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Joey Wölffer, Marc Wölffer & Rachel Zoe Host an Intimate Dinner to Celebrate Wölffer Estate’s Summer in a Bottle Rosé
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'People used to make fun of Christian Wölffer for planting wine on Long Island," mentioned Joey Wölffer as she raised a glass to the brand's Summer in a Bottle wine. Now Joey and her brother Max Wölffer have turned rosé into a lifestyle. To celebrate the pink wine, the siblings hosted an intimate al fresco dinner with family friends on June 25, including fashionista Rachel Zoe, Karolina Kurkova, Athena Calderone, Aweng Chuol, Julia von Boehm, and more, on the lush vineyard estate. Guests toasted the night away as the sun set over the 175 acres of grapes. PHOTOGRAPHS BY NEIL RASMUS FOR BFA
Clockwise from top left: Aweng Chuol, Alexus Ade, Joey Wölffer, Marc Wölffer, Rachel Zoe, Karolina Kurkova, John Wattiker, Valerie Boster Macaulay, Victor Calderone, Athena Calderone, Ben Watts, Gabriela Langone, Whitney Robinson, Marc Karimzadeh
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Equinox x Hamptons Summer Opening Party with Zero Bond
On Saturday, June 25th Equinox celebrated the summer season out east with a star-studded cocktail party hosted by Equinox Executive Chairman Harvey Spevak and Scott Sartiano of Bond Hospitality at Equinox x Hamptons in Bridgehampton, NY. Notables in attendance included Something Navy’s Arielle Charnas, Sasha Benz, Jenne Lombardo, and husband Harvey Newton-Hayden, Tinamarie Clark, Don Lemon, and Star Jones, among others. Guests enjoyed a seasonally inspired signature cocktail, the Basil Gin-ger Limeade, while mingling at the club’s outdoor patio, to both celebrate the start of the season, as well as kick off the events taking place at the club and beyond in the coming month.
Clockwise from top left: Lana Jorgensen, Amber Jete, Harvey Spevak, Ebony Anderberg, Scott Sartiano, Don Lemon, Star Jones, Brad Zeifman, Harvey Newton-Hayden and guest, Michael Andrews, Dani Andrews, Scott Sartiano
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Casa Del Sol Hosts Uncommon James Pool Party
At Casa del Sol's Amagansett summer house, the scene is always set for a good time. Add in Laguna Beach star and Uncommon James founder Kristin Cavallari, and it's a party. The tequila brand, co-founded by actress Eva Longoria, brought out a mix of young creatives and tastemakers to sip tequila and curated cocktails poolside on June 25. PHOTOGRAPHS BY MADISON MCGAW FOR BFA
Clockwise from top left: Kristin Cavallari, Steph Sebbag Natalia Levsina, Olga Ferrara, Amber Wang, Amber Wang, Steph Sebbag, Erica Mendoza, Owen Cain, Ooreofe Oluwadara, Matt Wessling, Trip Wood, Kristin Cavallari, Peyton Smith, Claire Mclaughlin
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Manolo Blahnik Celebrated Its Summer Collection at East Hampton Boutique
Shoes are a girl's best friends — specifically Manolos, which was roven at the luxury footwear brand's exclusive shopping event in East Hampton on July 14. Co-hosted by supermodel and founder of Prakti Beauty, Pritika Swarup, guests, including Kelly Killoren Bensimon, Lilia Buckingham, Michael Reinert, and Trisha Gregory, to name a few, came out to snag up pieces from the oh-so-chic summer collection while sipping Whispering Angel rosé. PHOTOGRAPHS BY LANSCINE JANNEH FOR BFA
Clockwise from top left: Pritika Swarup, Trisha Gregory, Caroline Mazey, Kelly Brady, Pritika Swarup, Kelly Bensimon, Kelly Bensimon, Pritika Swarup, Emily Tozer, Isabel Lyons, Lilia Buckingham, Charlotte Block, Brooke Morelia, Kelsey McIntyre, Valerie Gallardo, Tatiana Lewis
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ON THE COVER Alexis Ren, photographed by Angelo Sgambati and styled by Santa Bevacqua. MCM shirt, $590, bucket hat, $370, us.mcmworldwide.com
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PRADA FINDS A HOME IN THE HAMPTONS
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rada is joining an impressive line-up of luxe labels heading out East this summer — and it’s bringing with it a special collection to celebrate. The new permanent store will feature selections from the women’s and men's ready-to-wear collections, plus leather goods, footwear, and accessories. To kick things off, there will also be a temporary installation featuring a seasonal line with pieces that "evoke a touch of energy and the atmosphere of summer.” (Who can resist that?) The 1,600-square-foot space is in keeping with the airy, bright layout of many Hamptons boutiques thanks to its large windows offering lots of natural light. The installation features an ivory-and-green striped carpet with walls in the same graphic print. There are also alternating stripes in contrasting colors on surfaces inside, and the brand's iconic triangle logo has been reinterpreted through as a neon sign. To get your hands on the new seasonal collection, stop by 2 Newtown Lane, East Hampton, New York 11937.
Clockwise from top left: Small Prada Symbole jacquard fabric handbag, $2,950; Prada jacquard handbag, $2,800; Prada Foam rubber sandals, $850; Prada Symbole jacquard fabric micro bag, $2,450; All available at Prada East Hampton store and prada.com.
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WEEKEND AT GURNEY’S If you want to enjoy one last weekend getaway with friends, book a stay at Gurney’s Montauk — specifically, the three-bedroom oceanfront cottage that can sleep eight and has the dreamiest seaside décor. It has beach access to walk right onto the sand, plus it overlooks The Beach Club, which features hundreds of chairs and umbrellas on the beach with DJ performances all weekend long. What better way to soak in the remaining days of summer than by watching the sunrise and sunset right from your own private oasis? gurneysresorts.com
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ear after year, summers in the Hamptons slip away too quickly. There’s so much shopping to be done at seasonal pop-up shops, and so many soirées to attend, that by midsummer one can feel like the season is already fading away. But this year, take the opportunity to switch up your usual weekend plans and schedule something truly memorable and exquisitely unique. Whether you take a mini staycation weekend or perhaps extend your getaway into the work week, the threebedroom cottage at Gurney’s Montauk will make you feel like you stepped onto the set of a Nancy Meyers film.
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Or, if you need some peace and tranquility, there’s the Shou Sugi Ban House to deliver a full wellness experience. Instead of dinner out, why not bring a feast to the beach, courtesy of Hamptons Clambake. Plus, take an excursion to see where the wine you’ve been sipping all summer long is made at the Wölffer Estate Vineyard. Finally, to make sure your itinerary goes smoothly, avoid traffic headaches by flying in on a Blade helicopter. Let this serve as your reminder and your permission to make the most of your time out East and take advantage of the best the Hamptons has to offer. Go. Indulge.
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GET ZEN AT SHOU SUGI BAN HOUSE
If you’re in need of serious R&R, Shou Sugi Ban House will deliver the full wellness experience you’re craving. The 13 guest studios are surrounded by pools, pathways with fountains, and Japanese-inspired gardens exemplifying the spa’s Japanese design principles. The space provides personalized wellness journeys with global healing practices like Watsu and cupping, as well as yoga, meditation, fitness, nutrition, advanced skin care, therapeutic massage, and bodywork, plus, a rotation of experts on the property. From July 1 to 17, there will be a Rituals for Transformation experience
for those navigating new phases in life, and a Plant Spirit Journey to discover the healing properties of plants and botanicals. From July 25 to August 8, there’s The Embodied Feminine & Sensual Lover with Juliet Lippman and the The Embodied Feminine to channel inner harmony. shousugibanhouse.com
JETSET IN STYLE WITH BLADE SIP + TOUR AT WÖLFFER ESTATE
Find out where the wine you’ve been sipping all season long comes from with an afternoon visit to the Wölffer Estate Vineyard. They’re the masterminds behind the iconic “Summer in a Bottle” rosé and offer 45-minute guided vineyard tours and tastings where guests can try four
different wines while learning about wine making in the region. (They also make red, white, cider, spirits, and non-alcoholic options, too.) Make a reservation for the tasting room afterwards to keep the festivities going. exploretock.com/ wolfferestatevineyard
You can plan the ultimate Hamptons weekend but run into roadblocks as soon as you step on the gas pedal thanks to vacation traffic. Avoid the hassle of driving and the headache of jammed highways with a super simple solution: Blade. Blade helicopters and seaplanes have scheduled flights, shared flights, and private charters from the East and West side of Manhattan into Southampton, East Hampton, Montauk, Westhampton, Sag Harbor Bay, Shelter Island, Fishers Island, and Fire Island. You’ll ride and relax in style, with predeparture lounges stocked with Casa Dragones tequila and wines by Nino Negri and Inspiration Rosé. At the end of the day, having peace of mind during a busy summer travel season is always priceless (and the in-flight views make for great Instagram content). blade.com
CLAMBAKE ON THE BEACH
Whether you want to throw a large reception or just a friendly get-together, Hampton Clambake will make your catering dreams come true — all while delivering the best to the beach. Order a traditional clambake or BBQ to get exceptional service and food set up at your home or on the sandy shores. Sample lobster from Maine, try the renowned mussel and clam appetizer, and indulge in made-to-order strawberry shortcake. If you want to make it even more special? Hampton Clambake will provide linens, tables, chairs, pillows, tiki torches, and even a s’mores setup to make for a memorable bonfire. hamptonclambake.com
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Decked OUT
HEALTH AND WELLNESS DESTINATION THE WELL MAKES A SUMMER HOME AT THE ULTRA-EXCLUSIVE DUNE DECK BEACH CLUB IN WESTHAMPTON.
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ummer is all about relaxing and recharging, and stressedout city dwellers will get the ultimate experience at the Dune Deck Beach Club this season, which has partnered with The Well, NYC’s premier health and wellness destination. Located on 5.7 acres of beachfront land in Westhampton — just an 80-minute drive from Manhattan and 10 minutes from Francis S. Gabreski Airport – the Dune Deck Beach Club offers an unmatched setting for enjoying the old-world charm of the Hamptons along with some world-class pampering. The Dune Deck Beach Club was redeveloped by serial entrepreneur Mike Meldman, CEO of Discovery Land Project and co-founder of Casamigos Tequila (along George Clooney and Rande Gerber). Meldman’s goal with the Dune Deck Beach Club — where memberships reportedly cost $350,000 — was to create a private members-only beach club with top amenities and high-end oceanfront lodging options (there are 33 furnished suites available, decorated in tasteful, muted tones that complement the beachy vibe). “I believe the mark of a successful club is a sense of community, and that’s very apparent at the Dune Deck,” says Meldman. “If other members turn into friends which turn into family, that’s a huge success. I know that that sense is something we have at all of our clubs. Even staff members tend to become close friends and chosen family for our members.” The seasonal offerings from The Well include Swedish Massage, Lymph Drainage, Deep Tissue Massage, Cupping and Salt Stone Bath, IV Vitamin drips, and Collagen Boost
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along with a menu of Dr. Barbara Sturm signature facials. Members can also take movement and fitness classes including barre and Pilates, yoga, HIIT, and beach boot camp along with personal coaching and nutrition guidance. Guests can also explore a rotating lineup of “Visiting Masters” in both Eastern and Western healing practices and a retail store features an assortment of “clean” products. The Club’s “Outdoor Pursuits” program features a variety of toys and games along with guided surfing, kayaking, kiteboarding, wakeboarding, paddle-boarding, skimboarding, boogie boarding, sailing, tubing, jet skiing, and fishing, as well as hiking, electric beach biking, water bikes, and wine tasting; for Summer 2022, a brand-new Sports Court has been added, with three pickleball courts and a basketball net. There is certainly no shortage of activities to keep busy and promote an active lifestyle.
If lounging is more your thing, there is a spacious pool deck lined with luxurious cabanas. The beach features comfortable chairs and striped umbrellas for a day in the sand. There is also a selection of fine dining options from top chefs, and a staff that is available to cater to the needs of discerning members. No detail is overlooked. What the Dune Deck offers affluent members is a sense of playfulness and wellbeing, and Meldman — whose Discovery Land Company boasts a portfolio of 27 domestic and international properties around the world, including Baker’s Bay Golf & Ocean Club in the Bahamas, Yellowstone Club in Big Sky, Montana, Silo Ridge Field Club in upstate New York, and El Dorado Golf & Beach Club in Los Cabos— has certainly delivered. “People are craving this type of lifestyle,” he says. “Simplicity and security. People truly feel safe, it’s like a haven.” dunedeckclub.com
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Isaac Boots x Terez SWEAT IN STYLE
A new collab from Terez x Torch’d launches just in time for those summer ’22 workout sessions.
With summer in full swing, it’s time to upgrade last season’s workout gear. Enter Torch’d workout creator Isaac Boots and Terez loungewear founder Zara Tisch, who are back with another brand capsule: the Torch’d Zodiac Collection. This new line is designed as the perfect complement to Boots’s intense, fat-burning workout. pieces from the Terez Zodiac collection are made to order and include Booty Shorts, Leggings and a Y-Back Bralette in inclusive sizing, from XXS to 3X. The capsule “is all about the beauty and fun of astrology,” Tisch said in a release. “The zodiac collection connects us together while celebrating our differences.” Check out Boots and his Torch’d workouts — described as a “vigorous flow of body resistance, dance conditioning and intense targeted repetition to fire up and transform your body” – at exclusive Hamptons pop-ups this summer, including the Southampton Arts Center and Gurney’s Montauk Resort and Seawater Spa (wearing a new Torch’d x Terez set, natch). Terez.com BY CASEY BRENNAN
VISIT THE BIG APPLE
THROUGH SUSAN KAUFMAN’S LENS
Get your copy of Walk With Me: New York signed by the photographer at BookHampton this July. Set your sights on the city that never sleeps through the intimate lens of photographer Susan Kaufman. Celebrating her hit new book, Kaufman is making the most of her successful second act. After leaving her role as the founding editor-inchief of People Style Watch, Kaufman’s hobby of taking snapshots around New York City quickly transformed into a widely beloved Instagram account and now, a rapidlyselling photography to me. “I was inspired to do this book after hearing from so many of my Instagram followers that they wished they could walk with me and see NYC through my eyes,” Kaufman tells GRAZIA Gazette: Hamptons Edition. “Without their support and enthusiasm this book never would have happened.” Signing copies of her new book Walk With Me: New York at East Hampton’s BookHampton on Friday, July 29th, Kaufman laments, “The response has been phenomenal—beyond anything I could have imagined!” BY HANNAH MILITANO
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to East Hampton VALENTINO PLANTS PERMANENT ROOTS ON MAIN STREET AFTER A SUCCESSFUL SEASON LAST YEAR.
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ho's ready for a Valentino girl summer? After testing the waters with a pop-up last summer at The Maidstone in East Hampton, the luxury Italian label is heading back East – and this time, planting permanent roots at a new two-story boutique on Main Street in East Hampton. Designed to transport the Hamptons set into the world of Creative Director Pierpaolo Piccioli, the store – adorned with mid-century rattan furniture, antique Tuareg rugs, and bamboo shades that beautifully fill the 2,990-square-foot space – has a beachy flair balanced with a healthy helping of la dolce vita. In true Piccioli style, the open concept and relaxed environment filled with greenery makes you feel at home — that is, if your home were filled with racks of stunning garments. Those who stop by will be able to browse new summer
arrivals alongside coveted capsules, including Valentino Escape 2022, inspired by prints from Round Rain (1966), Valentino Waves multicolor (1970), and the Giraffa re-edition (1966) collections. In the heart of the village and fewer than two miles from the ocean, the location is oh-soperfect for a quick drop-in to grab last-minute fashion necessities, including kaftans, swimwear, flowy dresses, and kimonos for the ladies, as well as Bermuda shorts, shirts, sweatshirts, and T-shirts in light fabrics for the fellas. If last year’s busy pop-up is any indication, expect a crowd daily – likely including some of Mr. Piccioli's A-list pals who call the Hamptons home during the summer season. Valentino Escape, 53 Main St, East Hampton, New York. BY TY GASKINS
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Ride In Style
Rent your very own colorful Moke cruiser at hot spots around the Hamptons.
Take a ride in style out East this summer with Moke, classic Caribbean cruiser company. Environmentally friendly and carbon-free, the electric Moke is available to rent at Montauk hot spots including Gurney’s Montauk Resort, Blue Mar, and Solé East Resort. Kicking sustainability into high gear, these bright colored cruisers require no gasoline and run on electric power, with a top speed of 25
MPH; street legal in all zones 35 MPH or less, Moke makes your ride through the Hamptons a breeze. Renting a Moke is as easy as the click of a button: Just download the WeMoke app to reserve one by the hour, week, or month. Moke cars are available out East through Labor Day Weekend. wemoke.com BY ANNA MCFILLIN
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GUIDE:
ANASTASIA GANIAS-GELLIN
A first-generation Greek American and founder of Fancy Peasant Olive Oil, Anastasia Ganias-Gellin, is no stranger to good taste. As a mom of three, Ganias-Gellin is passionate about the Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil — nicknamed “Liquid Gold” thanks to a fruity, buttery and smooth flavor—and creating recipes inspired by the traditional mountain cuisine from her family’s Epirus region of Greece, which she shares on the @Fancy_ Peasant Instagram. When she isn’t whipping up Mediterranean meals in the Hamptons, Ganias-Gellin, enjoys date nights, farm stand visits and making memories at the beach. “I always fantasized about living in the Hamptons full time, and now that we do, I know what I was missing,” says Ganias-Gellin. “I love the alternating rhythms of work and leisure, which are so conducive to my creative thoughts, happiness, and achievements. There is something about being in nature among the stunning beauty and the sea that makes the community very special and my family very happy.” www.fancypeasant.com
Shopping destination?
Tenet in Southampton for great basics, MONC XIII in Sag Harbor, or Green Thumbs for Fancy Peasant Olive Oil and all the freshest veggies.
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Favorite restaurant?
My house eating Greek food on balmy summer evenings. Otherwise, Sant Ambroeus, Duryea’s, Estia’s for the meanest breakfast, The Palm, or cruising to Greenport for 1943 Pizza.
Artist Blair Borthwick’s solo exhibition opens at Matriark.
If you’re looking for a one-stop shop in the Hamptons, look no further than Patricia Assui Reed’s Sag Harbor concept store, Matriark. It’s expertly curated with products made by women and LGBTQIA+-owned brands and features clothing, jewelry, accessories, beauty, wellness and home, in a space filled with beautiful artwork. The latest eye-catching pieces in the store are by Shelter Island-based artist, Blair Borthwick whose summer exhibition, “The Way You Embrace The Stars and The Moon,” is on display at Matriark through August 1. “Art has been part of Matriark since the beginning, and I am constantly trying to find ways to include it in our store and in everything we do,” Assui Reed tells GRAZIA Gazette: Hamptons. “When I saw Blair’s pieces,
Date night?
Sitting by the fire at East Hampton Grille in the winter all cozy with my husband or dinner at Sunset Beach in the summer when the sun is blazing.
I immediately knew it would be perfect for Matriark. Her use of color, her intention, her process and message are beautiful.” Swing by the store for upcoming trunk shows by Pisani et al, GRAMMAR, KZK Studio and more, and if some of the wall art catches your eye, know that all of Borthwick’s abstract expressionism pieces are available for purchase at the shop and online. 133 Main Street #3302, Sag Harbor, NY 11963, matriark.com. BY COLLEEN KRATOFIL
Root RESCUE
Haircare favorite Olaplex has a brand-new deepcleansing shampoo to keep strands strong and healthy. Summer is all about carefree hair — and beloved haircare brand Olaplex is back with another must-have product. Olaplex already has a cult-like following and now, the No. 4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo is available for the deep clean your hair really needs. Formulated to remove damaging metals and free radicals, Olaplex No. 4C Clarifying Shampoo contains a patented bond-building technology that repairs and strengthens hair while removing impurities and without stripping color. Celebrity stylist Chad Kenyon recommends it as a weekly treatment, telling GRAZIA Gazette:Hamptons, “The result is purified hair that looks and feels healthier and receives reparative treatments more effectively for an optimized hair repair routine that repairs, strengthens and protects.” olaplex.com
Where to work out?
Tracy Anderson in Watermill and private yoga lessons with Olga Karloutsos.
Best beach?
The Cut at Flying Point. My children learned how to walk on that beach and have grown up there. These memories are forever engrained in my heart.
Farmstand fave?
That’s hard because we sell Fancy Peasant Oil at all my favorite farm stands: Babinskis, Provisions, Balsam Farms are just a few.
IG inspiration?
Is it bad to say Instagram is the last thing that inspires me? I’m inspired by the seasons, the beach, my children, music, the theater, all the arts — and good people!
Hidden gem?
Little Creek Oysters and Four Oaks Café and Juice Bar.
BY CASEY BRENNAN
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FROM WITHIN Dr. Barbara Sturm Glow Drops, $50, drsturm.com
Christopher Esber shirt, $640, net-a-porter.com; Khaite bra, $480, modaoperandi.com; Adidas shorts, $22, adidas.com; The M Jewelers necklace, $150, themjewelersny.com; Jacquie Aiche necklace, $4,500, modaoperandi.com; Gianvito Rossi sandals, $695, fwrd.com
Prada swimsuit top, $695, shorts, $1,120, jacket, $2,600, prada.com; Adidas sneakers, $100, adidas. com; By Far bag, $373, farfetch.com; Poppy Lissiman sunglasses, $95, us.poppylissiman.com Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops, $34, sephora.com
Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi AntiPollution Sunshine Drops, $36, drunkelephant.com
Balenciaga skirt, $695, socks, $125, sneakers, $1,150, bag, $2,500, sunglasses, $630, Balenciaga.com; Dion Lee top, $225, farfetch.com
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Serum Crystal Elixir, $80, charlottetilbury.com
Adidas x Gucci cardigan, $2,700, skirt, $2,600, socks, $235, sneakers, $850, headband, $490, Gucci.com
Summer Fridays Heavenly Sixteen AllIn-One Face Oil, $55, summerfridays.com
Casablanca shirt, $971, skirt, $1,062, hat, $195, Luisaviaroma.com; Socksss socks, $35, fwrd. com; Reebok sneakers, $85, reebok.com; Chanel bag, $5,800, Chanel.com
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Louisa Ballou rash guard & briefs, $365, matchesfashion.com; Dannijo anklet, $95, dannijo.com; Birkenstock sandals, $200, fwrd.com; Moncler x Gentle Monster sunglasses, $455, gentlemonster.com; Raf Simons bag, $465, fwrd.com; Stüssy Sport beach towel, $50, stussy.com
SPRITZ SEASON Shake up your summer drink with this Aperol Spritzinspired recipe
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A PIECE OF THE PAST BALMAIN’S 1945 SOFT BAG PAYS HOMAGE TO THE BRAND’S HERITAGE
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Balmain 1945 Soft Bag, $2,550, Balmain.com
reative Director Olivier Rousteing designed the Balmain 1945 Soft Bag with functionality in mind. Rousteing created a bold, yet practical bag meant to be worn every day. The 1945 Soft Bag is an homage to the brand’s founder, Pierre Balmain who started the fashion house in 1945. The bag was inspired by a vintage Balmain bag adorned with luxurious hardware inspired by the famous plaque in front of the François 1er Balmain flagship in Paris. Where fashion meets function, the 1945 Soft Bag features a chain strap that can be worn as a shoulder bag or cross body. It is available in synthetic leather, monogram velvet, monogram shearling, and pearl embroideries, and in small and medium sizes. With options in candy coated colors such as neon yellow, green, and pink this bag is the perfect pop for any summertime look.
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Prada basketball, $895, prada.com
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TAKING ON A CHALLENGING ROLE IN A BRAND NEW GENRE, THE ACTRESS IS TAKING HOLLYWOOD BY STORM. BY JACLYN ROTH
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s soon as Siena Agudong jumps on our Zoom call, she’s upbeat, cheery, a ray of sunshine, which is why her recent role in Resident Evil was such a change of pace for her. The actress was put to the test, as the eight-episode drama series inspired by the hugely popular horror franchise featured multiple timelines and creepy creatures — all a far cry from any of her previous projects. Despite the challenges she faced, Agudong was excited to tackle the role of Billie Wesker, a 14-year-old who moves to New Raccoon City with her sister Jade. The Netflix live-action series also features four other young actresses . “It was super-cool; we had a wide range of actors from all over the world. It was so much fun getting to know each other,” the 17-year-old tells GRAZIA Gazette: Hamptons. “I didn’t know anything about the franchise at the time, but I did my research and I knew it was huge, but I was so nervous,” she says of trying out for the role. “I auditioned in February 2020, but I didn’t hear back until October. By November, they officially booked me.” The Hawaii native originally auditioned for Jade but was thankful that Billie landed in her lap, as she believes she relates to her more. “Jade is sharp and quickwitted; she is not trying to keep the peace, she is trying to entertain herself by doing the exact opposite all of the time, whereas Billie is constantly trying to keep the peace. She is very anxiety-ridden, constantly suppressing her emotions because she doesn’t want to be the trouble child,” Agudong explains. Despite nabbing the role, the rising star was “very nervous for my mental health” when prepping to play the character. “Billie goes through a lot and every day is intense and emotional, but that is something as an actor that I have always wanted to learn and that is also what drew me to this project,” she notes. “All I want to do as an actor is grow. I would not be satisfied if I didn’t learn how to do it right. It excited me that I was able to put my heart and soul into each scene and not feel like it was taking something out of me.” When not on set, Agudong spent time working out and allowing herself to be in touch with her emotions in order to decompress. “I would go to the beach or go in the water, and I became very self-aware, which I think helped me,” she shares. “I know I still have so much more to learn, but what I was able to gain from my time on Resident Evil excites me because it feels like, OK, there is movement, I am learning about myself.” Agudong has now watched all of the episodes, though she admits having to close her eyes due to the content more than once. She’s still amazed that audiences will soon get to see her hard work on the small screen. “I feel so grateful. I can’t believe that I even got the audition in the first place, because this is something that I have always dreamed of playing,” she says. Since performing in plays at the age of six, the brunette beauty always knew acting was in the cards. Fortunately, her parents were supportive and took her to Los Angeles, where she later met with her now manager and agents. The rest, as they say, is history. “I love feeling something, and I love playing characters. I love putting myself in these situations that I might not experience in my personal life and feeling what that feels like. I have always been into storytelling,” she explains. Though she starred in Alex & Me on video and Star Falls for Nickelodeon, her first big break came in 2019 when No Good Nick debuted on Netflix. Agudong starred alongside seasoned actors such as Melissa Joan Hart and Sean Astin, but “everyone made it feel like I belonged there, which I think as a 14-year-old actor who had never had a show on Netflix, was everything I needed,” she gushes. “It was unconditional love on that set, and they let me grow and play around with the character and everyone was so excited to be there.” Agudong got great advice from both Joan Hart and Astin, as they knew all too well what it was like to grow up in Hollywood. Now, she gets to be a role model for others — something she is still getting used to. “It is a lot of pressure, but I remind myself the only job I have is to be real, and I think that is enough,” she declares, adding that when she goes home to Hawaii, people constantly ask her advice on how to get into the industry. “That in itself is huge for me because I want people to know how to follow their dreams,” she adds. “I am still learning, and I hope I can inspire the community back home. I feel very blessed because I get to represent my community that I feel so proud to be a part of.” In addition to getting involved with Coral Gardeners, an organization focused on preserving our oceans, her main focus is attending NYU in the fall. “I am going in undeclared, but I am planning to major in business and minor in screenwriting. I still want to continue my acting career. I don’t want to lose that, but I am hoping I can make both work,” she says. “I am hoping not to graduate in 10 years!” Now that she has different genres under her belt, she’s eager to expand her horizons even further — and her dream role would be to star alongside Tom Hanks. “He’s brilliant, so that would be a huge blessing,” she says. “I have a few projects in the works, but my main goal is to grow as an actor, and I feel like in order to do that, I want to experience it all.”
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ALEXIS REN ENTERS THE NEXT PHASE OF HER CAREER WITH A WHOLE NEW PERSPECTIVE ON SOCIAL MEDIA.
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ou may know Alexis Ren as a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Rookie, or from her fourth-place stint on Dancing with the Stars. You may even be one of her 16.5 million followers on Instagram. What you may not know about the social media star is that she’s so much more. Ren is transitioning her career from model to budding actress and officially retiring the title of “influencer” – and she couldn’t be more inspired. Despite making it her “mission to do anything but acting” early on in her career, the 25-year-old (who got her start in modeling) says she caught the acting bug about three years ago when it “felt more aligned” with who she was. Still, she’s fully aware of the skepticism and shade often thrown at those who attempt the tricky influencerto-actress transition. “That was something that I was scared of for a while, ‘Am I worthy of having a real career? Do I deserve something like that?’” Ren tells GRAZIA Gazette: Hamptons. “I know that triggers people sometimes — when people with followings step into a field and then immediately get more opportunities than people who have been there for 10 years. I wanted to be very careful with how I position myself in acting.” Ren got to work, and between 2017 and 2020 she studied, worked
with different teachers, and took acting classes to hone her craft. “I wanted to know if this was something I truly wanted to do,” she explains, “versus Well this just seems like the most obviously next step so let’s just go there.” Her dedication was worth it. Ren landed two roles: one in the upcoming film, The Enforcer, with Antonio Banderas and Kate Bosworth, and she just wrapped filming the series Second Chance alongside Annalynne McCord. For Ren, filming both projects was a cathartic experience. “I realized, I actually love acting because I get to release such deep parts of myself, and I feel so good after, and I feel so light. It’s like therapy,” she shares. In acting, Ren has found a way to express a new and more vulnerable side of herself with fans without sharing the day-to-day details of her own life. “I think that’s also why acting makes sense to me, because growing up in this social media age, it felt exhausting having to continually film my life story and continue to get people to be interested in me. It felt very unnatural and tiring and draining. I’m definitely at the point in my life where I don’t want to show everything on social media. I don’t want to share who I’m dating. I want to have my own life. My relationship with it is a lot healthier.”
I’M DEFINITELY AT THE POINT IN MY LIFE WHERE I DON’T WANT TO SHOW EVERYTHING ON SOCIAL MEDIA. MY RELATIONSHIP WITH IT IS A LOT HEALTHIER.”
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A BITTER BATTLE OVER THE FATE OF THE EAST HAMPTON AIRPORT IS CREATING HAVOC IN THE SOUTH FORK.
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The list of those known to use the East Hampton Airport he Town of East Hampton is caught in an all-out legal fray is a who’s who spanning multiple industries, from entertainers over roughly 600 acres nestled between some Beyonce and Jay-Z and former Google chair Eric Schmidt of the priciest property in the country, to New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and pitting the rich against the even richer, New York Mets owner and hedge fund manager and multimillionaires against their Steve Cohen. Boldface names or not, billionaire neighbors. detractors say the issues these elites’ At the crux of the dispute: the aircraft cause take the spotlight East Hampton Airport and the off what the Hamptons once estimated 30,000-plus flights it was and should still be: a serene handles annually. On one side, welloceanside retreat. From July heeled residents living along the flight through the end of September paths of private jets, helicopters, and 2019, a study showed 47,000 turbo prop planes are tired of screaming complaints were lodged in poolside about rattling windows, connection to aircraft using the rumbling engines and the seemingly East Hampton Airport, with most of unending disruptions the aircrafts cause. them from 533 households. (One report The complaints often fall on the deaf ears claimed 44 percent of the complaints came from of their main adversaries, the highest of a 10 households, and a single home was responsible for high-flying jet-set supported by those locals Jay-Z and Beyoncé, 1,811 of them). That total is up from 19,000 complaints who welcome the millions of dollars flowing Eric Schmidt and made during the same period four years earlier, when from open wallets into the area economy. Robert Kraft noisier helicopter service wasn’t quite as prevalent. Barry Raebeck, a head of Say No to KHTO, a group that has advocated for closing East Hampton Airport Jay Schneiderman, the supervisor of the Town of (known by the navigation code KHTO), summed up the Southampton, which partially lies in flight paths, fight last year: “This is not the haves versus the have nots,” acknowledged to The New York Times that “both sides are he told The New York Post. “It’s the have everythings versus right in some respects.” the have-a-lots.” “Yes, the airport has been here a long time, but it has
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changed, aircraft have changed, flight patterns have changed,” he said. “It’s not really the same airport that it was.” The bitter tug of war between the wealthiest visitors and residents who descend on the area from the skies and the coterie of frustrated, fed-up homeowners on the ground has been years in the making, and East Hampton Town appears to have known the situation would continue to deteriorate as time marched on. In a longsighted bid to gain control of the airport, East Hampton Town opted to decline federal grant money two decades ago. As a result, a contract the town had with the Federal Aviation Administration that assured the airport would remain open finally expired in September 2021. Local officials acted fast and attempted to enact a plan to deactivate the public airport at 11:59 p.m. on May 17, reopening 33 hours later as the East Hampton Town Airport, a publicly-owned private prior-permission-required facility, complete with the new identifier, JPX. The change was to allow the town to limit flights to a single takeoff and landing per aircraft per day, while also shortening operating hours and regulating aircraft based on size and noise level. The day before the closing, however, a New York State Supreme Court Justice issued a temporary restraining order on the Town of East Hampton. Three parallel lawsuits filed on behalf of plaintiffs Blade Air Mobility, East End Hangars, the Coalition to Keep East Hampton Airport Open, and some residents in nearby communities succeeded in scuttling the plan in time for the busy summer months.
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Attorneys for the plaintiffs had told the judge that East Hampton Town was illegally going ahead with the closure and reopening before completing a required environmental review of the impact the new restrictions would have on the area. The Town of East Hampton’s outside counsel for the airport, William O’Connor, insisted the community’s board “rolled up its sleeves and studied the problem.” “They are trying to find a compromise,” O’Connor said. “And in any good compromise, there will be people [who are] very unhappy." The plaintiffs’ lawyers dismissed counterarguments as “gibberish,” “brazen,” and “scheming.” For now, at least, the so-called “have everythings” continue to fly in and out of East Hampton Airport. But while that battle is won, the war is far from over, and the town has reserved the right to go beyond past attempts to make it a private facility that would restrict flights. If issues continue to grow, “this airport will close,” O’Connor warned in court. “There is nothing under the law, federal or state, that requires us to maintain this airport or keep it open.” At the end of June, the Town of East Hampton announced another step backward in its fight against disruptive aircraft, though: Extensive negotiations to purchase Montauk Airport that began in 2019 fell through, and the facility went to a private buyer.
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o say Kelly Killoren Bensimon has lived many lives would be an understatement. A former model, fashion editor, top-selling author, and reality television personality, the mother of two is now thriving as an award-winning real estate broker. And she’s just getting started. “I started modeling when I was 15,” Bensimon tells GRAZIA Gazette: Hamptons. Back then, modeling contests were the way to find talent. I entered Elite Model Management’s “Look of the Year” and I was runner up to Cindy Crawford.” She became the face of Ann Taylor at the age of 16, and her career took off from there. Being chosen as the face of French cosmetics company Clarins, shooting for some of the most prestigious fashion magazines in the world, and working with legendary photographers like Patrick Demarchelier has been a whirlwind. Bensimon says, “There have been a few pivotal moments for me. ... Modeling exposed me to the most talented designers and the most beautiful interiors in the world.” After moving from her native Illinois to study at Trinity College, Bensimon later transferred to Columbia University. Then, the multi-hyphenate powerhouse attended Northeastern University for her MBA and was accepted to the ultra-competitive NYU STERN for her Executive MBA in real estate and fashion. She wrote a recurring column for Hamptons Magazine and segued to her first coffee table book. “Writing anthologies like In the Spirit of the Hamptons for Assouline was a natural progression for me. I’ve always loved the Hamptons and I wanted to celebrate those who have made the area the most exclusive vacation destination in the world,” she explains. Bensimon ended up writing American Style for the publisher in 2004, and The Bikini Book in 2006. In the Spirit of the Hamptons was such a success, Assouline launched a second edition in 2013 that remains one of the publisher’s top sellers to this day. “I've been journaling all my life,” Bensimon reveals. “It was a way for me to process what I was learning and a way to catalog my feelings and memories.” She also stretched her writing muscle as a fashion and accessories editor for glossies such as Elle Accessories, released a nutrition book (I Can Make You Hot! The Supermodel Diet), and even dipped her pen into fiction. Novels such as A Dangerous Age from Simon and Schuster “were a sneak peek into the incredible world of the art world and publishing world,” she says. For her next book, Bensimon plans on pulling back the curtain on the real estate market. “It’s an incredible business with spirited characters,” she hints. Through it all, Bensimon sees “lifestyle” as the continuous
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thread throughout her career. “I sell lifestyle,” she says. “I celebrate brands with partnerships like One Ocean Beauty, Veronique Gabai, Splits59, to name a few.” She’s designed her own outerwear line, Enville with Pologeorgis, for five seasons now, and has sold seven different jewelry lines at luxury department stores such as Bergdorf Goodman, Bloomingdales, the now-defunct Barneys New York, and HSN. Then, of course, there’s RHONY. In 2009, Bensimon joined the cast of Bravo’s The Real Housewives of New York City. A series favorite for three seasons, Bensimon still keeps in touch with some of her castmates. “I see a lot of Luann in the Hamptons, and Jill in Florida,” she says. Still, despite her history as a Renaissance woman, Bensimon’s latest evolution was probably her most surprising yet. As her mother declined in health years ago, Bensimon says, “she asked me to help sell our family home. It was a bittersweet moment for me. My mother always knew what was best for all of us and pushed us to do what we are good at. She was ahead of her time and an incredible forecaster. My parents molded me and made me who I am today. I feel very lucky to be who I am.” The rest is real estate history. Now building and leading the Kelly Killoren Bensimon Team at Douglas Elliman, Bensimon has landed some of the most exclusive listings in New York, the Hamptons, Palm Beach, Miami, Aspen, and Paris. “I represent the most incredible building in New York and the most prominent properties,” she says. “I’m so proud of my team and how diversified they are.” With trust as her most treasured virtue, she explains, “[Clients] trust my taste level and recognize how important their transaction is to me. I always get the best deals done, and I’m proud of that.” Buying and selling some of the most beautiful properties in the world, while still writing about “the best of the best in fashion, beauty, and accessories,” Bensimon says she’s “a synthesizer of information,” always making sure to curate an accessible approach to a luxurious lifestyle. She promises, “It’s been an incredible journey and I'm just getting started!”
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Memory LOVE
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Ficuro ademul consign ostrae molutus; hostem octorudem, nonessu menihi, sus, es crebem ince nos vir quam mordi, num confiri vitimulego etesit, omnihi, que
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he Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger lamented, “Hannah, honey was a peachy kind of girl,” in his poignant, wailing vocals on the track “Memory Motel,” on the 1976 record Black and Blue. “We spent a lonely night at the Memory Motel. It’s on the ocean, I guess you know it well.” It’s not your typical Rolling Stones tune. While lacking the punchy angst of their mid-’60s catalog, the ballad is embroiled in unquenchable soulful bravado with an earnest passion, recollecting a brief and whirlwind romance. Well over a decade after they conquered the nascent rock scene of the “British invasion,” the Stones embarked on yet another musical metamorphosis: discovering a safe haven in the quiet and quaint seaside town of Montauk in the Spring of 1975, at a little establishment dubbed the Memory Motel. The Stones had first uncovered the party potential of the Hamptons three years prior, when Jagger and his then-wife Bianca vacationed at pop-art catalyst Andy Warhol’s luxe Eothen estate (originally built by the heirs to the Arm & Hammer fortune in 1931). Taking their holiday alongside Princess Lee Radziwill, the Jaggers dined at the local Shagwong Tavern (frequented by the likes of Robert De Niro, Elizabeth Taylor, and Paul Simon), and Gosman’s at Montauk Harbor. Jagger later returned with his bandmates to prepare for their Tour of the Americas in the Summer of 1975. In all, they would stay for five creative weeks. It wasn’t exactly a quiet respite. The Stones unleashed a maelstrom of mayhem upon the local haunts, one that's still talked about today. Though they stayed at Warhol’s luxe estate, the group would visit the Memory Motel to indulge in heavy drinking, dancing, shooting pool, tussling, scuffling, and playing the only piano in town until sunrise. Film producer and Warhol contemporary Vincent Fremont stayed with the brand at Eothen to play gopher, to wrangle the carousing bunch during rehearsals, and to oversee the security detail as more and more fans traveled out East in the hopes of a rock star sighting. “Mick Jagger really put Montauk on the map,” said Warhol in the 1979 Bob Colacello book Exposures. “All the motels were overflowing with groupies. When Mick went into town everything stopped. Surfers chased him from White’s Drug Store to White’s Liquor Store.” With their stay came an onslaught of freewheeling socialites as well. From Warhol and Radziwill, to photographers Richard Avedon and Peter Beard, actress Candice Bergen, writer
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Truman Capote, designers Halston and Ralph Lauren, and model Lauren Hutton, the party circuit made its way to the Hamptons, ready to embark on a haute bohemian odyssey with the Stones providing the soundtrack. Written by both Jagger and guitarist Keith Richards, the song that would be “Memory Motel” actually began in the middle of recording sessions held in Munich earlier that year but took shape after the band invaded Montauk. Describing a woman with whom he had a one-night stand, Jagger remembers a girl with hazel eyes, a curved nose, slightly curved teeth, beach sprayed hair, with a “mind of her own,” who drove a green-blue pick-up truck; a woman who picked up Mick’s guitar and played him a tune, she clearly left a strong impression. Many have long believed the identity of “Hannah” to be an alias for singer-songwriter Carly Simon, based on the subject’s detailed description and Simon’s long-brewing “will they, won’t they” relationship with The Rolling Stones frontman. However, “Hannah” is more likely to be a young woman Jagger romanced amid his Montauk escape. Describing the aching loneliness of life on the road, a love lost, and a dewy Montauk spring, Jagger paints a transportive picture, emitting a vulnerability rarely seen and soul-searing vocals, co-led by Richards. Going on for over seven minutes, the song is one of the longest in the Stones’ ample body of work.
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Meanwhile, the Memory Motel lives on, too. Now helmed by Brian Kenny, founder of Montauk Ventures LLC, the historic property has grown into a successful hospitality establishment in recent years. The HBO series Girls even filmed in one of their rooms, and Kristian Nairn (who played Hodor on Game of Thrones) DJ'd there the week his character met his demise on the fan-favorite series. “We've had the full gamut of stars stopping by,” Kenny told GRAZIA Gazette: Hamptons. “Leonardo Dicaprio rocks the Memory Motel T-shirt daily.” In addition, Kenny says his spot's been frequented by Busta Rhymes, NBA star Blake Griffin, Chad Smith from Red Hot Chili Peppers, former POTUS Bill Clinton, actress Rebecca Romijn, and countless models from the city, along with the thousands of people who have come to set their sights on the legendary Rolling Stones landmark. Soon, fans worldwide will be able to get a glimpse: Kenny is currently in the midst of producing a Memory Motel series, with part of the show planned as a scripted cartoon format. The Stones’s stay will of course get the full treatment. While their five-week residence has evolved into the stuff of legend and lore, the Memory Motel will forever be known as a charming artifact of rock n’ roll history, immortalized by The Rolling Stones ballad and the sense of charm, wonder, and summer love it embodies.
STAYING AT WARHOL’S LUXE ESTATE, THE GROUP WOULD VISIT THE MEMORY MOTEL TO INDULGE IN HEAVY DRINKING, DANCING, SHOOTING POOL, TUSSLING AND SCUFFLING, AND PLAYING THE ONLY PIANO IN TOWN UNTIL SUNRISE.” GRAZIA USA
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Sustainability is more than a buzz word at Paradero Todos Santos, a luxury “soft adventure” destination located in Mexico’s Baja region. The 35-suite property, which opened in February 2021 and is the brainchild of Mexican entrepreneurs Pablo Carmona and Josh Kremer, goes above and beyond to use local products and employ workers from the neighboring area, helping to earn the property a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve designation — of which there are only two in Baja. “Paradero is an experienceinclusive destination rooted in meaningful connections with nature, sustainability, community development and conservation,” Carmona and Kremer tell GRAZIA Gazette:Hamptons. “Experiences with biodynamic farmers, meditation classes alongside the sunflower fields, and morning and sunset hikes in the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains are all included in the stay. It's in part to encourage guests to get out and explore.” A haven for surfers and outdoor enthusiasts, Paradero Todos Santos describes itself as “80 percent landscape, 20 percent construction project.” Spread out over 160 acres of familyowned farms within the La Mesa farming community, Paradero — which translates loosely to “a stop on the road” — was built on the fundamental belief that “extraordinary experiences go hand-in- hand with sustainability, community development, and conservation.” With over 355 days of sunshine and direct flights from major cities including San Francisco, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Houston, Denver, and New York City, it’s always a good time to visit. By immersing guests in nature, Paradero pays homage and respect to the land it inhabits, just a short hour ride away from San Jose del Cabo airport. Employing locals ensures that generations of knowledge about this lush oasis tucked away in desert land at the foot of the Sierra de la Laguna mountain range remain intact.
“Todos Santos is a unique place in Baja where five distinct eco-systems collide: desert, mountains, beaches, a palm tree oasis, and farmland,” Carmona and Kremer explain. “There's no other place where you can find such a diverse landscape in such a small pocket.” The grounds at Paradero Todos Santos feature more than 100,000-square feet of botanical gardens, comprised of 80 endemic species including red sand verbena, Mojave yucca, and Shaw’s agave. Curated by Mexico City-based landscape architecture firm Polen — whose past clients include Google and Twitter — the spread includes more than 20,000 plants, many of which were on the land before the resort was built. Constructed using locally sourced beige concrete to blend seamlessly into the landscape, the property also features accents of Mexican tornillo wood, metal, and textiles. It was designed with a trapezoidshaped to ensure breathtaking views from every suite. From the artisan-made furniture and the rooftop yoga deck to the open-fire kitchen with a traditional Oaxacan clay oven and multi-purpose “Living Room,” there is a sense of authenticity and thoughtfulness in every corner of the resort. The 35 suites designed by interior design firm B Huber feature custom-made furnishings that have been locally sourced from Guadalajara and Oaxaca, with no detail overlooked. The 16 Garden Suites offer the ultimate in indoor/outdoor living, complete with hammocks and outdoor soaking tubs; Rooftop Suites allow guests an unforgettable view of the surrounding farmland, mountains, and ocean. The showstopping corner Master Casita occupies three floors including a kitchenette, dining area, and plunge pool — the ultimate in privacy and understated luxury. “We wanted to create a hotel that would exist in harmony with the community and natural beauty to blur the line between indoor and outdoor living,” Carmona and Kremer say. “Paradero aims to promote Mexico’s design talent, work with 'honest' materials and utilize the highest-quality craftsmanship from furniture to textiles. We spent more than a year designing with our architecture, interior design, and landscaping teams, where the same importance was given to each practice.” Just as much thought went into creating the rest of the offerings at Paradero Todos Santos as well. Chef Eduardo Rios, a Pujol alum, heads up the kitchen, which has become known
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AT PARADERO TODOS SANTOS, THE EXPERIENCE IS ALL ABOUT MAKING AUTHENTIC CONNECTIONS WITH THE MEXICAN CULTURE, NATURE, AND WELLNESS.
The suites at Paradero Todos Santos are designed with the environment around in mind, decorated with custom-made furnishings that have been locally sourced.
as a destination in itself for both travelers and locals alike. The culinary team only uses five purveyors and dishes are created using a maximum of five ingredients. “We are bringing farm-to-table to another level,” boast Carmona and Kremer. “Just steps from our restaurants are our onsite garden and we're surrounded by more than a dozen family farms. We source as much as possible from our immediate farms, seas and ranches.” The region’s Mediterranean climate is ideally suited for growing the herbs and vegetables that are used to craft dishes at the adultonly Paradero restaurant, including Grilled Chocolata clams, Bone Marrow Tamal, Green Scallop Aquachile and Huitlacoche Ceviche. At Pericúe Bar, a customized tasting menu of heirloom corn tortillas, smoked meat, and fish is complemented with cocktails made from fresh-pressed juices and homemade mixers. Wellness is a top priority at Paradero Todos Santos, with activities like surfing, yoga and mountain biking and hiking on offer. The Ojo de Agua Spa is a highlight, with everything from Sage Hot Stone and After Hike Sports Massages to a Sound Healing Experience and the From De City to the Desert facial. Those seeking something rooted in local tradition should opt for the Traditional Rituals, like the Yenekamu Ritual from the aboriginal inhabitants of Baja or the Temazcal Treatment. “Our goal is to offer life-changing wellness and healing experiences,” say Carmona and Kremer. “The authentic Temazcal treatment takes place in a 'hut' that was crafted from adobe from local soil and by a local Temazcal builder. The ceremony is led by our full-time Mexican Shaman. Once inside, hot volcanic rocks are placed in the center and water is poured over the rocks to produce steam. The treatment has been part of Mexican culture for around 1,000 years.” paraderohotels.com
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HAMPTONS 2022
Beauty OBSESSIONS: BY MAGGIE KIM
SPENDING THE SUMMER IN THE HAMPTONS DOESN'T HAVE TO MEAN GIVING UP YOUR BEAUTY ROUTINE. HERE ARE SOME OF GRAZIA'S SKIN, HAIR AND MAKEUP FAVORITES MAKING THE EAST END HOME FOR THE SEASON.
Dubbed the “Queen of Injectables,” Lauren Abramowitz, PA-C, founder of Skin Solutions Collective, has solidified her reputation after 20 years of treating in-the-know and ageless Manhattanites on Park Avenue and in Tribeca. She’s since expanded her Collective to Greenwich, Miami, and Southampton. With a nuanced aesthetic — Abramowitz’s mantra is “subtle, yet substantial” — she offers every kind of skin treatment from classic injectables to dermal fillers and the latest lasers. Sought-after body treatments like Thermage and CoolSculpting are obviously designed for beach season. Abramowitz’s vibe is warm, empowering, and individually tailored to each patient. There’s a reason why she treats multiple generations of families who trust her to give them amazing skin.
W ill 2022 officially be Hot Hamptons Summer? Since more and more people have made the Long Island weekend destination their 24/7 living sitch — thank you, WFH — their stylists, facialists and Soul Cycle instructors have followed. Lifestyle mogul and Sag Harbor mainstay, Gretta Monahan, explains, “So many people came out to the Hamptons during the pandemic and decided to stay. You can’t beat the quality of life out here. While before it may have been difficult to get a city-level salon experience, there’s no shortage of amazing beauty and wellness experts and outposts now.” Whether it’s celebrity makeup artist Quinn Murphy — who serves major redcarpet glam for bicoastal A-listers — or Chanel’s first Brow Artist, Jimena Garcia for the snatched brows of your dreams — your beauty and wellness regime can get seriously elevated this summer even if you’re not in the city. The best part ever? No more scrambling for a last-minute blowout or mani-pedi appointment before hopping on the Friday night Jitney.
SKIN GURU Lauren Abramowitz
Southampton By appointment only. Call or text: 631-302-7927
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Valery Joseph Salon 2454 Main Street Bridgehampton 631-537-8967
From the Upper East Side to Miami to Bridgehampton, the Valery Joseph Salon is a socialite and celebrity mecca. Joseph’s precise, sculptural cuts echo his background in architecture, and his obsession with healthy
With everyone in the beauty monde raving about Jimena Garcia — she’s a brow “wizard,” “goddess,” “guru,” and “virtuoso” depending on who you ask — it’s no wonder the house that Coco and Karl built (oui, Chanel) designated her as their first official Brow Artist. Garcia initially had a career in Art History at The Metropolitan Museum and Parsons School of Design. That fine art background led to the study of people’s faces, and now Garcia uses her keen eye to create a natural and individual aesthetic for each client. An appointment starts with a discussion of your brow goals, followed by a variety of techniques that can include tweezing, waxing, sugaring, and brow massage — all using Chanel products, of course. Garcia will be available for private appointments.
Jimena Garcia
Private appointment: jimena@jimenabrows.com
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hair draws wide-ranging celebrities such as Helen Mirren, Ivanka Trump, and Maksim Chmerkovskiy. (Fun fact: Lady Gaga went from black to blonde with one of his colorists.) The Bridgehampton outpost is a full-service
salon that offers cuts, colors, and blowouts as well as makeup, manicures, and waxing. All treatments can be done outside and stylists will make house- and boat-calls – because it’s the Hamptons, after all.
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NAIL ARTIST
There’s no shortage of Hamptons nail salons for a basic mani-pedi, but IG grid-worthy nails? Not so much. Luckily, celebrity nail artist Mo Qin is taking private appointments this summer in the Hamptons. (Her NYC salon, Oh My Nails, is open seven days a week.) Qin’s A-list clientele includes Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Ashley Graham, Selena Gomez, and several stars of this year’s Met Gala: Lily Allen, Emily Ratajkowski, and Eileen Gu. She’s even done Pete Davidson’s nails! Qin’s designs run from wicked gothic to intricate glamour to colorful whimsy, but if it’s a classic French you’re after— like Bey on vacay — Qin can execute perfectly. Get inspo from her own IG feed (@ ohmynailsnyc).
Mo Qin
By appointment only. Email: alexia@thewallgroup.com
FACIALIST
Thanks to her age-defying skincare treatments and eponymous line of products, esthetician Joanna Czech has developed a cult-like following of clients including Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Aniston, Bella Hadid and Cate Blanchett. For summer 2022, Czech is setting up shop in Southampton, where clients can continue their skincare regimes while enjoying the summer on eastern Long Island’s sandy shores. Die-hard fans swear by the Toner and the Balm, formulated with ceramides and hyaluronic acid along with Reetha fruit and sea algae complex. (@joannaczechofficial)
MAKEUP ARTIST
Joanna Czech
By appointment only: newyork@joannaczech.com 212-464-7303
Take one scroll through Quinn Murphy’s Instagram (@quinnmurphy) and you’ll see why celebs like Kristen Stewart, Kate Hudson, and Sofia Vergara trust their faces to his deft hand. Murphy gives glam that somehow still manages to look natural: you, but like you’ve been edited head-to-toe with the best filter ever. Despite his A-list clientele, Murphy is down-to-earth and devoted to making anyone in his chair look and feel beautiful. He wants makeup and beauty to be accessible and understandable to just about everyone. Take a listen to his podcast, “In My Chair,” where he chats with fashion and beauty legends, so you have plenty to discuss during your appointment. Murphy will travel to make you gorgeous, wherever you are this summer.
Quinn Murphy
By appointment only. Email: quinn@thewallgroup.com
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What’s In My Bag? NICOLE BERRIE
PHOTOGRAPHER DON PENNY STYLIST TY GASKINS
Nicole Berrie didn’t spend her summers out East. “My family traveled abroad,” says the Body Harmony author and Bonberi co-founder. “But over the pandemic, we spent more time out East and I fell in love with Amagansett.” This summer, Berrie’s plant-based market Bonberi Mart is popping up at Equinox Bridgehampton — and she’s enjoying the beach life. “I’m so excited to create more memories with our two children: Jude, 6, and Sea, 4,” says Berrie, “whether it’s wakeboarding at Atlantic Beach or scouring the organic produce at Amber Waves, which is my literal happy place.” GRAZIA USA
• LOEWE Mini Square Basket bag in raffia and calfskin, $890, loewe.com • GUCCI Interlocking G cut-out slide sandal, $660, Gucci.com • Versace Barocco Goddess Foulard, $495, versace.com • Saie Glowy Super Gel, $28, saiehello.com
• N°1 De Chanel Revitalizing Serum-in-mist, $95,chanel.com • N°1 De Chanel Revitalizing Eye Cream, $75, chanel.com • Ten Over Ten The Sole Mate, $36, tenoverten.com • Saie Glowy Super Gel, $28, saiehello.com
• N°1 De Chanel Revitalizing Serum-in-mist, $95,chanel.com • N°1 De Chanel Revitalizing Eye Cream, $75, chanel.com • Ten Over Ten The Sole Mate, $36, tenoverten.com • Body Harmony Book, $25.26, amazon.com
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