shorts and metallic spiked boleros. But the pièce de résistance is a jacquard pantsuit featuring 3-D animal prints. What’s next for Collini Milano? To keep dreaming and creating unique pieces for fierce individuals!
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The dizzying success story of Ikonick, an art company dreamed up by co-founders JEFF COLE and MARK MASTRANDREA, is both aspirational and relatable. And that’s exactly their aim—to ensure that everyone has access to thought-provoking artwork that is equally affordable and accessible. Keen to create something to honor the female entrepreneurs that helped them along the way, they created the new Ikonick Women collection, which launches this month. They tell THE DAILY how this is only the beginning. By FREYA DROHAN
How did you two originally meet? Mark Mastrandrea: We’ve been friends for a little more than 10 years. A mutual friend told me about an artist I needed to meet. I called Jeff that day and we started working together. I like to think I saw something in him before anyone else did! We’re like brothers now. What was your working relationship at the beginning? Mastrandrea: Jeff was one of the designers for a couple of companies I worked with. We were living in Carlsbad, San Diego, and we were broke. Jeff has
always been good at realizing where the needle is going. He saw everyone on Instagram posting inspiration and pop culture. I started managing another artist and realized that almost no one could afford his work. We then released a limited, affordable print run and had great success in just two days. It was then we realized that there was a market for affordable but aspirational art. We started Ikonick in 2016. For the first year, while working part-time (early mornings, late nights), we made seven figures in revenue.
Jeff, you’ve got 675,000 followers on Instagram. Tell us about your early days on the platform. Cole: I’ve been doing art my whole life—before I can even remember! I majored in illustration and I’ve done every art job in the book, but it never felt right being employed by someone. In 2010, when Instagram launched, I knew it was going to be the platform. I’ve always been good at recognizing what the consumer wants to see, and I’m obsessed with pop culture. I was one of the first ones to start hashtagging “art.” There were no barriers of entry to it. I was in my basement posting, getting likes…I thought it was fake! This was back when the #art had 20 posts. My own account didn’t start blowing up until after we started Ikonick. Did you know it would blow up this much? Cole: I could see that while posts were getting liked and shared, nothing was tangible and there wasn’t anything for people to hold on to. We’ve seen a lot of art become iconic during our lives, so it’s almost like we’re trying to foreshadow the imagery for a future generation. With Ikonick, we saw great success from day one, but it took decades to get to that moment—a lot of setbacks, a lot of adversity. When Mark and I were hopping around to different companies together, we always felt fed up, underappreciated, underutilized, and underpaid. Mastrandrea: I think we knew we’d win in life, but I’d be lying if I said I knew this was going to be one to jump-start our business careers when we started. We’re ambitious, but this is bigger than us. So the next collection is geared toward empowered, inspirational women? Cole: It’s not just geared toward them, they helped create it. There are so many female entrepreneurs from all walks of life and across different industries that Mark and I admire and have had the honor to meet, work with, and take advice from throughout our own journey. We leaned on them to conceptualize this collection; everything from their personal style, mantras they live by daily, and how they interact with and inspire one another. Since starting Ikonick, we’ve seen firsthand the value in utilizing art as a purposeful communication tool to connect with likeminded people around the world—but the design has always been inspired by our own personal taste; from color palettes to words, phrases, the people and brands we collaborate with, and the overall look and feel. We know women believe in our core brand values and our motivational DNA, because we connect with them daily, but they aren’t in love with the pieces in our existing collections. We knew in order to create a product and build a community designed to inspire
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and empower women, we needed to make these women our creative directors, so that’s what we did. Mastrandrea: Over the years, we’ve built a big network of professional women that aligns with our ethics and values. At the start, Ikonick was about our personal taste. Our female friends loved it, they shared it, they helped us with the quotes and colors—but they weren’t obsessed with it for themselves, in terms of the aesthetic. So this is for all the women in our lives. It’s a way to take all they’ve given us and make something for them. For us, it’s about being their cheerleaders, promoters, and champions. How do you think it’ll be received? Cole: We want these women’s stories to motivate and inspire people. Now, more than ever, it’s about people over the art. We’re interviewing them, documenting their stories, and highlighting them in our wheelhouse by running it through our engine. Is that what the Ikonick “Women in Business” series is all about? Mastrandrea: Yes, it’s an online campaign sharing these women’s stories, their favorite piece, and how it resonates with their own personal and professional journey. Social media is huge for us, so we’re going to lean on that to launch the initial collection. Can you tell us some of the names involved? Mastrandrea: Karena Dawn, co-founder of Tone it Up; Seema Bansal Chadha, co-founder of Venus Et Fleur; Kara Goldin, founder and CEO of Hint Water; Chiney Ogwumike, multiplatform ESPN commentator and two-time All-Star for the WNBA’s Los Angeles Sparks; and Amina Belouizdad, co-CEO of PS. Besides social media, how else are you creating a community? Mastrandrea: We’re starting with this Ikonick “Women in Business” initiative and next year we’re going to be ushering in a lot of big partnerships with amazing women and brands, so stay tuned!
“WE’VE SEEN A LOT OF ART BECOME ICONIC DURING OUR LIVES, SO IT’S ALMOST LIKE WE’RE TRYING TO FORESHADOW THE IMAGERY FOR A FUTURE GENERATION.” —JEFF COLE
What kind of woman do you imagine relating to Ikonick’s new offering? Mastrandrea: Our company DNA has specific core values and we only hire people who bleed those values. Every single woman who is part of our Ikonick “Women in Business” series, we would love to have on our team! It’s about outworking everyone—a hard work ethic, giving more than you take, pursuing your highest potential. A lot of these women are bosses and natural-born leaders. Some of them have bigger companies than us. It’s about finding those women who can elevate and uplift people. Who is one female powerhouse that you would love to collaborate with one day? Cole: Serena Williams! I’m a huge Michael Jordan fan, and Serena has that same mindset. Mastrandrea: Sara Blakely, the founder of Spanx. She had an idea, and everyone said she was crazy, but she went all in and became Forbes’ youngest self-made female
billionaire in 2012 (before Kylie Jenner came along). She’s the New Age female boss CEO. I follow her on IG and have a lot of respect for the family and life structure. I love how she and her husband [Jesse Itzler], who’s also an entrepreneur, have orchestrated everything. You gotta manifest that one. Speaking of dreams, what’s your ultimate goal for Ikonick? Cole: I’m excited about the potential with Ikonick Kids. Especially with at-home learning, messaging and reminders about self-improvement and values are becoming even more important. I think that’s a unique opportunity for us with the next generation. Mastrandrea: I just want to keep motivating and keep inspiring. Jeff and I feel like we haven’t even scratched the surface yet—it’s all about getting better and pursuing the highest that we can go. In my mind, we haven’t even scratched the surface as individuals or as a company. There’s a lot we have to do.
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IN DEMAND Azevedo (below) has become a go-to landscape expert, thanks to his lush and colorful gardens.
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Spending time in a beautiful garden is both therapeutic and transformative. Just ask Unlimited Earth Care’s FREDERICO AZEVEDO. The award-winning landscape artist—responsible for some of the most captivating spaces in the Hamptons and beyond—is permanently inspiring people to take pride in their outdoor surroundings. Up next on his ever-expanding to do list: a stunning new f lower market, opening next spring at his Bridgehampton HQ. THE DAILY caught up with the sustainability-minded expert to get some green thumb tips of our own.
What was your proudest achievement of 2020? Unlimited Earth Care broke ground on the construction of our new modern extension, a flower market opening in spring/summer 2021. Sustainability is everything at Unlimited Earth Care, and I’m hoping that the flower market will encourage people to buy native and well-adapted plant and flower varieties. It will give me the opportunity to teach people about the benefits of sustainable gardening. Also, my daughter got a new puppy named Gus this spring, and he has brought us such happiness and excitement. Even our 12-year-old golden retriever, Lapo, became a puppy again! How else did you and your family stay creative? We always “move” outside in the summer—coming inside only to sleep! There’s always a way to enjoy
nature; we spent time together cooking, swimming, and playing with the dogs. It was a wonderful way to keep anxiety at bay and stay creative. We all have to keep moving forward together. The passing of the seasons has been comforting and a great motivator—watching the leaves browning and floating down to cover the last of the fall blooms, unaware of the turmoil in the world. Did you discover any hidden gems in the Hamptons? Our Sunday ritual was dinner at Sunset Beach in Shelter Island, but this year it was closed. We missed our friends there, as well as the cooking, so we went to see Eddy [the chef] at Chateau Marmont, where we had a special dinner. We discovered the new Duryea’s Orient Point, which is a wonderful place accessible by boat or by a drive along the water and past the picturesque lavender
fields and vineyards of the North Fork. The restaurant serves delicious seafood and is beautifully designed and even has a private beach with an extensive lounge. It feels as if you’ve arrived in Mykonos! Do you think more people took an interest in their gardens this year? Yes, no question about it. There’s a great deal of research into the therapeutic benefits of viewing and experiencing nature, and gardens specifically. I’m always designing to bring my clients’ lives outside to help them relax and relieve stress. Everyone works too hard. Clients from years ago are calling me to talk about how they’ve never experienced their trees in bloom before, and how the chance to spend time in their gardens has brought them the comfort they needed.
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MECCA Unlimited Earth Care’s garden concept store meets showroom is a must-visit on the East End.
What other trends did you see? Vegetable gardens were popular this year, but the biggest shift I’ve seen is the amount of time and effort people are putting into their outdoor spaces now— both commercial and personal. This new reality has nudged us all outside and encouraged us to reimagine the spaces we live, work, and relax in. As a garden and landscape designer, this is my specialty; both new and old clients have reached out to discuss what they can do to optimize the therapeutic and practical aspects of their outdoor spaces. Do you think sustainability will become increasingly front of mind for people? I don’t see how it could go any other way; the past few years have made the effects of climate change an increasingly urgent and undeniable reality. Sustainability starts at home—by choosing native and well-adapted plants that attract and aid helpful visitors like bees, birds, and butterflies. They are the tireless workforce of our ecosystems. Every year, I discover new sustainable materials for gardening accessories and furniture, and I make an effort to keep updated ecofriendly offerings in my Garden Concept Store. Your book, Bloom: The Luminous Gardens of Frederico Azevedo, has been a great success. Any plans to write another? I’m always thinking about what could be published next. I’ve often thought that some of the chapters in the book could become books of their own. I have a lot more to say, and many gardens to say it in. Did you find writing therapeutic? Maybe reflective is the right word. I examined the more technical conditions of garden and landscape design, which is at the center of everything when you’re designing with living things. The process of considering my work in a contemplative way became a productive practice for me. Where will you be spending the winter months? This year, because of the circumstances, I won’t be spending time shopping in Europe. I will, however, be spending some time in St. Barth’s for
the holidays before heading to my apartment in South Beach for a bit. In February, I’ll be catching up with my daughter in Los Angeles. What do you love about spending time in Florida? We love Miami—its culture and sunshine. I’ve had an apartment in South Beach since 1998; my kids, Livia and Lorenzo, grew up vacationing there. The Art Deco architecture really lends Miami that classic feeling— alight in neon at night and glowing more softly in pastels by day! We have fond memories of swimming in the ocean, rollerblading down boardwalks lined with swaying palm trees, and biking across Miami Beach. We love to eat at Cecconi’s, especially for Sunday brunch, which is usually followed by shopping at the antique market on Lincoln Road. We also like to have breakfast at Rosetta Bakery and visit exhibitions at the Bass and Pérez art museums.
And, of course, the gardens? Visiting the gardens is the thing to do in Miami. The Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden has an incredible collection of rare and endangered orchids and does incredible horticultural research and conservation. The Vizcaya Museum and Gardens—the former estate of James Deering—has particular significance to me. Vizcaya has incredible villas and gardens brimming with native and subtropical compatible foliage. Visiting there represented a change in the way I pursued the things I wanted in my life and career. Seeing Deering’s life and what he accomplished on his own, I understood how we have to learn to rely on ourselves, and to never give up on what we want. My children loved it there when they were young, lifting lizards off of heavy leaves and watching dragonflies buzz through the mangroves. It will always be a special place to us.
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With notable fans of both her medical-grade skincare line and her impeccable reputation as a plastic surgeon, it’s no surprise that DR. LARA DEVGAN has been lauded as one of the best in the game. But for the NYC-based mother-of-six, her passion for what she does is most evident in the life-changing reconstructive surgeries she carries out. She tells THE DAILY how her work is the perfect marriage of science and beauty. By FREYA DROHAN
What age were you when you first knew you wanted to pursue a career in this industry? I didn’t think I was going to be a plastic surgeon until part way through medical school. I was first drawn to a career in cancer surgery: it was detailed, intricate, and the relationships with the patients were long and collaborative. It also requires a gentleness of spirit, as well as a resilience of character. Those traits resonated
with me. I remember a particular day on my surgery rotation when the specialness of plastic surgery really struck me, and it changed my path. I watched the removal of a facial tumor that left a man with half of his jaw missing. It was incredibly skillful, yet sad—his cancer was gone, but he was nothing like his former self. The plastic and reconstructive surgeons performed a beautiful and elegant operation, and they
allowed this man to reclaim his own identity. I grew up as a classically trained artist and anatomy was my favorite subject, so in many ways this transition has always been in the cards. You’re a mom to six kids under 8 years old. Do they all want to be doctors like you when they grow up? At this point, most of my kids want to be superheroes. To be honest, I would take that! What does an average day look like for you? I wake up early, get the kids together for school, and get organized for the day. I like to visualize successful outcomes. Athletes do that before games—for me, every day is a big game! I like to immerse myself in my work by reading articles, watching videos, drawing diagrams, and planning. I still do that for every surgery; it sharpens my focus. Some days I’m in the operating room; I do a lot of facelifts, necklifts, eyelid surgery, lip lifts, and breast and body work. Other days, I’m in the procedure rooms, doing nonsurgical treatments, like injectable facial optimization and my famous nonsurgical rhinoplasty. I love skin resurfacing, lasers, and microinfusion microneedling, too. I’m also taking meetings for my skincare line, doing press interviews, working on my academic research, and
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A-LIST APPROVED Dr. Devgan’s medical-grade skincare line counts the likes of Bella Hadid (left) as fans. The top-rated plastic surgeon (inset) originally launched the brand as a “passion project.”
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trying to think differently about the stuff that seems well-defined, because that is how we innovate. You have an impressive résumé, but if you had to pick just one career highlight, what would it be? It’s less about a résumé than it is about the life experiences that have made it. It’s like the Aristotle quote, “Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” The highlights of my career are the life-changing reconstructive cases—helping patients heal their disfiguring burn wounds, rebuild their faces after devastating accidents, reconstruct their breasts after cancer, and reexamine their own faces after surgery for congenital differences and anomalies. The heart and soul of a plastic surgeon is in reconstructive surgery, and these profoundly life-altering cases have made me who I am. You’re ranked as the No. #1 female plastic surgeon in NYC, but how do you measure your own success? I have two goals in my medical career. One, to take excellent care of each one of my patients, and two, to always improve my craft. Success is not a fixed moment in time; it’s an iterative and progressive trend toward improvement. In plastic surgery and in life, every successful outcome is the cumulative result of thousands of tiny decisions. I find it rewarding when it all comes together, whether it’s the global optimization of a face, the beautiful healing of an incision line, or a patient sending me flowers. My goals are big, but my end points are small. If I make the decisions for others that I would want for myself, then I know I’m doing the right thing. What is it about your job that you love the most? Helping people in such an intimate and impactful way. I take the role I have as a plastic surgeon seriously, not just in enacting people’s preferences, but also in shaping them. What we do in plastic surgery sets the stage for what is considered ideal, and we have the responsibility to think about that when it comes to shaping the cultural landscape of beauty for the next generation. When I was coming of age as a plastic surgeon, the field was almost cringeworthy— puffy distorted features and ostentatious showiness! The concept of plastic surgery as a smart, nuanced, delicate, complex profession was lost in a pop cultural blur of tackiness. Plastic surgery, back then, sensationalized improbable ideals and made people feel bad about themselves. Now, I think we’re in a new era. The zeitgeist embraces personal identity, and the Internet has globalized the types of features we think of as beautiful. One of my mottoes is: “Subtle is the new dramatic.” I have enjoyed helping people find the beauty in nuance. It’s a careful balance between identity and beauty, and I want my patients to feel they have both. Have you seen a rise in beauty-related treatments this year? In a world where masks cover most of our faces, I have seen a tremendous uptick in interest in procedures of the eyes, eyebrows, and upper third of the face. Blepharoplasty and brow lifts have always been a professional niche of mine, but my practice in these areas has exploded. I’m also doing more suture suspension brow lifts and midface lifts, and treating the forehead, temples, and under eyes with injectable contouring at record levels. Even my eyelash serum Platinum Long Lash has experienced a 783 percent increase in sales. Not only are the eyes compelling,
but they’re a small way to achieve beauty, femininity, and confidence during a destabilizing time. We’re all under a great deal of stress caused by COVID-19, the stock market, the elections, and the news cycle, but beauty endures despite uncertainty. Tell us about your skincare line! I started with the goal of helping my surgical and injectable patients maintain their results at home. It was a small office-based line, a passion project for my personal patients, and it grew organically. Dr. Devgan Scientific Beauty has been a way for me to reach people thousands at a time, instead of one at a time. I love what I do on the person-to-person level, but it’s a different kind of challenge to bring a bit of the magic of aesthetic medicine to a larger audience. The skin is the largest organ in the body, and I believe that if people understood it better, they would take their cues about medical-grade skincare from people who have authentic expertise in the matter. I’m trying to demystify the concept of skincare to help people find tailored, medical-grade, quality-driven products with real clinical efficacy. Any celebrity fans? I’m incredibly indebted to Jennifer Aniston for wearing my lip plump on the cover of InStyle; Kim Kardashian for tweeting her facial with my hyaluronic and vitamin C; and Bella Hadid for Instagramming my mask. What’s the product that people love the most and why? Platinum Lip Plump and Platinum Long Lash are the products that broke the Internet for us. We’ve sold out of both of those more than a dozen times, they’ve both gone viral, and they both capture our message of #ScienceMeetsBeauty. The other thing I was going to mention is our Hyperpigmentation Collection; I truly believe it’s the best and most powerful one on the market today. Where can we buy your line? We’re DTC; most of our users shop online or via Instagram. We also have a host of amazing retail partners, including Sephora, Net-a-Porter, and Violet Grey. Everyone’s skin is going crazy right now. What’s one ingredient to keep our complexions hydrated and calm? Our Hyaluronic Serum. It’s not a regular plain Jane hyaluronic serum like many that you see on the shelves. It’s formulated with niacinamide and growth factors. This means that it doesn’t just hydrate, it also boosts collagen production in the skin. This improves moisture content, decreases inflammation, strengthens barrier function of the skin, and reduces fine lines. I’m so proud that it’s trending on TikTok. You have a huge following on social media, too. How do you use it as a tool for your work? I never thought of myself as a social media person or influencer, but here we are! I love technology, and I have fun with social media. I aim to use it to inform, educate, inspire, and connect. Plastic surgery is an incredibly opaque field shrouded in stigma and confusion; I would like to make it clearer, so that people can make safer and more informed decisions for themselves. How do you stay balanced throughout it all? What’s balance!?
BEST SELLERS Thanks to high-profile endorsements from celebs like (from top) Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Aniston, and Bella Hadid, Dr. Devgan’s products routinely sell out.
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A MODEL GIFT GUIDE
We asked some of the world’s top models to tell us what they’re giving this season!
LINDSAY ELLINGSON BAGGAGE CLAIM UPGRADE EYE MASKS
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“I’ll be giving my friends and family Baggage Claim Upgrade Eye Masks this holiday season. With all this extra time at home, we’re spending more time than ever on our skincare. I love masking with Baggage Claim; the hyaluronic and peptide serum plumps fine lines and gives a fresher look in just 15 minutes. It’s the perfect way to treat yourself this season!”
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NAADAM CASHMERE HOODIE AND JOGGER SET
KAIA SUNGLASSES IN PASTEL GREEN $150 karenwazen.com
$175 each
“These new sunnies from Karen Wazen eyewear are the perfect holiday accessory to spice up any look.”
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“There’s nothing I love more than a cozy set. I’ve been eyeing the cashmere hoodies and joggers from Naadam. I can see myself living in them this winter. Hopefully, my husband is reading this!”
DIOR OBLIQUE SQUARE SCARF $470 dior.com
“I’m loving the new Dior scarves, which can be worn multiple ways—as a head scarf, a top, and a statement around the neck.”
HOLIDAY PAJAMAS $36 magneticme.com
DUNDAS DISPOSABLE FACE MASKS $110 for 50 masks dundasworld.com
“Face masks are a musthave accessory, and Dundas has made these adorable disposable masks in all different designs that make a fashion statement.” FLOWER POWER IPHONE CASE $35 wildflowercases.com
“Getting into the ’70s feel with this adorable phone case by Wild Flower!”
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REFA STARTER SET $300 refausa.com
INCENSE AND BURNER $150 cinnamonprojects.com
"I swear by my ReFa tool, and every girl should own one! It’s a game changer for my beauty regime.”
“One of my favorite go-to gifts for women are self-care gifts because we simply don’t spoil ourselves enough. Cinnamon Projects’ incense are the most delicious, centering, and grounding incense I’ve found. It makes me connect to myself.”
DR. BARBARA STURM BABY AND KIDS SET $255 drsturm.com
“For kids, you’re never too young to start caring about your skincare game, and no one is better than Dr. Sturm and this cute kids set.”
ACNE STUDIOS BEANIE $150 acnestudios.com
“I think this is such a perfect gift for a guy! Every year, Acne comes out with new colors, and you can never have enough of these hats. Plus, you can always steal it from your man!”
NINA AGDAL CHIC STAYS $95 assouline.com
MAYE MUSK “I don’t need any gifts for the holidays, but I would love for people to donate to biggreen.org if they’re able to, so that less privileged children can grow and eat more fruits and vegetables.”
“Because I won’t be traveling, I’ve been loving coffee-table books with photographs from around the world. Chic Stays is a great gift for anyone!”
TZURI 18K GOLD BRACELET $4,900 tzuri.com
CORKNET PING PONG SET $60 store.moma.org
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“At the beginning of the pandemic, we had this set up in the kitchen and it’s so much fun! Great activity for everyone, including kids!” VINTAGE CHANEL BAG $2,400 therealreal.com
SKY SET SHAKER, STIRRING SPOON, AND JIGGER $179 georgjensen.com
TATA HARPER FACE OIL $98 tataharperskincare.com
“We’ve been spending most of our time at home, which means we’ve gotten pretty good at making our own homemade cocktails. I love this shaker set from Georg Jensen. It would be a great gift for my guy friends or anyone who loves to shake up a cocktail!”
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ShoppingSPREE SAMANTHA GRADOVILLE CHOCOLATE SNOWMEN $40 burdickchocolate.com
“My favorite chocolates are handmade, and L.A. Burdick makes the best! I particularly love its signature chocolate mice and cigars. It also has the cutest selection of chocolate snowmen, or if you want to try a bit of everything, check out the Holiday Crate.”
FIRST SIGNET RING $1,250 samvarajewelry.com REDEMPTION SLOUCHY COTTON BLEND SWEATER $288 redemption.com
I AM GOAT 2021 WALL CALENDAR $12 amazon.com
“In addition to my career as a fashion model, I also work as a goldsmith handcrafting oneof-a-kind pieces for my jewelry line, Samvara. What better way to show someone how special they are than with a unique piece of jewelry made just for them? My First Signet ring was designed by uniting masculine and feminine styles to create one perfectly balanced ring for anyone to wear. From design and creation to the final polish, each ring is custom-made with the intention of love and unity to last a lifetime.”
The I Am Goat calendar is one of my favorite ways to stay organized. It features holidays, important observances, and my favorite, the phases of the moon. I love that it’s printed on recycled paper, uses a carbon-negative publisher, and gives back to the community. So far, they’ve planted more than 1 million trees with their partner, Trees for the Future!”
MELODIE MONROSE BETWEEN THE WORLD AND ME BY TA-NEHISI COATES $23 barnesandnoble.com HOW TO BE AN ANTIRACIST BY IBRAM X. KENDI $24 barnesandnoble.com
“I love sharing books with my friends and family. I feel like this year isn’t the time for lavish presents, so giving the gift of knowledge seems appropriate at the moment.”
KATE BOCK STONE CANDLE $180 offwhitepalette.com
“I just discovered the most beautiful candle set in stone. It’s the perfect table topper for any home.” BABY MINI KIT $65 livlyclothing.com
NADINE LEOPOLD PANGAIA SWEATSHIRT $150 thepangaia.com
“A sweatshirt from Pangaia is super cool for the whole family. It’s perfect for cozy nights in, and it’s also sustainable. A tree will be planted for each product sold!”
“It seems like there’s a big baby boom coming up! The Baby Mini Kit is a favorite.”
OUAI SHAMPOO/ CONDITIONER SET $38 sephora.com
HALIMA ADEN BELL & HOWELL COLORCHANGING COOL MIST HUMIDIFIER $50 target.com
“Everyone should have a humidifier this holiday season. As we’ve been spending so much time bunkered up inside our homes, this will help us get the best uninterrupted sleep, which is something so important to our overall well-being. I’m hoping for this one with a color-changing night light and diffuser to add essential oils.”
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TOM FORD WATCH $10,480 bergdorfgoodman.com
HAVERHILL PERSONALIZED 3 STONE BIRTHSTONE NECKLACE $325 haverhillcollection.com
DONNA KARAN CASHMERE MIST PERFUME $96–$122 donnakaran.com
MAX MARA ALPACA, WOOL, AND SILK SHOPPER BAG IN CAMEL $1,390 maxmara.com
NICOLE MILLER FACE MASK $16–$25 nicolemiller.com
MOROCCANOIL ALL-STARS STOCKING STUFFER $20 moroccanoil.com
PALM BEACH BY AERIN LAUDER $95 assouline.com
EDITOR’S
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LORO PIANA SUEDE GLOVES $625 bergdorfgoodman.com
PRADA SINGLEBREASTED PRINTED RADZIMIR OVERCOAT $3,950 prada.com
BLOOM: THE LUMINOUS GARDENS OF FREDERICO AZEVEDO $75 pointedleafpress.com
What do we have our eyes on this season? Here are a few of our favorite things!
5 MORE SLEEPS ’TIL CHRISTMAS BY JIMMY FALLON $19 faoschwarz.com THE ULTIMATE HAND SANITIZER KEY CHAIN $99 pologeorgis.com
MIU MIU SUNGLASSES $359 sunglasshut.com
AMINA MUADDI HENSON CHAIN-EMBELLISHED LEATHER SANDALS $1,020 net-a-porter.com
KÉRASTASE REFLECTION LUXURY GIFT SET FOR COLOR RADIANCE $80 kerastase-usa.com
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LAGOS STUD EARRINGS $595 lagos.com
JONATHAN ADLER VERSAILLES GLASSWARE SET $128 jonathanadler.com
ECLIPSE RED HANDBAG $630 collinimilano.com
THE COLONY VINEYARD VINES TIE $95 thecolonypalmbeach.com
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HAVE YOU MET CHLOÉ? The world first met CHLOÉ LUKASIAK when she was a breakout star on the hit show Dance Moms. Now 19 years old, she has more than 6 million Instagram followers, 2.2 million YouTube subscribers, and has already published an autobiography. Did we mention she’s also in college? Lukasiak took a rare break to tell THE DAILY how she’s doing it all and why this year was a much needed opportunity to focus on herself. By EDDIE ROCHE Photography by KRISSY SALEH
How has this year been for you? Keeping your spirits up? I’ve been doing really well. Everyone is going through the ups and downs. I saw this weird and crazy time and decided to use it for good. Life was always so crazy. I felt like I never had control of my days. But now I have all this time to settle down and connect with myself and ground myself, so I said, “Let’s do it!” I hopped on the train and used this time to slow down, appreciate time with my family, find passions. I started painting, drawing, and reading more. I was taking more walks and connecting with myself. We get so caught up in the world we live in. I wanted to slow down and ground myself. I know a lot of people struggled during this time, and I feel for those people. But I was fortunate to have a productive experience, and for that I am grateful. It was the time I needed for myself. What was the best lesson you learned in 2020? To put myself first. I have a hard time with that because I’m an empathetic person. I’m always thinking of other people and how they might be affected by my actions or words. I’m concerned with the world around me, but I realized it’s a super power to focus on yourself and better yourself. You can be better for the people around you. Now I feel way less guilty and
selfish if I say I need to take tonight for myself. I’m prioritizing myself, which is weird because I try to do it all. Slowing down has been so good for me. You’ve already accomplished a lot for someone your age. How do you define what you do? It’s actually quite difficult to define it. I’m in college now, which is weird because I’m so used to having an abnormal life and it feels so normal. I don’t quite know how to navigate this. When people ask what I do for work I say that I act, I’m an author, I’m currently working on writing another book, I do social media. It’s hard to describe. How do I describe it? You’re an entrepreneur! I like that! A multi-hyphenate! I like that! That sounds powerful! We watched a lot of your YouTube clips. They’re so cute. You’re on so many different platforms, from TikTok to Instagram. How do you manage to do it all? Time management is my best friend. Every night before bed, I look at what I have to do the next day between school and acting and all the other work I do. I try to put in equal amounts of time for everything. If I spend an hour writing, I spend an hour working on
a scene for an acting class or an hour of homework or content creating. It’s important to me that I do a bit of everything each day. I give a bit of myself to each field. Do you have a favorite social media platform? I’ve been loving TikTok lately. Before quarantine, I was so against it. I was stubborn about it. I said I wasn’t going to fall into this whole new world of social media. I have enough as it is. Then quarantine came around and one night I was lying on my couch and scrolling through videos. The next time I looked up, three hours had gone by. I had missed dinner! I realized I was obsessed with TikTok. Now it’s my favorite platform to make content for. It’s so fun and raw. You can let your hair down. The other platforms feel a little more polished, which I also love. I love creating a brand for myself and putting a vibe out there. What’s the responsibility like of having so many followers? It must be a lot of pressure. It is, but it’s also not. I’m lucky to have an opportunity to be a voice to so many people, and I can reach so many. It’s probably my favorite part of my job. I can influence so many people. To be able to talk to people about voting and remind people to register to vote was the coolest thing. I’m trying to be a positive light for people. Whenever I get a DM from people and they say I brighten their day and make it a little better, it warms my heart like I can’t even explain. It’s exactly what I aim to do. It’s the best feeling to get kind messages. Tell us about your upbringing. I had such a low-key childhood in Pittsburgh. It was a very grounded childhood, which I’m grateful for when I look back on it. My dad works for Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh in marketing and PR. My mom worked in fitness. It was the most normal childhood. When I first entered this industry, I thought it was so cool to grow up in L.A., but I’m so grateful that I grew up where I did because I feel I wouldn’t have had the same beliefs and morals that I do now. My dad used to take me to the library every Sunday. I would pick out a bunch of books and read them throughout the week. That
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bonded us. I used to go to the park and play basketball with my dad. My little sister came around when I was 8, which was the highlight of my childhood. I was an only child for so long and then she came. Now she’s my favorite human in the whole world. You call your parents by their first names! Why? [Laughs] I don’t have a good explanation. It just seemed funny. I had a moment where I realized my parents are their own human beings. They’re not just my parents! When you realize your parents have their own identity, it’s the trippiest thing ever. After that I started calling them by their first names, and then my mom said she wished I would call her mom again. I was like, “All right, you’re mom!” My sister and I are learning French and she’s been calling them le mère and le père. Now that’s our new nickname. We’re always keeping things interesting. You’re in L.A. right now in school. What’s it like to be studying from home while pursuing an acting career? What kind of projects do you want to do? My main goal is film. I’ve always felt such a connection to films. In the past couple of years, I’d go to the movie theater twice a week. I love talking about films. I get so nerdy about it. I’ve always felt drawn to drama and action films. They’re so opposite. People always called me dramatic growing up, and I like doing things like boxing and action-packed things, so that fits! You came up from being on the TV show Dance Moms. Would you ever do another reality show? I don’t think so. I’ve gotten so far away from it. I was talking about reality TV recently and I haven’t watched it. I never even watched Dance Moms. I feel like it’s not the best environment, and I wouldn’t do it again. What are you studying in college? Integrated marketing and communications. It’s interesting, but it’s not for me. I’ve always wanted to go to college and expand my knowledge, so it’s good. Is it weird having to be in school remotely? It’s so weird and hard! In high school I did online school for four years. To do it online again has not
been a good time. I understand why we’re doing it, but I’m having flashbacks to high school. We know you love fashion. You came to New York Fashion Week in February. What was that experience like? I’ve always loved Fashion Week. It’s one of the highlights of my year. I found that growing up I was always so self-conscious about my style and fashion. I was always relying on other people to tell me what looked good. I found that as I’ve grown up and found my confidence, fashion has completely changed in my eyes. It’s how I show my power, my style. I use it to showcase the mood I’m in that day. Some days I feel edgier, and sometimes I feel more sophisticated and want to look elegant. I feel like the clothes I wear change the way I walk. It makes you feel different and good. I’ve been having fun with fashion and realizing how far I can push it. I’m learning to find my voice through fashion. What designers would we find in your closet? My favorites are Dior and Chanel. We’re working on getting those in the closet! What shows did you see at New York Fashion Week? Carolina Herrera, Rebecca Minkoff, Anna Sui,
Jonathan Simkhai, J. Mendel, Jason Wu, and a few others. My publicist, Trixie [Richter], and I always laugh because we don’t remember anything about it. I was so sleep-deprived! It’s more than just shows. There were fittings and lunches; there’s so much going on. I was changing in the car! It was all so chaotic, but I love it. I don’t understand why I like it because it’s so chaotic, but it’s so fun going to all the shows. It was the craziest time of my life! How did your relationship with Maybelline New York start? It was an organic partnership. I’ve always loved their products, and I guess they were a fan of what I stand for and who I am. We worked together for the first time on a partnership and I loved the team. Everyone involved is so amazing. I’ve always used makeup to showcase strengths—not to cover up flaws, but to accentuate the beauty I already have. I feel like Maybelline stands for that as well. I love working with people who have the same goals as me and spread the same message I do. I feel like we’re aligned in that way. What’s your approach to putting on makeup? I love a good hydrating foundation. I like to do a poppy eye. Mascara makes me feel good! I’ve tried the way of doing a lot of makeup, especially growing up in the dance world where they were piling on the makeup. I found it didn’t feel good. I felt like I was covering up rather than making me feel confident. I love a more natural, glowy, and dewy look rather than covering it all up. What’s your next book going to be? I’m in the middle of writing a fiction book. The last one was an autobiography. It feels weird and I feel out of my wheelhouse and uncomfortable, but I’ve always wanted to do it. I grew up going to the library. Books have gotten me through a lot of tough times. I’ve found security in books and [entered] different worlds. It has been fun to test my limits that way. No one would ever say you aren’t a hard worker! We’re looking forward to following your major career. Thank you! It was so nice chatting with you!
IT GIRL Lukasiak has become a frontrow fixture at fashion shows.
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If you don’t know the name BRETMAN ROCK, you will soon. The Hawaiian-based content creator burst onto the YouTube scene years ago and has picked up more than 35 million followers on social media along the way. Next up is his own reality show for MTV and his first fashion collaboration. The confident 22-year-old tells THE DAILY how he built his audience, where his passion for makeup developed, and why nobody will ever stand in his way. By EDDIE ROCHE
my family gave me. My parents have always known I was gay. My whole life I was always encouraged to be myself. When I did go to school and kids would make fun of me, my personality was too strong to take s**t from other people. My weapons are my words. Beauty is one of your verticals, but we heard you’re also filming an MTV reality show about your life. I’m filming it as we speak. Everything is happening so fast. I go to work every day and realize this was just something I’d think about as a kid. I’m living my dream. It’s so surreal. I go to set every day and I’m in awe. I just know I’m made for the camera. This is my calling. Is there a camera crew following you around? It’s MTV capturing the content creator life and how it is in the islands. We can watch only so many reality shows filmed in L.A. It gets boring and repetitive. I don’t think anyone really knows what a content creator’s life is like when they’re away from all the L.A. bulls**t and mainland stuff. I wanted to bring in more of who I really am and the business side of Bretman Rock onto the show. When people ask you what you do for a living, what do you say? It depends on who’s asking. It’s hard to explain to older people what I do—especially my mom. I don’t even think my mom knows what I’m doing. My mom still thinks I have a lot of best friends and that’s why people ask me for pictures. I honestly tell people that I work online and let their imaginations run wild. If you think I do porn, then girl, run with it. If you think I’m an influencer, maybe I am. I say I work online when people who don’t know me ask. Why do you think you’ve resonated with 35 million people? I’m in the same industry as a lot of content creators.
FEARLESS FACTOR Rock has found success by being unafraid to be himself. He became an icon to Gen Y in the process.
I don’t want to sound too cocky, but I think I’m better than most people. Honestly. It’s not because I’m more talented than them. It’s because I’m a real f**king person. I can’t say that about my colleagues. Some of them are so much about likes and followers and numbers. That’s not who I am. I’ve never let numbers control me. I can’t say that about other people. You’ve been to New York Fashion Week! What did you think? It was so surreal. I hated the flight [there], let’s not get that twisted. New York to me is such an inspirational city. I do miss the little things when I’m in New York, like grass. There’s grass! It’s not the same! It’s definitely a concrete jungle. Fashion Week was so fun. I’ve never felt like I belonged in such a place. I’ve never felt so important in my life. New York definitely makes me feel like the star that I am. We know you have collaborations with Dime Optics and Revolve coming out. Tell us about them. It was an organic thing. Dime sent me a pair of sunglasses a few years ago that I wore once. I fell in love with the brand. I was like, let me do my first fashion piece with a new brand so I could grow with this brand. Then I met the Revolve team at Coachella and they came up to me and one thing led to another. The rest is history!
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YouTube launched your career. How did that all begin? My first YouTube video came out when I was in eighth grade. This was before the word influencer or I knew you could make money from YouTube. I started making YouTube videos with my mom’s old iPod. I do wish they were still up, but my insecure ass deleted them when I went to high school. I regret deleting them because I want to go back and laugh at them! What were they about? That was back when I thought I was a fashion icon. It was before beauty, so I would make outfits of the day or OOTD we would call them. I would teach people how to make tie-dye shirts or flower crowns. I was a very DIY fashion girl. That’s how I started. What was the video that really took off, or was it gradual? I wish I had a gradual progression, because I literally blew up one day and it was full throttle. The video that started my career was when I was dancing to a Beyoncé song and my sister walked past and I slapped her across the head. It got me from 800,000 followers to 2 million in two weeks. It felt like a dream. Makeup is a passion and a love for you. When did you start putting on makeup? It dates back to when I was living in the Philippines with my dad while my brother, sister, and mother moved to America. I grew up very Catholic and would run to my grandma’s room and that’s where I would watch her put on her makeup for church. I would literally just sit on her bed in full awe watching her. That’s when I fell in love with vanity, women, and the art of getting ready. Makeup can make you feel a certain way. My grandma would put blush on me and we’d head to church, and I felt like the baddest bitch there. Ready to pray my sins away! Did kids ever make fun of you? I really do think it’s the power that my parents and
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THE CHLOE SHOW Morello, pictured with her husband, Sebastian Mecha [far right], believes influencers need to be on all social media platforms to succeed.
GIVE ME MORELLO
Beauty vlogger CHLOE MORELLO first gained millions of eyeballs giving makeup tutorials on YouTube to women from her native Australia. Now, (almost) nothing is off-limits as fans watch her and her husband conquer life here. She tells THE DAILY why she puts it all out there.
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How did you first step into the YouTube world? When I first started watching YouTube, we had dialup Internet! I was about 16 or 17, and I watched dance videos and tutorials about makeup. At the time, I was a belly dancer at a restaurant and a dance school. The first video I posted was my choreography for my students. Because I loved doing makeup, they always asked me about doing tutorials for performances. That’s when I started a YouTube channel for makeup. It took off a little bit and then in 2011 and 2012, I got my first 50,000 subscribers. What was it like to see your numbers grow and grow? It’s crazy. I was living at home at the time, and I was working at our family business. I was so excited when I hit my first 1,000. My mum was really proud. My dad didn’t really understand it. I was afraid my schoolmates were going to find out and bully me about it. It doesn’t really hit you until it starts to infiltrate and come into your actual life and people you know are watching. Let’s backtrack and talk about your belly dancing. That sounds fun! I’ve always been a big fan of Shakira! My mom forced me into ballet when I was a little girl because I had trouble with my hips. I was really bad at it but really
good at belly dancing. I started doing that and danced in a few Turkish and Lebanese restaurants and at weddings and birthdays. I taught classes a few times a week. I uploaded my dancing to YouTube. Some of those videos have millions of views, but I can’t remember the password to my account. Have you always been comfortable in front of the camera? I’ve always been outgoing. I’m impulsive, so I’m not surprised I went in that direction. I’m so excited and proud to be part of the social media crowd. I feel lucky to be born into this time because I have no idea what I’d be doing if it wasn’t for this. I was also working in the office at a crematorium while I was a belly dancer. Was that your family business? No. My family business was a motel. I’ve done so many things. It’s crazy to think about it. A motel!? Was it like Schitt’s Creek? More crazy things happen at a real motel than what happens at Schitt’s Creek! My mom could have a reality show about stuff that happens there. What Schitt’s Creek character do you relate to the most? I’m a little bit Alexis, but I wish I was Moira. I love Moira and David!
Same! Why do you think you’ve connected with an audience? A big issue is that a lot of people start their channel with the purpose of becoming a big famous and rich blogger. That’s not why you should. It’s unlikely that’s going to happen. People are looking for real people to watch who are raw and unedited. It’s important to show your reality rather than trying to show people what they think an influencer is. A lot of people start not for the love of makeup, but because of the perks that they think influencers have. Is there anything off-limits that you won’t show? I don’t feel like there’s much. There are things people aren’t going to see with my husband, like if we have an argument. People know that we argue, but I’m obviously not going to display that sort of thing. I can’t really think of what else. I share my opinions on everything, and that’s part of why I think people want to watch creators. We’re not reading from a script. Makeup put you on the map. What’s your best makeup tip? My tip is to start with a little and build up. I wish I had started earlier building little by little. In the past, I would grab a whole lot of bronzer or a whole lot of foundation and put it straight on. Now I much prefer starting with half a pump and step back and seeing how much I feel like I need to put on. The less makeup I put on, the better I feel about myself personally. I don’t like to feel like I’m masking myself. I want to enhance my natural self. Is it stressful keeping up with all the different platforms? It is. I like TikTok, but it’s so addictive. I do think you have to be on all the platforms, but you can’t give 100 percent to every single one. To me, it’s about prioritizing. I prefer YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram. I can’t get my personality out there like when I do videos. I also think my audience is 18–35, and TikTok skews a little bit younger. You moved to L.A. about a year and a half ago. How’s that going for you? I love the U.S. I don’t regret leaving Australia. My husband and I moved here for the work opportunities. We’ve always had our management here. The opportunities are so great in the U.S. It really is the land where you can reach your full potential.
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After what can only be called a unique market year, Atlanta Apparel was thrilled to carry out a vibrant October Atlanta Apparel Market. With strong attendance and major order writing, the future is bright! An abundance of Spring ’21 trends have already come to the fore, too. Fashion director MORGAN RAMAGE cherry-picks her top five for the season.
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BANDANNAS The ultimate wardrobe hero? A silk scarf or bandanna can do it all! Go retro and fashion yours into a ’90s-style halterneck or tube top. Or go for a classic look by knotting yours as a headscarf, neckerchief, or handbag accessory. Très chic, non?
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Let’s go to the beach! After a year when travel was so limited, it’s only understandable that we’re yearning for accessories that remind us of endless days spent at the shore. Bags, belts, and mules with woven details are proving to be a big hit. See you at the surf!
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BERMUDA SHORTS Now here’s a trend that’s been bubbling under the surface for a while now. Shorts that hit just above the knee are set to be the ultimate silhouette next spring. Whether you opt for oversize and slouchy or tailored and fitted, there’s certainly a style to suit every taste.
BLOOMING FLORALS
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If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it! Sure, we know f lorals will forever reign supreme during the warmer months, but the joyful pattern is a classic trend for a reason. We’re excited to see the print on f lirty minis, f loaty maxis, and everything in between.
DAISY MOTIFS Say it with us: f lower power! Nostalgic and sweet itsy-bitsy daisy prints are bound to have a moment next year. Indeed, when matched with sunny yellow hues, this cute trend is sure to instantly bring a smile to everyone’s face.
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PLANET PERSON
Planet founder LAUREN GROSSMAN is a self-made woman who has created a brand that’s giving women globally exactly what they’re looking for. She tells THE DAILY her remarkable and inspiring story of how she self-funded the line, survived cancer (twice!) along the way, and now wants her designs everywhere on the planet. By EDDIE ROCHE
MUST HAVES Planet is loved for its elevated basics.
Did you always have a passion for fashion? OMG! I came out fully dolled up. I was obsessed with Barbie. She came in this plastic and you’d have the shoes and the handbags and the earrings. It was never just about putting shorts and a T-shirt on her for me. It was always about the whole package. I also have a sister who is 13 years older than me. Growing up in the 1960s and seeing her get dressed up to go out in this iconic Vidal Sassoon haircut and black eyeliner with these mod dresses with go-go boots, I was in awe. I just wanted to have that for my Barbie doll. Going into the 1970s, when I was in fifth grade, my sister went
into Manhattan and bought me platform shoes from a London designer to wear with flare-bottom jeans. I was like 60 pounds. My sister would take me shopping for clothes and one year my mom said, “Show me the clothes,” and I came out with this long maxi coat and this hat on my head. I opened up the coat and there I am in hot pants, granny boots, and fishnet stockings. Fifth grade! My mom goes, “Where’s the school clothes?” and I said, “Mom! This is what’s in fashion!” I had a 60th-birthday party last year with all these old pictures of me, and one of the girls who works for me said, “You look like baby Anna Wintour!”
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Tell us a little about your background. What were you doing before Planet? I was a multiline sales rep in the southeast, from Florida to Atlanta. I had showrooms in both locations, and I would go on the road to all the boutiques. Was that the inspiration that made you say to yourself that you could do this? Exactly. After 10 years of working with so many different artists and manufacturers, they would always come to me when they were going to present the line. They asked if I liked their color palette, what should they name the color, what do you think of this? I said to myself that after 10 years and only making 10 percent commission, I’m going to put my money where my mouth is and do this myself. How did you even do that? Did you find an investor? I had some money in the stock market in the mid ’90s and the NASDAQ was going crazy and doubling all the time, so I took my money out of that and started with that seed money for Planet. I knew nothing about manufacturing. I had a friend who was a manufacturer in the industrial area in Miami, and I called him and said I wanted to manufacture. He took me and showed me what you had to do as far as fabrics, the width of the goods, laying them up, how to make a wholesale price, everything about the background mathematics to make this work. We went through that money real fast! I did a New York trade show, and it was an instant success. I then had to go home and get more money to manufacture it. I took a home equity loan on my own house. I put up my own money. I’ve never had to borrow a dime, and I don’t owe any money. Because of my background of being a sale rep, we always waited for our money. I’d ask for my check and wait. I always said if I hired a sale rep, I would always pay them immediately. Twenty-two years later, ask anyone, I don’t owe a dime. I live that way because it was hard for me wondering where my commission was.
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Do you still have the Barbies? We moved to Florida when I was almost 16 and at that time my mother said, and I quote, “You’re going to be a teenager, you’ll move to Florida, you’ll get a boyfriend, you’ll forget about Barbie!” She made me give away my Barbie house, my Barbie pool, my Barbie car, everything Barbie went to my younger cousin. I don’t have any of it. I wish that I did. Sorry! Why is the brand called Planet? When I started I was looking for fabrics that were all natural elements, natural fibers like cottons and linens. They were elements of the earth, and the colors that I chose were always muted colors and also derivative of the earth, like sage and cloud and sun. It created an environment, and that’s how Planet came about. Where is it made? We have pima cotton T-shirts and sweaters that are made in Lima, Peru. We have a pretty large factory there. They are the No. 1 producer of pima cotton in the world. All the wovens are made in Miami. What are your best sellers? Our best sellers are the pima cotton T-shirts and sweatshirts. Women call them the Lay’s potato chip of the line. Like a potato chip, you can’t eat just one. These sweaters, you can’t have just one. They come in many colors and shapes. You have a ton of positive energy! What’s your secret? Clean living. I exercise all the time. I eat pretty clean. Most of all, this journey of becoming my own manufacturer and creating my own destiny, I have so much gratitude for what I have accomplished. I’m in a really good space. I’m grateful every day. I had cancer twice. I had cancer when I was 28 years old, and at that time I was selling the Madonna bustiers. That was the whole look. I’d go across the country with them, and they told me at the same time that they had to cut me open. I said, “I can’t do that! I have to go around!” I was strutting around the country. I was not
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stopping for cancer. Luckily, I got it into remission. Then 10 years ago, I had breast cancer. I thought, “Oh, no! Just when things are going great with Planet, I’m going to lose the business.” Well, it just kept going. I got through that. I’m a two-time cancer survivor and that gives you a lot of gratitude. What’s your advice to anyone going through cancer? Keep a positive mental attitude; you will get through it. You’re based in Florida. Is it harder doing what you do there? I’m originally from New York. I’m a Long Island girl. Throughout my career, I’ve always had a New York presence. Whatever trade show there was, I took a big booth and decorated it to the max. I wanted to create the visual impact before you even knew the concept of the line. I wanted to draw in the people and the traffic. Whatever New York had to offer, I was in it to win it. It didn’t matter that I was based in Florida. I think being in Florida and being a native New Yorker, you have a competitive edge. New Yorkers are aggressive people. In the past five years when Planet really started to soar, I opened up a New York showroom and hired Lisa Attea, a director of sales who is now the vice president. We do have that New York presence. Why has the company grown so much in the past five years? Once the buyers got the product in and saw how it sold, they made their margins on it, so they’d constantly reorder. If the customer bought the sweater in black, she’d say, “What other colors does it come in?” We’re a layering concept of clothing, so the more you put on and buy, the more different options you have. The market share is getting larger and larger with each customer. I also said to boutiques, give me part of your real estate, like a store-withina-store concept, like Ralph Lauren did back in the day. I went around to stores and I created what I called a Planetarium—a whole area of Planet. I hired
someone within my company and named her the Planet specialist. She would fly to these stores and do what you would call a trunk show, but we’d call it an in-store event. Now they had the most Planet on the floor, and my Planet specialist would come in and not only train their staff, she would dress them in it, dress their mannequins. We would do these events twice a year for Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter. It created a buzz in the stores and rang the register. How do you want to see the company grow? The company should go to the moon and back. I see it everywhere as sizeless, ageless, seasonless, chic clothing. It’s infinite. It has no end. Where can people find the brand? We sell in better-end boutiques all over Manhattan and Long Island. We also have a distributor in Canada, New Zealand, and Australia. It’s a global brand. It’s all over the planet. When the pandemic hit and the world was shut down, we opened an E-commerce site [shopplanetbylaureng.com] so our addicted customers could still purchase. Business never really stopped. Who do you look up to in the fashion world? My muse is Donna Karan. I read her book, My Journey, and there were pages in there describing her Seven Easy Pieces concept of dressing. I started to shake. I called my sister and read it to her. I said, “Listen to this! She wants a cotton shirt, leggings, a skirt, a sweater, and take it from day to night.” That is Planet! You can go anywhere in the world and you pack a small suitcase and take these seven layer pieces with different shoes or accessories. Do you see Planet getting as large as Donna Karan? Are you interested in that? It’s absolutely possible. I could see that. I could also see Planet flagship stores all over the world. It would take a lot of money and energy, so I better stay well!
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ChicESTATES: HAMPTONS SUPER AGENT Ball (inset) described 2020 as a careerdefining moment.
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POWER BALL
One broker who wasn’t resting on her laurels this year is Corcoran star RANDI BALL. The award-winning real estate pro has had a whirlwind 2020, helping dozens of families to relocate Out East. The Amagansett-based momof-two tells THE DAILY about how the Hamptons’ housing market is forever changed and what made her love for her community stronger than ever before. By FREYA DROHAN
How has this year been for you? In March, when everything got crazy, I was in panic mode, figuring out how to structure family life. My 16-year-old son came home from boarding school, my 12-year-old was in sixth grade, and my husband was working from home. The first thing I did was make everyone designated work spaces. In came lots of stuff from Amazon—desks, chairs, computers! Then we’d meet in the kitchen for meals. It turned out to be a silver lining, getting to spend all that time together. We hear you’ve always loved to entertain! I do! It went from entertaining guests to just being the four of us. We planned a meal schedule, a chore schedule, and figured out how we were all going to do this together. Everyone chipped in. I credit my husband and sons with making all the amazing, elaborate dinners and desserts while I was locked up in a room. At a certain point, it was known to leave Mom alone…she has to work! This season must have been busier than ever for you. As soon as the pandemic hit and NYC got bad, there was a mass exodus Out East. All the families, especially with young kids, wanted to get out. I worked hard, opening up houses that normally weren’t for rent as it wasn’t our season yet. I’d been paying attention to the news, so I saw this coming in February. My assistant,
Sara [Bertha], and I called everyone, even people who lived overseas, and put together a list of landlords who could rent as soon as possible. We were churning out leases, and people were grateful for that. Were you doing everything virtually, too? Yes, we had to learn to work remotely, along with everyone else in the world. It was a stressful way of doing business, and at first, I was nervous and thinking, “Am I ever going to sell a house again?” But so many people were bidding on homes—for every house I had an offer on, there were four or five people waiting in the wings. It was nerve-racking! Has the community in the Hamptons banded together in new ways this year? Absolutely. I’d say that at first, the community on the East End was incredibly overwhelmed with the density of people who arrived pre-season. The supermarkets had to review all their orders as there wasn’t enough to go around. But the major farmstands rallied, opened up, and banded together to get us food. Everyone got together to take care of community members in need, because it was a hard time for a lot of people who were out of work and had children to care for. Did you get to discover any hidden neighborhood gems? Even though we were cooking so much at home, we did make sure to order curbside pickup from local
restaurants too, especially ones like The Honest Group and Smokin’ Wolf BBQ, which were supporting their employees. There was a huge movement to shop local when the stores opened up again. As an avid reader, I was always at BookHampton. Do you think people’s priorities have changed this year in terms of what they’re looking for in a home? Definitely. I saw a lot of people looking for large houses so that the extended family—up to three generations— could all connect and be together. Also, there’s been a shift to land, especially for younger families who have kids. Instead of buying in the village or at the beach, they wanted backyards and space to run. What other new trends will we see in real estate? I think we’re done with seasonality; I don’t think there is a “down season.” This time would usually be a slow period and it’s not. People want to rent and buy, and people truly want to be out here. I think many people always wanted a second home and maybe weren’t going to do it right now, but this proved that they needed a place out of the city. I don’t see that stopping. What’s it like seeing the area much busier than usual? My family lives in the Dunes, so it was lovely for us. Normally, there’s not a year-round population here, but our neighbors came out in March to hunker down, so sometimes we saw each other out walking. We live in an ocean community, so there’s always people meditating and using the beach, just trying to keep it together! What did you learn about yourself this year? I learned how to better understand human behavior. Emotions ran high, and it was a difficult time for everybody. Buying real estate is always an emotional process, without throwing in COVID, the stock market, and an election! As a broker, I needed to have more empathy for what people were going through. That’s something that will always help me going forward. It’s also been amazing to make friends and connections with other brokers—whether it’s Palm Beach, Miami, NYC, or Westchester. I’ve developed new relationships and expanded my base, which has been a huge plus for me. The broker community really came together. With such a hectic work year, how did you stay balanced? It was such a manic energy, getting as much done as humanly possible every minute of the day, so I had to carve out something to take care of myself. I Zoomed religiously with my favorite yoga teacher. I’ll never stop now! I feel blessed and lucky.
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PARTY READY
No matter what else is on the agenda, the best thing about the end of the year is taking time to R&R. Although you don’t have to sacrifice style while you Netf lix & Chill, this silk maxi with kimonoinspired sleeves and sexy slit detailing ticks all the boxes.
ELLIE LUCIDO VELVET MINI DRESS $428
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NEW YEAR’S EVE Say sayonara to the year that was in a look that pulls out all the stops. This 1980s-reminiscent mini brings together all the trends we’re loving right now— velvet, animal print, a power shoulder, and puff sleeves. A multitasker if we ever saw one.
Now here’s a wardrobe hero that can do it all. Wear this smocked-waist velvet burnout mini with opaque tights and biker boots for a demure dress code, or go all out with platform heels when it’s time to hit the dance f loor again.
FESTIVE FROCKS
Whatever way you’re raising a toast to celebrate this year—virtually or IRL— there’s always an excuse, or occasion, for a shiny new outfit that sparks joy. Fashion editor FREYA DROHAN picks her top-four staples from Diane von Furstenberg’s seasonal offering.
FAMILY LUNCH
Dress to impress in this lightweight and effortless printed chiffon number, which has a loose but f lattering fit. Pair with a vintage gold buckle belt and a velvet headband for a look that’s elegant and unique.
ANASTASIA CHIFFON MAXI DRESS $798
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COZY LIVING A styled country farmhouse in Water Mill with five bedrooms and five baths can be rented for short term or weekly. The property also has a heated pool.
REAL DEAL
Douglas Elliman’s YORGOS TSIBIRIDIS not only has a passion for selling real estate on the East End, he’s a true champion of living in the Hamptons. He tells THE DAILY about being busier than ever, what every prospective buyer should be asking (it’s not what you think!), and why he loves the area so much. By EDDIE ROCHE
more laid-back environment for kids, and there’s exposure to nature and all the Hamptons can offer. Activities such as swimming, fishing, biking, surfing, tennis, and golf are all easily accessible. What has the fall been like in the real estate world in the Hamptons? Super busy. I felt it was even busier than the summer— lots of sale transactions and many bidding wars. What do you think 2021 will look like? The market will continue being strong here in the Hamptons. Inventory continues to be tight and when the right product comes on the market it moves very fast. I think there will be a gap on new construction in the next year as most new construction homes sold and it will take a year or so to get new construction product on the market. Rental options will be limited as most houses sold and are off the rental market. What has been the most rewarding part of 2020? Spending more time with the family. What questions should every new buyer be asking? How close is the beach? What are some properties you’re excited about? My sale listing on 265 Scuttle Hole Road is an amazing Hamptons farmhouse in the middle of a horse farm and surrounded by a reserve. On the rental side, my listing on 19 Diane Drive in East Hampton is beautifully designed home with a great pool area and tennis. What safety measurements are in place so buyers and sellers feel comfortable? Masks, gloves, few people allowed in the house at a time and no open houses. How can people from a distance view your properties? I do several FaceTime virtual appointments where I tour the house with prospective buyers. It has worked on several occasions this year, and buyers are getting more comfortable seeing properties virtually and making decisions. What are your plans for the holidays this season? Spend Christmas and New Year’s with close family. I’ll hopefully make it down to Palm Beach for a quick break.
DREAM DIGS This single-family rental in East Hampton is available now and features four bedrooms, three baths, and an open floor plan.
YORGOS’ HOLIDAY PICKS Polar plunge at Southampton’s Cooper’s Beach on December 12th and at Gurney’s in Montauk for New Year’s Day. New Year’s Eve dinner at Scarpetta at Gurney’s in Montauk. Tree lighting in Sag Harbor on December 14th and visiting Santa at Baron’s Cove right after. Sag Harbor Friday Night Lights Holiday Festival (every Friday through December 18th).
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What’s your professional background? I have an MBA from Columbia Business School and worked in finance and strategy for several Fortune 500 companies. I also worked in real estate and hospitality development and traveled around the world. How did you end up in the Hamptons? I used to vacation in Greece in the summer, but my wife has been coming out here since she was a child and we bought our first house in Bridgehampton about 15 years ago as a weekend home. We were living in the city at that time and moved back to Greece for a few years and when we came back to New York, we felt the Hamptons was the place we wanted to live and raise our family. What do you love about the area? It’s such a beautiful place—the sun, the light, the ocean, the bay. It’s a magical place, whether driving through Old Montauk Highway in Montauk and watching the ocean or biking through the endless farmland in Sagaponack. Every realtor brings something different to the table. What’s unique about working with you? When working with buyers, I guide them in every step of the process and bring a 360-degree perspective. A purchase out here is a major financial decision, so they need to feel confident they’re making the right move. I have a strong analytical background, so I tend to constantly analyze the local real estate market and compare with real estate markets in other regions within the U.S. or globally. I’m a very hands-on person, and I get involved with all the details, from tax and accounting considerations to legal, building, and zoning. When I represent a property for sale, I always use a fresh approach to showcase the property. I work closely with the creative team. I’m lucky that my wife, Alicia, who works with me, has 17 years experience in advertising as a creative director and leads the marketing strategy and creative for every property we represent. Why is it a great place to raise children? The schools are amazing. It’s a small community, and everyone looks after each other’s kid. It’s a much
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Au revoir, 2020! It’s like we hardly knew you at all. As we leave this crazy year behind, make like Brigitte and sail into the sunsets of Palm Beach with this divine Louis Vuitton ombré carryall bag to see you through better days. Until next time—stay chic, darlings!
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