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82 PLAYING WITH THE MOJO

Historic Mojo 6 Tournament Casts Its Spell on Jamaica

88 FORE CHARITY

Giving Back is Always In Style Especially With Celebrity Tournaments

91 TOUR WIVES

PGA Spouses Go Tee to Green for Worthwhile Causes

92 IT STOPS WITH HER

Cindy Chenier’s Passion to Stop Domestic Violence One Putt at a Time

108 MODEL BEHAVIOR

International Fashion Model Noella Coursaris Musunka Fights for Schools

116 Preserving A Legacy

Daughter of a Pioneer In Golf, Renee Powell Inherits a Dream

118 THE GARIA

A Golf Cart that Goes Where No Cart Has Gone Before

ON THE COVER Model Madlin Cowart Photographed by Laretta Houston This page: Noella Coursaris Musunka photographed by Ron Contarsy

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16 FOUNDER’S tee 18 contributors 20 FOREFRONT 24 PLAYBOOK 23 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38

Fashion for Relief Giving Back Is the New Black Styleguide for Her Day Styleguide for Her Night Styleguide for Him Keep a Cool Head Wrap, Tie or Twist It Life’s a Cinch!

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40 Weekend Baggage 42 Putting a Round

64 Southern Delight 66 All About Eve 68 Good Spirits

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44 Sunny Delights 46 Discover Your Inner Warrior

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48 Getting Personal 50 There’s an App for That

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52 Allure of the Convertible 60 Safety is Sexy

72 Alicia Keys, Strokes of Genius 74 Boy Crazy, Hat Crazy Talented Player 75 Recommended Reading

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76 Titania Golf – Making Titanic Strides in Golfwear 78 Birdie & Grace – Winning is in the Details 80 The Greg Norman Women’s Collection – A New Style Infusion

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A Boat You Can Love New Kid on the Block Top New Golf Resorts 2010 Teeing Up the Ryder Cup

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World’s Top Female Golfer Retires This page: Photo by Cyril Legal

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128 CALL OF THE WILD

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In addition to performing in the “Hope for Haiti Now: A Global Benefit for Earthquake Relief” telethon, Beyoncé is the official face of the limited edition tee shirt by Fashion for Haiti, a charitable initiative developed by the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA). Proceeds of this shirt benefit the Clinton Bush Haiti Fund to aid in raising funds for recovery efforts to help those who are most in need of assistance.

Success isn’t really about what we accomplish or acquire in life; it’s about how much we give back, how much we help others – even when times are tough. As we begin to see positive signs of economic recovery, it’s important to take up the mantle of social engagement and remember that we can do well, and do good at the same time. Our special “Fore Charity” issue celebrates the spirit of giving and the integral role that golf tournaments and other activities play in charity fundraising and outreach.

How can we make this world a better place?

It’s a key question everyone must ask as we point toward the future. FORE! In this issue we shed light on a few people who choose to make a difference, whose small efforts benefit the community at large. Their ranks include celebrities like Halle Berry and Michael Jordan, who host charitable golf outings; supermodels Naomi Campbell, who put on a high-profile New York City fashion show to help victims of the Haiti earthquake, and Noella Coursaris Musunka, who’s dedicated to building a school for African girls in her war-torn native Congo. There’s music superstars Justin Timberlake and Beyoncé who performed at Hope For Haiti concert, and Alicia Keys, co-founder of Keep a Child Alive; and the women of the PGA Tour Wives Association, great supporters of children and families.

You don’t have to be a famous actor, model, pop star, pro athlete or CEO to contribute something significant to society. We all have a responsibility, regardless of our status, to play a role in social progress. I hope this issue of The 19th Hole Magazine will inspire readers to play an active part in their local communities and beyond.

The 19th Hole Magazine has earned distinction as golf ’s most fashionable and forward-thinking publication – and to us, giving back is always in style. We’re pleased to announce a special Fore Charity “giving back” program to raise funds and build awareness for non-profit organizations. We’ve created a range of Fore Charity T-shirts and tote bags as part of our charity subscription program. We will donate a percentage of subscription and merchandise sales to several worthy causes; a small act we hope will benefit golf and the broader community.

For more information on how you can a buy a Fore Charity T-shirt or tote bag – and look good while doing good – visit our website: the19thholemag.com/ forecharity. ●

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contributingplayers

Mary Welch Mary Welch is a well-known Atlanta-based writer who brought her enthusiasm for the city and its people to her articles on the new Loews Atlanta Hotel and on Cindy Chenier’s non-profit foundation that helps children. She also wrote our piece on The Ryder Cup’s newest destination, Wales. Welch currently writes for a number of other publications including The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Womenetics, Dawson Times, Piedmont Review and Plan Your Meeting.

She specializes in business, lifestyle, travel and Daniel Mitchell

women’s issues.

Laretta Houston

The author of our cover story on golfing cele-

Recognized among her peers for adding a new

brities and charity, Daniel is one of those lucky

dimension to photography, Laretta Houston’s

souls who spend their entire careers doing what

photos have been critically acclaimed interna-

they love. First it was an 11-year run covering the

tionally and have launched some of today’s top

sports program at Florida State University, where

fashion models. In this issue she adds her unique

his subjects included legendary coach Bobby

view to our Call of the Wild photo feature that

Bowden and dozens of star athletes. In 2002

captures the currently popular tribal fashion

Daniel jumped to golf writing and now runs his

theme. This eloquent shutterbug keeps a quiet life

own freelance company from South Florida. Hey,

and allows her photos to serve as her voice.

somebody’s gotta do it.

Loretta has focused her lens on a variety of projects that visually tantalize even the shrewdest of consumers and international clients seek her out for special projects.

Robin LoRé Robin LoRé is a freelance writer living in rural New Jersey with her two youngest daughters and her soul mate. She loves writing in general, but can always get into the subject of food as she did for the Indulge pieces on Paula Deen’s upcoming restaurant at Harrah’s and Eva Longoria Parker’s Beso restaurant and Eve bar in Vegas.

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A. Scott Walton Scott Walton is an avid golfer and lifestyle afi-

Photography and graphic design have always

cionado. His decades of experience chronicling

been a major part of Elvis’ life. From a very young

sports, fashion and entertainment news for mul-

age, Elvis knew he would be working in some

tiple major daily publications as well as providing

type of creative field. After earning his degree from the Savannah College of Art and Design,

commentary for CNN and TBS were perfect background for writing our articles on Alicia Keys

Kalin Thomas

Elvis discovered a passion for storytelling

and Noella Coursaris. When he’s not pursuing

Kalin Thomas, who wrote our article on the

through photography. For us he took on the

his passions for golf, gardening and cooking,

world’s largest cruise ship, The Oasis, is a travel

challenge of showing the advanced features of

Walton directs WordPlayInk media services.

enthusiast and writer whose work reflects her

the luxurious new Garia golf cars in a futuristic

interest. She is currently writing a book about

light. All of his photography has a visually objec-

her travels while also serving as Travel & Leisure

tive concept that is layered with a deeper, more

Editor for the blog, womenatforty.com and

subjective concept throughout.

Senior Writer/Photographer for SoulOfAmerica and her own site seetheworldproductions.com.

Thomas is a former producer/correspondent for CNN’s weekly travel program, CNN TravelNow.

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THE BUCKET LIST Space prohibits us from sharing our entire golf bucket list, currently 537 items deep and counting. For now, get started on this mini-list of 10 things every golfer should do before kicking the you-know-what.

PHOTo: Nike Golf

open question for U.S. women Let’s be blunt: The 2010 LPGA season has been dismal for American golfers.

What better spot for redemption than the 65th U.S. Women’s Open, July 8-11 at Oakmont Country Club in Pennsylvania?

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Ladies looking to break through include Michelle Wie, now a seasoned pro at age 20. Wie has posted solid but unspectacular results in her second year on tour, with a few top-10s amidst mostly ho-hum outings. Then there’s Paula Creamer, sidelined since February with a thumb injury but expected to tee it up at Oakmont. The Yank with the best chance? Try Cristie Kerr, the 2007 Open champ and America’s top-ranked female.

Kerr and Creamer will have more to contend with than just the international contingent. Alongside Patty Sheehan and Christina Kim, they’ll battle former Pittsburgh Steelers Jerome Bettis, Franco Harris and Lynn Swann in a two-part celebrity exhibition, set for Tuesday and Wednesday on the Oakmont practice range. Watch the U.S. Women’s Open on ESPN, set to provide more than 16 hours of coverage, or follow the leaders. <uswomensopen.com>

old course in new paintings Golf ’s most hallowed ground will host its most enduring event July 15-18, when the 150th Open Championship visits the Old Course at St. Andrews, Scotland. Traditionalists will swoon over PHOTo: St Andrews Links Trust a pair of original paintings by celebrated Scottish artist Stephen Shankland depicting the club’s iconic 17th and 18th holes.

Prints can be purchased for £595 (about $875 U.S.) online <standrews.org.uk>

1. Make a pilgrimage to Scotland for some true links golf 2. Memorize Bill Murray’s “Dalai Lama” soliloquy from Caddyshack 3. Book your foursome as the “dew sweepers,” first group on the course 4. Play in a PGA or LPGA pro-am to see how good these guys and gals really are 5. Suit up in a pair of knickers; if you need an excuse, do it on January 30 – birthday of the late Payne Stewart 6. Go 18 holes with nothing but a 5-iron 7. Read Ben Hogan’s timeless Five Lessons: The Modern Fundamentals of Golf 8. Call in sick, play golf 9. Get the ball airborne with a 1-iron (if you can find one) 10. Spend a summer caddying at Oregon’s incomparable Bandon Dunes Resort

DO-GOODERS DONATE DOLLARS The USGA is best known for punishing setups of championship courses, but don’t let that fool you – when it comes to charity; the folks in blue blazers are a bunch of softies. Case in point: Since 1997, the USGA’s “For the Good of the Game” program has doled out more than $65 million to organizations helping disabled youth and adults learn and play golf. The association is deeply devoted to getting kids involved, staging events like the recent U.S. Open Junior Day at Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Club in California, which drew more than 800 participants from regional golf programs, youth service agencies and schools. Now, about that knee-deep rough...

Photo: Courtesy of jtshrinersopen.com

playing in harmony Enviro Honor Justifies Timberlake’s Green Golf Efforts [by Daniel Mitchell] Pop

star Justin

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Memphis

Timberlake

is as passionate about environmental preservation as he is about golf, and his

Mirimichi Golf Club Timberlake’s pride and joy, Mirimichi – Native American for “place of happy retreat” – is the North, South or Central America to receive Golf Environment Organization (GEO) Certified status.

is living proof.

ary for additional work and reopens July 17. For more details visit mirimichi.com.

Not only is Timberlake an eco-conscious golfer he is a charitable golfer as well who hosts the annual Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open. This year’s event is slated for October 11-18 at the TPC Summerlin course in Las Vegas. All proceeds benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children. Purse: $4.2 million Winner’s Share: $756,000. <jtshrinersopen.com> ●

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Timberlake, who carries a 6 handicap, purchased an older course and poured $16 million into its renovation. GEO lauds Mirimichi for its native vegetation, landscape enhancement, minimal water consumption and sparing use of pesticides. To top it off, the club features solar-powered golf carts.

Mirimichi may be kind to nature, but it’s brutal on golfers.

The public course measures 7,400 yards from the “Black Rock” tees, with water in play on 13 holes. Mirimichi closed last Janu-

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Fashion for relief Top Models, Celebs and Brands Join Together for Haiti During New Yorkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Fall 2010 super model Naomi Campbell organized a show hosted by Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, to raise money for Haiti. Even during this busiest of weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in the fashion industry designers such as Donna Karan, Marisa Berenson and Diane Von Furstenberg turned out for the event. Top models such as Helena Christensen, Stella Tennant, and Selita Ebanks strutted the runway along with socialite Daphne Guinness and celebs including Victoria Beckham and Kelly Osborne. Styled by Rachel Zoe and featuring fashions from firms including Dior, Lanvin, Burberry, Alexander McQueen and Calvin Klein, the event raised $100,000 from ticket sales and a $250,000 donation from American Express.

Photos courtesy of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

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giving back is the new black Companies who make us look good also do good. [by Robin LoRé] Most of us seem to know that life is all about the give and take, but designers such as Jimmy Choo, Diane Von Furstenberg, Donna Karen, Michael Kors and Ralph Lauren, to name a few, know something more. They understand that it’s not just kind to be a giver, it’s also fashionable.

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Ask any consumer who stands, undecided, before an array of enticing products. Most would admit that their decision of which brand to buy is largely influenced by image. The companies that honor philanthropy automatically project an image of responsibility, caring and respect for their community. Who wouldn’t want to buy that?

Some of the most familiar and most fashionable brands on the planet such as Armani, Bulgari, Burberry, Ferragamo, Gucci, Missoni, and Versace give back. From Benetton to the Gap to Tom’s Shoes, these well known brands have established a resonance with consumers who like what they’re doing to help others.

Fashion has long been on the runway for worthy causes, raising millions to relieve problems that affect us all. From breast cancer awareness to world hunger, poverty and education, and most recently, Haitian Earthquake Relief, the fashion industry has been there, front and center, to help sooth the world’s woes.

Take, for instance, MAC Cosmetic’s Viva Glam lipstick campaign. The fund was started in 1984 by MAC founders Frank Angelo and Frank Toskan to help make a positive difference to those affected by HIV/AIDS. The Viva Glam Red was a big hit and included spokespeople from the gay community such as RuPaul and K.D. Lang. One hundred percent of the price of sale goes to the charity and millions have been raised since its inception.

We applaud the fashion industries’ desire to make the world a better and more beautiful place. Their combined and individual efforts have made, and continue to make, a difference in our world and provide hope to those who receive the benefit of their aid. Their humanitarianism is inspiring.

We as consumers can do our part by supporting philanthropic fashion companies. Before you open your wallet, keep in mind those companies that give back for the greater good. Choose them over others, not just for their haute fashion sense, but also for the good sense of their benevolence. ● Ralph Lauren is an iconic fashion designer who has been giving back for years. <ralphlauren.com> Below: Jimmy Choo’s limited edition PEP bag in partnership with Elton John AIDS Foundation supports the Simelela Center in South Africa <jimmychoo.com>; for every pair of Tom’s Shoes purchased a pair goes to a child in need <toms.com>; all proceeds from MAC Viva Glam lipstick support people affected by HIV/AIDS <maccosmetics.com>; Kwiat jewelry created a pink version of its Signature Platinum Star earrings for golfer Cristie Kerr’s Birdies for Breast Cancer Foundation.

Additionally, fair trade goods companies such as Beads for Life give back by providing a fair wage, education and healthcare for global artisans. <beadsforlife.org>.

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This page: Ralph Lauren, Black Label short sleeve solid mesh knit, $185; Modern slicker yellow cargo pants, Ralph Lauren, Black Label, $395, select Ralph Lauren stores.

Opposite page: [1] Gucci rimless shield sunglasses, $330, nordstrom.com; [2] Apple iPad, from $499,apple.com [3] Kangol tropic 504 ventair classic cap $36, kangolstore.com [4] Bond No. 9 New York Fragrance, Hamptons 3.3 oz., $210, Sakâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sFifth Avenue [5] Footjoy My Joy golf shoes, $259.95, onlygolfapparel.com [6] Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s braided leather bracelet Haiti Relief, $200, paigenovick.com [7] Ralph Lauren Purple Label sport coat, $3,995; white pants, $395; navy stripe sweater, $995; yellow cashmere crewneck sweater, $995; Select Ralph Lauren stores [8] Tommy Bahama blue reef diver watch, $150, tommybahama.com [9] J Lindeberg golf shirt, $95, Nordstrom [10] Nike SQ Mach Speed Driver, $299.99, golfsmith.com.

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the statement hat

Function Meets Elegance

Wearing a hat or visor is an important part of skin protection during those long days on the greens – and with these fabulous styles, you don’t mind donning one! In fact, you’’ probably want to start a collection. Bold styles, colors and patterns turn your visor or cap into a statement piece! A daring print or color can be paired with a more subtle outfit and the results are stunning.

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1. Kangol Sweetcorn Cloche The Sweetcorn Cloche is made from natural corn fibers mixed with a poly blend to create a soft, comfortable and breathable knit. Cloche is trimmed with a tonal grosgrain ribbon band and Kangol metal logo is stitched on the side of the crown. $48.00 <villagehatshop.com> 2. Helen Kaminski “Provence 8” Raffia Hat This rollable and packable crocheted raffia hat is full of style and perfect for many summer activities including golf!

A hand rolled raffia string tie can be used for size adjustment while an inner neoprene band secures the fit. $148, <bloomingdales.com>

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3. Giving Back Betmar Two-Toned Roller Two-tone striped ribbon is sewn into a packable sun brim and trimmed with a light weight buckle and Betmar oval “B” at side. This stylish hat is rated UPF 50 [ultraviolet protection factor]. Betmar makes a contribution to The Colette Coyne Melanoma Awareness Campaign for every CCMAC tagged hat sold. $26.00 <villagehatshop.com>

5 5. Verona by Fila Both sporty and feminine, the Verona Visor is made from lightweight chino twill and features Fila’s motto, “L’arte nello sport,” [Art of sport] printed under the brim. The adjustable visor also includes Wet Mesh inserts, a moisture wicking sweatband and elastic loops to hold your sunglasses in place. $20 <fila.com>

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wrap, tie or twist it A Scarf is the Must Have Fashion Accessory Nothing

changes the look of an outfit quicker than a scarf and few things take

up so little room in your weekend bag.

Fashion

scarves run the gamut from

squares to fold in a triangle to accent a neckline or tie on a handbag to scarves that go to all lengths to twist, belt or swirl around your shoulders as a wrap. to

Fabrics range from rich silks and featherweight cashmere blends rayon, linens, cottons and eco friendly bamboo. And it doesn’t take

a lot of looking to find a scarf that fit your style and gives back to a worthy cause.

Barth and McCallig Golf Scarf Hailey’s Pond is the ultimate water hazard fantasy. Floating on the surface, bright water lilies shelter the luminous, dimpled golf balls and kingly Koi. Scarf is 36 in. X 36 in. and available in three different color combos. $125, <barthandmccallig.com> Prova L’Afrique Silk-Satin Scarf Wrap Prova’s white silk-satin scarf with black stripe print around your neck for an urban safari vibe that includes a beaded yellow and black fringed trim. Scarf size is 35 in. x 70 in. $465, <net-a-porter.com>

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Blues are Big News this Summer Reversible blue silk scarf, 66 in. long x 10 in., is indigo on one side, sky blue on the other with beautiful hand embroidery in contrasting blue.

Scarf is available from Ten Thousand Villages, one of the world’s oldest and largest fair trade organizations. Purchasing fair trade items enables artisans to earn a fair wage and provides the opportunity for a better quality of life. $48 <tenthousandvillages.com>

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life’s a cinch

Buckle Up with these stylish Belts A

belt is the little fashion accessory that could. It’s been around forever, pulling out-

fits together in styles that range from sporty to utterly sophisticated.

Today’s belts are – to any ensemble. On the golf course, in place – on and off the green. Here

all about personal fashion, making a statement or adding a subtle touch of class but always adding that perfect finishing touch belts can play double duty: they keeping things are a few that go the distance.

(far Left) Giving Back: Peruvian Blooming Belt Artisan-crafted with hand-woven wool and unique floral embroidery along the length, the embroidery on each belt is unique. All items in the Global Girlfriend brand are hand-crafted by women. By supporting long-term partnerships with the artisans, Global Girlfriend fosters equal employment opportunities, healthy and safe working conditions, technical assistance, and development strategies to help reduce poverty, one community at a time.

Price 68.00. <globalgirlfriend.com>

Note: When purchased through The Breast Cancer Site <shop.thebreastcancersite.com>, each sale also generates an additional donation to support the National Breast Cancer Foundation’s free mammogram program.

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Judith Leiber Belt Six large radiant cut crystals adorn a gold plated belt that adds instant glitz to a little black dress or a pair of jeans. $495, <judithleiber.com>

swanky belts These handmade buckles

by Nancy Zylstra feature precious and semi-precious stones – the perfect way to turn your belt into a stunning piece of unique jewelry! $185-$198, <ruswanky.com> ball marker belt Combining sporty fashion with function, the Original 1 Eyeron belt is made of Italian full grain leather and features a chrome finish buckle with a magnetic ball marker. Each comes with an embroidered velvet tour pouch that’s great for securing your valuables. Available for men or women. Women’s belt colors are pink, white, black or cognac. $79.99, <1eyedesign.com>

lion belt Rule the golf course – and the clubhouse - with this snug fitting corset style belt by Temperley London, featuring a bold gold-tone engraved lion head. $545, <temperleylondon.com>

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score some street cred Must-Haves for The Well Heeled Golfer

Comfortable

footwear can make or break a day on the greens.

Select

– and have the bag to When choosing a golf shoe, comfort should be the first priority. Pick a pair that offers the support you need for the game you play.

Do you walk the course, or do you have a cart? How do you stand?

Your golf shoes should add to your game – not take away from it.

And comfort is one thing that never goes out of style. a pair of shoes that feel as good as they look match!

Golfies by Unützer Tread brightly on the green with golf shoes designed in Germany and made in Venice, Italy.

The name Unützer stands for the ability to combine sport and fashion into the right mix of high tech and luxury. Price is approximately 320 Euros, <unuetzer.de> Other styles are available in the US exclusively through <ladygolf.com> Bella Naughty Navy

by Sandbaggers These “Mary Jane’s” prove that golfing is stylish. A narrow fitting heel and ample padding create a soft, snug fit – and built in orthotics will keep you comfortable on the course all day long. $134.40 < hersandbaggers.com> Ecco Street Premier A street inspired golf sneaker in bright meadow green leather sports perforated leather trim and purple laces. These golf shoes feature breathable textile lining with microfiber heel grip and removable leather/Cambrelle covered insole. $130 <ecco.com>

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Foot Joy Green Line Summer golf sandals from Foot Joy’s green line are made of PVC for soft, easy care water resistance with the look and feel of leather. These shoes feature pulsar cleats by Softspikes® the #1 selling cleat in golf. $80 <footjoy.com> Giving Back This fashionable shoe bag by Nicole Miller Golf will fit a pair of your favorite shoes and still have some room for tees and balls. Lightweight microfiber with water-resistant lining and vented to allow shoe moisture to escape. Pink ribbon pattern.

Dimensions 15” x 18” x 4.5”. Price $34. Bag is available through Golf Sophisticate, a company that is proud to donate Items to Susan G. Komen charity golf events each year. <golfsophisticate.com>

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weekend baggage Getting Away in Style

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Packing up for a carry-on bags to

weekend of golf?

From

stylish

functional golf travel systems,

there are many chic options available for your trip.

1. Classy Classic Gym or Travel Bag This classic gym bag by Lulu Lemon holds all your gear and is perfect for a quick getaway. It includes separate vented compartments for your gym shoes, clothes and a laptop holder, Price $88. <lululemon.com> 2. KERI Travel Bags This roomy soft-sided travel cover glides easily on four wheels and features a padded top to protect clubs. A detachable shoe compartment that can be monogrammed for a custom look. Price $265. <kerrigolf.com> 3. “Weightless” Luggage System Haul your golf gear in style using Train Reaction’s unique leverage system. Three pieces of luggage feel virtually weightless. Choose the combination that’s right for you!

Price $667-$757. <trainreaction.com> 4. Give Back Livestrong Duffel The Nike Livestrong medium duffel includes a separate shoe compartment and a mesh bag. It has adjustable shoulder strap, double handles, lots of pockets and an exterior water bottle holder. Plus, 100% of the price goes to the Lance Armstrong’s Livestrong organization. $45. <finishline.com>

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5. Perfect Weekend Latch onto his Tory Burch duffel with an adjustable cross body strap! It’s the ideal size and its laser cut logo and contrast trim make a confident fashion statement. $365. <toryburch.com>

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putting a round Your game hinges on your putter.

The green is where most of the cinematic moments in golf occur.

The simple task of rolling a small white ball into a slightly larger cup serves as the end of a 400 yard journey.

On the green, the drama is played out at close range. Will the ball roll too far, die short of the hole or fall neatly into the cup? How will the subtle slope affect the path of my ball?

With nearly half of all shots in golf being struck with a putter, it is, by far, the most important club in your golf bag.

That’s precisely why club makers continue to pour R & D dollars into perfecting this workhorse of clubs.

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1. Tour Edge Lady Backdraft GT The Tour Edge® Backdraft GT putters feature a variety of designs, from the most traditional to high-MOI mallets - and all feature a newly designed alignment aid. The aid, which is the same width as a golf ball, features a centered sight line for setting up your shot. The advanced TPE face insert delivers a responsive feel at impact, even on those delicate putts. $49.99 <golfio.com> 2. Ghost Putter Taylormade Rossa Ghost putters are designed to alleviate eyestrain by creating a stark contrast between its white finish and the darker blades of grass on the green. The putter’s two outer black top lines (on the opposite side not shown) are precisely ball width and the centerline helps in ball alignment. The Ghost also has a golf ball size hole at the rear of the putter providing a secondary visual aid. $159.95 <intheholegolf.com>

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3. Dark Ace The Profound Dark ACE uses double-layer alignment so players can easily confirm that their eyes are over the ball. The correct putter position results in the white top bars hiding the colored lines on the lower part of the club. While putting, if the eyes aren’t positioned correctly, the “motion control center” of the brain will compensate for misalignment by making unintentional movements of the body during the stroke, resulting in missed putts. The Dark ACE can help putters who have difficulty with visual alignment. Price: $359 <profoundputters.com>

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4. The Divine 2-Ball Putter Odyssey Divine Line putters feature putt-sinking technology wrapped in styling that is uniquely feminine. These putters were specially designed with female putting stroke and playing style in mind, so more weight has been shifted to the perimeter of the putter to increase moment of inertia and improve stability.

They also feature shorter shaft lengths so they don’t have to be cut down to fit women. $169.95 <dickssportinggoods.com>

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sunny delights Stay on Course with Serious SPF Action

Sun protection is the name of the game when you plan to spend several hours on the golf course. From classic sun protection like SPF products to clothing that blocks harmful UV rays, you can never be too careful. Avoid coming home with a sunburn by choosing products that will protect you from that dangerous sunshine – and nurture you after. Luckily, you can still enjoy the beautiful weather – if you’re well prepared!

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L’Originale Protective Beach Spray Treat your tresses right on the golf course! UV filter and anti-UVB polymers protect hair, olive oil nourishes, and elements like willow and rosemary moisturize. Simply spray on hair before a day on the course and go! Retail $22 <sephore.com>

PRESERVES Wine Blot Grape Seed Age Protecting Lip Treatment SPF 20 Long-lasting grape seed antioxidant enriched moisturizing Lip Treatment with SPF 20 nourishes and protects the lips from environmental pollutants and the harmful effects of free radicals. $24 <29cosmetics.com>

Skin Nanny Moisturizer LUSH The beautiful, rich cream rescues skin from wrinkles leaving it feeling firm, soft and well protected. Skin is pampered with extremely light organic jojoba and hibiscus oils that reduce the appearance of wrinkles and soothe. Plus, two sun protectors give skin the protection it needs to fight against the damaging rays of the sun. $46.95 <lush.com>

June Jacobs Micronized Sheer SPF 30 Weightless, oil-free, ultraprotective sunscreen cares for the long-term health of your skin every time you apply it.

Contains pomegranate, which provides the potent ageproofing compound, ellagic acid, known for its anti-oxidant energy and soothing and rejuvenating powers! $32, <junejacobs.com>

GIVING BACK Philosophy’s Good Energy Philosophy’s good energy high-foaming shower gel and bubble bath 16 oz. was created to gently cleanse and condition your skin, leaving your skin feeling soft and your soul vibrant. The uplifting citrus scent is the perfect way to recharge after a day of golf. 100% of philosophy’s net proceeds from the sale of this product are donated to Young Women’s Leadership Network. $20, <philosophy.com

M·A·C Tinted Lip Conditioner SPF 15 Condition lips and lock in moisture with M.A.C. protective emollient balm formulated with SPF 15, a sheer wash of color and an all-natural sheen. Contains Almond Oil, Shea Butter, Avocado Extract, Wheat Germ Oil, vitamins A and E. $14.50. [Use with M.A.C. VIVA GLAM lipstick, $14, because the full price goes to support their HIV/AIDS global charity.] <maccosmetics.com>

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discover your inner warrior [by Jasmine Brooks]

Practicing golf game.

yoga can be a wonderful way to better your

Golf

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ways.

Yoga is known for increasing flexibility, which means your golf swing will be smoother than ever before once you’ve begun practicing this ancient form of exercise. Not only does the improved flexibility mean that your physical prowess for the game will improve, but the overall calmness experienced during yoga will help you stay peaceful, focused and composed while on the course. You don’t need to be a pretzel or even that flexible to experience the benefits of yoga. Start off by practicing basic poses like “The Warrior;” the act of maintaining a posture for an elongated period of time will help you develop your concentration and balance.

Katherine Roberts knows. Fifteen years ago, when she realized just how much synergy there is between yoga and golf, she left her corporate job to spread the word. She’s been blending the two worlds together ever since. “The bottom line is that there are a few basic physical components that a golfer needs to have to play well,” explains Roberts, author of “Yoga for Golfers” (McGraw-Hill) and creator of seven specialized “Golf & Yoga” DVDs. She checks the elements off one by one: “Flexibility. Strength – specifically, core strength. Balance. Mental focus.

Yoga provides all of these things.”

More and more golfers are seeing the benefits of yoga. Yoga can be enjoyed as a weekly or daily class, or it is something you can do on your own with a DVD (perfect for travel). Once you’ve learned some basics, you’ll be able to better your pregame and post-game stretching routine. Find a new profoundness on and off the course by practicing breathing and meditation along with the physical postures.

Yoga before and after a game can give you the pre-round warm up that you need, bettering your posture and reducing common problems such as lower back pain. Yoga helps strengthen your core muscles, and upper body twists will allow you to make bigger turns. Improve your balance for those uneven areas of the course, all the while making your hips, quads, hamstrings, neck, and shoulders, stronger and looser than ever before.

Whether you’re a novice golfer or a pro looking for a new way to better your game by incorporating the age-old practice of yoga. Yoga is beneficial for people of all ages and fitness levels.

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getting personal

Private lessons with leadbetter without leaving the comfort of your home [by STEPHEN HAHN] Hands up. What if that trainer could be none other than David Leadbetter, the world’s number one golfing instructor? Well, if you have a Nintendo Wii system, and some 20 million America households do, “My Personal Golf Trainer” produced by Data Design Interactive should go on your list.

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many people need a personal golf trainer?

This new game, which is far more than a game, uses the Wii Balance Board and the Wii Motion Plus Controller to capture a 3-D “image” of your golf swing. All you have to do is take a swing, standing on the balance board with the controller in your hands and the software creates a real time image of your golf swing on your television screen.

Once your swing is entered into My Personal Golf Trainer, David Leadbetter then appears to give you a series of personalized lessons based on observed flaws in your golf swing using a vast library of instructional videos and training drills. It’s all remarkably easy and very informative.

Video swing analysis has become an integral part of teaching the game of golf.

The advantages of slow motion photography and freeze frame capability are powerful tools for the teaching pro, and provide an effective visual reference point

for the student to better understand his/ her own swing.

Once you’ve perfected your swing enough you can either take it to the driving range or play a full 18 holes of virtual golf, which are also included with the game. As you play you’ll have the option to analyze every swing, from drives to chips to iron shots to putts and Leadbetter tells you what you need to improve.

Surprisingly, I had a natural talent for swinging a golf club. My back swing and impact were solid, but my follow through needed work. Leadbetter told me that I rotated the remote a bit and my point of impact was too far away from my body. I made the adjustments and my shots progressively got better. Of course, a few of my changes sent balls spewing off in different directions, but I made progress.

It’s clear that most of Data Design Interactive’s work went into refining the

technology of the swing mechanics, but I’d like to see some more polish put on the visuals. This technology will no doubt, get more people involved in the game of golf. After all, more than 20 million households in America have a Wii system attached to a television. <mypersonalgolftrainer.com> ●

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there’s an app for that iPhone golf apps keep score, access rules and can even help improve your swing

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It has been estimated that more than 300 iPhone apps are created every single day. In case you have been hiding in the locker room at your country club these past few years, “app” is short for “application program” and is a term used to describe software that is designed to run on smart phones such as the Apple iPhone. Apps have been developed for every imaginable … well …. application. From bus schedules to sudoku, book readers to restaurant reviews.

In the mad technological rush to gain access inside your pocket, or purse, golf has not been left out. There are some very practical uses for taking your iPhone with you to the golf course.

For starters, your very clever GPS enabled iPhone can help you find a golf course nearby and give you directions at every turn. Basically, everything your little car navigation device does your iPhone does better.

After getting to the golf course, you can use apps to help you keep score, for yourself and your foursome. Several new apps, such as “GolfCard” and “ProCreative 09” allow you to ditch the old pencil and scorecard method and keep all your scores on your handy touchscreen. After the round, save your scores and these apps will maintain a record of your rounds for future retrieval and scoring analysis, like whether you score better on par-3’s or par-5’s. The software on your phone will also calculate your handicap automatically.

Rangefinders, those little devices which tell a golfer how far a target is, are the latest must-haves for the complete golfer. Luckily, iPhone owners don’t need to run out and buy an expensive rangefinder. Several companies have introduced software that enable your phone to act as on-course GPS system which tells you precisely how many yards you have left to the green. Some can even tell you how far your drive just traveled. Of the smartphone GPS offerings, “GolfLogix” and “ViewTi” are among the leaders in the industry.

During the round, if you are unsure of a golf rule, there is a new app, issued by none other than the USGA itself. The Rules of Golf, the official bible of golf rules is now available for the iPhone. Just pull out your iPhone, look up the rule, take your penalty and play on.

If you want to improve your golf swing, you can use your iPhone for that too. Using the video and high speed shutter functions already built into the phone you can capture your swing on camera for an effective swing analysis tool. Newer apps, such as “V1 Golf for iPhone” and “iSwing” can diagnose your swing and suggest solutions to problems. You can even send your golf swing video to your pro for a correspondence lesson.

If playing golf on the course is not enough to satisfy your craving for the sport, hundreds of golf and golf related video games are available for the iPhone, from playing on lifelike simulations of actual golf courses to putt-putt miniature golf.

And, for the first time ever, this year, millions of golf fans around the world watched The Masters golf tournament on their handheld screens using a special app issued directly by the tournament. Even those stuffy folk at the most exclusive country clubs are catching the iPhone craze. ●

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allure of the convertible Life in the fast lane is even better topless

[by THEO TYSON]

Pop culture is where icons and legends are born and vehicles are no exceptions – especially when it comes to top down driving. Americans have had a love affair with convertibles since they first hit the pavement and cruisin’ became as popular a past time as baseball. Infamous roads from Route 66 to Rodeo Drive were transformed into extended runways for Hollywood icons such as the late, great Steve McQueen – one of the original bad boys of the silver screen – to model their most expensive suits, ties and Cuban cigars.

With paparazzi taking its proper place in the front row, the ultimate statement accessory was a convertible.

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One of the most coveted accessories was the 1957 Jaguar XKSS Roadster owned by…you guessed it, Steve McQueen. He was the man every woman wanted that drove the car every man had to have…thus the romance began. Only 16 of these roadsters were manufactured and purchased new the XKSS was barely $6,000, yet this rare find has sold for over $1million. This roadster and 17 other of the world’s rarest and most brilliantly conceived cars from the 1930s to the mid-1960s, are part of a special The Allure of the Automobile exhibit at Atlanta’s High Museum through June 27. <High.org> Photo courtesy of the High Museum of Art, Atlanta, GA

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ENOUGH TO MAKE THE SEX AND THE CITY GIRLS CLUTCH THEIR PROVERbIAL PEARLS The perfect blend of form and function, the 2010 Maserati GranCabrio removes the need for compromise by offering four real seats. Just recently introduced in the United States, Maserati’s first ever cabriolet model of the GranTurismo, the Maserati GranCabrio, has been turning heads in Europe since late winter. Designed by expert coach builder Pininfarina, the interior appointments of supple leather and rich wood are enough to make the Sex and the City girls clutch their proverbial pearls.

Such beauty is not lost on the roads, however. With the longest wheelbase in the convertible market, the S Coupe does not disappoint with a 4.7 liter V8 engine with well over 400 hp and superior handling. Whether hugging the winding roads of suburbia, navigating traffic in the urban jungle or enjoying a trip to grandma’s house – the GranCabrio’s 6-speed automatic with paddle shifter will allow you to relax and enjoy the ride.

Available in six exterior colors with options for two tone styling on the interior, Maserati kept with tradition by opting for a clean, canvas top that slips into obscurity in only 20 seconds. Built for men and women alike, the Maserati GranCabrio offers power, sophistication and a certain ‘joi de vive’ worth every penny of the $90,000 price tag it carries.

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2010 INFINITI G37 CONVERTIBLE AN ACOUSTIC UTOPIA TOP UP OR DOWN COURTESY OF BOSE OPEN AIR SOUND SYSTEM This car is the socialite of convertibles. The Infiniti G37 convertible comes well equipped to handle anything with a modest 3.7 liter V6 engine and 325 hp with extraordinary handling and steering. Another impressive feature is the Bose Open Air Sound System by visionary engineer, Mr. Kazuhiko Otsuguro. The sound quality in convertibles has long been sacrificed alongside the sounds of nature, but with 11 channels of custom equalization, Infiniti has pushed the envelope and technology to offer its drivers an acoustic utopia â&#x20AC;&#x201C; top up or top down.

At first glance and with the top up, the convertible appears to be an identical twin to the coupe version, but make no mistake, the G37 stands alone. In less time than it takes to decide on dinner, the retractable hard top glides into its designer trunk revealing a virtual cockpit of comfort and luxury. A well laid out (read: user-friendly) dashboard highlighted with easy to read gauges and aluminum or wood trim accents the sinuous leather featured throughout.

A great car for a track day or an al fresco Sunday brunch â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the G37 is practical, playful and ready for whatever, whenever.

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When the open road is no longer enough to satisfy your need for speed, it’s time to take to the water in the Statement 42’ V-Bottom. The Statement begins (pun intended) from the time it enters the water, going from 0 to 60 in under 20 seconds and reaching speeds of up to 130mp. It is everything you’d expect and demand from a million-dollar boat. Each and every watercraft is customized to owner specifications with exquisite performance, power boat handling and intelligent design.

The V-Bottom’s Northstar screens, Mercury SmartCraft system view motorized dashboard monitor, luxurious leather interior is best in class when it comes to graphic design and paint. With accommodations for up to eight, the Statement is a floating oasis.

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IT’S BEEN FIVE YEARS FOR THIS PORSCHE, BUT PLEASE DON’T CALL IT A COMEBACK It’s a Porsche – need we say more? Or a better question – where do we begin? Introduced to the North American market in 1964, we have been waiting five years to see a new rendition of the 911 Turbo return to the roads, but please don’t call it a comeback.

Stealthily sexy, this Porsche turns heads for a second and third glance if you can catch a glimpse in the 3.1 seconds its takes for it to go from 0 to 60. The 911 Turbo S tops out just short of 200MPH (195 to be exact) with ceramic composite brakes to maintain control. With an added 30 horses bumping full horsepower to 530, Porsche still managed to retain respectable fuel consumption.

The cabriolet comes standard with 19” RS Spyder wheels, adaptive sport seats and beautifully supple twin tone leather interiors. All the classic colors of red, yellow, black and white are still available, however, a new ice blue metallic option is yet one more reason this car is the ultimate accessory. From quick trips to the mall for a pair of Christian Louboutins to jaunts at the cigar bar for a Davidoff – the Porsche 911 Turbo S will help you arrive in style.

2010 DUCATI 1198R CORSE SPECIAL EDITION THE MOTORCYLE OF YOUR MARVEL COMIC WORTHY DREAMS IS REAL. REALLY Ducati is to the motorcycle world, what Ferrari is to the automotive world – it just doesn’t get any better.

This new flagship, superbike Ducati 1198R Corse Special Edition is the motorcycle that has made an appearance in your waking dreams as a superhero or villainess speeding off into the dark of night. But you will definitely want everyone to see this Italian work of art. The raw power the Ducati exudes begins in the partially exposed frame, aluminum tank, new sleeker graphics and full Termignoni exhaust. A big and expensive toy starting well above the $40,000 range, this Ducati even comes with a “desk plaque of authentication” for show and tell in the office.

2011 BLUE AC1SL CARBON CYCLE THIS LIGHTWEIGHT MODEL DELIVERS ON SPEED, COMFORT AND HANDLING. Please don’t insult this cycle by calling it a mere ‘bike’.

Blue is known for building winning competitive cycles, and the AC1SL is no exception. For novices and pros alike, this lightweight model delivers on speed, comfort and handling.

With full customization available (base model starts at $7,800) cyclists have the opportunity to create their dream machine, including graphics and tube shapes. It’s ability to stay sure in and out of corners, immediate response to changes in speed and shifts in your body position adds to the engineering of the cutout frame that improves aerodynamics.

Weighing in at only 13 pounds in sizes XS-XL, the Blue AC1SL is built for performance year round.

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Parisian designer Jerome Coste’s new Ateliers Ruby line of cycle helmets turns more than a few heads. Inspired by old school helmet designs, yet created from the same space age carbon fiber used in Formula One racing, Ruby helmets are unexpected and exquisite down to the finest detail including a decadently padded nappa lambskin lining. Each helmet bears the designer’s Ruby crest inspired by medieval knights’ armor. Shown here is Bastille from the Ruby Pavillon Collection priced from $750. <boutiqueruby.com> ●

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This page: The Pavillon Cambon is a candy pink carbon fiber confection accented with chic chrome-plated trim and the signature Ruby designer logo.

And you have to love a helmet thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ensconced in its own padded red designer case. Opposite page: The Pavillon Aoyama features a glossy black and white traditional Japanese Rising Sun design. Sleek stripes and sleek details have you thinking about a long and winding road.

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southern delight Harrah’s Casino Puts its Money on a Sure Thing [by ROBIN LORÉ] It

wasn’t much of a gamble when

Harrah’s Casino decided to partner with celebrity chef Paula Deen this spring. The popular casino and hotel located in Cherokee, NC, at the entrance of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, is opening “Paula Deen’s Kitchen as part of a $633 million dollar expansion to the resort. The restaurant will be the first to be introduced to the public during the three year

2010. Adjacent to 1,800-square-foot Paula Deen retail shop offering Paula’s cookbooks, spices and food items, cookware, logo wear and gifts. renovation and is slated to open in late

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the restaurant will be a

Intended to be a full-service restaurant with seating for 404 guests, Paula Deen’s Kitchen will serve a la carte breakfast, lunch and dinner. The atmosphere will be decidedly “down-home” southern style and reflect the same cozy comfort of her now famous home and kitchen in Savannah, GA. Although this is not her first partnership with Harrah’s, it is her first a la carte restaurant experience with the company.

The Paula Deen Buffet, located at Harrah’s Tunica Casino in Tunica MS was opened in May 2008 and has become a favorite among visitors looking for a delicious, rib-sticking, southern style meal. A la carte menu items include many Paula Deen favorites such as The Lady’s Cheesy Mac, her deliciously moist Sweet Potato Buttermilk Cornbread, hearty and satisfying Sausage Corn Chowder, and her sweet, rich, cream cheese filled Gooey Butter Cake.

Even though she has been cooking professionally since 1989, Ms. Deen did not reach a wider audience until her collaboration with the highly popular Food Network. Her relationship with that network began in 1999 which led to the launching of her own popular cooking series entitled, “Paula’s Home Cooking” in 2002. Ever since, the chef has been in high demand for her warm personality, inviting drawl and, of course, her enticing, mouth-watering southern style recipes.

She has since launched a line of cookware products, spices and prepared foods, hosts two additional Food Network shows, has authored numerous cookbooks and even tried her hand at acting, making her debut in the 2005 movie “Elizabethtown.”

Her multiple talents ensure that both the restaurant and adjacent shop will be a huge draw for Harrah’s Casino and Hotel. And the chef seems equally excited by the venture as well, “I couldn’t be more excited to be a part of Harrah’s Cherokee Casino & Hotel,” commented Deen. “I couldn’t think of a better mix – southern food and casinos. It has all the ingredients for a good time.”

For golfers that good time is sure to include the resort’s newest guest amenity—Sequoyah National Golf Course. The 18hole, par 72 championship course was designed by Robert Trent Jones II and offers stunning views of the Smoky Mountains from every hole and an opportunity to work off one of Paula’s meal’s.

Even with her busy schedule the vivacious Deen always finds time to give back to the community. She contributes to her local chapters of Make-A-Wish, Susan G. Komen For the Cure, and March of Dimes. She also consistently supports the Bethesda Home for Boys giving them the $20,000 that she won on “Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader” and $100,000 raised by hosting guests in her home for a $500 per person dinner. She works with Helping Hungry Homes, a Smithfield Foods Initiative and made headlines by “taking one for the cause” as she was accidentally hit in the head with a ham.

By partnering with the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System she has opened the Paula Deen Academy of Culinary Arts at the Woodville-Tompkins Career Institute. Here students will earn culinary arts certification in addition to the high school diploma. ●

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all about eve A Little bit of Texas Comes to Vegas [by ROBIN LORÉ]

When

Texas the word BIG always comes to mind—big state, big meals, big hats and big personalities. The petite powerhouse that is Eva Longoria Parker wouldn’t usually conjure the word “big,” unless one was considering her tenacity. This tiny Texas gal expandthe mind rambles to thoughts of

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BESO Restaurant to Las Vegas. Additionally, the multi-talented star launched the first female owned night club on the Strip. EVE Nightclub and BESO Restaurant are located inside the 8.5 billion dollar “Crystals” CityCenter MGM/Mirage Las Vegas development.

The elegant, LEED certified green restaurant has become the stomping ground for A-List celebrities, with fans including: Prince, Victoria and David Beckham, Kate Beckinsale, The Black Eyed Peas, Zac Efron, Justin Timberlake, Jessica Biel, Hayden Panettiere, Jessica Simpson, and Salma Hayek. A patio overlooking the ARIA porte-cochere offers outdoor dining all year round for those who want to enjoy their meal al fresco. BESO, which means “kiss” in Spanish, offers a variety of steaks and seafood.

The menu is eclectic with a Latin flair and includes several recipes handpicked by Longoria herself. Some of the most popular include a killer guacamole and a savory, hearty chicken tortilla soup. World renowned chef Todd English presides over the environmentally friendly kitchen and ensures that each gourmet meal portion is huge and satisfying. For dessert, don’t miss the churros. This traditional, sweet, crunchy “Spanish donut” is done up in delectable, BESO style but without the fuss. Meant to be eaten by hand, they are the perfect end to a flavorful, filling meal—we dare you to not lick your fingers!

EVE is located inside BESO and, as mentioned, is the first female owned and operated nightclub in Vegas! Eva designed the club herself to provide an alternative to the “all boys” atmosphere that dominates the Strip’s nightlife. This hotspot features lavish VIP booths, floor-to-ceiling mirrored windows and 50-foot tall arched ceilings. Dance, mingle and sip the night away in this luxurious, visually intoxicating nightspot. The one-of-a-kind colossal video screens surrounding the dance floor are unique to

this club alone and offer a truly amazing dance experience.

However, for this A-list celebrity it is not all about red carpets and an incredible lifestyle. She is well known for her active support both in money and time to a long list of charities. She has represented Callaway Golf in its campaign to fight breast cancer, and hosted Eva’s Heros a charity golf tournament to raise money and awareness for special needs children.

Through Ophra’s Angel Network she gave a home to a Katrina victim and after the earthquake in Haiti, Longoria volunteered her time to George Lopez’s “Help Haiti” Fundraiser. She has since become an ambassador for aHomeInHaiti.org. She also helped Pepsi Co. launch the “Pepsi Refresh” project, raising money and awareness for her charity Padres Contra el Cancer.

In 2009 as a result of her children’s charity work and dedication to social causes, she was named philanthropist of the year by the Hollywood Reporter. ●

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good spirits Frida Kahlo Tequila distills its inspiration from a fearless feminist icon. [by Robin LoRé] The Mexican painter, Frida Kahlo, was well known for her flamboyant nature and the stark revelation of her personal inner turmoil as it was expressed through her art.

Colorful,

determined, talented and candid,

painted images that challenged the norms of her times.

Frida Kahlo Her refusal to succumb

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When Dorado, Pizzorni and Sons, set out to create an artesian tequila they could think of no one better to inspire their best efforts than Kahlo. Each retro inspired bottle of Frida Kahlo Tequila, bears her likeness as does the wooden stopper. However, as it was with the artist herself, the contents inside make it distinctly desirable. Each small batch is traditionally handcrafted and distilled from pure 100% blue agave in Jesús Maria in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico. The blue agave is indigenous only to this region.

Frida Kahlo Tequila comes in three varieties. Blanco is excellent for mixing perfect margaritas or as the base for other tequila infused cocktails. The reposado or “rested” version is allowed to age for six to nine months, thus making it smoother for drinking alone or for mixing a more refined cocktail. The añejo or “aged” premium variety is casked for no less than three years, resulting in a tequila that is meant to be savored, unadorned, as one would a fine cognac. Prices range from $50 for the blanco to $90 for the añejo.

In keeping with the food, beverage and alcohol trades’ history of philanthropy Dorado, Pizzorni and Sons saw an opportunity to benefit charities that aid women and children. As a result, they are working with the Frida Kahlo Foundation. Partnering with philanthropic minded restaurateurs, they are offering the “Frida Foundation Margarita.” A portion of the profit from each margarita sold goes directly to community non-profits assisting woman and children in need. By supporting women who, like Kahlo, are attempting to overcome adversity, they are indeed using her name honorably and well.

There has been some controversy surrounding the use of the artist’s name to brand a for-profit product with some groups saying that Ms. Kahlo would have been appalled. However, by all accounts, she never took herself too seriously, and may have even found the irony amusing. It is this writer’s belief that any venue, which acts as a catalyst to attract a wider audience to her work, will ultimately produce a positive outcome.

Coupled with the aid that will come to those in need from the sales of her “foundation’s” margarita, Frida Kahlo Tequila becomes an idea that’s easy for anyone to swallow. l

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a long awaited vintage emerges a refined red spreads its wings It’s no surprise that Roberto Cavalli used the butterfly to represent the third vintage of his Cavalli Tenuta Degli Dei 2006. Like this fascinating creature, this fine Italian wine took time to reach maturity and the result is the emergence of an exceptionally elegant vino. Three years of rest and the fruit of two different vineyards went into the making. Grapes from both Panzano in Chianti and the foothills of Florence were used to create a wine with great complexity and character.

Cavalli Tenuta Degli Dei 2006 harmonizes the aromas of aromatic herbs, balsamic overtones, and fruit with balanced acidity, firm structure, velvety tannins, and an extremely long finish. Currently, 25,000 bottles of this elegant masterpiece are being released to world markets. Look for it at your local fine wine dealer.

In usual over-the-top style his debut wine, the 2004 Roberto Cavalli Selection, a Tuscan IGT made with the assistance of Italian wine guru Carlo Ferrini, is available in special leopard print gift boxes. In addition to the specially designed bottle, the box contains two ornate black goblets. Cheers to designer fashion and wine!

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chardonnay proceeds fight breast cancer Chardonnay pairs well with seafood and poultry. However, ONEHOPE, a California wine company knows that it also pairs especially well with breast cancer awareness.

Why? The answer is simple. Women buy two bottles of Chardonnay for every one bottle of all other varietals combined. Because women are the most active supporters in the breast cancer community, it made sense to pair the pink ribbon with the most popular varietal wine for women.

Women in the U.S. have a one in eight lifetime chance of developing breast cancer, a statistic that ONEHOPE finds unacceptable. In fact, it was a friend’s fight against cancer that brought together the company’s founders.

ONEHOPE isn’t a charity itself, but a for-profit enterprise that donates 50% of profits to partner charities through the creation of cause specific varietals of wine. Other causes supported by their wine include aids, autism, our troops and our planet. Their Chardonnay is $18.99 per bottle, $120 for a 5-bottle wooden gift box, or $227.88 per case. You can also join their wine club. Details at <onehopewine.com> l

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alicia keys’ strokes of genius The masses show no signs of “Fallin’” out of love with Alicia Keys.

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Since 2001, when Keys’ debut album “Songs In A Minor” signaled the arrival of a major young talent on the music scene, her appeal has blossomed exponentially. And – in the process of bagging 12 Grammy Awards, 11 Billboard Music Awards, 5 American Music Awards, 14 NAACP Image Awards, and dozens more such accolades – she’s managed to avoid the typical hazards that commonly cripple skyrocketing artists’ careers.

Keys, 29, is firmly grounded in her art and her charitable endeavors. Growing up in New York’s Hell’s Kitchen, she’s said, filled her with empathy for poor and abused youth, as well as drug addicts, single mothers and under-appreciated teachers.

And her music speaks to the yearnings for love and respect that are felt universally.

She cavorts with pop culture royalty _ Jay-Z, Beyonce, Oprah, Bono _ while maintaining a common touch. Top fashion designers like Giorgio Armani, Zac Pozen and BCBG’s Max Azria clamor to dress her, but Keys seems to delight more in the forthcoming launch of her jewelry line featuring precious metals inscribed with inspirational messages.

It’s not uncommon for Keys to make impromptu visits to inner-city schools to applaud students who can’t afford tickets to her sold-out concerts. She also played a role in financing the groundbreaking Broadway production, “Fela!” that took New York by storm and is now poised to wield its rhythmic power throughout Europe.

Keys Performs ‘Minor’ Miracles model does best: lend support to worthy causes.

Partial proceeds from that auspicious occasion will benefit the “20 Centers for 2010” charity that hopes to erect free medical centers across the beleaguered continent.

Her philanthropy doesn’t stop there.

For nearly as long as she’s been famous, Keys has operated a foundation called “Keep A Child Alive” that supports families and orphans in

AIDS-ravaged Africa.

Keys doesn’t only attend and support charity efforts; she inspires them. “Keep A Child Alive” has a better chance of spreading its impact to India now that one of the world’s top female cricket players says she’ll follow the artist’s lead. Ebony Jewel Rainford-Brent told the press in the Far East this spring that, “(Keys) is a great example of what someone can achieve through hard work, dedication, and embracing the talent she has been blessed with.”

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Alicia Keys is scheduled to serenade a global audience (June 10) during the official kickoff party for the World Cup soccer championships in South Africa. Beyond affirming a decade of music industry dominance, the performance will emphasize what the singer-songwriter-actress-spokes-

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She’s not averse to endorsing major brands like Vitamin Water and Yamaha, but Keys still stands on certain principles. Two years ago, for instance, she insisted that a cigarette company’s billboards to promote her in the Far East be taken down before she’d perform there.

As if Keys needed any more confirmation of her piano-playing prowess, vocal virtuosity and humble humanitarian efforts, she had First Lady Michelle Obama as a guest at her spring concert in Washington, D.C. and was invited to perform at the President’s annual White House Correspondents dinner.

On a superficial level: the radiant Keys exudes confidence in her physique; which defies society’s preference for “stick figure” personalities. As with everything else, Keys demonstrates how beauty is far more than skin deep. ●

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Solid proof of that comes this summer,when the multi-faceted performer caps off a world tour in support of her fifth album, “The Element of Freedom”, with a featured opening ceremony performance on the planet’s most riveting stage: the World Cup in Soweto, South Africa.

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n her first book SWINGING FROM MY HEELS: Confessions of an LPGA Star, Christina Kim serves as a witty 25-year-old tour guide for one of sport’s most fascinating and unexplored subcultures: the Ladies Professional Golf Association. She is a straight-shooter and tees up a frank accounting of lost loves, plane rides, rental cars, rotating caddies, rough final rounds, torn eyeballs and scandalous 7-irons that made her 2009 season so memorable.

This boy crazy, hat crazy talented player dishes about life on the LPGA Tour where the competition is intense, endorsement money is spare and players actually root for their competitors. And as far as comparisons to the PGA Tour, there is no such thing as “equal pay” for equal play.

Although Christina is a two-time winner on tour and a key member of the victorious U.S. Solheim Cup teams in 2005 and ’09, she is not a member of the super-wealthy sports elite. She doesn’t win every week; in fact, this book reveals her experience with a title drought that’s gone past four years and an extended slump hits her in the pocketbook.

She is fearless, irreverent, controversial, and funny on the course and as an author. Christina writes about her body issues including her 40-pound weight loss in 2009 and the controversy stirred up by her nude, PG13 photo spread in ESPN Magazine. She also talks about being fined thousands of dollars for her overly exuberant on-course language, and getting booted off the LPGA’s player-director board.

Christina has been one of the LPGA’s most popular players since 2003, her rookie year. She’s a friend with all the girls on tour. And no matter how she plays she can be counted on to stick around and sign autographs for her fans.

This book takes you along on a captivating journey through her everyday life as a young golfer and her tour travels to Bankok, Singapore, Mexico City, Évian-les-Bains, New York, Japan, Milan, and Korea. It’s a fun read for anyone who wants to expand their golf library beyond how to books. ●

Feeling Naked on the First Tee

By Ann Kelly Golf is supposed to be fun, but taking up the game can be intimidating. Ann Kelly author of this book knows that and sums it up in her title. This handy little guide can get you from your first tee to your next and your next until you are completely immersed in the game.

“Feeling Naked on the First Tee” is a crash course in all things golf from terminology, to etiquette to basics about equipment, and apparel. It’s an easy read with engaging illustrations. But there’s no need to actually memorize the book; tuck it into your golf bag. You won’t be the only first timer to pull a copy of Ann’s book out of your bag to jog your memory.

Golf doesn’t have to be all uptight and serious.

This cute, stylish book does just what it sets out to do and that is to put women at ease and get them to enjoy the game. More women than ever are getting into the game and books like Ann’s are piquing their interest on bookshelves by showing that golf is more interesting than a lot of fine print and some technical swing illustrations that you can’t decipher.

Golf Girl’s Little Tartan Book

By Patricia Hannigan

After playing over 600 golf courses around the world Joel Zuckerman has more than a passing interest in what makes a golf course great. Here’s a hint, it isn’t the clubhouse. It’s the course and in this beautiful hardcover book Zuckerman introduces us to the brilliant and eclectic course designer, Pete Dye, who is a member of the World Golf Hall of Fame.

Over the years Pete has built a reputation on being a course designer you love to hate. His courses are as spectacular as they are difficult. Dye is a man driven to perfection and to mold ordinary terrain into masterpieces. He is also a colorful character with a special understanding of the limits golfers are prepared to endure.

Dye’s intense approach to design and to life is told with wit, humor and charm by Zuckerman and his courses captured exquisitely by photographer Ken E. May. For golfing dad’s this book makes the perfect gift. $50.00 <barnesandnoble.com> You’re Kid Ate a Divot!

Eighteen Life Lessons from the Links

By Jeff Ritter (Paperback – December 2009) Jeff Ritter, one of the world’s most prominent golf instructors and an accomplished writer, tells a humorous collection of tales sure to add inspiration to your game and your life! These true stories deliver the valuable life lessons within the game in a manner never before seen in the world of golf. As you read about “The Duck of Death,” “Squirrel Boy,” and yes.....a kid who really ate a divot, you will experience a newfound enthusiasm for the game and the uplifting messages a life on the links brings!

Paperback and Kindle Edition, $14.95 <amazon.com>

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Golf blogger Patricia Hannigan has a driving ambition: to get each of her thousands of female followers to play like a girl. She insists, it’s the way for a woman to excel at golf—and, every bit as important, to have a lot of fun doing so.

Hannigan entertainingly dispenses advice that’s sure to be useful to any woman intent on securing membership in the “boys’ club” called golf. Rather than focus on technique this little book teaches attitude, demonstrating how a gal who’s passionate about golf can use her feminine wiles and womanly style to her distinct advantage on the course.

Pete Dye Golf CoursesFifty Years of Visionary Design

By Joel Zuckerman (Hardcover - Nov. 1, 2008)

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titania golf Making Titanic Strides in Golfwear [by Kevin B. Johnston]

Vonny Collison went from “golf widow” to golf mogul in 13 years.

“I started playing golf in my homeland of Australia in 1997 after my husband and I had been dating for two years and I realized I was becoming a ‘golf widow,’” Collison says.

“I was always athletic and involved in many sports. I found playing golf to be very challenging yet rewarding.

“It didn’t take long for me to realize that the golf fashion ‘down under’ was challenged. I wanted to continue wearing my trendy fashion-forward clothes on the course, so I began designing my own collection and started Titania Golf that same year.”

Flash forward 13 years, and Titania is an integral part of women’s golfwear. “Titania Golf now has accounts from Australia to Alaska and everywhere in between,” Collison says.

She adds, “As well as being represented in many high-end golf clubs and resorts throughout the world, Titania Golf is licensed with the LPGA, is an official merchandise vendor at the US Women’s Open, the Solheim Cup, the Safeway Classic, the Tour Cham-

pionship, the LPGA Classic, the Kraft Nabisco Championship, the Tavistock Cup, and the Honda Classic, and is a national supplier to the Ritz Carlton.”

Collison attributes this success to an intimate understanding of the woman golfer. “Being a golfer myself helps me understand the women that wear Titania Golf apparel. We are athletic, take pride in our appearance, like to be unique and fashion forward, and want a comfortable, functional, durable product.”

But her empathy with her customers is not the whole secret to her success. “I feel my designs have all that, plus the added edge.

Unique details I like to call them, that will make you stand out in a crowd.”

And she doesn’t stop there.

She has championed new materials. “We have a special sports fabric that is made exclusively for Titania Golf that we have been using in many of our tops for the past 10 years, long before the sports fabric craze even began.”

None of that matters, however, if the clothes aren’t part of the game, or rather, if the game isn’t part of the clothes. Collison makes sure her designs make

playing easier. “All of our bottoms have four tee holders in each of the front pockets and the back pockets are designed to fit a score card,” she says.

Inspiration from golf is not all that Collison draws on in her designs. She says nature guides her thinking. “When I design a new collection I usually get my inspiration from nature.

“Growing up in Surfers Paradise, seascapes lead to spring/summer collections like Aquatic Curl and Aqua Marine, and landscapes lead to winter/fall collections like Tribal Dance and Australian Art.” Then there are some flashier influences. “Screen printing techniques with rhinestone embellishment give my newest collections, The Monarch and Trinity, that added edge, bling! This combination is unique, trend setting, fashion forward, and sets the stage for the future direction of Titania.”

That future direction is balanced by Collison’s reflection on how far she has come. “When I reflect on the last 13 years I am very proud of what I have been able to accomplish, but I am so excited about the future and seeing more and more women “Bling it On” with Titania Golf.” l

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Vonny Collison is not only inspired by nature she is a force of it, with a keen sense of business to balance out her creative side.

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birdy & grace Winning is in the details [by Kevin B. Johnston]

Being

Sharon Sunoo searched through pro shops, but couldn’t find clothes she liked.

“I started Birdy and Grace because I could never wear the stuff I was finding for women golfers,” she says. “I teamed up with Teress Stephens, and we’ve been together since the beginning. We shared design sensibilities. It’s very much a collaborative effort.”

Apparently their customers like the collaboration. Sunoo says some shipments of their designs have sold before the clothes get put on the shelves. “Certain items blew out. Customers were taking then out of the box before anyone in the store could tag them.”

She attributes this appeal to the company’s attention to detail.

“We have found an aesthetic of novelty by focusing on the details.

We use crystals, embroidery and nail heads, as well as screen printing and special button treatments, even lace. And all of it fits in with country club dress codes. We’re going to be launching some really cool trousers with some interesting detail.”

Apparently, the designs are catching on. “We tripled in sales volume last year, and in January and February of this year, we have

more sales than all of last year,” Sunoo says. She adds, “Compared to this time last year, we’re just a hundred times more busy.”

Perhaps part of the appeal is the company’s claim that these designs make a woman look and feel five pounds lighter. According to the Birdy and Grace website, “Pocket placement, length of plackets, incorporating novel details, choice of color of our clothes, all flatter the woman’s body whether she’s playing golf or not.”

Sunoo adds that there is another factor that attracts women to the clothes. “I think it’s the level of sophistication we offer. “ She adds, “We get calls saying, ‘Where have you been?’”

This success has encouraged the company to launch a national campaign. “We’re launching a national search for the next Birdy and Grace top model,” Sunoo says. “We’re going to find our Birdy and Grace Girl.”

She confesses that running her own clothing firm leaves her less time for the game she loves. It wasn’t always like that. When she was dating the man who would become her husband, “We would go on all these great golf

trips. Who wouldn’t want to go?

I started practicing at the driving range at Chelsea Piers. Their automatic ball feeders are addictive. I took to it. It was so much fun.” Not that she’s so busy that she can’t sneak away to get a few rounds in once in awhile. “We live 30 seconds from our neighborhood country club,” she says.

“It’s part of our life.”

Sunoo believes that golf is a part of a lot of women’s lives, and that women are demanding something new in golf attire.

“Our customers really care about the way they look.

“I think they have good taste!

It’s really humbling to see a woman wearing Birdy and Grace.

She knows the market and what’s out there, and she’s choosing our brand and bringing that to her golf game.” She goes on, “Our designs work with your golf game, but you can wear them when you go out with your friends. Our customers are finding other ways to wear our shirts other than just on the golf course. Like at resorts, for example.”

Sunoo thinks that her expansion may be partially due to repeat customers. Why? “A girl can’t have enough tops,” she says. l

Sharon Sunoo, left and Teress Stephens, right, are partners in Birdy & Grace, a firm that turns out fashionable yet traditional golf apparel.

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country club code compliant has never prevented Sharon Sunoo and Teress Stephens from coming out with fashion forward lines.

“Pocket

all flatter the woman’s body whether she’s playing golf or not.”

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greg norman collection The line gets a new infusion of style [by Kevin B. Johnston]

Dana Coppolino was a designer before golfer, which is somewhat rare in golf

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Dana Coppolino’s passion for fashion and golf go together. “I took my first lesson while on vacation in Florida at the Breakers about eight years ago. I had a great teaching instructor. He told me to ‘grip it and rip it’ and I was hooked,” she says.

On the fashion side, she came to the Greg Norman Collection via other companies. “My first job was with Ralph Lauren as an Assistant Designer for Men’s Knits and Sweaters. Next, I went to Nautica (still designing menswear). While at Nautica I took my first golf lesson - I loved the game, but couldn’t find anything that I liked to wear. This is how my interest in women’s golfwear began. I went on to launch a boutique line of women’s apparel called Verdina in 2005, and have been involved with women’s golfwear since then.”

Coppolino thinks fashion is integral to golf. “You have to look good to play good!” she says. “The clothing is designed to be both fashionable and functional. Our customer wants to wear an outfit that’s stylish, and also golf appropriate. She enjoys dressing for the game.”

Women may enjoy dressing for the game, but Coppolino enjoys dressing them. “I’m really passionate about what I do. I love combining fashion and sport. I focus on how the garments fit the body, and try to make sure each piece is as flattering as possible.”

She continues, “The main challenge is ensuring each garment is truly golf appropriate - collared tops, appropriate bottom lengths, proper pocket placement, and finding feminine functional fabrications.”

Having her finger on the pulse of women’s golfwear has given her insights into the future of women’s golf. “I think more and more women are taking up the game, and they are starting at younger ages.” According to Coppolino this is no accident. “Courses have become more women friendly, and I think the game is overall less intimidating to women than it’s been in the past.”

This surge of women’s interest in golf is paralleled by an interest in women’s golf fashion. “The relaunch of the women’s collection has created a sales boost in that category,” Coppolino says She doesn’t see this positive

trend ending soon. “I’m excited to see how the game of golf progresses with regard to women - There’s still a lot of growth opportunity on the women’s side. It’ll be fun to watch the game continue to gain popularity among women.”

To capitalize on this popularity, the company is branching out into other areas. “For 2010, we’ve launched a new outerwear collection as well as an accessory license for continued growth,” says Coppolino. And there are clothing innovations to come. “Fall 2010 is made up of three collections.

Southampton - this has a preppy look with a modern feel. Oxford Street - this is a black and white group with traditional fall patterns done in a fresh, edgy way. Paradise Island - this is our resort inspired group - calming light blue contrasted with chocolate brown and sunlight yellow accents.”

Coppolino says women’s golf— and women’s golfwear—can appeal to all ages. “The great thing about golf is that multiple generations can come together and play age is not a factor. And, the earlier someone gets into it, the longer they can enjoy playing.”

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Greg Norman, pro golfer and founder, with Dana Coppolino, new designer of the Greg Norman Women’s Line of golf apparel.

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she became a apparel. A cool job perk is getting golf pointers from the Shark himself.

“I’m

really passionate about what I do. love combining fashion and sport.

I focus on how the garments fit the body, and try to make sure each piece is as flattering as possible.”

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playing with the mojo Historic Mojo 6 Tournament Casts Its Spell in Jamaica The

dust has settled, the results are in, but the real story is how the unique, new

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by Walter Greene

Opposite page: An official Red Carpet kick off for the Mojo 6 Women’s Golf Tournament was held at the Iberostar Resort in Montego Bay. Top: Olivia Grange, Jamaica’s Minister of Youth, Culture & Sports, second from left, greeted guests along with CBS hosts for the event which included LPGA golfers Jill McGill, left, and Anna Rawson, right. Enjoying the kick-off party are (bottom left) Christina Kim, Brittany Linicome and Brittany Lang.

(Bottom right) Vicky Hurst, Mariah Stack house, Anna Nordqvist and Sophie Gustafson. This page: Rising to the top of a field of 16 players, LPGA golfer Anna Nordqvist wins the first Mojo 6 Tournament.

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The event kicked off with “The Red Carpet Match-Up Party, “ a lavish event held at the luxurious 5-star Iberostar Hotel & Resort in Montego Bay, where the girls smiled for the cameras at the same time they were preparing to turn friends into enemies in picking who they wanted to take on.

Pro-Am Tournaments dominated the next two days before the elite class of female golfers hit the green for First Round Tee Times. Played out over two days, the Mojo 6 included more than 30 six-hole matches in 30 hours. An impressive field of 16 players was reduced to a thrilling quarter final match of the best females on the course: Amanda Blumenherst played with Brittany Lang; Na Young Choi clashed with Suzann Pettersen; Tournament winner Anna Nordqvist battled with fan favorite, the effervescent Christina Kim and a focused Christie Kerr squared off with the young, fashionable Beatriz Recari.

And in the end it came down to the final hole, as All-American rookie Amanda Blumenherst faced off against former major LPGA champion, Anna Nordqvist, who bested the rookie 1-up over the final, tension-filled six holes at the Cinnamon Hill Golf Course in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Third place went to Na Yeon Choi of Korea and Christie Kerr of the USA placed fourth bringing to an end the first annual Mojo6 LPGA Tournament.

Raceway Golf is a totally new and exciting concept in the world of golf that preserves the fundamentals of the game, while adding cumulative scoring and the opportunity to choose your opponent. If the traditional 18-hole tournament is a marathon, then Raceway Golf is a sprint. “The incredibly unique format of this week’s event guarantees you will witness a level of spirit and competition like never before,” noted LPGA Commissioner, Mike Whan, before the event.

The competition was truly fierce, with some major players starting out at the First, Second and Third round Tee Times. Kristy McPherson, Song-Hee Kim, Brittany Lincicome, Morgan Pressel, Mariah Stackhouse, Yani Tseng, Angela Stanford and Sophie Gustafson all were in great form, yet they did not qualify for the Quarter Final Matches on the following day.

Even those that did not advance to the finals were all in great spirits. They were obviously impressed with a surprise appearance on the golf course by Usain Bolt, Jamaica’s Olympic gold medal winner and `The Fastest Man in the World.’ Many

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Tournament winner Anna Nordqvist, takes a swing (above), Amanda Blumenherst (far right) finishes in second place and Christie Kerr (right) takes third in the first LPGA sanctioned Raceway Golf™ event.

posed for pictures with the track star who also took a mini lesson from Christina Kim at the seventh hole.

The winning trophy entitled `Goddess of the Fairway’ was designed and created by noted Jamaican artist Basil Watson.

Jamaica’s Minister of Youth, Culture and Sports, the Honorable Babsy Grange, who made the presentation to the beaming winner Anna Nordqvist said, “Jamaica is the envy of the whole Caribbean.

It’s really wonderful to show how teamwork is effective, with all the parties working together. We started with a dream and now we have the top female players in the world to make it to Jamaica.”

Grange later invited all the players to come back, “Once you come to Jamaica you’ll know it’s the most fantastic piece of rock you’ll ever experience. We welcome you to come back, even when you are not playing - come to relax and enjoy our warm hospitality.”

Several Jamaican charities benefited from this prestigious golf tournament. Joy Young-Stephenson, co-founder of Mojo Marketing & Media, the company that organized the event, said that the Jamaica Public Service School Lunch Program teamed up with the the Jamaica Golf Association and the Ministry of Youth, Culture & Sports Kids Program, as beneficiaries.

“The Trelawny Sports Stadium in rural Jamaica will also benefit,” said Young-Stephenson.

“They need light and activities for the youth in that area of the country. So, many entities stand to benefit and I hope Jamaica will benefit on a larger scale and create interest worldwide. By that I mean investments and real estate, so that everyone can be aware of what our community has to offer.” ” l

GOLF’S MARIAH ON THE RIGHT COURSE With a famous first name and a career path laid out like a pavement of gold, 16-year-old golf prodigy Mariah Stackhouse takes everything in stride, always with a calm demeanor and extremely focused on her game. As one of the 16 female elite players that participated in the Mojo6 Woman’s Golf Tournament in Jamaica, Mariah was the youngest player and clearly one of the favorites. “Everyone is following her game and the other players really look out for her like a little sister,” said one of the excited spectators that followed the tournament.

“My goal here was to win a hole, and I accomplished that after I played the first and second matches. I’ve been able to hold my own playing with the top female golfers,” beamed the young star, who has been labeled the `female Tiger Woods’. “It’s the first time I’ve played with these girls and I’m extremely pleased with how I played. I love the course, it’s the fastest green I’ve ever played on and even with the wind affecting putting and ball tracking, it was great playing with the pros....Christina Kim is great, she’s kinda mothering me here. Kristy is very nice and offered me advice. These are all great professional women!”

Mariah, who is still in high school said she’ll definitely be going to college and balance a career as a professional golfer, “I want to study business management or medicine. I want to be an anesthesiologist,” A straight A-student, Mariah said she doesn’t feel in any way different from her peers at school because there are a lot of other great young athletes attending her school.

Born in Charlotte, North Carolina and raised Atlanta, Mariah said that she was destined to play golf. “My dad got me a golf club when I was like two and taught me how to swing.” By Walter Greene in

Sixteen-year-old golf prodigy Mariah Stackhouse is pleased that she held her own against the pros and said that she definitely plans to keep on golfing.

This Page: Actress and model Angie Everhart, who grew up in a golfing family and has been playing golf since she was a kid, loves the game and the fun of playing in charity tournaments especially the Michael Jordon Celebrity Invitational. [Photo courtesy of the Michael Jordon Celebrity Invitational] Opposite Page: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all in the game! Jimmy Fallon and his team show their spirit on course at the Murray Brothers Caddyshack Charity Golf Tournament.

[Photo courtesy of Caddy Shack Charity Golf.]

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charity giving back is always in style

[by daniel mitchell]

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Bill Murray, too. Even shock-rocker Alice Cooper has hopped aboard the bandwagon. The activity in question isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t some new-age diet craze, a cultish religious ritual, or the latest fashion fad. No, these seemingly disparate celebrities have something else in common: They all host charity golf events. alle

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And you thought politics made strange bedfellows. Halle, Bill and Alice have plenty of company, too, among the elites of film, music, sports and business. Long a magnet for stars of all stripes, golf has become every A-listerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite fundraising tool.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to see why. Golf has proven power to attract cash for causes. A recent study found the game contributes a staggering $3.5 billion annually to charity through nearly 150,000 events. Golf outreach touches practically every segment of charitable giving, from cancer research to inner-city education to support for military families. Of course, having legions of high-profile ambassadors never hurts.

GOLF GRIPS HOLLYWOOD

You can’t swing a 9-iron in Tinsel Town without hitting a civicminded celeb. Bing Crosby and Bob Hope blazed a trail in the 1940s. The on- and off-screen pals hosted annual gatherings pairing pro golfers with famous duffers on scenic California courses – a combination that proved immensely popular.

Bing and Bob have given way to a new generation of golfing do-gooders, and it’s not just the outfits that have changed. Women, once a rare find on the links, now take to the fairways in droves.

Especially when there’s a worthy cause to support.

Berry, the Oscar-winning actress, hosts an annual golf tournament benefiting the Jenesse Center, which helps families victimized by domestic violence. Berry’s sisters-in-arms include Catherine Zeta Jones, Eva Longoria Parker and Jane Seymour; they’ve all used golf to promote issues close to their hearts.

Not to be outdone, their male counterparts regularly light up the charity golf circuit. Murray has practically made golf his second career, delighting (and sometimes plunking) fans at numerous celebrity-centered outings. Each year, Bill and Brian Doyle Murray – alongside their four less-famous siblings – team up for the Murray Brothers Caddyshack Charity Golf Tournament; proceeds for children’s healthcare and education have exceeded $1 million since 2001.

Will Ferrell, Samuel L. Jackson, Michael Douglas, Joe Pesci, George Lopez, Don Cheadle, Cameron Diaz, Angie Everhart, Catherine Bell, Jessica Alba, Cheryl Ladd, Tea Leoni... all golfers who give through the game. .

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THE SWEET SOUNDS OF GOLF

A well-struck drive is music to the ears of recording artists from every genre and generation. The who’s-who includes Hootie & the Blowfish, hosts of the annual Monday After the Masters Celebrity Pro-Am. Every April, Hootie (aka Darius Rucker) and the boys always snag a boat full of pro golfers headed from Augusta to Hilton Head, S.C., then match them with actors, athletes and other stars to raise funds for the state’s less-fortunate youth.

Justin Timberlake has forged a strong association with golf in recent years. The pop sensation lends his name to the PGA Tour’s Shriners Hospitals for Children Open, and even owns a course, Mirimichi, in Memphis. Timberlake’s a pretty good stick, too, sporting a single-digit handicap.

Clean-cut chaps like Rucker and Timberlake fit snugly with golf ’s country club image, but the long-haired likes of Neil Young and Willie Nelson aren’t left out in the cold. Neither are the ladies. Celine Dion is actively involved with her family’s charity, which raises funds for disadvantaged kids with a yearly tournament at Celine’s own golf club in Montreal.

As for Alice Cooper, turns out he’s a nice guy after all. Since 1997, Cooper has held a pro-am benefiting Solid Rock, a Christian (yep) organization aiding Arizona teens

[Photo courtesy of hootiegolf.com]

Janet Jones, top, actress and wife of hockey great Wayne Gretzky, is a two-time celebrity winner of the Nationwide Tour’s BMW Charity Pro-Am at the Cliffs and twice a winner at the Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational. Above left, Darius Rucker, a platinum country music solo artist, continues to host the now famous Monday After the Masters with his former Hootie and the Blowfish band mates, who are all avid golfers.

Above right, New Orleans Saints Quarterback Drew Brees host of the 2010 Cox Celebrity Championship in Rancho Santa Fe, CA presents Actor Jack Wagner with the trophy and winning check. Brandi Chastain, bottom, World Cup & Olympic Soccer Champion, loves to play in charity tournaments.

I Challenge you to help us Find a Cure for Ovarian Cancer

Halle Berry, Ambassador for the Callaway Golf Foundation and the Entertainment Industry Foundation

Ovarian cancer remains the most deadly of the gynecologic cancers. That’s why the Callaway Golf Foundation, the Entertainment Industry Foundation and Halle Berry have joined together to bring awareness and funds to the cause.

Through $2 million in donations to EIF’s Women’s Cancer Programs, the Callaway Golf Foundation Women’s Cancer Initiative, established at leading cancer institutions nationwide, works to fast-track breakthrough treatments and tests to beat this disease. Until there is an early detection test for ovarian cancer, we urge women to become educated about this disease.

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cash of the titans

Business moguls are among the world’s most passionate golfers, but Donald Trump stands alone in his devotion to the game. Just ask him. For all his bravado, “the Donald” has championed charity through golf for many years. The Golf Channel program “Donald J. Trump’s Fabulous World of Golf ” pits big shots like John Smoltz, Tom Glavine and Mark Wahlberg head-to-head, with prize money going to – you guessed it – their beneficiaries of choice.

Other tycoons who mix golf with giving include Augusta National members Bill Gates and Warren Buffett. And while economic troubles have caused many high-profile execs to curtail their play, having the CEO show up at charity outings is still considered sound PR.

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Donald Trump, top, is known for big golf events such as the Trump Million Dollar Invitational and for supporting charity. The Trump National Golf Club of Los Angles gave $4.2 million to charitable causes in 2009.

Many sports super stars such as Emmitt Smith and Tony Romo, of Dallas Cowboy fame are players. Michael Jordan, left, hosts an annual Celebrity Invitational, which attracts a large following and is known for its big checks.

World-class athletes gravitate to golf like teen girls to the Jonas Brothers.

(Also golfers, by the way.) And while sports stars have been known to dispense with discretionary cash on friendly wagers, they’re extremely generous when it’s time to tee it up for charity.

Baseball and hockey players often make the best golfers (see Grant Fuhr, Rick Rhoden). And quarterbacks seem to have the knack, evidenced by Dallas signal-caller Tony Romo’s flirtation with U.S. Open qualifying. Super Bowl champion Drew Brees not only plays golf, he headlines the Cox Celebrity Golf Classic benefiting his Brees Dream Foundation.

Basketball does its fair share, too. Michael Jordan delivered more than $500,000 to the Make-A-Wish Foundation and 42 other charities following his Celebrity Invitational in the Bahamas this year.

Mike enlisted the help of a few friends, namely Julius Erving, Alonzo Mourning and Penny Hardaway. And that’s just the hoopsters.

PRO TOURS SHARE THE WEALTH

Indeed, corporate America considers golf good business, even in bad times. All but a handful of events on this year’s PGA Tour schedule boast title sponsors.

That firepower has enabled the Tour to generate nearly $1.5 billion for charity since 1938, when a $10,000 check from the Palm Beach Invitational marked the first donation of its kind. The LPGA has contributed nearly $200 million over the past 29 years.

The players themselves are actively involved. Veteran pro Joe Ogilvie has provided hands-on help in New Orleans and other areas hit by natural disasters, while Stewart Cink’s “Twee Off ” Challenge raised more than $78,000 for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta via Twitter. PGA pros even donned pink at the Crowne Plaza Colonial the past two years, in support of the “Pink Out” initiative benefiting Susan G. Komen for the Cure’s breast cancer advocacy.

On the ladies’ side, the LPGA launched its “Outside the Ropes” program in 2009, elevating players’ outreach efforts to a new level. Activity has been robust. One group of LPGA stalwarts planted endangered species of trees on a course in Rio de Janeiro in observance of Atlantic Rainforest Day. Others have visited cancer patients, made deliveries for Meals on Wheels, and pounded nails for Habitat for Humanity. l

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PGA spouses go tee to green for worthwhile causes By Daniel Mitchell

top photo: This spring the PGA Tour Wives added bowling to their repertoire of charity sports with the Shake, Rattle and Bowl event in conjunction with the Honda Classic. Proceeds went to the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation. above: Meagan Franks, girlfriend of the PGA’s Martin Laird reads to children as part of Operation LiteracyLiteracy Drives Dreams. left: Julie Petrovic wife of PGA player Tim Petrovic volunteers time to Habit for Humanity

The unsung heroes of golf ’s vast charity efforts may be the wives of PGA Tour pros. Since its inception in 1988, the PGA Tour Wives Association has done remarkable work for needy children and families through volunteer outreach and fundraising.

The non-profit organization’s recent initiatives included “Operation Literacy,” a campaign to foster improved reading and writing skills, and “Blessings in a Backpack,” which sends food home with children on Fridays. In 2009, the PGA Tour Wives Association donated to 49 different charities, including Blue Star Families (Alexandria, Va.), the Domestic Violence Project (Canton, Ohio) and the Happily Ever After League (Scottsdale, Ariz.).

The wives are so dedicated to charity that many are involved with projects outside the association. In March, a group led by Heather Crane, wife of Tour pro Ben Crane, took on an especially challenging mission, traveling to Southeast Asia to raise awareness of child sex trafficking.

The trip was an eye-opener for all involved. Joining Crane were Dowd Simpson, wife of Webb Simpson, and Athena Perez, Pat’s spouse. Working with Love146, an organization that seeks to end child sex slavery worldwide, the women visited Cambodia, Thailand and the Philippines for a first-hand glimpse at the physical, mental and emotional havoc wrought by the exploitation of young girls.

Back in the U.S., Tour wives are constantly busy helping society’s less fortunate. The association hosts a variety of fundraisers including auctions, wine tastings, fashion shows, cookbook sales and, of course, a golf tournament.

This year, golf was replaced by an event called “Shake, Rattle and Bowl,” which paired wives and girlfriends (“Strikes”) with their husbands and boyfriends (“Spares”) in a 30-team competition. The winner? Charity, of course.

The bowl-a-rama raised more than $38,000 for the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation and other causes near and dear to the Tour wives’ hearts.

Learn more about the PGA Tour Wives Association at pgatourwives.org, or follow them on Facebook at facebook.com/pgatourwives. l

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to any game â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and they learn to follow them, which is important. They end up talking about their lives and their problems without even knowing it. It changes them.

it stops with her

Cindy Chenier’s Passion to Stop Domestic Violence One Putt at a Time. [by Mary Welch]

Cindy Chenier wants to give Oprah a hand. What? It seems like Oprah is helping the whole world,” she says.

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like to take a little of the load off her and cut her some slack.

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thought her situation would change. “I’m a big believer in second chances.”

Eventually with her family living in Atlanta (thanks to Hurricane Katrina), good friends and golf, she mustered the courage to get him out of her life and move on. “Golf was my outlet,” she says.

“I could go on the golf course and know he wouldn’t be there. I felt safe.”

By that time Chenier had started a marketing firm that specializes in fundraising, golf tournaments and event planning. Called The Lady and the Caddy, the firm pairs businesswomen with professional caddies who offer golf tips. Her premise was that many women – even those who manage hundreds of employees – are intimidated taking their first golf lesson. The purpose was twofold: help professional women learn golf in a safe, non-intimidating, fun way, and raise money for domestic violence shelters. The first year, the group raised $6,000 and attracted more than 100 women. The next tournament will be in September. l

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Chenier’s work not only connects her to the victimized women and children, but it helps her reconcile her own past of domestic violence. Her release comes from helping others and for Chenier, golf has redemptive values.

“I love the game and that we’re helping not only victims of domestic violence but stopping the next generation of abusers,” she says. “I’m 47 and I finally found my passion in life.”

Although Chenier is quick to help others, she never envisioned herself a domestic violence crusader – until she became a victim herself.

A native of New Orleans, Chenier moved to Atlanta for work. She met a nice guy who “could have been the One” and moved in with him. Then the cycle of domestic violence started. He began mentally abusing her. “He’d say I was ugly or wanted to know where I was at every moment. Then we had an argument and he hit me. I didn’t know what to do.”

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Chenier may not give cars or gift people with thousands of dollars of “her favorite things,” but Chenier is not only making people smile but also helping them get their lives back on track, especially children who live in a violent household. She founded It Stops with Me, a nonprofit that assists children, ages 6 through 17, deal with the emotional impact of violence through golf and other sports.

“If a child sees his father hit his mother, chances are he will hit women. Or, if she’s a girl, will probably end up in an abusive situation,” Chenier says. “But if we can help that child see that violence is not an option – that it is not normal – then it can be stopped right there.”

She works with 20 children from juvenile courts, foster homes and St. Jude’s Recovery Center, an Atlanta nonprofit that deals with addicts and their families.

The program “shows them a different way of life,” she says. “They are growing as a person and getting counseling without even knowing it. They come in one way and leave another.”

“They really become transformed and also learn to understand rules and make corrections,” she says. “There are rules to golf – to any game – and they learn to follow them, which is important. They end up talking about their lives and their problems without even knowing it. It changes them.”

Held on her 11-acre property north of Atlanta, the program consists of children rotating through four different sports – horseback riding, soccer, tennis and – oh yes -- golf, all attended by a play therapist in two four-week summer sessions.

The therapists help the children deal with their emotions of bitterness, self-esteem, anger and forgiveness. Her goal is to make the camps year-round, and then go national and internationally.

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Royal Caribbean’s newest megaship, Oasis of the Seas -- the 16 decks and 2,700 staterooms. Each time a new mega ship is launched it ups the game for all other cruise ships to compete for passengers. Royal Caribbean is one of the leaders in cruise ship amenities, being the first cruise line to offer ice skating rinks, rock climbing walls, and surf simulators on its megaships. Photo courtesy of Royal Caribbean International looking for something new, book a cruise on

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While most of today’s cruise ships offer amenities such as 24-hour buffets, Vegas-like entertainment, casinos, spas and fitness centers, pools, Jacuzzis, and activity camps for kids; Oasis of the Seas offers a lot more. The megaship boasts Central Park -- the first living park at sea, the first zip-line at sea, 28 loft suites with floor-toceiling windows, nine specialty restaurants with cuisine from burgers to fine dining, and an oceanfront amphitheatre. And like Royal Caribbean megaships before it Oasis also has an ice skating rink, casino, children’s play area, several night clubs, and a nine-hole miniature golf course.

The ship sails to St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; Philipsburg, St. Maarten; and Nassau, Bahamas. And in May began alternating the Eastern Caribbean route with a Western one, with stops in Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico; and their private island of Labadee, on the north coast of Haiti. The island has not been affected by the earthquake. However,

Royal Caribbean has been involved in relief efforts to Haiti.

The cruise line has already delivered more than 1,700 pallets of food, including rice, dried beans, powdered milk, water, and canned goods. And 100 percent of net revenue to the destination will be donated to the relief effort.

Passengers on any Royal Caribbean cruise can also get involved by donating to Food for the Poor’s Haiti Relief fund through their onboard cruise account, or by going to foodforthepoor.org/royalcaribbean. com.

Royal Caribbean partnered with the government of Haiti to upgrade the amenities and activities for the Labadee port of call. Passengers can enjoy private beach cabanas, yoga classes, spa services, an expanded artisan market, and a new rollercoaster which offers a high speed ride through beautiful flora and rock formations. The island also offers a more than

Top right photo courtesy of One and Only Resorts. All other photos courtesy of Royal Caribbean International.

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There are also new activities and excursions available at the Eastern Caribbean ports of call. In St. Maarten, adventure seekers can enjoy a new 930-foot zip-line, while St. Thomas offers a new “Spotlight 5-Star Island Tour” – the first island tour in the Caribbean to offer headset commentary. And not to be outdone, Nassau offers golf fans a nine-hole round at One & Only Golf Course exclusively for Royal Caribbean guests and those visiting Atlantis, Paradise Island. Summer rates start around $1,200 per person/double occupancy for an inside cabin, to about $3,000 for a deluxe suite. <oasisoftheseas.com> l

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[by jane collins] For the past decade Royal Caribbean International has been a corporate sponsor of the Make-A-Wish Foundation® program that grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions. Royal Caribbean has welcomed aboard more than 1,300 children, fulfilling their wishes to go on a cruise.

Michael Jordan, regarded as the greatest basketball player of all time, serves as Chief Wish Ambassador for the foundation. In this role he leads the Wish Ambassador Council and acts as a national spokesman. When Royal Caribbean officially launched the Oasis of the Seas in November 2009 Michael was onboard for the inaguaral event with a special group of Make-A-Wish Foundation® children and their parents.

Even before being named as Chief Wish Ambassador, Jordan personally granted more than 175 wishes during the past two decades. “Granting children’s wishes through the Foundation has always been important to me,” said Jordan. “It’s a truly humbling, inspiring experience to

see the smiles and joy that granting a wish brings to a child. I want to help even more children have that same opportunity.”

Since 1980 when the Make-A-Wish Foundation® began it has reached more than 174,000 children around the world.

An estimated 27,000 children are diagnosed with life-threatening medical conditions in the United States each year.

Make-A-Wish is now one of the world’s most well-known charities. A network of nearly 25,000 volunteers serve as wish granters, fundraisers, special events assistants and in numerous other capacities to enable the foundation to grant wishes.

Michael Jordan, Chief Wish Ambassador for Make-A-Wish Foundation and some special MakeA-Wish children helped launch the Oasis of the Seas.

Cruises are a popular choice made by the foundation’s children and Royal Caribbean has carried them to destinations around the world and contributed more than $2.8 million in in-kind services and $372,000 in discount savings through its Wishes at Sea program. Through employee and passenger fundraising, it has also donated more than $480,000 and 460,000 frequent flier miles. <wish.org>l

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The Loews Atlanta Hotel just may be the perfect hotel. It certainly is the most perfect Located in the heart of Midtown on 11th Street, the Loews combines the ultimate in comforting hospitality.

Boasting 414 guestrooms the hotel has 44 suites, each spaciously designed with oversized desks, floor-to-ceiling windows, and fourfixture baths. Windows are everywhere – even in the hallways – so that sunlight and the Atlanta skyline are viewed with every turn of the head. Although Piedmont Park is a few steps away, the room’s amenities will make you want to linger rather than explore the city.

The bed boasts 300-thread-count cotton bed linens with down comforters and oversized pillows. Complimentary toiletries are by Lather and robes are by Chadsworth & Haig. Two of our favorite amenities were the Keurig pod coffee and tea maker along with the in-room laptop safe. Each room has a 37-inch HD flat screen television, plus a 15-inch panel television in the bathroom.

When you’re ready to dine, the Loews signature restaurant, eleven, is perfect for a wonderful evening with its emphasis on Southern cuisine prepared in a healthy, fresh, and contemporary style using seasonal, locally grown products. While the dinner menu cries out for a relaxed and romantic evening, at lunch, eleven is all abut speed and good food. Eleven now offers time-sensitive guests the “elevenminute” lunch with appetizer, main course/sandwich and dessert.

Need to have a drink and relax, go no farther than bar eleven, a neighborhood hotspot with midtown views, live music four nights a week, and the best beverages and bar bites in the South. Order the Loews Atlanta Hotel’s signature cocktail, the Lavender Drop Martini made with fresh lavender leaves, lemon juice, Ciroc Vodka and simple syrup, or any of the other signature cocktails from Loews’ other 18 hotels.

Coming later this summer is exhale, a 22,000-square-foot spa that will feature its Core Fusion® studio and yoga classes, a 7,000 square-foot luxury gym, spa healing services, and wellbeing programs. Exhale will have a Wellbeing retail apothecary; a beauty bar for express WellBar services; grooming stations and infrared saunas; a quiet lounge and 14 therapy rooms.

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area’s best golf courses: Bobby Jones Golf Course and Candler Park. Named after famed golfer and Georgia native Bobby Jones, the first course built in 1932, is an 18-hole, par 71 course recently renovated with new Champion Bermuda greens.

The Candler Park Golf Course is a unique nine-hole executive course near the Little Five Points and Virginia-Highlands areas. There are four par 4’s and five par 3’s and it is a walking-only facility.

The Loews Atlanta Hotel is a hot, trendy and welcomed neighbor to the Midtown area. Loews Hotels are also part of a national charity program called Good Neighbor. Even though it’s new to the area, the hotel is already supporting the Atlanta children’s shelter. Drop by, have dinner or a drink or spend the night. You’ll be glad Loews Atlanta is right around the block. l

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You’ve just decided that golf is your new game, but you’re going to start playing on your terms. And that calls for a little vaca not only to relax but also to take on your challenge in new surroundings where the only people you know are the friends you’ll be taking with you.

And they’re learning the game too.

There’s no shortage of upscale resorts with long lists of amenities including 18 holes of golf, but why not go somewhere entirely new that just opened this year? Several new Caribbean resorts beckon including one on the picturesque island of Curacao in the Dutch Antilles. Island golf. You already like the sound of it because waves are the soundtrack for your perfect vacation.

So, Curacao you muse. Isn’t that like the blue liqueur drinks with the little umbrellas? You’re right. The island of Curacao is the source for its main ingredient, the exotic citrus fruit called laraha. But the real draw to this island isn’t absorbed through a straw, but maybe through the brim of a straw hat as you focus on the island’s new 350-room beachfront Hyatt Regency Curacao Golf Resort, Spa and Marina.

You can test just how good your peripheral vision is behind those designer shades because the resort provides sweeping, uninterrupted, blue water views on three sides. This new luxury resort offers the island’s only 18-hole championship resort golf course, Old Quarry, designed by none other than Pete Dye. In

case you haven’t heard, Dye’s genius is in providing challenging shots for even the most skilled golfers. A lot of expert golfers like to talk about the challenges of his courses and their effect on their scores.

Although golf is ostensibly the main reason you’re seeking this remote paradise, the resort’s Atabei spa, an eco-friendly holistic retreat infused with the island’s ancient traditions and rituals, could be an equally powerful sway. However, if exercise and more exercise is on your agenda, you can choose from several different venues including a 24-hour fitness center, jogging trail, tennis and volleyball courts, and three outdoor pools.

The resort, part of a 1,500-acre luxury community, located just 25 minutes from Curacao’s capital city of Willemstad, has everything including a dive and water sport facility. So you don’t have to choose between exploring the greens and the incredible blue ocean around you, do both. Prices start from $199 per room, per night.

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This page: While staying at this new Curacao Hyatt Regency Golf Resort you’re sure to enjoy Pete Dye’s 18-hole championship golf course known as Old Quarry. The views are spectacular. Opposite page top: The property has every amenity you could want including three outdoor pools to enjoy. Bottom left, the resort’s rooms are bright, spacious and brand new. Bottom right, the welcoming lobby sets the tone for your stay.

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Golfing couples, especially, will want to enjoy the newly opened all inclusive Sandals Emerald Bay on Great Exuma, Island in the Bahamas. This sprawling 500-acre luxury island retreat has it all including private butlers for guests an 18-hole Greg Norman-designed championship golf course, and a full-service 17acre deepwater marina, marina.

It’s a posh property in a penultimate tropical setting with 183 beachfront rooms and suites featuring terraces or balconies overlooking mesmerizing Emerald Bay. Guests are catered to throughout their stay with their own personal butler who greets them upon arrival with a Kir Royale and chocolate-covered strawberries. And that’s just the beginning of the pampering.

Whether guests choose a room or a suite, a personal butler opens the door, unpacks your bags, pours your first glass from a bottle of sparkling wine and awaits your beck and call to draw a scented bubble bath, or serve a private meal on the terrace.

The resort’s butlers, who are trained by the elite, London-based Guild of Professional English Butlers, confirm guests’ preferences before they arrive.

Wi-Fi Internet access, flat-screen televisions, DVD players, and iPod docking stations are at your fingertips. But immersed in Frette linens, down duvets and pillows they may have to wait until after your nap. After all, you want to bring your best game to the Emerald Reef Golf Club, a stunning, 18-hole

Greg Norman-designed golf course.

Native vegetation dots the 7,200-yard, par-72 championship course. Its first 10 holes wind through a mix of seaside dunes and Mangrove preserves while holes 11 through 18 play along the rocky peninsula offering unparalleled views of the turquoise Emerald Bay. After a day on the greens you’ll be ready for a superb dining experience from one of Sandals Emerald Bay five gourmet restaurants. You’ll find a variety of cuisines from Mediterranean to Italian and a range of venues including romantic dining under the stars at the oceanside Barefoot by the Sea restaurant. Here you can enjoy Barefoot Surf & Turf: beef tenderloin and local lobster with creamed spinach, hand cut fries, Béarnaise butter and cherry tomatoes.

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cap cana’s elegant new secrets sanctuary resort

Out of the Blue There’s A Jack Nicklaus Green [by DOT ANDERSON]

Call to mind all of the adjectives that have ever been rolled out to describe a tropical setting with true unspoiled splendor and you’ll have a good idea of what to expect from the new Secrets Sanctuary Resort in Cap Cana. It is a tropical bouquet of amenities arranged with great artistry of architecture and interior design.

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future. This trio of courses will make Cap Cana prime turf for all Jack Nicklaus enthusiasts.

Besides great scenery, superb golf and a serene spa, the remaining key ingredient for any unforgettable resort vacation has to be the food. At Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana, you can enjoy the artistry of noted chefs who stir up an exciting blend of flavors in the resort’s Blue Marlin restaurant where choices of fresh seafood entrees abound to pan Asian favorites at the Wok. Talented mixologists can surprise you with island drinks, reserve wines and small batch spirits. When making dining plans, remember a seaside candlelit dinner for two.

Secrets Sanctuary is less than ten minutes from the Punta Cana International Airport, which has daily direct services from major cities throughout the US, Europe, and Latin America. A junior suite for two all inclusive for seven days will cost around $3,000 plus airfare. <secretsresorts.com> l

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Marble, tile and rich wood grace the resort’s 175 finely -appointed accommodations. As you walk from your room to the beach or pool you’ll be captivated by your surroundings. And, whether you’re enjoying the beach or floating around in Secrets’ massive saltwater pool, you can’t help but feel refreshed. But it is inside Secrets Spa where you’ll feel a complete sense of renewal in a serene setting where you can look out on the ocean from the spa’s Jacuzzi or plunge pool.

As a Secret’s Sanctuary Resort guest you’re also entitled to play the already world-renowned par 72 Punta Espada course designed by Jack Nicklaus. Eight holes of this Cap Cana wonder play along and over the sea and from all points of the course, golfers have extraordinary views of the Caribbean and can already boast one of the most photographed holes on the planet.

A second Nicklaus course, the Las Iguanas, is currently under construction and a third course is on the drawing boards for the

sweetspotGolf Resorts

teeing up the ryder cup

Celtic Manor Resort hosts the competition, but Wales has a lot more to offer golfers [by Mary Welch]

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Wales and Scotland are both under the banner of the United Kingdom. Scotland is certainly better known to Americans and, of course, St. Andrew’s is the birthplace of golf. But Wales, the tiny country southwest of Scotland is claiming its fair share of fame this year as it is hosting the Ryder Cup for the first time.

Wales is a fascinating country; here are a few statistics. There are 3 million people and 12 million wooly sheep that graze on the hillsides and cliffs. There are 200 golf courses, which rounds out to about a golf course for every 15,000 people – not bad for a country that is about the size of Massachusetts. There are more than 600 castles for those who need a history fix.

Wales is a country for those who love the outdoors – as well as a nice warm pub. It’s as green as Ireland with three national parks and five areas of outstanding natural beauty. It’s the perfect country to hike, cycle, climb, or walk along the 755 miles of coastline and, of course, golf.

Wales dates back to the Iron Age, which was before the Celts arrived in 500 to 100 BC. In 1,000 BC, groups were already farming Wales and mining its rich stock of copper ore. Although English is the preferred language, Wales is officially bilingual with about 20 percent still speaking Welsh. Legend has it that King Arthur fought a duel with an ogre on the side of Mount Snowdon, which at 3,560 feet is the highest point in both England and Wales.

But this fall, all eyes will fall on this country of contrasts, as the Ryder Cup will set up home at Newport. Golf is a passion in Wales and its courses are as delightfully quirky as the country. Llanymynech Golf Club, for instance, has 15 holes in Wales and three in England. On the fourth hole, tee off in Wales, putt in England, and return to Wales three holes later! The Chirk Golf Centre has the second longest hole in Britain, measuring a daunting 1,992 feet.

Or, if you want a challenge, play the Royal St. David’s Golf Club in Harlech. Only twice do successive holes proceed in the same direction.

Let’s keep this going. A game at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club is rarely played without a wind. In 1990 the wind was so strong it blew the professional’s shop away, and the remains were found in the parking lot the next morning. Nefyn and District Golf Club has been compared with playing on the deck of an aircraft carrier – you can see the sea from every tee on the course. West Monmouthshire Golf Club has the highest course in Great Britain as recognized by the Guinness Book of Records. The 14th tee is the highest point standing at over 1,500 ft. above sea level.

While all of these are great courses, all eyes this fall will be on The Celtic Manor Resort, which boasts two hotels and three championship courses. Home to the 2010 Ryder Cup, the Celtic Manor Resort, located in the south city of Newport, has 403 bedrooms and is set on 1,400 acres of panoramic parkland.

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Opposite page: top, Even in a land of 600 castles the Celtic Manor Resort Hotel is an imposing structure with not one, but three championship golf courses. bottom, The golf courses offer up challenging holes in an exquisite natural setting. This page: top, The Twenty Ten Clubhouse is sure to be a memorable part of The Ryder Cup experience; middle, The spa at Celtic Manor offers an exquisite relaxing experience. bottom, The soaring atrium of the Celtic Manor welcomes guest to what is sure to be a satisfying stay and an exciting tournament.

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Opened in 2007, The Twenty Ten is the first course to have been designed specifically to host The Ryder Cup. In fact, more than $20 million has been invested in building the new course, clubhouse and surrounding infrastructure for the event.

With water hazards on half its holes, the course presents many memorable challenges to golfers. Spectators are also supremely well catered to with three large viewing platforms below the 16th, 17th and 18th holes, which will allow them to view the action as it unfolds.

The course is further complimented by The Twenty Ten clubhouse, which has a stunning location on the hillside overlooking the 18th green.

These new additions sit alongside two other championship courses, a 330-room, 32-suite five-star resort hotel, an historic 19th century Manor House hotel with 70 bedrooms, 5 restaurants, two spas and health clubs.

For those who like to celebrity watch, be on the lookout for Welsh actress Catherine Zeta-Jones, who is not only an avid golfer (along with her husband Michael Douglas) but is famed for her charity work, both in Wales and the United States. The Academy Award winning actress is the patron of Longfields Day Center, which is located in Swansea and provides support to adults (19 years of age and over) with any form of cerebral palsy or other related disabilities, and to their caregivers. The center provides a range of services that are tailored to meet the individual needs of its service-users.

Ian Woosnam, captain of the successful European 2006 Ryder Cup, says golfing is special in his native country, and he is excited that the world will now discover it. “There is more to golf than playing. Our clubhouses share a special talent for hospitality – the friendly bar, the inevitable snooker table, the animated discussions,” he said. “People who think golf is a snobbish game should visit a Welsh clubhouse. Uplifted noses are not encouraged. We specialize more in laughter and banter. The clubhouses haven’t changed throughout the years and I hope they never will.”

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This page: Noella Coursaris burst onto the fashion scene when she was discovered in a model search

by Agent Provcateur. She loves the travel and endless stream of clothing on fashion shoots, but off the catwalk or set she relishes the comfort of a tee shirt and jeans.

Opposite page: Noella returns to the Congo often as the founder of the Georges Malaika Foundation, the organization that she created in her fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name to help provide the young girls of her homeland with educational opportunities.

Model Behavior:

Noella fights for schools

Born in the Congo, international model Noella is on a mission to educate the children of her homeland. [by A. Scott Walton ]

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Education has proven itself to incite change for hundreds of years.

It is perfectly attainable for all that have been given an opportunity to learn.

This page: Noella is an international beauty, but she has the rare quality of being beautiful inside as well.

Modeling has provided her with an enviable career, but helping others is what really makes her day. Opposite Page: When she believes in something, Noella speaks up lending her voice to the causes that are important to her

For Noella, who was sent to be educated in Europe at age 5 after her father died unexpectedly, Africa remains her motherland. Being re-introduced to her home, and her own mother, after 13 years of detachment is what inspired her life’s mission.

To accomplish her goals three years ago she created the Georges Malaika Foundation (GMF) and has not wavered in her quest to grant the Congolese the educations they deserve but are blocked from attaining. (“Georges” is her late father’s first name; “Malaika” is the Swahili word for “angel”.) Noella has achieved a great deal for the foundation against tremendous odds.

Late last year, she served as the welcoming ambassador for the DRC (formerly Zaire) as Khalilah Ali, Muhammad Ali’s daughter, visited to commemorate the event that put the impoverished nation on the world’s radar. While there, she and Khalilah laid the cornerstone for the first Georges Malaika school, a school building that represents real change that Congolese girls can believe in and which should open in late 2010 or early 2011.

Sadly, Noella says that the girls who will one day attend the school are those who have been cast from their homes as a result of ‘sorcery’ accusations or a mere inability to be supported by their families.

Through her fundraising efforts, even before the school opens, an inaugural “Sixteen Girls” group now receives full scholarships to attend the precious few private schools open to them in the Congo. “I always wanted to do something for my country and the best thing to do is to pass on to others the same opportunity that was given to me,” said Noella.

“Education may be the solution to the majority of problems that are not only plaguing my country but the rest of the continent and the world,” she said. “Education has proven itself to

incite change for hundreds of years. It is perfectly attainable for all that have been given an opportunity to learn.”

While Noella is definitely glamorous, she also has the kind of gritty determination that doesn’t take no for an answer. She has already succeeded in kicking down the proverbial doors of Parliament in her nation’s capitol of Kinshasa, to address the plight of young women and demand more access to schools for them.

Although she speaks halting English, she had no trouble gaining the ears of the United Nations, telling the Creative Leadership Summit that the Congo’s in such dire straits now that the females born from incidents of rape are being raped, and that “the (restorative) investment has to be in education”.

While being honored at last year’s U. N. Creative Leadership Summit in New York, she spoke up to express her shock at how contractors charge “in U.S. dollars, $600, $700 per (square foot)” for construction in the Congo.

Newly wed to the entrepreneur and golf enthusiast James Masters, and expecting her first child this year, Noella says she’s on a brief “break” from modeling. But her foundation retains her full attention. Shortly after her honeymoon, Noella delved back into work; escorting a group of Columbia (N.Y.) University students to the Congo to help them learn how to spread the virtues of education in Third World countries.

Though she’s not an avid golfer herself, Noella knows that golf tournaments are one of the strongest tools of fundraising and has visions of some day hosting a benefit tournament at the highly regarded resort in Lubumbashi, the Congo’s economic epicenter. Since her marriage to a golfer there’s every reason to believe she will received extra encouragement to bring this event to fruition. <gmalaikaf.org> and <noellacoursaris.com> l

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Designers new

Eric Raisina’s

collection chosen as part of Arise L’Afrique-a-Porter show Designer brings haute textures to NYC 2010 Fashion Week [by DOT ANDERSON ]

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Eric Raisina is one of those

designers able to transport his audience immediately into his own private universe, a space where texture reigns supreme. He began his foray into design and sewing in his native country of Madagascar, where using natural materials, such as silk, raffia, sisal, linen and cotton quickly became his trademarks.

His Spring/Summer 2010 collection at New York Fashion Week was named ‘Honeymoon In Madagascar’ and was punctuated with innovative textures and rich colors inspired by his homeland. This was his first time for Raisina to show in New York at Bryant Park.

His collections may be new to the runway here, but his textiles have been seen on Paris runways.

After he graduated with a master’s degree from the Institut Francais De La Mode in 1999 he began entering his creations in the Haute Couture shows in Paris and was commissioned to create unique textiles for the fashion houses of Yves Saint-Laurent and Christian Lacroix.

Interestingly, from a design standpoint, Raisina bypasses sketching and simply lets the unique qualities of his textiles inspire designs

from the materials themselves. In Madagascar his first award, which started his career path as a designer, was an award as a New Young Talent at the Fashion Festival and Textile Competition. As a result he was then able to study in Paris at the Duperré School where he excelled in the creation of textiles.

His taste for exploration has led him to seek out new cultures and diverse techniques in Africa as well as in Asia. He currently lives in the Philippines where his passion and talent for style, continues to evolve, all the while staying true to his personal taste. It is here that he started his own workshop to train weavers, sewers, and embroiderers and here that he began to create new textures, colors, and unique weave patterns, such as Silk Fur and Natural Raffia lace. l

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Christian Siriano

reaches pop icon status His name is on clothing, shoes, makeup, phones and more [by DOT ANDERSON ]

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list of rock stars, actresses and other celebs including Rihanna, Lady GaGa, Heidi Klum, Victoria Beckham, Vanessa Williams, Christina Hendricks, Alexis Bledel, Pink, Mena Suvari, Nicole Scherzinger and the Pussycat Dolls, Kat DeLuna, Tori Spelling, Melanie Fiona, Thalia, and Whoopi Goldberg. By the way, Oprah Winfrey called his designs “works of art?”

Siriano began designing at the young age of 13. While working for a hair salon in his hometown of Baltimore, MD, he stitched up outfits for their hair shows. After high school there he studied abroad at the American InterContinental University in London.

During his senior year he interned at Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen.

Upon returning to the States Siriano moved to NYC where he made wedding gowns for private clients and held an intern position at Marc Jacobs, before trying out for Project Runway. He has segued from boy wonder to respected designer, and in the process become a pop culture icon himself known for his hair, his wit and seemingly endless creativity. l

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became the youngest winner of Project Runway on Season Four in 2007.The colorful 22-year-old designer hit the ground running and there’s been no sign of slacking. His first Christian V. Siriano line debuted at New York Fashion Week in September of 2008 and since then he’s been a fashion week regular.

After launching his first collection, Siriano did a Fierce Mamas maternity line with Moody Mamas and in 2009 he was tapped to create a recurring line of highly innovative shoes and bags for Payless and makeup for Victoria’s Secret. He also collaborated with Brit singer Estelle on a 15-piece collection for Puma.

He teamed up with LG to create an LG Lotus phone and also did a limited edition Holiday ’09 design for Starbucks. Between regular design projects, he authored Fierce Style: How to Be Your Most Fabulous Self.

Siriano’s runway shows are highly anticipated and spring 2010 was no exception. Its earthy palette of browns and blues range from pale tranquil solids to wildly creative prints made from aerial photographs of the Italian coast line.

According to his show notes these images were “flipped, modified, repeated and saturated with volcanic and oceanic colors.” Shapes in the collection range from retro to what can only be termed as Siriano.

His collections have captured the interest of retailers such as Sak’s Fifth Avenue, and a growing

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namesake collection takes eco-friendly designs to new levels Chicago is her muse and the home base for her sustainable fashion line

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lara miller’s collection is gaining the attention of the contemporary woman who wants to adopt a sustainable lifestyle. No wonder, Miller’s namesake line is stylishly fashion forward and about as far removed from old style “granola” designs as you can get. However, the fabrics, pattern making and even the manufacturing are all handled in an eco-friendly manner.

“I believe that it is my contemporary aesthetic helps educate my customers about sustainable design by initially creating interest and then, in turn, providing the information that can help them incorporate eco-friendly practices into their lifestyles,” Miller said.

As a Lexus Hybrid Living Sustainable Partner, Miller participates in a number of events showcasing her garments while promoting environmental awareness. She has appeared on the Sundance Channel’s “Big Ideas for a Small Planet” as a spokesperson for the Lexus Hybrid Living program.

“I extensively research each fiber that I use and make sure that my colors are exclusively from lowimpact reactive dyes, using the least amount of petroleum by-products and water possible,” said Miller.

“My garments incorporate SKAL certified organic cotton, hemp, vegan ahimsa peace silk, organic wool, linen, lyocell, flax and soy fibers, hand-loomed bamboo, and recycled organic cotton.”

Born and raised in Chicago, Miller says that her collections are strongly influenced by the city’s architectural and cultural landscape.

They also show Miller’s fascination with both the built and moving form. Her modular designs are artistry in motion that is at once both playful and sophisticated.

Miller has been named “Top 40 Under 40” by Crain’s Chicago Business as well as “Indie Designer of the Year” by Chicago Magazine.

Her work has been featured on Elle. com, DailyCandy.com, The Today Show, and in publications such as Italian Vogue, Lucky Magazine, W, and The New York Times, among many others.

Miller also serves as the Executive Director of the Chicago Fashion Incubator (CFI) which provides emerging Chicago-based designers with the resources, including workspace, business training, and mentoring, to launch their careers. Now, that’s giving back to the community as well as the planet. <Laramiller.net> l

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inspiration behind Boxing Kitten hinged on the combination of those two elements,” Although constantly pulling inspiration from various sources, Lake who earned a BA in African-American studies from Wesleyan University, says that her current collection is specifically driven by elements within the political and cultural climate of the Civil Rights Movement. Commenting on whether her design inspiration will change dramatically each season or gradually evolve, she said, “I like to think that it’s an organic evolution. I’m always drawn to vintage elements, but I am constantly inspired by different things.”

What’s next for Boxing Kitten?

“I don’t want to divulge anything before its solid,” said Lake, “but you can expect more collections, more collaborations, and I would also love to do a men’s line, but that is very far into the future. l

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maya lake has a strong point of view that’s unique in the marketplace. She describes her Boxing Kitten line of dresses and separates as having an “ethnic rockabilly” look. If that’s a new term for your fashion vocabulary hang onto it.

Lake’s vintage-inspired silhouettes in a wild mix of tribal fabrics are trend-setting. Her bold, yet demure, retro yet edgy creations with a global vibe are being worn by A List celebs such as Beyonce, Alicia Keys, Rihanna, Solange Knowles, Fergie, and Erykah Badu.

Lake is a self-taught designer and entrepreneur who was born in Brooklyn, NY and grew up in New Jersey. “Although I was designing custom clothing for a couple of years before, my first collection was for Spring 2009,” said Lake.

Her first show in New York was for the Resort 2010 collection, which was on a rooftop in Soho. “I was so happy to show in New York, and the response and turn out was really amazing.”

When asked, which came first the desire to design a vintage inspired line or the desire to utilize tribal style prints, Lake said that the fabric [known as Ankara, or Wax Hollandais] is what initially inspired her. “But with that said there is no way I could have done one without the other. Initially the

William Powell, shown left, instilled a love for the game of golf in his daughter Renee, seated with him in the cart and shown right. William died earlier this year at age 93, but his legacy as the first African American to design, construct, own and operate a golf course, is in good hands. Renee who grew up playing on her dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous Clearview Golf Course in Canton, OH, is one of only three African American golfers to ever play on the LPGA Tour.

preserving a legacy Daughter of a Pioneer in Golf, Renee Powell Inherits a Dream [by Sally J. Sportsman] To Renee Powell, growing up in golf seemed natural. After all, her parents and her brothers all played at their family-owned golf course, Clearview Golf Club, in East Canton, Ohio. Her father, William Powell, who had placed a golf club in his daughter’s hands when she was just three years old, remained her instructor for decades.

tain and develop the historic facility.

“Plans for the Clearview Legacy Foundation include building an educational facility, part of which will house the William & Marcella Powell Museum,” says Powell. “We want to teach future generations about these positive parts of golf ’s and America’s history.”

Powell has earned many accolades for her leadership and inspiration, including the 2003 First Lady of Golf Award, the 2007 Rolex For the Love of the Game Award and, in 2008, an Honorary Doctor of Laws (LL.D.) from the University of St. Andrews, Scotland. Her commitment to human rights and societal change remains undiminished, the torch her father lit undimmed.

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rier Althea Gibson had shattered 18 years earlier and William Powell had broken even before Jackie Robinson.

“You can do something that no one else has done,” Powell says, echoing her father’s philosophy. “If you meet an obstacle, you can find your way around it, under it; just get to the other side.”

After leaving the LPGA in 1980, Powell traveled the world, helping bring golf to people and places that never had been exposed to the game. In the U.S., she continues to extend golf ’s reach to minorities and others, telling her story and her father’s to people everywhere. Today Powell is the LPGA/PGA Head Golf Professional at Clearview Golf Club, which in 2001 was placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the Department of the Interior. The Clearview Legacy Foundation was founded the same year to sus-

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What took Powell awhile to understand, though, was the reason her father had built Clearview Golf Club in 1946.

The grandson of Alabama slaves and a World-War II veteran, William Powell had encountered racial prejudice so austere that he was denied access to public golf courses. As a result, he became – and remained at his death last year at age 93 – the only African-American to design, construct, own and operate a golf course in the United States. A PGA Life Member, he became an ambassador for inclusion and diversity in golf, with Clearview Golf Club as the center and symbol of his ideals.

“My father was extraordinary,” Powell says. “He wanted to change society, and he did so through golf. His aspirations were grander than golf. He wanted to make a difference in the world.”

Entering and winning her first amateur tournament at age twelve, Powell went on to achieve much success in the game, although she too experienced racial prejudice.

“I found golf to be a safe haven,” says Powell. “I got joy out of it and realized I could excel.”

Powell attended Ohio University and The Ohio State University, serving as captain of the women’s golf team at each.

In 1967 she became only the second African-American woman ever to play on the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour, where she competed for 13 years. Facing frequent discrimination, she persevered, continuing to break the bar-

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story by Rivka Willick photography by Elvis Piedra Featuring the Garia Galaxians

Year 2019 A

flash of light followed by a great shadow covered the entire earth.

When

daylight returned all the chocolate, coffee, red wine and golf courses had vanished.

Panic spread across the seven continents, but scientists discovered Lord Boredulum from the planet Dullsom was the fiend who had stolen our most precious treasures and transported them back to his planet.

The Garia Galaxians An elite group of heroes was assembled to hitch a ride on the last transport beam. They were allowed to take only two small vehicles and a single type of weapon. They knew exactly what they needed. They choose two Garia Golf Cars and four sets of clubs. The group was affectionately dubbed the Garia Galaxians. They sat in the Garia cars and disappeared into outer space.

The Garia— The Golf Car for Champions Moments later they arrived on the barren planet Dullsom. The Garia easily handled the terrain. After all, it’s manufactured at the Valmet Automotive Factory in Finland, where the Porsche Boxster and Porsche Cayman are built. The aluminum profiles in the frame are built by the same manufacturer of profiles for Aston, Jaguar and Volvo.

Fighting intergalactic villains can be exhausting, but the Garia’s advanced technology and luxury coachwork made driving effortless so our heroes could rest up for the ultimate showdown. They planned their next move as they sat on the Garia’s hand stitched seats and sipped cold drinks taken from the Garia’s Waeco refrigerator.

Lord Boredulum spotted them from a distance. Every Garia Golf Car can be personalized by color and decals throughout the vehicle. Boredulum was impressed by the Garia; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a complete reinvention of the traditional golf cart. The Garia Galaxians pulled their golf bags from the special back storage space and swung their clubs.

Lord Bordulum hid behind the Tower of Despair and offered a deal. He agreed to return all the chocolate, red wine, coffee and golf courses in return for six personalized Garia golf cars, one for each of his moods. The Garia Galaxians agreed and they returned to Earth victorious. The intergalactic thief was not completely honest.

He kept a Scottish Golf Course, six cases of Bordeaux, and a truck load of dark chocolate and fair trade coffee, but that is a small price to pay for peace. As for the Garia Galaxiansâ&#x20AC;Śthey are driving their Garias on golf courses, peaceful beaches and quiet communities around the world as they wait for their next great challenge. l

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Our Call of the Wild photo shoot was inspired by the continent of Africa. Its lushly verdant jungles and its starkly sandswept deserts make it one of the most beautiful continents on the planet, yet it is also one of the most poverty stricken. Fashion is helping to change that by increasing the demand for tribal. Combined with increased global emphasis on fair trade goods that improve wages, healthcare and education for tribal cultures, we now have a way for giving back to support style and lifestyle.

Photographer: Laretta Houston Make-Up Artist: MaraZ Make-Up Artist: Anna Wagner Make-Up Artist: MiMi Johnson for P3 Lab Hair Stylist: Kisa Alexander Wardrobe Stylist: Kris Cole Jewelry Designer: Aakofii Model: Madlin Cowart Model: Aneesah Shahid A special thanks to Pettit Creek Farms in Cartersville, GA for allowing us to photograph Call of the Wild on their property. <pettitcreekfarms.com>

Out of the blue you hear distant drums calling and wish you were there.

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Ready for adventure you arrive fashionable torn to survey the path less taken.

Sonia Crochet Chain Tank, Alice and Olivia: Saks Fifth Avenue Phipps Plaza | Leopard Wrap, INC: Macyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Lennox Square | Belt, Raina: Saks Fifth Avenue Phipps Plaza | Suede and Chains sandal, Camilla Skovgaard: Saks Fifth Avenue Phipps Plaza

Away from it all your senses are heightened and your style flourishes.

One shoulder contrast printed dress, BCBG Runway: Bloomingdales, Perimeter | Helena Cut Out Shoes, Gucci: Saks Fifth Avenue Phipps Plaza | Leather Headgear: Aakofii

The wind changes are strong and bring a clear sense of purpose each day.

Ladder corset dress, Rachel Roy: Macyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lennox Square | Gold Necklace, Ceresed.com | Gold Cuff, Stylist Own

A pause reminds your inner fashion warrior that balance is the beginning.

Strapless Dress, Rachel Roy: Macyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lennox Square | Snake Print Legging, INC: Macyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lennox Square | Zebra pint wedge, Sam Edelman: Bloomingdales, Perimeter | Silver Necklace, Aakofii | Bangles, Stylist own

You are woman no matter where you roam. Primal. Caring. Wise.

Black Blazer, Alice And Olivia: Saks Fifth Avenue Phipps Plaza | Leopard Swim Bottom, H&M: H&M Atlantic Station | Helena Cut Out Boots, Gucci: Saks Fifth Avenue Phipps Plaza | Pyramid belts, Temperly: Saks Fifth Avenue Phipps Plaza | Curved Bangle, Kenneth Jay Lane, Saks Fifth Avenue Phipps Plaza | Necklace: Stylist Own

Reflect. Rejuvenate. Life is about the journey and giving back.

Twill Corset Top, Robert Rodriguez: Saks Fifth Avenue Phipps Plaza | Gathered Printed Skirt, Rachel Roy: Macy’s Lennox Square | Shoulder Strap, Aakofii | Gladiator Sandal, Rachel Roy: Macy’s Lennox Square

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The Maserati party at Phipps rocked as did The 19th Hole What Women Want Issue Party at Fabrik. We also enjoyed Donna Joynerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Celebrity Golf Event at Turnberry and Kenny Leonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Golf and Gala. To submit an event contact gallery@the19thholemag.com

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World’s top female Golfer Retires

Twenty-eight-year-old Lorena Ochoa bid farewell from the LPGA at the top of her game after reigning as the No. 1 professional female golfer in the world for the last three years. In announcing her retirement she indicated that she wants to focus on her family and her charity. “I have achieved all I needed to achieve in sports. Now is time to change, I’m going to keep working very hard, but at home.”

The Lorena Ochoa Foundation supports “the holistic development of marginalized children and teenagers through education, character development and family support so that they have the opportunity to fully develop their talents and abilities.” <fundacionlorenaochoa.org>. l Photo credit: Gabriel Roux

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