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THE LUXE LIFE

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BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY On March 20, Larrimor’s and Pittsburgh Opera celebrated their 75th anniversaries — Parisian style! Over 300 guests unleashed their inner French, alongside can-can dancers reminiscent of the Moulin Rouge and Pittsburgh Opera Resident Artists performing excerpts from La Bohème. While AIP students accented the party with distinct nouveau Parisian style, French-inspired cocktails, appetizers and crepes added to the evening’s deliciousness! Chapeau to the Pittsburgh Opera and sponsor BPU Management Investment’s Nadav Baum for a tres chic evening of fun!

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LISA Knit dressing is one of my favorite looks for fall.

It’s something a lot of people can relate to because it works for so many different lifestyles.

It’s all about finding the right proportions, and the first step is making sure each piece fits well: nothing too loose or bulky. Generally the base layer should be lighter weight than the top garments. Stick to the same color family but mix it up with varying textures, keeping chunkier knits to the outer layer in the form of a cardigan or scarf.

Speaking of color: come into Larrimor’s to check out the new sweaters from all of our favorites. Even DVF has great sweater options this fall! Look for whimsical jacquards from 360 Sweater and Autumn Cashmere. You will see great knit dressing from Eileen Fisher, as well as lightweight and colorful sweater jackets from Aldo Martins and Damask. We are also thrilled to introduce you to two great new lines: Lisa Todd and Quinn. Lisa Todd is a great collection of cotton-based novelties with equally fun colors and attitude. Quinn offers a fresh take on cashmere, and is a great complement to tops by Vince and J Brand denim.

Q:

I want to invest in an updated outerwear piece. What should I look for?

While the oversized coat will be huge this season (pun intended), I love a silhouette that comes slightly away from the body, yet doesn’t overwhelm. Try this shape in camel, black or charcoal, or if you’re feeling more adventurous, forest green or a spice-inspired hue.

Some women are afraid they’ll be dwarfed by an oversized piece, and it’s true that you can often go down a size or two from what you normally wear. You really need to try on different

shapes and sizes to discover what works. If you’re on the shorter side, stick to a coat that falls just below the hips, so you’re still showing off some shape. It also helps to keep your outfit slim underneath; try a skinny pant and a fitted sweater or a streamlined dress.

Our Fleurette outerwear is slightly Aline, and sure to flatter.

On the sporty side, new puffer styles from Canada Goose are slimmer and lighter than ever before. Plus, look for new fashion from Barbour: a quilted, belted moto-inspired jacket and the Matlock with Sherpa trim.

Q:

Which must-have accessories should I mix into my wardrobe this season?

We love the understated elegance of Massimo Palomba’s structured bags; they are polished without being too precious.

Look for great leather bags, wallets that double as clutches, and new lightweight, functional styles from MZ Wallace.

In addition to our grand assortment of scarves, we found beautiful wraps featuring suede fringe, woven cashmere and the lightest hint of metallic. These will enhance everything you wear, from cocktail dresses to denim and everything in between.

And remember to top off your look with a knit scarf and hat, especially those with texture like a boucle or keyhole stitch. This fall, you’ll see them in pastels, which look particularly fresh worn with navy, taupe or gray.

They’re on trend and perfect for the cold winter ahead!

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Q:

How can I layer knits and still maintain a streamlined silhouette?

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Keep Your Focus on Your Financial Planning Recently, my colleague Robert Standish, JD, CFP®, Managing Director of BPU’s Financial Planning, provided our clients with some insight to what he coined “political brinkmanship and insurmountable debt” in light of last October’s government shutdown and looming default of our Government’s debt. That said, his thoughts continue to be relevant, especially for those of you who read and react to the headlines every day.

Among the most significant comments he made, and I believe we should all remember is what follows: s Conditions in private and public sectors have improved over the past few years.

The leverage of the companies included in the S&P 500 is at the lowest rate we have seen in 25 years. And despite the incessant rhetoric, the government budget deficit has fallen from almost 10% in 2010 to an estimated 3.9% for 2013. s Work with your advisor to monitor the markets and evaluate whether your circumstances require a need to reduce risk exposure in your portfolios. As you collaborate with your financial advisor, please keep in mind that search for higher yield or alternative sources of income can represent other uncontemplated risks not normally associated with traditional, investment grade bonds.

NADAV BAUM Executive Vice President Mr. Baum can be contacted at nbaum@bpuinvestments.com

s As long-term investors, we simply do not believe it is prudent to let fear arising from our response to political theatrics to drive our investment decisions. Short-term phenomena will continue to frustrate us as investors, but we should not let these erractic events impact our long-term perspective.

No doubt the news cycle will continue to bring us drama, but it is up to us to consider and think through what is actually fact and what serves to keep us glued to our computers, TVs and mobile devices. My advice – when the media gets all in a twist, that is your cue to unwind. Don’t sit and fume, contact your financial advisor to bring you back to your world and your reality.

Note: To read the full article by Mr. Standish go to: http://www.bpuinvestments.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/DebtCeilingLetter.pdf

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Right: Hans Davidson and Jan Borghardt at the helm during a boat cruise in Stockholm.

It’s been said there are more chemicals in a cup of British tea than in an Eton shirt…” —Hans Davidson, Eton CEO

intense passion now permeates the company; our people love coming to work…”

Eton is a vertical company, managing every stage of the shirt-making process from cotton production to creative to sales. They use only extralong staple cotton (Pima from California and Giza from Egypt), renowned for its luster, durability and softness. (Only 0.7 percent of the world’s cotton is ELS.) They then partner with top mills that spin the cotton and weave the fabric.

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“We work with mills in Italy, Switzerland and Egypt,” explains Eton creative director Sebastian Dollinger, a talented young artist whose inspiration wall for spring 2015 includes a Hindu magazine cover from the 1950s, a Led Zeppelin album cover, and various images of airplanes, flamingos, vintage pinball machines and Mexican skulls worked into a cool paisley.

“We work with our weaving mills very early in the process and buy up their capacity far in advance, which is why the designs are exclusive.”

Sebastian Dollinger poses in front of his spring inspiration board.

Also unique to Eton shirts: a notable crispness, thanks to a special process that allows wrinkle resistance in the most ecologically safe way possible.

“Cynics say it’s impossible to attain our level of wrinkle-free without chemicals,” Davidson explains. “But with our finisher in Switzerland, we invented a (40step)

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Why invest in a luxury shirt? It will look better, wear longer and get more compliments than any shirt you own!” —Tom Michael, Larrimor’s

FAST FACTS ON ETON: • The collection is sold in only the finest stores in 42 countries.

• An Eton shirt is ecologically correct, from growing the cotton (using crop rotation) to dyeing the yarns to packaging and shipping.

• Eton uses more cotton per square millimeter than most luxury brands.

• They are famous for color clarity (there are 250 different shades of red alone!) and exclusive designs (they use no fabrics available on the open market).

• Eton offers a variety of different fits and stocks numerous styles in each.

The fit is exceptional because all measurements are carefully graded across sizes.

• Eton collars and cuffs are unique: the founders invented an exclusive method of sewing them inside out.

• Buttons are made of pulverized mother of pearl that Eton re-casts for added strength, and they’re strategically placed to allow for open collar-wearing.

• Each shirt requires at least 100 minutes of cutting and sewing.

• Much of the machinery used in the production process was conceived by Eton, and much hand craftsmanship is involved.

• Eton ties are also exceptional, made at the finest factories in England and Italy.

• The male model who is currently the face of Eton has a notable scar on his cheek. “Patrick represents adventure and risktaking,” explains global brand director Robert Inghamn. “He’s the James Bond-type of guy that women love: always stylish and cool, even when facing extreme danger…”

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While ties paired with suits are still mandatory in some corporate

office environments, many guys don’t see them that way: to younger generations, ties in narrower widths and materials like cotton or wool are fashionable accessories that go just as well with jeans and an unconstructed blazer... or no jacket at all.

Take note that ties have been steadily slimming down over the last 10 years, from an average of 4 inches in 1994 to 3.25 inches today. Several widths (as illustrated above) are now acceptable, as long as they’re in proportion to your jacket lapel.

With the pressure off, you’re free to add neckwear to almost any outfit, for almost any occasion. There’s no better way to show your unique personal style.

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Louis XIV began wearing a lace cravat at the age of seven, igniting a trend that spread across France.

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In the early 1700s, leather collars called ‘stocks’ were worn around the neck to protect major blood vessels and encourage soldiers to hold their heads high during battle.

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Published in 1818, Neckclothitania or Tietania contains the first printed use of the word ‘tie’ in reference to neckwear.

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The long, thin necktie style still used today was born during the industrial revolution, when factory workers needed simple, unfussy neckwear that wouldn’t come undone.

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When soldiers returned home from WWII, the ‘Bold Look’ (characterized by ties that were up to five inches wide) showed their eagerness to break free from the conformity of military uniforms.

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Since September 2007, doctors in British hospitals have been banned from wearing neckties because they are laundered less frequently than other clothing items.

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In their book The 85 Ways to Tie a Tie, physicists Thomas Fink and Yong Mao assert that there are exactly 85 possible ways to knot a conventional necktie. Of these, Fink says, “just over a dozen are sufficiently handsome or different from each other to be worn.”

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‘International Necktie Day’ (or ‘Cravat Day’ in Croatia) is celebrated each year on October 18th.

Q:

Other than for weddings and special events, I don’t wear suits much these days. Is it okay to pull out what’s in my closet for occasional dress-up events?

Probably not. Although menswear is evolution rather than revolution, suits that are more than five years old, even from the best makers, will definitely look dated: trousers too long and baggy, jackets too roomy, shoulders too padded.

Designers have gradually gone slimmer in suits, sportcoats and trousers, and fabrics have evolved so that today’s suits are more comfortable and travel-friendly than the old stuff in your closet.

We’re betting you’ll find our fall ’14 suits so comfortable that you’ll choose to wear them in more casual settings, even when no suit is required.

Is it okay to text or email my sales associate when I Q: have a wardrobe question? How can I maximize our relationship?

Not only is it okay, but they would totally appreciate it! (Well maybe not at 3:00 a.m…) Our sales people have a wealth of information that can help you look your best every day. They can email you photos of new items as they arrive in store that will work with what you’ve already bought. They can inform you about the best-fitting jeans.

They can help you match colors

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and patterns or figure out which tie to wear with which shirt collar. (For example, your new skinny tie is not likely to work with a cutaway collar shirt, but yes, you can wear the brown suede shoes with your gray suit!) They can suggest the perfect gift, wrap it and send it without you needing to leave your desk.

Never be afraid to contact your sales associate for any fashionrelated issue: their passion for fine clothing is the reason they chose this career, and your trust in them is the ultimate compliment.

Q:

I see that a lot of my favorite brands have their own stores: do you carry the same styles that they do?

Sometimes there’s crossover, but we try to customize our mix to the needs of our community. While fashion has become somewhat international, our buyers know their customers personally so it’s easy for them to fine-tune assortments to specific tastes and lifestyles.

Another advantage of shopping an independent store: since we carry so many top brands, we can suggest how to mix your favorite pieces so you’re not dressed headto-toe in a single designer. This type of brand-blending adds creativity and personality to your look so you won’t see yourself coming and going. Stop by and we’ll show you how to do it!

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Pairing Patterns

Typically, there are two mistakes fledgling fashionistas make in color selections. For those who favor eye-popping color combinations, the two most obvious are 1) choosing colors that clash and 2) being too flamboyant. The other, particularly now that tonal ensembles are again stylish, is selecting colors so monochromatic they fade into one another.

If eye-popping color is your fashion mantra, avoid colors that clash, or are flashy and loud. (Always get a second opinion.) Remember to alternate the tonal intensity of garments immediately next to one another; avoid pairing a flamboyantly colored necktie with an equally outrageous dress shirt.

Remember, opposites attract.

If monochrome is more your cup of tea, add visual interest by varying the color hue in each garment. Or, layer different, but related, surface textures atop similarly colored garments.

Marry a nappy cotton flannel shirt and a texturally rich wool necktie to a cashmere sportcoat, then accent with a wool, linen or loosely woven cotton pocket square.

SIMPLE HOW-TOS FOR ADDING VISUAL INTEREST.

BY ANDY STINSON DIRECTION Never mind John Molloy, America’s former selfproclaimed fashion guru, who warned three generations of men against mixing motifs when he wrote in his Dress for Success to “never put two patterns together.” Those familiar with fashion history credit this admonition with putting a near 35-year chill on adventurously styled menswear. Also to be ignored is Molloy’s equally absurd “dress code rule” for pattern-mix management: “Always separate patterns by a solid.” Mind Molloy’s strict advice and you’ll appear dated and conservative.

There are, however, a few “soft rules” that can be used to guide you toward interesting, handsome style statements that consistently garner rave reviews and admiring glances.

A pattern that runs in one direction should never be positioned immediately next to a garment with a pattern that runs either 1) in the same direction, or 2) at a 90-degree angle. Instead, choose a non-directional (polkadot, paisley, foulard), diagonal (repp), or multidirectional (plaid) complement.

MOOD Sometimes called “attitude,” mood typically refers to a garment’s seasonal theme or its

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position on the elegant-tocasual spectrum. For example, novelty and conversational neckwear, along with some repp and diagonal-striped ties, are typically sportcoat motifs and shouldn’t be paired with a serious dress suit. Seasonally speaking, madras plaids and linens are most appropriate during the warmer months and should be worn with a blazer or a lightweight spring suit.

SCALE Scale refers to a pattern’s size.

Generally subtle in execution and sometimes indiscernible at a distance, small- or micro-scale motifs include pencil and pinstripes, miniature paisleys, pin dots, graph checks and tattersalls. Large scale motifs are visually bold, brazen and aggressively executed: Bengal and awning stripes, giant paisleys, large scale geometrics, oversized “nickel” dots and windowpane plaids.

The rule of thumb is to significantly vary the scale of each element in your outfit. To achieve a visually dramatic but still sophisticated ensemble, complement a narrow pencil-stripe dress shirt with a bold diagonalstripe or giant paisley tie.

TEXTURE Opposites don’t generally attract when it comes to mixing and matching textures. For example, a cashmere or wool flannel tie is best paired with a suit in a similarly lofty fabric.

Likewise, pair matte finishes together, and complement visually radiant elements with garments of a similar luster.

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Mott and her partners seek to change that dynamic by invest-

For individual investors, mitigating risk is key. For investment

ing approximately 50% of BlueTree Venture Fund 1 assets in West-

funds, deal flow is the Holy Grail. But the common denominator

ern Pennsylvania companies, which they believe are under-served

for both is return on investment.

As the founder of Pittsburgh’s angel network and former chairman of the National Angel Capital Association, Catherine Mott links qualified investors with investment opportunities in promising startup companies to maximize ROI. This spring, she joined forces with partners Roger Byford, David Motley and Jonathan Pastor to launch the BlueTree Venture Fund 1—a $30 million fund

“Our intention is to emphasize a return on investment by focusing on the greater good of creating wealth and job opportunities for our region.” —Catherine Mott

that targets investment opportunities in software/internet, high

at a time when opportunities are peaking and scaling; remaining

tech instruments/hardware, and medical technologies.

assets are spread throughout the inland mid-Atlantic region.

Why now, why Pittsburgh and why a new fund?

The fund’s strategic focus on local companies and those within

The launch of BlueTree Venture Fund 1 was, quite simply, dic-

a 250-mile radius also allows its partners to spend significant time

tated by demand. “My partners and I kept receiving inquiries from

with portfolio companies, thereby increasing their odds of suc-

individuals seeking passive venture investments,” notes Mott.

cess.

Following the downturn of 2008-2009, opportunity knocked at

According to Mott, it’s a win-win for all—investors, companies

the right time. Plus, she and her partners pos-

and our region. “Our intention is to empha-

sessed an enviable combination of experience,

size a return on investment by focusing on

expertise, strong connections and deal flow.

the greater good of creating wealth and job opportunities for our region, primarily in life

Pittsburgh, it seems, is also poised for con-

sciences and information technology."

tinued innovation and opportunity. Mott quickly points to a recent Ernst & Young | Innovation Works report; the study cited that 120 venture

BlueTree Venture Fund’s first two rounds of

capital firms nationwide invested in 249 Pitts-

$10 million each were closed in September

burgh companies between 2009-2013, resulting in 34 company

2014; the final round of $10 million is anticipated to close by first

exits. The value: $3 billion.

quarter 2015. Mott assures that the fund’s investor strategy

There are pros and cons to this success. The upside is that

makes it possible for the average individual to participate. To learn

these investments validate the number and quality of opportuni-

more, visit bluetreeventurefund.com or contact Catherine Mott

ties in Pittsburgh. The downside is that, because there are rela-

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City Schools’ Obama Academy, and held cooking demos at the

that brought the good times to a

Firehouse Farmer’s Market and other local spots.

halt at the popular NOLA on the

“We missed Fat Tuesday due to the fire, so we relived that over

Square, the jazz, jambalaya and

the summer with our re-opening,” Mr. Pisano says with a smile.

New Orleans-inspired cocktails are once again flowing since the

“We brought in a jazz band that weekend and are thrilled to be

July re-opening.

back doing what our customers want from us.” NOLA has rolled

“Very few times in life do we get a second chance,” says NOLA

out several unique new cocktails and menu items while keeping

executive chef Leonard Pisano. “We’re very grateful for ours.

the Po’Boys, casseroles, soups, flatbreads and fresh seafood

We’ve been able to renovate 100%, even make improvements, and our

“Very few times in life do we get a second chance.”

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they’re known for. The popular monthly Beer Dinners with local

cludes Sonoma, Seviche and Perle. While shuttered, NOLA may

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have been down, but never out. “We were able to take care of

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FALL ESSENTIALS THE MOST IMPORTANT ITEMS OF THE SEASON—AND HOW TO WEAR THEM.

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THE BOOT You’ve got dress shoes and sneakers, but what do you wear with those casual inbetween looks? This boot is the answer. Mid-height boots keep you warm while still looking fashionable, and suede or leather can be worn throughout the winter except on the wettest of days. (Don’t forget to waterproof them before the first wear.)

FALL ESSENTIALS

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THE CUTAWAY

COLLAR SHIRT Formerly seen only on solid dress shirts, cutaway collars can now be found as a dressier detail on patterned sport shirts. It’s fine to skip the tie, or try one in knit, wool or cashmere for a fun departure from the standard silk.

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THE SLIM SUIT Before fabric or even brand, the first thing others will notice about your suit is the fit. With its narrower leg, shorter jacket, and all around trim look, the slim suit can complement any man, no matter his age or size. Aim for a very slight break in the pants; the hem should just caress the top of your shoe.

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THE SOFT COAT This deconstructed jacket takes the bulk out of layering.

You can move easily, stay cool, and look put together all at the same time. Because of its softer expression, it’s much more at home with jeans, cargoes and 5-pocket pants than your stiffer, structured sportcoats. It’s a versatile alternative to a sweater or can easily be layered over one.

You’ll be 10 times more comfortable but look just as appropriate.

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THE WOOL

5-POCKET PANT The wool 5-pocket pant is dressier than a jean, but just as comfortable.

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Experience life’s little luxuries.

BALLET BECOMES YOU

Ballet Hispanico is the foremost Latino dance company in the United States. This dazzling young group of wonderfully talented dancers, with a repertoire of over 100 works, creates a brilliant theatrical experience performed to sold-out audiences in America, Europe and South America. “We combine the artistry, technique and physicality of the dancers and imbue ballet with contemporary and Spanish dance,” explains artistic director Eduardo Vilaro. “It’s the passion of the Latino world.” In 2015, Ballet Hispanico will be appearing across the country in cities including Chicago, New York and Washington D.C. To get the insider experience, sign on as a Patron: you’ll meet the dancers, watch rehearsals and even travel with the company.

Near the markets and not far from the Majorelle Gardens in Marrakech, secluded on a quiet, narrow street, a modest door opens to an elaborate atrium lined with balconies in rich wood. A former 19th-century palace, the Riad Ayadina is a mixture of light and shadows, cozy nooks and open spaces. The three rooms and six suites have four-poster beds (strewn with rose petals to celebrate your arrival) and copper baths.

There’s a swimming pool, hot tub and a spa offering massages, facials and a traditional Moroccan Hammam bath. The charming French owner oversees accommodations and personally arranges the lavish menus.

Have breakfast on the roof terrace with views over the old city into the mountains, and dine by candlelight on a three-course fusion of French and Moroccan cuisine in your own private courtyard.

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How to be a Happy Blogger

BY BRIDGETTE CUNNINGHAM

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QUICK INTERNET SEARCH will give a beginning blogger many tricks and tips on how to get traffic, how to generate income, and how to be a part of the blogging community.

While it’s great to be a part of this big community, there’s got to be a personal element that makes you want to stick with the blog and keep on posting.

This year, many blogs have seen a decrease in comments and interaction. The pessimists say, “Blogging is dead. There’s nothing new.” The optimists say, “Bloggers will change.

New platforms will emerge, and bloggers are incredibly flexible people.” I am ever the optimist.

Right now is a time for change in the blog world. I can use the blog to get people to Larrimor’s instagram account, and vice versa. I keep writing because my own words and pictures are what makes the blog me. I will take the time to read a long blog post with a compelling idea, but I don’t have much patience for posts with reposts of images any more. I go to instagram or Pinterest for that.

As long as I have something to say, there’s a reason to blog. Each time I write a post, it comes from my own unique viewpoint. I don’t rely on comments to keep me going and there are no paid endorsements. I keep going because there are a few hundred people that come back to the blog loyally every week, and that’s enough to make me happy.

Visit larrimors.com/blog for Larrimor’s news, fashion inspiration, styling tricks, and general thoughts on the fashion blog world.

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history

Honoring

ARLINGTON A SALUTE TO THE 150TH

ANNIVERSARY OF ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY.

BY CALLY JAMIS VENNARE

Arlington National Cemetery has a rich legacy as one of our national treasures. It serves as the final resting place for more than 400,000 service members, veterans and their families from all branches of the military.

“Although not officially a cemetery until 1864, we have veterans from every one of America’s conflicts, beginning with the American Revolution,” says command historian Dr. Stephen Carney. Arlington is still an active cemetery, conducting nearly 7,000 services per year.

If you listen closely, the unmistakable sound of Taps might guide you from the evocative eternal flame, marking the gravesite of President John F. Kennedy, to the majestic Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, guarded day and night by the distinguished Tomb Guard sentinel, or Old Guard. Considered to be the very best of the elite 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, the Old Guard is the oldest active-duty infantry unit in the Army,

serving our nation since 1784.

Sunglasses gleaming, shoes shining, uniform pressed and fitted to perfection, each guard marches 21 steps behind the Tomb, pausing for 21 seconds before turning and repeating the process. Back and forth, stoic and proud. Footsteps always clicking in sync with the number 21, symbolic of the highest honor that can be bestowed upon the American soldier “Known But to God”: the 21-gun salute.

Beyond the Tomb, more sights and sounds remain to be seen, including the open-air Memorial Amphitheatre, where crowds gather to hear performances and dedications, and wreath-laying ceremonies that pay respect to our nation’s fallen heroes. It’s no wonder that Arlington National Cemetery hosts over three million visitors each year, including dignitaries from around the world. After 150 years, its significance and legacy remain stronger than ever.

A MUSICAL TRIBUTE Scott Eyerly’s Arlington Sons illuminates a universal experience—the changing of the guard between generations—in a uniquely American context. The 12-minute duet by bass-baritone David Pittsinger and his son Richard honors David’s late father, a U.S. Army veteran who served as a distinguished Tomb Guard at Arlington National Cemetery in the 1950s. It is believed to be the first-ever musical work written for a real-life father and son. Following premiere performiTunes earlier this year, Arlington Sons was praised by D.C. radio station Classical WETA: “Through this lyrical and intimate musical work, a family’s moment on a sunny hilltop becomes a loving lesson in honor, sacrifice and patriotism.” Pictured at right is Richard Mayne Pittsinger, who served as Tomb Guard from 1954 to 1955.

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at your service

CLOSET CLEANING

EXPERTISE

COFFEE & WATER BAR

In order to help you better integrate your new seasonal purchases with the old, we offer a complimentary closet consultation. One of our associates will visit your home to inventory your closet, and offer suggestions on how to mix and match new items with your existing wardrobe. One of our experienced tailors can also be on hand, to provide any fitting or readjustments that you may need.

Our long-term sales associates have been with us for an average of 16 years, and are passionate about counseling our customers and advising you on all clothing and accessory matters. From trends to tailoring, we want to ensure that your shopping experience is a pleasant one.

In the hectic world in which we live, many simple pleasures are lost. Sometimes a hot cup of coffee or a friendly, familiar face is the best comfort for the soul. We’re happy to provide both, and more.

BUTTON UP A loose thread or button can be just the thing that unravels your day. Bring in any suits or outerwear with buttons that need attention, and we’ll re-attach or tighten them for you, at no charge. We want you looking your best, down to the last detail.

Upon cleaning your closet, you may have unwanted items. Should this be the case, we can coordinate a donation to a local charity and make the delivery for you.

BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS Developing lasting personal relationships helps our sales associates select items that they know you will enjoy, and ease your mind while you shop.

GIFT CERTIFICATES A Larrimor’s gift certificate is the gift that always fits! Our gift certificates are available for purchase in store or over the phone, in any denomination. If you can’t make it to the store, just give us a call and we’ll wrap the gift certificate and ship it to the recipient for you!

FAMILY FRIENDLY As a family business, we feel that it is essential to create a shopping experience that can be enjoyed by the whole family. At Larrimor’s we provide interactive play areas so that your time with us can be more relaxed, and your children can still have fun.

HOME DELIVERY We understand your busy schedule and want to do all we can to lessen the demands on your time. This is why we provide local delivery to your home or office, or we can ship anywhere in the United States.

COMPLIMENTARY ALTERATIONS In order to ensure that the fit is just right, we offer complimentary alterations on all regularly priced clothing. Down to the detail of every stitch, we ensure each article is tailored specifically to you. Our on-site team of world-class tailors is here to give you the perfect fit.

service is paramount It impacts every facet of our business, from our ability to bring you world-class fashions to the friendly, knowledgeable associates who help and guide you.

COMPLIMENTARY GIFT WRAP We offer complimentary gift-wrapping for your purchases, on any day you want. You concentrate on choosing the perfect gift; we’ll do the rest.

RETURN POLICY We have a liberal return policy, where you can bring your purchases back if you are not satisfied with them within a reasonable period of time. We want to make sure you love your new items when you get home, as much as you do in the store.

ABUNDANT PARKING To ensure your shopping experience is as stress-free as possible, we provide you with ample validated parking that is both convenient and secure—a real luxury in downtown Pittsburgh.

STORE TO DOOR

BY APPOINTMENT

When it comes to making sure you look your finest, Larrimor’s is ready to go the extra mile. One phone call is all it takes to bring one of our expert sales associates to your home or office—at your convenience, and at no extra cost.

Our personal shoppers are available to make your experience here as effortless as possible. For your convenience, they will preselect a wardrobe to fit your clothing needs, and place the garments in a private fitting room. Once our associates have learned your style and needs, they can keep an eye out for specific items you might be looking for in the future.

Individual or group appointments are available. To schedule, call us at 412.471.5727 or email TMichael@Larrimors.com.

You, our customers and friends, are ultimately at the heart of all that we do, and we strive to exceed your expectations. If for some reason you feel that the level of service we provide does not meet your expectations, please let us know.

LARRIMOR’S ONE PNC PLAZA 249 5TH AVENUE (AT 5TH AVE & WOOD ST)

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My Father, Myself

BY LENOR ROMANO

My mother gave up shopping for me by the time I was five.

She gave up shopping with me at seven. Was it because I was so skinny that I had to buy boys’ slim pants? Or that I embarrassed her, demanding the stars-and-stripes bell bottom jumpsuit that she considered blasphemous?

Shopping for me became my father’s job. Yes! Very cool!

The man had no patience, so I always got what I wanted just to get us out of the store. By age 11 I could no longer find what I dreamt of in the young junior department, so I took to designing my own clothes. Snakeskin mini skirts, faux pony midis, leopard fur vests... Fortunately I had an aunt who was a professional seamstress and could fulfill my desires.

My dad maintained his role as my personal shopper for expensive things like boots and bags. (We’re talking Granny boots that tied up to the knee, green suede boots with fourinch platforms, a red vinyl raincoat, a leather hoodie...) He had great taste, priding himself on always looking “smart.” In the ’70s, he also had a friend at Botany 500 and was a perfect 40 regular—right off the rack. There were a few years when he gained weight in an attempt to quit smoking, but that was shortlived: he was more concerned about his wardrobe than his health.

During college I had a summer job as a “swatch boy” at Cross Country Clothes. The man I worked for was more interested in skirts than suits. I fended him off politely until September, then told him off. I was just 18. I still managed to get my dad a few samples.

Sadly, I recently had the distinction of helping my mother select my father’s final outfit. The suit was easy: there were lots to choose from, though he hadn’t worn one in a long

time. The tie was next. His drawer opened with a smell of wood and what I imagined was his Noxzema shaving cream.

I knew his ties well: the Countess Mara ones he was so proud of, the rich madder silks. Then I saw his favorite, a deep barn red, but it had stains on it, rendering it unusable. (He was meticulous about his appearance; I wondered why he had kept it.) I dug deeper into his tie drawer, finding wide ties, skinny ties, knit ties... a lifetime of sartorial memories. I selected a paisley, rich in amber, ocher and plum.

During his final years, I’d made it a point to tell him how much I loved him. I gave him a card with of all his favorite expressions typed across it in different colors and fonts. He studied it for awhile, and then exclaimed “This is all true!” I gently reminded him that these were his words, the words he taught me to live by.

They’ve served me well.

“MY DAD WAS MORE CONCERNED ABOUT HIS WARDROBE THAN HIS HEALTH.”

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