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never fail to produce a kind of magic. Since starting at Bergdorf two years ago, I’ve grown to understand not only the current fashion landscape but also the deep history of fashion in New York. Every sparkling corner of the store has a story and an incredible cast of people to
help narrate. It’s an interesting challenge to translate that fairytale narrative into the digital space. I get to explore the city as part of my job, meeting designers and touring their studios to create content about their collections. Watching the masters express their love for the city
where you live—there’s no greater validation. I’m not sure anything could compare to the Givenchy show at last September’s Fashion Week—a Tisci parade of painfully chic looks, marching down Pier 26 as the sun set on New York City.”
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Rad in red! Bergdorf Goodman’s Chloe King halts traffic on Fifth Avenue outside the luxury retailer in a gown by Rosie Assoulin.
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CIAO, BELLA! Spring fashion is on the move with breezy fabrics and globally inspired accessories.
22 // LETTER FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF 24 // LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER 26 // THE LIST 31 // INVITED
SCENE 37 // BEAUTy AND THE BEST Gwyneth Paltrow expands her goop empire by tapping into her everglowing fan base.
40 // THE BUZZ ON BEEKMAN Culinary heavy-hitter Tom Colicchio takes us into the thought process behind his new restaurant in FiDi.
42 // IT’S ELECTRIC! The Met and MoMA take a turn toward the durable—and dazzling— with tech-driven exhibits.
44 // CAFÉ SOCIETy Sant Ambroeus has New York’s art crowd raising its paddle for a chic seat at Sotheby’s.
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46 // PAGE CHANGERS! Big-ticket book contracts for young novelists show that publishers are taking risks on fresh voices.
48 // FRENCH LESSONS Le Turtle is already crushing it on Chrystie Street.
50 // REEL TALK Tribeca Film Festival’s Jane Rosenthal gives Gotham her must-see flicks from this year’s festival.
52 // HOLy SPIRITS! Luxe up your bar cart with divinely inspired primo liquors.
54 // THE GUIDE The inside track to the ultimate dining and entertainment in New York City.
STYLE 59 // COMING UP ROSES Lord & Taylor blooms anew by recalling its original emblem, the rose.
62 // FROM WAy DOWNTOWN… BANG! Sports-inspired accessories score big this spring.
64 // CHARMED, I’M SURE Jennifer Fisher toasts 10 with a capsule collection of magical enamel pieces.
66 // IF THE SHOE FITS… Fashion powerhouse Marchesa gets a(nother) foot in the door with its first-ever luxury shoe collection.
PhotograPhy by Jeff Crawford
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contents 68 // MAISON DU JOUR Gallic charm is again the ne plus ultra of Upper East Side style.
70 // SLEEP NO MORE Lingerie brands are creating pieces with major daytime potential.
72 // GAME, SET, AND MATCH! Tory Burch’s retro-chic line of athletic wear gets a permanent arena in Flatiron.
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BLONDE AMBITION Sitcom/rom-com regular Malin Akerman goes from gags to riches in the new Showtime drama Billions. Dress, Giorgio Armani (price on request). 717 Fifth Ave., 212-207-1902; armani.com
74 // CHEMISES EN SCèNE The guru of white shirts, Anne Fontaine, moves to Manhattan with grand plans for her Madison Avenue boutique.
76 // TOUCH AND GO Makeup salons are the new blow-dry bars—and they even come to you.
78 // TIME TO BLOOM Some of the world’s finest watchmakers offer New York women gorgeous bouquets of gemstone blossoms.
79 // ROCK OF AGES Inspiration derived from the four corners of the world drives Misahara’s global aesthetic.
80 // THE GUIDE The places to go for New York’s finest fashion, jewelry, watches, and more.
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84 // BLONDE AMBITION In her record-breaking new drama series, Billions, actress Malin Akerman proves you can never be too rich—or too ruthless. By Jill Sieracki Photography by Tony Duran
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Happiness is: one day here, the next day there… the first summer Friday and sunshine on your shoulders… soft skin, bare legs, and silver sandals… the dream of traveling come true. Carpe diem. Photography by Jeff Crawford
Antiques aficionados are abuzz for the new online marketplace RubyLUX.
94 // SAVING FACE
120 // THE wORLD KEEPS SPINNING
119 // TRICKED OUT IN TRIBECA! New York’s second Four Seasons has some seriously haute stats.
Five testers of new high-tech antiaging regimes went in search of lost youth… By Mandi Norwood
The craze for in-studio cycling goes global as Peloton reinvents the wheel.
100 // HUMANE INSTINCTS
122 // MAD FOR MANHATTAN
As commerce becomes increasingly cutthroat and profitability is championed at any cost, is there room in the economic equation for kindness, conscience, and humane values? By Kathy Blackwell
The city’s hottest rising stars in real estate talk about the nabes New Yorkers are flocking to—and they’re not in Brooklyn!
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SPRING REAL ESTATE PREVIEW Why wait for summer? The market certainly won’t. Dive into our insider’s guide to the Hamptons real estate market.
124 // THE GUIDE The hotels, home-décor stores, and interior-design firms that keep New Yorkers living beautifully.
SPACE 109 // ST-ART IT UP!
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Real estate mogul Aby Rosen reinvigorates Soho as a nexus of creativity with a new hotel.
131 // SPRING REAL ESTATE PREVIEw
110 // BOLD FASHIONED! Rafael de Cárdenas nabs Maison et Objet Americas’ Designer of the Year award.
Hot markets, hotter design, and one-of-a-kind architecture—the Hamptons are already heating up for summer.
112 // SYNERGY AND THE CITY Move over, Silicon Valley—Cornell Tech has plans for New York’s thriving innovation economy.
114 // ETERNAL FLAMES The world’s oldest candle manufacturer, Cire Trudon, debuts its jewel box of a shop in Nolita.
115 // THE wAY wEST Power broker Amala Redd takes us on a personal tour of the newly dubbed Upper West Side Corridor.
116 // OH-LA-LITA It turns out the outskirts of Little Italy are totally in.
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SAMANTHA YANKS EDITOR-IN-CHIEF MANAGING EDITOR OUSSAMA ZAHR ART DIRECTOR JUAN PARRA PHOTO DIRECTOR LISA ROSENTHAL BADER ASSOCIATE EDITOR ERIN RILEY SENIOR FASHION EDITOR FAYE POWER
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EDITORS-IN-CHIEF J.P. Anderson (Michigan Avenue), Spencer Beck (Los Angeles Confidential), Andrea Bennett (Vegas), Kathy Blackwell (Austin Way), Kristin Detterline (Philadelphia Style), Amy Moeller (Editor, Capitol File), Lisa Pierpont (Boston Common), Jared Shapiro (Ocean Drive), Damien Williamson (Executive Editor, Aspen Peak), Samantha Yanks (Gotham/Hamptons)
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Like most New Yorkers, I’m a believer in keeping a finger or two on the pulse of our zeitgeist. I binge-watch Billions, glued to the set, amazed at how influence and corruption constantly collide in Showtime’s drama set here in New York. Malin Akerman, who shines like a diamond on our cover this month, stars as hedge-fund king Bobby Axelrod’s wife, who always looks startlingly gorgeous while keeping her overly ambitious husband out of the weeds (and out of jail). The key to unlocking the secrets of a city constantly in the throes of reinvigoration—whether in real estate, dining, or hospitality—is scoring the hottest interviews at the right time. In this edition of Gotham, we nailed more than a few. My longtime fascination with real estate mogul Aby Rosen comes to fruition in an interview with him as he takes on the role of hotelier with 11 Howard in Soho. The opening of this hotly anticipated Holiday Inn transformation (yes, you heard me!)
proves that he once again knows where everyone wants to be at this very moment. Nearby in that mecca of cool known as the Lower East Side, old friends and culinary wunderkinds Taavo Somer and Carlos Quirarte fuse their bearded righteousness and open hotspot Le Turtle. Then there’s Gwyneth Paltrow, who’s in the midst of building up her empire. We sit down one-on-one to discuss the excitement of her latest launch: Goop by Juice Beauty, a line of luxury formulas with certified organic ingredients that definitely gave me the glow-inducing, age-defying oomph they promise. With any issue of Gotham magazine, there is always our coveted “plus” sign on the cover, indicating the oh-somuch-more you’ll find in our pages, which this time around includes Tom Colicchio, Tory Burch, Jennifer Fisher, and a sneak peek at the Tribeca Film Festival’s top three flicks. Enjoy the issue!
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“Go to the pool with a purpose,” advised fellow New Yorker and 11-time Olympic medalist and swimmer Ryan Lochte to my awestruck son at an event at the Kitano Hotel on Park Avenue. While it may sound like a small thing, Lochte added, challenging yourself to be “first to the wall” will add up. Lochte was in town to celebrate Airweave Advanced Bedding Technology’s first anniversary, where he shared his training progress for the summer Olympics qualifying trials. Raised in upstate New York, Lochte has won our hearts and admiration with his self-effacing modesty (he denied being a great swimmer until his freshman year in college) that disguises the rigorous dedication required to dominate in the hyper-competitive arena of professional swimming, where champions are made by
1/100ths of a second. Who can’t help but love the simplicity of his wisdom: small, purposeful efforts lead to incremental growth—and the gold. Arguably New Yorkers are connected by a smaller degree of separation than residents of any other city in the world. So when our next president of the United States is elected in seven months, we will all be sharing when and where we crossed paths in our great city. When I recently saw one candidate speak of his hope for a better America, I could not help but take huge pride in hearing a distinctly Brooklyn voice leading a tidal-wave campaign that prides itself on being Super-PAC-dollar free. That the youth from all corners of our country are supporting an unlikely candidate from New York with modest donations the value of a Metrocard highlights how, in 2016, Americans value
an authentic messenger regardless of age, religion, and, yes, accent. Inside this issue, please look for our inspired celebration of International Women’s Day, which we co-hosted with Carmen Tal, cofounder of Moroccanoil, along with our real estate roundtable at the gorgeous 1 Hotel Central Park with rising influencers James Brune, Matthew Burrows, Stephen Ferrara, and Caroline Bass, all of whom hail from unique professional backgrounds (international natural gas trading and risk management, golf course management, hospitality, and art history, respectively), and who have taken client engagement to new levels within the real estate industry.
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Ron Perelman
Kurt Kimmerling
Eric Schlösberg
Taylor Tomasi Hill
Jared Hecht
Amy Madigan
Bruce Feiler
William Wackermann
Andrew Rossi
Adam Sussman
Pedro Lourenço
LaQuan Smith
Mark Sebba
Sophie Hardeman
Noa Santos
Cyrille Vigneron
Daianara Grullon Amalfitano
Julia Cumming
James Truman
Kasper Rorsted
Patric Dicaprio
Lady Gaga
Barbara Cook
Lindsay Ellingson
Anthony Landereau
Justin O’Shea
Anna Caroline Owen
Sarah Willersdorf
Ilana Glazer
Martha Debayle
Pete Fox
Stacey Ferreira
Adam Neumann
Anya Ziourova
Veronique Gabai-Pinsky
Brad Hargreaves
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EvEnts that cElEbratEd thE bEst in art, fashion, and philanthropy. Springtime marks the start of the city’s arts season, with worldrenowned fairs and museum galas aplenty. Having returned to Armory Week after a few years of hosting in May, Pulse New York kicked off its 11th edition with a private preview brunch, and, in anticipation of its annual gala, El Museo del Barrio hosted a party to honor Narciso Rodriguez and Ruben and Isabel Toledo.
Cape Town native and emerging artist-to-know Tony Gum stands by her work at this year’s Pulse New York.
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Artists, industry insiders, and art enthusiasts gathered at a private preview brunch to get a first glimpse of the 11th edition of Pulse New York on March 3. This year’s fair hosted 45 exhibitors that presented work from alternative spaces, nonprofits, and first-time exhibitors. Among the notable attendees were Artsy curator-at-large Matthew Israel, famed curator Larry Ossei-Mensah, and artist Bernd Naber. Cape Town native and emerging artist-to-know Tony Gum spoke to attendees about her exhibit, which, at the fair’s close, ended up selling two editions for a total of 11 works.
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LOUIS VUITTON CELEBRATES REVAMPED FIFTH AVENUE FLAGSHIP The worlds of art, design, and fashion collided to celebrate the newly renovated Louis Vuitton flagship on Fifth Avenue, designed by famed architect Peter Marino. Along with custom-designed furniture, the new store features original artwork on each of its five floors. Todd Eberle, Mia Moretti, Camila Coutinho, and Leo and Yvonne Force Villareal were among the stylish guests who previewed exclusive products created in conjunction with the opening, like a monogram hard-sided trunk with custom New York City taxicab-yellow lining.
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EL MUSEO DEL BARRIO PRE-GALA PARTY New York’s leading Latino cultural institution, El Museo del Barrio, hosted an intimate bash in anticipation of its annual gala, which will be held at The Plaza Hotel on May 12. The pre-gala party saw guests like Maria Eugenia Maury, Liliana Cavendish, and Jorge Daniel Veneciano gather at private supper club Omar’s to toast gala honorees Narciso Rodriguez and Ruben and Isabel Toledo.
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Beauty and the Best HOLLYWOOD STARTURNED-E MOGUL Gwyneth Paltrow ExpANDS HER GOOp EMpiRE bY TAppiNG iNTO HER EVER-GLOWiNG FAN bASE.
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nvious of Gwyneth E Paltrow’s glow-from-within skin? Stop it! The launch of goop by Juice Beauty gives beauty fiends worldwide clickable entry to a beauty regimen that is Paltrowapproved. The multifaceted A-list actress/blogger/ supermom just debuted a line of luxe skincare loaded up with au naturel ingredients like apple and aloe. Natch. “We literally did not rest until we had a set of six products that are, quite simply… perfect,” insists Paltrow of her melting cleanser, replenishing night cream, revitalizing day moisturizer, enriching oil, exfoliating instant facial, and perfecting eye cream. Paltrow’s famously shy M.O. makes the widespread panic over her goop platform even more intriguing. Of course, she uses her celebrity to create enough stickiness for the site, and her perfect just-left-the-beach blond locks and try-to-guess-her-age skin certainly help brand her burgeoning empire—one which centers around a pure and squeaky-clean lifestyle
Goop scoop: This spring, Gwynnie fans get another line of GP-approved (read: organic) products promising the fountain of youth.
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(Hollywood be damned!), and which she personally curates and marks with a gp stamp of approval. Ah, star power. But, the truth is, the minimalistic luxury lifestyle Paltrow promotes was not a moneymaker until turnaround queen Lisa Gersh, the brand’s CEO since 2014, entered the scene. Gersh pushed Paltrow to diversify her marketplace and create a revenue stream with goop-branded partnerships and products. A Martha Stewart Living
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expat, Gersh knows the power of a single “femme-trepreneur.” The key ingredient? No other e-commerce and digital platform has access to an A-lister like Paltrow. All of the products she approves in a “good, clean, goop” way ooze simplicitymeets-chic, from barely there T-shirts that are closet staples, to one-off collaborations with quietly cool designers such as Monrow. But the main focus for Paltrow has always been beauty—paired with wellness. Says Paltrow, “We have always been
outspoken here at goop about concerns over the toxic ingredients used in [beauty] products, an industry that operates without regulation.” The actress took her fashion icon status, in fact, and put her mantra where her mouth is by partnering with Juice Beauty, the superstars of non-toxic makeup and skincare. Goop, synonymous with all-natural luxury, allowed Juice to bring “organic to the next level.” GP approves— and apparently so do legions of her fans: Om-men! goop.com
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“Femme-trepreneur”: Paltrow, the face that launched a thousand celebrity-lifestyle brands, has diversified her marketplace to include pop-up shops, like the one she did in Dallas in 2014 (left), and a new beauty line (below). bottom: Paltrow shoots the ad campaign for Skincare by goop.
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the buzz on beekman New York culiNarY heavY-hitter Tom ColiCChio takes us iNto the thought process behiNd his highlY aNticipated restauraNt at the beekmaN. By Bao ong
Downtown state of mind: The Beekman hotel (above left) in FiDi is getting a new Tom Colicchio (above right) restaurant, Fowler & Wells, named after two 19th-century phrenologists who used to work in the building.
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Lower Manhattan’s revival is perhaps best exemplified in The Beekman, where two major players are ready to open with nods to the city’s past and future. Keith McNally is opening (what else?) a brasserie, Augustine, while Tom Colicchio composes an ode to classic New York fare with Fowler & Wells. The sure-bet hot spots
anchor the landmarked Beekman, which has been converted to a hotel and is connected to the Beekman Residences, a new 51-story luxury condo tower. A stunning atrium features intricate Victorian metal and tile designs with light pouring through a pyramidshaped skylight. “I think with any redevelopment, you need
restaurants to help revive an area,” says Colicchio, whose last New York restaurant opened in 2010. “Nothing seemed to make sense until this came up.” It’d be hard to find a pair better suited to the task of reinvigorating the neighborhood than McNally, the restaurateur said to have invented downtown, and Colicchio, the one who helped usher in a new era
of restaurant hospitality. As more of an homage than a gimmick, Fowler & Wells’ throwback menu includes dishes like lobster Thermidor and beef Wellington. “There’s a lot of history in this space that goes back to the 1800s,” says Colicchio. “We’re bringing some of it back but also giving it new life.” 5 Beekman St., 855-5233562; thebeekman.com
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it’s ElEctric! The ciTy’s arT insTiTuTions Take a Turn Toward The durable—and daZZlinG—wiTh TechnoloGy-driven exhibiTs. By Erin rilEy
Star tech trends (clockwise from top left): Toyo Ito’s Sendai Mediatheque (2011) explores new ways of thinking about spatial qualities; this 2013 haute couture piece from Iris van Herpen is made from sheets of laser-cut silicone hand-stitched to a cotton base; the radical steel-tube structural system within Sendai Mediatheque; an ensemble from Alexander McQueen’s Fall 2012 ready-to-wear runway show; Sou Fujimoto’s House NA in Tokyo is comprised of 21 individual floor plates situated at various heights.
A mix of analog and electric sound filled the halls of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s preview for the Costume Institute’s upcoming fashion exhibit “Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology.” The soundtrack, Brian Eno’s Music for Airports, was a nod to New Age ambience, but also a push for the exhibit’s sponsor—it was one of the first albums featured on Apple Music’s Beats 1 Radio. Andrew Bolton, the Costume Institute’s curator, spoke to how the show’s title was inspired by the 1927 sci-fi cult classic Metropolis (and not last year’s Ex Machina, as many have asked). While the relationship between man and machine, or in this case, haute couture and prêt-à-porter, has generally been posed as a dichotomous one, with this exhibit, Bolton seeks to “suggest a spectrum of practices whereby the hand and the machine are mutual protagonists in solving design problems.” A computer-manipulated, machine-sewn, hand-finished synthetic scuba-knit haute couture wedding dress by Chanel is just one of the highlights. It stands alongside more than 100 pieces that explore the métiers of haute couture (lacework, leather work, embroidery), as well as traditional tailoring and dressmaking. While creations from the Met’s exhibit, which opens
May 5—and which will be shown at the Met Gala on May 3—are sure to flood social media feeds, it’s a rare occurrence when architecture goes viral. A video showing architect Toyo Ito’s Mediatheque library in Sendai, Japan, during the 2011 earthquake did just that. The footage, taken from inside the building, shows the structure shaking and swaying, but intact. It was one of the few buildings that survived the magnitude-9.0 quake. Mediatheque and its legacy grounds MoMA’s latest exhibit, “A Japanese Constellation,” and highlights Ito’s influence on a network of Japanese architects inspired by his non-hierarchical sense of space, use of transparency, and innovative, tech-based construction techniques. Unlike the iconic designs of the late Zaha Hadid or Richard Meier, which are marked with a recognizable signature, there’s an elusiveness to this group’s output. “These architects are very experimental and refuse to take on a single recipe in responding to commissions,” explains the show’s curator Pedro Gadanho. “They work together and share a common language.” “Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology” runs May 5–August 14 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art; metmuseum.org. “A Japanese Constellation: Toyo Ito, SANAA, and Beyond” runs March 13– July 4 at MoMA; moma.org
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CAFÉ SOCIETY Sant ambroeuS Has New York’s art Crowd raisiNg its Paddle for a CHiC seat at sotHebY’s.
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Nestled inside the distinguished global auction house of Sotheby’s Manhattan headquarters is a new Sant Ambroeus, a coffee-bar-cum-café that serves paninis, salads, and famed pastries in pastel-pink boxes. The rich portfolio of the brand, known for beloved and authentic Italian cuisine, has five other New York City locations and a Southampton outpost for the summertime set. While Sant Ambroeus Soho, for example, is a clubhouse for downtown’s elite, the Sotheby’s café is tailor-made for the uptown art and food lover. Imagined by New York-based designer Robert McKinley of Studio Robert McKinley, the café pays homage to the aesthetic of Italian coffee bars in the 1950s while honoring the auction house’s ambience. “One can’t help but be inspired by the abundance of art and objets housed in the storied building,” says McKinley. “The quality and finishes of the design need to appeal to a discerning clientele with an understated elegance.” Indeed. The deep chocolate-brown and pale-pink marble floors are inspired by Giò Ponti’s geometric patterns, and the bar’s custom Murano glass pendants and vintage Murano sconces are shaped like leaves illuminating the wood columns. It’s the perfect setting for New York’s most highbrow cup of brew. Sotheby’s, 1334 York Ave., 10th Floor Terrace, 212-606-7070; santambroeus.com
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page changers! Big-ticket Book contracts—and in one case, a film deal— for young deBut novelists show that puBlishers are taking risks on fresh voices. By Erin rilEy
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Title: The Girls (Random House, June 14) The contract: $2 million for a three-book deal. The story: A teenage girl is drawn into a Mansonlike cult. The buzz: Random House beat out 12 other publishers to acquire the novel, which has already received praise from the likes of Lena Dunham and
Richard Ford, with producer Scott Rudin securing film rights before the book even went to auction. “Emma Cline’s story is so powerful, as are her startlingly acute psychological portraits of girls and their families,” says Kate Medina, EVP, associate publisher, and executive editorial director at Random House. “I love her writing, her language.”
“the GirlS is a novel i wanTed To read boTh fasT, because The sTory is so suspenseful, and slow, so i could savor every word.”
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Title: Sweetbitter (Alfred A. Knopf, May 24) The contract: A high-sixfigure, two-book deal. The story: A young woman comes to New York for the first time and experiences all the seductions of the city through food and wine. The buzz: “It recalls early 20th-century classics—crisp, anthemic, yet elegiac novels like The Great Gatsby
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and The Sun Also Rises,” says Danler’s agent, Melissa Flashman, referencing narratives of the “smalltown wallflower moves to the big city” variety. “We are in a moment where stories must be urgent and have a strong emotional core,” adds Flashman. “If you can write a novel that captures this feeling—to be young and awash in the feast that is New York City—you are tapping a deep vein.”
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Cool la la! (clockwise from top): Le Turtle’s minimalist space provides a blank canvas for innovative dishes, such as kabocha and fresh cheese with endive and rye; old pals and co-owners Taavo Somer (left) and Carlos Quirarte.
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The impossibly cool team at Le Turtle—Taavo Somer (Freemans), Carlos Quirarte (The Smile), and Greg Proechel (former sous chef at Bushwick’s beloved Blanca)—is doing its damnedest to reinvigorate New York’s culinary scene. The goal, says Somer, is to create “a restaurant that is grounded in the moment with an eye
toward the future.” The food, based in classic French techniques, is surely the main draw, but what takes this project from newbie neighborhood bistro to downtown destination is the way all the other elements follow suit. The interior is minimally crafted with mixed materials (think stone, concrete, leather,
and mirrors), and the music reflects the “inventive twists” of the food, says Somer, with contemporary hip hop (French and US), synth, Motown, house, and world all in the mix. Le Turtle is reminiscent of that hidden gem in Paris you are loath to share with your friends, because you somehow think it belongs to you—only to find out
every single one of them has discovered it, too. Somer seems to have had that very idea in mind, adding, “Carlos and I have been friends for the past sixteen years and wanted to create a restaurant where we would want to eat and hang out with our friends.” 177 Chrystie St., 646-9187189; leturtle.fr
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Reel Talk Tribeca Film FesTival cofounder Jane rosenThal gives Gotham a sneak peek at her mustsee flicks from this year’s festival. By Suzanne Charlé Wolves
Written and directed by Bart Froelich. In his senior year, a high school basketball star is offered an athletic scholarship at Cornell—but his father’s gambling addiction threatens to derail everything. “I am blown away by this film—I think it’s Bart’s best,” says Rosenthal. “There’s an intimacy of feeling here, as if you’re eavesdropping on a family moment.” Women Who Kill
Written and directed by Ingrid Jungermann. Two women who have a podcast about female serial killers get involved with someone who may be one. “It’s a thriller that delves into the women’s personal and professional relationships, and what happens when we become so obsessed,” says Rosenthal of the made-in-New-York film. Directed by Jenny Gage. In her first feature-length documentary, Gage follows a group of teenage girls from Brooklyn. The cinema-verité style, says Rosenthal, “navigates that world between being a child and being a young adult.” As a mother who watched her daughter suffer through the college application process, she admits that films about teen angst fascinate her: “At one point in the film, a father turns to his daughter and says, ‘I don’t want you to leave yet, because we’ve spent the last six years arguing,’” Rosenthal laughs. The Tribeca Film Festival runs April 13–24 at various locations across the city; tribecafilm.com/festival.
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Sales of luxury spirits are climbing dramatically, and distillers have responded with ever-more-exclusive products and limited editions to wet the whistles of discriminating drinkers— and provide the ideal
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this Jean-georges Vongerichten restaurant is a magnet for boldface names (even the obamas have stopped by) and downtown creatives who come for an american menu of locally sourced ingredients. 35 E. 18th St., 212-475-5829; abchome.com
AnnisA For her modern american cuisine, chef anita lo crosses culinary borders, adding asian and French flavors with inventive élan. 13 Barrow St., 212-741-6699; annisarestaurant.com
AquAvit this haute-nordic spot earned two michelin stars last year, making chef emma Bengtsson the second woman in america to receive the accolade. 65 E. 55th St., 212-307-7311; aquavit.org
Blue hill dan Barber’s seasonal tasting menus, sourced from his farm in upstate new york, win raves from city foodies. 75 Washington Pl., 212-539-1776; bluehillfarm.com
Bruno PizzA Justin slojkowski and dave gulino serve up unusual wood-fired pizzas in an
industrial-like space. 204 E. 13th St., 212-598-3080; brunopizzanyc.com
BrushstroKe stunning, seasonal kaiseki is a tribeca fave thanks to david Bouley and chefs from Japan’s top culinary school, the tsuji culinary institute. 30 hudson St., 212-791-3771; davidbouley.com
CAFé Boulud a destination restaurant and neighborhood favorite, daniel Boulud’s café features a heady mélange of flavors from foreign shores. 20 E. 76th St., 212-772-2600; cafeboulud.com
CAsA lever combine a landmark space (lever house), art from übercollector aby rosen, and chef mario danieli’s exquisite milanese fare, and you get a restaurant that continues to rank as one of midtown’s most popular. 390 Park ave., 212-888-2700; casalever.com
emPellón CoCinA this alex stupak space focuses on sophisticated mexican dishes, with an extensive menu of tequila and mezcal. 105 First ave., 212-780-0999; empellon.com
the Four seAsons this haven is where new york’s biggest names come to network, do business, and bask in the glow of their fellow diners’ celebrity wattage. 99 E. 52 St., 212-754-9494; fourseasonsrestaurant.com
GrAmerCy tAvern one of the city’s most beautiful restaurants, gramercy also offers the city’s best service. 42 E. 20th St., 212-477-0777; gramercytavern.com
JeAn-GeorGes mr. Vongerichten serves up haute-modern French fare in a jewel-box setting. 1 Central Park West, 212-299-3900; jean-georgesrestaurant.com
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star chef mark ladner has won raves for his gluten-free pastas—including four stars from the New York times. 85 10th ave., 212-497-8090; delposto.com
chef Jung sik yim helms the first stateside korean restaurant to receive two michelin stars. 2 harrison St., 212-219-0900; jungsik.kr
dirty FrenCh southwestern gallic cooking gets a gotham twist. the Ludlow, 180 Ludlow St., 212254-3000; dirtyfrench.com
lAFAyette this landmark space takes the brass out of the brasserie with “French by way of the côte d’azur” cooking. 380
One fOr All! “i designed it specifically with sharing in mind—to me, it’s how mediterranean food is meant to be enjoyed,” says executive chef travis Swikard of the new menu debuting this spring at Boulud Sud. the idea is to allow groups to pass dips, mezze, tapas, flatbreads, and more around the table. With plates such as octopus a la plancha (from northern Spain) and chicken tagine with couscous (morocco), says Swikard, “You can get a taste of every culture in the mediterranean.” 20 W. 64th St., 212-595-1313; bouludsud.com
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The diver scallops at Impero Caffè.
ViVa Roma Celebrity chef Scott Conant recently opened shop within NoMad’s new Innside New York hotel with Impero Caffè. “I wanted to do a restaurant that was casual and fun, while still keeping the spirit of a lively Italian café,” says Conant. The space is divided between the java-fueled café upstairs and the finedining restaurant downstairs. “When I cook and develop ideas for menus, I always try to find a balance between fine dining and the rustic and soulful side of it.” 132 W. 27th St., 212-951-1000; inside-new-york-nomad.hotelsofnewyorkcity.net
Lafayette St., 212-533-3000; lafayetteny.com
The Lambs CLub Culinary star Geoffrey Zakarian does modern American at its best. 132 W. 44th St., 212-997-5262; thelambsclub.com
LoCanda Verde Andrew Carmellini works classical French technique into family-style Italian dishes. 377 Greenwich St., 212-9253797; locandaverdenyc.com
margaux Hip hotelier Sean MacPherson’s fashionista magnet has a Paris bistro vibe and a stylish Mediterranean menu. Marlton Hotel, 5 W. Eighth St., 212-321-0111; margauxnyc.com
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF IMPERO CAFFÈ (IMPERO CAFFÈ)
marTa From the team behind Maialino, this buzzy hotel dining room focuses on Roman-style, super-thin pizzas and rustic Italian entrées. Martha Washington Hotel, 29 E. 29th St., 212-6513800; martamanhattan.com
masa Acclaimed sushi master Masa Takayama specializes in very pricey omakase dinners at this 26-seat restaurant. 10 Columbus Circle, 212-8239800; masanyc.com
The nomad The casual offshoot of Daniel Humm’s famed Eleven Madison Park does seasonal
American with a modern twist. 1170 Broadway, 347-472-5660; thenomadhotel.com
per se Culinary superstar Thomas Keller takes the tasting menu to luxurious heights at this beautifully appointed spot that overlooks Columbus Circle. 10 Columbus Circle, 212-823-9335; perseny.com
rainboW room Over the years, luminaries like Elizabeth Taylor and Cole Porter have wined, dined, and danced at the 65th-floor restaurant. 30 Rockefeller Plaza, 212-632-5000; rainbowroom.com
red roosTer Chef Marcus Samuelsson works with cooking styles that chart Harlem’s history and his own: Southern, Ethiopian, Swedish, Caribbean, Mexican. 310 Lenox Ave., 212-792-9001; redroosterharlem.com
sanTina Coastal Italian eats, expertly prepared by the Carbone team, are offered in a glass-enclosed space. 820 Washington St., 212-2543000; santinanyc.com
seamore’s The Nolita seafood hotspot from restaurateur Michael Chernow (cofounder of The Meatball Shop) has quickly garnered followers like Karlie Kloss and Leandra Medine.
390 Broome St., 212-7306005; seamores.com
semiLLa Semilla’s hyper-seasonal, veggie-centric prix-fixe menu from Per Se vet José Ramírez-Ruiz was one of 2015’s most buzzed-about openings. 160 Havemeyer St., Brooklyn, 718-782-3474; semillabk.com
The spoTTed pig Star chef April Bloomfield mixes up classic Italian, French, and English cooking at one of the city’s bestknown gastropubs. 314 W. 11th St., 212-620-0393; thespottedpig.com
sushi of gari Manhattanites swoon for chef Masatoshi Sugio’s adventurous tasting menus. 402 E. 78th St., 212-517-5340; sushiofgari.com
upLand Perfectly executed pizzas and robust meat dishes are top of mind at Justin Smillie’s California-cool hotspot. 345 Park Avenue South, 212-686-1006; uplandnyc.com
WhiTe sTreeT With media honchos Dan Abrams and Dave Zinczenko at the helm, it’s no wonder the guest list has included everyone from President Obama to Marisa Tomei. 221 West Broadway, 212-9448378; whitestreetnyc.com
BE TRANSFORMED Outlette- a collective of emerging local and international designers. Jewelry to enhance who you are and transform you into whom you want to be. Visit us at our two Manhattan locations. 6 W.23rd Street 285 Mott Street outlettenyc.com
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MUSEUM ExhibitionS The Bronx MuseuM of The ArTs Michelle Stuart made her name as a leading female practitioner of land art in the 1960s and ’70s, but this exhibit shifts attention to her photography. Through June 26, 1040 Grand Concourse, 718-681-6000; bronxmuseum.org
BAR SEINE Bar Seine is located in the Hotel Plaza Athénée and is the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion, enjoy a quiet drink, or entertain a client. Onyx sconces, leather floors, red velvet curtains, and seductive amber lighting lend the bar the atmosphere of an exotic retreat, while the menu features inventive variations on classic drinks and a curated wine list.Bar Seine serves Afternoon Tea daily from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 37 E 64th Street (212) 606-4600 www.plaza-athenee.com
Brooklyn MuseuM “Disguise: Masks and Global African Art” connects the work of 25 contemporary artists with historical African masquerade. Opens April 29, 2000 Eastern Parkway, 718-638-5000; brooklynmuseum.org
Cooper-hewiTT, sMiThsoniAn Design MuseuM Design darling Thome Browne pairs pieces from the museum’s collection with personal items, including 56 pairs of his famous silverplated shoes. Through October 23, 2 E. 91st St., 212-849-8400; cooperhewitt.org
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Paradise,” the third exhibit of the Guggenheim UBS MAP Global Art Initiative, brings together contemporary works of the Middle East and North Africa. Opens April 29, 1071 Fifth Ave., 212-4233575; guggenheim.org
The MorgAn liBrAry Though famous for his disturbing pin-covered boxes, Lucas Samaras also had a dreamlike side, which the Morgan explores with an exhibition of his pastel drawings. Opens May 6, 225 Madison Ave., 212-6850008; themorgan.org
new MuseuM Artist Beatriz Santiago Munõs displays her series of 16mm portraits of anthropologists, activists, and artists working in Haiti and Puerto Rico. Opens April 20, 235 Bowery, 212-2191222; newmuseum.org
whiTney MuseuM of AMeriCAn ArT “Open Plan” converts the museum’s fifth floor into a single, open gallery, featuring experimental artists Cecil Taylor (through April 24) and Steve McQueen (through May 14). 99 Gansevoort St., 212-5703600; whitney.org
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GALLERy ShowS fAusTo MeloTTi The Italian sculptor (1901– 1986) moved freely among plaster, ceramic, and metal to create surrealist structures that defy all conventions of 20th-century Italian art. Opens April 20, Hauser & Wirth, 32 E. 69th St., 212-7944970; hauserwirth.com
ToM wesselMAnn Mitchell-Innes & Nash’s retrospective on one of the major artists of New York’s Pop Art movement is the first since his death in 2004. Opens April 21, 534 W. 26th St., 212-744-7400; miandn.com
JAneT CArDiff AnD george Bures Miller This husband-and-wife duo collaborates on immersive works that draw viewers into disruptive narratives. Through June 11, 531 W. 24th St., 212-206-9100; luhringaugustine.com
ADriAnA VAreJão The Brazilian artist traverses diverse influences—colonial history, theater, baroque art, and the natural sciences—to arrive at her often unsettling works. Opens April 21, Lehmann Maupin, 201 Chrystie St., 212-254-0054; lehmannmaupin.com
Site to be Seen “Frieze Art Fair takes place in a bespoke structure specially designed for experiencing art,” says artistic Director abby Banger of the fair at Randall’s island Park. “[it’s] surrounded by green space and overlooking the east River, so the overall environment is very different from the city’s other fairs.” this year’s 25th-anniversary edition features immersive installations from cecilia alemani and an expanded Spotlight section, which revisits artists who emerged in the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s. May 5–8 at Randall’s Island Park; friezenewyork.com
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Saoirse Ronan (center) in The Crucible.
it’s witchcraft arthur miller’s The Crucible dramatizes the terror of the Salem witch trials, so director ivo van hove decided to plunge the play’s god-fearing christians into the most horrifying vortex imaginable: a middle school classroom, where two-time oscar nominee Saoirse Ronan is the vengeful teenage girl running the show. Ben Whishaw, Sophie okonedo, and ciarán hinds round out the nigh flawless cast. Walter Kerr Theatre, 219 W. 48th St.; thecrucibleonbroadway.com
ONSTAGE new on BRoADwAY AmericAn Psycho Duncan Sheik channels Depeche Mode and New Order in his musical after Bret Easton Ellis’s killing satire of ’80s-era white-collar masculinity. Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, 236 W. 45th St., 212239-6200; americanpsycho themusical.com
BlAckBird Michelle Williams takes on Jeff Daniels in this harrowing two-person drama. Closes June 12, Belasco Theatre, 111 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; blackbirdbroadway.com
Bright stAr Steve Martin gets his bluegrass on in a musical cowritten by Edie Brickell. Cort Theatre, 138 W. 48th St., 212-239-6200; brightstarmusical.com
PhotograPhy by Jan VersweyVeld (the CruCible)
ecliPsed A-plus lister Lupita Nyong’o makes her Broadway debut. Golden Theatre, 252 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; eclipsedbroadway.com
Fully committed Jesse Tyler Ferguson plays more than 40 characters in this comic love-hate letter to the high-end restaurant industry. Lyceum Theatre, 149 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; fullycommittedbroadway.com
hAmilton The first Secretary of the Treasury gets the hip-hop treatment in the runaway hit of the Broadway season. Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 W. 46th St., 877-250-2929; hamiltonbroadway.com
hughie Forest Whitaker makes a high-profile Broadway debut in a Eugene O’Neill classic. Closes June 12, Booth Theatre, 222 W. 45th St., 212-2396200; hughiebroadway.com
long dAy’s Journey into night Speaking of O’Neill, this epic family drama stars Jessica Lange and Gabriel Byrne. American Airlines Theatre, 227 W. 42nd St., 212-7191300; roundabouttheatre.org
on your Feet! Gloria and Emilio Estefan’s life story is told through the music that made them famous. Marquis Theatre, 1535 Broadway, 877-250-2929; onyourfeetmusical.com
shuFFle Along Six-time(!) Tony winner Audra McDonald headlines this revival of the breakthrough African-American musical revue from 1921. Music Box Theatre, 239 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; shufflealongbroadway.com
wAitress Pop-song architect Sara Bareilles brings her incisive balladeering to this musical
after the indie film, with Jessie Mueller in Keri Russell’s role. Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th St., 877-250-2929; waitressthemusical.com
oFFBRoADwAY deAr evAn hAnsen One of the composition teams behind NBC’s Smash brings a new musical to Second Stage. March 26–May 22, Second Stage Theatre, 305 W. 43rd St., 212-246-4422; 2st.com
hAdestown Singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell’s folk opera puts a down-home spin on the Orpheus myth. May 6–June 12, New York Theatre Workshop, 79 E. 4th St., 212-460-5475; nytw.org
skeleton crew This critics’ pick, set in a Motor City auto plant, completes Dominique Morisseau’s Detroit trilogy. May 13–June 19, Atlantic Theater Company, 336 W. 20th St., 866-811-4111; atlantictheater.org
tAming oF the shrew Shakespeare in the Park’s always-free offerings kick off this season with Phyllida Lloyd’s all-female staging of the Bard’s comedic battle of the sexes. May 24–June 26, Delacorte Theater, Central Park, 212-967-7555; publictheater.org
CELEBRATE THE SUMMER OF ROSÉ AT DEL FRISCO’S DOUBLE EAGLE STEAK HOUSE NEW YORK This spring and summer, Del Frisco’s Steak House New York will offer pours of some of the world’s finest rosés available by the glass or bottle on the restaurant’s outdoor patio. Known as one of NYC’s most iconic steak houses, guests of Del Frisco’s can indulge in exclusive cuts of Prime steaks, awardwinning wines and rare pours of unique Armagnac bottles served tableside in an upscale al-fresco dining environment with stunning views of Midtown Manhattan as the backdrop. 1221 Ave of the Americas New York, NY 10036 (212) 575-5129 www.delfriscos.com/steakhouse/new-york
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STYLE OF THE CIT Y
COMING UP ROSES WITH A NEW COLLECTION FROM A BOUQUET OF TOP DESIGNERS, LORD & TAYLOR BLOOMS ANEW BY RECALLING ITS ORIGINAL EMBLEM, THE ROSE.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY CONOR DOHERTY (SOLOMON, OFFICE); COURTESY OF LORD & TAYLOR (BAG, SUNGLASSES, VINTAGE AD)
BY MATT STEWART
Lord & Taylor has long been synonymous with the timeless elegance of the American Beauty rose—ever since President Dorothy Shaver picked the bloom for the company’s logo in 1937, to be exact—but flowers, much like fashion, change with the seasons. “We researched thousands of roses to find the type that best represented the brand’s adventurous spirit and modern approach to fashion,” says current president Liz Rodbell. “The Free Spirit, with its multiple colors and beautiful blooms, felt like just the right fit.” To celebrate the choice, the Free Spirit Rose initiative, helmed by Fashion Director Stephanie Solomon, features exclusive design collaborations with more than 20 of the fashion industry’s most lauded talents, including Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Franco Sarto, and B. Brian Atwood. “Stephanie was the driving force behind the execution of this collection,” says Rodbell. “She pushed the designers and our merchants to create exclusive pieces. The results are outstanding.” The inspiration can be almost literal, as in Franco Sarto’s painterly espadrilles, or sublimated into something decidedly dreamy, like the îî
Petal to the metal: Fashion Director Stephanie Solomon, shown at work in the Lord & Taylor offices (ABOVE LEFT), has helmed the brand’s Free Spirit Rose initiative, which includes the Paris Garance Tote by Karl Lagerfeld ($298) and the Naomi sunglasses by A-Morir ($815). FAR LEFT: A vintage ad with the original American Beauty rose emblem.
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above: A selection of shoes from Lord & Taylor’s new multi-designer collaboration. left: A sketch by Nikki Chasin x Brand Assembly.
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“We researched thousands of roses to find the type that best represented the brand’s adventurous spirit and modern approach to fashion.” —liz rodbell embossed white leather bag by Karl Lagerfeld. Elsewhere, the collection proves that floral prints are anything but homogeneous: Dresses by Lagerfeld, Vince Camuto, Tommy Hilfiger, and Ivanka Trump embrace the bloom’s outlines in splashy colors, amorphous shapes, and large-format lace. “The reason the concept of the rose is so apropos is that it is feminine, multi-layered, and strong,” says Solomon. The idea to reimagine the rose had been germinating with Lord & Taylor’s creative team for some time, until finally fate seemed to demand it. “We began discussing this eight months ago and then went to one runway show during Spring Fashion Week and the entire space was filled with roses,” says Solomon.
“After that we went to the Michael Kors show, and the theme was roses. It was one of those wonderful ‘aha!’ moments.” To complement the initiative’s collaborative designs, Lord & Taylor’s Birdcage shop-in-shop takes the concept beyond the world of fashion. “We stocked The Birdcage with products you can’t find anywhere else—like a rose scent, or a T-shirt with a rose on it—and even took it to the idea of rosé wine,” says Solomon. “The amount of creative freedom that we allowed ourselves with the rose produced many surprises, and [that] has customers coming back again and again—everybody wants to be surprised and delighted.” 424 Fifth Ave., 212-391-3344; lordandtaylor.com
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PhotograPhy by Conor Doherty (Solomon, ShoeS); CourteSy of lorD & taylor (SketCh); CourteSy of CheSterS flower ShoP anD greenhouSeS (roSe)
Say it with flowers: Lord & Taylor’s creative team worked with more than 20 top industry talents, including Michael Kors and Diane von Furstenberg, to explore the design possibilities of the Free Spirit rose (right).
STYLE Accessories
from Way doWnToWn… BanG! Whether you’re shooting hoops or striding sideWalks, sports-inspired accessories score Big this spring. PhotograPhy by Jeff Crawford Styling by faye Power
Influence the outcome wIth attentIongrabbIng metallIcs and all-out whItes. Metallic bag, Dior ($2,050). 21 E. 57th St., 212-931-2950; dior.com. Sandal, Calvin Klein Collection ($895). 654 Madison Ave., 212-292-9000; calvinklein.com
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Set DeSign by Sergio eSteveS
The Game Isn’T GoInG To WIn ITself…
Teamwork makes The Dream work KnocK ’em out with finishing touches: chunKy heels, bold bangles, straightshooting shades, all hues of red, white, and blue. Sandal, Chanel ($1,075). 15 E. 57th St., 212-355-5050; chanel.com. Bar bracelet, Ralph Lauren Collection ($595). 888 Madison Ave., 212-434-8000; ralphlauren.com. Sunglasses, Fendi ($575). Solstice Sunglass Boutique, 48 Ninth Ave., 917-267-5354; solstice sunglasses.com
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STYLE Milestone! “The jewelry is meanT To be in your daily roTaTion and never in your drawer. i love ThaT my clienTs wear Their life on a chain.” —jennifer fisher
Charmed, I’m Sure
Initially yours: Jennifer Fisher (above) is exploring new territory with her enamel collection, which includes these 18-inch pendants ($2,595 each), each with an 18k gold and enamel charm.
A fashion editor’s inbox is routinely flooded with who-wore-what news, and one day this past winter, Saoirse Ronan, Dakota Johnson, Chanel Iman, Chrissy Teigen, and Adriana Lima were all photographed sporting Jennifer Fisher. Marry that with Fisher’s personal Instagram account—piled high with splashy photos of Rihanna, Ariana
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Grande, Margot Robbie, Karolina Kurkova, and Gwyneth Paltrow all layered in her gems— and you’re beginning to get the picture: Her cool Gothic charms are A-list magnets. “The jewelry is meant to be in your daily rotation and never in your drawer,” Fisher notes. “I love that my clients wear their life on a chain.” She’s amassed
quite the fan base who do just that, and to mark her 10th year in the business, a capsule collection was in order. “To commemorate my anniversary, I wanted to introduce a new category to my core collection,” she says, explaining her stunning foray into enamel with a two-piece collection consisting of a pendant and a signet ring
adorned with flora and a talisman. “This will not only introduce a new customer base to my line,” says the business-minded broker of bold gold charms and pavéencrusted rock ’n’ roll pieces, “but also bring a breath of fresh air to my existing customers.” Mission accomplished! 103 Fifth Ave., 888-255-0640; jenniferfisherjewelry.com
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PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF JENNIFER FISHER
Jewelry designer Jennifer fisher toasts 10, with a capsule collection of magical enamel pieces. By Samantha yankS
STYLE EXCLUSIVE
Well-heeled: Georgina Chapman (left) and Keren Craig, whose flowing, ever-elegant gowns have become red carpet-mandatory, are debuting a line of fanciful footwear, including the Edith bootie in black suede (below, $1,095).
If the shoe fIts…
Known for red carpetfavorite gowns and accessories, Marchesa enters the world of footwear with highfashion heels and chic flats a year in the making. Here, we chat with the brand’s founders and design duo Georgina Chapman, wife of Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein, and Keren Craig about their latest foot fetish.
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Why footwear? “Customers and retailers alike have requested we expand into footwear. It’s incredibly exciting to finally fulfill that goal.”—kc The Marchesa difference: “We thought about bringing the Marchesa signature [look] to every part of the designs, from threedimensional laser-cut floral detailing to delicate ribbon ties.”—gc On women and shoes:
“A great shoe is empowering—it can make a woman feel confident and glamorous. It changes the way you feel when you enter a room.”—kc Flats or heels? “Heels! Putting on a beautiful heel is transformative. It instantly makes me feel polished.”—gc Heels are . “Heels are a wardrobe essential!”—gc Available at modaoperandi.com
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Fashion powerhouse Marchesa gets a(nother) Foot in the door with its First-ever luxury shoe collection. By ramona saviss
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ABOVE, FAR LEFT: Isabel Marant’s spring looks have a French bohemian edge.
CENTER COLUMN: Sonia Rykiel’s new boutique is the perfect backdrop for spring dresses (ABOVE, CENTER) and the new Le Copain bag (ABOVE, LEFT). TOP AND BOTTOM RIGHT: Saint James segues into summer with nautical stripes.
VIVE LA FRANCE! GALLIC CHARM IS AGAIN THE NE PLUS ULTRA OF UPPER EAST SIDE STYLE. BY LISA FERRANDINO
Strut down Madison Avenue this season, and you may just find yourself on the shores of Normandy, at a café along Avenue Montaigne, or inside a nostalgic Parisian townhouse—all courtesy of three recently opened boutiques on the city’s hottest thoroughfare. Isabel Marant’s (23 E. 67th St., 212-2492019; isabelmarant.com)
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French-chic-gone-global spring line of eccentric and bohemian pieces is displayed in 1,700 square feet of space in a pre-war townhouse that nods to the 1940s. Saint James’s (41 E. 78th St., 646-422-1190; saint jamesboutique.com) quintessential Breton stripes, nautical heritage pieces, and specialized Remaillage process
(specific to their seaman sweaters) are now available in the new Upper East Side location, where knits reign. Julie de Libran, the creative director of Sonia Rykiel (816 Madison Ave., 212-3963060; soniarykiel.com), has conceptualized the brand’s new store with artist Andre Saraiva and Thomas Lenthal: A
playful themed carpet and lacquer walls transport shoppers to a Parisian café, where 15,000 vintage books line the walls. Highlights from the collection include the new quilted Le Copain bag and a sequined dress that can go, de Libran says, “from a Saint-Germain-des-Prés café to a gallery opening downtown!”
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY GETTY IMAGES (ISABEL MARANT RUNWAY); COURTESY OF SAINT JAMES; COURTESY OF SONIA RYKIEL
STYLE TREND
STYLE RUNWAY
SLEEP NO MORE FROM DIOR TO CÉLINE, BOUDOIR-INSPIRED LOOKS FLOODED THIS YEAR’S PARIS RUNWAYS. IN TURN, LINGERIE BRANDS ARE CREATING PIECES WITH MAJOR DAYTIME POTENTIAL. BY ERIN RILEY
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Sheer madness: At the 2016 Spring/ Summer ready-towear shows, Dior featured sheer separates (HERE), while Céline flaunted lingerie-inspired slip dresses and camisoles (BOTTOM LEFT). BELOW AND LEFT: Negative’s versatile bodysuit works underneath a jacket... or in the bedroom.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY NEGATIVE UNDERWEAR (BODYSUIT IMAGES); CATWALKING/GETTY IMAGES (DIOR, CÉLINE)
“I design all my collections with the view that they will be shown off—with or without clothes,” says Sarah Shotton, creative director at Agent Provocateur (675 Madison Ave., 212-840-2436; agentprovocateur.com). The spring collection, which draws inspiration from the French countryside, is rendered in silks and leavers lace. In addition to the brand’s signature slips, Shotton suggests getting playful with the Annoushka bra, which features intricate lace that reaches up to the collarbone in a ’70s-style halter-neck cut. “It can be used to enhance any outfit as subtly, or unsubtly, as you wish,” she adds. Lauren Schwab and Marissa Vosper, the founders of Negative (631-316-8641; negativeunderwear .com), launched their brand of chic, well-constructed pieces in 2010 because they felt that choices were either too fussy or too basic. “It’s exciting to see lingerie infiltrate more of the fashion conversation,” they say. This spring, Vosper suggests sporting their bodysuit—designed with daywear in mind. “Everything [else on the market] seemed to fall into either the simple foundation pieces or the pieces that felt very bedroom,” says Vosper, who likes to pair hers with a highwaisted jean or pencil skirt, or wear it underneath a shirt. Layers have never looked so enticing.
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Preppy-chic designer Tory Burch (left) has opened Tory Sport (above) in Flatiron, an “athleisure” concept with a retro-surf vibe.
“The space combines The clean lines of scandinavian design wiTh The casual vibe of a ’70s surf lodge.”—tory
Game, Set, and match! The tennis dress with a dropped waist is one of Burch’s favorite pieces from the spring collection.
Tory Burch’s retro-chic line of athletic wear, Tory SporT, gets a permanent arena in flatiron. By Erin rilEy
“I have always lived a very active lifestyle, and it was incredibly hard to find things I wanted to wear,” says Tory Burch about her desire to launch her own “athleisure” line, Tory Sport, last September. “I kept going back to pieces from high school and college.” Even into her 30s, the designer would still pull pieces from her time as captain of her high school’s varsity tennis team for matches at her court in Southampton. Following the success of the brand’s pop-up in Nolita, Burch has unveiled a 3,900-square-foot flagship in Flatiron. “The space combines the clean lines of Scandinavian design with the casual vibe of a ’70s surf lodge,” says Burch,
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49, whose love of tennis is apparent throughout, right down to the leather handrails that suggest the grips of old-school tennis rackets. With a spring collection inspired by retro activewear (think bright hues and color-blocking patterns) and plenty of bags, shoes, and accessories (for running, studio, tennis, swim, golf, and “coming and going”—her name for transitional wear), it’s safe to say that Burch will no longer be at a loss when it comes to court whites. Says the designer, “I especially love our tennis dress with the dropped waist, the track suit, and the Coolmax cashmere V-neck!” 129 Fifth Ave., 212-777-2226; torysport.com
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STYLE Shop TAlk
The guru of whiTe shirTs, Anne FontAine, moves To manhaTTan wiTh granD PLans for her maDison avenue bouTique. By Lisa Ferrandino
French designer Anne Fontaine has felt passionately about her core business item, that undeniably perfect white shirt, since launching her brand in 1993. Today her collection has expanded globally, with shops in Paris and Florence and a current high-octane collection of 150 shirts a season. This spring, nature and feminine details are at the core of the collection, and her inspiration is none other than New York, where Fontaine has recently relocated with her family from Paris. The decision, says the entrepreneur, was motivated by reasons both professional and personal. “We made the move to be closer to the market, but also for our children to learn a new culture,” says Fontaine. Right now, this whiz of chic whites is dreaming of turning an old building into her new studio, and plans to unveil more surprises at her Madison Avenue location. “The New York woman is very sophisticated,” says the designer of her latest muse. “She can have several looks in the same day, and adapts to each situation. The white shirt is perfect for that.” Bien sur. 837 Madison Ave., 212-9888081; annefontaine.com
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Anne Fontaine is wearing the Sagane shirt ($295), available at the brand’s Madison Avenue boutique.
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“The New York womaN caN have several looks iN The same daY, aNd adapTs To each siTuaTioN. The whiTe shirT is perfecT for ThaT.” —anne fontaine
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CHEMISES EN SCÈNE
SEND THE BEAUTY SHE DESERVES This Mother’s Day, say thank you with an exquisite display of floral art. From something exotic and unique, to feminine and familiar, the Mother’s Day Collection by Winston Flowers is designed to celebrate the wonderful qualities of the women we call Mom.
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TOUCH AND GO MAKEUP SALONS HELMED BY THE CITY’S MOST STYLISH WOMEN ARE THE NEW BLOW-DRY BARS—AND THEY EVEN COME TO YOU. BY CHRISTINA CLEMENTE
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Stephanie March, shown, founded Rouge New York (RIGHT) to provide a beauty boost for on-the-go women.
“For me it was love at first sight,” says Blushington president Natasha Cornstein, shown, of the first time she stepped into one of the salons (LEFT).
Lauren Remington Platt, shown, is embracing the Uber delivery model with her Vensette app (RIGHT).
PHOTOGRAPHY BY JAMIE MCCARTHY/WIREIMAGE (MARCH); SARA MECHLING (ROUGE); COURTESY OF BLUSHINGTON (CORNSTEIN); SHUTTERSTOCK (PHONE); COURTESY OF VENSETTE (PLATT); COURTESY OF BLUSHINGTON (BLUSHINGTON)
Excluding department stores, where can a woman go for a quick touchup or some cameraready pampering? Thanks to a clutch of new services, there are plenty of answers. Rouge New York (locations in Soho and midtown; rougeny.com), founded by actress Stephanie March and celebrity makeup artist Rebecca Perkins, is the working woman’s equivalent to a starlet’s glam team. “Some women are in no rush, and some have 15 minutes,” says Perkins. “Whichever it is, we are never going to jam you into a cookie-cutter look.” Los Angeles transplant Blushington (blushington.com) has expanded with a salon in Manhattan’s Le Parker Meridien (which just so happens to already house a Drybar). With a look book of six styles—including the natural Pure & Simple and the sultry Smoke & Mirrors—Blushington is right at home in the New York market. If you’d rather have the makeup come to you, the Ubers of the beauty world are at your soon-to-be-polished fingertips. The GlamSquad app will have a hairstylist, makeup artist, or manicurist at a client’s place of choice in as little as 90 minutes. Lauren Remington Platt’s Vensette has also embraced the delivery model. “If I can get a dress delivered the same day and order a car with the push of a button, why couldn’t I have the same for beauty services?” asks Platt. Well, now you can.
STYLE watch
This Grappoli S10 in white gold by de Grisogono (left; price on request) is set with 994 briolette-cut apatites and white diamonds with brilliant-cut Paraiba tourmalines in a “snow setting.” It features a quartz movement and an icy white galuchat strap with a gold clasp set with Paraiba. De Grisogono, 824 Madison Ave., 212-439-4220; degrisogono.com The Crazy Flower Full Baguette wristwatch by Breguet (below; price on request) has an 18k whitegold case created in the brand’s signature Reine de Naples oval shape, and is set with 615 perfect diamonds that total more than 82
Time To Bloom This spring, some of The world’s finesT waTchmakers offer new York women gorgeous bouqueTs of gemsTone blossoms. By Aldous Tuck
As flowers bud and floral fashions emerge, artfully crafted women’s watches that harken to the grandeur of the garden are springing up on wrists across the city. From dials featuring sculpted flowers rendered in Grand Feu enamel to timepieces hand-set with petals of baguette diamonds, these objets d’art offer intricate gemstone and diamond designs that rival their natural muses, while maintaining their status as highly crafted machines from the world’s finest makers.
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carats. The 193 baguette diamonds on the petals have a mobile setting, allowing them to move in the breeze. Wempe, 700 Fifth Ave., 212-3979000; breguet.com Roger Dubuis debuted the Blossom Velvet (above; $80,900) at this year’s SIHH Swiss watch fair to rave reviews. The white-gold bezel and lugs are set with approximately 1.90 carats of brilliant-cut diamonds. The self-winding mechanical caliber has a 48-hour power reserve. This watch is limited to 88 pieces. Wempe, 700 Fifth Ave., 212-397-9000; rogerdubuis.com For more watch features and expanded coverage, go to gotham-magazine.com/ watches-and-jewelry.
STYLE JEWELRY
“I caught a glImpse of the ocean and then spent two sleepless nIghts workIng on thIs desIgn.”
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Glam slam: Misahara’s Lepa Galeb-Roskopp (above left) was inspired by the ocean in the design for the Cali Dreamin’ necklace (above right), which is set with brilliant natural yellow and pink diamonds.
rock of ages
InspIratIon derIved from the four corners of the world drIves Misahara’s global aesthetIc. By Matt Stewart
From New York to California, Porto Montenegro to Moscow, Lepa Galeb-Roskopp’s travels each year inform her imaginative designs for Misahara, a brand that has captured the attention of New York style setters since its boutique opened here last year. “Pieces have to have a story,” says the jewelry designer as
she calls attention to the exquisite Cali Dreamin’ necklace of fancy yellow, pink, and white diamonds and emeralds set in 18k yellow and rose gold. “This came to me while I was surfing in Laguna Beach. After the second set of waves went over, I caught an amazing glimpse of the ocean and then spent two sleepless
nights working on the design.” Another showstopper is the Camelot Pearlescent, an intricate piece of body jewelry made of champagne pearls, citrines, white diamonds, and pink sapphires. “I love pearls,” says Galeb-Roskopp of the one-of-a-kind piece, “but was determined to use them in a bohemian
way.” 2016 will be a busy year for Misahara as it partners with Neiman Marcus in California and Palm Beach and announces several other initiatives. Says GalebRoskopp, “This is a very exciting time for us!” Misahara at the Shops at the Plaza Hotel, 1 West 58th St., 212-371-7050; misahara.com
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style: the guide Gotham picks New York’s fiNest fashioN, jewelrY, watches, aNd more!
Acne StudioS shop this swedish creative collective’s hipster-loved denim and minimalist readyto-wear. 33 Greene St., 212334-8345, 212-633-0002; acnestudios.com
Alice + oliviA the contemporary crowd can’t get enough of the brand’s deft mix of seasonal items and wardrobe staples. 755 madison ave., 646-5452895; aliceandolivia.com
ANNE FONTAINE: INSPIRED BY NATURE The 2016 Spring Summer Collection draws inspiration from Nature; a theme close to Anne’s heart. Anne’s dedication to the environment has been expressed through her designs and the creation of the ANNE FONTAINE FOUNDATION, which was founded in 2010. This collection draws direct influence from nature’s most muted and awe-inspiring elements. Rockefeller Center 610 Fifth Avenue NY, NY 10020 Upper East Side 837 Madison Avenue NY, NY 10021 ANNEFONTAINE.COM
Anne FontAine this parisian designer is famous for her essential wear-everywhere white shirt. 837 madison ave., 212-9888081; annefontaine.com
BArneyS new york the luxury retailer returns to its original 1920s home in chelsea with a 55,000-squarefoot, five-floor flagship. 101 Seventh ave.; barneys.com
Billy reid
madison avenue location. 650 madison ave., 212-371-5511; bottegaveneta.com
over the globe. 402 W. Broadway, 212-966-3487; dsquared2.com
BrookS BrotherS
eileen FiSher
design darling Zac posen lends expertise to classic american sportswear as the brand’s new creative director. 1180 madison ave., 212-289-5027; brooksbrothers.com
a pioneer within the eco-chic movement, eileen fisher began using organic cotton and natural fibers over 10 years ago. 1039 madison ave., 212-879-7799; eileenfisher.com
Brunello cucinelli
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leonardo dicaprio and prince william are fans of this luxury italian label’s streamlined shapes in mineral shades. 134 Greene St., 212-334-1010; brunellocucinelli.com
a luxury italian label offering men’s clothing, tailored suits, shoes, accessories, and fragrances. 663 Fifth ave., 212-421-4488; zegna.com
cAnAli the choice for leading men from the big screen to city streets, canali specializes in made-to-measure menswear. 625 madison ave., 212-7523131; canali.com
cArolinA herrerA
stock up on southern-cool staples at the cfda favorite’s west Village boutique. 94 Charles St., 646-461-6427; billyreid.com
elegant silhouettes get pops of color in the iconic designer’s jewel box of a boutique. 802 madison ave., 212-744-2076; carolinaherrera.com
BottegA venetA
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as a precursor to the opening of its first New York maison store, this italian powerhouse just moved into a sprawling
the brand’s fashion-forward styles have appeared everywhere from madonna’s music videos to catwalks all
gucci luxury italian clothing and accessories get a twist from recently installed creative director alessandro michele. 725 Fifth ave., 212-8262600; gucci.com
hAdleigh’S this dallas-based clothier recently unveiled its first-ever New York city location. 989 madison ave., 646-964-5211; hadleighs.com
Jimmy choo choo’s sky-high strappy sandals may be the most recognizable, but the brand’s handbags and leather goods are just as coveted. 645 Fifth ave., 212-593-0800; jimmychoo.com
Back to Black to commemorate the return to its original 1920s home in chelsea, Barneys New York has launched a capsule collection exclusive to the new flagship. the GL Black XO (Exclusively Ours) collection, inspired by actor and painter greg Lauren’s signature style, is rendered in all black and includes 11 ready-to-wear pieces and accessories. “our merchant team worked very closely with our designers to create special capsules for the return to the original downtown location,” says tom Kalenderian, executive vice president and general merchandise manager of men’s and chelsea passage. 101 Seventh Ave., 646-264-6400; barneys.com
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FASHION
To Love and ReTuRn Following a successful pop-up at the St. Regis, Armarium— an invite-only, on-loan service that gives access to carefully curated designer pieces—is launching an app and website. “the armarium woman is extremely busy and maybe doesn’t have time to put together various looks in her wardrobe,” says cofounder trisha gregory. “We offer a way to Cofounders Trisha Gregory (left) and Alexandra Lind Rose
that she may not have had access to before.” Showroom by appointment only, 1 E. 52nd St., 646-580-7464; armarium.com
Jitrois
La perLa
This French design house is celebrated for its expert work with luxury leathers. 959 Madison Ave., 917-2390933; jitrois.com
Founded in 1954 by Italian corset-maker Ada Masotti, La Perla now offers everything from swimwear to perfume. 803 Madison Ave., 212-5700050; laperla.com
on everything from tuxedos to tennis skirts. Women’s and Home Flagship, 888 Madison Ave., 212-4348000; Men’s Flagship, 867 Madison Ave., 212-606-2100; ralphlauren.com
John VarVatos The designer’s love of Motor City rock ’n’ roll is apparent in his trendy, tailored menswear. 765 Madison Ave., 212-7602414; johnvarvatos.com
Louis Vuitton
saKs FiFth aVenue
Monogrammed leather bags and luxury trunks galore. 661 Fifth Ave., 212-605-9910; louisvuitton.com
Kate spade
michaeL Kors
The Fifth Avenue store has stood as a pillar of New York’s fashion industry since 1924. 611 Fifth Ave., 212-7534000; saksfifthavenue.com
Stop by the VIP Salon to try on the latest collection with a glass of Champagne in hand. 789 Madison Ave., 212-9880259; katespade.com
Every season caters to the designer’s glamorous, jet-set-chic clientele. 601 Fifth Ave., 212-582-2444; michaelkors.com
Kit and ace
muLBerry
Founded by fabric designer Shannon Wilson, a former head designer for Lululemon, Kit and Ace specializes in technical cashmere. 255 Elizabeth St., 844-548-6223; kitandace.com
Since launching in the 1970s, the brand has become synonymous with premier leather handbags and luggage. 605 Madison Ave., 212-256-0632; mulberry.com
LaLique
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experiment with new, young designers and emerging brands
qiViuK
The French master of all things crystal has added Rêve d’Infini, an ultra-feminine scent, to its fragrance house. 609 Madison Ave., 212-3556550; lalique.com
The knitwear company specializes in clothing made in it namesake material, a superfine fiber from the inner down of a musk ox. 40 E. 58th St., 212-826-3388; qiviuk.com
Lands’ end
rag & Bone
Since former Dolce & Gabbana President Federica Marchionni took the helm last year, this catalogue brand has received a stylish update. 650 Fifth Ave., 212-247-9351; landsend.com
American staples get the British tailoring treatment at this in-demand label. 182 Columbus Ave., 212-3627138; rag-bone.com
raLph Lauren Since its inception in 1968, the label has put its stamp
saLVatore Ferragamo The Italian luxury lifestyle brand is favored by New York socialites and investment bankers. 655 Fifth Ave., 212-759-3822; ferragamo.com
smythson From Grace Kelly to Sigmund Freud, the British brand has been the longtime choice for quality leather goods. 4 W. 57th St., 212-265-4573; smythson.com
tomas maier Browse casual essentials within a chic 19th-century townhouse in the West Village. 407 Bleecker St., 212-5478383; tomasmaier.com
tory Burch Chic patterns and relaxed, easy silhouettes make Tory Burch an enduring favorite of Manhattan’s glitterati. 797 Madison Ave., 212-510-8371; toryburch.com
REINSTEIN | ROSS, GOLDSMITHS Colorful precious gems and luxurious high karat gold – Reinstein | Ross has it all for any occasion. Both of their locations house a showroom of their fashionable jewelry and a workshop– Madison Avenue near the Met Breuer, and in the MeatPacking District near the Whitney Museum. Visit them to peruse their collections, or drop in and talk to them about custom work. It’s a fun experience to have a ring, or delicate summer necklace designed and handfabricated specially for you. Madison Avenue Store and Workshop 29 East 73rd Street (at Madison Avenue) 212.772.1901 Downtown Store, Workshop and Gallery 30 Gansevoort Street (at Hudson Street) 212.226.4513 ReinsteinRoss.com
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Shopping ScentS in celebration of one of new York’s favorite shopping destinations, Bond No. 9 debuts madison avenue, a perfume inspired by the high-fashion stretch between 57th and 96th Streets. the scent, which debuts this month, is a fresh chypre, a mix of citrus and woody accents with fruity top notes. the modish fragrance matches its packaging—a pink lilac-colored bottle adorned with a button-like logo. 897 Madison Ave., 212-794-4480; bondno9.com
For the 2017 Limited Edition flacon, the House of LALIQUE revisits one of its founder’s most celebrated creations, the ‘Bacchantes’ vase, designed in 1927. In this dazzling work of art, the lush splendor of the seductive ‘Bacchantes’ motif is enhanced by a sculptural flacon, crowned with a stopper in the shape of an inverted cupola, shimmering with the amber reflections of the fragrance. Fruity notes liven up this intoxicating ballet of fragrances with tart and musky blackberry, bright green blackcurrant leaf and suave, curvy-fleshed pear. Retail price $1,800 Available at Neiman Marcus Roosevelt Field
JEWELRY & WATCHES 40NiNe Watch A unique collection of colorful sport watches for men and women. Danielle B Jewelers, 871 Seventh Ave., 212-459-1400; teno.com
aurélie BidermaNN This French jeweler recently opened a shop on Madison Avenue with an exclusive capsule collection. 957 Madison Ave., 212-628-2125; aureliebidermann.com
Bulova Bulova made history in 1960 with Accutron, the world’s first fully electronic watch. Allen M Jewelers, 668 Lexington Ave., 212-3088550; bulova.com
david YurmaN Jewelry designer David Yurman is famous for his signature cable bracelet. 712 Madison Ave., 212-752-4255; davidyurman.com
de GrisoGoNo Founder and creative director Fawaz Gruosi creates pieces that contrast generous volumes with sensual lines. 824 Madison Ave., 212-439-4220; degrisogono.com
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ForevermarK Each Forevermark diamond is beautiful, rare, and responsibly sourced. De Beers Diamond Jewellers, 703 Fifth Ave., 212-9060001; debeers.com
hermès Since 2001 Pierre Hardy has created jewelry designs that put a modern spin on the brand’s equestrian heritage. 691 Madison Ave., 212-7513181; hermes.com
jeNNiFer Fisher This celebrity jewelry designer specializes in architectural cuffs and stackable rings. 103 Fifth Ave., 888-255-0640; jenniferfisherjewelry.com
laNciaNi travel jeWelrY Each piece is plated with three layers of yellow, white, or oxidized gold, and hand set with cubic zirconia stones. 826 Lexington Ave., 212-832-2092; lanciani.com
lj cross Jeweler Lisa Jackson creates pieces that convey laidback luxury. 994 Madison Ave., 212-472-5050; ljcrossny.com
misahara Designer Lepa GalebRoskopp is influenced by her Slavic background and multicultural lifestyle. The
Shops at the Plaza Hotel, 1 W. 58th St., 212-371-7050; misahara.com
Paul morelli This jeweler remained Bergdorf Goodman Jewelry Salon’s best-kept secret until opening a stand-alone shop in 2014. 895 Madison Ave., 212-5854200; paulmorelli.com
reiNsteiN/ross, Goldsmiths The jeweler is known for contemporary designs rendered with ingots of 18k to 22k gold. 29 E. 73rd St., 212722-1901; reinsteinross.com
saNjaY KasliWal Sanjay Kasliwal and his expert artisans are masters at traditional Indian enameling techniques. 971 Madison Ave., 212-9881511; sanjaykasliwal.com
tourNeau A certified retailer for top brands like Rolex, Patek Philippe, and its namesake watches since 1900. 510 Madison Ave., 212-758-5830; tourneau.com
WemPe jeWelers Since debuting in New York City in 1980, Wempe has been recognized as one of the world’s leading purveyors of fine timepieces and jewels. 700 Fifth Ave., 212-397-9000; wempe.com
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LALIQUE 2017 BACCHANTES LIMITED EDITION PERFUME BOTTLE
BEAUTY & FiTnEss
under-an-hour, high-intensity training workouts, has locations in Flatiron and on the UES. 31 W. 19th St., 646-
Beauty RX
850-0469; fhittingroom.com
Concocted by esteemed dermatologist Dr. Neal Schultz, the wide-ranging collection includes an at-home glycolic peel kit, available at his eponymous UES clinic. 1130 Park Ave., 212-369-2966; beautyrx.com
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Caudalie Busy New Yorkers needn’t fret: The Express Facial, a 30-minute, radianceboosting treatment, is exclusive to the West Village boutique. 315 Bleecker St., 212-308-3552; us.caudalie.com
CoRnelia Spa Buried within The Surrey, this pied-a-terre-style spa is the first on the East Coast to offer Somadome, the world’s most advanced meditation system. 20 E. 76th St., 646-358-3600; corneliaspaatthesurrey.com
eRno laSZlo Relax with a bespoke facial at the exclusive Soho Spa. 382 W. Broadway, 212-3004111; ernolaszlo.com.
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The boutique fitness studio, which specializes in
The classic fragrance house introduces a fresh and crisp new scent in the form of Nashi Blossom. 10 Columbus Circle, 212-315-9787; jomalone.com
Joey healy eyeBRow Studio Get your brows pampered or stock up on the latest grooming products at the celebrity guru’s new East Village studio. 51 University Pl., 212-477-2444; joeyhealy.com
moRoCCanoil The argan-based beauty brand—which has ventured into skincare with extensive body and suncare lines—just released a Texture Collection for hair. BeSu Salon & Day Spa, 234 Third Ave., 212-420-6565; moroccanoil.com
natuRa BiSSé The Barcelona-born brand offers decadent treatments like the popular Diamond Rose Red Carpet Facial at the Julien Farel Restore Salon & Spa. 540 Park Ave., 212-8888988; julienfarel.com
natuRopathiCa ChelSea Sample from an array of herbal tonics and elixirs at the center’s Vitality Bar. 127 W. 26st St., 646-979-3960; naturopathica.com
peloton Try out the at-home, technologically advanced indoor bike at the flagship studio in Chelsea. 140 W. 23rd St., 646-277-4497; pelotonchelsea.com
Rouge ny Thanks to actress Stephanie March and makeup-artist-tothe-stars Rebecca Perkins, New Yorkers now have the makeup equivalent of a blowout bar. 220 E. 60th St., 212-320-9800; rougeny.com
SiSley The brand’s West Village boutique offers an array of antiaging spa treatments in a private back room. 343 Bleecker St., 212-645-1013; sisley-paris.com
SkinCeutiCalS Choose from the brand’s exclusive treatment menu at Dr. Julie Russak’s office, or try the new antiaging moisturizer Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2. 115 E. 57th St., Ste. 1220, 646-873-7546; russakdermatology.com
Skin Deep
LANCIANI TRAVEL JEWELRY This natural baroque pearl flower pin is set with a blue topaz center and multicolor semi-precious stones. It is part of a gorgeous collection of statement pins that will be available this spring at Lanciani Travel Jewelry. Each pin is one of a kind and hand made in Italy. Make sure to visit Lanciani and view their entire assortment. 826 LEXINGTON AVE, between 63-64 Street tel: 212.832.2092
Luxe Swiss brand Valmont is showing its charitable side in a partnership with ONE DROP, a foundation providing sustain-
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able access to safe water. giving new meaning to the brand’s hydration line, Valmont has pledged to donate five dollars
Shown: P612 $885
with every purchase of a product from the line through June 30. the collection, which contains Valmont’s exclusive triple Dna for optimal hydration, has just launched the moisturebinding Sermulsion, a hybrid between a serum and facial cream, available at the brand’s eponymous spa at hotel Plaza athénée. 37 E. 64th St., 212-606-4675; plaza-athenee.com
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Dress, Polo Ralph Lauren ($498). 711 Fifth Ave., 646-774-3900; ralphlauren.com. Abstract line choker, Jennifer Fisher ($1,475). Barneys New York, 660 Madison Ave., 212-826-8900; barneys.com OPPOSITE PAGE: Tulle embroidered gown, Valentino ($38,900). 693 Fifth Ave., 212-355-5811; valentino.com. Bodysuit, La Perla ($498). 803 Madison Ave., 212-570-0050; laperla.com
BLONDE AMBITION
IN HER RECORD-BREAKING NEW DRAMA SERIES, BILLIONS, ACTRESS MALIN A ERMAN PROVES YOU CAN NEVER BE TOO RICH—OR TOO RUTHLESS. by JILL SIERACKI photography by TONY DURAN
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alin Akerman’s 2-year-old son, Sebastian, is napping, and the multi-tasking actress is using the quiet time to talk about her hit Showtime series Billions. It’s a perfect parallel—and total contrast—to the character she plays on the show, Lara Axelrod, a polished mom who is also a cutthroat in Chanel clothing. “Living vicariously through Lara Axelrod is fantastic; she’s one hard cookie,” says Akerman, 37, of her character, who kicks off the first episode by threatening a 9/11 widow who only considers writing slanderous things about Lara’s hedge fund husband, Billy “Axe” Axelrod, played by Homeland’s Damian Lewis. Rounding out the acclaimed cast is Paul Giamatti as US attorney Chuck Rhoades, who is determined to bring down Lewis’s Axelrod, and Maggie Siff (Sons of Anarchy) as Rhoades’s wife as well as the in-office shrink at Axelrod’s hedge fund. The show’s debut attracted a record-breaking 2.99 million viewers—the cable network’s best original-series premiere, topping the previous titleholder, Ray Donovan. “Billions has been the biggest learning experience,” says Akerman, who previously had worked primarily in comedies, like Couples Retreat, The Comeback, and the short-lived series Trophy Wife. “I’m so inspired by working with Damian Lewis. I’m so inspired by his preparation and the way he approaches his role and how he shows up at work. It really makes me want to work harder and do better. I think he’s, to date, the one person who’s really making me grow as an actor and a human being.” Here the actress opens up about the similarities between Wall Street and Hollywood and what it’s like to play around in Billions’ world of big money. What attracted you to Billions? It’s the type of show that I like to watch; I’m a big fan of Breaking Bad and House of Cards. I’ve done so much comedy in my life, so I was actively seeking something a little different from what I normally do. The main reason for me really was the female characters—they’re strong, powerful women. They’re no pushovers, and I really wanted to play that. From the show’s creators to its cast, there are some big power players involved with Billions. What was that experience like? I remember sitting at the first table read with Brian Koppelman, David Levien, and Andrew Ross Sorkin, who are the show’s creators, and they’re extremely intelligent people. They know a lot about a world that I have no idea about. I’m looking around the room, and it’s all these fabulous New York theater actors and everyone’s just really good, so it’s definitely an intimidating thing, but also it just felt right. I went, “It’s time to
“The female characTers [in billions] are sTrong, powerful women. They’re no pushovers, and i really wanTed To play ThaT.”
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grow up, here I am, and this is my opportunity.” And I really loved it. Did you follow the news during the economic crisis? It’s so in your face, so you read bits and pieces about it, you have discussions, but never in depth like this. It’s a subject matter that I’m not 100 percent familiar with, and it’s been a learning experience. Having said that, reading it, you appreciate so much what’s happening. You understand the power. It was like the first time watching House of Cards, because there’s so much political jargon and it moves fast, but by episode three you’re in it, and you don’t necessarily need to understand every reason or every beat. I think [with Billions] people will find the rhythm of the show and will appreciate it in that way. You grew up outside this lifestyle in Toronto, as the daughter of a model and an insurance broker. So how did you connect with your character? I’m definitely not as rough around the edges [as Lara]; she’s a fighter, she’s very driven, and she does whatever it takes to make things happen. The parallel for me was she will fight to the death for her family, and I feel the same way. You become a momma bear when you become a mother. I grew up sort of the same way [as Lara], where I come from very humble beginnings and I’ve really worked hard to get to where I’m at today. Being in Hollywood, you’re obviously living a more affluent lifestyle than many people, but what was it like to get to play around in, as the show tactfully puts it, “f--k you, money” territory? It’s crazy! It’s beautiful and amazing, but to me it feels overwhelming. Yes, I probably live better than some people, and less than others, but [my home is] a very quaint house. [The Axelrods’ Hamptons mansion] feels so far-fetched from who I actually am and the things I appreciate. I definitely don’t need that kind of a lifestyle, and at the same time, it’s so exciting and interesting and intriguing to be there. After so many comedies, did it feel strange to approach a drama script? I wouldn’t say it was strange; it was very amazing, and I think it’s also the reality of how we speak sometimes. I would never actually threaten someone in real life—I don’t have the balls to do that—but it’s nice to sometimes say what we want to say to certain people. Here I am [working] with really amazing theater-trained actors who I respect and really look up to, and so it’s scary and intimidating and challenging and exciting all at once. But I really felt like I was up for the challenge. I feel like in our lives, as well as in our careers, there’s a certain point where you need a bit of growth and you go, “Okay, what’s the next step?”—and this felt like the right next step to go
into a different genre and new challenge. You recently divorced your son’s father, drummer Roberto Zincone. How has that changed the way you’re living your life and evaluating projects? Becoming a mother, there’s a lot of things that shift inside of you. [I’ve been] reevaluating my life, and figuring out who I am as a mother and what my position is in this world. Becoming a mother there’s so many emotions that we feel at any given moment, because there’s so much more vulnerability I feel as a parent. It was like, “Wow, I have all of this stuff that I can use now, in my career as well. Why not try new things…” Now your career pendulum is swinging the other way. Your next two projects, The Ticket and Misconduct, are thrillers. I’ve been actively looking to do things that have a little bit more depth, where I can test out my muscles and being crazy—you know, whatever the character requires. But luckily the smaller independent projects are a little easier to get my toes into because you don’t have a big studio behind it worried about the money that they’re going to lose if it doesn’t work out. People take a chance on the actors themselves, on their talent, instead of box-office openings. So that’s been nice that I’ve had some people who’ve believed in my work and I’ve been able to try it out. What was the moment when you knew acting was “it” for you? When I got my first big job with Lisa Kudrow for HBO, The Comeback—that was the moment where I went, “OK, so this is what it’s like on a real set, with really smart, intelligent people.” Growing up, I had a lot of different things that I wanted to be and do. I was a figure skater for 12 years, and I thought I was going to go to the Olympics, and then I wanted to be an astronaut. I studied in school to become a child psychologist. So I’ve had a lot of different career choices, but luckily [acting] had always been a part of my life. I’ve been doing TV commercials since I was a little kid, and modeling, but it was always just a side thing to make a little money here and there. But then it really started to shift when I came out [to LA]; I was burnt out on school, I needed a break, and when I did my first job, I fell in love, and that was it. What was your first big splurge with your first substantial acting paycheck? I was on The Comeback, and I didn’t have a car. I was telling my castmates, “I’m going to buy a car today!” And they were like, “Oh cool, great!” So I go and splurged—it was $1,500. It was an old Chevy truck, falling apart, but I was so proud and so excited. It was my own car! I bring it to set, and one of the actors that I was working with, he was like, “Let me see the car.” And he comes out, and I could just see the expression on his face… I didn’t care, I was super excited. I was like, I got wheels, baby! It was awesome.
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ciao, BELLA!
Happiness is: one day here, the next day there… wishful thinking and the promise of escape… the first summer Friday and sunshine on your shoulders… soft skin, bare legs, and silver sandals… breezy white cotton, forever sky blue, cool neutrals… the dream of traveling come true. Carpe diem. photography by Jeff Cr awford styling by Faye Power
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basking in it opposite page: Shirt ($590) and pants ($1,290), Ralph Lauren Collection. 888 Madison Ave., 212-4348000; ralphlauren.com. Necklace, Louis Vuitton (price on request). 1 E. 57th St., 212-758-8877; louisvuitton.com. Sandals, Marc Jacobs ($1,395). 163 Mercer St., 212-343-1490; marcjacobs.com this page: Ibiza sandal, Diane von Furstenberg ($348). 874 Washington St., 646-486-4800; dvf.com. Clutch, Nathalie Trad ($1,550). Fivestory, 18 E. 69th St., 212-288-1338; fivestoryny.com. Sunglasses, Tom Ford ($445). 845 Madison Ave., 212-3590300; tomford.com
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on the map opposite page, clockwise Clutch, Rochas ($1,865). Barneys New York, 101 Seventh Ave., 646-264-6400; rochas.com. Clutch, Jill Haber ($750). Otte, 121 Greenwich Ave., 212-4318501; jillhaber.com. Clutch, Alexander McQueen ($2,595). 747 Madison Ave., 212-645-1797; alexander mcqueen.com. Sandals, Tory Burch ($575). 797 Madison Ave., 212-5108371; toryburch.com from bottom left:
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Prop styling by Betim Balaman/Apostrophe Hair by Noel Reid Killings for KenBarboza.com Makeup by Ricky Wilson using Dior Addict lip gloss Manicure by Casandra Lamar using Dior Vernis at Factory Downtown Model: Selena Ayala at Ford Models
let there be light opposite page: Dress ($8,900) and top and shorts ensemble ($2,220), Dior. 21 E. 57th St., 212931-2950; dior.com. Necklace, Hermès ($1,200). 691 Madison Ave., 212-7513181; hermes.com. Reginald oxfords, Charlotte Olympia ($685). 22 E. 65th St., 212-744-1842; charlotte olympia.com. Monogram vanity case, Louis Vuitton ($5,450). 1 E. 57th St., 212758-8877; louisvuitton.com this page: Bag, The Row ($5,300). Barneys New York, 101 Seventh Ave., 646-2646400; therow.com. Mules, Gucci ($990). 725 Fifth Ave., 212-826-2600; gucci.com. Necklace, Ohne Titel (price on request). Saks Fifth Avenue, 611 Fifth Ave., 212753-4000; saks.com
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club chair (starting at $3,500), Brighton throw blanket ($5,995), 8x10 Ellington border rug ($6,400), embossed Yacare crocodile wallcovering ($98 per roll), and embossed Pearl Ray shagreen wallcovering ($184 per roll), Ralph Lauren. 888 Madison Ave., 212-434-8000; ralphlaurenhome.com
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saving face
by mandi norwood Still life photography by Jeff Crawford
According to a recent report from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, if you haven’t struck it rich by the age of 35, it’s probably never going to happen. Not so with skin. For, regardless of good genes, UVA avoidance, and copious consumption of water, the vast majority of us will have a wealth of wrinkles by 35. No wonder the beauty industry reports an explosion of activity in antiaging products among consumers 35 and up. Offering salvation from the finest lines to the deepest crevices, “The age-specialist category,” says retail analyst Karen Grant of the NPD Group, “showed a 20 percent increase in 2015, the main growth coming from women over 35 who are buying and replenishing their products online.” And by all accounts, they’re buying in bulk. The US skincare market is
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worth $5.2 billion. Almost half of that—$2.3 billion—is spent on prestige antiaging facial skincare, high-end products that offer high-tech hope of younger-looking skin for longer. “It has become almost like the cell phone industry, where each year there’s new technology and advancements,” says Grant. “It used to be that products were all-in-one—they were trying to do everything. Today, leading brands in antiaging offer products that are targeted to specific areas, whether it’s plumping and hydrating or focusing on fine lines and wrinkles.” Dr. Alexa Kimball, a professor of dermatology at Harvard, says, “It can be challenging for consumers to find the best products for their skin. You don’t have to spend a lot of money to get results, but concentrations of ingredients matter, and formulations
matter.” She lists retinoids, alpha hydroxy acid, and salicylic acid as important for cell turnover, and moisturizers to boost the skin’s moisture barrier, which is depleted as we age, especially after menopause, causing dryness and dullness. Whichever products we choose, Kimball urges us to manage our expectations. “It is not realistic to expect to look 20 years younger.” However, she says, “you can start to see a real effect on fine wrinkles in a week, and by 12 weeks, detectable changes are valid.”
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New high-tech aNtiagiNg regimes caN’t promise a returN to the skiN you had iN your 20s. But more-persoNalized product raNges can make us look extremely good for our age. five testers weNt iN search of lost youth…
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CHANEL | SubLimagE Claims: Infinite regeneration, thanks to the key ingredient, vanilla planifolia, a botanical from Madagascar. The fruit and flowers are handpicked between April and May, then shipped to the Chanel Research and Technology Center, just outside of Paris, for a purification process known as Chrono-Extraction. This produces the most potent of active molecules, known as Éphémères de Planifolia, which are responsible for boosting the enzymes proven to help skin regenerate and look younger. chanel.com Our tester reports: “I tend not to associate Chanel with high-tech skincare. Fragrances, cosmetics, body creams, absolutely. But rigorous research and development, unique purification technology, and rare and potent natural botanicals (sustainably cultivated, too)? “Chanel’s commitment to being a top player in the antiaging category is manifested in Sublimage. It’s a fantastic range of products. As well as the luxury of the delicious fragrance, the rich bronze packaging, and the custard-thick indulgent textures, it actually works. “Yes, after four weeks of religiously using the products, I noticed my skin had a smoother, plumper, bouncier texture, which meant wrinkles and fine lines were less obvious, my makeup looked and felt better… heck, I didn’t even need as much makeup. “Sublimage is a beautiful skincare experience. And to celebrate its 10th anniversary, Chanel has launched three new densities of the cornerstone product, La Crème. For my dry skin, I preferred the medium texture, but Texture
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L’Essence ($425 for 1 oz.)
Fine and Texture Suprême all deliver the same replenishing properties. “My favorite product: the genius L’Essence, which gives an added moisture boost to La Crème and made my skin look visibly more alive!”
L’Extrait ($650 for 0.5 oz.) La Crème Yeux ($225 for 0.5 oz.) La Crème ($400 for 1.7 oz.)
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LA MER Claims: Profound powers of skin transformation, derived from potent, highly active ingredients like nutrient-rich algae, protective antioxidant extracts, and semiprecious stones through a unique three- to four-month bio-fermentation process. La Mer was created by Dr. Max Huber, an aerospace scientist, following an accident that left him with severe chemical burns for which he could find no relief. cremedelamer.com Our tester reports: “In the first week of the testing, the Renewal Oil (which goes on first) and brand-new Genaissance de la Mer created a noticeable texture difference to my skin. The Renewal Oil immediately absorbed, and the Genaissance was simply magnificent, making my face feel fresh and energized. After the second week of using them together, I saw small lines disappear and the whole of my face felt a bit fuller and livelier. Then, with every week, I noticed more softness, brightness, and an alert appearance. “One of the most refreshing aspects of the regime was the Lifting Eye Serum, which was gentle yet packed a punch. After only one week, the skin around my eyes was noticeably firmer and brighter, and more youthful, especially in the areas where I was collecting crow’s-feet. After three weeks, the evening’s application of serum came to feel like a minifacial for my eyes. “After day-and-night usage over six weeks, my face carried a natural suppleness, smoothness, even tone, and brightness that did not exist prior. My makeup also began to look so much better, more natural. And the fine lines that always seemed to peer through my foundation? Gone. Overall, my skin is much more alive. And happier!”
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The Renewal Oil ($240 for 1 oz.) Genaissance de la Mer ($620 for 1 oz.) The Lifting Eye Serum ($240 for .5 oz.) Crème de la Mer ($170 for 1 oz.)
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Essential Skincare Lotion ($185 for 5.1 oz.) Daily Line Reducer ($525 for 1.8 oz.) Eye & Lip Contour Cream ($210 for 0.53 oz.) L’Integral Anti-Age ($525 for 1.6 oz.)
SISLEY | SISLEÿA Claims: This iconic product range aims to tackle behavioral aging (also called epigenetic) as well as genetic aging. Stress, sun, pollution, too much partying… all of these external factors cause a “jamming” of the skin cells’ life cycle and reduce the skin’s ability to repair and renew itself. New, powerful active ingredients, such as Lindera extract, Persian acacia extract, and yeast and soya protein complex, are said to help restore the cellular cycle’s functioning mechanisms. sisley-paris.com Our tester reports: “With its roots in the country that coined the phrase ‘femme fatale’ and its three-generationsdeep reputation as the go-to skincare provider for some of the most beautiful women in the world, it’s no surprise that my Sisley Paris antiaging regime delivered results that can only be described as très bien! “Following a simple four-part plan, these new high-tech products were easily integrated into my daily routine. I began to look forward to the nostalgic fragrance each morning when applying the Sisleÿa Essential Skincare Lotion. With the lotion quickly absorbed into the skin, my face immediately felt more nourished. Despite the ultramodern plant-based formulations, the serum happily felt decidedly natural. Soon it was a favorite must-have, one I began to pack in my handbag for quick midday or in-flight hydration. “The Daily Line Reducer, while its scent was reminiscent of a self-tanner, packed the biggest and most surprising wallop of the four products. Used liberally on my décolletage, fine lines and wrinkles were visibly minimized in just three days—even without my glasses! It’s as close to a miracle product as I’ve ever experienced. “The Eye & Lip Contour Cream and brand-new L’Integral Anti-Age moisturizer delivered a hydrated, firmer skin texture, with results peaking at about three weeks. While a bit heavy for daytime use, generous evening applications of the duo-moisturizers on my notoriously dry skin delivered a déjà vu of sorts from 10 years earlier.”
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DIOR | Capture totale
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Claims: Intense correction of all visible signs of aging, acting upon stem cells at the heart of the skin. Discovered in Madagascar 20 years ago by Dior ethnobotanists, Longoza is the antiaging “jewel” in Capture Totale’s ingredients. The brand’s scientists claim it has exceptional regenerative powers on skin cells. dior.com
le Sérum ($165 for 1 oz.)
Our tester reports: “If you have dry skin, fine lines, and volume loss, I would highly recommend Dior Capture Totale. And I don’t say this lightly. Relying until now on good genes—and being lazy to boot—I wasn’t looking forward to using a regimen of products, but I grew to love the structure of the routine. And the products are gorgeous. “Within just two to three weeks, I saw a huge improvement in my skin. I had never used a morning routine, mistakenly believing skin needed a few hours to absorb moisturizers. But the lightness of the Multi-Perfection Crème Universal hydrated my skin without greasiness, allowing me to use less concealer and foundation and rendering my lines—especially those annoying ones around the mouth—less noticeable. I realized I was now repairing my skin rather than having to apply more makeup to conceal its shortcomings. I was floored by the lightness of the products, and yet as soon as I applied them, I could feel them starting to work. I did not lose dark spots, but by week five, my skin definitely felt firmer and far less dry. “These days, makeup is less essential for me, as my skin is well hydrated and my tone is more even. I especially love Dream Skin, which I began to use as an around-the-eye brightener but now use all over. It’s neither a tint nor a moisturizer, and yet the dreamy lotion gives my face a radiant glow.”
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la Crème Multi-perfection ($165 for 2 oz.) le Sérum Yeux ($110 for 0.5 oz.) Dream Skin ($115 for 1 oz.)
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Liquid Lift ($525 for 1 oz.) Luxe Eye Lift Cream ($325 for 0.68 oz.) Luxe Sheer Cream ($430 for 1.7 oz.) Skin Caviar Foundation ($215 for 1 oz.)
LA PRAIRIE | Skin Caviar Claims: Pure caviar extract is packed with amino acids, proteins, vitamins, and minerals and tested to profoundly improve the skin’s appearance of firmness, elasticity, and tone. Formerly the caviar extract was sourced from wild sturgeon, long believed to offer the highest quality available. Now La Prairie has discovered an alternative high-quality source in the Baerli sturgeon, grown sustainably on aqua-farms. laprairie.com Our tester reports: “The La Prairie experience is a 10 out of 10. The first step, the Liquid Caviar Lift, goes on easily and only requires a small amount— one to two short pumps—to cover your face and neck. It’s a nice light layer, preparing skin for the next step, the Luxe Cream and Eye Lift, which provides a really luxurious layer of moisture and which absorbs nicely. While these are among the priciest of products I have tried, I use far less, so they will last much longer. “After four weeks of using the products, someone in my office asked me if I had work done! My fine lines are reduced, and the overall look of my skin is great. I am going to be 50 this year and have never had any kind of fillers or Botox, so the fact is, someone noticed the positive effects of La Prairie enough to ask me if I did anything! “Finally, the Skin Caviar Foundation is exceptional. One or two small dabs gives just the right coverage to reduce redness and age spots and leave my skin looking smooth, radiant, and even-toned. It’s the best I have ever used—hands down. “My husband, who now knows that I have been in a trial, says he notices a change and says I look refreshed and youthful. He said I should keep doing the routine! Those were his words, not mine.”
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AS COMMERCE BECOMES INCREASINGLY CUTTHROAT AND PROFITABILITY IS CHAMPIONED AT ANY COST, IS THERE ROOM IN THE ECONOMIC EQUATION FOR KINDNESS, CONSCIENCE, AND HUMANE VALUES? MANY BUSINESS LEADERS ARE PUTTING THEIR HANDS ON THEIR HEARTS AND SAYING YES...
by kathy blackwell
For decades, the boom in new technologies and expanding markets led to massive corporate growth and record profits. But that bottom-line success came at a huge cost to the environment, labor practices, and our treatment of animals, from their mass confinement on factory farms to wildlife trafficking and laboratory testing. As we move deeper into the 21st century, however, a new story is emerging. Those same innovations and advancements are not only bringing more awareness to animal cruelty issues, but they’ve become a force for good in the hands of today’s most innovative corporate leaders and entrepreneurs. Companies like Walmart, Whole Foods Market, and Chipotle Mexican Grill are paving the way by using creative solutions to stop the exploitation of animals, and although these businesses are driven by the belief that it’s the right thing to do, they’re seeing huge financial benefits as well. It’s a simple matter of marrying our values with our business practices, says Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of the Humane Society of the United States, the country’s largest animal protection organization. In his new book, The Humane Economy: How Innovators and Enlightened Consumers Are Transforming the Lives of Animals (HarperCollins/William Morrow), a hopeful follow-up to his 2011 best seller, The Bond: Our Kinship With Animals, Our Call To Defend Them, Pacelle explores how innovative entrepreneurs, Fortune 500 CEOs, and scientists are rallying around this social movement and leading us forward by eliminating cruel historic practices. Pacelle recently met with Whole Foods cofounder and co-CEO John Mackey, a pioneer and leader in animal welfare, to talk about this new movement. They spoke about companies they admire, the next practical steps, and exciting predictions for the future.
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Is there a sea change underway in how businesses large and small engage with animals? Wayne Pacelle: I see an enormous change at work in our relationship with animals. I started an animal advocacy group when I was in college, and at that point animal protection was a protest movement. When your ideas are viewed as on the margins, it’s easy for people to shunt them aside, to cast them as heretical or radical. Almost 30 years later, they’re at the center of the economy, and we’re really experiencing a period of punctuated change in all sectors of the animal-use economy. We’re seeing big changes in food and agriculture, we’re seeing big changes in science and animal testing, and enormous changes in fashion, wildlife management, entertainment. One reason that I’m happy to be here with John is that he’s been a leader in the corporate world in marrying our values with our commerce. When you disassociate values from business, you get terrible outcomes—things like slavery and child labor and environmental despoliation. This time you not only get better outcomes when businesses have their activities filtered through the lens of a good value system, but now there are great economic opportunities because the values have permeated society, and animal welfare is a universal value. John Mackey: I think values have always been in business. What’s changing is that consciousness is evolving. One hundred years ago, women didn’t have the right to vote; 150 years ago, almost half the United States still had legalized slavery. Our consciousness is evolving in all these different areas where we’re more aware. Part of it’s because, with the Internet and social media, things are much more transparent. The livestock animal business is probably about the least transparent part of the entire world economy: Animals on these factory farms are hidden from the public’s view. People used to be able
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“The exploiTaTion of animals is noT jusT harming animals, iT’s harming us.” —john mackey
The humane economy: how To help More consumers are putting their beliefs about animal welfare into practice, and those choices are driving much of the change in the marketplace. Everyone can make a difference, says Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of the Humane Society of the United States, who offers these tips: Vote with your dollars: Every time you buy something, you vote for or against animal cruelty with your money. Make conscious choices when buying food, cosmetics, and clothing. And join groups that help animals. Stop wasting food: According to the Natural Resources Defense Council, Americans throw out up to 40 percent of their food (including 22 percent of animal products), despite enormous costs in the form of greenhouse gas emissions, energy input, and food production expenses. We could spare more than a billion animals in the US alone every year just by eliminating food waste. Live as if all life matters: Adopt pets or foster them. Pick up plastic waste on beaches and in parks. The greatest antidote to cruelty is an informed and active citizenry. Influence lawmakers: Contact officials at the local, state, and federal levels about pending animal welfare legislation. humanesociety.org
“Companies are going to be more suCCessful when they have a more animalfriendly sensitivity.” —wayne pacelle
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to see cows grazing and they’d see chickens running around, and now they’re all in these shut-in giant sheds. The public doesn’t see that. Wayne and I have jointly sponsored a documentary film called At the Fork that’s going to raise consciousness. It’s going to have an impact. WP: There are animal documentaries every week that I’m learning about. Look at what Blackfish did with SeaWorld. This was one of the toughest entertainment companies out there. It was able to fend off activist protests for many years, but this single documentary upended that business model for the company. In the wake of that film, I was able to negotiate a landmark deal with the new CEO of SeaWorld and get the company to pledge to end all captive breeding of orcas and sunset its use of these creatures. SeaWorld also committed to a raft of other reforms, including redoubling its commitment to rescue and rehabilitation and joining in our global advocacy campaigns against commercial whaling and sealing and shark finning. JM: It’s a great example of the thesis that we’re talking about. What Blackfish revealed is the exploitative nature of using animals as entertainment and how these animals are enslaved and abused. And now it has upended the business model, because the public is outraged. WP: If only 15 or 20 percent of people in America are very visibly agitated, they can create a lot of trouble. JM: More like 5 percent, even. So it is evolving very rapidly. We’re living in this revolutionary time where we as a people are becoming more conscious. Diets are changing; the way we relate to animals is changing. Social media in particular makes things move very rapidly. In the food business, I’ve never seen as much change as there is right now, from online delivery to ingredient meals like Blue Apron and Plated to full-meal solutions and food trucks. WP: And we have companies that are innovating, like Hampton Creek, which is providing a plant-based egg substitute that’s hidden in the product. The consumer doesn’t even know the difference. It’s a functional equivalent in terms of the taste and texture. It’s not inconceivable that in 30 or 40 years we can produce meat in a laboratory setting where the meat is an animal product but without the brain or the heart and very little in the way of a moral problem. How do these options become embraced by consumers? WP: You need innovation and entrepreneurs who can develop the product and then market it. But I think you also need time—the ideas take a while to seep in. They marinate in society, and as they do, these things become acceptable. Look at gay marriage. We did a ballot measure in California in 2008 to stop extreme confinement of animals on factory farms. We thought we were going to lose, but we won, and we got more votes than any citizen initiative in American history at the time. On that same ballot, voters in California, which is viewed as among the most progressive of states, passed a ban on gay marriage. So from 2008 to 2016, we’ve seen a complete change on that issue. JM: Society is always evolving simply because old people die and young people come in and reach the majority. Now 80 million millennials are in this society, bigger than boomers. Boomers are retiring, some of them are dying, and so increasingly that millennial generation, which is more interested in the very things we’re talking about, is having a greater and greater influence. WP: If you believe that animals matter, that has practical implications for daily behavior, and once you convince people to align their beliefs with their behavior, that’s when you have a market opportunity. You have companies that can take advantage of that consciousness, like Whole Foods, Hampton Creek, or Cirque du Soleil. Ringling Bros. was one of the fiercest opponents of animal protection, but they gave up their elephants because they did the surveys: The customers didn’t want the elephants traveling to 120 different cities a year, living on chains for 22 hours a day, and they knew that was not something they could invest in while retaining the brand strength of the company, so they changed, which is also why SeaWorld agreed to end any breeding of orcas in order to sunset their use and make the existing whales the last generation at their parks. There are alternative forms of attracting and entertaining crowds. Cirque du Soleil showed that you can have amazing theatrical productions involving human acrobats and feats of incredible physicality, and it’s just so superior. You don’t have any of the moral baggage that comes with orcas or elephants in captive settings. What other changes are happening in entertainment? WP: The film situation is incredible. With computer-generated imagery, we have an incredible revolution that can take the live animals out of the equation but still give viewers a rich and superior experience. When you think of the toughest movie in terms of representing animals, it would probably be Noah. [Director] Darren Aronofsky used CGI to create this incredible animal diversity, and it was vivid and alive and authentic. The Planet of the Apes movies are the high watermark for this. You don’t need to victimize chimpanzees. This is how social change works: You no longer have the
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movie industry blocking an effort to protect chimpanzees that are endangered in the wild. There was always an exemption because the biomedical people wanted to use chimps in experiments, and the movie people wanted to use them, but now we have alternatives to using chimps in laboratories and in the movies. Chimpanzees [are listed as] endangered, and they have a highly protected status now. JM: “Doom and gloomers” are always projecting a problem out into the future, not understanding the continual creativity and innovation part. I get asked a lot by journalists, “What do you think the world’s going to be like in 10 years?” Ten years ago, let’s see: Tesla cars did not exist. If you go back 15 years ago, no one was using an iPod; no one was using a smartphone, and there was no Facebook, there was no Twitter. The point is, there’s continual innovation; there’s continual creativity. That’s basically the ultimate resource: limitless human creativity. We will solve our problems in ways that we can’t even foresee now. WP: We’re solving the problems quicker. JM: That’s partly because we’re so much better connected. Innovations are copied quicker. If Whole Foods did something 20 years ago, it would take years for [it] to show up anywhere else. And now when we do a new store, not only can we copy our own innovations; everybody else does, too. Who is leading this current evolution? WP: One thesis in my book is there’s really an ensemble cast of people who are driving this change. There are
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What do you foresee happening in the near future? JM: I’ll make a prediction. What is building is a scientific consensus around health. Although there’s a very strong vested interest in keeping people ignorant by the dairy industry, cattle and meat industry, and processed food industry, there’s a strong scientific consensus that is building that eating either none or only small quantities of animal foods leads to optimum longevity. The longest-living people that we know of are all plant eaters. Cancer, heart disease, diabetes—they all correlate very strongly with the more animal food you eat. Sometime over the next five to 10 years, I predict you’re going to see a scientific consensus come around—just like it took a long time for science to gather enough data to overthrow the propaganda machine that the tobacco industry was. WP: It takes activists and scientists and all of that together. JM: That’s what’s happening with food now. We have a healthcare crisis in America; we have an obesity crisis. Eighty percent of the healthcare money that we spend, which is bankrupting us, is due to diet and lifestyle. And it’s avoidable. You’re going to see this growing scientific consensus about how to solve our healthcare issues, which will be lifestyle shifts, [which] will correlate well with the humane economy, because it’s very interesting that the thing that will help solve our healthcare crisis and our obesity epidemic is basically living in a more humane fashion and not exploiting animals. The exploitation of the animals is not just harming the animal; it’s harming us. That’s what people don’t understand. WP: Absolutely. I really like the word “humane.” I chose it very intentionally because the root word of “humane” is “human,” and we’re the ones who are creating the problems, so we’re the ones that can solve the problems. John’s point is really important: It just so happens that when we’re better to animals, we have better outcomes throughout society. Companies are going to be more successful when they have a more animal-friendly sensitivity.
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In this excerpt from The Humane Economy: How Innovators and Enlightened Consumers Are Transforming the Lives of Animals, Wayne Pacelle argues that animal welfare is the next great frontier in America’s cultural consciousness. We are in the midst—much closer to the beginning than to the end, I believe—of an epic political, cultural, and economic realignment in the treatment of animals. Doing something about a moral problem requires first identifying it and then intentionally breaking old habits and conventions. Confronting terrible injustices— from slavery and child labor to segregation to gender discrimination—was a painful and necessary part of our American tradition. With the availability of information on the Web, and the transparency it brings, it’s harder now to sidestep these questions. Just as people are shaken from their comfort zone when they realize that a T-shirt from a well-known clothing company was stitched together in some hellish, overcrowded factory in Bangladesh, more of us are connecting our choices and purchasing practices when it comes to matters of animal cruelty. Exposing abuses goes a long way in prompting sellers to get their supply chains in order, even as it better informs their customer base. Smart businesses want to get ahead of controversy and avoid protests, boycotts, and social-media campaigns that target them. We are seeing transformations in all sectors of the animal-use economy, and we will see many more. Once resolve has set in to change for the better, it’s easier than ever to make it happen. It’s not a matter of sacrifice—just conscious, better choices. Enlarging our vocabulary from “whaling” to “whale watching”
is just one example of an emerging shift in the manner we humans regard animals— whether in the wild, on the farm, in laboratories, or in our homes. The society we have now is different from what it was 25 or 100 or 200 years ago, with revolutionary advances in commerce, banking, currency, energy exploration, global transport, information technology, and computing. How can we not have a commensurate revolution in our treatment of animals? How can we tolerate the misery that comes from whaling, factory farming, trapping, and cruel industries of every kind once we recognize a more vibrant economic path forward, producing jobs that are better to hold, goods that are better to have, and a society in the end that is better to live in, without unlighted places where cruel things are permitted? Published on April 19 by HarperCollins/ William Morrow
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entrepreneurs, consumers who are more conscious and alert, scientists who are helping with that, occasionally politicians who show great leadership. You also have huge philanthropy at work. We’re an enormously wealthy society in terms of having a lot of resources out there, and you have billionaires willing to invest in these issues. You’ve got Paul Allen, who is trying to solve problems, and you’ve got titans of capitalism like Carl Icahn who are trying to solve problems. And then you have corporations adapting. They know that they’re going to be roadkill if they don’t adjust to the new realities. JM: I’m pretty wealthy, and one of the things that happens is that you have all your needs taken care of, so then it’s a question of: Do you just pile up money for money’s sake or do you invest that money in ways that help the world to become a better place? WP: David Duffield, who founded PeopleSoft, a Silicon Valley company, committed $1 billion to solving euthanasia in dogs and cats in the late 1990s. He was mocked by a number of people: Why would you put all of that money into that kind of enterprise when we have so many human problems? Now you have philanthropists coming out of the woodwork on these issues. JM: People are beginning to realize that government doesn’t really solve many problems. Instead you have these twin forces: economic business entrepreneurs and social entrepreneurs. Whole Foods has started three foundations, and they’ve all been very impactful in a short amount of time. So you’re combining the nonprofit model with the business model, and sometimes these work together. WP: Part of that ensemble cast that I talked about driving the change are animal scientists and ethnologists who are teaching us more about animals. It wasn’t that long ago that the dominant animal behavior theory was that animals operate just by instinct, that they’re like machines in the wild who are on an endless task of food gathering, mating, predation, and defense. Now we know that animals have feelings, emotions. Elephants have burial rituals; chimpanzees have rituals to honor family members who have passed away. We see incredible problem-solving, from crows to dolphins. Once you see that behavior, you can’t think of them as just this thing or commodity. And I think this increase in understanding animal consciousness layers over this social reform movement. That’s why no industry that’s exploiting animals in a severe way is going to be immune from this movement. One area we haven’t talked about too much is the animal testing issue, [which] can be completely overtaken by different technologies.
Fashion Forward One of the biggest changes in the luxury world centers on the use of fur, as more high-end fashion houses embrace cruelty-free alternatives thanks to innovations in technology and sustainability. The fur-free movement took a significant step forward in March, when the humane society of the United states and the Fur Free alliance, a coalition of 40 animal protection groups around the world, announced that the entire armani Group would be going fur-free beginning with the Fall/Winter 2016 collections. “Technological progress made over the years allows us to have valid alternatives at our [disposal] that render the use of cruel practices unnecessary,” says Giorgio Armani, who first met with Wayne Pacelle in Milan in 2009 to discuss his brand’s use of fur. “Pursuing the positive process undertaken long ago, my company is now taking a major step ahead.” Armani joins other leading houses that have turned away from fur, including hugo Boss, which just won the Humane Society’s Henry Spira Corporate Progress Award for its commitment to innovative, animalfriendly materials, and stella McCartney, the first and only luxury brand to be completely vegan, avoiding leathers, skins, and feathers, as well as fur. Other big-name designers to go fur-free include ralph Lauren, Tommy hilfiger, and Calvin Klein—and the ranks are growing.
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REAL ESTATE MOGUL ABY ROSEN REINVIGORATES SOHO AS A NEXUS OF CREATIVITY WITH A NEW HOTEL. BY SAMANTHA YANKS
It all starts with art for real estate mogul and RFR cofounder Aby Rosen, whose latest venture, the 221-room hotel 11 Howard, is a vibrant reflection of Soho’s cultural history. For the famous collector, the property provides a gallery to showcase his personal favorites—eclectic works that include a neon art piece by Dan Attoe, a limited-edition Alexander Calder mobile, and a hand-painted silk mural by Holly Fowler. The meticulously curated objects are displayed throughout the space, from an artisanal shop curated by creative consultant and interior designer Oliver Gustav to a sun-drenched library filled with one-of-a-kind finds from fashion designer Rick Owens, architects Giò Ponti and Tobia Scarpa, and Signe Bindslev Henriksen and Peter Bundgaard (the design team behind Copenhagen’s famed Noma restaurant). For Rosen, Soho perfectly blends together the aspects of the New York City that he loves most—art, fashion, style, food, and design. “Where Howard, Lafayette, and Crosby Streets meet is the last remaining vicinity in Soho that upholds the cultural context of the neighborhood the way it used to be,” says Rosen. “I want to build a great experience upon Howard Street’s story with this hotel.” 11 Howard St., 212-235-1111; 11howard.com
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Golden touch! 11 Howard, real estate mogul Aby Rosen’s (TOP LEFT) latest venture in Soho, showcases works by exciting and emerging artists, such as Charming Baker’s bronzes (HERE) and Holly Fowler’s painted silk (LEFT).
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SPACE SPOTLIGHT Rafael de Cárdenas (inset) is known for creating stunningly moody interiors (below) as well as eye-catching retail spaces, such as the new Gentle Monster flagship (below left) and the OHWOW pop-up in the Cappellini showroom (below right), both in Soho.
Bold fashioned! As his firm celebrAtes A decAde in business, Rafael de CáRdenas nAbs mAison et objet AmericAs’ designer of the YeAr AwArd.
Being named Designer of the Year at this spring’s Maison et Objet Americas fair in Miami Beach is one of those milestones that could make an artist reflective, but for New York-born architect and designer Rafael de Cárdenas, it’s a mandate to think bigger and bolder. “I consider it a great vote of confidence,” he says. “It’s a motivator to keep pushing our interests in generating moods and atmospheric spaces.” De Cárdenas, who launched his firm, Architecture at Large, in 2006, has grown his business from a small office in Chinatown to two offices in New York and London. He specializes in moody, luxe, and experiential spaces,
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such as the special exhibit he created for Cartier in 2014, which has traveled to Singapore and Tokyo, and the new flagship store in Soho for Korean sunglasses giant Gentle Monster. Despite the cosmopolitan commissions, de Cárdenas’s hometown still looms large in his imagination. “New York was a clear signal of pop culture, and it was awesome to watch it with my nose pressed up against the glass,” says the 40-year-old designer of growing up here in the 1980s. “I’m not a kid anymore, but I’m youthful in the kinds of things I like to do and the kinds of risks I like to take.” Architecture at Large, 611 Broadway, Studio 627, 212-9658755; architectureatlarge.com
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SPACE design Think big! The first phase of Cornell Tech, set to reach completion next summer, includes the main academic hub known as the Bloomberg Center; a residential building for students and faculty; the Verizon Executive Ed Center; and The Bridge, a co-location space.
Synergy and the City Move over, Silicon valley—Cornell TeCh SeekS to capitalize on new york’S thriving innovation econoMy with a coworking Space on rooSevelt iSland.
Roosevelt Island, which quietly sits on the East River between midtown Manhattan and Queens, has long felt adrift despite its “suburban” appeal and accessibility. That is about to change with the development of Cornell Tech, a joint venture between Cornell University and the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology that seeks to transform the way we think about work—or rather, coworking—spaces in the digital era. The hunt for tenants is on, and while WeWork seeks to fill desks, Cornell Tech has a grander plan of making New York a hotbed of innovation. The design of the campus is the direct result of its aspirations. On a larger and more integrated scale than contemporaries like MIT’s renowned Building 20, Cornell Tech seeks to create points of collision where students and industry professionals can spontaneously meet in opportune ways. This culture is best epitomized by The Bridge, a co-location space being developed and managed by Brooklyn-based Forest City Ratner Companies. The Bridge “will take the commercialization of academia to a whole new level,” says MaryAnne Gilmartin, the company’s CEO.
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Unlike most commercial developments, The Bridge doesn’t have pre-leased anchor tenants other than Cornell Tech, and is therefore being designed in a “speculative way,” explains Gilmartin. “Rather than filling the space before building it, we are working from the ground up and harnessing what makes New York
distinct in the innovation economy, so that we can [nurture those qualities] within this single structure.” Cornell Tech will lease approximately one-third of the 200,000-square-foot building, while a mix of startups and more established companies—carefully curated, of course, by both Forest City Ratner and the
university—will occupy the rest of it. “This is an opportunity for us to really handpick the best of the best,” adds Gilmartin. “We’re in no rush, and we’re willing to scour the earth, in a way.” According to Gilmartin, New York isn’t interested in being the new Silicon Valley, and The Bridge isn’t concerned with its
balance sheet. “The selected tenants won’t be defined by the amount of space that they occupy, the credit they bring, or even the rent that they pay, but how they use this space to incubate new ways of thinking.” Forest City Ratner Companies, 1 MetroTech Center North, Brooklyn, 718-923-8400; forestcity.net
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The Bridge (top) will house a mix of academic spaces, tech startups, and established companies, complete with views of the Queens skyline (above right) and a central atrium (above left).
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The scenTs ThaT infuse The “salon” marry wiTh The sensibiliTy of The inTimaTe space.
Like its counterparts in Paris and London, Cire Trudon’s Elizabeth Street store has the brand’s warm maison feeling, but the décor is also a reflection of its boho New York surroundings. Walk into the shop and the uplifting notes of rose and black currant leaves fill the room along with delicate white rose and jasmine aromas. The scents that infuse the “salon” marry with the sensibility of the intimate space. “We wanted to bring some Paris to Nolita with a mix of classical and contemporary design,” notes Julien Pruvost, executive director of Cire Trudon. “I collaborated with Paris-based architect Fabrizio Casiraghi, who understands French heritage and complementary lighting techniques.” The 400-square-foot space is inspired by the “Galerie des Glaces,” a mirror gallery typical of French châteaux. Industrial neon lights coexist with antique Japanese vases and Art Deco lamps. But the delicate objects that decorate the room hardly detract from the stars of the show, the 25 perfumed candles housed in iconic green-glass cloches handpoured in Vinci, Italy. The shop also sells the limited-edition, three-wick Intermezzo and five-wick Grand Bougie candles in select scents, plus room sprays, scented matches, wax busts, and an extensive assortment of colorful pillar and taper candles. Luxe et lumière! 248 Elizabeth St., 212-2030453; ciretrudon.com
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SPACE My Neighborhood Amala Redd, photographed at left at Solomon & Kuff’s Rum Hall, loves the restaurant’s S&K Dark-n-Stormy (shown here). Another hot spot on the Upper West Side Corridor is The Cecil for dinner (below).
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The Upper West Side Corridor, the neighborhood above 86th Street leading into Harlem, has undergone a fabulous face lift, says Douglas Elliman’s Amala Redd, and in-theknow New Yorkers are the ones to benefit. “Whole Foods moving into Columbus Square has significantly upped the
livability of the neighborhood, which has started attracting young couples from lower Upper West Side and Riverside Drive that are looking to start or expand their families,” explains Redd. The perfect way to get to know the neighborhood, suggests Redd, is brunch at Kitchenette Restaurant
(1272 Amsterdam Ave., 212-531-7600; kitchenette restaurant.com). “Everything is homemade, from the bread to the ice cream,” she says. For a little R&R (retail and relaxation, that is), she heads to Bluemercury (2305 Broadway, 212-7990500; bluemercury.com), which “offers the best facials this side of town,” and
Jonathan Adler (304 Columbus Ave., 212-7870017; jonathanadler.com) for divine design finds. For a pre-dinner aperitif, the cocktails at Solomon & Kuff’s Rum Hall (2331 12th Ave., 212-939-9443; solomonandkuff.com) have “everybody raving,” says Redd, who always orders the S&K Dark-n-Stormy
with housemade ginger beer. Dinner at The Cecil (210 W. 118th St., 212-8661262; thececilharlem.com), a beloved staple from famed chef Marcus Samuelsson, leads invariably to stopping by Minton’s (206 W. 118th St., 212-243-2222; mintonsharlem.com) next door for some hot jazz on those cool spring nights.
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Oh-la-lita! It turns out that the outskIrts of LIttLe ItaLy are totaLLy In.
For Quincy Moore, no other neighborhood appeals quite like Nolita. “Manhattan is so big, overwhelming almost, and Nolita makes it feel smaller in a way I didn’t think was possible,” he says. “It’s tight-knit—a community of people that support each other.” Indeed, Moore loves the area so much he named his company in its honor: Knowlita, a graphic design firm that produces clothing and art prints. Moore is right, of course: Nolita is a tiny area of 16 square blocks home to just over 5,000 New Yorkers. It’s a secret pocket of downtown, wedged between the bustle of Soho and the grit of the Lower East Side, that quietly emerged as a
A townhouse at 38 Prince Street embraces Nolita’s intimate appeal with its serene outdoor space.
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distinct district in the late 1990s. Its nickname “Nolita,” or North of Little Italy, came as a christening of sorts as the trendy stores and restaurants commandeered fusty shop fronts on Mulberry, Mott, and Elizabeth Streets. It immediately appealed to Lenny Kravitz, who not only moved into the district but shot the music video for “Again” inside one of its then-new hangouts, Café Habana. Nolita soon earned another nickname, Little Sydney, as expat Australians flocked there, opening boutiques like B Space or cafés like Ruby’s, renowned for its long blacks and flat whites. Despite its Frenchified name, Café Gitane is an unofficial
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The New Museum, a point of demarcation between Nolita and the Bowery, is just one example of the way the area has expanded without sacrificing its downtown cool.
Aussie clubhouse: It was here that hungry, unsuspecting New Yorkers first encountered the Down Under delicacy of avocado on toast. Almost twenty years later, Nolita is undergoing an upgrade. On its eastern reaches, the Bowery is populating with major art players like Sperone Westwater gallery and the New Museum. For the first time, too, upscale developments are underway: An erstwhile parking garage has been reconceived as the six-unit 224 Mulberry (212-726-0786; 224mulberry.com), and a shuttered school on the corner of Prince and Mott Streets will soon re-emerge as a row of ultra-luxe townhouses (34 Prince St., 917-341-4928; princeat mott.com). A pair of noteworthy starchitects also has new constructions on the way: Annabelle
Selldorf’s retro-inspired 42 Crosby Street (42crosby street.com) has topped out, while work on the Japanese architect Tadao Ando’s first building in New York—described as a jewel-box-like, seven-story complex—is underway on the corner of Broome and Elizabeth Streets (152 Elizabeth St., 212-9139078; 152elizabethst.com). No wonder Wendy Maitland, TOWN’s President of Sales, is another fan. “When you’re on the streets of Nolita, you have the sense you could be in any century,” she enthuses. “Developers have reflected that here— they’re paying homage to its history and character.” What’s next for one of Manhattan’s smallest, most overlooked neighborhoods? Maitland pauses. “Nolita? It’s on the verge of booming.”
“developers are paying homage to nolita’s history and character.” —wendy
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E-LUXE! ANTIQUES AFICIONADOS ARE ABUZZ FOR RUBYLUX, A NEW ONLINE MARKETPLACE FOR LUXURY VINTAGE. BY MATT STEWART
Since debuting in October, online antiques retailer RubyLUX has turned the booming e-marketplace model on its head. Following the success of Ruby Lane, which launched in 1998, CEO and founder Tom Johnson melded his experiences as a successful e-commerce guru and a collector of antiques and objets to create an unorthodox and compelling platform for the online sale of see-them-tobelieve-them vintage pieces. At RubyLUX, dealers pay a monthly subscription instead of commission on individual items, a model that “gives us more flexibility in making communication transparent between dealers and consumers,” says Johnson. Additionally, his highly curated team brings expertise and strong relationships to the site. “My staff is very knowledgeable in antiquities, art, and vintage,” Johnson confides. “We are looking for the best, so I’m relying on the relationships [they] have built over the years to provide that.” “It is a luxury industry, so being able to curate that effectively involves knowing the industry firsthand,” adds Johnson, who has been working with antiques dealers for 18 years. “I’m an avid collector of a wide range of things, which helps facilitate the best way to connect dealers and clients.” Connection established! rubylux.com
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The World Keeps spinning The craze for in-sTudio cycling goes global as Peloton reinvenTs The wheel. BY MATT STEWART
Spinning continues to be the hottest trend in fitness, but that hasn’t made it any easier to carve out the time to trek to a studio. Fortunately, Jim Foley, founder and CEO of Peloton, has the answer: virtual classes. Via the 21.5-inch HD touchscreen tablet on each Peloton bike ($1,995), riders have access to live streaming and on-demand classes, as well as virtual outdoor rides, from the comfort of their home. “We stream 12 live classes a day to 22 countries [and] close to 100,000 global riders,” says Foley. “We have recently announced an app that is available on 700 million iPhones. This will let people who [already] have a bike in the basement simply hop on and take a class.” Peloton creates 15 hours of content each day at its state-of-the-art studio in New York City, and its proprietary platform lets riders follow their progress on a leader board and buddy up with friends from around the world. Says Foley, “Peloton allows you to wake up at six in the morning, get on the bike, and have that 45-minute workout [done] by the time the kids wake up!” To purchase a bike or view class schedules, visit pelotonbike.com. The Peloton app is available at itunes.apple.com.
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Haute wheels: Riders can join Peloton—which takes its name from the French word for a pack of cyclists in a race—by purchasing a bike that comes with a tablet ($1,995) or by subscribing to the iOS app ($13 per month).
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SPACE roundtable
Caroline Bass, Matthew Burrows, and Stephen Ferrara raise a glass at Jams restaurant at 1 Hotel Central Park. below: James Brune says the forthcoming Second Avenue subway will draw people back to the Upper East Side.
Gotham sat down with the city’s hottest rising stars in real estate to talk about the nabes new yorkers are flocking to—and they’re not in brooklyn!
Where are your buyers heading? Matthew Burrows: The West Village continues to be the most coveted neighborhood, followed by Chelsea and Tribeca. Hudson Square is very up-and-coming, which has a lot to do with a rezoning that happened in 2013. It’s banked by Soho, the West Village, and Tribeca. Stephen Ferrara: The
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Bowery exploded a few years ago with restaurant and retail, and now the real estate is catching up. James Brune: We can also focus on the Upper East Side, where we have the new T line. That’s going to start to bring people back from Brooklyn. What new trends are you seeing on the Upper East Side? SF: The landscape of the
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price-per-square foot versus the pure price point on the Upper East Side is becoming a much bigger conversation. People are willing to pay $3,000 a foot if it means they can buy something sub-$3 million, which developers didn’t cater to three to four years ago. Everyone was building big. Now that market is saturated and people are starting to build small. Caroline Bass: The prices for townhouses in Brooklyn are pushing the envelope at $3 to $4 million. You could go to Harlem and get one for $2.5 million. MB: Neil Patrick Harris led the charge. CB: When the grocery stores start coming in... Whole Foods has changed the landscape of that area entirely. MB: It used to be artists leading the charge, now it’s Whole Foods. Gowanus in Brooklyn is another great example. Are you employing any tech-driven plays— whether it’s app development or using social media to gain clients? MB: It should be a mix of using technology where appropriate, but sticking to old-fashioned methods like throwing a housewarming party and sending out mailers and postcards. JB: It’s easy to be inundated with tools that have surfacelevel appeal but little impact. That said, a web presence is crucial. Social media platforms should be reflective of your style and
approach, not vice versa. MB: [Douglas] Elliman has really tried to be at the vanguard of technology with custom apps. You can walk around a neighborhood and see what open houses are nearby. CB: People are really into videos, it’s the best way to get a sense of the space. We also use Quick Stats, which is a backend system that allows you to get market statistics rapidly. We still run statistics and comps when we go in for a pitch, but it’s helpful if you want to run a quick snapshot of the market right this second. SF: There are people like Fredrik [Eklund] and Ryan [Serhant], who have half a million followers from the TV show Million Dollar Listing: New York, and who are probably selling properties directly off of Instagram. I don’t think you can argue against it from a marketing perspective—it’s staying in front of people, and casting a wide net.
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204 Forsyth is the latest luxury condo development to hit the Bowery—part of the neighborhood’s recent real estate boom.
“Hudson square is very up-and-coming, wHicH Has a lot to do witH a rezoning tHat Happened in 2013. it’s banked by soHo, tHe west village, and tribeca.” —matthew burrows
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Caroline Bass, real estate broker at Citi Habitats, 157 Columbus Ave., Ste. 2W, 646-703-2053; citihabitats.com James Brune, real estate broker at Douglas Elliman, 137 Waverly Pl., 212-2062820; thejamesbruneteam. elliman.com Matthew Burrows, real estate broker at Douglas Elliman, 137 Waverly Pl., 212-206-2817; thejamesbruneteam. elliman.com Stephen Ferrara, real estate broker at Town Residential, 337 W. Broadway, 646-561-5306; townrealestate.com
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space: the guide GOTHAM’S INN-SIDE TRACK TO HAUTE HOTELS fOR vISITORS AND STAyCATIONINg CITy DwELLERS
The Greenwich hoTel Robert De Niro’s countrystyle hotel features a Shibui Spa and buzzy dining spot Locanda verde. 377 Greenwich St., 212-941-8900; thegreenwichhotel.com
SmyTh Loft-style rooms, Kiehl’s products, and terry-cloth robes fill this boutique hotel. 85 W. Broadway, 212-5877000; thompsonhotels.com
LES/EAST VILLAGE STONEHENGE 86 Stonehenge 86 blends classic Upper East Side luxury with modern style and convenience. Live in an elegantly renovated threebedroom apartment with stunning pre-war details, dramatic ceiling heights and a wood-burning fireplace. In Carnegie Hill, you’ll find an ideal setting for daily life in an intimate and picturesque neighborhood steps from Central Park and Museum Mile. High-end amenities include a fitness center, children’s playroom, outdoor terrace and resident lounge.
The Bowery hoTel An industrial-like building disguises kitschy interiors. 335 Bowery, 212-505-9100; theboweryhotel.com
croSBy STreeT hoTel Each of the 86 rooms is luxuriously appointed and distinctly different. 79 Crosby St., 212-226-6400; firmdalehotels.com
hoTel indiGo leS Subway graffiti and the music scene of the CBgB era inspired the look of this new hot spot. 171 Ludlow St., 212237-1776; ihg.com
The JameS new yorK True to its hip locale, The James features a stylish rooftop bar, an in-house art curator, and a David Burke restaurant. 27 Grand St., 212465-2000; jameshotels.com
MEATPACKING dISTRICT/ CHELSEA dream downTown This after-hours hot spot is known for its glass-ceilinged lobby lounge that looks into a swimming pool above. 355 W. 16th St., 212-229-2559; dreamhotels.com
The hiGh line hoTel The rooms in this converted 1865 dormitory feature quirky details like terrariums and rotary phones from the ’30s. 180 10th Ave., 212-9293888; thehighlinehotel.com
GRAMERCY/ FLATIRON Gramercy ParK hoTel This retro-chic spot offers celeb sightings, high-end amenities, and access to the city’s only private park. 2 Lexington Ave., 212-9203300; gramercyparkhotel.com
MIdTOWN The KimBerly hoTel Opt for The Kimberly if you’re looking for a homey yet luxe stay—most rooms are spacious suites that include a kitchenette. 145 E. 50th St., 212-702-1600; kimberlyhotel.com
The london nyc Inspired interiors from renowned designer David Collins are among the many draws of this hotel, a stone’s throw from Carnegie Hall and MoMA. 151 W. 54th St., 212-307-5000; thelondonnyc.com
ParK hyaTT new yorK Hyatt’s flagship hotel is housed in the first 25 floors of the iconic One57 condo tower at the heart of “billionaire’s row.” 153 W. 57th St., 646-774-1234; newyork.park.hyatt.com
The PeninSula new yorK This classically luxurious hotel comes with all the amenities needed for a business traveler. 700 Fifth Ave., 212-956-2888; newyork.peninsula.com
The Plaza hoTel The Plaza remains a beacon
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experience at the brand’s Madison Avenue flagship. The new Love to Indulge package takes things one step further with a decadent spread of Champagne, roses, and chocolatecovered strawberries; custom Frédéric Malle bath amenities; a romantic dinner for two at The Mark Restaurant by JeanGeorges; and a breakfast-in-bed menu of Champagne and caviar. 25 E. 77th St., 212-744-4300; themarkhotel.com
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SHOWSTOPPER! The Muse Hotel, located within the Theater District, has unveiled the results of an extensive renovation. Designed by acclaimed Intra-Spec Hospitality Design, the updated guest rooms cater to a new generation of travelers with a black-and-white palette and amenities like Jawbone Jambox Bluetooth speakers. Adjacent to the lobby is Nios Restaurant, which now features communal dining tables, shared plates, and seasonal modern American cuisine by Executive Chef Jarett Brodie. 130 W. 46th St., 212-4852400; themusehotel.com of old-wealth New York, with French-style rooms, private terraces, and butler service. 768 Fifth Ave., 212-7593000; fairmont.com
The RiTz-CaRlTon new YoRk, CenTRal PaRk A short walk to Museum Mile, this townhouse-like hotel has views of Central Park. 50 Central Park South, 212-3089100; ritzcarlton.com
Row nYC Located a block from Times Square, Row NYC is ideal for travelers looking for modern, well-designed rooms. 700 Eighth Ave., 888-352-3650; rownyc.com
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This centuries-old enclave is known for unrivaled service, a luxe Remède Spa, and the storied King Cole Bar. 2 E. 55th St., 212-753-4500; stregisnewyork.com
SanCTuaRY hoTel new YoRk This centrally located hotel adjacent to Times Square boasts European-style hospitality and stylish furnishings. 132 W. 47th St., 212-234-7000; sanctuaryhotelnyc.com
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cabins on a luxury ocean liner, but opt for a Viceroy Park View Room and its green vistas. 120 W. 57th St., 212-830-8000; viceroyhotelsandresorts.com
charming hotel that sits along a townhouse-lined street. 37 E. 64th St., 212-606-4600; plaza-athenee.com
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A restaurant from chef Daniel Boulud, a world-class Cornelia Spa, and an impressive art collection highlight this Beaux Arts-style spot. 20 E. 76th St., 212-288-3700; thesurrey.com
The CaRlYle For a classic New York moment, head to Bemelmans Bar, famous for its Ludwig Bemelmans murals and 24k gold-leaf-covered ceiling. 35 E. 76th St., 212-744-1600; rosewoodhotels.com
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This boutique hotel is all about one-of-a-kind perks: 24-hour access to Bergdorf Goodman, personal training with Dan Flores, and room service from none other than Jean-Georges Vongerichten. 25 E. 77th St., 212-744-4300; themarkhotel.com
Central Park, Hayden Planetarium, and the American Museum of Natural History are just two blocks from this classically restored landmark building. 201 W. 79th St., 212-875-1000;
The PieRRe This New York landmark offers white-glove service and rooms that feel like private residences. 2 E. 61st St., 212-838-8000; tajhotels.com
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MandaRin oRienTal, new YoRk This Forbes five-star hotel at the Time Warner Center includes a 35th-floor lobby overlooking Central Park and a 14,500-square-foot spa with views of the Hudson River. 80 Columbus Circle, 212-805-8800; mandarinoriental.com
MY TOWN. OUR NEIGHBORHOOD. YOUR HOME. “Manhattan is unlike anywhere else in the world. Each neighborhood has its own personality and charm. Whether residential, commercial, or investment, there are tremendous opportunities.” And with an awardwinning track record like Stephen’s - which recently includes the sale of a 55,000 sf West Chelsea development site, a 6-acre waterfront Hamptons property, 14,000 square feet SoHo building, and one of downtown’s most exclusive penthouses - savvy buyers and sellers seek out his expertise, guidance, and uncompromising discretion. Stephen Ferrara Representative, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson TOWN Residential C: (646) 761-7038 O: (646) 561-5306 E: sferrara@townrealestate.com
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invited Rebecca Welsh, founder of HALO Foundation, and David Krzypow, VP of marketing at Moroccanoil, attend an event to celebrate International Women’s Day.
When StarS Align
Manhattan’s social set celebrated the start of spring with fashionable fêtes and charitable celebrations. In honor of International Women’s Day, Moroccanoil cofounder Carmen Tal, VP of Marketing David Krzypow, and Gotham magazine came together to celebrate special guests such as Rebecca Welsh, founder of the HALO Foundation and one of Moroccanoil’s Inspired By Women honorees.
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MOROCCANOIL CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY Moroccanoil cofounder Carmen Tal and Gotham magazine gathered with beauty industry bloggers and press to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8 at Vaucluse. Guests were treated to a showing of Carmen’s Story: The Inspiration Behind Moroccanoil, a glimpse into what inspires Tal and her passion to empower women. Rebecca Welsh, founder of HALO Foundation, a nonprofit that helps at-risk youth heal through art therapy, also screened her new video spot about her efforts to empower disadvantaged youth around the globe. Vaucluse’s private dining room provided a chic backdrop.
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Forest Whitaker and Joshua Jackson
Joe Pantoliano and Kelsey Grammer
Russell Simmons and Lucy McIntosh
CELEBRATION FOR HUGHIE Debi Mazar and Gabriele Corcos
Emmy Rossum
Andrew Saffir and Anh Duong
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A celebration for Forest Whitaker’s Broadway debut in Eugene O’Neill’s Hughie brought out a starry crowd. Industry heavyweights Debbie Allen, Sting, Richard Dreyfuss, Kelsey Grammer, and Phylicia Rashad joined up-and-comers Zoe Kazan, Rami Malek, and Danny Strong at Elyx House for the stylish bash hosted by Harvey Weinstein and Cinema Society founder Andrew Saffir.
Billy Magnussen and June Ambrose
Charles Stanley and Honorary Minister Tshekedi Khama
Map Ives, Uma Thurman, Tim Farrell, Eric Ripert, and Keith Vincent
Stephen Lussier
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FOREVERMARK SUPPORTS RHINO RESCUE BOTSWANA More than 100 guests, including Uma Thurman, Coco Rocha, and Gloria Steinem, joined Forevermark, the diamond brand from The De Beers Group of Companies, and safari specialist Explore, Inc., to support Rhino Rescue Botswana. Hosted by chef Eric Ripert at Le Bernardin Privé, the event benefited Botswana’s new Tlhokomela Trust as part of De Beers’s ongoing commitment to rhino conservation. For every acre of land used for mining by De Beers, five acres are dedicated to the conservation of nature.
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Coco Rocha and James Conran
Alex Goldberger and Carolyna De Laurentiis
Sabrina Bertucci, Todd Stone, Kaitlin Sandor, Mark McCauley, Rich Rundle, Daniyal Hussain, Francesco Clark, Andrea Smith, Josh Smith, Alex Goldberger, Carolyna De Laurentiis, Melissa Rothberg, Greg Geronemus, and Ben Sherman
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NEW YORK STEM CELL FOUNDATION More than 150 emerging business leaders, influencers, and philanthropists gathered at The Bowery Hotel to raise awareness and support for The New York Stem Cell Foundation’s research institute. The annual event was hosted by the NYSCF Junior Leadership Council with members Francesco Clark, Carolyna De Laurentiis, Alex Goldberger, and Mark McCauley on hand throughout the evening to educate the guests on the importance of NYSCF’s research to accelerate cures for the major diseases of our time.
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MARKET BOOM WITH NEW DEVELOPMENT ON THE EAST END, REAL ESTATE PRICES ARE ON THE RISE. BY EMILY J. WEITZ
There was a time, not so long ago, when people were snatching up deals from Montauk to Southampton, offering hundreds of thousands below asking price and sometimes getting it. Those days are long gone. The Hamptons market is now booming. And if you’re looking to buy, expect to pay for what you want. “The market is really strong,” says Erica Grossman, a licensed sales agent with Douglas Elliman for the past 12 years (631-204-2723; ericagrossman.elliman.com). “We are seeing houses trade for what they’re worth or even higher.” But there is also a trend, especially on the high end, towards overpricing,
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and buyers are pushing back. Houses listed over $10 million are often sitting on the market, and experts say they’re just priced wrong. “The pricing has gotten way ahead of itself,” says Anthony Devivio, managing director at Halstead (631-324-6100; halstead.com). “This is still a second-home market, and people aren’t willing to pay $25 million for a second home when they know it would have sold for $17 million a year or two ago. There’s a tug of war right now, and on the high end the buyers are winning.” Still, the market is hungry, and lots of new development has been underway to respond.
Grossman says this has led buyers to look in areas they might not have before. “A lot of people are more interested in going north of the highway,” she says. “There are great neighborhoods and beautiful new homes.” Robert Nelson, senior managing director of Brown Harris Stevens (631-204-2431; bhshamptons.com), agrees. In addition to north of the highway, neighborhoods
like Noyac and Springs are seeing plenty of action. “As things have gotten so expensive these are areas people are moving to at a certain price point,” says Nelson. However, that doesn’t mean that people are abandoning the villages or the beach—not by a long shot. “South of the highway and the villages are on fire,” says Nelson. “If something is priced right, it’s gone.”
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Located on a feeder to Mecox Bay, this super-chic, four-bedroom residence (ABOVE) features not only 175 feet of direct bulkhead waterfront but also a waterside Gunite pool. “The waterfront is magnetic—you can see if from almost every room in the house,” says Harald Grant, senior global real estate advisor at Sotheby’s, about the $10.5 million property. Floor-toceiling windows run the length of the William Georgisdesigned home, which is surrounded by a lush landscape of wild flowers and bamboo stands created by renowned garden designer Paula Hayes. A separate guesthouse and workout studio, outdoor built-in barbecue and kitchen, and separate full-bath pool cabana round out the luxe amenities. 50 Nugent St., Southampton, 516-527-7712; sothebyshomes.com
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Sagaponack. Gorgeous one-acre lot adjacent to a 30 acre farmfield reserve on Bridge Lane in Sagapoack South features a totally renovated 5,225 SF+/-, 5-bedroom, 5.5-bath residence with gunite pool and studio. Magnificent grounds with tall privet, apple trees & perennial gardens. Stroll to the Sagaponack Lake for kayaking & paddle boarding just a few hundred feet away or be at the ocean at Gibson Beach less than one mile away. This home should not be missed!
Wainscott. A classic traditional cottage in the heart of Wainscott South is located on a quiet street and just minutes to the ocean beaches. This well laid out one level floor plan make this home comfortable and airy while providing privacy for you and your guests. The kitchen, dining area and living room all open to the covered porch and patio. The master bedroom suite which is sited on the south side of the home offers double height ceiling, beautiful master bath and access to both the blue stone patio and the newly installed heated gunite pool. Additionally there are three guest bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and two and a half baths. Stroll to the prestigious Beach Lane or enjoy the convenience of being close to Wainscotts farm stand, shopping and transportation.
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HAMPTONS GREEN Michael Derrig of Landscape Details creates landscapes that complement or soften the geometry of modern architecture.
THE NATURAL LOOK FROM PLANTINGS TO OUTDOOR SCULPTURE, LANDSCAPE DESIGNERS KEEP A KEEN EYE ON WHAT’S NEW AND WHAT’S TIMELESS IN CREATING A LUXURIOUS PROPERTY.
A summer home is meant to be a refuge, a place where the stresses of everyday life are kept at bay. But without the proper care, your outdoor space on Memorial Day can look more like an abandoned scrap yard than a beautiful Eden. For Frederico Azevedo, owner of Unlimited Earth
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Care (2249 Scuttle Hole Road, Bridgehampton, 631-725-7551, unlimited earthcare.com), understanding and working in harmony with a property’s existing color palette is essential. First, he looks to existing plantings or gardens. “If the garden is a mixture of vibrant colors, I use that same color scheme,” he
says. “I approach everything together so it blends. Consistency is very important, and that extends to patio furniture and cushions.” This sense of conformity also extends to stylistic structures. According to Declan Blackmore of Summerhill Landscapes (6 Shaw Road, Sag Harbor,
631-725-0005; summer hilllandscapes.com), pergolas and stonework details are ways to enhance the outdoor space while remaining in congruity with the style of the house. As modern architecture grows in popularity, landscapes adapt. “We’re seeing a lot of modern homes that call îî
Impeccable design from Blaze Makoid, top-notch development by Breitenbach Builders, and landscape architecture by award-winning designer Edmund Hollander are just a few of the selling points of this eight-bedroom, 11-bathroom property (ABOVE) on Jule Pond, priced at $29.95 million. The big-name creatives behind the property don’t stop there—a dramatic reflecting pool features a David Harber sculpture, and Nathan Orsman masterminded the interior lighting. “The 12,000 square feet of open living space doesn’t even include the multiple outdoor living spaces, such as the outdoor theater, two outdoor fireplaces, spa, and tennis court,” says Susan Breitenbach, associate real estate broker at Corcoran. 1936 Montauk Hwy., Bridgehampton, 631-875-6000; susanbreitenbach.com
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SAG HARBOR | $49,000,000 | Web ID: 0056481 The magnificent Angel View, 6.5+/-acre, 500+/- ft. sun-drenched waterfront estate, offers a unique world with an incredible array of outdoor activities, from the two-tiered infinity-edge pools, gardens, rock-rimmed ponds and streams, tennis, to direct water access for kayaks, paddle boards, windsurfers, and jet-skis. Room to expand.
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HAMPTONS GREEN Frederico Azevedo of Unlimited Earth Care likes using native plants in order to create selfsustaining landscapes.
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billowing beach grasses to create natural ecosystems, which then attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. “This creates a beautiful scenario involving the natural life and allows you to become a part of the natural world.” Blackmore agrees that ecologically responsible East Enders are growing increasingly more interested in the virtues of sustainability. “Our clients want a natural landscape,” he says, “with native plants and wildflower meadows to create sustainable grounds. Formal vegetable and herb gardens are also very much in style these days.” Integrating a manicured landscape into the natural environment takes skill. But Azevedo allows one rule to guide him: “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication,” he says. —E.J.W.
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“WE’RE SEEING A LOT OF MODERN HOMES THAT CALL FOR LANDSCAPE DESIGN THAT HONORS AND REFLECTS THE GEOMETRY OF THE ARCHITECTURE.”
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This chic, completely renovated, and privately situated home (ABOVE) sits just five minutes from East Hampton Village. Situated on Three Mile Harbor, the home accommodates larger boats with two moorings, which can be reached by dinghy accessed via a state-of-the-art retractable dock. “When you’re not on the water, you can enjoy options like a clay tennis court, heated Gunite free-form pool, and a spa conveniently located just outside the master suite,” says Mala Sander, associate real estate broker at Corcoran. The five-bedroom, four-bathroom home, priced at $5.85 million, also comes with a subterranean, temperature-controlled wine cellar and tasting room that accommodates 5,000 bottles. 155 Main St., Sag Harbor, 631-8990108; corcoran.com
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for landscape design that honors and reflects the geometry of the architecture or softens and complements a modern design,” says Michael Derrig of Landscape Details (1796 Bridgehampton Sag Harbor Tpk., Sag Harbor, 631-725-0018; landscape details.com). Whatever colors, patterns, or designs are en vogue, there’s one movement that’s bigger than all the others: sustainability. According to Azevedo, being ecologically sound is the biggest trend in landscape design. In the past, the use of chemicals was pervasive, with little credence given to native plants. This is no longer true. “I see more and more of a conscience that we all want to support,” says Azevedo, who uses native plants like tall white veronicastrum, native dogwoods, and
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SOUTHAMPTON | $21,000,000 | Web ID: 0056940 FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET. Magnificent and spacious home sited on 2+/- acres of exceptional park-like grounds and located on legendary Gin Lane. The gracious floor plan includes a large formal living room, paneled library, sunroom, formal dining and an oversized kitchen/ family room all accessing the manicured grounds, covered dining porch, patio and pool. There are 9 bedrooms, 9 baths, 2 half baths including a master suite with dramatic architectural details and ocean view. Additionally there is a staff wing, 2-car garage, pool and tennis court.
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SOUTHAMPTON VILLAGE | PRICE UPON REQUEST | Web ID: 0056887 An opportunity to own a significant piece of Southampton’s prestigious estate section with sensational water views minutes to ocean beaches and village. The natural beauty of this property is jaw-dropping with three of the four lots boasting unobstructed views of Lake Agawam and a lawn reminiscent of a fine golf course. This 15+/- acre parcel is comprised of four subdivided lots of 5.6 +/- acres, 3.6 +/- acres, 2.9 +/- acres and 2.8+/- acres, respectively, one of which, provides direct access to First Neck Lane. Each lot is buildable and is available together with the existing house or separately. The existing contemporary light-filled home on 5.6+/- acres features seven bedrooms, including a first floor master suite with dual baths, formal dining room, living room, den, library and kitchen. The neighboring 2.8+/- acre lot currently holds the tennis court, gunite pool and pool house and both lots offer sweeping vistas over the scenic lake and the exquisitely landscaped lawn with mature trees. This is a rare opportunity to design and construct a magnificent compound in the coveted Village of Southampton.
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Extraordinary 16-room residence distinguished by fine architectural details and superb amenities. Masterpiece Listing. SD #3. MLS# 2769953. $10,988,000. Sandi Lefkowitz 516.674.2000 ext.221, c.516.816.3461 Bonnie Williamson 631.427.6600 ext.210, c.516.443.5958
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Elizabeth II by Bates/Masi Architects, a residence in Amagansett, features a central living area and walls imposed with state-of-the-art acoustic insulation. ABOVE RIGHT: Another property by Bates/Masi Architects, this East End home features a central, open-kitchen floor plan.
MAKE YOUR MARK INDIVIDUALITY REIGNS SUPREME WHEN IT COMES TO EAST END ARCHITECTURE.
The Hamptons has always been a playground for creativity, and architecture is no exception. Many homeowners are collaborating with architects and builders to design a home that reflects who they are. “Clients are getting more individualistic with their requests,” says Nick Martin of Martin Architects (2913 Montauk Hwy., Sagaponack, 631-613-6555; martin architects.com). “They’re digging deeper into who
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they are, asking us to help work that into their home.” While a collaborative client might seek out a firm like Martin’s, other builders would argue that homeowners want a professional to make decisions about style, architecture, and construction, so that everything is perfect at the move-in date. “The vast majority of people don’t want the brain damage of the process [of building a home],” says Joe Farrell of
Farrell Building Company (2317 Montauk Hwy., Bridgehampton, 631-5371068; farrellbuilding.com). The major trend Farrell has seen is a movement toward modern finishes. “Until four years ago, every one of my houses was traditional. Now, maybe one in 15 is traditional.” While the classic cedar-shingle home will always have a place, there has been a surge in modern designs—and this doesn’t
mean all stucco and glass cubes anymore. Veneer stone, new varieties of glass, cement, and quartz have all been used. Paul Masi of Bates/Masi Architects (38 Main St., Sag Harbor, 631-725-0229; batesmasi.com) likes to employ familiar materials in innovative ways: “I’ll use a material that’s native to our area, like cedar shingle, and reinterpret it. You relate to the context without mimicking it.” —E.J.W.
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Originally designed by Harry Bates of renowned Bates/Masi Architects, this uber-modern home (ABOVE) situated on Georgica Pond was once home to author and art critic B.H. Friedman. The five-bedroom, six-bathroom property, priced at $17.98 million, was fully renovated in 2006 by Lee Mindel of Shelton Mindel to include glass walls and top-of-the-line amenities. “The outdoors center around a heated pool surrounded by generous decking and an alcove for alfresco dining against amazing views of the pond,” says Michael Schultz, associate real estate broker at Corcoran. “In addition, there is a tennis court, basketball court, and in-ground trampoline for the ultimate in summer enjoyment.” 51 Main St., East Hampton, 631-324-3900; corcoran.com
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As technology helps to dissolve boundaries of work and home, people are spending time in their Hamptons abode yearround. This concept of a house for all seasons changes the design of interior spaces and fuses work-life and home-life into one: the modern life. “People used to want all beachy and linens,” says Maureen McDermott of Winter McDermott Design in Sag Harbor (631-8065734; wintermcdermott.com). “But now that they’re using their houses year-round, they don’t want just beachy. We can use more sophisticated things, heavier fabrics like wools.” Still, lines are
MINIMALIST TO THE MAX THE DESIGN OF HAMPTONS HOMES NOW EXUDES MORE THAN JUST A BEACHY BUNGALOW VIBE.
5250 VANSTON ROAD, CUTCHOGUE This expansive, 15.24-acre, $10.4 million property (RIGHT) sits on the single largest bay front parcel of land on the North Fork, along Nassau Point’s west side. The eight-bedroom, five-bathroom
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home sits atop a bluff that overlooks Cutchogue Harbor and gently slops downward to 1,000 feet of private beach, which features a private boat basin that is a “rare feature on the North Fork,” says Mariah Mills, real estate salesperson at Daniel Gale Sotheby’s. “It also
comes with a private bathhouse for an easy way to enjoy the Wednesday night sailboat races.” Other remarkable amenities include a three-bedroom guesthouse, three-car garage, and clay tennis court. 2820 Main Road, Cutchogue, 631-7345439; danielgale.com
clean and spaces sparse. “People don’t want ‘stuff’ anymore,” McDermott says. “They want crisp, clean, minimal.” Interior design reflects what people do in their house. Along with the open kitchens and living spaces for communal meals and gatherings, McDermott has been incorporating office spaces into people’s Hamptons homes. Patrick McLaughlin of Elliman Real Estate (138 Main St., Sag Harbor, 631-7250200; patrickmclaughlin. elliman.com) agrees that this is the new way of living. “Home offices are not only a growing trend, but a staple,” he says. îî
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A Sag Harbor home designed by Winter McDermott Design employs minimalist accents.
SERENE SIDNEy PLACE Brooklyn Heights This rare 23-foot wide 5-story townhouse is situated mid-block on a rare 135-foot lot and offers grand proportions, a deep bucolic garden, and a sense of peace and tranquility that is quintessentially Brooklyn Heights. Currently set up as a two-family consisting of an owners garden triplex and a spacious upper duplex, this impressive property is in excellent condition and offers 5 wood-burning fireplaces, updated mechanicals, and a classic high stoop with incredible curb appeal! Perfect “as is,” or reconfigure to create the ultimate one-family legacy property on one of the most coveted blocks in Brooklyn Heights. Paradise awaits… $10.75M.
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HAMPTONS DÉCOR A Sagaponack home with interiors by Mendelson Group has an eclectic style that mixes contemporary design with vintage pieces.
“PEOPLE DON’T WANT ‘STUFF’ ANYMORE. THEY WANT CRISP, CLEAN, MINIMAL.”—MAUREEN MCDERMOTT Still, the reason people come to the Hamptons is to relax, and designs should reflect that sense of ease. “Relaxed, comfortable, easy,” says designer Gideon Mendelson of Mendelson Group (969 Third Ave., #3, New York, 212-371-1901; mendelson groupinc.com). “That’s what design is and always was about in the Hamptons.” “We are starting to see the outdoor living areas become an extension of the indoors, so rather than only having beachy fabrics to
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choose from, we’re introducing outdoor fabrics with indoor aesthetics that allow for a sophisticated look that seamlessly integrates with interior décor,” says Gerry Monroe, CEO of Cushion Source (334-558-0863; cushion source.com), which specializes in custom pillows, draperies, and linens. Interior designers such as East Hampton-based Farrin Cary (646-3258956; farrincarydesign. com) turn to shops like Monc XIII (40 Madison
St., Sag Harbor, 631-8083333; monc13.com) and Ruby Beets (25 Washington St., Sag Harbor, 631-899-3275; rubybeets.com) to find furnishings that unite the traditional with the contemporary. And Cary’s color palette, like McDermott’s, is muted and understated. “We find that a neutral palette of silvery grays and flaxen,” says Cary, “lends just enough color to sit as a reverent backdrop to the life one
brings into the home.” This June, Zicana (516-279-6909; zicana.com)—the made-tomeasure producer of gemstone surfaces, home décor, and accessories— will debut a new collection of lighting, tables, and home accessories with a minimalist aesthetic. “We design for timelessness, so that our pieces can be passed on from generation to generation,” says CEO and founder Francesco Marasco. —E.J.W.
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The four-lot property (DETAIL ABOVE) spans a 15-acre compound, which can be purchased together for $59 million or individually from $13.95 million to $19.75 million. The seven-bedroom home on the 5.6-acre lot is the largest estate section property on the market, and features unobstructed views of Lake Agawam and direct access to First Neck Lane. “The grounds are unlike anything I’ve ever seen—with a gold green lawn and mature specimen trees,” says Deborah Srb, senior global real estate advisor and associate broker at Sotheby’s. “Just to walk the grounds gives you a true resort feeling.” 50 Nugent St., Southampton, 631-227-4926; sothebyshomes.com
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2488 MAIN ST, P.O. BOX 1251, BRIDGEHAMPTON, NY 11932. 631.537.5900 | © 2016 DOUGLAS ELLIMAN REAL ESTATE. ALL MATERIAL PRESENTED HEREIN IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. WHILE, THIS INFORMATION IS BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT, IT IS REPRESENTED SUBJECT TO ERRORS, OMISSIONS, CHANGES OR WITHDRAWAL WITHOUT NOTICE. ALL PROPERTY INFORMATION, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO SQUARE FOOTAGE, ROOM COUNT, NUMBER OF BEDROOMS AND THE SCHOOL DISTRICT IN PROPERTY LISTINGS ARE DEEMED RELIABLE, BUT SHOULD BE VERIFIED BY YOUR OWN ATTORNEY, ARCHITECT OR ZONING EXPERT. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY.
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WATER MILL | PRICE UPON REQUEST 6 bedrooms, 6 baths, over 5,000 sf of living space, heated Gunite pool, pool house
PRESTIGOUS BULL PATH 3-BEDROOM | East Hampton | $1,450,000 One-of-a-kind Contemporary post and beam with spacious open floor plan with double-height great room with fireplace. Chef’s kitchen opens out to deck that overlooks 2 acres of pristine property and a heated Gunite pool. Web# H45727
4-BEDROOM 3.5-BATH SOUTH OF THE HIGHWAY HOME | Bridgehampton | $2,555,000 South of the highway in the heart of Bridgehampton Village is this light and bright mid-century with warm contemporary vibe. Expansive living room has an open floor plan with hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace and walls of glass. Heated Gunite pool and pool house. Web# H49858
SOUTH OF THE HIGHWAY A+ LOCATION | Water Mill | $3,699,500 Overlooking an open reserve this 5-bedroom, 4-bath house is on one of the most coveted streets in the Hamptons. Eat-in kitchen, den, formal dining room, open living room. Heated Gunite pool and expansive decking. Web# H42147
SOUTH OF THE HIGHWAY WITH COMMUNITY DOCK | Water Mill | $3,495,000 Bright 6-bedroom, 4-bath home on lushly landscaped .40 acres. Features gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances. Master bedroom is a full floor with sitting area and expansive master bath. Heated Gunite pool and community dock. Web# H17141
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HAMPTONS SPOTLIGHT Once part of the Maidstone Club, 40 Further Lane in East Hampton is a five-bedroom, five-bathroom masterpiece.
Hamptons Employment Agency. The agency offers placement for professionals such as Pilates instructors, hair stylists, makeup artists, and masseuses. 149 Hampton Road, Southampton, 631-204-1100; hamptonsemployment.com
2. Once you’ve fallen in love with a home, get a second opinion. Hiring a housing inspector is crucial. “As someone who’s excited about a property,” Miller explains, “you don’t necessarily have the skill set to check the boiler, to see that there’s no mold.” 3. Find a local attorney to represent your interests. “People need to hire someone who can navigate the unique market, who understands the nuances of local issues and procedures,” says Miller, “like checking town records and doing a title search.” 4. Prepare homeowner’s insurance. Many second-home buyers prefer to add on to their existing policy, but some companies will not insure homes in the
Hamptons. In this case, contact a local insurance company. 5. Negotiate and sign a contract of sale. “At this point the broker takes a back seat,” notes Miller, “and the lawyers negotiate the contract.” The purchaser’s lawyer will then order an updated survey for inclusion into the title work. 6. Closing. A lot of signing—and then celebrating! Helpful Hint: Moving Find a moving company that will listen to your unique needs. Companies like NouvelleView (212-876-6008; nouvelleview.com), take care of everything from start to finish, and complete even the most arduous moves with a sense of humor. —E.J.W.
18 LOCKWOOD AVENUE, BRIDGEHAMPTON This mid-century home (LEFT) features slick interiors and an open floor plan—expansive French doors line the dining room and kitchen, which open up to a private patio ideal for al
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fresco dining. “It’s a complete renovation south of the highway, offered at an incredible price,” says Patrick McLaughlin, associate real estate broker at Douglas Elliman, about the $2.555 million price tag. The chef’s kitchen includes a large Viking
Jaguar of Great Neck. For your perfectly manicured driveway: Jaguar’s new sleek and chic XE Sedan and the brand’s first SUV, the F-Pace. 732 Northern Blvd., Great Neck, 516-482-5500; jaguargreatneck.com Patio.com. This season, the online purveyor of all things outdoors—plus game rooms!— introduces collections from Brown Jordan. 1 Montauk Hwy., Southampton, 631-2876379; patio.com Renee’s. “Clean, sophisticated lines in home furnishings are a hot trend,” says Debra Gildersleeve, the lead designer and owner of the luxury fashion and home boutique, who likes to mix contrasting materials. 10095 Main Road, Mattituck, 631-298-4223; reneesmattituck.com
and Carrera marble island and top-of-the-line appliances, the master bedroom boasts a spacious bath and ample built-in storage, and the heated Gunite pool comes with a changing house. 138 Main St., Sag Harbor, 631-725-0200; patrickmclaughlin.elliman.com
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A GUIDE TO INVESTING IN PROPERTY OUT EAST.
1. Find a broker. “This is your first point of contact,” says Miller, “and you need to find someone who understands what it is that makes you excited about a home.” According to Shaunagh Byrne, a broker with Corcoran (2411 Main St., Bridgehampton, 631-537-4108; corcoran.com), the relationship between a buyer and a broker is about trust: “They need to know you’re going to give them the good, the bad, and the ugly, so they can make the best decision possible.”
From home financing to luxury property management, our go-tos for the best in the business. Bridgehampton National Bank. Founded in 1910, and still headquartered in Bridgehampton, the bank has expanded to 40 locations from Montauk to Manhattan. 2200 Montauk Hwy., Bridgehampton, 631-2097640; bridgenb.com
THE BUSINESS OF BUYING
So you’ve found your dream home in the Hamptons. Now it’s time to get real. Bridgehampton-based lawyer Adam Miller (2462 Main St., Ste. 7, Bridgehampton, 631-5371155; adammillergroup.com) walks us through closing the deal.
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Magnificent 10 acre estate on parsonage lane Sagaponack. Drive up your long gated drive to this stunning 10 acre Sagaponack South estate. Just listed, this unique property and 12,000 SF estate was built as a totally custom home to the highest standards with the best quality materials and craftsmanship by Jeffrey Colle. It is totally pristine and has everything imaginable including multiple covered porches, outdoor fireplace, pool house, tennis court, basketball, and finished lower level. Impeccably landscaped with specimen trees and rolling lawns, It is one of the only 10 acre manicured properties in Sagaponack South. It is the absolute perfect retreat and place to enjoy Hamptons living at it’s best! Price Upon Request WEB# 30703
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