Palm Beach Illustrated March 2024

PALM BEACH STYLE STARS

THE WHO’S-WHO OF LOCAL FASHION ICONS

65 YEARS OF LILLY

INSIDE THE CREATIVE PROCESS OF PALM BEACH’S MOST BELOVED BRAND

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FEATURES

112 PALM BEACH STYLE STARS

Meet 23 locals who are defining trends and shaping sartorial sophistication across the Palm Beaches

By Krystian von Speidel

126 LIFE IN COLOR

As the Lilly Pulitzer company turns 65, we get an exclusive peek into the iconic brand’s design studio and process

By Stephanie Gates

134 GOING FOR GOLD

The story behind Jewelmer’s gold South Sea pearls and the enigmatic gemstone’s future in the Philippines

By Daphne Nikolopoulos

140 IN THE AIR TONIGHT

We flash back to the fashion of the 1980s in honor of the fortieth anniversary of Miami Vice, a transformative show that propelled South Florida into the imagination of millions Photography by RIOCAM

Palm Beach Style Star George Hamilton sports a Brunello Cucinelli blazer, Isaia collared shirt, Zegna pocket square, and Ralph Lauren Purple Label trousers.

CONTENTS

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DEPARTMENTS

22 FROM THE EDITOR

24 FROM THE PUBLISHER

28 LOG ON

What’s new on palmbeachillustrated.com

32 RSVP

Soirees from the social season

NEW&NOW

53 SPOTLIGHT

A futuristic aircraft with the convenience of a boat

54 AROUND TOWN

Cocoon Gallery opens on Palm Beach, and a co-working space debuts at the Winter Equestrian Festival

56 ROUNDUP

Six local organizations on missions to help women and girls

58 Q&A

Expert insight into the clothing and legacy of Coco Chanel

62 GUIDE

Locally owned businesses and more in downtown Delray

64 WORTH IT

Embracing the Palm Beach aesthetic in your interiors

66 LITERATI

ON THE COVER:

PHOTOGRAPHER: GABOR

JURINA MODEL: MIRA FAIN

LOCATION: THE LILLY

PULITZER PALM BEACH

DESIGN STUDIO (ALL

ARTWORK COPYRIGHT/ OWNED BY LILLY PULITZER)

CLOTHING: LILLY PULITZER

Female authors to check out during Women’s History Month

STYLE

71 IT LIST

Saturated essentials to enliven your closet and home

72 THE LOOK

The coastal grandmother vibe à la Palm Beach

74 TASTEMAKERS

Wes Gordon dishes on the new Carolina Herrera store

78 THE EDIT

Our editors’ go-to accessories

80 BIJOUX

Jewelry evocative of bamboo

82 BEAUTY

Luxurious products to enhance your self-care rituals

NICK MELE

ASHLEY MEYER

CONTENTS

JOURNEYS

87 WANDERLUST

The Seven Seas Grandeur represents a new wave of high-end cruising

92 TRAVEL JOURNAL

Margit Brandt’s take on Harbour Island

94 QUICK TRIPS

The captivating past and luxe present of Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

98 FLORIDIANA

It’s time to add Flamingo Lodge inside Everglades National Park to your bucket list

100 HIGH ROAD

Behind the wheel of an attention-grabbing Rolls-Royce Ghost

104 HIGH SEAS

Ample space is a given aboard Sunseeker’s Ocean 182 superyacht

SAVOR

165 OPENINGS

Cool libations are on tap at West Palm’s Juicy Cocktail Bar

166 LOCAL BITES

Must-try noodle dishes, a look at chef Julien Gremaud’s latest resto, and more

172 SIP WITH PBI

An herby drink to usher in spring

HOME

175 DESIGN

A bungalow-inspired kitchen with natural materials and mid-century flourishes

176 INSPIRED LIVING

Tips for creating the ultimate glam room

178 ELEMENTS

Decor in Pantone’s 2024 Color of the Year

180 HERITAGE

Two examples of historic greenhouses

BALANCE

211 #GOALS

The intentional power of vision boards

212 HEALTH & FITNESS

JetSet Pilates opens in Boca, a Floridian swim line prioritizes sustainability, and more

218 TRENDING

Four immunity-boosting hacks to try now

220 GOOD NATURE

The invigorating essence of essential oils

222 WEALTH

The cash value perks of whole life insurance

CULTURE

225 TOP BILLING

Two female-centered exhibits at the Norton

226 CALENDAR

What to see and do this month

SOCIAL STUDIES

241 PALM BEACH MAGAZINE

Hot parties, beautiful people

LAST WORD

248 REAL TALK WITH...

Iconic shoe designer Christian Louboutin

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ILLUSTRATED

Editor in Chief Daphne Nikolopoulos

Creative Director

Olga M. Gustine

Executive Editor

Mary Murray

Managing Editor Allison Wolfe Reckson

Fashion Editor Katherine Lande

Automotive Editor Howard Walker

Travel Editor Paul Rubio

Lifestyle Editor Liza Grant Smith

Libations Editor Jules Aron

Web Editor Abigail Duffy

DESIGN

Senior Art Director

Ashley Meyer

Art Directors

Airielle Farley, Jenny Fernandez-Prieto

Digital Imaging Specialist

Leonor Alvarez-Maza

CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Jane E. Enos, Stephanie Gates, Kristen Desmond LeFevre, Kelley Marcellus, Gaylene Salomons

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Sebastian Clarke, Judy Alexandra DiEdwardo, Michael Drapkin, Tammy Fender, Erika Klein, Marie Penny, Joe Pye, Skye Sherman, Valerie Staggs, Katherine van Dell, Krystian von Speidel, Karina Wensjoe

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Nathan Coe, Gabor Jurina, Nick Mele, RIOCAM

SOCIAL PHOTOGRAPHERS

Emerging Designers Personal Style

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Advertising Services Coordinator

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Marketing Manager

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PRODUCTION

Production Director Selene M. Ceballo

Production Manager Lourdes Linares

Digital Pre-Press Specialists George Davis, Beatriz S. Salazar

Advertising Design Coordinators Anaely J. Perez Vargas, Jeffrey Rey

Production Coordinator Ileana Caban

Digital Marketing Manager Tyler Sansone

OPERATIONS

Chief Operating Officer Todd Schmidt

Accounting Specialist Mary Beth Cook

Accounts Receivable Specialist Ana Coronel

Distribution Manager Judy Heflin

Logistics Manager Omar Morales

Circulation Manager Marjorie Leiva

Circulation Assistants Cathy Hart, Britney Stinson

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FROM THE EDITOR

ALL ACCESS

Some time ago, I heard about the Lilly Pulitzer design studio, a sort of mythical place where all the Lilly magic happens, an atelier hidden in plain sight on Palm Beach’s Royal Palm Way. It’s tucked inside an office building and not open to the public, so few people know it’s there. That made me all the more curious.

A couple of months ago, when I was having lunch with Lilly Pulitzer’s creative director, Mira Fain, and marketing director, Heather Van Der Mije, to discuss the brand’s sixty-fifth anniversary, the subject came up. To tell the Lilly story properly, I suggested over french fries, we’d have to have an inside look at the process from inspiration to garment. That would include unprecedented access to the design studio, to give our readers a peek behind the scenes—the inspo boards, the archival prints, the works in progress, everything. And then, to really bring it over the top, we’d need a dress—something never seen before or again, a one-of-a-kind creation exclusively for our cover story. Mira knew immediately that she wanted to make a ball gown. The ball started rolling on what would become our anniversary tribute to Palm Beach’s most beloved brand. Turn to page 126 for a glimpse at the studio, the process, and the dress.

EDITOR’S NOTEBOOK

REMEMBER WHEN?

Whether or not you watched Miami Vice in the ’80s, you can’t mistake the fast cars and pastel suits that defined an era and put Miami on the pop culture map. See our homage to the show on page 140.

DO YOU BAMBOO?

Our Bijoux page this month features one of Palm Beach’s most iconic motifs: bamboo. Page 80.

Such access is not new for us. We work tirelessly to create opportunities for telling stories from an experiential viewpoint, which we believe enriches the reader experience and differentiates our magazine. For example, this month we also lift the curtain on the pearl cultivation process by reporting from the Jewelmer pearl farms in the Philippines. Late last year, I had the opportunity to visit these farms in the Palawan archipelago and witness every part of the process, from the labs and hatchery to the floating spat nurseries to the grafting facilities. The pièce de résistance, of course, was the harvest. What a thrill to watch an oyster being opened and a golden pearl extracted! Kudos to the Jewelmer team for being so transparent, not only about the cultivation itself, but also about the challenges facing the industry—and there are many. There is no question that a golden pearl is a miracle from the sea, but in the face of waning production and rising prices, owning a perfect pearl might soon be the ultimate luxury. Check out “Going for Gold” on page 134 for the full story.

Another can’t-miss feature this month is “Palm Beach Style Stars.” As the name suggests, we turn the spotlight on some of our most fashionable residents, whose sartorial choices set trends and defy predictability. With the help of our judges— fashion industry insiders Amy Fine Collins, Cameron Silver, and Liz Lange—we have curated a list of style icons from the classic to the quirky and everything in between. Meet them on page 112.

Wishing you a joyful and inspirational March!

Daphne Nikolopoulos daphne@palmbeachillustrated.com

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FROM THE PUBLISHER

JUST LUCKY

Every now and again, an idea or concept crosses your desk that makes you stop and think about the larger implications for your life. For me this March, it’s a survey of songwriters and the occurrence of “lucky” words or phrases used in popular music. DJ Khaled (not on my personal playlist) topped the survey with the highest number of words (996) connoting luck or being lucky used in the 214 songs that he has written. If you want to improve the trajectory of luck in your life, at 4.65 lucky words per song, you had better add DJ Khaled to your streaming playlist. Good luck with that!

For the rest of us around these environs, all we need to do is survey the landscape. Palm trees? Check. Beach? Check. Turquoise waters sparkling under radiant sunlight? Check. Unusually attractive, fascinating locals? Check! You, dear readers, are the lucky ones. Perhaps you are perusing this page poolside at The Colony. Or, maybe you’re checking out the feature on smartly dressed Palm Beachers (page 112) while at the Eau Spa in between a mani and a pedi. Or, as I am wont to do, you are tucked in field side at a polo match passing a copy to a new pal in need of a great dinner recommendation.

No matter where you’ve found us, we’re glad that you’re here. The fashion, features, and content presented on these pages is cultivated, created, reviewed, edited, read, and reread to ensure that each and every issue is as good as it can be. We take content creation very seriously because we know that’s what you expect from us.

Getting things just right on the finished page takes skill and a little bit of luck. A former magazine colleague of mine liked to say that if he had a choice between being smart or being lucky, he would rather be lucky. I suppose, in a way, he was right. We are lucky to have the opportunity to bring this magazine to you month after month. But, it’s also pretty smart of us to be “lucky” enough to be in the right place at the right time to do that— for the past 72 years and counting.

Until the next issue,

Terry Duffy tduffy@palmbeachmedia.com

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INTERNATIONAL RED CROSS BALL

WHO: Palm Beach and Treasure Coast Chapter of the American Red Cross WHAT: SixtyThird International Red Cross Ball WHERE: The Breakers, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: Guests gathered to raise a record-breaking $1.75 million to fund programs for veterans, U.S. military personnel, and disaster relief.

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BEBE DAVIS, MURRAY AND SARAH KESSLER

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CHARLES AND AMANDA SCHUMACHER

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40 YEARS OF MORSELIFE

WHO: MorseLife Health System WHAT: A Star is Born Fortieth Anniversary Celebration WHERE: The Breakers, Palm Beach

HIGHLIGHTS: Nearly 400 guests attended the record-breaking dinner dance chaired by longtime supporters Sondra and David S. Mack. The evening kicked off MorseLife’s Fortieth Anniversary Campaign and celebrated four decades of service, community impact, and excellence in senior living and health care.

MARSHA AND RICHARD GOLDBERG

JEAN SHARF, LAWRENCE HERBERT

SIMONE AND DAVID LEVINSON

MITCHELL AND HILARIE MORGAN

MICHELLE AND JOE JACOBS

JILL AND SANDY SIRULNICK

SONDRA MACK, SUTTON FOSTER, DAVID S. MACK

SUSAN AND MORRIS MARK

RICHARD AND SUSAN FRIEDMAN

PAM AND ED PANTZER

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COCKTAILS FOR COMPASS

WHO: Compass LGBTQ+ Community Center

WHAT: Twenty-First Annual Cocktails for Compass

WHERE: Club Colette, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: For two decades, supporters have gathered on the second Sunday in December to bolster Compass’ mission to engage, empower, and enrich the lives of LGBTQ+ people and those impacted by HIV/AIDS.

SIMON DOONAN AND JONATHAN ADLER

MICHAEL LIZANICH II, DON BURNS

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PALM BEACH MAYOR

DANIELLE HICKOX MOORE, BILL BONE

STEPHEN MOONEY AND SCOTT VELOZO

ROSS MELTZER, JUSTIN LYNCH

JAMES BERWIND AND KEVIN CLARK

REGAN ROHDE, BURT MINKOFF

LAKE WORTH BEACH MAYOR

BETTY RESCH, JULIE SEAVER

NICK GOLD AND BRAM MAJTLIS

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SCULPTURE IN MOTION

WHO: Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens WHAT: Seventh Annual Sculpture in Motion WHERE: Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, West Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: Guests toured pre- and post-war automobiles, including a 1929 Rolls-Royce York Roadster Phantom I, a 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB/C Comp, and a 1971 Maserati Ghibli SS, while honoring local veterans and Gold Star Families of Palm Beach County.

MAUREEN KELLY AND SAM LEHRMAN

MATT AND TORI EVERSMANN, CHRISTINA AND HARVEY OYER III

DONALD OSBORNE, KIM AND STEPHEN BRUNO

BOB BISHOP

JILL SHIBLES

LARRY KOPP

ALICIA AND JOHN BARNES

FRANCES AND JEFF FISHER

MATT AND HELENE LORENTZEN

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POLICE & FIRE RESCUE BALL

WHO: Palm Beach Police & Fire Foundation

WHAT: Eighteenth Annual Palm Beach Police & Fire Rescue Ball WHERE: The Mar-a-Lago Club, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: The Palm Beach-meets-Capri affair welcomed more than 700 guests and raised more than $3.3 million, surpassing last year’s record. Renny & Reed created an ambience that embodied the La Dolce Vita theme, setting the tone for an evening of poolside cocktails, live entertainment, and more.

LINDA GARY AND MICHAEL BELISLE

NICOLA AND JEFF MARCUS

DEVON AND TOM ROUSH

TALBOTT MAXEY, DAVID S. MACK, KARIN LUTER

TIM MORAN, JOHN SCARPA, KENDALL REYES, NICK CARISTO

JOE AND YULIE SEKULA, JAMIE AND SEAN BAKER

ANNIE AND MICHAEL FALK

MEI SZE AND JEFF GREENE

TASHA AND KIRK BLOUIN

AMY AND JOHN PHELAN

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CHRISTMAS BALL

WHO: Peggy Adams

Animal Rescue

League WHAT:

Fifty-Second Annual Christmas Ball

WHERE: Sailfish

Club of Florida, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS:

The festive holiday fete supported Peggy Adams’ work to rescue homeless, neglected, and injured pets. Guests felt the holiday spirit with glowing lights, lush garlands, Christmas trees, and, of course, adoptable pets.

SAM AND VICKY HUNT

MICHELE AND HOWARD KESSLER

ANN AND CHARLES JOHNSON

PAULINE PITT AND JERRY SEAY

JAMES BERWIND AND KEVIN CLARK

EMILIA FANJUL PFEIFLER, SUE BERRY

LESLY SMITH, PHILIP TILEARCIO, PALM BEACH MAYOR DANIELLE HICKOX MOORE

ELIZABETH MEIGHER, CALLIE HOLT

MICHAEL AND JULIE CONNORS

PEPE AND EMILIA FANJUL

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PINK TIE GUY RECEPTION

WHO: Nancy Brinker WHAT: Promise Fund of Florida’s Annual Pink Tie Guy Reception

WHERE: Nancy Brinker’s residence, Palm Beach

HIGHLIGHTS: Supporters and friends honored the Pink Tie Guys, the local men who support women battling breast and cervical cancer. The Guys sported signature pink ties designed and donated by Brioni Palm Beach.

HERBERT WERTHEIM, MICHAEL ZINNER

NICKI HARRIS, ERIC BRINKER

LAUREN ISABEAU ROSS, DAN PONTON

LAURIE SILVERS, NANCY BRINKER, JULIE FISHER CUMMINGS

PAULETTE KOCH, DIANE SCULLEY

RON ROSENFELD, ELLEN LEVY

PRISCILLA SMITH, CHERYL GORDON KRONGARD

TOM ROSSIN, DAVID BRODSKY

HOWARD AND MICHELE KESSLER

JOHN SCULLEY, KEN ENDELSON

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DO AT THE ZOO

WHO: Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society WHAT: Do at the Zoo WHERE: Palm Beach Zoo, West Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: Guests enjoyed a wild evening at the alfresco event under sparkling Zoo Lights. The luminous fete boasted bites, cocktails, and experiences with resident animals in honor of the organization’s commitment to wildlife.

KELLY BRAUNSTEIN, BETH CAMPBELL SAFRO, ROBYN TANNENBAUM, TRISH DUNNE

KIM FRISBIE, KATIE FRISBIE CROWELL

JULIE AND MIKE CONNORS

KALLEY HOFFMAN, HOLLY CARDINALE, NAOMI SCHARF

RUTH BAUM, CAROLE MORAN, MARGO MCKNIGHT

DAN AND KATHIE COMERFORD CAPEHART

PHILIP SAVILLE AND RENATA BAUER SAVILLE

CECILIA AND GUILLERMO PEREZ-VARGAS

LOREN AND CASEY KLEIN

NICHOLAS AND CAROLINE RAFFERTY

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PALM BEACH HEART BALL CHAIRMEN’S LUNCHEON

WHO: American Heart Association WHAT: Sixty-Ninth Annual Palm Beach Heart Ball Chairmen’s Luncheon WHERE: The Colony Hotel, Palm Beach HIGHLIGHTS: Event chairmen and supporters gathered at The Colony Hotel for a chic luncheon ahead of the SixtyNinth Annual Palm Beach Heart Ball and the American Heart Association’s Centennial.

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KATHRYN C. VECELLIO, JULIE RUDOLPH

DAPHNE OZ, TARA VECELLIO, MARY MAHONEY

MARGIE ALLINSON, MONIKA PRESTON

KAYLA FOX, MARIE UNANUE

VIRGINIA OATLEY, DEBORAH DAY

DIANA MAUNE, MARTI LATOUR

ARLETTE GORDON, LORE SMITH

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THE INSIDE TRACK TO EVERYTHING PALM BEACH

SOARING SOON

Picture yourself in I-95 traffic. Now imagine stepping foot off a dock in Palm Beach, soaring above the seas, then disembarking directly into PortMiami. With the Regent Seagliders—futuristic vehicles that combine the speed of an aircraft with the convenience and cost-effectiveness of a boat—that fantasy may soon become reality. Conceived by a team of MIT-trained ex-Boeing engineers, Seagliders are a zero-emission, high-speed craft built to serve coastal and island communities. They will operate exclusively over the water and leverage existing dock infrastructure to transport people and goods up to 160 nautical miles. They will fly a few meters

off the water’s surface by keeping their wingtips in ground effect, an aerodynamic phenomenon that generates increased lift (and thus a floating effect) when flying close to a flat surface.

Last fall, Regent announced a partnership with electric aviation company Surf Air Mobility to establish a Seaglider operations base in Miami that will include passenger transport service in South Florida, with potential routes linking Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach, and the Caribbean islands. Regent expects to begin sea trials of these 12-passenger vehicles as early as this summer. (regentcraft.com) —Skye Sherman

SPOTLIGHT

Wood You Rather?

Artisans transform the raw or carved materials into sculptures, wall art, and furnishings

After two decades in Greenwich, Connecticut, and fi lling many commissioned orders from Florida, Cocoon Gallery relocated to Naples in 2020. Late last year, the modern furniture maker opened its second Florida showroom on Palm Beach, accompanied by a West Palm Beach warehouse with an even larger selection of art. Cocoon’s pieces are crafted from organic materials—mostly wood and precious minerals—sourced from some of the most remote parts of the globe; founder Mitchell Siegel holds a permit to import exotic species of wood from Southeast Asia, Brazil, and similar tropical locations. Artisans transform the raw or carved materials into sculptures, wall art, and furnishings like tables, lamps, and other decor, but pieces can also be customized. Though only fallen trees are sourced, for each one received, a new tree is planted, ensuring sustainability. The intent is to preserve these earthly treasures by transforming them into functional natural art pieces that serve as timeless heirlooms. (cocoongallery.com) —S.S.

IN MOTION

RIDE ALONG

At 19, Canadian show jumper and Wellington resident Quintyn Baeumler is more accomplished than most people twice his age. His team won gold at the 2023 North American Youth Jumping Championships and he recently opened the Kantoor Club, a coworking space–meets–executive lounge at this year’s Winter Equestrian Festival. PBI caught up with Baeumler to learn more about Kantoor and his hopes for the future. (instagram.com/quintyn baeumler) —S.S.

PBI: What got you interested in show jumping?

Baeumler: I discovered my passion for riding at the age of 12. I stumbled upon an equestrian summer camp just down the street from my home. It was there, alongside my sister, that I fell in love with horses and the sport. I have yet to look back.

What pushes you toward the next

milestone achievement?

My drive stems from my passion for the equestrian sport. I’m committed to personal growth and love the thrill of overcoming challenges and being the best I can be. Tell us about your plans for the Kantoor Club at Wellington International.

Kantoor Club [is] a haven for attendees seeking a premium

experience and atmosphere to work remotely, connect with friends, and escape the hustle and bustle. This is a project I have been working on for quite a while, and I am proud to officially share it with so many others. What is your vision for the future?

My goal for the future is to compete at the Olympics and top levels of show jumping. I’d like to continue to grow my knowledge as a horseman and inspire a new generation of riders, encouraging them to pursue excellence with the same dedication and passion that I have for this incredible sport. I’m also dedicated to growing [the] Kantoor Club, with plans to expand its presence throughout North America and into Europe.

Cocoon Gallery specializes in modern furniture and art crafted from organic, sustainably sourced materials.

Quintyn Baeumler’s passion for all things equestrian shows in several related pursuits.

NICOLE SCHULTZ

WHO RUN THE WORLD?

IN HONOR OF WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH, MEET SIX LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS DEDICATED TO EMPOWERING WOMEN AND GIRLS

BY SKYE SHERMAN

Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of

Palm Beach County

Established in 1985 in response to an increase in poor birth outcomes due to a lack of available prenatal care, the Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Palm Beach County remains committed to ensuring access to affordable early pregnancy care, education, and support. The agency’s newest program is Stronger Together, which provides doula certification to cohorts of Black American women, with the goal to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality among this demographic. (hmhbpbc.org)

PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS

At centers around the state, including in Palm Springs, Pace provides academic classes, counseling, and social services to middle and high school girls, many afflicted by traumatic circumstances. Pace serves more than 3,500 girls annually and, over the past decade, has contributed to a 60 percent decrease in the number of girls referred to Florida’s juvenile justice system. “We envision a world where all girls, regardless of their circumstances, can thrive and succeed,” says Sara Nunez, executive director of Pace Broward/Palm Beach. (pacecenter.org)

First, Female West Palm Beach curator and art activist Gaby Viteri recently founded this community group to empower local women through art and creativity and bring more high-quality, female-focused art and cultural programming to our area. (instagram.com/firstfemalepb)

DRESS FOR SUCCESS PALM BEACHES

With a mission to help women achieve economic independence and overcome workplace inequality and pay disparity, Dress for Success offers individual career coaching, job search and interview help, and fashion advice from volunteers including personal stylists, career coaches, and one-on-one mentors. After landing the job they’ve dressed for, women are given a full workweek wardrobe. The organization will host its Style for Hope luncheon at the Kravis Center March 15. (dressforsuccesspb.org)

Executive Women of the Palm Beaches Foundation

Bringing together leaders from various professional fields, Executive Women of the Palm Beaches Foundation exists to support and advance local women in business and community leadership. A luncheon featuring Ellen Latham (creator and co-founder of Orangetheory Fitness) is slated for April 18 at the Kravis Center, with proceeds benefiting college scholarships and grant funding. (ewpb.org)

XEmpowHer of the Palm Beaches

Following her presidency with the League of Women Voters Palm Beach County, Geanine Wester established EmpowHer of the Palm Beaches with a multipronged approach to uplifting women, including via personal leadership and branding, economic, political and legal, educational and health, and youth empowerment. A focus for the organization is connecting female high school students with mentors, helping them to build character and leadership skills. (empowherofthepalmbeaches.org)

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LADY OF THE HOUSE

INSIDE THE WORLD OF LEGENDARY FRENCH

COUTURIÈRE GABRIELLE “COCO” CHANEL

BY JUDY ALEXANDRA DIEDWARDO

London’s venerable Victoria & Albert Museum recently hosted a never-before-seen retrospective of the iconic House of Chanel and its eponymous founder. The multimedia exhibit charts the origin and evolution of her signature style—from the opening of her millinery boutique in Paris in 1910 to the showing of her final collection in 1971. “We were inspired by the 2021 exhibition organized by the Palais Galliera Fashion Museum of the City of Paris and reimagined it for the V&A with over 100 new objects, including rarely seen pieces from our own collection,” says Connie Karol Burks, the exhibition’s project curator at the V&A. On March 7, Burks will visit The Society of the Four Arts on Palm Beach to discuss the exhibition and the influence of Mademoiselle Chanel. Here, she offers a taste of what attendees can expect. (fourarts.org)

XPBI: Can you provide some background on Chanel’s unique aesthetic and pioneering approach to fashion design?

Burks: Chanel designed first and foremost for herself. She anticipated the needs and wants of the modern woman by creating clothes fit for an independent and active lifestyle, which was genius, especially for her time. Right up until the latter part of her career, when she was in her 80s, she said, “I wouldn’t design something I didn’t want to wear myself.” So, she was always her own best client and even modeled her own design in adverts. She was concerned about how clothes moved and felt to the wearer. It wasn’t just about the look. In fact, she once said, “A dress that isn’t comfortable is a failure.”

This awareness wasn’t typical for the periods she worked in. Oh, absolutely not. As such, one of the first fabrics that she embraced was very fine silk jersey, which was commonly used in men’s underwear and sportswear. It wasn’t a fashion fabric, but she prized it for its stretch and brilliant drape, which made it both comfortable and beautiful. She also used cotton for evening wear and transformed tweed from a very practical, countryside, outdoor fabric into something elegant. Again, showing an unconventional approach with textiles, which was genius. Also, she didn’t sketch. She worked directly on her mannequins or models [so that] she could see how the garment she was creating would move. It shows such an awareness about fashion versus style.

VICTORIA & ALBERT MUSEUM LONDON

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How did you organize the exhibit to showcase her signature aesthetic and evolution?

We created 10 themed sections that explore her innovative approach to fabric, silhouette, and construction: her career as a milliner and first boutique in Paris in 1910, which enabled her expansion into clothing; the creation of her signature style in the 1920s and 1930s; the launch of Chanel No. 5, which became the world’s bestselling fragrance; evening wear that accentuated the female form; closing her business during wartime and the 1954 relaunch of her couture house at age 71; The Suit, the defining garment

of Chanel’s contribution to fashion, described by Vogue in 1964 as “the world’s prettiest uniform”; classic accessories fundamental to Chanel’s concept of a harmonious silhouette that includes the 2.55 handbag and two-tone slingback shoes; cocktail suits in rich, decorative gold and silver

lamé fabrics; costume jewelry; and the debut of a relaxed version of the formal dress.

The exhibit features almost 200 looks seen together for the first time. In your two years of research, what did you find most surprising about Chanel?

The consistency of her approach, which is truly stunning. So, whilst on the surface the dresses from the ’20s are very much from that era and the ’60s are identifiably postwar, there is a joining sensibility that connects them all. Each one adds to the narrative and our understanding of what she created. So, as mad as it sounds to say of a room filled with 54 tweed suits, each has its own particular style—the way a skirt is pleated or the buttons that are hand-painted to match the tweed. As such, there are very few pieces that give away their age, which speaks to the timelessness of her designs. Even with her brand logo and packaging, there’s an elegance and a completeness to it despite being fairly sparse.

I understand that she was always more interested in creating a style rather than a passing fashion.

Indeed. Case in point: every designer has their own version of the Chanel suit jacket, which she absolutely would have approved of. She was really unique in not caring about being copied. To the contrary, she loved it. She loved seeing her designs trickle down. She once said, “That’s when I knew I’d made a style.”

The Chanel exhibition touches upon such subjects as The Suit, evening wear, accessories, and Chanel No. 5, as well as Chanel’s early use of silk, as seen in this circa-1916 marinière blouse (below center).

VICTORIA & ALBERT MUSEUM LONDON

Down in DELRAY

SPEND SPRING BREAK EXPLORING DOWNTOWN DELRAY BEACH’S LOCALLY OWNED BOUTIQUES, FAMILY-FRIENDLY ATTRACTIONS, AND COOL EVENTS

BY KARINA WENSJOE

AVALON GALLERY

Avalon Gallery has been a source for enchanting home decor for more than 30 years. Shop a collection of glass, lamps, ceramics, metalworks, furniture, fine art, and more from more than 120 artists. (avalononatlantic.com)

SILVERBALL RETRO ARCADE

Travel back in time to the heyday of arcades at Silverball, where visitors pay a flat entry fee to gain access to an array of pinball machines, arcade games, and more spanning multiple decades. Show your skill on such classics as Frogger, Asteroids, Skee-Ball, and pinball machines from the early twentieth century through today. (silverball museum.com/delray-beach)

A LITTLE WYLD

Embrace whimsy at this women-owned boutique that opened in Pineapple Grove in 2021. A curated collection of clothing for women, kids, and babies—as well as accessories, home decor, stationery, and toys—makes this a must-shop spot for crafting a Palm Beach–coded wardrobe. (alittlewyld.com)

PERIWINKLE

A DOWNTOWN DELRAY MAINSTAY FOR MORE THAN 10 YEARS, PERIWINKLE IS A RETAIL HAVEN FOR WOMEN ON THE HUNT FOR CHIC ATTIRE THAT CAN TAKE THEM FROM THE BEACH TO A NIGHT ON THE TOWN. OWNER CARRIE DELAFIELD CARRIES NUMEROUS TOP BRANDS, INCLUDING FARM RIO, SIMKHAI, AND STAUD. (PERIWINKLEONLINE.COM)

SURF DISTRICT SURF SHOP

Nestled in Delray’s historic 1895 train depot, Surf District will set you up with everything you’ll need to catch some Atlantic waves. In addition to a selection of surfing attire, accessories, and boards, Surf District offers private surf lessons and frequently hosts surf clinics to coincide with school breaks. (surf-district.com)

attire, accessories, and boards, Surf District

SPECIAL EVENTS

First Friday Art Walk, March 1. Kick off the month with this celebration of downtown Delray’s galleries and studios. From 6 to 9 p.m., peruse special exhibitions, get to know local artists, and listen to live music. (downtown delraybeach.com/artwalk)

St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival, March 16. The city has held this annual event for more than half a century, inclusive of dozens of floats honoring Irish heritage and culture. The festival promises live music, food, merchandise, games, and activities. (stpatsdelray.com)

The Cure Tribute Band, March 28. Head to the Old School Square amphitheater for the March edition of the Free Twilight Concert Series, where your favorite hits from iconic ’80s band The Cure will be on tap. (delrayoldschoolsquare.com)

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DEFINING PALM BEACH STYLE

OUR TROPICAL SURROUNDINGS AND RESORT ORIGINS GREATLY INFLUENCE DESIGN TODAY

BY KATHERINE VAN DELL AND SEBASTIAN CLARKE

Palm Beach is on a short list of worldwide locations that need no introduction. The town exudes a style that is almost sensory. If you close your eyes and think of Palm Beach, a dappling of bright colors, tropically kissed breezes, and the background music of the Atlantic’s tumbling surf may come to mind. But unlike hearing the ocean roar in a conch shell, it can be difficult to encapsulate Palm Beach style.

It helps to look back to the earliest days of Palm Beach’s development. In 1893, Standard Oil tycoon Henry Flagler described Palm Beach as a “veritable paradise.” Flagler envisioned a luxury resort community accessible by train; by 1894, his Florida East Coast Railway was depositing wealthy passengers from frozen Northern cities to his famous Hotel Royal Poinciana.

Drawing inspiration from late-nineteenthcentury resort-town opulence, modern-day interior designers, stylists, and tastemakers alike are constantly moving the ball forward. Each new show house brings a fresh take on a style we have all come to love, using many of the fundamental ingredients that we have turned to for more than a century.

Tropical motifs and vivid hues that emulate our surroundings are a must. Living in indooroutdoor spaces in a fluid and easy way is a signature of Palm Beach style; this includes the use of rattan and bamboo furniture and accessories, palm leaves, and a plethora of orchids.

No coastal town is without nautical motifs

and influences from lands across the sea. Thanks to the contributions of architect Addison Mizner and his Mediterranean Revival and Spanish Colonial Revival styles, the Palm Beach look is now characterized by a unique blending of splendid accessories. Here, you may find fabrics with knotted nautical embellishments, sixteenth- and seventeenth-century Hispano Moresque pottery, and Venetian

glass accessories seamlessly incorporated into a single living space.

Fabrics in soft pastels and wallpapers featuring chinoiserie designs—a reference to the European interpretation of Chinese art that became popular in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries— bleed into our current aesthetic. These designs frequently feature decorative elements and imagery inspired by Asian art and life (think: brightly lacquered lanterns, pagodas, and Imari porcelain). Chintz, a type of fabric known for its colorful, repeating floral patterns or tropical motifs, often adorns upholstered furniture. Antique furnishings mingle with modern and contemporary art and sculpture in a laid-back yet refined way.

In Palm Beach, you are never far from inspiration. When acquiring pieces for your own home, search for items that reflect our island environment and history in an authentic way. «

Above: Interior designers such as Amanda Doering have embraced contemporary Palm Beach style. Inset: Historic landmarks like the Flagler Museum exemplify the island’s Gilded Age grandeur.

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THIRD STREET SOUTH

NAPLES, FLORIDA

LITERATI

WOMEN WHO WRITE

STOCK YOUR BOOKSHELVES WITH TITLES BY FEMALE AUTHORS WITH FLORIDA TIES

BY MARY MURRAY

JENNINE CAPÓ CRUCET

Born and bred Miamian Jennine Capó Crucet’s Cuban heritage and South Florida roots have greatly influenced her writing, which includes a short story collection titled How to Leave Hialeah. On March 5, she’ll release Say Hello to My Little Friend (Simon & Schuster, $28), a Miami-centric novel described as a mashup of Scarface and Moby Dick (jcapocrucet.com)

LAUREN GROFF

Lauren Groff became the poster child for contemporary Florida writers with her 2018 short story collection, Florida, which was a finalist for the National Book Award. Last fall, the Gainesville resident released The Vaster Wilds (Riverhead Books, $28), a surrealist historical novel about a servant girl who escapes from the Jamestown colony in the winter of 1609-10. (laurengroff.com)

LADEE HUBBARD

Raised in Florida, Ladee Hubbard set her first novel, The Talented Ribkins, in cities across the state. Her 2023 release, The Last Suspicious Holdout (Amistad, $25), comprises 13 stories that offer various perspectives on an African American Southern suburban community between 1992 and 2007. (ladeehubbard.com)

CHRISTINA DIAZ GONZALEZ

Christina Diaz Gonzalez pens moving novels and graphic novels for young adults and children. One of the Miami-based author’s most recent works, The Bluest Sky (Yearling, $9), debuted in paperback last month and centers around a young boy named Héctor and his experience during Cuba’s 1980 Mariel boatlift. (christinagonzalez.com)

PATRICIA ENGEL

An associate professor of creative writing at the University of Miami, Patricia Engel garnered national attention with 2021’s Infinite Country, a novel set in Engel’s parents’ home country of Colombia. She followed that up with 2023’s The Faraway World (Simon & Schuster, $26), a short story collection that revolves around themes of migration, sacrifice, and moral compromise. (patriciaengel.com)

KRISTEN ARNETT

An Orlando resident, Kristen Arnett exploded onto the literary scene in 2019 with her best-selling debut novel, Mostly Dead Things. Her latest work of fiction is 2021’s With Teeth (Riverhead Books, $16), which is set in Florida and follows Sammie Lucas as she grapples with her complicated relationship to motherhood, her son, and her wife. (kristen arnettwriter.com)

Portrush Design

SEA TURTLES. SEA LIFE. SEE CONSERVATION.

STYLE

CURATED FINDS, LUXE ACCESSORIES, AND RUNWAY REPORTS

IT LIST

COURTESY

BY KATHERINE LANDE

1. Layer your wrists à la Iris Apfel: embellished Bakelite bangles (prices vary), Mark Davis, markdavis.com | 2. Get instant beauty cred with an editor and influencer darling: Essential Lip Compact ($88, available in four shades), Fara Homidi, farahomidi.com | 3. Invest in a bouquet that never dies: Dior Fine Jewelry Milly Carnivora ring, necklace, and earrings (all price upon request), Dior, dior. com | 4. Give the term “art walk” new meaning: Gray Malin x Stubbs & Wootton needlepoint loafers ($650, available for both men and women), Stubbs & Wootton, stubbsandwootton.com | 5. Paint your own statement-making masterpiece: white canvas baguette bag with painting kit ($4,200), Fendi, fendi.com Swiftie for life: Fantasy Football print, “morning after” tribute featuring the J. Logan Horne shirt Travis Kelce wore at Taylor Swift’s Argentina concert ($450), Donald Drawbertson, donald drawbertson.com | 7. Dress up your coffee table with a chic fashion tome: Colormania: Color and Fashion by Elizaveta Porodina and Wes Gordon ($85), Carolina Herrera, carolinaherrera.com

In Living Color

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LOUISE AND MARIA THORNFELDT

STYLE

THE LOOK

OLD FLORIDA

COASTAL GRANDMOTHER TAKES ON NEW SARTORIAL MEANING IN THE SOUTH

BY KATHERINE LANDE

BALENCIAGA SUMMER 2024

A vintageinspired floral print looks fresh when utilized for a modern column gown.

NINE LIVES

Cat-eyed double-frame sunglasses ($480), Loewe, loewe.com

BEST BUD Necklace ($1,675), Chanel, Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, chanel.com

LIFE’S A PICNIC Handbag ($2,750), Valentino, Palm Beach, valentino.com

PICK A PETAL Cloudy resin floral chandelier earrings ($480), Oscar de la Renta, Palm Beach, oscardelarenta.com

STYLE NOTES X

BLOOMING BEAUTIES:

Opt for floral accents and chintz prints.

WOVEN WONDERS:

Wicker is the ultimate style staple.

WALK LIKE A LADY:

The slingback is the shoe of choice, both day and night.

LAST STRAW Medor Picnic wicker cuff ($1,525), Hermès, Palm Beach,

IN THE LIMELIGHT

hermes.com

Raffia slingbacks with DG logo ($945), Dolce & Gabbana, Palm Beach, dolcegabbana.com

POWER PUMPS

FLOWER CHILD

Dior

Miss Dior bag (price upon request), Dior, dior.com

Virgule strass buckle slingback pumps ($1,750), Roger Vivier, rogervivier.com

TASTEMAKERS

Grand OPENING

CAROLINA HERRERA’S CREATIVE DIRECTOR DISHES ON THE BRAND’S NEW PALM BEACH STORE AND MORE

BY VALERIE STAGGS PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICK MELE

As Wes Gordon, the creative director for worldwide fashion house Carolina Herrera, settles into a signature pink sofa in the showroom of the company’s newest boutique, he has just one thing on his mind: “I really hope my flight arrives in time for me to put the kids to bed.”

Gordon has been away from his New York City home while on a whirlwind trip to Palm Beach for the opening of the Carolina Herrera store on Worth Avenue. While he is eager to return to his husband and two young children before bedtime, he is also excited to finally have a brick-and-mortar presence in Palm Beach.

“Palm Beach is such a great market for Herrera,” Gordon says. “For me, nothing beats the romance of Worth Avenue. Just to stroll up and down Worth is the most beautiful, dreamy thing.”

The store sits at 150 Worth Avenue and has a walkway to its west that leads to the Esplanade’s courtyard, giving it a unique “corner” location with two glass facades that let natural light into the stunning showroom. The 2,200-square-foot boutique was patterned after Herrera’s threestory flagship store on Madison Avenue, as seen in the arch details and black-andwhite hexagonal floor. However, interior designer David Lucido (who is based in Palm Beach and New York) and MAO Architecture also incorporated elements distinctive to Palm Beach. The walls, for example, are the same pink Gordon developed for the Madison Avenue store

Wes Gordon at the new Carolina Herrera boutique on Worth Avenue.

STYLE

but mixed with sand to provide a slightly softer tone. Rope-twisted pedestals display merchandise throughout, and the upholstery boasts a twisted-rope trim.

“I wanted it to really embrace Palm Beach and to feel like a Mizner space,” Gordon explains, “like a heritage, legacy Palm Beach home.”

Palm Beach shoppers can peruse a little bit

of everything the brand has to offer, including accessories, bags, fragrances, shoes, jewelry, eyewear, beauty products, and clothing collections by Gordon. “I design six collections a year now,” he notes. “So, at any point in time, our stores will have between three and four collections on the floor.”

Like the design of the boutique itself, the collections inside evoke a distinctive Palm

“ THE MISSION OF THIS HOUSE IS TO CREATE HAPPY, BEAUTIFUL CLOTHES. THEY’RE CLOTHES THAT DON’T TAKE THEMSELVES TOO SERIOUSLY.”

Beach aesthetic. “The foundation of everything I do at Herrera is color and floral,” Gordon says. “The mission of this house is to create happy, beautiful clothes. They’re clothes that don’t take themselves too seriously. I think that’s very much a shared philosophy with Palm Beach style. It’s about putting something on that brightens your day, that makes you feel like the most beautiful version of yourself.”

Much like the changing face of Palm Beach, the Herrera brand has evolved to reflect its customers. “Palm Beach has really experienced an incredible evolution in its community, especially over the past few years,” Gordon continues. “So many different kinds of women now live and shop in Palm Beach. We really try to be a house that anyone can walk into and find something that speaks to her soul and amplifies who she is.”

Founded in 1981, Carolina Herrera has long been a part of the Palm Beach fashion scene. The label’s clothing is a staple at many a local event, and Mrs. Herrera herself was often in Palm Beach when she was designing the line. Furthermore, Herrera’s ties to Palm Beach stem from how closely the brand’s personality fits with the island’s unique style, Gordon explains.

“What’s beautiful about Palm Beach is that the women dress. They make the effort to have fun with what they put on. They treat their clothes as an extension of their personality, and they’re fearless. I often like to say that Carolina Herrera is for a woman who is in hot pink or orange or yellow on a day when everyone else is in gray or black.”

Gordon looks forward to seeing more women wearing Carolina Herrera around town and spending more time in Palm Beach himself. “I love just strolling up and down Worth. I love going to vias, restaurants, and friends’ houses. There’s a pace here that is just lovely.” (carolinaherrera.com) «

Gordon has ensured that this store’s design and collection offerings evoke a distinctive Palm Beach aesthetic.

THE EDIT

CARRIED AWAY

Cabata tote bag ($1,490), Christian Louboutin, christian louboutin.com

I’m currently coveting this elegant yet edgy bag for toting business and travel essentials. The structured design in black calfskin leather feels classic, while the unexpected spike embellishments provide a subtle punk twist, presenting as an ideal accessory for work or play. —Allison Wolfe Reckson, managing editor

Finishing Touches

IT’S A SHOE-IN

Origami slides ($495), Alvin Valley, alvinvalley.com

Comfort, but make it chic: Alvin Valley’s versatile and flattering Origami slides are the perfect accessory for beachwear, caftans, and everyday shift dresses, but their elegant shape will fit right in at a ladies’ lunch or charity committee meeting.

—Daphne Nikolopoulos, editor in chief

GOOD AS GOLD

Triad earrings ($52), Fetutti Jewelry, fetuttijewelry.com

When it comes to accessories, I am a sucker for two things: earrings and artisan-made pieces. Wellington-based jewelry maker Fernanda Santos satisfies both with her Golden Grass Collection, created using an eco-friendly material from her native Brazil that naturally shines like gold. —Mary Murray, executive editor

BUCKLE UP

ACCESSORIES CAN MAKE OR BREAK AN OUTFIT, SO OUR EDITORS SHARE SOME OF THEIR STAR PLAYERS

Lucca belt ($720), Khatie, khaite.com

My wardrobe relies heavily upon belts, and I love the bold, asymmetrical shape—not to mention the gold hardware—of this one by Khatie, which evokes an ’80s vibe. Totally rad. —Jane E. Enos, contributing editor

MADE IN THE SHADE

Gendarme gold and amber unisex sunglasses ($820), Balmain, marissacollections.com

In Florida, sunglasses are imperative, especially for lightcolored eyes. This avant-garde pair from Balmain will keep me looking stylish while protecting my eyes from ultraviolet light.

—Gaylene

Salomons, contributing editor

CLOSE WATCH

Pulse Tandem watch ($230), Breda, breda.com

I’m a creature of habit. Case in point: I have a watch tan line. When an ensemble calls for something both understated and funky, I opt for this Pulse Tandem piece, which dances between watch and jewelry. —Abigail Duffy, web editor

Jennifer

Globe cuff ($975), Fisher, jenniferfisher.com

My favorite dress-it-up, dress-it-down accessory is this gold-plated brass cuff that sits comfortably against your wrist— and draws compliments galore. Wear it solo as a statement piece or stacked with other bracelets. —Kristen Desmond LeFevre, contributing editor

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Early College Acceptances Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Early College Acceptances Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Early College Acceptances Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Cornell University

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Emory University

Charloe Xie

Georgetown

Anna Shullman

MIT

Isidoro Lapidot

Northwestern

Rayan Rahmani

Notre Dame

Caroline Jones

NYU

Jiaxin Lin

Rice University

Bailey Ellsworth

Stanford Ramez Ortiz

Vanderbilt

Maite Collier Marinho

West Point U.S.

Military Academy

Elias Toren

Ryan Vanscoy

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NATURE MEETS ELEGANCE WITH JEWELRY EVOCATIVE OF THIS TROPICAL GRASS

BY MARY MURRAY

1. BENDING WITH THE WIND Seaman Schepps bamboo drop earrings with crystal, tsavorite, and 18-karat gold, $9,850. Seaman Schepps, Palm Beach (seaman schepps.com)

2. ENCHANTING RHYMES Kwiat bamboo necklace with diamonds set in 18-karat gold, $14,900. Marissa Collections, Palm Beach (marissacollections.com)

3. CROSS MY HEART John Hardy gold bamboo heart ring with diamonds set in 14-karat gold, $1,895. (johnhardy.com)

4. THE GARDEN GROWS Anita Ko bamboo ring with diamonds set in 18-karat gold, $4,375. Marissa Collections, Palm Beach (marissacollections.com)

5. SOME LIKE IT HOT Mish Fine Jewelry Jungle Bamboo button ear clips with coral and diamonds set in 18-karat gold, $32,000. Mish Fine Jewelry, Palm Beach (mishfine jewelry.com)

6. LOOKING GLASS Anabel Aram Jewelry bamboo ring with mother-of-pearl and crystals set in 18-karat-goldplated brass, $110. (anabelaram.com)

7. MISSING LINK Grown Brilliance bamboo link bracelet in 14-karat gold, $680. Grown Brilliance, Boca Raton (grownbrilliance.com)

8. THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL Provident Jewelry bamboo statement earrings in 18-karat gold, $4,500. Provident Jewelry locations (providentjewelry.com)

9. SECOND NATURE Silvia Furmanovich neutral bamboo cuff with 18-karat gold, diamonds, rattan, and bamboo, $7,700. Marissa Collections, Palm Beach (marissa collections.com)

RELAX & RENEW

Unwind into the ultimate self-care practice with these luxurious, aromatic, and soothing selections: Maison Francis Kurkdjian Paris 724 Hand and Body Cleansing Gel ($80, Neiman Marcus, Boca Raton); Flamingo Estate Adriatic Muscatel Sage Candle, an herbaceous mix of clary sage, sagebrush, and silver thyme ($58), and Exfoliating Peppermint Soap Brick with Big Sur sea salt, poppy seeds, and French blue clay ($42, flamingoestate.com); AKT The Deodorant Balm SC.05 Ext. Columbia Road with notes of amber, violet, and tonka ($29), and The Assistant tool ($14, aktlondon.com); David Mallett Fresh Eau de Concombre Hair and Face Mist with hyaluronic acid ($48, Saks Fifth Avenue locations); Life in Lilac Heart Throb Diffuser with tranquility-inducing oud and dark amber ($35, lifeinlilac. com); Borghese Advanced Fango Delicato Moisturizing Mud Mask, infused with white honey, olive fruit, aloe, and chamomile extracts ($23, borghese.com); and Éminence Organic Skin Care Apricot Body Oil ($34, eminenceorganics.com). —Abigail Duffy

Cleveland Clinic Florida

A Meaningful Partnership

For nearly 30 years, Kathryn and Leo Vecellio have been tireless and passionate supporters of Cleveland Clinic. Kathryn has served on the leadership board of the Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart & Vascular Institute in Cleveland. When Cleveland Clinic expanded into West Palm Beach, she broadened her focus and became an active, engaged member of the West Palm Beach Leadership Council for 12 years, and she now serves on the Weston Cleveland Clinic Board.

As an advocate of Cleveland Clinic’s work in Florida, Kathryn and Leo have played a key role in introducing new patients to Cleveland Clinic, supporting the annual Florida Ball, hosting events in their home and on their yacht Lady Kathryn V. Both Kathryn and Leo have served the ball as chairmen, and at this year’s event on February 24, they served as grand honorary chairmen.

A tradition at the Florida ball is to honor the recipient of the Sydell L. Miller award, which celebrates those who have made extraordinary contributions to Cleveland Clinic Florida and its mission of caring for life, researching for health, and educating those who serve. This year, the Vecellio family was honored with the award for their visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to improving and expanding healthcare services in Florida and beyond. Kathryn was a recipient in 2014.

With the support of ardent philanthropists like Kathryn and Leo Vecellio and their family, Cleveland Clinic can accomplish its mission to transform healthcare for our patients and shape the future of medicine in Florida and around the world.

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MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE

Your support is critical to Cleveland Clinic’s commitment to advancing the healthcare breakthroughs of tomorrow and putting Patients First. To learn more and make a gift, visit ClevelandClinicFlorida.org/Giving.

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YOUR PASSPORT TO THE MOST FASCINATING CORNERS OF THE GLOBE

FLOATING FANTASY

THE NEW DESIGN-RICH SEVEN SEAS GRANDEUR REDEFINES ULTRA-LUXURY CRUISING

BY PAUL RUBIO

Having debuted at PortMiami in December 2023, the freshly minted Seven Seas Grandeur delivers a study in contemporary-meets-timeless cruise ship glamour, consummated over excellence in design, gastronomy, recreation, and guest services. While Grandeur’s framework, 55,500 tonnage, and 373 all-suite, all-balcony inventory mirror its sister ships, the Seven Seas Explorer and Seven Seas Splendor, this newcomer resides in a league of its own, both among its siblings and the luxury cruise industry at large.

To create interiors most in tune with today’s cruising elite, Regent Seven Seas Cruises commissioned awardwinning Studio Dado, which was responsible for the top conversation-worthy public spaces on Explorer and Splendor. According to founding partner Greg Walton during a Q&A on the ship’s inaugural U.S. sailing, Grandeur presented an opportunity for Dado to “choreograph all the touchpoints” across the vessel instead of one-off spaces. Through an evolved point of view that still honors

From inset: aerial of the Seven Seas Grandeur; Compass Rose dining room.

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Regent’s heritage, Dado was “able to take charge of the entire guest experience,” deliver venues that function like individual “works of art,” and showcase furnishings, accessories, and details that “speak to every individual who sails.”

Once onboard, the ship’s multisensory fantasy comes to life. The open-plan atrium at once soothes with its gold, chocolate, and earth-toned hues and invigorates through a dazzling centerpiece chandelier inspired by intertwined bangle bracelets. Panoramic glass elevators glide opposite an intricately woven, 40-foot-tall tapestry, titled The Enchanted Tree, by Brazilian artist Walter Goldfarb.

Continue to signature specialty restaurant Compass Rose, veiled by a cascading waterfall sculpture hewn with laser-cut metal and handblown glass. Behind the waterfall, discover a multidimensional dining room crowned by arches of illuminated trees and interwoven crystal leaves that play off the sun’s glow. At your table, you’ll be greeted by gilded Versace plates, a precursor to the artistic entrées that await. Another dining option is Pacific Rim. At this pan-Asian specialty restaurant, diners can whet their palates with an amuse-bouche of art—in the form of a bonsai cherry tree sculpture of bronze and glass by Savoy Studios—before settling into a seductive and enchanting double-story space cast in tinted mirrors and floral patterns.

Luxe accommodations span 15 categories and include the 4,443-square-foot Regent Suite as well as the 464-square-foot Concierge and Superior suites. In all cases, expect exercises in ocean elegance, as exemplified by the texture, dimensions, and flow of soft goods and super spacious balconies that bring

Clockwise from left: There’s no shortage of space or style in the Regent Suite; a waterfall sculpture marks the entrance to signature restaurant Compass Rose; the grand entrance to the Observation Lounge; caviar abounds—on Versace dinnerware, no less—at Compass Rose.

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the outdoors in. In most suites, a clever layout sees the bed facing the balcony—optimizing sea or port views—and ample space allows for a colossal bathroom inclusive of a separate soaking tub, shower, and double vanity sinks.

Such design brilliance extends to every nook of the 10-deck vessel, which is punctuated by 1,600 pieces of fine art, including multiple Picassos and a specially commissioned Fabergé egg (titled Journey in Jewels) that resides in the ship’s atrium. It’s also matched by gastronomic greatness as evidenced in each of the seven dining outlets, where meals typically range from memorable to epic and rival land’s most lauded mainstays.

At French restaurant Chartreuse, for example, explore a menu inspired by L’Auberge du Vieux Puits, a three-Michelinstarred restaurant in Narbonne, France. At Sette Mari at La Veranda, anticipate dishes rooted in authentic Italian ingredients and recipes from the Regent culinary team’s recent immersion trip to Puglia, Italy. More casual lunches by the pool are underscored by lavish international buffets and a menu that always includes the likes of Prime burgers and hand-cut fries, ahi tuna sandwiches, and the must-try lobster nachos. An all-inclusive policy means there are no restrictions on specialty meals, beverages (including Champagne), or luxury goods—so much so that, for a typical 10-night voyage, the Seven Seas Grandeur will set sail with 1,200 pounds of lobster, 1,000 pounds of filet mignon, 20 pounds of caviar, and 1,500 bottles of Champagne.

As for recreation and other amenities, expect the same trappings as a top tropical resort, from a lounger-fringed swimming pool to a world-class spa and gym to an activities’ roster that skews sophisticated (think: lessons in French food and wine and hands-on cooking classes). Evenings do feature entertainment—a cruise ship staple—but Grandeur’s productions raise the bar, created alongside big names in theater and dance including Broadway director John MacInnis

Clockwise from left: Pan-Asian culinary delights, a bonsai cherry tree sculpture, and seductive interiors await at Pacific Rim restaurant; a stunning entrance and filet mignon at Chartreuse restaurant; a specially commissioned Fabergé egg can be found in the ship’s atrium.

and Dancing with the Stars choreographer and performer Britt Stewart. With 548 crew members and a maximum of 746 guests, the Seven Seas Grandeur provides among the highest staff-to-guest ratios in the industry, ensuring service remains top-notch and stays true to the guest-driven culture of the Regent Seven Seas brand.

For the foreseeable future, Grandeur will spend summers in Europe, falls in New England, and winters in the warmer climes of Miami, the Caribbean, and Central America on itineraries ranging from seven to 16 nights (including full Panama Canal crossings that begin in Miami and end in Los Angeles and vice versa). Following initial regional sailings in early 2024, Miami round trips will return in early November 2024 and call at numerous exciting Caribbean ports such as those in Bonaire, St. Barths, and Grenada. Meanwhile, destination highlights for Summer 2024 include Madeira in Portugal, Cinque Terre in Italy, and Santorini in Greece. But regardless of wherever she docks, the vessel stands as its own oceanfront destination and delivers a multifaceted travel experience sure to exceed the expectations of even the most discerning travelers. (rssc.com) «

Santorini is one of the Seven Seas Grandeur’s main European ports of call during the summer.

BEST-IN-CLASS PHYSICIANS.

BEST IN FLORIDA CARE.

Tampa General Hospital’s Digestive Health Center delivers expert care in a convenient, local setting.

David B. Schwimmer, MD Board-Certified Gastroenterologist, IBD Specialist

Physicians at TGH Digestive Health Center, formerly TGH Gastro Group of the Palm Beaches, deliver Florida’s highest-ranked GI care to patients in Palm Beach County. And now, we’re pleased to announce the addition of Dr. David B. Schwimmer, a board-certified gastroenterologist, to our team. Dr. Schwimmer focuses on general GI and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

For a consultation, please call (561) 739-4TGH (4844). Our goal is to see patients within 72 hours.

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Jeffrey H. Garelick, MD

Glenn H. Englander, MD

Steven Krumholz, MD

Robert S. Raymond, MD

Sonja K. Olsen, MD

Sheldon J. Taub, MD

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ISLAND TIME

1. DAILY ESSENTIALS A golf cart, lots of water, cigars, sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat, longsleeve performance shirts, and comfortable sandals.

2. MOST AUTHENTIC ACCOMMODATIONS The Ocean View Club (ilovetheoceanview.com)

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When Margit Brandt isn’t on Palm Beach working as a senior luxury real estate advisor at Premier Estate Properties, she and her family escape to Harbour Island. Brandt and her husband have flocked to this Bahamian destination since 2015, eager to bask in the “rare balance” Harbour Island strikes as a remote getaway with unparalleled access to luxurious hotels and fine dining. In this “home of the friendly people,” days are best spent strolling along Pink Sand Beach, going for sunset cruises around the harbor, and grabbing dinner and a nightcap at local hot spots. (margitbrandtpalmbeach.com)

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3. TOURIST SPOT THAT LOCALS LOVE Queen Conch restaurant on Bay Street

4. OUTDOOR ADVENTUREs Boating and snorkeling or scuba diving wreck sites.

5. FAVORITE VIEW Rock House

6. BEST SPOT FOR A PHOTO OP The Other Side, which is across the bay in Eleuthera. (ontheos.com)

7. BEST MUSEUM The Haunted House of Harbour Island

8. DAY TRIP The Cove at Eleuthera (thecove eleuthera.com)

9. BEST BREAKFAST/BRUNCH Blue Bar & Kitchen at Pink Sands (pinksandsresort.com)

10. LIKE A LOCAL Grab food at Terrie First & Last Stop Takeaway.

11. DINE ALFRESCO Runaway Hill Inn (runawayhill.com)

12. LIVELIEST BAR SCENE Gusty’s

13. MUST-VISIT MARKET Kay Market or Captain Bob’s Seafood & Meat Market

14. WHEN TO VISIT January through May

15. NIGHTLIFE Vic Hum Club

16. FOR A CHILL NIGHT Valentines Resort & Marina (valentinesresort.com)

17. FIRST-TIME ADVICE Have lots of cash for the flight over. You must take a land taxi to a water taxi, and they charge based on the number of passengers and baggage. And remember to tip well!

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Caribbean CALM

DISCOVER TROPICAL SERENITY WITH SUBSTANCE ON THE HISTORYSTEEPED GROUNDS OF DORADO BEACH, A RITZ-CARLTON RESERVE

BY PAUL RUBIO

A turn-of-the-century pineapple plantation developed by Laurance Rockefeller as a harbinger of eco-chic lodging in 1958, Puerto Rico’s most coveted slice of Atlantic beachfront, Dorado Beach, now stands as a Ritz-Carlton Reserve—and the island’s finest resort.

Opened in 2012 and refreshed in 2018 following Hurricane Maria, the 1,400-acre playground comprises a collection of nine two-story masterpieces reflecting Rockefeller’s original architectural vision. Together, they house 96 accommodations, the majority of which are oceanfront suites that

overlook one of two golden-sand beaches, aptly named East and West. Second-story guest rooms deliver dreamy Caribbean vistas through elegantly appointed balconies, while the ground-level units’ private plunge pools segue between modish, uncluttered interiors and unspoiled natural surrounds. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open completely, allowing the lapping waves and swaying palm trees to become one with the suites. Also on property are several multi-bedroom villas and residences located across a series of newly constructed buildings.

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Waterfront dining and golfing, ocean views, beach-meets-swimming-pool bliss, and en-suite serenity beckon at Puerto Rico’s Dorado Beach.

COURTESY OF DORADO BEACH, A RITZ-CARLTON RESERVE

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Walking trails wind through the sprawling open-air resort, cloaked in towering jungle foliage and abundant gardens (enough to require a maintenance staff of 560). Dividing the property between its east and west wings is a serene, Asian-inspired pavilion fortified by coral-stoned walls and anchored by lily pad–strewn reflecting ponds. From the pavilion, wooden walkways lead to a collective of Dorado Beach’s common spaces, including an oceanfront swimming pool and waterfront restaurants Coa and Posi+Ivo Sand Bar.

At Coa, anticipate a mix of Spanish cuisine, Puerto Rican influences, and steak house–style favorites, resulting in

a menu that includes Caribbean lobster thermidor, Wagyu tenderloin, and red snapper wrapped in plantain leaves with coconut ginger rice. At Posi+Ivo, feast on seafood specialties and panAsian cuisine—including excellent sushi platters—while dipping your toes in the sand. Opened in May 2023, Italiancentric Flor de Sal is the latest addition to the resort’s culinary lineup, featuring savory dishes cooked over flavored salt blocks. At any of these food outlets, consider starting or ending with a neat pour of Ron Del Barrilito Autobiografia, an ultra-premium, 27-year-old rum bottled exclusively for Dorado Beach by Puerto Rico’s most time-honored rum brand.

Dorado Beach’s central tenets of escapism and relaxation are at their most palpable at Spa Botánico, a 5-acre wellness destination built into the remains of the pineapple fields. A colossal, 150-year-old ficus welcomes at Botánico’s dramatic entrance, where aromatic hanging gardens give way to an ornamental pool and then row after row of pineapple crowns. The ruins of the plantation’s sugar mill have been upcycled into a must-see hydrotherapy circuit—rife with hot and cold plunge experiences—and the spa’s treatments are rooted in indigenous knowledge and the use of local botanicals.

In other areas of the property, indulge in the beloved fun-in-the-sun enticements that are all but requisite at elevated Caribbean resorts, as well as more unique eco-minded activities through Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment program. A favorite among families is the Coqui Experience, an interactive night walk where participants learn about Puerto Rico’s famous singing frogs and witness their lullabies. (ritzcarlton.com) «

Clockwise from bottom left: Spa Botánico up close and from above; waterfront dining at Coa and Posi+Ivo.

COURTESY OF DORADO BEACH, A RITZ-CARLTON RESERVE

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FLORIDIANA

BIRD OF PARADISE

FLAMINGO LODGE DELIVERS EVERGLADES WILDLIFE AND CREATURE COMFORTS IN EQUAL MEASURE

BY KRISTEN DESMOND LEFEVRE

Florida is known for its must-visit getaways. Folks from far and wide flock to our state in search of sun, fun, and all the things that make Florida, well, Florida. So, when you learn that The New York Times listed only one Floridian location on its venerable “52 Places to Go in 2024” list, you’re likely inclined to think that the publication’s editors would have selected one of our luxe, pedigreed resort destinations.

Think again. Flamingo, Florida (and its newly reopened Flamingo Lodge), located 40 miles west of the Homestead entrance to Everglades National Park, is the only Sunshine State location named among bucket-listworthy places like Paris, Maui, and Singapore.

Chalk it up to the spot’s unrivaled natural beauty and the unique experiences offered there. Set in the heart of the Everglades at the southernmost tip of the state’s peninsula, Flamingo Lodge is the national park’s only hotel, replacing the 1950s-era lodge that bore the same name and was destroyed by a series of hurricanes in 2005.

Constructed from eco-friendly shipping containers, the lodge boasts 24 rooms elevated on pilings to withstand sea level rise. Its restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and it will even cook up your own fresh catch—grilled, fried, or blackened. There’s also a wine and beer program in partnership with Redlands-area wineries and breweries, resulting in the perfect spot to kick back over views of the Florida Bay with a refreshing tipple after a long day of adventuring.

Whether you’re a birder, a boater, or simply someone looking to get

to know the Glades up close and personal, Flamingo Lodge lets visitors of all stripes connect with the famed River of Grass in comfort. At the Guy Bradley Visitor Center next door, learn about Florida’s natural treasures and sign up for ranger-guided bird walks, mangrove marches, bicycle rentals, kayaking outings, and boat tours of the backcountry and Florida Bay—where you’re guaranteed to spot everything from saltwater crocs and manatees to osprey, anhingas, and more. Don’t miss the center’s nighttime stargazing sessions: Flamingo is the darkest part of South and Central Florida that’s reachable by car, and on a clear night, you can glimpse 1,500 stars or more. Compare that to the 30 or so that are visible on a good night in Miami, and you can see why Flamingo Lodge is the newest bright spot in the constellation of places that should be part of your bucket list. (flamingoeverglades.com/flamingo-lodge) «

Clockwise from above: Flamingo’s skies are some of Florida’s darkest, offering ideal stargazing sessions; the rooms at Flamingo Lodge are perched atop pilings; anhingas dot shoreline trees; Flamingo Lodge’s adjacent restaurant; a mangrove thicket thrives in Florida Bay.

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FLAMINGO EVERGLADES ADVENTURES

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THIGH ROAD

BLUES TRAVELER

EXPRESS YOURSELF IN A NEW ROLLS-ROYCE GHOST PAINTED A HEAD-SPINNING SHADE OF ELECTRIC BLUE

BY HOWARD WALKER

he phrase “When you got it, flaunt it” became popular in the late 1960s thanks to the now long-defunct Braniff Airways. In a series of somewhat quirky ads, Braniff paired famous celebs of the time (like boxer Sonny Liston and artist Andy Warhol) to extol the virtues of flying the airline. The spot with Salvador Dalí and Yankees pitcher Whitey Ford was hilarious.

grabbing coloring, how about a set of retro whitewall tires? When was the last time you saw whitewalls? If my memory serves me right, it was on a ’78 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz.

This colorful concoction is what happens when you purchase a new Ghost then take a trip to Merrie Olde England to visit Rolls’ Bespoke personalization department. Here, a team of creative types will help you build the car of your dreams, with essentially nothing off limits. Pink paint to match your pet poodle? Not a problem. A diamond-encrusted dashboard? Just ask.

Right now, I’m flaunting it behind the wheel of a brand-new RollsRoyce Ghost painted a retina-searing shade called Galileo Blue— which is a $16,350 option on top of the Ghost’s $353,850 base price. If that wasn’t flaunting it enough, the interior is lined in a shade of robin’s-egg blue dubbed Charles Blue, surely selected by King Charles himself. For the final flourish of attention-

As you might expect, driving a Rolls-Royce Ghost this inherently showy is not for anyone seeking anonymity. There’s something about that shimmering Greek temple–like grille, that winged Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament, those rear-hinged coach doors. A Beyoncé sighting at Bergdorf’s wouldn’t attract this much gawking.

But to drive it is to adore it. Here is a car that turns even the shortest commute into an occasion. Just envision yourself perched behind that beautifully crafted wheel, gazing down that mile-long hood (which was painted a contrasting silver in our test car), and looking up to see stars, literally, in the Ghost’s sparkly Starlight headliner.

Maybe it’s the sheer smoothness of the ride from the Ghost’s so-

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called Planar system, featuring the world’s first double-damper suspension. It works on the premise that if the main damper doesn’t totally absorb the bump, there’s a second to sweep it up.

Then there’s the Ghost’s whisper-quiet, turbine-smooth 6.75-liter twin-turbo V12 delivering 563 galloping horses and a mighty 627 lb-ft of torque. It’s enough to thrust this luxury heavyweight from standstill to 60 mph in 4.6 seconds.

Enjoy it while you can because the big 12-cylinder might not be long for this world. Rolls-Royce has already made a pledge to go all-electric by 2030, and the newly launched electric Spectre only highlights how battery power enhances Rolls-Royce smoothness and refinement. After having driven the Spectre coupe, this latest Ghost does make itself heard by comparison, especially under foot-to-floor acceleration. The Ghost is far from vocal—it’s just that the Spectre is ethereally hushed.

Of course, you might want to let your chauffeur do the driving. Good choice, because sitting in the back has to be one of the fi nest ways to travel, second only to a fl agship Rolls-Royce Phantom

or a Gulfstream jet. Let your toes sink into the shearling wool floor mats, crank up the 18-speaker stereo, and break open the Bollinger.

POWER FILE

PRICE: $353,850/$419,750 AS TESTED ENGINE:

6.75-LITER TWIN-TURBO V12

POWER: 563 HP TORQUE:

627 LB-FT TRANSMISSION:

8-SPEED AUTOMATIC 0-60: 4.6 SECONDS TOP SPEED: 155 MPH LENGTH/WIDTH:

218/85 INCHES WEIGHT:

5,628 POUNDS WHY WE LOVE IT: BECAUSE IF YOU WANT TO FLAUNT IT, THIS IS THE CAR TO HAVE. IN GALILEO BLUE, NATURALLY.

No, you won’t find a 31-inch, 8K, drop-down TV screen like the one offered in the back seat of BMW’s latest 7 Series, or reclining rear seats with powered footrests like those that come with a Mercedes-Maybach S 680 or even a Genesis G90. What you will be privy to is perfection, with a level of quality and craftsmanship unparalleled in any other car. And when you have that, you definitely want to flaunt it. «

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BY HOWARD WALKER

The downside of penthouse living is that your penthouse stays put. Want to travel somewhere fun? You’ll have to get on a plane and check into a hotel, leaving your penthouse, well, at home.

How cool would it be to have a five-star penthouse that you can take with you? The possibilities are endless: Florida or the Bahamas in the winter, the Hamptons or Maine in the summer.

That’s the thinking behind British yacht builder Sunseeker’s brand-new, 89-foot Ocean 182 mini-superyacht, which boasts four fabulous staterooms, a huge saloon, an upper sky lounge, and acres of outdoor space for soaking up rays. Of course, that’s the premise with pretty much any modern superyacht. But this sleek, sexy Sunseeker (priced beginning at around $10 million) offers a new level of usable, flexible interior space in a relatively compact, sub-100-foot size.

The design of the Ocean 182 is based on Sunseeker’s successful Ocean 90 open flybridge model that was introduced in 2020. But discussions with current and prospective

owners, particularly here in Florida, revealed a change in how they wanted to use their yacht. While the Ocean 90’s open flybridge is perfect for alfresco entertaining and enjoying the great outdoors, the rising summer heat and humidity resulted in requests for an Ocean 90 with a fully enclosed, air-conditioned flybridge. Presto, the Ocean 182 was born.

It’s not 182 feet bow to stern. That number comes from the yacht’s gross tonnage, or GT, which is the industry yardstick for internal volume. As the Ocean 182 is all about increased interior space, Sunseeker thought it was apt to use the definition. It’s also a way of setting it apart from the Ocean 90.

The key change here is that enclosed sky lounge. Take the gorgeous, spiraling, stainlesssteel staircase from the saloon up to this glass-

filled nest and you’ll find sprawl-out sofas, a big-screen TV, and a small galley. It’s perfect for movie nights in air-conditioned bliss.

Slide open the near-full-width glass doors at the stern to arrive at a private terrace with more sofas or an optional hot tub. Up here in the sky lounge is where the captain steers, in a forward helm station that’s been relocated from the lower saloon. That space below is now reserved for the well-equipped galley and dining area with seating for eight.

What’s so spectacular about this new

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Ocean is that it really does have the look and feel of an ultramodern penthouse. Take the main saloon, with its floor-toceiling windows, freestanding furniture in 50-shades-of-gray fabrics, engineered-wood floors, and smoked-eucalyptus cabinets. Plus, there’s more than 7 feet of headroom throughout.

If you want to relax in the sun, open those sliding glass doors and there’s a huge cockpit deck with steps down to an oversize beach club. The bow has sofas and sun pads galore.

When it comes to sleeping, flexibility is the name of the game. Below decks there are four big cabins, with the headliner being the full-beam owner’s suite amidships. It’s close to one of the two guest cabins, which Sunseeker can easily convert into a workout room, office, or den. For VIP guests, there’s a forward suite (with a dedicated staircase for privacy) that just might be as luxurious and spacious as the primary.

As with the Ocean 90, the 182 is offered with twin MAN V12 diesels, either the 1,650-hp version or more popular 1,900hp model, both coupled to V-drives. With the bigger motors, you’ll see a 27-knot top speed, with near-silent cruising at 20.

There’s no shortage of competition in this 80-to-90-foot superyacht sector. But none has the Sunseeker’s interior volume and use of space. Think of it as a true penthouse for the seas. «

POWER FILE

PRICE: FROM $10 MILLION

LENGTH: 88 FEET, 11 INCHES

BEAM: 23 FEET, 6 INCHES

WEIGHT: 181,440 POUNDS

ENGINES: TWIN MAN 1,650

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STYLE STARS

The Palm Beaches have a style all their own. For multiple generations, well-heeled locals have fine-tuned this fashion thumbprint, one defined by exuberant patterns, tropical hues, and lightweight fabrics. In recent years, a new guard has signaled a sea change in how Palm Beachers dress and express themselves—while still maintaining a reverence for the destination’s resort roots. Together with a panel of expert judges, Palm Beach Illustrated’s editor in chief, Daphne Nikolopoulos, and fashion editor, Katherine Lande, curated a list of 23 Palm Beach County residents who personify what it means to be a style star.

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MEET THE JUDGES

Amy Fine Collins: Since 2003, Amy Fine Collins has been the owner and arbiter of the International Best-Dressed List, for which she’s written a book of the same name. Herself a Best-Dressed hall of famer, Collins is also a longtime special correspondent for Vanity Fair and was a style editor for both House & Garden and Harper’s Bazaar. She is currently the editor-at-large of Air Mail magazine, covering culture, style, books, and more.

Liz Lange: The CEO and creative director of luxury women’s wear brand Figue, Liz Lange is a fashion designer, entrepreneur, author, and podcast host. Lange got her start in fashion in 1997 with the launch of Liz Lange Maternity, a brand that reimagined what women wear while pregnant. Lange has dressed such Alisters as Gwyneth Paltrow, Cindy Crawford, Julia Roberts, and Reese Witherspoon, and has previously been included on Time magazine’s list of the most powerful entrepreneurs.

Cameron Silver: At the intersection of celebrity stylist, fashion influencer, and writer, you’ll find Cameron Silver. He is the founder of Decades, a Los Angeles–based vintage store, and the author of Decades: A Century of Fashion. He has also written for such publications as The New York Times, Harper’s Bazaar, and Departures He was a guest curator for the Historical Society of Palm Beach County’s “Endless Summer: Palm Beach Resort Wear” exhibition. His newest book is titled Caftans: From Classical to Camp

George Hamilton

The legend of George Hamilton reaches back to the days of Old Hollywood and is as timeless as his tanned visage. He first appeared on the silver screen in 1959’s Crime and Punishment U.S.A., and the movie studios’ lessons of mid-twentieth-century glamour rubbed off on the young star. “I like old-fashioned things,” he says. “I have learned that the moment I try to be in style, I am out of style.” For Hamilton, this manifests in a proclivity for classic silhouettes, such as double-breasted blazers with the ubiquitous pochette and suspenders. “There was a time when clothes were bespoke and tailors were all about details and workmanship,” he adds. “I would rather have one beautiful jacket than 10 that are poorly tailored.”

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Photography by Nick Mele Shot on location at The Colony, Palm Beach

Brunello Cucinelli blazer; Isaia collared shirt; Zegna pocket square; Ralph Lauren Purple Label trousers; Hamilton’s own ascot and hat.

Styling: Stephanie Gates

Hair and makeup: Deborah Koepper, Deborah Koepper

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Tommy and Dee Hilfiger

Designing duo Tommy Hilfiger and Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger took Palm Beach by storm when they moved to the island in 2021. Since then, the Hilfigers have bought, renovated, and sold multiple residences. Always attired in complementary outfits, the King of Cool Prep and his wife favor a crisp combination of blue and white—he usually in a sharp blazer and she in Grecian gowns or glittery ensembles. As befits an accessories designer, Dee frequently sports shoes and handbags from her own collection.

Photography by Gabor Jurina

Iris Apfel

Legend. Icon. Both are apt descriptions of Iris Apfel, who, at age 102, continues to defy expectations. Although known to a current generation of fashion obsessives for her owl glasses and stacks of bangles that wink at another icon, Nancy Cunard, Apfel’s image is wholly her own invention. She and her husband launched Old World Weavers in 1950 and ran the luxury textile company until their retirement in 1992. During this time, they traveled the world to source fabrics, all while Apfel honed her signature mix of exotic fabrics, patterns, and jewelry, adhering to a “more is more” mantra. The fashion world took notice in 2005, when The Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute held an exhibition exalting Apfel’s style, with mannequins dressed tip to toe in her ensembles. It began a public chapter for Apfel that has included a documentary by Albert Maysles, a modeling contract at the age of 97, a top-selling book, and even a Barbie doll.

Pauline Pitt

The definition of doyenne, Pauline Pitt warrants a prominent entry in the Social Register. Favoring Valentino and Mish Tworkowski baubles, the soft-spoken Pitt is a successful interior designer and an advocate for animals and architecture. She serves in leadership roles with the Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League and the Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach. Her welcoming smile puts everyone at ease, while her philanthropic ways hint at a time when much more was done quietly, away from the modern glare. Her wardrobe is as colorful as it is classic. Trim sweater sets in a rainbow of pastel hues and floral evening dresses allow her to be readily visible in the old-money Palm Beach crowds that she navigates with aplomb.

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Julia Koch

The widow of industrialist David Koch, Julia Koch keeps a low profile in town. She maintains a sunny, Midwestern style and wears her outfits with a hushed ease that belies her status as the world’s second wealthiest woman. She prefers to wear her hair in beachy waves and often shows off her toned figure in shoulder-baring ensembles.

Amy Phelan

Considered one of the region’s most important contemporary art collectors, Amy Phelan and her husband, John, reside in an appropriately art-filled oceanside estate that features a standalone nightclub. When hosting the amfAR gala, Phelan donned the same Jenny Packham cape gown that Catherine, Princess of Wales, wore to the No Time to Die premiere in 2021. Arguably, Phelan (a former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader) wore the glittery gown to its plunging advantage.

Hilary Geary Ross

Hilary Geary Ross knows a thing or two about Palm Beach style, having penned the book Palm Beach People, featuring photos by Harry Benson. On the charity circuit, Ross (who is married to former U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross) prefers bright, monochromatic outfits accessorized with gumball-size pearls for daytime and a beloved, diamond-encrusted Bulgari Serpenti Viper necklace come evening.

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Audrey Gruss

Following a successful career with Elizabeth Arden, Audrey Gruss set her sights on aiding others with the Hope for Depression Research Foundation (HDRF), a passion project founded in memory of her mother, who struggled with depression. Although a fervent fan of Chanel, Gruss happily slips into Loro Piana or Gucci when it means raising awareness for HDRF. She often steps out in HDRF’s signature yellow—a notoriously difficult to pull off hue that she dons effortlessly. It is evocative of the warmth and candor she brings to the historically taboo topic of depression, a reputation she’s working to dispel as she raises funds to support research into its origins, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

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Veronica Webb

Photography by Nick Mele

Shot on location at The Breakers, Palm Beach

Model, actress, and activist Veronica Webb made a name for herself in the 1990s as a fixture on the runways and in the pages of the world’s top fashion magazines. “Style should tell the story of your life,” Webb says of her personal relationship to fashion. “Jeans and a white shirt are the ultimate icons of American style. I can’t tell you how many different ways I’ve worn this look, and it will keep evolving till the day I have had my final sashay and hang my heels up once and for all.”

Earlier in her career, Webb was a close friend and muse to Tunisian designer Azzedine Alaïa. Today, she’s a stalwart advocate for contemporary talent and counts Sergio Hudson, Brandon Maxwell, Jason Wu, and Sophie Theallet’s Room 502 among her favorites. “Each of these independent designers represents the cleanest, sharpest vision of American fashion,” she says. “[They create] clothes you can wear 24 hours a day. Whether you dress them up or down, the clothes never own you, but rather help you create a style that’s yours and yours alone.”

When asked about the best style advice she’s ever received, Webb quotes Alaïa, who once said to her: “Anyone can become beautiful at any time. It’s usually just a question of finding the right haircut or the right dress.” Webb’s only rule for ensuring it’s the right dress in Palm Beach? “Make it fabulous!”

Zara Edition collared shirt; Moussy Vintage jeans; Alexandre Birman heels; Gucci belt; Bulgari necklace; Tiffany & Co. earrings; Van Cleef & Arpels circa-1970s bracelets and rings.

Scion, swan, socialite, and successful businesswoman in her own right, Aerin Lauder Zinterhofer epitomizes intergenerational Palm Beach. Her eponymous Aerin empire, including a shop on Via Bice in Palm Beach, is stocked with an array of easy, breezy, floral maxi dresses and raffia accessories that have turned many a young woman into Lauder acolytes. She displays the same impeccable style and gracious hospitality by which her famous grandmother, Estée Lauder, made her mark on the island.

Aerin Lauder Zinterhofer Alex Hitz

Chef and author Alex Hitz knows good taste. While Palm Beach is a recent addition to the Atlanta native’s social landscape, he’s chronicled his know-how and stories in books such as Occasions to Celebrate: Cooking and Entertaining with Style and The Art of the Host: Recipes and Rules for Flawless Entertaining. Of his style, Hitz says he’s developed a uniform for every occasion. For more formal situations, he prefers a custom double-breasted blue blazer, an English spread collar shirt, a navy blue tie, and khakis. “I have zillions of everything, and I know the difference,” he says, “but to everyone else, my uniforms look the same.”

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Beth Buccini

As the owner and founder of Kirna Zabête stores, Beth Buccini has the enviable opportunity to reach into her shops’ racks for the latest fashions. And that’s exactly why women flock to her boutique on the island, the fourth in the former fashion magazine editor’s empire. Stepping into Kirna Zabête means entering the most perfectly curated closet of the coolest girlfriend you’ll ever know. Rather than focus on the entirety of a collection, Buccini and her buyers pick only the best of the best. It’s no wonder Buccini is considered one of the island’s more sartorially savvy denizens.

Bettina Anderson

With a lithe and lean figure that makes every look couture, Bettina Anderson takes after her Swedish mother in cheekbones and her father in the long-of-limb department. Anderson has followed in her parents’ footsteps as photographic muse too; both her mother and father were snapped by Slim Aarons, and Nick Mele (a modern-day Aarons) has photographed Anderson in a series of ads and online campaigns for Hamilton Jewelers.

When it comes to fashion, Anderson’s favorite brands and designers include Dolce & Gabbana, Christian Dior, YSL, Ralph Lauren, Brunello Cucinelli, Scanlan Theodore, Max Mara, and Lafayette 148. Her go-to casual uniform consists of jeans, a white T-shirt, and a blazer, or white Nili Lotan wide-leg pants with a button-down shirt and a great belt. “I am very into a quiet luxury aesthetic,” she says. “Classic, structural, sexy, but always elegant.”

Anderson is also dedicated to many local philanthropic causes and is a fixture on the island’s social scene. “Palm Beach is such a special and beautiful place that it encourages people to rise to the occasion by dressing beautifully too,” she adds. “[Palm Beach] has always been fashionable because the most fashionable people were always here.”

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Mish Tworkowski

Jewelry designer Mish Tworkowski has conquered the cool quotient by mixing vibrant high style with tongue-in-cheek whimsy. Not a man to shy away from color, Tworkowski has channeled his lifelong interest in gardens into inspiration for both his coveted designs and his fashion statements. He sees florals as a sartorial necessity, and he often accents his outfits with fresh kicks. The jeweler’s personal style is matched by immense talent and a dedicated following among the island’s in-theknow ladies who lunch.

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Serena Williams

One of the tennis world’s greatest players, Serena Williams ushered in a new standard of style on the court when she donned a black Lycra bodysuit and a Harry Winston tennis bracelet at the 2002 US Open—which she won. Tennis would never be the same as Williams continued to push the boundaries of courtside style (who can forget the tutu she wore at the US Open in 2018?) while embracing a passion and talent for fashion on and off the Har-Tru. In 2023, the Council of Fashion Designers of America named her its Fashion Icon honoree. Previous clothing and accessories ventures, including Signature Statement for HSN and Aneres, as well as her most recent endeavor, the size-inclusive S by Serena collection, bespeak Williams’ authentic talent for fashion and design.

Tom Ford

Palm Beach’s newest and most favored dinner guest, Tom Ford moved to our sunny shores upon the successful sale of his eponymous brand to the Estée Lauder Company, which net him a cool billion dollars. Although he’s yet to adopt the penchant for pastels shared by most men on the island, Ford’s black-and-white uniform of bespoke suits and cuff-linked shirts means he’s immediately recognizable in an onslaught of color.

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Nicola Marcus

The wife of cable pioneer Jeffrey Marcus, Nicola Marcus keeps busy with charitable endeavors that she and her husband support through their namesake foundation, including the Palm Beach Police & Fire Foundation. With a refined personal style that befits her European origins, Marcus and her platinum crop cut a gamine swath through a sea of bouffants.

“I like to have fun when I get dressed,” she says. “My wardrobe expresses that part of my personality. I have a reasonably good sense of what works for me and my body type, and I typically stick with that over the latest and greatest trends.”

That being said, Marcus isn’t afraid to take risks. “This season, one of my favorite looks is a Giambattista Valli metallic tweed jumpsuit,” she adds. “I can dress it down with a leather jacket or dress it up with jewelry and fabulous shoes.”

Marcus enjoys celebrating her femininity and views styling herself as an artistic endeavor and a form of creative expression. She gravitates toward designers who are thoughtful and expressive in their use of color, texture, print, and fit, including Elie Saab, Zuhair Murad, and Giambattista Valli. For daytime, she leans toward the creations of Erdem and Altuzarra, which she describes as effortless and unfussy. She has a soft spot for Paco Rabanne’s fabrics and colors, as well as Malone Souliers footwear and her timeless Pucci pieces.

One woman who always helps Marcus look her best is Betsy Ross of New York City’s Betsy Boutique, which carries curated selects from Ross’ frequent sojourns to shows in Paris and Milan. “Betsy is the secret weapon to me and some of the bestdressed women in New York and Palm Beach,” Marcus adds.

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PALM BEACH IS A PLACE LIKE NO OTHER. ON ONE HAND, IT’S A TROPICAL RESORT, BUT IT’S ALSO VERY SOPHISTICATED AT THE SAME TIME. YOU HAVE TO BE ABLE TO SWITCH FROM ONE TO THE OTHER EFFORTLESSLY.”

Photography by Nathan Coe Shot on location at the Marcus residence, Palm Beach

Paco Rabanne dress; Malone Souliers shoes; Nicholas Varney earrings; David Webb cocktail ring.

Delfina Blaquier and Nacho Figueras

He’s a polo superstar, she’s a photographer who exudes cool-girl Argentine ease. Together, they share four children, a chic equine-centric abode in Wellington, and so much more. Blaquier’s personal aesthetic reflects her lifestyle and Argentine heritage. She traces her own awareness of fashion to her grandmother, and her daily uniform is heavy on pants and accessories by Argentine designers renowned for their deft hand with leather. A familiar face in Ralph Lauren’s modeling stable, Figueras is the living embodiment of polo’s style and bravura as much as he is its tireless advocate. In an array of beautifully tailored suits and blazers from Ralph Lauren, Figueras has easily earned his reputation as the “David Beckham of polo.”

Lisa Perry

Head of an eponymous brand that firmly embraces a certain zeitgeist, Lisa Perry launched her company in 2006 after receiving raves for her personal collection of ’60s and ’70s couture pieces. While her husband’s style steers toward the hedge fund uniform of suede slip-ons and jeans, Perry has never lost her love for Pop with a capital “P”. Case in point? The passionate art collector has introduced fashion collections that incorporate artists Roy Lichtenstein and Andy Warhol. She regularly dons her own designs in an array of screaming pinks and graphic prints. Her latest foray into lifestyle saw her open an outpost of her Onna House—highlighting women artists—at The Royal Poinciana Plaza.

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WHAT IS YOUR PERSONAL STYLE MANTRA?

ADLER: W.W.A.F.T.W.? WHAT WOULD A FRENCH TODDLER WEAR? I ALWAYS TRY TO KEEP IT CHIC, CLASSIQUE, AND GRAPHIQUE.

DOONAN: WHEN IN DOUBT, I ASK MYSELF, “WHAT WOULD BOWIE DO?”

Jonathan Adler and Simon Doonan

Photography by Nathan Coe

Shot on location in Palm Beach

Jonathan Adler is the designer who turned a passion for pottery into a home furnishings and accessories empire, and author and fashion commentator Simon Doonan is the yin to Adler’s yang. Despite their national profile, Adler and Doonan lead a low-key life, often avoiding the black-tie scene in preference to entertaining at their North End home.

When they do venture forth into the fray, Doonan embraces an eccentric personal style and is almost always spotted with his mono-

grammed Goyard messenger bag. Adler opts for preppy with a pop. It’s “Thom Browne and Gucci when I want to feel fancy; Uniqlo, Todd Snyder, and Lacoste for real life,” says Adler. White jeans, however, are one of his constants. “Weddings, brisses, funerals: white jeans.”

For all their sartorial differences, Adler is quick to credit Doonan for keeping him in check. “Any time my shorter half has told me not to wear something, he’s been right,” Adler says. “I hope he’s not reading this because I never ever tell him

he’s right about anything.”

When it comes to his most treasured style advice, Doonan reaches into the mist of gay history: “As Quentin Crisp once said, ‘Don’t bother trying to keep up with the Joneses. Drag them down to your level.’”

And Doonan speaks for himself and Adler when he declares his love for Palm Beach and its style. “Palm Beach has always celebrated flamboyance and fashion exhibitionism. Very moi! Palm Beach equals fashion freedom.” «

On Adler: Gucci sweater; Uniqlo collared shirt; Abercrombie & Fitch white jeans; New Balance sneakers; American Optical sunglasses.

On Doonan: Roark Western print shirt; Uniqlo T-shirt; Dolce & Gabbana Western trousers; Saint Laurent sneakers; YSL sunglasses.

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FROM ITS MODEST ORIGINS OF JUICE-STAINED SHIFT DRESSES, LILLY PULITZER HAS GROWN INTO A GLOBAL SUPER BRAND THAT REPRESENTS THE PALM BEACH LIFESTYLE LIKE NO OTHER. AS ITS DESIGN TEAM P NS FOR ITS SIXTY-FIFTH ANNIVERSARY, THEY OFFER US AN EXCLUSIVE LOOK INSIDE THEIR ATELIER AND A CREATIVE PROCESS STEEPED IN TRADITION AND ARTISANSHIP.

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The magic of Palm Beach is hidden somewhere in the ambling vias that connect secret enclaves along Worth Avenue, where lovers might stop for a kiss and shoppers stroll armin-arm under wooden trellises. It is buried in Pan’s Garden, to be heard only in the gurgle of the fountains. It lives beneath the shade of the Clock Tower, beckoning all to azure waters.

Wherever that magic can be found, so too can the Lilly Pulitzer design team. On routine creative outings, designers for the legendary clothing and lifestyle brand search for hints of beauty that personify Palm Beach—plucking them straight from the town’s enchanting bougainvillea and translating them within their prints.

Sitting on the winding staircase just outside Pizza Al Fresco in Via Mizner (where Pulitzer

had her first store), a designer is engrossed in her sketchbook. Her gaze is focused on the wooden lattice fence, and soon enough, the same geometric shapes and patterns appear on her pages. As she draws, she uses the cool blues, romantic greens, and punchy yellows found in the via’s tilework. When the design team makes their way to the beach, it is the grittiness of the sand, the delicate lines of the seashells, and the pink umbrellas from The Colony that spark inspiration.

Back in the Lilly Pulitzer Palm Beach design studio on Royal Palm Way, the team is on the cusp of finalizing the Spring 2024 collection. The studio’s foyer boasts two rattan lamps—one a giraffe, the other a palm tree with coconut lights—plus a pink velvet sofa with pink toile pillows offset by luscious green wall hangings.

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Mira Fain, Lilly Pulitzer’s creative director and executive vice president of fashion design and development, at the Lilly Pulitzer Palm Beach design studio

The color explosion continues in the print studio, which showcases the upcoming line. A long, white table holds a large bowl of mixed citrus fruits, fresh flowers, design books, and sketch pads. A bright pink palm tree sits next to an easel covered in paintings. The entire space is a pastel Disneyland—the visual equivalent of indulging in a tower of Ladurée macarons. Tacked to the walls are printed pages of the season’s palette, with names like Confetti Pink, Plum Truffle Purple, and Champagne Beige.

“We have a full team of artists who paint all these prints, so we really protect the hand of Lilly,” explains Mira Fain, Lilly Pulitzer’s creative director and executive vice president of fashion design and development. “Everything is hand-drawn and then put into a computer. It’s always a bit off-register and never perfect. It must be a bit haphazard.”

When all is said and done, the design team develops between 200 and 250 prints per season, with about 30 to 45 making the final cut. With four collections a year and an arsenal that spans women’s wear, children’s, swim, cover-ups, Luxletics (including golf and tennis wear), lounge, accessories, footwear, and home and gift, it’s no wonder that Fain’s team alone numbers more than 100 people. It’s a good thing then that her motto is “every idea is a great idea” and that she encourages creativity and innovation above all else.

This year, the stakes are even higher, as 2024 marks the brand’s sixty-fifth anniversary. To celebrate the occasion, Fain has designed a custom ballgown exclusively for Palm

Left and above: Stacey Novelli and Aleah Rosenau sketch prints and designs inspired by the vias of Palm Beach for Lilly Pulitzer’s Spring 2024 sixty-fifth anniversary collection. Opposite page: At the Lilly Pulitzer Palm Beach design studio, Fain (standing) leads a cross-functional team of print, design, and marketing including (from left) Rosenau, Novelli, and Heather Van Der Mije.

Beach Illustrated that will be donated to the Historical Society of Palm Beach County.

“Everything starts here in Palm Beach,” Fain notes. “Lilly started here, with her original shop in Via Mizner, and it’s our paradise. We dream the dream of Palm Beach. The sixty-fifth capsule collection is all inspired by the town’s vias, flowers, and tilework. As a team, we travel a lot. We go to Capri, Paris, the Bahamas—we try to follow in Lilly’s footsteps.”

“In my eyes, Granny was the queen of the jungle, since that’s exactly what her backyard was,” says Palm Beacher Lilly Leas Ferreira, granddaughter of Lilly Pulitzer. “The grandkids would run wild through the overgrown trees and secret paths as she tended to her plants, fed her wild animals, and hosted family and friends in the slat house. My favorite Lilly designs capture that essence of freedom and fun, with hidden animals and pops of color transporting us back to the jungle.”

While the company’s headquarters are in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, Fain encourages her team to come to Palm Beach up to eight times a year to immerse themselves in the culture, climate, and scene. In this way, the designers can get a true sense of the Lilly customer and what will work in her wardrobe and with her lifestyle. Fain has worked at the company for 18 years and lives in Delray Beach (though she keeps a condo in West Palm Beach

where she stays when creative nights in the atelier linger into the early morning hours).

Much like the brand’s iconic namesake herself—who was often seen blazing around Palm Beach in her shift dresses, her daughters dangling from her hem and her pet monkey, Goony, nestled on her shoulder—the Lilly woman is on the go. Lilly Pulitzer is the ultimate marriage of travel and glamour: it’s plane to pool, breakfast to dinner, and every activity in between.

“Granny loved seeing people in her clothes,” Ferreira continues. “The fact that 65 years later my daughters are heading off to school in the latest Lillys brings me so much joy.”

“Lilly’s Palm Beach was one where you could be barefoot and boho and effortless,” Fain says. “It’s 65 years later, and we still have that.”

If Lilly Pulitzer’s home address is one of Palm Beach’s best-kept secrets (she was, after all, notorious for her open-door policy and famously greeted guests barefoot and with a glass of Clamato juice or spiked punch in hand), Fain’s global perspective may be the whispered je ne sais quoi that has kept the brand a staple among the well-heeled crowd.

Fain was raised in Kokkola, Finland, where her parents were in the textile business. For Fain’s twelfth birthday, they gifted her a sewing machine. She made a pair of pants and was immediately hooked.

“I literally grew up on the floors of the fabric stores we had,” she says. “I was always surrounded by fabrics and prints, and I just loved the creative process.”

After spending a year as an exchange student in Tallula, Illinois (which had a population of 750 at the time), Fain returned to Finland to obtain a business degree and later moved to Zurich, Switzerland, to study German and then to the Greek island of Rhodes. She eventually attended the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York and graduated with a degree in fashion design. She relocated to Los An-

geles, where she lived in an apartment overlooking the Hollywood sign and in Manhattan Beach, and worked for Guess, ABS, and Laundry by Shelli Segal.

Fast-forward to 2005, and Fain had grown tired of the L.A. traffic. She googled “happy dresses,” and Lilly Pulitzer popped up on her screen.

“I sent in my résumé, moved to Pennsylvania, and that was it,” she says. “I was brought in to establish the dress business. We had some shifts, but that was it. Today, it’s the biggest division in the company,” with dresses including those for children and the Luxletic category amounting to up to 50 percent of business.

Fain’s international prowess has helped to solidify the Lilly Pulitzer aesthetic as more than just colorful prints; her Scandinavian sensibilities have influenced the symmetrical and organized structure of the garments that make them so universally flattering. While the prints and colors may be bold and vibrant, Fain’s intuition to juxtapose those elements against clean lines has made the label synonymous with class and elegance, wink and whimsy. (Can you spot the “Lilly” in each print? If you’re having trouble, look for the “i”.)

As a brand that has garnered such a loyal and multigenerational following, how does one allow for growth and modernization while staying true to tradition and core values? For Fain, the answer lies in fabric choices. She incorporates denim, recycled materials, performance and stretch fabrics, and preferred fibers into the clothing, while retaining Lilly’s

PALM BEACH ANNIVERSARY TOILE AND ASSORTED CAMPAIGN SHOTS BY ANNA PALMA

Clockwise from far left: an inspiration board for the sixty-fifth anniversary collection; Novelli is seen mixing watercolors to make the perfect shade and painting bougainvillea in Via Mizner; a Lilly Pulitzer designer collects seashells for inspiration while an artist sketches them on the beach.

Fain works on a sixty-fifth anniversary Lilly Pulitzer gown, created exclusively for Palm Beach Illustrated, that will benefit the Historical Society of Palm Beach County.

bright color combinations, clean palettes, and trademark white “halos” along the hems.

“With effortless style and a whip-smart mind, Mira is a force,” says Ferreira. “Our paths crossed a few times in her early years at Lilly Pulitzer, but the first meeting that stands out was a lunch at Field of Greens in Palm Beach. It only took a few bites of my Full of Life salad to become a fan of hers. She is as passionate about fresh, new ideas as she is about celebrating the brand’s heritage. Any chance to work with her is a pleasure.”

In the studio, Fain performs an unintentional yet veritable fashion montage of “Lilly through the ages” as she swaps outfits and poses for photos with the same graceful ease and commanding presence that Claudia Schiffer brought to the brand’s 1995 campaign. Meanwhile, members of the design team waltz in and out of this room and

the next, where racks upon racks of past collections create the most colorful maze imaginable.

“For the most special moments in your life, you remember what you had on, and you associate Lilly with the best times in life,” Fain says. “The Lilly customer is confident, never a wallflower, and she lives this bold and vibrant life.”

The Spring 2024 collection is powerful, happy, and sophisticated— three traits that defined Lilly Pulitzer herself, who passed away in 2013 at the age of 81.

“She always had this twinkle in her eye,” Fain recalls. “She never took anything too seriously but was unbelievably witty. When I got my first interview with the company and I flew out from L.A. to meet her, I was so nervous. I drove across the bridge to her house. She had this beautiful turquoise door, and it flew open. She was barefoot and wearing white linen. She was so warm and lovely that she completely disarmed me. She brought me into the kitchen and made me tea. I assumed it was some fancy tea, but it was just something ordinary from Publix. She just had that way about her—she was the most welcoming person and always had a million cats running around.”

Warm embraces notwithstanding, Pulitzer did have some feedback for Fain’s first collection and told her to “go back to the drawing board.” But those early critiques and Fain’s relationship with Palm Beach’s Princess of Prints set her on a course for success and helped her to reimagine the brand for a new generation.

“Lilly said to me, ‘You have a big position here now,’” says Fain. “‘Don’t look back, look forward. Just look forward.’” «

INSPIRATION BOARD FOR SIXTY-FIFTH ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION; PALM BEACH ANNIVERSARY TOILE AND ASSORTED CAMPAIGN SHOTS BY ANNA PALMA.

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Fain reaches for a print swatch while building a future collection and wearing the custom Lilly’s Jungle patchwork gown.

Opposite page, from left: A selection of Lilly pieces from Fain’s closet hang in the Palm Beach design studio; Fain conceptualizes the custom gown against the backdrop of an original painting by Lilly Pulitzer.

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In its farms in the Philippines, Jewelmer breeds and harvests gold-lipped Pinctada maxima oysters that bestow golden pearls of exceptional quality.

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A RARE TREASURE FROM THE SEA, THE GOLDEN SOUTH SEA PEARL CAPTIVATES ALL WHO BEHOLD IT. BUT WITH MYRIAD CHALLENGES— INCLUDING CLIMATE CHANGE—FACING THE PEARL INDUSTRY, WILL IT BE OUT OF REACH FOR ALL BUT THE MOST FORTUNATE FEW?

BY DAPHNE NIKOLOPOULOS

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ecades ago, the pearl divers of luxury jewelry brand Jewelmer brought up a perfect pearl from the pristine waters of the Palawan archipelago in the Philippines. It was round, lustrous, unblemished, and golden—a tiny orb that seemed to radiate sunlight from within. But what really made it stand out was its size: 18.65 millimeters, a rarity for South Sea pearls that typically measure 10 to 12 mm. It was almost mythical.

Jewelmer’s founders, Jacques Branellec and Manuel Cojuangco, put the pearl aside. Their dream was to make it the centerpiece of a strand of gem-quality pearls measuring 16 to 18 mm—the most flawless strand of golden pearls ever produced. All they had to do was wait for enough perfect pearls to surface from the deep.

Easier said than done. Producing a pearl is an exercise in patience, requiring 377 steps and up to five years from breeding to harvest. What’s more, every one of those steps has to be executed precisely by human hands or the entire process could be botched. Even when they get it exactly right, there’s no guarantee of a pearl, let alone a perfect one.

“It takes so long to grow a single pearl, and then you don’t know what you’re going to get,” says Jacques’ son, Jacques Christophe Branellec, who started in the family business as a diver and is now the company’s CEO. “A perfect pearl could take years or decades to find. It’s a really hard business.”

Even for Jewelmer, whose principals have been cultivating South Sea pearls since 1979 and now have a vertically integrated business from breeding to retail, the challenges are formidable. In order to produce quality pearls, oysters require clear, unpolluted water with good currents, a depth of between 5 and 15 meters, and temperatures between 27 and 31 degrees Celsius (roughly 80 to 88 degrees Fahrenheit). After many years and lots of trial and error, Jacques and Manuel found the ideal environment in the Palawan, a Filipino province just north of Borneo that is known for its mountainous islands, virgin forests, and incredibly diverse marine ecosystem. The company now raises its goldlipped Pinctada maxima oysters, specially bred through decades of research and biotechnology, across 99,000 acres of lagoon in the Palawan, a marine concession that’s roughly seven times the size of Manhattan.

In nature, only about one oyster in 10,000 may produce a pearl. The rare event happens when a hard particle enters the oyster. The oyster coats the foreign body with nacre (the iridescent substance inside the shell, also known as mother-of-pearl) as a defense mechanism; eventually, enough nacre is secreted to form the round, or roundish, gem.

In pearl farms, scientists help things along— but cultivation is nonetheless lengthy and arduous. The first of 377 steps begin in the hatchery, where a team of marine biologists oversees the reproduction process and nourishes the larvae, which will eventually attach to artificial collectors. Larvae are fed a proprietary cultured phytoplankton as they grow into spats (young oysters). Spats are closely watched in a nursery until they’re big enough to be placed in baskets and moved to the lagoon to grow for another two years. During this time, the farm team cares for the oysters, including cleaning their shells of excess parasites such as bryozoa. It’s touching to see the

tenderness with which the workers approach their tasks. Some of the women even sing to the spats to encourage them to grow.

After two years, the oyster can undergo a surgical procedure called grafting, which is something like IVF for bivalves and involves cutting mantle tissue from a donor oyster. The grafter then seeds the oyster with a nucleus— in Jewelmer’s case, a piece of shell from a mussel that lives in the Mississippi River—that is combined with the donated mantle tissue. For a month, the implanted oyster is coddled as though it’s a pregnant woman: it’s carefully monitored and gently turned, then later x-rayed to make sure it’s holding the pearl. Lately, however, that is not a sure bet.

“The retention rate has been dropping in the pearl industry in general,” says Marion Branellec De Guzman, Jacques Christophe’s sister and Jewelmer’s chief marketing officer. “The perfect pearl is increasingly rare. This is why prices for high-quality pearls are increasing.”

percent in some categories, and others even doubled,” explains Jacques Christophe.

“Last year, prices in the industry went up 30

Several factors are to blame for this. First, water levels are rising. At one of Jewelmer’s farms, water markers show several new tidal highs over the years. Because of increased water levels, docks and cement structures have had to be rebuilt. According to Marion, melting ice caps means more freshwater, which leads to decreased salinity, which is not good news for oysters.

A Jewelmer artist places golden South Sea pearls on a model for the Tropics necklace. The final piece, inspired by forms found in nature, will consist of 14 semiround golden South Sea pearls, a keishi button, and 27.44 carats of diamonds, set in 18-karat gold. Exquisite craftsmanship and design are hallmarks of the Jewelmer brand.

“CLIMATE CHANGE KEEPS ME UP AT NIGHT. NO MATTER WHAT WE DO, WE’RE NOT IN CONTROL. I LIKE TO SAY WE’RE IN A JOINT VENTURE WITH NATURE, BUT WE ONLY HAVE 49 PERCENT.”

—JACQUES CHRISTOPHE BRANELLEC

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Infrastructure and water quality are also impacted by natural disasters like typhoons, earthquakes, and tsunamis (the Philippines are in the Pacific Ring of Fire), as well as manmade horrors like plastic pollution and illegal fishing with cyanide and dynamite. To combat the latter, Jewelmer’s founders established the Save Palawan Seas Foundation to educate local communities about alternative livelihoods like organic chicken and vegetable farming, seaweed farming, and sustainable fishing. The foundation also sponsors medical missions and early childhood education, and it provides food and construction assistance every time a calamity strikes.

Sustainability is key to the Jewelmer business model. “Oysters have a net positive impact,” says Marion. “Cultivating oysters increases marine biodensity and biodiversity, and has a ripple effect on the environment. In the process of [cultivating] one gem-quality pearl, 24 million gallons of seawater are filtered by the oystery. That’s equal to 36 Olympic-size pools.”

The philosophy trickles down to every level. When an oyster is no longer able to produce, for example, its scallop-like meat is harvested. The mother-of-pearl is used for everything from furniture to crafts to beauty products. Nothing goes to waste.

Despite all these efforts, a serious threat looms: warming waters. Since 2010, the farm staff have recorded higher water temperatures for sustained periods of time, which can be devastating to an organism whose survival depends on precise water conditions. “We’ve

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seen the real effects of climate change [in the] rising temperature of the seas,” says Jacques Christophe. “Our oysters are comfortable within a very tight temperature band. We’re constantly having to change their depth to compensate. The challenge is the food is closer to the surface; deeper, there is less food and less growth.”

Over the last 15 years, Jewelmer’s South Sea pearl production has dropped by 30 to 40 percent, a rate that’s consistent across the entire pearl industry. “If we needed 100 pairs of 11mm studs, I wouldn’t even be able to fulfill that order in the quality we use,” says Jacques Christophe of Jewelmer’s retail operation, which has boutiques and retail partners across five continents. “We’re limited by what nature

ONLY A GEMQUALITY PEARL CAN BE A JEWELMER PEARL. TO PUT IT INTO PERSPECTIVE, JEWELMER HARVESTS AN AVERAGE OF 10,000 PEARLS FOR A 10- TO 12-MM STRAND COMPRISING 33 PEARLS.

is able to give us.”

The pearl, he says, is a natural indicator of the health of the environment. Fewer pearls means the oysters’ habitat is ailing. “Climate change keeps me up at night,” he adds. “No matter what we do, we’re not in control. I like to say we’re in a joint venture with nature, but we only have 49 percent.”

As if these challenges weren’t enough, Jewelmer is further restricted by its own quality standards. Only a gem-quality pearl can be a Jewelmer pearl, which means only 2 percent of what they harvest ends up in Jewelmer boutiques, including the one on Worth Avenue in Palm Beach, the brand’s only stand-alone brick-and-mortar location in the United States. It’s also one of the boutiques featuring one-

A classic Jewelmer strand is coveted

of-a-kind pieces, which are handcrafted by Jewelmer artisans according to the intricate techniques of Place Vendôme, the French epicenter of high jewelry.

To make the cut for such pieces, a pearl has to have exceptional skin purity and luster. To put it into perspective, Jewelmer harvests an average of 10,000 pearls for a 10- to 12-mm strand comprising 33 pearls.

For an exceptional strand like the one the partners started with a single pearl, hundreds of thousands of pearls crossed the bench be-

Christophe. “We were able to fund a huge water project.”

fore 35 perfect, 16- to 18-mm gems were selected. It took 37 years. When the Palawan Strand was presented to the farm staff, they cried. For some of them, it had taken an entire life’s work to coax those golden miracles from the sea. The strand was eventually sold for an undisclosed sum to a collector who added a donation to bring fresh water to the communities around the farms.

“The collector said the reason they wanted to acquire the strand was to support Jewelmer [and its foundation],” says Jacques

The pearl and the people who produce it are inseparable, he says. The farms employ 1,200 people, all of whom are the breadwinners for their families, sustaining an average of eight people each. More than 60 are secondgeneration workers whose parents worked at the farms to pay for their children’s education. For them, pearl farming is more than a livelihood that has sustained generations. “It’s a kind of physical manifestation of universal energy,” says Jacques Christophe. “The pearl is a gift from nature that provides for these communities and we’re a channel for that. It’s a cycle. That whole story is within each pearl.” «

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF JEWELMER

IN THE AIR

Pastels and power suits are back en vogue thanks to the fortieth anniversary of MIAMI VICE

Photography by RIOCAM

TONIGHT

Left: Victoria Beckham orange suit; Balmain tank. Right: Ralph Lauren pink blazer For buying information, turn to page 238.

Fashion editor: Katherine Lande

Shot by Palm Beach Illustrated on location at We Are Curated, Miami

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It’s just like life. You just gotta keep telling yourself, no matter how hot it gets, sooner or later there’s a cool breeze coming in.”

The Attico suit; Jade Swim swimsuit; Jimmy Choo heels. For buying information, turn to page 238.

Left: Michael Kors Collection turquoise suit; Jimmy Choo heels.

Right: Stella McCartney pink suit; Jimmy Choo heels. Opposite page: The Attico midi dress

For buying information, turn to page 238.

Left and opposite page: Michael Kors Collection beige suit; Fendi heels.

Right: Lafayette 148 white suit; Jade Swim swimsuit.

For buying information, turn to page 238.

Lafayette 148 white suit; Jade Swim swimsuit.

Opposite page: Balmain cardigan, miniskirt

For buying information, turn to page 238.

Models: Ariana Caride; Nicole Whittaker, The Source Models, Miami.

Hair: Eddy de la Rena, Artist Management using Amika Haircare

Makeup: Taryll Atkins, Artist Management using Shiseido

Join us in the luxurious Blue Heron Ballroom on the rooftop at The Ben, Autograph Collection located along the waterfront of Downtown West Palm Beach. Enjoy craft cocktails and light bites followed by stellar stories about theater, books, and music from cultural insiders.

WHERE: The Ben rooftop Blue Heron Ballroom 251 N. Narcissus Ave. West Palm Beach

WHAT: Cocktails, 5 p.m. Program, 5:45 - 7 p.m.

TICKETS: $125-$165* per event

*Indicates VIP preferred seating. Tickets are per person. Seating is limited and speakers are subject to change.

All proceeds support the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County ’s mission to champion, engage and grow the arts in Palm Beach County.

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Celebrating the Jazzy Past and Future of the Sunset Lounge

Alisha R. Winn, Ph.D. (Consider The Culture) will discuss the jazzy past and future of the Sunset Lounge with Barbara Cheives (Converge & Associates Consulting, Inc.)

The event will also feature special performances by renowned musicians Copeland Davis and Avery Sommers.

Culture & Cocktails is generously sponsored by: The Roe Green Foundation, Roe Green, Founder

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Showcasing the best golf and country clubs in Palm Beach County

BALLENISLES COUNTRY CLUB

Recognizing its legendary appeal, BallenIsles tapped the acclaimed Nicklaus Design team to refresh the East course and bring it back to its former glory. With the renovation now complete, all three of the Club’s courses have received state-of-the-art updates by legendary designers—Rees Jones (South) and Kipp Schulties (North)—within the last decade. With the golf courses updated, the next natural step was an extensive outdoor and indoor practice space. The 16.5-acre practice grounds and newly constructed ’71 Golf Learning Center do just that and are the premier destination within BallenIsles for fun, golf instruction and custom fittings.

Renowned for its superb level of service the 115,000-square-foot Grand Clubhouse features multiple dining venues, Golf Shop, new Bocce Center, expansive card rooms, and socializing space all anchored by the outdoor

Grand Terrace overlooking the famed eighteenth hole of the East course. The latest construction is underway on a $19 million renovation and expansion of the 65,000-square-foot Sports Complex. Enhancements include a renovated Aquatics Center with resort-style swimming pool, outdoor Cabana bar, and Member Lounge as well as a new Racquets Shop building and Member Arts Center.

The Club amenities also include a nationally ranked racquets program housing a 21-court tennis and 9-court pickleball center, dining, spa and salon, renovated fitness center, Pilates studio, and two group exercise studios. Whether you are an avid golfer, racquets buff, fitness aficionado or community volunteer, you will find paradise at BallenIsles, which is exactly where you want to be.

THE CLUB AT IBIS

Every day, The Club at Ibis offers championship golf on one of three Nicklaus family-designed courses, plus exceptional racquet sports, aquatics, fitness, and endless opportunities to engage with family and friends. Top-tier golf and tennis programs are headed by world-class instruction from Martin Hall, host of Golf Channel’s popular series, School of Golf, and on the tennis courts, former Davis Cup player and Olympic coach, Jay Berger.

The social scene at Ibis is just as impressive as the sports. Members participate in acting workshops, perform in musicals, take art classes, play cards, showcase their photography, and sharpen their cooking skills. For exercise enthusiasts, the expansive CORE is an unbelievable gathering place for families, consisting of a two-story fitness complex, spa, authentic Italian dining in Amici Ristorante, and a resort-style aquatic center with a lap pool.

The 100,000-square-foot clubhouse hosts unforgettable events and is home to three additional restaurants. Panache offers fine dining with savory a la carte cuisine in an exquisite setting. The casual Pub represents the ultimate sports bar with endless TVs, a full-length bar, and seating available both inside and on the expansive terrace. The Atrium has panoramic golf course views, complete with tasty buffet options for lunch or popular themed dinners.

Ibis has the right real estate options in place to attract a full range of buyers looking for an engaging lifestyle in a secure, friendly community. Beautifully manicured neighborhoods offer everything from golf villas to custom estates, priced from the $300,000s into the millions.

Ibis is a Platinum Club of the world, a Distinguished Club with elite status, and was voted the Best Country Club and Best Golf Course by readers of the Palm Beach Post

FRENCHMAN’S CREEK BEACH & COUNTRY CLUB

Two championship golf courses offer variety and challenge to the 600 families who call Frenchman’s Creek home. Meticulously maintained and each with its own unique style, the courses at Frenchman’s Creek offer unfettered access to play for both competitive and social players.

THE NORTH COURSE—Designed by the renowned Jim Fazio, the 18hole North Course presents a not-your-typical-Florida layout, with pine trees, rolling hills, and emerald green fairways all year long. This par 72 course, which is easily converted to an exciting par 3, flows through native vegetation and creeks, offering a wide variety of competitive yardages for all skill levels.

THE SOUTH COURSE—The South Course, a Robert Cupp showpiece, challenges players with 18 holes of lush, tree-lined terrain and strategic water features. Each hole offers multiple sets of tees, while the native tropical landscape and strategic design make every hole feel like its own secluded corner of paradise.

PRACTICE FACILITIES—Members enjoy a driving range, which can be used from its north and south ends as well as practice and training areas that replicate contours of the two courses. Club-sponsored tournaments and events, like the signature Frenchman’s Cup, are available to members as well as their family and guests. The seasoned PGA professional staff also offers instruction and personalized coaching, and the junior golf program ramps up during peak holiday periods, ensuring the whole family stays golf-ready.

LOOKING AHEAD—In addition to a new clubhouse which will open for the 2025-’26 season, the club recently commissioned Fry/Straka Global Golf Course Design to create a comprehensive master plan to update and enhance each golf course and the practice facilities, ensuring that Frenchman’s Creek will continue to offer a premier golf experience for many years to come.

PGA NATIONAL RESORT

Palm Beach style meets breathtaking golf experiences at the allnew PGA National Resort, renowned worldwide for 99 exhilarating holes across six legendary golf courses designed by Nicklaus, Fazio and Palmer. Now showcasing the stunning results of its recent $100 million transformation, PGA National Resort invites golfers to indulge in pinnacle golf play and stays in 2024 with the Gold Golf Experience.

Tailored with a perfect blend of luxurious leisure and championship golf for the early 2024 season, the Gold Golf Experience offers unmatched sunny Palm Beach play, including a daily round of golf on The Fazio, The Match, The Estate, The Champion (with a surcharge), or The Palmer (with a surcharge) courses. The Gold Golf offer also includes luxuriously stylish accommodations - including newly-redesigned suites and cottages - grab-and-go breakfast, golf bag storage and unlimited range balls.

An exclusive resort destination to savor South Florida’s warm winter

climate, PGA National Resort offers unforgettable memories beyond the links across 800 manicured acres, including the world-class Sports & Racquet Club for pickleball and tennis, celebrated chef culinary experiences at The Butcher’s Club, Honeybelle, Birdies and Sushi by Bou, five sparkling pools, fun family programming, opulently modern wedding and events venues, and The Spa, a 40,000 square foot wellness sanctuary ideal for post-play massage and rejuvenation.

PGA National Resort is also home to an exclusive Members Club, offering several levels of membership to continue an envious golf vacation lifestyle year round. Golf Membership includes access to the resort’s six golf courses, fitness center and Sports & Racquet Club court activities, as well as the resort’s upscale amenities, exclusive programming and rich calendar of social events. For more information regarding the many privileges of Membership, please contact membership@pgaresort.com or call 561-273-2920.

THE POLO CLUB OF BOCA RATON

Experience the luxurious allure of The Polo Club’s impeccably designed fairways and greens that offer an ever-fresh challenge. Featuring two meticulously crafted 18-hole championship courses, including a recently revamped Club Course with a par 3 option, every aspect was expertly overseen by golf course architect Drew Rogers. The renovation was geared toward enhancing player satisfaction, guaranteeing that each hole leaves a memorable and unique impression, all while modernizing the course infrastructure. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a novice, immerse yourself in the renewed splendor of The Polo Club’s golfing experience.

The Polo Club Golf stands out as South Florida’s premier golf destination. Anticipate the arrival of Toptracer, the pinnacle of ball-tracing technology, soon gracing the Club’s driving range. It’s more than just a tool; it offers an unparalleled library of game modes, allowing members to experience famous courses worldwide while providing real-time performance analysis and personalized feedback. With digital screens aiding pros in shot analysis, the Polo Club’s 21 bays cater to beginners

and seasoned players, fostering practice and a fun social atmosphere.

After a fulfilling day on the courses, explore the award-winning Golf Pro Shoppe, where you will find a wide variety of designer brands and everything you need for your next golf game.

As part of its ongoing $65 million renovation, The Polo Club is transforming into the epitome of luxurious living, surpassing all others in beauty and amenities. Beyond golf, the Club offers fine dining, nonstop entertainment, top-tier sports like tennis and pickleball, and a stunning Spa and Fitness Center, ensuring diverse offerings to suit every preference. A member-exclusive country club near Boca Raton, The Polo Club promises an unmatched recreational experience.

Distinguished as a Platinum Club of the World, a Platinum Club of America, and a Distinguished Club, The Polo Club of Boca Raton sets a standard of excellence. Its dedicated team is poised to introduce you to its memberships, amenities, and unique lifestyle. Become a member of the incomparable Polo Club experience—where timeless friendships and extraordinary experiences await.

THE CLUB AT QUAIL RIDGE

Fifty years is an extraordinary achievement for a private golf community, especially in South Florida. The Club at Quail Ridge is celebrating its golden anniversary this year, but the private gated community in the heart of Palm Beach County feels fresh and new.

“What a tremendous year we have planned for our members in 2024 as we celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of Quail Ridge all year long,” says COO Bill Langley. “Following more than $50 million invested in new amenities over the past five years, we have gone through a complete renaissance. Members now enjoy a nearly new club with the complement of a prestigious golfing heritage that few clubs can claim.”

The Club has come a long way since the early 1970s when it was marketed as a major tennis facility with a golf course and equestrian

facilities. By the mid-1970s, the focus of Quail Ridge shifted to become more golf-centric following a lengthy list of golf greats joining the Club. This included the likes of Claude Harmon, winner of the 1948 Masters, joined Quail Ridge in 1976. The legendary Sam Snead soon followed.

“Our members belong to a truly exceptional Club, where the legacy of past and present golfers sets an unparalleled standard in South Florida,” says Director Brian Merbler. “Complementing our golf tradition, we are placing the finishing touches on a beautiful state-of-the-art Racquet Sports Center. This new facility will serve as the vibrant hub for our pickleball and tennis players, providing an extraordinary lifestyle opportunity for all members.”

The Club’s fiftieth anniversary year is the perfect time to explore living here.

SAVOR

BOLD FLAVORS, COOL COCKTAILS, AND LOCAL FAVORITES

HAPPY JUICE

Late last year, the team behind Tropical Smokehouse and Tropical BBQ Market threw their proverbial hats into the drink ring with the opening of Juicy Cocktail Bar in downtown West Palm Beach. The intimate space pays homage to South Florida through a cocktail menu rich with exotic and tropical fruits.

“We want the bar to have a sense of place,” says owner Jason Lakow, who operates all three spots with his business partner, Rick Mace. “I grew up here in South Florida and never realized how much actually grows here. It just so happens that our growing season falls perfectly in line with our busy season. We get strawberries, citrus, and tomatoes throughout winter, [and] tons of exotic fruits that are always fun to play with.”

The Juicy team sources fruit from across the region, including from My Exotic Fruits in Homestead. Lakow also points to Loxahatchee’s Rainy Seasons Nursery and its owner, Ben Feistmann, as a great resource. For example, Rainy Seasons recently provided Lakow with jaboticaba (the edible fruit of the Brazilian grapetree), with which he fermented “Jabo-Wine.”

Perhaps equally important to the Juicy experience is ice. The bar staff utilizes several types, including pebble, cylinder, cubed, crescent, and shaved. “We currently have two shaved ice cocktails [that] are inspired by kakigori, the Japanese technique for shaved ice,” says Lakow. “Shaved ice cocktails are considered transformative, meaning that your first and last sip will not be the same. The goal is to make drinks that improve as you drink them, but they still need the first-sip moment of ‘aha.’” (juicywpb.com) —Mary Murray

ANNA MUCCI

LIBATIONS

Huckleberry Coolada at Juicy Cocktail Bar

EDITORS’ PICKS

NOODLE AROUND

CELEBRATE NATIONAL NOODLE MONTH WITH THESE LOCAL FAVORITES

JUPITER’S FAMOUS INDORONI, LITTLE MOIR’S FOOD SHACK, JUPITER

Little Moir’s turns humble penne pasta into craveworthy comfort food, kicked up with chicken, red onion, fresh and fried garlic, sriracha chili, homemade cheese sauce, and Parmesan. It’s a dish known to cure all ills: local legend has it that restaurateur Mike Moir first made it more than 20 years ago for a hungover customer. It’s been a bestseller ever since. (littlemoirsfoodshack.com) —Kristen Desmond LeFevre, contributing editor

FETTUCINE BOLOGNESE, PESCATORE, WEST PALM BEACH

If you ask what I’m craving for dinner, the answer is almost always “pasta.” If the mood strikes too late to begin the hours-long process of whipping up my own Bolognese, heading to Pescatore—or “to the corner,” as my family says—for their rendition is the next best thing. It doesn’t get more comforting than tender fettuccine, slow-braised ragù, and warm hospitality from owners Cenk and Samiye Sezen. (pescatorewpb.com) —Abigail Duffy, web editor

UDON, JOY NOODLES & ASIAN CUISINE, WEST PALM BEACH

Having traveled fairly widely in Asia, I’m always on the hunt for a noodle bowl that reminds me of the street vendors and floating markets of my favorite Asian cities. Locally, my go-to is Joy Noodles, where I almost always default to the udon noodles in a miso broth. I vary the proteins to keep things lively—shrimp or soft-shell crab on an average day, sea bass or lobster when I’m feeling extra. However you mix it up, it’s comfort in a bowl. (joynoodle.com) —Daphne Nikolopoulos, editor in chief

SHRIMP PAD THAI, ECHO, PALM BEACH

I am a devotee of Echo’s happy hour, when sushi and cocktails are half-price. But if I can convince the group I’m with to stay for a substantial supper, then we’ll inevitably be ordering the shrimp pad Thai. This is one of my standards at many a Thai restaurant, and Echo takes it up a notch with first-rate ingredients. Order another round of Pink Bamboos and call it a night. (thebreakers.com/dining/echo) —Mary Murray, executive editor

XORECCHIETTE CON LE CIME DI RAPA, CAFÉ SAPORI, WEST PALM BEACH

Café Sapori has perfected the premise of “less is more” with this dish, which exemplifies a style of simple yet sophisticated Italian cooking where each ingredient plays a starring role. The standout combination of seashell-shaped orecchiette, broccoli rapini (my preferred preparation of this, anywhere!), golden breadcrumbs, and aged ricotta results in a profusion of expertly balanced flavors and textures as well as repeat orders from my table year after year. (cafesaporicorp.com)

—Allison Wolfe Reckson, managing editor

COURTESY OF THE BREAKERS

COURTESY OF LITTLE MOIR’S FOOD SHACK

OPENINGS

TICKLED PINK

With the recent opening of Julien Gremaud’s Pink Steak, West Palm Beachers have a new place to see and be seen. Adding to a restaurant portfolio that includes Avocado Grill and Avocado Cantina, Gremaud envisioned Pink Steak as a distinctly Floridian steak house, where a Miami vibe complements a Palm Beach space inclusive of a 15-foot-tall flamingo statue and banquettes of pink and green. Gremaud’s menu—overseen by executive chef Aaron Black—marries the trappings of steak house fine dining with the essence of South Florida cuisine. Think: steaks grilled over hickory wood, offered with a signature coffee rub, and/or topped with “surf” add-ons of crab or lobster. Pink Steak also boasts a robust seafood program, characterized by oyster platters, sushi rolls, crudos, towers, and caviar service. The desserts and cocktails befit paradise, too, with options such as brûléed banana tiramisu and the Café Old-Fashioned with Knob Creek Bourbon, espresso syrup, and black walnut bitters. (pinksteak.com) —M.M.

A selective guide to Palm Beach-area restaurants

THE LISTINGS

The Palm Beach County dining scene has something for everyone, from funky burger bars and gastropubs to the glam style of iconic Palm Beach lounges. Here, find a listing of area standouts, organized by cuisine type, with descriptions, contact information, and price details for each. What the icons mean:

$ Most entrees under $25

$$ Most entrees $25-$40

$$$ Most entrees $40 or more

While not all-inclusive due to space limitations, our dining listings may vary every month and are constantly updated to showcase the culinary diversity of the area. Find more information on local dining options on palmbeachillustrated.com.

NOTICE TO RESTAURATEURS: The establishments listed and their descriptions are printed at the discretion of the editors of Palm Beach Illustrated. They are not a form of advertisement, nor do they serve as a restaurant review. For more information, email editorial@palmbeachmedia.com

AMERICAN

AIOLI This family-owned eatery makes everything inhouse, presenting an array of tantalizing daily specials. 7434 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (aioliwpb.com) $

BANTER Located inside the Canopy by Hilton hotel, Banter serves Florida fusion cuisine. 380 Trinity Place, West Palm Beach (banterwpb.com) $$

BAR 25 Pairing elevated gastropub fare with sleek surrounds. 25 S.E. 6th Ave., Delray Beach (bar25.com) $

BELLE & MAXWELL’S This charming eatery serves bistro dishes in a comfortable setting. 3700 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (belleandmaxwells.com) $

BREEZE OCEAN KITCHEN Enjoy craft beer, specialty cocktails, and distinctly Floridian cuisine at this seaside gem at the Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa. 100 S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan (eaupalmbeach.com) $$

BRICK & BARREL Chef David Schroeder’s gastropub favors comfort food and healthy options. 1153 Town Center Drive Suite 101, Jupiter (brickandbarrel.com) $$

BURT AND MAX’S This beloved establishment specializes in made-from-scratch plates. 9089 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (burtandmaxs.com) $$

CAFÉ CHARDONNAY Chef-owner Frank Eucalitto augments his menu with influences from Latin America and Asia. 4533 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (cafechardonnay.com) $$$

DRIFTWOOD This creative eatery specializes in innovative fare with fun cocktails to match. 2005 S. Federal Hwy., Boynton Beach (driftwoodboynton.com) $$

FARMER’S TABLE This farm-to-table establishment is committed to clean eating. 951 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm Beach; 1901 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton (farmerstableboca.com) $$

GALLEY Stop by the Hilton West Palm Beach for grilled delicacies with a coastal flair. 600 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach (galleywestpalmbeach.com) $$

GREASE BURGER BAR The high-end burgers elevate pub cuisine to a divine experience. 213 Clematis St., West Palm Beach (greasewpb.com) $

THE GROVE Northern California’s food and wine culture takes center stage at this upscale eatery. 187 N.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (thegrovedelray.com) $$

THE HAMPTON SOCIAL This brunch-favorite spot captures the essence of the Hamptons. 40 N.E. 7th Ave. Suite 100, Delray Beach (thehamptonsocial.com) $$$

HENRY’S A throwback to a less-complicated era, Henry’s serves American comfort food. 16850 Jog Road, Delray Beach (henrysofbocaraton.com) $$

HONEYBELLE Inside PGA National Resort, chef Lindsay Autry presents a whimsical take on Old Florida cuisine. 400 Avenue of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens (pgaresort.com) $$

THE HOUSE Chef Jason Van Bomel showcases his South Florida roots at this sophisticated yet laidback eatery at The Park golf course. 7301 Georgia Ave., West Palm Beach (thehousewestpalm.com) $$

MAXWELL’S PLUM The circa-1966 restaurant is revived, complete with upscale cuisine and cocktails. 12300 S. Shore Blvd., Wellington (maxwellsplum.com) $$$

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PARK TAVERN Everything from the bread to the condiments is handmade using local ingredients. 32 S.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (parktaverndelray.com) $$

PIG BEACH BBQ New York–based pitmasters bring Americana cuisine to this El Cid hangout. 2400 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (pigbeachnyc.com) $

RESTAURANT AT THE NORTON Art enthusiasts come for the exhibitions, but they stay for the food. 1450 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (norton.org) $$

SASSAFRAS This hot spot puts a decadent twist on Southern food. 105 S. Narcissus Ave. #130, West Palm Beach (sub-culture.org/locations/sassafras/) $$

SEASPRAY INLET GRILL Stop by for ocean views, live entertainment, and a seasonal menu. 999 E. Camino Real, Boca Raton (seasprayboca.com) $$

SWIFTY’S AT THE COLONY Cosmopolitan dining meets island ease. 155 Hammon Ave., Palm Beach (thecolonypalmbeach.com) $$$

VOODOO BAYOU Take your palate on a walk through the French Quarter through the authentic flavors of New Orleans, including fresh beignets and authentic gumbo. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave. Suite 5095, Palm Beach Gardens (voodoobayou.com) $

ASIAN AND INDIAN

ALLEY CAT Chef Eric Baker slings up small Asian bites and an array of specialty sushi rolls. 297 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton (alleycatboca.com) $$

AROMA INDIAN CUISINE Dinner is popular but the real draw is the daily lunch buffet. 731 Village Blvd. #110, West Palm Beach (aromawestpalmbeach.com) $$

BLACKBIRD This modern Asian concept boasts sexy interiors that match its inventive menu. 1511 N. Old Dixie Hwy., Jupiter (blackbirdmodernasian.com) $$

BOKEN Savor omakase-style sushi and more at this new spot inside the Eau Palm Beach. 100 S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan (eaupalmbeach.com) $$$

COCO SUSHI LOUNGE & BAR See and be seen at this sushi spot with great daily happy hour specials. 25 N.E. 2nd Ave. Suite 208, Delray Beach (cocodelray.com) $$

ELA CURRY & COCKTAILS Chef Pushkar Marathe celebrates the flavors of his childhood at this deliciously homey destination. 4650 Donald Ross Road Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens (elacurrykitchen.com) $$

IMOTO Chef Clay Conley presents small Asian bites and a sushi menu that tempts all senses. 350 S. County Road, Palm Beach (imotopalmbeach.com) $$

LE COLONIAL Discover the French-tinged flavors of Vietnam at this chic outpost. 601 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (delraybeach.lecolonial.com) $$$

RED PINE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE The menu at this Chinese resto boasts authentic family-style dishes. 1 Town Center, Boca Raton (redpineboca.com) $$

THE SEA SOUTHEAST ASIAN KITCHEN & SUSHI BAR Stop by for a cool take on Southeast Asian cuisine, including sushi, fried rice, and wok creations. 16950 Jog Road, Delray Beach (theseaasianbistro.com) $$

SUSHI SIMON Fresh fish and a creative flair make this seemingly obscure oasis a must-visit for any sushi lover. 1628 S. Federal Hwy., Boynton Beach (561-731-1819) $$

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For Jonathan Aviv, what started as a hobby snowballed into a profession. A fixture of the West Palm Beach and Palm Beach Gardens green markets, Aviv launched Macaroner in 2019 after roughly two years of trying to perfect the famous sandwich-style cookies.

“I imagined that if I could nail the French macaron, it would be a really great achievement,” he says. “I started to make them at home, and they came out terribly. But I decided to not relent.”

One element that Aviv has become known for is infusing the macaron shells with their own flavor, as opposed to letting the center filling do all the work. By incorporating powdered versions of various fruits, spices, and extracts, Aviv has been able to create a “more complete palate” tasting experience without sacrificing the chemical integrity of the cookie. Now, “the aromatics are almost always on the shell,” he adds.

Aviv’s macarons have earned him attention and accolades. In June 2023, he placed second in the Judges’ Choice category of the West Palm Beach Dessert Wars competition, thereby qualifying him for the national competition this past December, where he placed third. For the latter, he crafted a pentagon-shaped cookie comprising five attached macarons, each with its own flavor inspired by a global location. Paris, for example, was crème brûlée, while Kyoto was lychee and cherry blossom.

Next on the horizon for Aviv is the opening of a Macaroner storefront in Palm Beach Gardens. Here, patrons will be able to peruse his unique flavors—from carrot cake to lemon basil meringue pie—as well as seasonal and vegan varieties. “There’s something magical about seeing a display case full of flavors and picking them out on the spot,” he says. “There’s a sense of spontaneity and whimsy that I love.”

FRENCH AND FRENCH AMERICAN

BRULÉ BISTRO A high-end gastropub with French and American dishes. 200 N.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (brulebistro.com) $$

CAFÉ BOULUD This four-star restaurant boasts the same French flair as its famed Manhattan cousin, with a dash of South Florida flavor. 301 Australian Ave., Palm Beach, in The Brazilian Court (cafeboulud.com) $$$

CAFÉ L’EUROPE With influences from all over Latin America and Europe, Café L’Europe invites guests to enjoy its impressive wine list, exquisite desserts, and warm hospitality. 331 S. County Road, Palm Beach (cafeleurope.com) $$$

LA GOULUE This island newcomer brings the flavors of France to Palm Beach. 288 S. County Road, Palm Beach (lagouluepalmbeach.com) $$$

LA NOUVELLE MAISON Savor light dishes and indulge in hedonistic desserts. 455 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton (lnmbocaraton.com) $$$

THE PARISIAN This charming French brasserie presents culinary staples like coq au vin. 201 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter (theparisianrestaurant.com) $$

PISTACHE FRENCH BISTRO Serving French bistro bites with a Mediterranean twist. 101 N. Clematis St., West Palm Beach (pistachewpb.com) $$

VINCENT’S BISTRO Chef Vincent Durin boasts more than 30 years of experience in French cuisine. 516 Lucerne Ave., Lake Worth Beach (vincentsbistro.com) $$

ITALIAN

ARTURO’S RISTORANTE Arturo’s presents authentic flavors of Italy in every dish and wine glass. 6750 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (arturosrestaurant.com) $$$

BICE Homemade pastas, excellent service, and divine tiramisu will make you feel like Italy isn’t so far away. 313 Worth Ave., Palm Beach (bice-palmbeach.com) $$$

BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE Beautiful dishes are complemented by fine wine and dessert options. 3101 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (brioitalian.com) $$

CAFÉ CENTRO This Northwood Village resto pairs live performances with eclectic Italian fare. 2409 N. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (cafecentrowpb.com) $$

CAFÉ FLORA Presenting Tuscan delicacies in a charming setting. 240 Worth Ave., Palm Beach (cafeflorapalm beach.com) $$$

CAFFE LUNA ROSA Luna Rosa turns out consistent versions of Northern Italian classics. 34 S. Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach (caffelunarosa.com) $$

CUCINA PALM BEACH After indulging in Italian favorites, clear your table for the nightclub. 257 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach (cucinapalmbeach.com) $$

EVO Chef Erik Pettersen is on a mission to re-create the cooking of his Sicilian relatives. 150 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta (evoitalian.com) $$

FELICE Savor a classic Tuscan menu and sustainable wines at this stylish café. 366 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach (felicerestaurants.com) $$

HULLABALOO An Italian gastropub with creative cuisine and an even more unique cocktail menu. 517 Clematis St., West Palm Beach (sub-culture.org/hullabaloo) $$

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WINE DOWN DRINK

BY MICHAEL DRAPKIN

ORANGE WINE: Orange (aka amber or skin-contact) wine is on benchmark wine lists in New York City, London, Tokyo, and Paris. Despite being an ancient winemaking technique (wherein white grapes macerate with the juice, imbuing the wine with an orange hue), it’s back in fashion in part because it provides a novel cornucopia of aromas, flavors, and textures.

TRY: 2018 La Stoppa Ageno, Emilia-Romagna, Italy. This reference point for orange wine—made by an iconic, irreverent winery—is intensely aromatic, textural, and dry. It’s a meditative wine to serve over the course of a meal.

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We are in a golden age of wine, with more grape-growing regions and indigenous grape varieties on the market today than ever before. While the most ubiquitous varieties—Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc—aren’t going anywhere, here are three other colorful options to try now.

LIMONCELLO This trattoria serves up classic dishes in a family-friendly atmosphere. 2000 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens (limoncellopbg.com) $$$

LOUIE BOSSI’S Specializing in sharable Italian favorites, like homemade pasta and divine charcuterie. 100 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton (louiebossi.com) $$

LYNORA’S Lynora’s excels at modernizing classic Italian dishes. 207 Clematis St., West Palm Beach; 1548 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter (lynoras.com) $$

PIZZA AL FRESCO This casual eatery offers some of the best pizza and views on the island. 14 Via Mizner, Palm Beach (pizzaalfresco.com) $$

PREZZO Serving old favorites alongside modern dishes. 4520 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; 5560 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton (eatprezzo.com) $$

RENATO’S Renato’s produces first-rate Italian and continental fare in a European setting. 87 Via Mizner, Palm Beach (renatospalmbeach.com) $$$

TRAMONTI ITALIAN RISTORANTE A taste of New York, Tramonti is the Delray Beach version of An-

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INDIGENOUS GRAPE

VARIETIES: Thirsting for a new experience in your glass? There are thousands of grape varieties available, and many are worth trying for their singularity and competitive price point.

TRY: 2022 Hild Elbling, Mosel, Germany. Elbling is an ancient and once prolific white grape variety, now with only 1,400 acres planted in all of Germany. Given its lively and crisp nature, it makes for an exciting option for Sauvignon Blanc lovers.

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CHILLABLE REDS: This category rose in popularity about a decade ago as an alternative to the big, brooding reds of the 1990s. Chillable reds are often made with lower ABV grape varieties and marked by a delicate fruitiness—a perfect marriage for sultry locales like South Florida.

TRY: 2021 Lomas de Llahuen, Itata, Chile. This peppery red from southern Chile is made with a grape variety called Pais, which is the country’s second most planted red grape. It’s an underdog that deserves notoriety.

gelo’s of Mulberry Street. 119 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (tramontidelray.com) $$

TREVINI RISTORANTE Trevini serves Northern and Southern Italian dishes with refinement. 223 Sunset Ave., Palm Beach (treviniristorante.com) $$$

LATIN AMERICAN AND MEXICAN

AUSTIN REPUBLIC Chef James Strine flexes his TexMex muscle at this neighborhood eatery. 4801 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (theaustinrepublic.com) $

BODEGA TAQUERIA Y TEQUILA This Miami favorite offers a modern spin on Mexican street food. 118 S. Clematis St., West Palm Beach (bodegataqueria.com) $

CABANA EL REY Presenting an array of South American dishes with endless flavor. 105 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (cabanaelrey.com) $$

CALAVERAS CANTINA Savor Mexican staples in festive surrounds. 125 Dockside Circle, Jupiter; 409 Plaza Real, Boca Raton (calaverascantina.com) $$

CASA CAÑA A nostalgic atmosphere and an eclectic Latin menu separate Casa Caña from the pack. 377 Tequesta Drive, Jupiter (casacana.com) $$

DON RAMON Don Ramon is one of the pioneers to introduce Cuban cuisine to the area. 7101 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach (donramonrestaurant.com) $

DR. LIMÓN Chef Carlos Brescia delivers a taste of Latin America in South Florida. 533 Clematis St., West Palm Beach (doctorlimon.com) $

EL CAMINO El Camino serves Mexican soul food, like brisket quesadillas and carne asada tacos. 700 S. Rosemary Ave. Suite #232, West Palm Beach; 15 N.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach; 5377 Town Center Road Unit #100, Boca Raton (elcaminofla.com) $

EL FOGONCITO Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine rooted in family recipes. 711 W. Indiantown Road Suite C4, Jupiter (elfogoncitorestaurant.com) $

KOUSINE A native of Lima, chef Danny Kou crafts exciting modern Peruvian dishes. 1668 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton (kousine.com) $$

ROCCO’S TACOS AND TEQUILA BAR Every day is Cinco de Mayo at Rocco’s. 224 Clematis St., West Palm Beach; 5090 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; 110 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach; 5250 Town Center Circle, Boca Raton (roccostacos.com) $

SEAFOOD

50 OCEAN The second floor of Boston’s on the Beach houses an elegant restaurant. 50 S. Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach (50ocean.com) $$

COBALT Cobalt presents elegant seafood dishes inside the Kimpton Vero Beach Hotel & Spa. 3500 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach (cobaltrestaurant.com) $$$

COD AND CAPERS SEAFOOD MARKET AND CAFÉ Cod and Capers sells fresh fish to bring home or will take care of dinner for you. 1201 U.S. 1, North Palm Beach (codandcapers.com) $$

COPPERFISH KITCHEN Sustainably sourced seafood is the specialty at Copperfish, although carnivores will also find something to love. 5250 Town Center Circle #143, Boca Raton (copperfishkitchen.com) $$$

MUSSEL BEACH This coastal-inspired restaurant offers 12 unique preparations of mussels, served in giant pots ideal for sharing. 501 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (musselbeachdelray.com) $$

OLD KEY LIME HOUSE This charming waterfront restaurant prioritizes fun times and fresh seafood. 300 E. Ocean Ave., Lantana (oldkeylimehouse.com) $$

PB CATCH This contemporary, high-end seafood restaurant is the brainchild of Pistache’s Reid Boren and Thierry Beaud. 251 Sunrise Ave., Palm Beach (pbcatch.com) $$$

SQUARE GROUPER TIKI BAR Tropical drinks, American-style bar bites, and live music are all on tap. 1111 Love St., Jupiter; 1920 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce (squaregrouper.net) $$

THE STATION HOUSE The specialty is perfectly prepared Maine lobster. 233 W. Lantana Road, Lantana (thestationhouse.com) $$

STEAK HOUSE

ABE & LOUIE’S In addition to serving outstanding beef, Abe & Louie’s features classic New England seafood dishes. 2200 W. Glades Road, Boca Raton (abeandlouies.com) $$$

CUT 432 This modern steak house has a hip, highenergy environment. 432 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach (cut432.com) $$$

FLAGLER STEAKHOUSE Operated by The Breakers, this elegant steak house offers hand-selected cuts

of beef in country club environs. 2 S. County Road, Palm Beach (flaglersteakhousepalmbeach.com) $$$

LEWIS STEAKHOUSE The family behind Okeechobee Steakhouse brings their exquisite hospitality to North County. 6390 W. Indiantown Road Suite #59, Jupiter (lewissteakhouse.com) $$$

MEAT MARKET This sultry steak house micro chain offers a dynamic menu and a sexy ambience. 191 Bradley Place, Palm Beach; 2000 N.W. 19th St., Boca Raton (meatmarket.net) $$$

NICHOLSON MUIR DISTINGUISHED MEATS Stop by this local favorite to shop premium beef, or stay for a meal and savor fine steak house fare. 480 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach (nicholsonmuir.com) $$$

PALM BEACH GRILL The Palm Beach outpost of Houston’s offers beloved items we have come to expect: ribs, steaks, and seafood. 340 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach (palmbeachgrill.com) $$$

SALT 7 Steak is the top draw at this late-night favorite, but make sure to savor the truffle mac and cheese, sashimi, sushi rolls, and raw bar bites. 32 S.E. 2nd Ave., Delray Beach (salt7.com) $$$

STONEWOOD GRILL AND TAVERN At once casual and classy, Stonewood presents a savory menu in an intimate setting. 10120 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington (stonewoodgrill.com) $$

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March Renewal

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SPRING INTO A NEW SEASON WITH THIS BRIGHT AND HERBY LIBATION

BY JULES ARON

While March is best known for holidays such as St. Patrick’s Day and International Women’s Day, it is also a month of transitions. With our coldest days behind us, the vernal equinox (March 19) signals the arrival of spring, bringing with it a sense of rejuvenation and encouraging us to embark on new beginnings.

In Chinese medicine, spring is associated with the element of wood and the organ system of the liver. During this time, Ayurvedic principles emphasize earth and water elements and reducing any accumulated toxins from the winter months. Both systems acknowledge the importance of adjusting lifestyle and wellness practices to align with the changing seasons, such as incorporating warming and stimulating herbs into your diet to promote balance and support the body’s natural detoxification processes.

In the spirit of March, this cocktail celebrates springtime with fresh herbs and notes of apple.

Spring Garden Ingredients

2 oz. Irish whiskey

1 oz. fresh apple and cilantro juice (recipe below)

1/2 oz. fresh lemon juice

1/2 oz. honey syrup or simple syrup (made using a 1:1 ratio of water to sweetener)

Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake well. Strain into a chilled glass and enjoy.

Apple and Cilantro Juice Ingredients

1/4 cup cilantro

2 Granny Smith apples, quartered 1-inch knob ginger (optional)

Add all ingredients to a juicer and process.

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BUNGALOW BEAUTY

With the aesthetic intention of evoking the feel of a contemporary bungalow, designer Jorde Carey let nature and the tropical South Florida landscape serve as inspiration for the interiors of her client’s new home. “Our goal for this kitchen was to create understated drama, with the materials emulating everyday elements, such as the brown of a coconut husk, green foliage, and black stones found right outside the front door,” she says. The mid-century-inspired walnut cabinetry pairs with an oversize soapstone island that Carey’s team jokingly referred to as “a continent” due to its magnitude. The white ceramic backsplash offers subtle texture, woven pendants crown the space, and warm white oak floors bring it all together. Boca Raton (jordecareyinc.com) —Liza Grant Smith

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GLAM IT UP

CONSIDER THESE FIVE KEY ELEMENTS WHEN TRANSFORMING A BLAND CLOSET SPACE INTO AN INSPIRED GLAM ROOM

BY LIZA GRANT SMITH

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THE MIRROR

A full-length mirror is critical. Position it where you have space to view the entirety of your look. The area in front of it should be clear so you have room to look from multiple angles and distances, rotate to view from all sides, and even execute a short catwalk to see how everything moves together.

THE STORAGE

In a traditional closet, your clothes and accessories function like an ensemble cast of characters, with few getting stage time unless you opt to wear/carry them. In a glam room, they take on starring roles, with the overall goal being to showcase them in such a way as to evoke the feel of a luxe retail experience. Illuminated, open displays for purses and shoes or shelving with clear fronts allow your designer treasures to serve as visual focal points. Another option is a center island with a display area for jewelry.

THE SEATING

For some, a glam room is where all the prep occurs before a fashionable outing. Others view it as a destination for reflection, relaxation, and perhaps a cocktail or two. How you use the space will dictate what type of seating you employ. An oversize ottoman, for example, makes for a nice aid in getting dressed, but it doesn’t encourage longer term visitation. For that, opt for a chaise lounge. When it comes to design, a more traditional piece with curves will give an air of aristocratic indulgence, while modern, squared edges will feel sleeker and better support a sense of calm. If beauty prep is on the agenda, incorporate a vanity, a comfortable chair, and an illuminated mirror.

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THE LIGHTING

In terms of aesthetics, the simplest way to elevate a closet from a storage space to a livable area is to install a fabulous light fixture. Let the mood and style you wish to establish guide you toward your lighting selection. This can mean anything from a sexy Hollywood Regency–inspired gold fixture to a romantic crystal chandelier. Use lighting to set the tone and then build the rest of the space around it. Don’t forget that most people tend to think that they look better in warm lighting, so be mindful of the bulbs that you choose.

THE FINISHING TOUCHES

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Display and organization logistics are only one part of the room’s overall personality. Look for spots where you can infuse vibrancy in the form of color, pattern, and texture. Go bold with wallpaper or furniture fabrics, and place a rug over hardwood or marble floors to add warmth and depth.

BIG LEAGUE: IF YOU HAVE THE LUXURY OF SPACE, SMALL BEDROOMS AND OFFICES MAKE GREAT GLAM ROOMS AND OFFER MORE POTENTIAL FOR FUN DESIGN ELEMENTS.

by Marvin Ray

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TAKE A BITE OF PANTONE’S 2024 COLOR OF THE YEAR, PEACH FUZZ, WITH DECOR THAT PLAYS OFF THE DELICIOUS HUE

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DARLING BUDS

Modern wall art meets botanical adoration in this Poppy flower sculpture ($989) from Phillips Collection Bungalow Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens (bungalowpalmbeach.com)

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Never underestimate the style impact of texture. This woven pillow ($239 for 22-inch square) from Coastal Home Pillow delivers on its own or as part of an ensemble cast. Excentricities locations (excentricities.com)

SET THE TONE

DREAM IN COLOR

Place settings get a pop with Mode Living’s Maldives napkins ($100 for set of four) that showcase an orange and peach ombre effect. Palm Bungalow, West Palm Beach (palmbungalow.com)

Two tones go a long way in the case of the Anthropologie handcrafted Ramona wine glasses ($72 for set of four). Anthropologie, Palm Beach Gardens (anthropologie.com)

BORDERING ON FABULOUS

With a bold border trimmed in 22-karat gold, Haviland & Parlon’s Lexington dinner plate ($95) is sleekness personified. Mary Mahoney, Palm Beach (marymahoney.com)

SUNNY DAYS

Designer Mitch Brown of David Mitchell Brown went back to his most uplifting memories when designing this section of his Palm Beach home. “The room was always challenged for natural light,” Brown says. “So, I lacquered the center wall in a color that reminded me of my happiest sunny place in the world, Saint-Tropez. These old walls reflect the most beautiful, warm, and blinding hue that always mesmerizes me.” Palm Beach (dmitchbrown.com)

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LOVE STORY

Eugeni Quitllet designed the Vondom Love chair (starting at $205), which is made from 100 percent recycled plastic from the Mediterranean Sea and suitable for indoor or outdoor use. Sklar Furnishings, Boca Raton (sklarfurnishings.com)

Pacific Coast Lighting’s curved ceramic Olivia lamp ($250) can act as a sophisticated bright spot in a space in need of elevation. Capitol Lighting, Palm Beach Gardens, Boca Raton (capitollighting.com)

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Grown Under Glass

THE VERDANT BEAUTY AND ARCHITECTURAL INTEGRITY OF PALM BEACH GREENHOUSES

BY MARIE PENNY

Much of South Florida’s plant life can thrive without the protection of glass enclosures. When they do require cultivation, the structures designed to house them are architectural wonders in their own right. Greenhouses control and capture something wild. Many of the 1900s’ most beautiful examples did not survive the midcentury as their upkeep was too costly. This month, we look at two that, while no longer extant, continue to inspire designers today.

X1. CHARLES S. DAVIS SLAT HOUSE, 1937

Charles Davis was the president and visionary of the Borg-Warner Corporation, which specialized in automotive parts manufacturing. He aspired to complete his own English manor house with the ultimate symbol of prosperity: a greenhouse. John Volk designed a slat house bordered by two greenhouses on the South Lake Trail side of the property. A slat house is typically made of thin strips of wood that act as louvers and minimize sunshine. This was no ordinary slat house; it mirrored the main home and had its own cupola, pediment, and intricate lattice design.

2. BOYNTON LANDSCAPE COMPANY CONSERVATORY, 1941

James D. Sturrock, Palm Beach’s foremost landscape designer, founded the Boynton Landscape Company in 1919. He solidified the company’s presence on the island with a headquarters designed by Wyeth & King. Located on the corner of South County and Peruvian, it featured a conservatory flanked on either side by an office and a flower shop. By definition, a conservatory is a greenhouse that doubles as a living space, but sometimes the words are used interchangeably. (In this case, Wyeth & King labeled the greenhouse as a conservatory on the drawings.) Instead of frosting the glass, Wyeth & King installed roller shades on the top of the conservatory wings to control the impact of the sun.

Marie Penny is the consulting director of archives for the Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach.

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8,589 square feet under air BEDROOMS/BATHS

Five bedrooms, six baths, two half baths

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BALANCE

YOUR BEST SELF: FITNESS, NUTRITION, MINDFULNESS, WELL-BEING

VISION QUEST

Kristen Bomas sees life as a river that flows calmly but is frequented by challenging rapids. As a life guide, she helps clients learn how to navigate through the turbulent times and find the calmer waters that lead to their dream destination. One of the methods she uses is creating vision boards. “I begin with teaching what manifestation is, what inner blocks can occur, and then I lead them through a vision statement,” says Bomas, who is based in Boca Raton. “These bits of info allow individuals to pull pictures that represent the way they feel about each part of their dream. Those pictures, when put on ‘the board,’ allow the individual to capture their belief, intention, thoughts, and emotions about that aspect of their dream. They live the dream through the pictures every time they make the time to look at and absorb the pictures in the collage. This energizes the dream and allows the universe to aid in the physical creation of their vision/dream.” (kristenbomas. com)

—Liza Grant Smith

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COURTESY OF KRISTEN BOMAS #GOALS

SET TO JET

Pilates enthusiasts can confirm: few full-body workouts can match the intensity of a Reformer session. Miami-born JetSet Pilates —which fuses strength training, cardio, conditioning, and Pilates-inspired movements—recently opened its first studio in Palm Beach County at Boca Raton’s Lakeside Centre. The sleek studio boasts custom Reformer machines and a separate room for private sessions, with classes led by trained instructors who utilize motivational music and choreography focused on seamless transitions. Studio owner Zhana Gali notes that what sets JetSet apart from the pack is how it blends the best physical and mental aspects of a workout to target and improve both the body and the mind. (jetsetpilates.com/west-boca)

—Skye Sherman

Smart, Sustainable SWIMWEAR

A childhood spent on Florida beaches, a love for the natural environment and sustainability, and a talent for sewing led Samantha Misener to start Sunnyland Swim in 2020 with co-founder and roommate Gladys Velez. The Florida-based company produces a range of sustainable swimwear made from eco-friendly fabrics or recycled items, such as biodegradable packing materials.

In addition to being good for the environment, the suits help promote health with UPF 50+ fabrics that provide UV protection. While there may be health concerns around having plastic in contact with your skin, Misener explains that their suits use eco-friendly dyes and minimal chemical processing to reduce potential negative effects.

“I’m always tickled when someone [is] excited by the colorful and fun products and doesn’t realize everything is either eco-friendly or recycled until we tell them,” Misener says. “Helping the planet doesn’t need to be all or nothing—a bunch of small changes wherever we are able can have a huge impact.” (sunnylandswim.com) —Erika

Klein

COURTESY OF SUNNYLAND SWIM

Zhana Gali (top left) has opened a JetSet Pilates location at Lakeside Centre in Boca Raton. The studio utilizes custom Reformer machines to provide intense, full-body workouts.

COURTESY OF JETSET PILATES

Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS, IAHRS

Soothing the Soul

After a life-changing accident in 2006 that led to three days in a coma and a year in bed, Dawn Ella, CEO and founder of Florida-based wellness nonprofit Supernal World Creations, came out of the experience with the goal of helping heal people through meditation.

Ella had already focused her career on understanding brain development and influencing the subconscious mind, inspired by the birth of her son several years before. Building on that, she started a business working with people to harmonize their soul and seek self-discovery. Still, she wanted to reach and heal people on a broader scale, which led Ella to create the Soul Link app.

There are many meditation apps available, but Ella says this one is notable because it offers original healing sounds, immersive videos, and specific frequency waves to stimulate the brain. Users can combine each aspect in unique ways to create a personal meditation experience. Rather than a guided audio meditation, which Ella points out can introduce language barriers and may feel limited, you can choose audio and videos to match how you’re feeling, whether you want to relax on the beach or gaze at the snow.

The app, which is accessed through a subscription but includes a free trial period, was released this past November, and Ella hopes it will undergo clinical trials that document health benefits. In the meantime, she recommends using it with consistency for 21 days to start seeing improvements like stress relief and better sleep. She adds that it’s designed for anyone to use and benefit from, even if they have no previous meditation experience.

“Connecting with your inner self is an endless journey,” she says. “If I’m using Soul Link to link you to your soul, then your work with it can be endless, depending on your desires.” (soul-link.org) —E.K.

HEALTH

FULL WELL

Elective, preventive full-body MRI scans have gained public attention in recent years thanks to prominent celebrities such as Maria Menounos, Kim Kardashian, and Kris Jenner sharing their experiences. One company leading the charge is Prenuvo , which Menounos, Kardashian, and Jenner all used. Founding radiologist Dr. Raj Attariwala was inspired to start Prenuvo after a childhood friend of his was diagnosed with Stage 4 metastatic colon cancer at age 36 and passed away a year later. He believed that her outcome could

have been different if she’d had access to the information sooner. In one roughly 60-minute, headto-toe scan, Prenuvo searches for 500 common and rare conditions, providing participants with information that could shape their health care decisions moving forward. Prenuvo scans are available at locations across the country, including locally in Boca Raton. (prenuvo.com) —L.G.S.

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COURTESY OF PRENUVO

Dr. Raj Attariwala (right) with Prenuvo cofounder/CEO Andrew Lacy

Acne Treatment TRANSFORMED

What if acne was no longer a source of embarrassment?

That’s the idea behind the colorful hydrocolloidal stickers from Plumpie , a Florida-based skin care company.

Friends Ren DelaPaz and Juliet Carroll founded Plumpie in 2021. Their stickers, which can be purchased on their website, are intended to absorb fluid and help acne heal. They’re offered in bright designs that can be worn at home or out.

It’s “more of a body-positive, acne-positive [approach],” explains DelaPaz. “If you have acne, you might want to cover it up, but you don’t have to be embarrassed by it. It’s something that you can embrace about yourself.”

While the stickers were originally meant for teenagers, DelaPaz says they have been popular with women in their late 20s and 30s. “People still struggle with acne even when they get older, and it’s kind of a cute, fun accessory,” she notes.

DelaPaz, who uses the stickers herself, says they’re effective and make you feel good about yourself. “It helps me keep my skin healthier, and just in general, it makes you smile.” (plumpieskin.com) —E.K

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TRENDING

CLEAN BILL OF HEALTH

ENHANCE YOUR WELLNESS OFFENSIVE WITH THESE FOUR IMMUNITY-BOOSTING HACKS

BY LIZA GRANT SMITH

POMEGRANATE JUICE

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Forget the age-old recommendation to drink orange juice to fight off a cold. As it turns out, pomegranate juice has a higher antioxidant content. In fact, the antioxidant activity of pomegranate juice can be as much as three times higher than that of green tea and red wine, according to a 2018 study published in the Journal of Food Science and Technology. Since its nutrients are more readily absorbed on an empty stomach, try drinking a serving of pomegranate juice first thing in the morning.

IMMUNITY CUBES

MUSHROOM BATHING

The premise behind immunity cubes (a TikTok fave) is simple: blend immune-supporting ingredients like turmeric, ginger, lemon, honey, and black pepper into a concentrated liquid that you can freeze in an ice cube tray. Then, when you feel worn down or a cold coming on, pour hot water over a few of the cubes or defrost one thoroughly and drink it as a shot. The result?

Instant preventive measures available in your freezer.

No, we aren’t suggesting you load your tub with portabellas and shiitakes. Mushroom bathing refers to the practice of letting mushrooms sunbathe before you eat them. A 2018 study published in the journal Nutrients found that exposing commonly consumed mushrooms to a source of UV radiation, such as sunlight, can generate “nutritionally relevant amounts of vitamin D,” which helps the immune system fight off bacteria and viruses, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. To take advantage of this solar power, clean and slice your mushrooms, spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet, and place them in the sun for at least 15 minutes, ideally at a time of day when the sun’s rays are at their strongest.

ELDERBERRIES

Rich in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants such as anthocyanins, elderberries are a heavy-hitting option for both before and during a cold or flu. From a preventive perspective, elderberries boast antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, and have long been touted as a natural immune booster.

Several studies have also found a correlation between consuming elderberries while sick and decreased duration and severity of cold and flu symptoms. Based in Royal Palm Beach, Brandy de Freitas offers elderberry tinctures and syrups through her company, Mama Lee’s Elderberries. (mamaleeselderberry.com)

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BALANCE

GOOD NATURE

ON THE SCENT

ESSENTIAL OILS CAN BETTER THE MIND, BODY, AND SOUL

BY TAMMY FENDER

While research has shown that essential oils can affect the body’s physiological systems in powerful ways—to include supporting deeper sleep, lowering blood pressure, and reducing inflammation— I’ve also witnessed their capacity to soothe our most complex emotions and instill a sense of well-being.

Inhaling the aroma of a beautiful essential oil, such as sweet orange or sandalwood, has subtle but significant effects, as they interact with the brain’s limbic system, an area that influences our emotions. Our sense of smell bypasses the thinking mind, which is why I like to start every morning by choosing one or more essential oils to wear for the day. I never really ponder the question of which to choose, but rather

allow my intuition to guide me toward a scent that is just right for where I am in that moment.

In the same way, I use essential oils as a diagnostic tool in my therapeutic work. Before any treatment, clients are presented with a series of 13 essences; they smell each unlabeled vial and then select which they like best. The process reveals what is needed to bring their body, mind, and spirit into harmony. A person choosing lemongrass, for example, might benefit from its uplifting profile. Someone drawn to eucalyptus might crave its clarity, intuitively recognizing its ability to dissolve confusion and sluggishness.

To experience this incredible world of scent and transformation, consider putting together a small essential oil kit of your own. Lavender makes a great travel companion as it can ease you into sleep. Frankincense supports connectedness in meditation. Sweet orange is everyone’s favorite mood booster. And vetiver helps you get grounded when life gets wild.

To work with your essences, quiet your other senses and turn your attention to smell. Inhale deeply or dilute your oils and try them transdermally, absorbing a single drop or two through the bottom of your foot or the pulse points on your wrist. Before a

shower, consider sprinkling rosemary at the base, allowing the steam to rise and invigorate your senses. I even love applying a single drop of a favorite essential oil to a closed book so that I can experience the aroma when flipping through the pages.

As you incorporate essential oils into your daily routine, I think you’ll also find that each one presents an intimate way to connect to the botanical world and, ultimately, obtain a greater appreciation for our own true nature. «

Lavender essential oil (above) can help to reduce anxiety, support sleep, and promote wound healing, according to a study published in the journal BMC

Dr, Ashok MuthuKrishnan has close to 20 years of academic practice experience as a nuclear medicine physician, teacher, and researcher at the University of Pittsburgh medical center. He has published more than 40 peer-reviewed journal articles and presented several scientific abstracts in national and international scientific conferences.

Having been one of the pioneers in the field of nuclear medicine radioligand cancer therapy and theranostics, his publications have been cited multiple times. He has also co-authored book chapters in important radiology textbooks.

Dr. Krishnan while serving as the chief of the nuclear medicine program in Pittsburgh, has recently established his own independent therapy practice in Jupiter Florida. Ever since he opened his practice in December 2022, he has been providing Lu-177 PSMA (Pluvicto™)

and Radium-223 (Xofigo™) therapies for prostate cancer, as well as Lu-177 DOTATATE (Lutathera™) therapies for neuroendocrine cancer. Being a major provider of such radioligand therapies and an independent provider, he is able to attract patients from multiple oncological referral base spanning the entire state, from Orlando all the way up to Miami .

In his spare time, he likes to play his guitar and enjoy music in his audiophile music setup in his office and home. Recently his cancer therapy center has been acknowledged as a ‘Radiopharmaceutical Therapy center of Excellence’ by the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging, the first and the only one of its kind to carry this prestigious distinction in south Florida.

WEALTH

MORE THAN PROTECTION

WHILE THE AVERAGE AMERICAN CAN’T AFFORD TO USE WHOLE LIFE INSURANCE AS A WEALTH-BUILDING TOOL, AFFLUENT INVESTORS CAN UTILIZE THIS TAX-ADVANTAGED ACCOUNT TO THEIR BENEFIT

BY JOE PYE

In 1953, Disneyland theme park was a novel idea too risky for banks to gamble the amount Walt Disney needed to fund his dream project. The Mickey Mouse creator believed in it so much, he bet his life on it.

Disney put his life insurance policy up as collateral to borrow $50,000 ($593,000 today) from the bank. And he’s not the only self-made success story to use what’s now called the infinite banking concept; Ray Kroc of McDonald’s and James Cash Penney of J.C. Penney also employed this strategy long before economist Nelson Nash coined the term in the 1980s. And there’s a simple reason why: whole life insurance offers unique benefits that most tradition-

al investment vehicles do not.

“A well-structured whole life insurance policy has attributes that cannot be replicated through stocks and bonds,” says Brian Kaplan, a certified financial planner and senior VP of wealth management firm Lenox Advisors. “The growth of the cash value is guaranteed by the life insurance company, and removal of cash value is tax-free through a policy loan.”

Whole life offers a death benefit that pays out to surviving family members like any other life insurance policy. Where it differs is it also has a cash value savings component that grows with a guaranteed rate, typically around 5 to 6 percent, Kaplan notes. That money won’t be taxed while it’s growing, and you can overfund the cash value savings component by paying more than the basic premium cost.

To illustrate its potential advantages, Kaplan shares the example of a client who accrued a cash value of $500,000. This client had worked for his entire career as a hedge fund manager, but he wanted to leave the finance world and launch his own HVAC business. To do so, he needed $400,000 working capital to purchase

a van and equipment.

Like many new business owners, he went to the bank first and asked for a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan. The bank was willing to loan him the money but with a 12 percent interest rate tied to it. Instead, he used Nash’s infinite banking concept.

“From the bank’s perspective, they said, ‘You don’t really have a business yet, so it’s hard for us to lend you money without an asset backing that,’” Kaplan describes. “He had a whole life insurance policy he’d been contributing to for a while. He paused his premiums and took money out of it.”

The client was able to take out a $400,000 loan from his insurance policy with a 6 percent interest rate. This went against his death benefit, meaning that if he died before repayment, his family would collect the death benefit minus the loan. But he was young and healthy enough to take on the risk while accruing wealth in the new HVAC business.

Despite its benefits, whole life insurance

shouldn’t be the primary investment in anyone’s portfolio. Kaplan recommends the product to high-net-worth clients in a high tax bracket looking for tax-advantaged investments outside of the stock market. Kaplan and many other financial professionals typically advise opening a whole life insurance policy with the intent of overfunding it over the course of 10 to 20 years. It should never be a short-term investment strategy.

Life insurance expert Jerry Vanderzanden recommends nurturing that policy diligently before ever borrowing against it. In his 35 years of experience as a chartered life underwriter (CLU), he’s seen a lot of sound financial ideas turn unsound upon execution. While a certified financial planner can sell a policy, Vanderzanden stresses the importance of a CLU, who will have additional specialized knowledge in the matter.

“CLUs use their expertise to help people

learn enough about life insurance to make an educated decision as to what’s in their best interest,” Vanderzanden says. “The expectations have to be realistic. If they are, there’s nothing like whole life insurance. The ability to grow cash value tax deferred [and] to get at it with no income tax is nice to have while you’re still alive. Who doesn’t like the idea of a life insurance policy you don’t have to die to benefit from?” «

GUILD HALL

AN ADVENTURE IN THE ARTS

February 10 through April 28, 2024

The Society of the Four Arts Palm Beach

Guild Hall: An Adventure in the Arts presents selections from the collection of Guild Hall (East Hampton, New York), one of the country’s first centers to combine an art museum, theater, and education program. This traveling exhibition, An Adventure in the Arts, features 72 works by 59 artists, including George Bellows, Chuck Close, Jane Freilicher, Jasper Johns, Thomas Moran, Jackson Pollock, and Robert Rauschenberg. Many of these artists lived and worked in the East End, highlighting the tradition of artists in residence since the 1870s.

Tickets: $10.

Available in advance or at the door.

Walk-ins encouraged. Visit fourarts.org to reserve tickets.

Exhibition hours: 10-5 Monday

10-5 Wednesday-Saturday 1-5 Sunday

Closed to the public Tuesday

Guild Hall: An Adventure in the Arts is organized by Guild Hall Museum, East Hampton, NY in association with Landau Traveling Exhibitions, Los Angeles, CA.

FOUR ARTS FOR EVERYONE

Thomas Moran (1837-1926), A Midsummer Day, East Hampton, Long Island, 1903, oil on canvas board, 13.25 x 19.5”.

Childe Hassam (1859-1935), Little Old Cottage, Egypt Lane, East Hampton, 1917, oil on canvas, 32 3/4 x 45 ½”.

CULTURE

YOUR GUIDE TO THE HOTTEST HAPPENINGS THIS MONTH

TOP BILLING

SHE CREATES

As spring awakens, art begins anew at the Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach. The museum will celebrate the season of new beginnings with the opening of two exhibitions lauding the talents of prolifi c women artists. The month kicks off with the debut of “Ellen Graham: Unscripted,” on view March 2 to June 16. The exhibit chronicles Graham’s more than 60-year career photographing the world’s most famous faces in intimate, honest, and “unscripted” ways. Familiar folks from the Ellen Graham Archive include Carrie Fisher, Sharon Tate, David Bowie, and Joey Heatherton. Then, on March 23, the Norton will unveil “Rose B. Simpson: Journeys of Clay.” On display through September 1, this survey covers a decade of works by Rose B. Simpson, who hails from a 70-generation matrilineal line of ceramicists and potters. To emphasize this, Simpson’s creations will be accompanied by those of her mother, grandmother, and greatgrandmother. (norton.org) —Abigail Duffy

© ELLEN GRAHAM / COURTESY OF ELLEN GRAHAM

© ELLEN GRAHAM / GIFT OF ELLEN GRAHAM

© ROSE B. SIMPSON / COURTESY OF THE ARTIST, JESSICA SILVERMAN, SAN FRANCISCO, AND JACK SHAINMAN GALLERY, NEW YORK / PHOTO BY ADDISON DOTY

The Norton Museum of Art will host works by prolific women artists, including Joey Heatherton, Nantucket, MA, and Andy Warhol with Stuffed Dog, The Factory, New York, NY (top center and right) by photographer Ellen Graham, as well as Genesis and Two Selves (above and far left) by mixed-media artist Rose B. Simpson.

© ROSE B. SIMPSON / COURTESY OF THE ARTIST AND CHIAROSCURO CONTEMPORARY ART GALLERY, SANTA FE / PHOTO BY ADDISON DOTY

CULTURE

MARCH 2024

ARTS & EVENTS

GOINGS ON

1 Artist Talk: Leonardo Drew and Nari Ward, Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach, $5-$18. (norton.org)

Daddy Daughter STEM Night, Cox Science Center and Aquarium, West Palm Beach, $20. (coxsciencecenter.org)

The Donald M. Ephraim Sun and Stars International Film Festival presented by MorseLife, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, and Paragon Theaters at Delray Marketplace, Delray Beach, to March 11, contact for ticket prices. (sasiff.org)

Hike 2O, Loggerhead Marinelife Center, Juno Beach, to March 3, contact for ticket prices. (marinelife.org)

In Conversation with Dee Ocleppo, Mark Badgley, James Mischka, and Sarah Wetenhall, Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum, West Palm Beach, $75-$125. (pbchistory.org)

2 amfAR Palm Beach Gala 2024, private residence, Palm Beach, tickets start at $5,000. (amfAR.org)

Boating and Beach Bash for People with Disabilities, Spanish River Park, Boca Raton, free. (boatingbeachbash.com)

A Conversation with Women on Art with Jessica Ransom, Sarah Huang, and Lisa MacNamara, The Square, West Palm Beach, free. (thesquarewestpalm.com)

Clockwise from above: Rosenbaum Contemporary will unveil works by Robin Austin, including The Way You Look Tonight (Frank Sinatra), March 7; view Chile of the J’Ouvert by Sonya Sanchez-Arias at the Cultural Council through March 9; catch National Geographic Live: Life on Thin Ice with Kiliii Yüyan at the Kravis Center March 27; the Lighthouse ArtCenter’s Plein Air Festival kicks off March 3.

COURTESY OF THE LIGHTHOUSE ARTCENTER

Palm Beach Gala: Just Cure It, benefiting JDRF, Four Seasons, Palm Beach, tickets start at $500. (jdrfpbgala.com)

3 Family Fun: Hinamatsuri Dolls, Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach, free with paid museum admission. (morikami.org)

Plein Air Festival, Lighthouse ArtCenter and various locations in Palm Beach County, to March 9, contact for ticket prices. (lighthousearts.org)

“Titans of Industry and Commerce: John Wanamaker” lecture with Nicole C. Kirk, Flagler Museum, Palm Beach, $20. (flaglermuseum.us)

4 “Hail to the Chief” lecture with Austin Wright, Dixon Education Building, The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, $20. (fourarts.org)

3 TO SEE AT ARTS GARAGE

Wander over to Arts Garage in Delray Beach almost any night of the week and you’re sure to find a packed house of folks delighting in sounds both new and familiar.

Highlights from this month’s lineup include a blues-meetsfunk performance by The Boneshakers March 3, a soulful “Divas of Soul” serenade by CeCe Teneal March 15-16, and the big band sounds of samba by Gafieira Rio Miami March 29. (artsgarage.org) —A.D.

From top: Arts Garage will present The Boneshakers March 3, CeCe Teneal March 15-16, and Gafieira Rio Miami March 29.

PICKS

THE MIND, MUSIC, AND MOVEMENT FOUNDATION FOR NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS AND THE KRAVIS CENTER WILL HOST RHYTHMS FOR THE BRAIN: A NEUROARTS SYMPOSIUM MARCH 23. DURING THE EVENT, LEADERS IN THE FIELD OF NEUROSCIENCE WILL DISCUSS THE MYRIAD WAYS THE ARTS POSITIVELY IMPACT THE BRAIN, THE BODY, AND BEHAVIOR. (KRAVIS.ORG)

SWANK SPECIALTY PRODUCE IN LOXAHATCHEE WILL SET THE SCENE FOR SHE FEASTS, THE ANNUAL SWANK TABLE CELEBRATION OF WOMEN CHEFS, MARCH 24. CULINARY LEADERS INCLUDING SUZANNE PERRETTO, JEN KNOX, ADRIENNE GRENIER, AND PAULA DASILVA WILL LEND THEIR TALENTS TO THE FOODIE FETE, BENEFITING SPRING OF HOPE. (SWANK SPECIALTYPRODUCE. COM) —A.D.

Thirtieth Anniversary Celebration Spring Fundraiser, benefiting the Center for Creative Education, Club Colette, Palm Beach, $1,500. (cceflorida.org)

6 Living Room Series: Q&A with Kilo Content, The Colony Hotel, Palm Beach, free. (thecolonypalmbeach.com)

7 Conservation Conversation with CJ McCartney, Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, West Palm Beach, $12-$30. (ansg.org)

Cultural Council for Palm Beach County presents “An A-Muse-ing Evening: Food is Art,” The Hangar, Riviera Beach, $150. (palmbeachculture.com)

“Gabrielle Chanel: Fashion Manifesto” lecture with Connie Karol Burks, Dixon Education Building, The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, $20. (fourarts.org)

“Greatness to Glory: The Restoration of the Historic 1916 Palm Beach County Courthouse” lecture with Rick Gonzalez, Dale Hedrick, and Harvey E. Oyer, Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum, West Palm Beach, $30-$40. (pbchistory.org)

Women’s History Month with the Junior League of the Palm Beaches, The Square, West Palm Beach, contact for ticket prices. (thesquarewestpalm.com, jlpb.org)

8 Screen on the Green: Ruby Gillman: Teenage Kraken, Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org/events)

9 District Fit, The Square, West Palm Beach, free. (thesquare westpalm.com)

Evenings Sake Tasting Soiree, Mounts Botanical Garden, West Palm Beach, $18-$30. (mounts.org)

Catch “Pissarro: Father of Impressionism” Exhibition on Screen at The Society of the Four Arts March 16.

SAGE ETTERS

© ASHMOLEAN MUSEUM, UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD

CULTURE

BEST OF BOCA

The Festival of the Arts Boca turns 18 this year, and it is celebrating with a not-to-be-missed cultural bash. Returning to Mizner Park Amphitheater in Boca Raton March 1-10, the festival will kick off with the Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra and vocalist Monica Mancini performing the songs and scores of the legendary film composer. The music continues March 2 with a screening of Jaws accompanied by the Festival Orchestra Boca’s performance of John Williams’ iconic score. Later, on March 6, Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, will helm the Authors and Ideas Program with a discussion on technology’s impacts on our lives and how to harness it most effectively.

The next day, former Presidential Inaugural Poet Richard Blanco will share poetry from his 2023 collection, Homeland of My Body. Barcelona Flamenco Ballet will turn up the heat with Luxuria March 8, while fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi will star in his cabaret show, Hello, Isaac, March 9. (festivalboca.org) —A.D.

Jupiter Irish Fest, Downtown Abacoa, Jupiter, also March 10, $5. (jupiteririshfest.com)

Kids Club Bunny Garden Party, The Mall at Wellington Green, Wellington, free. (shopwellington green.com)

10 Swank Table: Street Food, Cultures of Asia, benefiting The Hanley Foundation, Swank Specialty Produce, Loxahatchee, $180. (swankspecialty produce.com)

“Titans of Industry and Commerce: Frank Winfield Woolworth” lecture with George W. Nelson, Flagler Museum, Palm Beach, $20. (flaglermuseum.us)

12 The Boy with the Star Tattoo book discussion with Talia Carner, Levis JCC Sandler Center, Boca Raton, $25. (levisjcc.org)

“Delray Beach’s Desegregation Story” lecture with Evan P. Bennett, Old School Square, Delray Beach, $30-$100. (delrayoldschoolsquare.com)

13 “Art Deco World Congresses: Palm Beach to Paris” lecture with Sharon Koskoff, Armory Art Center, West Palm Beach, free. (armoryart.org)

Living Room Series: Sip with Julia Amory, The Colony Hotel, Palm Beach, free. (thecolonypalm beach.com)

Silver Science Days, Cox Science Center and Aquarium, West Palm Beach, $15. (coxscience center.org)

The Sound of the Sea: Seashells and the Fate of Oceans book discussion and signing with Cynthia Barnett, Old School Square, Delray Beach, $15-$20. (delraybeacholdschoolsquare.com)

14 “The Art, Music, and Poetry of the Holocaust” lecture with Robert Watson, Levis JCC Sandler Center, Boca Raton, $25. (levisjcc.org)

ArtSpeaks: Bob Colacello: My Life in Portraits, Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach, also March 15, $35-$55. (norton.org)

16 “Pissarro: Father of Impressionism” Exhibition on Screen, Gubelmann Auditorium, The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, $15-$30. (fourarts.org)

St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival, Old School Square, Delray Beach, free. (stpatsdelray.com)

18 “The Two Elizabeths: Bookends of the Empire” lecture with Caroline Rayman, Dixon Education Building, The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, $20. (fourarts.org)

20 Evening of Music and Art in the Gardens, Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, West Palm Beach, $500. (ansg.org)

Living Room Series: Q&A with Rick Rose, The Colony Hotel, Palm Beach, free. (thecolonypalm beach.com)

21 Bijoux Contemporary Jewelry Exhibition and Sale, Boca Raton Museum of Art, to March 23, free. (bocamuseum.org)

A Celebration of Cocktail Culture, Flagler Museum, Palm Beach, $50-$80. (flaglermuseum.us)

Palm Beach International Boat Show, Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, to March 24, $17-$390. (pbboatshow.com)

Palm Beach Modern + Contemporary, Palm Beach County Convention Center, West Palm Beach, to March 24, contact for ticket prices. (artpbfair.com)

Science on Tap, Nobo Brewing Company, Boynton Beach, contact for ticket prices. (coxsciencecenter.org)

22 “Rose B. Simpson and Roxanne Swentzell: Family of Clay” lecture, Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach, $5-$18. (norton.org)

23 Holi Hai: The Festival of Colors Celebration, The Square, West Palm Beach, free. (thesquare westpalm.com)

Clockwise from bottom left: Renée Fleming, March 3-4; the Rotary Club Future Stars Competition, March 5; Barcelona Flamenco Ballet, March 8.

ZSOLT MÉSZÁROS

ANDREW ECCLES / DECCA

JORDI

SAVAGE GARDEN | JARDÍN SALVAJE MARCH 20 - JUNE, 2024

SPEAKER SERIES

CULTURE

Palm Beach Pride, Bryant Park, Lake Worth Beach, also March 24, $10-$12. (compassglcc.com)

Rhythms for the Brain: A NeuroArts Symposium, Persson Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $25-$65. (kravis.org, m3f.org)

Wellington Bacon and Bourbon Fest, Villages of Wellington Town Center Promenade, also March 24, free. (baconbourbonfest.com)

24 Swank Table: She Feasts, benefiting Spring of Hope, Swank Specialty Produce, Loxahatchee, $180. (swankspecialtyproduce.com)

25 Boca West Children’s Foundation Golf Challenge, Boca West Country Club, Boca Raton, contact for ticket prices. (bocawestfoundation.org)

“Who Picks the Art? Behind the Scenes at America’s Great Museums” lecture with Frederick Ilchman, Dixon Education Building, The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, $20. (fourarts.org)

27 Living Room Series: Sacred Sharing Session and Guided Meditation with Naturopathica, The Colony Hotel, Palm Beach, free. (thecolony palmbeach.com)

National Geographic Live: Life on Thin Ice with explorer and photographer Kiliii Yüyan, Rinker Playhouse, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $35-$45. (kravis.org)

RESTORATIONAND TRANSFORMATIONOF OUR LANDSCAPESAND PUBLIC AREAS

MARCH 7, 2024 – 6 PM

DISCOVERING CREATIVITYAMERICAN ART MASTERS THROUGH MARCH 17, 2024

D ECEMBER 10, 2024 - 1:00 - 3:00 PM

Women’s History Initiative: A Portrait of Leadership 2024, Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum, West Palm Beach, free. (pbchistory.org)

28 Palm Beach Cocktail Party, benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, The Colony Hotel, Palm Beach, $300. (stjude.org/palmbeach)

30 Easter Egg Hunt, Flagler Museum, Palm Beach, $25-$40. (flagler museum.us)

PERFORMANCES

MARCH 20, 2024

THE DIVINE FEMININE: CONTEMPORARY WOMEN SCULPTORS THROUGH APRIL, 2024

1 Carousel, The Wick Theatre & Costume Museum, Boca Raton, to March 24, $79-$129. (thewick.org)

The Edwards Twins, Delray Beach Playhouse, to March 3, $75. (delraybeach playhouse.com)

Festival of the Arts Boca, Mizner Park Amphitheater, Boca Raton, to March 10, $15-$150. (festivalboca.org)

Mr. Swindle’s Traveling Peculiarium and Drink-Ory Garden, Carlin Park, Jupiter, to March 10, $55-$90. (mrswindles.com)

Night Fever: The Bee Gees Tribute, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, $55-$75. (jupitertheatre.org)

Palm Beach Opera presents The Tales of Hoffman, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, to March 3, $25-$265. (kravis.org)

Tim Meadows, Matt Walsh, and Friends: Chicago Improv, The Studio, Mizner Park, Boca Raton, also March 2, $30-$40. (thestudioatmiznerpark.com)

2 Mike Delguidice, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, $39-$60. (sunrisetheatre.com)

HISTORIC HOME, ARTIST STUDIO, EXHIBITION GALLERIESAND RARE PALMAND CYCAD GARDENSOF ANN WEAVER NORTON

Artist Show - Open To Public - Meet Derric van Rensburg - PBG Gallery - March 8th

Federico Herrero

A Piece of Waterfall in the Sound of Crickets

Huracan, 2023, Oil and acrylic on canvas, 78 3/4 x 63 in., 200 x 160 cm

January 27 – April 26, 2024

An expansive solo exhibition featuring a selection of recent paintings and monotypes by Costa Rican artist Federico Herrero.

The Gallery at Windsor 3125 Windsor Boulevard, Vero Beach, FL 32963 windsorflorida.com/gallery

By appointment | 772 388 4071 gallery@windsorflorida.com

CULTURE

New Country 103.1 presents Rib Round Up, iThink Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, tickets start at $59. (westpalmbeachamphitheatre.com)

Vanessa Collier, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $40. (lyrictheatre.com)

3 The Beach Boys, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, $85-$115. (sunrisetheatre.com)

The Boneshakers featuring Jenny Langer, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $40-$45. (artsgarage.org)

Music in the Museum with Irena Kofman, Melissa Gerdes, Junko Ohtsu, and Aaron Merritt, Boca Raton Museum of Art, $8-$18. (bocamuseum.org)

The Robert Sharon Chorale featuring The Faure Requiem, DeSantis Family Chapel, West Palm Beach, contact for ticket prices. (rschorale.com)

4 Couples Therapy, Delray Beach Playhouse, to March 7, $49. (delraybeach playhouse.com)

Rotterdam Philharmonic, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $40-$130. (kravis.org)

5 Black Oak Ensemble, Flagler Museum, Palm Beach, $75. (flaglermuseum.us)

Mandy Patinkin, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $35-$159. (kravis.org)

6 Palm Beach Symphony presents pianist Emanuel Ax, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $25-$95. (kravis.org)

Rachel Matz Hunter presents Take Two, Levis JCC Sandler Center, Boca Raton, also March 7, $30-$40. (levisjcc.org)

7 Cash Unchained: The Ultimate Johnny Cash Experience, Delray Beach Playhouse, $45. (delraybeachplayhouse.com)

Clematis by Night: Sacred Union, Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org)

The Righteous Brothers, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $29$125. (kravis.org)

Vocal Radiance, Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea, Palm Beach, $75. (cmspb.org)

8 “Sound Explorations” Young Artists, Pan’s Garden, Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach, free. (naturalmovers.org)

Vienna Philharmonic, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, also March 9, $50-$170. (kravis.org)

9 The Holy Rocka Rollaz, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $45-$50. (artsgarage.org)

“Tapestry: The Carole King Songbook,” Delray Beach Playhouse, also March 10, $55. (delraybeachplayhouse.com)

10 Black Angels Over Tuskegee, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $50. (artsgarage.org)

Con Brio String Quartet and Piano, Levis JCC Sandler Center, Boca Raton, $30-$40. (levisjcc.org)

Gyorgy Lakatos presents Gipsy Nation from South of France, Rinker Playhouse, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $50. (kravis.org)

Flagler Museum

CULTURE

Jazz and Gospel in the Gardens: Troy Anderson and The Wonderful World Band, Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, West Palm Beach, $12-$30. (ansg.org)

Jazz at Lincoln Center presents “Sing and Swing: Our American Songbook,” Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $50; also March 11, Duncan Theatre, Lake Worth Beach, $39. (lyrictheatre.com, duncantheatre.org)

Masterworks Chorus of the Palm Beaches presents Felix Mendelssohn’s Elijah, Royal Poinciana Chapel, Palm Beach, $10-$35. (masterworkspb.org)

Programs

Whitehall Lecture Series

Unlikely Titans of Industry & Commerce:

From Modest Beginnings to Phenomenal Success

John Wanamaker, 3:00 pm, Sunday, March 3

Frank Winfield Woolworth, 3:00 pm, Sunday, March 10

Sponsored by:

Flagler Museum Music Series

Black Oak Ensemble, 7:30 pm, Tuesday, March 5

Audience members experience chamber music in a gracious and intimate setting and enjoy a champagne and dessert reception with the musicians following the concert.

Sponsored by:

Roe Green

MBS Family Foundation

Rena & John Blades

Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, March 30

Gates open at 9:00 am, Egg Hunt begins at 10:00 am

Bluegrass in the Pavilion

3:00 pm, Saturday, April 6

Featuring The Kody Norris Show and The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys

Mother’s day tea

Celebrate Mother’s Day Saturday, May 11 & Sunday, May 12

Enjoy a special Mother’s Day tea in the Railcar 91 Tea RoomTM

A National Historic Landmark

One Whitehall Way, Palm Beach, FL 33480

Funded in part by:

(561) 655-2833•www.FlaglerMuseum.us

National Theatre Live presents Othello, Gubelmann Auditorium, The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, $15-$30. (fourarts.org)

Passion of the Christ, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, $18. (sunrisetheatre.com)

Pink Martini featuring China Forbes, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $35-$45. (kravis.org)

The Robert Sharon Chorale featuring Emmet Cahill, DeSantis Family Chapel, West Palm Beach, contact for ticket prices. (rschorale.com)

Sybarite5, Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach, $15-$35. (norton.org)

11 Step Afrika, Persson Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, also March 12, $35-$265. (kravis.org)

12 42nd Street, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, to March 31, $50-$120. (jupitertheatre.org)

Sunset Concerts at the Gallery: Treasure Coast Guitar Society, Court House Cultural Center, Stuart, $5. (martinarts.org)

Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, to March 17, $45-$119. (kravis.org)

13 Grand Kyiv Ballet presents Giselle, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, $79$107. (sunrisetheatre.com)

“A Journey Through the World of Ballroom Dancing” with Fred Astaire Dance Studios, Gubelmann Auditorium, The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, $40. (fourarts.org)

Pianist Evren Ozel, Duncan Theatre, Lake Worth Beach, $39. (duncantheatre.org)

Pianist Michael Stephen Brown, Gubelmann Auditorium, The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, $40. (fourarts.org)

West Boca Theatre Company presents Visiting Mr. Green, Levis JCC Sandler Center, Boca Raton, also March 16-17, $30-$40. (levisjcc.org)

14 Belleville, Stonzek Studio Theatre at Lake Worth Playhouse, to March 24, $25. (lakeworthplayhouse.org)

Clematis by Night: Paul Nelson, Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org)

In the Air Tonight: A Tribute to Phil Collins, The Studio, Mizner Park, Boca Raton, $25-$35. (thestudioatmiznerpark.com)

Phil Hinton Trio, Boca Raton Museum of Art, $20-$30. (bocamuseum.org)

The Three Mrs. Flaglers, Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum, West Palm Beach, $30-$40. (pbchistory.org)

15 CeCe Teneal: Divas of Soul, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, also March 16, $45-$50. (artsgarage.org)

Lady Be Good: Ella and The Great Ladies of Song, Delray Beach Playhouse, $45. (delraybeachplayhouse.com)

Paul Taylor Dance Company, Duncan Theatre, Lake Worth Beach, also March 16, $49. (duncantheatre.org)

Twelfth Night, Marleen Forkas Studio One Theatre, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, to March 24, $18-$25. (fauevents.com)

16 Send in the Queens, Lake Worth Playhouse, $38. (lakeworthplayhouse.org)

Shining Stars: Forty-Second Annual Rudolph von Unruh Scholarship Concert, Eissey Campus Theatre, Palm Beach Gardens; also March 23, Duncan Theatre, Lake Worth Beach, $25. (symphonicband.org)

17 The Allman Revival: A Tribute to the Allman Brothers Band, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $40-$45. (artsgarage.org)

Atlantic Classical Orchestra presents “Chamber Series III: The Flute Summons,” Vero Beach Museum of Art, $35; also March 24, Elliott Museum, Stuart, $40. (atlanticclassicalorchestra.com)

The Symphonia presents “Europe’s Shores,” Roberts Theater, Saint Andrew’s School, Boca Raton, $55-$60. (thesymphonia.org)

18 Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $40-$125. (kravis.org)

19 Harvey Granat presents “Tony Bennett: The Man and His Music,” Delray Beach Playhouse, $49. (delraybeachplayhouse.com)

20 Momix Alice, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $35-$85. (kravis.org)

21 Atlantic Classical Orchestra presents “Masterworks III: Latin Passions,” Community Church of Vero Beach; also March 22, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $30-$65. (atlanticclassicalorchestra.com)

The Fifth Dimension, Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $55. (lyrictheatre.com)

Hamilton Aguiar Brushstrokes of Brilliance MEET THE ARTIST

THURSDAY, MARCH 1st 5 - 8:00 PM

SUNDAY, MARCH 3rd 2 - 5:00 PM

Presenting New Sculptures by THOMASSCOON

Mr. Swindle’s Traveling Peculiarium and Drink-Ory Garden returns to Carlin Park in Jupiter March 1-10.

Lynn Conservatory Faculty Series No. 3, Amarnick-Goldstein Concert Hall, Lynn University, Boca Raton, $20. (lynn.edu/events)

Mike Telesmanick, Vero Beach Museum of Art, $10-$12. (vbmuseum.org)

22 Brandon Goldberg Trio, Rinker Playhouse, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, $40-$50. (kravis.org)

Heart Breaker: A Tribute to Heart, Eissey Campus Theatre, Palm Beach Gardens, $40. (eissey campustheatre.org)

The Jimmy Vivino Band, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $45-$50. (artsgarage.org)

Merrily We Roll Along, Delray Beach Playhouse, to April 7, $42. (delraybeachplayhouse.com)

23 Miami City Ballet presents “Spring Mix,” Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, also March 24, $40-$229. (kravis.org)

Saturday Night Dance Fever, Mizner Park Amphitheater, Boca Raton, $60-$180. (myboca.us)

Six the Musical, Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, to March 31, $55-$119. (kravis.org)

25 Remembering Bobby Vee, Duncan Theatre, Lake Worth Beach, $39. (duncantheatre.org)

28 Clematis by Night: Spred the Dub, Great Lawn, West Palm Beach, free. (wpb.org)

Lovesong: The Cure Tribute, Old School Square, Delray Beach, free. (delrayoldschoolsquare.com)

29 Death of a Salesman, Palm Beach Dramaworks, West Palm Beach, to April 14, $89-$104. (palmbeachdramaworks.org)

Gafieira Rio Miami, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $45-$50. (artsgarage.org)

30 Indigenous, Arts Garage, Delray Beach, $40$45. (artsgarage.org)

Space Oddity: The Ultimate David Bowie Tribute, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, $40-$65. (sunrisetheatre.com)

GALLERIES

Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, West Palm Beach. “Discovering Creativity in Partnership with Heather James Fine Art,” to March 17; “Savage Garden / Jardín Salvaje,” March 20 to June 30; “The Divine Feminine: Contemporary Women Sculptors in Partnership with New Wave,” to May 1. (ansg.org)

Armory Art Center, West Palm Beach. “Armory Artists in Residence Exhibition,” March 11 to April 8. (armoryart.org)

Boca Raton Museum of Art. “Smoke and Mirrors: Magical Thinking in Contemporary Art,” to May 12; “Dorotha Grace Lemeh: Cycles,” to May 19. (bocamuseum.org)

Cornell Art Museum, Delray Beach. “Central American Modernism,” March 8 to July 28; “Reimagining Palm Beach by Serge Strosberg,” to May 28. (delrayoldschoolsquare.com)

Court House Cultural Center, Stuart. “Surreal Boundaries of Reality,” March 8 to April 20. (martinarts.org)

Cox Science Center and Aquarium, West Palm Beach. “Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition,” to April 14. (coxsciencecenter.org)

Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, Lake Worth Beach. “Sonya Sanchez-Arias,” to March 9; “Diana Garcia,” March 15 to April 27; “Nicole Doran: 2023 South Florida Cultural Consortium Grantee from Palm Beach County” and “She. Her. Hers.,” both to April 6. (palmbeachculture.com)

Elliott Museum, Stuart. “Florida’s Natural Beauty,” to March 7; “Art for Living,” to April 1; “100 Years of Martin County Through the Eyes of Curt Whiticar,” to April 26; “In Celebration of King Tut,” to May 31. (hsmc-fl.com)

Findlay Galleries, Palm Beach. “Belynda Henry,” to March 18. (findlaygalleries.com)

Flagler Museum, Palm Beach. “Alphonse Mucha: Master of Art Nouveau,” to April 14. (flaglermuseum.us)

Levis JCC Sandler Center, Boca Raton. “Deborah Bigeleisen: Variations on a Theme” and “Yochi Yakir-Avin: The Memory Project,” to March 28. (levisjcc.org/ culture)

Lighthouse ArtCenter, Tequesta. “Forty-Sixth Annual Members Show,” March 14 to April 4. (lighthousearts.org)

McKee Botanical Garden, Vero Beach. “A Tropical Flock of Avian Avatars by the Myth Makers: Donna Dodson and Andy Moerlein,” to April 28. (mckee.org)

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Delray Beach. “Stories on the Planet: Jewelry of Maeda Asagi,” to April 7. (morikami.org)

Mounts Botanical Garden, West Palm Beach. “Origami in the Garden,” to May 12. (mounts.org)

Mtn Space, Lake Worth Beach. “Jia Sung,” to March 30. (mtnspace.com)

Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach. “Ellen Graham: Unscripted,” March 2 to June 16; “Landscapes Inspired by Old Masters,” March 9 to June 16; “Presence: The Photography Collection of Judy Glickman Lauder,” to March 10; “Rose B. Simpson: Journeys of Clay,” March 23 to Sept. 1; “Nature Unseen: Marden Student Community Student Exhibition,” to May 12; “Nora Maité Nieves: Clouds in the Expanded Field,” to July 7; “Special Guest / A Quiet Abiding: Jacobus Vrel’s Interior with a Sick Woman by a Fireplace in The Leiden Collection,” to Dec. 15. (norton.org)

Oditto Gallery, Palm Beach. “Banksy,” March 1-31. (odittogallery.io)

RC2 Gallery and Rosenbaum Contemporary, Boca Raton. “Robin Austin: Photomosaics,” March 7 to April 6; “Oriano Galloni: Renascita,” March 21 to April 27. (rosenbaumcontemporary.com)

Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum, West Palm Beach. “Endless Summer: Palm Beach Resort Wear,” to May 25. (pbchistory.org)

Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum. “Florida in World War II,” to May 17. (bocahistory.org)

The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach. “Flora Imaginaria: The Flower in Contemporary Photography” and “Guild Hall: An Adventure in the Arts,” both to April 28. (fourarts.org)

Vero Beach Museum of Art. “Ancient Egypt and the Napoleonic Era: Masterworks from the Dahesh Museum of Art,” to April 28. (vbmuseum.org)

IN THE AIR TONIGHT

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SOCIAL STUDIES

PALM BEACH MAGAZINE ™

PROVIDENT ON PALM BEACH

WHO: Provident Jewelry & Fine Art WHAT: Worth Avenue Grand Opening WHERE: Provident Jewelry & Fine Art, Palm Beach

JOHN AND MARIA ROST, ERIC GANTWARG

JULIAN HAJIBAY, ESMERALDA SPINOLA, OLIVER HAJIBAY

FRED WALDMAN, ERIC GANTWARG, JACOB KODNER

YOLANDA HILL PHOTOGRAPHY

TERRI AND GARY SCHOTTENSTEIN

ERIN SAMUELS, LARA PANSOLLI

ROB SAMUELS, ERIC GANTWARG, SCOTT DIAMENT

VANESSA AND WILLIAM BROWN

ARLYN DAVID, SHAWN AND MEILYN DAVID

SOCIAL STUDIES

YACHT CRUISE KICKOFF

WHO: Sean Rush WHAT: West Palm Beach Library Foundation’s 2024 Yacht Cruise and Dream Auction Committee

Kickoff Cocktail Party WHERE: Nomad, West Palm Beach

DEAN DIMKE, DAPHNE NIKOLOPOULOS, JULES ARON

DAPHNE NIKOLOPOULOS, SEAN RUSH

THERESA AND MICHAEL DRAPKIN

KATHERINE VAN DELL AND SEBASTIAN CLARKE

AARON NOSBISCH AND SKYE SHERMAN

KEVIN CONDON, KATHERINE LANDE

WALLACE AND MARY ANN DUPONT

CAPEHART

JOSEPH AND MAX MCNAMARA

EMILY PANTELIDES, ANGELA REYNOLDS

SOCIAL STUDIES

OUT & ABOUT

1. WHO: Palm Beach Day Academy WHAT: Gratitude Cocktail Party WHERE: Palm Beach Day Academy

2. WHO: Palm Beach County Food Bank WHAT: Eighth Annual Empty Bowls Delray Beach WHERE: Trinity Delray Lutheran Church and School, Delray Beach 3. WHO: Tricia Quick, Shari Liu Fellows, and Maribel Alvarez WHAT: Neha Dani Private Preview benefiting Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County WHERE: The Colony Hotel, Palm Beach

HOLLIS BRADLEY PICA, NEHA DANI

SHARI LIU FELLOWS, LIBBY ENGSTROM

VICTORIA AND JOSH HARLAN

ROB AND ASHLEY FRISBIE

JOHN ACELLO, JAMIE KENDALL, EILEEN ACELLO

STEPHANIE DODGE, LOUISE GLOVER

SHANA DUTKEWYCH, FANNING HEARON, MARTHA BJORKLUND

JOHN AND DIANE BREWER

TILOTTAMA SHOME, MARIBEL ALVAREZ

ELIZABETH BERNHEISEL

ANNA PAOLA CIBIN

JANE BALDRIDGE

RAFAEL SALDARRIAGA

MADELEINE GROSS

DANIELA PASQUALINI

CAROL CALICCHIO

STACEY WARNIX

TOM GRILL

OUT & ABOUT

4. WHO: Bettina Anderson, Jennifer Gowdy, Samantha Curry, and Audrey Gruss WHAT: Shop-for-Hope to benefit Hope for Depression Research Foundation WHERE: Veronica Beard, Palm Beach 5. WHO: Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County and Pioneer Linens WHAT: Holiday Table Showcase WHERE: Pioneer Linens, West Palm Beach 6. WHO: Tri-County Animal Rescue WHAT: Peppermint Bark and Brunch WHERE: Trump International, West Palm Beach

TARA BLAHNIK, LISETTE KENNEDY, LIZA MORTEN GIOIA, HELEN BERGIN

DIANA MAUNE, SUZI GOLDSMITH, FARLEY RENTSCHLER, NANETTE SARAGA

ANDREA STARK, ADRIEN ARPEL

TOVA LEIDESDORF, LOIS POPE

CAMILLE MURPHY KUBICEK, MARISSA MURPHY ADRIAANSE, PENNY MURPHY

KAULINA DENIS, ELVIRE DENIS

JACQUELINE RETZER, SARA TAYLOR RETZER

JENNIFER GOWDY, BETTINA ANDERSON, AUDREY GRUSS, SAMANTHA CURRY

DONNA TONA, HOLLIS BRADLEY PICA

LAST WORD

How did the signature red sole come about?

I tried the prototype of my Pensée heel on a model and it looked good on the foot, but still, something was better in the sketch.

I turned the shoe and from the back, the black sole became very dramatic. Did I favor the drawing because there was no black?

At that moment my assistant was painting her nails. When I saw her nail polish, it was like a sign.

I took the red polish and painted the sole all over, and that was it!

Where do you draw inspiration from?

When you draw, there are various inspirations that get mixed together. Inspirations lead me to a first drawing, which can drift off and have a life of its own. You can draw your own universe and create things that don’t exist. Then eventually you can give them a reality, or it remains a sketch.

Who or what has been your biggest design muse?

I do not have a specifi c muse; when I design, I have certain

REAL TALK WITH... Christian Louboutin

The legendary footwear designer discusses red soles, inspiration, muses, and more

characters, certain people in my mind. Possibly this comes from my childhood. I grew up with three sisters, and being the youngest, they would always tease me and drive me crazy. We were very different from each other. From a young age, I realized that each person changes depending on what life puts in front of them. So, I can’t have just one person in mind when designing. However, over the years there have been many

BY KATHERINE LANDE

women who have accompanied me. But more than something physical, what attracts me and inspires me is their personality and their character.

How do you name your shoes?

I probably almost name all my shoes by characters, by attitudes, or by just anecdotes. One specific design that comes to mind is the Kate—it is a sharp style [that is] simple and very complex at the same time. If the line is not perfect, you do not have the embellishment to hide it. It sounded very much like Kate Moss, simple yet very sophisticated. I felt this pump just had to be named after her because it was so Kate.

JEAN-BAPTISTE MONDINO

Christian Louboutin (above) developed his iconic red soles while working on his Pensée heel (top left). His Kate design (center, right, and far right) is named for fashion model Kate Moss.