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We’re weeks away from the annual FotoWeekDC— one of the country’s most imaginative and wideranging photography festivals—and if ever there were an opportunity to connect with local photographers and immerse oneself in regional art with
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global purpose, this is it. In anticipation of this year’s festival, District dwellers have had the unique opportunity to see their city through a new lens, both literally and figuratively, with FotoDC’s Faces & Places of DC competition. The
photography contest explores the sights of the city around every corner, from the iconic monuments that have been photographed a million times to the tuckedaway treasures you have to know to find. You can see a selection of winners and runners-up above: Some
submissions capture the calm light of DC in all its majesty, others its beautifully alive energy. While we can look forward to seeing a tremendous variety of photographs at FotoWeekDC’s more than 150 exhibits, programs, and panels—many of them
taking place at this year’s hub, the National Geographic Museum—the images above do share one thing in common: They reveal the nation’s city as its denizens see it from behind the camera. FotoWeekDC takes place November 12–20; fotodc.org.
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FIT FOR A KING Superstar chef Eric Ziebold wants to give diners a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
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SCENE 29 // FIT FOR A KING Get the royal treatment at Eric Ziebold’s ultra-fine dining spot Métier.
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COURT, CAMERA, COUTURE! Legal analyst John Burns tells us what he wears in and out of the courtroom.
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FEAST YOUR EYES Leaf-peeping and top-notch dining? Yes, please!
Cotton & Reed adds a dash of island flavor to the DC distilling scene.
32 // THE POWER OF THREE Mark your calendars and prep your Instagrams: A trifecta of not-to-be-missed shows hits the District this fall.
34 // A DOG DAY NIGHT With a Tony-winning play bound for DC, Simon Stephens tells us why he’s not kicking back and counting his trophies.
36 // MEN AT WORK Three Washingtonians at the top of their game tell us about getting there, staying there, and what’s next.
38 // SUGAR AND SPICE Sip, don’t shoot! The new batch of tequilas grows up.
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74 40 // ALL THE WORLD’S A FAIR Ab-fab global art fest Art Basel Miami Beach greets its 15-year anniversary.
BOYS TOWN Game, set, match! Menswear this season runs to athleisureinspired separates.
42 // PICTURES PERFECT Get reeled in with movies and more at Virginia’s annual Middleburg Film Festival.
44 // SCEnE: THE GUIDE Capitol File’s inside track to the ultimate dining and entertainment in DC.
STYLE 51 // VIVA ROMA! Couture kaiser Karl Lagerfeld marshals Fendi—the Italian capital’s high fashion temple—into its 10th decade.
54 // CHECK YOURSELF Why should lumbersexuals have all the fun? Here’s how to play with plaid this fall.
56 // READY, JET SET, GO! Bid adieu to standard travel with Rimowa and Moncler’s über-fab luggage collab.
58 // KInG PInS It’s the smallest pieces—what’s in a pocket, on a wrist, flicked between the fingers—that make the biggest impression.
Legal analyst and man-about-town John Burns dishes on his go-to style spots.
64 // STYLE: THE GUIDE Capitol File’s handbook to looking and feeling your best in the District!
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62 // COURT, CAMERA, COUTURE!
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CATWALK KITCHEN Richard T. Anuszkiewicz brings fashion into the interiors he designs.
CAPITOL COOL In-the-know realtor Gary Jankowski shares his top spots on the Hill.
SPACE
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For Seth Meyers, this election year is the gift that keeps on giving. To show his appreciation, he’s bringing Late Night to DC.
Richard T. Anuszkiewicz takes a fashion-forward approach to design.
74 // BOYS TOWN In the not-so-gray area between tailoring and athleisure is where the well-suited dudes hang.
86 // CRYSTAL CLEAR Atelier Swarovski collaborates with the world’s leading design talents for its debut home collection.
88 // HOUSE PARTY Furniture titan Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams gets festive with a luxe new collection.
89 // SPIN STYLE DC’s latest nightclub is elevating the look of the music lounge.
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90 // CAPITOL COOL In-the-know realtor Gary Jankowski highlights his favorite spots on the Hill.
92 // FEAST YOUR EYES Leaf-peep on your way to dinner at these top-notch Virginia restaurants.
94 // HOME OF THE FUTURE Smart homes are getting smarter every day. A.B.E. Networks’ COO, Christian A. Vives, tells us how to keep up.
96 // OUTPACE THE COMPETITION Roll like a digital dignitary in the Jaguar F-Pace.
98 // WHAT’S OLD IS NEW! DC’s oldest neighborhood navigates life in a revitalized city.
100 // SPACE: THE GUIDE Capitol File’s inn-side look at beautiful living in the District.
FREEly SPEAking 104 // ALL THE PRESIDENT’S MEN Will it be First Gentleman Bill Clinton or a White House full of Trump sons?
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have made for an instantly insightful Letter from the Editor for our Men’s Issue. But alas, sleep deprivation is real. Fortunately, this issue requires little rest to be fully inspired. Each year, as we pore over the most exciting projects and influential profiles of the city’s leading men, we re-learn just how deep the talent and ingenuity in Washington runs. This year was no exception. From Washington Redskin Ryan Kerrigan, outspoken journalist Michael Wilbon, and educator Josh Bernstein to all the entrepreneurs (we’re looking at you, Cotton & Reed guys), stellar chefs (in this issue, Eric Ziebold), developers, style
setters, tech gurus, and interior designers that make our city great, we profile the guys who are giving DC what they’ve got... and then some! Even cover star Seth Meyers is bringing his talent to our town, broadcasting Late Night live for a week from Warner Theater. Washington may no longer be an “old boys’ club” (for evidence, see Capitol File’s annual Women’s Issue), but it’s certainly not short on men making a difference. So grab a glass of tequila on the rocks (yes, that’s a delicious thing now! See page 38), kick back, and flip through these pages to meet some of the city’s best. Cheers!
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As I sIt down to wrIte thIs letter, it’s barely 7 am the Wednesday after Labor Day, and my sweet, wiggly nine-week-old Magnolia is noisily entertaining herself in the bouncer at my feet. Most days I can’t imagine her beyond the given moment, but recently I overheard my husband giving her what I assume is the fairly standard “no dating on my watch” spiel and I laughed at the idea of my tall, thin, ultra-kindhearted man laying down the law for some 16-year-old boy of the future. Looking back, I wish that laugh had lingered and led to a thoughtful reflection on men today, which would in turn
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It’s October of an election year, and all I want to do is get up on my soapbox and scream to the top of the Capitol about how sick and tired I am of the crazy. I think everyone probably agrees with me regardless of their political affiliation. But we restrain ourselves on a daily basis because we are Washingtonians. We are strong and smart and know better. And we also know that, while screaming won’t change things, our actions can make all the difference. Not only is it election season, but it is also the beginning of the fall social season, and there are plenty of galas and events where we can put our heads down, get to work, and do the right thing. We can take that negative energy and vent our frustrations through doing good and giving back. That is the true meaning of service and sacrifice. It is the real grassroots campaigning. I have to admit that fall has
some of my favorite fundraising events. I get to share in the work of many organizations whose teams of people are real community organizers who create awareness and raise funds for causes all over DC. I recently enjoyed the Washington Redskins Welcome Home Luncheon and the Washington Redskins Runway Show. Talk about a cause that inspires the players, their wives, and the fan base. It is amazing what Jane Rodgers is doing for young people in DC! And of course, since fall fashion is top of mind, St. Jude’s hosted their Heart of Fashion runway show and silent auction at Neiman Marcus Mazza Gallerie, which was a fabulous yet moving afternoon. As we move into October, the Children’s National Board of Visitors celebrates its Care for Kids Fundraiser, which kicks off on October 19 at Tysons Galleria. Everyone buy
a card and go shopping… it benefits the Children’s National Health System! Two of my favorite galas coming up are Capital Caring’s A Night in Havana at The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner, a not-to-bemissed event, and Rock Creek Conservancy’s annual gala Urban Wild, which will feature tastings from some of DC’s hottest chefs! The next time I write to you, we will be heading into the holidays and we will have elected our next president. Maybe he/she will get off their soapbox, roll up their sleeves, and behave like real grassroots Washingtonians and give back!
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Brad Nierenberg
Clyde Tuggle
Randall Kremer
Johnny Spero
Jonah Kim
Dr. Mark Franke
Brad Jenkins
Rupert W. Scofield
Greg Vakiner
Kit Hickey
Lucia Castellano
Pascal Forotti
Bob Bechek
Michael Schlow
John V. Faraci Jr.
Brant Snyder
John Sanbrailo
Michel Richard
Ryan Seelbach
Mark G. Meadows
David Strauss
Ronnie Cho
Martin Weinstein
Vinoda Basnayake
Tiago Peixoto
Alex Robinson
Gary Jankowski
Barack Obama
David Beebe
Brad Parscale
Harley White
Keith Sellars
Christopher Finlay
Peter Alexander
Alex Levin
Bo Blair
Jared Kushner
Jim Murphy
Brian Ferguson
Michael Smith
Yves Samake
Ash Carter
David Litt
Jeh Johnson
Jay Walker
Eric Lund
Conrad Martin
Theodore H. Kattouf
Barnette R. Holston Jr.
Paul Ryan
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Bela Aggarwal, Ashley Bronczek, and Kristin Checci
Eunnice Eun and Sela Collins
Diane Brown, Martha Slagle, Ken Downing, and Jocelyn Greenan
Neiman Marcus Mazza Gallerie hosted a luncheon to welcome Neiman Marcus Fashion Director Ken Downing to DC. Following the intimate luncheon, Downing talked to guests about fall 2016 trends, and offered tips on how to update their wardrobes.
Daniel and Tori Murphy
Annette and Theodore N. Lerner
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Rachel James, April Yvonne, and Elaine Mensah
Jillian Chung, Chong Stavins, and Beatrix Sevilla
Amanda and Tanner Roark
Danny and Sarah Espinosa
NATIONALS DREAM GALA Nationals players, coaches, and guests celebrated the “Power of Baseball” at the 11th annual Dream Gala, held at the Marriott Marquis Washington, DC. As the primary fundraiser for the Nationals Dream Foundation, the event netted more than $400,000 for the foundation’s initiatives focused on academics, arts, nutrition, and sports for children and teens in the Washington, DC region. Guests bid on items including autographed paintings and memorabilia from Max Scherzer’s two no-hitters in 2015.
Marla Lerner Tanenbaum and Mark D. Lerner
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Dave Williams and Ellen Kidwell with Kate and Richard Pineda
Tom Moorehead and Jerry Snow
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Scott Wilsen, Joe Turchiarolo, and Dimitri Galanis
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Liljenquist & Beckstead Jewelers celebrated the exclusive presentation of the Rolex Baselworld 2016 watches at their McLean location. One of only 14 jewelers in the US to showcase this prestigious collection, Liljenquist & Beckstead invited guests to view the new line while enjoying hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, and a luxury car display.
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Karen Jackson, Sheila C. Johnson, and Dr. Bill Ballhaus
David O’Connor, Phillip Dutton, Maya Black, Lauren Kieffer, Clark Montgomery, and Boyd Martin
GREAT MEADOWS INTERNATIONAL Great Meadows hosted the final preparation trials for the Land Rover US Eventing Team horse and rider combinations that represented the United States in the Olympics in Rio. This two-day competition, supported by Land Rover, Salamander Resort, and Adequan, featured dressage, show jumping, and cross-country events.
Helen McDonald, Darrin Mollett, and Jim Wolf
Clark Montgomery during the stadium jumping event
Doug Barnes and Jacqueline B. Mars
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Becky Schergens and Sonya Brown
The Belmont-Paul Women’s Equality National Monument, formerly the SewallBelmont House, celebrated its annual Alice Awards Luncheon in the museum’s garden. The National Woman’s party honored Senators Barbara Boxer and Shelley Moore Capito with the Alice Award for their work in breaking barriers for women.
Senator Shelley Moore Capito, Lucy Calautti, and Senator Barbara Boxer
Shannon Strang and Sixto Mercado
Chaza and Sam Samaras
Sonya Singh, Derek Koenig, and Camille Boennec
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Ambassador Abdullah Al-Saud and Debby McGinn
Yacine Allaoua and Marilia Rojas
Alyona Dotsey and Marlena Kenney
POLTRONA FRAU IN GEORGETOWN The newest design showroom in Georgetown, Poltrona Frau hosted a cocktail party to celebrate its recently opened location. Guests shopped the collection—featuring the finest in Italian design and such brands as Cassina and Cappelini—while sampling hors d’oeuvres and sipping cocktails.
David Zein and Ellen Sheehan
PHOTOGRAPHY BY KATARINA PRICE PHOTOGRAPHY (ALICE AWARDS); JAI WILLIAMS (POLTRONA FRAU). OPPOSITE PAGE: PHOTOGRAPHY BY RICH KESSLER (CHAMBER DANCE PROJECT, SISTER CITIES INTERNATIONAL)
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Dianne Lipsey and Representative Cynthia Lummis
Elinor Steele, Peggy Cifrino, Suzy Jacobs, and Caleb Shreve
Lya Karn, Diane Coburn Bruning, and Joe Laukaitis
Maureen MacFadden, Jenny Wallace, and Nancy Ordway
CHAMBER DANCE PROJECT’S OPENING NIGHT Chamber Dance Project held its opening night of Ballet & Brass at the Lansburgh Theatre with a performance that included world premieres by choreographers Diane Coburn Bruning, Victor Adebusola, and Jennifer Archibald. A post-performance afterparty with the artists was held in the Paris Ballroom at The Hotel Monaco.
Beth Kohlhoss, Charo Abrams, Janet Shatz Snyder, and Piper Larson
Ashley Murphy, Sarah Massey, and Jacob Bush
Katie and Wally Cooney
Melanie Soley and Ryan Hayes
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Jeannette Ward and Leslie Neeley
Sarah Hillware, Sarah Heck, Louis Miranda, Heather Wild, Andy Rabens, Anastasia Dellaccio, Rod Carrasco, Fran Holuba, and Lindsey Mask
SISTER CITIES 60TH ANNIVERSARY
Sanya Kangasharju and David Van Ongevalle
Sister Cities International, a nonprofit citizen diplomacy network that creates and strengthens partnerships between the US and international communities, held the opening reception for its annual conference and 60th anniversary celebration at the Japanese Ambassador’s residence. Evening attendees included such VIPs as Ambassador Kenichirō Sasae, Sister Cities CEO Mary Kane, and Special Assistant to the President Courtney Beale.
Fumyko Tatemichi, Wataru Tozawa, and Arika Aizama
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Erin Liberatore and Kerry O’Riordan
Isabel Harris and Maggie Coleman
Higher Logic and Barbara Hawthorn Interiors hosted an open house reception at Higher Logic in Arlington, featuring pieces by local artist Laura Gunn. Guests enjoyed Gunn’s artwork, including a variety of acrylics, fabrics, and commissioned pieces.
Marina Devalia, Caitlin Struhs, and Yulia Koryakina
Diana Villarreal and Rosemary Tran Lauer
Jena Colon and Rebekah Pizana Tone Moore, Carole Stadfield, and Pat Horvath
Reggie Cooper, Sebastien Marquet, Sheila C. Johnson, David Greenhill, and Isabelle Truchon
SALAMANDER TURNS THREE!
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An intimate crowd was invited to celebrate Salamander Resort & Spa’s third anniversary with the destination’s owner, Sheila C. Johnson. Guests toasted the occasion with a cake-cutting ceremony led by Johnson herself and Executive Pastry Chef Jason Reeves.
Gina Zaffino with Dan and Margaret Bicz
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“Everyone, at least once in their life, wants to be treated like a king or queen,” says chef and restaurateur Eric Ziebold of the inspiration behind his newest restaurant, Métier, in Shaw. With its seven-course, $200 tasting menu, Métier resides beneath Kinship, an à la carte spot also run by Ziebold and wife Célia Laurent. If Kinship is a once-a-week affair, then Métier is more like once-alifetime. “What everyone has been commenting on so far is the level of intimacy,” says the chef of the 36-seat restaurant. That impression carries through with the menu, which reads like chapters in Ziebold’s life. The first course—a “loaded baked potato with caviar”— comes from a dish he once served for the prime minister of Japan. Dessert is a shortcake recipe inspired by Ziebold’s mother, and dinner concludes with a tableside roasting of marshmallow ice cream to accompany—what else— s’mores. The most exciting dish is a poached Alaskan halibut— buttery-rich, with a full-bodied taste of the sea—served in a bowl designed to look like a sea urchin shell. Says Ziebold, “Our goal is to whet your appetite… while also stimulating your senses.” 1015 Seventh St. NW, 202-737-7500; metierdc.com
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That’s his métier: Star chef Eric Ziebold (above right) offers diners an elevated experience at his new 36-seat restaurant, where jackets are required. He’s bringing back the Parker House rolls so beloved at his old spot, CityZen, and new favorites include the canapés (top) and a buttery-rich Alaskan halibut (right).
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SCENE SPOTLIGHT “we don’t use a lot of sugar. we really want the flavors— like dried lime and botanicals— to speak the loudest.” —reed walker
the Rum Runners By Tim Ebner
Jordan Cotton and Reed Walker are two former NASA space contractors turned rum runners, who are now on a mission to change the way we look at liquor. The duo are opening Cotton & Reed in northeast DC, adjacent to Union Market, and they’re bottling three different spirits: a white rum, a spiced rum, and an allspice dram (a rum-based liqueur). “Our product is different because we don’t use a lot of sugar, as you see in traditional Caribbean and Brazilian rums,” Walker says. “We have four different sugar sources, and we use them lightly. We really want the flavor ingredients—things like dried lime and botanicals—to speak the loudest. I’m excited about our spiced 30 capitolfile-magazine.com
rum, which has the fall flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.” The space is also sure to please. The 3,300-squarefoot distillery is divided by a glass wall leading to a bar and tasting room. That’s where you’ll find head bartender Lukas Smith, previously from Jack Rose and Dram & Grain, dreaming up tiki drinks and carbonated cocktails, offered on draft. “We want to push the tiki and soda trends further,” Walker says. “This is a distillery that’s also about cocktails. We want people to come here and experience our tasting program, but the main goal is to operate both as a distillery and a bar.” 1330 Fifth St. NE, 650-302-1487; cottonandreed.com
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Cane-do philosophy (above): Jordan Cotton (left) and Reed Walker are making rums that honor the deep flavor profile of sugarcane. here: Cotton & Reed’s distillery serves up rumcentric cocktails.
Photography by Will Matsuda (walker); Tamon George (dropper)
Cotton & Reed adds a dash of island flavor to the DC Distilling Scene.
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the power of three Mark your calendars and prep your InstagraMs: a trIFecta oF not-to-Be-MIssed sHoWs HIts tHe dIstrIct tHIs Fall.
On September 30, after a two-year, $60-million closure, the National Gallery of Art’s angular East Building (Constitution Ave. NW and Sixth St. NW, 202-737-4215; nga.gov) finally reopened to the public. Although the beloved exterior, designed by I.M. Pei, remains unchanged, the refreshed interiors include 12,250 square feet of exhibition space complete with a rooftop sculpture garden, where Katharina Fritsch’s 15-foot cobalt cockerel Hahn/Cock keeps watch over Pennsylvania Avenue. While the reopening is cause for celebration, the West Building is set to make some joyful noise of its own with “Stuart Davis: In Full Swing” (November 20, 2016 through March 5, 2017). The show unites 100 of Davis’s jazzinspired paintings, the loose, rhythmic style of which challenged the severity of midcentury Abstract Expressionism. Born in Philadelphia in1892, Davis so itched to paint that he ditched high school for the neon, nightclubs, and nonstop movement of the Big Apple. His signatures— text, commercial objects, and bold colors—later fueled Pop artists, including Andy
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this page: photography courtesy of NatioNal MuseuM of WoMeN iN the arts. opposite page: iMage courtesy of heller gallery, photo by tiM thayer/robert heNsleigh (planned industrial community); photography © estate of stuart Davis/liceNseD by vaga, NeW york, Ny (colonial cubism)
By Kate GiBBs
Warhol and Jasper Johns. The Renwick Gallery (Pennsylvania Ave. NW and 17th St. NW, 202-633-7970; renwick.americanart.si.edu), the Smithsonian Institution’s museum of American craft, also reopened recently, after a two-year renovation, with “Wonder,” an Instagrammer’s paradise of nine different installations. This season, camera-phone obsessives will be intrigued by “Vision and Revisions: Renwick Invitational 2016” (September 9, 2016 through January 8, 2017). The gallery’s seventh biennial unites four young artists who consider themes of decay using materials ranging from bone to ceramics and techniques as diverse as metalsmithing and 3-D printing. Steven Young Lee’s collapsing porcelains, especially, are ready for “like” after “like.” A few blocks away at the National Museum of Women in the Arts (1250 New York Ave. NW, 202783-5000; nmwa.org), “No Man’s Land” (September 30, 2016 through January 8, 2017) is a provocative assembly from the Miami-based Rubell Family Collection. Each of the large-scale paintings and sculptures—by 37 artists from 15 countries, including Carrie Mae Weems and Lisa Yuskavage—considers the female form. Explains NMWA Associate Curator Virginia Treanor: “The title intentionally plays upon the traditional definition of the term as a physical tract of land controlled by no ‘man,’ while at the same time highlighting the inherently gendered vocabulary of the English language.” We dare you to look away.
Exhibits A+! A riot of in-your-face work makes its way to DC this fall, including (clockwise from opposite page) Shinique Smith’s Menagerie at the National Museum of Women in the Arts; Norwood Viviano’s Planned Industrial Community at the Renwick Gallery; and Stuart Davis’s Colonial Cubism at the National Gallery of Art.
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a dog day night
After receiving countless offers to adapt his bestselling novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time for the stage, Mark Haddon asked Simon Stephens to do it instead. “I was very, very flattered and fascinated,” says the 45-year-old playwright. “I loved the book before I met Mark. I love the humanity of it and the wisdom and the wit. Also, I wanted to write something that my kids could come and see. My plays are normally so dark!” It wasn’t an easy task. The novel’s hero, Christopher Boone, is a 15-yearold math prodigy with autism who tries to solve the mystery of who killed his neighbor’s dog. His dispassionate inner monologue—keenly observant, strangely tender, and very funny—is one of the book’s triumphs, and translating it to the stage was the creative team’s central challenge. Marianne Elliott’s production manages the feat with dazzling projections, intricate choreography, and of course, Stephens’s expert book. The show ended up winning five Tony awards. Curious Incident is coming to the Kennedy Center as part of its victory tour, but the playwright hasn’t let the success get to him. He sees theater as a perfectly imperfect art form—something very true to life. “I kind of think all theater is failure. Just like all life is failure, really. Nobody at the end of life looks back on it and goes, ‘Yep, pretty much nailed that,’” laughs Stephens. “I think as an artist if you feel too profound a sense of success then you should probably just stop.” October 5–23, 2700 F St. NW, 202-467-4600; kennedy-center.org
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Life of the mind: “My impulse was just to tell the story—to define Christopher, not by his condition, not by his neurology, but by the things that he did,” says Simon Stephens of the autistic protagonist (shown) of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time. “I was interested in Christopher the person, not Christopher the condition.”
PhotograPhy by Joan Marcus
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“Newspapers—ThaT’s my soul. If you ask me whaT I do, I’ll Tell you I hosT a show oN TV eVery day. If you ask me whaT I am, I’m goINg To Tell you I’m a sporTswrITer.” —michael
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Plenty to say: Outspoken ESPN host and sports journalist Michael Wilbon prepares for a live interview (above).
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this page and opposite: photography by andrew Markowitz photography (top left); hyonsMith (top center); courtesy of © explorer at large (bottoM right); Mike windle/getty iMages for espn (bottoM center); courtesy of ryan kerrigan’s blitz for the better foundation (bottoM left)
Tackling the issues: Redskins linebacker Ryan Kerrigan assembles Build-a-Bears with children from Inova Children’s Hospital (below).
men at work three Washingtonians at the top of their game tell us about getting there, staying there, and What’s next. by aMy MoelleR
Michael Wilbon
On the move: Explorer At Large founder Josh Bernstein learns about invasive species from Smithsonian Environmental Research Center biologist Rob Aguilar (below).
Sportswriter and TV host of ESPN’s Pardon the Interruption How do you stay at the top of a constantly changing industry? “Evolve with it. Storytelling is fundamental for people who do it well—whether in the Washington Post, Vice Media, television, Twitter, or Facebook.” You’ve set the bar high for yourself. “I was 20 when I was an intern [at the Washington Post]. I worked for Ben Bradlee and alongside some of the greatest journalists in the world. You don’t come down.” Who should people be reading right now? “George Will. This year, he’s got a lot to say about Donald Trump—much of it harsh, much of it critical, all of it brilliant.” You’re very outspoken. “People say, ‘I love it because you’re objective.’ No, I’m not. I have a point of view about most everything. If you don’t want that person trying to persuade you about what to think about the news of the day, then turn somewhere else. It’s not authentic.” Best advice: “Pay attention to the people whose work you admire and do what they do.” Ryan KeRRigan
“You can watch me tag sharks in one episode, explore tombs in another, and rappel over a cliff in a third.” —josh
bernstein
Washington Redskins linebacker, Blitz for the Better Foundation founder DC: “I absolutely love it. It’s the place that I’ve made home, even in the off-season.” His new hometown: “We don’t have [MLB or NHL] teams in Indiana, so I immediately adopted the Nats and the Caps. I’m still loyal to my Pacers, but I root for the Wizards when they’re not playing the Pacers.” DC eats: “I really love Filomina in Georgetown and Bourbon Steak.” Being a role model: “If something
means enough to you, you’ll make the appropriate decisions. I want to be seen as a good Samaritan, a good member of the community, someone that kids can look up to, but at the same time still be seen as a normal person... because I am.” Best advice: “Don’t do something your mom wouldn’t want you doing.” About Blitz for the Better: “Special needs children are close to my heart, because I have a cousin who has autism. We want to brighten their day and provide resources to their families.” Josh beRnstein
Explorer, History and Discovery Channels host-turned-educator Exploration: “I became a professional traveler and explorer in 2004 and haven’t looked back. It’s about pursuing a desire to experience something new.” What’s next: “Explorer At Large is a curiositydriven media platform. Similar to my work at the networks, I’ll be hosting the show as we travel the world exploring things of interest. The difference is that each episode will be only five minutes long; they’re designed to be mobilefriendly. You can watch me tag sharks in one episode, explore tombs in another, and rappel over a cliff in a third.” Why DC? “Explorer At Large and the Smithsonian share a mission to educate, and we can work together to bring content to millions of people beyond the National Mall. Over the next 10 to 20 years, we’ll be creating an archive of educational media content that will hopefully change the way STEAM [Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Design, Mathematics] is taught.”
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Scene drink
sugar and spice Sip, don’t Shoot! the new batch of tequilaS growS up.
The age of añejo: As master distillers begin aging tequila longer, the rise of extra-añejos is placing Mexico’s national spirit on the top shelf amongst whiskeys and Cognacs—and in rocks glasses as straight-no-chaser sippers.
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It’s no secret that spirits aficionados have long reached for premium whiskeys and Cognacs, but high-end labels are responding to rising demand for sip-worthy tequilas with tipples of astonishing depth and flavor. From artisanal new-crop distilleries to world-famous brands, master distillers have begun barrel-aging the blue agave–based spirit for years, allowing the wood to layer rich notes of vanilla and caramel atop agave’s natural spice. But what
exactly makes for a sipping tequila? “First and foremost it cannot be fiery,” explains Tad Carducci, bar consultant and author of A Lime and a Shaker: Discovering Mexican-Inspired Cocktails. “But the tequila has to have an intensity of flavor, and it should offer a long, lingering finish.” Consider, for example, Dulce Vida Extra Añejo ($160 for 750 ml), aged for five years in former Napa Valley red wine barrels, which impart juicy, round, fruity notes. Meanwhile,
Herradura Selección Suprema Extra Añejo ($350) offers soft, Cognaclike flavors of stone fruit and hazelnut. And Gran Patrón Piedra ($400), the luxury brand’s first-ever extra-añejo, is a silky, rounded sipper with plenty of caramel and spice. Interest in premium tequilas is on the rise, says Chantal Martineau, tequila expert and author of How the Gringos Stole Tequila: The Modern Age of Mexico’s Most Traditional Spirit. Thanks in part to celeb-backed
brands, “people are associating tequila with sophistication and style.” Furthering that association, she says, is the the evolution of Mexican cuisine from street fare into more sophisticated dining. While these selections are delicious on their own, is it okay to mix a high-end tequila into a cocktail? “Of course!” Martineau affirms. Skip the prickly pear margaritas, she suggests, and “make a stirred, spiritforward cocktail that really lets the tequila shine.”
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ALL THE WORLD’S A FAIR Sweet Basel! Last year’s fair included artwork from Alighiero Boetti (HERE), Paul McCarthy (RIGHT), and Alexander Calder and Frank Stella (BOTTOM LEFT, FROM FOREGROUND).
The 2015 fair included a Pope.L performance (ABOVE LEFT) and film screenings (ABOVE)—not to mention gallery-going galore.
As it moves into its middle teens, blue chip art fair Art Basel Miami Beach’s position in the global art world has never been higher. “Every show is marked by the high quality of galleries participating,” says Art Basel’s Director Americas, Noah Horowitz. “However, this year also affords an opportunity to look back at the show’s past 15 years and its tremendous impact on Miami and international engagement with the art scenes across the Americas.” Beginning with by-invitation-only VIP events on November 30—which bring out major-league collectors—and opening to the public on December 1, ABMB will bring together 270 galleries from 30 countries. The five-day fest also anticipates more than 77,000 visitors, including the usual boldfaced names (with bank accounts to match), such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Tommy Hilfiger, and Sean “Diddy” Combs. As the fair has grown so has its distinct sectors, which currently include Galleries, Nova, Positions, Survey, Edition, Film, Kabinett, and Public, featuring outdoor installations and larger-scale works. In addition to world-famous galleries like Gagosian and Marian Goodman, ABMB also welcomes 22 first-time exhibitors. “We have some very exciting galleries participating in the Miami Beach show for the first time,” says Horowitz, “from Gaga Fine Arts in Mexico and Leo Xu Projects in China to Galerie Greta Meert in Belgium and Galleria d’Arte Maggiore G.A.M in Italy, [as well as] Di Donna and Callicoon Fine Arts in New York and Marc Selwyn Fine Art and Various Small Fires in Los Angeles.” Better together—and in Miami! November 30 through December 4, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach; artbasel.com/miami-beach
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pictures perfect get reeled in with movies and more at virginia’s annual middleburg film festival. By Stephanie Green
Middleburg prides itself on its sleepy charm, but every fall a little Hollywood razzle-dazzle comes to town. Starting October 20, more than 20 films, from foreign dramas to wonky documentaries, will be screened at the Middleburg Film Festival, many of them at festival mastermind Sheila Johnson’s Salamander Resort & Spa (salamanderresort.com). Serious Oscar contenders are expected again this year—Spotlight, last year’s winner for best picture, made its regional debut here. Even with such high-profile credits, “the atmosphere is relaxed and intimate,” explains Johnson, a self-described movie buff who coproduced Lee Daniels’ The Butler. “From screenings to wine tastings, farm-to-table dinners, and great parties—or simply strolling through the picturesque town— there’s so much to enjoy.” In that spirit, here are some time-out tips: dine: Village chronicler Vicky Moon, author of The Middleburg Mystique, recommends the coffee and business-card swapping and free Wi-Fi at Middleburg Common Grounds (middleburg commongrounds.com). There’s also
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Upper Crust (540-687-5666), which Moon describes as an “old-fashioned bakery with ‘cow puddle’ cookies and the best chicken salad in town.” She also suggests a trip to nearby Upperville (home of Buchanan Hall, where several screenings will take place) and a stop at Hunter’s Head Tavern (huntersheadtavern.com) for a pint and some shepherd’s pie. drink: Salamander’s bustling Gold Cup Wine Bar is a good starting place—keep your eyes peeled for celebs. Oenophiles will be in heaven with all the vineyards. No trip to the area is complete without visiting Mt. Defiance Cidery & Distillery (mtdefiance.com). watch: Our picks are the Oscarbuzzy La La Land, starring Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone; Lion, with Dev Patel; American Pastoral, directed by Ewan McGregor; Toni Erdmann; and The Eagle Huntress. And when the movies are over in Middleburg—the horse and hunt capital of the nation—don’t forget to ride off into the sunset. It’s a wrap! Middleburg Film Festival runs October 20–23; middleburgfilm.org. .
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Cinema society: The Middleburg Film Festival offers a weekend of sights, sounds, and tastes, including (clockwise from far left) tastings at Mt. Defiance Cidery & Distillery; celeb sightings, like Meg Ryan (shown here with festival head Sheila Johnson) at last year’s world premiere of Ryan’s film Ithaca; intimate conversations, like this one with filmmaker Catherine Hardwicke; and dinner at the festival’s hub, Salamander Resort & Spa.
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all purpose An Italian-meetsJersey-style pizzeria from the owners of Red Hen and Boundary Stone, helmed by chef Michael Friedman. 1250 9th St. NW, 202-849-6174; allpurposedc.com
ameriCa eats taVern A José Andrés restaurant inspired by American history at The Ritz-Carlton Tysons Corner. 1700 Tysons Blvd., McLean, 703-744-3999; america eatstavern.com
BaD saint A buzzy, highly acclaimed Filipino favorite. 3226 11th St. NW; badsaintdc.com
BeuChert’s saloon A casual farm-to-table restaurant in the Eastern Market neighborhood of Capitol Hill. 623 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, 202-733-1384; beuchertssaloon.com
Cafe saint ex A contemporary French-American neighborhood café and bar on 14th Street. 1847 14th St. NW, 202-265-7839; saint-ex.com
Chez franCois A romantic French spot in Virginia. 332 Springvale Road, Great Falls, 703-759-3800; lauberge chezfrancois.com
ConViVial Cedric Maupillier’s French-American bistro is famous for its burgers and decadent fare. 801 O St. NW, 202-5252870; convivialdc.com
the DaBney Seasonal fare by Jeremiah Langhorne in Shaw’s Blagden Alley. 122 Blagden Alley NW, 202-450-1015; thedabney.com
Daikaya DC’s favorite ramen tucked into a tiny Chinatown spot. 705 6th St. NW, 202-589-1600; daikaya.com
DBGB Daniel Boulud’s DC outpost, serving French-American fare and an acclaimed selection of burgers.
CityCenterDC, 202-6957660; dbgb.com/dc
St. NW, 202-232-0920; ettodc.com
Del Campo
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Victor Albisu’s Latininspired steakhouse in Chinatown. 777 I St. NW, 202-289-7377; delcampodc.com
A Mediterranean oasis, perfect for afternoon cocktails. 934 Palmer Alley NW, 202-5595004; figandolive.com
eDDie V’s prime seafooD
the GiBson
Seafood and steaks in an upscale Tysons Corner setting. 7900 Tysons One Place, McLean, 703-442-4523; eddiev.com
eno Wine Bar A trendy wine bar in the heart of Georgetown. 2810 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, 202-295-2826; enowinerooms.com
espita mezCaleria Authentic mezcal, tacos, and mole in a hip Shaw eatery. 1250 Ninth St. NW, 202-621-9695; espitadc.com
etto Gourmet pizza in a casual setting. 1541 14th
DC faves: Young talents like Kate Lindsey, shown here in WCO’s March concert of La Favorite, have gotten a boost from the company.
A speakeasy-style cocktail lounge. 14th St. NW, 202 232-2156; thegibsondc.com
il Canale restaurant Classic Italian and Neapolitan pizza. 1065 31st St. NW, 202-3374444; ilcanale.com
iron Gate An historic restaurant serving Greek and Italian small plates with local ingredients. 1734 N St. NW, 202-524-5202; irongate restaurantdc.com
Jaleo BethesDa Traditional tapas done right—and in a lively setting—by renowned Spanish-American chef
José Andrés. 7271 Woodmont Ave., Bethesda, 301-9130003; jaleo.com/ bethesda
Joe’s seafooD, prime steak & stone CraB A traditional DC steakhouse, featuring ultra fresh seafood, just blocks from the White House. 750 15th St. NW, 202-489-0140; joes.net
kaz sushi Bistro This authentic Japanese restaurant offers à la carte dining and an omakase tasting menu (starting at $85) for sushi devotees. 1915 I St. NW, 202-530-5500; kazsushi.com
kinship Eric Ziebold’s longawaited return to the fine dining scene offers contemporary American cuisine. 1015 Seventh St. NW, 202-737-7700; kinshipdc.com
voices raised! As Washington Concert Opera celebrates 30 years, artistic director Antony Walker catches us up on the company’s happenings. Give us the 411. “We present seldom-performed operas in concert versions. No sets, no costumes—it’s all about the music.” You’ve helmed WCO for 15 of its 30 years. “It’s the best job! I make artistic plans and lead on the podium, and I love championing jewels of the repertoire and singers on the cusp of great careers. Lawrence
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Brownlee, Kate Lindsey, Tamara Wilson, Lisette Oropesa—they’ve
One of DC’s favorite spots for power lunches and steak dinners. 601 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, 202-737-6200; thecapitalgrille.com
all become big names.” How are DC audiences? “Wonderful! Dedicated, enthusiastic, engaged. They energize me tremendously.” What’s next? “Massenet’s Hérodiade, with acclaimed tenor Michael Fabiano and rising star Joyce El-Khoury (November 20), then Beethoven’s Leonore (March 5) in its first DC performance. I can’t wait to share them with my adopted hometown!” Concerts take place at George Washington University’s Lisner Auditorium, 730 21st St. NW, 202-364-5826; concertopera.org
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rio to washington Four-time Olympian—and Rio silver medalist—McLain Ward tells us all about the 58th annual Washington International Horse Show, which returns to the Verizon Center this fall. How was Rio? “The Olympics are the pinnacle of our sport, and to take home another medal was very special.” You’ve competed at the WIHS since you were a kid. “Washington is one of my favorite competitions. The setting in the middle of the city is pretty rare for equestrian competition.” Tell us about your horses! “HH Azur was my Olympic horse, but she is having a rest after Rio. I’ll bring HH Carlos Z this year. He is a little horse, but he doesn’t know it. He won the Washington Grand Prix two years ago, and we will be hoping for a repeat!” October 25–30, 800745-3000; wihs.org
Le DipLomate A 14th Street corner of France. 2331 Calvert St. NW, 202-332-2331; lediplomatedc.com
Lupo VerDe Housemade pastas and charcuterie on 14th Street. 1401 T St. NW, 202-827-4752; lupoverdedc.com
maketto A hip restaurantretail-café concept, serving Cambodian and Taiwanese fare. 1351 H St. NE, 202-838-9972; maketto1351.com
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masseria by Nick stefaNeLLi Nick Stefanelli’s first solo venture, serving up coastal Italianinspired dishes in a quaint, industrial space. 1340 4th St. NE, 202-608-1330; masseria-dc.com
mastro’s An old-school
Washington steakhouse downtown. 600 13th St. NW, 202-347-1500; mastrosrestaurants.com
atmosphere. 1612 14th St. NW, 202-319-1612; pearldivedc.com
miNibar
A raw bar and other American favorites in a 1940s Hollywood glam setting. 1350 Eye St. NW, 202-796-1600; pennsylvania6dc.com
An internationally renowned dining concept by José Andrés, offering an extensive tasting menu designed to take guests on an avant-garde culinary journey. 855 E St. NW, 202-393-0812; minibar byjoseandres.com
mockiNgbirD hiLL Sherry drinking galore, by Derek Brown in Shaw. 1843 7th St. NW, 202-316-9396; drinkmoresherry.com
osteria moriNi Italian-inspired fare, including housemade pasta, on the water in Navy Yard. 301 Water St. SE, 202-484-0660; osteriamorini.com
pearL DiVe A fun local favorite for fresh seafood in a rustic-styled
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pLume at the JeffersoN DC’s only Forbes five-star restaurant, inspired by Thomas Jefferson’s kitchen gardens at Monticello. 1200 16th St. NW, 202-448-2300; plumedc.com
rasika Modern Indian cuisine in an elegant, fine-dining atmosphere. 633 D St. NW, 202-637-1222; rasikarestaurant.com
reD heN Sophisticated Italian and American favorites in the heart of Bloomingdale. 1822 First St. NW, 202-5253021; theredhendc.com
restauraNt eVe An award-winning American fine-dining establishment by chef Cathal Armstrong. 110 S. Pitt St., Alexandria, 703-706-0450; restauranteve.com
the riggsby American fare in a Mad Men-era setting, at Kimpton’s Carlyle Hotel. 1731 New Hampshire Ave. NW, 202-787-1500; theriggsby.com
rippLe Seasonal favorites in Cleveland Park, helmed by Marjorie Meek-Bradley. 3417 Connecticut Ave. NW, 202-244-7995; rippledc.com
rose’s Luxury One of the best new restaurants in the country and a Capitol Hill favorite worth the certain wait. 717 8th St. SE, 202-580-8889; rosesluxury.com
Top Chef favorite Kwame Onwuachi serves up a globally inspired, modern American tasting menu. 1544 9th St. NW; theshawbijou.com
the source An Asian-inspired, fine-dining eatery by Wolfgang Puck—the dumplings are a must. 575 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, 202-637-6100; wolfgangpuck.com
thip khao An unassuming Laotian favorite in Columbia Heights. 3460 14th St. NW, 202-387-5426; thipkhao.com
theater a christmas caroL You may as well get a head start on all that holiday cheer you’ve been meaning to feel with this musicalized version of Dickens’s story. November 17 to December 31, Ford’s Theatre, 511 Tenth St. NW, 202-347-4833; fordstheatre.org
the guLf Audrey Cefaly’s “Southern one-act play” focuses on two women who wrestle with their relationship while fishing in a flat-bottom boat in the Tensaw Delta. September 13 to November 6, Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave., Arlington, 703-820-9771; sigtheatre.org
the LittLe foxes Two-time Emmy winner
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Sushi rolls from Buredo (right) are among the eats on offer at Emporiyum.
end of November 12 and 13, with more than 95 featured vendors. The household names (Shake Shack, Momofuku Milk Bar) don’t outshine the upstarts: DC-based fa-
Jane Austen’s beloved novel gets a stage adaptation by Kate Hamill. September 13 to October 30, Folger Theatre, 201 East Capitol St. SE, 202544-4600; folger.edu
vorites such as Greenheart Juice Shop (try the nut milks!), Archer Roose (a familyowned boxed-wine company), and Fluffness (flavored cotton candy, ’nuff said). Buy tickets online so you don’t miss out; a VIP admission package grants you early entry—and eliminates some competition.
Straight white men
classical music natiOnal SymPhOny OrCheStra The “Shakespeare at the Symphony” series includes Prokofiev’s exquisite ballet Romeo and Juliet. November 3–5, Kennedy Center, 2700 F St. NW, 202-467-4600; kennedy-center.org
waShingtOn natiOnal OPera Bel canto specialist Lawrence Brownlee takes on the nine high Cs that helped make Pavarotti a household name in The Daughter
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Semiannual foodie fiesta Emporiyum returns to Union Market’s Dock5 the week-
SenSe and SenSibility
Studio Theatre dives into the identity politics fray with Young Jean Lee’s play about race and privilege. November 9 to December 12, Studio Theatre, 1501 14th St. NW, 202-332-3300; studiotheatre.org
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1309 Fifth St. NE; theemporiyum.com
of the Regiment. November 12-20, Kennedy Center, 2700 F St. NW, 202-467-4600; kennedy-center.org
GALLerIeS & MUSeUMS dtr mOdern gallery This venue offers some of the most significant privately held works by modern and contemporary artists. 2820 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, 202-338-0625; dtrmodern.com
Freer SaCkler gallerieS The Freer is closed this year for renovations, but the Smithsonian’s other museum of Asian art, the Sackler, is still open for special exhibitions and events. 1050 Independence Ave. SW, 202-6331000; asia.si.edu
kreeger muSeum More than 300 works from the late David and Carmen Kreeger’s personal collection of Impressionist and American art fill out the offerings at this private, non-profit museum. 2401 Foxhall Road NW, 202-337-3050, ext. 310; kreegermuseum.org
hemPhill Fine artS This gallery for emerging, mid-career, and established artists also assembles shows of important historical work. 1515 14th St. NW, #300, 202-234-5601; hemphillfinearts.com
hillwOOd eState, muSeum & gardenS The former estate of Marjorie Merriweather Post features both a museum and 25 acres of gorgeously landscaped gardens and outdoor
spaces. 4155 Linnean Ave. NW, 202-686-5807; hillwoodmuseum.org
natiOnal gallery OF art The US’s official art museum, gifted to the country by Andrew W. Mellon, is home to thousands of works of art from the Renaissance to the present day. Sixth and Constitution Ave. NW, 202-737-4215; nga.gov
natiOnal muSeum OF wOmen in the artS The institution finds ever ingenious ways to spotlight female artists of all nationalities and periods. 1250 New York Ave. NW, 202-7835000; nmwa.org
natiOnal POrtrait gallery This Smithsonian gallery is dedicated to portraits of people who
have made significant contributions to American history and culture. 8th St. NW & F St. NW, 202-6331000; npg.si.edu
newSeum This interactive museum uses its 15 galleries and 15 theaters to highlight the contributions of a free press to American culture. 555 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, 202-292-6100; newseum.org
the PhilliPS COlleCtiOn This modern-art museum—housed in the stately Georgian Revival home of the late Duncan and Marjorie Phillips— showcases works by Renoir, Rothko, van Gogh, and O’Keeffe in an intimate setting. 1600 21st St. NW, 202-387-2151; phillipscollection.org
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Marg Helgenberger (CSI) stars as the venal Southern matriarch of Lillian Hellman’s classic play. September 23 to October 30, Arena Stage, 1101 Sixth St. SW, 202-554-9066; arenastage.org
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*FROM THURSDAY TO SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27 TO OCTOBER 30, 2016, TWO PERCENT (2%) OF NET REVENUE (AS DEFINED BELOW), FOR UP TO A TOTAL OF USD$500,000 ON A PRO-RATA BASIS, GENERATED FROM SALES OF MERCHANDISE OF VENDORS PARTICIPATING IN THE KEY TO THE CURE PROMOTION (THE “PARTICIPATING VENDORS”) (I) AT THE SAKS FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK STORE, THE SAKS FIFTH AVENUE BEVERLY HILLS STORE AND ON SAKS.COM WILL BE DONATED TO THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY FOUNDATION (“EIF”) AND ITS PROGRAM STAND UP TO CANCER (“SU2C”) AND (II) AT THE SAKS FIFTH AVENUE QUEEN STREET TORONTO STORE, SAKS FIFTH AVENUE SHERWAY TORONTO STORE AND ON SAKS.CA WILL BE DONATED TO EIF CANADA AND ITS PROGRAM STAND UP TO CANCER CANADA (“SU2C CANADA”). IN ADDITION, ONE HUNDRED PERCENT (100%) OF GROSS REVENUE GENERATED FROM SALES OF THE KEY TO THE CURE T-SHIRTS SOLD FROM OCTOBER 1 TO OCTOBER 31, 2016 (I) AT THE SAKS FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK STORE, THE SAKS FIFTH AVENUE BEVERLY HILLS STORE AND ON SAKS.COM AND SAKSOFF5TH.COM WILL BE DONATED TO EIF/SU2C AND (II) AT THE SAKS FIFTH AVENUE QUEEN STREET TORONTO STORE, SAKS FIFTH AVENUE SHERWAY TORONTO STORE AND ON SAKS.CA AND SAKSOFF5TH.CA WILL BE DONATED TO EIF CANADA/SU2C CANADA. AS USED HEREIN AND FOR PURPOSES OF THIS PROMOTION, “NET REVENUE” SHALL MEAN GROSS REVENUE MINUS SALES TAX, DISCOUNTS, RETURNS, CREDITS, CANCELLATIONS, LOST, STOLEN OR DAMAGED MERCHANDISE AND BAD DEBT. IN ADDITION, ALL SAKS FIFTH AVENUE STORES, OTHER THAN SAKS FIFTH AVENUE NEW YORK, SAKS FIFTH AVENUE BEVERLY HILLS, SAKS FIFTH AVENUE QUEEN STREET TORONTO AND SAKS FIFTH AVENUE SHERWAY TORONTO STORE, (THE “REMAINING LOCATIONS”) WILL EACH DESIGNATE AND PARTNER WITH A LOCAL CANCER CHARITY. ANY FLAT DONATIONS RECEIVED FROM PARTICIPATING VENDORS WILL BE PAID OUT TO SUCH LOCAL CHARITIES BASED ON THE ALLOCATION FORMULA SET FORTH BELOW. IN ADDITION, TWO PERCENT (2%) OF NET REVENUES GENERATED FROM SALES OF MERCHANDISE OF PARTICIPATING VENDORS ÐFROM THURSDAY TO SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27 TO OCTOBER 30, 2016 AT THE REMAINING LOCATIONS (THE “REMAINING LOCATION NET REVENUE”) WILL BE ALLOCATED AMONG SUCH LOCAL CHARITIES BASED ON THE ALLOCATION FORMULA SET FORTH BELOW. THE ALLOCATION TO EACH LOCAL CHARITY WILL BE BASED ON ITS PARTNER STORE’S PORTION OF THE REMAINING LOCATION NET REVENUE. FOR EXAMPLE, IF STORE A IS RESPONSIBLE FOR FIVE PERCENT (5%) OF THE REMAINING LOCATION NET REVENUE, THAT STORE A’S DESIGNATED LOCAL CANCER CHARITY WILL RECEIVE FIVE PERCENT (5%) OF THE AVAILABLE DONATION (I.E. FROM ANY FLAT DONATION FROM PARTICIPATING VENDORS AND THE REMAINING LOCATION NET REVENUE). IN ADDITION, ONE HUNDRED PERCENT (100%) OF GROSS REVENUE GENERATED FROM SALES OF THE KEY TO THE CURE T-SHIRTS SOLD ÐFROM OCTOBER 1 TO OCTOBER 31, 2016 AT SUCH REMAINING LOCATION WILL BE DONATED TO SUCH STORE’S DESIGNATED LOCAL CANCER CHARITY.
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VIVA ROMA! COUTURE KAISER ARL LAGERFELD MARSHALS THE ITALIAN CAPITAL’S HIGH FASHION TEMPLE INTO ITS TENTH DECADE.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY VENTURELLI/WIREIMAGE (MODELS, JENNER); VICTOR VIRGILE/GAMMA-RAPHO VIA GETTY IMAGES (STATUE, LAGERFELD); SKETCH (COURTESY OF FENDI)
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“Fendi is Italian to its core,” says longtime creative director Karl Lagerfeld. “It’s not only Italian, it’s Roman.” The wonderfully prolific Lagerfeld, who has been at the helm of Fendi for longer than many of us have been alive— since 1965—claims it’s easy to differentiate the Italian collection from those of Chanel and his namesake label, the other two fashion houses under his direction. “I don’t have one personality, I have three,” the designer muses. “Fendi is my Italian version, Chanel my French version, and Lagerfeld is my own version. I never made something that looked like Chanel at Fendi and never made something that looked like Fendi at Chanel, because both have a [separate] identity.” There is perhaps no greater tribute to Fendi’s quintessential romanità than the staging of its 90th anniversary fashion show upon Rome’s Trevi fountain in July. Models literally walked on water—an illusion created by a clear platform placed over the newly-restored fountain and pool—revealing a collection inspired by illustrations of legends and fairy tales. “Very romantic, but modern at the same time,” says Lagerfeld of the collection, which comprised whimsical, flowing dresses, many with
Fountain of inspiration: Kendall Jenner (ABOVE RIGHT) was among the models who walked on water during Fendi’s Fall 2016 couture fashion show, which was staged on the Trevi Fountain in Rome. HERE: Karl Lagerfeld and Silvia Venturini Fendi, who oversee the brand’s designs, walk the runway. LEFT: Lagerfeld’s sketch of the fountain.
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The Fendi Five: The Fendi sisters took over the company from their parents, Adele and Edoardo, who founded it in 1926. right: The brand continues its handbag dominance with the Selleria Peekaboo bag, exclusive to the flagship boutique in Rome.
“fendi is italian to its core. it’s not only italian—it’s roman.” —karl lagerfeld
Ménage à duo: Fendi has two creative directors—Karl Lagerfeld for ready-to-wear and Silvia Venturini Fendi, the inventor of the gamechanging Baguette bag, for men’s and accessories. left: Bella Hadid in an elaborately embroidered cape.
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Botticelli-esque empire waists; white lace dresses buried in appliquéd flowers; and lavish fabrications such as lush layers of tulle and velvet—pieces that look like they hail from an enchanted forest. Part and parcel of the 90th-anniversary collection, Fendi has released a limitededition Selleria Peekaboo handbag, a one-of-a-kind accessory made entirely by hand in 60 pieces. The bag features punto baseball, or baseball stitching, a larger-form stitching technique handed down through the generations by Roman master saddlers. The Peekaboo bags are exclusively sold at the Palazzo Fendi boutique in Rome. And, if you happen to be in the Italian capital, head to the Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana, where you will find “Fendi Roma: The Artisans of Dreams” (through October 29), an exhibition that celebrates the maison’s nine decades of craftsmanship and creativity. For those who can’t make it to Rome, the short film Fendi: Hands Make Beauty, available online, highlights the brand’s evolution, and the coffee-table book Fendi Roma, a recent release from Assouline, explores Fendi’s connection with the Eternal City. Lagerfeld, now 83, says he’s still brimming with ideas and is given the freedom to create what he wants at Fendi. So expect plenty more from Italian Karl in years to come. It’s not work, he insists. “Work is when a person wakes up every morning and goes to do something they don’t like,” he says. “I have the chance of doing something I love and doing it [in] the best conditions... I’m interested in a lot of things, even more today than before. I like to change while the world is changing. That’s what fashion is all about!” Saks Fifth Avenue, 5555 Wisconsin Ave., Chevy Chase, 301-652-1094; fendi.com
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Why should lumbersexuals have all the fun? John Page, stylist manager at Sa S FiFth avenue, tells us hoW to play With plaid this fall. By Oussama Zahr
So plaid is back! How does this trend look today? Plaid is definitely back! On the runway we saw it in all different variations— from loaded-up for an edgy, young look to stand-alone pieces for a more refined look. Plaid is a traditional suiting pattern—where else are we seeing it? Strong shirting from Givenchy and Saint Laurent, cool oversized tees from Lanvin, and even
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a plaid hoodie from Balmain. Gucci has a fantastic plaid horsebit loafer that will find a home in my own closet. How should DC men incorporate it into their wardrobe? The teams at Brioni and Canali continue to give us gorgeous plaid suiting that would work in even the most rigid office dress codes. Plaid shirts are my favorite thing in the world. To pair one with a plaid jacket this fall, hit the mute
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Style tip: “The beauty of plaid is that you can pull any of the colors out to accent the jacket,” says Saks Fifth Avenue’s John Page. Rock this sport coat by Isaia ($2,895; left) with the Albany folio in bordeaux by Dunhill ($1,150; below). Cardigan ($695), shirt ($475), and denim ($495), also by Isaia.
photography by Jeff Crawford (folio); Courtesy of saks fifth avenue (model)
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button with a solid color V-neck or cardigan. What’s a standout piece this season? There is an incredible Isaia blazer with a camel, oxblood, and jade pattern. It could be worn with dress trousers and a collared shirt for a business-casual look or paired with a turtleneck—another fall trend!—and jeans for a casual evening out. How do you complete a look? I always say pick a piece and make it the star. Overall my advice is simple: Be bold! Some of my best combos were happy accidents. Saks Fifth Avenue, Mazza Gallerie, Chevy Chase, 301-657-9000; saksfifthavenue.com
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Globetrotters, rejoice: Marrying German engineering with French chic, Rimowa and Moncler’s latest luggage collab (HERE AND TOP LEFT; from $1,700) proves worthy of Moncler swear-bys like Brigitte Bardot (ABOVE) and Jackie O. (LEFT).
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF MONCLER
If Rimowa is synonymous with invincible hard-case luggage, and Moncler with impossibly chic puffer coats, then any collaboration between the two is destined for must-have status. The German-based luggage company and the French sport apparel label’s first collaboration came about in 2012, and the two are teaming up once again to introduce the Multiwheel Topas Stealth collection, combining Moncler’s sleek high-fashion style with Rimowa’s high-tech innovation. The collection boasts a lightweight gray aluminum exterior (with Rimowa’s signature grooves, of course) in three different sizes, each with a quilted camouflage fabric developed by Moncler specifically for the collection. Even better, the silenced Multiwheel gliding system, in addition to optimal functionality and maneuverability, makes for quiet traveling across any terminal or tarmac. And with accessories like footwear bags and wash bags—perfect for all of those personal possessions and TSA-approved liquids—it’s the ultimate set of luggage to get you from Aspen to the Costa Smeralda and back again. And we’re off! Moncler, CityCenterDC, 202-408-5249; moncler.com; rimowa.com
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Style accessories
it’s the smallest pieces—what’s in a pocket, on a wrist, flicked between the fingers—that make the biggest impression. PhotograPhy by Jeff Crawford Styling by faye Power
modern marvel less comic-book reader, more comic-book hero. clark kent never looked so good. Sweater vest ($475), shirt ($495), pants ($725), and tie ($185), Canali. 978 I St. NW, 202-545-6579; canali.com. Glasses, Dolce & Gabbana ($190). LensCrafters, 1130 Connecticut Ave. NW, 202331-1423; lenscrafters.com. Stainless-steel blue face timepiece, Invicta (price on request). invictawatch.com
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Styling aSSiStance by connor childerS; grooMing by JeSSica ortiZ at the Wall groUP USing aMiKa haircare; Model: MiKe SharitS at Ford ModelS; location: the SUrrey hotel, 20 e. 76th St., neW yorK, 212-288-3700; theSUrrey.coM
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citizen of the world the new jet set says throw on a coat and go—and collect your treasures along the way.
clockwise from top: Aluminum WWII clock, Restoration Hardware ($119). 1222 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-625-2771; restorationhardware.com. 18k gold authentic ancient Napoleon bezel ring, Jorge Adeler ($7,490). Tiny Jewel Box, 1155 Connecticut Ave. NW, 202-393-2747; jorgeadeler.com. 18k rose-gold 43mm hand-wound mechanical movement timepiece, Chopard ($33,530). Liljenquist & Beckstead, Tysons Galleria, 703-749-1200; chopard.com. Eyewear, Ralph Lauren ($299). 1245 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-965-0905; ralphlauren.com. Small leather notebook, Hermès ($180). CityCenter, 202-7894341; hermes.com. Wooden Perfect Pencil, Graf von Faber-Castell ($260). Fahrney’s Pens, 1317 F St. NW, 202-628-9525; graf-von-fabercastell.com. Cement “Etoile” medina deco tile ($33 per sq. ft.) and Cement “Cream” medina solid tile ($32 per sq. ft.), Exquisite Surfaces. 800-970-9798
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clockwise from left: Clermont automobile objet, Ralph Lauren ($1,595). 1245 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-9650905; ralphlaurenhome.com. Crystal sphere, Restoration Hardware ($129). 1222 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-6252771; restorationhardware.com. 9cm pocket Castell Collection pen, Graf von Faber-Castell ($150). Fahrney’s Pens, 1317 F St. NW, 202-628-9525; graf-von-faber-castell.com. Gucci Guilty Platinum Edition Pour Homme, Gucci (90ml for $88). Macy’s, 1201 G St. NW, 202-628-6661; macys.com. 18k white-gold Pierre Arpels embossed honeycomb timepiece with sculpted gold numerals, Van Cleef & Arpels ($38,900). Tysons Galleria, 703761-1600; vancleefarpels.com. Sunglasses, Emporio Armani (price on request). Sunglass Hut, 3251 M St. NW, 202-9651012; sunglasshut.com. Money clip, Montblanc ($195). Tysons Galleria, 703-734-5101; montblanc.com. Wood and leather ink blotter, Hermès ($710). CityCenterDC, 202-789-4341; hermes.com. Blackhawk desk, Restoration Hardware ($2,395). see above
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sleek lines, deco splendor, and shine: the futurist future is now.
STYLE ARBITER
COURT, CAMERA... COUTURE! LEGAL ANALYST AND MAN-ABOUT-TOWN JOHN BURNS DISHES ON HIS GO-TO STYLE SPOTS. BY AMY MOELLER
Fashion forward: “I think I might have been born in a suit. I embrace the European cut and a variety of colors. I am not a big fan of socks. I prefer to wear driving shoes or slippers with an ensemble—Versace and Salvatore Ferragamo for dress shoes.” His picks for dress shoes: Versace, Tysons Galleria, McLean, 703-448-5554; versace.com; Salvatore Ferragamo, CityCenterDC, 202-289-6610; ferragamo.com; the online Italian vendor superglamourous.it On-air must-haves: “A pocket square that pops.” His pick: Sarar, 1746 L St. NW, 202-785-0937; sararonline.com Weekend look: “Kanye West meets Tom Ford. I love ripped jeans and a long trendy T-shirt with Chelsea boots.” Grooming salon: “A cool place to make business contacts!” His pick: Grooming Lounge, 1745 L St. NW; groominglounge.com Secret weapon: “I have a sample-size bottle of cologne with me at all times. There’s no better way to make a first impression.” His pick: Aventus by Creed.
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The case for cool: Entertainment lawyer John Burns (LEFT) cites (CLOCKWISE FROM HERE) Grooming Lounge, Aventus by Creed fragrance, and Ferragamo shoes (the made-toorder pair here are $1,600) as among his style secrets.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY DREW XERON (BURNS)
John Burns’s career in entertainment law has propelled him to the big time as an on-air legal analyst. Here, he takes a break from parsing the latest in celebrity legalese to share his style insights.
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classic Italian style. CityCenterDC, 202-5456579; canali.com
patterns. Tysons Galleria, 703-245-3515; davidyurman.com
aDeler Jewelers
Carolina Herrera
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Celebrating 40 years of stunning custom jewelry. 772 Walker Road, Great Falls, 703-759-4076; adelerjewelers.com
Elegant cuts get pops of color in the designer’s jewel box of a boutique. CityCenterDC, 202-408-1921; carolinaherrera.com
ameriCan in Paris A carefully curated, traditional Frenchin-DC boutique with one-of-a-kind pieces. 1225 King St., Alexandria, 703-519-8234; anamericaninparis oldtown.com
Boone & sons This family-owned jewelry store with three locations has served DC—not to mention four White House administrations!— over the course of 40-plus years. 1025 Connecticut Ave. NW, 202-785-4653; booneandsons.com
Bottega veneta The height of understated Italian style and craftsmanship. Tysons Galleria, 703-443-3138; bottegaveneta.com
Brooks BrotHers Zac Posen brings a style evolution to the American clothier. 3077 M St. NW, 202-298-8797; brooksbrothers.com
Canali Get custom-suited with these reliable practitioners of
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Cartier Add luxury touches with fine watches, jewelry, and leather goods. 5471 Wisconsin Ave., Chevy Chase, 301-654-5858; cartier.us
CHanel The local home of the chic Parisian who started it all. Tysons Galleria, 703-8470555; chanel.com
CHarles sCHwartz & sons Jewelers Shop fine jewelry at this locally owned retailer. Mazza Gallerie, 202-3635432; charles schwartz.com
The iconic French fashion house offers ready-to-wear, jewelry, and accessories in one of DC’s most stunning boutiques. CityCenterDC, 202-408-5990; citycenterdc.com
Dominion Jewelers A three-generationsold “well-kept secret” for custom fine jewelry and accessories in northern Virginia. 917 W. Broad St., Falls Church, 703-237-3737; dominionjewelers.com
and iconic styles with fashion-savvy trends in Old Town Alexandria. 805 King St., Alexandria, 571-9823118; duchessm.com
ella rue The Georgetown consignment shop tempts its Instagram followers with an ever- rotating collection of newly acquired goodies. 3231 P St. NW, 202-3331598; ella-rue.com
ermenegilDo zegna A luxury Italian label offering men’s clothing, tailored suits, shoes, accessories, and fragrances. Tysons Galleria, 703-714-7332; zegna.com
Donna lewis
Filson
A curated collection of European luxury goods. 309 Cameron St., Alexandria, 703-548-2452; donnalewisusa.com
A hub for high-end, American-made outdoor clothing and bags. 1534 14th St. NW, 202-759-9570; filson.com
DuCHess m Mixing women’s classic
geoFFrey lewis Custom tailors For the busy politico, this family-owned, bespoke clothier for men is a mere two blocks from the White House. 1433 H St. NW, 202-638-6088; geoffreylewisltd.com
georgetown oPtiCian Offering an expansive collection of designer eyewear. 1307 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-337-8237; georgetown optician.com
guCCi Luxury Italian leather goods and clothing get a new twist from Creative Director Alessandro Michele. 1000 I St. NW, 202795-7950; gucci.com
guess An upscale American lifestyle company offering clothing and accessories with an
CityCenterDC A carefully curated collection of luxury retailers and delicious dining options in downtown DC. 800 10th Street NW, 202-289-9000; citycenterdc.com
Dalton BroDy A local go-to for premier gifts and accessories. 3412 Idaho Ave. NW, 202-244-7197; daltonbrody.com
CLASSIC À LA MOD Evidence of Rag & Bone’s dominance in casualwear continues to abound: The brand has opened a dedicated women’s shop right next door to its original location, which has been turned into a men’s store. The new 900-square-foot space houses women’s ready-to-wear, denim, accessories, and footwear, and the modern-industrial interior (exposed brick and original wood beams paired with custom fixtures and locally sourced brass lighting) remains true
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Modern jewelry pieces in the brand’s signature cable and chevron
Georgetown’s design heritage. 3061 M St. NW, 202-836-9864; rag-bone.com
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edge. 7875 Tysons Corner Center, McLean, 703-288-5172; guess.com
Hermès The ultimate in aspiration, straight from Paris. Bien sûr! CityCenterDC, 202-789-4341; hermes.com
HugH & crye
lettIe goocH BoutIque Versatile and eclectic upscale women’s clothing and accessories. 1921 Eighth St. NW, #110, 202-332-4242; lettiegooch.com
lIlJenquIst & Beckstead
High-end menswear designed for lean, athletically built men. 300 Tingey St. SE, #140, 202-250-3807; hughandcrye.com
A family-owned luxury jewelry and watch boutique. 2001 International Dr., McLean, 703-4486731; liljenquist beckstead.com
Hugo Boss
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German luxury fashion staples for men. 1517 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-6252677; hugoboss.com
French luxury leather goods, accessories, and clothing, including handbags, luggage, shoes, and ready-towear. 990 I St. NW, 202-842-0625; us.longchamp.com
I. gorman Jewelers Sublimely unique baubles in downtown DC. 1133 20th St. NW, 202-775-8544; igorman.com
Ike BeHar Handcrafted, US-made men’s dress shirts. 2900 M St. NW, 202-808-8715; ikebehar.com
kIt & ace Washable cashmere basics for men and women, with locations in Shaw and Georgetown. 3262 M St. NW, 888-5486223; kitandace.com
laB 1270 An interactive, creative retail concept at Union Market. 1270 Fifth St. NW; unionmarketdc.com/ lab1270
louIs VuItton Monogrammed leather bags and luxury trunks. 5481 Wisconsin Ave., Chevy Chase, 301-6541101; louisvuitton.com
max mara Oh-so-classic and clean Italian fashion! Tysons Galleria, 703-556-6962; us.maxmara.com
mazza gallerIe One of DC’s shopping, entertainment, and fine dining epicenters. 5300 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-966-6114; mazzagallerie.com
mulBerry Timeless British luxury, right here in Washington. Tysons Galleria, McLean, 703-748-7300; mulberry.com
neIman marcus Home to haute names like Tom Ford and Alexander McQueen. 5300 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-966-9700; neimanmarcus.com
Paul stuart The DC outpost of the Manhattan-based luxury menswear retailer. 906 I St. NW, CityCenterDC,
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Stock up on Detroitinspired bicycles, watches, bags, and more at the Motor City import’s outpost in DC. 1631 14th St. NW, 202-470-0250; shinola.com
Prada The hipper-than-thou name in Italian luxury with a penchant for setting trends. Tysons Galleria, 703-245-3438; prada.com
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redeem A hip men’s and women’s retailer of independent and international designers. 1810 14th St. NW, 202-332-7447; redeemus.com
A highly curated jewelry store that more than 200 designers call home. 5300 Wisconsin Ave., 202-244-0777; tabandehjewelry.com
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Good things come in robin’s-egg-blue packages at the famed jeweler’s DMV outpost. The Collection at Chevy Chase, 301-6578777; tiffany.com
A classic selection of designer duds and accessories. 5555 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda, 301657-9343; saks.com
tIny Jewel Box
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Washington’s oldest— and now largest— family-owned fine jewelry store. 1147 Connecticut Ave. NW, 202-393-2747; tinyjewelbox.com
Put your best foot forward in sleek Italian style. CityCenterDC, 202-289-6610; ferragamo.com
Fancy Footwork argentina-born, chicago-based footwear company Bucketfeet brings its popular art-driven footwear to the Shay. founded in 2011, the company ignited when artist aaron firestein sold a pair of hand-drawn shoes to fellow traveler Raaja nemani, who found that his newly acquired footwear was a constant conversation piece among friends and strangers. the two men went into business together as the company’s cofounders, and today Bucketfeet collaborates with more than 40,000 artists from 120 countries to sell men’s, women’s, and children’s shoes worldwide. a recent collab with piece & co. has yielded colorful espadrilles sourced from female artisans in india who draw on traditional textile techniques for their designs. The Shay, 1924 Eighth St. NW; bucketfeet.com
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HAUTE VOTE As election season heats up, Mizzen + Main—the DC-born, American-made brand specializing in high-tech menswear— gets in on the action with a Fall/Winter 2016 collection aptly named The Election Collection. The brand was the brainchild of 31-year-old CEO Kevin Lavelle, who was inspired to create cooler sportswear after spending “one sweaty summer” on Capitol Hill four years ago. “Guys in DC are always on the move, and let’s face it, while DC wasn’t really built on a swamp, sometimes it feels like it,” says Lavelle. The latest collection features new styles of the line’s moisture-wicking, wrinkle-resistant performance dress shirts—named for US presidents, including Roosevelt and Kennedy—and can be found at such retailers as Onward Reserve in Georgetown and Stile at National Harbor, as well as country clubs around the DMV. mizzenandmain.com
A classic, preppy men’s and women’s clothing company founded by DCnative women. 1052 Potomac St. NW, 888-501-8101; tnuck.com.
tysons Galleria All the luxury you can shop, in a convenient Tysons Corner location! 2001 International Dr., McLean, 703847-0555; tysons galleria.com
union Market Trendy dining and shopping from artisan vendors. 1309 Fifth St. NE, 301-347-3998; unionmarketdc.com
vince Modern minimalism for men and women. 1800 Galleria at Tysons II, McLean, 703-6634909; vince.com
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spas & BEaUTY celadon salon and spa It takes a village, and that village—plus oodles of retail—is at Celadon. 1180 F St. NW, 202-347-3333; celadonspa.com
dolce vita salon and spa The premier salon in McLean, Virginia. Tysons Galleria, 703-942-5564; dolcevitasalon.com
GeorGetown salon and spa Washingtonians flock here for everything from facials and haircuts to waxing and electrolysis. 2715 M St. NW, 202-3338099; georgetownsalon spa.com
jo Malone london An über-stylish boutique of Englishinspired fine fragrances for men, women, and the home. 996 I St. NW, 202-789-4239; jomalone.com
karMa Beauty lounGe Makeup and hairstyling fit for the stars. 1104 24th St. NW, 202-2933333; karmaerwin gomez.com
one80 salon This salon is home to Carl Ray, makeup artist to FLOTUS. 1275 K St. NW, Ste. 101, 202-8429113; one80salon.com
polished of GeorGetown Get rocket-fast waxes and other salon services. 1425 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-333-7877
the red door spa at the willard The full pampering experience in an iconic downtown hotel. 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, 202- 942-2700; reddoorspas.com
spa at the ritz-carlton tysons corner The Ritz offers a serene escape from the din of the District. 1700
Tysons Blvd., McLean, 703-744-3924; ritzcarlton.com
spa at salaMander resort & spa This wellness oasis is just an hour from DC. 2500 N. Pendleton St., Middleburg, 844-303-2723; salamanderresort.com
toka salon & day spa Explore an array of beauty services here, from hair design to nail care and massages. 9867 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, 703-759-5700; tokasalon.com
FITNEss east side yoGa dc A rooftop vinyasa flow yoga studio. 518 10th St. NE, Second Fl., 202-544-0379; eastsideyogadc.com
flywheel sports This cycling and barre
studio, which already has a location in Dupont, recently opened its biggest studio in the country at CityCenterDC. 1927 Florida Ave. NW, 202-830-0755; flywheelsports.com
oranGetheory Intense interval training focused on your heart rate. 425 I St. NW, 202-469-1035; orangetheory fitness.com
pure Barre Ballet meets pilates for a total body workout. 2130 P St. NW, 202-870-1799; purebarre.com
soulcycle A cult-grown spin studio with four DC locations. 2301 M St. NW, 202-659-7685; soul-cycle.com
squash on fire A fun new approach to an old-school sport. 1170 22nd St. NW; sof. advantagebooking.com
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For Seth Meyers, an election year—especially this election year—is the gift that keeps on giving. To show his appreciation, he’s bringing Late Night to DC. by Amy moeller
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the ever-quickly-changing world of late-night television, funny guy and notable Saturday Night Live alum Seth Meyers is gaining ground. And this fall, Washington is getting in on the action. For four nights, beginning October 10, Meyers and his crew at Late Night with Seth Meyers will be on location, broadcasting daily from the Warner Theatre. “With Conan going to Chicago, Kimmel to Brooklyn, Fallon out to LA, and shows like The Daily Show going to conventions, we weren’t breaking new ground with the idea of taking the show on the road,” Meyers says. “We just wanted to be a part of it.” And what better place to be a part of it, on the brink of an historic election, than the nation’s capital? After all, the current state of affairs, Meyers says, has certainly lent itself to comedy: “There’s just so much information out there right now. If it were a different election, who knows if we would talk about it as much as we talked about this one, but this has dovetailed so nicely with comedy that it has been fun to focus on.” Along with politics, Meyers hopes to keep pop culture in the mix for the DC shows. “I’m just excited about the energy live,” he says. “I’ve done stand-up shows at the Warner before. It’s a great old theater, and I think it will be a fun venue.” In addition to performing stand-up here—and visiting as a kid, of course—Meyers says his most
memorable trip to the city was when he hosted the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner in 2011. “I had a bunch of writers with me and a bunch of people from SNL came down that year to support,” he recalls. “The night after was one of the most fun nights of my life.” Since then, much has changed for the 42-yearold comedian and late-night host. In 2013, he married his longtime girlfriend, lawyer Alexi Ashe, and just this year the two welcomed their first child. As the host of a politically driven show, having a new baby during election season has made him even busier than usual. A typical workday begins at 8:30 am, when Meyers meets with his writing team to decide on and write the first part of the show. From there, he heads to a series of meetings where material is pitched and reviewed, before he sits down for a two-hour writing session—“probably the most intense part of the day,” he says. At 4 pm, he hits the studio, where “we’ll rehearse everything that’s going to be in tonight’s show for an audience that we sort of just drag in from 30 Rock—a bunch of tourists that we corral and try to lure with the promise of free, undercooked comedy.” The rehearsal typically includes some 50 jokes, which are subsequently narrowed down to 10 to 15 for the taping. The show tapes at 6:30, and at 7:30 Meyers heads home. “It’s a long day, but it’s never boring,” he says. “I always [feared] everything would feel boring after SNL. This is not boring.”
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Stranger than fiction (from top): Late Night host Seth Meyers has shared a couch with both of this year’s presidential candidates. He interviewed Hillary Clinton on his show last year, and paired up with Trump in 2004 for a Saturday Night Live skit, “Fathers and Sons,” in which the two portrayed Gary and Peter Fleck.
It was at Northwestern University (something of a funny factory, having also graduated such comedians as Ana Gasteyer and Billy Eichner) that Meyers’s comedy career first took root. “I thought I wanted to be a film director,” he recalls, “[but during] New Student Week I saw the improv troupe. Northwestern had a pretty decent improv troupe, and I set my heart on that.” For the next three years, Meyers poured his efforts into joining. “I started going downtown in Chicago and taking improv classes,” he says. “Eventually, my senior year, I actually got cast in that improv troupe that I fell in love with. That kind of set me out down the road that ultimately led to here.” But before he got “here,” Meyers spent 13 years on Saturday Night Live, ultimately earning the roles of co-head writer and “Weekend Update” anchor, joining the ranks of such SNL alumni as Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. “Every decade, the show kind of recreates itself,” he says, “and I stayed long enough to make sure I was there for one of those re-creations. It was awesome. It was a lucky time to be there… especially being somebody who loved to write… Everybody in that group elevated everything you put on the page.” As “Weekend Update” anchor, Meyers performed alongside such iconic SNL characters as Stefon, played by Bill Hader. “I think one of the many things, great things, you could say about Stefon and the job Bill and John [Mulaney] did writing it is that it ages really well,” Meyers says. “It doesn’t seem like a bygone era; it’s really great. It was so well-written and so well-performed that I think it will live for a long time.” His transition from SNL to Late Night was a notably quick one: Meyers made his Late Night debut a mere three weeks after his SNL finale. “I think if we’d been given six months instead of three weeks [for Late Night], it would have all been for naught,” he says, because “we [had to] learn how to do these shows by doing them more than anything else, which I think it’s important to stress to anyone watching one of these late-night show launches. So many have launched since we’ve started. I feel like there are more new shows since we started than ones that are still on the air. I was lucky enough that the network was patient. We got a lot more political about a year in. That, then, gave a sense of direction that we’ve sort of been embracing ever since.” Just don’t expect any feigned nonpartisanship. “All good comedy comes from people that have a strong point of view,” Meyers explains. “One of the things we’ve embraced on this show is that point of view. We worry far more about taking the way we feel and making it funny as opposed to coming in every day and saying, ‘If we make a joke about that side, we have to make a corresponding joke about the other side.’ We try to be fair and accurate, but that’s more important to us than being evenhanded.” Even as the host of Late Night, Meyers says he identifies most with being a writer. “Even in high school… I loved writing, and to this day I still probably find it the most rewarding of everything I do,” he says. “With that said, it’s pretty great to walk out and do an hour show with a lot of material that’s been written for me by other great writers that I did not have to sweat over as much as they did. I always think of myself as a writer first and then a performer second.” This fall, Washingtonians get the chance to see him be both. “Mostly I’m just curious to see how my writers behave in a hotel,” he says with a laugh. “I feel like a camp counselor who’s taking a lot of kids to a museum.”
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Richard T. Anuszkiewicz, executive director of the Kitchen and Bath division for Alt Breeding Schwarz Architects, gives Capitol File an exclusive preview of a fashion-inspired kitchen that will travel the country as part of a showroom for luxury kitchen-and-bath brand DXV. Tell us about this project. DXV, by American Standard, put together a design panel of four designers, gave them each a decade and a city, and asked them to design a room. Mine is titled “The Concrete Jungle,” and the inspiration is a futuristic, forward-thinking take on New York City in the 1920s. What’s your process? I listen to music and look at a lot of imagery. A mashup of Frank Sinatra’s “New York, New York” and Jay Z’s “Empire State of Mind” really inspired me. I’m constantly looking in magazines or on Instagram at different fashion houses. I love Tom Ford, because he always has this smoky, elegant vibe. That was a feeling I wanted—a masculine space that would be interesting for the idea of entertainment and nightlife. Who else inspires you? Olivier Rousteing, the creative director at Balmain, is always pushing the boundaries. He does a great job of taking something classic but putting this huge twist on it.
Kitchen designer Richard T. Anuszkiewicz (TOP LEFT) says that this image of models in Balmain at the 2016 Met Gala (ABOVE) evokes the feeling of his design (HERE AND BOTTOM LEFT). “It’s very futuristic, it’s edgy, but the construction of the dresses was very classic,” he says. “When you look at my room, all of the lines are clean, all of the geometries are simplistic in nature.”
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CRYSTAL CLEAR ATELIER SWAROVSKI COLLABS WITH THE WORLD’S LEADING DESIGN TALENTS FOR ITS DEBUT HOME COLLECTION. Prime cuts: Atelier Swarovski Home’s debut collection translates the brand’s design DNA into luxurious home pieces, says Nadja Swarovski (INSET LEFT), and features nine fab-collabs with world-class designers, including (HERE AND LEFT) sculptural candle holders from Kim Thomé.
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“THE WAVE-CUTTING TECHNIQUE TOOK 10 YEARS TO DEVELOP, AND ONLY TWO PEOPLE IN THE WORLD ARE ABLE TO SKILLFULLY USE IT.” —NADJA SWAROVSKI
A cartographic chessboard from Daniel Libeskind, and (LEFT) a sketch of the final product. ABOVE: The wave-cut Crista centerpiece by Zaha Hadid.
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After the successful launches of Atelier Swarovski jewelry and accessories, Swarovski has added another beautiful branch to its more than 120-year-old empire with the debut of Atelier Swarovski Home. Says Nadja Swarovski, the company’s head of corporate communications and design services, “We wanted to translate the forward-thinking design DNA and technical expertise within our brand, as well as the energy of the creative talent, into a collection of luxurious and covetable objects.” For the debut, the company collaborated with nine of the world’s leading designers for crystal objects that are remarkable for their artistry and technologically advanced design. Included in the collection is a chessboard combining maps of Manhattan and Milan designed by architect Daniel Libeskind, as well as a series of sculptural candle holders from Kim Thomé. Most noteworthy in the collection is the Crista centerpiece by the late architect Zaha Hadid. It utilizes Swarovski’s groundbreaking Wave Cut technique, which “combines cutting-edge computer technology with mechanical engineering to cut curved forms in crystal,” says Swarovski. “The wave-cutting technique took 10 years to develop, and only two people in the world are able to skillfully use the machine,” she adds. “We were all so heartbroken by Zaha Hadid’s passing, but it seems fitting that she was the first person to use this new technology with one of the final pieces she produced.” atelierswarovski.com
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slated for Cincinnati, Ohio, by the end of the year. This fall, the design focus is all about entertaining. “There’s been this evolution in the market,” says Gold, 65. “People want to entertain more at home— to have a home that’s a little bit dressier but still comfortable.” To that end, the company introduces
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Antonis Karagounis’s stamp is on nightlife venues around the city—including Echostage, Sound Check, and Ultrabar— so when he set out to launch L8 Lounge, an upscale hangout just blocks from the White House, he wanted something different. He envisioned a small, intimate space with an emphasis, he says, on “sexy and sophisticated décor.” By tapping design architect Josh Lee of Josh Lee Designs, he got just that. The 3,000-square-foot underground space has a futuristic feel with a nod to ’90s retro—think polished concrete flooring, tufted white leather walls, and shiny vinyl against a palette of dark blue, crimson, purple, and black. Details like the bubbled ceiling, minimalist furniture, and custom fiberoptic chandeliers add to the rave-of-the-future vibe. “I think it’s more about the feeling that I have in the space rather than what’s bought or sold,” says Lee when asked about a favorite design element. “The buttons on the wall, the individual sparklers, the lighting from underneath the platforms of the VIP area, the DJ booth—by looking at it as a whole, there’s something very unique. When the entire place comes together and we fire up the sound system, you really start to envision yourself as a partygoer.” 727 15th St. NW, 202-506-7006; l8loungedc.com
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Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage agent and 21-year resident of the neighborhood Gary Jankowski takes us on a tour of the Hill he calls home. “I have dinner at least once a week at Trattoria Alberto (506 Eighth St. SE) on Barracks Row. It’s pretty old-school as far as the Hill goes. When Congress is in session, there’s a steady stream of members of Congress dining there, as well as neighborhood regulars and tourists. The restaurant has an unmistakable feeling of family. “Pineapple and Pearls (715 Eighth St. SE) is an exciting addition to Barracks Row. I particularly like stopping by for coffee and a pastry at one of the sidewalk tables. “Mr. Lee’s (615 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, #2) secondfloor tailor shop is a throwback to another era. He’s been the go-to tailor for political royalty forever, it seems. “The award-winning macarons from Sweet Lobby
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(404 Eighth St. SE) never fail to impress as a host gift. “Set in a former carriage house adjacent to the Hill Center, Bayou Bakery (901 Pennsylvania Ave. SE) has a wonderful ambience both inside and outside on the shaded patio. “EatBar (415 Eighth St. SE) opened not long ago on Barracks Row and is a welcome addition to the cocktail and dining scene. The mood is a bit more hip than other Hill spots, and the jukebox selection is pretty eclectic. There’s an extensive and thoughtful wine list and great small plates. “There’s something alluring about a ‘secret’ restaurant. I enjoy introducing nonlocals to Betsy (514 Eighth St. SE), which is technically part of Belga Cafe. The open-air dining space feels somewhat like a beach escape. It’s accessed via an alley and stairs that give no clue of what awaits!”
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Top of the Hill: Gary Jankowski (inset) shares his Capitol Hill must-stops, including (clockwise from top left) the hip EatBar on Barracks Row, Bayou Bakery, and Pineapple and Pearls.
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space see Trip to bountiful (clockwise from right): There are plenty of reasons to take an autumn drive, from the Kentucky-friedchicken mushrooms at the Restaurant at Patowmack Farm to the perfectly appointed spaces at The Inn at Little Washington.
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Think of that first nip in the air as a smoke signal marking the best season for a culinary road trip. The talented treatment of fall ingredients by Virginia’s fine-dining titans is reason enough to rev your engine, but prime leaf peeping (sure to spark Instagrammable moments) is added incentive. Lovettsville’s Restaurant at Patowmack Farm (42461 Lovettsville Road, Lovettsville, 540-822-9017; patowmack farm.com), where Chef Tarver King whips up Kentuckyfried-chicken mushrooms, rewards diners with valley vistas of the C&O Canal and Potomac River. Or take Route 50 from DC to Route 66 for The Ashby Inn (692 Federal St., Paris, 540-592-3900; ashbyinn.com), passing bucolic towns and pick-your-own
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farms. Chef Patrick Robinson cooks local quail enhanced with figs and persimmons, but before sitting down to dinner, stroll through Sky Meadows State Park, a three-minute drive from the inn. Better yet, stay over and book a morning trail ride with Rocking S Ranch. Finally, The Inn at Little Washington (309 Middle St., Washington, 540-675-3800; theinnatlittle washington.com) is mere miles from Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive. For decades, Chef Patrick O’Connell has been championing cranberries and rutabagas as his favorite fall ingredients. Spend the night, knowing there are nearly 40 wineries within 40 minutes to visit the next day. The best part? The autumn leaves will be every bit as beautiful on the way back!
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Technology integration— aka, the Internet of things—is moving us far beyond the ability to check the thermostat from our phone. Just how far? Christian A. Vives, of technology integration experts A.B.E. Networks, has the latest.
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“You have a meeting at 7:30 am. Your calendar communicates with the alarm clock, lights, and shades to gently wake you at the proper time. After your shower, the coffeemaker kicks on. When you leave, the door locks itself, the HVAC system optimizes to save energy, and your car’s navigation system plots the best course for that day’s commute.”
“The Samsung Family Hub—the refrigerator with a tablet on the door. When the concept hit trade shows more than a year ago, people questioned its usefulness, but that skepticism is fading. Most families already use the fridge as a hub—for lists, calendars, report cards, and photos.”
Vives’s hit list of new products includes a smart lock that uses Bluetooth to unlock and relock your doors; a video doorbell that sends a live stream to your phone; smart batteries for smoke alarms that notify you when power runs low; and even a toothbrush that provides feedback to improve your technique!
“It’s a bit ridiculous, but a lot of these products seem to feel that way when they are first released... Not even a fraction of this trend has entered the mainstream. Be ready for some really cool stuff to come!” A.B.E. Networks, 8968 Brookville Road, Silver Spring, 301-495-0964; abenetworks.com
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Get smart: The Internet of things (IoT) has endless possibilities, says A.B.E. Networks’ Christian A. Vives (inset), such as Lutron’s digitally controlled lighting systems. left and below: The Samsung Family Hub Refrigerator turns the kitchen into a home’s headquarters.
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SPACE car talk this isn’t some throwback suv—the 380-horsepower, eight-speed engine seems to growl at every tollbooth in its path.
outpace the competition
The new SUV! The Jaguar F-Pace’s luxe touches include two-tone leather, a 10.2-inch touchscreen, and slick cat-eye headlights.
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“It looks like a living room,” says my wife as we climb into the new Jaguar F-Pace SUV for a road trip up I-95. She’s right—if the living room in question belonged to a Silicon Valley tech titan. It must be the two-tone gray-andblack leather seats. Or maybe the blue LEDs that light up along the doors at
night. It’s definitely the 10.2-inch touchscreen that controls a server’s worth of features, such as a smart navigation system that suggests parking lots and alternate routes for your daily commute, a 17-speaker surround sound system, and Wi-Fi that accommodates up to eight devices. This isn’t the kind of
throwback SUV you’ll load with fishing gear and then go bashing through the woods to your favorite campground. It’s the kind you’ll take to a resort offering daily massages in a luxury yurt. Still, this auto’s no shrinking violet. The oversize grille, coupled with the narrow slits of the headlights, lends a
playful sneer as the car approaches—a nice counterpart to the 380-horsepower, eightspeed engine that seems to growl at every tollbooth in its path. Or maybe that’s just my imagination. Rosenthal Jaguar, 1592 Spring Hill Road, Vienna, 703-893-1700; rosenthaljaguar.com
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roll like a digital dignitary in the jaguar f-pace. By Jeff Dufour
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Budd Shirtmakers are proud to announce their trunk show in Washington DC this October. With over 100 years of British heritage and craftsmanship, Budd specialises in luxurious bespoke shirts. Hand cut above their Piccadilly store, the cutting room is now one of the few to be remaining on site in London.
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what’s Old is new! GeorGetown naviGates life in a revitalized city.
EastBanc’s Philippe Lanier cites Design Within Reach’s expansion in Cady’s Alley as one of the nicest changes he’s seen in a while.
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Developers and buyers are clamoring for space in up-andcoming neighborhoods. Can the same be said for Georgetown? Rashid Salem: It’s one of the hardest places in the city to do business as a developer because people are willing to take on personal projects. Someone might have grown up wanting a place on M Street, and when the perfect house finally comes up, they’ll pay whatever it takes. It’s highly competitive. Thomas Anderson: It is one of the most historic towns of its type in America, and one of the most desirable places to live in the capital region. How does Georgetown compare to buzzy areas like 14th Street and U? Philippe Lanier: It’s not wrong to say there’s a lot of action there, but more leases have been signed in Georgetown in the last three years than in any of those other neighborhoods. TA: Georgetown’s history and community make it more of a village than a true downtown. The
photography by alexander KusaK. opposite page: photography by taylor Kampa (district doughnut); courtesy of ledbury (ledbury); homeVisit (3614 prospect st. nW, Jacqueline Kennedy house)
As DC’s rapid growth draws eyes toward such neighborhoods as H Street NE, the Wharf, 14th Street, and Brookland, tried-andtrue Georgetown is seeing its own evolution. Here, Salem Capital Development’s Rashid Salem (qstreetdc.com), Washington Fine Properties’ Thomas Anderson (3201 New Mexico Ave. NW, Ste. 220, 202-944-5000; wfp.com), and EastBanc’s Philippe Lanier (3307 M St. NW, Ste. 400, 202737-1000; eastbanc.com) weigh in.
houses date back to the 1800s and 1700s, bringing a very real sense of charm. It boasts many parks, giving an in-town living experience a little more dimension, and it has the shopping and restaurants. What are some of the challenges to developing the area? PL: When you change these historic buildings, you have to bring them up to code, and next thing you know, you’re rebuilding from the inside out. The start of EastBanc’s success was when we found a way to combine them… and make the buildings more amenable to what retailers wanted. RS: The Old Georgetown Board is particular. [But] if you’re going to buy something in an historic area, Georgetown has their process down, since they’ve been doing it for so long. A few restaurants have left, but others are on their way. PL: It’s not hard to attract them to Georgetown; it’s hard to find spaces that suit them. [But] the tide is turning. You’ve got Nobu coming. We’re building across from the Four Seasons, whose ground floor will have a top-flight restaurant. I hear people’s complaints, but I’m confident we’re addressing them. Meanwhile, everything else in the market, we have. It’s still the most diverse place to shop. And the daily foot traffic in Georgetown compared to the other areas is significantly higher. With all of this growth, who is the Georgetown resident? RS: To Georgetown buyers, prestige means something. There’s a different cachet… You see buyers from California spend $60 million on 31st Street. More than just diplomats and political people want to live in Georgetown. What are some musts for Georgetown home buyers? TA: A garden. It provides more for urban living. RS: Having that private oasis, walking out of a 60-year-old home into a little garden—you feel like you have a piece of history.
Rashid Salem of Salem Capital Development credits recent EastBanc projects, like District Doughnut (left) and Ledbury (below left), and imaginatively designed homes like this one at 3614 Prospect Street NW with helping to change the landscape of Georgetown.
Real-life Camelot (here and above right): This former home of Jacqueline Kennedy, located at 3017 N Street, was built in 1794, features an expansive private garden, and is a prime example of the historic charm that Georgetown offers.
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The only three- and four-bedroom condos in downtown Bethesda, designed with the most discerning home buyer in mind. 4934 Hampden Lane, Bethesda, 301830-3634; thelauren residences.com
A 104-unit luxury condo community atop a boutique hotel in the popular new Pike & Rose development. 930 Rose Ave., North Bethesda, 301-747-3634; 930rose.com
7770 Norfolk A new 17-story condo development in Woodmont Triangle. 770 Norfolk Ave., Bethesda; live7770.com
The ApArTmeNTs AT CiTyCeNTerDC Leased living with some of DC’s finest luxury shopping. 825 and 875 10th St. NW, 888-4817392; apartmentsat citycenter.com
The hepburN Luxury leasing with an unparalleled approach to service and 360-degree rooftop views in Kalorama. 1901 Connecticut Ave. NW,
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ViTA TysoNs CorNer Luxury leasing with expansive views, impressive outdoor spaces, and ultraconvenient access. 7902 Tysons One Place, Tysons Corner, 855-216-0379; livetysons.com
The WArDmAN An historic landmark with modern renovations. 2660 Connecticut Ave., 202-751-2900; wardmantower.com
REAL ESTATE SERVICES ColDWell bANker resiDeNTiAl brokerAge A leading real estate brokerage with offices in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. 3000 K St. NW, 202-333-6100; multiple locations; coldwell bankerhomes.com
CompAss DC’s latest real estate powerhouse with a focus on technology. Dupont Circle Office, 1506 19th St. NW, #1, 202-491-1275; multiple locations; compass.com
eVers & Co. reAl esTATe Real estate services led by Donna Evers, a 40-year veteran of the industry. 4400 Jenifer St., NW, 202-364-1700; eversco.com
The fleisher group A TTR Sotheby’s group helmed by top-selling real estate professional Marc Fleisher. 5454 Wisconsin Ave., Chevy Chase, 240-235-0181; marcfleisher.com
loNg & fosTer reAlTors A DMV real estate powerhouse. 730 12th St. NW, 202-737-1727; longandfoster.com
TTr soTheby’s iNTerNATioNAl reAlTy Full-service, high-end real estate services. 1206 30th St. NW, 202-333-1212; multiple locations; ttrsir.com
WAshiNgToN fiNe properTies Luxury residential real estate services. 3201 New Mexico Ave. NW, #220, 202-944-5000; multiple locations; wfp.com
Republic Restoratives, DC’s first women-run distillery, is expanding its reach: Cofounders Pia Carusone and Rachel Cole Gardner, who first released Civic Vodka and are now working on a bourbon, invite you to try their new on-site tasting bar, the Ivy Room. Developed with lobbyist and hospitality entrepreneur Vinoda Basnayake and designed by Brooklyn firm Mapos, the light-filled rustic-industrial space references Ivy City’s railroad history, and only a glass partition separates tipplers from the huge stills on the distillery floor. Noted barman David Strauss (The Sheppard, Barmini) is at the helm, enhancing martinis and Moscow mules with his homemade ginger beer, tonic, and bitters. 1369 New York Ave. NE, 202-733-3947; republicrestoratives.com
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ANN sACks Luxury tile, stone, and plumbing products, with a brand new DC showroom. 1629 14th St. NW, 202-299-0014; annsacks.com
boffi georgeToWN Modern Italian design for kitchen and bath. Cady’s Alley, 3320 M St. NW, 202-337-7700; boffigeorgetown.com
CAlligAris An elegant, modern showroom for artfully crafted Smart Design Italian furniture that is versatile and ergonomic. 3328 M St NW, 202-2445544; washingtondc. calligaris.us
DAlToN broDy A local go-to for premier gifts and accessories. 3412 Idaho Ave. NW, 202-244-7197; daltonbrody.com
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Shaking ThingS Up
DC’s first women-owned distillery, Republic Restoratives, recently opened its tasting bar, the Ivy Room.
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British-born, high-end wallpaper and paint. 5221 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-479-6780; farrow-ball.com
JoNAThAN ADler Quirky yet luxe design, décor, and gifts. 1267 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-965-1416; jonathanadler.com
mAxAlTo Modern and contemporary Italian furniture to the max! 3320 M St. NW, 202-337-7700; bebitalia.com
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APARTMENTS & CoNdoS
Mitchell Gold + BoB WilliaMs Luxe furniture and home décor with locations in both DC and Virginia. 1526 14th St. NW, 202-3323433; Tysons Galleria, 703-962-9310; mgbwhome.com
Poltrona Frau This fine Italian designer brand—the newest addition to Georgetown’s interior design tenants—shares showroom space with Capellini and Cassina. 1010 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202333-1166; poltronafrau.com
rooM & Board High-end, American-made furniture and home goods. 1840 14th St. NW, 202-7298300; roomandboard.com
DESIGN SERVICES
Courtney Cox. 309C Cameron St., Alexandria, 703-5666582; ivylaneliving.com
anthony Wilder desiGn & Build, inc.
J. laMBeth & coMPany
Family-owned, high-end design and construction. 7913 MacArthur Blvd., Cabin John, 301-907-0100; anthonywilder.com
An independent trade design showroom featuring everything from textiles to furniture to lighting. 1099 14th St. NW, Space 220, 202646-1774; jlambeth.com
BarBara haWthorn interiors, ltd. More than 30 years of experience in interior design, consulting, and project management. 1950 Valley Wood Road, McLean, 703-241-5588; barbara hawthorninteriors.com
case desiGn/ reModelinG
stark High-end custom rugs, carpeting, and fabric available to interior-design trade professionals at the Washington Design Center. 1099 14 St. NW, Ste. 430; 202-484-4566; starkcarpet.com
A full-service residential remodeling company with three DMV locations. 4701 Sangamore Road, North Plaza, Ste. 40, Bethesda, 202-5562273; casedesign.com
ivy lane livinG interiors Interior design services by DC’s Alex Deringer and
JWs interiors Jennifer Wagner Schmidt’s interior design service offers a home-goods subscription, Box of Chic. 703-953-9666; jws-interiors.com
kelley interior desiGn Kelley Proxmire’s sophisticated use of color, pattern, and texture transforms dull rooms into stunning spaces. 4519 Wetherill Road, Bethesda, 301-320-2109; kelleyinteriordesign.com
Marika Meyer interiors A leading interior design firm in DC, specializing in residential interiors with a
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firm McWilliams|Ballard, we sat down with founders Ross
doesn’t seem nearly as
McWilliams and Chris Ballard. What were buyers’ top priorities when you started? McWilliams: “Space—large, open floor plans
far away anymore.
and mega-mansions in the suburbs.” Now? McWilliams: “Homes are being
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designed smaller and more efficiently. Chris Ballard
Parking was a necessity 20 years ago. Now, buyers are trading off for bicycles, Uber, and Metro.” At your peak
you had 75 agents and $2 billion in annual sales. What’s been the strategy? Ballard: “We outwork our competition.” What are you looking forward to in the next 20 years? Ballard: “The overall move toward an urban lifestyle. We have heard this drumbeat many times, but it is a real phenomenon today.” 1416 P St. NW,
Ross McWilliams
202-280-2396; mcwilliamsballard.com
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Zen AssociAtes Landscape architects, interior designers, and design-and-build services. 2321 Distribution Circle, Silver Spring, 800-834-6654; zenassociates.com
HOTELS & RESORTS the Bellmoor inn & spA This resort features lushly appointed rooms and a not-tobe-missed spa in the heart of Rehoboth Beach, just steps from the boardwalk. 6 Christian St., Rehoboth Beach, 302-227-5800; thebellmoor.com
emBAssy suites At the chevy chAse pAvilion Stay in the Friendship
Heights shopping district. 4300 Military Road NW, 202-3629300; embassysuites dcmetro.com
the fAirfAx At emBAssy row This classic boutique hotel is located in the tony Upper Northwest area of Embassy Row. 2100 Massachusetts Ave. NW, 202-2932100; fairfax washingtondc.com
Goodstone inn & restAurAnt Cozy, luxurious accommodations in Virginia’s scenic horse country. 36205 Snake Hill Road, Middleburg, 540-687-3333; goodstone.com
the GreenBrier Worth the drive: the historic luxury resort in West Virginia. 300 W. Main St., White Sulphur Springs, 855-4534858; greenbrier.com
the hAy-AdAms History, with those unparalleled White House views! 800 16th
St. NW, 202-638-6600; hayadams.com
mAndArin orientAl
McLean, 703-5064300; ritzcarlton.com
the ivy
Southwest DC’s luxury hotel, offering unique views of the monuments. 1330 Maryland Ave. SW, 202-554-8588; mandarin oriental.com/washington
sAlAmAnder resort And spA
Decadent design and luxury accommodations in Charm City. 205 E. Biddle St., Baltimore, 410-514-6500; theivybaltimore.com
the Jefferson This boutique luxury hotel boasts the city’s only Forbes five-star restaurant, Plume. 1200 16th St. NW, 202-4482300; jeffersondc.com
Kimpton cArlyle This Kimpton property in hip Dupont Circle is home to the Riggsby restaurant. 1731 New Hampshire Ave. NW, 202-234-3200; carlylehoteldc.com
lAnsdowne resort AAA Four Diamond Award–winning luxury escape in Virginia. 44050 Woodridge Pkwy., Leesburg, 703-729-4036; lansdowneresort.com
the mAyflower A historic downtown hotel in the Marriott family. 1127 Connecticut Ave. NW, 202-347-3000; marriott.com
hotel monAco, AlexAndriA A Kimpton property in the heart of Old Town. 480 King St., Alexandria, 703-549-6080; monacoalexandria.com
omni homesteAd Weekend away: a luxury resort in the Allegheny Mountains! 7696 Sam Snead Hwy., Hot Springs, 800-838-1766; omnihotels.com
the ritZ-cArlton tysons corner Luxury lodgings and a top-notch spa amidst all the Tysons shopping. 1700 Tysons Blvd.,
founder
Marjorie
Merriweather
Post’s affinity for the decorative arts and the flapper lifestyle, Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens—the region’s most fabulous hometurned-museum—has opened the exhibit “Deco Japan: Shaping Art and Culture, 1920–1945.” In celebration of Art Deco, which influenced everything from jazz and fashion to visual art and architecture, the show explores Japan’s interpretation of this bold geometric style with artifacts such as (clockwise from far left) a 1929 songbook, a porcelain vase from the 1930s, and even a sake flask in the shape of an Akita. Tip: Don’t miss the estate’s own beautiful Japanese garden. 4155 Linnean Ave. NW, 202-686-5807; hillwoodmuseum.org
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sofitel French-inspired, five-star accommodations downtown. 806 15th St. NW, 202-7308800; sofitel.com
st. reGis The birthplace of the Bloody Mary, just two blocks north of the White House. 923 16th St. NW, 202-638-2626; stregis washingtondc.com
w hotel A blend of history and exquisite design, with a rooftop bar—aptly named POV—that overlooks the White House and Washington Monument. 515 15th St. NW, 202-661-2400; wwashingtondc.com
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The historic hotel, reimagined. 2650 Virginia Ave. NW, 202-827-1600; thewatergatehotel.com
willArd intercontinentAl An iconic downtown hotel one block from the White House. 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, 202-628-9100; washington. intercontinental.com
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all the president’s men Bill Clinton would have the Challenge of Being our first first gentleman, while trump’s sons would have a tough aCt to follow.
Two Presidential candidates, two very different degrees of masculinity in the White House. A Hillary Clinton win would make history, but having two Presidents Clinton in the White House adds even more to the intrigue. While the rest of the country speculates on Bill’s potential title-First Gentleman? Earl of Arkansas? Plain ol’ No. 42?—Washingtonians will be getting used to
watching him standing silently next to the President, perfecting his lovingly subservient gaze. Of course, politicos assume Clinton 1.0 will be hard at work on policy, but if Hillary famously declined to stay at home and bake cookies, isn’t it conversely Bill’s right to stay at home and preheat the oven? Like Jackie O., he could redecorate the Roosevelt Room, taking it in a different direction as the
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White House’s first Man Cave. It would be classy, of course—think leather accents, a comprehensive library of buddy films, and a saxophone stand. But while Bill is only competing with himself, Trump’s gang of guys, Donald Trump Jr., Eric, and Barron, would have the opposite problem as White House first timers: Wouldn’t we be constantly comparing them to Sasha and Malia Obama? The
girls navigated public puberty with grace, coordinating their coat color palettes for every turkey pardoning. Fortunately, the Trump boys already have a signature look, with their Gordon Gecko slickedback hair. And there’s no reason to doubt they’re every bit as well-suited to interior design as Bill. We can expect all those distinguished portraits of heads of state to be
replaced with the heads of big game they’ve hunted. And they’ve got credibility. With their experience as advisers on The Apprentice, Donald Jr. and Eric could liven things up with such original fund-raising ideas as a White House Lawn lemonade stand (run by little Barron!) or a hot-dogselling competition. So which will it be: Earl of Arkansas or Trump fraternity? The vote’s on us.
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