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dishes about new movies, Fargo, and her “Monumental� first kiss interview by julianne moore

A Diplomatic Road Trip // Chefs recommend their favorite Farmers markets Plus: Karl Lagerfeld, Thomas Sadoski, Jo Koy

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The Washington Post headline in August 1974 announcing Nixon’s resignation signaled the end to America’s “long national nightmare.”

Watergate redux

Always a polarizing figure, Richard Nixon got mixed reviews even on the night he quit. Dan Rather called the prime-time speech his “finest hour.”

Roger Mudd was tougher, noting that the first American president to resign had not bothered to explain why.

But Nixon’s enemies, thrilled by his on-air demise, needed no such confession. The public’s verdict could be heard even from the upper floors of the White House. The cry from the street was “Jail to the Chief!” For days people had been driving past the president’s house, honking their horns for Nixon to resign. What goes missing in most history books is the mood of that time, the giddy excitement of a public hanging.

To many, Nixon’s address of August 8, 1974, had a holiday feel. People had become experts on Watergate, knowing every character in the caper and the role he’d played and anticipating when the scandal would bring down the president. It was just a question of how long this lonely man could hold out.

From the moment Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein began their investigation into who had organized the break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters, The Washington Post was alive with the story.

Herblock, the paper’s longtime political cartoonist, had been nailing Nixon, of course, his entire career. Columnist Nicholas von Hoffman portrayed White House press secretary Ron Ziegler as a cuckoo-clock figure, popping in and out with one “inoperative” claim after another.

Even the city’s evenings were filled with Watergate. Mark Russell was

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packing in Marquee Lounge crowds at the Shoreham for two shows a night.

His jokes, he admitted, were right from the day’s headlines—he’d just “rip and read” from the wire ticker, as he put it.

All of this had been going on since the June 1972 burglary itself, each season producing more grist for the Watergate mill: the Senate hearings chaired by good ol’ boy Sam Ervin; the stunning news that Nixon had taped all his conversations, including the criminal stuff; the “Saturday Night Massacre” that saw the firing of the special prosecutor; and the sober nighttime hearings by the House Judiciary Committee, culminating in articles of impeachment.

And then the smoking gun, the public release of the August 5, 1972, tape on which Nixon is heard ordering the cover-up, trying to get the CIA to push the FBI off the case by saying it was “company” business, that the Cuban burglars were somehow involved with the whole Bay of Pigs thing.

Anyway, you had to be there. Otherwise it’s hard to make sense of why a failed cover-up of a burglary grew into such a national obsession, into what Nixon’s presidential successor would call “our long national nightmare.”

The strange thing is, we seemed a freer country back then. In those days you could take the 33 bus right down Pennsylvania Avenue past the White House. You could look up through the window and wonder, to quote Camelot, “What merriment is the king pursuing tonight?” If you wanted to, you could even blow your horn at the president of the United States, for God’s sake.

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n Baltimore’s historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, a grand old brownstone mansion was languishing. Built for the banker John Gilman and his family in 1889, the house had long since fallen into disuse.There on the corner she stood, in silent reverie of days gone by. She was up for sale, her future uncertain.

Then in 2011, at just the right time, two virtuosic Baltimore families—one in finance, the other in construction—spotted the old Mount Vernon house.They saw the story of their beloved city in that one handsome, forgotten edifice.

Today, deep jewel tones, striking canopied beds, fine art, working fireplaces and abundant fresh flowers channel the property’s stylish glamour, all brought into being by local artists and craftspeople. Much of the original mansion was kept intact—notably, a stunning, hand-carved staircase lined with stained glass windows. Deeply comfortable, blissfully relaxing, gorgeous in every respect, the hotel was kept small, to further the impression of staying in a fine private home. Nine suites and nine guest rooms each have a sumptuous private bath.

The Hotel is also home to Magdalena, a world-class fine dining bistro and The Spa at The Ivy, both open to the public.

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Fall fashion catches the frontier spirit, from frills and tassels to leather and lace.

Viscose Cady Deco Wave neckline dress, Tom Ford ($4,990). Neiman Marcus, Mazza Gallerie, 202-9669700; neimanmarcus.com

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26 // letter from the editor-in-Chief

28 // letter from the publisher

30 // ... Without Whom

this issue Would not have been possible

32 // the list 65 // invited

style 37 // to salzburg With love Karl Lagerfeld tells the story behind his romantic Tyrolean designs for Chanel’s dazzling Métiers d’art collection.

40 // digital distriCt This fall, Washingtonians are taking style cues from our fber-optic future.

MM. LaFleur tailors looks to your taste and delivers them to your door; stunning new jewelry from Hermès and Drukker Designs; ankle boots with chunky heels hit the streets; and Anna Sui teams up with Frye.

46 // squaring off Washington women rebuff the round for Art Deco– inspired design.

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44 // style spotlight

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Mary McAuley toasts clambake season with a collection of wines made especially for it.

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Fig & Olive is a sun-dappled tribute to Southern French cuisine.

Three DC chefs scour their favorite farmers markets and share their finds.

culture

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51 // all in the timing

75 // Southern

Late-night regular Jo Koy is in top form and killing it across the country, and this fall he comes to the Warner Theatre.

The French Riviera comes to CityCenterDC with the debut of Fig & Olive.

54 // innovation nation

78 // Fall FreSh

The National Museum of American History debuts its frst permanent installation dedicated to American business and invention.

Just in time for the autumn harvest, DC’s hottest chefs show us how they navigate their favorite farmers markets.

56 // Culture Spotlight

80 // Wine DoWn

Landmark Music Festival lights up West Potomac Park; theater season kicks off in the DMV with thoughtprovoking fare; the DC Shorts Film Festival screens 125 movies from 24 countries; and a yearlong sculpture installation comes to an end.

Georgetown grad Mary McAuley is riding a wave of success with her clambake-friendly wines.

58 // embraCing the DiSplaCeD

Actor Thomas Sadoski refects on Refugees International’s commitment to helping those without a home.

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82 // taSte Spotlight Maketto caters to fashionable foodies; a roundup of piping-hot pizza joints; and the kid’s menu at Trummer’s on Main gets a gourmet upgrade.

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Kirsten Dunst tells Julianne Moore about her new roles in Fargo and Midnight Special and how she finds her characters through fashion.

Embroidered gown, Valentino ($38,000). Saks Fifth Avenue, 5555 Wisconsin Ave., 301-6579000; saksfifthavenue.com. Black lace bustier, Dolce & Gabbana ($745). Neiman Marcus, Mazza Gallerie, 202-966-6114; neimanmarcus.com

features 86 // kirsten, unscripted Kirsten Dunst gives Julianne Moore the scoop on her upcoming flm and TV roles, her favorite directors, and her special memory of the Washington Monument.

Photography by René & Radka

92 // Look to the West The spirit of the frontier lives on this season in fowing silhouettes and Westerninspired accents of leather and lace.

Photography by René & Radka

100 // Luxe 2.0

106 // dipLomatic drive The State Department’s Experience America program takes foreign ambassadors on VIP tours outside the Beltway to discover the “real” America.

By Elizabeth Thorp Photography by Daniel Swartz

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The leaders of our favorite iconic brands—Dior, Graff, Chanel, Hermès, Salvatore Ferragamo, and Lalique—talk about new strategies, core values, and how new talent is driving success.

Moderated by Hitha Herzog Photography by Tanya Malott

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haute property 115 // COlOR OuT lOud Washingtonians are making a bold statement with homes in dazzling hues.

118 // disTRiCT ON THE RisE

It’s a race to the fnish as developers unveil high-end spaces across the city.

120 // HauTE PROPERTy sPOTligHT

Quarry Springs nears completion; Hermès fnds inspiration in ikat fabrics for its new dinnerware; B&B Italia lands in DC; and the Atlantic Plumbing space gets a luxury makeover.

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Homes across the DMV (here and below) are embracing color in a big way.

weddings 123 // fall iN lOVE With its cooler weather and resplendent colors, autumn in DC is the perfect time to exchange your vows.

freely speaking 144 // au COuRaNT

ON THE COVER:

Kirsten Dunst Photography by René & Radka Styling by Giolliosa & Natalie Fuller/SisterStyling Hair by Laurent Mole at Forward Artists Makeup by Molly R. Stern at Starworks Artists Manicure by Jolene Brodeur for DLMLA Photography assistance by Adam Londou Video by Nardeep Khurmi Shot on location at Chateau Marmont Wool canvas top ($3,500) and wool canvas skirt ($3,200), Marc Jacobs. Saks Fifth Avenue, 5555 Wisconsin Ave., 301-657-9000; saksfifth avenue.com. Silver dome ring, Alexis Bittar ($125). CityCenterDC, 984 Palmer Alley, 202-842-2804; alexisbittar.com

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We have the inside scoop on Washington’s best parties, style, and more. pursuits

DAY TRIPS TO TAKE THIS SEASON Ease into fall by escaping to one of the area’s hottest destinations.

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LETTER from the Editor-in-Chief

WHEN THIS FABULOUS FALL FASHION ISSUE COMES OUT, I will be in Ireland for one last

On the set of House of Cards with Emmy-nominated actor Michael Kelly—I was lured to Doug Stamper’s white van and lived to tell the tale.

summer hurrah, drinking Guinness, kissing the Blarney Stone, and eating a lot of meat pies. Where did the time go? Although I definitely have not had my fill of lazy summer beach days, chilled rosé, outdoor dining, and rooftop pools, I am ready to trade in my gladiator sandals and sundresses for the fall trends of lace, feminine fabrics, and colorful booties. And none of us will miss the signature DC humidity.

It was hot outside, but everything was cool in our diplomatic convoy to Virginia. Capitol File was fortunate enough to be a media embed in Experience America’s trip to Richmond, the Governor’s Mansion, and Monticello this summer.

Experience America is a program run by the Office of the Chief of

Protocol at the US State Department.

These “field trips” help foster international goodwill and cultivate relationships between the diplomatic corps and the American people, and we were happy to go along for the ride (page 106).

We are so thrilled to have Kirsten Dunst as our cover star. With her new film, the sci-fi thriller Midnight Special, and her portrayal of a Minnesota beautician on FX’s Fargo, Dunst is reclaiming the spotlight.

More good news? Julianne Moore conducted the interview. That’s how I got to be on a three-way call with both of them—lovely, candid, and funny. You can join the actresses’ chat on page 86.

Read well, be well, and enjoy fall in our glorious capital city!

ELIZABETH E . THORP

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The summer season is coming To an end. Many of us are likely taking advantage of

DC’s warm start to fall by wearing a favorite crocheted sundress or high-waisted shorts for the last time, before buckling into a great pair of strappy sandals and marching off to the Fall collections at our favorite boutiques. I love visiting the Saks Fifth Avenue in Chevy Chase and perusing the shoe collection in its 10022-SHOE boutique. I could spend hours there browsing and trying on shoes, and plan to do just that. Another of my DC shopping favorites is Tysons Galleria. Where else in Washington can you pop from Dior to Prada, Louis Vuitton to Saks and Neiman and many more, all in one location? And of course, CityCenterDC is the newest go-to DC gem! If you have yet to visit, it has more than 20 stores open and more to come. Once you’ve completed your CityCenterDC luxury shopping, take a break and contemplate your new fall fashions over lunch at Mango Tree or Fig & Olive!

The advent of fall also brings the fall philanthropy season, which we can’t wait to kick off. We are proud to be a first-time sponsor of the annual Redskins Welcome Home Luncheon, taking place September 2.

Over the past 15 years, the Washington Redskins

Charitable Foundation has given over $16 million back to the community, which has helped support more than 150,000 children. The foundation is doing incredible work in leveling the playing field, helping our kids start smart, live well, and finish strong. We’re also excited about the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital’s annual Heart of Fashion event, held at Neiman Marcus at Mazza Gallerie each year. The hospital partners with a high-profile designer and creates an afternoon of philanthropic luxury to raise money to help find cures and save children. In 2014, the fashion show raised over $100,000—three times more than in 2013—and the funds go directly to treating and defeating childhood cancers and other life-threatening diseases.

So as we continue to salute 10 years of Capitol File and head into fall, there’s no better way to preserve the warmth of summer than by celebrating fall fashion through philanthropic efforts. Step into that new pair of Louboutins and get social!

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3 As summer comes to a close, some of my favorite stops will be...

1. The new Louis Vuitton store at CityCenterDC—5,400 square feet of buttery leather goods.

I cannot wait to fnd my fall fashion staple.

2. The Riggsby, which just opened in the Carlyle Hotel. This restaurant from chef Michael Schlow is going to be my new go-to neighborhood spot.

3. The Women’s Voices Theater Festival, which brings together more than 50 regional professional theaters. Starting Labor Day weekend, each will present at least one world premiere by a female playwright.

photography by revamp/Daniel Swartz (maStronarDi, Kammerer)

from left: Toasting the opening of Paul Stuart with Thomas Mastronardi; celebrating Canali’s grand opening with event cohost Doug Kammerer of NBC4.

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tHomaS SaDoSki actor and writer Thomas Sadoski is an award-winning theater and film actor best known for his work as Don Keefer on Aaron Sorkin’s Golden Globe– nominated HBO series The Newsroom and for his performance alongside Reese Witherspoon in the Academy Award– nominated film Wild. He can be seen this fall on the CBS comedy Life in Pieces. A supporter of Refugees International, Sadoski penned this issue’s Spirit of Generosity (page 58).

What was the best part about writing this article? Having the opportunity to introduce Refugees International to an audience that may not know the organization and being allowed to discuss the important work they do. What was the most challenging part of writing it? Word limit. I’m really passionate about the subject, and even under the best of circumstances I can be, shall we say, long-winded. What inspires you? Possibility.

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HitHa Herzog

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Hitha Herzog is an on-air contributor for Fox Business Network, an author, and an associate professor at Parsons School of Design. For this issue, she moderated a roundtable discussion with luxury brand executives for the feature “Luxe 2.0” (page 100).

Daniel Swartz is a pop-culture junkie who started and sold a series of movie and music websites back in the ’90s and aughts. He has turned his attention to photography in recent years and has photographed everyone from President Obama to Katy Perry to Carolina Herrera. For this issue, Swartz documented the State Department’s Experience America tour through Virginia for our story on the program (page 106).

Photographers René Hallen and Radka Leitmeritz work in New York, Paris, and Los Angeles. Their fashion photography has appeared in publications like T: The New York Times Style Magazine, W, Vanity Fair, and The Wall Street Journal. The duo photographed Kirsten Dunst for our cover.

What surprised you about the discussion? In the past, executives would use the same model to market to their luxury customers. With social media, the “demographics within demographics” differ from brand to brand. If you can’t implement a targeted plan based on metrics you get from social media, then your company is going to have problems. Tell us about teaching social commerce at Parsons. I learn just as much from the students as they learn from me. I have to update the syllabus every semester because social media trends change within months.

What attracted you to reporting on the luxury market? Most of these companies are hundreds of years old and tied to families with rich histories. Covering them is a study in art history, socioeconomic theory, philosophy, and market analysis.

What was the best part of this shoot? Hands down, the juxtaposition of “local” with “global”! Observing the interactions of so many foreign dignitaries with Virginia businesses and representatives was a unique treat. As someone who grew up in Washington, I’m used to seeing that at the national level. But the State Department did a great job of connecting everyone at a local level for this trip. What’s your dream photo op? I’d love to get a shot of Marine One taking off from the White House lawn.

What are you most looking forward to this fall? I’m really excited about the inaugural Landmark Music Festival in September. I can’t imagine a better backdrop for a concert than the National Mall!

What was it like to shoot Kirsten Dunst? It was like a dream come true. We’ve always loved her and love the iconic Chateau Marmont, but now we understand what’s so special about her.

The look in her eyes, the incredible fresh energy, and the famous “something” only she has…. She is so inspiring and beautiful! Any words of advice for an aspiring photographer? Give yourself enough time to create your own style. Despite what many think, you want to be recognized by your work, not by your references. Who is on your photography bucket list? If we had to pick a person, it would have to be David Bowie. What is your camera of choice? For both our professional and personal projects, we use the Leica S-System. We can’t imagine working with any other!

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AS CHANEL’S DAZZLING MÉTIERS D’ART COLLECTION COMES TO THE LEGENDARY LABEL’S TYSONS GALLERIA BOUTIQUE, ARL LAGERFELD TELLS THE STORY BEHIND HIS ROMANTIC TYROLEAN DESIGNS. by KARI MOLVAR In the world of fashion, there’s Karl Lagerfeld and there’s everyone else. As the creative force behind the legendary house of Chanel, the German designer, artist, and photographer works at a superhuman pace—turning out six collections a year for Chanel, as well as collections for Fendi and his namesake line, plus numerous collaborations— designing the items that the stylish set will soon be coveting and obsessing over, like cropped blazers, flap messenger bags, and cap-toe chunky heels.

Yet of all of Lagerfeld’s collections, perhaps the most dazzling is Chanel’s Métiers d’art. Presented once a year, it’s a celebration of the rich craftsmanship of the house’s seven ateliers, including the famed embroidery creator Lesage, the milliner Michel, and the feather-maker Lemarie. The clothes are lavish, and so is the backdrop. Since the collection debuted in 2002, it has been unveiled in such memorable locations as a rodeo in Dallas, a castle in Scotland, and a barge in Shanghai.

Last winter, the new Paris-Salzburg Métiers d’art collection was fêted at the Schloss Leopoldskron palace in Salzburg, Austria, a location that stimulated Lagerfeld’s senses.

Rumor has it that Coco Chanel found inspiration for the famous Chanel jacket in the uniform of a hotel lift operator in Salzburg. But as Lagerfeld charmingly points out, “Nobody can prove if she said this herself, but who cares? There was a connection, and that connection doesn’t need to be related to the truth to serve as my inspiration.”

To present the more than 80 looks, models such as Stella Tennant and Kendall Jenner walked through candlelit rooms where guests sat on elegant sofas and nibbled on confections. To close the show, Lagerfeld strolled by with model Cara Delevingne, who held a half-eaten pretzel in her hand.

In fact, everything was so chic that it deserved an

Karl Lagerfeld chose the Park Avenue Armory as backdrop for the Métiers d’art runway show. “The simple set showed the collection better than gilded rooms,” he says, referring to the Schloss Leopoldskron palace, where the show debuted. above: A look from the collection.

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Jackets with Tyrolean-inspired touches like high collars (left) and embroidery (right) formed a large part of Lagerfeld’s Métiers d’art collection for Chanel. from top: Chanel’s knit and metal bag ($2,500) and crepe and grosgrain bootie ($1,625).

“The coMMITMenT chaneL haS MaDe To SupporTInG ITS aTeLIerS IS crucIaL noT juST for chaneL, buT for The enTIre hauTe couTure InDuSTry.”—barbara cirkva encore. So this spring, Lagerfeld restaged the entire Paris-Salzburg show at New York’s Park Avenue Armory for a crowd that included Beyoncé, Vanessa Paradis, and Julianne Moore. “New York is quite far away from Salzburg, and since it was such a success there, I thought it would be nice to show it to our friends in New York,” the designer explains. The models, the clothes, the dark romantic music—all of it came to Manhattan. The only thing that Lagerfeld couldn’t bring was the 18th-century rococo palace, but that didn’t seem to bother him in the least. “For me, it was like seeing another collection in New York,” he says. “The simpler set showed the collection better than overly ornate gilded rooms.”

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And the collection was devastatingly beautiful.

Jackets played a starring role, each one more imaginative than the one before.

There was a long, colorful embroidered jacket with flared sleeves and hem, a floor-length shearling coat, a breathtaking cape made almost entirely of feathers.

Many pieces offered fresh takes on Tyrolean styles, like the beaded dirndl-inspired dress with a leather bodice, ruffled blouses with high collars and bibs, and knit leggings in Alpine colors of hunter green and dove gray.

Even the accessories had a playful, Sound of Music joy to them: Headphones with coiled braids that cover the ears, felt bags embroidered with flowers, feathered hats,

and black patent-leather clogs were among the standouts.

And, of course, Lagerfeld made a convincing case for bringing back lederhosen.

The style’s best ambassador: Lagerfeld’s 6-year-old godson Hudson, who wore a pair of denim lederhosen with kneesocks, an outfit that reminded the designer of how he dressed as a child.

“But my lederhosen were made from leather,” he says.

“There were no jeans around for that back then!” While the collection nods to the past, it never reads old-fashioned. “In a way, the clothes are timeless because Austrian people still wear these types of dresses,” Lagerfeld says, “but mine is a version of great luxury.”

It’s a luxury that would be unimaginable, however, if not

for the company’s ateliers.

“The commitment Chanel has made to supporting its ateliers is crucial not just for Chanel, but for the entire haute couture industry and ready-to-wear business,” says Barbara Cirkva, the brand’s division president for fashion in the US. “The handcrafted skill that goes into these pieces can never be replicated. And you’d be hard-pressed to find a Chanel runway or Métiers collection that didn’t involve the ateliers on some level, whether it’s hand-woven braiding on a jacket or an embroidered camellia.”

Many of these exquisite pieces will find their way into the city’s Chanel boutique, which carries a full range of accessories, including handbags, shoes, and

jewelry. Such items particularly appeal to Washington, DC’s high-powered fashion crowd, who often zip directly from the office to an event.

“You can change the entire attitude of a classic jacket or knitwear piece with your accessories,” Cirkva says.

“This is how women dress today—it’s so modern.”

As for the Paris-Salzburg collection, it’s easy to fall in love with every last ruffled blouse and hair bow, proving that Lagerfeld has done it again and seduced us all—himself included. “It’s very difficult for me to have favorite pieces,” he says. “I love the collection as a whole.

If not, I would only show one dress!” Tysons Galleria, 2001 International Dr., McLean, 703-847-0555; chanel.com CF

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Saks Fifth Avenue, 5555 Wisconsin Ave., 301-657-9000; saks.com. Bal58 Spray shoulder bag, Balenciaga ($3,750).

Neiman Marcus, Mazza Gallerie, 202-966-9700; balenciaga.com.

Spiral pendant fumoso necklace, Pluma ($597). Neiman Marcus, see above; neimanmarcus.com

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1. Mosaic embroidery handbag, Chanel ($9,000). Tysons Galleria, 703-847-0555; chanel.com. 2. Carnaby ankle boot, Nicholas Kirkwood ($1,195). Intermix, 3300 M St. NW, 202-298-8080; nicholas kirkwood.com. 3. Platform heel, Giorgio Armani ($1,175). Saks Fifth Avenue, 5555 Wisconsin Ave., 301-657-9000; armani.com. 4. Studded Mini 3baguette, Fendi ($2,450). Neiman Marcus, Mazza Gallerie, 202-966-9700; neimanmarcus.com

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Christian Dior ($1,710). 5471 Wisconsin Ave., Chevy Chase, 301-986-8715; dior.com

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Stuart Weitzman ($465). Tysons Galleria, 2001 International Dr., 703-827-9898; stuartweitzman.com

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Hermès pays homage to its equestrian heritage and its history of exquisite craftsmanship with the Filet d’Or jewelry collection. Available in rose and white gold, the line incorporates familiar design touches, such as the Attelage buckle clasp, the shaping of the metal with an abundance of diamonds, and the use of horsebit motifs, as in the Filet d’Or ring, pictured above ($23,000).

CityCenterDC, 944 Palmer Alley NW, 202-789-4341; hermes.com

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AMERICAN MADE Eclectic designer Anna Sui and legendary bootmaker Frye have joined forces to offer DC fashionistas nine different bag and shoe styles, just in time for the opening of Frye’s latest boutique in the capital. The collaboration combines Sui’s eccentricity and lively prints with Frye’s tried-and-true staples, bringing stylish functionality to fall in Washington. The offerings range from a flower-embroidered Teagan lace-up for those cooler days to three handbag styles, including a mini cross-body bag, providing a look that’s as American as the collaborative effort behind it. 1066 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-337-3973; thefryecompany.com

Tory Burch ($595). 1211 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-337-1410; toryburch.com

Valentino Garavani ($1,495). Neiman Marcus, Mazza Gallerie, 202-966-9700; neimanmarcus.com

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Elena Drukker spent 20 years marketing and manufacturing gemstone jewelry in Moscow with her husband before launching her own line of fine gemstone jewelry, Drukker Designs, in Virginia four years ago. This summer she relaunched her unique Eastern European collection and relocated production from Russia to DC. Inspired by designs from the time of Fabergé, Drukker has personally created more than 2,500 pieces of jewelry, including the 875 silver rockcrystal earrings shown here ($416). drukker.com

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Almost a century later, the trend is back, as women are coveting unique and unusual watches that have just the right angles. For more watch features and expanded coverage, go to capitolflemagazine.com/watches. cf

From Ralph Lauren, the 18k white-gold 867 timepiece ($18,500) measures 32mm and is equipped with the Manufacture movement RL430,

made by Piaget for Ralph Lauren. 1245 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-965-0905; ralphlauren watches.com This elegant Baume & Mercier Hampton watch ($4,550) is crafted in stainless steel and features a diamond-set bezel.

The dial is mother-of-pearl, and the integrated bracelet is made of brushed and polished stainless steel links.

Liljenquist & Beckstead, Tysons Galleria, 2001 International Dr., McLean, 703-448-6731; baume-etmercier.com

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Hermès has fashioned this Swiss-made, quartz-powered H Hour watch ($3,950) in stainless steel with a gem-set dial and accented it with a chic black alligator strap.

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Mime clutch, Valentino Garavani ($2,375).

Saks Fifth Avenue, 5555 Wisconsin Ave., 301-6579000; saks.com. iPad case, Prada ($340). Tysons Galleria, 703-245-3438; prada.com

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clockwise from top: From David Yurman, this new Albion Collection timepiece ($2,100) takes its inspiration from the jeweler’s cushion-shaped gemstones. The 27mm watch is crafted in stainless steel and has a link bracelet. Tysons Galleria, 2001 International Dr., McLean, 703-245-3515; davidyurman.com

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CULTURE Hottest Ticket “I didn’t know how many people watched The Tonight Show until the next day,” says Jo Koy, who appeared on the show in 2005 while still working at Nordstrom Rack. “They’d say, ‘Oh my God, you were awesome! Can I get this in a size nine?’”

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Ten years afTer hiTTing iT big, y laTe-nighT regular Jo is in Top form and killing iT across The counTry, and This fall he comes To The Warner TheaTre. by amy moeller In 2005, comedian Jo Koy catapulted to fame after performing a fnely honed routine on the tonight Show with Jay Leno extolling the glories of orange chicken and our country’s new tagline, “America: Made in China.” Since then, he’s been selling out shows nationwide and becoming an audience favorite on Chelsea Handler’s chelsea Lately. This fall he’ll bring his act to the Warner Theatre. We caught up with Koy to talk about his humble beginnings, his material, and his plans for the future.... continued on page 52

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“dc is a comedy town. it’s one of those towns that comedians just look forward to [playing].”—jo koy You’ve said that famous people tend to forget where they were before they got famous. What were you doing before this?

[Working at] Nordstrom Rack.

No way! When?

Until The Tonight Show.

Where you got a standing ovation.

I couldn’t believe when I got that standing O. I knew [that routine] like the back of my hand, I knew how I was going to say it, where they were going to clap, how they were going to respond, but I didn’t know it was going to take off like that. I mean, it was really crazy.

And then you woke up the next morning and went to work at Nordstrom Rack.

You want to know the funny thing? I didn’t know how many people watched The Tonight Show until the next day. I was working in the shoe department, and I swear, every other woman was like, “Weren’t you on The Tonight Show last night?” and I’d say, “Yeah, that was me.” And they’d say, “Oh my God, you were awesome! Can I get this in a size nine?” It was like a quick praise, then right back to reality.

How long have you known you wanted to be a comedian?

Since I was 10 or 11. I knew [immediately] when I saw Eddie Murphy in Delirious on HBO. I was always the funny guy… but when I saw him perform, I was like, “Oh, I defnitely have to be this man. I need to be a stand-up comic.”

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Were there any other infuences?

Eddie Murphy was really it for me. I [saw] Raw live— that concert of his that was made into a movie. I took my mom’s credit card and bought the tickets, and my mom thought she was taking me to a movie. She had no idea. She had to drive me all the way to Seattle.

Then of course all the other guys came into play: Richard Jeni, Brian Regan, Damon Wayans, Chris Rock—those guys added to it for me.

Before moving to LA, you spent 10 years playing coffeehouses in Vegas.

[After a while] people were starting to come to these coffeehouses just to see me. I caught the eye of a promoter [Kevin Kearney] who had a legit comedy club called Catch a Rising Star. Right after I got off the stage at this open mic, he said, “Hey, man… I want you to open for somebody.” I called everybody I knew and said, “I’m about to make it!” I had no idea that was the beginning of a long, long journey. I thought [that] overnight… I was going to start working all the comedy clubs. Nope. It was another 13 years before I got The Tonight Show. But it was the best journey of my life.

Is television something you want to do more of?

Of course! When I write my stand-up, I always write as if I’m trying to write a sitcom. My routine is always going to be very situational. When people watch my stand-up, they can actually envision a comedic situation. I love the art of storytelling.

And you’ve written a few pilots.

I have had so many pilots—every year I get one—but you know how TV is. When people get a shot on a show that lasts more than two seasons, God bless ’em, because that’s not how it is these days. You can’t get sad about it. [Dave] Chappelle had 10 failed pilots [before he got Chappelle’s Show], and he tells everybody that story. I’m at number fve now, so I need fve more.

How do you like the DC audience?

The best. The best. They’re a comedy town. It’s one of those towns—there aren’t that many of them—but it’s one of those towns that comedians just look forward to.

Why do you think that is?

I don’t know, man. Maybe it’s how hard you guys work. Maybe it’s a high-stress area and people want to cut loose. Every show I’ve done out there has been killer. San Francisco, Washington, DC, Houston, Austin, Nashville… those towns, if you ask any comic, they will say the same thing.

What advice would you give to young comics?

Enjoy the ride, don’t stop, and don’t be discouraged.

Enjoy every single moment. Every day you learn something new about yourself, about the art form.

And before you know it, you’re going to be 25 years in, doing the Warner Theatre. It’s that cool. Even though it sounds like a long time, it goes by in a couple minutes.

October 2 at 8 pm at the Warner Theatre, 513 13th St. NW. For tickets, call 202-783-4000 or visit warnertheatredc.com. CF

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DC plays host to a roster of other can’t-miss acts this season.

Ed ShEERan America’s favorite redheaded singersongwriter brings his game-changing album X back to the DMV. September 22–23 at Verizon Center; ticketmaster.com

MadOnna As she enters her fourth decade of touring, the Queen of Pop with the rebel heart shows no signs of slowing down. September 12 at Verizon Center; ticketmaster.com

REO SpEEdwagOn We can’t fght this feeling that these veteran rockers will put on a show to remember. September 10 at the Warner Theatre; warnertheatredc.com

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THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN HISTORY DEBUTS ITS FIRST PERMANENT INSTALLATION DEDICATED TO AMERICAN BUSINESS AND INVENTION. “The nation’s attic” is getting a makeover. One floor at a time, the three-story west wing of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History—all 120,000 square feet of it—is being reimagined, with the first-floor galleries, devoted to the history of American enterprise and invention, debuting to much fanfare on July 1. Front-loaded with iconic objects and hands-on learning stations, the Innovation Wing is as inventive as its subject matter. (The democracythemed second floor and the pop culture–themed third floor will open in 2016 and 2017, respectively.)

“Our national museum has a unique opportunity to bring American history alive through our new learning galleries, which invite visitors to engage in the process of invention and discovery through hands-on activities, facilitated programs, docent spotlight tours, and even creative photo opportunities atop a replica high-wheel bicycle,” says the museum’s director, John L. Gray. “Invention and innovation are an indelible part of American history, with our own nation founded as a revolutionary new idea.”

The Innovation Wing is divided into sections. The largest is the Mars Hall of American Business, where an exhibition titled “American Enterprise” charts the country’s growth from an alliance of agrarian colonies into a global manufacturing powerhouse with a proud entrepreneurial spirit. The story is told in more than 600 objects, from textbook entries like Eli Whitney’s

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cotton gin to curios such as Madame C.J. Walker’s hair tonic and Alfred Bloomingdale’s personal credit card.

The other sections include Object Project, a learning space exploring the powerful impact of 250 everyday objects (such as bicycles and refrigerators), and Places of Invention, which time-trips to innovative hot spots like Hollywood in the 1930s, where Technicolor was born, and the boogiedown Bronx, the birthplace of hip-hop.

Everywhere the emphasis is on ingenuity as a particularly American quality.

Nowhere is that theme more apparent than in the east wing’s current show “Hear My Voice: Alexander Graham Bell and the Origins of Recorded Sound” (through January 31, 2016). This one-room display brings the west wing’s broader ambitions into focus, presenting the eminent engineer as a Bill Gates type with a beard and a Scottish brogue.

Bell’s sound recordings are among the earliest ever made, but their fragile condition left many of them unplayable until 2009, when a breakthrough in high-resolution imaging allowed the indented surfaces to be converted into sound files without touching the actual objects, giving museumgoers a chance to hear history itself.

“Hear my voice,” commands Bell on one recording. His words may be faint, but like so many of the American entrepreneurs featured here, his determination is unmistakable. 14th Street and Constitution Avenue NW, 202-6331000; americanhistory.si.edu CF

The new “American Enterprise” exhibition at the National Museum of American History (ABOVE) contains artifacts of American invention, such as an 1879 Edison lightbulb (LEFT) and an America Online installation disk from the 1990s (RIGHT).

An exhibition in the east wing devoted to Alexander Graham Bell (ABOVE) and his innovations in recorded sound includes a patent drawing for Bell’s Graphophone (ABOVE LEFT) and an 1885 record (LEFT), made of wax on binder’s board, of his speaking voice.

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN HISTORY (BUILDING); COURTESY OF THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN HISTORY, AMERICAN ENTERPRISE EXHIBITION (LIGHTBULB, DISK); COURTESY OF THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION (GRAPHOPHONE); COURTESY OF THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION ARCHIVES (BELL)

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THE INAUGURAL LANDMAR MUSIC FESTIVAL LIGHTS UP WEST POTOMAC PARK AT THE NATIONAL MALL. BY OUSSAMA ZAHR DC emerges as a major stop for music festival devotees with the launch of the two-day Landmark Music Festival, benefiting restoration projects for the National Mall. “We considered a range of high-impact, large-scale events that could help us reach a broader audience,” says Kristine Fitton, vice president of marketing and communications for the Trust for the National Mall. “But we kept coming back to the idea of a music festival.” With headliners Drake and the Strokes (PICTURED) among the 40-plus acts, the festival hopes to draw 25,000 people each day. Charlie Jones of C3 Presents, which is producing the event, sees it as a cousin to the Austin City Limits Music Festival, noting, “The finest elements of the community will be represented through music, food, education, and family programs, all with a greater purpose: to support our national parks.” Two-day passes start at $150.

September 26–27 at West Potomac Park; landmarkfestival.org CF

There is no shortage of thought-provoking theater this season in the DMV. The Kennedy Center presents Wagner, Max! Wagner!

(September 25–26; kennedycenter.org), a song cycle from Stew and Heidi Rodewald (BELOW), the Tony-winning team behind Passing Strange.

The show traces an unlikely link between opera composer Richard Wagner and the blues. “Both have been said to directly and indirectly reflect aspects of their respective cultures that many would like to forget,” says Stew, referring to the Nazis’ propagandistic use of Wagner and the blues’ painful echoes of slavery. “The show examines our fear of both.”

Also on the calendar are Dana P. Rowe’s The Fix, a rock-infused satire of insider politics, playing at Signature Theatre (August 11– September 20, Arlington; sigtheatre.org), and Christopher Baker’s take on Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, at Center Stage (September 11–October 11, Baltimore; centerstage.org).

TRAVEL COMPANION MAGDALENA ABAKANOWICZ’S YEARLONG SCULPTURE installation, a special exhibition of The New York Avenue Sculpture Project, is coming to an end. Her mammoth bronze human figures (such as 2009’s Walking Figures, RIGHT) and stainless steel birds have delighted and intrigued commuters and passersby along New York Avenue since last fall, and Washingtonians have until September 27 to take in the stunning sight. New York Avenue NW, between 12th and 13th Streets; nmwa.org/exhibitions/new-york-ave-sculpture-project

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SHORT AND SWEET This year’s DC Shorts Film Festival and Screenplay Competition features 125 short films, ranging from two to 30 minutes in length, from 24 countries. “A great short film is like a great short story,” says Jon Gann, the festival’s founder and executive director. “It’s a format unto its own.”

Documentaries are a perennial favorite (“Washingtonians are a sophisticated bunch,” he says), so we asked Gann to recommend a few below. September 10–20, various venues; dcshorts.com

KARA WALKER: A SUBTLETY, OR THE MARVELOUS SUGAR BABY

An account of the artist’s monumental sculpture project in Brooklyn’s Domino Sugar factory.

GIOVANNI AND THE WATER BALLET A boy dreams of entering the Dutch synchronized swimming championship.

PALMER’S BEARD Joseph Palmer fights for his right to wear unpopular facial hair in the 1820s.

SUPER PIMP The king of Cleveland nightlife charms with flashy suits and a personality to match.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY GETTY/JAY WEST (THE STROKES); COURTESY OF THE KENNEDY CENTER (STEW AND RODEWALD); © MAGDALENA ABAKANOWICZ, COURTESY OF MARLBOROUGH GALLERY, NEW YORK, PHOTO BY LEE STALSWORTH (WALKING FIGURES)

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CULTURE Spirit of Generosity

In its tireless efforts to aid displaced people around the world, Refugees International has earned a fervent ally in actor Thomas Sadoski.

Embracing thE DisplacED Pictures of 170 Rohingya children arriving on an Indonesian shore: dehydrated, starving, terrifed, alone. Those images haunt me. The children were sent to sea by parents so desperate and powerless that they believed their last, best—perhaps only—option was to pay what little money they had to exploitative traffckers who would ferry them to the safety of sometimes-unknown extended families an ocean away. These 170 children were lucky to have survived. Many others, in many other places, are not so fortunate. Appallingly, this story is not unique.

As of the most recent United Nations High Commission on Refugees accounting, the worldwide total of forcibly displaced persons stands at a stag-

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gering and record-setting 59.5 million, roughly equivalent to the population of the United Kingdom. Of those, 19.5 million are legally defned as refugees.

And of those, children make up an estimated 51 percent.

That means that of the 19.5 million refugees worldwide in 2014, almost 10 million were children.

Furthermore, the UNHCR report reveals trends that are incredibly troubling. Almost all show a shocking rate of increase. Far too often, phrases such as “highest fgure on record” and “unprecedented” appear. By all accounts, we have reached, as UNHCR Commissioner António Guterres states, “a continued on page 60

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Refugees InteRnatIonal is committed to humanitarian action and helping those without a home. by thomas sadoski

Culture spirit of generosity left:

An internally displaced woman in the Central African Republic. below: Thomas Sadoski with Refugees International officials (from left) Tatiana Maxwell, Alice Thomas, Eileen Shields-West, and Sam Waterston.

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St. Jude Heart of faSHion SHow Benefting St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Neiman Marcus presents a fabulous fashion show by an exclusive designer, as well as a preshow reception, silent auction, Champagne, and brunch bites.

When: September 12 Where: Neiman Marcus, Mazza Gallerie Contact: Marisa Petrozza, marisa.petrozza@stjude.org

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paradigm change, an unchecked slide into an era in which the scale of global forced displacement, as well as the response required, is now clearly dwarfing anything seen before.”

So what to do? And who to do it? Within those overwhelming numbers are many questions that need to be asked, stories that must be told, and facts that should be laid bare. To grasp the signifcance of each situation and work toward a real enduring solution, particularly in places of confict, requires experience, incredible compassion, intelligence, and integrity. All parties, especially the most vulnerable, must feel safe to discuss the origin and evolution of their circumstances. Understandably, fear of reprisal and worry about conficting interests can cause such vulnerable populations to view aid organizations with suspicion. On the other side, government officials require assurances that the facts and recommendations for action that they receive are coming with the highest degree of objectivity, insight, and profciency.

Which leads me to Refugees International.

Since 1979, RI has been working both on the ground with displaced populations and in the halls of government to advocate for meaningful and, most importantly, systemic change. It has been on the vanguard working to ensure that actions are taken quickly and wisely to provide stability and to prevent further escalation, conflict, and human suffering. With its roots in a powerful citizens’ movement to protect Indo-Chinese refugees, RI’s standing among the most vulnerable is rock solid, its integrity is immediately

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evident and indisputable. Additionally, its steadfast policy of categorically refusing funding from governments and the United Nations provides RI with absolutely essential neutrality, focus, and dexterity to effectively reach, engage, and advocate for those most in need. Whether working for people internally displaced by the drug cartels in Mexico, exposing the apartheid conditions of the Rohingya in Myanmar, fghting on behalf of women brutalized in the conflict in the Central African Republic, or tirelessly campaigning for Syrian refugees, RI has not only been present; it has succeeded. Demonstrating its prudence and farsightedness, it has also begun working on what will be (if we fail to act) the next great humanitarian crisis: the masses who will be displaced as a result of climate change.

I learned of the organization from RI board member, friend, and mentor Sam Waterston. I will be forever grateful for the introduction. I have since become a determined ally and supporter of RI because, frankly, it employs many of the most capable, fearless, and uncompromising individuals I have met. This is a small organization made up of the biggest people. They unfinchingly stare down seemingly insurmountable odds and by doing so offer dignity and hope to those, like the 170 Rohingya children and so many others, who are desperately in need of both. It has been my honor to know them and my privilege to speak on their behalf. Refugees International, 2001 S St. NW, Ste. 700, 202-8280110; refugeesinternational.org CF

When: September 19 Where: Wolf Trap’s Filene Center Contact: 703-255-4030; wolftrap.org/ball

CHarityworkS dream Ball CharityWorks presents “Smoke & Mirrors,” a black-tie event featuring cocktails, dinner, and dancing at the National Building Museum. The ball raises funds for Best Buddies, which creates opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and the Yellow Ribbon Fund, which supports injured veterans.

When: September 26 Where: The National Building Museum Contact: charityworksdc.org/events/events.php

under tHe ligHtS—a gala nigHt witH kevin SpaCey and Cal ripken Jr. Interviews with Kevin Spacey and Cal Ripken Jr., plus an afterparty with live music and celebrity guests, raise funds for the Kevin Spacey Foundation and the Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation, which support at-risk youth with programs in the performing arts and sports.

When: September 28 Where: Arena Stage Contact: 917-407-1252; kevinspaceyfoundation.org/join-us/gala-events/

k9S for warriorS gala K9s for Warriors’ signature event features a cocktail reception, dinner, and live music. Proceeds beneft the organization, which selects and trains shelter dogs to be service animals for returning servicemen and -women.

When: October 1 Where: The Hamilton Live, 600 14th St. NW Contact: k9sforwarriorsgala.com

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“this is a small organization made up of the biggest people, who stare down seemingly insurmountable odds.”

The Wolf Trap Ball is a black-tie evening of dinner and dancing alongside members of the diplomatic corps, the president’s cabinet, and the US Congress, as well as prominent leaders from a range of industries. Proceeds beneft the Wolf Trap Foundation and its performing arts and education programs.

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Restaurateur Laurent Halasz had been visiting DC for years, but he finally decided it was time to put down roots. This June, he planted an outpost of his wildly successful, modern-minded Midi wonderland Fig & Olive on a prime corner in the recherché CityCenterDC development. “I want [the restaurant] to be an oasis within the city,” he says.

A fg tree sprouts on the frst foor, adding a splash of green to the eatery’s primary palette of sand and ivory. Bottles of olive oil line shelves throughout, glimmering like gold when the light catches them just right.

The entire two-story space is aglow from sunrise to sundown. Floor-toceiling windows allow a cascade of rays to food the sleek, sophisticated

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An assortment of crostini is a popular starter at Fig & Olive.

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taste Thinly sliced braised octopus with heirloom potatoes and pimentón lemon dressing shows off a light touch. left: Executive Chef Frederic Guerin oversees all Fig & Olive operations.

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Alfresco ItAlIAn DC is known for its top-rated Italian eateries. As the sweltering heat moves out, enjoy dinner outdoors again at one of our favorites....

OvviO Osteria. Well worth the drive from DC, this pioneering outpost does Italy proud. Nestled at the epicenter of the burgeoning Halstead Square development, it offers a strong selection of artfully prepared pastas, pizzas, salads, and antipasti, as well as masterfully executed meats. Save room for the bomboloni (that’s Italian for frickin’ delicious doughnuts). You can thank us later.

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bistro. “You feel like you’re outside,” says Halasz.

It’s an apt feeling for a restaurant conceived as a tribute to Southern France, a region that gets its nickname, le Midi, from the sun’s location in the southern sky at midday. Hailing from the village of Mougins, near Cannes, Halasz opened the frst Fig & Olive in New York as a heartfelt homage to his homeland.

“It’s the cuisine of my mother,” he says. “It’s simple, refned favors with elegant presentation.”

The boutique chainlet now has multiple locations in New York City and vicinity, as well as restaurants in Los Angeles and Chicago. “It makes my day very interesting,” says Executive Chef Frederic Guerin, who oversees coast-to-coast operations. “I don’t have time to get bored. It’s a great challenge.”

Guerin began his career in his home country of France at Lucas Carton in Paris and La Ferme de Mon Père in Megève, both of which boasted three Michelin stars. He moved to the States in 2009 for a high-profile appointment at the Plaza Hotel’s Oak Room before joining the Fig & Olive team at the beginning of the year.

Guerin’s menu changes over the course of the year to showcase the bounty of each season. To ensure that it uses only the freshest ingredients, the restaurant taps several regional growers for its primo produce, including heirloom tomatoes from Tuscarora Organic Growers in Hustontown, Pennsylvania, and

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apples and peaches from Crown Orchard Company in Batesville, Virginia.

Not surprisingly, olive oil takes center stage. The kitchen utilizes more than 20 varieties, many of them available for purchase. The company carefully curates the selection, sourcing boutique batches from Spain, Chile, Portugal, France, and beyond.

Meals begin with a tasting trio—usually one sweet, one peppery, and one boldly flavored—accompanied by fresh-baked rosemary focaccia for dipping.

“We want the guests to have a different experience each time they visit us,” says Guerin, “so we change them every week or so.”

Every dish incorporates olive oil in some way.

Highlights include a thinly sliced zucchini carpaccio zigzagged with olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice, mushroom-packed croquette cubes with a truffed olive oil aioli, and fg-glazed branzino filet dazzled with 18-year-old balsamic vinegar and silky Arbequina olive oil. Even some of the desserts include it, such as a green apple sorbet crisscrossed with olive oil syrup and a caramelized cheesecake accompanied by a crunchy olive oil crisp.

But there’s one ingredient that’s noticeably absent in the offerings: butter. “I don’t miss it anymore,” says Guerin. “I was raised cooking with olive oil, so this is natural for me.” 934 palmer alley nw, 202-5595004; fgandolive.com cf

BiBiana. Executive Chef Jake Addeo is coming up on his frst anniversary at Ashok Bajaj’s standard-setting osteria. In that time, he has shaped the menu to his vision. As the nights get cooler, the plates get richer, such as a bowl of polenta topped with pork belly ragù (below), nutmeg-rich Bolognese coating a tangle of tagliatelle, and saucy meatballs showered with pecorino cheese. 1100 New York Ave. NW, 202-216-9550; bibianadc.com

photography by Jonathan timmes (guerin, octopus)

“ It’s the cuIsIne [of southern france and] of my mother. It’s sImple, refIned flavors wIth elegant presentatIon.”—laurent halasz

LupO verde. This ever-bustling 14th Street standout has something for everyone. Actually, it has lots for everyone, with a recently retooled menu that gives even longtime fans a reason to come running back. Home in on ravioli bursting with eggplant caponata and sunchoke cream or the fried pizza (yes, that’s really a thing, and yes, it’s amazing). Another gem is the amberjack tartare accented with saffron strands, mint oil, and a blitz of citrus. 1401 T St. NW, 202-827-4752; lupoverdedc.com

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Chef-owner, Masseria 1344 Fourth St. NE, 202-608-5959; masseria-dc.com

favorite farmers mar et: Mosaic Central Farm Market (2910 District Ave., Fairfax) on Sundays.

favorite farmers mar et: Eastern Market (225 Seventh St. SE), a few blocks from his restaurant.

favorite farmers mar et: FreshFarm (1309 Fifth St. NE) at Union Market on Sundays.

it inspires me because… “It’s a good way to gauge what’s growing and what’s coming in well.”

it inspires me because… “I talk to the farmers, see what they’ve got, and taste stuff. Then I’ll haggle a bit. At the end of the day, though, I can be a pushover, since I’ve worked on a farm and I know the backbreaking work that goes into it.”

it inspires me because… “Our menu is based on the mentality of the farmers market. We’re creating dishes around the products we find, not creating dishes and then going out to find product to fill it.”

or in the fall: what i always lo “I love squash. They’re great for tarts because they have natural starch that makes them work well for pie filling. Plus, they take acidity well, so you can make them brighter with a lot of citrus.” most surprising recent find: Red spring onions. restaurant dish it inspired: “I threw them on the wood-fired grill and let them char up, then served them simply with olive oil, sea salt, and salsa verde.”

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or in the fall: what i always lo “Apples are my favorite, especially the Honey Crisp and Pink Lady varietals.” most surprising recent find: A nice batch of broccoli rabe. restaurant dish it inspired: “I panseared it with garlic confit, honeycomb, and vincotto, and finished it with SarVecchio cheese.”

or in the fall: what i always lo “There’s so much I love at this time of year—mushrooms, figs, tomatoes, heirloom carrots, and turnips.” most surprising recent find: Pawpaw. “It tastes like an exotic fruit, but it grows in this area.” restaurant dish it inspired: “I made a pudding with them, which we paired with dry-aged duck. The pawpaws added a nice sweet counterpoint to the dish.” cf

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Wine DoWn GeorGetown Grad Mary Mcauley is ridinG a wave of success with her clambake-friendly wines. by zoë king and amy moeller When Mary McAuley arrived in DC in 2002 to study healthcare policy and management at Georgetown University, she didn’t like wine. But a few years later, a glass of one of the top Cabernets from Napa Valley changed everything: She went to culinary school, became a sommelier, and launched Clambake Chardonnay and Ripe Life Wines, inspired by her family’s tradition of clambakes on the beach. Last fall, McAuley debuted a limitededition rosé—a 100 percent single-vineyard Syrah—and she’s currently dreaming up

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a Tailgate Red. We caught up with the California-based winemaker to talk about varietals, seafood, and how her time in DC infuenced her taste. as a new Jersey native, you spent summers on the shore.

I grew up on the beach. My family and friends are big clambakers, so coastal cuisine is really close to my heart. In 2011, I threw a clambake for a friend’s birthday; I was in charge of picking out the wine.

Afterwards I said, “For next year’s clambake, I’m going to try to make the wine.” I knew

the perfect wine would be unoaked Chardonnay. So I sketched the label, and I got the numbers together to determine what it would take… and to see if there was a market for a fun, beachy, good wine.

We did 400 cases to start, and it sold incredibly well.

You went from 400 cases in that initial July 2013 batch to 6,000 cases on preorder this year. and with a new dc wholesaler, true craft holdings, now ripe life wines are available all around the dmv. what’s the best way to enjoy them?

My wine is really at its best with shellfsh and a little butter.

The Clambake Chardonnay is high in acid, so it really cuts through that fat. There’s a lot of minerality, which you fnd in shellfsh, and then there are lemony components that bring out the best in the seafood. any tips for pairing?

Think about body and favor.

For body, you have the structure of a wine—acid, weight, sugar. And favor—lemons versus peaches versus herbs, and in red wines, leather, tobacco. Pair light with light and heavy with heavy. So if you’re having simple grilled white fsh with salt and pepper, go light like Sauvignon Blanc. Moving heavier, a fsh with cream sauce, do an oak Chardonnay. now that you’re in california, what do you miss most about dc’s food scene?

I miss all of the northern African infuences and Middle Eastern infuences. DC is the frst time I ever had a lot of kebab. For seafood, I always strong-armed my parents to go to Kinkead’s when they came into town. The tomato soup at Dean & DeLuca in Georgetown is the best tomato soup I’ve ever had, and when I’m in town I always call [to see if] they have it. ripe life wines donates 5 percent of its wines to local charity events.

We donate a lot of our wine.

Usually the charities we’re looking for are somehow associated with maritime life— the Harbor Charter School in New York, Hudson River Community Sailing. Another charity I really like is the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. Instead of writing a check, I can give wine, and then people can try it.

It’s not a one-way street; I get a lot in return from making those donations. cf

Build a Basket the winemaker shares her favorite giftgiving idea: a clamBake kit.

Wine is a tried-and-true host gift, but Mary McAuley likes to kick it up a notch.

“It’s very hard to send people seafood,” she says, “so I like to send people my wine in a clambake kit.” Inspired, we used McAuley’s guidance to build our own. rame ins. “Important: You

not only want to give butter, but you want to serve the base that the clambake has been cooked in.” Our pick: Pantry ramekins, set of six, Williams-Sonoma ($20).

5300 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Mazza Gallerie, 202-2371602; williams-sonoma.com lobster crac ers and seafood for s. Our pick:

Set of two crackers and six forks, Hill’s Kitchen ($25). 713 D St. SE, 202542-1997; hillskitchen.com cloth nap ins. “You can reuse them, and they don’t blow away in the wind if you’re doing a backyard or beachside clambake.”

Our pick: Appia napkins, Dalton Brody ($10). 3412 Idaho Ave. NW, 202-2447197; daltonbrody.com

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Pizza lovers, rejoice! There are new pies aplenty to enjoy. In downtown DC, afcionados can stop in at Veloce (1828 L St. NW, 202-290-1910; eatatveloce.com), a quick-service eatery created by Ruth Gresser (of Pizzeria Paradiso fame) that prepares personal pizzas in less than fve minutes. There are even breakfast options, such as the Pig (scrambled eggs, bacon, mushrooms, onions, and a three-cheese blend) and the Flag (eggs, four cheeses, roasted tomatoes, and basil). To the north, Stella Barra Pizzeria (11825 Grand Park Ave., North Bethesda, 301-7708609; stellabarra.com) focuses on shareable pizzas decked out with seasonal vegetables and primo proteins, like house-made organic pork sausage, smoked bacon, and artisanal pepperoni. This winter, keep an eye out for All Purpose (1250 Ninth St. NW), from Red Hen chef Michael Friedman and his partners. Expect pies styled after those he enjoyed growing up in New Jersey, but with a slightly more bready crust, which he is developing with pastry pro Tiffany MacIsaac of Buttercream Bakeshop.

Food and fashion collide at Maketto, the ambitious brainchild of Erik Bruner-Yang, the chef and restaurateur who brought us Toki Underground, and Will Sharp, founder of the streetwear company Durkl. The newly renovated 6,000-square-foot space on the eastern edge of the Atlas District is equal parts coffee shop, Taiwanese-Cambodian eatery, and thoughtfully curated clothing and lifestyle boutique.

It took two and a half years to open Maketto.

Did you ever worry it might not happen?

Will Sharp: It’s a project that doesn’t really have a format yet, so it was diffcult sometimes when dealing with permitting, construction, and that stuff. It took forever, because every time someone gave us a way around an obstacle that changed our plan, we didn’t take it.

How did you decide on the concept?

Erik Bruner-Yang: The pop-up we did at Hanoi House two years ago was a good starting point for us to understand the food: How do we talk about it to customers? How authentic are we going to make it? And how do we keep people from being disappointed because all they want from me is ramen?

What’s your vision for the project?

WS: I want it to highlight small businesses and people who’ve made their own path. We want to bring together different cultures—not just ethnic culture, but identifying culture. People think of themselves as foodies; there are coffee guys; there are people who are into clothes. We want to bring those worlds together. Café opens daily at 7 am, boutique at 10 am, and restaurant at 11:30 am. 1351 H St. NE, 202-838-9972; maketto1351.com cf

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The personal pizzas at Veloce are cooked in a custom-designed Neapolitan-style brick oven.

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Have pint-size foodies in your household? Now you can expand their palates and broaden their dining horizons with the fve-course Petit Gourmand tasting menu ($38) at Trummer’s on Main (7134 Main St., Clifton, 703-266-1623; trummersonmain.com). There are no french fries or chicken fngers on this menu. Instead, little ones are treated to more complex fare, such as mozzarella-stuffed arancini, a selection of Virginia hams, miso-cured Alaskan halibut, and a build-your-own sundae to fnish.

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irsten Dunst began her career at the top, making her flm debut at age 6 in Woody Allen’s Oedipus Wrecks. She earned her frst major accolade fve years later: a Golden Globe nomination as best supporting actress for Interview with the Vampire, opposite Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise. Since her precocious start, she’s had a wide-ranging movie career: Dunst is one of the few actresses who can claim both blockbuster success (as Mary Jane Watson in the Spider-Man franchise) and art-flm glory. Her star turn in Lars von Trier’s apocalyptic masterpiece Melancholia garnered her a best actress award at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival. This fall she displays her comedic chops as the deluded, manipulative Peggy on the hit FX series Fargo, and next spring she will headline hot director Jeff Nichols’s much-buzzed-about new supernatural thriller Midnight Special.

Julianne Moore: You have a busy fall, Kirsten! I want you to talk about your roles, starting with Peggy in Fargo.

What drew you to the character?

Kirsten Dunst: The frst season was outstanding. I loved the writing and the way it was shot. Then I got two episodes for the new season with [creator/writer] Noah Hawley, and I knew that whatever trajectory Peggy was going on, it was going to be one of the nuttiest characters I’ve ever played.

JM: What’s the character trying to do?

KD: She’s trying to break out of Minnesota and become what she wants, which is basically a celebrity hairdresser.

JM: Maybe she’ll end up in LA. KD: That’s her big dream.

JM: Is there tragedy looming for her? Is she going to achieve her goal?

KD: Something intercepts her goal, and she and her husband spend the series fguring it out. She’s pretty delusional.

JM: Who plays her husband?

KD: Jesse Plemons. He’s awesome. Most of our scenes are together, and we developed a great friendship.

JM: Have you had any interaction with the Coen brothers working on Fargo?

KD: We don’t. They gave Noah their blessing. The frst season, they read scripts and approved them.

JM: What’s your new movie Midnight Special about?

KD: [It’s] about a young boy, my son, who has special powers. It reminds me of Close Encounters of the Third Kind. I think Jeff Nichols is one of the best young directors of our time. I’ve wanted to work with him for a while, so I fought to be in this movie.

I love Take Shelter [Nichols’s 2011 thriller], and I really like Mud [a 2012 coming-of-age drama he wrote and directed, starring Matthew McConaughey and Reese Witherspoon].

JM: What kind of director brings out the best in you?

KD: Lars von Trier was the director who gave me the most emotionally. He knew how to put things into words like most people don’t.

JM: Did he talk to you about depression [when you were working together on Melancholia]?

KD: He did, and about his own. He was very open with me. He did the most with saying the least, too.

JM: I actually feel like the best directors are the ones who talk the least.

KD: I hate talking things over. If someone starts talking too much to me, I just want to walk away.

JM: I know, I know! Sometimes I’m like, “Shhh….” Your career shows quite a diversity, from Spider-Man to Marie Antoinette to Melancholia. How do you choose your parts?

KD: It’s the director every time. I’d rather play a tiny little who-cares role if the director’s great.

JM: One part you were great in was in the Walter Salles movie—I can’t think of the name…

KD: On the Road. That’s so sweet of you.

JM: You were very good. The weariness, the exhaustion, that guy coming in and out of your life—it was just heartbreaking. You did a lot with very little.

KD: Thank you! I wish more people had seen that movie. It was such a fun ensemble.

JM: Here’s a question I get a lot, and I’ll tell you my answer after you tell me yours. What movie role was the closest to your own character?

KD: When I was 16 and did Bring It On. I was that girl. It was like me being in high school as myself. It wasn’t a stretch at all. Like a normal 15-year-old. I was a cheerleader; my best friend was a cheerleader. I wasn’t in competitions, but I watched them on TV. JM: I always say, “No one and everybody.” No one, because none of them are me, but then they all are because I have to fnd something in every single one of them to have a relationship with. Now we’re going to move to some questions about fashion. Did the clothes help you shape the character in Fargo?

KD: In the frst few episodes, I wanted people to look at Peggy and giggle a little bit—just a pinch! Not at her, but with her, just so that you’re on this girl’s side. Some of the stuff that she manipulates her husband into doing! Or I had red gloves because I was caught red-handed. And because this character wants to get out of Minnesota, I wanted her to have a beret to wear, or a shirt that has the Eiffel Tower all over it.

JM: Clothes are signifers. People are telling you who they want to be with their clothes.

KD: That was the most fun I’ve had with my wardrobe in a while. I got to make a real character. In Midnight Special, I was a real character, not just an actress who looks pretty for a role, playing whatever.

JM: It’s really challenging when you’re doing a mainstream flm and everybody just wants you to look attractive.

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The great thing about clothes is that you get to tell a story. Which brings us to Marie Antoinette and all those costumes. Did you have any input into the designs? They were spectacular.

KD: We had a genius, legendary costume designer, Milena Canonero. She always brought in accessories, and I was like, “Oh, let’s do a red ribbon around my waist like I was cut in half, to foreshadow the beheading.” She liked that collaboration, but it was her fabrics, her designs. They were fabulous. It wasn’t very comfortable, but very impressive. Oh my God, corsets are the worst!

JM: You were the frst major celebrity to wear Rodarte. How did you know them?

KD: I have worked with these stylists, Nina and Clare Hallworth, since I was very young, and they introduced me to Rodarte’s clothes. Then I met [designers Kate and Laura Mulleavy], and we became fast friends. Now we’re making a movie together, and we start in a week.

JM: What’s it about?

KD: These girls will kill me if I say anything about it. Sorry, Julianne. If I were private with you, I’d tell you!

JM: What’s the best fashion advice you’ve ever received?

KD: I don’t think I’ve ever gotten advice. It’s more what I’ve seen other girls wear, and I had really good infuences. When I was 16, I was working with Sofa Coppola, who is one of the chicest women I’ve ever met. And my mom was always into fashion. She lived in Germany for 10 years and always had a lot of old Kenzo in her closet.

JM: What about career advice?

KD: The infuence of how I was raised was the best career advice, because being a child actress can really be unhealthy for your psyche. But my mom always sent me to normal school, so I never missed out on the prom or feld trips or any of that stuff.

JM: I knew [an actress] who wanted to hang out at the mall, which she had never done as a teenager. We were in our 20s and she had never had a normal teenage experience.

KD: That’s sad. My best friend I’ve had since sixth grade. I think that’s why I’ve been able to reinvent what I do, because there was a time when I was over it.

JM: You’ve worked with some of the biggest names in the business: Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, Jim Carrey. Who else is on your wish list?

KD: You! JM: I’d like to work with you, too.

KD: Why do you think I said, “Do you think Julianne could do this interview?” Maybe if we put it out in the universe.

JM: That would be great. We’d have a good time.

KD: Maybe with Sofa.

JM: Do you travel to Washington, DC, often? What do you admire about the city?

KD: I had my frst kiss in Washington, DC, in the Washington Monument, going up in the elevator.

JM: Really?!

KD: Yup. I was on my eighth-grade feld trip. That’s a big deal! He was my really good friend and— JM: Were you alone?

KD: No! My whole class was in the elevator in the Washington Monument. It was dark in there, and there were little shafts of light that came through. I was into his friend, and my best friend was into him, and he kissed me. It was so funny—we had this big group class picture afterwards and I’m fipping off the camera.

JM: That’s an awesome story.

KD: So much eighth-grade drama.

JM: I think that’s the best frst-kiss story I’ve ever heard. You flmed [the 1999 comedy] Dick in DC. KD: I think we shot in Washington, DC, for only a few days. It was really fun…. It was really crazy to shoot in monuments. It was a small indie comedy, so I’m surprised you were allowed to. Most of it was shot in Canada.... I’ve visited Washington, DC, a lot. I’m from New Jersey, so my family would take me to the Smithsonian, or my girlfriends took me to the ballet—I think the Bolshoi was playing. I went to go see Princess Diana’s exhibition. I’ve taken trips for cultural reasons my entire life. I haven’t been to a White House Correspondents’ dinner yet, though. I was invited once, but we couldn’t go. I would love to go to that.

JM: If you weren’t an actress, you would be…

KD: Defnitely something creative, like a painter or photographer or a fashion designer.

JM: Can you imagine yourself directing?

KD: I might be doing that next year.

JM: Do you have a script?

KD: We’re in the rewrite phase, and we have an actress. It’s almost all together, but I can’t fully talk about it yet.

JM: What are the charities you’re involved with?

KD: I work with The Art of Elysium. You can go to the hospital, talk to kids, do paint work. They have a program with older women and young girls, getting clothes, getting makeup, just doing fun things with kids in the hospital. I’ve known Jennifer Howell, who started the organization, since my early 20s.... Thanks so much for doing this, Julianne. Let’s hang when you come to LA. JM: I would love to! cf 90 capitolfile-magazine.com

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20 The Luxury Education Foundation’s board members and leaders of our favorite iconic brands—Dior, Graff, Chanel, Hermès, Salvatore Ferragamo, and Lalique—talk about new strategies, core values, and how new talent is driving success. moderated by Hitha Herzog illustrations by Jessica May Underwood photography by Tanya Malott

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Capitol File recently sat down with the CEOs and presidents of top luxury brands to get their read on the new luxury economy, how millennials will impact this vital sector, and what’s hot in luxury across the US. The gathering dovetailed with the 10th anniversary of the Luxury Education Foundation (LEF), a public, not-for-profit organization that focuses on educational programs for design and business students at both the undergraduate (Parsons School of Design) and graduate (Columbia Business School) levels.

The programs, studying the creation and marketing of luxury goods, also allow students to learn about this highly competitive area of retailing by interacting with senior executives of iconic firms. In turn, these firms benefit by gaining fresh perspectives on their brands from a new generation of talent.

creating and designing for the brand, and you want students to understand that. Today, when you have Raf Simons designing, he’s very involved in the art world, so he collaborates with artists to create fabric for dresses—it modernizes and keeps it going in a very contemporary way. the 2008 financial crisis impacted all market sectors.

How has your consumer changed over the last five to seven years?

Chavez: I would say nothing changed for Hermès. We found that even during the crisis, customers were willing to invest in certain items. The 2008 holiday season was a very interesting time because we saw very loyal clients still wanting to purchase those investment pieces. ottomanelli: We learned that we are not recession-proof.

Customers weren’t shopping at the same level. But here’s the thing: For brands like ours—true luxury brands—you don’t start manipulating or changing your approach. So we took a little bit of a hit in 2008, but I think we rebounded very quickly because we didn’t change our formula.

tell us about your relationship to leF and how your involvement has benefited your brand.

Bob Chavez: It’s really great to get a new perspective from students. Sometimes when we’ve presented projects and they come back with their observations, we think, Wow, we never looked at it that way. This fall we’ll ask them to focus on the traditional Hermès scarf and come up with new ideas to market and wear it, and to present the scarf digitally in unique and innovative ways.

maz zouhairi: It was similar with us. In 2010, things turned around, and 2011 and 2012 were better years. I would say that the recession did remind us that we have to be relevant, exciting, and fresh to today’s world and time.

Luxury is a dream, not a necessity.

vincent ottomanelli: We learn what the students’ perceptions of our brand are from the outside looking in, so we benefit from learning how we can communicate to different generations.

Barbara Cirkva: What’s so interesting with LEF is how the program has expanded. Obviously, we’re famous for the Master Class [in which luxury-brand executives work on case studies involving current business situations], and now, over the last several years, we’ve added five or six different programs. Just 10 days ago, we hosted 25 students from Columbia Business School at Chanel. They spent the day with us so that, from their standpoint, they can understand what happens every day in the world of luxury. What was so rewarding for us on the Chanel side was having the opportunity to interact with the students and learn what was important to them. the maker culture has taken root strongly with millennials in this country. are american students interested in developing craftsmanship skills? or do you find that more likely to happen in europe?

Chavez: When you visit the ateliers in France, you’ll be surprised at how youthful many of the new craftspeople are.

There’s been this surge in interest of people wanting to do something with their hands, whether it’s making jewelry, working with silk, or stitching leather. With LEF, we’re always looking for new programs to offer students, just like the craftsmanship program we launched this year, the 10th program in our 10th year.

Pamela Baxter: Students need to be exposed to luxury from the very beginning. You can’t separate craftsmanship from the brand, because it goes back to the beginning of the brand. If you take the Dior brand, it goes back to Christian

Moderator HitHa Herzog Retail Analyst and Contributor, Fox Business Network Panelists Henri Barguirdjian USA CEO and President, Graf Pamela Baxter CEO and President, LVMH Perfumes and Cosmetics North America BarBara Cirkva Division President of Fashion, Chanel BoB CHavez CEO and President, Hermès vinCent ottomanelli President and Regional Director, Salvatore Ferragamo maz zouHairi CEO and President, Lalique North America

millennials, the so-called first generation of “digital natives,” are projected to be the biggest generation of spenders since the boomers. However, millennials are dealing with economic issues that boomers didn’t have to, such as a long-term slow-growth economy, which is postponing their arrival at certain levels of affluence. they have more debt and less spending power than other generations did at equivalent ages.

How are you marketing to them versus how you market to boomers or their successors, gen x?

Baxter : If you look at brands like Chanel and Dior, we are seeing new, young couture clients every day. There is always going to be that customer where there’s no price ceiling—they want something that’s exclusive to them.

Chavez: Maybe we’re not seeing as many millennials as we’d like to. And [those] we do see are at an entry price point. So it’s their first scarf, first tie, first watch. Regardless

“Communicating with social media makes our lives easier because you get instant reaction.”

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established to help students acquire the specialized skills

of age, there is one consistency: People are genuinely interested in quality and craftsmanship. They want something that is very well made, that’s going to last a long time. But, for example, in the case of ties, a younger customer wants a thinner tie—same quality, just thinner.

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Cirkva: I think it’s less a generational issue than a lifestyle issue. There are certain badges of honor you want to acquire at different stages in your life. For some individuals, it might be 10 days at an Aman resort. For other people, it’s going to be a Chanel haute couture dress or handbag, or something from Dior or Lalique.

But it’s much more individual than it was in the boomer years, where there was more consistency to “what’s your first badge, what’s your second badge?” Today it’s based more on personality and lifestyle.

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Zouhairi: It’s also about having collaborations that are relevant to a younger audience. All brands are searching for ways to be relevant to the millennials.

retail. Since LEF’s founding, more than 500 students from the Columbia Business of Design have taken courses focusing on the creation and marketing of luxury goods; about half have gone on to work in the sector. The number of executives and brands involved—among them Cadillac, Chanel, Cartier, Dior, Hermès, and Louis Vuitton—has grown signifi-

In terms of being more relevant, I recently visited a Graff store in Vegas and found Beats By Dre headphones with Graff diamonds on them.

Henri Barguirdjian: The idea of doing something with Beats By Dre was a cool way to show that we’re not old and stodgy; we can also be hip—so there you go. It was a fun collaboration.

cantly over the last decade, like the global goods market itself (worth more than $950 billion in 2014).

LEF offers 10 classes, such

Ottomanelli: It’s interesting what you did with the Beats product. The heritage of our brands is about product. I don’t think it’s necessarily generational; it’s about the quality and the craftsmanship that each of our brands represent. We have been around for over 100 years and everything we do has to be product-focused, and then secondly, it’s how can we communicate that to stimulate [interest from] different generations?

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What do you think are the priorities for luxury customers today? Have buying patterns changed?

Lifestyles are more casual. Everything is global.

Chavez: People want to make a subtler statement.

Society has become a bit over the top in terms of celebrity status. I’m just fascinated by this. It’s like, how much less can you wear to a black-tie affair today? And

year, in which design

which students spend the day at the headquarters of luxury brands for a glimpse of day-

it’s getting crazier and crazier. So, you know, it’s reaching a tipping point with people starting to think, Wow, where does this all end? I think the real big change with millennials is the concept of less is more.

They don’t want lots of anything; they just want a few very good things. And fortunately for us, it plays into who we are. If you’re just going to have one, let me have the best one that I can have.

Zouhairi: It depends on the audience. Some of the younger consumers are attracted by celebrities, and that’s their way into a luxury brand like Graff or Lalique. Our classic luxury consumer varies also. There are those who want the limited, one-of-a-kind product, and there are those who want something not limited but with the same levels of craftsmanship and effort behind the design.

Barguirdjian: Our customers want pieces that are understated but with gems of extreme rarity and quality. Nothing ostentatious—I hate to use the word “bling.”

What is the consumer buying in the luxury category? What are the hottest items to have this year?

Cirkva: We are seeing growth in ready-to-wear and, more specifically, in knitwear. Additionally, shoes continue to be an area of growth for the brand, and the newest US Chanel boutiques feature dedicated shoe salons, which showcase the breadth of the shoe collection.

Chavez: Our single best category this year is the home area. We are finding an exorbitant interest and increase in our home business—decorative items, accessories, furniture. It seems that people really want this Hermès lifestyle in their homes.

Barguirdjian: There is such scarce supply to demand, and our customers are looking for pieces with great rarity and value. This year our Butterfly line [in which gems for jewelry and timepieces are crafted with butterfly shapes] has done extremely well.

Zouhairi: We’re investing significantly in the Lalique Art Division. Collaborations with the Yves Klein Foundation, Anish Kapoor, Zaha Hadid, Rembrandt Bugatti, Elton John, and Damien Hirst have helped drive interest from a younger customer.

to-day operations, and the new Luxury Craftsmanship Workshop, established this students participate in a twoweek program with master artisans from LEF brands.

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What does the luxury customer want today and how are you addressing these wants?

Barguirdjian: I think that there are two things happening. Number one, new consumers have educated themselves very quickly and their knowledge of our world and our product is very impressive. If anything, the whole new Hermès scarf

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“There’s never really been a luxury destination in central Washington, DC, and I think people were starving for it, and now it’s coming together.”

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work on a design and marketing case study prepared by a luxury firm— who may see their efforts make it to the marketplace.

This year, for instance, participants involved in a Lalique case study repurposed the iconic Dior handbag

way of communicating with social media makes our lives easier because you get instant reaction, whether you’re doing something right or wrong. Usually you hear much more about the wrong than the right, but it doesn’t matter.

It’s information that is thrown out there by the thousands, which before, you had no way of knowing. It becomes an important element of how we react to our clients.

glass. Other groups created My Travel Games—a game carrier for Loro Piana’s gift collection—or responded to Van Cleef & Arpels’s challenge to produce

Cirkva: When we survey customers after a shopping experience in our own stores, one thing that’s always consistent, and I’m always amazed that it doesn’t change, is how they’re hungry for more of the story. When you say, “What would have made your experience better?,” it’s always that they want to know more of the story. The story of the brand, or Coco Chanel, or that handbag....

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Today brands are global, but how do you market to your customers differently from city to city? How does the product mix differ from store to store?

Baxter: I think it’s a matter of lifestyle, so yes, we do merchandise the stores very differently. For example, in Miami, they like a lot more color.

collaboration between

Ottomanelli: Believe it or not, we sell more shearling coats in South Beach than we do in New York City. So you have to be ready for surprises like that in every market.

they’re picked up by the

Cirkva: We all just have one brand collection, so we don’t create specific things for other markets, but we might tailor our assortments for them. But I have to say, if there’s something that’s really hot and key on the runway, it’s hot everywhere, everybody wants it. So if it’s very heavyweight and you’re in California, you still have to have it.

Barguirdjian: Jewelry moves much more slowly than fashion; we don’t have six collections a year. The trends in jewelry go from decade to decade. When you acquire a piece of high jewelry, there has to be a perennial aspect to it, that it’s going to work for years and eventually become a family heirloom. Having said that, yes, you sell much more conservative, understated jewelry in Chicago. The Beats

By Dre items are fun in Vegas. You’ll sell more colorful jewelry in Florida than you do in other places.

Zouhairi: In Miami, where there’s a more Latin influence, there are other aspects that depend on lifestyle. The Latin culture is much more about weddings.

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What are your thoughts on the Washington market—is it growing for you?

Ottomanelli: I think DC is fantastic. We opened up in November at the new CityCenterDC; we’re learning every day. We’re seeing the spending habits are changing and folks are discovering. There’s never really been a luxury destination in central Washington, DC, and I think people were starving for it, and now it’s coming together. We had a store in Tysons in Virginia, which does well, and we think that the markets are good enough that both can remain, so we’re excited about that.

Baxter: Our DC store is currently located in Chevy Chase, but we’re relocating it to the new CityCenterDC downtown, so we’re very excited about that because we think it’s a great market and we haven’t reached the full potential, and this center will give us an opportunity for more exposure.

Ottomanelli: That’s a very affluent suburb. We have a small shop there, and probably too small a shop, and we don’t represent all of the categories there. CityCenterDC, it’s a full shop, it has everything from us.

How has corporate sustainability factored into the marketing of your brand?

Class “allows students to

Barguirdjian: It’s part of our DNA and part of what we do. The jewelry industry in particular has been, should we say, targeted more than others. It forced the industry in general, and then the individual companies, to send out the message that this isn’t the way we do things.

experience why a true

Baxter: Younger generations, and particularly the

theme. Ketty Pucci-Sisti Maisonrouge, president of LEF, notes that the Master

design and business is the basis for success in the luxury industry.” Some of the results are so spot-on, firms. One LEF team transferred Hermès’s Balcon du Guadalquivir porcelain pattern to an enamel bracelet ( BELOW).

Today it is an Hermès best seller.

—Suzanne Charlé

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Barguirdjian, Cirkva, Ottomanelli, Baxter, and Zouhairi.

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“All brands are searching for ways to be relevant to the millennials.”

—maz zouhairi, ceo and president, lalique north america

The New Normal Washingtonians who once shied away from flashing their designer labels are embracing the high end of fashion. by kate glassman bennett Washington has long been a bastion of one-percenters.

Those with an ample flow of

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cash—from industries such as defense contracting or political consulting or from high-

millennials, are very interested in sustainable practices and ask a lot of questions about where you’re sourcing materials or how you’re producing. All our companies that have been around for 50 to 100 years have to have responsibility, credibility, and followthrough on these topics, because they’re going to get more and more important as the customer gets younger and younger.

Cirkva: Another aspect of sustainability is an approach we started taking 10 years ago of buying small artisan [businesses] where the craft itself was in danger of becoming extinct. I think many of you have done the same thing. Mr. Lagerfeld creates the Métiers d’art collection once a year—that only uses those five to six specialist houses. When we think about sustainability long-term— and for all of us, the story of our brand is so much tied to what is unique and special—giving these people a lifeline, if you will, to continue their craft is what it’s about as well. cf

powered government positions—have always lived among us. But until recently, DC had practiced “stealth wealth”: the tradition of refraining from overt

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displays of opulence. This has been a city where, the thinking goes, the less you show, the more you have.

But amidst the current onslaught of luxury retailers, like the recently opened CityCenterDC, with its thousands of square feet devoted to Hermès, Burberry, Loro Piana, Carolina Herrera, and Louis Vuitton, Washingtonians are starting to change their attitude toward conspicuous consumption. Those for whom a nondescript Longchamp bag was once de

“People are increasingly associating DC with more than just government.”

—sophie lamontagne

rigueur are now embracing a Gucci double-G. “People are increasingly associating DC with more than just government,” says Sophie LaMontagne, who owns and operates Georgetown Cupcake with her sister, Katherine Kallinis Berman. “The art, food, tech, and creative industries here are all blossoming.”

The sisters are also unabashed stylistas, with a passion for iconic (and wait-listed) Hermès purses in spring colors. “Working in the creative industry,” says Berman, “you tend to have an appreciation for well-designed collections, and that’s being reflected in what DC residents are wearing.”

A local army of more than 400 fashion bloggers, many of them millennials, has embraced the District as the perfect place to showcase the hottest looks from the world’s most exclusive labels—with the cobblestoned streets of Georgetown as the ideal backdrop.

Once regarded as overeager clotheshorses with too much free time, bloggers like Style MBA founder Sara Azani, with her 30,000-plus Instagram followers, are now respected for tracking trends among Washington’s booming class of luxury shoppers. While her posts often focus on the high end, Azani doesn’t neglect more affordable pieces. “My followers are very savvy about luxury brands and trends,” she says. “I try to curate a mix of aspirational brands mixed with price-friendly options.” Azani calls Michelle Obama a shining example of the Washington woman who knows how to show off her sense of style: “I can’t recall a first lady ever wearing Azzedine Alaïa or Lanvin before Mrs. Obama.”

While dressing head-to-toe in the latest from Chanel or Alexander McQueen was once considered taboo here, more and more locals are deeming it an acceptable public pastime. “Fancy” clothes are no longer reserved for dinner parties or charity luncheons.

Daytime Valentino? It’s a thing, and happily so. Says Azani, “Yes, DC will always be a political town, but perhaps that K Street attorney can now win her case in Céline.”

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When you think of the US Department of State, you typically imagine foreign service officers conducting top-level negotiations, discussions of foreign policy, or, perhaps, standing in line to renew your passport. But the State Department also has a significant responsibility to the 180 members of the diplomatic corps—the ambassadors to the US from other countries (known informally as the “dip corps”). In addition to extending the first hand to welcome presidents, prime ministers, ruling monarchs, and other world leaders to the United States, the State Department’s chief of protocol is the federal government’s liaison to foreign dignitaries engaged in diplomacy or cross-cultural exchange, as well as the president’s personal representative to foreign ambassadors in Washington.

Ambassador Peter Selfridge has been the chief of protocol since May 2014. “One of the best parts of my job is that I get to build relationships, and even friendships, with nearly all of the ambassadors,” he says. “Throughout the year, I really do work with almost all of them, whether it’s during a visit from one of their leaders, through events my office does with the diplomatic corps, or just simple courtesy calls.”

The Office of the Chief of Protocol’s Diplomatic Partnerships division engages with diplomats via several programs, including Experience America, a privately funded initiative that gives foreign ambassadors the opportunity to travel outside the Beltway and into the “real” America, allowing them to explore our diverse country, experience its rich culture and history, and investigate trade opportunities with various regions. “Our Experience America trips are probably the best opportunity for me to spend more time with the ambassadors than I usually get to,” Selfridge says. “As we explore a new city together, I learn a lot about them in a more informal setting. That can be very insightful.”

Experience America is like an adult field trip on a national scale—with VIP access. In the last year, the program has taken foreign diplomats to San Francisco, Austin, and Seattle. This summer, Capitol File had an insider’s look at the program, joining 52 diplomats (the largest group to date) and some of their spouses on a day trip to Virginia. Here’s our field report, highlighting visits to the State Capitol, Monticello, and the Executive Mansion, where Governor Terry McAuliffe hosted the delegation for lunch.

Guests of Experience America enjoy the views from Montalto, overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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7:55am: The convoy awaits passengers outside the State Department.

11:35am: The rotunda of the Capitol.

11:25am: Inside the Senate chamber of Virginia’s Capitol in Richmond.

11:45am: A group photo op on the steps of the Capitol with Governor McAuliffe.

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7:32am: The participants pass through security and check into the State Department, receive their credentials, and head to the Delegates Lounge for breakfast with Ambassador Selfridge.

7:55am: The diplomats are escorted to three large luxury buses—in alpha­ betical order by home country.

8:00am: Water and snacks are distributed, and a member of the chief of pro­ tocol’s staff announces the route and the day’s schedule.

8:06am: After waiting for latecomers, we roll out of DC with our police escort.

8:10am: A welcome video from Virginia’s governor, Terry McAuliffe, is played.

10:15am: The buses arrive at Ginter Park Elementary School in Richmond. The diplomats’ spouses disembark for an education program hosted by Virginia’s first lady, Dorothy McAuliffe.

10:30am: The diplomats arrive at the Virginia State Capitol in Richmond and

are escorted into a meeting room, where refreshments await. Secretary of State John Kerry welcomes the group by video message.

10:35am: Local businesses—including Dominion Virginia Power, the cyber­ security firm FireEye, and Tranlin, a US subsidiary of a Chinese paper com­ pany—offer presentations about industry in Virginia.

11:00am: Q&A time with the businesses, with queries from Bulgaria’s Ambassador Elena Poptodorova and others. A common comment: “We would love for your company to come to my country.” Business cards are exchanged.

11:05am: Maurice Jones, Virginia’s secretary of commerce and trade, leads a discussion about business opportunities in the Commonwealth. He assures the ambassadors that “Virginia will go the extra mile to help foreign businesses suc­ ceed in the Commonwealth.” Jones also makes a pitch for local tourism. “Just as you’re here, we want all the citizens of your countries to come right here,” he says, noting that tourism brings almost $22 billion to Virginia every year.

EXPERIENCE AMERICA DIY How to explore Virginia like the diplomatic corps. by elizabeth thorp

You don’t have to be an ambassador to experience the Commonwealth of Virginia State Department–style. Here’s our guide to what to see and where to eat and lay your head in the Old Dominion.

12:35pm: The governor and first lady welcome guests to the Governor’s Mansion.

Historic sites Virginia state capitol: Thomas Jefferson, author of the Declaration of Independence and third president of the United States, was also a talented architect. In 1785, while serving as US minister to France, he designed the Capitol of Virginia—the first public building in the States to replicate a classical Roman temple—with the assistance of Charles-Louis Clérisseau. Remarkable interior designs and colors from 1910 have been reproduced in the rotunda and the House and Senate chambers. Amenities include free guided tours (daily, including some holidays), a gift shop (open Monday–Saturday), a café (open Monday–Friday), and an exhibit gallery. 1000 Bank St., Richmond, 804-698-1788; virginiageneralassembly.gov colonial Williamsburg: Historic experiences abound in this Revolutionary War–period village peppered with world-class amenities. Kids can channel their inner colonists, and adults can relax at the spa, get a pint at the pub, or play some golf. 101 Visitor Center Dr., Williamsburg, 888-965-7254; colonialwilliamsburg.com Monticello: Most history buffs know that Thomas Jefferson designed the Italian neoclassical building known as Monticello, his plantation home in Charlottesville, Virginia, but do they know that Long Tom invented the dumbwaiter to carry bottles of wine up from the cellar to his drawing room?

A real man of the Enlightenment! 931 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy., Charlottesville, 434-984-9800; monticello.org eAt & DriNK tastings of charlottesville: The Apostle of Democracy was also quite the oenophile, so raise a toast to Jefferson at Tastings of Charlottesville, which offers a large selection of Virginia wines by the glass, including Cabernet Franc, a famously temperamental varietal that is a local specialty. 502 E. Market St., Charlottesville, 434-293-3663; tastingsofcville.com Acacia Mid-town: Chef Dale Reitzer and his wife, Aline, have created a stylish spot for fresh, sustainably sourced American haute cuisine (think Virginia pork-belly steam buns and fried Rappahannock oysters) in Richmond’s Fan District. 2601 W. Cary St., Richmond, 804-562-0248; acaciarestaurant.com

The governor and his dog, Finnegan.

Fresh shucked Maryland oysters.

11:25am: A tour of the State Capitol includes the Senate and House chambers.

We learn that the Capitol’s dome is really a faux dome and that the statue of George Washington in the rotunda is the only one he agreed to pose for.

11:45am: A group photo op on the steps of the Capitol with Governor McAuliffe is followed by a brief walk to the Governor’s Mansion. The ambassadors and their guests form a receiving line to greet the governor and his wife.

GASTRONOMY

12:00pm: A buffet served on the mansion’s lawn showcases Virginia’s finest: oysters, crabs, wine, beer, and peanut soup, as well as local cheeses, hams, and vegetables. It’s a plentiful picnic, and the diplomats happily indulge.

12:30pm: Ambassador Selfridge welcomes the group to the Executive Mansion and thanks Governor McAuliffe for his hospitality. The governor is presented with a map of all the countries in attendance. Guests explore the mansion.

sLeeP Keswick Hall at Monticello: Rolling hills and history come together at Keswick Hall at Monticello, in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Nestled on 600 acres, the 48-room hotel provides an idyllic country retreat just minutes from Charlottesville and nearby shops, restaurants, vineyards, and historical sites. From $275 a night.

701 Club Dr., Keswick, 434-979-3440; keswick.com colonial Williamsburg: Guests of Colonial Williamsburg’s six lodging options enjoy special admission pricing and preferred reservations at The Spa of Colonial Williamsburg, Golden Horseshoe Golf Club, nine restaurants (three historic taverns and six modern eateries), and Chowning’s Tavern, an 18th-century ale house. They also receive complimentary shuttle service and exclusive seasonal perks. For the full revolutionary experience, we recommend the historic Colonial Houses (from $180 a night), featuring authentic period reproductions. see above the Berkeley: This 55-room boutique hotel is set on a charming cobblestone street in the trendy Shockoe Slip neighborhood, a few blocks from the James River. Walk a block in any direction to discover shops, restaurants, and Richmond attractions. Rooms start at $150 per night. 1200 E. Cary St., Richmond, 804-780-1300; berkeleyhotel.com

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Asked why he wanted to bring Experience America to Virginia, McAuliffe says, “My number-one priority from day one has been economic development and building a new Virginia economy. I am happy to say that many of the countries represented at this year’s Experience America event are already economic partners with our Commonwealth, but we’re always eager to build on our existing foundation and find new ways to work together.”

1:30pm: The governor and the first lady dig into some Rappahannock oysters and chat with guests. The first lady sips a local ale. The governor sneaks his golden retriever a piece of ham.

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1:45pm: The Experience America participants reboard the buses for a visit to Thomas Jefferson’s home, Monticello. The police block streets for the delegation and use their sirens to expedite the trip out of Richmond center.

3:30pm: The group arrives at Monticello and pulls right up to the front of the house, something the bus driver says he’s never seen in his lifetime, noting that

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our group must be very special. We’re met by the executive vice president of the Thomas Jefferson Foundation, Ann Taylor, and several other members of the Monticello staff and embark on a private tour of the home and its artifacts.

Monticello is Jefferson’s architectural masterpiece. He began building it when he was just 26 and continued refining its design for more than 40 years.

The estate’s gardens were a jewel of the property, and Jefferson had an impressive collection of art and Americana.

4:40pm: In a light drizzle, the group huddles on the steps of Monticello for a photo, then we head to the David Rubenstein Visitor Center, where The Shop at Monticello is located. Part museum store, part luxe Virginia boutique, the shop offers everything from reproduction Monticello furniture to jewelry, books, foodstuffs, seeds, kitchenware, gifts, and, of course, Virginia wine.

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5:30pm: The group boards smaller buses for a trip up the mountain that Jefferson named Montalto, again with a police escort. (The winding roads

3:45pm: A private tour of Monticello.

6:15pm: Ambassador Selfridge thanks the Thomas Jefferson Foundation’s Ann Taylor.

5:30pm: The group is ferried to Montalto.

7:35pm: Thomas Jefferson bids adieu to the acting Mexican ambassador.

overlooking the countryside can’t accommodate large vehicles.) Rising 410 feet above Monticello, the mountain is home to the Thomas Jefferson Foundation’s world-class education center. Totally renovated in 2011, the 11,000-square-foot building atop Montalto was once a house called Repose—the final stop.

5:40pm: Some of the foundation’s executives greet the dip corps, who are treated to a reception featuring Virginia’s finest foods, beverages, music, and even Thomas Jefferson himself (or perhaps just an actor playing him).

6:15pm: Ann Taylor greets the diplomats. Next, Ambassador Pisan Manawapat of Thailand offers remarks on behalf of the diplomatic corps: “ASEAN [the Association of Southeast Asian Nations] is always proud of its well-known hospitality when it welcomes delegates or visitors to Southeast Asia. The State Department, under the great team of Ambassador Selfridge, has shown that the US can indeed be second to none when it comes to offering splendid hospitality and meticulous arrangements. EA Virginia is a journey to rediscover what makes this country great.” He adds that the principle that “all men are created equal” continues to spark the dreams and aspirations of people all over the world.

6:45pm: The ersatz Jefferson mingles and has his photo taken with guests.

HOME

7:30pm: Enjoying the haven of Montalto, the group needs to be wrangled for the return journey. As we descend the mountain, everyone discusses the incredible beauty and historical significance of our afternoon. (A few weeks later, Ambassador Kairat Umarov of Kazakhstan sends an email remarking that he was so impressed by the business presentation that his country’s minister of agriculture is planning a visit to Virginia. “Without any doubts,” he writes, “this clearly shows that the Experience America program works!!!”)

7:40pm: The diplomats board the buses for the trip back to DC and receive a biography of Thomas Jefferson. An hour into the return trip, everyone is asleep.

10:15pm: We arrive at the State Department. Each participant is given a basket of Virginia’s culinary delights. Several of the ambassadors have their cars waiting but first offer thanks and congratulations to Selfridge and the Office of the Chief of Protocol. Many hug each other farewell. cf

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HAUTE PROPERTY News, Trends, and Stars in Real Estate

Color Out Loud

Gold and acrylic curtain rods and a gold chandelier add glamour and sparkle to this aqua dining room.

Washingtonians are making a bold statement With homes in dazzling hues. by charlotte safavi Color is the new black when it comes to home décor, and the bolder and brighter the better. Color sets a mood—whether it’s fery red lacquered cabinetry in a kitchen or calming lavender grass-cloth wall coverings in a bedroom—and brings a room to life.

“Classic colors, like blue and green, are always popular,” says DC-based interior designer Anna Matthews (704-488-7537; annamatthewsinteriors.com), whose work encompasses fresh, vibrant fnishes and furnishings. “But their timelessness can be refreshed by playing with tones, layering textures, and paying attention to the details that pull a space together.” For example, the dining room in an Alexandria, Virginia, home that Matthews designed sports a pale shade of aqua on the painted walls and a deeper one in the silk curtains.

“I also love mixing colors that at frst glance don’t appear to go together,” she adds. “The secret is making sure the colors relate to each other with respect to tone

photography by anna routh barzin

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HAUTE PROPERTY “Color refleCts a person. that’s one of my goals in design.”

—camille saum

Pale-blue walls borrow from the outdoors and contrast nicely with the chartreuse-yellow custom banquette.

A leopard-print ottoman and brown leather chairs, plus a neutral rug, balance the vibrantly hued wood paneling.

Bold Finish Homeowners look to vivid colors for a personal flourish.

“We’re defnitely seeing a trend in bold color in the DC area, as well as nationally,” says Ed Klein, president of the US market for Farrow & Ball.

“Decorating has become

and distribution.” Thus, a vivid grass-green wood-paneled sitting room in the same house has soft powder-blue pillows on a muted olive-green sofa, as well as turquoise grosgrain trim added to batik-printed Roman blinds.

Interior designer Barbara Hawthorn (1950 Valley Wood Road, McLean, 703-241-5588; barbarahawthorninteriors.com) approaches color from an academic background, having studied fne art and art history, as well as political science, at Vassar.

With her keen eye for art, Hawthorn rejects the traditional practice of using art alone to color a space: “Contrary to what most people do with art—put it on white walls and surround it with neutral furniture—I select colors from the art for both paint and furnishings to highlight it better.”

A Bethesda home she decorated is the perfect example. To highlight “an incredible collection of art”—including paintings

by Andy Warhol, Robert Indiana, and Roy Lichtenstein— Hawthorn outftted the home in bold color. In the entry hall, she embraced the palette of a spectacular Wolf Kahn landscape by painting the wall on which it hangs hot pink. For visual relief, she kept the ceiling and moldings white.

“I see a true awakening of color,” she says. “When used in the right way, color can even read as neutral: A solid-painted

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wall in a bright hue that takes its color from art becomes neutral by default.” In addition, Hawthorn emphasizes good lighting when working with color. She prefers dimmers that can be used to soften hues or make them pop, as needed.

Bethesda-based interior designer Camille Saum (4949 St. Elmo Ave., Bethesda, 301-657-9817; camillesaum.com) is drawn to the intersection of color and personality. “Color refects a person,” she says. “That’s one of my goals in design.” Nowhere is this more apparent than in her own warm, zesty, citrus-infused home in Washington, DC. “Color comes from my heart and soul. I was born with it, and it’s excited me forever.”

Saum weaves color and texture throughout her space. Her chartreuse-yellow dining banquette in faux leather absorbs light, while the chair seats in a patent fnish of the same hue refect it. The chair backs are upholstered in a woven foral incorporating that tone as well.

On which shades to use, Saum says, “Every color looks different in someone else’s space. It’s like wearing red lipstick: Certain reds are better on one person and others are better on another.” She pauses before adding, “I simply can’t imagine a home without color.” These days, apparently, nobody can. cf

increasingly personal.

People are more confdent.

They’re using bolder color because it’s a good canvas for their art or whatever furnishing they want to feature in a room.” Popular colors in the DC market include blues and greens (Green Blue, Drawing Room Blue, and Dix Blue), but also yellows (India Yellow) and purples (Pelt and Brassica). High gloss is also big. Adds Klein, “A lot of designers are using full gloss fnish on everything from the ceiling to the walls, from doors to moldings.”

photography by robert radifera (yellow room); anna routh barzin (green room); Ken wyner photos (pinK room)

Fauvist colors on these walls, including purple, yellow, and hot pink, continue the palette found in the art.

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Complementing the outstanding main level is a sensational family room, spectacular ear-round conservatory/enclosed porch with freplace and private library with custom picture windows. The upper level is adorned with a fantastic second library with custom millwork, built-in cabinetry/bookcases and private deck. In addition, this level boasts 6 bedrooms including a deluxe master bedroom suite with freplace, sitting/yoga room and luxury bath. Secondary bedrooms are all oversized and unique in their ceiling design. The fully fnished lower level is enhanced by an indoor basketball court, full service bar, exercise room, spa bath, recreation room and guest suite with kitchenette. Multiple decks and patios provide for special outdoor living. Located next to a public walkway with park-like setting, the home retains its wonderful privacy and is ideally located only minutes to the vibrancy of downtown Bethesda. Offered at $6,900,000.

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HAUTE PROPERTY Real Estate Roundtable

clockwise from far left: Dave DeSantis, Holli Beckman, and Gaby Riegler share a laugh over lunch at Mango Tree; luxury properties are going up all over the District; John Fitzgerald and DeSantis listen intently as peers discuss the state of the luxury real estate market.

District on the rise

It’s a race to the fInIsh as developers unveIl hIgh-end apartments and condos across the cIty. by amy moeller

THE PANEL: Holli BeCkMan Vice President of Marketing

and Leasing Operations, WC Smith, 1100 New Jersey Ave. SE, Ste. 1000, 202-371-1220; wcsmith.com Dave DeSantiS Partner and Managing Broker, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty, 5454 Wisconsin Ave., Chevy Chase, 202-438-1542; ttrsir.com JoHn FitzGeRalD Managing Director, Development, 1788 Holdings, 4421 East-West Hwy., Bethesda, 202-683-2012; 1788holdings.com CHRiS MaSteRS Vice President, McWilliams/ Ballard, 1029 N. Royal St., Ste. 301, Alexandria, 703-535-5550; mcwilliamsballard.com DaviD Meit President and CEO, Oculus Realty,

333 Main St., 2nd Fl., Gaithersburg, 301-5639021; oculusrealty.com GaBy RieGleR Vice President of Development,

PN Hoffman, 690 Water St. SW; pnhoffman.com

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Crane after crane, a glance at the DC skyline reveals the robust rate at which the city is growing.

But a closer look tells much more: Beyond the understated exteriors of these new developments are world-class amenities, unparalleled service, and garages catering to upscale automobiles—and bicycles, too. As the city undergoes a cultural and gastronomic renaissance, luxury real estate is moving in. To discuss this trend, we sat down with leading developers and real estate professionals Holli Beckman, Dave DeSantis, John Fitzgerald, Chris Masters, David Meit, and Gaby Riegler at Mango Tree in CityCenterDC. How has the luxury market in DC evolved?

David Meit: In the mid-’90s, the luxury real estate market was a very different animal. It was before [Mayor] Anthony Williams, and DC was still coming out of the morass it had been in for 25 years, so there was no luxury market.

Dave DeSantis: The definition of luxury in DC had always been a single-family house in a neighborhood like Wesley Heights or Kalorama, then Bethesda and Potomac. A luxury buyer wanted a house. We weren’t an urban market. You drove everywhere.

Meit: We have an entire generation of suburban fatigue.

Has the definition of luxury changed?

DeSantis: Luxury was granite countertops and hardwood flooring…. [Now] you look at a project like [CityCenterDC]; you look at 2030 AP on U Street.

Who ever would have thought that on U Street, you’d get 825 bucks a foot? Never would’ve seen that five years ago. But now you’ve got a worldrenowned architect. People are paying for design.

Gaby Riegler: People want to live and work in the city to be close to neighborhood amenities, boutique retail, the Metro. Accessibility is very important.

Meit: The city fathers were very forward-thinking in the ’60s about a world-class Metro system. DC’s is

photography by Dominique Fierro (masters); © eric taylor / erictaylorphoto.com (the alDen); matt Jahromi (the Darcy)

fast, it’s clean. Shaw… Brookland… the ballpark… It’s all based on Metro. Tysons Corner is now becoming this very urban product because there’s a Metro now.

John Fitzgerald: I don’t think of those as luxury areas. Georgetown has no Metro, and that’s a high-end DC market. Our clients want to be away from the Metro…. They want adequate parking.

Some of these people have four, six cars.

Holli Beckman: It’s how the generations define luxury.

Meit: The 25-, 35-year-olds want more high-tech stuff. When you get to 40, storage becomes a big deal.

DeSantis: And [room size]. I do consider the spectacular product on U Street absolutely luxury. But if you talk to someone who’s 30, they go in and say, “This is fantastic—floor-to-ceiling glass, the kitchen is outfitted really nicely.” They’re not focused on the fact that the master bedroom is 13 by 12. If you talk to buyers at The Lauren and bring them to a building where the master bedroom is 13 by 12, they’re like, “Are you kidding me? This is my walk-in closet.”

Riegler: It’s important to know your demographic. Each age range values different things.

You agree that service is synonymous with luxury across all age brackets.

Fitzgerald: At The Lauren, we’re interviewing concierge services, and we asked, “If this were a hotel brand, what would you want it to be?” I think one answered the Ritz and one the Four Seasons….

That’s the kind of approach we want to have: a very friendly person at the desk, a valet, door service. Anything they want is what we’re offering.

Chris Masters: I think à la carte is where we’re moving.

Beckman: Renters [are demanding] the smart homes. We’ve seen this lighting where you come in

The Alden, at 2620 13th Street NW, pairs modern amenities with Colonial Revival architecture. top right (left to right): Chris Masters, David Meit, and John Fitzgerald discuss DC’s flourishing real estate scene.

your front door and the lights go on, and you go in your bedroom and shut the door, all the lights go off. That’s what the millennials and the generation above that are deeming as luxury. It’s not about the finishes; it’s “What level of service will I get?”

Fitzgerald: Noise is really a big deal. We’ve been hiring sound consultants so every unit is soundproof.

Masters: Especially now, you’ve got more of the Class A or Class Platinum rental. As people move out of that and into for-sale, it is literally one of the first questions they ask: “What is the sound insulation? I don’t want to hear my neighbor [at all].” It’s incredible. It goes to show how educated the consumer is today. Now for-sale is trying to catch up and be at the forefront, knowing that you’re 12, 24 months from delivery. “What can we do to future-proof the unit?”.... “How do we wire this unit the best we can today so in two years when it delivers, we can still offer the latest and greatest?”

What neighborhoods are on the rise?

Meit: The Southwest Waterfront.

Beckman: Navy Yard is still coming into its own.

Five years ago we had a Five Guys and a pizza joint.

Now I can’t even list all the restaurants that are there.

DeSantis: The great thing is that there are more neighborhoods defined by luxury. It’s not that classic neighborhoods have gone out of style, but that there are so many more options.

Meit: Union Market is going to be fabulous when it’s built up in 10 years. Nowadays it’s common for buildings to sell before they’re finished.

Masters: Fifty thousand people are moving here every year. We grew 5.1 percent last year—one of the fastest-growing metro areas.

How’s the competition?

Meit: It’s very stiff. We’ve set a new bar. cf

“luxury [used to be] granite countertops and hardwood floors. now you’ve got a world-renowned architect. people are paying for design.”

—dave desantis The living room and dining area at The Darcy on Woodmont Avenue in Bethesda.

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ROYAL FINISH

CELEBRATION ITALIAN-STYLE

It’s a good time to be B&B Italia. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the brand’s Maxalto collection, which shares a space with Boffi on M Street in Georgetown, and B&B Italia has special plans to commemorate the occasion: For the first time, the company’s elegantly modern furniture will be available locally at the Maxalto showroom.

Among the most enticing offerings are the iconic Up armchair and pouf ottoman—part of Gaetano Pesce’s seven-piece Up series, which celebrated its 45th birthday last year. Maxalto, B&B Italia, 3320 M St. NW, 202-337-7700; bebitalia.com

Grand Opening

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QUARRY SPRINGS UNVEILS A NEW CONDO WITH DREAM AMENITIES. Offering the ultimate in luxury and location, Quarry Springs— Bethesda’s newest high-end condominium development—is one step closer to fruition with the opening of its first model unit. With two- and three-bedroom floor plans, ranging from 2,200 to nearly 5,000 square feet, the well-appointed condos feature garage-to-foyer elevators, 10-foot ceilings, gas fireplaces, and spa bathrooms. The model debuted just months after the unveiling of the 6,000-square-foot Club House, complete with a library, a grand salon, a lounge, well-manicured outdoor spaces, and an expansive fitness center. Presales for the property, which is slated for a fourth-quarter opening, have started at $1.8 million. 8101 River Road, Bethesda, 202302-2508; quarrysprings.com CF

NEW IN TOWN

Inspired by the fine dyeing and weaving techniques of ikat fabric, the new Voyage en Ikat collection from Hermès features a complete porcelain dinner service in saturated, intertwined shades of emerald, ruby, and sapphire. In homage to the journey such designs took along the Silk Road, the collection draws upon eclectic sources— Japanese motifs, Byzantine patterns, even 18th-century French exoticism—and its pieces are trimmed in 24k matte gold for a finish befitting royalty.

CityCenterDC, 944 Palmer Alley, 202-7894341; hermes.com ABOVE: Voyage en Ikat bread and butter plate, Hermès ($230)

The Atlantic Plumbing space gets a luxury makeover.

THE JBG COMPANIES, WALTON STREET CAPITAL, AND MCWILLIAMS/BALLARD recently celebrated the opening of 2030 8th Street at Atlantic Plumbing. This first phase of the mixed-use residential and retail project includes 62 one- and two-bedroom condominiums and pays homage to the property’s history as a plumbing supply warehouse. Luxury amenities include a full-service concierge, public and private outdoor spaces, a fitness center, a lounge, and two restaurants. 2030 Eighth St. NW, 202-792-8880; 2030ap.com

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B&B Italia’s offerings at the Maxalto showroom include the Up armchair and ottoman (ABOVE) by Italian architect and designer Gaetano Pesce (RIGHT).

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WITH ITS COOLER WEATHER AND RESPLENDENT COLORS, AUTUMN IN DC IS THE PERFECT TIME TO EXCHANGE YOUR VOWS.

BY AMY MOELLER And cAsEY tRudEAu

photography by george Street photo & Video

As the cool breezes of fall sweep into the city, so too comes another wave of weddings. Autumn is undoubtedly a favorite season for saying “I do,” and in Washington we’re lucky to have a stunning backdrop of iconic images, made only more beautiful by the changing of the leaves and the vibrant energy of a town returning to life after a citywide summer escape.

The trend in weddings this fall is fresh and fun—as seen in the grand and preppy inspiration board we’ve created on page 128. It’s also the season of sage, and we can’t wait. For details on how to use this stunning color, we talked to makeup artists, hairstylists, and event organizers and scouted for venues offering the best backgrounds for coordinated palettes (page 124). And, of course, we’ve chosen a few of the season’s top gifts for your significant other, your wedding party, and your family. Browse our gift-giving guide on page 126. CF

The water’s edge, just down King Street from the Hotel Monaco Alexandria, provides a beautiful backdrop for photos of a fall affair.

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WEDDINGS FROM TOP: Cake pops, Paperwhite Events.

301-461-1637; paper white-events.com.

L’Eau de Toilette, Carven ($82 for 1.7 oz.). Nordstrom, 1800 L St. NW, 202-6273650; nordstrom.com.

Sterling silver and green nephrite jade cabochon cuff links, Cartier ($710). The Collection at Chevy Chase, 301-6545858; cartier.com.

Bridesmaid dress, After Six ($256).

Bella Bridesmaids, 5225 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Ste. 200, 202-966-0481; bellabridesmaids.com

Sage Advice While brides were clamoring for marsala, Pantone’s 2015 Color of the Year, a cast of complementary shades arrived in tow—and sage is the one that stood out. This fall couples are playing up the soft, subtle beauty of what we predict will be the color of the season.

THE LOOK While sage is stunning on almost everyone, board-certified colorist Claudia Birkahn of Salon Bleu (Tysons Galleria, 1839 International Dr., McLean, 703-448-1300; salon bleutysons.com) says the color is most flattering on people with medium, tan, or dark skin tones (which contrast nicely with the pale shade) and warm or golden hair (such as auburn, red, golden brown, or blond).

In choosing complementary colors—for makeup and décor—it’s important to note that different shades of sage work better with warm or cool palettes. Salon Bleu makeup artist Azin Farshadfar suggests bringing a swatch to appointments with vendors, adding that she sometimes takes her

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cue from the floral selection: “If flowers are in the cool tones, I recommend shadows in a dark sage or aubergine, and lips and blush in nudes or pink undertones. For a warm look, I recommend coppers, bronzes, or earth tones for the eyes and peach undertones or a red for lips.”

For a look rich in color, Shannon Hilliard, director of Celadon Salon and Spa (1180 F St. NW, 202-3473333; celadonspa.com), suggests pairing sage with deep plums and burgundies.

For a more classic option, she says, earthy browns, beiges, or gold tones work best for the eyes. Most important, adds Hilliard, is wedding-ready skin: “Because a softer palette on the face works well with sage, fresh, well-caredfor skin should be the emphasis of the makeup.” She recommends beginning Celadon’s treatments two to three months in advance for the best results.

THE DÉCOR Consider the décor of your venue before selecting any color (and vice versa). Washingtonians are fortunate in having a choice of ballrooms that

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lend themselves well to a sage palette.

Kimpton’s Monaco Alexandria (480 King St., Alexandria, 703-5496080; monaco-alexandria.com) features slate patterned and chocolate-brown wallpaper and a white chair rail, and at Mandarin Oriental (1330 Maryland Ave. SW, 202-554-8588; moriental.com/washington), the hotel’s cream molding, slate upholstered walls, and crystal light fixtures are likewise well-suited to the hue. The white textured walls and wood detailing at the Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner (Tysons Galleria, 1700 Tysons Blvd., McLean, 703-506-4300; ritz carlton.com) are ideal for draping and uplighting, providing a dramatic way to feature the color.

Fun tip: Kimpton’s area director of catering, Annee Gillett, suggests incorporating succulents and even artichokes into floral arrangements to subtly play up the color. Continue the theme in artfully decorated desserts, like the ones pictured above

by Paperwhite Events (301-4611637; paperwhite-events.com). CF

PHOTOGRAPHY BY NATALIE FRANKE PHOTOGRAPHY (COUPLE)

EXPERTS WEIGH IN ON HOW TO WOW WITH THE LATEST COLOR TREND.

WEDDINGS Choosing gifts for your wedding party—no matter how large—doesn’t have to be intimidating. “Make the gift about the person receiving it, not about you,” advises Tiny Jewel Box’s Matt Rosenheim.

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PRESENT PERFECT A few more of our favorites.

Athena Deco clock, Ralph Lauren ($1,095).

The Collection at Chevy Chase, 301-718-4223; ralphlaurenhome.com

18k yellow-gold and pavé diamond Golden South Sea cultured pearl earrings, Mikimoto ($32,000). Liljenquist and Beckstead, Tysons Galleria, 703-448-6731; mikimoto.com

The Gift of Giving

WITH THIS GUIDE, SELECTING TOKENS OF APPRECIATION FOR YOUR WEDDING PARTY IS ONE LESS ITEM ON YOUR TO-DO LIST. BY AMY MOELLER

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tinyjewelbox.com). After the wedding, he says, a custom leather-bound wedding album for mom and a sterling silver frame showcasing the walk down the aisle for dad will live in the home forever.

FOR THE WEDDING PARTY: A thoughtful gift for your closest friends is a good step toward returning all the love they’ve showered upon you in the run-up to your wedding. Personalized jewelry for the ladies and monogrammed handkerchiefs or pocket squares for the men are timeless choices.

“Don’t personalize [the gifts] in such an outward fashion that the gift becomes obsolete,” says Rosenheim. “Personalize in a hidden or quiet way. Engrave their initials, not your wedding date. Always make the gift about the person receiving [it], not about you.” CF

“HAVING SOMETHING ONE-OF-A-KIND IS THE ULTIMATE LUXURY.”

—MATT ROSENHEIM

18k rose-gold CT60 chronograph watch, Tiffany & Co. ($15,000). The Collection at Chevy Chase, 301-657-8777; tiffany.com

Silver personalized bracelet, Jane Basch Jewelry Designs ($275). Mervis Jewelers, 1700 K St. NW, 202-293-0600; mervisdiamond.com

Flask, J. Crew ($45). 950 F St. NW, 202-628-8690; jcrew.com

PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEPHANIE YONCE PHOTOGRAPHY (WEDDING PARTY)

Between bridesmaids, groomsmen, parents, and, of course, each other, there’s a lot of love to be wrapped up and delivered on your big day. We chatted with some of the finest jewelers in the city to get their gift suggestions this season.

FOR EACH OTHER: Well-chosen bride and groom gifts serve as tiny reminders of your special day. Rolex watches—each engraved with a special sentiment on the back of the case—are a classic choice, “an amazing way to mark the chapter of a couple’s time together,” says Sherrie Beckstead of Liljenquist & Beckstead (Tysons Galleria, 2001 International Dr., 703-448-6731; liljenquistbeckstead.com).

FOR THE PARENTS: A wedding day is almost as special to the parents as it is to the couple. For mothers, Beckstead suggests a Monica Rich Kosann 18k gold locket, with custom-fit family photos. For fathers, cuff links are a traditional choice—made especially meaningful, Beckstead says, when customized with a family crest or monogram.

“Having something truly one-of-a-kind is the ultimate luxury,” adds Matt Rosenheim of Tiny Jewel Box (1147 Connecticut Ave. NW, 202-393-2747;

Mandarin Oriental.

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WEDDINGS

Preppy & Polished CLEAN PATTERNS AND NAUTICAL COLORS GET A MODERN UPGRADE THIS SEASON.

BY CASEY TRUDEAU

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Dress, Carolina Herrera (price on request).

Carineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bridal Atelier, 1726 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Fl. 2, 202-965-4696; carinesbridal.com.

Emerald-cut engagement ring set in platinum, Forevermark (price on request).

Liljenquist & Beckstead, Tysons Galleria, 703-448-6731; liljenquist andbeckstead.com.

Metallic silver pump, Christian Louboutin ($695). Saks Fifth Avenue, 5555 Wisconsin Ave., 301-657-9000; saks.com

Miss Dior Extrait de Parfum, Dior ($185 for 0.5 oz). Neiman Marcus, Mazza Gallerie, 202-996-9700; neimanmarcus.com

Pearl clutch, Judith Leiber ($2,995). Neiman Marcus, Mazza Gallerie, 202-966-9700; neimanmarcus.com

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY NATALIE FRANKE PHOTOGRAPHY (CAKE, COUPLE, TENT)

18k long Deco diamond baguette earrings (1.14 carats), Penny Preville ($6,275). Tiny Jewel Box, 202-393-2747; pennypreville.com

For a fresh take on classic style, Washingtonians are balancing simple, modern pieces with sophisticated elegance. A three-tier cake is traditional and low-fuss; blue, green, and crisp white make for a stylish palette; and a timeless illusion beaded neckline, paired with modern statement earrings and a clean fragrance, exemplifies the preppy style. CF

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JOSÉ ANDRÉS AND World Central Kitchen presented the 2015 Dine-n-Dash at 15 top restaurants and food trucks in downtown DC. Some 1,700 people participated in the exclusive culinary tour of Penn Quarter, with VIPs treated to pedicabs to help them get from stop to stop. The night ended with a private afterparty with Andrés at Carnegie Library. All proceeds from the event benefited World Central Kitchen’s smart solutions to hunger and poverty.

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FRENCH NATIONAL DAY MORE THAN 300 guests celebrated French National Day at the DC residence of France’s ambassador to the United States, Gérard Araud. The Bastille Day reception featured Perrier-Jouët Champagne, escargots, and other French treats. Chanteuse Chloé Moore, from the Castleton Music Festival, entertained VIP guests from the US Senate and House of Representatives, new White House social secretary Deesha Dyer, and Fred Hochberg, chairman and president of the Export-Import Bank, among others.

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Paul Bakus and Kari Schott

Ashley Fens with Donna and Brian Roberts

Bruce Schauer, Sidney Beckstead, and Joe Turchiarolo

ROLEX BASELWORLD LILJENQUIST & BECKSTEAD Fine Jewelers hosted a 2015 Rolex Baselworld Collection preview event for a select group of VIP guests. As an official Rolex jeweler, Liljenquist & Beckstead was one of the few retailers in the nation to be selected to showcase the timepieces, available for purchase this fall.

David Staffini and Sara Beckstead

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Joyce Moorehead and Sherrie Beckstead

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CLAUDIA’S ARRIVES CLAUDIA’S STEAKHOUSE HELD ITS

grand opening in the heart of downtown DC. Guests sipped Champagne and sampled passed hors d’oeuvres while taking in the sleek, modern interior of the new K Street restaurant.

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Chamber Dance Project hosted a swinging afterparty to celebrate the kickoff of the company’s new season.

Guests sipped cocktails and mingled with the dancers after their opening-night performance.

Diane DeFranco and Maryellen Sobin

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Chad Mizbull and Kat Kimball with Chris and Christian Taylor-Low

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St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2015 | 11:30 A.M. – 2 P.M. NEIMAN MARCUS MAZZA GALLERIE | WASHINGTON, D.C. Tis year’s event will feature a full runway fashion show

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Make a run for it, Washington WoMen, in four-inch heels! by kate glassman bennett

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were a woman. It was a dark, dark time.

But then the gods of Netflix smiled down on us.

This is a rare jump-start we’ve been given. We may not be New York or Paris yet, but thanks to the oh-so-chic leads of Scandal, House of Cards, Madame Secretary, Veep, and other Washington-set shows, at least we have a Louboutin-clad foot in the door, and we’re going to rise to the occasion. “Do people really dress like that in DC?” curious viewers now ask with incredulity. Surely, we must.

So let’s take a page from Ms. Pope and rebrand ourselves with the country’s biggest and best makeover. “Of course, America, we’re as fashionable as it gets.

Take a stroll through CityCenter and see our duds at Hermès, Burberry, Vince, Carolina Herrera, Zadig & Voltaire.” Yes, ladies and gentlemen, we have arrived. CF

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It started as a murmur, a rumor whispered among friends, a secret about Washington that would soon be revealed to the whole world: Our city has style. The eyes of millions were upon us as the nation’s capital shed its reputation as a sartorial wasteland, a place where fashion goes to die, and it all began with a woman named Olivia Pope.

Olivia told Claire Underwood, and Claire told Elizabeth McCord, who passed the word to Selina Meyer, and like wildfire the best-dressed buzz spread through the channels of popular culture and into the halls of reality. Until, here we are. A new sensibility has emerged in Washington when it comes to the clothes we wear and the women who wear them.

If ever there were a time to represent, it’s now. Ditch the St. John suits, donate the preppy patterned blouses, bid the headbands adieu, shred the nude pantyhose— and whatever you do, burn those sensible shoes. You know the ones—not quite a heel, not quite a flat, Mary Jane strap, soles of two-inch black rubber, texturized to prevent slippage. Yes, those. The calling card of Capitol Hill. Women of Washington, demand more from your footwear! You think Claire Underwood could kick as much ass in a sandal? Would Olivia greet Fitz for a backroom make-out session in a clog? They’re showing us the way—make a run for it, and do it in four-inch pumps!

Realistically, it should have taken decades for us to shift the tide of trends and climb to the level of style sophistication enjoyed by other cosmopolitan cities. Being labeled experts in dull, sexless separates and shoulder-padded jackets was something we couldn’t avoid. We were a town where traditional menswear ruled and women dressed the way they thought a man would dress if he

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