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44 LIVING LEGEND SYLVIE VARTAN Since the 1960s, Sylvie Vartan’s star has sparkled in France. There, in the land of haute couture—where she is known, simply, as “Sylvie”—she has covered thousands of magazines and sold 40 million records. The blonde ingénue has been a fashion icon for decades, presenting a broad and flirtatious sense of stylishness. 58 AMERICAN FASHION AT THE MET While most focus on the outfits worn by celebrities at The Met Gala, the benefit comes alongside the debut of the latest exhibition of the museum’s Costume Insititute. This year celebrated Part Two of In American: An Anthology of Fashion, and Alexander Hankin—a member of the Friends of the Costume Insitute—guides us through his sneakpeak with Head Curator Andrew Bolton. 66 LOUIS VUITTON’S ICONIC DESIGNS Louis Vuitton fosters the idea that an atelier can be a place of fulfillment and individuality. Featuring photographs commissioned exclusively for Assouline, the publisher’s new volume showcases the extraordinary locations and buildings of Louis Vuitton’s ateliers, and the equally extraordinary artisans who express their talent through its creations. 72 SHE’S A KNOCKOUT Knockout Beauty on the Upper East Side offers skincare consultancy, specialty, and customized treatments. Elizabeth Kurpis sits with its founder, Cayli Cavaco Reck, to discuss the premier boutique. 76 50 YEARS OF THE POLO SHIRT Fifty years ago, Ralph Lauren set up his casualwear company, ‘Polo’. Emblazoned with his trademark polo player in motion in 24 colors, the polo shirt became the mainstay of wardrobes across the world. 82 FASHION FORWARD LOOKS FOR FALL Our favorite collections for fall presented at New York Fashion Week.
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Something about the onset of summer always brings me back to being a schoolgirl. That exhilarating rush of knowing that soon… School will be out! Streets, trees, and flowers all take on a particular glow—and somehow the world becomes a brighter, livelier place to live in. To quote Charles Dickens, when relaying the story of one of my favorite characters from childhood (good-hearted, orphaned yet ever optimistic Oliver Twist), “Spring flew swiftly by, and summer came; and if the village had been beautiful at first, it was now in the full glow and luxuriance of its richness. The great trees, which had looked shrunken and bare in the earlier months, had now burst into strong life and health... The earth had donned her mantle of brightest green; and shed her richest perfumes abroad. It was the prime and vigour of the year; all things were glad and flourishing.” For the Summer edition of Q, returning contributor Elizabeth Quinn Brown profiles golden-haired singer, actress, and model Sylvie Vartan, who, with her schoolgirl fringed bob and sunny disposition, became a pop sensation during the 1960s. Born in Bulgaria, Vartan and her family immigrated to France when Sylvie was 8 years old. When rock ‘n roll landed in France, Sylvie was swept in with a group of teen idols including France Gall, Françoise Hardy, and Sheila— Vartan, the blondest, was also, as written in LIFE magazine, “the most photographed of the bunch.” She was, according to Vartan chronicler Eric Cazelot, “completely natural and sincere. She was not trying to imitate any other stars… the majority of girls in show business were trying to look like Bridget Bardot! But not Sylvie. She was just herself.” While magazines like Vogue and Elle would style Sylvie in Courrèges and Saint Laurent, Sylvie personally favored jeans and sneakers or ballet flats. Another blonde who spent her early years surrounded by the glam of high fashion magazines (amazingly, at one point both of her parents simultaneously worked at Vogue) appears on Summer Q’s pages in the form of Cayli Caveco Reck. A fascination with skin led Cayli to found her beauty retail company, Knockout Beauty, with locations in New York City, Los Angeles, Bridgehampton, and Locust Valley. Q Contributor Elizabeth Kurpis sits down with Cayli to discuss beauty, skincare, and how to remain hydrated in NYC. For fashion to the max, look no further than Alexander Counterclockwise from top right: Blake Lively dressed in Hankin’s piece, “American Fashion at The Met.” A member Valentino at the 2022 Met Gala; the cover of Louis Vuitton: of Friends of The Costume Institute, the philanthropic group Manufactures (Assouline); Haute Victoire Rose Quartz Heart of fashion insiders who support the organization, Hankin Pendant; Sylvie Vartan wearing kaleidescope sunglasses; delivers an insider’s look at the most recent exhibit, “America: Paco Rabanne’s Sparkle Nano Shoulder Bag; Filippa Hamilton An Anthology of Fashion”, as explained by esteemed Head dressed in a yellow Polo shirt; Jimmy Choo Saeda Fuchsia Curator, Andrew Bolton. Satin Pumps; Knockout Beauty founder Cayli Cavaco Reck; A Catch senior editor Brooke Kelly’s fashion-forward review look from Carolina Herrera’s Fall 2022 collection; Ralph Lauren of the Fall 2022 collections to transition in style from Summer Multi-Crystal Long Earrings; Gucci’s Bamboo 1947 small into Fall, and don’t miss art director Tykischa Jacobs’ beautiful top handle bag in green; Verdura “Five Stone” hinged cuff layouts of all the latest jewelry, accessories, looks (and more!) bracelet in carved black jade, available at Greenleaf & Crosby; that the season has to offer. Wishing you a sun-soaked, bright the runway at Carolina Herrera’s Fall 2022 show. and breezy summer—see you in the fall!u
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Elizabeth Quinn Brown > Elizabeth Quinn Brown is a freelance writer and editor, covering culture, design, travel, and style. Her work has appeared in publications like Architectural Digest, Billboard, Grazia UK, GQ, and The Wall Street Journal. She resides in Los Angeles, California, with her family and her French Brittany, Gemma. The former features editor of Quest and Q returns this issue to muse on this season’s Living Legend, 1960s blonde pop sensation Sylvie Vartan.
72 Brooke Murray > Brooke is the senior editor of Quest and Q magazines. In this issue, she reviews the FW22 runway shows in New York. Not to be missed are Brooke’s chic selection of sunglasses, shoes, handbags, clutches, and swimwear to help you step stylishly through summer; her coverage of the hottest parties—from New York to London; or her roundup of the best new beauty products. Outside of the office, Brooke can be found on the golf course or snuggling with her cat and dog.
58 Tykischa Jacobs > Known fondly at the office as TJ, Tykischa is the art director and production manager for Quest and Q magazines. She uses her creativity to bring this delightful Summer Issue of Q to life, designing all of the editorial pages. This season, she particularly enjoyed composing the Evening Looks feature that showcases timeless pieces (such as a sparkly, silver and gold look from Paco Rabanne’s Spring 2023 Collection). Outside of the office, TJ can be found exploring nature and attending concerts at venues in the tri-state area.
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44 < Elizabeth Kurpis Elizabeth Kurpis may be a high-profile fashion lawyer by day, but she is equally known as a tastemaker on the New York fashion, art, and charity scenes. She has spent the last nine years donating her time to The Frick Collection and Memorial Sloan Kettering’s Associates Committee. When she has a moment to spare, she enjoys traveling with her husband and two children, Chicky and Hunter. For this issue, Elizabeth meets with Knockout Beauty founder Cayli Caveco Reck to discuss beauty, skincare, and how to remain hydrated in NYC.
82 < Alexander Hankin Alexander Mason Hankin of Bucks County, Pennsylvania is a third-generation real estate developer at Hankin Management Company, as well as an art world aficionado. Hankin’s passion for the arts has led him to take on leadership roles in major art institutions, including the Museum of Arts and Design, Aspen Art Museum, The Guggenheim, and London’s Serpentine Galleries. Hankin has been a contributor on art in various publications, including Philadelphia Style Magazine, Gotham, and Guest of a Guest, and is now thrilled to be contributing for Quest.
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Lee Radziwill strolls down Madison Avenue in 1973. Even if her older sister, Jacqueline “Jackie” Kennedy Onassis, hadn’t become First Lady, Radziwill was still destined to become one of the 20th century’s greatest fashion icons and a widely regarded gatekeeper of elegant refined style. She counted Truman Capote as an early friend and champion, and became a princess after marrying Prince Stanisław Albrecht Radziwill in 1959. Throughout her lifetime, Radziwill was an actress, an interior designer, a PR executive at Giorgio Armani, a constant fixture on best-dressed lists, and an icon of America’s social set.
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Left: Singer, songwriter and actress Sylvie Vartan in Cannes, 1963. Right: The Armenian-Bulgarian-French Yé-Yé genre actress, often nicknamed "La Jolie Poupée" ("The Pretty Doll") after her same-named hit show, bats her eyelashes in 1960.
Since the 1960s , Sylvie Vartan’s star has sparkled in France.
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There, in the land of haute couture—where she is known, simply, as “Sylvie”—she has covered thousands of magazines and sold 40 million records. The blonde ingénue has been a fashion icon for decades, presenting a broad and flirtatious sense of stylishness. She has been dressed by the greatest designers, from Marc Bohan, Christian Dior, and Gianfranco Ferré to Jean Paul Gaultier, Karl Lagerfeld, and Yves Saint Laurent. In 2022, Sylvie is 77 but she continues to influence— she’s even on Instagram (@sylvievartanofficial)! Sylvie Georges Vartanian was born on August 15, 1944, in Iskrets, Bulgaria, to a French-Bulgarian father (Robert Vartanian) and a Hungarian mother (Ilona Mayer). She was the Vartanians’ second child, following brother Edmond (“Eddie”). Sylvie remembers
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Bulgaria during World War II (when it was allied with Germany and the Axis powers) in the book Maman… (2016): “Of our last months in Bulgaria, I keep the chilling memory of the disappearances. One day it is our neighbor. We met her the day before in the queue in front of the bakery, and that morning we learned that the men of the militia had come to fetch her. Suddenly, we must no longer pronounce her name or evoke the fate of her two children.” She continues: “Mom seems paralyzed, then she struggles to find the words: ‘We don’t know, my dear, but don’t worry, we have to wait, we have to hope.’ Hush, she’ll whisper it to me in a moment. Here, in the street, people can hear us. Then it’s our doctor’s turn to be arrested. The militiamen again. We hear the news on the sidewalk, waiting in line for a little oil and flour. On the way back, mom again asks dad to hang the portrait of Stalin under our window. ‘Do it, George, I beg you.’ From then on, when I meet the men of the militia, my heart pounds and I immediately climb the four floors to our
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Clockwise from top left: Sylvie has some last minute adjustments made to a dress before presenting her fashion collection in Japan, 1966; Johnny Hallyday and Sylvie Vartan sit in a Ferrari Johnny had just purchased in 1963; a headshot of Vartan from the 1960s; Sylvie seated on a bed reading, photographed by Tony Frank; a mod shot of Vartan from the '60s; Vartan recording at The Olympia with her brother, musician and record producer Eddie Vartan, 1967. Opposite, from above: Vartan and her mother, Ilona, on vacation in Egypt in 1979; Sylvie and Eddie Vartan, on tour in Japan in 1965.
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Hit song "La plus belle pour aller danser" (English translation) "Tonight I'll be the prettiest To dance To dance So that I can easily surpass all the others You have loved... Have loved"
house to check that mom is still there.” In these panicked times, the Vartanians became the Vartans—And, in 1952, the Vartans emigrated to Paris, France. The four of them inhabited one room in the Angleterre Hotel, where Sylvie shared a bed with Ilona and Eddie shared a bed with Robert. But Sylvie’s parents remained positive, especially for the sake of their children. Sylvie remembers in Maman…: “Our parents never doubted France and that their big dream was about to come true. We have lost everything, but we are free. We have a roof over our heads and dad has just found a job at the markets to pay for it. Mom is comforting, radiant, I only have to meet her honey-colored gaze to know that we are saved.” Sylvie struggled to blend in. She studied at the Lycée Hélène Boucher, where she focused on foreign languages. In 1961, Eddie (who became a musician, too) connected his sister with Frankie Jordan to sing on one of his tracks, “Panne d’essence.” (She had to miss class to record.) It was a success and The press dubbed Sylvie “La lycéenne du twist”—or, “the schoolgirl of twist.”
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Clockwise from top left: Vartan on stage at The Olympia in the 1970s; Sylvie with her brother, Eddie Vartan, in a recording studio working on music for the TV show "Dancing Star", 1976; The Beatles (John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, and George Harrison), after their Paris show with co-star Sylvie Vartan, January 1964; Johnny Hallyday, Sylvie Vartan, and Eddie Vartan (Sylvie Vartan's brother) at the Olympia Hall in Paris, 1964. Opposite page, from above: Vartan and her brother backstage at The Olympia in 1967; Vartan performing at the Olympia dressed in Saint Laurent with Carlos, her jovial artistic assistant, September 1970.
"She was not trying to imitate any other stars. In those days, the majority of girls in show business were trying to look like Brigitte Bardot! But not Sylvie. She was just herself.”
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From top: Friends and fellow '60s pop sensations, Sylvie Vartan and Françoise Hardy, 1963; Vartan performing at the Olympia dressed in sequined Saint Laurent, September 1972. Opposite, from above: Sylvie Vartan by Jean-Marie Périer, 1964; a profile shot of Vartan in Egypt, 1979.
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She signed with RCA and released Sylvie in November 1962, which featured “Le loco-motion” and “Tous mes copains.” She sold 400,000 copies, becoming one of the famous, fresh faces of Yé-Yé music (like Françoise Hardy, who was profiled in Q’s Winter 2022 issue). Christian and Éric Cazalot—who have covered Sylvie in multiple books, including Le Style Vartan (2015)—have described the chanteuse as being “[…] completely natural and sincere. She was not trying to imitate any other stars. In those days, the majority of girls in show business were trying to look like Brigitte Bardot! But not Sylvie. She was just herself.” During this time, Sylvie was introduced to Johnny Hallyday, who was known as the “French Elvis,” while performing with Vince Taylor at the Olympia. In 1963, she toured France with him and, in 1964, the famous amoureux became engaged. Simultaneously, Sylvie released her greatest hits, “La plus belle pour aller danser” and “Si je chante”—and performed with the Beatles at the Olympia.
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Clockwise from lower left: Johnny Hallyday and Sylvie Vartan on vacation in 1965; Vartan and Hallyday (on horseback) in France, 1964; Sylvie Vartan album cover of Un Peu De Tendresse, 1967; Sylvie Vartan album cover of La Maritza, 1968; Claude François, Johnny Hallyday, and Sylvie Vartan; Françoise Hardy and Sylvie Vartan, 1967. Opposite page, clockwise from lower left: Yé-yé Sylvie Vartan; Vartan and Hallyday together in France, 1965; Johnny Hallyday, Sylvie Vartan, Sheila, and Françoise Hardy, St. Tropez, 1969.
On April 12, 1965, when Sylvie was in her early twenties, she married Johnny in Loconville, France. Her wedding dress featured puffed sleeves and ruffles. She decorated it with a fashionable hood that was reminiscent of a traditional veil. She has since shared with Gala magazine: “I haven’t thrown it away; I don’t throw anything away. I have at least 10,000 pictures of my children at all ages, as well as many photos of family and friends.” The couple honeymooned in Las Palmas, Mexico, and later welcomed son David Hallyday, who was born on August 14, 1966. But the romance soured, becoming rife with divorce filings and reconcilings. In 1970, Sylvie suffered from a car crash that required reconstructive surgery. She shared with RTL: “Honestly, I recognized myself. I wasn’t that badly banged up. Well, I had scars, yes, but it was normal. Over time, they have faded a bit. But I was so happy to be alive, because I had a child, I had people who loved me, and that was the priority above all. It was to be alive”. Sylvie divorced Johnny in 1980. She remarried producer Tony Scotti on June 2, 1984, and has since resided with him in Beverly Hills, California. In 1991, following the end of Communism in Bulgaria in 1990, Sylvie returned to where she was born for the first time since 1952. She established a foundation, Sylvie Vartan for Bulgaria, to donate to hospitals and orphanages. She has since shared: “Life begins where you were born. I have heard my mother speak a lot about Iskrets. For me Bulgaria is a country of love and nostalgia, the country of my parents, to which I feel strongly attached.” In 1997, Sylvie renewed her Bulgarian citizenship and, with Tony, adopted a daughter, Darina, from Bulgaria. In a life of ups and downs, Sylvie’s grace and resilience is inspiring. Her performances have evolved from Yé-Yé to cabaret, but she remains blonde and bold—and as brightly shining as ever. ◆
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Clockwise from top left: Sylvie Vartan and her adopted daughter, Darina, photographed by Jean-Marie Périer at his house in Paris in 2017; Vartan in Nashville, TN, 2013; Vartan photographed by Tony Frank in Japan, 1977; husband and wife Tony Scotti and Sylvie Vartan out on the town in the '80s; Scotti and Vartan on holiday in Sri Lanka in 1988; Vartan in New York City, 1963. Opposite page, from above: Sylvie Vartan and Johnny Hallyday on their wedding day in Loconville, France, April 12, 1965; Vartan looks up in the church on her wedding day; Hallyday and Vartan blow out candles during a birthday party celebration for their son, David, in 1971.
American Fashion at The Met by
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Blake Lively co-chaired The 2022 Met Gala with her husband, Ryan Reynolds, and wore a Versace gown
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From above: Worsham-Rockefeller Dressing Room, 1881– 82, comissioned by George A. Schastey & Co.; Wedding dress, Ann Lowe (American, 1898– 1981), ca. 1941.
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in May always brings glamour and a flurry of buzz around the annual Met Gala. While most focus on the outfits worn by celebrities, the benefit comes alongside the debut of the latest exhibition of The Met’s Costume Institute. This year celebrated Part Two of In America: An Anthology of Fashion, and while the trolls debated on who slayed vs. who strayed on the red carpet, the exhibition was anything but underwhelming. As a member of the Friends of the Costume Institute, the philanthropic group of fashion SUMMER 2022/
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insiders who support the organization, I was treated to a sneak peak with Head Curator Andrew Bolton. In his remarks, Bolton noted that as much as this exhibit is about the history of fashion in this country, it is also about how one tells that story. For me, ‘powerhouse’ is the one word that comes to mind when trying to best describe the marvelous way this story is told. The exhibition itself is housed in the American Wing’s period rooms of The Met, and the story aptly starts with George Washington’s inauguration jacket. The jacket worn by our first From left: Evening dress, Lucie Monnay (American, born Switzerland), ca. The Met Gala. Opposite page: Gigi Hadid in Prada at The Met Gala; Renaissance Revival Room, 1868–70 Augustus Truesdell (American, 1810–1872) Meriden, Connecticut (inset).
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president has never left the Mount Vernon collection until now. Washington’s jacket is flanked by two cases: one comprised of the coats that Lincoln was assassinated in, the other containing a jacket worn by a slave in the 1800s. The connection the two share was made by Brooks Brothers—a merging of fashion and painful memories of American history. There is so much talent present in the various scenes and stories on display, including in those by the eight renowned directors that worked on the show. From Martin Scorsese’s noir tribute to Charles James in the Frank Loyd Write Room to Regina King’s portrayal of Fannie Crisis Payne, a first generation free black Modiste, the epicenter of this exhibition - in my opinion – is Tom Ford’s tribute to the Battle of Versailles. Set against a panoramic 1819 mural of Versailles, Ford brilliantly reimagines the
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From left: “Butterfly” ball gown, Charles James (American, born Great Britain, 1906–1978), ca. 1955; Shaker Retiring Room, ca. 1835, Mount Lebanon, New York. Opposite page: Janelle Monáe in Ralph Lauren at The Met Gala; Isabelle Boemeke in Noir Kei Ninomiya at The Met Gala (inset).
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Ball gown, Marguery Bolhagen (American 1920-2021), ca. 1961; Rococo Revival Parlor, ca. 1850, Astoria, Queens, New York (inset). Opposite page: Pete Davidson and Kim Kardashian a vintage dress by Jean Louis at The Met Gala.
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transatlantic Grand Divertissement à Versailles, a charity fashion show that took place on November 28, 1973. The event itself was established to raise funds for Versailles, which had fallen into disarray, and pitted French fashionshouses Dior, Cardin, Givenchy, YSL, and Ungaro against American designers Bill Blass, Stephen Burrows, Halston, Anne Klein, and Oscar de la Renta. The result was showing America as a powerhouse in the world of fashion by blowing away all in attendance. To decorate this room, Ford used authentic looks from the show or similar designs and has the fashion clad mannequins battling it out with fencing swords, in a style that is truly Tom Ford. Visit America: An Anthology of Fashion now through September 22nd, and you will no doubt agree with Ford that “American fashion is a global force to reckoned with.” ◆
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The modern buzz around the name ‘Louis Vuitton’ is not some random quirk of our time. Creative Director Nicolas Ghesquière has tapped into the cultural moment, delivering styles that have transformed the maison into a household name. In Assouline’s newest book, Louis Vuitton: Manufactures, editor Nicholas Foulkes explores the history of the French giant and the story of its artisans. Since designer Louis Vuitton founded his eponymous house in 1854, the brand has become most famous for reinventing what it calls the “Art of Travel” through its signature luggage, bags, and accessories, which blend elegant design with functional practicality. Now its purview extends even further, as the house’s signature fearlessness continues to shape the story of Louis Vuitton, from its ready-to-wear collections to its architecture, all of which are carefully curated by artisans. SUMMER 2022/
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It is perhaps due to the gravitas of the maison’s name that there is only one fitting place to start to trace its long history, and Foulkes opens his new book with the grand imagery of Louis XIV, the Bourbon monarch who built Versailles and redefined the luxury economy of 18th century France. Louis could not abide by the notion that some of the finest goods in France were imported from foreign powers. Thus, Louis urged his ministers to usher in a new era of French manufacture, an era that attracted the finest craftsmen in Europe to the French court and began the process of establishing the powerhouse of a luxury economy that remains in France to this day. In the context of this storied past, Foulkes traces the role that the house played in the establishment of artisan workshops and districts across both France and the world since the 19th century. Featuring photographs commissioned exclusively for the book, Louis Vuitton: Manufactures is a sight to behold. Most notably, the tome isn’t primarily a history of Louis Vuitton’s rise. Rather, it is a love letter to all of the previously unknown ateliers and faceless craftsmen who have played integral roles in the creation of countless luxury goods that have captured the heart of the manufacturers moment. u
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Clockwise from lower left: Knockout Beauty founder Cayli Cavaco Reck as a little girl with her father, Paul Cavaco—an iconic stylist—and her mother, Kezia Keeble, who formed what is now fashion public relations powerhouse KCD [Keeble Cavaco & Duka] while pregnant with Cayli; inside Knockout Beauty in Bridgehampton, NY; Knockout Beauty Locust Valley; Cayli and Marc Jacobs featured in a piece for Teen Vogue. Opposite
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Cayli Cavaco Reck knows a thing or two about beauty. As a New York City native, she spent most of her childhood shuffling between her mother Kezia Keeble’s Park Avenue apartment and her father Paul Caveco’s West Village pad. The best of both worlds, one might say, but what really bound this family together was their passion for fashion. With both parents starting their careers as stylists, moving on to editorial positions at Vogue (she may be the only child ever to have two parents simultaneously working at Vogue), and finally co-founding fashion PR powerhouse KCD Worldwide, Cayli’s life was spent primarily on fashion sets or backstage at shows. So, it’s no surprise that over the years she developed an
appreciation for beauty, hair, and makeup and the transformative nature of it all. Enter Knockout Beauty, Cayli’s premier Upper East Side boutique where skincare consultancy and specialty, customized treatments take center stage. We sat down with Cayli to hear more about her rapidly-expanding venture, and picked up some skincare tips and tricks along the way. Get ready to knock ‘em off their feet! When did you know you wanted to pursue skincare consultancy? When my dad moved over to Allure, where he was creative director for 16 years, the magazine was very science and data driven. I just loved their coverage of the newest ingredients and discussions on SUMMER 2022/
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the way science shapes the beauty landscape. How would you describe the Knockout Beauty clientele? She is bright, knowledgeable, and seeks out experts in all facets of her life. What would you say is your favorite beauty moment? When I was about 17 years old, I was on location with my father in St. Barths. He was shooting swimsuits on model-of-the-moment, Kate Moss, for Harper’s Bazaar. I remember watching Mary Greenwell massaging Kate’s face and treating the skin to hydration and moisture and very little else. Sam McKnight wet her hair, gave it a few beach waves and suddenly she was camera ready. The unfiltered, un-retouched photos are what ran in the magazine that June. Kate wasn’t just considered one of the great beauties of that time; she was also thought of as the ultimate cool girl, and watching the transformation from image-to-image happen so naturally with clean, glowing skin and healthy hair was very inspiring. What advice would you give to those who are having trouble narrowing down the overwhelming amount of beauty products currently on the market? Have a consult with an expert. You should have a tight and effective routine that is perfect for you that can also be followed with ease.
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Describe your ideal New York day. I love a morning walk in the park or on the river’s edge. I like to first pick up a coffee from Sant Ambroeus, and just walk everywhere I need to be that day, heels and all! New York, for me, is also very much about the people, and nothing is better than the unexpected moment you bump into a friend on the street where you can have a quick catch up before parting ways.
vans her children (including daughter Reed, pictured) and their friends to the beach. Some people are soccer momsCayli is a surf mom; Knockout Beauty
What’s next for Knockout Beauty? More locations, a larger digital presence, and in the short term, some exciting new treatment offerings.
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Visit knockoutbeauty.com to book an appointment at any of its four locations in New York City, Los Angeles, Bridgehampton (seasonal), or Locust Valley. ◆
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New York weather can take a toll on our overall skin wellbeing. How can one achieve healthy, glowing skin while also protecting against the seasonal elements? Effective exfoliation, correct balance of hydration (water), moisture (oil), a healthy lipid barrier, and proper pH need to be considered in all seasons so the trick is to sort out what’s being compromised in each season and address each one individually.
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From above: Ralph Lauren wearing a white Polo shirt in East Hampton, 1977; the cover of Ralph Lauren’s Polo Shirt (Rizzoli). Opposite page: Isabelle Townshend featured in Polo’s Big Shirt
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The Polo Shirt It’s just a piece of cotton. It has a collar. Maybe it has an insignia. Two buttons, sometimes three. Yet a polo is more than just “a shirt”. It’s a state of mind for those who wear it, and an impression for those who behold it. Fifty years ago, Ralph Lauren set up his casual wear company, ‘Polo’. Emblazoned with his trademark polo player in motion in 24 colors, the polo shirt became the mainstay of wardrobes across the world. Easily identifiable with its rich color palette and close alignment with the sport of kings, Lauren’s polo shirt became emblematic of the aspirational lifestyles of America’s most affluent forerunners. “When I created my Polo shirt in 1972, everyone responded. Maybe it was the way the collar stood up, or the placket, or the excitement of the many colors we made it in.” Regarding the style of the shirt, Lauren reflects, “I liked the look of things that get better with age, so I made it out of cotton so those colors would fade and have an authentic lived-in look. I gave the shirt a polo pony because I liked the concept of making something fashionSUMMER 2022/
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Chevy Chase and Ted Knight on the set of Caddyshack, 1980; Leonardo DiCaprio in The Wolf of Wall Street, 2013 (inset).
why you can watch a kid in Nigeria manipulating a soccer ball down a dusty, grassless field wearing a Polo shirt, and you can look at Ronald Reagan cutting brush in Santa Monica wearing one—and you can see everything in between.” There’s something quite special about a shirt that looks terrific brand new, but gets even better with age. Very few pieces of apparel enjoy that extraordinary feature. The Polo Pony featured on Lauren’s shirts was a masterstroke in fashion branding. Over the decades, the emblem has become synonymous with the shirt that is now a mainstay of wardrobes across the world—though few may remember that the pony didn’t actually debut on the Polo shirt. Instead, Ralph Lauren’s iconic embroidered logo first came to life on the cuff of a woman’s tailored shirt, Polo’s first piece of womenswear, in 1971. At the time, the designer compared it to a piece of jewelry or a watch peeking out from the cuff of a jacket. The design for the pony was originally born from a sketch that was created for an ad Mr. Lauren had proposed. Having already found a place on his celebrated Polo tie, it wasn’t until the following year in 1972 that the pony would appear on his signature men’s and women’s Polo shirts. Eventually, that pony would become shorthand for the shirt and for the entire Polo brand.
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able that was still about sport, like the name I had given my company a few years before. I wanted the shirt to become part of the life of the person who wore it. I never knew that after fifty years it would become such a personal icon all over the world. What I do has always come from the way people live. It’s honest and from the heart and hopefully that is what touches the diversity of people who wear my Polo and all my clothes.” The Polo shirt is to Ralph Lauren what Mickey Mouse is to Disney or the Statue of Liberty is to New York. It’s the signature of the company Ralph Lauren created over five decades ago, a symbol that evokes not only a luxurious way of living, but an effortless, sporty chic approach to dressing that has become the cornerstone of American style itself. Worn by everyone from royalty to rappers, from presidents to movie stars, from athletes to power brokers and everyone in between, it’s at once universal, aspirational, and egalitarian. It’s the character of the shirt that’s propelled it into history as an iconic staple—not just for the wearers, but bound by the piece of apparel itself. It’s about how, when, and where it’s worn. As Ken Burns writes in the Forward of a new book, Ralph Lauren’s Polo Shirt (Rizzoli), celebrating 50 years of the quintessential garment, “That’s
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Clockwise from top left: Filippa Hamilton wears a knotted yellow Polo in an advertisement from 2004; an ad featuring a stack of Polo shirts and polo mallets, 1996; PELÉ sporting a New York Cosmos Polo-shirt jersey designed by Ralph Lauren, 1980; Argentine polo player and model Nacho Figueras
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Clockwise from top left: Tom Cruise and Rebecca de Mornay, Risky Business, 1983; Emma Allegretti, Hartland, VT; Larry Levan in the DJ booth at Paradise Garage in 1978; President Ronald Reagan and First Lady Nancy Reagan walking on the White House lawn with their dog, Rex, after returning from Camp David, 1986;
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The Polo shirt has journeyed everywhere, creating stories and memories for all who have made it part of their lives—men, women, children, and even four-legged friends. Ralph Lauren grew it, shrank it, patched it, painted it, tie-dyed it, and weathered it. Over time it would become more than just a shirt, and stand for a way of living— serving as a portal into a world of Ivy League heritage, the gracious lawns of touch football games, and the de rigueur uniform of weekend sailors, golfers, and tennis players. Children wear it on their first day of school, for class portraits, for graduation, or just to make them feel confident. Costume designers have placed it on actors to define a role—hero or villain. CEOs pair it with custom-made suits, setting a new standard of boardroom status. And marching into Olympic stadiums all over the world, American athletes wear it proudly—like the red, white, and blue of the flag itself. In the end, the Polo shirt has become much more than a canvas for Mr. Lauren’s artistry—the garment has evolved into a backdrop and inspiration for all the dreams, hopes, and ambitions of people across the world. “In the end”, as Ralph Lauren has said, “It was never about a shirt, but a way of living.”u
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The Michael Kors FW22 runway show. Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Mayor Eric Adams and Michael Kors; Brooke Shields and Blake Lively; a model wearing the Camel Wool Melton Coat, Cashmere Pullover, and Wool Gabardine Trouser, and Knitted Shearling Scarf from the FW22 Collection (left) and guests Camila Mendes and Addison Rae (right); Bella Hadid in the FW22 Collection’s Black Stretch Cady Cutout Gown with crystal/sequin hand embroidery; a model makes her way towards the runway in the FW22 Collection’s Fuschia Skitted Shearling Clutch Coat, Crepe Jersey Strapless Minidress with crystal embroidery; backstage at the show; Miguel’s performance; on the runway in the FW22 Collection’s Yellow Knitted Shearling Clutch Coat, Crepe Jersey Minidress, and
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> Michael Kors Marking the return of the city’s nightlife, “Stepping out in New York” was the theme of Michael Kors’ FW22 runway show, which took place at Terminal 5. Models walked a runway illuminated to echo the Manhattan city lights, as Grammy-Award winning artist Miguel set the mood with a live musical performance. “For this show, I wanted to bring the excitement and energy of a night on the town to life—because I think right now, no matter where you are, we’re all craving that,” said Michael Kors. “And the clothes are really everything you need for stepping up, stepping out, and making an entrance.” Models, including Natasha Poly, Emily Ratajkowski, Adut Akech, and Gigi and Bella Hadid, walked the runway and showed off Kors’ collection, which is inspired by the art of revealing and concealing. The looks—which aimed to feel both covered up and provocative—include short hemlines, thigh-high boots, dramatic hoods, and skin-baring cutouts. Shades of camel and chocolate grounded pops of electric fuchsia, orange, and yellow while menswear tweeds, plaid, and flannel played against glamorous crystal embroidery. Fittingly, New York’s Mayor Eric Adams was present that evening and shared his praise for the designer. “Michael Kors is the epitome of made in New York,” said Adams. He’s not only been a leader in the fashion industry for four decades but has been there for New York when the city has needed him most. As COVID devastated our city, Michael stepped up and got to work, helping to rebuild so many industries hard hit by the pandemic. From shining a spotlight on charitable organizations to supporting our schools to paying homage to Broadway, Michael has helped us with recovery efforts every step of the way. New York City owes this icon a debt of gratitude and I am excited to see everything he does next, both on and off the runway.”
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with her daughter, Carolina Herrera (right) and Tamara Falco (center); Faouzia in the front row; Creative Director Wes Gordon. Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Models on the runway in looks from Carolina Herrera’s FW22 Collection.
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Carolina Herrera For the FW22 Collection, Creative Director Wes Gordon used the classic Carolina Herrera woman as inspiration, characterized as self-assured, strong, full-of-fire, and known for living in the moment. The collection featured linear and tailored silhouettes, with nods to Mrs. Herrera, including a white shirt with balloon sleeves paired with high waisted pants, a coat dress, and a signature white shirt paired with a silk moiré ball skirt. Gordon also incorporated moments of exuberance, whether it was a color reveal at a hem, an undulating cascade, or voluminous sleeves. The collection was filled with cheery bold colors that contrasted with the white runway—a chroma of Crushed Berries, Anemone Blue, Fire Opal, Deep Peony, Evening Primrose Yellow and Dahlia—and playful designs that Gordon is known for, including evening gowns embroidered with whimsical patterns like flowers and oversized bows. At the end of the show, Gordon welcomed Miro Hermes and Francois Bouchet, head patternmakers of the Carolina Herrera atelier, to the stage. They are both retiring after 22 years and 19 years, respectively.
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Looks from Alexander McQueen’s FW22 runway show. Opposite page: Ulla Johnson’s FW22 runway show. Clockwise from top left: Models ascending the grand staircase at New York Public Library; Katie Holmes; the FW22 Collection’s Umbra Trench Coat; a metallic blouse and denim from the FW22 Collection; Chloé Véro and Jasmin Savoy; the FW22 Collection’s Josana Silk Maxi Dress; Huma Abedin
< Alexander McQueen Since founding his eponymous label in 1992, Lee Alexander McQueen held runway shows in New York City twice: once for his Dante collection in 1996, and again for Eye in 1999. This year, Creative Director Sarah Burton brought the brand back again. “[New York] is part of our community, a place that has always welcomed us, and this season I want to honor that,” said Burton. With the pandemic in mind, the FW22 collection was inspired by community, more specifically by mycelium, and the “reality of nature as a community that is far, far older than we are.” Burton describes mycelium, a fungus, as having the most profound, interconnecting power, and sees it as a metaphor for interconnection and for community between people. “Mycelium connects even the rooftop of the tallest skyscraper to the plants, to the grass, to the ground, to animals and human beings.” Keeping with the naturistic theme, the runway was decorated with tree mulch and the soundtrack featured woodland-inspired music. The collection, which featured a wide range of colors—from black to bright yellow and green—also stuck to theme. For instance, Kaia Gerber modeled a one-shouldered dress with subtle crystal, silver bead, and bullion pearl oyster mushroom embroidery on an invisible tulle base, while another model sported a more obvious look featuring an oversized shredded jumper with mushroom intarsia in mohair with acid green embroidery paired with biker trousers in black leather.
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> Ulla Johnson Ulla Johnson’s FW22 show took place at the iconic New York Public Library, with installations of surrealist organic sculptures by Alma Allen and mimosa floral clouds by Emily Thompson, as well as a performance by PawPaw Rod, setting the mood for the presentation. Allen’s artwork—uncanny shapes in walnut and Persian travertine—inspired the collection, echoing the artistic vision of a shared connection with the instinctive shapes of nature’s sprouting design. Descending from the grand staircase of the iconic fifth avenue lobby onto the earthy runway, models donned Johnson’s iconic bohemian printed dresses, puff sleeves, layers—including an eye-catching trench coat in animal print—and a range of small leather goods and jewelry. The brand is also introducing its first optical glasses and is adding a new denim category this fall.
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Zimmermann Zimmermann found inspiration in the stars for its Fall Ready-to-Wear Collection. “There’s always been something so fun and intriguing to me about pop astrology and the idea that our personalities are influenced by our birth signs,” said Creative Director Nicky Zimmermann. To turn this vision into a reality, the brand worked with artist Anita Inverarity on 12 key prints that represent each sign of the zodiac and incorporated them across a variety of looks. The collection, coined “Stargazer,” features layered looks, clashing prints, craft trims and embroideries, and voluminous silhouettes nipped at the waist. “We wanted it all to feel really eclectic with a sense of fun. We picked up the symbols and icons of the zodiac in our detailing and finishes and there’s a conscious clash of fabric textures in each look. It’s a collection that’s high on finer details. Maybe that’s a bit of the Virgo in me coming through!” said Zimmermann. Catsuits—under micro wool skirts and big coats worn with stretch satin suits—were a key layering component seen on the runway. Models also donned wool suiting, dressed-up denim, belt buckles and jewelry with the crescent moon symbol, polka dot puff dresses, and shimmering tulle gowns. To prepare for chillier weather, the collection featured a range of outerwear, including a shearling coat, down bombers, faux leather trimmed boucle pea coats, fringed capes, knitted ponchos, and felt hats.
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Ralph Lauren Ralph Lauren debuted its FW22 Collection at a contemporary residence within the Museum of Modern Art, which was decorated with iconic furnishings from the home line. “My Fall/Winter 2022 Collection is a celebration of the timeless style of black and white emboldened in the sleek lines of tailored silhouettes for both men and women. As we come back together, I wanted to share it in an intimate environment within the iconic beauty of The Museum of Modern Art in New York City,” said Ralph Lauren. With current events in mind, Lauren aimed to create hopefulness through collaboration and creativity. “When I decided months ago to share my Fall/Winter 2022 Collection in this intimate experience, there was no war in Ukraine. The tragedy and devastation we are witnessing now was unthinkable.” He continued, “So, amid this sadness, we go forward united in our hope for peace, and our hope for the end of this pandemic and a return to being together. I am so proud to be with you again sharing not only a collection, but an optimism for living that respects the dignity of all.” Throughout the show, models donned looks in a palette of black and white, punctuated by pops of red inspired by romance. The women’s collection features options that can be worn from day to night, including elevated sportswear and classic suits with menswear-inspired patterns like pinstripes and tartan plaids paired with feminine tops, creating the juxtaposition for which the brand is so well known. The evening wear looks include cocktail and formal dresses with beading, sequin, and lace detailing—all elegant and sophisticated. During the presentation, the Collection was enhanced with accessories like The Welington Handbags, which debuted on the runway with new seasonal styles like the Doctor Bag as well as the Deco Frame Bag in both velvet and calfskin. Art Deco jewelry and spectacular footwear—from feminine pumps to sandals—were also seen throughout. Men’s Purple Label echoed the feel of the Collection, grounded in black and white dressing with glen plaids and pinstripes. Preparing for the cold weather, the menswear line also debuted new knitwear and outerwear, including Nordic sweaters, a shearling Polo coat, and a red wool Cavalry Riding Coat. u
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Clockwise from top left: Gigi Hadid in the FW22 Collection’s black jersey jumpsuit and black satin and crystal pumps; an ivory silk double breasted suit jacket, white poplin shirt, black barathea trousers, black satin bow tie, and velvet dress shoes from the men’s Purple Label FW22 Collection; a tartan jacket, white broadcloth shirt, silk bow tie, black leather boots, and Ricky clutch from the FW22 Collection; Gigi Hadid in the FW22 Collection’s black and cream merino-silk long sleeve v-neck sweater, black wool garbardine pants, black alligator deco plaque belt, Ricky 40 handbag, and black and white leather pumps; a black cashmere long sleeve turtleneck sweater with ski bear, black wool tuxedo jacket, relaxed bootcut denim, dark brown leather belt, Welington shoulder bag, and black and red leather boots from the FW22 Collection; Lilly Collins in a Ralph Lauren Collection double breasted tuxedo jacket, tuxedo shirt, tuxedo trouser, and black satin bow tie. Opposite page, counterclockwise from top right: A red silk top, black satin skirt, antique brass and crystal multi gem bracelet, brass and crystal chandelier earrings, and black velvet sandals from the FW22 Collection; Antoni Porowski in Polo Ralph Lauren navy pinstripe double breasted suit and navy turtleneck; the event space was decorated with Ralph Lauren’s iconic home line; Janelle Monáe dressed in a Ralph Lauren Collection velvet robe coat, tuxedo shirt, tuxedo trouser and bow tie; Luka Sabbat (in a Double RL tuxedo jacket, chambray shirt and black denim) with Angus Cloud (in a Ralph Lauren Purple Label houndstooth suit, black turtleneck, Polo Ralph Lauren windbreaker, and Polo Bear beanie).
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In support of the Elton John AIDS foundation, The Caring Foundation hosted an intimate evening at Annabel’s in May. The event featured a glamorous auction, a performance by Sir Elton John that included top hits like “Tiny Dancer,” and a late-night DJ set by Fat Tony, raising $2.3 million for the organization’s life-saving work to end AIDS. “The world is still battling two pandemics with COVID-19 and AIDS in addition to hostility and injustices facing the LGBTQ+ community. This event comes at a time when it’s crucial for us to come together for the global community affected by HIV,” said Elton John. “I am so grateful for every donor who continues to support our work across the globe in the fight to end AIDS.”
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In late May, The High Line—a nonprofit organization that oversees the public programming, maintenance, and operations for the New York City park—celebrated its annual Spring Party honoring Bronson Van Wyck, Debra and Anson M. Beard, Jr., and Gillian Steel. Bronson van Wyck and his firm set the mood for the evening with designs guided by the theme of Westside Cowboy Story. A cocktail hour on the High Line, which was lined with bales of hay and barrels with symbolic red flags, kicked off the evening. Just below, lanterns guided guests to Chelsea Industrial, where cowboys and cowgirls greeted them from a wagon. The main event took place between the dining room and saloon, where partygoers discovered a live horse, blackjack, a mechanical bull, a water buffalo and rope installation, and more.
1. Bronson van Wyck, Celerie Kemble, and Zachry Weiss 2. Mimi van Wyck 3. Aly Weisman and Nell Diamond 4. Mayor Eric Adams and guests 5. Constanza Valenzuela 6. Naeem Delbridge and Christina Cochran 7. Siddharth Pop Kasliwal, Jana Pasquel De Shapiro, and Adam Shapiro 8. DJ booth 9. Chuck Schumer 10. Inside The High Line Spring Party
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To celebrate the reopening of its location on Worth Avenue and an impressive redesign, Salvatore Ferragamo hosted an end-of-season soirée in a private villa at The Colony Hotel for more than 80 guests, which included aperitivo and cocktails on the terrace with music by Angel + Dren. The alfresco evening marked the finale of an experience that took place throughout the day on the island. The morning, a group of friends visited the new boutique for a Florentine curated breakfast, showcasing the latest arrivals from the collection. Ferragamo-branded Mokes then transported guests to notable landmarks and a private yacht for an afternoon sail and luncheon on deck.
1. Coco Bassey, Paola Alberdi, Stephanie Hill, and Jenny Lopez 2. Lauren Layne Merck, Chloe Lazard and Sue Jin Seth 3. Angel + Dren 4. Brittany Xavier, Paola Alberdi, and Jenny Lopez 5. Tamu Mcpherson and Brittany Xavier 6. Venus Williams and Tamu McPherson 7. Bettina Anderson 8. Cocktails alfresco 9. Allegra Fanjul Garcia-Velez 10. River Viiperi and Racquel Natasha
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Last month, the Frick Collection hosted its annual Spring Garden Party for 500 guests. For the first time, the event was held at Frick Madison, the museum’s temporary home at the former site of the Met Breuer. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres were served in the lower garden area of the museum, accompanied by music from jazz quartet The Flail. Art galleries were open for viewing, with the Frick’s masterpieces—ranging from the Renaissance to the early 20th century—on display for guests.
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After a two-year hiatus, Save Venice’s black-tie masquerade ball returned to New York City. The event, sponsored by BVLGARI, Oscar de la Renta, and Select Aperitivo, was held at Cipriani South Street. Bronson Van Wyck designed the interiors to match this year’s theme: Enchantment by the Sea. The evening raised funds to support the organization’s mission to preserve the artistic heritage of Venice.
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Last month, partygoers traveled to France to attend the Royal Versailles Ball, which was held just outside of Paris at the historical Palace of Versailles on May 21st. Each year, the event toasts the state visit between Queen Victoria and Napoleon III in 1855. The event included dinner, dancing, and a live auction, and raised money for UNICEF, Street Child, and LEWA Wildlife Conservancy.
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Over Memorial Day Weekend, the Surf Lodge kicked off its annual Summer Concert Series with performances by The Knocks and Aluna of AlunaGeorge on Friday and Saturday, respectively. The series culminated with a surprise performance by Questlove on Sunday, presented by Zegna to celebrate its summer pop-up. The brand flew VIP guests to the Hamptons via Blade for an intimate dinner after the concert. Guests that weekend included Liev Schreiber, Teddy Quinlivan, Chloe Flower, and Cynthia Rowley, among others. ◆
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> Maja DuBrul: 325 E. Hopkins Ave., Aspen, Colo.,
> Dolce & Gabbana: 212.249.4100 or
970.920.1133.
dolceandgabbana.com.
> Manolo Blahnik: 212.582.3007 or
> EF Collection: efcollection.com. > Elie Saab: eliesaab.com.
N > Neiman Marcus: 888.888.4757
emiliopucci.com.
or neimanmarcus.com. > Nouvel Heritage: nouvelheritage.com.
> Fabergé: 579 5th Ave., 646.559.8848.
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> Fendi: 598 Madison Ave. or fendi.com.
> Orlebar Brown: At The Royal Poinciana Plaza in Palm
> GANT: 646.367.5416 or us.gant.com. > Gauhar Jewelry: gauharjewelry.com.
Beach (561.328.3204) or orlebarbrown.com. > Oscar de la Renta: 888.782.6357 or oscardelarenta.com.
> Ghurka: 831 Madison Ave. or ghurka.com.
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> Gianvito Rossi: gianvitorossi.com.
> P. Johnson: pjt.com.
> Giorgio Armani: 877.361.1176 or armani.com.
> Patek Philippe: At Wempe New York or patek.com.
> Gucci: 877.482.2430 or gucci.com.
> Aerin: aerin.com.
> Moncler: moncler.com.
> Emilio Pucci: 212.901.5004 or
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> Michael Kors: 800.908.1157 or michaelkors.com.
> Elizabeth Gage: elizabeth-gage.com.
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manoloblahnik.com.
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> Akris: 835 Madison Ave. or akris.ch.
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> A La Vieille Russie: alvr.com.
> H. Stern: hstern.net.
> Riedel: riedelusa.net.
> Alexandra Mor: alexandramor.com.
> Harry Winston: harrywinston.com.
> Rizzoli: 1133 Broadway or rizzoliusa.com.
> Asprey: asprey.com.
> Hermès: 800.441.4488 or hermes.com.
> Roberto Coin: At Neiman Marcus or Roberto Coin,
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> Ippolita: ippolita.com.
> Bergdorf Goodman: bergdorfgoodman.com.
> Irene Neuwirth: At Jeffrey New York,
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> Betteridge: betteridge.com.
212.206.1272.
> Saint Laurent Paris: 212.980.2970 or ysl.com.
> Bloomingdale’s: 800.777.0000 or
> Ralph Lauren: 888.475.7674 or ralphlauren.com.
800.853.5958 and us.robertocoin.com. > Rolex: 800.36.ROLEX or rolex.com.
> Saks Fifth Avenue: 877.551.SAKS or
bloomingdales.com.
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> Bottega Veneta: 212.371.5511 or
> J.McLaughlin: 844.532.5625 or jmclaughlin.com.
> Salvatore Ferragamo: ferragamo.com.
bottegaveneta.com.
> J. Mendel: 212.832.5830 or jmendel.com.
> Stella McCartney: stellamccartney.com.
> Brunello Cucinelli: brunellocucinelli.com.
> Jimmy Choo: 877.955.2466 or jimmychoo.com.
> Stuart Weitzman: 212.823.9560 or
> Bulgari: bulgari.com.
> John Varvatos: johnvarvatos.com.
stuartweitzman.com.
> Burberry: 877.217.4085 or
> Judith Leiber: judithleiber.com.
burberry.com.
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> Carolina Herrera: 212.249.6552 or
saksfifthavenue.com.
T > Tibi: 888.420.3334 or tibi.com. > Tom Ford: 212.359.0300 or tomford.com. > Tory Burch: toryburch.com.
carolinaherrera.com.
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> Cartier: 800-227-8437 or cartier.us.
> L’Objet: 370 Bleecker St., 212.659.0316, or
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> Chanel: 800.550.0005 or chanel.com.
l-objet.com.
> Valentino: 212.772.6969 or valentino.com.
> Chopard: 212.223.2304 or us.chopard.com.
> La Perla: laperla.com.
> Van Cleef & Arpels: vancleefarpels.com.
> Lightbox: lightboxjewelry.com.
> Verdura: 745 Fifth Ave. or verdura.com.
> Linda Horn: 1327 Madison Ave. or lindahorn.com.
> Veronica Beard: 988 Madison Ave., 646.930.4746,
> David Yurman: 888.398.7626 or davidyurman.com.
> Loro Piana: At Bergdorf Goodman.
or veronicabeard.com.
> Dennis Basso: 825 Madison Ave., 212.794.4500.
> Louis Vuitton: 866.VUITTON or vuitton.com.
> Vhernier: vhernier.com.
> Dior: 212.931.2950 or dior.com.
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> M. Dumas & Sons: 843.723.8603.
> Wempe: 212.397.9000 or wempe.com.
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