H EART AND SOLE
THE LOOKS: BALMAIN CHANEL DIOR DOLCE&GABBANA GUESS GUCCI SAINT LAURENT TRUST VALENTINO VERSACE
NICKY HILTON THE DESIGNER , PHILANTHROPIST, AND MOTHER ON SHOES, CHILDHOOD CRUSHES, AND THE PANDEMIC’S SILVER LINING
SHOP FOR A CAUSE: DEE OCLEPPO KIEHL’S RALPH LAUREN TEA FORTE
CHANEL.COM
♥ THE CHANEL DRESS THE VIDEO CLICK HERE
Zendaya
by Michael Bailey Gates Atlanta, 21st November 2020
VALENTINO.COM BEVERLY HILLS: 324 NORTH RODEO DRIVE (310) 247-0103 SOUTH COAST PLAZA: 3333 BRISTOL STREET (714) 751-3300
84 GENLUX WINTER / 2019
FALL / 2012 GENLUX 85
8 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 9
♥
HAILEY BIEBER FOR SUPERGA / SUPERGA.COM
CLICK HERE TO WATCH SUPERGA VIDEO FEATURING HAILEY
12 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 13
SIRCUITSKIN COSMECEUTICALS
1,4DIOXANE FREE SLS-FREE
crueltyfree
16 GENLUX SPRING 2021
SIRCUITSKIN COSMECEUTICALS
1,4DIOXANE FREE SLS-FREE
crueltyfree
THE LOUVRE PYRAMID - JULY 25, 2021 TRUST-FASHION.COM
NICKY HILTON IN REFORMATION TOP AND SKIRT. PHOTOGRAPHY BY JENNIFER ROVERO
Publisher / Editorial Director: Cecilia Moreno Editor in Chief: Samia Arslane Founder/Creative Director: Stephen Kamifuji Executive Fashion Editor: Mindy Saad Fashion Editor: Amanda Eliasch Luxury Fashion Editor: Laura Dunn Beauty Editor: Beau Dunn Food+Wine Editor: Jeff Lipsman Philanthropy Editor: Catherine Williams Color Director: Karoline Huber National Advertising Director: Alan Thavisouk VP of Advertising: Rhonda Zakhor Financial Director: Marc Meshekow Director Human Resources: Yolanda Garcia Contributing Editors: Ninka B, Marc Baptiste, Martyn Lawrence Bullard, Susan Campos, Dr. Ezra Kest, Gina Mari, David Meister, Cheryl Woodcock
©2020 by GENLUX Magazine™, LLC., All rights reserved. No part of this periodical may be reproduced in any form or by any means without prior written permission from GENLUX Magazine. To advertise: contact Cecilia Moreno: Cecilia@genlux.com
20 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
STEPHEN KAMIFUJI CREATIVE DIRECTOR’S NOTE Well, sadly, another magazine goes by the wayside. Not ours, thankfully, but another of my favorites, Departures. Editor Jeffries Blackerby writes a touching farewell that brought back memories of reading Vanity Fair editor Graydon Carter’s goodbye letter in 2018. Carter began his by saying, “All good things—certainly in my case this month— must come to an end.” Mind you, Vanity Fair is still in print; it’s just not the same without Carter’s leadership and aesthetic excellence. Even the thought of GENLUX (now in its 16th year) closing is anathema to every creative synapse my brain might muster. I feel so grateful and fortunate to work with so many crazy, mad, and passionate geniuses who help create works of art in every issue—this one included. I feel I have the greatest job on the planet. One of the maddest of the alchemists is Andrew Matusik. I used to believe photography was NOT art—that is, more precisely, it fell into the realm of documenting sculpture. A debatable point, right? But along comes Matusik’s photography that comes close to art because he doesn’t just shoot what’s in front of him and call it a day. Rather, he takes parts and pieces of many photos, and then he paints, using Photoshop, adding other dashes of realism into the work. Need proof ? Look at the beautiful madness for yourself (p48). Those models in Pompeii were actually shot in his Park Avenue studio in New York. On our cover, Jennifer Rovero, a first-time shooter in GENLUX, carried the day with these images of Nicky Hilton Rothschild shot at Rick and Kathy Hilton’s home in Bel Air (p96). It’s Nicky’s second time in GENLUX, tying her sister, Paris (we love Paris), who’s also been in twice. As I typed Nicky’s last name, I realized how impossibly made up and, well, pretentious it sounds. Hilton Rothschild. I mean, wow, now that’s royalty. The last time I interviewed Nicky, she was about to tie the knot with James Rothschild. This time around, she has two preschool-age children and recently designed a shoe collection with Amanda Hearst and French Sole, the ballet flats company. Nicky continues her philanthropic path of compassion—why she’s on our cover. She’s part of the Arise Foundation to help stop human trafficking and is on the intern board of the Hilton Family Foundation that awards
22 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
the largest humanitarian prize in the world. Last year alone, the foundation gave over $207 million around the world. I like to say Nicky Hilton’s life is so fabulous, even Instagram wouldn’t be able to fake it. Speaking of fakes, have you caught the HBOMax show Fake Famous? It’s a clever documentary about the smoke and mirrors of Instagram influencers directed by Nick Bilton, a special correspondent at Vanity Fair. (Coincidentally, Graydon Carter is one of the executive producers). The show reveals how many of the so-called “followers” of these influencers are not even human—they’re “bots,” also known as robots. We feature the most successful of the show’s three participants, Dominique Druckman (p60). Ironically, being on a show about creating influencers has transformed her into one. Go figure. Who knows, maybe one day there will be a reality show where the main character will appear so intelligent and wealthy, viewers will believe it and vote him in as president. I know, right? Model Raha Europ makes a repeat performance in this issue. The beautiful model who appeared in our last issue photographed at the de Gournay showroom in New York is out in the fields, this time with photographer Tim Francis (p88). Back to how we’re still printing GENLUX, I want to give special thanks to one advertiser who’s supported us since the very beginning, Sircuit Cosmeceuticals. Michael Wolfgeher is a brilliant skincare expert who creates unique formulas that work, and his marketing communications are next level. New advertisers deserve love, too, and I want to thank Paul Marciano and GUESS for coming on board. Our eyes and ears on the ground say GUESS—that omnipotent LA brand—is in the midst of a robust revival. Bravo! In closing, I’d like to share the last stanza from “Ode to a Grecian Urn,” from which John Keats writes: “When old age shall this generation waste, Thou shalt remain, in midst of other woe Than ours, a friend to man, to whom thou say’st, “Beauty is truth, truth beauty,—that is all Ye know on earth, and all ye need to know.” G
96 94
SPRING/SUMMER 2021
ON OUR COVER: NICKY HILTON ROTHSCHILD WEARING WEEKEND MAX MARA COTTON DRESS, $675, WEEKENDMAXMARA.COM NICKY HILTON X FRENCH SOLE, AMANDA SNEAKER IN ELECTRIC BLUE TIEDYE, $165, NICKYHILTON.COM
30 38 80 30 48 60 40 66 78 30 88 76 26 88 72 72 96 34 48
ON THE COVER: NICKY HILTON X FRENCH SOLE; AMANDA SNEAKER IN ELECTRIC BLUE TIEDYE, $165, NICKYHILTON.COM MAX MARA WEEKEND FLUTTERFLIES COLLECTION
40 38
24 GENLUX SPRING 2021
60
60
TO HAVE AND TO HOLD These are the mad-style bags you should be shouldering. GARDEN SHEERS Float in the season’s looks as translucent as butterfly wings. I PITTORI D’ARTE Andrew Matusik’s clever masterpieces aren’t what they seem. UNREALITY SHOW Dominique Druckman on finding fame or did it find her? PANTS AND RECREATION Long, short, chic, or cute—there are plenty of pants to play in! BLUE DENIM NATION You’re donning the blues this season, but not singing them. FIELD TRIP Tim Francis captures model Raha Europ in a field of green. HEART AND SOLE Nicky Hilton Rothschild: shoes, charity, and her childhood crush.
76
30 38
22 42 34 92 26
66 72
CARRY ON DOING GOOD WORKS (RED)-SUPPORTED GLOBAL FUND GRANTS HAVE IMPACTED MORE THAN 180 MILLION PEOPLE WITH PREVENTION, TREATMENT, COUNSELING, HIV TESTING AND CARE SERVICES. MONTBLANC’S ICONIC #MY4810 CARRY-ON X (RED), $915, HELPS FIGHT TO END AIDS THROUGH PROGRAMS THAT HELP PROVIDE LIFE-SAVING TREATMENT TO PREVENT HIV-POSITIVE MOTHERS FROM PASSING THE VIRUS TO THEIR BABIES. THE FOUR-WHEEL CARRY-ON, MADE IN RED POLYCARBONATE WITH RED LEATHER TRIMMING, IS ENRICHED BY A INNER LINING FEATURING RED PRINTED QUOTES INSPIRED BY THE COMMITMENT’S MINDSET. THE COMPACT SIZE (15 X 21.5 X 9 INCHES), IS IDEAL FOR SHORT TRIPS. RED.ORG
SHOP FOR A CAUSE
One of our greatest luxuries is giving back to those in need. We applaud the designers and companies who have adopted a corporate culture of giving. Here, our philanthropy editor, CAT WILLIAMS (cat@genlux.com), shares a few of them. Profits from the sale of the ‘LOVE’ T-shirt are reinvested in the PMSPrioritizingMySelf mission, which supports organizations centered on women’s rights and equality. Prioritizing Myself T-Shirt 001, $48, [pmsprioritizingmyself.com]
KIEHL’S parters with Gyrl Wonder, a crosscultural mentorship program that helps young women of color move through the world with strength, dignity, and grace. In addition to a dedicated financial donation of $25,000, Kiehl’s will be amplifying Gyrl Wonder’s mission throughout 2021 to empower the leaders of tomorrow through skin positivity, self-care, and mental health resources. Kiehl’s Daily Refining Milk Peel Toner, $76, Sephora
AWE INSPIRED, the socially-conscious label, creates jewelry that serves as a symbol of strength and gives back to the community. 100% of the proceeds of the Harriet Tubman Goddess Coin necklace will be donated to the NAACP. Awe-Inspired necklace, $175, aweinspired.com
NAKED CASHMERE limited-edition masks help fight mental health stigmas and support mental well-being. For every mask set sold, they will donate $5 to Silence the Shame, a nonprofit organization that provides education and awareness about mental health. 15 pack of masks, $25, nakedcashmere.com
Luxury accessories designer Dee Ocleppo proudly continues her partnership with the Breast Cancer Research Fund (BCRF). The brand supports BCRF year-round by donating 10% of annual revenues. Dee Ocleppo ballet flat, $321; Camera bag, $307, farfetch.com
(RED) products help millions of people affected by COVID-19 and HIV/AIDS. (Balmain)RED sneakers in smooth black and white leather B-Court sneakers, $595, red.org Drink your meditation. Moment botanical beverages help you reset and clarify. 1% of all Moment sales go towards mental health non-profits including Calm Classroom and Mindful Miracles. Moment 12-pack, $35, drinkmoment.com
26 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
PHOTO OF HAILEY CARLSON BY MARK HANSON COURTESY PMSPRIORITIZINGMYSELF.COM
CHARITY
GENLUX
CHARITY
GENLUX
GUCCI, through its social impact initiative GUCCI Changemakers, is pleased to announce a collaboration with Detroit designer Tommey Walker and his homegrown label DETROIT VS. EVERYBODY on a special line-up of T-shirts with a donation benefiting non-profit organizations which support social change and help to build strong connections and opportunities within communities of color. Gucci T-shirt, $390, gucci.com FRESH CUT PAPER creates colorful earth-friendly pop-up flower bouquet greetings that make correspondence so much fun. Fresh Cut Paper supports 1% for the planet and plants a tree for every bouquet sold. Paper Bouquet, $12, freshcutpaper.com
KENZO is partnering with WWF to support their work to double the number of tigers in the wild by 2022. This goal, known as TX2, is one of the most ambitious conservation goals ever set for a single species. The new capsule collection will donate $10 from each piece sold to TX2. Sweatshirt, $280, kenzo.com
RALPH LAUREN The Earth Polo is part of Ralph Lauren’s commitment to protecting the environment. Each classic polo shirt is made from 12 recycled plastic bottles. The shirt is produced in partnership with First Mile, an organization with a global mission focused on sustainability and positive social impact. Earth polo, $150, ralphlauren.com TEA FORTE continues its partnership with the New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) with a third collection featuring artwork from The Garden’s archival prints. Sales of the Soleil collection help support NYBG’s work in plant research and conservation, horticulture, and education. Tea Forte Soleil Collection, $20-$49, teaforte.com
PMSPRIORITIZINGMYSELF
‘LOVE YOURSELF’ canvas tote bag, illustrated by Martina
Cartina, supports organizations centered on women’s rights and equality. Tote, $15, pmsprioritizingmyself.com
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 27
GIFT GUIDE
GENLUX
“Happy Father’s Day to the man who put the fear of Dad into all my dates.”
—Hallmark For those who haven’t hugged their dads in over a pandemic lifetime, it’s that year to gift him something special. Here are a few suggestions we think he’d appreciate. —SK
FOR THE DAD WHO WOULD GIVE YOU THE WORLD; GIVE HIM ONE FIRST. BRUNELLO CUCINELLI CORK AND STAINLESS STEEL GLOBE, 7.3IN CIRCUMFERENCE, $838, MATCHESFASHION.COM
FOR THE DAD WHO ALWAYS SHARED HIS PRECIOUS TIME. THE ROLEX DAY TONA COSMOGRAPH. BENBRIDGE, WESTFIELD TOPANGA, LOS CERRITOS CENTER, DEL AMO FASHION CENTER, THE OAKS
LOUIS VUIT TON MONOGRAM CHAIN BRACELET, $560, LOUISVUIT TON.COM
FOR THE BOND-LIKE DAD, WHO, WHILE TEACHING YOU TO DRIVE, WAS SHAKEN, YES, BUT NEVER STIRRED. TOM FORD SILK SATIN EVENING BOW TIE, $260, TOMFORD.COM
FOR THE DAD WHOSE SCENT IS UNMISTAKABLE, BUT COULD USE A FRESHENING-UP. JOHN VARVATOS XX ARTISAN, 4.2OZ, $94, JOHNVARVATOS.COM
BURBERRY CHECK SNEAKER, $750, LIMITED EDITION, BURBERRY.COM
28 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
GIFT GUIDE
GENLUX
FOR THE DAD WHO’S YOUNG ENOUGH TO RIDE A HARLEY, BUT TOO OLD TO MAKE A RUCKUS DOING IT. THE ELECTRIC HARLEY DAVIDSON LIVEWIRE MOTORCYCLE. QUIET AS A TESLA, AND NO MORE OIL STAINS ON THE DRIVEWAY. 105-HORSEPOWER WITH 146-MILES CIT Y RANGE. $29,799 AT HARLEY DAVIDSON DEALERS.
PERSOL TORTOISE SUNGLASSES, $289, SUNGLASSHUT.COM
FOR THE GENEROUS DAD, WHO WAS ALWAYS A SOFT Y ABOUT LET TING US CHARGE ON HIS AMEX. GIFT HIM THE ENEL X JUICEBOX, THE BEST-SELLING ELECTRIC VEHICLE HOME CHARGING STATION, STARTING AT $619. FATHER’S DAY $50 OFF SALE: JUNE 8 – 22, 2021. ALSO QUALIFIES FOR LADWP’S $500 RESIDENTIAL EVSE REBATE. EVCHARGING.ENELX.COM
FOR THE GOLFING DAD: HERE’S SOMETHING TO E A S E T H E F R U ST R AT I O N O F C H A S I N G T H AT L I T T L E WHITE BALL ALL THESE YEARS. TH E BRAN D N EW TAY LORM A D E 9 - L AY E R C A R B O N SOLE SIM2 MAX DRIVER, $530, TAYLORMADEGO LF.COM FOR THE DAD WHO SHARED HIS LOVE OF BILL EVANS. WHILE WE DIDN’T GET IT THEN, WE DO NOW. THE STEINWAY MODEL B SPIRIO—THE BEST HIGH-RESOLUTION PLAYER PIANO. NOW, EVANS AND OTHER PIANO GREATS WILL PLAY IN DAD’S LIVING ROOM. $142,800, STEINWAY PIANO GALLERY, BH, ASK FOR DAVID IDA, 310-652-6666
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 29
ROGER VIVIER BLOSSOM BOITE DE NUIT MICRO YELLOW SATIN BOX CLUTCH WITH PAINTED AND EMBELLISHED FLOWERS, $1595, ROGER VIVIER, MADISON AVENUE, 212-861-5371, COSTA MESA, 714-435-0015, BAL HARBOUR 305-868-4344
BALMAIN BOYFRIEND SWEATPANT, $1195; BALMAIN CROP SWEATSHIRT, $950, THE WEBSTER, BEVERLY CENTER, 424-600-7142 REVOLVE HOOP EARRINGS, $183, REVOLVE.COM
30 2021 SPRING 2021 39 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER
TO HAVE AND TO HOLD Micro, Mini or Medium— here are some of the season’s mad styles you should be shouldering this season.
Photographer:
NAEEM KHAN LEOPARD HALTER GOWN, $3995, NAEEMKHAN.COM AMINA MUADDI MIRROR GALLO JAMES T. MURRAY / Artists by Timothy Priano / abtp.com SANDAL WITH CHAIN Product Stylist: YUCO LACOVARA / @yuco_lacovara DETAIL, $1550, Art Direction: STEPHEN KAMIFUJIAMINAMUADDI.COM @genlux
SPRING/SUMMER 31 SPRING2021 2021 GENLUX 40
CHANEL MINI DRAWSTRING CALFSKIN BAG (4.7 X 4.7 IN), WITH IMITATION PEARLS & GOLDMARCIANO OFF-THETONE METALDRESS, SHOULDER STRAP, $3300, MARCIANO AND CHANEL.COM GUESS BOUTIQUES
32 2021 41 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER SPRING 2021
THE LADY DIOR MICRO VANITY CASE (4.7 X 3IN), AVAILABLE IN MARCIANO JACKET NINE ANDCOLORS, SHORT, DETACHABLE MARCIANO AND ‘D.I.O.R.’ CHARM, GUESS BOUTIQUES REMOVABLE LA SENZ PUSH-UP LACESHOULDER BODYSUIT,STRAP, $50, $1650, DIOR.COM LASENZA.COM
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 33
DEE OCLEPPO DEE SUGAR LEATHER JACQUEMUS LA ROVE COCCO-PRINT BAHÍA DRESS, $645, CROSSBODY THE WEBSTER, BEVERLY BAG (9 X424-600-7142 7.8 CENTER, IN), $319, BRA, $49.50, LA SENZA DEEOCLEPPO.COM LASENZA.COM
43 SPRING 2021 34 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
G
TYLER ELLIS SMALL ‘GRACE’ LEATHER DRAWSTRING BUCKET IN PALM GREEN, MARCIANO JACKET DETACHABLE ANDHANDLE, SHORT, LEATHER AND FITSMARCIANO LARGE IPHONE GUESS BOUTIQUES (6.25 X 8.5 H LA SENZ X 5 PUSH-UP IN WHEN LACECLOSED), BODYSUIT,$1950, $50, LASENZA.COM TYLERELLIS.COM
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 35
VALENTINO GARAVANI 03 ROSE EDITION ATELIER ROUND CROSSBODY MINI (7.8 X 7.8 X 3IN) BAG, $2590, VALENTINO.COM
36 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
VERSACE LA MEDUSA SMALL (7.8 X 3.9 X 6.6IN) LEATHER BAG, AVAIL IN 8 COLORS, $1695, VERSACE.COM
SPRING/SUMMER GENLUX 46 37 SPRING2021 2021 GENLUX
GARDEN SHEERS
Float in the season’s looks as translucent and light as butterfly wings
Photographer: ERIC HASON @erichason Models: GIANNI / One New York @white.cocoa_ TRINITY / The Industry @trinityrice Art Director: ALEX PALOMO @the_ap_ny Fashion Stylist: Holli Kingsbury /ABTP @wardrob_and_props Makeup: JP RAMIREZ / @thefacesimakeupbyjp Hair: CASSIE CAREY @cassiecarey.hair Manicure: TATYANA MOLOT / ABTP @tatyana_molot Post-Production: ALBINA ANNEN @annen_retouch Casting Director: CHAD THOMPSON / Communica-k inc. @communa_k Video: MIA TERESA @howaboutmia
38 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
RODARTE RUFFLED LACE BLOUSE, $1955, NET-A-PORTER.COM
SPRING2021 2021 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER GENLUX 40 39
DRIES VAN NOTEN SHEER SEQUINED SHELL, $919, BERGDORF GOODMAN
41 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 40 SPRING 2021 2021
SIMONE ROCHA TULLE MIDI DRESS, $1385, SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 41
ROULAND MOURET ORGANZA ASYMMETRIC SCULTPURAL TOP, $950, BERGDORF GOODMAN AS BY DF ISOLDE SEQUIN MAXI SKIRT, $275, MODESENS KENDRA SCOTT ‘NAOMI DRUSY’ RING, $130, BLOOMINGDALES
42 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
DRIES VAN NOTEN SHEER SHELL WITH FEATHER, $775, 24S.COM RODARTE TIERED SKIRT, $995, THE REAL REAL RODARTE.COM
SPRING/SUMMER GENLUX 44 43 SPRING2021 2021 GENLUX
45 SPRING 2021 44 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
RED VALENTINO MAY LILY EMBROIDERED BLOUSE, $795, REDVALENTINO.COM WHERE-TO-BUY LA FEMME SCALLOPED TULLE SKIRT, $598, NEIMAN MARCUS
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 45
NINOMIYA NOIR KEI BELTED TULLE DRESS FOR COMME DES GARÇONS, STYLIST’S OWN ALL SAINTS EARRINGS, $62, BLOOMINGDALES
46 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
G
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 47
I PITTORI D’ARTE
Artist/Photographer Andrew Matusik takes GENLUX through his virtual dreamscape, where two artists prop their easels in Santorini and the timeless ruins of Pompeii. Bellissima! Photographer/Digital Artist: ANDREW MATUSIK / MatusikPhotography.com Producer: Ernest Montgomery / TMG Represents Models: LINDSAY WHIDBY / New York Model Management CAMERON NEWBILL / New York Model Management Stylist: WOURI VICE / TMG Represents / @therealwourivice Makeup: JAMIE DORMAN / THE ONLY AGENCY using MAC Cosmetics Hair: MEL SEMPLE using Nexxus Haircare Art Direction: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI @genlux
39 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER SPRING 2021 48 2021
(LEFT ) DUNDAS ‘JAGGER’ PRINTED COTTON GABARDINE JACKET, $1550; MASAI WHITE AND BLUE TOILE DE JOUY DRESS, $1895, DUNDASWORLD.COM (RIGHT) PHILOSOPHY DI LORENZO SERAFINI JERSEY RUFFLED GOWN, $1250, PHILOSOPHY OFFICIAL.COM
SPRING/SUMMER 49 SPRING2021 2021 GENLUX 40
CHRISTIAN SIRIANO SCULPTED NECK COLOR BLOCK GOWN, $4500, CHRISTIANSIRIANO.COM
50 GENLUX SPRING SPRING/SUMMER 2021 41 2021
CHRISTIAN SIRIANO SCULPTED-SLEEVE GOWN WITH MOCK NECK AND TRAIN, $6800, CHRISTIANSIRIANO.COM
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 51
DUNDAS ‘HARLOW’ ROBE, $2520; DUNDAS ‘HARLOW’ IRIS PANTHER MOTIF TROUSERS WITH JACQUEMUS LA ROVE EMBELLISHED BAHÍA DRESS, TUXEDO $645, STRIPE, $1100,BEVERLY THE WEBSTER, AND MATCHING CENTER, 424-600-7142 FRINGE LA SENZABELT, BRA, $49.50, DUNDASWORLD.COM LASENZA.COM
52 2021 43 GENLUX SPRING SPRING 2021
BAJA EAST ‘MOJAVE’ SILK LAMÉ SHIRT, $545; BAJA EAST ‘MOJAVE’ SILK LAMÉ WRAP SKIRT, $645 BAJAEAST.COM
SPRING 2021 GENLUX 53
MOSCHINO DECONSTRUCTED COUTURE DRESS IN FLORAL JAQUARD,$3135 SAKS FIFTH AVENUE SAKSFIFTHAVENUE.COM
45 2021 54 GENLUX SPRING SPRING/SUMMER 2021
DUNDAS VELOUR JUMPSUIT, PUR, DUNDASWORLD.COM GUISEPPE ZANOTTI ‘CATIA’ BLACK LIZARD PRINT LEATHER STRAPPY SANDAL, $795, GUISEPPE ZANOTTI BOUTIQUES GUISEPPEZANOTTI.COM
SPRING/SUMMER GENLUX 46 55 SPRING 2021 2021 GENLUX
1119
MOSCHINO INSIDEOUT BUSTIER, $2665; MOSCHINO INSIDEOUT TROMPE L’OEIL TROUSERS, $1030, SAKS FIFTH AVENUE SAKSFIFTHAVENUE.COM MOSCHINO CLASSIC BLUE DECOLLETE PUMP, $610 BLOOMINGDALES.COM
47 56 GENLUX SPRING SPRING/SUMMER 2021 2021
L’AGENCE ‘CHAMBERLAIN’ BLAZER, $599; L’AGENCE ‘GAVIN’ PANT, $450, LAGENCE.COM
G
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 57
BALMAIN BOYFRIEND SWEATPANT, $1195; BALMAIN CROP MOSCHINO $950, SWEATSHIRT, INSIDE-OUT THE WEBSTER, TROMPE CENTER, L’OEIL BEVERLY SLEEVELESS 424-600-7142 DRESS, $1470, REVOLVE HOOP SAKS FIFTH$183, AVENUE EARRINGS, SAKSFIFTHAVENUE.COM REVOLVE.COM
49 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 58 SPRING 2021 2021
NAEEM KHAN LEOPARD HALTER GOWN, $3995, L’AGENCE NAEEMKHAN.COM ‘CHAMBERLAIN’ AMINA MUADDI BLAZER, GALLO $599; MIRROR L’AGENCE SANDAL WITH‘GAVIN’ CHAIN PANT,$1550, $450, DETAIL, LAGENCE.COM AMINAMUADDI.COM
SPRING/SUMMER GENLUX 50 59 SPRING2021 2021 GENLUX
BALMAIN BOYFRIEND SWEATPANT, $1195; BALMAIN CROP SWEATSHIRT, $950, THE WEBSTER, BEVERLY CENTER, 424-600-7142 REVOLVE HOOP EARRINGS, $183, REVOLVE.COM
39 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 60 SPRING 2021 2021
MARCIANO OFF-THESHOULDER DRESS AND WIDE BELT, MARCIANO AND GUESS BOUTIQUES
UNREALITY SHOW Is she real or imagined? To many of actress Dominque Druckman’s 300-thousand-plus Instagram followers, her life appeared like a flowing stream of awesomeness. The truth is, most of it was smoke and mirrors—all part of a social media experiment documented in the HBOMax film Fake Famous.
Photographer: ROBERT LYNDEN / Sole Icon / @robertlynden Hair Extensions: SARA C. MCCONNELL / Sassoon, Beverly Hills Hairstylist: SARA C MCCONNELL @xsarax100 Makeup: TEAL DRUDA @tealdruda Stylist + Art Direction: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI @genlux
NAEEM KHAN LEOPARD HALTER GOWN, $3995, NAEEMKHAN.COM AMINA MUADDI MIRROR GALLO SANDAL WITH CHAIN DETAIL, $1550, AMINAMUADDI.COM
SPRING/SUMMER GENLUX 40 61 SPRING2021 2021 GENLUX
MARCIANO OFF-THESHOULDER DRESS, MARCIANO AND GUESS BOUTIQUES
41 2021 62 GENLUX GENLUX SPRING SPRING/SUMMER 2021
V AN
DOM
I
NQ
INTER
KM
G E NL
UX
IE W
Need proof that you can, indeed, fake it ’til you make it? Meet Miami Beach-born actress Dominique Druckman who stars in the HBOMax documentary Fake Famous: An Unreal Social Experiment. The film follows three Instagram newbies who, through a series of shenanigans, become social media influencers. In a paradox, due to the movie’s popularity, the 26-year-old Sagittarius is now considered a bonafide influencer. Here, Dominique shares about her “real” self during our GENLUX Two-Word Interview. —SK
UE DRU
C
Self-description? In five words,
Your heroes? Strong, powerful,
I’m curious, hungry, honest,
independent, unapologetically
frugal, and fun (not necessarily
funny women. And my parents.
in that order).
Childhood teasing? My thin
Your passion? Acting! But
hair. It’s still thin, so these
making people laugh and telling
extensions that Sara McConnell
important stories specifically.
at Sassoon Beverly Hills put
Greatest blessings? My health, unconditional love and support
on me have been so fun and different.
from my family, and my excite-
Biggest regret? At the moment,
ment for life!
I don’t have one.
Guilty pleasure? Kraft Mac n’
Best trait? My friends would
Cheese
probably say that I don’t get too
Happiest moment? Wow, big question! As of now, the release of Fake Famous. Beauty secret? Taking off my makeup at the end of the night! Everyday style? Simple, classic. Levi’s and a t-shirt.
stressed about things. My friends like to say I’m “chill.” Your hobbies? I love working out, hanging out and bbq-ing with my boyfriend, going out to eat and drink with friends. Favorite charity? I love Hilarity for Charity! When I was in
Favorite getaway? I’m going
college, my improv troupe and I
to Maui tomorrow, and although
held a 24-hour comedy mara-
I haven’t been yet, I think it’s
thon and raised quite a bit for it.
going to be my favorite getaway.
What’s next? I’m not entirely
Favorite quote? At the moment
sure. I am currently auditioning,
it’s, “Full Steam Ahead.”
working on my craft, and keeping
DNA change? My singing abilities! I wish I could sing.
agile, so I’m excited and ready for the next project!
MARCIANO JACKET AND SHORT, MARCIANO AND GUESS BOUTIQUES LA SENZA PUSH-UP LACE BODYSUIT, $50, LASENZA.COM
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 63
JACQUEMUS LA ROVE BAHÍA DRESS, $645, THE WEBSTER, BEVERLY CENTER, 424-600-7142 LA SENZA BRA, $49.50, LASENZA.COM
43 2021 64 GENLUX SPRING SPRING/SUMMER 2021
Now, Dominique, please
♥ CLICK HERE TO WATCH MY FAVORITE THINGS WITH DOMINIQUE DRUCKMAN
rate yourself from 1-10 on the following subjects: Competitive: 8, not in board games but with my career. Romantic: 9, I love love! Sensitive: 7 Affectionate: 9, physical touch is one of my top love languages. Driven: 10, I’m ready to put in the time and work to get to where I want to be. Fashionable: 8 Forgiving: 7, I have a pretty good memory—it’s actually kind of creepy! Temperamental: 4, “chill” Dom Critical: 5, more of myself and trying not to be of others. Generous: 9, I love to give giftsremember stories and follow up with people. Honest: 8, probably a little too honest—at least in my head. G
MARCIANO JACKET AND SHORT, MARCIANO AND GUESS BOUTIQUES LA SENZA PUSH-UP LACE BODYSUIT, $50, LASENZA.COM
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 65
ZIMMERMAN BOTANICA BLOUSE, $950; AND FLIP SKIRT, $695, [ZIMMERMANN WEAR.COM/US] ST. JOHN SCULPTED DOUBLE RING, $195, ST.JOHNKNITS.COM ANNE KLEIN DROP EARRINGS, $28, MACY’S 8 BY YOOX LEATHER SQUARE-TOE LACE– UP SANDAL, $200, YOOX.COM
FIELD TRIP
Colorful luxe looks take on a breezy vibe at an urban green space
Photographer: TIM FRANCIS / timfrancisphoto.com Stylist: MIMI LOMBARDO / mimilombardo.format.com Model: RAHA EUROP / New Icon New York Makeup: BRIAN DUPREY / Judy Casey Inc., using MAC Cosmetics Hair: LOUIS ANGELO for Kérastase Styling Assistant: TAMIA GRAY Art Direction: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI @genlux
39 2021 66 GENLUX SPRING SPRING/SUMMER 2021
SPRING/SUMMER GENLUX 40 67 SPRING2021 2021 GENLUX
VALENTINO SHIRT, $2600; VALENTINO SKIRT, $1980, VALENTINO BOUTIQUES ROGER VIVIER MUSTARD SATIN SLIDES, WITH EMBELLISHED STRASS BUCKLE, $1395; ROGER VIVIER VELVET MICRO VANITY BAG, $1595, AT ROGER VIVIER COSTA MESA, 714-435-0015 MADISON AVE, 212-861-5371
THE ATTICO GREEN MINIDRESS, $914, THE WEBSTER, LA, 424-600-7142 AMINA MUADDI ‘EMILI’ CRYSTAL SLIDE, $1210, NEIMAN MARCUS, BEVERLY HILLS, 310-550-5900 NICK FOUQUET FEDORA, NICKFOUQUET.COM
41 2021 68 GENLUX SPRING SPRING/SUMMER 2021
CHANEL THE ATTICO CASHMERE LIZ PULLOVER, BLACK MINI $4850; DRESS, $984, CHANEL THE WEBSTER, GLITTER THE WEBSTER, TWEED PANT, LA, $5300; 424-600-7142 CHANEL METAL EÉRA MOON EARRINGS, BAG $875, 7, $1955, SELECTPERI.A, CHANEL ROBERTSON, BOUTIQUES, 800-550-0005. 310-659-9940 GIANVITO ROGER ROSSI VIVIER LEATHER ‘PORTOFINO’ SNEAKERS, CRYSTAL BOW$1325, HEEL, $1195, ROGER NEIMAN VIVIER, MARCUS, COSTA MESA, BEVERLY 714-435HILLS, 0015, 310-550-5900 MADISON AVE, 212-861-5371
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 69
DICE KAYEK SIGNATURE OFFTHE-SHOULDER DENIM MINI DRESS, $1550, DICE KAYEK DICE KAYEK, SCARF, PUR, PARIS, DRESS, DICEKAYAK.COM
70 2021 43 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER SPRING 2021
BIBHU MOHAPATRA TRI-COLOR SILK BARATHEA GOWN WITH BUTTERFLY BOW AND TRAIN, $5500, [BIBHU. COM], CUSTOM@ BIBHU.COM
SPRING/SUMMER 71 SPRING2021 2021 GENLUX 44
FAITH CONNECXION ICONIC BLAZER, $695; AND EMBROIDERED RUNNER SHORT, $350, [FAITHCONNEXION.COM] LAUREN RALPH LAUREN, TWISTED LINK NECKLACE, $78, MACY’S 8 BY YOOX LEATHER SQUARE-TOE LACE-UP SANDAL $200, YOOX.COM
0678
G
72 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
SPRING/SUMMER GENLUX 46 73 SPRING 2021 2021 GENLUX
KENZO TANK JERSEY DRESS, AND PRINTED NYLON WINDBREAKER, BOTH PUR, AT KENZO.COM ROGER VIVIER LEATHER SNEAKER WITH STRASS BUCKLE, $1325, ROGER VIVIER, COSTA MESA, 714-435-0015 MADISON AVE, 212-861-5371
ATTICO BLAZER, $1453; PANT, $926; OFF-WHITE ALLEN BOW MULES, $1065, ALL AVAILABLE AT THE WEBSTER, LA, 424-600-7142 ANDREA GROUSSMAN JEWELRY EARRINGS, AGFINEJEWELRY.COM
47 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER SPRING 2021 74 2021
ZIMMERMAN DICE KAYEK BOW BOTANICAAND BLOUSE, CRINOLINE $950; ANDBABYDOLL FLIP SKIRT, $695, DRESS, $1455; [ZIMMERMANN DICE KAYEK WAIST WEAR.COM/US] BELT WORN IN ANNEHAIR, KLEIN$648, DROP EARRINGS, DICEKAYEK.COM $28, MACY’SROSSI GIANVITO 8 BY YOOX LEATHER ‘PORTOFINO’ CRYSSQUARE-TOE LACE– TAL HEEL, $1195, UP SANDAL, NEIMAN$200, MARCUS, YOOX.COM BEVERLY HILLS, 310-550-5900
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 75
BLUE DENIM NATION
You’re wearing the blues this season! Dress ‘em up, or dress ‘em down, it’s all about the denim.
Photographer: ERIC WHITE @mrwhite_seemanagement Executive Fashion Editor/Stylist: MINDY SAAD @mindysaadstylist Model: ARIELA SOARES / New York Models / @ariela_o Hair: MOIZ ALLADINA @moizalladina Using R+Co & Leonorgreyl Makeup: ASHLEIGH CIUCCI @beauteousmax @seemanagement Stylist Assistant: SELAH ROMERO @selahromero, Valentin Borriello @valentin_borriello Art Direction: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI @genlux
39 2021 76 GENLUX SPRING SPRING/SUMMER 2021
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER AT MORPHEW, PUR, @SHOPMORPHEW. NOLA WALKER JACKET, @SHOWROOMSEVEN DIRTY.DENIM.NYC PATCH JEANS, $1000, DIRTYDENIMNYC.COM ERICKSON BEAMON BELT, AND EARRINGS, ERICKSONBEAMON.COM ETRO WOVEN CHOKER, $320, ETRO.COM PATRICIA VON MUSLIN, WIDE “SWIRL” CUFF, $6500, BERGDORF GOODMAN, NY, THE RAFAEL’S BOUTIQUE, SAN FRANCISCO, 415-974-6772
SPRING 2021 2021 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER GENLUX 40 77
ATTICO BLAZER, $1453; PANT, $926; OFF-WHITE ALLEN BOW MULES, GUESS JACKET, $1065, ALL $128, GUESS.COM AVAILABLE AT MORPHEW BODYSUIT, THE WEBSTER, LA, @SHOPMORPHEW. 424-600-7142 POLLY PROPS NECKLACE, ANDREA GROUSSPIERREJEWELRY CARDIN 1970S MAN EARRINGS, $3800, AGFINE@POLLYSPROPS JEWELRY.COM
78 41 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER SPRING 2021 2021
DICE KAYEK BOW AND CRINOLINE GUESS JACKET, BABYDOLL $128. GUESS.COM DRESS, $1455; MORPHEW BODYSUIT, DICE KAYEK WAIST @SHOPMORPHEW. WORN IN STELLABELT MCCARTNEY, BOYFRIEND HAIR, JEAN, $648, $475, DICEKAYEK.COM STELLAMCCARTNEY.COM GIANVITO VERSACEROSSI BELT, ‘PORTOFINO’ CRYS@SHOPMORPHEW. TAL HEEL, $1195, POLLY PROPS NECKLACE, NEIMAN MARCUS, PIERRE CARDIN 1970S BEVERLY$3800, HILLS, EARRINGS, 310-550-5900 @POLLYSPROPS
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 79
NORMA KAMALI ODONATA GAUZE LOW-BACK FARA SLIP CATSUIT, $150; BLUE ACID WASH DENIM JEAN COAT, $425, NORMAKAMALI.COM JENNIFER FISHER SMALL CHAIN LINK CUFF, $350; MEDIUM CHAIN LINK CUFF; WEIGHTLESS HOLLOW TUBE CUFF, $295, JENNIFERFISHERJEWELRY. COM, 888-255-0640 PATRICIA VON MUSLIN QUILT CUFF, $3000; RIDGED CUFF, $6400; BERGDORF GOODMAN, NY JENNIFER FISHER TRIPLE CHAIN LINK RING, $325; DOUBLE CYLINDER RING, $295; STRIPE SIGNET RING; $225; TEARDROP LILLY HOOPS, $525; BABY TEARDROP LILLY HOOPS, $395, JENNIFERFISHERJEWELRY. COM, 888-255-0640 ALEXANDER MCQUEEN, STUDDED LENS ROUND SUNGLASSES, $440, ALEXANDERMCQUEEN.COM ALEXANDER MCQUEEN RODEO DR, 323-782-4983
DICE KAYEK SIGNATURE OFFTHE-SHOULDER DENIM MINI DRESS, $1550, DICE KAYEK DICE KAYEK, SCARF, PUR, PARIS, DRESS, DICEKAYAK.COM
43 2021 80 GENLUX SPRING SPRING/SUMMER 2021
DSQUARED2 TOP; DSQUARED2 JEAN, PUR, DSQUARED2.COM/US SULTRY AFFAIR AT THE CONFESSIONAL BODY CHAIN, $1000, THE CONFESSIONAL SHOWROOM, NYC GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI ‘ALEXANDRA’ WHITE LEATHER PUMP, $750, GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI BOUTIQUES, GIUSEPPEZANOTTI.COM ERICKSON BEAMON EARRINGS, PUR, @ERICKSONBEAMON
SPRING2021 2021 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER GENLUX 44 81
VALENTINO TOP, $4500; LEVI’S X VALENTINO JEAN, $1150; VALENTINO GARAVANI ROMAN STUD SHOE, $1100, VALENTINO BOUTIQUES, AND VALENTINO.COM JENNIFER FISHER WEIGHTLESS HOLLOW TUBE CUFF, $295, MEDIUM CHAIN LINK CUFF, PUR; SMALL CHAIN LINK CUFF, $350 JENNIFERFISHERJEWELRY. COM, 888-255-0640 POLLY PROPS NECKLACE AND RINGS, PUR, @POLLYSPROPS, POLLY PROPS
THE ATTICO GREEN MINIDRESS, $914, THE WEBSTER, LA, 424-600-7142 AMINA MUADDI ‘EMILI’ CRYSTAL SLIDE, $1210, NEIMAN MARCUS, BEVERLY HILLS, 310-550-5900 NICK FOUQUET FEDORA, NICKFOUQUET.COM
82 GENLUX SPRING SPRING/SUMMER 2021 45 2021
THE ATTICO LIZ BLACK MINI DRESS, $984, THE WEBSTER, THE WEBSTER, LA, 424-600-7142 EÉRA MOON BAG 7, $1955, PERI.A, ROBERTSON, 310-659-9940 GIANVITO ROSSI ‘PORTOFINO’ CRYSTAL BOW HEEL, $1195, NEIMAN MARCUS, BEVERLY HILLS, 310-550-5900
CHRISTIAN DIOR BLOUSE, CHRISTIAN DIOR JACKET, PUR; CHRISTIAN DIOR SKIRT, $3200; CHRISTIAN DIOR ‘QUEST’ BOOT, $1650; CHRISTIAN DIOR DOUBLE BELT, $1200, DIOR BOUTIQUES, 800-929-DIOR JENNIFER FISHER, 3” TWISTED KARLA HOOPS, $595; HAILEY HOOPS, $650; STRIPE SIGNET RING, $225, JENNIFERFISHERJEWELRY.COM 888-255-0640
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 83
CHANEL TOP, $2700; CHANEL WASHED DENIM PANT, $1350; CHANEL GLITTER TWEED JACKET, PUR, CHANEL EARRINGS, $975; CHANEL METAL/ LAMBSKIN BELT, $2075, CHANEL BOUTIQUES, 800-550-0005. VINTAGE CHRISTIAN DIOR AT MORPHEW SHOE, PUR, @SHOPMORPHEW
G
47 2021 84 GENLUX GENLUX SPRING SPRING/SUMMER 2021
L.F. MARKEY, DOMINIC BOILERSUIT IN INDIGO, $208, LFMARKEY.COM JENNIFER FISHER ‘BABY KEVIN’ HOOPS, $450, JENNIFERFISHERJEWELRY. COM, 888-255-0640 POLLY PROPS FRENCH COIN 1970S NECKLACE, $750; POLLY PROPS SNAKE CHAIN+BALL 1970S NECKLACE, $275, @POLLYSPROPS SULTRY AFFAIR CHAIN BELT, $500, THE CONFESSIONAL SHOWROOM, NYC @SULTRYAFFAIRSTYLE
SPRING 2021 2021 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER GENLUX48 85
PACO RABANNE VINTAGE VEST, @SHOPMORPHEW. ETRO PAISLEY DENIM SHORT, $800, ETRO.COM PATRICIA VON MUSLIN WIDE VERMEIL QUILT CUFF, $6000; NARROW 1-INCH WIDE QUILT CUFF, $3000; WIDE SWIRL CUFF, $6500; RIDGED CUFF, $6400, BERGDORF GOODMAN, NY, THE RAFAEL’S BOUTIQUE, SAN FRANCISCO, 415-974-6772 MARIKO, PALM BEACH JENNIFER FISHER 3” TEARDROP LILLY HOOPS, $525; BABY TEARDROP LILLY HOOPS, $395 JENNIFERFISHERJEWELRY. COM, 888-255-0640
SPRING 2021 49 GENLUX GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 86 2021
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN ASYMMETRIC DENIM MIDI DRESS, $2850, ALEXANDER MCQUEEN, SOHO, 332-214-7080 ALEXANDERMCQUEEN.COM ALEXANDER MCQUEEN, CORSET WAIST BELT, $920; ALEXANDER MCQUEEN, WANDER BOOT, $990; ALEXANDER MCQUEEN, SHORT STORY BAG, $2190, ALEXANDER MCQUEEN SOHO, 332-214-7080
SPRING2021 2021 GENLUX 87 50 SPRING/SUMMER
PANTS AND RECREATION Short or long, cute or chic, there are plenty of pants to play around in this season.
Photographer: TIM FRANCIS / timfrancisphoto.com Stylist: MIMI LOMBARDO / mimilombardo.format.com Model: SIF SAGA / Supreme Models NYC / @itsmesif Makeup: BRIAN DUPREY / Judy Casey Inc., using MAC Cosmetics Hair: LOUIS ANGELO for Kérastase Styling Assistant: TAMIA GRAY Art Direction: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI @genlux
88 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
LOUIS VUITTON MONOGRAM PLAYSUIT, $2300; LV ARCHLIGHT SNEAKERS, $1340, SELECT LOUIS VUITTON STORES 866-VUITTON LOUISVUITTON.COM
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 89
MAX MARA JERSEY TOP, $795; MAX MARA COTTON PANT, $765; AND MAX MARA LEATHER NECKLACE BAG, $285, AT MAX MARA, ATTICO BLAZER, BEVERLY HILLS, $1453; PANT, $926; 310-385-9343 OFF-WHITE ALLEN MAXMARA.COM BOW MULES, ROGER VIVIER $1065, LEATHERALLSNEAKER AVAILABLE AT WITH EMBELLISHED THE WEBSTER, LA, STRASS BUCKLE, 424-600-7142 $1325, ROGER ANDREA COSTA GROUSSVIVIER, MAN JEWELRY MESA, 714-435EARRINGS, AGFINE0015, MADISON JEWELRY.COM AVE, 212-861-5371
90 GENLUX SPRING SPRING/SUMMER 2021 41 2021
L’AGENCE ‘KENZIE’ TWEED BLAZER, $650; AND L’AGENCE ASHTON TWEED SHORT, $325, LAGENCE.COM LAUREN RALPH LAUREN TWISTED LINK NECKLACE, $78, MACY’S LONNA & LILLY NAVETTE HOOPS, $24, MACY’S
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 91
DOLCE & GABBANA: JACQUARD BLAZER Photographer: ROBERT STEINKEN / SteinkenPhotography.com $3745; SHORT, Stylist: CHRISTINA MCNOWN / @stylebycbm $1025; COTTON Makeup: TUXEDO SHIRT $675;LUIS CASCO @luiscascomakeup / CloutierRemix.com CALFSKIN BELT,ROBERT $645; Hair: STEINKEN / CelestineAgency.com AND PATCHWORK Hair Assistant: ANDY AYALA @andyhairart PUMP, $695, SELECT Digital Artist: LEONA MANASTUREAN DOLCE & GABBANA DICE KAYEK Art Direction: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI @genlux BOUTIQUES, SIGNATURE OFF877-70-DGUSA, THE-SHOULDER DENIMDOLCEGABBANA.COM MINI DRESS,ELIZABETH $1550, REID KISS DICE KAYEK SOCKS, $26, ELIZABETH-REID.COM DICE KAYEK, SCARF, PUR, PARIS, DRESS, DICEKAYAK.COM
92 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
ALL TORY BURCH: SCALLOP VEST, $298; SHIRT, $298; PLAID TROUSER, $398; LOAFER, $348; DYECUT BAG, $598; AND BLUE-LIGHT-FILTERING FRAMES, $157, TORY BURCH BOUTIQUES AND TORYBURCH.COM
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 93
ETRO T-SHIRT, $800; ETRO SHORT, $670; AND BELT, $470, ETRO BOUTIQUES ST.JOHN GOLD EARRINGS, $135, ST.JOHNKNITS.COM
45 GENLUX GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER SPRING 2021 94 2021
ALL AKRIS: LAMB NAPPA LEATHER TRENCH, $6950; SILK TUNIC SHIRT DRES;, $2390; PRINTED SILK/ WOOL PANT, $1390; AKRIS BAL HARBOUR BOUTIQUES AND AKRIS.COM
SPRING/SUMMER SPRING2021 2021 GENLUX 95 46
Photographer: JENNIFER ROVERO / Camraface from Early Morning Riot Hair/Makeup: PAMELA BROGARDI @GlambyPamelaB Hair/Makeup Assistant: KELLI KRISTEN Art Direction: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI @genlux
96 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
VALENTINO GOWN, $8900, VALENTINO BOUTIQUES VINTAGE EARRINGS, NICKY’S OWN
HEART AND SOLE
Doe-eyed and dimpled beauty Nicky Hilton Rothschild lives one of those enviable fairytale lives that even Instagram can’t fake. Here, the philanthropist, shoe designer, and mother shares with our STEPHEN KAMIFUJI about her new collab with French Sole and how being an introvert during the COVID-19 lockdown had its silver lining. SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 97
T
he last time I’d interviewed Nicky Hilton Rothschild was six years ago, a few weeks before she wed businessman James Rothschild at a fairytale wedding in Kensington Palace. She was freakishly calm, claiming “bridezilla” wasn’t in her DNA. Fast forward six years, and a lot has changed. Today, we caught up by phone to hear about her latest shoe collaboration—me, in Los Angeles, donning my COVID-19 pajama work outfit, and Nicky at her Bleeker Street home in New York, wearing a black Alice and Olivia tracksuit. She’s just returned from dropping her kids off at their Fifth Avenue pre-school, and James is at work, so the house is quiet. She’s sitting at her babyblue desk in her home office, enjoying a fresh bagel and a cup of coffee. In front of her is a tube of Augustinus Bader hand cream, some cut flowers, a bunch of pens, highlighters, and a composition notebook, “Because,” she says, “I’m old school and believe in writing things down.” The family pad, steeped in British-influenced design, is all James. “My husband has a great eye,” Nicky claims. “He’s secretly into interior design, so I let him take the lead. He really, really enjoys it, so it’s a win-win.” Against one wall, there’s a whimsical full-length mirror trimmed in hand-painted botanicals from Fleur Home. On another are paintings by Gary Bunt and by James’s aunt, Elliott Puckette. Puckette is known for painting elegant, swirly French-curvilinear creations—controlled yet wonderfully organic. Still around, since our last interview, are her cats, Mac and Cheese. “Yes, they’re here with me,” she says, “and very much enjoying the peace and quiet. Mac is around seven now, and Cheese is 12 or 13.” Nicky self-describes as shy and introverted—traits that proved positive during COVID-19 ’s shelter-in-place mandate. “I was happy and grateful to be home with my family, and I didn’t take that for granted,” she says. “It’s pretty incredible when I had breakfast, lunch, and dinner over 100 consecutive days with my husband and children at the height of the pandemic. I don’t know at what other point in my life when that will happen again. Every single meal, every day—definitely the silver lining to the lockdown.” Mirroring Nicky’s personality and that of Paris, her gregarious older sister, are Nicky’s daughters who share similar opposing characteristics. “With the girls, my oldest is an introvert and reclusive, and the little one is extroverted and more talkative.” Nicky’s other home-bound pleasures these days include online shopping from unique boutiques like First Dibs. “I scroll for art or vintage pieces or furniture, and you can get lost for hours,” she says. “Etsy has a lot of cools stuff, too, and they like supporting the independent vendor. I just bought some hand-blown vases. I’m also committed to shop local this year and support my neighborhood shops like the McNally Jackson bookshop instead of buying on Amazon.
98 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
The Hilton girls were born in New York and raised on both coasts. When they were in elementary school, they crushed on the cast of a new show called Beverly Hills 90210. “I loved Luke Perry, Jason Priestly—all of the boys!” Nicky exclaims, “I did!” Nicky remembers getting dressed up to go to Chasen’s restaurant (the original Beverly Hills celebrity haunt with its dark wood paneling and U-shape leather booths) for Sunday brunch with her parents, Rick and Kathy Hilton. Often, Aaron Spelling, the show’s creator, and his daughter, Tory, who played Donna Martin on 90210, would be there. “Even though we were family friends, Paris and I would beg my mom to bring us over to their table to get an autograph from Tory,” recalls Nicky. “Then, at the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric Aids Foundation events, the 90210 cast would have booths to raise money, so Paris and I would wait in the long line to get their pictures and autographs. We were 90210 obsessed.” Both Paris and Nicky are now astute businesswomen who recognize the equity of fame and the value of the ubiquitous Hilton brand. Paris has 19 product lines and counting, and Nicky recently collaborated with Amanda Hearst Rønning on a new collection of cruelty-free, eco-sustainable ballet flats for French Sole. “I live in cotton dresses and silk boho dresses and cutoff jean shorts,” Nicky shares. “I wanted to make some cute and comfortable shoes that I could wear. My shoes are 100 percent sustainable made of a combination of certified recycled materials. The linings are beaded microfibers, and the sole is plant-based. I found this factory in Spain that specializes in sustainable materials.” “It was great to do this collection with Amanda, who I’ve known since we were babies,” says Nicky. “Amanda has an ecoconscious fashion website where she highlights sustainable fashion brands. I consider myself a pretty eco-friendly person. I’m not perfect, but I try to do my part to lead a more sustainable life, like turning off the lights when I leave the room or taking shorter showers. I feel like we all need to do our part to leave this world a better place for our children.” Nicky’s latest philanthropic work includes the Arise Foundation (arisefdn.org), an NGO that combats human trafficking. “There’s a crisis in the Philippines that needs our help,” Nicky shares emphatically. “Online sexual exploitation of Filipino children has increased 264% during the lockdown as traffickers have found ways of targeting children. 11-years-old is the average age of children rescued in the Philippines.” Nicky is also participating in the board intern program at the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation. Last year, the foundation distributed $207 million around the world. “Every year, we award the largest humanitarian prize in the world,” says Nicky. “In 2020, $2.5 million in unrestricted funding went to Homeboy Industries in LA—the gang intervention, rehab, and re-entry program dedicated to providing hope, training and support to individuals. I’m incredibly proud of the good work of our Hilton family foundation.” G
JACQUEMUS LA ROVE BAHÍA DRESS, $645, THE WEBSTER, BEVERLY CENTER, 4246007142 LA SENZA BRA, $49.50, LASENZA.COM
ST ROCHE ‘SIERRA’ PADDEDSHOULDER SWEATER IN CAMEL MERINO WOOL, $320, ST‐ROCHE.COM L’AGENCE JEANS VRAI X AMANDA HEARST CELESTIAL DOUBLESTRAND TENNIS NECKLACE, $67,000; VRAI X AMANDA HEARST ‘CHATEAU’ STUDS, $3100, MAISON DEMODE.COM VALENTINO ROMAN STUD CALFSKIN PUMP, $1150, VALENTINO.COM
♥ CLICK HERE TO WATCH MY FAVORITE THINGS WITH NICKY HILTON ROTHSCHILD
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 99
ST ROCHE ‘SIERRA’ PADDEDSHOULDER SWEATER IN CAMEL MERINO WOOL, $320, ST‐ROCHE.COM L’AGENCE JEANS VRAI X AMANDA HEARST CELESTIAL DOUBLESTRAND TENNIS NECKLACE, $67,000,MAISON DEMODE.COM
WHEN NOT IN HER FRENCH SOLE COLLEC TION, NICKY REELS OFF HER OTHER SHOE FAVES. “I LOVE AQUAZZURA, MANOLO BLAHNIK, AMINA MUADDI, AND ROTHY’SWHO MAKE REALLY COOL SHOES MADE OUT OF RECYCLED PLASTIC BOT TLES. THEY DO GREAT WORK.”
100 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
OSCAR DE LA RENTA DRESS, NICKY HILTON X FRENCH SOLE ‘KATHY’ ECO‐FLAT, $150, NICKYHILTON.COM
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 101
ALICE+OLIVIA ‘SAMANTHA’ BELTED FLORAL DRESS, $550, ALICEANDOLIVIA.COM FOUNDRAE CUSTOM HEART MEDALLION, $4795; CHAIN, $4810, FOUNDRAE.COM VINTAGE NECKLACE
102 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
MAX MARA WEEKEND FLUTTERFLIES DRESS, $675, MAXMARA.COM
ST. ROCHE ‘TOMI’ IVORY DRESS, $375, MAISONDEMODE.COM RENNA ECLECTIC CHARM BRACELET, $14,000; RENNA BITSY BEAN GOLD STUD, $330, MAISONDEMODE.COM
SPRING/SUMMER GENLUX 101 103 SPRING/SUMMER2021 2021 GENLUX
EDITOR’S PICKS
Everybody is doing it; cycling all over town! This summer I have my eyes on this super-chic and extra-quick Beaumont Rev City electric bike. Zip around with assisted power at speeds up to 20-mph. It’s like exercising while looking fabulous. Whoever knows me, knows I love perfume. I’m loving this adorable necklace. Spray the pebble, let it dry for a few seconds and the scent will be with you for up to two days. You can spray encore et encore et encore. Hmmmm, j’aime ça!!! —Samia Arslane Veronique Gabai ‘G Spot’ eau de parfum, 85ml, $260, (notes: pink pepper, rose, iris, vanilla, white musk, leather, cedar wood); Veronique Gabai white pebble with gold chain, $95, veroniquegabai.com
Alexander McQueen ‘The Curve’ leather bag in tea rose, $1490, Alexander McQueen, Beverly Hills, 323-782-4983, alexandermcqueen.com
Alexander McQueen ‘Court’ sunglasses, $275, Alexander McQueen, Beverly Hills, 323-782-4983, alexandermcqueen.com Beaumont Rev City electric bike, $1199.99, retrospec.com
Aman Haru Eau de Parfum 50 ml, $286, shop.aman.com
Koh Gen Do brightening moisture powder in blurring beige, $62, kohgendo cosmetics.com
Susanne Kaufmann oil bath for the senses, $76, violetgrey.com
John Hardy Bamboo 18K gold overlap ring, $3400, johnhardy.com
Balmain white calfskin and metallic gold leather B-Court sneakers, $595, balmain.com
Marie France Van Damme metallic Milady bikini bandeau, $329, mariefrancevandamme.com
Balmain scarf, balmain.com samia@genlux.com / Insta: @samiagenlux / Twitter: @SamiaArslane
104 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
Christian Louboutin CARACABA patchwork travel tote, $1990, Christian Louboutin, Beverly Hills, 310-652-5700, christianlouboutin.com
CHANEL.COM
AMANDA ELIASCH
Photo by Inesa De La Roche
FASHION EDITOR
RALPH & RUSSO BLACK METALLIC PLEATED TULLE MINI GOWN WITH BLACK VELVET BELT, $6980, RALPHANDRUSSO.COM
ME AND SNOWDEN HILL
106 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
I have been away for 91 days from my home in Chelsea. It started with ten days taking photographs in Barbados, where it was an utter joy to be away from the endless conversations about whether or not to have a vaccine. I went with my hairdresser, Snowden Hill. (It’s said Joan Crawford only traveled with her hairdresser—she couldn’t stand anyone else). We saw the whole island of Barbados and love the people who live there. I stayed at the hotel Cobblers Cove—a stunning paradise of pink and white 50s glamour. Next, we traveled to a pink and orange boutique hotel in Mexico called Las Alamandas—an oasis away from the drug cartels in total safety. It’s owned by Isabel Goldsmith-Pantiño—such an incredible hostess with a charming staff. I stayed in a pretty house called Bougainvillea. The highlight was riding perfect horses on the beach and regaining my equestrian nerve. I went to a birthday party in Carayes given by an elegant Russian named Masha Adonyeva—a beautiful affair with singers and guitarists in traditional costumes. During my stay, I had picnics, walks, and adventures to the surrounding mountains. My flight from Mexico to LA was via a tiny plane, where I believe my luggage weighed about as much. I prayed I’d arrive safely, and did. LA is slowly opening, though, The Charlie, my favourite historical hotel, was not open, so I stayed at the Kimpton Le Peer. A cute place walking distance to Maxfield’s. Sue Wong hosted an extravaganza at her beautiful Hollywood historical mansion in Loz Feliz— totally chic and gorgeously decorated. Before leaving, I had a quiet drink with another GENLUX contributor, Martyn Lawrence Bullard, at his home on Crescent Heights—it’s so full of style, and I loved his clothes, shoe cupboards, and his use of black and white. I also love my friend Nigel Daley’s new magazine, The Laboratory Collection. The most current issue celebrates the life of Duggie Fields, who, sadly, passed away in March. Our time is indeed precious, so let’s close the door on gloom and build back better. Minimalism is out! Let’s share the colour and live fashion to its fullest. G
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN PUNK STUD PUMP, $990, ALEXANDERMCQUEEN.COM
HAND PAINTED WALLPAPER degournay.com | info@degournay.com ‘Wisteria’ hand painted wallpaper Interior design by Maria Filippova. Photography by Mikhail Stepanov
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 107 de Gournay_Genlux.indd 5
22/02/2021 18:42
SERIOUSLY, I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT... BY LAURA DUNN LUXURY DIRECTOR
Follow me: @lauradunn Visit: lauradunnluxury.com
MY BODY MY CHOICE This bold statement, appliqued along the side of these GUCCI jeans... reinforces this slogan to empower whoever slips them on! Feminist, I am not... but loving the look and fit? Yes, please!! Zip front with classic five pockets, I’m wondering.... Did you get the message? $1500, gucci.com
108 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
these gorgeous candles! Lucky me!! Several months ago I was gifted a few Saint candles created by my beautiful friend Ira DeWitt. Saint Candles are modern Prayer Candles for a Cause. Ira is a music executive with a PhD in education. When a friend was diagnosed with a life-threatening illness, she wanted to give her something more purposeful— something that evoked a sense of comfort and spirituality — so Ira created this candle collection. There are 15 different candles named after a patron saint. The beautiful packaging, individualized scents, and unique features make this an unforgettable gift. Each Saint Candle comes with a prayer to the patron saint, holy oil as part of the wax (blessed by both a priest and a rabbi), and an Italian prayer coin embedded into the candle which reveals itself once the candle has burned down. When I found the coin.... it was like the surprise toy inside! Now here is where the story gets great. Ira donates 10% to 20% of all proceeds (depending on which product) to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. After only a year and a half in business, $100,000 has been donated thus far. Candles with a cause.... what a heavenly idea! Thank you Ira!! $55, saintcandles.com
SWEDISH SKINCARE
Stråla One... developed by Nicole Winter, begins its story in Sweden. It’s an all in one, night and day cream that dramatically reverses signs of aging while delivering cellular nourishment. I started using this cream a month ago and saw a definite glow develop within two weeks. Designed to enhance and simplify skincare, Stråla Use it morning and evening on the face, décolletage, and hands for wonderful results! stralaskincare.com
BEAUTY
GENLUX My Summertime Skincare Vacation Guide
Summertime is fast approaching - a time of family trips, relaxation and most importantly, a break from everyday duties and routines. While enjoying the hot weather, we must not forget about our skin, which requires special protection. Follow my tips to keep your skin looking healthy and beautiful throughout the summer. -Ninka B @ninkabskin
1. Sun Protection
2. Daily Hydration
Whether we take a trip to the ocean, escape to the mountains or enjoy a bicycle trip outside the city - our skin is exposed to the sun’s harmful rays. The most important thing is to use sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher and reapply every two hours. Additionally, we should avoid excessive exposure to the sun, especially around noon. Ninka B. recommends: EltaMD UV Aero Broad-Spectrum SPF 45, $34.50, dermstore.com, or EltaMD.com
Summer is when our skin requires additional care. Both sunbathing and hot weather conditions - high temperatures and wind - irritate and significantly weaken the skin’s condition. Therefore, it is worth using daily serums and creams containing active ingredients such as antioxidants, ceramides, and peptides to ensure adequate facial skin hydration. It is also essential to remember to apply care to the whole body. Nourishing lotions will bring relief after spending time outdoors. Ninka B. recommends: ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense $150; ZO Body Emulsion, $95, zoskinhealth.com
4. Lip care
The intense summer sun is tough on the thin and delicate lip skin, prone to dryness. I recommend that you carry with you my favorite go-to product that feels luxurious and nourishing. It will prevent dryness and make your lips look luscious. Ninka B. recommends: La Mer The Lip Balm, $70, net-a-porter.com
3. Treat your skin to a mask
I am a big proponent of the regular use of facial masks. It’s one of the most pleasant ways to feed the skin with nourishing ingredients and ensure a healthy glow afterwards. During hot summer months and vacation season, both traveling and sun exposure may dry up the skin’s surface. Therefore a cooling and hydrating mask is a must. My favorite is the Sircuitskin Swell Oceanic Cooling Mask, formulated with antioxidants, caviar extract, pearl powder, aloe vera, and sea buckthorn extract. This mask will delightfully refresh the skin and the firming properties to the skin. Ninka B. recommends: Sircuitskin Swell Oceanic Cooling Mask, $75, sircuitskin.com
5.Take cooling showers
A cooling shower will revitalize the skin and add radiance to it. It’s a great way to refresh your body, and to add a little energy on a hot summer day. Additionally, it firms and tones the skin. Using a luxurious and hydrating body wash will keep the skin barrier healthy and transport your mind to a relaxing oasis. Ninka B. recommends: Le Labo Rose 31 shower gel, $55, lelabofragrances.com
My mission is to create a beautiful future for your skin. Enjoy the selection of products I hand-picked to maintain your beauty and youthfulness. I wish you all a wonderful Spring into Summer! @ninkabskin
110 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
DIOR.COM
FASHION
GENLUX
HAIR THEE hair WELL Coolest accessory of
the season. This upscale take on the leather and stick, 70s-style clip is so refined. Balmain Paris Hair Couture gold-tone hairclip, $375, net-a-porter.com
FASHION DESIGNER NOTES — DAVID MEISTER It’s almost Summer! Be gone oversized t-shirts, baggy sweats, and hoodies. Time to shed the cocoon and live our pretty lives and show some skin. If we are dressing up and going out, we are going to do it only one way—Big, Big, and Bigger. I want to dance everywhere...on tables, on the beach, by the pool, you name it. Be safe, stay healthy, but most important, have some fun in the sun.
SO CHARMING!
OBSESSED!
Love this flawless handenameled clutch. Mary Katrantzou in collab with 13BC. Based on the Mykonos Port—one of my fave spots in the world. This is the perfect IT bag for spring and summer. Fun and easy, but so polished and chic! 13BC + Mary Katrantzou Gold Mykonos Clutch, $3950, net-a-porter.com
CLUB INGENIOUS! YACHT Calling all yacht guests! This Small, chargeable, lightweight and cordless. Easy, easy, easy for travel and so easy for a quick straightening or touch-up. Balmain Paris Hair Couture universal cordless straightener, $385, net-a-porter.com
SO SEXY!
is so over-the-top, but is exactly what it should be. Throw on your shades and your simple slides. Grab the champagne and let the party begin. PatBo pink blossom cutout ruffled floral jacquard swimsuit, $450, net-a-porter.com
The perfect sandal to take you anywhere. The clear PVC straps elongate your leg - pair them with a great nude pedicure and you are good to go! Christian Louboutin ‘Just Nothing’ 85 PVC and patent leather mule, $675, net-a-porter.com
112 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
ADORBS!
This whimsical retro Hawaiian short set is playful, adorable, and a polished way to wear shorts. Zimmerman Riders Cropped Printed crepe shirt, $375; bottom, $310, net-a-porter.com
I am really feeling and loving this beautiful nude blush color in this easy but oh-so-way-sexy silhouette by PatBo. Just go for it. PatBo embellished cutout crochet knit maxi dress, $750, net-a-porter.com
FLY AWAY!
I don’t know about you, but I am so ready to get away. Even a suitcase should be glamorous. This rose-gold carry-on is perfect for all your adventures. CalPak Ambeur Carry-On, $165, net-a-porter.com
GENLUX
FASHION
FEEL THE FIRE
Okay...feeling nostalgic again. I had some of the best times on Fire Island. Beautiful bodies, amazing architecture, crazy parties, and great friends. There really is nowhere quite like it in the world. Tom Bianchi: Fire Island Pines, Polaroids 1975-1983, $46, bookshop.org
SUPER SEXY
Exactly what a sexy summer dress should be...bright, feminine, and fun. This one-shoulder jacquard Saint Laurent dress can take you places. Saint Laurent ruffled floral silk-satin jacquard mini dress, $3290, net-a-porter.com
SUMMER LOVIN’
MAKE IT MISSONI Missoni’s traditional chevron stitch looks dead on right. Somehow the nostalgic pattern done in modern colors and a great silhouette just makes me smile. Missoni open back lilac crochet knit silk halterneck maxi dress, $2155, net-a-porter.com
HEY,TIGER!
Get your growl and prowl on! This slinky ruched bandeau by Norma Kamali is so sexy and This movie seems so right for glam. This print looks amaznow. The music, the dancing… ing on a tan body. No one does fun and light. Remember Sum- sexy suits like Norma. Norma Kamali slinky ‘Marissa’ ruched mer lovin’ happened so fast! tiger-print bandeau, $195, net-a-porter.com
TAN CAN
If you can’t get to the sun then bring the sun to you. Supergoop spray on tan is pretty fab. What better way to show off than with a great tan. Supergoop! Healthy Glow Sunless Tan SPF40, $40, net-aporter.com
CHIC CLICKS
LET’S DANCE Petalwork Pink Lace mini by Stella McCartney is ready to go...straight to the dance floor. Stella McCartney ‘Daniela’ one-shoulder cotton blend corded lace mini dress, $3250, net-a-porter.com
Fresh! Saint Laurent’s Amber Sandal in black patent feels right. The delicate sandal with the statement rose is so feminine but glam in a cool way. Set your shoe closet abloom! Saint Laurent ‘Amber’ sandal in black patent leather, $945, net-a-porter.com
CRAZY COOL Diggin’ both of these black leather belts and harnesses. A cool way to update a look and make it look crazy cool. Alexander McQueen Leather Harness, $1290; Alexander McQueen harness double belt, $1150, alexandermcqueen.com
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 113
GIFT GUIDE
GENLUX DESIGNER NOTES MARTYN LAWRENCE BULLARD Here are some of my favorite designs from the worlds of fashion, interiors, and more!”
NICK FOUQUET ORANGE SUNSHINE HAT
A hat in the summer ensures not only a hip statement, but also protects both your face and your hair from the damaging sun rays. The ‘Orange Sunshine’ Nick Fouquet felt hat has a timeless quality to it even though it’s one of fashion’s hottest trends. $1450, nickfouquet.com
CLARESCA TROPICA GLASS TUMBLER,
PRADA SMARTPHONE CASE
The new Prada unisex collection brushed white leather smart phone case becomes the chic ultimate home for your most vital summer lifeline! $625, prada.com
ETTORE SOTTSASS JR., ULTRAFRAGOLA MIRROR
Nothing heralds the summer more than a fun pop of color in the home. A mirror is always a great way to brighten a room, adding light and a touch of whimsy. The Ettore Sottsass pink ultrafragola mirror is a design classic and certainly will add summer vibes to any space. Vintage ones are available on 1st dibs.com. Prices vary, poltronova.it
114 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
AUGUSTINUS BADER RICH CREAM
My ultimate favorite skin care, Augustinus Bader, has brought out an updated version of their famous Rich Cream, that is even more luxuriant and moisturizing. Perfect protection and rejuvenation for those sultry summer days. $265, augustinusbader.com
This tumbler in etched glass adds a vibrant splash of summer glamour to any table setting or bar. The tropical leaves etched onto the pink tourmaline colored glass sets the tone whether used as water glasses on an al fresco dining table under the stars or margarita glasses at the bar! $117, The Webster
GUCCI GG MULTICOLOR SANDAL-
Comfort is key this summer and that goes especially for the feet. The unisex Gucci GG sandal captures the right balance of signature style and designer pizazz. $690, gucci.com
VALENTINO SILK FLORAL SHORT SLEEVE
This luscious take on the ultimate summer silk shirt is sure to make any man stand out in the crowd. With its beautiful amethyst hue and floral motif this piece is a must have addition to your summer wardrobe. $1550, The Webster
GIFT GUIDE
GENLUX
BOTTEGA VENETA ‘JODIE’ BAG
The ice cream colorway of the ‘Jodie Bag‘ is the cutest addition to Bottega Veneta’s collection and certainly one of the most fun accessories of the season. $1790, Bottega Veneta, Melrose Place, LA, 323-782-4970
THE HERMES PASSIFOLIA PORCELAIN COLLECTION
is like bringing a vacation home. The exotic floral extravaganza on this collection is so colorful and joyful, who wouldn’t want to start the day off with breakfast on these plates. Presentation plate, $360; Dinner plate, $240; Side plate, $130; Cereal Bowl, $220; Tart Platter, $510, hermes.com
MELISSA ODABASH LEOPARD PRINT BIKINI
Nothing like walking on the wild side this summer...and no better way to do it than in this leopard bikini. Vintage 50s movie star appeal with the bandeau top and side sash detail on the briefs. $117 for bandeau top; $117 for bottom, net-a-porter.com
BEE GODDESS
Each Bee Goddess jewel is created with an empowering message at its core. This diamond tiger pendant pronounces power and prowess, two dynamic forces to guide us through 2021 in great style. $15,700, beegoddess.com
CASTANEA WALLPAPER
With grand millennial being the style du mode, there is nothing like wallpaper to capture its essence. The British company ‘House of Hackney’ has certainly created a collection that even the grandest of grannies would love. Castanea is one of my favorites mixing grand millennial style with a touch of summer. $200-296 per roll, houseofhackney.com
JEFF LEATHAM BY KKW FRAGRANCE
Floral design maestro Jeff Leatham is the go-to florist to Hollywood’s A-list. He has recently teamed up with longtime client Kim Kardashian to create three amazing new unisex fragrances. Desert Rose is deeply drenched with the most delicate and delicious notes and is the perfect summer fragrance, light enough for day and entrancing enough for night. And the beautiful bottle also doubles as a bud vase when you’ve finished with the perfume! $40,kkwfragrance.com
SPRING/SUMMER 2021 GENLUX 115
GENLUX
BEST FATHER’S DAY SCENTSOFSTYLE
Clockwise from top: The Harmonist Sun Force, $336, 1.7oz, theharmonist.com Davidoff Cool Water Parfum, $79, 100ml, belk.com HUGO MAN, $108, 200ml, macys.com Lacoste L.12.12 Blanc Eau de Parfum for him, $68, 50ml, macys.com John Varvatos XX Heritage, 4.2oz, $94, johnvarvatos.com Gucci The Alchemist’s Garden Eau de Parfum 1921, $330, 100ml, Saks Fifth Avenue Tom Ford Ombré Leather, $134, 50ml, tomford.com
116 GENLUX SPRING/SUMMER 2021
PHOTO ILLUSTRATION: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI
GIVE DAD A NEW SIGNATURE SCENT
GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE - APRIL 5, 2020 TRUST-FASHION.COM
118 GENLUX SPRING 2021