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THE INTERSECTION OF FASHION AND TECHNOLOGY MEGAN KASPAR IS AT THE HELM OF THE RAPIDLY EVOLVING BLOCKCHAIN INDUSTRY AS ONE OF THE LEADING FEMALES MAKING A MAJOR DIFFERENCE IN THE SPACE THROUGH FASHION. BY: ADRIENNE FAUROTE PHOTOGRAPHY: ALBERTO GONZÁLEZ HAIR STYLIST: MARCO NORMA AND VIOLA TAMBURI, ROSSANO FERRETTI MAKEUP ARTIST: CESAR FERRETTE & SIDNEY JAMILA MANICURIST: LISA KON DIGITAL DRESSING BY: DRESSX

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It’s the morning of our interview, and a breaking headline notification reads across my phone screen: “Goodbye, Staples Center. Hello, Crypto.com Arena.” The news would soon be acclaimed as one of the largest naming deals in sports history as Crypto.com paid more than $700 million for the naming rights of the iconic downtown Los Angeles venue in a 20-year deal. A moment where millions across the globe shared the universal sentiment that this new world of crypto is, in fact, here to stay. Yet, for Megan Kaspar, this news is not shocking; this news is her world. For almost the last decade, Kaspar has been at the forefront of what is now one of the fastest growing global industries. As the cofounder and managing director of Magnetic, a privately held crypto and blockchain investment and incubation firm, she has invested in over 50 early-stage digital assets and blockchain companies — ultimately revealing her unwavering belief that this is not just the future; it is our present and it’s our duty to make an impact. Stepping into Kaspar’s universe is nothing shy of impressive. Kaspar immediately immerses you into her dynamic world of working 20 steps ahead with the evolution of crypto. Yet, when she first began dabbling in the space, she too had her reservations. “Similar to most people’s initial reaction to the concept of cryptocurrency, when I became aware of bitcoin in 2010, I thought it was a scam,” she says. “It took me two or three years to understand the underlying value of the technology, the power of the network, and the applications of the technology which solve numerous problems. My first ‘aha moment’ was between 2013 and 2014. At that time, fewer cryptocurrency exchanges existed and the trading volume was extremely low. However, I began to see a future where blockchain technology would eventually generate, capture, store, and disseminate all data, and cryptocurrency would provide a replacement to physical fiat — as the world moves towards complete digitalization and dematerialization. Over time it became increasingly obvious to me how this technology could upgrade global capital markets and the financial industry, with an improved, secure technology layer added. And that was when I realized I would be spending the rest of my career in this space.” While studying for her undergraduate degree, Kaspar worked for a family office focused on biotech. It was there that she got her first glimpse into the industry. “They asked me to explore investment opportunities in emerging technologies outside of their traditional investment focus,” she says. “I was aware of crypto at the time, specifically bitcoin, and I had read the bitcoin white paper because someone very close to me introduced the concept of bitcoin and the bitcoin blockchain. They were using it as a form of internet currency to trade and sell in-game items. Gaming was one of the earliest uses of bitcoin.” Over the next several years, Kaspar would become closer to the industry, ultimately making a name for herself and creating her own path of discovery. “Around 2015, after the Ethereum crowdsale (a significant milestone in 2014 for the industry), I had a pretty good knowledge base of watching how the

technology works and what the intelligence layer on top of the blockchain meant — in terms of the Ethereum virtual machine,” explains Kaspar. “ Soon after, leading me to the foresight where I was able to imagine a world where our digital items and digital assets—whether in a game or in future augmented reality use cases—could be monetized using smart contracts on a blockchain.” A brief anecdote about virtual assets: In early October, we sat down virtually with Kaspar, and about 20 minutes into the conversation, she revealed her earrings were actually augmented reality (AR) NFT earrings. And, spoiler alert, they look extremely real as they are programmed to sync with her every move; so, when she shakes her head, the earrings naturally follow her body movement. In fact, in our final interview, she wore an emerging digital designer, Alterrage. Kaspar was the first person to wear augmented reality digital NFT fashion on live television and continues to push beyond the barriers of physical, traditional fashion; thus, for our issue this month, she is wearing only digital attire. To further understand what exactly it means to own digital items, Kaspar provided a 101 of the buzziest terms in the space right now. Kaspar reveals that understanding the metaverse before you address NFTs (non-fungible tokens) can make the disruptive business models of blockchain technology easier to conceptualize. “This word [metaverse] is proliferating everywhere this year, especially following Facebook’s name change to ‘Meta,’” says Kaspar. Humans have actually been increasingly living closer in approximation to the metaverse through social media and video communication tools like Zoom. “The metaverse is a digital ecosystem with a virtual economy where users can interact, experience, transact, and generate value together,” explains Kaspar. “I think the most important nuance people tend to not be aware of is the difference between centralized and decentralized metaverse platforms and applications. Web2, the version of the internet most of us are familiar with today, is dominated by companies that are centralized and provide services in exchange for our personal data, such as in Fortnite, Instagram, Youtube, VR Chat. Web3 refers to the decentralized underlying technology and platform infrastructure on blockchains for greater user utility. The ultimate goal of Web3 is to create more intelligent, connected, and open applications and websites. Notable Web3 companies like BitClout, Decentraland, Newlife, and Rally enable users to participate without giving up privacy and personal information on trustless and transparent applications. Web3 metaverses are not carbon copies of the physical world. They have differentiated norms and cultures which continue to evolve, breaking barriers and boundaries that limit our physical world.” “There’s also meta-commerce,” adds Kaspar. “Simultaneous shifts in culture, technology, and online social interactions are forging a digital economy, empowering content creators while providing new paths to wealth creation. The use of decentralized tools, like NFTs, are driving commercial transactions to Web3 platforms while creating next-generation consumer entertainment experiences.” @hauteliving HAUTE LIVING 17

COAT: Fendi EARRINGS AND NECKLACE: Cartier RINGS AND BRACELET: Bvlgari

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So, what exactly is an NFT? Kaspar breaks it down: “NFTs are smart contracts on a blockchain — which is just a system of recording information in a way that makes it very difficult or impossible to change or hack (depending on the blockchain’s governance), coded with some sort of unique, one-of-akind piece of data, information, image, or video. For instance, something so simple as your driver’s license could be made into a NFT. A majority of the NFTs, and all the top NFT collections like Crypto Punks, ArtBlocks, Bored Ape Yacht Club, VeeFriends and the most recent community trend, a Takashi Murakami collab, RTFTK CloneXs live on the Ethereum blockchain. Though, other blockchain NFT ecosystems like Solana and Avalanche are growing.” And while each industry, from art to finance, approaches NFTs differently, there’s one sector Kaspar is dominating: fashion. The fashion industry generates $2.5 trillion dollars in global annual revenue (pre-pandemic), and the beauty industry averages around $5 billion a year. Through Web3’s meta-commerce, Kaspar believes that new product channels and business models hold the potential of at least doubling global fashion and beauty revenues over the next two decades— just as Web2 supported the emergence of e-commerce (think Instagram shopping capabilities). For Kaspar, this is just the beginning of fashion’s existence and disruption within the space. “A lurking opportunity is emerging from the blockchain ecosystem, and it is massive. Overlooked by most, the dematerialization and digitalization of fashion is a sleeping giant mega-trend, with the greatest potential for global economic disruption and positive environmental impact, next to financial infrastructure.” “We are in the early days of understanding the scale of the digital fashion economy opportunity,” says Kaspar. “The luxury sector of the fashion industry was slow to adapt to shifts to e-commerce and social media. But the current metaverse trend of high-end house name brands like Balenciaga, D&G, Gucci, Burberry, and Ralph Lauren have launched AR try-on capabilities, digital items collaborations, and virtual activations. However, most brands still do not fully understand the power of wearable digital fashion and the full range of features that NFTs can provide. It will become increasingly more obvious to brands that NFT fashion opportunities are not just a one-off marketing channel but a product channel providing newfound revenue streams.” This new disruption Kaspar speaks of goes beyond the typical digital realm. It spans product design, production and real-time customization, marketing, customer acquisition and retention, sale and product use, or wearability functions. Most millennials, Gen Z’s, and Generation Alpha’s already live fully immersed in online vanity and naturally discover luxury brands through the centralized version of the metaverse like Fortnite, Roblox, IG and Snapchat. “Fashion is a part of a person’s physical identity, and naturally a part of their digital identity. Many brands, like Gucci, have already released digital apparel inside of centralized games,” says Kaspar. In 2019, Fortnite, which has a free-to-play business model, generated over $3.7 billion in global revenues from the sales of in-game digital apparel. One could argue that Fortnite is a larger apparel company than several popular luxury brands, as it generates higher annual revenue currently above Prada, Burberry, Valentino, and Versace.” Kaspar first discovered her passion for the fashion industry when dial-up internet emerged in the late ‘90s. Growing up in a small town in the Midwest, the internet became her gateway. “I grew up loving high-end fashion,” she says. “I discovered brands like Louis Vuitton through the internet (years later, in 2019, Louis Vuitton became the first major brand to launch an in-game digital clothing collaboration). There are so many cross-over paths between fashion and tech in my life.” In fact, in her senior year of high school, she was voted most fashionable. For Kaspar, one of the most exciting aspects of this movement is the democratization of the fashion industry, giving anyone access to a onceexclusive industry. “Imagine an aspiring designer or artist in Ghana with access to a device and wifi; they don’t actually need access to startup capital anymore to be involved in fashion,” explains Kaspar. “They can

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digitally create 3D fashion garments all through an app and launch their fashion items in augmented reality where people can buy and use them. Apps like FLYP provide these services along with single item on-demand manufacturing and drop shipping. “Anyone can technically design a clothing line with these capabilities,” she says. “This empowers a large span of our population. Similar to how Web2 gave me access into the world of high-end, luxury fashion, now we have Web3 that will give people access to fashion in a way that wasn’t possible — and that is such a beautiful thing.” But, that’s just one way the fashion industry can participate in the shift. Other major factors like reducing carbon emissions play a significant role. “While I am excited about the upside potential from the fashion industry, there’s a large ESG and social responsibility at play,” explains Kaspar. The fashion industry is undeniably one of the most polluting industries globally, making up 10 percent of our carbon footprint in global emissions, which is more than all international flights and maritime shipping combined. So, evolving into the digital with dematerialization as a trend is beyond impactful. “The intersection of digital fashion with the traditional fashion industry offers an opportunity to reduce the carbon footprint — starting from the transition to digital samples and 3D try-ons to creating entirely digital collections and metaverse-native fashion shows (like the first ever digital Fashion Week coming up this March in Decentraland by UNXD) to the process of manufacturing, distributing, selling, and using fashion and apparel. Digital fashion offers existing brands an opportunity to participate in meta-commerce while improving their impact on the environment. By focusing more on digital product lines, many of these environmentally harmful practices will disappear,” she adds. As a society, we are transitioning from a 2D “heads down” to a 3D “heads up” digital reality that is both immersive and experiential. “This technological shift will have a profound effect on the fashion, retail, and beauty industries through the dematerialization of products, everything from clothing, shoes, handbags, accessories, and even beauty and makeup,” says Kaspar. “It is said that 40 percent of the Western closet goes unworn. An infinite amount of digital clothing and accessories can exist without negatively impacting our planet.” There are also new, competitive drivers being put into play. “One disrupting feature of digitizing luxury fashion is the ability to use items as collateral on the blockchain,” she says. “Also, an NFT gaming concept called play-to-earn has generated newfound value for users. In fashion, we’re going to see brands adopting wear-to-earn and own-to-earn model as a marketing and sponsorship strategies that influencers can utilize to incentivize consumers to wear the digital items.” This new model will rely on Augmented Reality (AR) technology in traditional and social media. “Today, nascent versions of AR digitals are available, such as digital tailoring as a service, AR try-on, and direct purchasing functions and in-platform live wearables. Social media content creators and brands are beginning to understand the use case for AR wearables. For instance, fashion brands no longer need to ship physical products to influencers or on-shoot locations,” says Kaspar. She’s right. For our cover shoot, we made history. Gone are the days of shipping over 20 trunks of clothing across the globe. On our cover shoot, Kaspar wore a tightly fitted, all-black outfit from Kim Kardashian’s Skims collection in order for the images to be digitally clothed. “Kim’s Skims line is perfect for metaverse digital fashion to be superimposed, layered on top. Whether it is worn for a photoshoot, video shoot or in daily life to superimpose digital 2D or 3D fashion, the near-skin line is ideal. Historically, Kardashian has been on the leading edge of fashion, so there was no surprise to me when I discovered her Skims line as a perfect fit for imposed augmented and digital fashion.” says Kaspar. DRESSX digitally dressed Kaspar in Fendi, by digitizing selected looks and tailor overlaying the digital clothing on each photo. The process was

extremely streamlined and set a precedent for new industry standards. “DRESSX is the world’s largest digital fashion shop, targeting Gen Z and millennials who demand a new shopping solution —digital and sustainable. I see them as the Net-a-porter of the metaverse. The platform provides digital tailoring as a service and a metacloset of digital-only apparel and accessories, which are AR NFT wearables.” Kaspar explains. DRESSX digital fashion has been featured in Vogue Singapore, Vogue Business, WWD, HighSnobiety, Forbes, Financial Times and Yahoo! Finance. Kaspar continued, “The founders, Natalia Modenova and Daria Shapovalova, are a powerful force of nature. In just a little over one year the female-led, female-founded metafashion company is the leader of AR try-ons and NFT wearables.” The cover itself symbolized an industry transformative in the way brands can market fashion and further explore the marketing opportunities, from real-time AR try-on to purchase the item or to create content to an all-digital QR code to instantly access the item and the further brand discovery. The opportunity is limitless. “I can easily foresee the fashion industry doubling in size over the next 20 years, and it has the potential to go way beyond that in digital. Beyond the new, disruptive marketing and product channels, consumers will be afforded the opportunity to have many multiples more of fashion items in a digital closet and the ability to change them constantly,” says Kaspar. Kaspar is a founding member of Red DAO, the first-ever fashion-focused DAO, to participate and invest in emerging opportunities around the fashion and beauty space. A DAO, or decentralized autonomous organizations, is a new way to form corporate structure on a blockchain which provides a myriad of attributes traditional business structures cannot. DAO’s are hive-mind-like in structure, where all members contribute and decisions are made based on voting which in Red DAO’s case is weighted according to each member’s capital contribution. Kaspar shares, “the structure can be used similar to how we formed Red DAO, or for a single purpose, like buying a baseball team. Personally, I prefer the DAO structure for three reasons, but the most important being complete, transparent corporate onchain financials and governance. The fact that all company activity, such as changes to company bylaws or investment decisions, are voted on, executed and recorded on a blockchain provides a trustless environment while mitigating potential bad-acting shareholders from unscrupulous activity. 2022 could easily be the year of the DAO in the crypto sector.” In fact, Red DAO is responsible for the most expensive sale of a fashion NFT to date, which was the one of Dolce & Gabbana Doge Crown from UNXD. Red DAO purchased for 423.5 wETH (worth $1.8m at the current price of ETH), which marked a symbolic shift signaling market space for high-end luxury fashion in the metaverse. Dolce & Gabbana’s Collezione Genesi was the world’s first couture NFT drop by a luxury brand, which incorporated a multipronged offering: the physical fashion tethered to a digital version and digital-only fashion, both providing experiences including exclusive access to private couture events in Italy, a private tour of the Dolce & Gabbana atelier, and two-week exhibitions in multiple stores where the collector’s name was displayed. Red DAO purchased three of the nine couture NFT items to participate in the historical moment of a luxury fashion brand’s shift into the Web3 fashion economy. “The fashion industry is reinventing itself, entering a new era in luxury fashion which is immersive, interactive, and experiential. New projects utilizing these attributes and building commercial applications in the metaverse reach out to Red DAO daily,” admits Kaspar. “We are ecstatic to be in the center vortex of the digital fashion economy revolution, including supporting emerging digital fashion designers like Charlie Cohen, Stephy Fung, Max Salzborn, and Ravi Singh.” The fashion industry’s potential in this space is bigger than we can ever imagine, presenting an enormous future of opportunity. “It is hard to overstate the impact that wearable NFTs will have on the fashion industry and the world in this decade. This presents a tremendous opportunity for innovators in the retail and fashion industries. The next generation of fashion @hauteliving HAUTE LIVING 21

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entrepreneurs will have a digital-first perspective. Wearable, digitally augmented fashion NFTs will be at the forefront. The pay-off here is not just from the infinite design possibilities by removing physical world limitations in the manufacturing process.” We can expect new digital fashion platforms and luxury marketplaces like DRESSX and UNXD to continue to arise, which are built on or are leveraging blockchain technology, offering digital merchandise that can’t be copied or counterfeited, yet can be instantly traded to anyone in vast global secondary markets with verifiable provenance and ownership. And, Kaspar is calling it now: the big “gateway” push will come about through wearable augmented reality, facilitated by near-eye wearable devices. “It is highly probable that within the next five years, the mass consumer market will be introduced to these devices, enabling the use of augmented reality in our daily lives. Billions of consumers will migrate from smartphones and tablets into wearable technology like glasses. When that moment arrives, we move from a “heads down” society to a “heads up,” and the digital fashion economy boom with broader and greater applications in social media and social reality is born,” says Kaspar. It’s no secret that this world is hard to wrap your brain around, but we are living in a world where technology is advancing at an unprecedented rate. “As we advance globally towards a highly device-driven society, it will become increasingly important for iconic brands to successfully navigate Web3 and appeal to future generations. Kids spend more time in digital worlds than the physical, engaging countless hours perfecting in-game looks on their avatar to impress their classmates online,” Kaspar said after joking about how our kids, their kids, and so on will laugh at our smartphones. “In contrast, they will spend entire afternoons after lunch oblivious to wearing food-stained clothing in front of these same classmates. Brands that understand and deliver products catered to the younger generations’ desire to personalize their digital appearance will survive the disruption of metacommerce business models.” As Kaspar remains at the forefront of this movement, she’s learned a precious lesson that has catapulted her career: “I learned that being curious was very profitable. I learned you should not dismiss information given to you, no matter what the source. On a regular occurrence I hear people say they believe they’re too late and they should have invested in the space two years ago or whenever they were first made aware of the crypto asset class. But that is the common mindset most people have, when they hear something that doesn’t resonate with their immediate belief system — they dismiss it. And by dismissing things, you can lose out on opportunities.” Staying curious with a neutral mindset has opened doors for Kaspar she never knew existed. Today, Kaspar is paving the way for generations of females in the industry, shattering any glass ceiling that gets in her way. “For years, I have worked in a male-dominated industry, but now I am working alongside some of the most high-quality, intelligent women from all over the world that are participating in the space. The merge of fashion and blockchain has made this possible, and that motivates me to continue contributing in the excitement emerging in metafashion.” To be at the helm of an industry that operates in a realm beyond the normal and at a rapid rate, Kaspar finds ways to stay grounded through daily meditation, nature walks, and reminders to self what the core principles of blockchain has always been about. “The ethos of the blockchain is this open, decentralized world, and it’s the new paradigm; whereas the old generational paradigm is a grinding, competitive space with less opportunity and jealousy galore. The blockchain world is a vast, free open environment where everyone has the opportunity to create and generate value for themselves in a supportive ecosystem. And we’re in the very beginning, early stages of that — it’s still extremely small. The size of the entire asset class, just slightly over $2 trillion with the possibility of achieving tens of multiples greater, keeps me motivated and hopefully for a positive and inclusive future for all. I keep a focused North Star on a deep connection to the ethos of blockchain technology, where everyone’s lives can be enriched through the reach and broader access to empowerment.”

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Brickell, on a cozy corner. Excitement is growing as locals and tourists wait for London’s sexiest restaurant to enter Miami’s culinary scene. Richard Caring, a businessman and restaurateur renowned in London for fashionable restaurants like the private members’ club Annabel’s and the Soho House group, will be replicating the same eclectic appeal of the London establishment in the Miami outpost. Designed by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio, Sexy Fish Miami is a glamorous space that blends a London aesthetic with vibrant Miami style. The interior is adorned with incredible artwork by Damien Hirst and an installation by Frank Gehry comprised of 26 fish lamps, a ceiling embellished with gold and a magnificent fish tank. In true Miami fashion, the restaurant will offer an exclusive late-night entertainment experience, allowing guests to enjoy the DJ’s tunes and food and drink options into the night. Sexy Fish Miami will feature chef director Bjoern Weissgerber’s Asian-inspired menu, with a focus on Japan, serving signature dishes like duck salad, smoked tuna belly, crispy eringi mushroom, black cod and king crab and bone marrow along with the addition of bold, seasonally inspired flavors. We’re calling it now — Sexy Fish Miami will soon be the new destination. We sat down with Weissgerber to hear more about the opening. Haute Living: Congratulations! Was Miami always a market you had your eye on? Bjoern Weissgerber: It is absolutely amazing to be back in Miami! There are very few cities as happening. The vibe, whether day or night, is always electric. From healthy and vibrant lunches to opulent dinners and nightlife, [the city] has been on our radar for a while. There is no better area for Sexy Fish to dive into than the bustling neighborhood of Brickell. I can’t wait to open our doors. HL: What makes Sexy Fish so unique? BW: Sexy Fish is something you cannot describe as just a restaurant. The menu and the changes in vibe are not unlike the ocean itself — always beautiful, vibrant, delicious and unexpected. Together with our talented team, I have the privilege to source and feature the most amazing ingredients in our open kitchen. Our bespoke sushi display and open-flame robata grill are featured alongside the incredible artwork of Damian Hirst and Frank Gehry. Along with Sexy Fish’s entertainment, it is something that needs to be experienced to be understood. HL: Will the dishes differ from what’s served at the London location? BW: Our Miami menu will have a lot of our signature dishes and flavors, but with some indulgent additions using local produce and seafood, such as stone crab, red snapper, and dorade, as well as West Coast oysters and Santa Barbara uni, among other sexy culinary treasures. HL: What are a few must-try dishes? BW: Some of our most iconic dishes are tuna belly, kombu cured and smoked, crispy duck salad with watermelon, sweet prawn sushi with burrata, yuzu and caviar, eringi mushroom tempura and truffle, king crab and bone marrow and — in my opinion — maybe the best cheesecake. HL: What dish are you most excited about debuting here in Miami? BW: The Sexy Gold Fish and Crispy Caviar. For our late-night menu, we marinade Chilean sea bass, wrap it in gold, finish it on the robata and serve it with delicious crispy caviar. I’m thrilled to share this glamorous dining experience with our guests. @hauteliving HAUTE LIVING 23

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THIS HOLIDAY SEASON, SPOIL YOUR LOVED ONES WITH THE GIFT OF LUXURY. LET HAUTE LIVING HELP YOU WITH THIS SPECIALLY CURATED GIFT GUIDE FOR EVERYONE ON YOUR LIST. 1. Louis Vuitton Bijou Secret Vivienne Rivière, about $192,000; select Louis Vuitton stores and louisvuitton.com 2. Tiffany & Co. tree ornaments in Tiffany Blue® crystal glass, $375 for a set of three; tiffany.com 3. Cartier Sixième Sens high jewelry earrings, price upon request; by appointment only at select Cartier boutiques nationwide 4. Messika Paris Lucky Move malachite, yellow gold and diamond ring, $2,380; messika.com 5. Alexander McQueen heart pendant charm, $200; Alexander McQueen SoHo and alexandermcqueen.com 6. Hublot Big Bang MP-11 Power Reserve 14 Days Sapphire Rainbow, $129,000; to purchase, contact your local Hublot boutique or authorized dealer

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Opposite: 1. Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello Air Pod case, $295; Saint Laurent 57th Street, New York and ysl.com 2. Gucci Men’s Gucci 100 loafers, $950; select Gucci stores and gucci.com 3. Bvlgari Limited Edition Serpenti Forever top handle bag, $8,050; 800-BVLGAR 4. Vacheron ConstantinTraditionnelle complete calendar, $41,300; 877-701-1755 or vacheron-constantin.com 5. Dior Men B30 sneakers in gray mesh and white technical fabric, $1,150; dior.com and select Dior boutiques nationwide 6. OMEGA De Ville Trésor Small Seconds, $16,900; omegawatches.com 7. Chanel Checkers Métiers d’Art 2021, $6,200; select Chanel boutiques nationwide 8. Givenchy Small Moon cutout bag in leather, $1,590; givenchy.com 9. Gucci Link to Love bracelet with Gucci bar, $980; select Gucci stores and Gucci.com 10. Gucci Geometric G print poker set, $6,900; select Gucci stores and gucci.com 11. Louis Vuitton Keepall Bandoulière 50 in Monogram Eclipse, about $2,300; select Louis Vuitton stores and louisvuitton.com

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1. Louis XIII The Classic decanter, $4,100; louisxii-cognac.com 2. Riedel Altitude Matters decanter, $525; riedel.com 3. Telmont Blanc de Blancs Vinothèque 2006, $209; champagne-telmont.com 4. Baccarat Harcourt Eve twopiece Red Kob flute set, $390; us.baccarat.com 5. Whiskies of the Galaxy Advent calendar, $250; flaviar.com 6. Zegna

multicolored cashmere jacquard knit cardigan, $2,995; zegna.com

7. Glashütte Seventies Chronograph Panorama Date (metal stainless-steel bracelet), $9,900; glashuette-original.com

8. Dolce & Gabbana patent leather and grosgrain heels, $995; dolcegabbana.com 9. Fendi black midi leather Baguette chain handbag, $3,100; fendi.com 10. Rimowa Original Twist Cabin suitcase in silver and brown, $1,400; rimowa.com

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1. 111SKIN The Diamond Edit, $2,000; 111skin.com 2. Dyson Corrale, $499; dyson.com 3. OPTE Precision skincare system, $599; opte.com 4. Parums de Marly Oud de Happiness, $385; us.initioparfums.com 5. Clé de Peau Beauté Limited Edition Holiday La Creme, $500; cledepeaubeaute.com 6. Joanna Vargas Magic Glow Wand, $285; joannavargas.com 7. Georgia Louise Hollywood EGF, $410; violetgrey.com 8. Dior Beauty Rouge Dior Minaudiere, Atelier of Dreams Limited Edition, $190; dior.com 9. Saint Laurent Rive Droite mink throw, $9,500; yslrivedroite.com 10. Dior Chez Moi slippers, $1,150; Dior boutiques nationwide 11. Maison du Chocolat 110-piece Star-Struck holiday ornament coffret, $225; lamaisonduchocolat.com

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MASTERPIECE Les Cabinotiers Westminster Sonnerie: Vacheron Constantin’s custom tribute to Johannes Vermeer. JOHANNES VERMEER WAS A DUTCH PAINTER OF THE

17th century who was able to capture light as no other artist could. He had a fondness for household scenes, which he painted in an intimate, lifelike style. While only 36 paintings by his hand are known today, some of them are among the world’s most famous works of art. While many are familiar with his masterpieces View of Delft or The Milkmaid, they are both surpassed in popularity by Girl with a Pearl Earring. This painting shows elegance unlike any other. That’s why it was such a daunting task for Vacheron Constantin to recreate it on the side of its Les Cabinotiers Westminster Sonnerie at the request of a discerning connoisseur The brand called on Anita Porchet, one of the greatest enamel masters in the world. She started the painstaking work to recreate Vermeer’s finest painting, not only in miniature but also in enamel. The old master would without a doubt have approved, as the girl seems to ready to come alive at any moment. It took Porchet two years to complete the painting — but the creation of 30 HAUTE LIVING hautetime.com

the entire watch took an additional eight. The dial of the watch looks classic, in off-white enamel with blue numerals and railroad track, and gives no hints of the complex movement underneath. Composed of 806 parts, caliber 3761 is fitted with a tourbillon and a grande and petite sonnerie with a Westminster chime. This means it can sound the passing of each quarter in the same way as the famed Big Ben in London. For this, the watch is equipped with no less than five hammers and gongs. It is also uniquely fitted with a modus that makes it go silent between 11 p.m. and 9 a.m., ensuring a good night’s rest for its owner. The watch is equipped with two mainspring barrels, one for the striking mechanism and the other for timekeeping, giving it a power reserve of 80 hours. As this watch is a bespoke commission, Vacheron Constantin will make only one example of the Les Cabinotiers Westminster Sonnerie Tribute to Johannes Vermeer. But the atelier is open for connoisseurs who might like to have something similar made.

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+FASHION FUSION Hublot and Berluti celebrate five years of collaboration with a bang. BY MARTIN GREEN

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HUBLOT AND BERLUTI HAVE FUSED FASHION AND

watchmaking, leather and titanium, form and substance. The partnership between the famous men’s fashion house and the most disruptive of the watchmaking brands, originally announced in 2016, has unveiled a new interpretation of the Big Bang Unico. The Big Bang Unico Aluminio leverages this shared knowhow and provides an understated, elegant monochrome piece. It is a Big Bang for true collectors and connoisseurs. As with every collaboration between Hublot and Berluti, this edition will be limited to 100 copies. The emblematic patinated Venezia leather is at the heart of the polished titanium bezel as well as on the dial, where the indices and words “Swiss Made” are gauffered directly onto the surface. The leather is held between two pieces of sapphire glass whose cut reveals the gears of the Unico movement, a feat of technical prowess. Working with Berluti, a technique was developed to encapsulate natural leather hues and crystalize them in time; in this way, their beauty is rendered in an authentic and unchanging manner. As for the strap, it symbolizes the perfect fusion of the two worlds, and it is available in two versions: one in burnished Aluminio Venezia leather, the other in patinated Aluminio Venezia leather with the Script motif, exclusively for Japan. Aluminio is one of Berluti’s signature patinas. It perfectly transcribes the light onto the different tones of the Venezia leather. Hublot took responsibility for the new two-part bezel design. With the help of a sticky, rigid resin, the first piece of the bezel — in leather, about 1mm thick — is inserted onto the second piece, in gray titanium, and then screwed onto the case of the watch. This will allow the bezel to be patinated in time, just like the strap. To bring patinated Aluminio Venezia leather into harmony with its mechanical ensemble, the Hublot manufacture chose from the vast palette of materials at its disposal: titanium for the 44-mm case and its deployant clasp, resin for the central horn, tungsten for the oscillating weight, and satin-finished rhodium for the hands. Building on more than 40 years of groundbreaking design, Hublot has mastered the full spectrum of watchmaking materials and was thus able to create a Big Bang that is perfectly tuned to the nuances of the patinated Berluti leather. The Big Bang Berluti Aluminio also reveals part of its beating heart. The gears of the Unico movement, an authentic manufacture self-winding Flyback chronograph with three full days of power reserve, can be admired thanks to the cut of the two pieces of sapphire glass that hold the leather on the dial side. A rare and contemporary piece, the Big Bang Unico Berluti Aluminio will be delivered in a special case, with a travel pouch and a shoehorn key ring with the Berluti logo.

Grand Seiko’s latest spring drive takes inspiration from cascading snow. BY MARTIN GREEN

GRAND SEIKO FINDS A LOT OF INSPIRATION IN NATURE

around its Shinshu Watch Studio in Japan, the place where all Spring Drive models come to life. For its latest model, the brand captured the spirit of Shizuri-yuki. This is the natural phenomenon when freshly fallen snow cascades down from tree branches, creating a spectacular play of light. As we have grown accustomed to with Grand Seiko, it translated this beauty in the most sophisticated way in a timepiece, in which design and craftsmanship go hand in hand. The case measures 38.5mm in diameter and is crafted from pink gold. Thanks to its overall height of just 10.2mm, it has a slim profile that is accentuated by a string of brilliant-cut diamonds. They are placed to follow the case’s design, with the precious stones gradually decreasing in size accordingly. This is the first reference to the snow-topped landscape around the Shinshu Watch Studio, with the second being the dial. Here the brand opted for a bright white color but gave it a unique texture that resembles freshly fallen snow in which the wind has created a distinct yet subtle pattern. It gives the watch a great sense of refinement. Refinement is also what we find inside the case, where through a sapphire crystal insert in the rose gold caseback, caliber 9R31 is visible. This movement combines great looks with outstanding performance. Thanks to the unique Spring Drive technology, it is accurate to 15 seconds per month while offering a power reserve of a generous 72 hours. The finish of the movement is, in true Grand Seiko tradition, outstanding. The main plate has a subtle brushed finish against which the red rubies and blued screws stand out. An elegant power reserve indicator is also placed on the back of the watch, a welcome and helpful feature for a manualwind watch like this. To ensure exclusivity, this latest Grand Seiko creation is limited to 60 pieces. 32 HAUTE LIVING hautetime.com

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the metal The Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Huracán is the embodiment of high performance. BY MARTIN GREEN

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ROGER DUBUIS IS LAUNCHING A NEW EXCALIBUR SPIDER

in collaboration with Lamborghini. The watch is once again an exemplary mix of the DNA of both brands, combining cutting-edge design with innovative materials. This latest addition to the Excalibur Spider Huracán collection gives center stage to Ceramic Composite Fiber (CCF). This highperformance material is normally used in the aerospace industry, in particular for rockets, yet after extensive research and development, Roger Dubuis made it suitable for use in watchmaking. One of the things that makes this material so extraordinary is that it is even 20 percent lighter than carbon. This fits perfectly in Roger Dubuis’s strategy to create watches that are like racing machines for the wrist. The CCF has a white color with a subtle yet distinct marble effect. The brand used it not only to craft the case but also as part of the movement. This makes the watch very good-looking, with an icy-cool appearance. Roger Dubuis will make 88 pieces of this 45mm large Excalibur Spider Huracán powered by caliber RD630. This movement was developed with Lamborghini and has a few extraordinary features. The balance wheel, placed at 12 o’clock, has been placed at a 12-degree angle for increased precision. Opposite, we find the date function between the two mainspring barrels. This gives the Excalibur Spider Huracán a power reserve of 60 hours. The back of the watch is equally stunning, as there the oscillating weight is shaped like the rim of a Lamborghini Huracán. The Excalibur Spider Huracán also continues the recently started tradition at Roger Dubuis to be dazzling by night. For this, the brand not only applied Super-LumiNova on the hands and hour markers but also used it to decorate part of the bridges, the bezel, and even the strap. The unique capabilities of this Roger Dubuis shine, even at night. @hautetime HAUTE LIVING 33

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Aventador Lamborghini’s flagship sees the last iconic release before going completely electric.

ITALIAN MANUFACTURER LAMBORGHINI HAS ANNOUNCED THAT

it is going electric. But first comes the luxury carmaker’s final Aventador, celebrating the iconic V12 super sports car and combustion engine. Lamborghini Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae is available in two variants: coupe and roadster. After a glorious 10-year run, the V12 engine shines for one last time. “The Aventador LP 780-4 denotes the final, purest, timeless naturally aspirated production V12 Lamborghini,” says Stephan Winkelmann, president and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini. “It delivers the essential 12-cylinder experience in terms of inimitable design, engineering solutions and the most emotive driving experience and is the definitive Aventador, concluding an extraordinary era. It is the last of its kind: it delivers the maximum power and conclusive performance expected from Lamborghini’s current V12 engine, combined with our inimitable flagship’s design DNA. The Aventador was destined to become a classic from launch, and the Aventador LP 780-4 is the most beautiful expression of timeless design and technical solutions in a final edition: Ultimae.” The 12-cylinder, 6.5-liter Longitudinale Posteriore (LP) will arrive in 2023. The engine delivers 780 CV: 40 CV more than the Aventador S, and 10 CV over the SVJ to its permanent four-wheel drive. It is the grand finale of the traditional V12 combustion engine and the ultimate Aventador in every sense. The Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 2.8 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 8.7 and a top speed of 355 km/h (coupe). The active aero system’s rear wing moves into three positions — closed, maximum performance and maximum handling. The transmission is via Lamborghini’s lightweight Independent Shifting Rod (ISR) 7-speed shifting system, providing robotized gearshifts in up to 50 milliseconds. The Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae’s drive modes allow the pilot to select not only STRADA, SPORT and CORSA dynamic options, but in EGO mode choose parameters for the optimal setup of the Lamborghini active suspension (LMS), traction controls (engine, gearbox and four-wheel drive) and steering. The Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae celebrates the Lamborghini Aventador’s complex yet elegant lines and surfaces: the culmination of the company’s 36 HAUTE LIVING hauteauto.com

aspirated-V12 design legacy. Paying homage to the benchmark performance of the SVJ and the ageless super sports elegance of the S model, it takes the best components of both to create a perfect balance between performance and dynamism with enduring sophistication. The Aventador is limited to only 350 coupes and 250 roadsters in numbered editions, offering a refined yet dynamic, elegant yet distinctive representation of the last Aventador. Its silhouette, clean and unfettered, is as recognizable and timeless an outline as other V12 Lamborghini classics, such as Countach, Diablo and Murciélago. Offered as standard are 18 colors, with an unprecedented range of options, and more than 300 colors are available through Lamborghini Ad Personam, allowing owners to create their unique piece of Lamborghini V12 motoring history. The Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae coupe is launched in a two-tone gray-ongray configuration, with lines and details such as the front splitter’s outline and “teeth” picked out in matte red Rosso Mimir, with the accent line continuing along with the car with matching accents on the rear fins of the visible carbonfiber rear diffuser: elite performance and design purity in perfect harmony. The roof is also offered in visible carbon fiber on the Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae roadster. Silver Dianthus 20” and 21” forged alloys come as standard together with further 20” and 21” options in Dianthus, Leiron and Nireo in bronze, black and titanium, fitted with Pirelli PZero Corsa tires. The matte Grigio Acheso and Grigio Teca exterior colors’ elegant yet sporty two-tone is echoed in the interior: black leather and Alcantara base materials feature stitching and trim in a gray complementary to the exterior, with Y seat inserts in black Alcantara. The LP 780-4’s comfort seat is taken from the Aventador S, with the Ultimae name embroidered into the seat bolster, while the A-pillar driver dashboard area carries the 001 of 350/250 reference to the limited edition. The Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae roadster is launched in Blu Tawaret and Blu Nethuns with high-gloss black carbon-fiber roof panels. The next generation of Lamborghini’s V12 engine will offer a naturally aspirated engine with an augmented electric hybrid system. This extraordinary combination will be the best of both worlds.

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The BMW X5 Black Vermilion edition features a high level of comfort and luxury, supreme performance and pronounced dynamic handling capabilities. BY NIKITA VIVEK PAWAR

PHOTO COURTESY OF BMW

THE EXCLUSIVE BMW X5 BLACK VERMILION EDITION

xDrive40i combines the already high level of performance, comfort and luxury found in every Spartanburg, South Carolina-built X5 sports activity vehicle with an unmistakably striking and aggressive exterior design, as well as editionexclusive equipment and details. The central focus is the exclusive interplay between black and red. The high-gloss black kidney grille with red vertical bars creates a stark contrast to the BMW Individual Frozen Black Metallic paint finish. Darkened Individual Shadowline Headlights with the signature blue X design of the BMW Laserlights complete the distinctive look of the front end. On the exterior, the M Sport Package emphasizes the dynamic character of the BMW X5 Black Vermilion edition. It comprises specific front and rear aprons. as well as the M high-gloss Shadow Line with extended options. Behind the Orbit Grey matte, 22-inch, double-spoke 742 M light-alloy wheels with mixed tires designed exclusively for this edition,

red high-gloss M Sport brake callipers stand out as a striking visual highlight. The interior features the M Alcantara Anthracite roof liner that provides for an exceptionally sophisticated ambience. The glass application Crafted Clarity on the iDrive Controller, the automatic gear selector and start/stop button, and the BMW Individual precious wood interior trim Fineline Black with aluminum inlays provide additional elegant accents. The BMW Individual full leather trim in Merino Black is additionally enhanced by edition-specific red contrast stitching for the seats. Sun-protective glass with more deeply tinted rear windows beyond the B-pillar enhances passenger privacy while blending harmoniously with the sporty and dynamic exterior design. The 2022 BMW X5 Black Vermilion Edition is available to order now, starting at $83,295, which is $20,600 more than the xDrive40i model on which it’s based and only $500 cheaper than the 523-hp twin-turbo V-8–powered X5 M50i model.

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Electrified Bentley The ultimate in four-door luxury grand touring was revealed at Monterey Car Week in California. BY NIKITA VIVEK PAWAR

luxury grand touring: the first electrified Bentley. Named Flying Spur Mulliner, the new GT can enjoy a technically advanced V6 hybrid powertrain, the emotional V8 or endless waves of torque from the W12. Revealed at California’s prestigious Monterey Car Week, the elegantly appointed sedan sits at the pinnacle of the Flying Spur family, combining the very finest in modern craftsmanship and breathtaking luxury. The most luxurious Flying Spur to date has been created and developed by Bentley Mulliner and designed, engineered and handcrafted in Great Britain. Taking its place as the flagship of the Bentley range, it will appeal to customers who desire an even greater focus on elegant details. Beautifully appointed detailing includes exclusive 22-inch wheels in a gray painted and polished finish with self-levelling wheel caps that remain upright as the wheels rotate, a “double diamond” front grille and chrome front lower grille that are matched by bespoke Mulliner-branded wing vents, and Satin Silver painted mirror caps. The iconic Bentley Flying B is electronically deployed and illuminated, along with jewel caps for fuel and oil. An example of one of the curated interiors — Ascot — is a combination of Imperial Blue leather on the instrument panel, door trim and headlining and a light tan leather called Camel emphasizing the style of the seats. White micropiping, embroidery and accent lines add a third color. Other options, such as Flare and Sirius, add bolder combinations, including Hotspur and Beluga or Linen and Brunel, both with a silver accent. The Mulliner Driving Specification is fitted as standard, bringing the “diamond-in-diamond” quilting to the seats and threedimensional leather to the doors. The interior quilting involves an embroidery process that took 18 months to develop. Each diamond contains precisely 712 38 HAUTE LIVING hauteauto.com

individual stitches — each one aligned to the exact center of the diamond it creates The classic Bentley theme continues in the LED driver’s instrument panel, with stylish new and exclusive Mulliner graphics. The now-famous Bentley Rotating Display, sports pedals, heated duo-tone 3-spoke steering wheel and panoramic sunroof add to the luxurious ambience. Unique electrically operated picnic tables are mounted to the rear of the front seats and can be deployed with a single button press. The veneered tables feature a unique overlay with lower and self level to reveal a leather-trimmed surface with a recess for a pen or stylus. Flying Spur Mulliner customers receive leather-bound keys in a handcrafted presentation box that matches the three-color cabin of their car. The two keys themselves are provided in similarly color-matched cases with contrast stitching. The Flying Spur Mulliner is available with Bentley’s V8 and W12 powertrains and the new V6 hybrid. When equipped with Bentley’s 6.0-liter, twinturbocharged W12, the car accelerates from 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds and can reach a top speed of 207 mph (333 km/h). The new generation 4.0-liter, twinturbocharged V8 delivers a top speed of 198 mph (318 km/h) and 0-60 mph in 4.0 seconds. The new V6 hybrid accelerates from 0-60 mph in 4.1 seconds (0-100 km/h in 4.3 seconds), with a top speed of 177 mph (285 km/h).

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+Tailored Luxury The New Range Rover SVAutobiography Ultimate editions from SV Bespoke are the pinnacle of the Land Rover family. BY NIKITA VIVEK PAWAR

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EARLIER THIS YEAR, LAND ROVER SPECIAL VEHICLE OPERATIONS

launched a pair of exclusive new Range Rover special editions created by its SV Bespoke personalization team. The Range Rover SVAutobiography Ultimate editions represent the pinnacle of Land Rover’s luxury SUV family, elevating SVAutobiography and SVAutobiography Dynamic models even higher with a suite of complementary hand-finished SV Bespoke features. Curated by the SV Bespoke commissioning experts at the Special Vehicle Operations Technical Center in the U.K., the Ultimate editions showcase the full range of personalization options applied to the timeless Range Rover design. “Range Rover has defined the luxury SUV segment for more than half a century, with our SVAutobiography models offering customers a world-class travel experience — whether driving or being driven,” said Mark Turner, commercial director of Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations. “These new Ultimate editions elevate that refinement and sophistication even further.” The Ultimate edition has satin-finished Orchard Green paintwork complemented by a Narvik Black roof and copper detailing. The attention to detail extends to the Gloss Black knurled infill and copper-edged metal Range Rover badging on the bonnet and tailgate. This also includes a copper-plated and black enamel SV roundel on the B-pillar, SV roundels embroidered on all four headrests, and illuminated Ultimate-edition treadplates. The finishing touch is a “SV Bespoke Ultimate edition” commissioning plaque on the center console, complete with copper-finished SV roundel.

The 22-inch alloy wheels feature a five-split-spoke design finished in Gloss Dark Grey with contrast Diamond Turned finish, while side vent, bonnet finisher, grille and front bumper accents are all finished in Graphite Atlas. Inside, a knurled finish for the rotary shift controller, starter button and pedals plus anodized red paddle shifters underline the performance focus of the SVAutobiography Dynamic. Priced at $250,000, each car will be hand-built by Land Rover’s SV Bespoke team at Special Vehicle Operations in England. The recommended Ultimate edition specification features Vintage Tan leather interior trim and Copper Weave Carbon Fiber finishers. Customers can also opt for leather upholstery from the Italian artisans at Poltrona Frau for a truly cosseting experience. The flagship model is available with a choice of powertrains, including the 565PS Supercharged V8 petrol and highly efficient P400e plug-in hybrid, capable of up to 40km (25 miles) all-electric driving. Land Rover ’s advanced Dynamic Response active roll control system also enhances composure. At the same time, the ride height is lowered by 8mm — delivering more engaging driving dynamics and a more purposeful stance. The Ultimate edition can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in around 5.4 seconds, with a top speed of 155 mph. Originally launched at the Paris Motor Show in 2012, this Range Rover variant is still a raging success. @hauteauto HAUTE LIVING 39

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to Fall in Love Made entirely of carbon fiber, Ferretti Yachts’ 1000 is the largest vessel ever built by the Italian shipyard and features a versatile, majestic design. BY NIKITA VIVEK PAWAR

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CREATING A NEW FLAGSHIP IS AN AWE-INSPIRING PROJECT,

made of talent and technology, the ability to innovate and craftsmanship. Ferretti Yachts has launched its most ambitious yacht yet — the Ferretti Yachts 1000. At its heart is the idea of unparalleled comfort and well-being in both outdoor and indoor areas, where quintessential “Made in Italy” taste prevails. The Ferretti Yachts 1000 is the result of collaboration between the Italian shipyard’s Product Strategy Committee, led by Piero Ferrari; the Ferretti Group Engineering Department; architect Filippo Salvetti, for the exteriors; and Ideaeitalia, for the interior concept. Versatile and suited to all markets, Ferretti Yachts 1000 reshapes space and changes the whole approach to adapt to the owner’s various needs. The first Ferretti Yachts 1000 features classic styling, with a mood defined by soft, balanced colors and subtle contrasts. The other option is contemporary styling with fresh tones and bolder colors. The suavely understated design, featuring clean lines and sophisticated materials, conveys a sense of refined luxury. The exterior styling reprises the design philosophy introduced with the latest models: sporty lines dominate a profile featuring new glass side panels aft and amidship. For the first time in the brand’s history, Ferretti Yachts 1000 uses carbon fiber extensively on various parts of the superstructure and hardtop. Adding to the contours of the rear door, on the walkways and the stairway up to the flybridge, and encasing the external helm station is teak wood — ensuring longevity and durability. Ferretti Yachts 1000 redefines the stern concept with 40 square meters of livable space, on a par with a superyacht. It features a beach club in the true sense of the term, where direct access to the swim platform from the cockpit creates an outdoor wellness area in contact with the water: an open space for adventure and fun. A revolutionary concept makes it easy to leave the water when the swim platform is submerged by opening up three steps on either side of the platform as it is lowered, continuing the stairway down from the cockpit. This design, developed entirely by the Engineering Department, is a Ferretti Group patent. The new yacht offers an innovative take on the distribution of onboard flows: two staircases provide access to the 55-square-meter flybridge and from there to the bow area, ensuring its total privacy. The cockpit also includes access to the side walkways on the main deck leading to the

salon and from there to the raised helm station and flybridge, making it easier for the owner, guests and crew to move around the yacht. The flybridge helm station has two electrically adjustable Poltrona Frau pilot seats and two copilot seats on the opposite side. The space separating the salon from the night area on the lower deck is personalized with a curved smoked glass panel and a ribbed partition with an electric opening mechanism. When open, the partition reveals a bar counter and connects the dining area with the galley. The interior design is elegant and modern while respecting the boatbuilding tradition imprinted in Ferretti Yachts’ DNA. The versatility of the interiors translates into a layout that leaves the owner ample choice to design their own onboard experience. Large full-height windows accentuate the feeling of contact with the water and let natural light flood in. At the same time, the freestanding furniture conveys a sense of lightness, and the contours of the geometrical detailing have a unique style. Walnut wood is used throughout in various ways: flamecolored and bold for the furniture, striped and softer for the walls, and ribbed for unique accents. The Ferretti Yachts 1000 can host up to ten guests, with the lower deck housing four twin double cabins with ensuite bathrooms. The two forward cabins can have either two double beds or four single beds. The crew quarters are located in the bow and consist of a dinette with an extending table, and around it a spacious captain’s cabin with its bathroom and two double cabins, plus an additional bathroom, for five crew members. With an entrance from the bow, the owner’s suite welcomes you with custom-made furnishings. A day toilet precedes the suite and is entered through a door fitted with a functional retractable handle. The garage can accommodate a Williams Dieseljet 445 tender, a three-seater jet ski, and even two Seabobs and may also be reached through an independent entrance on the starboard side. The first Ferretti Yachts 1000 unit is equipped with twin 2638 mhp MTU 16V 2000 M96L engines, driving the yacht to a top speed of 28 knots and a cruising speed of 24 knots (preliminary data). The standard version mounts a pair of 2217 mhp MTU 16V 2000 M86 engines, with a top speed of 24 knots and a cruising speed of 20 knots (preliminary data). The new flagship can also be fitted on request with gyroscopic stabilization combined with stabilizer fins to ensure maximum comfort and silent running both at anchor in the roadstead and cruising.

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Superyacht With a nod to the past, the Benetti Motopanfilo 37M is inspired by the company’s iconic navettes of the 1960s. BY NIKITA VIVEK PAWAR

The 36.8m (120’9”) yacht is named after the leisure yachts owned by the likes of Prince Rainier and David Bowie in their day; the desirability factor is synonymous with the stylish luxury they convey. The first unit of the Motopafilo 37M was introduced in a ceremony held in Viareggio. The fiberglass and composite yacht was designed by Francesco Struglia in collaboration with Benetti Yachts. The lines of this yacht give a retro nod to Benetti’s original features, while her imaginative interior displays fresh creativity from Lazzarini Pickering Architetti. The superyacht incorporates high windows to let in abundant sunlight while creating numerous places to relax and rejuvenate. Ensuring a degree of elegant nostalgia, the main focus is to emphasize the superb interior volume and flexible spaces. The highlight of the exteriors is the smooth 1960s clamshell silhouette of the excellent beach club area, which employs modern tech for access with an integrated stern swim platform/terrace. The wooden bulkheads are replaced by glass, and the unique staterooms hug the curves of the hull, clearly defined by the overall shape with no straight walls. The Benetti 37M features a modern-style saloon and the owner’s suite on the main deck, while four comfortable guest cabins and three cabins for six crew members are located on the lower deck. Connecting the lobby and 42 HAUTE LIVING hauteauto.com

the central mast, a spiral staircase rises through two decks, accompanying guests to the sky lounge on the upper deck. The aft part of the upper deck is specially designed for convivial moments in the open air, with areas for relaxation, conversation and sunbathing. The captain’s cabin is adjacent to the wheelhouse, and on the exterior toward the bow, guests are welcomed by a hot tub and sunbeds. The displacement hull is designed by P.L.A.N.A. (Pierluigi Ausonio Naval Architecture) and ensures smooth navigation and maximum comfort. The yacht is powered by a pair of M.A.N. V12s of 1029 kW (upgradable to 1213 kW) each, which guarantee a maximum speed of 16 or 18 knots depending on the engines chosen, with a range of 3,800 nautical miles at the 10-knot cruising speed. Ocean Independence has announced the sale of hull No. 2. Ocean Independence sales broker Lukas Stratmann represented the buyer, with delivery anticipated for May 2022. Stratmann commented, “For me, the Benetti Motopanfilo 37M is the perfection of simplicity, bringing iconic elements of a classic ’60s heritage combined with decidedly 21st-century thinking.”

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The Gigayacht Galleon impresses at a staggering 160 meters in length and boasts eight decks, pools and a basketball court. BY NIKITA VIVEK PAWAR

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designer Steve Kozloff’s Galleon takes gigayachts to a new level. Since the Covid-19 pandemic, the American designer has outdone himself with his Goliath series. His latest superyacht is an expansive 160-meter gigayacht with eight decks and 20 private residences, which could also be turned in one piece by a singular owner. At first glance, Galleon reinterprets the 16th-century Spanish cargo carrier; however, this iteration features a multideck facade and four towering masts, not too dissimilar to the original galleon boats. Inspired by the sailing boats of the Spanish Armada, Galleon offers the best of the luxury and experiences one would wish for on land. Most sailing yachts are equipped with staterooms and elements for dining, entertaining and leisure; Galleon goes full out with over 350 facilities, including full-size courts for basketball, tennis and handball, a floating park, and much more. It is equipped with four full-beam garages built for six luxury speedboat tenders, four U-Boat Worx NEMO submarines, six rib tenders, port and starboard, 21 personal watercraft and more. The gigayacht also features a sports center with six courts, a café, a pub and a restaurant, while the upper aft deck has a lounging area, an expansive luxury bar, and a 74’ x 32’ pool. One level below the bridge deck is a 44.5’ x 35’ indoor pool. Both pools include the Kozloff invention of an automated hardcover that becomes a gazebo when the pools are in use. When not in use, the hardcovers seal the pool, so there is no need to drain in rough conditions. The yacht also features a 4,500-sq-ft (450m2) fully enclosed hangar that can hold ten helicopters and an aircraft maintenance facility. On the upper forward decks are two lazy river pools connected by a waterslide. Described by Kozloff as a “sailing cruise ship,” the eight-decker yacht can host up to 200 guests with a crew of 150. As for power, Kozloff envisions Galleon with five diesel-electric engines that would together deliver 10,000 hp. The gigayacht would also be equipped with four DynaRigs that give a total sail area of 105,220 square feet and supplement propulsion with wind power. With a top speed of 19 knots, Galleon could cover 10,000 nautical miles while travelling at the cruising speed of 10 knots. Kozloff also adds that Galleon could be hybrid or electric.

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Azimut Yachts enters the world of tripledeckers with the Grande Trideck. BY NIKITA VIVEK PAWAR

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entry into the triple-deck sector and stands true to her name: Grande Trideck. The Grande Trideck is 38.2 meters long and 7.9 meters wide, the largest boat ever built by the shipyard, but it’s also the new symbol of the brand’s innovative DNA. The Trideck was born from Azimut Yachts’ close collaboration with Alberto Mancini, who penned the exterior design, and Pierluigi Ausonio, who worked with the Azimut Benetti Research and Development Department on the naval architecture. The Trideck welcomes her guests through a central royal staircase, reaching the quay from the half-raised sea view terrace. Guaranteeing abundant light and dynamic external lines, Mancini inserted a mezzanine staggered deck at the stern, the sea view terrace, and other broad spaces across the Trideck. This is the principle of + One, a new design concept and a testament to Azimut Yachts’ innovative capacity; the feature offers the owner four cascading terraces onto the sea, unique in function, size and flexibility. The clean lines dominate everything, from the large windows that create a continuous, uninterrupted surface up to the stern to the sloping windshield that ends with a vertical bare-headed windbreak on the sun deck. The sea view terrace is an open stage, a new cantilevered area that precedes the traditional cockpit. Raised above the water’s surface and conceived as a living room overlooking the water, the floating platform keeps in touch with the sun and the sea at once. The sea view terrace also has another advantage; it gives height to the underlying beach area, to be used in all its width as there is a separate garage for tenders and toys. It’s a true beach on the sea with two meters of headroom and cut-outs in the sidewalls. During stops at anchor, the hinged transom opens to increase the available surface to more than 30 square meters. The beach area is equipped to connect guests directly with the sea, fully customizable in furnishing and served by a day head and wet bar. In addition to the sea view terrace and beach area, Mancini’s project includes a more secluded outdoor area. On the main deck, a few steps below the sea view

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terrace, the cockpit becomes a private patio, a protected and reserved living area perfect for eating or lounging while moored stern-to. It is a hybrid area, located outdoors yet indoors, a natural extension of the main salon into plein air and blurring the threshold for an even smoother transition. As with the other models in the Grande Collection, Azimut Yachts relied on Italian interior designer Achille Salvagni to design the interior spaces and furnishings. The designer extensively breaks stereotypes for each area. The goal is to transform the yacht into a place where the owner can live without constraints, in a more liquid and accommodating space. To this end, the interiors have been dilated and integrated with the external areas to become extensions of one another, a harmonious continuum. Access to the lounge from the private patio is smooth and effortless. Entering, one finds an airy, bright environment thanks to the floor-to-ceiling windows, with soft colors for the fabrics and the walls livened by glossy mahogany inserts that accentuate their elegance with contrast. The heart of the space features large enveloping sofas with soft and seductive lines, armchairs with a unique design, and coffee tables made in a full-mould metal bath. Noteworthy are the circular elements embedded in the ceiling, a decoration that recalls lunar craters and makes the white lacquered ceilings, already characterized by asymmetrical cuts, even more particular. The Grande Trideck can host up to 12 guests in four ensuite guest cabins: two VIPs aft and two guest cabins forward situated on the lower deck. The owner’s VIP cabin is located on the upper deck, with breathtaking views of the sea. The Azimut Trideck offers innovative design solutions, starting from the tonnage, which remains below 300 GT despite the generous interior volume. The most significant element from a technological point of view is the debut of the new second-generation D2P® Displacement to Planing hull, which significantly reduces consumption, together with the extensive use of carbon fiber. The Trideck offers comparable and sometimes lower consumption figures than her smaller sister, the Grande 35 Metri, which was already best in class. The displacement hull manages to be 15 percent more efficient at a cruising speed and increases fuel efficiency by over 40 percent. Cruising comfort is improved by a highly integrated software called Argo, designed and supplied by CMC Marine, to automatically harmonize the movement of the electronic stabilizing fins with the autopilot, avoiding waste and ensuring smooth sailing. Grande Trideck has a dual-motor option — a pair of MTUs of 2400 or 2600 hp each. The first model under test, with an engine of 2600 hp, recorded a maximum speed of 24 knots, a range of 700 miles at 19 knots and, at a cruising speed of 12 knots, an autonomy of over 1700 miles. With a lithium battery pack of about 130 kWh, the Trideck can operate the principal onboard utilities with the generators switched off for up to four hours during the day and eight hours at night. For even more freedom, owners can add hotel mode, enabling them to relax anchored in a bay with zero emissions and in total silence.

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After 12 months of construction, the Tommaso Spadolini’s Explorer 495 is set to make its long-awaited debut. BY NIKITA VIVEK PAWAR

PHOTOS COURTESY OF TOMMASO SPADOLINI

GREAT CRUISING RANGE, COMFORT ON BOARD AND SOCIAL LAYOUT

are the three concepts that guided Tommaso Spadolini in designing the new Explorer 49.5. The project, started a year ago and commissioned by an Italian owner, is now in the final stages before construction. “The owner’s demands were clear from the very beginning,” Spadolini says. “First of all, to have large spaces, with as few differences in level as possible, and to have them covered and protected from the wind so the yacht could be enjoyed not just in the summer but midseason as well. Then they asked for a lift connecting all the bridges, and, finally, for a flying bridge that wasn’t a classic flying bridge!” Spadolini designed a flybridge accessible by a lift, a staircase for guests and a service staircase for the crew. In addition to the protection provided by the hardtop, it is possible to fit a sail-inspired sprayhood, which protects the flybridge on three sides when at anchor in a roadstead. The structure wasn’t designed just as an area to relax in, with the classic structural sundeck, but as a meeting place for the owner and his family around the central galley unit, the large worktops and the table for 12. One of the distinguishing features in the exterior is the absence of fixed sunbathing areas, also a specific request from the owner. Some umbrellas and sunbeds can be removed as required. A perfect example of this is the “furnishable” helipad area, which makes full use of the space provided by the hull design at the bow, which widens in its upper section to comply with the touch-and-go parameters. These accessories also furnish the large flush deck cockpit that conceals a swimming pool. When closed, it remains perfectly integrated into the flooring; a hydraulic system raises it by 70 centimeters, and it can be filled with seawater and enjoyed while sailing. Moving toward the stern, the transformer in the center of the large swim platform allows people to get on or off the dinghy comfortably. “We also designed a second service tender, because one of the owner’s requests was that the side-opening aft garage should be able to accommodate a tender of at least six meters, in aluminium, with a bow that can be opened to bring ashore the motocross bikes and the quad that will be on board,” says Spadolini. “A rescue boat will be positioned at the bow.”

From the cockpit on the main deck, it’s just a step down to a proper lounge area sheltered by the superstructure of the upper deck. Sliding glass doors, when open, can be integrated with the interior living room with sofas and a dining area, eliminating any separation between inside and outside and creating a single large living area. The full-beam master suite on the main deck has a study, walk-in wardrobe and double bathroom with a central shower. There are two twin cabins with twin beds and ensuite bathrooms in the central section of the lower deck, which can also be reached by lift. The captain’s cabin is aft of the wheelhouse on the upper deck. The crew area occupies the forward section of the lower deck with an enormous mess area, professional galley and four cabins, all with bathrooms and laundry facilities. The 1.5-meter-high technical spaces of the lower deck house the cold rooms. The Explorer 49.5 will be built with a steel hull and an aluminium superstructure, and Spadolini has managed to keep it under 500 GT: a vital feature for a 49.5-meter yacht, and also a request from the owner. “We are currently finalizing the full technical specification: the Explorer 49.5 will have a guaranteed transatlantic range with a speed of ten knots using CAT engines. Everything has been designed to safely cope with extreme navigations, such as those in the Arctic Sea,” Spadolini says. With the project now almost complete, it’s time to choose the shipyard that will construct it. “We are considering several possibilities,” Spadolini confides. “For now, all we can say is that it will definitely be built in Italy.” @hauteauto HAUTE LIVING 45

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Haute Beauty experts provide tips to minimize bruising from injectables.

some time. They’re convenient, offer almost instant results and are considered a low-risk treatment. We sat down with Haute Beauty experts to discuss what to avoid before getting injectables, as well as tips and tricks to prevent bruising and swelling.

DR. JEFFREY LEE | BREAST AUGMENTATION | BOSTON

The most common recommendation is to avoid aspirin and ibuprofen. Also, ask about certain supplements and/or vitamins you are taking, as some can also increase your chance of bruising. When you show up to your appointment, take off any makeup, as you want your injector to see your face as is. Remember your injector is there to help you feel better about your face, so don’t try to hide anything from him or her! When it comes to decreasing your risk of bruising or swelling, I tell my patients to ice that day if possible and to avoid strenuous activity or anything that gets their heart rate up for the rest of the day. If you’re getting your lips done, I generally recommend sleeping with your head up a little bit on an extra pillow or two.

DR. JASON BLOOM | FACE | PHILADELPHIA AREA

To prevent bruising and swelling from injectable treatments, we usually have patients avoid any NSAIDs, aspirin, herbals or medications that can thin the blood for about a week before treatment. Additionally, avoiding alcohol for about 24 hours before and after treatment can help to prevent bruising. Alcohol can have a vasodilatory effect, and abstaining for a day before injections can help. Also, arnica montana pills or sublingual tablets can be taken for four or five days before and after treatment to prevent bruising and swelling. I am also working with MEND Nutrition to create a cosmetic supplement that can be taken around injectable treatments to help reduce the risk of swelling and bruising. While I give it to all of my facelift patients, we are investigating the role of a shorter course for injectables. I think equally as important as some of the things you can do beforehand 48 HAUTE LIVING hauteliving.com/hautebeauty

are the things that can be done immediately after and in the days surrounding treatment. The application of ice packs to the injected areas for a day or so after really reduces swelling and bruising, and I recommend it for every patient. The cold helps to vasoconstrict the blood vessels and reduce bruising. I also tell patients to avoid strenuous exercise for about 24 hours after treatment, because the increased heart rate and blood flow aren’t great for bruising. Taking an antihistamine the night after injectables can also help to reduce swelling, and I usually recommend that to patients who’ve had injections in areas more sensitive to swelling, like tear troughs and lips. Finally, if patients do get bruises or swelling, which is sometimes inevitable, I love the arnica hydrogel pads that can adhere to the skin called OcuMend by Cearna. These cooling gel pads have high levels of arnica and another homeopathic medication called Ledum, which helps to decrease inflammation and bruising.

DR. KIRAN GILL | BODY | NAPLES, FLORIDA

Swelling, bruising and redness are all possible side effects of dermal filler and neurotoxin injections, but several simple tips can help minimize the risk. First, in the weeks before treatment, avoid using medications or supplements with blood-thinning effects, including aspirin or any aspirin-containing product, vitamin E, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, ginger or fish oil. Your doctor can and should advise you individually. On the day of treatment, a cold compress can be used before and after injection to constrict blood vessels, which helps to minimize swelling and bruising. A good injector can also prevent bruising by noting bleeds and applying pressure at the time of injection. And because no one can ever guarantee completely avoiding a bruise, it’s always a good idea to schedule injectable treatments at least two to seven days before social or other events. Hands down, the best way to avoid bruising and swelling? An experienced plastic surgeon! Nothing substitutes for a well-versed hand, an accurate eye and a gentle touch.

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DR. DAISY AYIM | BODY | HOUSTON

Injectables are popular nonsurgical cosmetic procedures, and we have general rules to consider before injection. We recommend our clients avoid waxing, tweezing, bleaching or use of hair removal products at least two days prior to treatment. Also avoid taking aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as Motrin or Advil, or supplements such as green tea or vitamin E one week in advance of injection. Stay away from alcohol or wine for 24 hours prior to and after the procedure. Our practice has the following tips to help prevent bruising and swelling. Stay away from any procedure that causes any skin trauma before injections, since that easily increases your post-injection bruising and swelling risk. We recommend avoiding vigorous exercise for two days after treatment. Take arnica or bromelain before and after treatment to avoid bruising. Apply an ice pack to the treatment area after the procedure. Last, numbing cream makes you comfortable and helps you avoid bruising.

REANA MYERS, CAREAGA PLASTIC SURGERY | BODY | MIAMI/FORT LAUDERDALE

There are a few things to avoid before getting injectables, such as bloodthinning medication like aspirin, Aleve, Advil, Motrin and ibuprofen. Other supplements to avoid are vitamin E. You should also avoid alcohol at least 24 hours prior to the procedure in order to avoid bruising. After your injectables, avoiding alcohol and exercise for the next 24 hours will significantly lower your chances of bruising and swelling. Arnica or bromelain helps alleviate and decrease the duration of the bruising.

DR P. DANIEL WARD | FACE | SALT LAKE CITY

One of the most common reasons that people experience post-treatment bruising is because many medications and herbal supplements can affect platelet function. Perhaps the most common medication that affects the ability of our platelets to seal off any bleeding is ibuprofen. Ibuprofen, the active ingredient in Advil, Motrin and other anti-inflammatory pain medications, is an example of an NSAID or a non-steroid anti-inflammatory drug. Other examples include Naproxen or Naprosyn, Aspirin and Toradol. The thing that can be helpful to decrease bruising is to simply hold pressure on the area immediately after the injection. Sometimes, with filler treatments, this may not be possible, because we do not want to displace the location of the filler. However, doing so to the extent that you can will be very beneficial. Similarly, ice can be helpful, because it can help decrease the caliber of the surrounding vessels’ inflammatory response, which will help minimize bleeding and bruising.

DR. TATIANA BATISTA, CHICAGO BREAST & BODY AESTHETICS | ANTI-AGING | CHICAGO

Avoid anti-inflammatory/blood-thinning medications, if possible, for a period of one or two weeks before treatment. Medications and supplements such as aspirin, vitamin E, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, St. John’s wort, omega 3/fish oil supplements, ibuprofen, Motrin, Advil, Aleve and other NSAIDs have a blood-thinning effect and can increase the risk of bruising and swelling after injections. Schedule your facial filler appointment at least two weeks prior to a special event such as a wedding or a vacation. Bruising and swelling may be apparent in that time period. Also, avoid dental procedures, including cleaning, for two weeks pre-treatment. Discontinue Retin-A two days before and two days after treatment. If you have previously suffered from facial cold sores, there is a risk that the needle punctures could contribute to another eruption. Please let us know, as you may be prescribed antiviral medication prior to treatment. Reschedule your appointment at least 24 hours in advance if you don’t feel well or have a rash, cold sore or blemish in the area.

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DR. JHONNY SALOMON | FACE & NOSE | MIAMI/FORT LAUDERDALE

A great way to refresh your face is with cosmetic treatments such as injectables. By taking preventative measures before and after, you can avoid any unnecessary bruising. You should discontinue the use of any over-the-counter pain relievers at least a week before and after you get dermal fillers. Blood-thinning drugs like ibuprofen (Advil and Motrin), aspirin and Aleve can increase the chances of bleeding and bruising during and after the injection. You should avoid having any beauty treatments on your face, such as facials or massage, for a few days after your treatment, and stay away from intense heat like sunbathing and saunas until any swelling or redness has resolved. To prepare for your treatment and minimize any bruising and swelling, you can begin applying arnica cream on the areas that are treated. Arnica is a natural product that helps reduce bruising and swelling. Applying ice for the first 24 hours can help as well. Look for a doctor who is qualified and has the experience to perform the injectables. You want to find someone that has perfected this type of procedure and knows where and how to inject these products in order to provide you with the best possible result.

DR. TERRY E. RESTIVO | FACE | HAWAII

To minimize bruising and swelling I recommend no alcohol, ibuprofen, aspirin, vitamin E or fish oil 10 days prior to treatment. I also recommend starting oral arnica montana at the same time. After the procedure, topical and oral arnica montana will really speed up the healing process.

DR. VIRAJ J. MEHTA | EYELID SURGERY, OCULOPLASTIC | DMV

The beauty of injectables is that there really are no significant limitations. For the most part, you can continue your typical routine and still get great results in the hands of well-trained physicians and surgeons. But to reduce the risk of bruising or swelling, and to optimize your final outcomes, here are some tips: 1. Avoid blood thinners for a week before the injections. Blood thinners can include over-the-counter medications, like aspirin, Aleve and ibuprofen, or supplements, like vitamin E, ginseng and ginkgo. If you need blood thinners for medical conditions, don’t worry about it! Speak with your physician injector, as it’s usually not an issue. 2. Avoid topical anti-aging products for a couple of days before the injections. This includes products that contain retinoic acid, glycolic acid or salicylic acid, as these products may worsen skin irritation. I usually suggest that patients can resume these products 48 hours after any injectable. 3. Avoid waxing, bleaching and facials for a couple of days before the injections, again to help reduce any risk of significant irritation. 4. Keep yourself well hydrated! This will help improve your skin’s tone, texture and quality in general, but it also can help with the healing process after injections. 5. Consider taking arnica supplements before and after injections. If you are prone to bruising, this homeopathic supplement may help reduce your risk. 6. Let your physician or surgeon know if you have any other medical conditions, but injectables are typically safe and effective for most patients! hauteliving.com/hautebeauty HAUTE LIVING

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QWO TREATMENT Haute Beauty expert Dr. Michele S. Green provides insight on this game-changing cellulite treatment.

board-certified cosmetic dermatologist, a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, and has been an international leader in cosmetic dermatology for over 25 years. A graduate of Yale and the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City, where she was chief resident in dermatology, Dr. Green treats some of the most discerning, demanding women and men in the world, with issues ranging from premature skin aging to hyperpigmentation, rosacea, acne, skin laxity, hair loss and sun damage. Cellulite, which affects 90 percent of all women, presents itself as a dimpling of the skin, usually on the upper thighs, abdomen and buttocks. It can occur in patients of any background, size or age. The formation of cellulite (accumulation of fat) occurs when the septae, also known as the fibrous bands (the connective tissue that connects the muscles to the skin), cause fat to protrude, resulting in the dimpling of the skin. The appearance of cellulite can vary depending on the thickness and elasticity of a person’s skin. Ultimately, the amount of cellulite an individual has is based on their body fat percentage and genetics. The one question that everyone asks Dr. Green is, what is the best treatment for it? Until recently, there were very few treatments that could remove cellulite, but recent innovations have helped improve the appearance of cellulite permanently. The hottest buttock and thigh cellulite treatment to date is QWO, known as the game-changer of cellulite reduction. 50 HAUTE LIVING hauteliving.com/hautebeauty

HB: What is the procedure? MG: When you decide that QWO is the procedure for you, you will start with a consultation to discuss your goals. For the best results, the treatment is performed three times, spaced 21 days apart. There is no downtime needed after the treatment, which means you can go back to your regularly scheduled activities right away. You may experience some minimal side effects, like slight swelling or bruising around the injection site. Unlike many other treatments for cellulite, which tend to last for a year at most, QWO treatment is permanent. You should start to see the lasting effects of cellulite reduction within the first 10 weeks after you begin treatment. Once you complete the three sessions, you can officially say goodbye to cellulite in the buttocks and thighs. HB: Is QWO treatment the only option to remove cellulite? MG: While QWO is the first injectable treatment, there are other noninvasive treatments, such as Thermage and Velashape. When you combine your QWO injections with other cutting-edge procedures for body contouring, it will enhance the effects of QWO. Thermage FLX is a noninvasive radiofrequency therapy that can smooth, tighten and contour skin for an overall refreshed appearance in just one session. Unlike QWO, Thermage can address skin concerns such as wrinkles and loose skin on the face, around the eyes and on the body. The Thermage laser utilizes radiofrequency technology to heat the deeper collagen-rich layers of the skin. Collagen is a protein in your body that keeps your skin firm and tight. As we age, the body naturally starts to break down the collagen in the skin, resulting in fine lines and wrinkles. The applied heat from the treatment stimulates new collagen production, helping to create a smoother, tighter, firmer appearance. QWO injections can also be combined with Velashape treatment for an overall cosmetic improvement in your thighs. Velashape is a bodycontouring procedure that utilizes two technologies: infrared light (IR) and bipolar radiofrequency energy (RF). This energy is paired with vacuum suction and a deep-tissue massage.

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Haute Beauty: How does QWO work to remove cellulite? Michele S. Green: In July 2020, the Food and Drug Administration approved the first-ever injectable to treat cellulite on women’s buttocks: QWO. QWO, sometimes referred to as collagenase clostridium histolyticum-aaes, works in several ways to combat cellulite at its source. It can also be used to treat cellulite on the thighs with stunning effectiveness. The QWO injectable fluid contains AUX-I and AUX-II enzymes, which occur naturally in the body. These are collagenase enzymes, which target the type 1 and type 3 collagen found in the fibrous bands. When QWO is injected into treatment areas, the fibrous bands release the tension of the skin. As a result, the fat cells accumulated near the surface of the skin are redistributed, giving us our goal skin.

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During this treatment, the fat cells and the connective tissue in the targeted area are deeply heated. By heating the underlying dermal collagen fibers and surrounding connective tissue, new collagen and elastin production is induced, resulting in the ideal skin texture. Additionally, the deep-tissue massage during the procedure helps improve lymphatic drainage, further improving the appearance of the cellulite dimples. Pairing QWO treatments with VelaShape is one of the top strategies Dr. Green uses to improve the look of cellulite. She recommends five or more treatment sessions of Velashape with three injections of QWO to receive the best cosmetic results. The Velashape procedure does not require any recovery time. If you’re frustrated with the appearance of your cellulite, there are nonsurgical solutions that can help. Dr. Michele Green is an expert in cosmetic dermatology in New York. For over two decades, she has been practicing the best noninvasive body contouring and cosmetic laser treatments in NYC. Consistently voted as Castle Connoly’s Best Dermatologist and one of New York magazine’s Best Doctors, Dr. Green will provide the best tailor-made cosmetic treatments. Please contact us online at michelegreenme.com or call 212-535-3088 to learn more about whether cellulite treatment options such as Thermage®, Velashape or QWO may be for you. hauteliving.com/hautebeauty HAUTE LIVING

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TO CELEBRATE THE 100TH YEAR OF CHANEL’S FAMED N°5 PERFUME, PATRICE LEGUÉREAU, DIRECTOR OF THE CHANEL FINE JEWELRY CREATION STUDIO, DESIGNED THE FIRST-EVER HIGH JEWELRY COLLECTION DEDICATED TO A PERFUME: COLLECTION N°5. CREATIVE AND FASHION DIRECTOR ADRIENNE FAUROTE PHOTOS COURTESY OF CHANEL

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women consider precious: perfume and diamonds. Created in 1921 with Ernest Beaux, N°5 was a completely new, feminine fragrance that embodied the mystery of a modern woman. In 1932, Chanel unveiled her one and only collection in platinum and diamonds, Bijoux de Diamants, catapulting jewelry into a new realm. Now Patrice Leguéreau, director of the Chanel Fine Jewelry Creation Studio, has fused the wonders of both into the first high jewelry collection dedicated to a fragrance: the magnificent Collection N°5. “Gabrielle Chanel approached these two universes with the same visionary values, focusing on audacity and the quest for excellence,” says Leguéreau. “I wanted to rediscover that creative gesture with this collection, which has been conceived like a journey through the meanderings of the N°5 perfume’s soul, from the architecture of the bottle to the olfactive explosion of the fragrance.” The 123 extraordinary pieces reflect the five identifying elements of the iconic perfume — the stopper, the bottle, the number, the flowers and the sillage — ultimately creating a sophisticated collection of exquisitely crafted rings, necklaces, bracelets, brooches, earrings and watches.

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Fendi collection in 1979, which debuted twisted tube tops, pop colors and tight sashes, the collaborative FENDI x SKIMS collection, created by Kim Jones of Fendi and Kim Kardashian West, fuses the aesthetic codes of Fendi with SKIMS’ focus on fit and form. “Fendi and SKIMS have a cultural power very different from each other, but equally as strong,” reflects Kardashian West. “We share a desire to push boundaries, think differently and challenge convention, which is why we found so much common ground collaborating on this collection together.” Jones and Kardashian West are longtime friends, so a successful collaboration was a good bet. And in fact, when the collection dropped on November 9, it reportedly made $1 million in the first minute. “The idea came about when my team and I were sitting around a table at the studio in Rome,” Jones explains. “Suddenly all the women went silent and started looking at their phones. I didn’t know what was going on, but they were waiting for the launch of the new SKIMS collection. It was then that I thought, Let’s do something together.” From form-fitting silhouettes in vibrant, modern hues to a hybrid FENDI x SKIMS logo printed across underwear and hosiery, the collection celebrates contemporary, chic solutions for all women. It’s available at fendiskims.com and select Fendi stores and retailers around the world.

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A collection that explores the connection between fashion and the great outdoors, the FENDI Men’s winter capsule 2021 embodies the essence of easy living. From exploring the natural world through an earthy palette of yellows with shades of brown and blue to embracing everyday urban living through sportier pieces, the collection fuses natural elements with the maison’s mission to create a sophisticated yet playful wardrobe for the modern man. The collection introduces new ‘it’ styles like the practical Fendiness backpack in Aquafil’s ECONYL® regenerated nylon with a distinctive FF logo metal buckle, and the FENDI Fragment, an abstract marble print combined with iconic elements like the FF and Karligraphy logo. Fendi fully embraces a life inspired by adventure through reimagining menswear staples like double-breasted jackets and tailored trousers through a laid-back lens. CREATIVE AND FASHION DIRECTOR: ADRIENNE FAUROTE PHOTOGRAPHY: MARK SQUIRES STYLING: CHRISTOPHER CAMPBELL GROOMER: CARLOS ORTIZ MODELS: MAXWELL KAZAKOFF AND JULIAN MARSHALL, IMG PHOTO ASSISTANT: DWAYNE LAFLEUR FASHION ASSISTANT: VICTORIA JACKSON PRODUCTION ASSISTANT: TONY PEREZ SHOT ON LOCATION IN LOS ANGELES ALL CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES BY FENDI MEN’S

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For the Louis Vuitton spring/summer 2022 men’s collection, artistic director Virgil Abloh found inspiration in the Amen break. Imagine if 1,000 hits could be translated into a singular drum solo: that is the Amen break, which was originally recorded by the funk and soul group the Winstons in 1969 and is now a major factor in hip-hop. The clothes celebrate multiple cultural intersections— as Abloh’s designs always do—resulting in a collection full of life, with bold monochromatic suiting, checkers in various textures for three-dimensional or trompe l’oeil effects on jackets and new hand-embossed monogram bags in a vibrant palette. This collection deserves an encore, and in fact, it is headed to Miami Art Basel week for a special runway moment. FASHION DIRECTOR: ADRIENNE FAUROTE PHOTOGRAPHY: SUFFO MONCLOA MODELS: MATEJ KUMICAK, MOHAMED HASSAN, MOMO NDIAYE, JULES BACO, RAZAK SALIFOU, SOLAL ZAOUI, KAI ISAIAH JAMA ALL CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES BY LOUIS VUITTON MEN’S

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Louis Vuitton Objets Nomades Lounge Chair by Marcel Wanders Studio

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Since its inception in 2012, Louis Vuitton’s Objets Nomades collection has always embodied the maison’s keen sense of experimentation and dedication to the art of travel by working alongside some of the world’s most renowned artists. The collection pays homage to Louis Vuitton’s tradition of intricately crafted travel-inspired objects — like the iconic Bed Trunk, produced in 1874 for French explorer Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza — through the modern perspective of contemporary creatives. Almost a decade later, the collection has evolved into a diverse range of Objets Nomades and Petits Nomades, from swing chairs and tables to lamps and sofas, each maintaining meticulous craftsmanship and exceptional attention to detail. Ahead, Haute Living introduces the new collection, featuring the creators’ interpretations of Louis Vuitton’s time-honored design values, which reveal their shared love for the beauty of exploring the art of space through fine materials and new abstract forms in perfect proportions. Through the Objets Nomades collection, Louis Vuitton — in collaboration with these remarkable designers — further explores the intersection between design, art, fashion and living by creating pieces that transform any space.

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Louis Vuitton Objets Nomades Cosmic Table by Raw Edges

“LOUIS VUITTON’S FOUNDATION IS BASED UPON CREATIVE IDEAS AND REVOLUTIONARY SOLUTIONS.” — Yael Mer and Shay Alkalay

Design duo Yael Mer and Shay Alkalay of Raw Edges have had their work featured in several museum collections, such as the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Art Institute of Chicago. When working on Objets Nomades for Louis Vuitton, the pair was keen on the challenge of working on a collection of collapsible objects incorporating Vuitton’s unique design elements. Both deceptively simple and remarkably ingenious, the carbon-fiber base of Raw Edges’ Cosmic Table has an organic shape created initially using just three pieces of paper. When covered with Louis Vuitton leather, the base resembles an endless sequence whose rich color elegantly contrasts with the lighter edging and matches Raw Edges’ Doll chairs. “We were continuing our study into creating complex shapes only by simple flat surfaces; in this case, we were intrigued by the idea of no distinction between the inside and the outside of a shape,” the designers explain. The tabletop is a disc of heavy glass resembling a sliver of ice cut from a frozen lake — its delicately rippling texture gracefully casts shifting reflections and shadows.

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Louis Vuitton Objets Nomades Diamond Armchair by Marcel Wanders Studio and Louis Vuitton Canvas Foosball Table

Louis Vuitton Objets Nomades Blossom Vases by Tokujin Yoshioka

Louis Vuitton Objets Nomades Cocoon Chair by the Campana Brothers

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Louis Vuitton Objets Nomades Lanterns by Zanellato / Bortotto

“DESIGNING A PIECE FOR OBJETS NOMADES MEANT WE COULD COMBINE OUR CREATIVITY WITH THE BRAND’S SAVOIR-FAIRE AND VALUES.” — Giorgia Zanellato and Daniele Bortotto

Giorgia Zanellato and Daniele Bortotto founded Zanellato/Bortotto Studio in Treviso, Italy, in 2013, embarking on a long-term exploration of the relationship between places and the passage of time. They were immediately fascinated by the idea of working for a brand with such a reputable historical and cultural heritage as Louis Vuitton. Inspired by the weaving, patterns and typical motifs used by nomadic populations who use fabric and leather to build baskets, rugs and other everyday objects, each lantern’s blown-glass light dome diffuses a geometric pattern. The honeycomb-patterned cage of interwoven strips of Louis Vuitton leather houses a rechargeable LED light and frosted glass bulb that cast delicate shadow patterns. Designed for versatile use both inside and outside, the lanterns feature details inspired by Louis Vuitton handbags, including the carrying strap and the three brass feet that protect the base’s leather covering from scratches. “We imagined this project as a collection of memories woven into a lantern, an intimate and personal object to keep with you to gently illuminate precious moments,” the designers say.

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Louis Vuitton Objets Nomades Anemona Table by Atelier Biagetti

Louis Vuitton Objets Nomades Merengue by the Campana Brothers

Louis Vuitton Objets Nomades Aguacate by the Campana Brothers

“ABOVE ALL, TRAVEL OFFERS THE UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO EMBARK ON A NEW EXPLORATION.”

— Fernando and Humberto Campana

Brothers Fernando and Humberto Campana have been creating modern classics since 1983, focusing on looking beyond the obvious to capture the beauty in the everyday. For this collaboration, they were excited about the opportunity to create a message about unique ways of working with Louis Vuitton materials. Aguacate — Spanish for avocado — is a constellation of brightly colored suns radiating rays of handwoven Louis Vuitton leather straps. “Collectors can exhibit their Aguacate to suit their space in an infinite number of ways,” says Humberto. “The piece opens up so many possibilities. It’s exciting to imagine what new arrangements people will discover.” Available in a limited edition of 30, each artwork consists of nine different-size avocado-shaped pieces in eight vibrant colors, held together by 16 polished-brass clasps. “For this edition, we wanted to bring down the scale of our pieces to allow more versatility and movement, staying true to the spirit of travel,” says Humberto. Reminiscent of the piped swirls of meringues, the Merengue ottoman, the brothers’ tropical-flowerlike chair, is composed of elegant petals of supple Louis Vuitton leather and a soft wool lining. Together they create the illusion of spiraling motion, punctuated by the brass stud at the center with its Louis Vuitton signature. “We wanted people to have fun and imagine themselves as characters from Alice in Wonderland, surrounded by surreal sweetness,” adds Fernando.

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Dior Lady Art Limited Edition in collaboration with GENIEVE FIGGIS, available by special order; 800-929-DIOR

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Dior Lady Art Limited Edition in collaboration with ANTONIN HAKOW, available by special order; 800-929-DIOR

“I like its minimalism and its demarcated lines. It let me imagine deconstructing it while retaining certain structural lines that remind us that this is a Lady Dior.” — Antonin Hakow

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“Art and fashion are like lovers; they depend on each other, help each other and communicate with each other. Their cooperation is simply perfect.” — Zhang Huan

Dior Lady Art Limited Edition in collaboration with ZHANG HUAN, available by special order; 800-929-DIOR

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Dior Lady Art Limited Edition in collaboration with JOHAN CRETEN, available by special order; 800-929-DIOR

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Dior Lady Art Limited Edition in collaboration with DAISUKE OHBA, available by special order; 800-929-DIOR

“First I studied the structure of the bag. Then I did research on Monsieur Dior’s life, his birthplace and his upbringing, looking for thematic similarities with my own artistic creations.” — Daisuke Ohba

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As a maison that continually explores its relationship with art and fashion, Louis Vuitton will host several Art Basel Miami events this year. On December 1, it will open its Miami men’s store doors (along with an exclusive and highly anticipated menswear runway show prior to the opening). Merging the vibrant spirit of Miami with Louis Vuitton’s heritage of craftsmanship and innovation, the new destination will illuminate its geometric façade, inspired by a classic Louis Objets Nomades piece, the Diamond Screen by Marcel Wanders Studio. In addition, the brand will transform its Design District women’s store into an immersive Objets Nomades showcase, including the new pieces for 2021. The façade will be temporarily wrapped in a jubilant burst of woven colors, patterned after a new Objet Nomades by the Campana Brothers, and the inside will be curated by Spanish architect and designer Patricia Urquiola to include some of her signature pieces, like the Hanging Chair.

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Dior will debut its Medallion Chair Exhibition in the U.S. during Design Miami and Art Basel at SuperBlue, a new arts center dedicated to supporting artists in realizing their vision and engaging audiences with experiential art. The iconic Medallion Chair has become a pillar of the House of Dior, and — similar to Dior’s Lady Art Project — has been reinterpreted by select international artists.

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FROM LOUIS VUITTON TO CHANEL, LUXURY FASHION HOUSES ARE MAKING AN APPEARANCE IN MIAMI THIS YEAR IN A MAJOR WAY.

In the spirit of Art Basel, Loewe will reopen its Design District store with a brand-new concept, inspired by the works of artist Sol LeWitt. The new concept will unveil a vibrant mural designed by LeWitt, commissioned by Paula Cooper Gallery. In contrast to the colorful interior, the façade will be covered in glossy black ceramics handmade in Spain.

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Throughout the week, Givenchy will showcase exclusive works of art throughout the boutique. From Givenchy’s Matthew M. Williams’ collaboration with artist Ewan MacFarlane on a series of custom mannequins to the appearance of the Chito collaboration, which debuted as part of the Givenchy resort 2022 collection, the Givenchy Miami boutique will truly become a work of art.

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Fendi has invited Mabeo, the furniture and accessories brand from Botswana, to create products that embody its ongoing research into craft specializations. The collection, titled Kompa, will showcase unique items at Design Miami, like the efo Stool, inspired by the Fendi double F motif, and Mabeo’s interpretation of Fendi’s iconic Peekabo handbag.

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TAG Heuer will celebrate its ambassador Jimmy Butler, a Miami Heat basketball superstar, at a private waterfront home alongside TAG Heuer Global CEO Frederic Arnault, revealing a customized timepiece designed with the luxury Swiss watchmaker: the Carrera Heuer 02 Tourbillon Jimmy Butler Special Edition, limited to only five pieces. Mayor Francis Suarez will commemorate November 30 as Jimmy Butler Day, offering the NBA player the keys to the 305 with TAG Heuer as the official timekeeper of Magic City.

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Luxury Watchmaker Vacheron Constantin collaborates with the Chris Burden Estate and local Miami artist Najja Moon to reveal Art in Motion, an art installation in the timepiece Maison’s Miami District Boutique inspired by Vacheron Constantin’s American 1921 driving watch and the fascination of movement and craftsmanship found in art and watchmaking. @hauteliving HAUTE LIVING 141

IT’S NO SECRET THAT CHANEL’S DESIGN DISTRICT BOUTIQUE HAS BEEN UNDER CONSTRUCTION, AND THIS ART BASEL MARKS ITS HIGHLY ANTICIPATED OPENING. HAUTE LIVING REVEALS WHAT’S IN STORE.

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As of December 2, Chanel will be able to call Miami’s Design District home. Spanning two floors, the 7,600-square-foot boutique will artfully showcase the house’s readyto-wear collections—starting with the arrival of the cruise 2021/22 collection, designed by artistic director Virginie Viard—handbags, shoes, eyewear, precious fine jewelry, and iconic watches like the J12 Caliber 12.1. From the inside out, the boutique teems with the design house codes of Chanel, creating a modern yet timeless prescence in the heart of Miami’s most luxurious shopping destination. The Design District location will be the latest boutique concept designed by New York-based architect and longtime Chanel collaborator Peter Marino, whose work embodies the house’s vision of fusing creativity, high fashion, craftsmanship and exclusive materials to manifest a true masterpiece. For Marino, the architectural and interior design hold the same significance in building out the boutique as a celebration of Chanel for an American art capital. Artworks specifically curated for the Miami space can be found throughout the boutique, a nod to Gabrielle Chanel’s influential legacy as a patron of the arts. From a special commission by Chris Succo in the elevator to works by Gregor Hildebrandt (Der Flur Blick von der Tur, Blick in die Ki.iche Ki.iche and Blick ins Esszimmer vom Balkon-Zimmer aus), it’s only fitting that the boutique is opening its doors during one of the buzziest art weeks of the year. @hauteliving HAUTE LIVING 143

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FOUNDER AND CEO OF 5TH COLUMN AKBAR HAMID ON THE POWER OF EMBRACING THE NEW WORLD OF CRYPTO COMMUNICATIONS. BY ADRIENNE FAUROTE PHOTOGRAPHY GREGORY ALDERS

IN 2015, AKBAR HAMID FOUNDED THE CREATIVE

consultancy 5th Column. Today, Hamid has evolved the company with offices spanning over three cities—New York, Los Angeles, and Miami—and in 2020, he launched a new cryptocurrency division. Hamid stands at the helm of innovation as 5th Column is one of the only communications firms rooted in a consumer practice, leading the conversation in cryptocurrency, NFT, metaverse thought leadership and transformation. Haute Living sat down with Hamid to hear more about how he got involved in the industry, how he uniquely works with brands in the space and what’s next. Haute Living: How did you first get involved in the industry? Akbar Hamid: We were introduced to a cryptocurrency investment firm, Magnetic, about two-and-a-half years ago, when we were entirely a consumer and luxury brandfocused practice. It was eye-opening to learn from our clients plugged into the space investing in emerging markets and technologies. When we understood the use case for NFTs, metaverse and cryptocurrency assets, we were blown away. I could not believe that brands had not already harnessed the power of the blockchain. Our consumer and luxury brand-focused brains went on overdrive, and we were able to very clearly see the immense gap and opportunity between consumer brands and cryptocurrency projects and technologies. This is where we found our foothold in bridging the gap between consumer and crypto. We are proudly minority-owned and majority women-led with a diverse team across the country. We are a creative communications consultancy that helps brands transform for the future. Companies seek us out when they need to lead the business and cultural conversation. HL: What exactly do you do for the brands? How do you work with brands? AH: We are the leading communications agency for cryptocurrency, metaverse, NFTs and consumer brands across all categories. Seeing an early burgeoning trend and opportunity, The 5th Column set up a cryptocurrency, NFT, metaverse and blockchain practice—5CRYTPO —to help facilitate B2B thought leadership and partnerships, press, B2C education, and integration of consumer brands into the world of crypto. The team works with brands across music, gaming, collectibles, fashion, sports, lifestyle and technology in many aspects of crypto and NFT collection drops, expanding into

the metaverse, partnerships, and collaborations. 5CRYPTO is helping brands bridge the gap between consumer and crypto and leads the conversation in an emergent cryptoculture, bridging crypto into the mainstream, disseminating the message and educating leaders on how to tap into the movement. We are agents of innovation. HL: For brands entering the space, what is the biggest missing link you see and what tools do you provide to bridge that gap? AH: There is an immense lack of understanding and education in this space. The crypto, NFT and the tech community are great at communicating with one another as they innovate and create incredible tools for consumers and brands. Still, there is a big gap in educating brands and consumers on harnessing the technology and incorporating it into their strategies going forward. 5CRYPTO is filling that gap. We are the vehicle for the industry and consult with brands and crypto platforms globally to help translate the technology and product to consumer-facing narratives. It is important to start slow and educate your audience so they don’t feel alienated. Integrate into the ecosystem with a wallet to build a sense of security and comfort or start with small limited edition NFT drops that unlock unique experiences or actual physical goods. Many brands are sitting on intellectual property goldmines and have so many assets they can already work with—but don’t know how to tap into the NFT space. We should not be jumping to creating NFTs just to ride the wave; it is important to have a long-term vision and keep community engagement top of mind. HL: What is the biggest misconception you see in the industry? AH: Currently, I feel the biggest misconception is not understanding that we have barely scratched the surface of this technology. Many of the ideas and concepts we hear about are at the very infant stages of development. We must realize that we are at the beginning of a renaissance and have another 5 to 10 years before we are fully immersed in both physical and digital worlds. We still have to solve for things like interoperability between metaverses and blockchains so that our NFTs and Avatars can operate and transfer easily between the different worlds. We are a ways away from that. While there is so much innovation taking place, it is still at an early stage, and this is such an exhilarating moment to think about where we might be in a decade—the opportunities are endless!

HL: The industry is shifting at a rapid pace. Where do you see the industry evolving? AH: We already saw with Art Basel a complete mix of NFTs/ crypto into the art world. For us, this was a signal that going forward, cultural events will have NFTs/crypto ingrained into their framework. It was incredible to see that in Miami—this whole shift in thinking and the fact that now this has become part of a significant cultural moment around the world. At 5Crypto, we are lucky to have a lot of incredible clients that are leading the conversation. This gives us an edge in that we are always plugged into the latest innovation and can go to brands and consumers with these ideas. We keep our finger on the pulse by having a solid understanding of the foundations of this industry. My team and I have signed up to take courses; one of them is the MIT Blockchain Technologies: Business Innovation and Application. HL: What are your goals as we head into 2022? AH: Our goal going into 2022 is mainly to have a strong education platform for consumer brands to really explain to our clients how they can integrate the technology into their marketing practices and their consumer offerings. We’d love to have an office in the metaverse as one of our new locations within the next five years. We would love to be working with many more clients across their metaverse/NFTs projects.

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