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Many little boys dream of training a pet dragon or having secret superpowers. But not Anthony Davis. To most, his youthful aspirations were just as imaginative and just as unobtainable: all he ever wanted was to become a pro basketball player and to win a National Basketball Association (NBA) championship. With single-minded purpose, Davis managed to make the first dream a reality while still in his teens. And now, by signing with the Los Angeles Lakers, he’s in hot pursuit of the second. His dreams will no longer be deferred.

“What I’m looking for is a championship ring,” the 26-year-old athlete admits.

“I think every basketball player that comes into the league wants to be a champion. Every basketball player wants to be the best. I want to come out and be as successful as possible in this league as long as I’m here. The main goal for a team is to win a championship, and that’s what I want to be a part of.” With the Lakers—and playing mano-amano with LeBron James—Davis has a real shot at the success to which he is accustomed.

But let’s rewind a moment. Knowing that he’d have a better shot of obtaining that longed-for win elsewhere, he decided to become the

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“L.A. is real relaxed, which is what I am. I’m a really chill, laid-back guy. I think L.A. is going to fit perfectly for me.”

master of his own fate by opting out of a contract extension (one that came with the possibility of $240 million, no less) with the New Orleans Pelicans—for which he had been playing since 2012 after being selected as the first overall pick in the NBA Draft—and requesting a trade. His move to Los Angeles was finalized in June when he was traded for Lonzo Ball, Brandon Ingram, Josh Hart and three first-round draft picks, including the Lakers’ No. 4 overall selection in the 2019 NBA Draft.

And so, almost as soon as the ink on his one-year contract was dry, Davis packed his bags and headed west to the land of opportunity. But the 6 feet, 10 inches tall, 235-pound player isn’t a wide-eyed ingenue. He has made his way to SoCal for the past six summers, where he relaxes, enjoys the sunshine and takes care of business. He will continue to do this, especially since he now has a full year in Tinseltown.

“I’m excited to be living here full time,” he confides. “L.A. is real relaxed, which is what I am. I’m a really chill, laid-back, relaxed guy. I think L.A. is going to fit perfectly for me.”

In more ways than one, apparently. “[Los Angeles] is just somewhere I wanted to be,” he says. “I had a lot of things I wanted to do here in terms of business... off-court opportunities. I just fell in love with the city, and now I’m going to be living here for a year.”

It’s a bonus that he’s already familiar with the terrain. Nothing is new and everything is familiar, which makes the move much easier. “I’m used to the L.A. life,” he notes. “I’ve been coming here for six summers, so it’s not that big of a change for me… Everything is the same. My [workout] routine, the days and hours that I’m training, they pretty much stay the same. All that changes is what I work on basketball-wise.”

His familiarity with the city meant that he already knew where he wanted to live and already had his go-to spots and restaurants, given that he “doesn’t do the nightlife thing,” which include Nobu Malibu, Lupetti and Giorgio Baldi.

Davis also already had an existing support network. “I have friends out here [for sure…]. It’s not a huge circle [… but] I’ve been able to connect with a lot of different people and form relationships with them, so it was very easy to make this transition for me.”

One of those people is LeBron James. Instead of sending a welcome basket or taking his new teammate out for dinner to celebrate, James did something better—he gave Davis a part in his latest film.

James has been shooting Warner Bros.’ Space Jam 2—the live-action/ animated sports comedy sequel to 1996’s Space Jam—all summer. And although Davis, who’s already appeared on the big screen, in 2016’s Barbershop: The Next Cut, didn’t come to L.A. with stars in his eyes or Hollywood aspirations, he discovered very quickly that anything can happen in La La Land.

“I hadn’t really thought about [doing anything Hollywood-related]; basketball is my focus. Obviously [though], me and LeBron are very close, and he asked if I wanted to be in a movie with him. I felt like it was a cool opportunity for me, being that Space Jam is one of my favorite movies, so I jumped on board.”

Nothing could say ‘happy you’re here’ more than this gesture (especially in L.A.), but James has rolled out the welcome wagon in other ways as well, like inviting Davis to his famous Taco Tuesday party… albeit only once. “LeBron likes to eat tacos on Tuesday, and that’s pretty much it,” Davis explains. “He invites people over to share

that with him, and he makes it a big deal. I [was asked to attend] only once, and if I ever get invited again, I’ll for sure go back. It’s a great family vibe.”

While he’s not discounting having the occasional chill moment, Davis isn’t here to have fun. “I know why I’m out here, and it’s to help the team win,” he declares. “I have fun in the summers, but for me, it’s all about work. I want to be the best that I can be, and I don’t have time to go play and have fun. For the season, it’s all about work.”

He’s excited to get back to it on Oct. 22 as the Lakers face off against L.A.’s other NBA team, the Clippers, for their first game of the season. “We have the right pieces [to win] this year. We have a great front office, great ownership [and a great team]. We’re set up to be successful. Hopefully, we’ll come together as a group and win a championship this year.”

With that statement, he ships the entire team: James, Kostas Antetokounmpo, Avery Bradley, Devontae Cacok, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Jordan Caroline, Alex Caruso, Quinn Cook, DeMarcus Cousins, Troy Daniels, Jared Dudley, Danny Green, Talen HortonTucker, Dwight Howard, Demetrius Jackson, Kyle Kuzma, JaVale McGee, Zach Norvell Jr. and Rajon Rondo.

“I think we have a strong connection, and that’s all the guys, not just LeBron,” he maintains, adding, “I haven’t played with anyone since Quinn Cook and Rondo. Hopefully, the other guys can feed off my energy. And same for me, hopefully I can feed off their energy, go to the finals, and win.”

Winning is, as expected, a major motivator for the six-time NBA All-Star. “I want to be Player of the Year, MVP, in the Hall of Fame, the top of every list. All the awards are definitely on my list,” he admits.

Basically, he wants to continue the way he started, and Anthony Davis has been winning for his entire life. “I’m competitive. At any point in time—when I play anything—I have always wanted to win. I think that’s the main goal, to win. Nobody wants their team to lose, and from a young age, I always wanted to win. I won a league championship when I was in elementary school. My team in college [he played one season for the University of Kentucky, where he was named first-team All-American and the Consensus National Player of the Year before being drafted by the NBA] won. I’ve won in all stages of basketball and I want to continue that with the NBA as well.”

But what Anthony Davis does isn’t just win. He’s among the best NBA players in the league and has been since he joined. After his first round, first overall pick, the power forward/center, he was then selected to play for Team USA in the 2012 Olympics that summer, averaging 3.7 points and 2.7 rebounds in 7.6 minutes per game to help the team win a gold medal. Two years later, he helped Team USA win the gold at the 2014 FIBA World Cup. After his rookie season, he was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team.

He continuously defied expectations, becoming the youngest player to score at least 59 points in an NBA game; breaking franchise records for free throws made and attempted in a quarter as well as for defensive rebounds in a game. He was named the NBA All-Star Game MVP Award winner in 2017 after setting an All-Star Game scoring record of 52 points and made three All-NBA First Teams and three NBA All-Defensive Teams.

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“As long as I’m here [in L.A.], I’m going to do as much as I can to have a happy ending.” past problem areas. Over the summer, for example, he made an effort to develop his three-point shot. “I wouldn’t say I’m good, but I’m definitely more confident about it,” he says. “It’s something that I wanted to add to my arsenal, and I think I’ve improved tremendously.

At the same time, I can never get the placement, so I’ll continue to work on it and other parts of my game. Hopefully, I’ll keep getting better and better, where I continue to help the team.”

He’s definitely got the ‘all for one and one for all’ mentality. When we ask if he expects to play the five position (or center), he says, “I’ll play whatever [head coach Frank Vogel] wants me to play. I think he has a game plan, and whatever that is, whether I’m at the one, two, three, four or five, I’ll make sure to follow it and do the best job possible in that role. [If he does play me in that position], I’m used to it; I played five the past few years. I’m not worried about any of that.”

Davis, as we’ve found, really isn’t the worrying type. More so, he assesses a situation, and figures out how to fix it. A loss isn’t the end of the world, it’s an opportunity to play better. “When I lose, I push through.

There are a lot of games, and if I lost, I’d flush that one. I try not to get too low; I try not to get too high. If we do lose, I watch the game and figure out what we can do to be better so we don’t lose the next game.”

Win or lose, one very important thing remains the same, and that’s the love and support of his family. “The greatest luxury in life is family.

I think no matter what you go through, your family is always going to be there. You can get into it with them—argue with, complain, go through a low point in your life, have something great or something bad going on—they’re always going to be there. That’s why I’m big on family. No matter what I do or what I have, I know my family’s not going to change; they’re always going to be there for me. Even when we fuss and fight, I know I can always count on them,” he says.

Davis was raised in Chicago, to a family of basketball players— father Anthony Davis Sr., mother Erainer and sisters Iesha and Antoinette, his twin—who taught him to love the game, love himself and love others. “My whole family played basketball, and I don’t want to say I was forced, but I definitely fell in line [because of them] and fell in love with the game from there,” he admits.

When he started to become seriously good in high school after a growth spurt that bumped him from 6’1” to 6’10”, he considered switching schools from Perspectives, a tiny, academically-inclined charter school that lacked a true athletic program, to one of the Chi-town powerhouses, but his father advised against it. “He told me, ‘No matter where you are, they’ll find you.’ He wanted me to stay in this small school because he was very big on loyalty—and so 20 HAUTE LIVING hauteliving.com

was I—and I ended up making it to the pros. He made sure that I didn’t get off track or get caught up in the hype… It was the best thing that could happen for me.”

Anyone would wish to be in Davis’ size 17 shoes, and this isn’t lost on him. Which is why the stoic star is so big on giving back. But hey, he got it from his mama (and papa). “My family is huge on giving back, being grateful for what we have and big on helping others. I learned a lot from my family in that aspect. Some of the stuff I have now, I didn’t have as a kid, so being able to help kids have some of the stuff I didn’t have—and adults as well—is important to me,” he confides.

We’ll say! He has not only received the NBA Cares Community Assist Award twice in recognition of his charitable efforts throughout New Orleans, but in 2014, he launched “AD’s Flight Academy,” which consisted of monthly events with various groups in the Greater-New Orleans area during the season. He has served Thanksgiving dinner to hundreds of underprivileged families at New Orleans Mission and during the holidays, took over 200 children from local nonprofits and gave them their very own shopping spree at Target. He also gave a mother of two from the local Kingsley House the brand-new Kia he was awarded for winning the 2017 NBA All-Star MVP. He’s confident that he’ll continue his charitable initiatives in L.A. [especially since his new team has the Los Angeles Lakers Youth Foundation, which helps underserved kids in the local community], saying, “Me being here for a year, I think I’ll have countless opportunities to be able to do something to give back.”

There’s comfort in consistency and not just in this respect. Davis is who he is, and he knows what he wants out of life. That isn’t going to change because he’s in a new city. “I know who I am, and I’m not going to change who I am to fit in with the city,” he maintains.

But will he stay in the City of Angels? That’s the question. He’s officially in L.A. for a year only—the 2019-2020 season—after which he’ll be fully eligible for free agency. “We’ll see [if I stay],” he states.

“My contract is only for a year here, but if I think [I should stay] longer, then I’ll pursue that when the opportunity comes.”

For now, he says, the focus is on the season at hand and, essentially, just playing ball. “I think God gives everyone a certain gift, and I think this is my gift, my calling. I try to make the best of it and have fun doing it knowing that, obviously, it’s going to stop later on in my life. So, while I can, I want to make sure that I enjoy it and have fun with it… As long as I’m here [in L.A.], I’m going to do as much as I can to have a happy ending.”

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The Spider returns 50 years later with the debut of the 812 GTS.

BY NATASHA BAZIKA

EXACTLY 50 YEA R S FR OM T HE DEBU T OF T H E L A S T S P ID E R IN

the Ferrari range that sported a front-mounted V12, the 812 GTS hails a triumphant return for a model type that has played a pivotal role in the marque’s history since its foundation.

The Ferrari V12 Spider story features many iconic models and began in 1948 with the 166 MM, which won the two most prestigious endurance races in the world in 1949: the Mille Miglia and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Like its historic predecessors, the 812 GTS sets a new benchmark in terms of performance and exclusivity. Sporting Ferrari’s majestic 800 cv V12, it is not merely the most powerful production Spider on the market, but it also the most versatile, thanks to its retractable hardtop, a unique feature in this segment that also guarantees a larger boot capacity. The retractable hardtop, which opens in just 14 seconds at speeds of up to 45 kph, does not impinge upon the interior dimensions, thus maintaining the car’s roomy cockpit. The electric rear screen, which acts as a windstop, makes the car truly useable with the top down, while with the top up, it can be left open to allow occupants to continue luxuriating in the naturally aspirated V12’s unique soundtrack.

The 812 GTS is the Spider version of the 812 Superfast, from which it takes both its specifications and performance—most notably the power unit—which, thanks to its ability to unleash a massive 800 cv at 8,500 rpm, is the most powerful engine in its class. The 718 Nm of torque guarantees impressive acceleration virtually on par with that of the 812 Superfast, while the heady 8,900 rpm rev limit means that sporty driving is undiminished.

Much like the 812 Superfast, these performance levels are achieved in part by optimizing the engine design and by innovations, such as the use of a 350-bar direct injection system and the control system for the variable geometry inlet tracts, developed on naturally aspirated F1 engines.

The high-pressure injection system also improves the nebulization of the injected fuel, thus dramatically reducing the number of particulates emitted when the catalytic converter is warming up. Additionally, the fitment of a Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF), together with the Stop & Start on the Move strategy, cut and restart the engine while the car is on the move, ensuring the engine complies with all emissions regulations.

Particular attention was paid to calibrating the Manettino settings to

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V12 Spider

enhance the engine’s potential and the sensation of extreme power delivered by the car. That said, the driver will always be able to easily and confidently dose the massive torque available with the accelerator pedal, thanks to smooth, progressive power delivery at all engine speeds.

Designed by the Ferrari Styling Centre and based on the 812 Superfast, the 812 GTS Spider echoes the formal language and proportions of Ferrari’s front-engine V12 without altering either its exterior dimensions or interior space and comfort, so it represents the perfect marriage of sportiness and elegance. From the side view, the 812 GTS has a fastback sleekness: a two-box design with a high tail reminiscent of the glorious 365 GTB/4 (Daytona) of 1968. The draped design of the flanks visually shortens the tail and is characterized by sharply slanted crease lines and impressively muscular wheel arches that imbue it with the power and aggression warranted by its imposing V12.

The Spider’s entire rear of the car—roof, tonneau cover and luggage compartment—has been redesigned. The idea was to lend the car a new blend of sleekness and balance, thanks to two buttresses beneath, where the roof movement mechanism is stowed. The buttresses were designed to visually embody a sense of forwarding thrust and lend the side windows a signature look that would set the Spider apart from the Berlinetta. When the top is dropped, the roof panels disappear beneath the aforementioned tonneau cover. From a stylistic perspective, the rearwheel arch has lost the 812 Superfast’s characteristic aerodynamic bypass.

The absence of this duct has been compensated for by reconfiguring the rear diffuser, which now has an additional flap. The new 812 GTS also features a new, highly sculptural and model-specific multi-spoke forged wheel. A choice of three versions will be offered: diamond finish, liquid silver and grigio scuro.

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Nice Guys FIVE YEARS LATER, THE NICE GUY IS STILL ON TOP.

BY PAIGE MASTRANDREA

FOR FIVE YEARS, PREMIER LOS ANGELES-BASED HOSPITALITY

brand The h.wood Group’s The Nice Guy has arguably remained the most exclusive and covetable destination in Los Angeles. Attracting A-listers on any given night of the week and with a strict “no photo” policy and mouthwatering menu, the brand has developed a foolproof restaurant that keeps locals, visitors, power players and celebrities coming back for more. After just celebrating its impressive five-year milestone, it’s clear that The Nice Guy has earned its staying power for years to come.

To celebrate the occasion, the team hosted a special, week-long event with Mod Sélection Champagne that attracted an impressive crowd to pay homage to the hot spot. Spotted hanging out enjoying dinner, drinks and a lively scene included Kendall Jenner & Kourtney Kardashian, Luka Sabbat and Jaleel White. Additionally, the iconic location served as the backdrop of Drake’s recent music video with Rick Ross, “Money in the Grave,” where h.wood Group Co-Founder John Terzian even made an appearance. The legendary Anna Wintour and bombshell Alicia Vikander also took to the space to film a short for Vogue.

In honor of the occasion, we sat down with h.wood Group’s CoFounders, Brian Toll and Terzian, h.wood Group partner & VP of Business Development Adam Koral, h.wood Group partner Tony LaPenna and Designer of Built Inc., John Sofio, to discuss the milestone and why nice guys don’t always finish last.

HL: What’s been your key to success in having The Nice Guy remain one of the most sought-after destinations in all of Los Angeles?

Brian Toll: I think the key is that we stay true to who we are, keeping it semiprivate and not allowing photos. This allows celebrities to really enjoy their time and the exclusivity inside. We obviously are constantly tinkering with food and drinks to stay on top of that well, but I think we’ve stayed true to our original concept.

Adam Korral: It’s a labor of love for us. We see this as being the place that started it all for us, and at the core of The Nice Guy’s beginnings were our closest peers, family and friends. They have truly supported us the most throughout the first five years. We continuously work hard to keep them happy, and it is the way that we will continue to succeed and offer them the home away from home that we set out to build for them in the first place.

HL: Tell us about some of the architectural and interior design features of The Nice Guy that make it unique.

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John Sofio: The Nice Guy was a landmark project for the Hollywood nightlife scene as well as my own body of work. Its high level of conceptual elements and craftsmanship really distinguish it from other venues. For example, we hand cut two and a half miles of cedar sticking that runs through the main room, simultaneously enhancing both acoustics and intimacy in the space. Ultimately, we’ve created the perfect balance between seclusion and exhibition—the ideal social setting for Hollywood’s elite.

HL: Why is The Nice Guy so special to you?

AK: The Nice Guy was a dream come true for me, literally. I grew up eating Italian food every Sunday night with my family, so the cuisine is very sentimental for me in that respect. I joined The h.wood Group 10 years ago with the intention of creating a new dining culture that L.A. had never experienced before. And with the opening of The Nice Guy, we filled the need for a hybrid restaurant/lounge for our closest family and friends. What evolved over the next five years has been some of the best memories of my life, and I hope that The Nice Guy will last forever.

BT: To me, The Nice Guy is the epitome of what The h.wood Group is about. The Nice Guy was our first restaurant, and we built it almost like a clubhouse for our “mafia.” Our company and venues have been built around our close network of friends and supporters, and this venue was built with them in mind—from the food they would like to eat to the type of environment and service they would enjoy dining in.

JT: The Nice Guy is a home for our friends and family, where we all have celebrated significant aspects of life and all grown together. It is a magical place that has become the foundation of The h.wood Group overall.

Tony LaPenna: The Nice Guy was our first restaurant, so I think first off, it is our birthday. But more importantly, the whole feel of the restaurant is so comfortable and homey. You can just sit down and truly all of your senses are just at their peak with what is going on around you.

HL: Most memorable moment of The Nice Guy over the past five years?

BT: It’s hard to say one memorable moment, but I think it’s really all the moments put together. From John’s [Terzian] rehearsal dinner to our close friends Brian & Natalie Borens’ engagement party to all the friends and families’ birthdays we have had there, it has been a clubhouse for our closest people.

HL: Where do you see The Nice Guy five years from now?

BT: Within the next five years, we hope to expand to a few more Nice Guy locations.

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DON’T ALWAYS FINISH LAST

I N T RO D UCING LOUIS VUITTON 2054 Continuing to reinvent the classics, Virgil Abloh has designed a new tech line for Louis Vuitton, this time made from completely water-repellent materials—even the treated calfskin and knits.

Launching this November, Haute Living presents an exclusive, first-look at the collection, which blends notes from today with the legacy of the brand, born in 1854, in its name, Louis Vuitton 2054.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF LOUIS VUITTON

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The New Neutral

Making no exception with his Fall/Winter 2019 collection for Louis Vuitton, Virgil Abloh continues to push the boundaries within his mélange of the street and sophisticated style categories. Using a color palette of mostly neutral grays and blacks with bold pops of purples and metallic silvers, he effortlessly and masterfully combines seemingly juxtaposing oversized silhouettes with expert tailoring, creating a palpable sense of continuity in the collection as a whole. The concrete jungle—by day and by night—provides the perfect setting for this very New Yorkinspired collection.

CREATIVE + FASHION DIRECTOR DEYVANSHI MASRANI PHOTOGRAPHER MARK SQUIRES FASHION STYLIST DAVIAN LAIN GROOMING HECTOR SIMANCAS OF ART DEPARTMENT MODELS ISAIAH MANNL OF CLICK MODELS NYC RANDY AQUINO AT Q MODEL MANAGEMENT NYC KHOREY MCDONALD AT RED MODELS TOREY MCDONALD OF RED MODELS FASHION ASSISTANT CAMILLA ADAO PHOTO ASSISTANTS DUNCAN MELLOR AND PAT RICE ALL CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES BY LOUIS VUITTON

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BY PAIGE MASTRANDREA

HAIR CARE

AN EXPERT IN ALL THINGS HAIR CARE WITH AN EMPHASIS on color

and highlights, Katie Da Silva has become one of Miami’s top pros in the industry. She treats each client with the utmost care, utilizing cutting-edge methods to color and highlight hair, resulting in a fresh and natural look.

From long hair to short, curly to straight, men’s to women’s—Da Silva will undoubtedly show her impeccable skill in whatever it is she’s doing.

Here, we sit down with the color goddess to discuss her top tips for keeping your locks looking their best even in the Miami heat, her hair inspiration, products she can’t live without, hair-color tricks, celebrity stories and so much more.

HB: What is the craziest request you’ve ever had?

KD: I had a client ask to get his hair colored to match his Savannah cat, which was awesome and challenging. I had to think outside the box to obtain the coloring by using celery sticks as stamps and hand-painted the middle of the spots. It came out great!

HB: Who is your ultimate hair icon and why?

KD: I have a couple of hair icons. I love the fact Marilyn Monroe was actually a brunette but was most famously pictured for being a blonde.

She had a timeless blonde [style] that is still asked for today. I also admire Madonna for being able to change up her color and style throughout time and look great doing so. Jennifer Lopez is another color icon I love because whether she has extensions, a few highlights or darker color, her hair always looks great and brings out her natural beauty. And Kylie Jenner for her bold color selections such as blues, greens, pastels and pinks, or even her natural dark colors. They’re fun and super pretty. Color is expressive and artistic—it should showcase your personal vibe.

HB: What’s one hair product you can’t live without?

KD: Rossano Ferretti Brillante Protective and Shining Oil. I use it on the majority of my clients both before and after styling. It adds the perfect amount of moisture, and it smooths and enhances shine. It helps protect from heat and UV rays, which ultimately helps the color last longer. It’s an oil that’s not oily but leaves hair silky, which is amazing to me. My clients and I also love the light and luxurious scent of it. It’s cruelty-free and has no harsh chemicals, which is important to me when picking out products.

HB: Who are some celebrities that you’ve worked with, and who have been your favorite so far?

KD: I’ve worked on several celebrities, artists, producers, DJs and models—all of whom have been uniquely awesome because each of 50 HAUTE LIVING hauteliving.com/hautebeauty

them presents an opportunity to provide professional, fashion-forward hair-coloring trends. Recently, I was given a fun hair opportunity to work on DJ Luian to do a hot pink mohawk before an award ceremony. It’s an amazing feeling to be able to artistically create a hair color look for someone as creative and talented as he is. That was a special day not only because his hair was one of my favorite looks I’ve ever done, but he ended up winning! I was so happy for him and was honored and grateful to be a part of that day. My personal goal is that every single person who trusts me with their hair leaves my presence feeling like a rock star, a beautiful model or simply the very best version of themselves. I believe when you look your best, it helps make you feel your best. With positive energy like that, great things can happen!

HB: When did you get into hairstyling?

KD: I got into hairstyling at a very early age. I used to love coloring my Barbie’s hair and styling them, but I knew this was going to be something I wanted to do seriously when I was a young girl. My grandmother was an oncology social worker at a hospital in South Florida. She was very involved with an organization that would throw fashion shows for women who had undergone cancer treatments. I went with her one year to help her out. I understand why she loved what she did for a living.

When the women I witnessed told their stories and then underwent makeovers with wigs, hair styling and makeup techniques, I saw these women transform from not feeling so great into something so inexplicably beautiful. I remember crying because their insides were so spectacular and strong from what they had to go through and then observing the moment they saw themselves for the first time after being made over in the mirror made them literally glow on the outside. However, I know the glow truly came from within. Being a stylist is not only about opportunities to fix just outward appearance, but it’s a gift to be able to spend time with people, get to know them, hear their stories and be there for them. Being able to help people look better on the outside is a gift, but the time you get to share while you’re in that process is what I fell in love with, and why I love being a stylist so much. It’s the people.

HB: What advice would you give new stylists getting into the industry?

KD: I would tell them that hard work and a passion for people is essential.

Our industry is so special because we get to be creative and help others in such a rewarding way, and it is a gift. I would encourage them to seek out education always. It’s important to understand the classic techniques of our work, so you can then learn to think outside the box as an artist. I don’t believe in overnight success in any field, but I trust that if you keep your heart in the right place, be professional, stay humble and maintain your integrity, you’ll succeed. Good things can manifest because of that.

You can find Katie Da Silva in Miami Beach or Boca Raton – reach out via Instagram @itskatiek_ or her website www.itskatiek.com.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF KATIE DASILVA AND FAENA HOTEL MIAMI BEACH (SALON SHOT)

Haute Beauty by Haute Living sits down with expert hair colorist Katie Da Silva to get the full rundown on her top hair-care tips.

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MARRAKECH MENTALITY Creating a genuine dialogue with Moroccan landscapes and culture, Maria Grazia Chiuri’s vision in her Cruise 2020 collection for Dior came from the mystifying geographical crossroad itself—a place where creatives and explorers and the inquisitive minds of the world collectively sought inspiration. The varied textures, fabrics and finishes in the extensive collection aptly reflect Morocco’s rooted diversity, particularly in the special wax print fabric sourced from the country; it serves as a very real metaphor for its “melting pot”-like nature, bringing together people from all walks of life. With each of her collections for the House, Maria Grazia Chiuri—taking this notion one step further—so effortlessly and respectfully blends elements of heritage with a modern identity, creating something so new, so fresh, so unmistakably Dior.

FASHION + CREATIVE DIRECTOR: DEYVANSHI MASRANI PHOTOGRAPHER: MARK SQUIRES FASHION STYLIST: DAVIAN LAIN HAIR + MAKEUP: GINA SIMONE OF CREATIVE MANAGEMENT USING DIOR BEAUTY MODEL: MARIHENNY RIVERA OF WOMEN 360 MANAGEMENT FASHION ASSISTANT: CHARLIE RINCON-RODRIGUEZ PHOTO ASSISTANT: MICHAEL PREZIOSO (MUZZY) HAIR + MAKEUP ASSISTANT: VALUNTHINEE PHOUNG SHOT ON LOCATION AT THE BOCA RATON RESORT AND CLUB, A WALDORF ASTORIA RESORT — 501 E CAMINO REAL, BOCA RATON FL 33432

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A one-on-one interview with Creative Director of Dior Maison, Cordelia de Castellane, on her background, her inspiration, and the expansion of Dior Maison in the U.S. Dior Avenue Montaigne Boutique in Paris

the idea of French sophistication and elegance. This also holds true in the Dior Maison line of home décor pieces, which will soon be showcased at the House’s latest (and luckiest) chosen boutique, Miami Design District.

From paperweights to plates, linens to lamps, and even glassware to games, customers can take their love for Dior fashion and translate it to their homes, embracing what the French do so well in their Art de Vivre.

Here, I sit down with the Dior Maison Creative Director Cordelia de Castellane, who discusses the collection, the inspiration she finds in the late Monsieur Dior, and why the House chose Miami for its next destination.

DM: Tell me about Dior Maison, in your own words.

CDC: If Monsieur Dior were alive today, I think he would have liked to have the Dior Maison collections in his home…

DM: Who is Dior Maison for?

CDC: Dior Maison is for everyone who loves attention to detail when it comes to interior decoration.

DM: How did your background in fashion, from spending time at the ateliers at CHANEL with your uncle, to working with Emanuel Ungaro, lend itself to designing home accessories?

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CDC: I love to create! Whether it’s prints, drawing, dresses…I think that anything is possible when you have an unbridled imagination.

Emanuel Ungaro gave me a taste for colors and mixing materials.

I have also been passionate about tableware and decoration since I was very young. It’s something that has always been a love of mine.

It gives me great joy that it is now my job. I’m really lucky in that respect. And while it’s a universe that’s very different from couture, it also stems from the imagination and starts with a sketch…

DM: The Dior Maison line is dedicated to Monsieur Christian Dior’s great passions, “the art of living and French-style entertaining”—what does this mean?

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CDC: The French have always had that reputation, and Monsieur Dior was a fine example of this. We’re lucky in France to have a very rich cultural heritage. For example, it was through Versailles that Louis XIV built a reputation for our country’s splendor and its “art de vivre”. In France, we take real pleasure in entertaining, in setting a beautiful table.

Attention to detail is so important! For my part, I like to give a space a natural ambiance thanks to simple details…It’s a bit like Parisian women’s style: simple and elegant!

DM: From where do you draw inspiration for the Dior Maison collections?

CDC: Monsieur Dior is my greatest source of inspiration. All the archival material about him has always been my guide. When I work on designs for Dior Maison, it’s most often in my country house.

DM: What are your favorite pieces in the line and why?

CDC: I have a weakness for the Milly-la-Forêt collection. I’m very attached to the countryside, just like Monsieur Dior was.

DM: What is next for Dior Maison?

CDC: To continue to invite people to dream and grace homes all over the world.

DM: Why did you choose Miami as the new home for Dior Maison?

CDC: We have so many loyal customers in Miami. They come to Paris to buy the collections. It was really important to me that we go to them!

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REVOLUTION One-on-one with acclaimed architect and designer John M. Sofio of Built Inc. something, we start with the client’s overall budget. And then as the designer, we can control the budget because we’ll design into the budget.

HR: What are its design benefits?

JS: The design benefit is the singular thought from the beginning to the end.

A VISIONARY IN THE INTERIOR-DESIGN WORLD, JOHN M. SOFIO

is more than a modest architect, designer or artist. His savvy, modernist approach to the hospitality and nightlife business has earned him the reputation of a prodigious designer with a knack for soulful designs rooted in truthful spaces. Known for reimagining high-profile destinations into singular, soaring concepts with visual pizzazz, Sofio has uniquely altered the commercial and residential design space with a methodology that’s bold and fresh with comfort in mind.

Haute Living sat down with Sofio to hear more on revolutionizing architectural design, coining the design/build technique and transforming the House of Blues into a sprawling hotel with one of the top-sounding rooms in Los Angeles.

HRES: As you have pioneered a design evolution in Los Angeles, you’ve reconstructed scores of nightclubs and restaurants—reshaping them into iconic spaces. Tell us about this movement.

JOHN SOFIO: We had the opportunity in 2005, and 2006 to work on our first nightclub project called Guy’s Bar, which really set us off in a trajectory of focusing on nightlife as a design concept. From there, we were handed off from client to client. I think one of our strongest suits was that we designed and built the project. We created all of the décor. We delivered projects relatively quickly at a decent price but also with high design.

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HR: As you have transformed iconic restaurants and nightclubs into new concepts with soul, you’ve reshaped destinations that have become staples in the Los Angeles area. Describe the process for reconstructing spaces like STK and Bagatelle into Poppy and Petite Taqueria.

JS: That’s interesting. That project was specifically tricky because they had different levels that they created for STK and Bagatelle. We stripped down the space back down to its raw bones. We took down the platform, ripped out the bar and started out fresh. A good example of this is where The Peppermint Club is. I built that building, and we did Guy’s Bar there and basically six different venues. Each one was a brand-new version, a brand-new venue. The only way for me to really do something successful there was to strip it down to the studs and start over as a blank space. So, we had six versions of nightlife venues in the same building, and each one was completely different from the last. The key is to move the entry, bar and DJ so there’s no faking it out, and it’s a completely different experience for the guest.

HR: Following your recent design of The h.wood Group’s country club-style sports bar, 40 LOVE, what project can Los Angeles locals expect to see next?

JS: The one I’m really excited about is we’re replacing the live music venue where the House of Blues was with the Pendry Hotel owned by the Montage Group. In the footprint of the House of Blues, we’re creating a new live music venue for the hotel. We’re really interested in making it the best-sounding room in Los Angeles. The clients, even though they’re very corporate, have allowed us to explore and punch through the corporate veil of commonality. We’re creating really what we wanted to create there.

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HR: Do you see future residential properties using this formula?

JS: Yes, residential is definitely following in the design/build movement. A handful of design/build companies that I know are either an architect who has a partner who is a general contractor or a general contractor who has a draftsman. I’m a designer who builds my own work, and it’s a truthful design/build concept from color, material, furnishings, art objects and architecture. We are exploring that further on our end as well, as we work more and more within the hotel world, like we did with FOUND Hotel Chicago, and most recently with the upcoming Pendry Hotel.

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Tell me about the Becca collection, in your own words.

It’s a bridge between traditional and modern architecture. Becca blends soft curves that suggest emotion with modern lines that propose intellect; it’s full-bodied and sleek. I want my furniture to be accessible but also engaging.

Why did you decide to become involved in furniture design?

I’ve always been the creative type growing up—crafting, drawing and illustrating as a kid. In many ways, furniture design is the perfect combination of all of these hobbies, allowing me to sketch something into existence. The arts are also something that’s always been a constant source of fulfillment in my life.

What was the inspiration behind the Becca collection?

I’ve been very inspired by transitional architecture lately, which is usually seen as a bridge between the traditional and the modern. Becca really takes in this sort of thinking. Its soft curves invite you to interact with it and suggest warmth, while its modern lines are more intellectual and avant-garde. I was also thinking about my wife, about what she likes, and about some of the complaints she had about modern furniture.

Why did you decide to partner with Bernhardt Design?

Bernhardt Design has so much history and experience. Its ethos of giving back to young creatives also resonated deeply with me and my own design house, Amen & Amen. Both of us strive to support creatives whether that be in the world of art, music, fashion, décor or industrial design.

You have really become a multifaceted talent. Of all your ventures, what are your most favorite and why?

I have a major rule I live by: I only do what I love, and I love A LOT OF THINGS. I look at every one of my ventures as my “children,” whom I

love, so to speak. So, is it right to love one child more than the other?

I don’t think so. Each one of my ventures has had varying degrees of success; hosting, acting and furniture have brought me more financial rewards than I’ve ever dreamed possible, but my fashion, illustration and screenwriting endeavors have yet to rise to the level the others have. I view the latter as growing in their own time, but I love them just as much. Like a garden where you have many fruits and vegetables, but you just harvest the ones that are ready and take good care of the ones that aren’t. Long story short—I love them all!

When you are presented with a new project, acting-related or otherwise, what are some key elements you look at to determine if it is a fit for you?

For me, doing what you love starts with knowing what you want. I spend a lot of time writing down my personal and professional desires, and that helps me focus on taking the right thing that comes along and saying ‘no’ to what doesn’t. The weird thing is, I have to constantly do this because I also find that what I want changes over time, or what I think I wanted was actually what someone else wanted for me, and in a desire to please, it slides into my list of goals. Decisions can be daunting but when [my] desires are clear, there is much less confusion because I jump at the right things, and never regret things I pass on because they aren’t on the list, no matter how great they seem.

What’s next for you and what can we expect from you in the near future?

I’d love to try my hand at architecture. I also have several scripts I’m working on simultaneously, so it’s just a matter of time before one of those are ready to see the light of day! In addition, I see myself producing and writing music for up-and-coming talent. It would be so satisfying to be the missing piece someone needs for their dream to come true! @hauteresidence HAUTE LIVING 81

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Southern California Laguna Beach Pacific Sotheby’s Realty 858.945.1312 Andrea@AndreaGilbert.com

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Southern California Santa Barbara Coldwell Banker Global Luxury 805.448.3066 chris@sbrivierahomes.com

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New York City Uptown Foxworth Realty 212.368.4902 eugenia@foxworthrealtyonline.com foxworthrealtyonline.com

Debbie Brenneman

New York Sagaponack 631.537.4135 debbie.brenneman@corcoran.com

Cynthia R. Barrett

New York Bridgehampton 631.537.4322 cbarrett@bhsusa.com bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/ cynthia-barrett

Moira E. Holley

Washington Seattle Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty 206.660.4787 moira@moirapresents.com moirapresents.com

Nevada Las Vegas 702.734.5555 msullivan@bhhsnv.com michelesullivanluxuryhomes.com

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James Petrie

Kevin Crigger

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Vickey Barron

New York Chelsea | Tribeca Compass 646.960.6183 vbarron@compass.com compass.com/agents/nyc/vickey-barron

Terese Brittingham & Tom McCouch

Pennsylvania Keller Williams Realty Group 610.574.9271 610.792.5900 teresekw@gmail.com kwseven.com

LUXE Christie’s Int’l

Oregon Oregon | Washington (SW, Central & Eastern) 503.389.2112 info@luxecir.com luxecir.com/propertiescynthia-barrett

Sidra Subzwari Canda Vancouver Angell Hasman & Associates Realty 705.727.6111 sid@soldbysid.com soldbysid.com

Costa Rica Luxury Estates

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Washington Misick

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Rohn Boyd

Mike Seder

Texas The Woodlands | Spring Cypress | Montgomery County 281.602.8823 seder@mikeseder.com mikeseder.com

Hawaii Kauai EXP Realty 808.652.0530 rohnboyd@gmail.com rohnboyd.com

The Moorings

Phyllis Browning Company

Texas San Antonio 210-824-7878 pbrowning@phyllisbrowning.com phyllisbrowning.com

Dennis Hanlon

Bahamas Harbour Island Coldwell Banker’s Bahamas 242.601.6500 robert@cbbahamas.com coldwellbankerbahamas.com

Utah Park City Summit Sotheby’s Realty 435.640.5851 dennishanlon.com dennis.hanlon@summit-sothebysrealty.com

Florida Vero Beach The Moorings Realty Sales Co 772.231.5131 sales@TheMoorings.com themoorings.com

Justin Alexander California Venice, CA COMPASS 970.710.1665 ja@compass.com justinmalexander.com

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Florida Rosemary Beach, FL Linda Miller Real Estate LLC 850.974.8885 linda@thesmileof30a.com lindamillerluxury.com Arizona Paradise Valley Launch Real Estate 602.919.6511 chris@thekarasgroup.com thekarasgroup.com

Ann Perry

Hawaii Honolulu Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties 808.286.6474 annep@cbpacific.com annehoganperry.com

The Howland Group

Florida Fort Lauderdale COMPASS 954.658.4712 michelle.howland@compass.com thehowlandgroup.com

Patti Garrison

Texas Houston Sotheby’s International Realty Inc 713.501.7086 patti.garrison@sothebyshomes.com pattigarrison.com

Sylvia Fragos

Florida Aventura Great Estates International Realty, Inc. 305.904.7847 sylviafragos@gmail.com sylviafragos.com

Kukio Properties

Hawaii Big Island Kukio Real Estate Company 808.325.4040 jschneider@kukio.com kukio.com

Tony Cuoto

Nevada Incline Village, NV Exp Realty 775.815.8669 tony.tuoto@exprealty.com tonytuoto.exprealty.com/index.php

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IT’S GUCCI TIME Marrying classic style with contemporary design, Gucci’s latest line of luxury timepieces called the “Grip” collection is aptly named—not only does each watch grip its wearer’s wrist, but it also grips the attention of onlookers around it. Always remaining relevant in its creations, Gucci made the skate culture-inspired line of watches gender fluid, wearable by all; each edition is available in a smaller and a bigger size, promoting wrist inclusivity. Choose between the eye-catching yellow gold PVD case and bracelet engraved with the Interlocking G logo, the sleek and smooth steel style, or even the colored green and bordeaux strap versions. Here, the watches are complemented by two of the House’s elevated collections of fine jewelery: Le Marché des Merveilles and GG Running. Several of the Le Marché des Merveilles pieces boast the recognizable Gucci feline head with precious stones like turquoise, onyx, jade, pink opal and of course, diamonds. GG Running features more bold, logo-centric pieces in both delicate and daring designs, perfect for pairings or to be worn solo for a more classic look.

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Dr. Barbara Sturm releases her latest Baby & Kids set with products made for sensitive, young skin, like her daughter Pepper’s.

BY DEYVANSHI MASRANI

by some of the most famed celebrities, Dr. Barbara Sturm, has released her latest Baby & Kids Set with a wide range of her products formulated for the sensitive and young skin of children.

Initially created for her daughter Pepper, Dr. Sturm recognized a need for a line of skincare products for the little ones, after discovering that several products that were on offer on the market contained ingredients that were harmful or otherwise inappropriate for young skin.

“I initially formulated my Baby & Kids Collection for my daughter Pepper,” began Dr. Sturm.

“I only wanted the best for her sensitive, newborn skin and I couldn’t find any other products on the market without fragrance and harmful ingredients.”

Each product in the line was also created with the notion that healthy and functioning skin begins from birth, and that utilizing products without fragrance and with gentle ingredients is paramount in maintaining the skin’s optimal health and its natural barrier function. Five products are offered in the line, including Baby & Kids Bathing Milk, Baby & Kids Hair and Body Shampoo, Baby & Kids Body Cream, Baby Bum Cream and Baby & Kids Face Cream. The full set retails for $255 with full-sized products, as well as a cotton travel bag and a cute stuffed bunny.

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RENOWNED GERMAN AESTHETICS DOCTOR WITH A LINE OF PRODUCTS COVETED

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Amanda Kloots redefines the prenatal miracle with a new, mom-to-be workout class.

BY NICOLE SCHUBERT

HL: With your empire, AK! Fitness, you’ve curated infectious dance-cardio workouts that make you “jump, skip and smile.” But your newest class is AK! Baby Bump. What made you create this inspirational prenatal class?

AK: When I got pregnant, I realized there were definitely things I wanted to know and research to make sure I was working out safely while I was going through different trimesters. I went back and looked over my prenatal training and put together a workout. I believe women can do a lot, and if you’re having a healthy pregnancy, then you can do a lot in your pregnancy, and you don’t have to only do a boring class. You can push yourself. You can sweat. It’s good for the baby, and it’s good for the mom. I put together a class that I broke down on my website in different videos by trimesters. And then I was teaching live Baby Bump classes in New York and in L.A. that are a combination of those videos. I loved it. It was so empowering to teach the classes.

HL: Teaching the class as a fellow mom-to-be, how did it feel to bond with a different group of women?

AK: It felt really cool to teach those prenatal classes because I don’t think it’s very often that you go to a prenatal class and the teacher is also pregnant. I’m in this with you!

AMANDA KLOOTS, THE NAMESAKE BEHIND THE WILDLY SUCCESSFUL

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dance-cardio brand AK! Fitness, is breaking out into a new role—one that took nine plus months to prepare for and is among the most celebrated: motherhood. She recently gave birth to her son, Elvis.

Kloots—a native New Yorker who is renowned for training celebrities such as Kate Walsh and Aimee Song through an innovative jump rope method that took to social media like wildfire—is now carving out a new niche for momsto-be with a workout class that fits every trimester. Coining this prenatal program AK! Baby Bump, Kloots is redefining the fitness capitals of the world from east to west with a powerful class that pushes moms-to-be to sweat.

Kloots is lending Tot Living her expert tips to accomplishing first-time motherhood with ease, embracing fitness after pregnancy, and enforcing body confidence on social media by empowering her followers to find their size and wear it with pride.

HL: Amanda, you recently celebrated the birth of your son, Elvis. Lend us your expert tips on getting back into shape post-pregnancy.

AMANDA KLOOTS: For your own energy purposes, try to sleep when the baby is sleeping because if you’re exhausted, you’re not going to want to do anything when you have the chance to do something anyways. That’s a tip that my pediatrician gave me. It’s been really helping me feel more energized throughout the day. When I can’t get away from him—I know it sounds oldschool—but I go for a walk. For a while, Elvis didn’t like his stroller, so I put him in the carrier, and I had 12 pounds on me. That’s literally all I could do as I was recovering from a C-section, anyway, so I was just taking nice, long walks with him. My third tip would be to jump rope because if I do have any kind of minutes when he’s taking a nap, I go outside and get in as much as I can.

Sometimes it’s only 10 minutes. Sometimes it’s longer, but it’s just an efficient way to get your heart rate up and burn calories.

HL: The role of a mother is universal. What pointer would you recommend to first-time moms around the world?

AK: My one tip would be with breastfeeding. I would say that it’s really hard and to research it before you have your baby, whether that’s meeting with a lactation consultant or talking to other moms that have breastfed. And to keep trying because I was about to give up, but I just kept going. We finally found our rhythm now, and Elvis is 3 months old. It took me time, but that would be my No. 1 tip. Stick through it and keep educating yourself. It’s really hard, and no one really talks about how hard it is. They just say, “Breastfeeding is the best for your baby.” It doesn’t always happen that easily, and some moms give up.

HL: As a role model with a public image, what values do you want to instill in your followers about body-image concerns and loving yourself and others no matter how much you weigh?

AK: I think this is so important. I would say, during pregnancy, a lot of moms and women worry about gaining weight. For me, I never let them tell me the number on the scale throughout my entire pregnancy. I thought it was really important to keep a clear mind. I didn’t want to have to worry about some number after giving birth that I had to lose. It’s about how you feel. Are you able to get through an exercise class and feel good about yourself? I think strength and fit are not necessarily what you look like in the mirror or what size jeans you are. Bodies change, and it’s amazing what our bodies can do.

HL: If you had one message for your followers on body confidence and enforcing a positive outlook, what would it be?

AK: I think we live in a society where you see everyone judges themselves and each other so harshly. You have to try to stay clear of that and remind yourself it took nine months for your body to change, and it’s going to take nine months or more for your body to go back. Find your size and be OK with that.

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PLAYGROUND TO PLAYDATE

BY DEYVANSHI MASRANI

EARLIER THIS YEAR, CELEBRITY-FAVORITE LUXURY KIDS RETAILER MAISONETTE

launched its first private label collection called Maison Me. The brand has now followed up with its second iteration of the line for the Fall 2019 season. Designed in-house with the Maisonette team under lead designer Karolina Petersson—formerly of Celine—the collection is stylish but functional for its littlest customers. Here, we sit down with CEO and Co-Founder Sylvana Ward Durrett, as well as President and Co-Founder Luisana Mendoza de Roccia, to discuss the styles, the inspiration and what we can expect from the brand, moving forward.

Tell us about Maison Me, in your own words.

Maison Me is our answer to stylish, elevated basics at an accessible price point. With 50 mixand-match styles, including knits and outerwear, we have created a collection that your kids can live and play in.

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A one-on-one interview with the co-founders of luxury multibrand children’s retailer, Maisonette, on the second edition of their private label Maison Me collection.

What kinds of parents/kids is the collection for?

This collection is really ideal for every parent and kid who is looking for easy and stylish pieces designed for play. It appeals to adults because of its quality and design, and to kids because of its comfort and wearability.

Why did you decide to start your own label?

We carry over 700 different brands, and yet, when it comes to well-priced, stylish basics, we felt there was a hole in the market.

We really wanted to make outfitting your child as easy as can be, with wearable, washable, stylish clothing that could take kids from playground to playdate to party.

From where do you draw inspiration for the designs?

Maison Me’s Fall collection was inspired by our lead designer, Karolina Peterson’s childhood in Sweden. Think ruffled collars, wide-leg pants and a color-block puffer vest inspired by the one she passed down to her son. We are constantly inspired by our own children and the whimsical patterns reflect that childish sensibility.

What are the most important factors to consider when designing clothes for kids?

Comfort, style and quality!

What do you think it is about the Maisonette brand that has brought such a loyal following?

We have created a beautifully curated, simplified shopping experience for our customer, a one-stop-shop for the best children’s products from around the world. Through our content channel Le Scoop, we are able to speak directly to parents looking for inspiration, education and support along their parenting journeys.

So, we are truly an authority in the space and has managed to build trust with our customers, which is the most important [part] of all!

What’s next for the brand?

We have so many exciting things in store for Maisonette and we can’t wait to share!

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Montage Los Cabos is an idyllic sanctuary along the Santa Maria Bay and features rare walk-in access to the best swimming, snorkeling and diving in the area.

+Viva La Mexico!

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Since recovering from the destruction of Hurricane Odile, the country is having a renaissance. Here are its newest and hottest hotel openings, plus a few renovations, to put on your vacation radar.

BY LAURA SCHREFFLER

MONTAGE LOS CABOS The Orange County-based Montage brand could not have picked a better location for its first international property. This serene, 39-acre estate is dotted by agave and saguaros, with the Twin Dolphin community on the “Golden Corridor” between Cabos San Lucas and San Jose del draw considering that swimming is difficult for even the best swimmers in this part of Mexico. But this haute hotel offers much more than amazing ocean views and direct beach access: all 122 guest rooms, suites and casas have terraces with daybeds and dining areas, as well as glorious outdoor showers. The property stays true to its surroundings with an upscale Mexican vibe, enhanced by a palette of natural desert tones. And for those who want more than to sit poolside (at one of its three pools) or frolic in the ocean, there is a plethora of fitness offerings, including two tennis courts and access to the Fred Couples Signature Golf Course. Last but not least, be sure to book an appointment at the divine Spa Montage, an oasis inspired by the traditional Mexican folklore surrounding the Tree of Life, and the Torote tree that graces the resort’s entrance. The property even has its own resident shaman. How’s that for upscale?

Tourist Corridor, Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur

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Cabo. Overlooking Santa Maria Bay, the picture-perfect paradise is one of the only hotels where you can literally walk into the ocean—a huge

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Its over-the-top amenities make this hotel so special: personal butler service, a pillow menu and top-shelf spirits stocked nightly in-room gratis—just to name a few.

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LE BLANC SPA LOS CABOS Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos is that rare beast that is both an all-inclusive and a five-star resort. This opulent beachfront property on the Baja peninsula features both tradition and over-the-top amenities, lending a classic-meets-modern vibe. Guests can expect well-appointed designer suites; a 3,961-square-foot fitness and wellness center with a spinning studio, juice bars, four plunge pools and gourmet specialty cuisine; personal butler service; nightly aromatherapy; a pillow menu; CHI-branded blow dryers, CHI flatirons and Bvlgari personal products in each room; plus in-suite minibars stocked with top-shelf spirits, snacks, high definition flat screen Smart TVs and gourmet Lavazza coffee makers. When you factor in the ridiculously relaxing Pericu Massage—a four-hand ritual derived from the history of the region’s ancient natives, the Pericu Tribe—that is on the menu at its award-winning, 29,000-square-foot full-service Blanc Spa (which also features a hydrotherapy area, hot and cold plunge pools, a sauna, an herbal steam room, chromotherapy and an ice room), well, you may never want to leave. There’s really no incentive when everything you could dream of is right at your fingertips.

Cabo San Lucas, Tourist Corridor, 23407 San José del Cabo, B.C.S.

FOUR SEASONS RESORT LOS CABOS AT COSTA PALMAS

Los Cabos at Costa Palmas is the first Four Seasons marina resort, a showpiece of contemporary design on the Baja California peninsula nestled on two miles of untouched Sea of Cortez beach-front.

Set against the majestic backdrop of the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains on the East Cape of the Baja California Peninsula, the luxurious 1,000-acre Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas stretches along two miles of swimmable white sand beach. It is both private and ultra-exclusive in the East Cape community that was once a haven for Hollywood celebrities. The contemporary design from Guerin Glass Architects seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor living throughout its 141 guest rooms (including 23 suites), all of which have private terraces and views of the Sea of Cortez. Native landscaping and layers of metal, wood, glass, plaster and stone textures contrast with vibrant local art to create an elemental luxury that feels warm and modern. Even the hotel’s airy, sunlit bathrooms are spectacular, thanks to sea views and free-standing, oversized tubs; the first-floor rooms also feature outdoor showers and private plunge pools. Additionally, guests can expect such dining options as Estiatorio Milos, chef Costas Spiliadis’ famed Mediterranean seafood empire, as well as 18 acres of organic farms and orchards, a spa and wellness center, a Robert Trent Jones II 18-hole golf course, a sports complex, and—its most glamorous offering—a private marina, a unique first for the Four Seasons brand.

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Eureka-Buenavista, 23570 La Ribera, B.C.S.

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CHABLÉ MAROMA Chablé Maroma seeks to redefine wellness in the sought-out coast of Mexico’s Riviera Maya. Just over an hour drive north of Tulum, this Leading Hotels of the World member—situated on a private stretch of beach where the tropical jungle meets the sea—pays homage to the Mayan culture and history, while celebrating its ancient rituals. The property took almost four years to complete and was designed to emphasize a connection with nature: each of the 70 ‘hideaway’ villas include a sprawling deck with private plunge pool and indoor/outdoor rain showers. They were also created to resemble traditional homes of the Mayan nobility, with regional materials from Xucun stone, marble and Galarza quarried stone (accented with pieces made by Mexican artisans and palm weavings from Ayotzinapa) used for a sense of authenticity. The glass walls, particularly in the bathroom, draw you closer to nature without sacrificing privacy. And make sure to check out the spa, which incorporates Mayan mysticism, rituals and shamanism into its spa journeys, as well as a traditional Temazcal ceremony—an ancient purification practice meaning ‘steam house’. Guests who book this

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This secret escape in the Mayan jungle is the perfect place to truly escape from it all.

tropical paradise are also treated to a plethora of activities, including agave spirit tastings, catamaran sails, cenote diving, cooking classes, scuba diving (with certification, if necessary), guided hydrotherapy, horseback riding, kayaking and paddle boarding, kitesurfing, and snorkel reef tours.

Carretera Federal 307 KM 51, Manzana 2, Lote 601 Ejido Norte, Solidaridad 77712

In addition to its many upscale offerings, guests of Zadún are encouraged to make a difference through the Ambassadors of the Environment, a hands-on, educational program developed

by Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ocean Futures Society.

ZADÚN, A RITZ-CARLTON RESERVE The first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Mexico takes its name from the Spanish word ‘dunas’, a nod to the dunes that the resort is nestled amidst—which is just one of the natural features guests will experience. Others include panoramas of the dramatic San José del Cabo coastline in the coastal haven of Puerto Los Cabos and breathtaking views of the Sea of Cortez. Zadún offers 115 elegantly-appointed guest rooms and suites, many of which offer a private plunge pool and terrace, within 42 two-story villas. VIPs should book the property’s signature Grand Reserve Villa, which—like the rest of the hotel—offers a modern expression of Mexican design that showcases the Campeche, Mexico City, Jalisco, and Puebla. It features 5,930 square feet of living space, two bedrooms, five lounges, a pool, Jacuzzi, private kitchen, gym, living room, two full bathrooms and two half-bathrooms. All guests, however, receive their own private attendant. Another offering is a choice of four food and beverage venues: a Latin American grill, a Mexican-streetfood experience, an adults-only outlet and an agave bar serving handcrafted cocktails. Guests also have access to the Spa Alkemia, which focuses on customized, locally inspired treatments, as well as direct access to the sprawling Puerto Los Cabos Golf Course, adjacent to the hotel.

Puerto Los Cabos, San Jose del Cabo, 23403

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF ZADÚN, A RITZ-CARLTON RESERVE

talent of handcrafters from culture-rich areas throughout Oaxaca, Yucatán,

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Stay in the Zen Suite (pictured), which includes two sets of sliding doors with access to endless ocean views, as well as a separate living area and a bedroom with a full dining space, large walk-in closet and this incredible bathroom.

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NOBU HOTEL LOS CABOS The newest Nobu hotel in the upscale empire, created by world-famous Japanese chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Academy Award winner Robert De Niro and producer Meir Teper, is a sensory delight. Visually, the 200-room property on the southernmost tip of the Baja peninsula has all the minimalist Japanese markings of the brand’s previously-opened 11 locations. However, here, it also pays homage to its environment with locally sourced, natural Mexican materials and finishes for the perfect fusion of architectural elegance and laid-back glamour. Guests are intriguingly offered more culinary options beyond its signature Nobu restaurant, decorated with golden cherry blossoms, washi paper art and traditional lanterns: Pacific Restaurant, a fine dining Mexican concept with taco and mezcal pairings; Playabar, a snack bar located in the property’s Cortez pool; light bites and handcrafted cocktails at the see-and-be-seen Nobu Café; and Malibu Farm, which offers sustainable, fresh food straight out of Southern California. And all restaurants will utilize an on-site culinary garden. It’s the extra touches that make Nobu hotels stand out, including teak soaking tubs, traditional in-room Japanese tea sets, locally sourced artwork, Nobu beds, Natura Bissé bathroom amenities and in-room yoga

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mats—perfect for a sunrise practice on the beach. With a 13,691-square-foot spa featuring a salon, an outdoor hydrotherapy garden, experiential shower, hot tub, outdoor shower, steam and sauna, spinning pools, four super cabanas (each equipped with a full bathroom, day bed, living area and TV), plus a golf course designed by Tiger Woods and Davis Love III, you might just stay forever.

Polígono 1. Fracción D. Fraccionamiento Diamante. Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur. C.P. 23473

SOFITEL MEXICO CITY REFORMA After more than a decade since the last opening of a luxury hotel in Mexico City, the new Sofitel Mexico City Reforma opens its doors in October, making it the first luxury hotel in the city that is French-branded. Due to its prime location right at the corner of Rio Danubio and Paseo de la Reforma, the stylish spot also has some of the best views in Mexico City, including The Angel of Independence (Monumento a la Independencia) and the Chapultepec Castle PHOTO COURTESY OF SOFITEL MEXICO CITY REFORMA

(Castillo de Chapultepec). But out of all the 275 rooms and suites, we would pick the outstanding Imperial Suite. At over 3,000 square feet, this artistic urban oasis offers panoramic views of the city that can be viewed from the room itself or—even better—from the Jacuzzi on its terrace. Additional hotel highlights include a rooftop bar that screams ‘hot spot’, a swimming pool, and the brand’s Sofitel Fitness room with sauna.

Av. Paseo de la Reforma 297, Cuauhtémoc, 06500 Ciudad de México, CDMX

Sofitel brings its ‘je ne sais quoi’ to Mexico City as it opens the first Frenchbranded hotel there this month.

No two rooms are the same at L’Ôtel at Dôce18 Concept House, so it should come as no surprise that the hotel should strive to be unique in other ways. ways, too— like a custom fragrance (by Roy Azar and Ablu Botanica) that will change every two years.

L’ÔTEL AT DÔCE 18 CONCEPT HOUSE L’Ôtel at Dôce18 Concept House is a chic getaway just steps away from San Miguel de Allende’s main court. This boutique design hotel is small and exclusive: there are only 10 suites, all using white as the general theme but each one

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decorated with one-of-a-kind statement pieces. Its Grand Room is the biggest standout, representing curiosities and treasures of the creative world. In the hotel lobby, one can find a collection of works by Pedro Freideberg—a Mexican artist and designer known for his surrealist pieces full of religious and ancient lines, colors and symbols— including the famous “Hand’s Chair.” Overall, the space serves as a reception, bar, art gallery and showcase of unusual objects.

Other unique touches include a peculiar elevator, which has doors covered in gold leaf; the pool terrace, covered with black and white floors that form a large-scale chess board; and artwork hung throughout, courtesy of Mexican photographers Cynthia Araf and Rafael de la Lastra, and Mexican plastics artist Marisa Boullosa. And if that wasn’t enough, this amazing hotel is also eco-friendly, with its own solar energy system to supply hotel needs, its own on-site garden, and its internal water filtration system (thanks to some sophisticated equipment). Daring to be different and succeeding is more than just a concept here—it’s a reality.

Calle Relox 18, Colonia Centro, 33770, San Miguel de Allende, GTO

Turn-of-the-century Spanish comfort and tradition flirts with modern art at this smart, edgy hotel in the heart of San Miguel de Allende.

HOTEL AMPARO If you’re looking for luxury and intimacy, Hotel Amparo is the stay for you.

The boutique space—housed in a 300-year-old building that once served as the mayor’s private residence—is conveniently situated in the heart of historic San Miguel de Allende. It offers travelers an intimate retreat with a global feel, thanks to mid-century furnishings from countries like France, India and Denmark, culminating in a laid-back and homey vibe (think of it as your cool friend’s house, but nicer). The overall goal of the hotel’s aesthetic was actually to remove some of the expected Mexican influences and make it feel more international—unlike most Mexican resorts, which seek to preserve the local culture and showcase the city as the influential hub it has become. The only much of the hotel’s artwork: two of Lucas Rise’s custom painted murals are prominently featured, Pedro Friedeberg’s framed personal notes adorn the walls, handmade papier-mâché Grecian-style urns from the nearby organic market are used throughout the property, and Beatriz Cota’s canvas piece is hung in the Amparo Suite. Other offerings at this exclusive haute hotel—with just five guest suites—include a high-end coffee bar featuring San Miguel’s first and only La Marzocco espresso machine and a rooftop wine bar with a focus on small French producers.

Mesones 3, Zona Centro, 37700 San Miguel de Allende

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The essence of water is the theme throughout the Viceroy Los Cabos—which is fitting, considering that the beachfront hotel (located in the Zona Hotelera near the town of San José del Cabo) faces the Sea of Cortez. As conceived by architect Miguel Angel Aragonés, the Los Angeles-based Viceroy Hotel Group’s 15th worldwide property has been designed to resemble boxes floating on water. Its aqua-centric ambiance continues upon arrival through a sculpted iron portal and artisan wooden door, where guests are greeted by the sound of water. Lobby interiors have transformed the property—formerly Hotel

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Mar Adentro—from stark white to feature a warm color palette of blue and natural sand tones as inspired by the Los Cabos desert and sea. Some completely new features to the resort are a beachfront pool and bar, dining venues that reflect the culture and flavors of Baja—including the standout Nido restaurant, which appears to float on water due to its elevated walkways—and a state-of-the-art fitness center curated by Los Angeles-based celebrity trainer Harley Pasternak. Guests will also find a cinema room, Natura Bissé and ROIL in-room amenities, Shiller water bikes, a spa (with both a beauty bar and an ice fountain), as well as a game room. Even better, the resort offers one-of-akind experiential activities for its guests: surf lessons with a local pro, a fishing trip with the hotel’s chef, scuba diving with underwater photography, fluorescent night dives, and custom tequila-making classes.

Paseo Malecon San Jose Lote 8, Zona Hotelera, 23400 San José del Cabo, B.C.S

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Coastal contemporary design connects indoor and outdoor living spaces in Susurros del Corazón’s lavish King Suite.

There is a plethora of ways to get fit at Viceroy Los Cabos, from its ethereal pools, high-tech fitness center, and an “adult jungle gym” for those who want to see the beauty of Los Cabos while they sweat.

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SUSURROS DEL CORAZÓN Literally translated, Susurros del Corazón, the Auberge Resort Collection’s third Mexican property, means ‘whispers of the heart.’ It’s an apt name, given how romantic this Punta de Mita locale is. The hotel, which will be comprised of 30 residences and 59 guest suites, is located on 33 lush, rolling acres overlooking the Bay of Banderas on the Pacific Coast of Mexico, surrounded by tropical jungles and pristine white sand beaches.

Guests and homeowners will have access to signature Auberge amenities such as four restaurants, three pools, a 3,000-squarefoot fitness center and yoga studio, and a spa featuring treatments inspired by the healing properties of the surrounding Riviera Nayarit region as well as the local culture. Book your stay when this haute hotel opens in 2020.

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to pay homage to both the art of fine dining and watchmaking in no more fitting of a fashion than honoring world-renowned Chef Daniel Boulud at his two Michelin-starred flagship, DANIEL. The occasion celebrated the chef’s Haute Living New York cover debut. Chef Boulud made the evening all the more memorable by doing intimate kitchen tours, where event attendees explored the acclaimed kitchen. Chef Boulud prepared a specially curated feast for guests, which they enjoyed in the private dining room. At the end of the evening, Haute Living, Hublot and artist WhIsBe presented a commissioned painting in honor of the cover launch.

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of North Miami Beach’s 57 Ocean with partner LOUIS XIII to honor hall-of-fame golfer and businessman Greg Norman for his Haute Living Miami cover launch. Guests enjoyed a gourmet meal curated by BeeFlat catering. Dessert set the palettes for a special LOUIS XIII moment that followed, led by Ambassador François Surcin. After clinking Baccarat glasses and sips of the regal cognac, two more presentations were given following LOUIS XIII’s x Pharrell Williams #IfWeCare 100 Years video presentation.

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Naples-Born L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele opens in Los Angeles, marking its first-ever U.S. location.

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Pizzeria da Michele, has opened its doors in Los Angeles with the brand’s first-ever U.S. location.

Legendary for serving up serious brick-oven margarita and marinara pies, as seen in the film Eat Pray Love, this 150-year-old pizzeria brings its authentic Italian flavors to California with a reimagined menu inspired by the traditional Mediterranean experience.

Haute Living sat down with owner and designer Francesco Zimone to hear more on the recent opening in Los Angeles, expanding its menu and melding two exotic worlds together to showcase the most powerful pie from Italy to California.

HL: Francesco, you recently opened the first U.S. location of the Naples-born pizzeria, L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele. Tell us about delivering a true Italian experience to L.A. eaters.

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Francesco Zimone: I’m extremely happy about the new location. It has been a labor of love for the past two years. We wanted to find a space that looked exactly like an Italian square—a little village, somewhere you could feel at home. It was important to deliver an authentic experience that comes with food made from our grandmothers, just like our mothers do. We went on and on and decided to create a menu that was representative of our true Italian culture. We won’t have marinara sauce on our calamari or fettuccini alfredo because they aren’t part of true Italian culture.

HL: Famously known for presenting diners with two legendary pies, including the Marinara and Margarita pizza, what additional plates can we expect to see at your Hollywood outpost?

FZ: I’ve been living in California for 17 years, and I still love the traditions of true Italian cuisine. We

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Haute decided to bring all the dishes we grew up with to Da Michele Los Angeles. Chef Antonio Giordano and I lived together for a couple of months. While he was visiting, he came to stay at my house. Every single night we cooked, and many of those meals from our youth in Italy inspired dishes on the menu at the restaurant.

Dishes include a variety of appetizers such as calamari, gnocco fritto (fried dough topped with burrata and prosciutto), slow-cooked octopus, homemade Spaghetti al Pomodoro, a traditional dish from a little place that you can reach only by boat— Spaghetti alla Nerano— and many other amazing dishes.

HL: What made you expand the menu?

FZ: The menu represents my Italian upbringing and the past 17 years of living in Los Angeles. In a city like New York, you have pizzerias where you grab a slice and leave. We are a place where you spend more time and sit down to really enjoy the food, company or experience, which is why we created a more in-depth menu that really speaks to our culture.

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HL: You mentioned that you import your ingredients directly from Naples. How do you source them?

FZ: For the pizza, we have and respect the traditional recipe of Da Michele that was created 150 years ago.

We use a certain type of cheese from the Amalfi coast, specially-imported tomato and oil and Caputo double 0 flour. All of our ingredients are sourced directly from producers and shipped via airplane on Wednesdays.

HL: And as the flavors of L’Antica Pizzeria da Michelle often remind you of “a book or movie that makes you think, cry, and laugh” what book or movie would this wood-oven pizza palace remind you of most?

FZ: Our restaurant reminds you of a movie or book that makes you cry because it’s historic. The restaurant reminds me of more than a book or movie—it reminds me of anything that is part of the Neapolitan culture that is made out of a ton of sacrifices. This comes together with a lot of joy because it’s part of the Neapolitan culture to work hard.

HL: The decor of your new restaurant also integrates classic Italian hues with modern California decor.

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FZ: The main focus on the decor is based on the fact that I believe in sustainability. For me, that means conserving what you have. Another important part is that I like to remain true to the building you find. When I get into a space, I really believe that respecting the work that was done is by far the most important thing. I really wanted to create a place that felt like a home, starting from the fireplace that is in shape of an “H,” for Hollywood. That also makes you think about home. Everything from the white and blue tiles on the patio, together with the wood and trees, just brings you back to something that feels like home and makes you feel like a minimalist, but at the same time, is curated in a way that gives you the opportunity to relax. We want every guest to feel relaxed and at home and be able to spend time together with their friends and loved ones. Even more, one of the reasons I moved to and love California, especially L.A., is because I’ve always felt that it is similar to Naples. Both places face the ocean on the west, and the climate and nature are similar. California has similarities to Italy.

I’m immediately at home here.

HL: How do you plan to show guests how the Italians enjoy summer holiday in the Mediterranean?

FZ: The restaurant is 6,000 square feet of indoor and patio seating that really resembles an Italian courtyard. The way the restaurant is shaped and built, it feels like something you would experience along the Amalfi Coast. The way Italians enjoy the food is by cheersing together, gathering together, staying up late night and just enjoying life. It’s part of Italian and Greek cultures.

HL: Julia Roberts first honed her love for pizza at your Naples location while shooting the film Eat Pray Love. Can we expect to see Roberts visiting the Los Angeles location in the near future?

FZ: We would love to see the beautiful Julia Roberts, the amazing actress, here soon. But there’s a little secret we would like to share with you—an 85-year-old lady named Julia Roberts came the first week we opened, and she was really sweet.

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Residences, launched the Haute Leaders Dinner Series at Miami Beach’s Chotto Matte. Haute Leaders serves as Haute Living’s association of the most-renowned professionals across various industries including beauty, plastic surgery, legal, real estate, interior design and beyond. The association features six highly coveted network groups including: Haute Beauty, Haute MD, Haute Lawyer, Haute Residence, Haute Design and Haute Developers.

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