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Managing Editor Brooke Murray and her husband Patrick on Teeth of the Dog at Casa de Campo; Orin Lehman and his wife, Wendy Vanderbilt Lehman, with daughters Sage, Brooke, and Susan in Altos de Chavón at Casa de Campo, 1990; ice skaters enjoy Wollman Rink; Ocean House at Christmastime; Quest’s December 2010 cover featuring The Rockettes; Introduced in the 1860s, cast-iron street clocks once proliferated on the sidewalks of Fifth Avenue; Morning Joe’s maligned co-hosts Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough.

a year that moved with warp speed, yet also with clear purpose! Yes, the pendulum has swung, and our more normal Nation will be the better for it; so too our fractious World. Whether it was a vote to regain our moral framework, or simply a regression to the mean, our society stands more stable and grounded today - having stared down our tarnished vulnerabilities with typical American resiliency. More surprising to this wizened and ink-drenched publisher was the ferocious outcry for the end of the mainstream media - most especially for the sanctimonious pygmies who have dominated the cable channels and opinion pages for far too long. Doubtful it will silence these smug, self-satisfied talking heads, but their decimated ratings and declining readerships cannot be tolerated for long by their already teetering ownerships. Believe me, dear readers, when the media pendulum swings ... it’s more like a guillotine than a metronome.

Leaving for a moment the aforementioned turmoil of “cabbages and kings”, it’s December and all at Quest couldn’t be merrier nor more appreciative. Our crackerjack Managing Editor, Brooke Kelly Murray (married to a fine Yalie footballer) assembled a terrific group of attractive couples who live (actively!) in Millbrook’s verdant valley, for an early Christmas outing that included horses, children, dogs, vittles and grog. Not surprisingly, this country life expedition graciously embraced Millbrook’s authentic community of land stewards, all of whom are passionately dedicated to protecting the property on which they ride, hunt, shoot and live. Doubling down on her editorial duties, Brooke also made a pilgrimage to the Dominican Republic where she reverently observed (and helped to celebrate!) the 50th Anniversary of the Caribbean’s leading resort, Casa de Campo, which has become the cherished home-away-from-home for internationalists, sports enthusiasts and gourmands alike. Completing a journalistic trifecta, Brooke - bolstered by the design brilliance of Creative Director, Tykischa Jacobs - sourced and selected our Annual Holiday Gift Guide, which overflows with opulence and mirth. Editorial Director Elizabeth Meigher penned this month’s Snapshot end-page, with an admiring tribute to Central Park’s legendary Wollman Rink, where skaters are lacing them up as I write. And don’t miss Taki’s trenchant

column on pages 80 - 81, where gleefully derides the “Defeat of the Elite” and their “peddling of dangerous and deluded nonsense”; it’s the little Greek boy at his best.

As we enter the Christmas season, let’s be thankful for the reappearance of apolitical competence - into our lives, and into our Country’s. We’ve begun to expose the flaws of self-righteous equity, and the unwarranted rewriting of our noble history. We discovered that editorial endorsements from fatuous news outlets no longer count for much; neither does the arrogant advocacy of Hollywood types and media moles. And we learned that talking down to the public with blind self assurance creates dissonance with the instincts of our patriotic countrymen. A few days before the election, our standing Vice President referred to her opponent as “an outlier” who did not truly represent America; “that’s not who we are”, she uttered with derision. Turns out, dear readers, that’s very much who we are. May the New Year bring “Peace on Earth to Women and Men of goodwill”, and may we continue to recoup our fundamental decencies ... and champion the American way. ◆

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WELL, HERE WE ARE, another year over; boy, that was quick. Two more weeks getting the last of the fundraisers on the calendar, and then two weeks of celebrations, traveling, parties and Happy New Year!

Meanwhile, if you’re still doing some last minute shopping for friends,

family and the one(s) you love, my friend Katherine Bryan has just published a book about houses she’s owned – 10!!! of them – over the years both here in New York as well as in Palm Beach. Titled Great Inspiration: My Adventures in Decorating with Notable Interior Designers. She wrote it with the assistance

of Mitchell Owens , I’m not an especial reader of such, but I must admit that just opening it, I was mesmerized. Because they are all beautiful and comfortable and you can see clearly what she likes – as they touch every residence with her choices and the story. They are all fascinating, beautiful and impressively

comfortable, and in some cases, grand. One that especially caught my eye was a mansion on East 96th Street just off Fifth Avenue designed and built by Ogden Codman, Jr ., a classical French mansion, for a divorcee Lucy Drexel Dahlgren . Twenty-six rooms, four floors. Codman had designed and

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built a house for himself as well as two other houses on the block. Her decorator was Mark Hampton who was surprised by her choice because it was what today would be called very formal. Their two young sons loved it, however, because it was so big, they could hide in one of the rooms and she “didn’t always know where they were.”

I remembered the house because it was directly across the street from where I was living with two classmates from college, and it looked like nobody lived there, as if it had been abandoned. I

wasn’t surprised – but fascinated by its history. No one lived there for very long and even its different owners barely ever lived there. The longest resident was Pierre Cartier , the French jeweler and his family, but they moved on also.

Nevertheless the photographs of her decor were impressive as are mansions that look and seem like palaces. She and her husband lived there for four years and he later

ran off with Anna Wintour whom he eventually married (and were later divorced).

Art: My friend, artist Peter Heywood had a smashingly successful exhibition of his paintings, From New York to Noto, in Sicily this past month. The exhibition was organized and curated by the novelist Maria Giovanna Mirano . It was the most visited exhibition in Noto with an average of

80 visitors per day. Some of the paintings had abstract subjects, other figurative ones told the artistic story of the author.

Interestingly, among the most appreciated paintings were those dedicated to New York. Noto, as you may know, and the entire “Val di Noto” is a very popular destination for Italian and international VIPs, including Madonna , George Clooney , Dolce & Gabbana , Mike Jagger , Whoopi Goldberg . The mayor of Noto, Corrado Figura , and the entire administration, were honored to host Peter’s beautiful exhibi -

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tion in the prestigious Sala Gagliardi, and thanked him for choosing the city of Noto for his latest exhibition. Peter, who mainly lives here in New York with his companion Shirley Rosenthal , also has a vast olive orchard there, and the trees produce what are considered some of the best olive oil in the world!

Meanwhile, catching up on what’s recently been happening in New York. November 3rd was the 53rd annual New York Marathon, which took runners 26.2 miles through all five boroughs beginning on Staten Island and ending in Central Park.

The first year the run

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was entirely in Central Park and was organized by the New York Road Runners, and sponsored by Lew and Jack Rudin , with the trophy named for their father Samuel Rudin who happened to be a devoted marathoner.

It was held on September 17, 1970. The entry fee was $1 and there were 127 registered runners and 55 finishers. I happened to attend it (as a spectator) because Lew’s daughter Beth Rudin DeWoody is an old friend.

Both brothers lived long enough to see it grow and become a major annual event, although in the few years that they have been gone, it has turned into the most important Marathon on the planet. This year’s marathon had more than 50,000 participating and measured

26.2 miles through five burrows, beginning on Staten Island and ending at Central Park.

The average finishing time for the men last year

was 5 hours and 4.06 minutes, and for the women last year was 8 hours and 50.40 minutes.

Last year the oldest finisher was Alan Patricof , who was 88!! Learning that, I was of course reminded of often seeing him at Michael’s restaurant. I had no idea of his age but I would have guessed maybe late 50s or not much more than early 60s.

The initial entry fee back then was $1. Yes. Today the marathon is a major fundraiser. For example, runners who are running through a Boston Children’s Hospital entry must commit to raising at

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least $4,500. That would really have impressed the Rudin Brothers as well as their father that their original “contribution” would bring about a goldmine for good works for children, and many others.

This marathon is a perfect example at this day and age of what we are capable of, versus a lot of many other matters hardly worth mentioning.

Books; or what you’re reading to your children, or they are by now reading also: Peter Brown with Gretchen Kimball hosted a book party at his home on Central Park West for their good friend Paige Peterson and The Secret

Garden.

This is Paige’s 5th book. The first was created with Christopher Cerf , which Paige co-authored and illustrated: Blackie, The Horse Who Stood Still Then there was In Growing up Belvedere-Tiburon , a memoir of her simple childhood in Marin County. Gretchen also happens to be a lifelong neighbor of Paige’s and very supportive of her work.

the wild, natural beauty of our shared childhoods, when we got on our bikes after breakfast and didn’t come home till dinner, covered in blackberry juice and dirt, scatches and bliss.”

And now, in the past three years, she and Jesse Kornbluth produced an abridged and illustrated A Christmas Carol , Black Beauty and now The Secret Garden – the last of a trilogy.

The original of Burnett’s turns out to be a favorite of many generations. Readers remember the characters as if they were old friends: Mary , the frightened orphan sent from India to an ancient mansion in the English moors; Dickon , who can talk to the birds and make plants grow anywhere; and Colin , the physically challenged boy who’s spent his childhood in his bed.

Anne Lamott , also a neighbor from Marin, put it succinctly – “I love Paige’s books. She captures

The Secret Garden has an interesting history. It was originally written by Frances Hodgson Burnett as a novel for adults.

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cade-long mourning and literally bumps into his son.

First published in England in 1911, it was a break with traditional story-telling that Colin’s ascent from his sickbed is engineered by an equally sad but very determined 10-year-old girl.

It was a huge success because the story is so straightforward; the characters are motivated by such simple desires and a very happy ending arrives exactly on schedule.

The novel was immediately popular and sold briskly but it was not considered English children’s literature – with elements too thorny for that time –

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the girl is the leader, the rich male landowner is depressed and often absent. And both Mary and Colin are wounded children who don’t make readers want to hug them.

The original novel is 80,000 words. This new version is also a classic that in children’s fiction delivers a vivid action plot and no loose ends; a classic that deserves to remain a classic for a new generation.

Meanwhile back to the social character. There are very many examples of what’s possible for the good. For example,

the World Monuments Fund held its annual Hadrian Gala and brought together hundreds of leaders across the world of philanthropy, art, fashion, and business.

Held for the first time at The New York Public Library’s Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, this year’s honorees were architect Peter Marino and art historian Dr. Marilyn Perry

This year’s gala raised a record of $2.1 million, which will directly benefit World Monuments Fund’s mission to safe -

guard cultural heritage sites around the world. The Venetian-inspired evening included performances by acclaimed opera singer Anthony Roth Costanzo and members of the Opera Philadelphia Orchestra, and a dinner menu designed in collaboration with chef Daniel Boulud , along with a live auction led by Christie’s.

On another Tuesday evening in New York, Carnegie Hall celebrated the start of its 2024–2025 season with an Opening Night Gala concert, featuring the Los Angeles Philharmonic conducted by Gustavo Dudamel Acclaimed pianist and

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Perspectives artist for this season, Lang Lang performed Rachmaninoff ’s Piano Concerto No. 2 on a program that also included Ginastera ’s complete ballet music to Estancia featuring baritone Gustavo Castillo . This concert kicked off three consecutive nights of performances by Dudamel and the orchestra, and also launched Carnegie Hall’s season-long Nuestros sonidos festival, celebrating Latin culture in the U.S.

Upon arrival, guests were invited to walk the red carpet to attend a festive cocktail reception in Carnegie Hall’s Rose

Museum and Rohatyn Room. Immediately following the performance, the black-tie evening continued at Cipriani 42nd Street where 600 guests gathered for an elegant dinner.

Meanwhile, back here in ole Manhattan, Vanessa Noel and her Noel Shoe Museum held its highly anticipated annual gala at St. Bartholomew’s Church. The objective, as Vanessa’s master objective is: “We celebrate footwear not just as fashion, but as a reflec -

tion of our creativity and culture.”

Interesting thought when I first heard about it, but Vanessa has pointed out that Shoes in our lifetimes (the past century) are taken for granted to the point of being forgotten as also historic.

It all came together coincidentally for me when I was reading something about Louis XIV from the 17th century, the longest living King of France (he was a child when he inherited the throne).

King Louis was also, especially in his youth, a very small boy. He was also well aware of his power and had natural understanding of it. In other words, he was The Boss.

He was naturally what we would call “short.” And this was especially obvious to him when he was still a child. A shoe with a higher heel changed all that noticeably, and before they knew it all the men (who were even taller … and could afford it) also wore the higher heel and it lasted for well more than a century by which time Louis had passed on, and it lost its “proper” appeal.

Vanessa, who also sells

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shoes in her East Side boutique is one of those women who has a sharp eye for fashion which ultimately inspired her. Height is always our objective when it comes to our feet and it means more than that at different times in our ongoing history, even in one lifetime.

I’m reminded of how back in the 1960s, Gucci came out with a loafer for men that was a softer leather and featured a bronze metal clip, and was considered very expensive ($41.) The female version, which was referred to officially as a “walking shoe,” was even more expensive

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($45) – which every young woman had to have (and did). When I got my first pair of the men’s, coincidentally that winter I went to Palm Beach for the first time, and what amazed me was every man in Palm Beach (adults, that is) were wearing them All The Time- morning, noon and night. Proving that even the kid, King Louis, always knew what he was doing.

At Vanessa’s first fundraising dinner, attendees were wearing their best

dancing shoes, and enjoying a night of cocktails, bingo games, dinner, and of course, dancing to live music by The Alex Donner Orchestra . Their support goes towards the museum’s mission to celebrate the art and history of footwear. Meanwhile, back on the street, the BIG news of course is about Donald Trump winning his second term of the Presidency. I don’t write about politics because everyone has his or her point of view on the

subject and I deeply respect that right.

However, I’ve been watching Donald Trump’s life and career and interests as a matter of habit for just about as long as he’s been operating. Which goes back several decades now. We are of the same generation – although I’ve got a few years on him.

I’ve been reading about him since he launched himself in the real estate business back in the '70s. He got himself established as a public figure in those columns that I had been reading since I was a kid growing up in Massachusetts. My father, who was a

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native, got the the NY Daily News and the NY Daily Mirror everyday and Donald was already out there in the world of tycoons and celebrity as well as his name in their columns with gorgeous movie stars at his side (or at least in the same room).

I still don’t know him personally although over the decades that I’ve been around this town, I’ve got to know Ivana personally, and also Melania , as well as sharing a close friend with the President, Nikki Haskell

Nikki has known the President since the 1970s and the nightlife in New York like Studio 54! She

and he have been close friends all those years to this day. Both are two people who have long friendships. And both move around all the time to this day.

Nikki right now is online giving advice to us youngsters, on how to keep your head on your shoulders and keep yourself moving along. She ought to know. Interestingly, her largest group of visitors on the web are women between the ages of 19 and 28 who want to know how and what (and Nikki al -

ways explains Why).

Considering both Nikki and the President, they are people who live their lives every day, probably every moment that they’re not sleeping.

Because I’ve been watching the career and life of the man for several decades (like millions of others of us who’ve been on the planet at the same time). And because of my relationship with those with whom he has very close relationships, it’s like hearing about your best friend’s neighbor or broth -

er-in-law: they’re real people and very much respected and likeable.

One thing I do know from first hand experience about him- a minor but not small matter-is decades ago I had a friend, a woman journalist who had a small apartment in a residential hotel on Park Avenue which Donald had bought to renovate. The matter required that all current residents of the hotel had to vacate because it was going to be a total renovation. I’d heard about this through my friend who was just recently afflicted with cancer that required heavy surgery. She was in no shape to move

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Her life was in a complete panic. Finally in her desperation, she called her new landlord Mister Trump and told him about her terrible health predicament and lack of the health and wherewithal.

where one of the residents was that of Ivanka Trump , daughter of Donald and Ivana

My friend did not survive her terrible disease, although she lived out her final times comfortably as possible in her apartment – no doubt rent free – that Donald owned.

His immediate response was to tell her to “stay right where you are, and don’t ever worry about it.”

The renovation was enormous and today it is a very successful Park Avenue residential building

As I was recounting the story of my friend’s terrible dilemma, Karen as matter of order, finished the story before I got to it. She recalled it from long ago, and said matter-of-factly, “Donald does a lot things for a lot of people, very privately, looking after their needs or troubles, aside from the other issues in our daily lives.” Amen. ◆

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photographer’s backdrop, as if fellow diners and I are waiting for our portraits to be taken. This backdrop effect is made all the more apparent when my friend, the designer Vivienne Tam, enters the room. She is a burst of color, wearing a jade-green satin, short-sleeved shirt with a flowy sheathe and graduated jade balls that form a Chinese animal-head-like design; relaxed jeans that are rolled just above the ankle; Chinese-red leather pumps; and an overs summer Sunday morning, and I am sitting in the serenely restrained and minimalist dining room at Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s latest Manhattan venture, Per-

ry St. The restaurant is bathed in neutral colors, predominated by a calm, bone-colored white. The smoked-oak finish es on the slight off-white leath er banquettes and the Thomas Juul-Hansen slate carpet with modernist abstract forms are the only touches of color in the place (if, that is, one counts smoked oak and slate as “col ors”). Craft-paper lampshades and sheer white Trevira win dow treatments round out the neutral palette. The blanched setting makes me think of a photographer’s backdrop, as if fellow diners and I are waiting for our portraits to be taken. This backdrop effect is made all the more apparent when my

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Noel Pittman, Javier Burkle and Jacquelin Sewell

Claire Emanuelson, Chad Dorsey, Jan Showers and Shelby Wagner

Beautifully Reimagined “Pelican Straits”

550 ISLAND DRIVE, PALM BEACH, FLORIDA

$24,900,000

DAVID PATRICK COLUMBIA

FRIENDS OF THE UPPER EAST SIDE HISTORIC DISTRICTS’ DINNER IN NEW YORK

TEACHING MATTERS’ CHAMPIONS OF EDUCATION LUNCHEON IN NEW YORK

Christina Davis and Bill Haas

Roberta Houghton, Nancy Hoppin and Ildiko Buckler

Kevin and Alice Concagh

Kerri Bartlett, Richard Bartlett

Ambia Harper, Richard Gould, Jennifer Van Beek and Olivia Howard

Patricia Sullivan and Bambi Putman

Rebecca Rutherford, Alice Reiter and Hallie Lynch

Betty Sue Flowers Philip Howard

Olga Votis and Nick Rohatyn

Carole Delouvrier

Verdun Perry and Amanda Ross Bacon

Alex Parrish and Catherine Bedford

Kate Doerge and Vanessa Halpert

Alison Ross Green and Katherine Ross

Ariadne Calvo-Platero and Bettina Zilkha

Francesca Del Balzo and Lynette Guastaferro

DAVID PATRICK COLUMBIA

CONTEMPORARY AUSTIN’S ART DINNER IN TEXAS

Kristen Nielson, Ginger Freeman and Grace Garcia

JK Baxter and Farah Reed

Elizabeth Reaser, Natalie Krinsky, Megan Ferguson and Bettina Barrow

Michael Landrum and Molly Middleton

Scott and Janelle Brown

Sarah Kitchen and Kelly Frye

Lauren Moorman, Lydia Fenet and Fredericka Middleton

Khaki Wennstrom and Kristin Gish

Leigh Chiu with Teresa and Kendle Windham

DAVID PATRICK COLUMBIA

FEED FOUNDATION’S COCKTAIL RECEPTION AT FINDLAY GALLERY IN NEW YORK

Stephanie and Fred Clark

Polly Onet and Charles Urstadt

Sharon Bush and Couri Hay

Lauren Bush Lauren and James Borynack

Audrey Susanin and Darlyn Heckman

Leesa Rowland and Larry Wohl

Missy Condie and Melissa Fisher

David Lauren and Alex Glantz

William Featherby and Geoffrey Bradfield

DAVID PATRICK COLUMBIA

HOPE FOR DEPRESSION RESEARCH FOUNDATION’S LUNCHEON IN NEW YORK

Hilary Geary Ross and Muffie Potter Aston

Mary Snow and Amanda Taylor

Eleanora Kennedy and Sarah Wetenhall

Audrey Gruss and Mariska Hargitay

Melissa Breitbart and Stacey Pashcow

Sofia, Jim and Lila Remez

Deborah Norville

Elizabeth Meigher

Louisa Benton and Hank Siegel

Karen Klopp and Kristen Maltese Krusen

The 6 4 thInternational Red Cross Ball to

be Hosted by Charles and Amanda Schumacher

On Friday, January 10, 2025, The Breakers Palm Beach will host one of the most anticipated events of the social season — the 64th International Red Cross Ball. Charles and Amanda Schumacher will serve as gracious hosts for this extraordinary evening, marking their third consecutive year at the helm of this prestigious event.

The International Red Cross Ball brings together ambassadors, dignitaries and philanthropists from across the globe to celebrate the impact of giving back to those in need. In this spirit, the Ball will pay special tribute to Bonnie McElveen Hunter, the evening’s keynote speaker. As the Chairman of the Board of Governors of the American Red Cross for the past twenty years, Bonnie’s unparalleled leadership and vision have transformed the organization, empowering it to deliver lifesaving help and hope to those aﬀected by disasters worldwide.

Amanda Schumacher, a dedicated advocate for humanitarian causes, continues to inspire through her unwavering commitment to philanthropy. Her work with the American Red Cross, Tree of Life Foundation International, and other global initiatives reﬂects her commitment to addressing critical issues such as disaster relief, homelessness, addiction recovery, military family support and human rights advocacy. Locally, her transformative eﬀorts are seen in the founding of the Tree of Life Center in Palm

Beach County, which oﬀers housing and support to individuals overcoming addiction and homelessness, empowering them to rebuild their lives.

“As hosts of the International Red Cross Ball for the third year, my husband Charles and I are deeply honored to support the Red Cross, an organization that stands at the forefront of humanitarian aid,” said Amanda Schumacher. “We are inspired by its mission to bring relief and hope to those in need and remain committed to making a lasting impact in our community.”

The International Red Cross Ball, a cornerstone of Palm Beach’s social calendar, serves as a vital fundraiser for Red Cross disaster relief efforts. These funds enable the organization to provide emergency shelter, warm meals, assistance and recovery services to individuals and communities affected by disasters— whether large-scale events like hurricanes and wildfires or personal tragedies such as home fires.

As the frequency and intensity of disasters continue to rise, the support raised through this event ensures the Red Cross is ready to respond whenever and wherever disaster strikes.

For information about sponsorships or tickets for the 6 4 th International Red Cross Ball, kindly contact Meredith da Silva at (954) 649-0655 or email SouthFloridaRSVP@redcross.org.

DAVID PATRICK COLUMBIA

SOCIETY OF MEMORIAL SLOAN KETTERING’S FALL PARTY IN NEW YORK

Betsy Pepe, Stephanie Stamas

Kristen Durkin and Stephanie Kearney

Marcella Hymowitz and Rebecca Hessel Cohen

Sevda Kleinman, Christina Bryan and Alyssa Fanelli Varadhan

Lara Meiland-Shaw, Melissa Crandall, Laura Isenberg and Annie Taube

Jennifer Oken and Martha Sharp

Trisha Gregory and Madeline O’Malley

Muffie Potter Aston and Craig Gibson

Rob and Lesley Vecsler

Claudia Overstrom and Freya Drohan

DAVID PATRICK COLUMBIA

Lionel Larner and Katharine Rayner

Georgette Bennett

Tony Marx and Spike Lee

Gay Talese and Jon Meacham

Merryl Tisch and Ben Vereen

Lise Evans and Connor Schell

Anna-Kynthia Bousdoukou

Beth Kojima, Margaret Keith Smythe Meacham and Perri Peltz

Abby Milstein

DAVID PATRICK COLUMBIA

Dawn Israel, Louisa Winthrop and Angela Chambers

YWCA GREENWICH’S FALL PARTY

Shirleen Allicot

Min Pang and Arthur Smith

Jane Batkin, Eric and Natalie Stein

Connie Anne Harris, Amy Andrews and Cindy Leaman

Stephanie Kruse, Brian O’Connor, Mary Lee Kiernan and Lauren Walsh

Marian and Andrew Jacobson

Toland Sherriff

Brian O’Connor

Lucas Magnum, Cecilia Lieberman and Courtney Petti

DESIGNER CHAT

WITH QUEST @ HOME EDITOR JAYNE CHASE

CANADIAN BORN Scott Yetman admits he was an interior designer before he even went to design school, though earning his formal qualification was the best decision he ever made. Now, 25 years later, Scott has expanded his business, SYD Bespoke Interiors, into a thriving enterprise with a talented team and a portfolio of award-winning design projects worldwide. SYD Bespoke Interiors is a dream come true for Yetman, driven by his love for design. Recently, Quest @ Home had the pleasure of catching up with the charismatic designer to discuss his busy and well curated life.

Jayne Chase: If you weren’t an interior designer, what career path would you have chosen do you think? It’s fun to think about “what if”!

Scott Yetman: Thinking about it, I probably would be the director of a fine hotel, or maybe a theatrical actor or a visual artist of some kind.

Jayne Chase: Who is your favorite author?

Scott Yetman: Irish novelist Colm Toibin.

Jayne Chase: What is your favorite type of food?

Scott Yetman: I’m a WASP so most definitely roast chicken.

Jayne Chase: Your favorite color?

Scott Yetman: Blue.

Jayne Chase: What is your favorite possession?

Scott Yetman: My passport. There is nothing that refreshes your mind and soul like traveling.

Jayne Chase: Do you have an idea of your perfect day? If so, what would it look like?

Scott Yetman: I love being at my country house called Fox Hill with my husband and friends. I love to cook and entertain so we often have a house full of visitors. Nothing makes me happier.

Jayne Chase: Do you have a favorite interior designer?

Scott Yetman: I’m quite partial to Joseph Dirand, but I admire so many designers. It’s hard to pick one.

Jayne Chase: Do you have a favorite design project you have worked on; one that stands out as a memorable one?

Scott Yetman: In general, I love all my projects. I have such wonderful clients that it makes my job a pleasure. I recently finished a home in Palm Beach for a wonderful family who were well traveled and had a great art and antique collection. We really hit it off and the results are proof of that special relationship between designer and client.

Jayne Chase: How would you describe your design style?

Scott Yetman: I’d say I’m a modern classicist. I love both styles so sometimes I’m modern with a nod to classical and other times, classical with a nod to modern edge to keep it current.

Jayne Chase: What do you love about Palm Beach?

Scott Yetman: The beauty, the civility, the dedication to preservation and of course, the shopping!

Jayne Chase: What made you settle in Palm Beach, rather than Miami or other resort areas?

Scott Yetman: When I was young, I was an avid reader of Town & Country and any article on Palm Beach I found intriguing. I told myself I would have a place there one day and when my husband suggested we buy a home there in 2009, it took me only 2 days to find it! Since then, I have met wonderful clients, designed wonderful projects, and made many new friends.

DAVID PATRICK COLUMBIA

SMITHSONIAN ARCHIVES OF AMERICAN ART’S GALA IN NEW YORK

Karen Gray-Krehbiel and Ann Fitzsimons

Anne Helmreich and Annie Philbin

Katie Rine and Robert Spiller

Joey Terrill, Charlie Scheips and Anne Helmreich

George Merck and Richard Tuttle

Richard Gluckman, Tiffany Bell and Nonnie Frelinghuysen Kirk Ferguson and Eleanor Alcorn

Tamara Martucci and Karen Roswell

Thomas Danziger and Laura Whitman

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Large Molten Bangle Bracelets by Alexis Bittar. Photo: Courtesy of the artist.

DAVID PATRICK COLUMBIA

KING FLING AT THE SOCIETY OF THE FOUR ARTS IN PALM BEACH

Korinne Munson and Alexandra Rodriguez

Brooke and Robert Murphy

Elaine Learson and Elizabeth Rankin

Bobo McKenney, Ursula Gwynne, Patricia Duncan and Peggy Matthews

Peter and Connie Geisler with Robert Forbes

Bob Merrill and Dixieland Stompers

Patty Garvy with Lee and Jill Pollock

Susan and Marty McGuinn

John and Kristey Peck Ann and Steve Feiertag

DAVID PATRICK COLUMBIA

VANESSA NOEL SHOE MUSEUM’S GALA IN NEW YORK

Gabrielle Rolon

Candace Bushnell

Veronique Pittman and Nicole Miller

Jonathan Marder and Susan Gutfreund

Pamela Morgan, Vanessa Noel and Maribel Lieberman

Carolyn Maloney, Arthur Houghton and Roberta Sandeman

Christopher Page and Preston Davitt

Barbara de Portago

Guillaume Kientz and Jeanne Lawrence

DAVID PATRICK COLUMBIA

LILLY PULITZER'S 65TH ANNIVERSARY FASHION SHOW AT THE ANN NORTON SCULPTURE GARDENS IN WEST PALM

BEACH

Mary Aarons

Sara and Tom Griffen

Lilly Leidy

Jessie and Liza Pulitzer

Kristen Schonwald-Vila and Caroline Rafferty

Ben and Christina MacFarland

Katherine Lande and Shawn Waldron

Heather Adams Van Der Mije, Callie Baker Holt and Elizabeth Meigher

Ciara Sweeney

Lauren Layne Merck and George Merck

IT SEEMS LIKE

YESTERDAY

ATOP HIS FIFTH AVENUE Trump Tower in New York City, this photograph seems as fitting today as it was when it was taken 37 years go. Monarch of all he surveys…

When the photograph was taken for New York Magazine, the former and future President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, was a real estate mogul and TV personality on a lively show, The Apprentice, where the viewers waited each week for the star to narrow down the contestants one by one by repeatedly pointing and saying, “You’re Fired,” until only the winner was left standing.

Photographing our President-elect for the last 40+ years, he was always an amiable subject as he knows what is needed to take a good photograph that the viewer will stop and look at. On my first assignment, I remember riding with him in his limo as he talked on one of the first car phones. Other assignments over the years include the Wollman Ice Skating Rink celebration in Central Park; all three of his lovely wives; many of the children; his parents; his brother; the opening of the Taj Mahal with Michael Jackson and the architect Philip Johnson in tow… I could go on, and was actually thinking there would be quite a book in my archives.

The next four years will be an interesting time in America. Not only did President-elect Trump win the electoral college vote, he won the popular vote, and the Republicans won both the house and the senate. Congratulations to the next President of the United States. I leave the next four years to the experts, but in my heart of hearts I hope somehow there will be a way to heal the crack in the American dream. u

President-elect Donald J. Trump on the rooftop of Trump Tower in New York, 1987. Photographed by Harry Benson.

DEFEAT OF THE ELITE

THE GOOD NEWS is that the mendacious columnists at The New York Times have committed collective suicide. The bad news is that I just made this up. Portentous phonies like columnists at the Times are shameless, hence they do not commit Seppuku; what they do instead is sell repel -

lent ideologies to the fools who read their lies. The Times garbage was not alone in getting drubbed by the voters. MSNBC, CBS, NBC, CNN, and The Washington Post dishonestly covered the Donald, going all out to besmirch him, with The Washington Post describing a Trump rally as “one

that echoed a Nazi rally in 1939.”

Left-wing rags like The Atlantic served as de facto surrogates for the Kamala campaign. But once the votes had been cast and counted, the media continued to dig its grave with Trump animus. The so-called press did not rush to advertise the fact CBS

Clockwise from left: New York Times’ March 31, 2023 cover story; for The Atlantic October 2024 cover, illustrator Justin Metz portrayed Trump on a circus wagon on its omi nous approach to a defiled Capitol; Stephen Colbert.

that Trump had won the popular vote by almost 4 million, the last chance to cry foul about the will of the people being superseded by the Electoral College. Late-night celebrity ass-kissers like Stephen Colbert screamed in anguish over the results. Kamala had the support of brain-dead Hollywood types like no-longer-fat Oprah, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Jennifer Lopez and the ever so self satisfied George Clooney. Trump did not score any celebrities except for Hulk Hogan, but cops and firemen, farmers and mechanics, fathers and mothers gave

ing it was racism and misogyny that got the monster elected. He then said that Trump ran for president in order to make crooked deals while in the White House. His kind will never learn and will continue to insist that migrants contribute more than US citizens.

So, dear Quest readers, nothing changes the lefty media, not even the drubbing their party just received by the American people. Bums like Remnick and Clooney and Maddow never learn because they think they know better than anyone. They are obviously full of complexes, hence

him their vote. The media covered the Hollywood scum and Kamala, and forgot all about the normal people who could not put food on their tables because of inflation. The Democrats completely abandoned working-class people, talked down to them, told them they were racists and bigoted for not putting their pronouns in their bio. Men competed as women against normal women, and those of us who screamed against the unfairness of it were dubbed homophobes and Nazis.

I liked watching New Yorker editor David Remnick with his dyedblack hair and thick makeup, looking like one of those scary characters of German movies of the ’30s, announc-

long as the Times , the Remnicks, and the Hollywood types are taken seriously. A directive by a FEMA official to bypass Florida homes with pro-Trump signs on their lawns after the hurricanes was typical. But as we know, one can’t fool all the people all of the time. And there will be no contrition or soul-searching by the grim-faced media. The good news is they will remain grim-faced for the next four years, and I hope for eight years following that, with J.D. Vance at the helm.

The Soros millions, of course, went

they see themselves as more intelligent than everyone else. Now they are bewailing the stupidity of the masses for voting Trump into office. It is normal for inferior minds to do just that. We tend to call these buffoons elites because they call themselves elites. They are nothing of the kind.

People had simply had enough of progressive slogans such as “reduce crime by defunding the police” and “fight systemic racism by discriminating against white people.” The Democrats’ obsession with peddling dangerous and deluded nonsense— taxpayer-funded sex changes for prisoners—will not change immediately. This rancid twaddle will continue as

to waste. The Hungarian hustler did his best to discredit Trump but failed miserably. Still, I was disturbed to see that a large percent of the Jewish vote in America went to Kamala. These are the same people who feel morally superior from the rest of us on migration—“just please don’t put any of the migrants near our Martha’s Vineyard vacation homes.” What should Trump’s first priority be? I would start with the Deep State. Defeating and deflating it would be my first priority, then I would tell Netanyahu to stop the killing or else. But then I’m only a poor little Greek boy, not Donald Trump. u

For more Taki, visit takimag.com.

From left: David Remnick; New Yorker’s November 18, 2024 cover; The Washington Post’s May 31, 2024 cover; George Clooney.

TRIUMPH TO TRAGEDY: BOOK FOUR UNVEILED IN

NEW YORK CITY

THE DOUBLES CLUB, across from The Plaza Hotel on 5th Avenue, was an unlikely venue to discuss the history of Haiti on October 8th, let alone introduce a new book about it. But this was no ordinary venue and the book no ordinary piece of literature. Triumph To Tragedy Book Four

– The Clash of Pétion & Christophe by Daniel J.D. Bayard continues the intriguing saga of the little-known history of Haiti, and its precursor the colony of Saint Domingue on the Caribbean island of Hispaniola. Once the richest colony in the world, Haiti produced 60% of the world’s coffee, 50% of global sugar consumption, was the leading worldwide ex porter of cotton, indigo, and cacao, and its citizens enjoyed high per capita GDP. The reasons behind this obscure peri od of 18th-century history and why it has been kept under wraps for centuries were simple back then; it was difficult for slave-holding governments to admit the fact that the colony had a dark-skinned government, and its leader the Governor General, was a black man and former slave.

“This scenario was scandalous to colonialists like the British, French, and Spanish, as well as the southern planter class in the newly minted United States. How could they possibly promote the notion that blacks of African descent were inferior to whites, and in some cases inferior to livestock, to justify a reason to enslave them,” stated the author. “The situation was feared by the status quo of the time.”

Contrarily, some powerful people recognized and promoted diplomatic engagement with this black-led government, specifically John Adams, the second president of the United States. He and the colony’s ingenious leader, Toussaint Louverture, carved out lucrative trade agreements, enhanced diplomacy, and Toussaint guaranteed protection for over 1,000 U.S.-flagged merchant ships engaged in international trade with the island from pirates.

However, once elected, Jefferson reversed Adams’ proactive stance towards Haiti, put in place an embargo, and sided with southern planters who wanted to keep the slave trade intact.

“Had it not been for Adams’ loss to Jefferson in the 1800 presidential elections, I believe the United States would have freed the slaves far sooner than 1865, negating the need for a Civil

War and avoiding much of the racial strife of the early 20th century!” Bayard concluded.

Triumph To Tragedy charts this astonishing history beginning with Book One in 1791 through the newly released Book Four that ends in 1820. The beautiful book covers are works of art by Miami Haitian artist Carl Craig and the timeline of history is held accurate by New Jersey historian Jean-Bernard Bayard. The fictional stories are peppered with romance, intrigue, politics, spies, pirates, naval battles, and uprisings that keep the reader enthralled to these irresistible page-turners, told by the author whose ancestors are amongst the protagonists in the books as the Bayard family arrived on the island as early as 1710.

Available on Amazon, and fine bookstores everywhere, the author requests that book purchases be completed at TriumphToTragedy.com; proceeds from book sales will go to Angels For Humanity, a U.S.-based organization supporting the education of Haitian people. ◆

From left: The Triumph to Tragedy series; Daniel Bayard receiving 2024 International Impact Book Award for Book Three of the series. Opposite page: Books on display and guests during the launch party at Doubles.

FIFTH AVENUE FOREVER

Clockwise from bottom left: Beatlemania in 1964, as the Beatles arrived for their first U.S. visit, staying at The Plaza Hotel; Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s , an iconic film based on Truman Capote’s book; the annual extravaganza of the holiday windows display at Bergdorf Goodman, with crowds thronging the sidewalks. Opposite page, from above: Introduced in the 1860s, cast-iron street clocks once proliferated on the sidewalks of Fifth Avenue. This ornate double-faced clock in the Flatiron District still stands, and the words “Fifth Avenue Building” mark its dial; the cover of Assouline’s Fifth Avenue: 200 Years of Stories and Legends.

FEW STREETS embody the essence of New York City like Fifth Avenue. With Assouline’s new book, readers can step into the rich tapestry of this iconic avenue’s history and charm. Featuring a foreword by celebrated author Jay McInerney and an introduction by journalist Julie Satow, this volume features stunning images that trace Fifth Avenue’s evolution, from black-and-white snapshots of horse-drawn carriages passing grand mansions to the vibrant, bustling scenes of today. Fifth Avenue: 200 Years of Stories and Legends, is an invitation to experience New York’s most storied boulevard—a place, as Fitzgerald once described, with “all the iridescence of the beginning of the world.” u

Clockwise from bottom left: The famous façade of The Plaza Hotel; Marilyn Monroe shopping on Fifth Avenue in 1957; Seated Ballerina was a 45-foot inflatable sculpture by Jeff Koons that graced the plaza at Rockefeller Center in May, 2017. Based on a small Hungarian figurine that he owned, it took the artist months to make; the 1972 Fashion Fair was a four-hour extravaganza as models paraded down a 104-foot runway outside of Saks Fifth Avenue.

Empire State Building illuminated with Iconic Fashion for the 150th Anniversary of Harper’s Bazaar , 2017; a view of the exterior during the announcement of the top 25 submissions to “YouTube Play. A Biennial of Creative Video” at Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum on October 21, 2010 (inset).

A DECADE OF SUCCESS: SHREVE, CRUMP & LOW SHINES IN GREENWICH

BY BROOKE KELLY MURRAY

& Low owes much of its distinguished reputation to the Walker family. The company’s history stretches back to 1796, when silversmith John McFarlane opened a shop in Boston. Over the years, it passed through several hands, including John Low in 1822, William Shreve in 1855, and Charles Crump in 1869, who joined Shreve to establish the iconic brand recognized today.

The company’s modern chapter began in 2006, when it was acquired by David Walker. David, whose father, Frederick J. Walker, ran a boutique jewelry shop in Wellesley, Massachusetts, grew up deeply rooted in the trade. His early exposure ignited a lifelong passion for the industry and helped him cultivate a devoted clientele. He eventually opened his own business, David & Company. When the chance arose to purchase Shreve, Crump & Low, David seized it, valuing its heritage as a cornerstone of New England’s craftsmanship and luxury.

Despite his father’s warnings about the challenges of the jewelry industry, David encouraged his children—Brian, Brad, and Olivia

Clockwise from above: Shreve, Crump & Low’s storefront at 125 Greenwich Avenue; Frederick J. Walker with David Walker and his children Olivia, Brad, and Brian at David & Company in Wellesley, Massachusetts, circa 1995; 22.02ct diamond ring (price upon request). Opposite page: Brian, Olivia, and Brad Walker at Watches and Wonders Geneva, 2022.

From above: A. Lange & Söhne Double Split Flyback Chronograph Rose Gold 43mm ($86,900); inside Shreve, Crump & Low’s Greenwich Avenue store. Opposite page, from above: Offerings from the David G. Walker Collection of Magnificent Jewels; Schlumberger Bangles.

Walker—to join the family enterprise. Following his passing in 2021, they assumed leadership, continuing their father’s vision. Reflecting on one of her father’s guiding principles, Olivia Walker, now the brand’s Marketing Director, shared, “My father often emphasized the importance of building relationships, not just transactions. He believed business is about creating a community and fostering long-term connections based on trust and respect. This mindset influences everything we do, from how we interact with customers to how we support employees and partners. People remember how you made them feel, and that’s what builds trust and loyalty over time.”

Under the Walker family’s stewardship, Shreve, Crump & Low has become reputable for its unparalleled offerings. These include fine giftware, exquisite china collections, renowned

Swiss and German timepieces—including some of the world’s rarest watches—and exceptional estate jewelry (think one-of-akind creations by the legendary Jean Schlumberger), as well as magnificent diamonds and vibrant colored gemstones. In 2014, the company expanded beyond its iconic three-story flagship on Boston’s Newbury Street by opening a second location in Greenwich, Connecticut. When asked, “Why Greenwich?” Olivia explained, “We were captivated by the town’s distinctive combination of strong community values, local pride, and an increasing appreciation for high-quality services. Our dedication to craftsmanship and exceptional customer service resonated perfectly with Greenwich’s discerning clientele, who truly value quality and authenticity.”

This month marks the 10th anniversary of the Greenwich Avenue store—a proud milestone for the storied institution. Over the past decade, Shreve, Crump & Low has cultivated meaningful relationships in the community. Olivia elaborated, “Many of our Greenwich customers have become loyal patrons, and our involvement in local events, charities, and collaborations with businesses has forged deep ties. Giving back has always been at the heart of our mission. Over the past 10 years, we’ve proudly donated millions to education programs, children’s services, healthcare initiatives, and other vital causes. Our team cherishes the partnerships we’ve built with local nonprofits and looks forward to continuing this habit of giving.”

As Shreve, Crump & Low celebrates its decennial in Greenwich, the Walker family reflects on the key moments that have shaped their growth and strengthened their bond with the town—a legacy they remain deeply committed to preserving for generations to come. u

DECEMBER

Christmas Spectacular starring the Radio City Rockettes will be presented at Radio City Hall in New York through January 5th. To purchase tickets, visit rockettes.com.

CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR

Christmas Spectacular starring the Radio City Rockettes is an annual musical holiday stage show presented at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Tickets available for showings through January 5th at rockettes.com.

3 WORTH AVE TREE LIGHTING

The Worth Avenue Holiday Tree Lighting event will take place in Palm Beach. Santa and his elves will begin the parade at 6:10 p.m. on the 100 block of Worth Avenue. Santa will light the tree at 6:25 p.m. For more information, visit worth-avenue.com.

THE UNICEF GALA

The 2024 UNICEF Gala at Cipriani Wall Street will be UNICEF USA’s national celebration of the bold efforts that UNICEF makes for children around the world. This year’s event will kick off the holiday season and shine a light on UNICEF’s work. For more information, visit unicefusa.org.

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ROCKEFELLER CEREMONY

The annual Rockefeller Center

Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place during the live broadcast “Christmas at Rockefeller Center.”

On December 10th, the Stephen & Chrsitine Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC) will host its annual Top Dog Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York. For more information, visit amcny.org.

This year’s Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree comes from Massachusetts, the first tree to hail from the state since 1959! The 2024 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree will be lit daily from 5 a.m. to midnight. On Christmas Eve, the Tree will be lit for 24 hours and on New Year’s Eve it will be lit from 5 a.m.9 p.m. For more information, visit rockefellercenter.com.

MIRACLE ON MADISON

The Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering will host its 38th Annual Miracle on Madison Avenue event. 20% of every purchase made at participating boutiques, restaurants, and galleries will benefit The Society of MSK’s initiatives at MSK Kids, the pediatric program at MSK. Miracle on Madison Avenue is organized by the Madison Avenue Business Improvement District. For the past 12 years, The Society of MSK has been the beneficiary and partner of the event, which has become a New York holiday shopping tradition that uniquely combines philanthropy for children affected by cancer with

On December 12th, Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League will hold its 53rd Annual Christmas Ball at the Sailfish Club in Palm Beach at 7 p.m. For more information, visit peggyadams.org.

in-store programming. For more information, visit giving.mskcc.org.

ART WEEK DINNER MIAMI

ARTEdeFashion (ADF) and Experience Club are excited to present their highly anticipated event at Art Basel Miami Beach 2024.Presented by Safra National Bank, Dinner of the Year @ Art Week promises to be a captivating celebration of creativity, showcasing exclusive fashion, and dinner taking place at the iconic New World Center in Miami Beach, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Frank Gehry. The evening will attract ultra-high-net-worth individuals, CEOs, fashion influencers, cultural leaders, and socialites from Miami, Latin America, and beyond. For more information, visit artedefashion.com.

10 TOP DOG GALA

The Stephen & Christine Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC) will host its annual Top Dog Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York. Contributions to Top Dog are essential to enable AMC to pursue its dual mission of providing world-class and collaborative care to animals and leading the advancement of veterinary medicine through innovative clinical research

and education. For more information, visit amcny.org.

12 PEGGY ADAMS CHRISTMAS

Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League will hold its 53rd Annual Christmas Ball at the Sailfish Club in Palm Beach at 7 p.m. The organization’s mission is to provide shelter to lost, homeless and unwanted animals, to provide spay and neuter and other medical services for companion animals, and to care for, protect, and find quality homes for homeless and neglected companion animals, to advocate animal welfare, community involvement and education to further the bond between people and animals. For more information, visit peggyadams.org.

MORSELIFE HEALTHY

MorseLife Health System will host its 41st Birthday Celebration at 7 p.m. at The Breakers Palm Beach. Sondra Mack, honorary chairwoman; David S. Mack, honorary chairman. By invitation. For more information, visit morselife.com.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES

Catholic Charities Diocese of Palm Beach will hold its Caritas Dei Bishop’s Gala kickoff cocktail

JANUARY

8 HERO DOG AWARDS

American Humane will host its Hero Dog Awards at The Breakers Palm Beach. The American Humane Hero Dog Awards is an annual, nationwide competition that searches out and recognizes America’s Hero Dogs. Hundreds of nominees compete, but only one is awarded the coveted American Hero Dog title. The five category winners and their humane companions are celebrated at the star-studded American Humane Hero Dog Awards gala. For more information, visit herodogawards.org.

10 AMERICAN RED CROSS

reception at 6 p.m. at Findlay Galleries in Palm Beach. For more information, visit ccdpb.org.

The Palm Beach and Treasure Coast Chapter of the American Red Cross is proud to announce that the 64th International Red Cross Ball will take place at 7 p.m. at The Breakers Palm Beach. This renowned event, a cornerstone of the Palm Beach social season, will be hosted by Charles and Amanda Schumacher for the third consecutive year. For more information, visit redcross.org.

On December 3rd, the Worth Avenue Tree Lighting ceremony will be held in Palm Beach. The event will begin with a parade at 6:10 p.m. on the 100 block of Worth Avenue. For more information, visit worth-avenue.com.

QU E ST HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

BY BROOKE KELLY MURRAY

PREPARING FOR the holidays is all about finding those perfect treasures to make the season unforgettable. These essential gifts are sure to keep the days merry and bright. Let the holiday magic begin!

1. Hamilton Jewelers’ Private Reserve 18k White and Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Bracelet. Price upon request at hamiltonjewelers.com. 2. Mouth-blown and hand-painted glass ornaments by Houses & Parties. $60 - $80 each at housesandparties.com. 3. A number of Suzanne Belperron’s motifs derive from natural origins, encrusted in diamonds as if dipped in some magical substance, including this Vintage Leaves Brooch. $145,000 at belperron.com. 4. Part of Trudon’s Holiday Collection and inspired by the opulence of Versailles, Gloria is a warm and woody fragrance blended with spicy notes. $750 for size Grande at trudon.com. 5. This Green Tourmaline Ring with Diamond Collar by Elizabeth Gage is a true masterpiece that exudes sophistication and beauty. $52,400 at elizabeth-gage.com. Opposite page: 1. 14.00 Total Carat Weight Ruby and Diamond Ear Clips (Two-Tone). $35,000 at shrevecrumpandlow.com. 2. Highlighted by sinuous corded crystal embroidery, prominent art nouveau elements come to the fore in Oscar de la Renta’s Crystal Embroidered Cord Gown. $16,990 at oscardelarenta.com.

3. These Verdura Sicily Bangles were inspired by the nautical traditions of Duke Fulco di Verdura’s beloved Sicily. $39,500 at greenleafcrosby.com.

1. Make a statement with Merrichase’s Raffles Ring in Coral, an uncommon gem in the Coastal Color collection that captures the vibrant essence of sunny days and seaside strolls. $300 at merrichase.com. 2. Tiffany HardWear Graduated Link Necklace in Yellow Gold with Pavé Diamonds. $78,000 at Tiffany & Co. within the Bal Harbour Shops Pop-Up at 550 South Rosemary Avenue in West Palm Beach. 3. This pillow in shades of grey whimsically portrays a distinguished terrier dressed up in proper ascot and jacket. $225 at LindaHorn.com.

4. Vanessa Noel’s Diva Emerald open toe mule covered in python with an 80mm heel and a 10mm platform. $1,200 at vanessanoel.com. 5. Treat your family to an outing at the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens in West Palm Beach. Visit ansg.org for the full Programs & Events schedule.

1. The Silver Oak Two-Bottle Holiday Gift is a delicious gift for the wine lover on your list. $300 at silveroak.com. 2. Tucked away on quiet South Summer Street in Edgartown village, The Charlotte Inn in Martha’s Vineyard is exquisitely appointed with fine art, English antiques, luxurious linens, and fresh flowers—a romantic reflection of a bygone era. Visit thecharotteinn.com. 3. Bring a slice of Dutchess County home with you with Kinderbrook Home’s custom Millbrook Gift Set featuring a handcrafted vase and two signature candles, along with a wick cutter, snuffer, and matches. $375 at kinderbrookhome.com. 4. Naughty or Nice? Be both this holiday season with Miss Maude’s chocolate bars wrapped in limited edition holiday packaging. $16 each at barofchocolates.com.

J.McLaughlin’s Dina Cashmere Sweater ($398), Carter Sequin Pant ($238), and Dita Suede Slingback Heels ($268). Visit jmclaughlin.com.

HOLI DAY GIFT

1. Experience the magic of the holidays in paradise at Casa de Campo Resort & Villas in the Dominican Republic at 25% off! Book the Holiday Savings offer now and enjoy unbeatable rates on rooms, suites, and villas. Expect indulgent feasts, captivating entertainment, and an enchanting Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony. Valid for travel between December 20, 2024 - January 4, 2025. Visit casadecampo.com.do. 2. This Emerald and Diamond Dress Set includes a pair of cufflinks and four dress studs containing round and oval cabochon emeralds and round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 4.00 carats total. Mounted in white gold. Coming soon during Freeman’s / Hindman Important Jewelry Sale. Live and online in New York, December 12th, Lot 74. Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500. Visit hindmanauctions.com.

3. Parfums de Marly’s Greenley fragrance is housed in a statuesque green bottle. $345 at us.parfums-de-marly.com. 4. Rolex GMT-Master II. Price upon request at rolex.com.

5. Crisloid (Est.1948), USA Manufacturer of quality classic games. New line featuring casino grade felt playing fields. Three styles to choose from. $795 at crisloid.com.

6. Loro Piana’s Alpe Pile Bomber Sweater ($3,875), Alpe Pile Scarf ($1,250), Jarno Pants ($875), and Beinn Walk Ankle Boots ($1,650). Visit loropiana.com.

QU E ST HOLI DAY GIFT

1. This Asprey Bridge Set in Saddle Leather includes everything you need to enjoy hours of play with friends and family. $650 at asprey.com. 2. Ralph Lauren Home’s Ferrari 250 GTO epitomizes the Gran Turismo automobile of the ’50s and ’60s. $1,995 at ralphlauren.com. 3. Panasonic’s new ergonomic shaver fits in the palm of your hand to shave with gentle precision. Five hypoallergenic Japanese stainless-steel blades and foils cut cleanly and gently. $330 at panasonic.com. 4. Peter Millar’s Essex Vest captures the sweet spot of classic and casual. $245 at petermillar.com or visit John Craig’s boutique at Third Street South at 1258 Third Street South in Naples, Florida. 5. Welcome to the next generation Porsche 911 Carrera T, one of the 992.2 variants new for 2025. Focused on the Porsche driving enthusiast with 3 pedals, 6 forward gears, and available as a coupe and for the first time, cabriolet too! Order yours at PorscheWestPalmBeach.com.

6. Nestled in Via Mizner on Worth Avenue, Renato’s Palm Beach impresses in every way, making it the perfect restaurant for any special occasion. Visit renatospalmbeach.com. 7. Stubbs & Wootton’s Stag Espresso slippers. $575 at stubbsandwootton.com.

QU E ST HOLI DAY GIFT GUI DE

1. Rizzoli’s The Battle of Versailles: The Fashion Showdown of 1973, written by Mark Bozek with photographs by Jean-Luce Huré and Bill Cunningham, is the first illustrated book to chronicle the dramatic 1973 face-off between French and American fashion designers. $70 at amazon. com. 2. Griffin Dunne’s memoir of growing up among larger-than-life characters in Hollywood and Manhattan finds wicked humor and glimmers of light in even the most painful of circumstances. $26 at amazon.com. 3. Assouline’s Master of Fibres, written by Nicholas Foulkes, celebrates Loro Piana’s 100th anniversary and recounts the incredible saga of a family of visionary entrepreneurs. $1,200 at assouline.com. 4. Great Inspiration: My Adventures in Decorating with Notable Interior Designers by Katherine Bryan, published by Rizzoli. $65 at serenaandlily.com. 5. Risks and Returns: Creating Success in Business and Life by Wilbur Ross is filled with lessons from a Wall Street legend turned Secretary of Commerce. $33 at skyhorsepublishing.com. 6. The Greatest Capitalist Who Ever Lived: Tom Watson Jr. and the Epic Story of How IBM Created the Digital Age by Ralph Watson McElvenny. $23 at amazon.com. 7. Triumph to Tragedy Book Four is the latest in Daniel J.D. Bayard’s series on the history of Haiti. $36 on amazon.com. 8. Fifth Avenue: History of America’s Street of Dreams by Mosette Broderick. $45 at barnsandnoble. com. 9. Phaidon’s The Connaught Bar, written by Agostino Perrone, Director of Mixology at The Connaught Hotel and Connaught Bar in Mayfair, is packed with cocktail recipes and iconic creations. $40 at phaidon.com. 10. India Hicks’s affectionate tribute to her beloved mother, Lady Pamela Hicks, published by Rizzoli. $60 at rizzolibookstore.com. 11. This coffee table book published by Assouline transports readers to the legendary Ritz Paris on the Place Vendôme. $105 at assouline.com.

1. Chantecler Cherie Sautoir in 18kt white gold, red coral, and diamonds. $26,705 at viacoquina.com. 2. Barton & Gray Mariners Club offers an assortment of membership options. Members enjoy a lifetime of yachting with the ability to adjust their membership and take advantage of the ever-expanding harbors and new yachts being added to the club. Visit bartonandgray.com. 3. Ala von Auersperg’s Helen Silk Top ($250) and Sobel Silk Pant in Dealer’s Choice ($300). Visit alavonauersperg.com.

4. A perfect marriage of elegance and comfort, Pratesi’s Dolomiti Throw is a mainstay of modern luxury. $2,395 at pratesi.com. 5. Roberto Coin’s 18k Rose Gold Mosaic Diamond, Lapis, and Malachite Ring. $6,700 at robertocoin.com.

6. Renowned for its innovative cuisine, Clarke Cooke House is legendary as the heartbeat of Newport, Rhode Island and is the perfect spot to enjoy a meal during the holiday season. Visit clarkecooke.com. 7. Polished Gold Bird Brooch by Butler & Wilson of London. $175 at shop.jennifergarrigues.com.

1. Ralph Lauren’s chunky-knit Polo Bear Family Sweater in red. $385 at ralphlauren.com. 2. Bonpoint’s Téo Wool Jacket ($595), Tangui Dog Embroidery Shirt ($255), Peter Wool Pants ($365), and Greg Black Leather Boots ($385). Visit us.bonpoint.com. 3. Children will love the all-terrain fun of the Polaris RZR 900 Red! For ages 3 - 8. 12-volt rechargeable battery and recharger included. 5 mph (plus reverse). $500 at pegperego.com. 4. The Colony Palm Beach x Vilebrequin Boy’s Swim Trunks in Jungle Print. $160 at thecolonyedit.com. 5. Avalon Baby Blanket in Noisette Moyen/Blanc. $1,200 at hermes.com or visit Hermès at The Royal Poinciana Plaza at 340 Royal Poinciana Way, Suite M301 in Palm Beach, Florida. 6. Celebrate the festive spirit with the 2024 Holiday Barbie Doll. $120 at thestore.madmuseum.org. 7. Bellini’s Paris 4-in-1 Convertible Crib with Underdrawer. $1,300 at bellini.com.

1. TAMARA COMOLLI’s GYPSY Sun small pendant in the ‘Candy’ Color Story features diamonds, multicolored sapphires, and tsavorites, set in 18k rose gold. $4,500 without the chain and $6,300 with the chain. Visit us.tamaracomolli.com. 2. Plan the perfect getaway to Rock House on Harbour Island, The Bahamas. Arches is its newest residence a bayside estate offering luxury and serenity. Visit rockhousebahamas.com. 3. Claire Florence’s 18k Solid Yellow Gold Ring with Cushion Cut Clear Quartz. $5,980 at claireflorence.com. 4. To celebrate the holiday season, Chanel N°5 is decorated with a soft dusting of snow. $200 at chanel.com. 5. Part of a new collection of rugs and carpet with Italian fashion house Missoni, STARK’s Missoni Layers Rug in Forest was created by using a hand-held tool that punches the yarn through a canvas backing. Visit starkcarpet.com for inquiries. 6. Bold, daring, and ravishing. Lavanya Coodly’s Irene Earrings boast a design that simply stuns. $525 at lavanyacoodly.com.

1. Treat yourself to a winter escape at Ocean House, Rhode Island’s only AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five-Star hotel, perched on the bluffs of Watch Hill. Enjoy luxurious rooms, gourmet dining, ocean views, and seasonal events, all with cozy New England charm for an unforgettable holiday getaway. For reservations, visit OceanHouseRI.com.

2. Wempe High Jewelry Necklace Spotlight in 18k white gold with 364 brilliant-cut diamonds. $56,175 at wempe.com. 3. A staple in Charlotte Kellogg’s best selling tops, the Willow Linen Dress is a timeless shirtwaist dress that you’re going to love! $275 at charlottekellogg.com. 4. Gil Walsh Interiors is an interior design studio that creates classic and contemporary spaces guided by timeless principles of color, texture, and form. Pictured: The Anello Ring. Visit gwifl.com. 5. A rare dark rum inspired by a family recipe from 1862, BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho is known as The Family Reserve. $30 at select liquor stores. u

A COUNTRYSIDE CHRISTMAS

PRODUCED & WRITTEN BY BROOKE KELLY MURRAY

PHOTOGRAPHED BY JULIE SKARRATT

DÉCOR BY ANTHONY BELLOMO OF ORANGERIE

HAIR BY YAMASA FOR HOPSCOTCH SALON & SANDRA O’TRAKOUNE

MAKEUP BY MONICK PEREZ FOR HOPSCOTCH SALON

TO EMBRACE the holiday spirit, we ventured into the heart of Dutchess County for a glimpse of how country dwellers celebrate the season. Our day began at Brooke and Oliver Kennan’s Kinderbrook Farm in Clinton Corners, where preparations for an elegant dinner party were underway. We loaded Oliver’s vintage 1958 Chevrolet Apache with treasures from Ralph Lauren Home alongside pieces from Brooke’s Kinderbrook Home collection, a labor of love inspired by the timeless beauty of country living and her passion for their idyllic upstate retreat.

Next, we stopped in Millbrook at the beloved Orangerie Garden + Home, where we met ceramicist and weekend gentleman farmer Christopher Spitzmiller and his husband, Anthony Bellomo. Anthony, a landscape architect, gardener, and the proprietor of Orangerie—a popular garden shop and nursery—brought his expert touch to holiday decorating and spearheaded the design for our festivities.

Our journey continued to Smithfield Farms in Amenia, where we were hosted by Meghan & Adam Klopp. Meghan,

founder of La Maison Communications and children’s book author, Friends of Wethersfield member, and recent co-chair of the 116th Millbrook Hunt Ball, arranged a picturesque ride down the road to a private club, aboard a vis-à-vis carriage, drawn by a pair of elegant Belgian Draft Horses.

We were also joined by Ashley Whittaker, local broker, interior designer, and author of The Well-Loved House , along with her husband, Andrew Spence.

The evening concluded back at the Klopp Family farm with a dazzling black-tie afterparty.

’Tis the season in Dutchess County! ◆

Klopp,

Meghan

Adam Klopp, Andrew Spence, Anthony Bellomo, Brooke Kennan, Ashley Whittaker, and Oliver Kennan arrive for dinner in a cabin at a private club in Amenia. Meghan wears J.McLaughlin’s Lainie Velvet Blazer ($348) and Collin Velvet Pants ($198) in Deep Emerald. Adam dons J.McLaughlin’s Suffolk Wool Sport Coat in Plaid ($598), Henry Cashmere ¼ Zip in Olive Green ($328), and Parker 5-Pocket Straight Pants in Italian Stretch Cord in Moss ($188). Brooke is dressed in Sanoë’s Doris Cramoisi Jacket in Burgundy Velvet ($1,275). Inset: Everyone seated for a holiday dinner, featuring a tablescape by Anthony Bellomo.

Meghan and Adam Klopp, along with their daughters Beatrice and Lulu, enjoy a carriage ride drawn by a pair of Belgian Draft Horses through the polo fields at Smithfield Farms in Amenia. Inset: Beatrice and Lulu in matching Bonpoint Mariela Embroidered Tulle Collar Dresses ($445 each).

Oliver and Brooke Kennan on their front porch at Kinderbrook Farm in Clinton Corners with their sons, Sebastian and James. Oliver sports Stubbs & Wootton’s Fox Noir Private Stock slippers ($800).

Oliver Kennan, Adam Klopp, Meghan Klopp, Andrew Spence, Ashley Whittaker (wearing Cara Cara’s Maisy Dress in Midnight Sequins, $695), and Brooke Kennan during the afterparty in the Billiards Room at Smithfield Farms in Amenia.

Meghan Klopp and Brooke Kennan by the horse paddocks at Smithfield Farms in Amenia. Meghan wears Polo Ralph Lauren’s Polo Bear Cotton Roll-Neck Sweater ($398), while Brooke dons the Polo Bear Wool-Cashmere Sweater ($398).

Inset: Andrew Spence, Ashley Whittaker, Adam Klopp, Oliver Kennan, Brooke Kennan, and Meghan Klopp. Adam wears Beretta Gallery’s Tattersall Check Cotton Luc Due Shirt in Brown Navy ($285) and Luciano Barbera Channel Quilted Flannel Vest in Navy ($1,395).

Christopher Spitzmiller and Anthony Bellomo enjoy hot chocolate in Christopher Spitzmiller, Inc.’s Marble Coffee Mugs ($95 each) in front of a holiday display curated by Anthony at Orangerie Garden + Home in Millbrook. Inset: Orangerie’s entrance.

Counter clockwise from above: Andrew Spence, Ashley Whittaker, and Adam Klopp with a Belgian Draft Horse. Adam wears J.McLaughlin’s Suffolk Wool Sport Coat in Plaid ($598), Henry Cashmere ¼ Zip in Olive Green ($328) and Parker 5-Pocket Straight Pants in Italian Stretch Cord in Moss ($188); Adam Klopp helps Meghan down the front steps at Smithfield Farms. Meghan wears Sanoë’s Victoria Windsor Jacket ($895) and Ella Windsor Skirt ($375). Adam wears J.McLaughlin’s Henry Cashmere ¼ Zip in Auburn ($328) and Oxford Pants in Plaid ($278); Oliver Kennan’s vintage 1958 Chevrolet Apache parked at Kinderbrook Farm and packed with Ralph Lauren Home’s Belmore Throw Blanket ($400), items from the Garrett Barware Collection ($125-$495), Parkwood Backgammon Set ($2,995), and the Brently Throw Blanket ($400). Also on board are Kinderbrook Home’s Millbrook

CASA DE CAMPO’S GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY

BY BROOKE KELLY MURRAY

CASA DE CAMPO is more than a resort—it’s a world unto itself, where sun-soaked days yield moonlit nights, and every visit weaves itself into a lasting tradition. For 50 years, this iconic Caribbean retreat has welcomed back its loyal guests, lured by the promise of new memories with every return. Spanning 7,000 acres in La Romana, Dominican Republic, this sprawling community is likened to a playground for the international elite, offering endless opportunities for adventure and relaxation, with guests casually navigating its vast grounds on foot and by golf cart. From the challenge of three world-class golf courses to the newly opened spa, Casa de Campo expands into horseback trails, polo fields, tennis and racquet

centers, pristine white-sand beaches, and its own tournament grade sporting clays and bird shooting center. Truly, there’s something for everyone.

Yet what sets Casa de Campo apart is its unique energy: inviting, refreshingly unpretentious, and always alive with a vibrant mix of guests. True to its name (Spanish for “Country House”) the resort is welcoming from the moment you arrive. International dignitaries and bold -

This spread: Aerial view of Minitas Beach Club; Spanish King Juan Carlos at the inauguration of the boulevard which now bears his name at Casa de Campo with then Dominican Republic President Danilo Medina, Alfonso Fanjul, and J. Pepe Fanjul, 2015 (inset).

face fashion designers mingle with familiar faces who return each season, creating a warm, friendly atmosphere that feels like home. And it really can be your home, with a private country club and villas just inside its gated entrance, home owners safely enjoy exclusive perks and access to the resort’s unlimited amenities. As Casa de Campo celebrates its 50th anniversary, we look back at the history of this beloved getaway—a resort that, for five decades, has mastered the art of gracious hospitality.

The vision for Casa de Campo hatched in the early 1960s, when Alvaro Carta arrived in La Romana with an ambition to transform a Gulf + Western sugar mill into an audacious dream. He enlisted legendary Pete Dye, the fabled golf course designer, to help shape the vision. It took more than 300 local craftsmen to bring Dye’s ambitious design to life, hand-carving the rugged landscape into the “Teeth of the Dog,” a breathtaking links course along the Caribbean coast that owes its name to the sharp coral formations nicknamed “diente de perro,” or “dog’s teeth,” cementing Casa de Campo’s reputation on the global golf stage.

But despite the success of “The Teeth,” the resort still floundered... until 1984, when Cuban-born brothers Alfonso and J. Pepe Fanjul, world leaders in sugar production and refinery, acquired the Gulf + Western sugar

From above: Arnold Palmer on the 15th hole tee-box on Teeth of the Dog, 1974; polo match, circa 1985. Opposite page, clockwise from bottom left: Pete Dye on site in the early days; guests lounging beachside, 1977; Orin Lehman and his wife, Wendy Vanderbilt Lehman, with daughters Sage, Brooke, and Susan in Altos de Chavón, 1990; clay shooting at Safari Club.

mills and took Casa de Campo under their tasteful and expansive minded control. The Fanjul Family quickly opened the resort to a more sophisticated audience as they embraced “growth and expansion” as the cornerstones of Casa de Campo’s future.

Under the Fanjuls’ leadership, the burgeoning developments at Casa de Campo were matched by its enhanced reputation as an international resort. Included in this surge of expansion was a professional equestrian center, several new polo fields, and a world-class sporting clays and bird shooting facility. In 1990, the La Romana Country Club was opened, and the Mediterranean-inspired Marina earned recognition as a unique international port of call, by far the best superyacht port in the Caribbean. In 1995, American Airlines had launched weekly service from Miami, with Boeing 727s landing at Casa de Campo’s original airport, where the tarmac and landing strip ran just yards from the Teeth of the Dog. “It was amazing to be on the tee-box of No. 12 and see a 727 coming right at you,” longtime golf director Gilles Gagnon recalled, describing the scene as a unique spectacle that became near folklore, drawing curious guests and golfers alike!

In the early 2000s, Casa de Campo unveiled Dye Fore, a third course designed by Pete Dye, offering

From above: Teeth of the Dog; inside the Spa & Wellness Center; infinity pool at Minitas Beach Club. Opposite page, from above: Inside a Premier Suite; dining at La Casita at The Marina; aerial view of Minitas Beach Club.

sweeping views high above the Chavón River. A $40 million renovation followed in 2004, setting the stage for the modernization of the popular Minitas Beach Club and the recent addition of the exclusive Premier Club & Suites—where guests enjoy heightened service amenities including a separate concierge, as well as access to the new 18,000-square-foot Spa & Wellness Center. Casa de Campo continues to attract elite events and boldfaced guests. Both President George Bushes were regulars, and King Juan Carlos I of Spain, a personal friend of the Fanjuls, attended the inauguration of a boulevard named in his honor in 2015. And the ubiquitous Martha Stewart shot her Sports Illustrated “Swimsuit” cover at Casa de Campo in 2023.

Pepe Fanjul, Jr., now president of the resort, has seamlessly secured the family’s next generation by continuing its legacy, having been part of Casa de Campo’s journey since arriving with his father 40 years ago. For Pepe, Jr., the resort is more than its breathtaking vistas and natural beauty; it holds cherished memories of instant friendships and a deep sense of belonging. Casa de Campo has always been woven into his life—witnessing his uncle and father shape its path has given the multigenerational business an even deeper meaning for him.

Casa de Campo is dedicated to preserving its traditions while continuously expanding its services and operations

- always keeping the existing facilities and experiences fresh and exciting. This commitment was on full display in October, when the resort celebrated its 50th anniversary with a spectacular weekend of events and activities. The festivities included two back-to-back concerts at the amphitheater, a beachside party with fireworks and a drone show, and a $50,000 hole-in-one golf competition. The celebrations are set to continue, with Grammy Award-winner Carlos Vives performing on December 7th. Not coincidentally, the anniversary celebrations are opening a new era of accessibility for international guests, as American Airlines launches daily direct flights between Miami and La Romana Airport (LRM)—a fitting full-circle moment for a destination that has defined Caribbean luxury for a half-century. ◆

CASA

The Marina; Pepe Fanjul, Jr. (inset). Opposite page, clockwise from above: The amphitheater at Altos de Chavón; the Spa & Wellness Center; Voices of Our Generation Concert during the 50th Anniversary kickoff weekend.

THE YOUNG & THE GUEST LIST YGL

BY BROOKE KELLY MURRAY

Inside Louis Vuitton’s opening party at 6 East 57th Street.

LOUIS VUITTON’S OPENING PARTY IN NEW YORK

ON NOVEMBER 14TH, Louis Vuitton unveiled its eagerly awaited five-story store on 57th Street with a launch party. This temporary location, set to serve customers during the extensive multi-year renovation of the 5th Avenue flagship, is a masterpiece of design and luxury. The space boasts striking Louis Vuitton trunk towers by architect Shohei Shigematsu, alongside VIP shopping suites, a library, a Louis Vuitton café, a chocolate shop, and much more. The grand affair treated 1,800 guests to hors d’oeuvres and classic cocktails, drawing a crowd that included Bradley Cooper , Martha

, Jennifer Connelly , Ella

, and

. The store officially opened its doors to the public the following day.

Stewart

Hunt

Ana de Armas

Clockwise from top left: Nina Dobrev; Azeeza Khan and Kristen Noel Crawley; Martha Stewart; Ana de Armas, Bradley Cooper, and Jennifer Connelly; the entrance at 6 East 57th Street.

IN LATE OCTOBER, WELL/BEINGS hosted its annual Full Circle Benefit Gala at the Chelsea Factory, celebrating its mission to advance animal welfare and environmental protection. Co-founded in 2018 by Amanda Hearst Rønning and Breanna Schultz, the organization has become a powerful voice for these causes. Guests enjoyed a plant-based, multi-course dinner as the evening honored two exceptional changemakers: Fernando Garcia, Creative Director of Oscar de la Renta, received the prestigious One Planet Welfare Award alongside activist Maria Villalpando of FUNDEMAR. The event raised $600,000 in support of Mangroves. WELL/BEINGS’ ANNUAL GALA IN NEW YORK

Amanda Hearst Rønning, Maria Fillalpando, and Breanna Schultz

Fernando Garcia

Adrian Solgaard and Lindsey Nyx Walker

Ubah Hassan and Sai De Silva

Claire Stern Milch and Dria Murphy

ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PARTY AT ANNABEL’S IN LONDON

TO CELEBRATE Halloween, Annabel’s transported its guests to the opulent court of Louis XIV with an unforgettable soirée. The club was transformed into a mesmerizing vision of the Palace of Versailles. Adding to the spectacle, six regal white horses and Napoleon’s army paraded around 46 Berkeley Square, standing guard to welcome members at the entrance. Towering above the facade, a hauntingly elegant ghost adorned in a meticulously crafted 18th-century court gown set the tone for the evening. ◆

Annabel’s façade Maxim Magnus (right)

Frances O’Sullivan

Alice McMillan and Honor Swinton Byrne

Richard and Patricia Caring

Napoleon’s army

WOLLMAN RINK

BY ELIZABETH MEIGHER

OPENED IN 1950 and named for the Wollman family who funded it, Wollman Rink is known for capturing both the bustling charm and delicate beauty of New York City in winter. A glittering oasis amid the concrete chaos of Manhattan, it is a place where locals and tourists of all ages, shapes and sizes seek an outdoor moment of grace—as they glide about in soft, practiced, swirls—momentarily untouched by the grit and clamor behind the surrounding rocks and trees. Generations of New Yorkers have fond memories of skating at the rink, not to mention its appearance in famous films like Love Story, Serendipity and Home Alone 2. Over the years, Wollman has been known to host countless romantic dates, family outings and holiday events, solidifying its reputation as a cherished NYC landmark.

After its opening, the rink began to deteriorate over the years, and it was eventually closed by then-mayor Ed Koch in 1980. President-elect Donald J. Trump counts reopening

Wollman Rink in 1986 among his greatest achievements for New York City. Nestled in the heart of southern Central Park (near 59th Street), the rink’s connection to the city’s history makes it a symbol of New York’s resilience and beauty. Wollman uniquely blends city life with serene park views while offering unique outdoor experiences throughout every season. In the winter, it is a vibrant skating destination, while in the warmer months the rink is transformed into New York City’s most iconic pickleball center. With fourteen new courts as part of a three-year collaboration with CityPickle (running through 2026), Wollman Rink provides visitors from near and far the opportunity to participate in the nation’s fastest growing sport. At 74 years young, “Wollman” remains a treasured New York icon! ◆

Clockwise from left: Quest December 2023; ice skaters enjoy Wollman Rink; an overhead view of Wollman at night featured in the film Serendipity, 2001 ; Ali MacGraw in Central Park on the set of Love Story , 1970; CityPickle courts at Wollman Rink; Kate Beckinsale and John Cusack share a kiss at Wollman Rink in Serendipity