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FEATURES AN UNFORGETTABLE SHIFT | 50 Terrence Howard and Jussie Smollett — cast members of FOX’s hit TV show Empire — dish to HudsonMOD readers about the show’s Season 4 debut and the transformation of their beloved characters Lucious and Jamal Lyon.

YEARNING FOR YURMAN | 56 Meet the creators behind David Yurman, one of today’s most notable jewelry brands: David and Sybil Yurman. From their iconic Cable bracelets to their newest showroom along the affluent Magnificent Mile in Chicago, learn more about how these two grew their jewelry brand into a global empire.

PORSCHES ARE FOREVER | 62 Take some advice from car aficionado and expert Dom Miliano as he showcases two of the world’s most collectible Porsches: the 918 Spyder and the 911R. These exotics will elevate any man or woman’s car collection to new levels.

THE COLLECTOR’S REPORT | 68 What’s hot on the block? Check out HudsonMOD’s latest roundup of the most collectible items sold at auction within the last couple of months. Including pieces from both Christie’s and Bonhams, there is no shortage of luxury here.

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Jason Lembo, Shannon Steitz and Christopher Antonucci celebrate a Life Well Lived at HudsonMOD’s fifth anniversary.

hat a year for HudsonMOD! We were thrilled to celebrate another star-studded anniversary, our fifth, at Maritime Parc in Jersey City. We celebrated with Orange Is the New Black’s Francesca Curran, FOX Business Network anchor Lauren Simonetti, actor Emrhys Cooper and more on our red carpet, as the sun set and we watched the lights come on in the Manhattan skyline. We were excited to announce the addition of New York Spaces, the premier interior design magazine for metropolitan New York, and Exuberance, the first luxury lifestyle magazine for the LGBTQ community. The event benefited Animal Aid USA, a volunteer organization dedicated to rescuing and relocating unwanted, abused and abandoned animals. For more coverage of this event, see pages 76-77. As we roll into the new year, we have a full slate of exciting happenings in the New Jersey/New York area. I am particularly thrilled about Cars & Chai, an organization that recently premiered in the tristate area. Cars & Chai celebrates a global passion for luxury autos, and hundreds of luxury auto owners came out to Maritime Parc to celebrate this first-time event. They are now expanding into new regions, including Maryland, Washington, D.C., Virginia, Southern California and Toronto, and will soon be releasing their 2018 calendar with exciting events planned for the metropolitan area. Stay tuned! We celebrate Life Well Lived with an exciting schedule for next year, and here at HudsonMOD we can’t wait to share it with you!

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If you could have any collectible in your possession, what would it be and why?

Simon Murray Veronique Deblois

“I’m all about experiential collectibles: blame it on my gener-

“Wine! I’m building a cellar of

ation. So, in any order: a vintage

interesting bottles, but if I could

wooden Chris-Craft; one of Steve

magically add hundreds of

McQueen’s Triumph motorcycles

Bordeaux and Burgundies to my

(bonus points if it’s the one from

collection, that would be a dream

The Great Escape); a Karuizawa

come true!”

29-year-old bourbon.”

Tate Gunnerson

Stephanie Krikorian

Dom Miliano

“I’d like to own the guitar that Da-

“A wine cellar full of Chateau Lafite,

“I’m a great admirer of the Art Deco

vid Gilmour played at Pink Floyd’s

Screaming Eagle and Chateau Mar-

period. As exemplified by the art

legendary concert at Pompeii in

gaux would be a nice collection.

and exhibits featured at the 1939

October of ‘71. I don’t actually

Drinking wine is always an expe-

World’s Fair, I fell in love with that

play, but that might motivate me

rience, and I prefer an experience

period thanks to my father’s photos

to finally learn.”

over stuff any day. Having said

and trinkets he brought home from

that, since I would drink through

that event. These days, I would love

my collection, I’d settle for a Rodin

to have an Erte Art Deco sculpture.

— The Kiss or The Thinker. Either

Elegance and beauty personified...”

Eric Himel “1960’s Bulgari Serpenti watch bracelet.”

sculpture would take up most of my living room, but staring at something so beautiful every day would bring me great joy.”

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THE DATEJUST 41 The new generation of the essential classic, with a new movement and design that keep it at the forefront of watchmaking. It doesn’t just tell time. It tells history.

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This fall, double-breasted overcoats were omnipresent on the runways of New York, Milan and Paris, and for good reason: this men’s wardrobe staple gives a nod to ‘80s Wall Street power-dressing while reinterpreting the look for 2017. Slouchy silhouettes have been replaced by tight tailoring in crushed velvets and double-faced cashmeres lending a modern touch.

BOTTEGA VENETA A nipped-in waist, dramatic spread lapel and shorter length give this doublebreasted coat a modern feel that works from day to night over suits as well as into the weekend over jeans. Form and function come together for the urban-dweller fashionista. Available at Bottega Veneta, 650 Madison Avenue, $6,900

TOM FORD DOUBLE-BREASTED BOUCLE CHECK COAT A classic double-breasted overcoat is always in style. This season, Tom Ford’s dark-grey version hits all the right notes with the right proportions, uber-luxe finishes and a debonaire silhouette. Available at Tom Ford, 672 Madison Avenue, $8,250

BY ERIC HIMEL

MICHAEL KORS Olive drab is anything but drab in color and design. With its formfitting belt and nod to ‘40s military overcoats, this new iteration is uber-masculine and deserves a front-ofthe line spot in your fall fashion lineup. An officer and a gentleman, to be sure. Available at Michael Kors, 520 Broadway; price available upon request

GIORGIO ARMANI A finely tailored double-breasted jacket in velvet adds loads of luxury when juxtaposed against a draped trouser. Subtle patterns make this look less corporate and more like a fashion statement, perfect for dressing up or down this season. Available at Giorgio Armani, 760 Madison Avenue, $3,195

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Nothing says luxe in the fall like sumptuous velvet. This season, you’ll find it everywhere from ready-to-wear to shoes to bags — and even in the bedroom. This fabric will make everyone want to reach out and touch!

GUCCI GG MARMONT EMBROIDERED VELVET MINI BAG A velvet bag gives that extra layer of luxe to any fall outfit. Think of it as a piece of jewelry on your shoulder! Adding embellishments makes it only that much more desirable. Bags in rich plum tones that are soft to the touch and adorned with whimsical crystals epitomize everything that is good about this trend. Available at Gucci, 725 Fifth Avenue, $3,500

LA PERLA HAMPTON COURT BLACK CORSET DRESS Velvet in the boudoir? Who says you can’t! Velvet mixed with lace is the pinnacle of class and sass in the bedroom. This form-fitting silhouette pairs velvet with lace with a corsetstyle bustier, adorned with uber-feminine floral motifs throughout. The temperature may be dropping, but the heat is on high at home. Available at La Perla, 803 Madison Avenue, $2,665

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN MOULAMAX Velvet booties exude an air of Renaissance luxe. Mix in florals and you have a statement shoe for the fall that everyone will covet! More versatile than you realize, this shoe goes with everything from dresses to skirts to denim. Available at Christian Louboutin, 965 Madison Avenue, $1,095

MAX MARA JACKET, PANTS Mix up regular suiting by choosing one in all velvet. This Max Mara ensemble gives off uber-chic vibes reminiscent of Bianca Jagger in the ‘70s. Shake up your 9-to-5 with a more feminine answer to pantsuits with soft velvet and a sculpted silhouette. Pair with a silk cami underneath to go from office to nighttime. Available at Max Mara, 813 Madison Avenue, jacket $1,250, pants $595

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A Cut Above The Rest An edgy twist on fine jewelry might be just the thing for fashionistas this season. Indulge in one-of-a-kind pieces studded with diamonds or glimmering with gold — above all, something that impresses whether it’s on your wrist or around your neck. The best of the best of autumn’s fine jewelry, cut to perfection, will look perfect on you.

WHITE GOLD BLACK BANGLE This 14-karat white, rose and black gold cuff bracelet demonstrates the intricacies and craft of fine jewelry. The 14-karat black gold mesh is delicately fused with the white gold shape of the piece. Topping off the gorgeous cuff are fine diamonds and diamond flowers. Available at Forever Diamonds, 5508 Sunrise Highway, Massapequa, NY, $9,200

TIFFANY & CO. Adorn your ears with only the best from Tiffany & Co.’s 2017 Blue Book Collection, the Art of the Wild. Tiffany & Co.’s platinum and 18k yellow gold earrings feature pear-shaped spessartites totaling 8.55 carats. Inspired by the way flower petals overlap, Tiffany aimed to craft a radiant display of diamond vines budding from elegant spessartite seeds. Round yellow diamonds and brilliant white diamonds make up the leaf-inspired petals for a look that summons up nature. Available at Tiffany & Co., 727 Fifth Ave., New York, NY or 1200 Morris Turnpike, Short Hills, NJ; price available upon request

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BY WILL MENDELSON & EMMA REYNOLDS

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS In a world where so many things are immediately accessible, Van Cleef & Arpels maintains exclusivity and elegance with its High Jewelry collection, Liane. Inspired by couture, a cherished inspiration for Van Cleef & Arpels since the 1940s, the Maison reinterprets the aesthetic of braided gold with a bold combination of colors, textures and materials. Gold and colored stones gracefully draping off long necklaces with adjustable clasps and golden tassels evoke movement and femininity. Diamonds, amethyst and onyx adorned with 18k rose gold are treats in themselves. Available at Van Cleef & Arpels, 744 Fifth Ave., New York, NY or 1200 Morris Turnpike, Suite 230, Short Hills, NJ; price available upon request

CARTIER The brand’s signature panthère motif comes to life in this 18k yellow gold ring with onyx, tsavorite garnets and diamonds. Set with 17 brilliant-cut diamonds and totaling 0.04 carats, this ring is bound to make a statement on any occasion. The panther is the symbolic animal of Cartier, making its first appearance in 1914, and its fierce, playful and lovable qualities are echoed in Cartier’s pieces. Available by appointment only at Cartier, 828 Madison Ave., New York, NY or 1200 Morris Turnpike, Suite B216, Short Hills, NJ; price available upon request

GRAFF The British-born diamond extraordinaire’s historical affiliation with yellow diamonds is magnificently emphasized in this Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut diamond ring. Set in platinum, the 23.07 carat ring beautifully sparkles with the extraordinary yellow diamonds. With more than five decades as one of the world’s most luxurious jewelers, Graff is known for colored jewels and precious stones in creative form, and this ring is no exception. Going with any outfit, it will set you apart from anyone else on Madison Avenue. Available at Graff, 710 Madison Ave., New York, NY; price available upon request

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The Life BEAUTY

BY EMMA REYNOLDS

WHAT’S HOT: SILHOUETTE INSTALIFT Dr. Julius Few, MD blends surgical and nonsurgical treatments for a natural-looking appearance. Hot on the menu right now? The Silhouette InstaLift, touted as one of the best noninvasive procedures that mimics a facelift. Dr. Few’s institute has the most experience in North America performing the procedure. WHAT IT IS: “The Silhouette InstaLift is a U.S. FDA-approved nonsurgical,

material made up of complex sugar. “Over the course of nine to 12 months,

minimally invasive cheek or mid-facelift,”

the thread material gets replaced with

says Dr. Few. “It is a system that is put

the body’s own collagen, and that’s

in without surgery or general anesthesia

what’s responsible for the effect lasting

and involves a small pinprick in the skin

at least 18 months,” Dr. Few says. “The

at strategic points along the central and

Silhouette InstaLift has become one of

lower parts of the face.” Used in the

the top cosmetic procedures because of

neck or problem areas of the face, the

what it offers,” he says.

procedure helps to re-suspend anatomy that has fallen with aging. The technique

IDEAL CANDIDATE: This procedure is

involves a fully biodegradable stitch

for someone who wants no downtime

Dr. Julius Few

rejuvenation. “The ideal candidate is a man or woman who is in their late-30s

and they can go right back to work.” The

WHAT DR. FEW LOVES:

to late-40s,” says Dr. Few. “Someone

results are consistent homeruns. “They

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sagging under the chin is going to do amazingly well.”

WHAT TO CONSIDER: Reasonable expectations. “It will not last forever,” says

BENEFITS: The Silhouette InstaLift

Dr. Few. “It’s possible it’ll last two to three

provides immediate results for clients.

years, and it’s easy to supplement if you’re

“Most patients won’t even have much in

seeing some of the result wear away.”

the way of a visible bruise or swelling,” Dr.

Although Dr. Few says patients are able to

Few says. “The procedure can be done

return to their normal routine that same day, they should refrain from exercise three to four days after the treatment. Intrigued? Here’s where you can go: The Few Institute for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery 568 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10065 917-740-1872 By Appointment Only (no walk-ins; patients will need an appointment for treatment and procedure consultations)

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The Life TASTE

Chef’s Challenge – Must ‘Shrooms ear round, the New Jersey/New York metro area is a mush-

We asked two well-known New Jersey chefs to demonstrate in-

room forager’s heaven. There are morels to pick in the

novative and creative ways the mighty mushroom can be used in the

spring, chanterelles to be plucked in the summer and vari-

kitchen. Chef Anthony Pino of Porter Collins in Hoboken and Chef

ous species such as hen-of-the-woods, boletes (also known as porci-

Martin Kester of Summit House in Summit provided two compel-

ni), puffballs and honey caps popping up in the fall.

ling recipes featuring some of their favorite fungi.

PORTER COLLINS: WILD MUSHROOMS E PEPE CHEF ANTHONY PINO started Anthony David’s Gourmet Specialties 15 years ago with his spouse and business partner Liz, after they graduated from Johnson & Wales University. The Pino empire expanded in 2002 with the opening of Anthony David’s, followed in 2008 by Bin 14 and the recent opening of Porter Collins in burgeoning uptown Hoboken.

INGREDIENTS: 2 cups roughly chopped wild mushrooms 2 cloves of garlic, sliced 2 oz. e xtra virgin olive oil, plus a drizzle for the finish 4 oz. heavy cream 4 oz. Tallegio cheese, diced 1 lb. fresh vucatini, cooked to al dente 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 2 oz. Pecorino cheese, grated Sea salt to taste

DIRECTIONS: - In a large pan over medium-high heat, sauté the mushrooms and garlic in the olive oil until mushrooms are lightly golden brown (about 5 minutes). Once the moisture from mushrooms has evaporated, add the cream and Tallegio. -R educe heat to medium-low and simmer for 3 minutes. -A dd the bucatini to the sauce and toss, then add the pepper and salt. - F inish with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and the Pecorino. Makes four portions.

BY VERONIQUE DEBLOIS

SUMMIT HOUSE: ROASTED MAITAKE MUSHROOMS, SEABEANS & SUNCHOKE PURÉE CHEF MARTIN KESTER is the executive chef of recently opened Summit House. He joined the restaurant after six years as chef de cuisine of Ninety Acres in Peapack, NJ. A 2003 graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Chef Kester has trained in highly rated kitchens throughout New Jersey and New York, including the NoMad in NY, Elements in Princeton and Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Pocantico Hills, NY. INGREDIENTS: 1 oz. vegetable oil 3 oz. M aitake mushrooms (also known as hen-of-the-wood), cleaned with damp cloth 1 tbsp. high-quality butter ¾ ounce seabeans 1 tbsp. each fresh parsley and fresh chives, finely chopped, combined then divided 3 oz. sunchokes 3 tbsp. salt (plus finishing to taste) Juice of 1 lemon DIRECTIONS: - Using the tip of a paring knife, gently split off portions of the Maitake mushrooms, maintaining the integrity and shape of the small bunches, about 1-2 inches in length and 1/2 a centimeter in thickness. The goal is to achieve a

meatier texture throughout the base of the mushroom and crispy ends. - Place heavy-bottomed sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add ¼ ounce of vegetable oil and, once hot, the mushrooms. Do not crowd the pan. Cook the mushrooms, undisturbed, for 45 seconds. Toss the mushrooms, turn heat down to medium, add ½ tablespoon of butter and cook until evenly browned (about a minute). Add the seabeans and continue to sauté for 2 minutes. Finish the mushrooms with 1 tablespoon of finely cut herbs and salt to taste. - Wash sunchokes and peel them. Add to a large pot of cool water with 3 tablespoons of salt and the lemon juice, then bring to boil. Gently slide a paring knife into the sunchokes, remove them from heat and strain. Add to a blender and purée on high. If needed, add a bit

of vegetable oil to smoothen. Season with salt to taste. - On a hot plate, add the mushroom and seabean preparation in 3 bunches. Add 2-3 tablespoons of sunchoke purée around the plate, but not on the mushrooms. Finish with fresh herbs and a pinch of Maldon salt, if desired.

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BY NICOLE FONZINO

CYRIL CAMUS: Living Tradition

rafting a smooth Cognac is no easy task, but for Cyril Camus, the art of distilling is in his blood. Cognac is making a comeback, and by adhering to family tradition, Camus

has kept his eponymous fifth-generational company at the forefront. HudsonMOD spoke with Camus about how he’s preserving and elevating the distilling techniques perfected by his forefathers in 1863.

How do you perceive CAMUS’ growth in the upcoming years with so many new spirits on the market? Cognac was at the heart of so many classic cocktails, such as the Sazerac, Old Fashioned and the Sidecar, but was replaced by rye and whiskey when it got too expensive or hard to find. Now, mixologists are rediscovering why Cognac was the original ingredient, and it is regaining its place on cocktail menus. At the same time, the CAMUS brand stands for quality, heritage and craftsmanship. Consumers appreciate that and are making choices based on taste as opposed to the latest promotion.

How does your brand differ from other Cognacs? At CAMUS we’re not just Cognac makers, we are wine growers. Respect for the grape, the land and our family traditions is at the core of what we do. We bring something different to market: products that have a personality and a soul. CAMUS owes its international reputation to the richness

with VSOP Elegance. My favorite is the Sazerac.

and extreme subtlety of flavor of its Cognacs. We have a

It’s a classic, and there is a reason why it was first

unique style based on blending eaux-de-vie from different crus

made with Cognac.

Cyril Camus, current president of CAMUS cognac.

and of different ages. Our approach is driven by the craft of Cognac making.

Describe the process that a bottle of CAMUS goes through. The CAMUS process is a celebration of the art of Cognac. There

What is your favorite blend and why? How do you like to enjoy it?

are certainly more efficient and cost-effective ways to make

These Cognacs are part of our family and the cliché has never

Cognac, but they’re not the ways of my forefathers and if we

been more true: which child could you prefer? My preference

used them the end product wouldn’t be worthy of our name.

would be driven by occasion and place. When I am relaxing

In order to be called a Cognac, the spirit has to be made

after work, I enjoy a glass of Borderies VSOP on the rocks. If

from grapes grown in the Cognac region, which are then

I’m gathering with friends, I’m likely to choose a cocktail made

double distilled and aged in French oak casks for a minimum

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The Borderies cru — the smallest of the cognac-growing areas — is renowned for producing eaux-de-vies with intense floral bouquets and excellent aging qualities. of two years. For CAMUS, the process is an artisan approach

is the only major house to offer

where we curate the subtle nuances the grapes have to offer

a complete range of eaux-de-

by hand.

vies produced exclusively from

Following distillation, the cellar master hand selects the

grapes from the Borderies

eaux-de-vie with the richest and most subtle flavors. Barrels are

region. The Borderies cru —

chosen with equal care to respect the character of the original

the smallest of the cognac-

eaux-de-vie and achieve perfect balance. During a long, dormant

growing areas — is renowned

stay in these barrels, the Cognac will take on an individual amber

for producing eaux-de-vies with intense floral

appearance, just as its aromatics will develop over time.

bouquets and excellent aging qualities. Borderies

Oak barrels with light tannins give the Cognacs an

Interior of the Camus family’s Le Plessis home.

eaux-de-vies are much characterized by floral

inimitable roundness, keeping all their aromatic qualities intact.

notes, aromatic persistence and hints of spice and

For older cognacs, such as XO Elegance or Extra Elegance,

sweet pastries, and their excellent aging properties make them

choosing damp cellars gives the eaux-de-vie the wonderfully

ideal for superlative Cognacs.

mellow character that has delighted both amateurs and the most demanding connoisseurs around the world.

Do you have any new blends in development? Innovation is very important to us, and we’re always looking for

Explain why Borderies is so sought after.

new ways to express and interpret the terroir of Cognac.

Our family home le Plessis is in the heart of this highly desirable region. We are the largest landowner in the appellation and, as a

What gives CAMUS Cognac its distinctive flavor?

result, have a very special connection to Borderies. Today, CAMUS

CAMUS draws on the richness and diversity of the whole AOC

Extra Elegance

Borderies VSOP

XO Borderies

With no labels to hinder the sleek

This limited edition bottle released in

Straight from the CAMUS family’s

appearance of its bottle, Extra Elegance

2016 blends both wines and light lees

vineyard, XO Borderies features fruity,

boasts an intense flavor comprised

together to create

spicy and floral

of dried violets,

the perfect spirit.

notes such

tobacco, leather and

Aged in CAMUS’

as vanilla and

walnut. A mixture of

special oak casks,

violet. Aged to

eaux-de-vie, grande

Borders VSOP offers

perfection in

champagne and petite

consumers subtle

oak casks, XO

champagne, every sip

notes of vanilla pods,

Borderies is

evokes a warm, velvety

orange zest, soft

as smooth as

sensation.

spices and floral.

can be.

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BY DOM MILIANO

Le Plessis, home to the Camus family, is located in the Borderies region.

region, using Ugni Blanc, Folle Blanche and Colombard grapes to produce the wine that will eventually become our Cognacs.

Is there a part of the manufacturing process that gives the brand an edge? The distillation process is a crucial step as through distillation we reveal the wine’s heart and soul. Unlike many corporate brands, most CAMUS Cognacs are distilled on the lees, which emphasizes the typical characteristics of each eau-de-vie and terroir.

Are there stories behind each bottle design?

Cognac. The bottles are modeled after wine

Our handcrafted approach doesn’t end with the liquid, and each

decanters. With a nod to our heritage as wine

individual decanter has been designed to reflect the unique

growers, our cloverleaf is engraved into the

characteristics of the Cognacs they contain. We recently

VS and VSOP bottles as a reminder of the first

redesigned the Elegance line to convey a contemporary and

bottles sold in 1863. With a nod to contemporary times, a QR

luxurious feel, while at the same time reinforcing the five

code offers a link to more information and serves as a security

generations of CAMUS family which have contributed to the

device against counterfeiting.

Before CAMUS is bottled, it is aged in oak barrels to develop its flavor.

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STROKES OF GENIUS The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s fall season boasts major, must-see exhibitions of old and contemporary masters.

celebrate

David

Hockney’s

80th

year,

the

Metropolitan Museum of Art joins Tate Britain, London and the Centre Pompidou, Paris to organize

a major retrospective of the artist’s 60-year career. The exhibition marks the only North American stop for this grand overview of Hockney’s groundbreaking work. Born in West Yorkshire in 1937, Hockney moved to London in 1959 to study at the Royal College of Art. In 1961, the Museum of Modern Art acquired two of his prints, and his early successes and willingness to flaunt societal and artistic

conventions

made

him an almost immediate darling in the art world. His works from the 1960s often reference homoerotic subject

matter,

and

his

studies of figuration broke every rule. The exhibition is an inlook

achievements media,

Hockney’s across

including

all

Hockney often attempted to depict transparency

painting,

in his paintings, and he explored that concept

drawing, photography and

with images of glass and water. In the late 1970s

video, and will showcase his

and 1980s, he employed a brightly hued palette

wit and intelligence, as well as his exploration of movement,

and fractured cubism to change perspective, and his interest

space and time in two dimensions. Included will be many of his

in Picasso and experiments with Polaroid photography are

works from California in the 1960s and 1970s, as well as double

mirrored in his work of this period. More recently, the artist

portraits from New York and London examining the tension that

has been painting the landscape of his native land, studying

exists in social relationships.

the effects of color and the changing seasons, while returning

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Courtesy ©David Hockney/©Tate, London 2017; ©David Hockney/Richard Schmidt

depth

BY DEBORAH L. MARTIN

The Met will showcase the singular genius of Michelangelo Buonarroti in Michelangelo: Divine Draftsman and Designer. The exhibit opens on November 13 and will present more than 150 of the master’s drawings as well as three sculptures, his earliest known painting, an architectural model for a chapel vault and a substantial body of complementary works by other artists for comparison and context. The impressive works on loan to the museum for this once-in-a-

Studies for the Libyan Sibyl, in red chalk, dates to approximately 1510.

lifetime show include a monumental cartoon for the artist’s last fresco in the Vatican Palace and a series of masterpiece drawings for the artist’s friend, Tommaso De’Cavalieri. The assembled works will focus on Michelangelo’s disegno: the power of his drawing and invention that eventually became the foundation for all of the arts. His mastery of drawing, design, sculpture, painting and architecture earned him the title, Il Divino (“the divine one”) by his contemporaries. MICHELANGELO: DIVINE DRAFTSMAN AND DESIGNER, NOVEMBER 13 – FEBRUARY 12, 2018.

Photo courtesy Metropolitan Museum of Art, Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, 1924 (Michelangelo)

to the idea of examining the tensions between figures in social groupings. In addition, he has been experimenting with both a Renaissance camera lucida and colorful

Left: Hockney’s A Bigger Splash (1967) explores transparency. Above: The artist’s neon-colored California landscape, Garden (2015).

compositions using digital technology, explorations that are included here. His current work — a series of neon-toned landscapes painted in Southern California beginning in 2013 — are making their only United States appearance as part of this show. DAVID HOCKNEY, NOVEMBER 27 – FEBRUARY 25, 2018

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Leonardo to Matisse: Master Drawings from the Robert Lehman Collection traces

the

development

European

drawing

from

the

Renaissance to the early 20th century. Works by masters including da Vinci, Dürer, Tiepolo and Matisse have been assembled from the museum’s Lehman Collection, one of the most acclaimed private collections in the world. Left: Street Scene in Paris (1895), by Félix Vallotton. Below left: Last Supper, after Leonardo da Vinci (1634-35), by Rembrandt. Below right: Young Girl in a Blue Dress (1890), by Auguste Renoir.

The Lehman Collection spans more than 700 years of western European art and includes drawings, paintings, manuscripts, textiles and precious jeweled objects. This exhibit gathers a selection of some 55 works presenting a dynamic array of styles, techniques and genres,

and will illustrate the masters’ creative process. A highlight will be Rembrandt’s rarely seen reinterpretation of Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper. LEONARDO TO MATISSE: MASTER DRAWINGS FROM THE ROBERT LEHMAN COLLECTION,

Courtesy Metropolitan Museum of Art, Robert Lehman Collection, 1975

ON VIEW THROUGH JANUARY 7, 2018.

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GALLERY WALK While Chelsea is not the only art center in New York City, it remains

occupy 5,000 square feet and eventually be joined by 15 new

an integral part of the multi-billion-dollar global art market. While

gallery spaces in and around the building.

some Chelsea galleries seem to have migrated north or south,

Of course, outside Chelsea, the downtown and uptown art

the area is still vibrant. Case in point: the justifiably famous Paul

scenes continue to expand. Here are some of our favorite stops

Kasmin Gallery is consolidating three Chelsea locations and will

on the grand tour, beginning with an important show at the

be the anchor tenant in the curvaceously sexy, High Line-hugging

venerable Pace Gallery: the first exhibition of new works by Claes

Zaha Hadid building at 520 West 28th Street. The gallery will

Oldenburg in twelve years.

Derek Eller Gallery

Peter Blum Gallery

300 Broome Street

176 Grand Street

212-206-6411

212-244-6055

DerekEller.com

PeterBlumGallery.com

Howard Greenberg Gallery

P.P.O.W.

Fuller Building

535 West 22nd Street

41 East 57th Street,

212-647-1044

Suite 1406

PPOWGallery.com

212-334-0010 HowardGreenberg.com

Claes Oldenburg, Shelf Life Number 6, 2016-2017, at Pace Gallery.

Les Ateliers Courbet

134 Tenth Avenue 303 Gallery

212-226-7378

555 West 21st Street

AtelierCourbet.com

212-255-1121 Mitchell Algus

303Gallery.com

132 Delancey Street Alexander and Bonin

516-639-4918

Cézanne’s Studio, 2013 by Joel Meyerowitz, at Howard Greenberg Gallery.

MitchellAlgusGallery.com

47 Walker Street 212-367-7474

Arlene Angard Gallery.

AlexanderAndBonin.com

Callicoon Fine Arts

Pace Gallery

526 West 26th Street,

49 Delancey Street

537 West 24th Street

Suite 718

Anton Kern Gallery

212-219-0326

212-421-3292

212-352-0683

15 East 55th Street

CallicoonFineArts.com

PaceGallery.com

WaltherCollection.com

David Nolan Gallery

Paul Kasmin Gallery

Tyler Rollins Fine Art

527 West 29th Street

515 West 27th Street

529 West 20th Street, 10W

Arlene Angard Gallery

212-925-6190

212-563-4474

212-229-9100

15 East 71st Street, Suite 2A

DavidNolanGallery.com

PaulKasminGallery.com

TRFineArt.com

Walther Collection

212-367-9663 AntonKernGallery.com

212-722-2278 ArleneAngard.com

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SECURING YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE

inancial planning is essential to helping secure the future of you and your loved ones, yet it is easy to

delay tackling it. Creating a customized financial plan helps define your individual investment goals, identify potential obstacles and allows you to adjust strategies as circumstances change. For something this important, you need advisors who are experts at minding every issue and detail. Lenox Advisors’ Jeffrey Feinstein and Schiff Hardin’s Brian Janowsky offer tips on commonly asked, family financial and estate planning questions.

Jeffrey Feinstein

Brian Janowsky

What are some philanthropic recommendations you’re making to

trusts, to provide benefits to your heirs and

nity to make a substantial legacy gift at a

clients?

the charities you support.

relatively low cost.

in many ways. While most people think of

JF: Another strategy to consider is estab-

What are some ways families are

simply writing a check, giving appreciated

lishing a donor advised fund, which allows

preparing future generations for

stock owned for more than one year is a

for an immediate charitable deduction and

inheritance?

great idea. You receive a deduction equal to

flexibility for grants. We are also seeing a

JF: One solution is to form a family limited

the stock’s value on the date of the gift, and

number of clients consider life insurance

partnership to consolidate investments

you avoid capital gains tax on the sale in the

for their charitable goals, either by gifting

and work together to make management

future. You can integrate more sophisticat-

an existing policy or establishing a new one.

decisions. This is a great opportunity for

ed giving strategies into your estate plan,

The charity has access to the cash value and

parents to share with their kids the skills

including charitable lead and remainder

the strategy gives the donor the opportu-

needed to handle finances and will likely

BJ: Charitable giving can be accomplished

bestow family investment philosophy. From WORKING WITH LENOX ADVISORS IN NYC, Jeffrey builds customized financial solutions for high net worth individuals, their families and corporate clients. He can be reached at jfeinstein@lenoxadvisors.com at 212.536.8700. An estate planning attorney, Brian is a member of the Private Clients, Trusts and Estates Group at Schiff Hardin, LLP, a national law firm with offices through-

a learning perspective, the earlier the better. Teaching children about the importance of saving, budgeting, investing, philanthropy, etc., will help prepare them for the financial responsibility they will eventually inherit.

out the United States. Based in the New York office, Brian can be reached at bjanowsky@schiffhardin.com and 212.745.9534.

BJ: In forming your estate plan, it is important to consider the role of a trust in

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BY MIKE BANKA

keeping your child’s finances on the straight and narrow. Leaving your child with too much money and no structure can be a recipe for disaster for those unprepared to handle the responsibility. By leaving assets in a trust, you can place the initial responsibility of managing the assets in the hands of a trustee that you appoint. A trustee is often a trusted family member, professional, trust company or bank. As your child matures and exhibits responsible behavior, he or she can be given a chance to participate in the management decisions of the trust along with the trustee.

that are constantly changing. Life insurance strategies also can provide income

What are some common estate planning

protection, as well as liquidity for estate

and gifting strategies?

tax liabilities for high net worth families.

BJ: It is incredibly important for everyone,

A common planning technique involves a

especially those with children, to have their

properly structured trust for life insurance,

basic estate planning in place. Basic estate

which may reduce both federal and state

planning documents include a will, power

estate taxes.

of attorney (for financial matters), health

IT IS INCREDIBLY IMPORTANT FOR EVERYONE, ESPECIALLY THOSE WITH CHILDREN, TO HAVE THEIR BASIC ESTATE PLANNING IN PLACE.

care proxy and living will (for healthcare

What are some tips for selecting a

decision making), and may also include

financial advisor and estate planning

revocable trusts. Common gifting strategies

attorney?

important tax and planning opportunities

to reduce potential estate taxes include

JF: Ask lots of questions and include your

can be left on the table. A good legal advisor

implementing an annual gifting program,

spouse or family in the decision. Person-

should break down complicated legal

funding education costs through the use of

ality, education, capabilities, track record

issues into understandable terms, so you

529 plans, paying medical costs for family

and structure are all important. You also

walk away well informed and confident in

members or transferring growth on highly

want to make sure that you don’t engage an

your decisions. Also important is picking

appreciating assets to heirs by using a

advisor you could outgrow.

an advisor who is able to handle your

grantor retained annuity trust.

matters both today and in the future, as BJ: When selecting an attorney, make sure

you experience growth and changes in your

JF: Work closely with your attorney, CPA

he or she exhibits strong competence in

family, finances and career. Think of this

and financial advisors on opportunities

the trusts, estates and related tax plan-

as an opportunity to establish a long-term,

to efficiently gift assets out of your estate.

ning. Many legal advisors can draft an

trusted relationship instead of simply a

There are annual and lifetime exemptions

estate plan, but if it is not their daily focus,

one-time project.

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BY NICOLE FONZINO

LAUREN SIMONETTI

OX Business Network anchor Lauren

a very small market far from home. And I am

Simonetti says she’ll sleep when she’s

such a New Yorker! I decided to wait it out,

dead. That philosophy, passed on to

learn as much as I could about television, and

her by a college professor, has become her

strike when the time was right. Fast forward

mantra. From waking up at 1 a.m. for her 5

to 2010 when Fox Business Network gave

a.m. call time on FBN:AM to her new role

me my shot! I had been a field producer for

as mom, Simonetti has established and

the network at the time, covering major news

maintained a successful anchoring career

events and working so closely with photog-

on only four hours of sleep each night.

raphers and reporters that I finally had the

HudsonMOD spoke with the star anchor about her early TV beginnings, juggling multi-

essential hands-on experience. It’s exactly

Lauren Simonetti

what I needed.

ple roles and where she’s heading in the future.

time at home raising your family. What led you to pursue your career path?

What’s your advice to someone

What viewers might not know is you

We had storytelling contests in grade

interested in a similar career?

began your career at FOX as a behind-

school. We’d memorize a story and then

I always tell our interns and production

the-scenes producer. What made you

recite it in front of an audience. It was essen-

assistants to wait. The magic age is around

take that next step to go on television?

tially a big contest. I did it for a few years and

30. It’s hard to have credibility when you’re

I always wanted to be an anchor, and I knew

even won some competitions. My mother

so young. I say be patient, ask plenty of ques-

the path to get there would be long and not

suggested that I should be a television

tions and always volunteer to do more!

necessarily straightforward. I started making

reporter. She put the idea in my head. I ran

demo reels in college at various internships

with it. I’m that person who always listens to

What do you hope to achieve

and then in my free time when I got my first

my mother, even if not at first. She’s been my

professionally and personally in 10 years?

TV production job. The tapes weren’t great

biggest inspiration.

My goal is to continue to be happy. I know

and I was young, fresh out of grad school. So

that sounds like a cliché, but I have achieved

if anyone was going to hire me, it would be in

How do you juggle being a working

my goals in life: the family of my dreams, the

mom and an early-morning host?

career of my dreams. If I can continue to ex-

It’s hard. You have to perform your best on

pand both, in good health and in good spirits,

the job on very little sleep and need to have

I will consider myself the luckiest, happiest

energy to perform your best at home too. My

and most grateful person there is.

daughter naps before I get home, so unfor-

tunately, I don’t have the opportunity to

HudsonMOD’s tagline is a “Life Well

take naps with her. However, I find if I plan

Lived.” What’s your personal definition

activities for us to do together and stay busy,

of a life well lived?

I can keep my energy up. I tell a lot of par-

Travel. Go places. Go, go, go, go, go! I’ve been

ents-to-be that early morning hours really

to about 40 countries. Seeing the world is

work with a family. It’s a double reward: you

the most fascinating, rewarding and hum-

can have a career and also plenty of quality

bling experience. I want to travel forever.

FBN, which Simonetti has been a part of since its beginning, is celebrating its tenth anniversary and is now the leading business network on TV.

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UNCOMMONLY GOOD

ince opening its doors last year,

How did you come up with the name?

Common Lot has given New Jersey

We worked very closely with Perky Bros in

residents a New York City dining

Nashville on our branding and they assisted us

experience without having to travel into

with the naming. We wanted something that

the city. The new Millburn-based eatery,

reflects our straightforward and relaxed style,

opened by the talented duo Chef Ehren and

but most importantly we wanted it to reflect

Nadine Ryan, features a carefully curated

our belief that even the most beautifully

menu, vibrant ambiance and, of course,

prepared meal can’t be fully appreciated until

mouthwatering dishes. Perfectly crafted

people gather to enjoy it. So we feel Common

with seasonal produce and topped with the

Lot suggests that.

couple’s international cooking experience,

Common is something shared — like a tract

Chef Ehren and Nadine Ryan

each dish at Common Lot will send diners

of land or a space shared by community. Lot

on an unforgettable journey.

can be either a group of people or an area of

food. You get to see all the action during ser-

land. Cutting a long story short, Common Lot

vice. Our concept is that the diner purchases

You both grew up outside of the United

is a shared space serving folks who have gath-

a seat for the evening and then joins us for a

States. Why did you open Common Lot

ered together to share and enjoy a good meal.

culinary ride. Subject to any specific dietary restrictions, we will “feed you” dishes of our

in Millburn, NJ? When we decided that the time was right to

Tell us your approach to creating a dish.

choosing. Some dishes might be experimen-

open our own restaurant, the U.S. seemed

Our approach to creating a dish starts by

tal where we haven’t yet put them up on the

like the best fit for us. We looked at several

being in constant contact with our sup-

main menu while some might be variations

different areas, including Vermont, the

pliers. We need to know what’s coming

of the main menu. The multi-course tasting

Berkshires and NYC. However, we felt

into season, whether it be vegetables, fruit,

menu will be a surprise and is our take on

Millburn had everything we were looking

seafood or meat, and we then want them

the traditional chef’s table. Since you are

for and, in turn, felt we had something

to source the best available produce for us.

seated right on the kitchen, we invite you to

unique to offer Millburn. The proximity to

From there, we use the formal training and

interact and have fun with the chefs.

both NYC and the Paper Mill Playhouse

experiences gained from living and working

was a big drawcard for us, but in particular,

internationally to create a dish that is in-

Do you plan to expand Common Lot?

we already knew of a lot of people who regu-

teresting and exciting. That includes using

We are so grateful and proud of the reception

larly travelled into NYC for meals but were

different spices, combinations of flavors and

Common Lot has had. It has been a huge un-

very keen to have something more local and

a variety of cooking techniques.

dertaking and a lot of incredibly hard work,

with a more globally inspired cuisine.

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mon Lot team. But that makes it all the more

Kitchen Pass expect?

such a rewarding achievement. We will never

We have only four seats at the Kitchen Pass.

say never to opening another similar venture

You are literally seated right next to the

if the right opportunity arises, because this is

actual pass and look directly into the kitchen

what we love. We are so very fortunate to be

where the chefs are preparing and cooking

able to pursue our passion in this way.

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The Life WINGS

Built for speed: The TTX can reach up to 235 knots.

HEART OF H A RACER

ollywood adores underdog stories. So don’t expect this tale of the Cessna® TTX™ to be made into a movie anytime soon. Still, when aviation giant Cessna bought Columbia

Aircraft — deep in the throes of bankruptcy at the time — and its line of certificated aircraft made by renowned kitbuilder Lan-

THE TT X MIGHT NOT POSSESS UNDERDOG APPEAL, BUT ITS PRECIPITOUS RISE IS A TESTAMENT TO ITS STRENGTH AS A SINGLE-ENGINE, FIXED-GEAR AIRCRAFT — THE FASTEST IN ITS CLASS.

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cair for around $26 million (a steal), it was already years behind jumpstart newcomer Cirrus and its fleet of single-engine, fixedgear, piston-powered production airplanes. Traditionally, Cessna had been designing its airplanes in house. This was a big move, and a risky one. In poker parlance, it was as if Cessna had showed its hand before the flop.

BY SIMON MURRAY

However, instantly they had a pis-

“They are looking for an all-around per-

PERFORMANCE

ton-single hot rod that could directly com-

Takeoff Ground Roll

pete with the Cirrus SR22T, and, to a lesser

former, and the TTX is just that.”

1,280 ft

(390 m)

Max Climb Rate

1,400 fpm

(427 mpm)

If we’re indeed experiencing a shift

extent, the Mooney Acclaim S. All of a sud-

Service Ceiling

25,000 ft

(7,620 m)

from retractable to fixed-gear aircraft, TTX

den, the favorite had a dog in the fight.

Max Cruise Speed

235 ktas

(435 km/h)

Max Range

1,270 nm

(2,352 km)

is among the planes taking technology and

I’ll save you the labyrinthine details of

performance to the forefront. Roomy with seating for four, it’s also comfortable and

the name changes the Columbia 350 and 400 went through to become the jazzy TT , with the “TT” standing

technologically advanced with Garmin’s G2000 system, the most

for “twin turbocharged.” Suffice to say they were plenty and varied.

up-to-date flight deck in its category. Features include an available

(One of them was the Oregon-inspired moniker, “Corvalis”— the

anti-ice system certified for Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI) pro-

state where the aircraft was first produced.) That adventure was

tection, L-3 all-in-one standby instrument, traffic and terrain avoid-

short-lived, though. Following the economic downturn of 2008,

ance, ADS-B and sophisticated autoflight capability — namely the

Cessna was forced to close the Bend, Oregon plant and relocate

ESP (Electronic Stability and Protection) system, which automat-

manufacturing to Wichita, Kansas and then to Mexico. But Cessna

ically kicks in if the pilot becomes incapacitated, initiates a stall or

would prevail, and its investment would pay off in the long run.

otherwise loses control of the craft.

Which brings us to today, and the TT . The fact that the SR22 has X

attracted a cult-like following over the years — and indeed deserves

So who cares if Hollywood might never come calling. The TTX was born to play the hero in the story of your own choosing.

its acclaim — doesn’t diminish for one instant its sophistication and strength. This is a full-featured airplane: a very solid, all-composite construction reinforced with carbon-fiber strips that add strength to the entire wingspan. It’s an airplane that feels larger than it is — more Porsche Panamera than family sedan. But, really, if we’re comparing apples to oranges, the TTX is best described as the Porsche 918 Spyder of fixed-gear aircraft. That’s for one reason above all: it has

The TTX is equipped with an ESP system, which helps the pilot maintain stability; the flight deck’s touch-screen is run by the Garmin™ G2000™ system.

the heart of a racer. And that says nothing of the controls, which are a true sidestick, like the ones in an F-16 fighter that will have you feeling like a stand-in in Top Gun. A favorite of the racing circuit — and guys with nicknames like Goose and Maverick — the Continental TSIO-550-C six-cylinder, fuel-injected, twin-turbocharged engine with dual intercoolers powers the TTX to a max cruise speed of 235 knots (435 km/h) and a range of 1,250 nautical miles (2,315 km) at economy cruise speeds. Cessna says it’s the world’s fastest production fixed-gear aircraft on the market today. And it is — by a solid clip. “Time is valuable to our customers when it comes to meeting their business and lifestyle needs,” says Doug May, vice president of piston aircraft at Textron Aviation (Cessna’s parent company).

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ONE COOL CAT

LARRY GOLDMAN WORKED ON AND RACED CATAMARANS. BUT HE’S BEST REMEMBERED THE WORLD OVER FOR HIS EXCEPTIONALLY GOOD NATURE.

The MTI Lamborghini is modeled after Gino Gargiulo’s Aventador SuperVeloce Roadster.

y definition, the souped-up catamarans that compete in Pok-

today, requires a certain character, maybe even a larger-than-life fig-

er Runs America — high-speed powerboat races held across

ure, to the point where it’s hard to tell where the flashiness of the man

the country — are all flash, pageantry, pomp and razzle-

ends and that of the machine begins.

dazzle. They also move like the dickens.

Yet, that wasn’t the case with Larry Goldman, founder of Xtreme

Piloted by speed demons, they are the modern, supercharged ilk

Powerboats in Miami. Goldman, who passed away this year, was a

of the offshore racing boats in 1980s Miami that skipped across the

devoted family man and a permanent fixture at most major Poker

water like stones. Having the stones to pilot one, both back then and

Runs, charity events and Florida’s local boat shows. He was known in

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BY SIMON MURRAY

industry parlance as a “rigger”— someone who fixes, services and works on boats. Gino Gargiulo, his teammate and partner of more than 20 years, remembers him best for his cheerful, courteous and extremely generous demeanor. “He was the glue that really held all of these events together because he was the guy that

From top: A memorial photo of Larry Goldman (at left) placed next to one of his creations; the 52-foot catamaran is comprised of more than 100,000 custom Lamborghini parts such as the tailights and air vents.

dragged everybody,” says Gargiulo. “He was the guy that forced everybody in Miami to go to places like Kentucky and would get everybody’s boat ready. What was so incredible about the guy was he would help everybody.” Over the years, the two men worked on 12 boats together (six by the Missouri-based Marine Technology Inc.), designing and racing them as driver (Gargiulo) and throttleman (Goldman). The newest was a 52-foot, all-carbon-fiber, lime-green cat designed to match (down to the taillights and air vents) Gargiulo’s Lamborghini Aventador SuperVeloce (SV) Roadster. Gargiulo estimates it contains 100,000 custom Lamborghini parts. “There’s so much of him in the boat,” says Gargiulo. “Every month he would fly to Missouri to check on the progress.” The two men had an unbreakable bond developed over years of racing together. They were so close that they could anticipate each other’s moves, according to Gargiulo. In 2010, they broke the speed record for pleasure boats at a cool 193 MPH. (You can see a video of their run on YouTube, still a record). They also surpassed a long-standing endurance record which had stood for more than 28 years. Blasting from Miami to the Bahamas and back again, they finished the run in — get this — one hour and 44 seconds! Although outside the boat the partners were known for their camaraderie, in the boat they fought like cats, says Gargiulo. He likens

placeable. After Goldman’s passing, Gargiulo decided to put the SV up

their racing relationship to marriage.

for sale. The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout, in Missouri, was the first race

MTI “SV” Catamaran Length: 52’ Beam: 12’ Power: Twin Mercury Racing 1350/1550 engines Top Speed: 185+ MPH Price: $1.2 million

“In the boat we would fight

he attended after his friend passed away. He wasn’t planning to go, but “I

from the second we got in to

had a hundred people — a thousand people — talk me into going on this

the second we got out,” he says,

event,” says Gargiulo. “I opened up the hatch to turn the batteries on,

chuckling. “He always insisted

and the first thing I see is Larry’s life jacket sitting there. It just killed me.

on telling me where to go. And

As the day went on, I had probably 50 people come up to me and share

it was like, ‘You do your job

stories about him.”

and I’ll do mine!’” Their relaionship was irre-

Gargiulo adds, “He was just one of those guys... friends with everyone.”

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FORM EQUALS FUNCTION

CALIFORNIA CLOSETS TRANSFORMS HOMES WITH EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOM DESIGNS AIMED AT INCREASING RELAXATION AND ENJOYMENT BY NICOLE HADDAD

reat ideas are born of necessity. And so it was with California Closets. In 1978, a 17-year-old college student by the name of Neil Balter, frustrated with the lack of functionality and space in his dorm-room closet, came up with an innovative solution to the problem. Voila! A custom closets company was born. What started with a classic line of storage solutions, including a European wall-mounted rail system with mitered drawers and melamine materials, expanded into a total custom storage-solution company that targets all areas of the home, including the garage, home office, kitchen and pantry. Today, consumers can choose from a variety of lines available in beautiful finishes, colors and styles. They also can select luxury countertops, hardware, shelving systems, accents, lighting and accessories. California Closets has more than 120 showrooms and hundreds of designers across North America and plans to continue to grow. Shellie Topper, a senior design consultant whose family has owned showrooms in northern New Jersey since 1986, describes her work as rewarding because it makes a difference in people’s lives. “People don’t consider the value of a beautiful organized closet or space until they have it,” she says. “It makes their lives easier and the experience of getting dressed in the mornings faster and less stressful. Who doesn’t want more time in their day?” Your home, after all, should be your sanctuary, a place that promotes relaxation and re-

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Opposite: California Closetsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; capabilities run the design gamut. Shown: A custom library with rolling ladder.

From top: Master the art of saving space with a Murphy Bed (wall bed) surrounded by a media center; walk-in closets are always in demand; maximize your productivity with custom shelving, ample counter space and lower desk cabinets designed to conceal office supplies and technology.

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flects your values and personality. A cluttered, disorganized space has the opposite effect. HOW DOES CALIFORNIA CLOSETS WORK? First, a design consultant visits your house for a complimentary session, getting to know your space and understanding what will and won’t work for your lifestyle. The consultant comes up with a tailored design based on the project’s scope and your budget and lifestyle needs. Each consultant is trained in California Closets’ proprietary CAD software which allows clients to see a 3D version of how their finished space will look: materials, hardware, accessories and all. Once approved, the custom design is sent to one of the manufacturing centers to be crafted. Die-hard naysayers might scoff at the feasibility and importance of enhancing your space through design, but California Closets has the system down pat. Tired of losing scarves or ties, or not being able to see your jewelry? The company offers a full system of tie, belt and scarf

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racks, all easy to use in pull-out form. It also provides convenient solutions such as pull-out or tilt-out hampers and baskets with liners to serve as protective barriers, popup charging stations, motorized TV lifts, and integrated safes and locks, including a remotecontrolled stealth lock on your jewelry drawer. Into shoes? The array of available con-

From top: The perfect custom craft room; a garage can be just as chic and organized as the rest of your home. figurations and systems turns storage into an art form. Lit panels, decorative glass doors, slanted shelves and organizational options ensure space for everything from

high heels to boots. Left and right: California butler’s pantry; Closets is not just an ideal reach-in about wardrobe closet. systems. It’s also about transforming any part of your home through smart design. Examples include beds that seamlessly integrate into the wall when not in use, technology-management systems for entertainment centers with hidden hardware, push-to-open drawers, LED puck lighting and custom built-in cabinetry suited to your taste. Kitchens and pantries receive the fullstart functionality treatment with sliding storage shelves, pull-out baskets and slideout wine racks. Need an efficient workspace? Besides pull-out keyboards and hidden cords, a fusion track wall system creates horizontal space savers, docking stations serve technological needs, and popup stations supply power. Worried about your carbon footprint? California Closets offers environmentally sustainable options that reflect the beauty the company is known for. The best part? California Closets White Glove Service means the design process and installation are based on your individual needs.

GET IN SHAPE

Time is of the essence, so when your closet is in disarray, you’re asking for a headache. SHELLIE TOPPER, senior design consultant at California Closets, says, “A custom-designed and organized closet goes a long way towards a nice daily experience.” She recommends cleaning out your closet twice a year. A favorite tip of hers? “Take everything out and place it back on the hanger the wrong way. If in six months, the hanger is still turned the wrong way (meaning you haven’t worn it), give it away!” ERIC HIMEL, fashion stylist and originator of the term “closet purge,” suggests another approach, this one with immediate benefits. “Your life changes, your needs change, and your body changes,” he says. “Literally take everything out of your closet, try everything on and ask yourself these three questions: Does it fit? Does it feel good on you? Does it reflect who you are and how you want others to see you?” As you can guess, if the answer is no, the answer is also: purge! Himel recommends organizing your closet by type, season and color — not according to how often you wear something — and suggests not treating your closet as if it were any other room in your home. Cleanliness and organization are key. Interested in more in-depth tips? Visit HudsonMOD.com for a fun video with experts. HUDSONMOD.com VOLUME 6.3

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NEW HEIGHTS

ASCENT LOUNGE, DESIGNED BY JEFFREY BEERS, IS AN ELEGANT SPOT TO RAISE A GLASS AND TAKE IN A DISTINCTLY NEW YORK CITY VIEW.

fter an arduous day of shopping in the world’s most luxu-

Carrie Packin and Dave and Lori Nader, the mas-

rious stores along Fifth Avenue, Central Park South and

terminds behind the award-winning 48 Lounge in

Columbus Circle, a hidden jewel awaits you on the fourth

Rockefeller Center. The lounge — an elegant en-

floor of the Time Warner Center. Ascent Lounge is the perfect spot for an after-work or pre-theater cocktail, or a late-night nosh. It is the latest endeavor by City Nights Hospitality — a cutting-edge company created by impresarios Brian and

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try into the Restaurant and Bar Collection in the

Ascent Lounge offers guests premier menu selections, cocktails and extraordinary views of Central Park.

Shops at Columbus Circle — joins a prestigious list of Michelin-starred restaurants such as Per Se, Porter House, MASA and Landmarc. Designed by Jeffrey Beers of the eponymous design firm Jeffrey

BY DEBORAH L. MARTIN

Beers International, the elegant space redefines the cocktail lounge. The renowned designer used his trademark elegant wit, innovation and sophistication to create an open plan that accommodates up to 600 guests, while retaining a romantic and intimate atmosphere with small seating areas that can be moved to accommodate larger parties. The ultra-chic lounge’s neutral palette is offset by a rich, jewel-like tone of plum and raspberry that pops against metal accents. Plush, diamond-stitched banquettes are designed for intimacy and strategically placed to take in the views of Central Park, Columbus Circle and Lincoln Center. Mirrored panels, crystal chandeliers and a mirrored bar with floating shelves reflect city lights.

mahi, or decadent lobster tail skewers.

Says Beers, “The design is modern, chic and sexy, and we gave the

The menu also includes brick-oven pizzas

space a sense of mystery and drama with a large-scale screen in the en-

and paninis. For dessert, liven things up with

tryway. It emphasizes elegance and exclusivity, while stirring a sense of

Piña Pop Rocks, a piña colada ice cube doused

wonder for onlookers.”

with Malibu coconut liqueur, pineapple juice

Ascent’s menu has a four-category cocktail list that includes sea-

Counterclockwise: Mixed platter; tater tots served with truffle oil and chive dipping sauce; and cocktails, all served at Ascent Lounge.

and coconut almond milk.

sonal, signature, neo-classical and wanderlust cocktails. Indulge in

Besides offering amazing views of Columbus Circle, Lincoln Cen-

the Ascent, a heady mix of Hendrick’s Gin, Canton Ginger Liqueur

ter, Central Park and Midtown, Ascent is a prime central location for

and fresh lemon juice, topped off with Veuve Clicquot champagne, or

events. The venue offers a full range of packages for an intimate cock-

the Fred & Ginger, a modern take on the Old Fashioned, created with

tail gathering to a large party, and the mixologists and service staff

Hudson Baby Bourbon, Amaro Averna Liqueur, bitters, fresh mud-

provide a complete experience for the most sophisticated clientele.

dled ginger and a crystalized ginger garnish. The sexy Desire is made with Stolichnaya Elit, Crème de Violette, St. Germaine and white cranberry juice, and garnished with an edible flower encased in an ice sphere. In addition to a creative cocktail menu, there is an impressive list of craft beer, reserve wines, champagnes and bottle service, including the finest scotch, bourbon, tequila and cognac. The full menu of shared plates features decadent treats such as truffle mac & cheese, Wagyu beef sliders with applewood smoked bacon and truffled aioli, New Zealand lamb lollipops and miso lobster rolls dressed in miso butter. Or go tropical with fish tacos made with grilled mahi

Brian and Carrie Packin of City Nights Hospitality.

An Unforgettable Shift By Stephanie Krikorian

Back in the day, television shows were big on using the old-fashioned cliffhanger in the season finale, leaving audiences desperately wondering what next yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premiere would bring to their favorite characters and plotlines. Empire is one of only a handful of shows that maintains that tradition. In May, it offered up one whopper of a summer send-off for Season 3 and a big shocker in the first episode of Season 4, which started on FOX on September 27.

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Since its airdate in 2015, Empire has grown to become one of TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest hits, and received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Television Series - Drama in 2016. Left to right: Jussie Smollett, Taraji P. Henson, Terrence Howard, Bryshere Gray and Trai Byers.

SPOILER ALERT: If you plan to binge the show or haven’t yet hit play on your DVR for this year’s premiere, you may want to stop reading right now. To explain the upcoming season, you first need to understand what happened in

“It’s very exciting to watch characters grow in television roles, and mine is one of the most inspiring rides I’ve ever been on,” Howard enthuses.

the final minutes of last year’s installment,

Was the memory loss real? Would it last?

ever been on,” Howard enthuses. “I love being

when Cookie and Lucious decided to make

Why was Demi Moore there and was she

able to navigate between the humanity and

a go of their relationship and travel to-

good or evil? (Well, that last question prob-

the darkness.”

gether, handing over the reigns of Empire

ably didn’t inspire too much wondering.)

That emotional upgrade was plainly seen

to Andre (Trai Byers). They didn’t know

Cut to this September’s premiere and

in the first episode in the relationship be-

(and still don’t!) that Andre had been plot-

months of rehabilitation. Lucious still can’t

tween Lucious and his son Jamal, played by

ting to blow up their car in Vegas. Despite a

remember anything about his old life. For

Jussie Smollett. Lucious’ acceptance of Ja-

last-minute change of heart, the bomb was

now, the amnesia is real. In a but-wait-

mal’s sexuality has been strained at best. At

detonated, leaving Cookie unscathed but

there’s-more moment, audiences learned

the dinner table in the season opener, how-

Lucious in the hospital with amnesia and

that Lucious lost part of one leg in the attack.

ever, audiences saw a kinder, better Lucious.

a seemingly twisted caretaker and healer

They also discovered that New Lucious

played by none other than Demi Moore.

isn’t anything like the old one, emotionally

“We’ve seen this shift from Lucious to-

speaking. The transformation has al-

wards Jamal before. The difference here is

lowed award-winning actor Terrence

that there’s no ulterior motive coming from

Howard to plumb new depths in his

him. Before, there was always some sort of

portrayal of the sometimes violent and

manipulation associated with it,” Smollett

all-times-calculating Lucious.

explains. “This time around, because he

It’s a legitimate evolution, notes Smollett.

“Traumatic brain injury is very real,

doesn’t remember who he is, he really has

and as much as Lucious would like to

nothing attached to it. It truly is the first time

return to life before the explosion, he is

we’re seeing Lucious 100 percent certain that

forced to contend with a new normal,”

he is genuine in the words that he’s saying.”

says Howard. “In many ways, I am forced to inhabit a new character.” A new character indeed. New Lucious seems enlightened, humbled

Smollett’s portrayal of Jamal has been praised by critics, but response from his fans has been the true reward for this actor and indie musician.

and more gentle as he tries to learn

“The outpouring of love from the fans

more about his past and the secrets

has been overwhelming. Of course, it’s been

and scars that make up the decades

from babies and children and adults from

of his life that he cannot remember.

the LGBTQ community, but also you’d be

“It’s very exciting to watch charac-

surprised by the number of people who

ters grow in television roles, and mine

come up to me and talk about how Jamal

is one of the most inspiring rides I’ve

has made them feel less alone. Jamal has resonated with everybody,” says Smollett.

Jussie Smollett (left) and Terrence Howard (right) portraying Jamal and Lucious Lyon in Season 2’s episode “Fires of Heaven.”

“Of course, we love music, but we also love the underdog. We all can identify with that

SĂ¸llerĂ¸d Kro, the Michelin star-rated eatery, offers patrons a la carte, four- or six-course menus.

Taraji P. Henson, who previously costarred with Terrence Howard in Hustle & Flow, convinced him to take the role as Lucious Lyon in Empire.

Smollett performing at Empireâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s season finale party at the Ace Hotel in Los Angeles.

“I want to direct because I am trying to be the black, male Barbra Streisand,” Smollett says only partly in jest.

er and director) as he prepares for this new experience on the show. Howard won’t reveal any show details, but he guarantees more quality writing. He points out that he likes being in the dark

at some point. There’s not one human be-

cast and this pedigree and Lee Daniels and

about what the show has in store in the

ing in this world who has not felt misjudged

the support of FOX, she saw an inevitability

coming months because he enjoys taking

or has not felt like someone has a precon-

I didn’t. I’m glad I listened to her.”

a ride along with the rest of us, anxiously

ceived notion of who they are without any

Smollett, humble and grateful to the

real idea of who they are. And we all feel

masterminds behind Empire, confesses he

like the underdog. Jamal is just a man try-

is thrilled a role like this came his way, one

“It starts with the writing and infuses

ing to make it work.”

that allows him to draw on both his acting

into the acting,” Howard notes. “You need

Whether or not that dynamic shifts and

chops and his music as an indie artist, plus

to create compelling characters that fans

the old Lucious reverts to the unaccepting

a bit of himself, to help shape Jamal. “It’s

need to engage with. It sounds simple,

father he once was, the level of intensity be-

been just a blessing,” he says.

tween the two characters will continue. Off screen, it’s nothing but respect.

this season? Of course, Howard

“We’re dear friends and we keep it hon-

and Smollett won’t give anything juicy away. We did learn that Smol-

comments Howard. “It’s an honor to work

lett has a busy 2018 teed up. He has

with such a remarkable young talent.”

an album out in March, a family

No discussion of Empire would be com-

recipe cookbook called The Family

plete without mention of the queen of

Table hitting shelves in May and in

zingers, Cookie Lyon, played by Taraji P.

January will be directing an epi-

Henson. This season in particular, we find

sode of the show.

ognition, the top job and more. But will she lose Lucious in the process?

ers week after week.

So, what’s in store for Empire

est, respectful, supportive, loving and fun,”

Cookie gets what she deserves: power, rec-

waiting to see what the writing team deliv-

Directing is something he’s always wanted to do.

but of course, it’s

In the Season 1 episode “Our Dancing Days,” the Lyon family discusses the future of Empire Records.

“I want to direct because I am trying to be

shockingly difficult.

It’s not just Cookie who has serious clout

the black, male Barbra Streisand,” Smollett

When it all comes

to make things happen. Taraji herself is the

says only partly in jest. “I want to be able to do

together, there is a

reason Howard took the role of Lucious

everything and I want to do everything well.”

bit of magic and serendipity involved.”

Lyon. When Howard, famous for intense portrayals on the big screen (Crash, Win-

He’s been driven by that vision for a long time.

Demi Moore’s character will likely grow more complex, maybe Cookie will become

nie and Ray, to name a few), first read the

“I’ve been shadowing people from Season

more frustrated with Lucious’ loss of mem-

pilot, he wasn’t convinced this was the role

1. The first person who caught that was John

ory, and as Howard tells us, it’s a whole new

for him. But after a successful pairing with

Singleton. I was sitting behind him, studying.

Empire for the Lyon family.

Taraji in Hustle & Flow (for which Howard

He turned around and said, ‘You want to di-

received an Academy Award nomination),

rect, don’t you?’ and I said, ‘So badly.’”

“You’ll see the characters you love and those you love to hate,” he says, “but since

she gave him the nudge that made it happen.

Since then, Smollett has made a point

the accident the whole game has been up-

“I had to be talked into it by Taraji,” re-

to study and solicit advice from everyone,

set and the past is gone and a new normal is

members Howard. “She was right: with this

including Sanaa Harris (executive produc-

taking shape.”

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Yearning for Yurman Renowned jeweler designers David and Sybil Yurman celebrate the debut of their iconic companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fall collection and the grand opening of its first boutique on Chicagoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Magnificent Mile. BY TATE GUNNERSON

Sybil and David Yurman, photographed by Peter Lindbergh.

NDER THE RIGHT CONDI-

been a huge brand supporter and its connection with

tions, Earth produces dia-

art parallels our love of art,” David explains. “We felt

monds, sapphires and other

connected to all the cultural institutions here. It’s a city

precious jewels that have

where art is as relevant and essential as the sport teams.”

captivated people since the

The new boutique’s monolithic black facade frames

beginning of time. David and

the glowing windows as if they were gems in their own

Sybil Yurman take things

right. Inside, replicas of David’s bronze sculptures and

from there, incorporating these precious materials into

Sybil’s abstract paintings provide context and establish a

sculptural jewelry and timepieces in artful ways that

gallery-like backdrop for their work, which is displayed in

augment their natural brilliance. David describes it as

elegant cabinetry made of wood, brass and glass. Bespoke

“dreaming with our hands.”

or limited-edition pieces that sell for upwards of $100,000

“This is not a brand driven by trend,” he explains. “We

are illuminated in stand-alone brass and glass cases: for

have always been about expressing classical elements of

example, one of their classic Cable bracelets done in white

design through modern materials, techniques and context.”

gold studded with diamonds or a breathtaking necklace

Their uncanny ability to elevate even the most magnifi-

from the Petals collection with 40 karats of diamonds.

cent material has made the couple cultural tastemakers and

“As true collectors, working with the finest stones

transformed the small outfit they started nearly four decades

and materials in ways that are unique to our brand has

ago into a multimillion-dollar juggernaut with a network of

always been of the utmost importance,” David explains,

luxury retailers worldwide and 47 retail and concession outposts throughout the United States, Canada and France. Their latest is a brand-new flagship store on Michigan Avenue, aka the Magnificent Mile, a busy shopping destination that rivals 5th Avenue. “The city has always

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“Sybil and I are artists at heart, I a sculptor and she a painter,” David says. “It’s that foundation that sets us apart as jewelers and speaks to our core client base.”

David Yurman welding. He has spent years developing his signature twist motif.

noting that their new Barrels collection is an expression

kamp’s New York studio, where David was honing his craft

of his love for crystalline structures and shapes. “We

as an apprentice. When she asked him to make a sculpture

were able to mix 18K gold with unique touches of color

that she could wear, he welded a series of small bronze fig-

using amazonite, black onyx and, on rings, cabochon ru-

ures together into a necklace he called Dante. (A replica is

bies and sapphires embellishments.”

showcased in a brass “heritage wall” in the lobby of the new

Many of the pieces sport an iconic cable motif that

Chicago boutique.) “Sybil and I are artists at heart, I a sculp-

dates to the debut of the Cable bracelet in 1983. It shows

tor and she a painter,” David says. “It’s that foundation that

up in a drop earring, for instance, or as the setting for

sets us apart as jewelers and speaks to our core client base.”

a pair of studs. “The jewelry, architecture and deco-

After nearly 40 years of marriage, Sybil is still

rative arts of the ancient Greeks, Scythians, Celts and

David’s muse, her vibrant abstract paintings inspiring

Renaissance Italians relied on twisted linear motifs,”

many pieces. The predominant form in the X collec-

David explains. He has spent years bundling, twisting

tion was taken from one of her abstract paintings by the

and warping wires, slowly evolving the form from its

same name. “Our company is based on this concept, a

original iteration. “Yet even through reinvention, to this

balance between yin and yang, between David and my-

day it remains one of our most identifiable designs.”

self,” Sybil explains. ”Everything we do relates to both

The couple met in the late 1970s when Sybil Kleinrock walked in to apply for a job in sculptor Hans Van de Boven-

of our aesthetic sensibilities, one masculine (the sculptor) and one feminine (the painter).” It’s no surprise that the couple’s fantastic sculptural designs are a red-carpet staple for men and women alike. At the 2017 Grammys, Demi Lovato paired a stunning see-through number by Julien Macdonald with eye-popping pieces from Yurman’s Continuance Collection. Good Morning America anchor Robin Roberts dazzled at the 89th Oscars in a pair of 18K gold Pebble earrings with citrine and cognac diamonds. However, no face is more associated with the brand than Kate Moss, the wearer of many collections going back to 2004. “The Yurman woman doesn’t focus on trend. She likes to style her pieces or have our experts help her with styling iconics with new,” Sybil says. The men’s line, designed by Evan Yurman (the couple’s son and chief creative officer), is just as intriguing, using masculine materials in heirloom-worthy pieces that look as good with a tuxedo as they do with a pair of jeans and a T-shirt. Think jeweled amulets, skull rings carved from me-

Clockwise from top: Putnam Angel cuff, which was sold by Putnam Art Works, a name David and Sybil used to sell pieces of their earlier collections; Dante necklace, which Yurman originally designed for his then-girlfriend Sybil. The cable motif appears in many of the designer’s collections as seen in these Renaissance Cable bracelet sketches and Icarus sculpture.

teorite and dog tags made of forged carbon (the same ma-

family affair. In addition to working on future collections,

terial used in Formula One racecars). The line has its own

David is looking forward to revisiting direct welding: “a

room in the Chicago boutique, which is distinguished by

refocus on purity of form,” he explains. The couple is also

black walls and modern furnishings that suit the edgy designs.

hard at work on a weighty coffee table that will be released

“Evan is so talented as a designer with an astute sense of the brand,” David explains, describing him as invaluable to the company. There’s no end in sight for what has always been a

in time for the holidays. “We are co-creators and co-collaborators, and we inspire each other,” Sybil explains. “Everything we do is rooted in our heritage as artists, yet it evolves.”

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PORSCHES ARE FOREVER PORSCHE 918 SPYDER – PORSCHE 911R BY DOM MILIANO WHILE STOCKS, BONDS, GOLD, ART AND REAL ESTATE ARE CONSIDERED

by financial advisors to be sound investments, if you love driving cars, let me suggest that there’s another, more exciting option for you to invest in: modern sports cars. Of course, as with the aforementioned more common investments, you have to buy wisely. Plunking down your money on an AMC Pacer, with apologies to Wayne’s World, isn’t going to net you much behind-the-wheel fun or upside potential profit. Experts say investment-grade cars are ones made in limited numbers that have thousands of loyal, passionate fans chasing after them. My personal favorite marque is Porsche. Here’s why...

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2015 Porsche 918 Spyder: sleek, sexy and eminently collectible.

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THE LATEST PORSCHE SUPER CAR IS THE 918. IT CAME TO MARKET WITH A NEARLY $1-MILLION STICKER AND MANY SMART BUYERS BOUGHT THEM AND HAVE STORED THEM AS INVESTMENTS. A friend recently sold his more than 65-year-old Porsche 356

Group B Rally/Race entrant — was one of the first temptations and

for several hundred thousand dollars above what he paid 20 years

sold in the $200,000 to $300,000 range. Unfortunately, because

ago. Another friend sold a rare 1952 Porsche America Roadster to

the 959 was made in such limited numbers, Porsche didn’t want

the Porsche Museum for a reported seven-figure price tag. Even the

to crash a few to comply with the USA government safety regu-

1950s Porsche Speedsters — originally introduced by legendary im-

lations and they were never sold legally on our shores. Microsoft

porter Max Hoffman as tempting low-priced strippers — are com-

founder Bill Gates bought one anyway and even offered to have

manding country home–level bucks... a really nice country home.

his technical experts write a crash-simulation program to sat-

In fact, most Porsches with air-cooled engines (principally 911s and

isfy the testing requirement. The car sat for years in an interna-

356s) are experiencing solid market appreciation.

tional trade zone until it was old enough to be legally registered.

However, unless you are well schooled in the minutiae of these

Today, a well-maintained, low-mileage 959 can garner seven-

classics, you could wind up buying a rust bucket in need of a com-

figure money at auction and, for that reason, they have started to

plete restoration. That’s because early Porsches (pre-1976) were

be traded higher and higher.

made of ungalvanized steel that quickly became food for the dreaded

The next super car from Stuttgart was the Carrera GT. With a

iron worms! For that reason, if you’re considering buying an early

V10, 605hp, mid-engine motor and carbon fiber chassis, these race-

air-cooled Porsche, seek the advice of a well-respected authority

car-for-the-street Porsches of concours d’elegance quality and with

(contact the Porsche Club of America for names of local experts).

super-low mileage are holding their value, reaching nearly a million

And while these early cars have their fans and can be fun to drive,

dollars at auction last year. That high price brought many Carrera

modern Porsches are much more rust resistant, reliable and, quite

GTs to the market (the forces of supply and demand are at work!) so

frankly, thrilling to drive! Here are two I think are worth considering.

the market has cooled, but $750,000 is currently the “ask” for the

Unlike Ferrari which brings a supercar to the market every deThe 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder’s top speed is estimated to be 200 mph.

very best. Cars with high mileage still trade near $500,000.

cade or so (e.g., 288 GTO, F40, F50, Enzo and

If you’re looking for a fun, investment-grade car to drive, though.

LaFerrari), Porsche is more conservative in its

this one is not without a caveat. The Carrera GT’s handling char-

forays. The Porsche 959 — designed as a 1980s

acteristics were designed with the input of World Rally Champion Walter Röhrl — a man whose behind-thewheel skills are second to none. Speaking to an Australian auto magazine during the car’s development, he said the Carrera GT is so powerful that it was “the first car in my life I drive and I feel scared.” Personally, I have ridden with Röhrl on a twisting mountain road above Monaco on the route of the Monte Carlo Rally. He proved to be incredibly skilled and fearless. He drove at the limit on a narrow road, along the edge of a mountain a

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The 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder has a full touch-screen center console and Burmester® surround sound system.

formance this truly is. A friend who was a passenger in a 918 that

thousand meters high.

nology described the experience as dizzying, almost disorienting.

Then we entered a

At a press event, David Donohue told me that he had driven the

cloudbank and, with a

918 for a magazine article and, unlike the tricky handling of the

sly grin on his face, he

Carrera GT, described it as the easiest car to drive fast he has ever

went even faster! If driving the Carrera GT got his attention, you

tried. A local owner in New Jersey who plans to have the highest

have to know it’s a handful!

mileage Porsche 918 in the world says that it’s so fine a car that

was accelerated to 100mph using the car’s “launch control” tech-

My favorite Carrera GT story involves the legendary Jay Leno

you can drive it as if it were an ordinary commuter gas-and-go. It

and two-time Daytona 24 Hour winner, David Donohue. While

has no bad habits and even gets decent fuel mileage. He opined, “I

filming a TV show about Leno and Donohue driving two Porsche

could give it to my wife to go to the store and know that she would

Carrera GYs on a racetrack, Leno went out and promptly spun the

not only be able to drive it safely, she would love it.”

car at over triple-digit speeds. Loud skidding tire noises were heard

Although the car has recently gone out of production, a few

and clouds of smoke were seen in the pits. Since the shooting was

have come to market, many with a very low number of miles on

taking place on a NASCAR oval with concrete walls everywhere,

the odometer. Prices have varied, with one currently being mar-

Donohue worried that Leno had hit a wall and was in need of im-

keted for $2 million that has been driven only 98 miles. As with

mediate assistance. Donohue jumped into the second Carrera GT

all investments, market forces affect resale prices. But these very

and drove toward the smoke and sound. To his great surprise, Leno

modern and exciting, limited-production Porsches have the po-

had not crashed and was driving back to the pits in the wrong di-

tential to be an appreciating asset with the added benefit of being

rection! Approaching each other at what Donohue estimated was

an absolute joy to drive. One other interesting thing about the 918:

a closing speed of close to 300mph, it took all of his skills to avoid

if you were an original purchaser, Porsche offered you the oppor-

a real tragedy.

tunity to buy another limited-production Porsche — the 911 R, the

The latest Porsche super car is the 918. It came to market with

other model that has become an instant collectible.

a nearly $1-million sticker and many smart buyers bought them

The Porsche 911 R name harkens back to an earlier time when

and have stored them as investments. I say, too bad for those folks!

the original 1967 911 R was a lightweight racecar with a Carrera

These cars are gasoline/electric hybrids that have a combined

6 (906) 2.0-liter flat six tucked out back. Porsche got the weight

nearly 1,000hp. Top speed is estimated to be 200mph, 0-60 was

down to an incredible 1,810 lbs. using fiberglass panels and other

measured at 2.2 to 2.4 seconds (depending on the track and driv-

tricks. Porsche hoped to use these cars for production racing and

er), and sub-10-second quarter-mile times are achievable.

tried to convince (read, trick) the racing sanctioning bodies into

However, numbers alone can’t communicate the kind of per-

allowing these highly modified cars to run in stock class without

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having to build and sell the 500 units required by the homologa-

foot on the gas. Because the new 911 R is a very limited production

tion dictates. The rules makers were too smart for this and, as a

car, Porsche didn’t feel the need to worry about MPG, just MPH!

result, only twenty 911 Rs (and three prototypes) were ever built,

Of course, the new 911 R doesn’t have carburetors, but it does

making them one of the most collectible and valuable 911s in the

possess quite a few throwback touches that will make fans with

history of the marque.

knowledge of the earlier cars smile. For example, the deeply con-

The modern Porsche 911 R is not a stripper

toured bucket seats have houndstooth

like its forbearer, but it does have a few tricks up

cloth inserts called pepita, a pattern pop-

its sleeve that make this both a collector’s and

ular in the 1960s cars. The dashboard

driver’s dream ride. First, it’s nearly 275 pounds

gauges even have the identical green

lighter than the racetrack-oriented GT3 RS. It

markings of Porsche speedometers and tachometers long gone by! That is very cool to this ex-Porsche 356C owner. Yet the biggest and some would argue best 911 R feature is the slick-shifting 6-speed, three pedals on the floor, genuine manual transmission. That’s because fans of the marque believe that a manual transmission gives a skilled driver a better driving experience. Personally, I think that if you have never driven a sports car with a manual transmission, you are missing one of motoring’s greatest thrills. When you are in a good car on a great road with no traffic, expertly rowing up and down through the gears, matching revs to your speed, is a magical experience. The Porsche faithful all know this and while the amazing 7-speed PDK (Porsche Doppelkupplung) is faster on the racetrack and easier on the left foot in heavy traf-

Wolfgang Hatz and Walter Röhrl speak about the 918 Spyder’s run on the Nurburgring, which set a record.

achieves this by using a racecar-inspired carbon

fic, lots of manual-transmission fans exist and Porsche is only too

fiber hood and front fenders. The roof is made of a

pleased to give devotees what they crave.

super lightweight (but super strong) magnesium

Even casual fans of the Porsche line know that the factory as-

alloy. Tipping the scales at around 3,021lbs., it’s

signs a “type” number to each model it builds. For example, the

certainly heavier than the 1967 model, but an-

early models were assigned 356. This tradition has continued

orexic when compared to other modern supercars.

to today with the current 911 cars assigned 991. Since the 911 R

Another surprise: the 500hp flat-six motor isn’t turbocharged.

falls under this umbrella, Porsche made the decision to build only

This is an homage to the original air-cooled 911 R Porsche. I em-

991 of the 911 R models worldwide. Initially, out of loyalty to its

phasize this because our EPA rules for fuel efficiency and the soon-

best customers, Porsche 918 buyers were offered the opportunity

to-arrive worldwide fuel-economy standards will push all perfor-

to buy a 911 R. After that, any that weren’t spoken for were sold

mance-oriented carmakers to use turbocharging to pass pollution

through the dealer network.

and fuel-mileage tests. The reason is something engineers call vol-

I had the chance to meet the boss of Porsche’s GT division, An-

umetric efficiency. This is geek-speak for lots of power on tap when

dreas Preuninger, last year at the NY Auto Show and he impressed

you want it but good fuel mileage if you don’t drive with a heavy

me as a dedicated, passionate “car guy.” He readily admits that the

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911 R isn’t as refined as the other 911 models. To get the weight down,

devotees, R&T added, “The elements those

things such as sound deadening and air conditioning are not part of

GT masters chose read like a Porsche purist’s

the basic package. He calls it the automotive equivalent of a motor-

fantasy build. Every piece [was] selected to

cycle. He told Car and Driver magazine, “It’s a car just for a fun day.

offer the most direct, connected experience

It’s about how good you feel in the car and not how fast you can go.”

possible. Similarly, what was left out (weight, sound insulation,

No rear seating and a manual transmission add to the lightweight nature of the 911 R.

Okay, so I’ve hinted how Porsche tweaked the 911 R to give it a

PDK gearbox) further reinforces the car’s unwavering objective:

historic sensibility, but how does it drive? Quoting again from Car

unfiltered driving.” That whispers to anyone with an interest in

and Driver, “The 911 R is an impressively neutral handler… you

Porsches: You will really want to drive a 911 R.

would have to try hard to generate understeer. But predictably,

While these cars came to our shores for a few bucks under

this is no tail-happy hoon-mobile, either. The car just feels planted

$190,000 without options, they are already finding their way to

and forgiving.” All right, I don’t know what a hoon-moble is either,

the secondary market and the prices are climbing already. First,

but it probably isn’t very good. More important, the magazine add-

there were only 300 Porsche 918 owners in the USA who could

ed, “The 911 R is simply spectacular to drive. It is a joyous thing.

claim their 911 R “birthright” and not all of them grabbed the brass

“THE 911 R IS SIMPLY SPECTACULAR TO DRIVE. IT IS A JOYOUS THING. AND IT’S PROOF POSITIVE THAT PLENTY OF GERMANS KNOW HOW TO HANG IT ALL OUT THERE AND JUST HAVE A GOOD TIME.” And it’s proof positive that plenty of Germans know how to hang it

ring. That means, lucky buyers (maybe some were speculators)

all out there and just have a good time.”

were able to get in at the bargain-basement price. Of course, as

Another magazine whose road tests I trust is Road & Track.

soon as some hit the auction circuit (a well-optioned one sold in

R&T almost ran out of superlatives when they wrote about time

February 2017 for $550,000) and the sale prices are announced,

spent in the 911 R’s driver’s seat. “When tasked or, more accurate-

more may be sold and the market will speak... perhaps shout? But

ly, blessed with the opportunity to craft the most driver-focused

if you are looking for a rare, fun, exciting investment, a Porsche 911

of modern 911s, the team’s mission was clear: The 911 R must be

R may be exactly what your portfolio needs.

light, responsive, and communicative, and above all else, it must

Personal disclaimer: I’m a Porsche fan. I have owned one since

be fun. But it also shouldn’t be an exercise in parts-bin scavenging.

1975 and simply love the marque. I don’t own them because of their

The car required thoughtful integration of existing platforms and

investment potential: I own them to drive fast. Giving investment

systems alongside meticulously engineered bespoke components.

advice is not my stock in trade (pun intended), but I know cars and

The result is a driving experience unique to the 911 R.”

I really know Porsches. If you want a fun, fast car that has invest-

Acknowledging that the car will sing a siren song to Porsche

ment potential, the 918 and the 911 R are decidedly worth a look.

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THE COLLECT0R’S REPORT BY SIMON MURRAY

CHRISTIE’S Interesting Lots Sold at Christie’s in Late 2017:

FINE CHINESE PAINTINGS September 12 Christie’s New York ARTIST AND WORK: Ding Yunpeng (1547-1628)/ Sheng Maoye (active 1607-1638),

THE MARKET FOR ART remains sturdy and resil-

Pair of hanging scrolls, ink and color on paper;

ient, thriving despite global economic and political uncer-

each measures 80 5/8 x 39 3/4 in.

tainty. So report two groups that are widely recognized as

PRICE REALISED USD: $1,068,500

industry experts. The European Fine Art Fair (TEFAF), the world’s leading fair for art, antiques and design, found that global art prices remained healthy. Its Art Market Report 2017 by Professor Rachel A. J. Pownall, the TEFAF Chair in Art Markets at the School of Business Economics at Maastricht University in the Netherlands, utilized data in part from Artnet’s global auction sales. The report conceded that auction houses have been losing their clientele to art dealers as buyers and sellers alike seek privacy and opacity in their transactions. Yet growth continues: total sales in 2016 were $45 billion, up 1.7 percent from 2015. The good news for collectors is it’s a buyer’s market. The most significant change the report found was in the U.S., where the value of sales at auction dropped by 41 percent (far exceeding the 9 percent drop in consignments). Likewise, the Art Basel and UBS Global Art Market Report, which continues economist Clare McAndrew’s longstanding, extensive research into the field, revealed that, despite the U.S. sustaining a “substantial” decline in sales, it nonetheless accounted for 40 percent of market share. The UK and China markets accounted for 21 and 20 percent, respectfully. Following is our annual collector’s report of art recently sold at auction.

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MARCHANT Nine Decades in Chinese Art September 14 Christie’s New York ARTIST AND WORK: A rare large family rose vase Qianlong six-character seal mark in iron red and of the period (1736-1795); 27 3/4 in. high PRICE REALISED USD: $372,500

PERSONAL COLLECTION OF AUDREY HEPBURN September 27

Audrey Hepburn’s working script for the

Christie’s London

1961 Paramount production Breakfast

ARTIST AND WORK: Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961), Audrey Hepburn PRICE REALISED GBP: £632,750

at Tiffany’s, dated 8/3/60, annotated throughout in various pens in Hepburn’s hand with notes and revisions to the script for her portrayal of Holly Golightly.

PERSONAL COLLECTION OF AUDREY HEPBURN September 27 Christie’s London ARTIST AND WORK: “Picture of Audrey Hepburn,” Bud Fraker (1916-2002); gelatin silver print annotated “Funny Face” in pencil and stamped with the photographer’s credit; 13 3/4 x 10 3/4 in. PRICE REALISED GBP: £8,750 Director of Still Photography at Columbia Studios, Bud Fraker took many photos of the stars (including several of Audrey Hepburn) in the late 1930s. His most famous portrait photos include Hepburn with a long cigarette holder, Tiffany diamond jewelry and black dress.

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THE COLLECTION OF PAUL F. WALTER September 26-27 Christie’s New York ARTIST AND WORK: Set of six dining chairs, Robert Wilson (1981) ESTIMATE: $20,000-$30,000

PHOTOGRAPHS DAY SALE October 10 Christie’s New York ARTIST AND WORK: Rayograph (1928), Man Ray (1890-1976), Gelatin silver print signed in pencil (recto); variously annotated in pencil; image/sheet: 15 1/2 x 11 3/4 in. ESTIMATE: $150,000-$250,000 From the Museum of Modern Art, this “rayograph” by Man Ray was made without a camera by the artist, placing objects directly on a sheet of photosensitized paper and exposing it to light. Man Ray had photographed everyday objects before, but these unique, visionary images immediately put the photographer on par with the avant-garde painters of the day.

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THE COLLECTOR English and European Furniture and Works of Art October 18-19 Christie’s New York ARTIST AND WORK: A Meissen large blue and white vase (1763-1769), designed under the direction of Frederick the Great; baluster form, a rinceau molded around the neck, painted with bouquets and scattered sprays of deutsche blumen; 21 in. high. PRICE REALISED USD: $43,750

THE COLLECTOR English and European Furniture and Works of Art October 18-19 Christie’s New York ARTIST AND WORK: A late George II mahogany library desk attributed to Thomas Chippendale (circa 1760); 31 3/4 in. high, 60 1/4 in. wide, 37 3/4 in. deep PRICE REALISED USD: $168,750

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THE COLLECT0R’S REPORT BONHAMS Interesting Lots Sold at Bonhams in Late 2017: FINE JEWELRY SALE After the 2008 financial collapse, people had less

September 19, Bonhams New York

confidence in financial markets and property, so a

ARTIST AND WORK: A Sapphire

certain subset put their money into jewels. Since

and Diamond Ring; centering a

then, auction houses specializing in this area have

cushion-shaped mixed-cut sapphire,

been enjoying some of their best years. The porta-

weighing 5.30 carats, set within a

bility of jewels accounts for some of that demand.

frame of old European-cut diamonds,

When people collect spirits, they’re not buying

to a split shank accented by similarly

something to hang on a wall, keep time with or

cut diamonds; mounted in 18k gold;

claim as an historic relic. Instead, they are invest-

size 6 1/2 in.

ing in an experience — one that is fleeting but

SOLD FOR USD: $229,500 INC. PREMIUM

enormously pleasurable — both in the anticipation of it and in the memories created from it. However, both spirits and jewelry often represent a percentage of a well-diversified investment portfolio and should also be viewed as such.

FINE JEWELRY SALE September 19, Bonhams New York ARTIST AND WORK: An Important Sapphire and Diamond Ring; centering an oval-shaped sapphire, weighing 7.54 carats, within a surround of round brilliant-cut diamonds; estimated total diamond weight: 1.40 carats; mounted in platinum; size 6 3/4 in. ESTIMATE: $375,000-$575,000

FINE JEWELRY SALE September 19, Bonhams New York ARTIST AND WORK: A Rare Black Opal and Diamond Pendant Brooch; centering a free-form black opal tablet, weighing approximately 48.80 carats, set within an old European-cut diamond frame; estimated total diamond weight: 11.35 carats; mounted in platinum and 18k gold; length: 2 1/4 in. ESTIMATE: $200,000-$300,000 This extraordinary opal originates from Australia, the primary source of black opals. Opals are distinctive and unlike other gemstones because of their play of color, and this stone exhibits a remarkable confetti explosion of red, orange, blue and green flashes that sets it in a unique league.

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FINE JEWELRY SALE

September 19, Bonhams New York

ARTIST AND WORK: An Art

ARTIST AND WORK: A

Deco Diamond Brooch, Raymond

Suberb Diamond Ring; centering a

Templier (circa 1930); of geometric

cut-cornered rectangular-shaped

design, set throughout with old

step-cut diamond, weighing 16.90

mine-cut diamonds; signed Ray-

carats, set with round brilliant-cut

mond Templier, with maker’s mark

diamond shoulders; estimated remaining diamond weight: 1.15

and French assay mark; accompa-

carats; mounted in platinum; size 5 3/4 in.

nied by a signed box; estimated total diamond weight: 13.00 carats; mounted in platinum; length: 2 1/4 in. SOLD FOR USD: $50,000 INC. PREMIUM Raymond Templier (b. 1891) was a pioneering jewelry artist of the Art Deco era whose dramatic avant-garde jewelry is highly sought after. Elements found in his hugely innovative designs include Cubism and elements of the machine age: curving geometric shapes with simple black and white imagery.

SOLD FOR USD: $1,807,500 INC. PREMIUM Rare means distinctive, something of unusual quality, merit or appeal. This stone embodies that definition according to every criterion by which a diamond is measured: color, cut, clarity and transparency. This diamond has been awarded the highest color grade of D — also known as colorless or exceptional white — and possesses internally flawless clarity. Only a master diamond cutter can produce such a stone devoid of inclusions and possessing excellent polish and symmetry.

WHISKY SALE October 4, Bonhams Edinburgh A range of the Macallan Vintages (1954-1979), to be offered as 26 consecutive lots. ESTIMATE: $50,000-$60,000

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THE ULTIMATE DUO: CARS & CHAI Cars & Chai — the tristate area organization that shares and promotes a global passion for luxury autos — held its firstever public event in the metropolitan area. It definitely won’t be the last. he Manhattan skyline, luxurious au-

Sponsors of Cars & Chai’s New York ex-

tos, Statue of Liberty and caffeine.

hibition included Action Tire, Alfa Romeo

What more do you need to create a

of Morris County, Aston Martin of Sum-

memorable event? When it comes to Cars &

mit, Lamborghini of Paramus, Maserati of

Chai, the answer is, nothing.

Bergen County, Maserati of Morris County,

Organized by Affan Akhtar, Amer Choudhry and other founding members of

McLaren Bergen County, Nature’s Earthly Choice and Palermo’s Bakery.

the prestigious club, the premiere event took

After traversing the grounds and inspect-

place in Maritime Parc in Jersey City. With

ing the vehicles, guests enjoyed brunch on

spectacular views of Liberty State Park and

the third floor of Maritime Parc, where they

One World Trade Center, hundreds of exot-

were treated to additional stunning views of

ics lined the grass, awaiting to be viewed by

Manhattan and an elevated look at the lux-

guests. As guests arrived, they were served

ury autos.

coffee and chai beverages as well as gourmet pastries while they walked the grounds.

Once the brunch wrapped up, attendees basked in the day’s beautiful September

More than one hundred luxury vehicles

weather while participating in a short parade

came out to commemorate Cars & Chai’s

drive on Freedom Drive before saying their

inaugural exhibition, including top-tiered

goodbyes.

autos such as a Concours-winning 1950’s

If you weren’t able to make it to the inau-

Triumph T3 Roadster and the Lamborghini

gural event for Cars & Chai, don’t fret. The

Huracán Performante, the newest Nurbur-

club is currently working on its 2018 calen-

gring king. It was the unveiling of this Lam-

dar, which will include events in the metro-

borghini in North America, so guests were

politan area and two new regions: Maryland,

able to see this luxury auto up close and per-

Washington, D.C., Virginia, Southern Cali-

sonal for the first time.

fornia and Toronto where Cars & Chai will be launching two additional chapters. To stay abreast of Cars & Chai’s adventures, visit CarsAndChai.com or in HudsonMOD magazine, the exclusive media partner.

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CLUB PHILOSOPHY: Cars & Chai was initiated by a core group of gentlemen in New Jersey, who share the global passion of the automobile. In doing so, the endearing spirit created by public events is to bring visiting children and adults closer to their aspirations, and experience the excitement of the automotive related sites and sounds. Additionally, each event and potential subsequent ride is to raise money for the ever growing need of charitable causes. Any proceeds collected would contribute to an announced, designated and established philanthropic cause.

CHAPTERS: New York, New Jersey and Connecticut Maryland, D.C., and Virginia Southern California Toronto

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HUDSONMOD’S 5TH ANNIVERSARY SUPPORTING ANIMAL AID USA More than 300 VIP guests came out to celebrate HudsonMOD’s 5th Anniversary event at the famed Jersey City, Maritime Parc. When entering the venue, guests had the opportunity to view the newest luxury autos from Benzel-Busch and Audi Meadowlands before walking the red carpet. The evening’s host Amber Milt greeted guests on the red carpet and was joined by numerous celebrity guests including Francesca Curran (Orange Is the New Black), Emrhys Cooper (Vanity, Desperate Housewives and Mamma Mia), Lauren Simonetti (FOX Business Network anchor) and Matthew Talbot (co-founder of Animal Aid USA, the event’s beneficiary charity). Guests enjoyed a Domaines Ott Rosé bar

1. Fireworks display by Garden State Fireworks 2. Maya the Dox and owners 3. FOX Business Network anchor Lauren Simonetti 4. Animal Aid USA dog 5. Actress Iliana Guibert 6. Life & Living’s Joanna Gagis, Lauren Garry and Jennifer Aguirre 7. Actress Amy Hedrick 8. Lebo brothers from Eye to Eye Entertainment 9. Animal Aid USA volunteers 10. Drinks of choice: Rum Malecon, VDKA 6100, Usquaebach and LiDestri Pink Limoncello

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custom fabricated by Caesarstone; entertainment from DJ Lil Ryan; cocktails fashioned with LiDestri Pink Limoncello, Usquaebach Scotch Whisky, VDKA 6100 and Rum Malecon; HudsonMOD-branded sweets by Splurge Bakery; a photobooth by Eye to Eye Entertainment; cigar station by JR Cigars; cognac tasting by Camus; a makeup and hair touchup station by Bangz Salon & Wellness Spa; and aura readings by Robin Mansfield. Guests relaxed in two VIP lounges furnished by Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams throughout the night. To put a final touch on the evening, Garden State Fireworks displayed a grand show overlooking Liberty State Park with the Statue of Liberty in the background.

11. HudsonMOD-branded cookies by Splurge Bakery 12. Actress Francesca Curran 13. Jason Lembo, Shannon Steitz and Christopher Antonucci 14. JR Cigar representatives 15. VDKA 6100 representatives 16. Matthew Talbot, Animal Aid USA 17. Actor Emrhys Cooper 18. Benzel-Busch G Wagon 19. Bangz Salon & Wellness Spa representatives

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17TH ANNUAL JOSEPH M. SANZARI CHARITY MOTORCYCLE RUN AND RAFFLE BENEFITING HACKENSACK UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER On October 15, the Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation celebrated its 17th annual Joseph M. Sanzari Charity Motorcycle Run and Raffle. Motorcyclists met at the Ross Dock in Fort Lee before departing on a police-escorted tour. Upon returning to the Ross Dock, guests enjoyed food and live music from DJ Willie Wilson. They also had the chance to bid on a Harley-Davidson FLHTK Electra Glide Ultra Limited Mysterious/Velocity Red donated by Joseph M. Sanzari. Proceeds raised at the event benefited Emergency Mobile Services at Hackensack Meridian Health Hackensack University Medical Center.

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1. Joseph M. Sanzari 2. A hoisted flag at the eventâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entrance 3. Guest getting ready to race 4. Luke Murray, Timothy Murray, Nicholas Delpome, Mia Sanzari, Joseph M. Sanzari, Joseph Dellachiaie, Michael Delpome and Jared Delpome 5. Lori Rubino and Joseph M. Sanzari 6. Joseph M. Sanzari with Carlstadt police officers 7. Jo Ann Sanzari, Anna Morano and Tina Murray 8. Joseph M. Sanzari and Lawrence R. Inserra, Jr. 9. Guests riding 10. Willie Wilson & the Willies 11. Jon Fitzgerald, Mark Schlesinger, MD, Rosemarie J. Sorce, Robert C. Garrett, Joseph M. Sanzari, Lawrence R. Inserra, Jr., Ihor S. Sawczuk, MD, Kimberly Caesar and Amy Glazer

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MOD SELECTS

SIMBA BLUE SUN LOUNGER The most technologically advanced sunbed has arrived at Ibiza’s Blue Merlin Resort, but there’s no need to fly to the Balearic Islands to enjoy the comforts of this over-the-top sun lounger. Just head online. The Simba Blue Sun Lounger will pamper you with special features to enhance your relaxing day in the sun. Complete with an SPF-infused facial misting system, a UV ray and vitamin D monitoring system, a solar-powered phone charger, an LED parasol, phone alerts and more, you’ll be hesitant to leave when the sun goes down. Stock up the built-in cooler and enjoy 360 degrees of pure bliss. Available at SimbaSleep.com, $59,000

RALPH LAUREN HOME u ROWAN BACKGAMMON SET In a game of logic and luck, don’t count out style. As part of his game collection, Ralph Lauren released his version of a classic backgammon set with a refined, modern look. With rich black leather and polished-nickel and bronze game pieces, it’ll make just as good a home décor piece as it will a traditional board game. Pack it up for vacation or set it out on the coffee table for a friendly competition to break out anywhere. Available at RalphLauren.com and SaksFifthAvenue.com, $695

LAZY PERFECTION BEAUTY Chicago-based celebrity makeup artist Jenny Patinkin knows what modern women want from their makeup routine: to look their best in the shortest time possible. Known for her Lazy Perfection method, Patinkin recently released her first book, Lazy Perfection: The Art of Looking Great Without Really Trying, to help women tailor their makeup routine to their lifestyle. Patinkin’s line of Lazy Perfection brush sets has been recognized by national media outlets and the high-profile personalities she works her makeup magic on. The line ranges from single brushes to 12-piece sets available in trendy snakeskin and velvet packaging. Available at JennyPatinkin.com; book $14, brushes $22-$475

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ETERNAL ART

BY ALYSSA COLLINS, PARIS RAYMOND, INGRID CHERRY & NICOLE FONZINO

RIDE INTO THE FUTURE

Renowned English artist Damien Hirst — famous for The Physical Impossibility of Death in the Mind of Someone Living and For the Love of God — has partnered with the French glassmakers at Lalique to craft a limited-edition collection entitled Eternal. Through the use of stunning sculptures and panels, Hirst’s art focuses on the circle of life and contains macabre sculptures of skulls, a dagger piercing a heart with wings, and lighter figures of flying doves. The result of hours upon hours of artisan work, each piece is a must-have for any art collector and comes engraved with the artist’s signature and a letter of authenticity. Signed, sealed and delivered, they could be yours. Available at Lalique.com; price available upon request

Riding a bike has never felt so futuristic. Daryl Villanueva, founder of Bandit9, has created yet another dynamic limitededition: the EVE MK II. From the company whose bikes look like no other, the EVE MK II’s bullet-shaped design merges the seat, tank and rear all in one. Riding it lets you be in the present and live in the future. Available at Bandit9Motors.com; price available upon request

LOTUSIER TEA HUMIDOR

The world’s first tea humidor is here. Expertly crafted and designed to elevate the presentation of tea, Lotusier’s Tea Humidor is a collectable objet d’art. Handcrafted in Europe with hand-blown crystal-ware vessels, each box is designed to embrace diverse cultures around the world as well as modern and contemporary styles. The humidor protects your tea from humidity, air, light and odors, while a system allows humidity to be added or removed, protecting up to six teas. Place the box in a temperature-controlled room and you’re ready to go. Available at Lotusier.com, $12,466

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EPICUREAN SELECTS

LE COUCOU

138 Lafayette Street, New York, NY 212-271-4252 LeCoucou.com Searching for a little Parisian flair on the streets of New York? If so, you’ll find what you’re looking for at Le Coucou. Headed by the world-renowned chef Daniel Rose — the genious behind Paris’ famed Spring and La Bourse et La Vie eateries — and restaurateur Stephen Starr, Le Coucou has already made its mark in the Big Apple. The restaurant secured a big win at this year’s James Beard Awards for Best New Restaurant and has been recognized by other food industry experts such as Bon Appétit and Food and Wine. Start your dining experience off with poireaux, a leeks and hazelnut hors d’oeuvre, then move on to the canard et cerises made with duck, cherries, foie gras and black olives. End the night on a sweet note with the chiboust à la vanille. Tres magnifique!

COTE

The Flatiron District has gotten a lot more savory thanks to this latest addition, the city’s first Korean steakhouse. Founded by Simon Kim, a Michelin-star winner best known for his West Village eatery Piora, Cote has skyrocketed in popularity since opening in May. Fusing Korean BBQ with an American steakhouse, Cote offers a vast selection that includes USDA prime grade or above meats such as skirt steak, ribeye and sirloin cuts and classic Korean dishes such as bibimbap and kimchi. If you love taste-testing meat dishes, you won’t want to miss out.

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Le Coucou: Corry Arnold (Food), Ditte Isager (Interior) Cote: Gary He

16 W. 22nd Street, New York, NY 212-401-7986 CoteNYC.com

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FUSCO

43 East 20th Street, New York, NY 212-777-5314 FuscoNewYork.com

VIAGGIO RISTORANTE

Celebrity chef Scott Conant, a judge on the Food Network’s Chopped, opened Fusco, an Italian-style restaurant christened after his grandmother, in April. Located in the Flatiron/Gramercy district, Fusco is inviting and homey with a touch of elegance. Perfectly plated dishes include the tajarin (aglio e olio, clams and bonito flakes) and the duck breast (spigarello, turnips, cherries and foie gras polpettine). Whatever you select, you’ll leave completely satisfied.

1055 Hamburg Turnpike, Wayne, NJ 973-706-7277 ViaggioRistorante.com Take your tastebuds on a memorable journey at Viaggio Ristorante. After working alongside industry big-hitter Mario Batali, Michelin-star chef Sergio Herman and other highly rated restaurateurs, chef Robbie Felice opened his own farm-to-table Italian restaurant last year. Viaggio offers a delectable menu featuring numerous antipasti, primi and secondi dishes such as homemade tomato foccacia, bucatini all’amatriciana and Barnegat Bay scallops cooked Sicilian style. Diners also can experience Chef Felice’s Chef’s Bar, which gives an up-close-and-personal experience with a curated menu. This is one trip your tastebuds will never forget.

EMPELLÓN MIDTOWN

Fusco: Nicole Franzen, Viaggio Ristorante, Empellón Midtown: Evan Sung

510 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 212-858-9365 Empellon.com At first were Al Pastor, Taqueria and Cocina. Now comes a new midtown eatery, Empellón Midtown. The 8,000-square-foot restaurant oozes with personality, including bright-colored walls. What sets it apart are the dishes. Favorites include madeto-order guacamole, shishito peppers and seven salsas. To elevate your experience, order Chef Alex Stupak’s wagyu steak fajitas. The $125 plate is jam-packed with flavors and will not disappoint. Empellón even has its own tortilleria downstairs, so you know they mean business. If you’re in Midtown, stop by for some great eating.

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THE SCENE

Stephen Colbert Salon Art + Design Show

Salon Art + Design Show Do you love modern and contemporary art and design? If so, then you will want to purchase tickets to this year’s Salon Art + Design show. With 56 internationally acclaimed galleries, guests can gaze upon pieces by Maison Gerard from New York, Sarah Myerscough Gallery from London, Nilufar Gallery from Milan, Etage Projects from Copenhagen, Modernity from Stockholm and more. From historical to modern and contemporary works, you definitely won’t want to miss this weeklong event. WHEN: Nov. 9-13 WHERE: Park Avenue Armory VISIT: TheSalonNY.com 3rd Annual New York Night of Laughter The New York Night of Laughter is an evening full of laughs and good times — truly the best medicine. This event benefits the nonprofit Debbie’s Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer. The night of fun is highlighted by talented comics along with food and drinks and raffles. Don’t hesitate to join in! WHEN: Nov. 12, 3:45-7pm WHERE: Gotham Comedy Club, New York, NY VISIT: debbiesdream.org/portal/nynight-of-laughter

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16th Annual Holiday Train Show Join in on a New York tradition this year by visiting the Annual Holiday Train Show in one of the city’s most iconic buildings: Grand Central Terminal. Exhibited by the New York Transit Museum, visitors will get to experience model trains speeding through displays of famous New York City locations. Whether you’re a child or adult, this display will warm your heart this holiday season. WHEN: Nov. 16 - Feb. 4, 2018 WHERE: Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY VISIT: GrandCentralTerminal.com/ event/holiday-train-show Force of Nature Exhibition FIT’s latest museum exhibition bridges the fashion world with planet Earth, showcasing how art truly does imitate life. Highlighting pieces from the 18th century to modern-day fashion, the exhibit will feature prominent designers including Alexander McQueen, Yves Saint Laurent, Dolce & Gabbana, Jean Paul Gaultier and Valentino Couture, to name just a few. From tops to overcoats to full suits, you won’t see anything as wild, ferocious and beautiful as these fashion pieces. WHEN: Until Nov. 18 WHERE: Museum at FIT, New York, NY VISIT: FITNYC.edu/Museum

85th Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting Ceremony

Valerie Fund’s 26th Annual Thanksgiving Ball Gala Each year, the Valerie Fund — one of New Jersey’s most notable organizations — hosts an unforgettable evening at the Hilton Short Hills. The gala, which will begin with cocktails at 6:30 p.m. followed by a dinner reception at 8 p.m., will have both a silent and live auction filled with luxury items. Proceeds raised from the evening will go to benefit the organization that supports comprehensive healthcare services for children with cancer and blood disorders. This year, the Valerie Fund will honor Steven Halpern, MD, Medical Director of the Goryeb Children’s Hospital at Morristown Medical Center, for his continued dedication to the organization. WHEN: Nov. 17 WHERE: Hilton Short Hills, Short Hills, NJ VISIT: TheValerieFund.org/TGBall NYC Autumn Wine Festival: A Celebration of Wine in Midtown Wine lovers, rejoice! Another wine festival is heading your way. This time, it will be held at the popular NYY Steak restaurant in New York City. More than 150 bottles of wine will be available for sampling, and the selection has been curated by Vintry Fine Wines. Guests will receive

Force of Nature Exhibition

NYC Autumn Wine Festival: A Celebration of Wine in Midtown

a complimentary wine glass to take home to commemorate the great time. Besides wine, hors d’oeurves will be served including cured meats, cheeses and more. Want an even more luxurious evening? Upgrade your ticket to a VIP Suite, where you can taste an exclusive selection of wines and hors d’oeuvres in a private suite. WHEN: Nov. 18 WHERE: NYY Steak, New York, NY VISIT: NewYorkWineEvents.com/ Events/NYC-Autumn-WineFestival-2

SAD! A Happy Evening with Stephen Colbert and Samantha Bee Join two of America’s most comical people, Stephen Colbert (The Late Show with Stephen Colbert) and Samantha Bee (Full Frontal with Samantha Bee), for an evening at the NJPAC. Laugh and be entertained as these two put on a show like no other. Proceeds from this event benefit Montclair Film, a New Jersey-based organization dedicated to motion pictures. WHEN: Dec. 2 WHERE: NJPAC, Newark, NJ VISIT: NJPac.org

about how each item was utilized within the society. More than 50 lenders from 12 different countries supplied these stunning pieces. Golden Kingdoms is a must-attend for anyone interested in ancient cultures. WHEN: Begins Feb. 28, 2018 WHERE: Met Fifth Avenue New York, NY VISIT: MetMuseum.org

85th Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting Ceremony One of the biggest events of the year is just around the corner: the 85th annual Rockefeller Center tree lighting ceremony! Come out to see a spectacular live holiday performance by some of the biggest stars and watch as New Yorkers kick off the beginning of the city’s iconic holiday season. With millions of people watching from their homes around the globe, you have the chance to be there in person. The event, which will be televised on NBC, is a must-attend if you’ve never been before. WHEN: Nov. 29, 7-9 PM WHERE: Rockefeller Center, New York, NY VISIT: RockefellerCenter.com

New York Progressive Boat Show Mark your calendars for New York’s biggest day of boating: the New York Progressive Boat Show. With a variety of exhibitors, there will be no shortage of yachts to yearn over. WHEN: Jan. 24-28, 2018 WHERE: Javits Center, New York, NY VISIT: NYBoatShow.com

World Luxury Expo November 23-25 Abu Dhabi, UAE

Golden Kingdoms: Luxury & Legacy in the Ancient Americas Next year, head to the Met to see Golden Kingdoms, an exhibition that commemorates the luxury works of the Incas, Aztecs and their predecessors. With more than 300 pieces in the exhibit, guests will gaze upon ancient objects fashioned with various metals, jade, shells and feathers, and learn

SAVE THE DATE

Bal des Debutantes November 25 Paris, France Art Basel Miami December 7-10 Miami Beach, Florida St. Bart’s New Year’s Eve Celebrations December 31 St. Barts, BVI Hankook 24H Dubai January 12-13, 2018 Dubai, UAE

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THE QUOTE

$662,500 Cost of

Marilyn Monroe’s baby grand piano purchased by Mariah Carey

$379,261 Price of the Himalayan Birkin, the most expensive handbag ever sold at auction

$325 Price of the ten-course chef’s tasting menu at Per Se in New York City

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71 Percent of pure Ecuadorian dark chocolate in the $250 La Madeline au Truffe, the most expensive truffle in the world

Percent of the world’s gold reserves that rest under New York City’s Wall Street

1735

— Tom Hanks

Produced by Blancpain, the 1735 Grande Complication remains the most complicated watch ever made

“Everything you type on a typewriter sounds grand, the words forming in mini-explosions of SHOOK SHOOK SHOOK. A thank-you note resonates with the same heft as a literary masterpiece.”

ENCORE

BY NICOLE FONZINO

he Vanderbilt name is synonymous with glamour and success, and Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin — descendant of the railroad mogul Cornelius Vanderbilt — is no exception to that. Costin has dominated the music industry with multiple billboard hits, lent her voice to philanthropic organizations and is now entering a new tech realm as she prepares to launch SohoMuse. Catch up with Costin and her various ventures in this HudsonMOD exclusive. You’re preparing to launch SohoMuse. Describe the platform to our readers. With SohoMuse, creative professionals now have the ability to network globally and collaborate with other creative professionals in the entire industry, showcase their entire body of work, as well as source reliable top-tier talent. For example, an actor-director can promote both professions on a single platform. A producer can log on and find not only actors or directors, but everything from cinematographers and set designers to more specialized talent like ballet dancers and motion-graphics artists. They can not only source every type of talent they need for an upcoming TV show or film right on the platform, but also qualify that talent through their digital resumes, demo reels, multimedia portfolios and even industry referrals through our built-in endorsement system.

What inspired you to develop SohoMuse? The inspiration for SohoMuse came from my experiences in the music business. On one side, I would be working in the studio late at night, feeling creative and looking for someone to collaborate with, but everyone was asleep. There was no online space where I could find other artists — not just other musicians and songwriters, but dancers, poets, painters — in other parts of the world and meaningfully interact and create with them. On another side, when I was looking to hire creative talent, like dancers and choreographers, hair and makeup stylists and film crews for music videos, I found that process to be incredibly distracting, frustrating and painfully slow.

Over the next five years, what do you hope to accomplish with SohoMuse? The vision is that the people are collaborating and creating content and that we are a full-distribution one-stop shop for creatives. We are working with a Blockchain partner to fully explore that technology and its potential applications for our members. Technology and this arena are an important intersection because technology is life. It’s everything that we do. Everything moves at a rapid pace. In order for you to market yourself or find a job, it’s all about using technology. But it has to be efficient.

What philanthropies are you currently working with? I’m on the board of the Vanderbilt Museum, board of the Ovarian Cancer Prevention Coalition of Greater California and on the

Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin committee of the American Heart Association for the past four years. I’ve chosen to be a part of these organizations because the causes affect me directly. The Vanderbilt Museum is my family’s property. It is an inspirational and monumental place where I can visit my family’s legacy and a place that continues growing for generations to come. It was also donated to the county by my great grandfather, Willie K. Vanderbilt Jr., and is a wonderful museum and planetarium for children and adults alike. The American Heart Association is dear to me because I nearly lost my dad to a heart attack just before his sixtieth birthday a few years ago. It’s been an important cause in my life. Heart attacks are the leading cause of death for women. I contribute as much as I can to the organization by performing at their events and cochaired the Hamptons Heart Ball last year. The Ovarian Cancer Prevention Coalition of Greater California is another organization very dear to me because I lost my mother to ovarian cancer when she was 55 years old. I’ve been an advocate for many years now and working to help raise awareness and funding for early testing and ultimately find a cure.

As a notable singing artist and public figure, why do you feel it’s important to give back to your community? It is always important to give back to your community no matter what your status is. But I think when people have a voice and are given the platform, it’s an incredible opportunity to advocate for important charities, organizations and causes and on behalf of those who don’t have an opportunity for their voices to be heard. To read more about Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin, visit us online at HudsonMOD.com.

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