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DIVIDE AND CONQUER Major Food Group makes over the legendary Four Seasons Restaurant space.
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FIVE FOR FALL Add to your to-do list: a pop-up dinner on Governors Island.
24 // LETTER FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF 26 // LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER 28 // THE LIST 31 // INVITED
SCENE. STYLE. SPACE. SELF. 39 // FIVE FOR FALL Leave room for these must-do events on your culture calendar this season.
42 // SIMONS SAYS With a fresh new flagship and rave runway reviews, design star Raf Simons is rebuilding Calvin Klein from the ground up.
44 // DIVIDE AND CONQUER One of New York City’s most iconic restaurants is reinvented into a jaw-dropping spectacle for the eyes and palate.
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46 // HAUTE COLLEGIATE
55 // MAD FOR MADISON!
This fall, fashion goes back to school with classic tweeds and supple leathers.
Major fashion houses are migrating uptown.
56 // FRONT ROW SEAT Meet three starlets-on-the-make who are “bringing it” to bingeworthy TV this fall.
Lexus’s new flagship sports car, the 2018 LC500, is breathtaking inside and out. Here, take its nextgeneration interior for a test-drive.
52 // DO IT AGAIN
58 // DIOR AT 70!
Can the new Public hotel do for hospitality what Studio 54 did for nightlife? Ian Schrager, founder of both, says “yes.”
New collections, new books, a new museum exhibit… all eyes are on the most Parisian of maisons during its anniversary year.
54 // THEY’RE HERE!
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Plan a shopping staycation when two cult favorites make the move to NYC.
On the eve of his first fragrance launch, powerhouse designer Jason Wu sits down with Gotham for an exclusive one-on-one.
48 // MÉNAGE À FAB
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CONTENTS 62 // SIMPLY IRRESISTIBLE Simplicity, a strong timepiece trend, is tempting Gotham’s tastemakers this season with straightforward style and engineering excellence.
64 // BROOKLYN’S FINEST Long the originator of young and hip trends, Brooklyn is growing up a bit, with stylish new restaurants, hotels, and more.
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ALL HAIL SHAY Shay Mitchell shares her secret to taking the perfect selfie. (Hint: It’s not as glamorous as it seems.) Dress, $2,990, by Ralph Lauren Collection at Ralph Lauren; 14k gemstone hoops, $3,250, by Jacquie Aiche at Saks Fifth Avenue; turquoise ring, $24,000, at David Webb.
68 // MAGNIFICENT MÉRIDA Spa treatments take inspiration from ancient Maya at the gorgeous Mexican wellness resort Chablé.
69 // BLURRED LINES Fall’s new modern lip is perfectly imperfect.
70 // AIR BORNE Let NYC’s newest fitness studio, Spiderbands, turn you into a superhero.
FEATURES 72 // ALL HAIL SHAY
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From your smartphone to the big and small screens, actress, activist, and social media superstar Shay Mitchell is slaying Hollywood and beyond as the girl next door—but not without speaking her truth and inspiring her (millions of) followers.
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FALL 2017 78 // TAKE COVER Voluminous sweaters and statement coats make sure you stand out when you button up.
86 // LABEL ON FIRE Lighting up the runway with irreverent sensuality and a bold sense of wonder, designer Alessandro Michele has Gucci burning through the fashion firmament.
THE SOURCE 91 // SCENE. STYLE. SPACE. SELF.
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THEY’RE HERE! The New York fashion scene heats up as The Webster arrives from Miami.
104 // SAME NABES, NEW NESTS Power couples Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick and Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen are staying local with their new moves.
ON THE COVER: Shay Mitchell Photography by Randall Slavin Styling by Marie-Lou Bartoli Location: Private residence of Darren Dzienciol Bodysuit, $595, and pants, $995, by Cushnie et Ochs at Saks Fifth Avenue.
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LABEL ON FIRE Alessandro Michele’s outrageous designs have reestablished Gucci as one of today’s hottest fashion brands.
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left to right and top to bottom: With Gotham’s publisher Lynn Scotti, celebrating cover star Noah Syndergaard; talking to my mate Brian McGrory about his new business venture, BMG Hospitality Consulting; toasting model Elettra Weidmann on her recent Hamptons magazine cover; with Daniel Boulud and David Lauren at FIT’s annual gala honoring Terry Lundgren; with Ian Schrager poolside at the Miami Beach Edition.
September in New York must be my favorite month! We’ve just finished publishing weekly issues of Hamptons magazine, and I and many of our readers return to New York City to rediscover it once again. If you’ve not yet been to The Grill and The Pool, the already iconic new restaurants from Major Food Group, you’re missing out. The former Four Seasons spaces have been transformed with a breathtaking raw vegetable bar—the Instagram-worthy feature in a room with incredible blooms and a menu that nails the perfect lunch salad and steak dinner for two. The place retains the old-world luxury New Yorkers love so much. It doesn’t get cooler than visionary hotelier Ian Schrager. In this issue, we talk with him about everything from his new book, Studio 54, to his opening the Public hotel on Chrystie Street and teaming with Jean-Georges Vongerichten on its restaurants and bars—Public Kitchen, Bowery Garden, Louis, and Diego. But while we’re swooning in Nolita, let’s not forget Brooklyn. We take you on a guided tour of all that’s new and noteworthy in that borough, including Soho House, the 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge, and that mecca of foodies, DeKalb Market Hall—all perfect fall destinations. But the best thing about September in New York is the big fashion moments. We’ll give you the scoop on Raf Simons taking the helm at Calvin Klein; take a first look at the Webster, a multibrand superstore with Miami roots; toast Dior’s 70th anniversary; show you how to keep it cozy and chic on a trip to Aspen; and unveil new Madison Avenue flagships from Tom Ford, Stella McCartney, and Balenciaga. In the meantime, the just-launched Gucci home collection wows us with color and prints, while the brand debuts a new fragrance and continues its collaborative art project, Gucci 4 Rooms. As Fashion Week begins, so much is happening in our city: Be sure to see Rodin at the Met and Pina Bausch at BAM, check out Blank Out at The Armory, explore the Public Theater’s 50th-anniversary season, and book that popup dinner on Governors Island while you still can!
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As we look forward to the new fall season—with the first feel of crisp, cool air and an overall sense of new beginnings—there are so many exciting things to see and do in our fabulous city! The Grill at the former Four Seasons restaurant in the Seagram Building is open. It is absolutely stunning, and by far the hardest table to get in town! The Lower East Side is blossoming, and Ian Schrager’s Public Hotel is a must on everyone’s list. Instagram accounts are exploding with pics from the rooftop and the chic illuminated escalators. Schrager has been very busy with the hotel and the launch of his new coffeetable book, Studio 54, on the glory days of that famous nightclub. New York is known for its shopping and it just gets better with each new season. The Webster from Miami is opening its first flagship in Soho, with 12,000 square feet of luxury for all under one roof! There’s big news from Madison Avenue, with Tom Ford and Stella McCartney opening new stores. Further downtown, The White Company, one of the UK’s fastest
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growing lifestyle brands, has crossed the ocean and opened up on lower Fifth Avenue in the Flatiron District. Across the bridge in Brooklyn, the Dekalb Market Hall is a culinary center showcasing 40 vendors who reflect the cultural and ethnic diversity of Brooklyn, and it’s raising its profile as a hub of innovative cooking and dining experiences. It is also one of the largest food and entertainment centers in our city. The fashion, food, design, and culture that our editors feature each issue are enhanced by our love of fitness and wellness. Spiderbands, a unique total body cardio resistance workout, is coming to Union Square and will shred your body in a 50-minute class. Look for our upcoming #GothamFitnessFriday class there! Enjoy the issue.
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clockwise from above left: Talking fashion with Alina Cho at The Metropolitan Museum of Art; hanging out with the Mets’ superstar pitcher, Noah Syndergaard, at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge; supermodel Karolina Kurkova joined us at Baron’s Cove in Sag Harbor to celebrate her cover for our sister magazine Hamptons.
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Gotham magazine celebrated cover star Noah “Thor” Syndergaard at an exclusive cocktail party with fellow New York Mets pitcher Robert Gsellman and other VIPs at the new waterfront retreat 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge. The invitation-only affair presented by Wempe Jewelers included a silent auction featuring a NY Mets exclusive experience, official Noah Syndergaard–autographed sports memorabilia, a team-signed official bat, and baseballs signed by Mets Jacob deGrom, David Wright, and José Reyes. At the height of the event, during a live auction, Noah tossed out official autographed baseballs. All proceeds benefited the Sjögren’s Syndrome Foundation. Throughout the evening, guests enjoyed handcrafted premium cocktails from Cooperstown Distillery, wines by Maison Belle Claire, Peroni beer and delicious hors d’oeuvres by the 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge’s innovative chefs.
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The official ribbon-cutting ceremony
Samantha Crompton, Emily Roberts, and Amanda Oleri
Beth Lauer Elasowich, Eddie Kaplan, and Kimpton Wallis
Moroccanoil provided gift bags.
Sephora team members
Guests received makeup touch-ups.
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Guests received a special gift with purchase.
Anastasia Beverly Hills estheticians at the brand’s Brow Studio
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Paul Loux, Rob Trujillo, and Jeffrey Gaul
SEPHORA FIFTH AVENUE GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION Sephora celebrated the opening of its newly relocated Fifth Avenue flagship with an exclusive preview event. Sephora and Gotham VIPs explored the latest product lines, received makeup touch-ups and mini treatments, and were treated to a special gift with purchase, along with a gift bag from Moroccanoil. Beats from DJ James Vincent kept the crowd energized, while guests enjoyed delectable sweets and sparkling wine from Relish Caterers. The following day, Sephora held the official ribbon-cutting ceremony and welcomed the new store’s first customers.
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INVITED Katie Crais and Hadil Senno
Rachel Soulouque and Jeane Verthold
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Joseph Heimburger and Elisa Lorenz
WEDDING SALON 2017 Wedding Salon hosted an exclusive bridal showcase highlighting the very best in luxury bridal trends, products, and services. Approximately 1,000 brides-to-be and engaged couples purchased tickets to attend in search of must-haves for their special day. During the event, Gotham magazine hosted a luxurious bridal basket giveaway that included bubbles, florals, and sweet bites courtesy of Winston Flowers; a gift certificate courtesy of Angelo David Salon; 10 fitness classes courtesy of Exhale Spa; a gift certificate and power toothbrush courtesy of Smile Design Manhattan; a white poplin blouse courtesy of Rebecca Taylor; fitness attire and a five-class gift certificate courtesy of Physique 57; and two gift cards and cosmetics pouches courtesy of Sephora.
The band 45 Riots performed.
Wedding Salon
Stevie Miles Sarah Mayer and Madeline Mayer reading Gotham
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Sal Pavia and Kaitlyn Cantoni
Jessica Holmes
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Anna Cedrowski, Maria Pafitis, and Jessica Perkowska
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Edgar Wright
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BABY DRIVER SCREENING AND AFTERPARTY The Cinema Society and Avion hosted a screening of writer and director Edgar Wright’s latest film, Baby Driver, at Metrograph. The viewing was followed by an afterparty at The Crown, the rooftop of the Hotel 50 Bowery. In keeping with the film, guests sipped on Avion Tequila cocktails named Baby’s Escape and The Getaway. Attendees included Anne Hathaway and Adam Shulman, Rosario Dawson, and Adrien Brody.
Devon Windsor Ryan Cooper
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INVITED Will Cotton
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Netflix and The Cinema Society hosted a screening of Gypsy at Ian Schrager’s Public Hotel. Following a viewing at Public Arts, an afterparty was held on The Roof at Public. Stars from the series, such as Naomi Watts, Lucy Boynton, and Sophie Cookson, were in attendance. Other guests included Ben Stiller, Zach Braff, Julie Taymor, and Ashley Haas.
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FIVE FOR FALL LEAVE ROOM FOR THESE MUST-DO EVENTS ON YOUR CULTURE CALENDAR THIS SEASON. BY SUZANNE CHARLÉ
PHOTOGRAPHY © PERMISSION OF JOANNA T. STEICHEN, COURTESY OF THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART (RODIN); J. PAULO PIMENTA (PINA BAUSCH); MARCO BORGGREVE (BLANK OUT)
1. PINA BAUSCH AT BAM
Miah Persson and Roderick Williams in Blank Out, which comes to the Armory this season. ABOVE, FROM LEFT: Auguste Rodin’s The Embrace, on view at the Met; two landmark works by Pina Bausch open the 2017 Next Wave Festival at BAM.
In 1984, Pina Bausch made her Brooklyn Academy of Music debut. “The word was out, the place was mobbed,” Anna Kisselgoff wrote in The New York Times. More than three decades later, word is out again. BAM’s 2017 Next Wave Festival opens with a landmark restaging of the late German dancer and choreographer’s historic works, performed by Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch. On the double bill are the autobiographical Café Müller and The Rite of Spring, one of the finest (and most sexually charged) interpretations of Igor Stravinsky’s iconic composition. September 14–24, Brooklyn Academy of Music, 30 Lafayette Ave., Brooklyn, 718-636-4100; bam.org 2. RODIN AT THE MET
Museums worldwide are mounting exhibitions to honor the centenary of Auguste Rodin’s death. Drawing on its celebrated Rodin collection, the Metropolitan Museum of Art will exhibit 50 sculptures, including favorites—The Thinker, The Hand of God, and Orpheus and Eurydice— alongside others that have been out of public view for decades. (Look for The Tempest.) An adjacent gallery displays Rodin’s drawings, and don’t miss the documentary photography by Edward Steichen, who
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SCENE GOINGS-ON presented the first American show of Rodin’s work, in 1908. September 16 –January 15, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 Fifth Ave., 212-5357710; metmuseum.org
A film still of Roderick Williams in Blank Out. below: Governors Island will be the site of a pop-up dinner (complete with dancing and skyline views) on September 9.
3. THE PUBLIC THEATER’S ANNIVERSARY SEASON
4. BLANK OUT AT THE ARMORY
Having wowed critics and audiences with his boundarybreaking 3-D chamber opera, Blank Out, Michel van der Aa brings it to Park Avenue Armory’s massive Drill Hall. Based loosely on the life of South African poet Ingrid Jonker, who drowned at 31, Blank Out weaves the live performance of soprano Miah Persson, as Jonker, with prerecorded audio and visual loops of Persson, baritone Roderick Williams (playing Jonker’s son), and the Dutch Chamber Choir. Wearing 3-D glasses, the audience is wrapped in a sensory
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experience of memory and tragedy. September 21–25 and 27, 643 Park Ave., 212-6163930; armoryonpark.org 5. POP-UP DINNER ON GOVERNORS ISLAND
Sonoma-based Hand Made Events has hosted sold-out pop-up dinners across the country, but this is the company’s first on Governors Island. You provide the dinner—simple fare or haute, wine or not. They provide tables, chairs, and entertainment. Setup starts at 4 pm; beginning at 6 pm, you can eat and dance the night away, all with the incomparable backdrop of the Manhattan skyline, the harbor, and—bien sûr—the Statue of Liberty. Proceeds benefit the Friends of Governors Island, but get your tickets early; they’ll sell out fast. September 9, Governors Island; govisland.com
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Elevator Repair Service is taking its first dive into Shakespeare in the company’s 25-year history. Associate producer and actor Lindsay Hockaday acknowledges it’s a big challenge: “Measure for Measure is one of Shakespeare’s ‘problem plays’—it doesn’t fit neatly into comedy or tragedy,” Hockaday says. The Obiewinning troupe reconciles the play’s absurdity and seriousness through experiments with rhythm, delivering dialogue at the lightning speed of slapstick or the slow pace of truth and compassion. It’s part of the Public Theater’s yearlong celebration of its 50th anniversary at Astor Place. September 18–November 5, 425 Lafayette St., 212-539-8500; public theater.org
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SIMONS SAYS WITH A REFRESHED FLAGSHIP STORE AND RAVE RUNWAY REVIEWS, DESIGN STAR RAF SIMONS IS REBUILDING CALVIN LEIN FROM THE GROUND UP.
Since arriving at Calvin Klein just over a year ago, Raf Simons has reestablished its cultural cred, but his eyes remain laserfocused on the brand’s future.
It’s a season of fresh starts at Calvin Klein. The first collections from Raf Simons, the new chief creative officer, are emerging in stores, and the brand’s Madison Avenue flagship has reopened with a new design inspired by Simons’s vision for the season. Having built a reputation as perhaps the greatest talent in fashion today through his work at Jil Sander and Dior, Simons has helped spark excitement about Calvin Klein. The Belgian designer presented his first show to glowing reviews in February, after coming on board in August 2016. The Autumn/Winter collection was filled with primary-color separates, power blazers, plastic trench coats, and—staying true to the brand’s history—plenty of see-through tops. For the store’s reopening, Simons recruited the artist Sterling Ruby, a longtime collaborator, to create an installation (originally designed by British architect John Pawson) that would play on the themes of the collection and the idea of construction. (The whole building is scheduled for remodeling in the near future.) Ruby’s work is already a part of the Calvin Klein identity: After Simons joined the company, Ruby redesigned two spaces in its Garment District headquarters.
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY WILLY VANDERPERRE. OPPOSITE PAGE: ELIZABETH FELICELLA (STORE); GIOVANNI GIANNONI (RUNWAY); COURTESY OF CALVIN KLEIN (ACCESSORIES)
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Simons’s vision for Calvin Klein is reflected in the brand’s refurbished Madison Avenue flagship, featuring vibrant primary colors (like this Delightful Yellow) and scaffolding that symbolizes the start of a new era.
The three-story Madison Avenue flagship is now an arresting yellow (Benjamin Moore’s Delightful Yellow), while the scaffolding that spans the space is intended to convey the idea that this is the start of a new era for Calvin Klein. Vintage quilts are also displayed throughout, reinforcing the elements of Americana in both Ruby’s work and the Calvin Klein ethos. Ruby’s own textile artworks hang alongside them. Building on the sense of home is a new line of Calvin Klein bedding, sold beside home goods from other brands— coffee mugs from Homer Laughlin, vases from celebrated ceramicist Rose Cabat, and vintage Italian glassware. The Sterling Ruby partnership is the latest in a series of recent branding efforts that have helped Calvin Klein remain
firmly in the cultural dialogue. Last winter’s ad campaign for Calvin Klein underwear, featuring the wildly popular male stars of Moonlight, caused a big splash. (Simons also dressed the cast for the Oscars, and star Ashton Sanders attended the Met Ball in one of his looks.) Further cementing his pop-culture cred, Simons worked with photographer Alasdair McLellan on a music video for the song “I Dare You” by the xx, starring Millie Bobby Brown (of Stranger Things) and Paris Jackson. That’s not to suggest Simons’s focus has strayed from his main gig. In June, he took home CFDA Fashion Awards for Designer of the Year in both menswear and womenswear, becoming only the second designer to do so. The first? Calvin Klein himself, in 1993.
above: Bucket bag in luxe calf, $1,795, and metal sunglasses, $450. left: A look from Calvin Klein’s Autumn/Winter 2017 collection.
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SCENE DINE
DIVIDE AND CONQUER ONE OF NEW YORK CITY’S MOST ICONIC RESTAURANTS IS REINVENTED INTO A JAWDROPPING SPECTACLE FOR THE EYES AND PALATE. BY MATTHEW WEXLER PHOTOGRAPHY BY EVAN SUNG
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The former Four Seasons Restaurant has been lavishly rebooted to capture its past luster and reinvigorate Manhattan’s luxury dining scene. Major Food Group— a New York-based restaurant group founded by Mario Carbone, Rich Torissi, and Jeff Zalaznick—has opened three unique venues in the space, with one more on the way (an as-of-yet-unnamed Japanese restaurant). “This is the greatest restaurant space of all time,” says Zalaznick, “and we’re doing everything we can to honor that.” Here’s a rundown of what to eat, drink, and see.
THE GRILL
“The room is a total historical restoration,” says Zalaznick, who enlisted the expertise of architects and designers to recapture the legendary visuals. Chef/ partner Mario Carbone oversees a throwback menu inspired by steakhouse classics while captains in Tom Ford tuxedos serve up plenty of flourishes, including spit-roasted prime rib trolley service. Two to taste: Carbone’s bold menu includes foie gras, grilled and
accompanied by a Worcestershire green onion sauce and sweet pickled red pearl onions, and venison Cumberland, dressed with a huckleberry and walnut puree and served with his take on the classic port-inspired sauce. Two to toast: Beverage Director Thomas Waugh revisits the classics and offers his unique spin with variations like the Alaska, a classic gin martini that swaps yellow chartreuse for vermouth, and the Scarlett O’Hara, prepared with Southern Comfort and housemade cranberry juice.
OPPOSITE PAGE: PHOTOGRAPHY BY ADRIAN GAUT (THE GRILL)
Major Food Group’s Rich Torrisi, Jeff Zalaznick, and Mario Carbone. left, from top: The Grill’s new menu includes grilled foie gras with pickled red pearl onions; a mixologist prepares a Jalapeño cocktail at The Pool Lounge.
The Grill recaptures the Four Seasons’ luster and legendary ambience that made the restaurant a magnet for the city’s power brokers. left: Black bass for two at The Pool.
See and be seen: Request a balcony table to catch a glimpse of the A-list crowd as well as the full impact of Marie Nichols’s signature rippling sheer curtains and Richard Lippold’s ceiling sculpture. THE POOL
Diners enter The Pool through a hallway featuring a lush plant sculpture by Paula Hayes and restored wine room, which now glows golden with the world’s largest collection of Chateau d’Yquem, Bordeaux’s famous
Sauternes. Design touches include custom-made, ocean-inspired appetizer plates by Japanese ceramics manufacturer Nikko, Riva flatware from Brazil, and Georg Jensen bowls. It was a very good year: Art that harkens from 1958 (the year the Seagram Building was erected) surrounds the entryway, including works by Miró and Twombly, while Alexander Calder’s 1973 mobile 3 Segments gloriously hovers over the bustling room below. Two to taste: Chef/partner
Rich Torrisi’s globally inspired seafood menu offers pristine preparations like thick-sliced, cured Alaskan king salmon, topped with crushed black peppercorns and accompanied by boiled La Ratte potatoes with aioli, as well as the show-stopping black bass for two, broiled in a bath of white wine and minced shallots, served tableside and finished with oregano oil. Behind the scenes: Request a kitchen tour where herringbone-planked floors divide entirely independent work spaces
and salvaged equipment from ocean vessels is now used as heating lamps.
palette that Zalaznick describes as a “luxurious underwater cocoon.”
THE POOL LOUNGE
Two to toast: Waugh crafts fruit-forward cocktails based on single ingredients. Inspired by a mojito, the Watermelon combines white rum, fresh watermelon juice, and a touch of vanilla with Japanese shiso leaves in lieu of mint. The Jalapeño riffs on a martinistyle cocktail, featuring tequila, crushed cucumber, sea salt water, and dry fino sherry. 99 E. 52nd St., 212-375-9001; thegrillnewyork.com
The Pool’s former private dining room has been converted into a 70-seat lounge, complete with mother-of-pearl bar. “When we were designing The Pool Lounge, we wanted a one-of-a-kind space for New York and for the world,” says Zalaznick. The William Georgis-designed space features onyx and nickel cocktail tables, floor lamps produced by Italian glassmaker Seguso, and a
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STYLE #TRENDING Resin baroque pearl and crystal necklace, $2,280, at Gucci.
Extreme cologne, $130, at Tom Ford.
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Runway pilot sunglasses, $250, at Tory Burch.
Arthur Script large briefcase, $928, at Tory Burch.
Coat, $3,250, at Bottega Veneta.
Large rounded ring, $400, at Dior.
Leather football, $150, at Shinola.
Alem no. High-heel Patursulvit, patusleather Chelsea boot, derortabem ordio, $1,000, at Fendi. sentemqua cepos Leather double-T loafer, $825, at Tod’s.
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Off campus, on the runway: With rich monotones accented with a statement patterned tweed, Stella McCartney flaunted the cold-weather collegiate styles taking haute couture by storm at her Fall/Winter 2017 show.
Hardcase check-print shoulder bag, $498, at Tory Burch.
Gold-plated steel-case watch with leather strap, $2,625, at Hermès.
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MÉNAGE À FAB MEET THREE STARLETS WHO ARE BRINGING IT TO BINGE-WORTHY TV THIS FALL. BY SCOTT HUVER
As a fresh fall television season gears up with the requisite sea of up-and-comers looking to grab your attention, a trio of talented young actresses has already arrived, armed with that extra special ingredient: buzz, baby. MIKEY MADISON
“MAX IS LIKE HER OWN REAL PERSON. SHE’S NOT JUST THE TOKEN GIRL, OR THE TOKEN ‘HOT GIRL.’ SHE HAS FLAWS AND INTERESTING LITTLE THINGS THAT ALL DIFFERENT PEOPLE HAVE.” —mikey madison
Role playing: “Max is like her own real person. She’s not just the token girl, or the token ‘hot girl.’ She has flaws and interesting little things that all different people have… I want people, especially girls, to look at Max and be like, ‘Okay, I’ve been through this, I know what’s going on now’—and maybe take something away from that.” Her path into acting: “I was just painfully and totally shy, very reserved, and worried about saying the wrong thing. But I also had this yearning to express myself and not be afraid to be sad or angry. I
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Better Things’ Mikey Madison is an actress to watch.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY CATIE LAFFOON
After a breakout performance as Pamela Adlon’s often difficult eldest daughter on FX’s fan-fave dramedy Better Things, the 17-year-old actress returns with an even bigger spotlight in Season Two. @mikeymadison
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“MY CHARACTER IS SOMEONE WHO IS LOOKING FOR TROUBLE, AND THUS FAR, SHE IS PRETTY EXCITED ABOUT WHAT SHE’S DOING.” —emily meade
Emily Meade wears a Flynn dress, $595, at cinqasept.nyc; Douce de desert pumps,$895, at Christian Louboutin; and silver pipe ring, $215, by Jennifer Fisher at Barneys New York.
found that outlet through acting. I was allowed to feel all these emotions— then at the same time come home and not have to go through what the character’s going through!” Having two shrinks for parents: “I used to be kind of resentful—like they were constantly psychoanalyzing me. Now I know that they were just trying to teach me to understand what I was feeling and going through… Acting-wise, it’s
helped me figure out a character’s little twists and turns, and just get in their head more.” EMILY MEADE
The 28-year-old plays a young woman venturing a tad too eagerly into the world of sex work in HBO’s The Deuce, writerproducer David Simon’s dark exploration of New York’s ’70s-era descent into porn-fueled seediness. @need4meade
The joys of being bad: “My character is someone who is looking for trouble, and thus far, she is pretty excited about what she’s doing. She’s kind of a shitty, selfish person, in a lot of ways—I don’t think she’s somebody who demands overwhelming empathy and sympathy! It’s almost bizarre how willing she is to get herself into trouble.” Warning! Adult content: “I said, ‘Yeah, whatever—so what? I’ve done dark things
before.’ I don’t have that fear of ‘Oh no, where will I go that I can’t come back from?’ But until you’re actually there on the cold streets at night surrounded by people who look like scary pimps in this dark, dreamlike world… Hmm… I remember during the pilot thinking, ‘Holy moly— what did I get myself into?’ But like anything, you grow a comfort zone within it.” On holding off on fame until age 18: “I
was like, ‘Okay, I’m ready. I’m an adult. Get me out there! I want to win an Oscar by 22!’ But I do feel like once you reach a certain level of fame, you stop experiencing life in the way that everybody else—the characters you’re playing—experience it. I’ve been insanely grateful to not only get to work through my demons and have my privacy, but also just gain more and more life experience as a citizen of the world.”
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Marvel’s Runaways’ Ariela Barer, photographed at home in LA.
ARIELA BARER
The 18-year-old actress-cum-musician snatched a plum role in Marvel’s Runaways, Hulu’s entry into the superhero genre, as the snarky, purple-haired young crusader Gert Yorkes, a fan favorite from the comic book. @ariela.barer Building “character”: “When this opportunity came up, I was like, ‘Oh my god!’ Just being a part of the coolest, first-ever teenage team to be in the ‘Marvel Cinematic Universe’— it’s just a dream… It’s a little ridiculous how similar Gert and I are. Her kind of social justice is exactly the sort of thing I’ve been passionate about since I was her age. We share a fiery passion for wanting a better world.” Heroine chick!: “It was my first time doing any superhero-type stuff recently, and I’m like, ‘Oh man, I’ve got to get in shape! I’m having trouble just running.’ I don’t want to sell myself as someone who is, like, totally out of shape, who just sits at home all day. But then… I kind of just sit at home all day sometimes.” Acting up: “One of my earliest memories is being 4 and asking for an agent, and my parents being like, ‘What the hell?’ They put me in theater groups, because they were like, ‘No way we’re letting our 4-year-old act!’ They were so afraid of the stage-parent thing—‘school is always first!’ This is really the first year I’ve been able to dive in as much as I’ve always wanted to. And it’s been, of course, the best thing!”
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“IT’S RIDICULOUS HOW SIMILAR GERT AND I ARE. WE SHARE A FIERY PASSION FOR WANTING A BETTER WORLD.” —ariela barer
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DO IT AGAIN CAN THE NEW PUBLIC HOTEL DO FOR HOSPITALITY WHAT STUDIO 54 DID FOR NIGHTLIFE? IAN SCHRAGER, FOUNDER OF BOTH, SAYS “YES.”
Legendary hotelier Ian Schrager (top left) wants to redefine the concept of luxury with the new Public hotel. above: Schrager likens the hotel’s guest rooms, designed by Herzog & de Meuron, to cabins on a yacht. top right: He describes the hotel’s cocktail bar, Diego, as “conversational and elegant... almost like a gentlemen’s club in London,” while the rooftop bar (opposite page, top right) is “a more rambunctious party.”
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Tell us a little bit of the thought process behind the Public hotel. I saw a void in the marketplace. Everything changes. Fashion changes, culture changes, art changes, cars we drive change, even the kitchen appliances we use change. And for some reason hotels haven’t. In addition to that, the definition of luxury has changed. I don’t think it’s about status and prestige, or how much something costs. I think it’s really about how it makes you feel. What did Jean-Georges Vongerichten, someone so associated with fine dining, think about the luxury-for-all concept and how that might relate to his restaurant for the hotel? He loves it. He thinks it’s a great
idea. The hotel and the restaurant are not dumbed down. We’re not appealing to the lowest—we’re appealing to the highest common denominator. I was struck by the hotel’s public spaces. They’re so pronounced and beautifully designed—almost like a multistory club. Was that a part of the thinking as well—the idea of what a public space could be? It just made sense to do a public space that was a microcosm of the best New York City had to offer. We were trying to make a hotel more than just a place to sleep. If you wanted to go to the best restaurant, the best bar, the best club, to see the best entertainment, or the best cultural events, it just
THIS PAGE: PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHAD BATKA (PORTRAIT); NIKOLAS KOENIG (GUEST ROOM, DIEGO). OPPOSITE PAGE: PHOTOGRAPHY BY DUSTIN PITTMAN (MINNELLI); PETER L. GOULD/IMAGES (OUTSIDE STUDIO 54); © ROSE HARTMAN (JAGGER); NIKOLAS KOENIG (BAR)
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“I’M ALWAYS AFRAID THAT I’M GOING TO THROW A PARTY AND NO ONE IS GOING TO COME. THAT’S WHAT MAKES ME SO RELENTLESS, I SUPPOSE.”—ian schrager
Schrager’s new coffee-table book (far left) looks at the heyday of Studio 54, which attracted the likes of (from top) Liza Minnelli and her father, Vincente Minnelli; Mikhail Baryshnikov and Bianca and Mick Jagger; and New York’s pleasure-seeking crowds.
made sense [to have it] right downstairs—never having to leave. It’s almost like a social and community-center space. In your new coffee-table book about Studio 54 (Rizzoli, $75), you mention your fear that the club was so big it would look empty if there weren’t enough people. Are you still dogged by those fears? Of course. I’m always afraid that I’m going to throw a party and no one is going to come. I was then, and I still am. That’s what makes me so relentless, I suppose. It’s not easy to make the It spot. How do you do it? You have to create magic. If you ask me how you do that, I couldn’t tell you. I think it’s just a question of mastering all the details. Put it
all together. When you do that, the alchemy happens, and people respond to it. There’s no map. It’s done very intuitively. Is it about pleasing others or pleasing yourself? Well, honestly, I think any creative person knows things that they themselves like and then they’re always amazed that other people also like them. I think probably the great fashion designers do the clothes they love. The great film directors do the kind of movies they like. That’s the way to be true to yourself. You happen to be lucky if what you’re doing is also something that resonates with lots of people. Did writing the Studio book make you nostalgic, or would you choose a different adjective? I’m not a really nostalgic person.
I more loved putting it into context and kind of trying to explain why it’s become such a phenomenon and why it continues to mesmerize people. Still, was there one memory that just grabbed you by the heart and wouldn’t let go? I remember the first night we opened. I had left, I was exhausted. The whole place had been built in six weeks. Steve [Rubell, the club’s cofounder] called me up early the next morning—he was just getting in—telling me that we were on the front page of the New York Post. That’s one of the fond memories. You left when it was going well, but you didn’t realize it was going to be as big as it was. Right. How could you? It’s been about two months
since the Public hotel opened. Is it too soon to say it’s a success? If it was Studio, I’d be going home now. 215 Chrystie St., 212-7356000; publichotels.com
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STYLE OPENINGS Smocked feminine blouse in off-white and velvet D-ring wrap skirt in noir, from Frame’s Fall/Winter collection.
ABOVE: Miami’s cutting-edge fashion destination The Webster is opening an outpost in Soho. LEFT: The Webster’s Laure Hériard Dubreuil.
THEY’RE HERE! PLAN A SHOPPING STAYCATION WHEN TWO CULT FAVORITES MAKE THE MOVE TO NYC.
You’ll need a new reason to visit Miami this year, as The Webster, Florida’s fashion gem, finally has a home in New York City (29 Greene St.; thewebster.us). Opening in October, the store will occupy six floors of a landmarked 1878 Soho building, where VIP clients will be able to take advantage of a private penthouse and terrace with city views. Hit up the cutting-edge boutique for the top-tier labels—Chanel, Dior,
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Raf Simons, The Row, and Vetements among them—and on-point curation that have made Laure Hériard Dubreuil’s shop a national destination. For all your beauty needs, head to the fifth floor, the entirety of which will be devoted to a full-service salon overseen by French hairstylist David Mallett. And you can cross Los Angeles off your list as well. Devotees of the cult denim brand Frame will be delighted
to learn that the LA favorite has chosen Soho (51 Greene St.; framestore.com) for its second store. The timing couldn’t be better: While its unbeatable jean silhouette remains a staple, the nearly five-year-old line’s fall collection includes many non-denim treasures. Look for a leather trench coat, an impeccable velvet blazer, and ruffled blouses, all perfect for pairing with your skinnies.
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THE WEBSTER’S TOP-TIER LABELS AND ON-POINT CURATION HAVE MADE IT A NATIONAL DESTINATION.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY AARON DAVIDSON/GETTY IMAGES FOR THE WEBSTER (STORE); COURTESY OF THE WEBSTER (PORTRAIT); COURTESY OF FRAME (FRAME LOOK BOOK)
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STYLE SHOP TALK
MAD FOR MADISON! MAJOR FASHION HOUSES ARE MIGRATING UPTOWN. BY ADRIENNE GAFFNEY
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF STELLA MCCARTNEY; COURTESY OF TOM FORD; COURTESY OF BALENCIAGA
SECOND NATURE
FROM TOP: Tom Ford’s new two-story Madison Avenue boutique exudes discreet luxury; a look from Balenciaga’s Fall/ Winter 2017 runway; pink velvet Falabella box bag ($970), at Stella McCartney Madison Avenue.
Stella McCartney’s second New York store carries over the designer’s embrace of sustainability with décor in handmade and organic materials— fluted ceramic tiles, reclaimed timber, and textural cast concrete. The expansive 4,340square-foot space features a sky-lit lounge and grand staircase, as well as McCartney’s women’s ready-to-wear, accessories, lingerie, and swimwear. 929 Madison Ave., 212-320-8350; stellamccartney.com NEW DIGS
The sparseness of Balenciaga’s new outpost, the first US location opened under Creative Director Demna Gvasalia, contrasts deeply with the brand’s two Soho locations. Carrying Balenciaga’s women’s and men’s collections and accessories, the 1,800-square-foot shop is
done up in concrete, glass, aluminum, and leather and features the logopatterned carpet that made such a splash at the 2017 Fall/Winter show. Three statues by artist Mark Jenkins wear pieces from the collection. 840 Madison Ave., 212-3281671; balenciaga.com A HOME FOR LUXURY
Replacing Tom Ford’s former flagship is a new space on Madison at 61st Street, on the ground floor of the famed Carlton House. Architect William Sofield worked with Ford to create the luxe, twostory space that includes everything from ready-towear and shoes to luggage and a men’s perfumery. A discreet second-floor VIP salon caters to clients looking for made-to-measure service and a more personalized experience. 672 Madison Ave., 212-359-0300; tomford.com
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Inspired by Lexus’s LFA supercar, the center gauge ring [1] employs thin-film transistor (TFT) display technology and moves to the left and right while driving. Metallic-trimmed rotary knobs [2] next to the steering wheel provide quick traction control and suspension setting changes. Plus, the low instrument panel position and low hood line [3] help give the driver a commanding view of the road, despite a very low, sporty seating position.
In addition to a leatherstitched center cap [4], attention to detail is on display in the outer wheel [5], too, which features different circumferences and careful stitching for the perfect grip, allowing the magnesium-alloy paddle shifters [6] to fall readily into hand.
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The flowing lines of the door panels [7] add visual depth and a sense of constant movement to the interior, while the metallic
door handle [8] is perfectly contoured to the hand. CENTER CONSOLE
Embedding the 10.3-inch color screen [9] in the leather dash (at the level of the instrument cluster) while extending the center stack [10] toward the driver adds depth—a plus for ergonomics and the driver’s sight lines. The screen responds to the Remote Touch Interface pad, displaying everything from navigation instructions to Lexus’s Enform App Suite. In a nod to
old-school luxury, Lexus added an elegant analog timepiece [11] just to the right of the screen. LEATHER DETAILING
“Takumi” is the Japanese word for artisan, and Lexus’s takumi craftsmanship is on full display in the meticulously wrapped leather gearshift [12], the contrast stitching just underneath the magnesium-colored climate control buttons [13], and the sculpted side bolster [14], which gradually rises to create a grab
handle for passengers and add another layer of depth to the interior design. LOWER CONSOLE
Knurled seeking and tuning buttons, as well as a gleaming volume knob [15], make audio adjustments painless. A high, well-padded armrest [16] is ideal for operating Lexus’s new Remote Touch Interface pad, which understands gesture inputs like swiping, tapping, and drawing when entering various infotainment commands.
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STYLE MILESTONE
DIOR AT 70! NEW COLLECTIONS, NEW BOOKS, A NEW MUSEUM EXHIBIT… ALL EYES ARE ON THE MOST PARISIAN OF MAISONS DURING ITS ANNIVERSARY YEAR. BY ADRIENNE GAFFNEY
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The second of Assouline’s seven Dior tomes, Dior by Yves Saint Laurent (RIGHT), chronicles Saint Laurent’s designs, such as this 1959 Vie de Château evening dress in olive-green velvet with mink trim. LEFT: A museum exhibit in Paris includes more than 300 Dior dresses from 1947 to the present. ABOVE: Rose Dior Pré Catelan ring, $7,600, Dior Fine Jewelry.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY ADRIEN DIRAND (EXHIBIT); COURTESY OF DIOR (LAWRENCE, RUNWAY); LAZIZ HAMANI (VIE DE CHÂTEAU DRESS)
Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Fall/Winter 2017 show was an homage to blue, Christian Dior’s favorite color. RIGHT: Jennifer Lawrence attended the show in an outfit pulled from Dior’s recent Resort collection.
Dior is marking a major birthday—and giving fashion lovers worldwide a lot to celebrate. A new fall collection by first-year creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri, a limited-edition jewelry range, an Assouline book series, and a museum retrospective for the ages each offers its own tribute to le monde de Dior. Standout jewelry and timepieces honor the brand’s history. The Dior VIII Montaigne Tissage Precieux watch comes with three fabric bands—herringbone, houndstooth, and cannage—that celebrate Dior’s classic textile motifs. New additions to the Rose Dior jewelry collection, designed by the house’s haute joaillerie honcho, Victoire de Castellane, include the beloved Pré Catelan necklace in rose gold with diamonds and rose quartz. Luxury book publisher Assouline takes a biographical look back at Dior’s evolution with a series of tomes honoring each of the house’s seven creative directors. The first two, Dior by Christian Dior and Dior by Yves Saint Laurent, are out now, with Dior by Marc Bohan set for a November release. In-house, Chiuri took her own account of the house’s rich legacy with her Fall/Winter 2017 womenswear collection. A journey through the decades, it is saturated in shades of deep blue, inspired by the founder’s devotion to the color. The collection is recognizably Dior but undeniably young, energetic. The most ambitious tribute of all is “Christian Dior: Couturier du Rêve,” a 300-piece museum exhibit spanning 32,000 feet and running through January at Paris’s Musée des Arts Décoratifs. Taken together, it’s a fitting ode to the man and the house that took fashion to the edge—with a glimpse of what might lay beyond. 21 E. 57th St., 212-931-2950; dior.com
STYLE FRAGRANCE The key notes of Jason Wu’s new eponymous fragrance ($145 for 3 oz.) include jasmine sambac, peony, and lily of the valley. The nude color of the juice, he says, “was inspired by the pressed-powder compacts of the 1950s and embodies the sophistication and refinement of the Jason Wu woman.” SHOWN HERE: Jason Wu eau de parfum, shower oil, and body cream.
Jason Wu (LEFT) has launched a new scent with floral notes that take him back to his childhood. ABOVE: A sketch of the fragrance bottle. BELOW, LEFT AND RIGHT: Looks from Jason Wu’s Fall/ Winter 2017–18 runway show.
EAU WU!! ON THE EVE OF HIS FIRST FRAGRANCE LAUNCH, NEW YORK POWERHOUSE DESIGNER JASON WU SITS DOWN WITH GOTHAM FOR AN EXCLUSIVE ONE-ON-ONE.
We have watched you rise through the ranks to become one of the most prolific designers. Has a fragrance been something you have long wanted for your namesake portfolio? It’s been a dream project of mine to create my own fragrance. I’ve done many different collaborations within beauty over the past decade, and it was always the goal to launch beauty under my own brand one day. It’s been an incredibly personal project for me. What notes in the fragrance resonate with you the most? When I started the project with perfumer Frank Voelkl at Firmenich, he showed me over 200 raw ingredients, and I kept going back to this one
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note that stood out for me. I realized my affinity for jasmine sambac because it brought me back to my childhood in Taiwan when I used to pick these flowers from my neighbor’s wall full of jasmines. The scent triggered such a strong reaction from me. You are a quintessential New Yorker. Are there any senses of the city that you feel in the fragrance? There is a modernity about the scent that feels very New York. The contrast between the different types of florals and fruits that come from different parts of the world feels so multidimensional—just like the city. Saks Fifth Avenue, 611 Fifth Ave., 212-753-4000; 225 Liberty St., 646-3446300; saks.com
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“IT WAS ALWAYS THE GOAL TO LAUNCH BEAUTY UNDER MY OWN BRAND ONE DAY. IT’S BEEN AN INCREDIBLY PERSONAL PROJECT FOR ME.” —JASON WU
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF JASON WU (FRAGRANCE, SKETCH, WU); ESTROP/GETTY IMAGES (RUNWAY)
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STYLE WATCH OUT
SIMPLY IRRESISTIBLE SIMPLICITY, A STRONG TIMEPIECE TREND, IS TEMPTING GOTHAM’S TASTEMAKERS THIS SEASON WITH STRAIGHTFORWARD STYLE AND ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE. BY ALDOUS TUCK
Leonardo da Vinci once said, “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” Although this most famous Renaissance man preceded the earliest watches by mere decades, his idea has stood the test of time. This season, Swiss watchmakers are embracing simple, timeless designs: Clean lines, uncomplicated dials, effortless construction, and straightforward materials are taking the market by storm—and speaking to those who crave the uncluttered. These finely crafted timepieces will make the right style statement for years to come, both in the boardroom and out on the town. For more watch features and expanded coverage, go to gotham-magazine.com/watches-and-jewelry.
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CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the first precious-metal Royal Oaks, Audemars Piguet created a series of Royal Oak Extra Thin ($55,400) versions in 18-karat yellow gold. There are two Petite Tapisserie patterned dials, one in AP’s classic blue, the other in vintage-inspired champagne. Both have an ultrathin self-winding Manufacture caliber 2121 movement, only 3.05mm thick. Wempe, 700 Fifth Ave., 212397-9000; audemarspiguet.com Building on the popularity of last year’s Drive de Cartier debut, Cartier released the limited-edition Drive de Cartier Flat ($15,300) at this year’s SIHH. The classic cushion shape can seamlessly segue from sporty to dressy. The hand-wound caliber 430MC movement is housed in the slim 6.6mm case and features a 36-hour power reserve. Tourneau
Time Machine, 12 E. 57th St., 212-758-7300; cartier.com Crafted in ethical rose gold, the Chopard L.U.C. XPS Twist QF Fairmined ($18,850) blends ethical, aesthetical, and technical qualities in an ultrathin case. The watch earned the Fleurier Quality Foundation label after undergoing the industry’s most demanding certification protocol. The stamped sunburst design on the slate-gray dial was inspired by gold nuggets. The L.U.C. 96.09-L self-winding movement offers a 65-hour power reserve. Wempe, 700 Fifth Ave., 212-397-9000; chopard.com Richard Mille’s RM 67-01 Automatic Extra Flat ($86,500) maintains visual depth for the brand’s iconic skeletonized movement, which features a caliber that is a mere 3.6mm thick. It’s the sleekest of RM’s tonneau-shaped pieces. Each case requires more
than 215 separate machining operations—not to mention extensive hand-brushing and -polishing—before the movement is mounted within its subtle lines. Cellini Jewelers, 509 Madison Ave., 212-888-0505; richardmille.com Introduced at Baselworld, Tudor’s Heritage Black Bay 41 ($2,950) continues the design tradition of the iconic Black Bay line. The elegant lacquer dial is inspired by the brand’s diving watches from the 1950s and is complemented by “snowflake” hands, which were first introduced in 1969. A flat sapphire crystal and steel case round out the clean, minimalist look, which is honored by any of the piece’s three band options: stainless steel, leather, or camouflage fabric. London Jewelers at Westfield World Trade Center, 185 Greenwich St., 212-381-9455; tudorwatch.com
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SPACE WHERE WHAT NOW
BROOKLYN’S FINEST LONG THE ORIGINATOR OF YOUNG AND HIP TRENDS, BROOKLYN IS GROWING UP A BIT, WITH STYLISH NEW RESTAURANTS, HOTELS, AND MORE.
EAT The swanky Italian eatery Cecconi’s (55 Water St., 718-6503900; cecconisdumbo.com) has opened its first New York location, on the Dumbo waterfront. Drop in for a strawberry rosé spritz and settle into one of the luxurious tufted-velvet sofas. Later this year, SoHo House will open a private club named Dumbo House above Cecconi’s, on the top two floors of the Empire Stores building. The team behind Grand Banks in the West Village has opened Pilot (Pier 6, Brooklyn Bridge Park), an oyster bar in a historic schooner docked at Pier 6 in Brooklyn Bridge Park. On the menu you’ll find
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po’boys, ceviche, and original cocktails. DeKalb Market Hall (445 Albee Sq. West, 929-359-6555; dekalb markethall.com), located in the City Point development in downtown Brooklyn, is this year’s biggest nonfranchise food hall opening. Forty local and regional vendors provide graband-go food, alongside a butcher, an artisanal cheese shop, a bakery, and a fishmonger. You’ll find some New York favorites: Katz’s Deli, the Queens street-food icon Arepa Lady, the handcrafted ice cream spot Ample Hills Creamery, the classic Italian deli Lioni Italian Heroes, barbecue from Fletcher’s, and createyour-own cake pops from POP Cake Shop.
Cecconi’s in Dumbo (TOP LEFT) is serving up crave-worthy modern Italian fare, like this agnolotti with truffles.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAVE BURK (CECCONI’S EXTERIOR); OUSSAMA ZAHR (DISH). OPPOSITE PAGE: PHOTOGRAPHY BY LEVI MILLER (COCKTAIL); DAVE BURK PHOTOGRAPHY (CECCONI’S); PASCAL PERICH (HOMESTORIES)
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Inside and out: At Cecconi’s, diners can choose between the moody dining room, with its centerpiece bar, or the outdoor patio, with views of the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges. right: HomeStories.
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DROP IN FOR A ROSÉ SPRITZ AND SETTLE INTO A LUXURIOUS TUFTED-VELVET SOFA. A R OU N D T OW N : DINE & DRINK French Louie Charming neighborhood bistro with a lovely garden. 320 Atlantic Ave., 718-935-1200; frenchlouienyc.com Maison May Vanderbilt Cozy spot for breakfast and lunch. 270 Vanderbilt Ave., 718-789-2278; maison-may.com Kings County Imperial Stylish, modern Chinese food with lazy Susans and round booths. 20 Skillman Ave., 718-610-2000; kingscoimperial.com Roman’s Neighborhood restaurant with simple and delicious Italian dishes. 243 DeKalb Ave., 718-622-5300; romansnyc.com
Kings County Imperial’s Swim the Gowanus cocktail.
Insa Korean barbecue with a fabulous bar and karaoke in the back. 328 Douglass St., 718-855-2620; insabrooklyn.com Lavender Lake Cocktail bar in Gowanus featuring house-made sodas. 383 Carroll St., 347-799-2154; lavenderlake.com
Inside the sprawling Empire Stores building (53-83 Water St., 718-858-8555; empirestoresdumbo.com), a former 19th-century coffee warehouse in Dumbo, you’ll find Shinola Detroit’s first Brooklyn outpost, a new and gorgeous West Elm, and the first Feed store from Lauren Bush Lauren, with food from City Bakery and coffee from La Colombe. At the newly opened megadevelopment City Point (445 Albee Sq. West; citypoint brooklyn.com) in downtown Brooklyn, shoppers can enjoy a store from the Danish design chain Flying Tiger Copenhagen, plus Target and Sephora, to name just a few. This fall, several new retailers will join the shopping hub: Fellow Barber, Torly and Tooby, and Joybird Furniture. Earlier this summer, Domino magazine hosted a summer pop-up shop and coffee bar at City Point, selling a curated mix of goods.
STAY Situated on Pier 1 in Brooklyn Bridge Park, 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge (60 Furman St., 347-6962400; 1hotels.com) is a
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SPACE WHERE WHAT NOW The snazzy 22nd-floor cocktail bar Westlight and a King bedroom at the new hotel William Vale.
A R OU N D T OW N : HOME & CLOTHES HomeStories Chic, minimalist home goods. 148 Montague St., 718-855-7575; homestories.com Bird Stylish selection of women’s clothing and accessories. Various Brooklyn locations Picnic This neighborhood children’s boutique, for newborns to 6-year-olds, is also opening Disco, a sister boutique for tweens, this fall at 289 Court Street. 192 Amity St., 718-237-0670; picnicbrooklyn.com Collyer’s Mansion Perfectly curated home furnishings store that also offers design services. 179 Atlantic Ave., 347-9873342; shopthemansion.com
stand, a 24-hour fitness center, the Neighbors café, and a 50-person screening room. Upriver in Williamsburg, you’ll find the newly opened William Vale hotel (111 N. 12th St., 718-631-8400; thewilliamvale.com). With 183 rooms, this luxe modern property is set on a 15,000-square-foot elevated grassy promenade. Chef Andrew Carmellini oversees the
WESTLIGHT IS A CHIC INDOOR-OUTDOOR COCKTAIL BAR SERVING BITES IN FRONT OF STUNNING PANORAMIC VIEWS.
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Backpacks and totes (below) from the leather experts at Shinola, whose first Brooklyn store is in Dumbo.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY NOAH FECKS (WESTLIGHT); JODY KIVORT (GUEST ROOM); OUSSAMA ZAHR (SHINOLA). OPPOSITE PAGE: PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF 1 HOTEL BROOKLYN BRIDGE (HOTEL); COURTESY OF BOOKS ARE MAGIC (BOOKS)
nature-focused luxury hotel committed to sustainability and environmental preservation. Most rooms offer panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline and include marble rain showers, floor-to-ceiling windows, lush plants, and custom bath products with earthy scents. Enjoy the outdoor rooftop bar and plunge pool, Bamford Haybarn Spa, the lobby farm-
Lounging in your hammock amidst the greenery at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge, you may think you’re in Bora Bora, until you glance out the window and see the Manhattan skyline. right: Books Are Magic.
hotel’s culinary concerns with Leuca, a southern Italian spot serving woodfired pizzas and handmade pasta, and Mister Dips, a 1974 Airstream trailer offering burgers, fries, dairy dips, and floats. On the 22nd floor is Westlight, a chic indoor-outdoor cocktail bar serving bites in front of stunning panoramic views of New York City. Take a dip in the 60-foot outdoor pool, the longest in Brooklyn, and relax in one of the cabanas.
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A R OU N D T OW N : ON THE CALENDAR
1 HOTEL BROOKLYN BRIDGE IS A NATUREFOCUSED LUXURY HOTEL COMMITTED TO SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PRESERVATION.
In Brooklyn Bridge Park, visit Anish Kapoor’s sculpture Descension, a continuously spiraling whirlpool 26 feet in diameter; the impressive installation is on view through September 10 at Pier 1. Over in Cobble Hill, visit novelist Emma Straub’s new independent bookstore, Books Are Magic (225 Smith St., 718-246-2665; booksare magic.net). In mid-September, Stephen King and Michael Chabon will give readings. Beginning October 19, the smash London theater hit People, Places & Things will have its US premiere at the newly renovated St. Ann’s Warehouse (45 Water St., 718-834-8794; stanns warehouse.org). Denise Gough reprises her compelling performance in the first collaboration between St. Ann’s and the National Theater.
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MAGNIFICENT MÉRIDA
The entrance at Chablé sets the tone at this historic property, which sits on a former sisal plantation.
SPA TREATMENTS TAKE INSPIRATION FROM ANCIENT MAYA AT THE GORGEOUS MEXICAN WELLNESS RESORT CHABLÉ. BY RIMA SUQI
Creating a resort on a historic property can be a daunting task, but at Chablé, a luxurious Mexican property about 30 minutes outside Mérida, the team has nailed it. Guests arrive at a 19th century manor house,
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an age-old building set on 750 acres of a former sisal—or agave—plantation. Accommodations, however, are very much of the 21st century. Outside, individual pool villas are surrounded by lush greenery, outdoor showers,
and hammocks; and inside, floor-to-ceiling windows make it seem like you’re sleeping in the jungle. A world-class spa features Mayan-inspired treatments, as well as yoga and meditation, and the opportunity to have a healing session with
a shaman. Wellness extends to culinary offerings from the regional, seasonal cuisine (much of it sourced from the resort’s own garden) to the daily juice offered at breakfast to the extensive wine and tequila offerings (be sure to try the
house añejo). For those who want to venture outside the property, the beaches of Celestún and incredible Mayan ruins of Uxmal are only a short drive away. Rates from $1,040 per night, including breakfast, chableresort.com.
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STYLE ABOUT FACE Well Framed
Artfully unkempt: “Sometimes, the beauty of a moment is in the imperfection,” says Val Garland, makeup artist behind the on-trend lips at Giambattista Valli’s Fall runway show. below: Powermatte Lip Pigment, NARS ($26).
How to achieve the bold, straight eyebrow trend taking New York by storm. Just as accents vary from city to city, the same holds true for eyebrow trends. “Each [region] takes its beauty cues from different places, which makes looks super distinct,” explains Jared Bailey, global brow expert with cosmetics giant Benefit. And when it comes to the Big Apple, says Bailey, it’s the Korean-inspired straight brow that New York’s most fashion-forward are rocking. “The straight brow phenomenon that took most of Asia by storm nearly three years ago has started making its way into New York,” says Bailey. To pull off the look, create clean lines alone the orbital bone via waxing or tweezing, then opt for a cream or gel product like Benefit’s ka-BROW! Eyebrow Cream-Gel Color ($24, below). “Focus on filling in beneath the arch,” he says, “which will straighten out the entire look.” 454 W. Broadway, 212-769-1111; benefit cosmetics.com
BLURRED LINES FALL’S NEW MODERN LIP IS PERFECTLY IMPERFECT. PHOTOGRAPHY BY LUCA CANNONIERI (GIAMBATTISTA VALLI RUNWAY)
BY CHRISTINA CLEMENTE
Forget “Instagram lips,” the all too ubiquitous look combining lots of lip liner with matte lipstick… This season’s trendiest makeup trend is intentionally unpolished. From Rosie Assoulin to Giambattista Valli to Preen, smudged, blurred, and faded lipstick, in an array of red tones,
was the star of this fall’s fashion shows, making lived-in pouts en vogue. “Sometimes the beauty and modernity of a moment is in the imperfection,” says veteran makeup artist Val Garland, who created the “just-snogged” lip look for Preen, as well as Giambattista Valli’s
patchy, high-voltage gloss. Garland suggests first applying your lip color as you normally would, then using a fluffy eye-blending blush (or your fingers) to soften the outline of your lip shape. Try the full coverage Powermatte Lip Pigment from NARS ($26; 413 Bleecker St.,
646-459-2323; nars.com) and top it with Givenchy’s Gloss Révélateur ($32; Barney’s New York, 660 Madison Ave., 212-8268900; barneys.com), a universally shaded lip gloss, at the center of the lips. Says Garland, “This gives you the gloss without the messy outline.”
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SELF FITNESS
LET NYC’S NEWEST FITNESS STUDIO, SPIDERBANDS, TURN YOU INTO A SUPERHERO. BY DANIELLE COHEN
Thanks to Spiderbands, highflying acrobatics are no longer exclusive to Cirque du Soleil and Pink’s Grammy performances. This new total-body cardio resistance program takes workouts to a new level: midair. Resistance bands and trapeze rigs hang from the Spiderbands studio ceiling to hoist students into the air, where they learn moves such as Spiderjacks and lunges. The bands provide both resistance and assistance to the limbs; it’s not easy, but students are constantly spotted. The 50 minutes of choreographed poses yield serious results—and they’re lots of fun, too. The concept came to personal trainer and nutritionist Franci Cohen during an ab routine, when she noticed a trapeze rigging above her and some abandoned bungee cords across the floor. “The proverbial light went off, and I thought, What if I take those bands and hook them to the ceiling?” she says. She slowly created an entire curriculum spanning 24 different classes. Cohen maintains that Spiderbands is for everyone. “As long as you’re not spaced out, anyone can do this,” she says. “There are people here who are 14 years old, and we go all the way up to almost 70.” She’s so sure her classes work, she even offers a two-week challenge, which she says never fails: “Try on a pair of tight jeans, take my class three to four times this week and next, and then try on those jeans again.” 12 E. 14th St.; spiderbands.com
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THIS NEW TOTAL-BODY CARDIO RESISTANCE PROGRAM TAKES WORKOUTS TO A NEW LEVEL: MIDAIR.
Franci Cohen, founder of Spiderbands, shows off one of her aerial moves.
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3. Brooks Brothers created the perfect fall ensemble when they paired up their One-Button Paisley Velvet Jacket with a pair of Paisley Velvet Slim Pants. A Cashmere Cable Crewneck Sweater adds a touch of luxury, while a pair of Brooks Brothers Loafers provides a natty, timelessness. A Wild Flower Scarf and a pair of Flower Drop Earrings add a final note of feminine whimsy. BROOKS BROTHERS, 973-467-5400
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5. A brand known for its playful and carefree style, Aritzia offers you the adorable Auxiliary Micro Beyern Backpack in the color of the moment, red! This 100% leather bag offers drawstring closure with a top flap to provide smart, sophisticated lines. You will want to use this bag every day and take it everywhere this season and for many seasons to come. ARITZIA, 973-376-0998
6. The designers at Cole Haan married the enduring
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7. The Velvet F-Wedge Pump is a dramatic reinterpretation of an original design by Salvatore Ferragamo from 1947 (that won him a prestigious Neiman Marcus Award). The F Heel is reminiscent of the stern of an ocean liner Mr. Ferragamo took on his maiden voyage from Italy to America in the late 20’s. This showstopping design has stood the test of time and feels as fresh today as it did 70 years ago.
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ALL HAIL SHAY From your smartphone to the big and small screens, actress, activist, and social media superstar Shay Mitchell is slaying Hollywood and beyond as the girl next door— but not without speaking her truth and inspiring her (millions of) followers. by KATIE JACKSON photography by RANDALL SLAVIN
Bodysuit, $595, and pants, $995, by Cusnie et Ochs at Saks Fifth Avenue; stud earrings, $875, by Jacquie Aiche at Saks Fifth Avenue.
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n a place like Hollywood, where the media glare is unforgiving and imperfection can be fatal, it’s rare to encounter someone who is truly down-toearth. Enter Shay Mitchell. The Canadian-born bombshell was catapulted into the spotlight at just 23 years old when she landed the role of the sporty and spunky Emily Fields on the hit television show Pretty Little Liars. Fast-forward seven years and Mitchell has solidified her status as an in-demand actress, launched a lifestyle channel on YouTube, coauthored a novel titled Bliss, and become one of the fiercest and most followed social media stars of her generation. Yet despite her success, she remains genuinely kind and humble, continuously reminding us that she’s “just like anyone else.” Now, with the PLL series finale having aired in June, a very different role in the upcoming horror film Cadaver, and a new decade ahead of her (she turned 30 in April), Mitchell’s star is shining brighter than ever. She has a zest for life that is as charming (and irresistible) as it is inspiring. It’s no wonder she has 16 million Instagram followers and counting... What’s your favorite Pretty Little Liars memory? My first day on set and the very first scene that I shot with Lucy Hale. It was the same scene that I auditioned with. Those memories just stick with you. And the last scene will always be a really fond memory, although sad. It was all of us girls saying goodbye, and it was by far the hardest thing I’ve ever done. All of us were crying. And if one of us stopped crying, we would look over at the other one who was crying and we would start again! It was incredibly emotional. It’s been seven years and a long journey, and so many things happened—from our crew growing up and having kids to engagements and weddings. We have been a huge family, and it’s always sad to say goodbye. What did you think of the PLL finale? Marlene King [the show’s creator and executive producer] has said that this last season was like our love letter to the fans. We wanted to really give a season to them, which meant that it would be the most romantic season and one that would answer every question that people have had—most of them, at least. You will find out who has been the mastermind of this entire thing, and it’s going to be a really fun ride for the fans. You’ve said that the hardest part about your career is the criticism. What have you been criticized for?
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So many different things! I do have a big social media following, and the more you put yourself out there, the more you lend yourself to being criticized. As long as I’m good with who I am and I can go to sleep at night confident with how I spend my time, my day, and the type of person that I am, then all is fine. The criticism started when I first went into the PLL role and [the critics said], “Oh, she doesn’t look anything like the character. The character is supposed to have red hair, a fair complexion, and freckles; she looks nothing like that.” I thought, All right, that was the girl next door, and I’m the new version of the girl next door. The world is a melting pot now. It’s no longer the typical American girl with blonde hair and blue eyes. That didn’t stop me for one second from wanting to go in and give it a try. I still wanted to give them my best take on who I thought this character was. And had I stopped at that physical description this character was known for, then I wouldn’t be here right now. It’s all about taking chances and stepping out of your comfort zone. About not taking no for an answer and continuing to fight for what you want. If we don’t, then we can’t complain about staying stagnant. You’re a queen on social media! How do you take a good selfie? My biggest tip is to take 5,000 photos. I’m not even joking. My friends who have taken photos of me know that it takes an entire camera roll full of photos, and hopefully, fingers crossed, there will be one that I like. I always want to make it a point to say that when girls say, “You take such good photos!” Also realize that I, like you, take 5,000 different shots to get the one I like. We all do the same thing; I’m definitely no different. And I really think [social media] shouldn’t be taken too seriously. I like seeing other people’s outfits of the day, so if I’m wearing an outfit that I like, I take a photo against a white wall and there we go. So start filling up your camera roll, okay? And always find the light! Natural light is the best. You’re also followed for your beauty tips and style secrets, but was there ever an awkward stage? I was so awkward when I was 14, 15, and 16 years old, and before that and after that. We all go through a phase when we look back at photos and are like, “Why was I doing that?” I constantly ask my mom, “Why did you let me dye my hair blonde and wear green contacts? When did you think that was a good idea?” And my mom always says the same thing: “I just wanted you to be who you were and who you wanted to be at that time and have no regrets.”
opposite page: Dress, $2,990, by Ralph Lauren Collection at Ralph Lauren; 14k gemstone hoops, $3,250, by Jacquie Aiche at Saks Fifth Avenue; Betty sandals, $795, at Giuseppe Zanotti.
“I WAS ALWAYS TRYING TO CHANGE MYSELF AND CONFORM TO WHAT GIRLS AROUND ME LOOKED LIKE. NOW, I STAY TRUE TO WHAT I WAS BORN WITH NATURALLY.”
“I’M A COMPETITIVE PERSON, BUT I’M COMPETITIVE WITH MYSELF MORE THAN ANYBODY ELSE.”
opposite page: Jacket, $1,450, and pants, $595, at Max Mara; 18k gold Serpenti diamond watch, $52,000, at Bulgari; vintage multi-stone ring, $3,000, at Broken English. Styling by Marie-Lou Bartoli Hair by Andrew Fitzimons using Alterna at ba-reps.com Makeup by Ariel Tejada Manicure by Stephanie Stone for Chanel Le Vernis at Nailing Hollywood Styling assistance by Natalie Hoselton Location: Private residence of Darren Dzienciol
And I don’t regret it. It’s funny to look back at photos and see yourself so different. But if I could have given myself advice back then, I would have just said, “Embrace your natural beauty and enhance what you already have.” I was always trying to change myself and conform to what my friends and girls around me looked like, or girls in the magazines. Most of the time, they had blonde hair and light eyes and weren’t as tan as me. So there was a big period in my life where I was doing everything that was the opposite of what I was born with. I think now what has helped me the most is staying true to what I was born with naturally. We always have those up and down days, but we should celebrate the fact that we are all unique. That thing that you don’t like, it could also be the thing that makes you different from other people. And if we all looked the same, wouldn’t that be boring? Do you see kids in your future? One hundred percent. That is something I’ve always wanted. Family is a huge part of life. I am definitely not rushing to have that happen right away, but when it does, great! You’ve done a great job at keeping your private life private. How do you do it? When I want to go out and have fun with my friends, I know there are places where paparazzi aren’t going to take your picture. I’ve been caught having a few too many drinks, and you’re asking for it when you go to places where there are paparazzi. But if you want to have fun and let loose, there is no better place than your home. I have people over quite often, and it’s my sanctuary. I can be who I want to be and let loose and not have to worry about cameras or anything. I think you just have to be careful in public and on social media as well. Don’t put up things that you think you’re going to take down in a moment. People [take] screenshots. So I’m really careful. I love wine and have drinks with dinner; I’m no angel. But I also don’t have to be in the public eye when I’m having fun like that. Is dating in Hollywood difficult? I think it’s hard to date in general. Everyone has the same struggles, whether you work in Hollywood or not. We all have the same insecurities when it comes to relationships. The only difference in Hollywood is that your relationship is more public. It’s about how comfortable people in Hollywood are with posting about their relationship and knowing it is going to get picked up by every single news outlet. For me, like other parts of my life, I want to live it
exactly how I want to live it. If I post something on social media, then you have all the right in the world to ask me about it, because I’m putting it out there. But with [relationships], I don’t. I’m having fun, I’m very happy, and that’s it. I don’t want to have anyone look at my Instagram and see a timeline of guys I’ve dated. Where do you like to go in New York? I love Roberta’s Pizza. You can’t go wrong with pizza in New York. That water, whatever it is. I am a huge fan of Russ & Daughters. It’s a Jewish deli, and they have this caviar cream cheese that’s to die for. You have to check it out; it’s amazing. My friend Lawrence Longo introduced me to the Off the Menu Club, and it’s seriously every foodie’s dream! The app allows you to discover cool new restaurants and try a new off-menu item every day from some of the coolest restaurants in LA and now NYC. How can you beat that? Your character on PLL is gay and you’ve said in the past you can love whoever you want to love. What does love mean to you? I believe that love means that the person brings out the best version of you. When I love someone, I love being in their presence. And it’s also about putting someone else’s happiness first. You Snap a lot of your workouts, sometimes doing three in a row. How do you find the time? Whenever people ask, “When do you feel most beautiful or confident?” it’s after I work out. It’s then even more so than when I’m on a red carpet all glammed up, because I’ve gotten stronger and pushed myself. I’m a competitive person, but I’m competitive with myself more than anybody else. Do I think I’m extreme? Yes, absolutely. Do I think people need to do three workouts in a day? No. But if it makes you happy, then go for it! The body is such a wonderful machine and you don’t understand or appreciate it unless you take care of it. That’s why I like to do it, and because of the fact that I love food so much and I need to work it off. You’ve worked with a lot of different charities. What is one that is close to your heart? Free the Children [now called WE Charity] is such a great organization. They go around the world to different communities and teach children how to be self-sufficient. They also help build water wells and schools so that kids around the globe can have an equal chance at an education. To me, that is so important, and whenever I can help out, I do.
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TAKE COVER This fall, voluminous sweaters and statement coats—long wool wraps, mixed-material shearlings, and the classic officer’s style—are making sure you stand out when you button up. Photography by RODOLFO MARTINEZ
Styling by FAYE POWER
on her: Long wool wrap coat, $1,650, at Max Mara; sheer deep-V jersey dress, $1,700, at Marc Jacobs. on him: Coat, $3,020, at Prada.
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Mirrored faces wool jacquard sweater, $1,850, and parachute silk slip, $1,295, at Chloé. opposite page: on her: Doubleface mélange wool twill coat, price on request, at Marc Jacobs; velveteen jumpsuit, $345, by FRAME at Bergdorf Goodman; Colorado string bodysuit, $250, at Wolford; boots, $1,310, at Louis Vuitton. on him: Wool-blend officer’s coat, $1,298, at Michael Kors; ribbed cashmere henley, $775, at Dolce & Gabbana; wool trousers, $695, at Ermenegildo Zegna; leather boots, $895, at Salvatore Ferragamo.
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Cashmere and merino Dolman pullover, $698, at Michael Kors. opposite page: Angelo scarf, $2,820, and Lucas robe, $2,910, both at Valentina Kova; earrings, $350, at tlinsaspen.com; oxidized sterling silver and champagne diamond cage cuff, $5,000, by COVET Private Label at covetaspen.com.
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Striped metallic shearling lined coat, $10,000, at Fendi; Colorado string bodysuit, $250, at Wolford. opposite page: Shearling jacket, $7,600, sweater, $1,600, pants, $1,000, and boots, $1,170, at Louis Vuitton. Hair by Kendra Lauren Gross Makeup by Vanessa Vieni at Cos Bar Brookfield Place NYC Models: Manuela Frey at The Society Management and Paolo Roldan at Soul Artist Management Fashion assistance by Daisy McClure Location: Erickson Ranch, 700 Nell Erickson Road, Aspen, CO. Aspen Associates Realty, 970-544-5800; aspenassociatesrealty.com; ericksonranchaspen.com
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LABEL ON FIRE
Lighting up the runway with irreverent sensuality and a bold sense of wonder, designer Alessandro Michele has Gucci burning through the fine fashion firmament. by RACHEL FELDER
THIS AND OPPOSITE PAGE: PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF GUCCI
“I am trying to cause a little revolution, a different way to talk about beauty and sexiness,” Alessandro Michele said upon his appointment as Gucci’s creative director in 2015, a sensibility seen throughout the house’s recent Fall/ Winter collections (this page and opposite page).
FOR THE LAST COUPLE OF YEARS, GUCCI HAS SET THE FASHION WORLD ABLAZE. And to many of its fans, the brand’s amazing popularity— marked by waiting lists for its most buzzed-about items, with velvet-roped lines of shoppers snaking outside its flagship US boutiques, as well as a global sales spike of more than 40 percent through the first half of 2017—--can be attributed to one man: Creative Director Alessandro Michele. Michele, a 44-year-old native of Rome, has infused the Gucci line with a theatrical sense of confidence that’s hard to resist, from clothing featuring brash, colorful prints to shoes and bags accentuated with unexpected flourishes like fur or embroidery. A key element of its current success has been the familiarity of certain details, like horse-bit toggles and thick red and green piping, that come straight from the brand’s archives—although their current versions have been spunkily updated for the day’s zeitgeist. As Michele told Vogue in 2015, soon after his appointment to his current role, “I am trying to cause a little revolution inside the company—to push another language, a different way to talk about beauty and sexiness.” The house was founded in Florence nearly a century ago, in 1921, with an initial focus—like Prada, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, and other now-iconic high-end brands—on luggage and leather goods. After several successful decades, Gucci’s popularity was amplified in the 1950s and ’60s when celebrities began to embrace new items like rigid top-handled purses and golden belt buckles in the shape of large capital G’s, oriented, like the faces of Janus, back to back. In that era, the brand became virtually synonymous with a glitzy, glamorous, international lifestyle. “It was very identifiable,” says Cameron Silver, a fashion historian and founder of the vintage retailer Decades. “It identified that aesthetic of a very jet-set traveler. The bamboo handle and the double-G motif are iconic.” A few decades later, Gucci redefined itself as more than
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just a source of luxury accessories. Under designer Tom Ford—who joined the company as creative director in 1990, initially overseeing women’s clothing design and gradually transitioning into a larger, more unisex design role—the brand began to focus as much on clothing for women and men as on accessories. Ford’s pieces were distinguished by an overt, ultraconfident sexiness. “He gets there and injects an almost American, Halston-like DNA into Gucci, and there’s this spectacular revival,” says Silver. The brand became highly fashionable again, with memorable pieces like extra-trim women’s tuxedos, cut in velvet and designed to be worn without a shirt underneath, a look still emblematic of the period. Ford stayed at the house (ultimately also overseeing design at Yves Saint Laurent, which shares ownership with Gucci) until 2004, when he left, along with Gucci Group CEO Domenico De Sole, a key champion of both Ford and the brand. The designs of his successor, Frida Giannini, lacked the assertive oomph that had become a component of Gucci’s appeal. “The clothes lost a bit of their sensuality,” says Ken
FLOWER POWER Alessandro Michele’s touch reaches from fashion to fragrance with another striking creation for fall: Gucci Bloom (100ml for $124), a confident and complex floral scent that reinvigorates the house’s storied fragrance heritage. Jasmine, one of Bloom’s most prominent notes, is complemented by rarer aromas, like that of the flower of the Rangoon creeper, which has never before been used in a perfume. Grown in southern India, the blossom opens at dusk, gradually deepening in color from white to pink to a deep red. Gucci Bloom similarly evolves as you wear it, from an initial floral scent to a more intense, earthier tone that’s especially suited to fall. The fragrance is bolder and less delicate than the brand’s other women’s offerings, like Eau de Gucci (which debuted in 1993 with its mix of citrus, tuberose, and lily of the valley) and Envy (a fresher, grassier fragrance introduced in 1997). Bloom is, essentially, a perfume for Michele’s modern woman: feminine and beautiful but never predictable or shy. (Appropriately, actress Dakota Johnson, artist Petra Collins, and model Hari Nef are at the center of Bloom’s ad campaign.)
While the company introduced its first perfume, Gucci No. 1, in 1974, and has had international success in the arena ever since, it has increased its focus on fragrance over the last decade, unveiling more scents than ever before, like 2009’s clean, youthful Flora and, in 2010, the bold Gucci Guilty. But Bloom is the only perfume with Michele’s thorough input and imprint. To create its powerful floral blend, he worked with revered perfumer Alberto Morillas, whose résumé includes Calvin Klein’s CK One and Cartier’s Panthère de Cartier. The result, like most of Gucci’s offerings, seems to bridge a gap, appealing as much to a sophisticated socialite who’s been a Gucci fan for decades as it does to a young woman, newer to Gucci, heading out for a night on the town.
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Downing, fashion director at Neiman Marcus. “That Gucci guy and girl want to be noticed. They’re attentiongetting—they are not wallflowers, and they want clothes that have a real sexiness to them.” And so early 2015 saw the installation of a new creative director, Alessandro Michele, who had quietly worked on the Gucci design team since being hired by Ford in 2002. His take on Gucci’s sexiness is empowered and modern, exemplified by the fluid cut of a boldly printed dress, or the transparent fabric on an otherwise straightforward, high-neck blouse. But the real power of Michele’s designs comes from being rooted in the brand’s most identifiable motifs, reworked in a quirky and confident way that makes them modern but still indelible; often the designs’ over-the-top impact anoints them with true statement-piece status. “There’s the great love of tradition in a very audacious way, where he has taken the sensibility of heritage and love of things that feel very recognizable and he’s twisted them in a way that makes them feel übercool and of-themoment,” says Downing. Case in point: Michele’s reinterpretations of Gucci’s popular loafers, embellished with embroidered designs or giant faux pearls and updated with a clunky high heel and—in what might well be the most copied shoe of the last few years—lined with fur and turned into a leather backless slide.
“ALESSANDRO DOESN’T CREATE FASHION FOR THE SAKE OF A TREND; HE CREATES COLLECTIBLES. THAT PUTS A LOT OF JOY IN THE CUSTOMER’S HEART.”— ken downing “The chord that Alessandro’s really struck is that there’s an enormous love for the idea of Gucci,” Downing adds. “That’s a love that began when Tom Ford took over that fêted house decades ago, and as the house began to fall from favor, it left behind many loyalists to the Gucci brand who were truly yearning for something exceptional.” The timing of Michele’s promotion couldn’t have been better. As Lisa Aiken, retail fashion director at Neta-Porter, explains, “Alessandro’s first collection came at a point when actually everything was a little more stripped back. We were coming off the back of what was termed ‘normcore,’ so it brought back this quite romantic vision of what fashion could be. It inspired a much more emotional reaction.” In early 2015, the first presentations of Michele’s creations—a group of men’s pieces that he famously whipped up in just a few days, followed by womenswear a month later—garnered raves from both the
INSIDE JOB Alessandro Michele’s assertive trademarks aren’t limited to Gucci’s sturdy-heeled shoes or jackets with expertly cut sleeves. The brand recently unveiled Gucci Décor, a collection of items designed to adorn living rooms and dressing tables while sharing the vibrancy that has come to distinguish his wearable pieces. “He loves abundance,” says Neiman Marcus’s Ken Downing. “[He has an] ability to create this romantic, effusive abundance that captures the imagination and draws you in.” That extravagant sensibility lends itself especially well to décor; it’s easy to imagine a single statement piece accenting an otherwise understated room. The collection includes ornamental pillows, trays, richly lacquered chairs with embroidered cushions, and small tables, all made in Italy. It features many of
press and shoppers, who responded viscerally to his spunky retro-inspired prints, his elegant draping, and a broad color palette that included brights, neutrals, and muted shades of mustard, olive, and maroon. Unlike some fine fashion pieces that evoke an emotional reaction in their buyers, Michele’s items are of-the-moment but don’t feel as if they’ll go out of style next season, plus they sell for a price that’s admit-
tedly high but less astronomical than other brands. “Alessandro doesn’t create fashion for the sake of a trend; he creates collectibles,” says Downing. “In general terms, of all of the brands that hang in the luxury spectrum, it is a lot of look for the money you’re spending. That puts a lot of joy in the customer’s heart.” In his handful of seasons as creative director, Michele has offered new iterations of some of the designs that have most resonated with Gucci’s fans, from boldly printed dresses and separates to white leather sneakers covered with serpents or bright crimson flowers. “I love the fact that he is evolving and developing rather than starting fresh every season,” says Net-a-Porter’s Aiken. “That gives women the sense of ‘Actually, I’m going to purchase this; it is an investment, it has longevity, it’s going to feel relevant for seasons to come because he isn’t radicalizing every season with something new.’” She adds, “I think he’s being very smart.”
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In good company (from above): Actor Alessandro Borghi, photographer Ryan McGinley, artist Trevor Andrew (who collaborated on last year’s GucciGhost capsule collection), musician Olly Alexander, actor Jared Leto, and Gucci President and CEO Marco Bizzarri attend the house’s Spring/Summer 2017 show during Milan’s Men’s Fashion Week; Michele accompanied (and dressed) actress Dakota Johnson, one of the faces of the Gucci Bloom campaign, to this year’s Met Gala in New York City.
Michele’s bold signatures: embroidered images of animals, such as slithering serpents or roaring lions; the use of rich velvet; and a vivid palette that includes colors immutably associated with Gucci’s heritage, like crimson red and bright green. Among the line’s standouts are the deeply scented candles encased in decorative porcelain vessels (which are designed to be keepsakes long after the fragrant wax has burned off). The elegant containers are made by Richard Ginori, a centuries-old producer of china, founded, like Gucci, in Florence. Ginori is, not coincidentally, owned by the same parent company, and for the last few years Michele has overseen that brand’s creative direction in addition to his duties at Gucci. 347 N. Rodeo Dr., Beverly Hills, 310-278-3451; gucci.com
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POTTERY BARN’S NEW FLATIRON FLAGSHIP STORE SHOWCASES ITS CLASSIC STYLE. BY TIM LATTERNER
With a sprawling new flagship that spans 17,000 square feet over two floors, Pottery Barn has created a magnificent showcase for its well-known style of classic furniture pieces that already feel like home. The store, which opens September 8th in Flatiron, is also getting exclusive collections and new services to reward brand loyalists and lure in new shoppers. In collaboration with local artists and designers like Women Who Draw, Jordan Sondler, and Junghwa, Pottery Barn is unveiling exclusive collections of prints, tea towels, and more. The new location will also feature an expanded design studio to help people overhaul a single room or build their own dream home piece by piece. According to Pottery Barn President Marta Benson, the arrival of the brand’s flagship in New York was inevitable. “The first Pottery Barn store opened in New York’s Chelsea neighborhood in 1949,” she says. “It’s exciting to come full circle and open a flagship store in the city where it all began.” 112 W. 18th St., 212-929-4464; potterybarn.com
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Pottery Barn’s Fall 2017 collection marks the debut of Artisanal Vintage, a new design expression that juxtaposes romantic, vintageinspired florals with industrial metals.
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The SOURCE: SPACE FIDI/TRIBECA THE BEEKMAN Located in one of Lower Manhattan’s most revered historic buildings, this chic new hotel also boasts two of the city’s buzziest restaurants, Keith McNally’s Augustine and Tom Colicchio’s Fowler & Wells (the latter delivers room service 24/7). 123 Nassau St., 212-233-2300; thompsonhotels.com/the-beekman
catching up with Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. 377 Greenwich St., 212-941-8900; thegreenwichhotel.com
THE JAMES True to its hip locale, The James features a stylish rooftop bar, an in-house art curator, and a David Burke restaurant. The balcony is the perfect spot for a cocktail and incredible views of One World Trade. 27 Grand St., 212-465-2000; jameshotels.com
MEATPACKING DISTRICT/ CHELSEA DREAM DOWNTOWN This after-hours spot is known for its glass-ceilinged lobby lounge, which looks into a swimming pool above. The hot new restaurant Megu has an impressive sushi menu. 355 W. 16th St., 212-229-2559; dreamhotels.com
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Architect Robert A.M. Stern’s latest masterpiece features the classic luxury he is known for, as well as the first-ever Wolfgang Puck restaurant in New York. INSIDER TIP: Take a right off the lobby to peek at the stairwell to the private event space—it’s the hotel’s most featured Insta spot! 27 Barclay St., 646-880-1999; fourseasons.com/ newyorkdowntown
THE GREENWICH HOTEL Robert De Niro’s country-style hotel features a Shibui Spa and the buzzy dining spot Locanda Verde. INSIDER TIP: Sit in the lobby’s front lounge and there are always guaranteed celeb sightings, like Harvey Weinstein
Loft-style rooms, Kiehl’s products, and terry-cloth robes fill this boutique hotel. 85 W. Broadway, 212-5877000; thompsonhotels.com
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The rooms in this converted 1865 dormitory feature quirky details like terrariums and rotary phones from the ’30s. With walking proximity to MePa, the Whitney, and the excitement of Hudson Yards, this undiscovered gem won’t remain so for long. 180 10th Ave., 212-9293888; thehighlinehotel.com
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An industrial-like building disguises kitschy-chic interiors. 335 Bowery, 212-505-9100; theboweryhotel.com
When André Balazs opened this 18-story, concrete-and-glass structure in 2009, it was an instant sensation— and its cool factor shows no signs of abating. The guest rooms’ floor-toceiling windows, with unobstructed views of the Manhattan skyline, continue to enchant; the hotel’s two late-night spots, Le Bain and Top of
CROSBY STREET HOTEL Each of the 86 rooms is distinctly different and luxuriously appointed. 79 Crosby St., 212-226-6400; firmdalehotels.com
the Standard, draw a see-and-be-seen crowd; and the Standard Grill delivers an ace brunch. 848 Washington St., 212-645-4646; standardhotels.com
GRAMERCY/ FLATIRON GRAMERCY PARK HOTEL This retro-chic spot offers celeb sightings, high-end amenities, and access to the city’s only private park. INSIDER TIP: Breakfast at Maialino is a must; we recommend the cacio e pepe. 2 Lexington Ave., 212-9203300; gramercyparkhotel.com
MIDTOWN THE KIMBERLY HOTEL Opt for The Kimberly if you’re looking for a homey yet luxe stay: Most rooms are spacious suites that include a kitchenette. 145 E. 50th St., 212702-1600; kimberlyhotel.com
THE LONDON Inspired interiors from renowned designer David Collins are among the many draws of this hotel, a stone’s throw from Carnegie Hall and MoMA. 151 W. 54th St., 212-3075000; thelondonnyc.com
new restaurant Loring Place (21 W. 8th St., 212-388-1831; loringplacenyc.com).
Built using reclaimed materials, this hotel is a natural wonder. The California cuisine served at Jams plays up chef Jonathan Waxman’s keep-it-simple philosophy. INSIDER TIP: The hotel’s new Brooklyn Bridge location (see next page) keeps the eco-chic design and adds fantastic river views. 1414 Sixth Ave., 212-7032001; 1hotels.com/Central-Park
It’s the perfect blend of upscale casual, and the food is absolutely delicious and
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fresh. The menu is innovative without feeling forced, but believe it or not, I highly
Hyatt’s flagship hotel is housed in the first 25 floors of the colossal One57 condo tower at the heart of Billionaires’ Row. The design of the Living Room effortlessly turns a grand bar space into a cozy-chic setting for delicious after-work cocktails and bites. 153 W. 57th St., 646-7741234; newyork.park.hyatt.com
WHO: High-end interior designer and head of design firm Brad Ford ID.
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HANDMADE HOME GOODS: “I love this store in the East Village called Still House (117 E. 7th St., 212-539-0200; stillhousenyc.com). It’s not a big space, but it’s full of really unique handmade home accessories from local makers as well as pieces from Scandinavia and Japan. I always find something I have to have when I stop by.” BRAD’S BEST BITE: “I’ve been spending a lot of time at Dan Kluger’s
recommend the spaghetti. It’s full of flavor and spice and I usually talk whoever I’m with into getting it as an appetizer.” EASY AS 1, 2, 3: “I always go back to ABC Carpet and Home (888 Broadway, 212-473-3000; abchome.com) for bedding. They have an incredible assortment of linens, pillows, and throws. I can pretty much find everything I need for projects there.” Brad Ford ID is located at 200 Lexington Ave., 212-352-9616; bradfordid.com
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The SOURCE: SPACE This classically luxurious hotel comes with all the amenities needed for the modern business traveler who wants to work (a 24-hour business center, IT support for conferences and events) and play (indoor pool, terrace, beauty services). 700 Fifth Ave., 212-9562888; newyork.peninsula.com
THE PLAZA HOTEL The Plaza remains a beacon of oldwealth New York, with French-style rooms, private terraces, and butler service. Tommy Hilfiger lives upstairs in the residences, and the Plaza Food Hall on the lower concourse, run by Todd English, has all sorts of delicacies, from truffle pizza to custom tins of caviar. 768 Fifth Ave., 212-7593000; fairmont.com
THE RITZ-CARLTON, CENTRAL PARK A short walk to Museum Mile, this townhouse-like hotel has views of
Central Park and a La Prairie spa, which offers some of the city’s best spa services, such as a caviar facial that helps with elasticity and tone. 50 Central Park South, 212-3089100; ritzcarlton.com
THE ST. REGIS This NYC institution is known for unrivaled service, a luxe Remède Spa, and the storied King Cole Bar. It makes the perfect stay for travelers looking to live in the lap of luxury or for locals wanting to celebrate a birthday or anniversary in grand style. INSIDER TIP: Right across the street is the hardest-to-book restaurant in town, Ralph Lauren’s Polo Bar, so make a reservation as you’re securing your room. 2 E. 55th St., 212-7534500; stregisnewyork.com
SANCTUARY HOTEL This centrally located hotel adjacent to Times Square boasts European-style hospitality and stylish furnishings.
132 W. 47th St., 212-234-7000; sanctuaryhotelnyc.com
VICEROY All the rooms evoke cabins on a luxury ocean liner, but opt for a Viceroy Park View Room and its green vistas. 120 W. 57th St., 212830-8000; viceroyhotelsandresorts.com
UPPER EAST SIDE THE CARLYLE Talk about amenities! Guests and visitors can hear world-class cabaret at Café Carlyle, rejuvenate themselves at the hotel’s Sisley-Paris spa, or head to Bemelmans Bar— with its famous Ludwig Bemelmans murals and 24k-gold-leaf-covered ceiling—for a classic New York moment. 35 E. 76th St., 212-7441600; rosewoodhotels.com
THE MARK HOTEL Just one of the 86 distinctly different rooms at the Crosby Street Hotel.
The Beekman is a historic building with a modern style.
This boutique hotel is all about one-of-a-kind perks: 24-hour access to Bergdorf Goodman, personal training with Dan Flores, and room service from none other than Jean-Georges Vongerichten. 25 E. 77th St., 212-744-4300; themarkhotel.com
THE PIERRE This New York landmark offers white-glove VIP service to its guests and rooms that feel like private residences. INSIDER TIP: The Presidential Suite, known as the Tata Suite, has the hotel’s most exquisite Manhattan views. 2 E. 61st St., 212-838-8000; tajhotels.com
THE SURREY Highlights abound at this Beaux Arts-style hotel: an impressive art collection, a restaurant from worldclass chef Daniel Boulud, and the Cornelia Spa (with services that New Yorkers—and not just guests— rave about). It’s the perfect spot to stop for a cocktail while shopping on Madison Avenue. 20 E. 76th St., 212-288-3700; thesurrey.com
UPPER WEST SIDE THE LUCERNE HOTEL Central Park, Hayden Planetarium, and the American Museum of Natural History are just two blocks from this classically restored landmark building. Just as important, it’s also near the Shake Shack with the least crazy line in NYC. 201 W. 79th St., 212-8751000; thelucernehotel.com
HÔTEL PLAZA ATHÉNÉE This sumptuous hotel delivers exemplary service on every level, with legendary suites that have become a staple for the new wealthy who appreciate an iconic experience. It also houses a Valmont Spa. INSIDER TIP: The hotel’s restaurant, Arabelle, is fast becoming Manhattan’s new power breakfast destination. 37 E. 64th St., 212-6064600; plaza-athenee.com
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MANDARIN ORIENTAL This Forbes five-star hotel at the Time Warner Center includes a 35th-floor lobby overlooking Central Park and a 14,500-square-foot spa with views of the Hudson River. INSIDER TIP: The private event space holds some of New York’s most glamorous fundraisers, such as New Yorkers for Children. 80 Columbus Circle, 212805-8800; mandarinoriental.com
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The SOURCE: SCENE DINING AUGUSTINE From his first spot, Odeon, Keith McNally’s hotter-than-hot French restaurants have become New York landmarks with near-impossible-toscore reservations, so it makes sense that his latest—which has opened at the Beekman Hotel—is the boîte-to-be-at for French classics and an incredibly impressive wine list. 5 Beekman St., 212-375-0010; augustineny.com
THE BEATRICE INN Angie Mar’s reimagined version of this West Village eatery has developed an almost sommelier-like approach to the cuts of meat it offers. Taking the reins from Graydon Carter and maintaining an impossibly cool crowd have been a breeze for Mar, who has kept the often-hard-to-find spot packed night after night. 285 W. 12th St., 212-675-2808; thebeatriceinn.com
CAFÉ MEDI A dose of Mediterranean cuisine was deeply needed in the city, and Café Medi serves it up with both small and large plates in a space with Aegeaninspired murals and a cavernous skylight, giving this Lower East Side
restaurant a truly coastal vibe. 107 Rivington St., 212-796-8040; cafemedinyc.com
CHEF’S CLUB NYC The organizing principle behind this resto keeps it in a constant state of buzz: Celebrity chefs submit dishes to a menu that changes seasonally, so diners can taste Bryce Shuman’s radicchio tardivo, Curtis Stone’s charred octopus, and Eric Ripert’s croque monsieur in one sitting. The industrial-chic setting was designed by Rockwell Group, with a massive, eye-catching rock of salt suspended from the ceiling. 275 Mulberry St., 212-941-1100; chefsclubnyc.com
CUT NEW YORK CITY Wolfgang Puck is off to a stellar start with his first restaurant in New York City, housed inside the hot new Robert A.M. Stern-designed Four Seasons Downtown. Each cut of meat is presented tableside, from porterhouse to Wagyu, and you’ll find guest after guest snapping the presentation for Instagram. INSIDER TIP: It’s worth arriving early to take a look at the hotel’s gilded chandeliers and photo-worthy staircase. 99 Church St., 646-880-1995; wolfgangpuck.com
EATALY DOWNTOWN The second iteration of the Flatiron market and dining establishment, the FiDi location offers plenty of authentic and delicious examples of Italian cuisine, from fresh pasta to oysters on the half shell—perfect for midday power lunches and after-work glasses of wine. 101 Liberty St., 212-8972895; eataly.com
stylish restaurants inside hotels. This Italian eatery in the hotel Innside New York offers pastas and pastries in perfect harmony from a menu built by world-renowned chef Scott Conant. The ragù is so good—and so in-demand—that it’s on the brunch menu, too. 132 W. 27th St., 917-4095171; imperorestaurants.com
KING FLORA BAR Located inside the Met Breuer, this seafood-focused restaurant from the team behind Estela is as hot as the art on the walls. Its subterranean feel makes for the perfect modern meal after a tour of one of the premier modern art collections in New York. 945 Madison Ave., 646-558-5383; florabarnyc.com
This bright and airy downtown eatery is new, hot, and hard to get into! The brainchild of two alums of London’s famed River Café, the restaurant attracts a super-cool crowd with a seafood-based menu that changes daily and features rustic dishes. 18 King St., 917-825-1618; kingrestaurant.nyc
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Tucked into the Beekman Hotel, Tom Colicchio’s latest restaurant features a breathtaking stained-glass wall and an American-leaning menu. INSIDER TIP: Spend the night at the hotel upstairs and have your meal delivered right to your room! 5 Beekman St., 212-658-1848; fowlerandwells.com
The Batali & Bastianich team continues to drive the possibilities of Italian cuisine in new directions. This Michelin-starred spot checks a lot of boxes: a myriad of pastas, a superstar wine program, a lasting chocolate coppetta, and the most gorgeous balcony overlooking MePa. 88 Ninth Ave., 212-977-6096; lasirena-nyc.com
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especially downtown. I feel like there’s something on offer there that’s
Coming off multiple rave reviews, Le Coucou has become the hottest ticket in town. Refined French cuisine has never been more in vogue than at this Little Italy outpost from Stephen Starr and Daniel Rose. INSIDER TIP: If you can score a post-dinner table at the adjacent club, The Blond, then kudos to you! 138 Lafayette St., 212-271-4252; lecoucou.com
intriguing and intelligent. I just keep wanting to go back.” BIRTHDAY
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WHO: The executive chef at ship-turned-restaurant Grand Banks shares the three restaurants that are in his rotation. GOING DOWN: “Every time I’ve been to Fowler and Wells (5 Beekman St., 212-658-1848; fowlerandwells.com), I’ve just seen a new side and something different and exciting. I didn’t really think one could rewrite the restaurant equation,
BITES: “My birthday is actually coming up, and we always go to Daniel (60 E. 65th St., 212-288-0033; danielnyc.com) for it. Daniel’s pastry chef is constantly coming up with yet another way to impress. I have a massive sweet tooth, and Daniel’s always satisfies it.” [ENTER NAME HERE]: “I love going to Untitled (99 Gansevoort St., 212-570-3670; untitled atthewhitney.com), because I just think what they’re doing is really smart without being too pretentious or silly. I love what Michael Anthony is doing there, and I just really get inspired by the whole feel.” Grand Banks is located at Pier 25 Hudson River Park, 212-660-6312; grandbanks.org.
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This chic French restaurant on the Lower East Side has become a haven for celebrities and socialites. Taavo Somer of Freemans and Carlos Quirarte of The Smile combined forces for the first time, and only accolades have followed. INSIDER TIP: Although healthy and veg-centric options dot the menu, stay tuned for the swine-and-wine dinners, which promise to be rowdy and rich! 177 Chrystie St., 646-918-7189; leturtle.fr
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LORING PLACE The reigning king of farm-to-table dining, Dan Kluger has finally opened his new restaurant, featuring a vegforward menu and custom aprons by friend Todd Snyder. Kluger’s love and appreciation for organic local fare comes from his days as executive chef at ABC Kitchen and ABC Cocina. 21 W. Eighth St., 212-3881831; loringplacenyc.com
KING COLE BAR A legend of New York’s high-society kingpins, the King Cole Bar, within the St. Regis hotel, offers guests luxury dining and cocktails. We recommend the Bloody Mary, or “Red Snapper”— after all, the bar invented this brunch mainstay in the 1930s. 2 E. 55th St., 212-339-6857; stregisnewyork.com
Loring Place brings an organic, farm-totable ethos to both the veg-leaning menu and sleek, low-key décor.
SQUARES Just east of Madison Square Park, far away from the din of the nightlife district, Squares takes a cheeky approach to the idea of old society clubs. Traditional décor, such as stag heads and trophies, are flattened and pixelated like a throwback Nintendo game, and even the cocktail bites have been cut into, well, squares. 360 Park Ave. South, 212-481-0187; squaresny.com
MIMI This sexy French boîte may be minuscule, but the closely packed tables let you shop your fellow diners’ plates (there is lots of oohing and aahing), and the stylish staff is happy to walk you through the decadent and innovative bistro menu. The lobster with escargot butter is everything. INSIDER TIP: In order to give the kitchen time to prepare the soufflé—which is excellent, BTW—you have to order it at the start of the meal. 185 Sullivan St., 212-418-1260; miminyc.com
NIX This Indian-inspired, veggie-heavy spot was the sleeper hit of 2016, with creative dishes like avocado, mint, and curry dip and ribbons of jicama with Fresno chili and blood oranges. It’s no surprise that the crowd is super chic given that the restaurant’s primary investor is Condé Nast alum James Truman. 72 University Pl., 212-498-9393; nixny.com
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AVENUE A prominent stop on the nightlife circuit, Avenue attracts celebs and scenesters with a sexy setting that combines over-the-top glamour (think tufted black-leather banquettes and electric candelabras) with masculine wood wainscoting. 116 10th Ave., 212-337-0054; avenue-newyork.com
BEMELMANS BAR This swanky Upper East Side spot within the Carlyle Hotel features jazz bands and singers throughout the
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week (including Woody Allen on the clarinet!), classic cocktails mixed with pro polish, and original Madeline wallpaper illustrations by the bar’s namesake. 35 E. 76th St., 212-7441600; rosewoodhotels.com
THE BLOND With subtle gold and bronze accents that glint alluringly in the low light, this glamorous spot in Aby Rosen’s 11 Howard hotel quickly emerged last year as the choice for private events by the likes of Jimmy Choo and the Cinema Society. 11 Howard St., 212-235-1111; 11howard.com
CHUMLEY’S This West Village speakeasy was polished up before reopening, and the new gastro-chic surroundings get |a menu to match from chef Victoria Blamey. Did New York City need another $25 burger? Ordinarily, we’d say no, but after trying Blamey’s masterpiece (topped with bone marrow and served with twiceblanched french fries), the answer is a resounding yes. 86 Bedford St., 212-675-2081; chumleysnewyork.com
THE CLOCKTOWER Housed inside the Edition Hotel, the 24k gold-leaf bar on the second floor sets the stage for a perfectly curated craft-cocktail menu. The cut-crystal barware glimmers alongside a superchic Flatiron crowd. INSIDER TIP: Make a reservation before or after cocktails at chef Jason Atherton’s British restaurant inside the hotel and take in the photography-covered mahogany walls. 5 Madison Ave., 212-413-4300; theclocktowernyc.com
DEATH & CO. Turning the corner on its 10th birthday, this quiet, darkly lit lounge has graduated from cool newcomer to standard-bearer of the New York cocktail renaissance. The expert bartenders serve up some of the most exquisitely crafted drinks in the city, and there are just enough delicious snacks on the menu to keep you lingering all night long. INSIDER TIP: Let the barkeeps suggest a tipple from the extensive menu based on your preferences—they won’t steer you wrong. 433 E. Sixth St., 212-3880882; deathandcompany.com
This Meatpacking District gamechanger has not one but two nightlife destinations, both with semi-haughty gatekeepers at the door. Le Bain is the rooftop bar and club, and the Top of the Standard (formerly the Boom Boom Room) is the gold-dusted lounge that specializes in beautifully balanced retro and modern cocktails in a setting that likes its glam with a side of glitz. INSIDER TIP: The Top of the Standard closes to the public at 9 pm each night (or midnight from Sunday through Tuesday), but even early-evening revelers should book in advance to get a table with views of Lower Manhattan and One World Trade Center. 848 Washington St., 212-645-7600; standardhotels.com
VANDAL This trendy downtown restaurant pairs street art with street food in an elevated setting. The tapas-style menu keeps the place buzzy and fun; diners snack on New York hot pretzel steak tartare, banh mi sliders, and chicken katsu and waffles while taking in eye-popping murals by street artists Hush, Shepard Fairey, and Tristan Eaton. Diners can get into mischief of their own in the downstairs lounge. 199 Bowery, 212-400-0199; vandalnewyork.com
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The SOURCE: STYLE FASHION & JEWELRY 40NINE WATCH This colorful timepiece purveyor specializes in sporty watches for men and women. Danielle B Jewelers, 871 Seventh Ave., 212-459-1400; teno.com
ALEXANDER WANG Minimal and cool, Alexander Wang’s Soho outpost is the ultimate destination for all things haute, drawing inspiration from grunge and French chic for that covetable downtown look. 103 Grand St., 212-977-9683; alexanderwang.com
ANNE FONTAINE This Parisian designer is famous for her essential wear-everywhere white shirt. 837 Madison Ave., 212-988-8081; 610 Fifth Ave., 212-489-1554; annefontaine.com
AQUATALIA Fashion darlings like The Glamourai’s Kelly Framel and royal style-maven Kate Middleton rely on Creative Director Edmundo Castillo for weatherproof and stain-resistant shoes and boots to finish off the perfect wardrobe. Their men’s selection is off the charts, too. 965 Madison Ave., 646-677-5555; aquatalia.com
AQUAZZURA Edgardo Osorio’s colorful, ultra-glam footwear—like his signature Sexy Thing booties and Christy flats—is having a major moment, and his Madison Avenue boutique provides the perfect backdrop, with graphic stripes, striking columns, and beautiful marble. INSIDER TIP: The #Aquazzuramini was announced on Instagram, allowing girls to be just like Mommy with miniature versions of Aquazzura’s coveted shoes. 939 Madison Ave., 347-328-0080; aquazzura.com
ARMARIUM Make like a fashion insider and browse a curated selection of must-have pieces (like an off-the-runway Salvatore Ferragamo dress or one-of-a-kind minaudière) that are available to rent. The store’s knowledgeable founders, Alexandra Lind Rose and Trisha Gregory, are industry veterans with decades of experience between them. 1 E. 52nd St., 646-580-7464; armarium.com
AURÉLIE BIDERMANN This French jeweler recently opened a boutique on Madison Avenue with an exclusive capsule collection. The new shop is brimming with both her fashion and high jewelry, inspired by leaves, shells, and animals. 957 Madison Ave.,
212-628-2125; 265 Lafayette St., 212-335-0604; aureliebidermann.com
754 Fifth Ave., 212-753-7300; Men’s Store, 745 Fifth Ave., 212-753-7300; bergdorfgoodman.com
BALMAIN A-listers like Allison Williams and Naomi Watts and models like Jourdan Dunn and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley are fans of Olivier Rousteing’s glam pieces, which range from cut-out tops to colorful body-conscious dresses. 100 Wooster St., 212-966-4200; balmain.com
BARNEYS NEW YORK The luxury retailer returns to its original 1920s home in Chelsea with a 55,000-square-foot, five-floor flagship. 660 Madison Ave., 212-826-8900; 101 Seventh Ave., 646-264-6400; 2151 Broadway, 646-335-0978; barneys.com
BERGDORF GOODMAN This New York institution isn’t just about luxury fashion (though obviously there’s plenty of that): It offers personal styling sessions from experts like 30-year veteran (and Chanel bag enthusiast) Alla Prokopov, a John Barrett salon on the penthouse floor, and picturesque views of Central Park from its restaurant designed by Kelly Wearstler. INSIDER TIP: Want to be the first to know about the arrival of new Chanel accessories? Get on Joseph Costello’s emails for hard-to-find runway pieces and one-of-a-kind classics. Women’s Store,
BLUE & CREAM Jeffrey Goldstein duplicated the experience of his Hamptons outpost for Manhattan shoppers, offering a unique product mix for men and women like Illesteva sunnies and Sydney Evan jewelry. There are also pieces from the brand’s private label and feminine looks from Zimmerman. 1 E. First St., 212-533-3088; blueandcream.com
BOTTEGA VENETA As a precursor to the opening of its first New York Maison store, this Italian powerhouse just moved into a sprawling Madison Avenue location. 650 Madison Ave., 212-371-5511; Brookfield Place, 225 Liberty St., 212-271-2626; bottegaveneta.com
BROOKFIELD PLACE This retail mecca is all about one-stop shopping, with All Saints, Bottega Veneta, Ermenegildo Zegna, Gucci, Hermès Parfumerie, Saks Fifth Avenue, Smythson, Salvatore Ferragamo, Theory, and Tory Burch. Dining options include authentic French marketplace Le District and American saloon P.J. Clarke’s. 230 Vesey St., 212-978-1698; brookfieldplaceny.com
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“My go-to is Loring Place (21 West 8th St., New York, 212-3881831; loringplacenyc.com) in the West Village. My friend is the owner, and I just love going there because the food is so amazing. I
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always feel right at home.” HIP HAPPENINGS: “I’ve been really
Leonardo DiCaprio and Prince William are fans of this luxury Italian label’s streamlined shapes in mineral shades. 379 Bleecker St., 212-6279202; 683 Madison Ave., 212-813-0900; 134 Greene St., 212-334-1010; brunellocucinelli.com
intrigued by Brooklyn lately. I think Williamsburg in particular has some really neat shops. I just think there’s some really interesting things happening there, and it’s always full of energy.” RECENTLY PURCHASED: “Dover Street Market (160 Lexington Ave., New York, 646-837-7750; newyork.doverstreetmarket.com) is another place I love going. That’s probably the last place I bought something.” Todd Snyder’s NYC flagship store is located at 25 Madison Square North, 917-242-3482; toddsnyder.com.
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CALVIN KLEIN The American brand’s collections bring modernity to a whole new level, and thanks to a global ad campaign
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WHO: Creator and owner of menswear brand Todd Snyder, which
Design darling Zac Posen lends expertise to classic American sportswear as the brand’s creative director. 1180 Madison Ave., 212-2895027; 1270 Avenue of the Americas, 212-247-9374; 346 Madison Ave., 212-682-8800; brooksbrothers.com
The SOURCE: STYLE rare, and responsibly sourced. 716 Madison Ave., 212-906-0001; debeers.com
Two looks from Brunello Cucinelli’s Fall/Winter 2017 collection.
DE GRISOGONO Founder and Creative Director Fawaz Gruosi creates pieces that contrast generous volumes with sensual lines. 824 Madison Ave., 212-439-4220; degrisogono.com
DOLCE & GABBANA Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana’s take on Italian glamour has been at the forefront of fashion since the brand’s establishment in 1984. 717 Fifth Ave., 212-897-9653; Woman’s Boutique, 827 Madison Ave., 212-2494100; Children’s Boutique, 820 Madison Ave., 646-767-9171; dolcegabbana.com
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boasting icons like Kate Moss and Grace Coddington and of-the-moment models like Bella Hadid, it’s a proven staple among the stylish and fashionforward. 654 Madison Ave., 212292-9000; calvinklein.com
CANALI The choice for leading men from the big screen to city streets, Canali specializes in made-to-measure menswear. 625 Madison Ave., 212-752-3131; canali.com
CAROLINA HERRERA Elegant silhouettes get pops of color in the iconic designer’s jewel box of a boutique. 802 Madison Ave., 212-7442076; carolinaherrera.com
CARTIER After a major renovation spearheaded by interior designer Thierry Despont, the revamped mansion is exquisite. It features leather upholstered walls and a staircase connecting all four floors of the 44,100-square-foot space. INSIDER TIP: Among the many offerings—signature pieces, high jewelry, accessories, and collectible watches—the just-released
Panthère de Cartier watch is the most sought-after item. 653 Fifth Ave., 212-446-3400; 828 Madison Ave., 212-472-6400; cartier.us
The fashion retail space offers multiple floors with an eclectic atmosphere and trendy pieces to match the art gallerylike aesthetic. INSIDER TIP: The rotating clothing installations are always timely. Visit now for the Comme des Garçons installation by Rei Kawakubo, who is also being honored at the Met’s Costume Institute. 160 Lexington Ave., 646-837-7750; doverstreetmarket.com
ESCADA Effortless glamour and modern femininity are at the core of the German-based women’s brand. 7 E. 55th St., 212-755-2200; us.escada.com
FIVESTORY Housed in a brownstone on the Upper East Side, the three-story boutique founded by Claire Olshan (and her father, Fred Distenfeld) will welcome two new floors (with eveningwear, an updated shoe salon, and an event space) in June to celebrate its fifth anniversary. 18 E. 69th St., 212-8881338; fivestoryny.com
GIVENCHY Riccardo Tisci’s vision of the maison brings a dose of urban luxe to women’s and men’s ready-to-wear and accessories. 747 Madison Ave., 212-650-0180; givenchy.com
GUCCI Creative Director Alessandro Michele brings a fresh twist to the Italian luxury brand with clothes and accessories that feel vintage and referential but also lively and unmistakably now. 725 Fifth Ave., 212-826-2600; gucci.com
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Purveyor of all things sleek and minimal, Phoebe Philo’s designs are for the chic set. 870 Madison Ave., 212-535-3703; 67 Wooster St., 212-226-8001; celine.com
The brand’s fashion-forward styles have appeared everywhere from Madonna’s music videos to catwalks all over the globe. 402 W. Broadway, 212-966-3487; dsquared2.com
Since 2001, Pierre Hardy has created jewelry designs that put a modern spin on the brand’s equestrian heritage. 691 Madison Ave., 212-751-3181; Men’s Store, 690 Madison Ave., 212-308-3585; 15 Broad St., 212-785-3030; hermes.com
DAVID ALAN JEWELRY
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INTERMIX
This appointment-only jeweler is perfect for helping find and craft stunning pieces for any occasion. 2 W. 45th St., 212-382-1410; davidalanjewelry.com
Statement-making shoes from Paul Andrew and Alexandre Birman, bags by Lanvin and Givenchy, small leather goods from design darling Alexander Wang, and so much more make up an accessories-lover’s dream at the English manor-inspired boutique, which is infused with a dreamy palette of nudes, ivory, and blush tones. 391 Greenwich St., 212-431-3890; edonmanor.com
Personal stylists guide shoppers through a mix of edgy and stylish sartorial and accessories designers. 98 Prince St., 212-966-5303; 332 Bowery, 212-228-8531; 365 Bleecker St., 212-929-7180; 812 Washington St., 646-480-5762; 125 Fifth Ave., 212-533-9720; intermixonline.com
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DAVID YURMAN The fashion jewelry brand does ever fresher takes on its classic cable and chevron patterns, from everyday bracelets to engagement rings and elaborate pavé designs. 712 Madison Ave., 212-752-4255; 114 Prince St., 212-343-7918; davidyurman.com
DE BEERS DIAMOND JEWELLERS Each De Beers diamond is beautiful,
ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA The luxury Italian label offers men’s clothing, tailored suits, shoes, accessories, and fragrances. 663 Fifth Ave., 212-421-4488; zegna.com
ISABEL MARANT The designer’s collection of French It-girl pieces are set off by the boutique’s beautiful installations using wood, polyester film, and a motor by sculpture artist Arnold Goron. 469 Broome St., 212-219-2284; 23 E. 67th St., 212-249-2019; isabelmarant.com
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Manhattan’s style set shops the boutique for items from Christian Louboutin, Sacai, Kenzo, and more. 449 W. 14th St., 212-206-1272; jeffreynewyork.com
Founded in 1954 by Italian corsetmaker Ada Masotti, La Perla now offers everything from swimwear to perfume. 803 Madison Ave., 212-570-0050; 434 W. Broadway, 212-219-0999; laperla.com
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LJ CROSS
This celebrity jewelry designer and fashion favorite specializes in charms, architectural cuffs, and stackable rings. 103 Fifth Ave., 888-255-0640; jenniferfisherjewelry.com
Jeweler Lisa Jackson creates pieces that convey laidback luxury. 994 Madison Ave., 212-472-5050; ljcrossny.com
JIMMY CHOO Choo’s sky-high strappy sandals may be the most recognizable, but the brand’s handbags and leather goods are just as coveted. 699 Madison Ave., 212-759-7078; 645 Fifth Ave., 212-593-0800; 111 Greene St., 347-584-882; jimmychoo.com
JITROIS This French house is celebrated for its expert work with luxury leathers. 959 Madison Ave., 917-239-0933; jitrois.com
JOHN VARVATOS The designer’s love of Motor City rock ’n’ roll is apparent in his trendy, tailored menswear. 765 Madison Ave., 212-7602414; johnvarvatos.com
KIRNA ZABÊTE Founded in 1999, this boutique—which recently opened a permanent outpost in East Hampton——features Beth Buccini’s curated favorites, including cutting-edge fashion from 3.1 Phillip Lim and Vetements. 477 Broome St., 212-941-9656; kirnazabete.com
Gold medium thick script earrings, $485 (LEFT), and gold large script cuff, $975 (BELOW), both at Jennifer Fisher.
LOUIS VUITTON Go for monogrammed leather bags and luxury trunks galore. INSIDER TIP: The Soho shop, revamped by architect Peter Marino, features the works of artist Shuji Mukai. Flagship, 1 E. 57th St., 212-7588877; 116 Greene St., 212-274-9090; louisvuitton.com
MARNI Consuelo Castiglioni’s playful vision for the Italian label made it a global success across womenswear, menswear, and baubles. 159–161 Mercer St., 212343-3912; 1 Gansevoort St., 646-5326015; 21 E. 67th St., 212-257-6907; marni.com
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Thom Browne takes après-ski to the next level with modern looks for ladies and gents. 650 Madison Ave., 646-7687022; 90 Prince St., 646-350-3620; moncler.com
Created in New York by Parsons graduates-turned-fashion powerhouses Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, the brand redefines the modern woman’s wardrobe with forward-thinking designs. 822 Madison Ave., 212-585-3200; 121 Greene St., 212-420-7300; proenzaschouler.com
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NORMA KAMALI
Located on the Lower East Side, this boutique boasts stark white walls that act as a canvas for the downtown designer’s curated selection of independent designers, insider faves, and her own minimal styles. 123 Norfolk St., 212-673-6405; mnzstore.com
The shop features Kamali’s collection as well as an organic café and home and wellness items. 11 W. 56th St., 212-957-9797; normakamali.com
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Every season caters to the designer’s glam, jet-set-chic clientele. 601 Fifth Ave., 212-582-2444; michaelkors.com
Hailing from West Hollywood, the California-cool designs prove to be a mainstay for Manhattanites. 366 W. Broadway, 212-925-5400; 575 Madison Ave., 212-593-6135; 812 Madison Ave., 212-585-3433; oliverpeoples.com
American staples get the British tailoring treatment at this in-demand label. Women’s Store, 182 Columbus Ave., 212-362-7138; 73 E. Houston St., 212-777-2210; Men’s and Women’s, 425 W. 13th St., 212-249-3331; 11 E. 68th St., 646-517-7586; 119 Mercer St., 212-219-2204; Men’s Store, 228 W. Broadway, 646-277-8362; rag-bone.com
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Designer Lepa Galeb-Roskopp is influenced by her multicultural lifestyle. The Shops at the Plaza Hotel, 1 W. 58th St., 212-371-7050; misahara.com
Shop the exclusive Little Liffner x Opening Ceremony capsule collection—it’s perfect for the modern, on-the-go shopper. 35 Howard St., 212-219-2688; 1190–1192 Broadway, 646-695-5680; openingceremony.com
Since its inception in 1968, the label has put its stamp on everything from tuxedos to tennis skirts. INSIDER TIP: Nestled inside the flagship shop is Ralph Lauren’s first-ever fragrance boutique with 10 specially crafted eaux de parfums. The exclusive scents channel locales that have most influenced Lauren’s personal and professional life. New York City has an especially lovely scent, with notes of white lily and vetiver that recall the warmth and the spice so emblematic
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LALIQUE The French master of all things crystal continues to expand its offerings. Recent highlights include gorgeous bowls and vases designed by the late great Zaha Hadid. 609 Madison Ave., 212-355-6550; lalique.com
MODA OPERANDI LANCIANI TRAVEL JEWELRY Each piece is plated with three layers of yellow, white, or oxidized gold, and hand set with cubic zirconia stones. 826 Lexington Ave., 212-832-2092; lanciani.com
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Not just for fashion insiders anymore, Moda Operandi’s straight-from-therunway looks are shoppable in the online retailer’s boutique. Look for collections from Marchesa, Jonathan Simkhai, and Emilio Pucci. 24 E. 64th St., 212-727-7120; modaoperandi.com
PAUL MORELLI This jeweler remained Bergdorf Goodman Jewelry Salon’s best-kept secret until he opened a stand-alone shop in 2014. 895 Madison Ave., 212-585-4200; paulmorelli.com
The SOURCE: STYLE of Manhattan. Women’s and Home Flagship, 888 Madison Ave., 212434-8000; Men’s Flagship, 867 Madison Ave., 212-606-2100; ralphlauren.com
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The jeweler is known for contemporary designs rendered with ingots of 18k to 22k gold. 29 E. 73rd St., 212-722-1901; 30 Gansevoort St., 212-226-4513; reinsteinross.com
Modeled after a Soho apartment and offering services from personal styling assistance to wedding and gift registry, the shop sells everything from a blue velvet tufted sofa to an Altuzarra dress for your wardrobe and not-so-humble abode. 76 Greene St., 917-460-7196; theline.com
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE The go-to for trendy yet accessible contemporary collections, the luxury department store has stood as a pillar of New York’s fashion industry since 1924. 611 Fifth Ave., 212-753-4000; Brookfield Place, 225 Liberty St., 646-344-6300; saks.com
SALVATORE FERRAGAMO The Italian luxury lifestyle brand is favored by New York socialites and investment bankers. 655 Fifth Ave., 212-759-3822; ferragamo.com
Thakoon Panichgul creates effortless cool-meets-American classic pieces for the modern woman. 70 Wooster St., 212-929-0700; thakoon.com
THE ROW Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen brought their California-cool and minimalist designs to a three-story townhouse in the heart of the Upper East Side for an intimate shopping experience. Their sleek collections include a new menswear line and curated vintage jewelry collection. 17 E. 71st St., 212-755-2017; therow.com
Sanjay Kasliwal and his expert artisans are masters at Indian enameling techniques. 971 Madison Ave., 212-988-1511; sanjaykasliwal.com
TIFFANY & CO. The memory of a black-clad Audrey Hepburn may draw visitors to the famed jeweler’s Fifth Avenue flagship, but distinctive designs across a range of price points keep them coming back. The offerings include sweetheart necklaces and rings in sterling silver (the Elsa Peretti collection); sleek, contemporary cuffs and bracelets (the Tiffany T collection); and show-stopping fine jewelry (Tiffany Masterpieces). 727 Fifth Ave., 212-755-8000; tiffany.com
TOD’S Italian luxury at its best, Tod’s offers shoes, ready-to-wear, and leather goods for men and women whose priorities run to quality craftsmanship and contemporary style. 650 Madison Ave., 212-644-5945; tods.com
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St., 212-524-6790; 137 Fifth Ave., 212-460-5289; 230 Columbus Ave., 212-362-3676; theory.com
Basics get injected with the brand’s minimalist classicism, resulting in cashmere pullovers, boat-neck blouses, and leather jackets that are a must for every closet from Wall Street to the Upper East Side. 40 Gansevoort
Browse casual essentials within a chic 19th-century townhouse in the West Village. 407 Bleecker St., 212-5478383; 956 Madison Ave., 212-9888686; tomasmaier.com
SONIA RYKIEL Shop signature striped looks and colorful frocks amid the setting of a Parisian café, outfitted with more than 20,000 vintage books. 816 Madison Ave., 212-396-3060; soniarykiel.com
STELLA MCCARTNEY McCartney brings sustainable fashion to the forefront with superchic vegan accessories and a new menswear line. 112 Greene St., 212-627-1408; stellamccartney.com
Chic patterns and relaxed, easy silhouettes make Tory Burch an enduring favorite of Manhattan’s glitterati. 797 Madison Ave., 212-5108371; 38–40 Little W. 12th St., 212-929-0125; toryburch.com
TOTOKAELO Comme des Garçons and The Row are just two of the top labels found in this curated stop for fashion and art. 54 Crosby St., 206-623-3582; totokaelo.com
TOURNEAU New York’s go-to emporium is a certified retailer for Rolex, Patek Philippe, and its namesake watches since 1900. 510 Madison Ave., 212-758-5830; 1095 Avenue of the Americas, 212-278-8041; 12 E. 57th St., 212-758-7300; tourneau.com
WEMPE JEWELERS Since debuting in NYC in 1980, Wempe has been recognized as one of the world’s leading purveyors of fine timepieces and jewels. 700 Fifth Ave., 212-397-9000; Rolex Boutique, 665 Fifth Ave., 212-759-8278; wempe.com
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SMYTHSON From Grace Kelly to Sigmund Freud, the British brand has been the longtime choice for quality leather goods. 667 Madison Ave., 212-2654573; smythson.com
TORY BURCH
Velvet box bag with embellishments, $2,995, at Dolce & Gabbana.
Shoppers come for the Insta-worthy architecture by Santiago Calatrava and stay for oodles of luxury shopping, thanks to stores like London Jewelers, John Varvatos, Smythson, and the first-ever Dior makeup concept boutique. 185 Greenwich St., 212-284-9982; westfield.com
WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND In 1993, college friends Gerard Maione and Seth Weisser opened a vintage paradise for those seeking something truly unique amid the usual luxury label suspects. Coveted finds—from the 1880s to 1990s!— include Hermès Birkin bags, Louis Vuitton trunks, and Chanel earrings. 351 Broadway, 212-343-1225; whatgoesaroundnyc.com
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CAUDALIE Attention, busy New Yorkers! The Express Facial, a 30-minute radianceboosting treatment, is exclusive to this West Village boutique. It’s the perfect on-the-go stop when your visage needs super-quick brightening. 315 Bleecker St., 212-308-3552; us.caudalie.com
FOUR SEASONS NEW YORK DOWNTOWN The spa at this arrestingly beautiful luxury hotel blends high-tech treatments (such as the Remineralizing Crystal Detox body ritual) with a host of natural ingredients to create a truly rejuvenating experience. INSIDER TIP: We suggest the Hydrating Swiss Milk treatment—it’s regal and reminiscent of Cleopatra’s favorite beauty ritual. 27 Barclay St., 844-246-1097; fourseasons.com/newyorkdowntown/spa
sleek studio is right underneath Alec Baldwin’s apartment, so a celeb sighting may be in the cards. 51 University Pl., 212-477-2444; joeyhealy.com
NATUROPATHICA CHELSEA Sample from an array of herbal tonics and elixirs at this center’s Vitality Bar. This is the spot in NYC (and the Hamptons) for antiaging au naturel. 127 W. 26th St., 646-979-3960; naturopathica.com
THE RED DOOR SALON & SPA This cornerstone of Manhattan luxury offers everything from cosmetic facial treatments and hair therapy to an array of massages. INSIDER TIP: The potent Ceramide Capsules are our top pick among take-home products. 663 Fifth Ave., 212-564-0200; thereddoor.com
SEPHORA DR. STEVEN GREENBERG Dr. Greenberg has become a key resource for those considering plastic surgery, with a book (A Little Nip, a Little Tuck) and an antiaging product line (Cosmetic Surgeon in a Jar) to his credit. 461 Park Ave. S., 212-3194999; greenbergcosmeticsurgery.com
JOEY HEALY EYEBROW STUDIO A go-to for perfectly refined brows, this
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This beauty chain has become the foundation (pun intended) for looking great, with a new flagship store on Fifth Avenue offering skincare and fragrances from top luxury brands. 580 Fifth Ave., 212-980-6534; sephora.com
experience, which includes muscular remodeling, facial massage, and a dose of the brand’s concentrated Supremÿa at Night products. The result is smoothed fine lines, firmer skin, and redefined facial contours. 343 Bleecker St., 212-645-1013; sisley-paris.com
SPA DE LA MER Imagine being pampered head-to-toe with La Mer’s famous products. This spa features bio-fermentation procedures to revitalize the whole body. INSIDER TIP: Try the Miracle Broth facial, combining innovative massage techniques and a pure infusion of La Mer’s coveted Miracle Broth to aid with moisture, regeneration, soothing, smoothing, and radiance. 28 W. 53rd St., 212-7908910; baccarathotels.com/spa-de-la-mer
Sisley’s West Village boutique offers a number of antiaging spa treatments in a private back room. We recommend the signature 80-minute Supreme
Hailed as the top facial plastic surgeon in NYC, this Harvard-trained doctor is an international authority on facial aging. 800 Fifth Ave., Ste. 502A, 646-568-9115; drmatthewwhite.com
FITNESS Strengthen your core like you’re one of Lincoln Center’s finest at this ballet-based class for balance, strength, and elegance. INSIDER TIP: Follow founder Mary Helen Bowers on
WHO: Founding trainer at Rumble Boxing. SWEAT IN STYLE: “I love looking fresh when I’m working out. If I’m looking good, I’m feeling good. I find a lot of gear at Bandier (164 Fifth Ave., New York, 646-360-3345; bandier.com) and (shhh!) Forever 21 (50 W. 34th St., New York, 212-5642346; forever21.com)—you’d be surprised: cheap and cute!” POST-TRAINING TREAT: “Our studio is right around the corner from Juice Generation (109 E. 23rd St., New York, 212-531-1110; juicegeneration.com). I get the Peanut Butter Split smoothie and add dates. It sounds as good as it tastes!” OFFTHE-CLOCK FUN: “My favorite way to end a busy day is with a glass of
This boutique fitness studio, which specializes in under-an-hour, highintensity workouts, has locations on the UES and in Flatiron. It’s a fast-moving whiplash of a workout. 31 W. 19th St., 646-850-0469; fhittingroom.com
EXHALE This is where fitness and spa meet. Our tip for the coolest class to book is a one-on-one session of Thai yoga. The stretch is subtle, but the impact is transformative. 150 Central Park South, 212-561-7400; exhalespa.com
SLT Strengthen, lengthen, tone—that’s the mantra at this line of fitness studios across the city. INSIDER TIP: Try to get into founder Amanda Freeman’s class. She created the Pilates-based exercises from her own SLT Megaformer Classes, but she mixes it up with ChaiseFitness and yoga. Various locations, 212-226-7814; sltnyc.com
SOULCYCLE A cross between fitness, fashion, music, and culture, SoulCycle has become a lifestyle for many—in addition to offering some of the best cycling classes in the city. INSIDER TIP: Be sure to look out for our favorite instructors: Julie D., Jade, and Noah F. Various locations; soul-cycle.com
STUDIO B BY BANDIER In the heart of the Flatiron District is this go-to store for fitness apparel—look for lines such as Alala or one-off collabs with the likes of Nike. Nestled upstairs is the gem of the operation: a contemporary workout studio that blends music, fashion, and fitness. 164 Fifth Ave., 917-408-4617; bandier.com/studio-b
wine in hand at Westlight, the rooftop at The William Vale in Williamsburg
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(111 N. 12th St., Brooklyn, 718-307-7100; westlightnyc.com), looking at the
These retreats are the perfect way to stretch out while staying fit. Follow @yogaforbadpeople to track the retreats. Various locations; yogaforbadpeople.com
beautiful skyline of Manhattan.” Rumble Boxing is located at 146 W. 23rd St., 212-804-7918; rumble-boxing.com.
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Instagram (@balletbeautiful) for some pre-session inspiration. Not only are her moves transformative, but the feed is arrestingly beautiful to look at. 98 Greene St.; balletbeautiful.com
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SAME NABES, NEW NESTS POWER COUPLES SARAH JESSICA PAR R & MATTHEW BRODERIC AND TOM BRADY & GISELE BÜNDCHEN ARE STAYING LOCAL WITH THEIR NEW MOVES. LET’S SEE HOW THE ’HOODS STACK UP. BY TIM LATTERNER
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Unable to resist the West Village’s cozy appeal, the couple is converting two— yes, two—townhouses into one mega-mansion only blocks from their current home on Charles Street.
Celebs find they blend in with the crowds of locals.
Can this family do for Snow Days shaved ice what Sex and the City did for Magnolia Bakery cupcakes?
The Tank Louis Cartier watch with 18k white gold and diamonds.
Hollywood by the Hudson also houses Andy Cohen and Sally Field.
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The pair are staying within their celeb-magnet building, 70 Vestry, but moving up one floor from 11 to 12. (Brady wanted his residence to match his Patriots jersey number.)
Celebs find there are no crowds of locals.
Eggettes House for waffle sundaes— followed by the requisite gym penance.
Chanel’s Boy-Friend watch in beige gold with an alligator strap.
The city’s most expensive neighborhood (by far) is home to Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s growing fam.
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