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120 BUCKHEAD COURT | BRENTWOOD, TN Immaculate Traditional Brentwood Living. Just north of The Governors Club, this move-in-ready brick and stone 3-level personal residence is hidden and protected by a cul-de-sac that accentuates the privacy and comfor t of Brentwood living at its fnest. This often desired but seldom available proper ty is the prized jewel of the neighborhood. Built-to-suit by the demanding standards of the original builder-owner, the current owners have made substantial additional improvements to transform this proper ty into a spectacular Brentwood showplace. Exemplary schools, private pool, community pool and tennis. $665,000 | 5 Bedrooms, 5 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath Taylor Jones, 615.739.7870

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Peace & Quiet in Otter Wood. This abode has the personality to ft anyone, with any style. Gorgeous hardwood foors, plantation shutters, wainscoting, recessed lighting, granite and marble encased freplaces, decorative windows and a feeling of openness. This home rests on over 1 acre of beautiful, gently sloping land. $1,150,000 | 5 Bedrooms, 5 Full Baths, 2 Half Baths Lawrence M. Lipman, 615.364.3333

Gracious Gated Home with Privacy featuring custom millwork, oversized built-in shelving, heavy molding, wainscoting and many more special elements. The spacious 2 story family room features many embellishments youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see throughout the home with a stacked stone encased freplace as the focal point. Privacy with large gated courtyard with small pool. $895,000 | 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths, 2 Half Bath Lawrence M. Lipman, 615.364.3333

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With one of the best locations in the city this tri-level townhome shares ever ything that a large detached home conveys, but with very little maintenance. If you are looking to downsize or want a low maintenance home but still keep all your fabulous home amenities, this place is for you! $395,000 | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, 1 Half Baths Lawrence M. Lipman, 615.364.3333

Relaxing Retreat on Center Hill Lake. Idyllic proper ty has the best views on the lake and beyond! Two cottages with a total of 6 bedrooms with nice living spaces and a three car garage. Great decks provide views of Center Hill Lake and amazing scenery. Only 80 miles east of Nashville. $650,000 | 6 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths, 1 Half Baths Lawrence M. Lipman, 615.364.3333

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Luxurious Yucatan If I say “Mexico”, you probably envision a relaxing day at the beach or lounging by the resort pool enjoying a fresh margarita. Let me take you beyond the beach and into the heart of the Yucatan Peninsula and its capital city, Merida, which has both Spanish colonial and Mayan historical treasures to discover. I was there on a recent trip with Travel + Leisure magazine to explore the culture, food, and the adventure that is the Yucatan. Merida boasts broad central plazas for public gatherings where no one feels like a stranger. Any time of year you will fnd many choices for cultural events, concerts, theater productions, museums, and art exhibits of a quality so impressive, I felt I had been remiss in my education of such a rich culture and warm, inviting people who love to share their many gifts with guests. The city center comes to life weekend nights when streets are closed and stages erected for free concerts, cultural dancing shows, and pop-up cafes. One free afternoon, I went out on my own and enjoyed a stroll along the treelined Paseo de Montejo decorated with Spanish colonial architecture. I toured the oldest cathedral on the mainland of North America, Catedral de Merida, and then relaxed in the Plaza Grande with a cold drink and soaked in the slow pace of life without pressures of a schedule. In the mid-19th century, Merida was one of the wealthiest cities in the world and the tremendous amount of luxurious haciendas refected the owners’ wealth from their monopoly on the production of sisal, which supplied most of the world’s rope. Today, these haciendas have gone through a restoration boom converting into boutique luxury hotels with award-winning restaurants and a unique cultural fve-star experience. My three favorite haciendas in Merida are Rosas & Xocolate, Casa Lecanda, and the Mansion Merida. Created by combining two colonial mansions, Rosas & Xocolate won Architectural Digest’s “Iconos del Diseno 2011” for best architectural restoration in Mexico. The hotel combines rustic elegance with state-of-the-art entertainment systems. I loved the giant opensky bathtub, which allowed me to bathe and enjoy the night sky. The breakfast and dinner from the hotel’s award-winning restaurant was a special treat. A true highlight of the property is enjoying a drink with friends on the rooftop bar while listening to live music and watching the city come alive at night. The hotel’s owner, Carol Kolozs, is always charming and engaging with his guests. Casa Lecanda’s is a folly to what lays behind its heavy colonial Spanish doors. When I stepped into the charming reception area, I was transported to a calm ambiance of a small luxury boutique hotel within the historical center of Mérida. Ana Elena Mendez, owner of this seven-guest room property, lovingly oversaw every

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detail of architecture restoration and landscaping to provide her guests a sanctuary within the city. The property has a welcoming courtyard with hammocks and an inviting pool. I tasted the best chili rimmed Margarita at the Wine and Tequila Bar and enjoyed a gourmet four-course dinner prepared by her amazing chef. Across the street a new Italian restaurant owned by Ana Elena’s son Stefano, Oliva Kitchen & Bar, is receiving rave reviews. Mansion Merida on the Park is a step-back into the opulence of 19th century Merida with shimmering chandeliers, beautiful handpainted tile foors, gorgeous antiques, arched corridors, and timeless French architecture with European elegance. Every detail has been perfectly restored to the belle epoch glory days. The property has 14 suites, all tastefully and uniquely furnished, an outdoor pool, gym, spa, bistro and restaurant. This historic hotel has the prime location in Merida, is central to everything and a part of the beautiful Hidalgo Park near the center of town so a stroll to the museums, churches, and art galleries is simply out your door. My favorite experience on this trip was exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza and Uxmal, both within an easy drive of Merida. The Uxmal Mayan ruin site is less crowded than Chichen Itza and entices visitors with an overnight stay at the Lodge at Uxmal, a luxury hotel experience at the site, so you can fully enjoy the Uxmal experience during the day and the light show within the ruins at night. The property offers well-appointed suites and villas, built with materials native to the region. While there, don’t miss spending quality time in their all-natural spa. A trip to Mexico would not be complete without amazing dining options. Be sure you visit KU’UK restaurant which has won two prestigious dining awards: “ Best New Restaurant, Gourmet Awards, 2013, Travel + Leisure” and “100 Restaurants Worth a Pilgrimage: North & South America Food & Wine Magazine”. Ku’uk is the Mayan term for sprouts or shoots and the concept is molecular gastronomy featuring local ingredients. I’ve enjoyed many food pairings around the world and put my experience at Ku’uk at the top of the list. The chef created a tasting menu highlighting the history of the Mayan people. We learned how each dish told the story of the Mayan civilization. After three and a half hours of celebrating food, it only left me hungry to go back to Merida for more of everything. If you’re ready for an unforgettable Mayan adventure in culinary arts and cultural exploration with all the comfort of a luxury hacienda, give me a call and I will be delighted to customize your own escape beyond the beach. For more pictures and a video please visit our blog at enroute.privilegedjourneys.com

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Bibliotaph: Gardens of Delight

Green Wine

Wanderlust Fulfilled

The Breeders’ Cup Comes Home

It’s Not Wallpaper

Of Note...Outside Interests

Swiss Watch

Paradise Perfected

Summer Staples

Above Expectations: Tom Buckley

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From the Editor-In-Chief Growing up my father always told me “to whom much is given, much is expected.” I remember watching my father support numerous charities, underprivileged families, the Warner Parks, the Divinity School of Vanderbilt University and our church. My father was as quick with his checkbook as he was with his advice to my sister and me. My father was a fnancier and to him the word ‘share’ had multiple meanings: It not only was a means for money, it was a directive to give it as well. One of his favorite places was Cheekwood. Te house I grew up in once owned by the Cheek family, and the grounds were close to where I lived. I remember him telling me that Cheekwood was where the Swan Ball was held. As a little girl, I imagined a Cinderella-esque ball and I watched as my mother transformed herself from a housewife into a stunning creature swathed in folds of baby blue silk or adorned in sequins and red organza. It was magical. To me it was the epitome of sophistication, but I was too young to understand the real reason for the ball – a fundraiser for the botanical garden and museum of art that my father loved so much. Since his death two years ago, his words of generosity have resonated with me in so many ways. Tis year, as I prepared to go to the ball with my husband for the frst time, I wanted to do more than just attend. I wanted to share. I did not know how until I started getting involved with the chairs of the ball – Barby White and Kathleen Estes. Teir business savvy and passion was relentless, a little like my dad’s and now like my husband’s. They happily dedicated 15 months of their lives to create one stellar night to beneft the museum. Te two women gave up so much of themselves and their lives to create the event that I felt immensely inspired and had to do something. One of the events associated with the ball is an auction held at the Belle Meade Country Club. Te auction traditionally is one of the most important fundraising initiatives for Cheekwood throughout the year and relies on the generosity of others to make it the incredibly successful event is has historically become. Ironically, just as my husband got his papers to stay in America, my thoughts went to Italy and the home he and I shared before coming back to Nashville. I realize how blessed I am to have something I am able to share with others. I wanted others to experience what I was fortunate enough to experience. So, my husband and I are donating a 10-day trip to Italy for two couples to experience the best Tuscany has to ofer. Te winner of the trip will get a private tasting at an award-winning vineyard. Tey will experience an indulging day at Adler, a fve star luxury spa and hot spring and dine at Cristallo, the restaurant where I frst met my husband. Te trip will allow the auction patron to experience life as Italian. My husband and I will do all the planning to ensure that our guests have a once-in-a-lifetime experience of unparalleled luxury. Our home in Italy is one thing I do have to share. And my father wouldn’t have it any other way.

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Bibliotaph: Gardens of Delight

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Eminent New York landscape designer Edmund Hollander, best known for his work in the Hamptons, reveals how plants can add sensuality, texture, structure, and color to any garden. Edmund Hollander & Anne Raver (writers), Charles Mayer (principal photographer) - Te Good Garden: Te Landscape Architecture of Edmund Hollander Design Hardcover, 320 pages, Te Monacelli Press (monacellipress.com). Credited for being at the forefront of the New Perennial movement and for his work on the High Line in New York City and the Lurie Garden at Millennium Park in Chicago, this book ofers an intimate look at how Hummelo, the personal garden of renowned Dutch garden and landscape designer Piet Oudolf has evolved over the course of three decades in the industry. Noel Kingsbury - Oudolf: Hummelo Hardcover, 400 pages, Te Monacelli Press (monacellipress.com).

Inspired by the pioneering naturalist Gilbert White, who viewed natural history as the common study of cultural and natural communities, historic landscape consultant and garden conservator Mark Laird unearths forgotten historical data to reveal the complex visual cultures of early modern gardening. Mark Laird - A Natural History of English Gardening - Cloth, 464 pages, Yale University Press (yalepress.yale.edu).

Ofering a peek behind the facade of Parisian homes and into their private urban oases, this beautifully photographed tome highlights eclectic garden designs ranging in size from postage stamp to palatial. Alexandra D'Arnoux & Bruno de Laubadere (writers), Gilles de Chabaneix (photographer) - Private Gardens of Paris Hardcover, 192 pages, Flammarion (rizzolausa.com).

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Green Wine

Wine barrels at Nikolaihof Winery. Photo courtesy of Nikolaihof Wachau.

Written by Scott Harper, Master Sommelier

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I remember trying an organic wine more than 20 years ago. I said to myself, “Does that make a wine not listed as organic inorganic?” How can the earth’s most natural alcoholic beverage be inorganic, when, after all, grapes crushed with the natural yeast on their skin is what makes wine? Trying organic wine and assessing its quality was even more confusing because it simply wasn’t that good. Now two decades later, organic wine presents a totally diferent experience as it relates to quality and protecting the environment. Tere are several types of “green” wine, or wine made through eco-friendly agriculture, including sustainable, organic and biodynamic. Tese three methods of farming grapes are diferent but share two things in common: taking care of the environment and making quality wine. The following paragraphs provide a brief primer on this trio of methods as it relates to vineyards. Sustainable Conventional farming follows a predictable system. It is either time to spray pesticide to prevent a potential problem or mitigate an existing one. Conventional farming has negatives in that it can be harmful to the soil and the environment. Sustainable farming is about using what works best by considering what the vineyard really needs and what is the best way to treat the situation with the environment in mind, not simply resorting to spraying chemicals. Te French phrase lutte raisonée ("reasonable prevention") makes the most sense. Sustainable farming includes taking care of your employees; being socially responsible; recycling; having animal habitats (like installing owl boxes rather than poisons for rodent control); conserving soil, water and energy; and using alternative energy sources, including solar power. Organic Organic may be the easiest to explain. Organic farming prohibits the use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides and fungicides, as well as chemical-based fertilizers, on or around vineyards. Te vineyard

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owners use natural methods to take care of their vineyards, such as cover crops and compost for fertilizer, and they use approved natural substances to fght vine problems and benefcial insects and birds to control pests. Genetically engineered crops are forbidden. Labeling terms include “made with organic grapes" or "made with organically grown grapes,” and wines labeled with these terms allow low levels of sulftes to be added – less than 100 parts per million – in the completed wine. Wines labeled “organic” may not add sulftes. All wines contain sulftes, as it is a naturally occurring byproduct of fermentation and harmless unless you are hyper-allergic to them. When looking at most non-organic vineyards, you will often see nothing between its rows of vines – a complete monoculture – whereas with organic vineyards one might fnd yellow mustard, birds, insects, hawks and sheep grazing between rows, among other things. Biodynamic Biodynamic farming is a little bit harder to understand, but it is essentially organic taken up a few notches. It follows the philosophy of 1920s Austrian scientist-philosopher Rudolf Stein. Biodynamic manages the farm as a comprehensive ecosystem; it is holistic, selfsustaining and self-regulating. Biodynamic farming utilizes renewable natural methods to reinvigorate the soil and attempts to not deplete the earth’s resources. Planting animal horns filled with herbs and other compost in the vineyard and planning vineyard work according to phases of the moon have left some thinking biodynamic practices are viticulture voodoo, but these practices have been proven to help and improve the vineyard and certainly do no harm. So “green” wine is better for the environment, but does this growing category make better wine? When you talk to most winemakers they will say that wine is made in the vineyard, which speaks to how important the quality and purity of the grapes used to make wine are. You can make great wine from great grapes, but you cannot make great wine from mediocre grapes.

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It is generally accepted that vines are more balanced and are able to fght issues better because they are healthy and produce more consistent harvests when they are farmed “green.” Longterm costs are similar to conventional farming, despite initial conversion costs being higher. Some wineries may make the change in order make better wine, take care of the environment and/or provide a point of differentiation from a marketing standpoint with organic or biodynamic certifcations, but many wineries do not even list that they produce their wine “green.” Whatever the reason a chosen winemaker chooses to produce “green” wine, they are certainly leaders in a move toward greater sustainability, and we are all the benefactors of it. WHITE GREEN WINES Grüner Veltliner Nikolaihof “Hefeabzug” 2012 (Wachau, Austria) Nikolaihof is one of the oldest wine estates in Austria, dating back to Roman times. Today the Saahs family operates the vineyard in accordance with the regulations of the Demeter Association, one of the strictest control systems of organic agriculture. This Grüner Veltliner is straw/pale yellow, dry and medium-bodied and very crisp with Myer lemon, green apple, white grapefruit and a slight herbaceous tone with copious minerals. It is a refreshingly, delicious wine that goes well with oysters, cheeses and veal and is certifed biodynamic, as listed on the back label. Vernaccia Di San Gimignano “Simone Santini” “Tenuta Le Calcinaie” 2013 (Tuscany, Italy) In 1987, Simone Santini planted 15 acres of organically farmed vernaccia, an ancient white grape variety, at Le Calcinaie, his Tuscan estate near the famous town of San Gimignano. He has since doubled his acres, and the winery is certified organic by ICEA, the Italian Institute for Ethical and Environmental Certifcation. Tis wine is pale yellow with green highlights. Te

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Honig Cabernet vineyard. Photo by Devin Cruz Photography.

wine is dry, crisp and very linear. Tere are favors of citrus, apples and almonds, all in a compact medium-body that is quite tasty. Try it with roasted chicken and Milanese dishes. Made with organic grapes as listed on the label. RED GREEN WINES Les Baux De Provence Mas de Gourgonnier 2011 (Provence, France) Operated by Nicolas Cartier and his sons, the Mas de Gourgonnier employs biological farming methods, and grapes are harvested by hand. Tis wine is medium-purple with a nice smell of leather, earth, black currants, black cherries and Herbs de Provence. Te wine is dry, with medium tannins and a full body. Try with grilled meats or short ribs. Made with organic grapes as listed on the front label. Monastrell Tarima 2012 (Alicante, Spain) With an opaque purple color, this wine is big and rich with ripe fruit of strawberries, blackberries and blueberries. Te favors of espresso, spice and licorice are found in this forward wine that is delicious with ovenroasted ribeye. Made with organic grapes as listed on the front label. Cabernet Sauvignon Honig 2012 (Napa Valley, California) Te Honig Vineyard and Winery employs sustainable farming methods such as planting cover crops to nourish the soil; installing owl boxes for rodent control; mechanical tilling in lieu of spraying herbicides; using “snifer dogs” to detect vine mealybug; powering their operations with solar energy; and drip irrigation. Tis Cabernet Sauvignon is dark purple with favors of blackberry, cherry, plum, allspice, vanilla and oak, all in a fullbodied frame with well-integrated tannins. Drinks well now but will improve with a few years of additional aging. Sustainably farmed as listed on the back label.. sl A Certifed Wine Educator, Harper is one of 140 professionals in North America and 220 worldwide who have earned the title Master Sommelier.

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Curating a Lifestyle: Wanderlust Fulflled

Written by Amelia and Jef Jefers

From left to right: Sailor's Valentines, assembled from shells and stones by seamen for loved ones left at home, are very collectible this 19th Century example made in the Caribbean sold for $1,880 at Garth's. A 19th Century marine compass and mount by American makers sold for $460. Tis monumental ship's clock by the Chelsea Clock Company in Boston fetched a whopping $18,800 at Garth's in 2011.

Few images so capture the spirit of wanderlust, that insatiable passion for travel and adventure, than a ship on the open sea. From the moment the frst oceanic explorers conquered the waves and set sail for new, exotic lands, humanity’s fascination with ships and the wondrous expeditions they represent was set. For some, a daily reminder of the endless possibilities of voyages taken, and those yet to come, surfaces in the form of nautical antiques. A popular subject for artists, paintings of water, ships and harbors generally appeal to a wide audience and command very good prices at auction and in galleries. Grand 19th Century oils on canvas ofer historic touches to traditional decor, while naive, folksy paintings from the same period blend well with a more modern aesthetic. In virtually every medium, across nearly every genre, artists have attempted to visually convey the appeal of open water and the spirit of those who roam it. Infusing your collection with a bit of maritime whimsy need not be limited to art, however. A most distinctive and interesting collecting category, nautical antiques take many forms. Of particular note in the market today are architectural and mechanical salvage items. From ship’s lanterns and portholes to gauges and binnacles, elements reclaimed from shipping vessels are often of a large scale and sophisticated, sleek form that commands a space. Te rarest items are not always the most valuable. For example, portholes of various shapes are found at auction and antique shops - but lack a functional application unless remodeling is in your future. Values hover in the low hundreds. Higher prices are commanded for items that can be installed into a room without hassle, but still remain surprisingly affordable. An impressive standalone binnacle sold at Garth’s a few years ago for just $500. Ship’s clocks and lanterns are incredibly collectible and infnitely useable, appealing to a big audience of buyers. Prices range from $1,500 to $20,000 for choice clocks in wonderful condition, while lanterns are often found for $100 - $500.

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More inconspicuous choices for collectors include items made or used by sailors. Scrimshaw, the carved and engraved keepsakes made from bone or ivory, can be very valuable; but, fakes abound, so buyers should beware and only buy from trusted companies. Sailor’s valentines are a bit more uncommon: constructed from shells, stones and simple wood frames, the sweet and sentimental gifts are a wonderfully charming collectible. Depending upon the intricacy of design, prices hover in the $1500 - $3500 range. Mechanical instruments are vital to success on the sea, and sextants, as one example, are a fascinating category. As interesting as they are attractive, sextants were a key development in oceanic exploration. Garth’s has sold simple models for just over $100, while more complex versions can exceed $1,000. Just a few year’s ago, we were visiting with an antique dealer / friend at the preview party of a high-end antique show in New York City. As we perused his booth, he hurriedly completed the tag on a sailor’s valentine. When we inquired about his sudden excitement, he replied that a well-known American lifestyle maven was just a few booths away, and whispers about her fascination with valentines had made the way to him. She bought every example of the category at the show that day, and set into motion a market shift that is at the crux of supply and demand valuation. Te market for nautical collectibles remains hot today, with no signs of cooling anytime soon. Wanderlust is one of many reasons to embrace nautical antiques and fne art. One of our favorite quotes is “A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor.” In our family, ships, anchors and seascapes are gentle reminders of living life with fortitude and tenacity. Whether you fnd inspiration, motivation or relaxation maritime collectibles surely have a place in every abode. sl Amelia & Jef Jefers are co-owners of two fne art, antique and bespoke collectibles companies: Garth's of Delaware, Ohio and Selkirk of St. Louis, Missouri.

Tis 19th Century painting of the British ship Te Annie Sherewood by William Mitchell, painted in 1869, sold for $3,173 at Garth's.

Te sextant, when combined with a ship's clock, was instrumental in the exploration of the open seas. Tis beautiful English model sold for $875.

So beloved was the acclaimed opera singer, Jenny Lind, that many late 19th Century ship's fgure heads were styled in her image. Tis sweet example sold for $1100 at Garth's. Architectural elements such as these portholes (sold, $150) are a whimsical way to add a nautical fair to interior design.

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Goldencents with Rafael Bejarano aboard wins the $1 Million Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile for trainer Leandro Mora and owner W.C. Racing during the 2014 Breeders' Cup World Toroughbred Championships. Photo by Ben Van Hook.

Te Breeders’ Cup Comes Home Lexington’s Keeneland Racecourse to host the prestigious event for the frst time in its 32-year history. Written by Bridget Williams More than 30 years after the late respected horseman John Gaines of Lexington, Kentucky, organized a group of regional horse farm owners to pool funds and stage a national championship horserace, the Breeders' Cup World Championships will make its debut on the hallowed grounds of Keeneland Racecourse in Lexington on October 30 and 31, 2015. Serving as the unofcial end of the thoroughbred racing season, this culmination is marked by 13 championship races, including the $5 million Breeders’ Cup Classic. “Approximately 70 percent of the horses that will be competing were born and raised within a 50-mile radius of Keeneland, making this homecoming incredibly exciting for fans and owners,” remarked Bill Tomason, president/CEO of Keeneland. Whereas the Kentucky Derby is said to be “Te Most Exciting Two Minutes In Sports,” with 20 horses in the running, the Breeders’ Cup encompasses an entire weekend of top-tier racing, attracting 150 of the best horses in the world who qualifed to compete by either winning a Breeders’ Cup Challenge race or earning enough

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points in major races during the year. Will Farish of Lexington’s Lane’s End Farm and chairman of the Executive Committee of the Breeders’ Cup described each race as the equivalent of an all-star game. “Te atmosphere is so dynamic that it’s just incredible,” added Vince Gabbert, vice president of Keeneland. Situated amongst the verdant, rolling hills that defne the heart of Kentucky’s horse country, Keeneland, a National Historic Landmark opened in 1936, is still guided by its founding mission to reinvest profits back into the track, the industry and the community at large through its charitable foundation. As horse racing’s most prestigious and infuential gathering on a global scale, the Breeders' Cup World Championships attracts racing's elite – the best horses, owners, breeders, trainers and jockeys – along with legions of fans who also enjoy a full complement of luxury lifestyle and hospitality events. “Racing has always been a lifestyle experience, but as time has gone on we’ve upped the game in terms of the fan experience,” said Fravel.

Untapable with Rosie Napravnik aboard wins the $2 Million Breeders' Cup Longines Distaf for trainer Steven M. Asmussen and owner Winchell Toroughbreds during the 2014 Breeders' Cup World Toroughbred Championships. Photo by Gary Mook.

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Hootenanny with Lanfrnaco Dettori aboard wins the $1,000,000 Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf for trainer Welsey A. Ward and owner Derrik Smith, Michael Tabor & Mrs. John Magnier during the 2014 Breeders' Cup World Toroughbred Championships. Photo by Christy Radecic.

Bobby Flay watching the races at the 2014 Breeders' Cup World Championships at Santa Anita Park. Photo by Matt Sayles/AP Images.

Chef Masaharu Morimoto at the 2014 Breeders' Cup World Championships. Photo by Matt Sayles/AP Images.

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Photo by Matt Sayles/AP Images.

Main Sequence with John Velazquez aboard wins the $3 Million Breeders' Cup Longines Turf for trainer H. Graham Motion and owner Flaxman Holdings, LTD during the 2014 Breeders' Cup World Toroughbred Championships. Photo by Gary Mook.

Once Keeneland was selected as a host site, a committee comprised of both local leaders and international figures began planning a weeklong festival to engage the entire community in the excitement. KentuckyOne Health is serving as the title sponsor of the Breeders’ Cup Festival, which will take place at venues around Lexington beginning October 25. “Visitors will be able to experience all that’s great about Lexington and the Bluegrass, including its friendly people, who take great pride in the region’s history and legacy of horse breeding and racing,” said Tomason. Taste of the World, a signature Breeders’ Cup event, will be hosted at WinStar Farm. Heavily attended by owners and trainers, celebrity chef and thoroughbred owner Bobby Flay was instrumental in founding the foodie-focused event fve years ago. “Before we go to war on the racetrack, I thought it would be good to break bread the night before,” explained Flay, adding, “Tere’s so much fantastic Southern flavor in Lexington that we will thread all through the event, but other cuisines will be represented as well to reinforce Breeders’ Cup as an international event.” With significantly less permanent seating capacity than past host sites such as Santa Anita, Belmont and Churchill Downs, the 2015 Breeders’ Cup will be the first in its 32-year history to implement an admissions cap. To accommodate the anticipated crowds, the organization has invested $5 million on temporary infrastructure, including VIP chalets in the stretch, a bourbon lounge with a 3,000-person capacity and a luxury

chalet over the paddock area that can accommodate 600 guests. Tese enhancements are in addition to Keeneland’s rigorous and on-going schedule of improvements. Keeneland is the world’s largest thoroughbred auction house, and coinciding with the Breeders’ Cup will be Keeneland’s fall sale, also signifcant on a global scale as no less than 77 horses sold at Keeneland have won 83 Breeders’ Cup races. “Combining the stock sale with the world championships in a community that is all about the horse represents all of the ingredients necessary to make a truly unique experience,” said Tomason. As of press time, tickets sales were proceeding at a blistering pace, with trackside areas, including general admission, sold out for Saturday, October 31, and less than 3,000 trackside tickets remaining for Friday, October 30. Premium tickets and packages with unique food and beverage options and either seating or access to various locales around the track including trackside and saddling paddock luxury chalets, the Entertainment Center and Keene Barn, the Bourbon Lounge, the Sales Pavilion and The Toroughbred Club were available in very limited quantity. When asked if there’s a chance the event will return to Lexington at a future date, Fravel replied enthusiastically by saying, “If ticket sales to date are any indication, we’ll defnitely be back in Kentucky.” For more information on group sales and premium tickets, call 859.514.9428 or email groupsales@breederscup.com. sl slmag.net

It’s Not Wallpaper

Written by Ruth Crnkovich and Anita Heriot

Many companies purchase art for decorative purposes or for investment. A corporate collection can vary from museumquality fne art to posters. While nationally there are over 1,000 corporations with known art collections, it is unlikely that many of these could achieve the high prices the Lehman collection realized at the 2009 auction at Freeman Brothers in Philadelphia. For example, a Roy Lichtenstein print, titled “I Love Liberty,” fetched $49,000 at auction and was likely purchased at auction earlier by Lehman Brothers at a considerably lower price. To what extent is the sale of the Lehman collection a window into the corporate art world? Most corporations do not realize the actual value of their collection until they need to sell. While the insurance values, which are based on retail gallery prices, refect high prices for the artwork, only the fair market value – auction price – reflects its place as an asset. In fact, many corporate art collections have very little value at auction. Many art consultants, who claim vast years of experience in the art world, purchase fne art that has little to no long-term value. Te principle reason why an art consultant would favor such purchases is that they are able to achieve a much greater fnancial gain from selling the work of living artists, taking as much as 50 percent commission from the artist’s sale price. Also, living artists provide a ready inventory of pieces to choose from. While there is no doubt that many of the artists have talent, the problem is that if the inventory of a corporate art collection is primarily comprised of living artists who have not actively sold at auction, the collection cannot be considered to have any real value as a corporate asset. Additionally, the consultant may also get incentives from certain art dealers for placing works by artists they represent in signifcant corporate collections. While inventory markup is common practice for interior decorators, is it ethical for art consultants? Understanding how art is valued is of utmost importance regardless of who is buying and for whom. Let’s consider how art is valued and when it’s deemed an asset. Art Appraising 101 teaches that there are four diferent values for art at any given time. Te retail value is the price paid for an artwork and is important for

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insurance purposes in the event the art is damaged, stolen or lost. Appraisers are retained to update retail appraisals for insurance purposes. Retail value appraisals refect the highest price in the most immediate market for like, kind and quality in the event of a loss. Te appraisals are meant to cover the cost of buying a similar work of art and any other fees associated with replacing it such as framing, shipping and installation. Retail values do not refect the real value of the art if it were to be sold. For insurance, the Lichtenstein “I Love Liberty” would be valued at $50,000. However, the true value of the asset is the fair market value. Tis refects the price that would be paid for a similar item in the open market. Traditionally, auctions are the best source for information regarding fair market values because those prices are publicly published. Te fair market value refects the price that is “paid by a willing buyer to a willing seller,” both having equal knowledge of the facts and neither being required to act. It behooves the corporation to know the fair market value of the art in their collection to understand if they have an asset or simply an attractive picture. Every piece of art in a corporate collection should have two valuations; the retail value for insurance purposes and a fair market value for asset management. Te fair market value for Lichtenstein’s “I Love Liberty” as of February 2010 is $25,000. Marketable cash value is best described as the “net proceeds” after the sale of the art. It takes into consideration what the fair market value would be: the cost of sales, i.e. auction premiums, shipping costs, photography costs and any other fees associated with the selling of the art. Te current marketable cash value for Lichtenstein’s “I Love Liberty” is $17,000, a diference of $8,000. No corporation wants to think about what happens to the value of their property in a liquidation sale. Te art world shudders at the thought of liquidating corporate art collections. Liquidation values refect the price that a work of art would sell for in the event of a forced sale. Liquidation values are based on the result of too much art to sell and too little time in which to sell it. Wise purchasing practices ensure that art will actually retain value.

What Every Corporation Should Know About the Role of the Art Consultant Art advisors and consultants frequently purchase artwork as an agent on behalf of the corporation. Te purchasing of art for a corporation is shaped by several factors: • • • •

Te interior ofce space. Te products produced by the corporation. Te geographical location of the corporation. Te particular taste and interest of infuential executives in the corporation. • Te connections the art consultant has with particular “working artists.” • Te desire to purchase art as an asset or investment for the company. Too frequently art consultants don’t consider art as an asset of the company, more often favoring the work of local, living artists.

ROY LICHTENSTEIN, "I LOVE LIBERTY", 1982. Color screenprint on Arches 88 wove paper. Photo courtesy of Freeman's Auctioneers.

What happens when corporate art consultants behave more like decorators than advisors selling only art that has no real value? Consider contemporary artist Debbie Smith who sells her original abstract watercolors online, at local art fairs and through her local art consultant Betty, who has a decorating business. Debbie paints abstract forms in soothing pastel colors. She has enlisted the help of an excellent framer to make her work stand out. She sells her own paintings at art fairs for $1000-$2000 (unframed). Consultant Betty can sell the same paintings to her corporate clients for $5000 each and keep 50 percent of the proft for herself. Betty can usually sell at least four works to each of her corporate clients. Te retail value for insurance purposes is $20,000 for the four paintings. Fast-forward 10 years. One of the corporations has a new CEO who wants to give the company a new polished look. He plans to sell some of the old art and use those funds to buy new works. Arrangements are made to sell the art at auction, but because there is no active auction record of sales for the artist, the auction house puts a value of $100-$200 each for the watercolors. Only one painting sells and sells for $80. Te other three watercolors did not sell. Te fair market value for

the one painting is $80. The marketable cash value is $64. Unfortunately this circumstance is not an anomaly for the corporation who decides to sell their art inventory at auction. As long as the bulk of the collection is made up of living artists who have not sold at auction, the depreciation in value for the artwork will be substantial. Tere are concrete ways corporations can avoid catastrophic depreciation of their collection. Every corporation with an existing collection should have a fair market appraisal of their pieces. Tis will provide them with a clear understanding of the current value of the work in the auction market. Additionally, the corporation should clearly articulate the overall goals of the art collection to their art consultant. While it is assumed that the art consultant industry has ethical standards for their profession, at this time there is no license necessary to practice. Unlike ofce furniture or wallpaper, fne art is a marketable asset and should be purchased with that goal in mind. Insist that your art consultant purchase works that show your company invests wisely. sl Ruth Crnkovich is a Fine Art Appraiser at President of CRN Fine Art Services. Anita Heriot is Vice President and Head of the Appraisal Department at Samuel T. Freeman & Company.

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Of Note...Outside Interests

Compiled by Bridget Williams

1) Rufno, the classic Italian winery and govino, the innovative â&#x20AC;&#x153;go anywhereâ&#x20AC;? wine glass maker have collaborated with Milan art design school POLI.design to design a resort-ready set of screen printed futes ideal for summer outdoor entertaining. Te limited edition Al Fresco Flutes will be available for sale online beginning in June ($20/ 4; Rufno.com). 2) Vondom PEACOCK self-watering planter designed by Eero Aarnio (price upon request; vondom.com). 3) Wirkkala Bottles by Tapio Wirkkala were originally in production between 1959 and 1968 and are now available in a series numbered from 1 to 2015. Te bottles will bear an engraving to mark the centenary and they will only be available in 2015 (price upon request; ittala.com). 4) Union LED steel outdoor foor lamp from the Te Urban Tree of Light Collection by Beau et Bien (price upon request; beauetbien.fr). 5) Decorative bowl individually cast in black concrete with a smooth outer texture with natural voids ($250 & $325; alicetacheny.com). 6) Aegean napkin rings and Mod Dot napkins (both $18:each; jonathanadler. com). 7) MacKenzie Childs Flower Market outdoor butterfy chair ($2,995) and Flower Market square ottoman ($750; mackenzie-childs.com).

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8) Using wood pellets instead of charcoal or gas, at the push of a button, the Rec Tec grill will automatically light and heat to the temperature you have selected, removing the variable of temperature fuctuation that plagues backyard enthusiasts and pit masters alike. Te pellets contain the perfect amount of moisture, which provides humidity in the cooking chamber and prevents foods from drying out ($998; rectecgrills.com).9) Fair Winds 100% polypropylene outdoor rug from Company C ($60-$795; companyc.com). 10) MĂŠridienne from the Komfy collection by Sifas (priced upon request; sifas.com). 11) Te sinuous lines of the Tommy Bahama Home Tres Chic chaise lounge are achieved through the blending of natural teak with brushed stainless steel ($3,000; lexington.com/tommy-bahama). 12) Te series of seven vases in fve colors that comprise Ruutu by Erwan & Ronan Bouroullec represent Iittala's frst collaboration with the Bouroullec brothers. Meaning 'diamond' in Finnish, Ruutu is meant to be grouped together in clusters to show of the play of light and color with the glass. A beautiful way to display your summer arrangements. (from $95; iittala.com).

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1) Superarchimoon Outdoor foor lamp by Philippe Starck for FLOS Lighting($14,950; usa.fos.com). 2) Iittala Aino Aalto clear pitcher ($135; aalto.com). 3) Tyler outdoor armchair by OutrĂŠ ($2,705; shop.itstheniche.com). 4) Designed by Paul Loebach, the copper x3 Watering Can by Kontextur is designed with three bends in the handle that allow for carrying on top when full and from the side when pouring ($145; lumens.com). 5) Te Adan planter from Vondom features a multicolor light system available with energy saving lamps and/or LED technology with remote control (price upon request; vondom.com). 6) Santorini outdoor sofa with cushions in Sundial Spa from Arhaus ($2,300; arhaus.com).

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7) Inspired by the lanterns found on fshing boats, the Santorini collection of outdoor customizable lamps from Marset allows you to create multiple compositions (price upon request; marset. com). 8) Both the FLUX Lounge Chair and FLUX Ring Drink Table from Link Outdoor are constructed of powder coated aluminum and shown in a Bronze Patina fnish. Also available in Bone White, Gunmetal, Silver and Steel (to the trade; linkoutdoor.com). 9) Bronze Chinese lanterns by Erin Sullivan Objects beautifully depict the Chinese character symbolizing "longevity". Available in three sizes (price upon request; esobjects.com). 10) Te indoor/outdoor FollowMe LED lamp from Marset is inspired in form and function by a traditional oil lantern ($245; marset. com/usa). 11) Fifty armchair and ottoman by Dรถgg & Arnved Design Studio for Ligne Roset ( $1,525 & $530; ligne-roset-usa.com).

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Swiss Watch

Te future of motoring on display in Geneva Written by Andre James

Aston Martin Vulcan

Nearly 700,000 motoring enthusiasts streamed through the doors of the 85th edition of the Geneva International Motor Show to get a first glimpse of what’s new and next in the automotive world. All exhibition halls were completely full and a special display presented by Swiss watch manufacturer TAG Heuer highlighted its involvement in motor sports; the watchmaker has been a sponsoring partner of McLaren for three decades. Bastions of high performance motoring – Aston Martin, Ferrari and McLaren – to name a few, debuted models that nudged the bar even higher, while other respected marques such as BMW, Lexus and Rolls Royce pushed the envelope with technological and accoutrement advances. Te new Alfa Romeo 4C Spider made its European debut alongside the latest Alfa Romeo 4C Coupé. Te Coupé enjoys a number of signifcant changes for 2015, including more standard features and a wider range of options, but it was the Spider that dominated the limelight. Built around an ultra-lightweight carbon fber monocoque, minimal structural enhancements were required to transform Coupé into Spider. New performance features that debuted on the 4C Spider include the optional Akrapovič titanium exhaust 48 slmag.net

system, which is mounted centrally, finished with carbon fiber bezels and offers switchable modes that can be selected depending on the driving environment and driver inclination. Powered by the same, all-aluminum, 240hp, 258lb.-ft., 1750 TBi engine as the Coupé, performance is on par with the hardtop model, with a top speed of 160 mph and a 0-to-60 mph time of less than 4.5 seconds. The global unveiling of the Aston Martin DBX Concept signaled a key change in the brand’s thinking, as CEO Dr. Andy Palmer stated that he has challenged his team to re-evaluate and expand the high luxury GT sector in the years ahead. “Te Geneva show this year marks the frst public signs of a revolution at Aston Martin – a revolution we’re calling ‘Second Century,’” said Palmer. Limited to just 24 examples worldwide, Aston Martin’s new Vulcan, a track-only supercar, will allow its lucky owners the opportunity to precisely tailor their track day experiences through a graduating scale of detailed power and dynamic performance adjustments. Prior to taking delivery of their cars, owners will be ofered the opportunity to take part in an extensive program of intensive track driver training with experienced racers including Le Mans winner Darren Turner.

Bentley EXP 10 Speed 6 Concept

Styled entirely in-house by the Aston Martin design team led by Chief Creative Ofcer Marek Reichman, and with a design language hinting at the next generation of Aston Martin sports cars, this supercar is powered by the most potent iteration yet of the company’s naturally-aspirated, 7.0-litre, 800-plus bhp V12 engine. Bentley highlighted the future of the brand and its continued dual commitment to luxury and performance with the introduction of the EXP 10 Speed 6 concept, a British interpretation of a high performance two-seater sports car. “Tis is not just a new sports car concept – but the potential of Bentley sports cars – a bold vision for a brand with a bold future,” commented Wolfgang Durheimer, chairman and chief executive of Bentley Motors. To mark the 10th anniversary of the BMW 1 Series, a revised version of the popular model was revealed with a sportier design both inside and out and from bonnet to the trunk along with technological upgrades and improved fuel efciency. Class defining characteristics such as rear-wheel drive and a 50:50 weight distribution remain unchanged. Te new BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer was introduced as the world’s frst premium Multi-Purpose Vehicle – the frst premium

seven-seater with four-wheel drive in the compact segment. Safety and connectivity features of note include Head-Up Display, Adaptive Cruise Control, Park Assistant and Trafc Jam Assistant. Forty years on from the launch of Ferrari’s iconic frst-ever mid-rear-engined V8 Berlinetta, the 308 GTB, the Ferrari 488 GTB opens a new chapter in automotive history with a plethora of patented features that draw extensively on the company’s experience in both Formula One and endurance racing. Te 488 in the car’s moniker indicates the engine’s unitary displacement, while the GTB stands for Gran Turismo Berlinetta, a reference to its deep roots in Ferrari history. Power is delivered by a new 3902 cc turbo engine coupled to a seven-gear F1 dual-clutch gearbox featuring Variable Boost Management that optimally distributes torque (a maximum 760 Nm in seventh gear). Patented solutions and innovative features include a blown rear spoiler and a 458 GT-derived aerodynamic underbody with vortex generators. Te Ferrari 488 GTB debuted in a new Rosso Corsa Met livery with black and red technical fabric cabin trim, and in a Grigio Ferro Met livery with black and beige Tradizione leather interior trim. slmag.net

Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale Centennial Edition

McLaren 675LT

911 GT3 RS

Ford GT

Ford Motor Company powered into the 2015 Geneva Motor Show with its most technologically advanced performance model range ever, including the European premiere of the all-new Ford GT supercar, which uses an aerodynamic carbon fber body and fuel-efcient twin-turbocharged V6 EcoBoost engine to deliver one of the best power-to-weight ratios of any production car. “The Ford performance vehicle line-up on show in Geneva stretches from a compact hatch to a supercar, and with 12 models to come through 2020, this promises to be a vintage era for driving enthusiasts,” said Jim Farley, Ford Motor Company executive vice president and president Europe, Middle East and Africa. 2014 marked the 25th anniversary of the very frst Lexus, the LS400 saloon. To celebrate this milestone, Lexus challenged ED2, its European design studio, to create a concept of an ultracompact urban 2+2 model. Debuting at Geneva, the LF-SA Concept is a driver-focused vehicle, refecting Lexus’ vision for a future world where technology and virtual experiences are expected to hold more sway and where real driving experience could become the ultimate luxury. Te 2+2 cabin layout gives clear priority to the driver, with a fixed driver’s seat, and adjustable steering wheel and pedals, 50 slmag.net

which brings the vehicle to the driver rather than vice-versa. Te infotainment system includes a hologram-style digital display incorporated in the instrument binnacle and a wide-angle head-up display. After a year of commercial success and recent centennial celebrations, Maserati’s stand portrayed 2015 as a year of consolidation before the launch of its new models. Te brand announced a strengthening of the all-Italian partnership with Ermenegildo Zegna maison of Trivero, with the production launch of a new interior version available as an option beginning in autumn. The Ermenegildo Zegna interior combines Poltrona Frau Leather with 100 percent natural fber Zegna Mulberry Silk inserts on the seats, door panels, roof lining, sunshades and ceiling light fixture. Available in three color variants for the interiors of the Quattroporte and Ghibli saloons, this exclusive outft will be the most exquisite of all Maserati customizations. McLaren’s 675LT made its global debut as the lightest, most powerful and fastest model in the McLaren Super Series, and also the most exclusive: production will be strictly limited to just 500 examples worldwide. At its core is the lightweight carbon

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fiber MonoCell chassis, shared with each model in the Super Series, but in this case both the chassis setup and powertrain are bespoke, with a third of overall parts and components modifed. Porsche’s new 911 GT3 RS was shown equipped with the maximum degree of motorsport technology currently possible in a street-legal 911, but with supreme suitability for everyday driving. Te engine, a 4.0-liter six-cylinder with 500 hp, has the largest displacement and most power of any naturally aspirated power unit with direct fuel injection in the 911 family, capable of accelerating the car from 0-to-62 mph in 3.3 seconds and on to 124 mph in 10.9 seconds. For the frst time, the roof panel is made of magnesium; carbon fber is used for the engine and luggage compartment lids, and other lightweight components are made of alternative materials. Te 911 GT3 RS features the widest tires of any 911 model as standard. Te interior design of the 911 GT3 RS with Alcantara elements is based on the current 911 GT3, with the exception of the sports seats, which are based on the carbon fber “bucket” seats of the 918 Spyder. With the unveiling of Serenity, Rolls-Royce set a new standard in authentic, bespoke luxury motoring. Delivering authentic modern luxury, Serenity reintroduces the fnest of textiles – hand-

woven and hand-painted silk – to create the most opulent interior of any luxury car. “The rear compartment of a Phantom is the most tranquil, beautiful place to be, a place where time and the outside world simply slip past,” said Cherica Haye, a member of the Bespoke Design department. “Tis tranquility made us think of the Oriental tradition where emperors would take to their private gardens to refect in solitude under the blossom trees. We felt it was the perfect representation of tranquility and serenity for a beautiful modern interior from Rolls-Royce.” Te blossom motif on the silk used extensively in the interior is recreated in motherof-pearl marquetry on the rear door cappings, which is laser-cut and hand-applied, petal-by-petal into the wood. At the closing of the 11-day show, its President, Maurice Turrettini, conveyed his satisfaction: “Once again the Geneva International Motor Show has enhanced its image as an outstanding international showroom that brings together not only the largest automobile manufacturers but also provides a stage for smaller constructors, designers, suppliers and preparation specialists.” Te 86th edition of the Geneva International Motor Show will take place from March 3-13, 2016. sl slmag.net

Paradise Perfected From island idler to active adventurer, Laucala Island raises the bar for a luxury lifestyle experience Written by Bridget Williams

Laucala’s fshing grounds are the largest protected fshing area within Fiji.

Laucala Island ruined me. The experience was so unparalleled that throughout the entirety of my stay I was often left pondering the fact that while I felt fully awake, I most certainly must be dreaming. A veritable tropical fantasyland full of architectural, gastronomic, cultural, natural and recreational delights, it will forever be the high water mark by which all of my future travels will invariably be judged. On a map of the world, Laucala appears as a nearly indiscernible spec nearby the small spec that represents Fiji. Tis is not the kind of place someone comes across by happenstance, but if I were to ever get stranded on a three-hour tour, I’d want it to be here. Volcanic in origin, and ringed by a reef that teems with marine life and keeps the waves nearly as gentle as a kitten lapping up a dish of milk, approximately half of this South Pacifc archipelago, a little more than six miles in length and encompassing 3,500 acres, is comprised of unmolested rainforest not unlike what Dutch sailor Abel Tasman would have encountered when he explored these waters in the 17th century. 52 slmag.net

Disembarking in Nadi following a 15-hour fight, I was thrilled to see a Laucala representative who whisked us through customs so that within 20 minutes we were aboard the resort’s own King Air B 200 for the scenic 55-minute fight to paradise. Fijian employees in traditional attire were waiting to serenade us after touching down on the island’s private airstrip, and though weary with jet lag and the extreme time difference, the music, the fresh coconut water, the pervading smell of lemongrass and the call of tropical birds invigorated us enough to power through the afternoon. The resort is positioned on the north end of the island. Billionaire owner Dietrich Mateschitz, co-founder of the Red Bull energy drink company, purchased the island in 2003 from the Forbes family and spared no expense in its development (the late Malcolm Forbes was so enamored with the place that he chose it as his fnal resting spot). A mind-boggling array of infrastructure, which includes bottling the island’s own artisanal water that bubbles forth from underground aquifers, allows the operation to be 85 percent self-sufcient.

Surrounded by opulent green hills, the spacious living areas of the Peninsula Villa are connected by wooden bridges that ofer spectacular views from every angle.

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Plateau Villa with private pool.

Booking into one of Laucala’s 25 one-, two- and threebedroom villas places you among rarefied company: just 500-600 guests are welcomed to the island each year. Approximately 300 staf are present on the island at any given time, regardless of whether there is one guest or the maximum capacity of 80. It’s the perfect opportunity to pretend to be queen for a day (preferably more). Each villa features its own pool, lush tropical garden, and spacious indoor and outdoor areas, along with all food and beverage services, chauffeur, nanny, housekeeping, Tao service, laundry and dry cleaning, and both welcome and farewell gifts. Guests are also offered watersports activities (including a DeepFlight Super Falcon submarine – the only resort in the world to boast of such an amenity), boating/sailing, golf, tennis, horseback riding, 54 slmag.net

hiking, biking, surfng, fshing and diving as part of their stay. “For someone who is actively minded this place is exceptional, but we can also more than adequately cater to those who want to unplug and do nothing,” explained General Manager Andrew Tomson. Driving along the cobblestone paths (all meticulously laid by hand) from the landing strip to our oceanfront villa, I marveled at the Seuss-like architecture, which employs natural materials and modern sensibilities with traditional Fijian building techniques; a cultural center, one of the few traditional villages left in Fiji designed to preserve and showcase local traditions, culture and architecture to guests; and, the most amazing resort pool I’ve ever seen, punctuated by a striking glass cube lap pool that appears to float atop the 60,000-square-foot lagoon-style pool, which is separated from the South Pacifc by a thin stretch of powdery beach.

A striking glass cube lap pool appears to foat atop the 60,000-square-foot lagoon-style pool. Photo by Bridget Williams.

Allow me to be clear: this is no garden-variety all-inclusive resort, and Mateschitz aims to make it one of the top three destinations in the world. Take the food and beverage program for instance. Tere are fve restaurants (ranging from a toes-in-the-sand experience to a gastronomic tour de force one would expect to fnd in a major metro area hotspot), all overseen by afable Executive Chef Anthony Healy, a Brisbane native (the “real” Australia in his words), who has an extensive fne dining background. Having worked on other islands, he was in search of a more land-locked assignment when Laucala came calling with a scenario typically not available to chefs on an island of this size: a plethora of fresh produce and meat. “Tat sealed the deal,” he said. Healy ofers tours of the 240-acre farm and garden, during which the excitement for his craft and its raw ingredients is

certainly palpable. “I love the challenge of trying not to use ingredients if they’re not grown here,” he said. A promised land for foodies from plow to plate, the range of available raw ingredients is staggering: nearly 100 different types of fruits, vegetables, citrus trees and orchids are currently cultivated. While walking around, Healy points out local lemons that certainly won’t win beauty contests but whose intensity of flavor is far superior to their more attractive grocery store counterparts. Tere are 60-80 vanilla plants; wild bananas; Southeast Asian plants such as mangosteen, noni fruit and lychee; and of course lots and lots of coconuts, which are opened and pressed by hand to yield 60-100 liters of milk each week that is used for cooking and in products for the on-site spa. “When in doubt, add coconut milk and cook,” joked Healy.

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Lounge and private pool of the Peninsula Villa.

Situated on Nawi Mountain, Plateau Villas ofer an open air foor plan.

Bathroom in the Plantation Villa.

An expansive greenhouse ensures that flowers are always blooming inside and out when a villa is occupied; the orchid room is a truly beautiful sight to behold. Te island’s cattle are a cross breed of Limousin and Hereford. Four head of Wagyu were recently acquired at a cost of $114k to begin a small-scale breeding operation. Chickens, pigs, “Fiji Fantastic” sheep, turkey, quail and duck are also humanely raised on site, and the bounty of the ocean is all around (succulent lobsters are sourced from the nearby reef break that surrounds the island). An homage to the island’s bounty, the exquisitely plated multicourse extravaganzas Healy offers each evening at the Plantation House are a feast for all of the senses. Chef Healy said that the menu is conceived “spontaneously” each day, so that if you chose to have dinner at that restaurant daily, the experience would be unique each time. Healy calls upon his training in French cooking techniques and “tweaks” them ever so slightly in deference of the tropical climes 56 slmag.net

to keep each course “fresh and light.” “I never get bored because I’m always experimenting,” said Healy, who often consults with the local kitchen staf on the best way to approach unfamiliar ingredients. Awaking with the emerging rays of a glorious sunrise, I padded into the adjacent living pavilion to pour myself a glass of freshly squeezed juice from the assortment available in my stocked refrigerator while a pot of cofee brewed (there were also six diferent kinds of wine, rum, gin, vodka and mixers for those who always contend that it’s happy hour somewhere). Properly caffeinated, I proceeded past the pool deck, where plethora of tropical vegetation was in full-fower, and on to a duo of chaise lounges near the water’s edge. The beach had already been groomed; fresh towels and plush pillows were waiting on each of the lounges – mind you, this is six o’clock in the morning. Fresh from a solid night’s rest, I walked back to the villa to survey the dreamy surroundings. An open-air loggia separated the

Te two-bedroom Overwater Villa appears to foat above the emerald-green lagoon. A large private pool is carved directly into the rocks of the shore. Te 18-hole championship golf course was designed by David McLay Kidd to be minimally disruptive of the natural environment. Photo by Bridget Williams

Te Beach Bar. Photo by Bridget Williams.

bedroom and bathroom from the living area. Tough the overall feeling is quite contemporary, local materials – Sago Palm leaves, Mangrove wood and stems of the fern tree – and traditional building techniques pay homage to Fijian heritage. My favorite room was the bath, a sprawling octagonal-shaped room with stone walls and foor, a soaring vaulted ceiling with a whimsical chandelier, a deep chiseled stone bathtub and toiletries made on-site and presented in small glass vessels. Even more divine was the second stone tub oriented to face the ocean and located in a covered outdoor pavilion just of of the master bath; combined with the nearby platform daybed, the duo provided the ideal elements for an idyll afternoon. Other lodging options in addition to the one-, two- and three-bedroom Plantation, Seagrass and Plateau villas include the exclusive luxury afforded by the one-bedroom Peninsula “Udu” villa, which is perched atop a rock overlooking the ocean

with a pair of infnity clif-edge pools and a staircase down to a beach only accessible by villa guests; the two-bedroom overwater “Wai” villa that boasts a saltwater pool directly carved out of the volcanic rock; and the hilltop “Delana” estate, a three-bedroom house situated on the highest point of the resort with 360° panoramic views. After a breakfast of local fruit and eggs, I made my way to the golf course to see if I could run the paths. My past experience at other resorts has largely been that such a request is frowned upon, but not only was I welcomed to explore, I was asked if I’d like someone to meet me at the halfway point with refreshments! Though Mateschitz is not a golfer, he understands that such an amenity is key to a world class resort, and his main request of Scottish designer David McLay Kidd was to cut down as few trees as possible when building the 18-hole championship course. Not encountering another soul throughout the duration of my run, I slmag.net

Sunset cruises are available on Laucala's classic sailing yacht, the Rere Ahi.

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All of the horses used for the equestrian program were rescued throughout the Fijian Islands.

Te Spa is located in the quiet Plateau area of the resort.

Laucala maintains a feet of watercraft for pleasure and sport cruises.

have to say the experience certainly ranked as one of my all-time favorites. Te course follows a spectacular route, up and around natural rock formations, alongside the ocean and into the old plantation and more forested areas. Te range of available activities is extensive; too many even for a type-A person like me to tackle in a week. With the exception of diving and fishing excursions further afield, everything is complementary, including trips on “Amanda,” a Dragon Class sailing boat built in 1965, jet skiing, water skiing and paddle boarding. All guests are entitled to their choice of one 90-minute treatment in the spa from the comprehensive treatment menu of massages, facials, manicure/pedicure, body scrubs and body wraps. Set within the quiet Plateau area of the resort and surrounded by dense tropical vegetation, the area is the epitome of a relaxing oasis. A spa kitchen uses locally grown herbs and flowers to whip up various oils and lotions used in treatments. The sheltered, serene environment staffed by locals whose hearts are as big as their smiles also provides children with endless opportunities to create their own unique memories and experiences,

Lunch at the Beach Bar sourced from the island's own farm. Photo by Bridget Williams.

from all of the aforementioned activities to handicraft classes at the cultural center to cooking classes with Chef Healy, horseback riding and nature hikes. Having enjoyed degustation dinners in the Plantation house and Thai-inspired cuisine at the Seagrass Lounge throughout our stay, and following our evening ritual of saluting the sunset with a creative cocktail at the Rock Lounge, to celebrate our last night on the island in grand fashion we arranged for a beach barbeque to be prepared on the terrace outside our villa. A bounteous feast from land and sea, we didn’t think the night could get any better until a troupe of performers arrived to entertain us with traditional Fijian melodies while we sprawled out by the bonfre set up on the beach and admired the thousands of stars sparkling like diamonds against the jet black sky. I couldn’t help but ponder that the dreamy setting gave the notion of counting my lucky stars a whole new meaning. Rates at Laucala Island begin at $4,200/night for a onebedroom villa for two persons, all-inclusive. For more information or reservations visit laucala.com. sl slmag.net

Summer Staples Shoes & Accessories for Fun in the Sun Compiled by Bridget Williams

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Kotur Espey print satin clutch ($495; koturltd.com).

Paul Andrew Neapoli platform sandal ($695; paulandrew.com).

MOFE Rhapsodic shoulder bag ($375; mofeinc.com).

So Pretty Cara Kotter aqua chalcedony Glee stud earrings ($121; sopretty.ca).

Wlid Wild Wedge from Charlotte Olympia ($1,295; us.charlotteolympia.com).

Silke Debler Belamie Modern Stripe bag (price upon request; silkedebler.com).

Adornia Wynwood cuf ($840; adornia.com). slmag.net

Dillon sunglasses from Garrett Leight California Optical ($375; garrettleight.com).

Lorenza Gandaglia crocheted bag (price upon request; lorenzagandaglia.com).

Rupert Sanderson 'Cara' sandals ($875; rupertsanderson.com).

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Jill Milan stripped Wianno tote ($250; jillmilan.com).

Leather Boombox tote from Yarnz ($255; yarnz.com).

Swims penny loafer in Regatta/Orange ($159; swims.com).

Clara Kasavina 'Sophia Puf' clutch (price upon request; clarakasavina.com). Zaino bpackpack from TL-180 ($500; tl-180.com).

Rolex Datejust Pearlmaster 39 (price upon request; rolex.com).

Oliver Peoples Sir O'Malley sunglasses ($510; oliverpeoples.com). Marla Aaron Jewelry lapiz strand with rose gold and silver regular lock (price upon request; marlaaaron.com).

Deepa Gurnani belt ($250; deepagurnanii.com).

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Lee Savage 'Broken Space' clutch (price upon request; leesavage.us.com).

Hampton acetate optical unisex frame with Hampton folding sunglass clip ($285 & $105; garrettleight.com).

Huckleberry LTD Can tab pin in rose gold ($950; huckleberryltd.com). Rebecca Minkof Everywhere Tote ($295; rebeccaminkof.com).

Esarsi AVA sandal (esarsi.com).

Alex Soldier sun cufs (price upon request; alexsoldier.com).

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Tom Buckley An unpretentious guy mellows what could be an ultra- pretentious world Written by Leigh Hendry and Gloria Houghland Photography by Scott Evans The top 10% of the 1% of Middle Tennesseans looking to acquire an exclusive work of art on wheels with a motor..... that’s Tom Buckley’s target audience. With 25 years in the highline automobile industry and while operating a PorscheAudi dealership in Salt Lake City, Buckley was recruited to open Nashville’s frst ultra-luxury dealership. Te manufacturers of these serious statement cars had devoted months of intensive market analysis to researching areas with the ideal mix of demographics and projected economic growth before determining that Nashville was ripe for expansion. While not quite as large as mega-markets like Los Angeles or Miami, Middle Tennessee did seem a viable prospect to support a franchise of this caliber. In the fall of 2011, Buckley and his wife, Amy, moved to Williamson County with their four children and Maserati RollsRoyce Bentley of Nashville debuted in the Cool Springs Auto Mall in Franklin. Most recently, the celebrated Aston Martin has been added to dealership’s impressive product line-up. Area residents may have noticed that an increasing number of these high-end vehicles have begun appearing around town with greater frequency, demonstrating that it has become more socially acceptable to drive a Rolls or a Bentley to the grocery here.

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As a rule, Nashvillians typically have fairly conservative, closeto-the-vest tastes, according to Buckley. He says that he greatly enjoys the city’s casual, friendly factor and points out that “while these cars might occasionally bring out the ‘pretentiousness’ in an owner who lives in another city, you do not see that here.” Buckley’s customers are most likely seeking to replace their Mercedes or their Lexus with something different and unique, a car with a bit more flair and attitude. “We are not selling a car, but an authentic luxury item for those who appreciate the exceptional craftsmanship and the history of these cars, and have a desire or fascination for the fnest,” he explains. Another factor spurring area sales is that owners no longer need to ship their vehicles to either Atlanta or St. Louis to have them serviced or repaired. Previously, these investment pieces departed the Volunteer State for visits with mechanics. Buckley’s dealership, which has conveniently resolved that issue, offers an unrivaled level of service with its complementary pick-up and drop-of amenity available to the entire region, along with its very personal customer service. “Tese are relationships, not transactions,” says the afable, low-key Buckley. An exciting development on the horizon for Buckley’s Music City Motor Cars is a soon-to-be completed new facility just one mile from the existing location, where each of the four product lines will have their own sleek, stand-alone showroom. Tough all will be contained under one roof, each will possess its own distinctive style, ofering an uncommon buyer experience. ”Amy and I have garnered many more friends than customers,” he says with a laugh. With their down-home, Southern approach to business, and their outstanding attention to detail, it’s surely no secret that referrals have become the mainstay of the Buckleys’ business. Customers here can bet a slice of their discretionary incomes that the Buckleys, like the United Kingdom’s Henry Royce and Charles Rolls before them, plan on leaving a long-standing, gleaming automobile legacy in Music City. sl

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s All About Tat Crema!

Written by Leigh Hendry and Gloria Houghland Photography by Allen Clark

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Renowned Nashville chef Deb Paquette is clearly enamored of crema. Her devoted affection for that silky Mexican/Central American sauce only swelled our increasing admiration for her highly honed culinary skills during a recent tasting of the mouthwatering dishes on the menu at Etch. Tucked in a quiet spot just across the street from the back of the world-class Schermerhorn Symphony Center in downtown Nashville, Etch is the kind of restaurant where you’d

treat your boss to a special dinner, meet your beloved for a date night, gather your girls group for a luscious lunch or join your colleagues for a round of celebratory cocktails and savory appetizers. It’s also where you’d take your mom for her birthday or your gastronomically-inclined out-of-town guests to defnitively demonstrate that the burgeoning food scene here now holds its own with almost any other city noted for its multitude of outstanding eateries. slmag.net

However, that’s not to say that one needs to be “dressed” to dine here. Both locals sporting casual khakis and tourists in jeans and sneakers carrying shopping bags flled with souvenirs from the nearby Country Music Hall of Fame will feel just as welcome as guests attired in tuxedoes and gowns looking to sate their appetites prior to a grand opening night symphony debut. The plates which executive chef Paquette sends out from her open kitchen are incredibly beautiful. Each looks more artful than the next, evoking images of the work of acclaimed painters or distinguished interior designers who got the mix of the color palette just right, without things being overdone. In fact, the most consistent comments about Paquette’s food, apart from its sublime tastiness, almost always reference its extraordinary beauty. The setting, in which the food is served to a potential crowd of 240 nightly diners, is purposefully neutral, providing a monochromatic backdrop to showcase Paquette’s eye-popping presentations. Te restaurant’s refned, industrial-infuenced decor includes concrete and brick walls, exposed filament lighting, and wooden tables and chairs topped with black tablecloths and green succulents, along with a wall of full-length windows offering a street view. Te entire room is punctuated by just one single burst of color: fve, bright red hanging lamps illuminating the dozen seats at the chef ’s bar facing Paquette’s kitchen. The sleek look of the

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4,000-square-foot space was created by Barry Brechak Architecture + Design, one of Middle Tennessee’s trendiest frms, and the designer of some of Nashville’s hippest new restaurants. While eating at Etch, we noticed that we weren’t the only diners subtly attempting to determine what might be on the plates being delivered to the tables other than ours. We were so overcome with the attractiveness of one oversized, black square platter as it was whisked past us that we queried our server in order to discover that it was the wild rice salad. A mainstay of the luncheon menu, the salad features guava sweet potatoes, candied peanuts, ginger goat cheese, greens, cranberry vinaigrette, kiwi, berries and sliced pineapple, all nestled next to a generous portion of black bean wild rice. Te young lady in town from Los Angeles who had so wisely ordered this daily dish from the heading “Big Salads, said it was divine. She noted that she had read many accolades to Etch on the Internet, and said it was heartily recommended by her hotel’s concierge, as well. Tat’s a ringing endorsement of the quality and uniqueness of Paquette’s fusion of Mediterranean, Asian and African cuisines. It resonates particularly well in a city which has experienced such explosive growth of impressive new restaurants since Etch frst stepped onto Nashville’s food horizon in the late summer of 2012.

But, back to the crema....our table of four ordered the muchheralded, universally applauded roasted caulifower appetizer. Te dish is so popular, co-owner Doug Hogrefe said he and Paul Schramkowski would have to “close the restaurant due to riots in the streets” if it were removed from the menu’s choices. Presented on a slim, white platter reminiscent of a ceramic banana leaf with clipped ends, the slightly crunchy, cruciferous vegetable, having been roasted and sprinkled with trufe oil, takes center stage. It’s bookended by a trufed pea pesto and salted almonds on one end and a cool, citrusy, feta cheese dip, with bits of caulifower mixed in for texture and garnished with scallions, on the other. A roasted red bell pepper essence, drizzled around the edge of this tempting hors d’oeuvre, provides the perfect complementary color touch. When we inquired about its ingredients in an efort to determine the source of its delicious addictiveness, we found that its base was crema, a slightly sweeter, less acidic, more adaptable, pourable version of a sour creamlike mixture. Made from buttermilk and heavy cream, it’s much more akin to French creme fraiche though with less butterfat content. There’s no wonder we were so unexpectedly in love with this creamy condiment, not to mention that a portion of the proceeds from each $9 appetizer is earmarked for the Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. Te Tennessee Titans football organization matches the donation. Perhaps when Etch’s

management team developed its continuing-donation concept, it never envisioned the restaurant would sell so many. But it does, partly because of the restaurant’s location. Te owners gambled heavily on the belief that the downtown location would sprout new development, and that the projected development would attract hungry people. It did. But when Paquette et al took their leap of location faith, they were venturing where few other restaurant options existed. With the exception of the area’s pioneers, Te Palm steakhouse and Sole Mio Italian restaurant, the SoBro district was not considered an ideal place for making a hefty fnancial investment in a restaurant, especially one planning to serve non-traditional fare. Trained at Culinary Institute of America, Paquette developed her customer base in tony west Nashville for 13 years with her wildly original restaurant, Zola, one of the city’s frst successful spots for non-Southern, cutting-edge food. She introduced Nashvillians to unusual elements like edible flowers, which at the time, simply blew the minds of many of her patrons. The important question of whether or not Zola’s formerly rabid devotees would actually trek downtown to sup in a space at the base of the Encore condominium building was answered with a resounding “yes.” Of course, complementary valet parking for both lunch and dinner helped seal that somewhat risky deal.

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After closing the celebrated Zola in 2010, Paquette and her fisherman captain husband, Ernie, headed for an oceaninfuenced Wander Year. Following a serpentine route that took them to the Turks and the Caicos Islands, the Bahamas, Cape Cod, and Mexico, it eventually took them back to the Volunteer State because, not surprisingly, a kitchen somewhere was beckoning. Upon her return and while deciding what was going to be next on her plate, Paquette dabbled as a menu consultant at many local restaurants, served as a guest chef in several of them and even judged the Nashville Scene’s Iron Fork competition which she’d won in 2007. It was there at the 2011 Iron Fork that she renewed her friendship with Schramkowksi. And, so it was, that an ongoing, casual conversation about the three wrapping their futures together in a possible restaurant venture turned serious and caramelized, so to speak. Paquette, who with Zola had once been listed in Gourmet magazine’s coveted “Top Sixty Restaurants in the United States,” would fnally get to create a cooking space from scratch, outftting it with the equipment that would enable her to explore the rapidly changing food industry. It is an endeavor few chefs get to take. Along with creating a cooking area to meet her needs, Paquette dove full in to her ever-evolving mental cookbook, concocting the type of menu she felt would stretch her audience’s palate while still pleasing the crowd. She knew she would always have a fresh fsh option on the menu, and that vegetarians would have a choice of items that didn’t feel as though they were included as an afterthought. We quite liked

her “Sammies” section of the lunch menu with oferings like the white bean patty melt which consisted of gigandes white beans with charred fennel on rosemary bread and the deviled egg, served with marinated egg whites and bread and butter Poblano pickles. For the meat eaters, the roast beef on toasted sourdough with roasted horseradish sauce satisfed as did the requisite burger which can be served with a fried egg on top. Two of the other lunch entrees also stood out because they featured the fabulous crema: Te exquisite cornmeal fried catfsh with its fery plum preserve and cool lime crema on the side and the popular smoked brisket pupusa with Peruvian carrot slaw and of course, crema. The beets and berries salad from the dinner menu is another of those house favorites that customers plan on ordering before they arrive. One of its key ingredients is a goat cheese frozen crema, which pairs particularly well with the Harissa, a spicy Moroccan/Tunisian chili paste. The plate is finished with cranberries, blueberries, mixed greens and charred ginger pear dressing. Te catfsh also makes an appearance on the dinner menu as an appetizer, but Paquette changed it up a bit from the daytime version by serving it with a charred jalapeño crema and a black olive mole. Tere’s also a Poblano tomatillo crema served with the main vegetarian entree: a rutabaga la plancha with pumpkin seed Manchego cheese, among other ingredients. The incomparable Cobia served as a dinner entree was Turkish-spiced with brownbuttered oranges, capers, raisins, olives, almonds and of course a crema made from feta accompanied by a surprise beignet.

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In an industry still fairly dominated by men, there’s another female in the culinary mix at Etch. Pastry chef Megan Williams, a trained journalist but self-taught baker, learned her trade frst from her grandmother and then at Provence Breads in Hillsboro Village before moving onto to Manhattan and then back to Nashville’s Hermitage Hotel. She joined Paquette in opening Urban Grub in the 12 South district before Paquette invited her along on the career-making journey of creating Etch. Williams has made a name for herself there with her exquisite creations, each of which can be paired with a port or dessert wine from Etch’s carefully considered wine list. By far the most efusively praised dessert on the Etch list is the Meyer lemon tart, a confection so sublime that it’s simply unforgettable. First, about the Meyer lemon, it is sweeter and less acidic than the grocery store Lisbon lemon. It carries with it hints of orange as if it had been a crossed with a Mandarin orange. Te lemon plays such a central to this dessert that we simply couldn’t imagine it being made any other way. Te desert appears on a dramatic black plate as a frozen Meyer lemon mousse the size of a

small wheel of Brie. It is topped with ruby red grapefruit segments, garnished with a candied zest and served with a host of graham cracker crumbs. So magical is this desert that it automatically becomes a favorite and a reason for returning to Etch. Etch is clearly Paquette’s passion. “I’m going to cook until I die,” she said. And willing to follow her are Williams and the other Etch staf members. Tey frequently mention what a role model she is and how much they enjoy working alongside her. Mentoring comes as naturally to her as cooking. Tey compliment her magical touch in combining totally unexpected favors and her unbeatable work ethic. Tey laud her generosity of spirit and emphasize what fun she is in the kitchen. Now, almost three years into the adventure, Etch is thriving under Paquette’s leadership and living up to its name. Te original rationale for the moniker came from the notion that the food would be so memorable it would be indelibly etched into the minds of patrons. And it is, just last year Etch was voted “Best New Restaurant” by the readers of the Nashville Business Journal. And it is permanently etched in to our minds as one of the fnest Nashville has to ofer. sl slmag.net

In Teir Own Words

Interview with Swan Ball Co-Chairs Barby White and Kathleen Estes Written by Leigh Hendry and Gloria Houghland Barby White and Kathleen Estes, 2015 Swan Ball Co-Chairs, are smart, energetic and positive, but most of all, they are fun in their approach to this most daunting of volunteer tasks. “We’re not curing cancer here, we’re throwing a party,” Barby said, laughingly, while adding, “granted, it’s a nationally recognized one.” Tat kind of self-deprecating assurance is precisely what makes these two both approachable and attractive. Both women are married to loving and supportive husbands. Alec Estes and Govan White must surely be proud of their wives. Barby and Kathleen agree that the men have staunchly supported them, and kept them fully grounded during moments of mild panic. Both women also have Swan Ball family connections: Kathleen’s mother, Frances Jackson, chaired the Ball in 1972 and Barby’s stepmother-in-law, Dudley White, served as chair in 1968. With that heritage in mind, Kathleen and Barby cleverly decided to impose upon the former chairs by convincing them to chair this year’s Patron’s Party, a move that will most certainly bring the “old Guard” back to the Ball. We asked them to refect on this life-changing experience, which began 12 months ago, and describe what it was like working together. Kathleen characterizes Barby as creative, excited, kind, loyal, emotional, philosophical and a “sky-isthe-limit” dreamer. Barby says Kathleen is smart, easy going, highly organized, specific, practical, diplomatic, charming and “a girl that likes to check things of her list.” During our meeting, when exuberant Barby declared “that she couldn’t wait to be a grandmother,” pragmatic Kathleen promptly answered: “Not this year.” That exchange between the two underscores their different temperaments while demonstrating their easy friendship. Teir responses to our questions beautifully illustrate what makes these two such a complementary pair. How have you changed in this past year? Kathleen: Balancing my personal schedule (children, family dinner, friends) and the responsibilities that go along with being Swan Ball Chairmen and learning to step outside my comfort zone. Barby: At frst I had trouble sleeping because there were so many pieces to the puzzle and I didn’t know how to quite tackle it all and what’s more, I knew that no matter how much I got done in a day, there was no reaching the goal until June 6th. I am much more comfortable with that now.

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What has this meant to you? Kathleen: It is quite an honor to say the least!!! We have become part of a legacy of incredible Chairmen.. Barby: It’s much easier to take on a job of this magnitude when you have a strong passion behind the efort. From childhood I have loved Cheekwood. What have you learned that you least expected? What has surprised you about this job? Kathleen: Te Swan Ball is known around the country. I was shocked when we called on businesses in NYC and they had heard of the Ball. Very exciting! Barby: Tis community is even more generous than we thought….and thank goodness because one thing I least expected is that as chairmen, the task of raising ALL the underwriting money was ours! Who knew??!! What has been the most challenging aspect to all of this? Kathleen: Asking for money. Barby: It is all consuming and the Swan Ball waits for no one! Holidays, spring break…the show must go on! What is the most rewarding aspect to all of this? Kathleen: Our 225 Committee chairmen and members are awesome!! In every way…they truly make our job so much easier! Barby: Meeting so many new and fascinating people that I would never have been in the position to know were it not for this opportunity. What is the one piece of advice that you would give to future Swan Ball Co-Chairs? Kathleen: We cannot say enough about Jillian Tompson, the Swan Ball Co-ordinator for Cheekwood. Te Swan Ball could not happen without her, and also, remember to LAUGH!!!! Barby: Choose your key volunteers very thoughtfully and carefully. We have the most unbelievable leaders working with us this year. How has your family evolved or been afected by this process? Kathleen: It has defnitely impacted them, but they see how hard I am working for Cheekwood and are proud of me. Barby: My husband and three kids have been a hundred percent behind this adventure. Finally, we queried both about the most difficult aspect of chairing the Ball. Tey both agreed that what they will miss most is spending so much time together. “We have grown to be BFF’s,” the women said almost in unison. One thing that is fairly certain about this forthcoming evening is that there will be plenty of laughter and that a substantial amount of money will have been raised to support Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art thanks to these two diligent women. sl

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SERENDIPITY A fortuitous happenstance between doctor and designer. Written by Leigh Hendry and Gloria Houghland Photography by Allen Clark Call it what you will---predestined, preordained or even fated--but with their similarly intense passion for both antiques and for all things European, Nashville residents Mary and Michael Spalding were bound to cross paths eventually. The fortuitous meeting of the two (she a sought-after interior designer; he, a local physician) would culminate, frst in marriage, and then later in the creation of one of the city of Belle Meade’s most authentic Italian-style villas. Tis highly discerning couple has traveled the world collecting antiques together, and like many of us, their tastes have altered and shifted direction over time. During the past decade in particular, this creative twosome has refined their interests, honing in on all things Italian: wine, food, and fashion, but most especially, art and architecture. Michael grew up admiring and expanding his knowledge of English antiques from a father who was an importer, while Mary, who had intended to study music, turned toward interior design. Her interest was piqued following her active participation in the renovation of her parents Kentucky home during her student days. From the University of Georgia to the Parsons School of Design in Paris, Mary learned early on to appreciate all forms of architecture and furnishings. She began her career in Nashville working for Bradfords Interiors, from there went to work under the tutelage of Bill Hamilton before segueing out on her own, where she rapidly established herself as a premier area designer. Mary’s many clients can certainly attest to the fact that she has a natural, innate talent for unusual, yet cohesive design. Unlike us mere mortals, Mary’s got “the eye.” Creating visually appealing interiors eludes many of us, necessitating serious consultation with the Marys of the world. While we may know just “the look” we hope to achieve, and have fle folders brimming with dog-eared pages ripped from shelter publications, we still seek professional guidance in transforming our houses into stylish homes. Most of us just don’t possess Mary’s brand of instinctive aptitude. Though we might spend hours laboriously studying and belaboring every single choice, Mary turns the design process into a seemingly efortless mathematical equation. Her

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facile calibrations result from either the judicious subtraction or addition of correctly proportioned and appropriate elements. If Mary also becomes one of your new best friends during this metamorphosis, well, add that to your life’s Lucky List. She explains that she often tells her more micro-managing type clients that if they can summon the willpower to trust her, “they’ll receive a much better result.” And, if a client happens to turn head-over-heels for a piece in Mary’s own home, she’s usually more than happy to send it on its way. After all, she says, “Why wouldn’t I? If it is something I love in my own home, I will love it in theirs, too.” Her confdence in knowing that she can locate a new piece to replace a beloved antique or sofa, a premise that might appear inordinately stressful to some, is purely part of the joy for Mary. In fact, many of her furnishings can often be found on online at such virtual retailers as 1stdIbs, One Kings Lane and Chairish. Like the seasons, Mary’s tastes are quite often in fux. “I get bored and truly can’t imagine keeping things. I like a fresh look,” she says, laughingly, while noting that she fnds it much simpler to make decisions for others than for herself. “However,” she adds, “when I do decide to change, it’s in an instant.” Over the course of more than several trips to Italy, the Spalding’s’ found that they had amassed an astounding array of mantels, coffered ceilings, reclaimed walnut flooring and terra cotta tile flooring, among other artifacts. To house their everexpanding collection, they eventually realized they would need to build something. And, so they created their version of an Italian villa based on Michael’s favorites: Villa Trissino, near Vicenza and Villa Cetinale (c. 1680) near Siena. Mary suggests that “If you glance at those façades and blur your vision, you can discern a faint resemblance and a common thread.” Villa Trissino was built in the 1500s by Italian intellectual Gian Giorgio Trissino, who would become the patron and early mentor of then-unknown stone mason Andrea Palladio, who was working at the villa. Palladio would go on to become, perhaps, the most famous and infuential architect in world history, not to mention, the Spalding’s’ ultimate inspiration for their modern take on a Belle Meade Boulevard villa.

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But, how does one fnd a 21st-century Palladio to consult with about house design in America? A serendipitous meeting at the Palm Beach International Antique Show solved that conundrum. Tat’s where the Spalding’s chanced upon the renowned Belgian collector, antiquarian, interior designer and curator to royalty, rock stars and fnanciers Axel Vervoordt. Te three became such fast friends “in less than 10 minutes,” according to Mary, that Vervoordt even arranged for them to see a client’s Miami home. She confesses to developing a professional crush on the tastemaker and his ideas, but was particularly enthralled with the lime painted walls in Vervoordt’s client’s home. As she relates the experience, one can sense the excitement Mary felt as she urgently told her husband: “I don’t know what these walls are, but I must have them!” Michael enjoys describing Mary as the partner with “the knowledge” while labeling his own role as that of “enthusiast.” She contends that they know each other’s strengths, and notes that many men don’t actively participate in designing a home. In their case, though, Michael was devotedly involved, which she avidly encouraged. During that Miami trip, they acquired a bust from Vervoordt, a mantel, an Italian ceiling, furniture and a reclaimed pine, herringbone foor for their villa-in-the-making. Brian O’Keefe, a New York architect and Palladio expert with Southern roots, was retained to design the couple’s dream

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home while Vervoordt journeyed to Nashville to refine the layout. Equally as important, he brought along his team of plaster and stucco artisans from Antwerp. Eddie Dankers travels internationally with Vervoordt and is his preferred expert for producing and applying the same type of authentic lime-based plaster found in historic villas around the world. Te Spalding’s gave these artists a free hand in selecting every color. Te process, which evolves and changes slightly depending upon moisture and sunlight, produces a subtle, ombred efect not frequently found on American soil. Like Rome, this home was not constructed in a day. From start to fnish, the building process took three intense years to complete. Michael, a landscape afcionado, developed the vision for the grounds, and with local musician-turned-landscaper David Humphreys, implemented his plan with a privacy hedge of hollies, a row of crape myrtles, fruit trees of lemon and orange in the summer and walls adorned with espaliered pear trees. The entrance foyer of the Spalding abode showcases their appreciation of antiquities with a large Italian torso, “Togatus” in marble (West-Europe Roman Empire dated to the end of the 1st-century) taking center stage there. Tere’s also a phenomenal, triangle-shaped, Roman mosaic panel, 3rd/4th century AD and a Venetian Romanesque Istrian marble carving of a recumbent lion, dated to the mid-12th-century.

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Guests step down from the foyer into the living room onto a spectacular reclaimed, herringbone pine foor. Tis is an everchanging space, according to Mary, with the exception of three large-scale paintings. Tere are two works by acclaimed British sculptural painter Jason Martin: Untitled, 1997, an acrylic gel on stainless steel, is a moody abstract of the competing forces of light and dark, which hangs over the mantel (purchased from Vervoordt), and Himalaya, 2004, a sleek, ethereal oil on aluminum done in ivory, which shimmers in the light at every angle. There’s also a massive, heavily textured canvas in midnight blue pigment by internationally known, native Mexican painter, Bosco Sodi, specifically commissioned for this room four years ago. Mary rightfully points out that all are “simply too heavy to move,” so she considers the artworks to be the fxed elements in this small universe, along with the magnificent coffered wood ceiling overhead. Otherwise, she happily allows the living room’s landscape to shift and evolve on a frequent basis. On the day that we visited, Mary was trying out her freshly delivered, oh-so-comfy, fax linen sofa, a recent acquisition from Franklin’s notable Iron Gate design emporium. Lily and Sammy, the Spalding’s’ well-mannered English Springer Spaniels, were comfortably ensconced right in beside her, because, like members of any family, they are invited to recline on every piece of furniture in the home. Tis approach certainly underscores the “It’s a dog’s life” concept in play here.

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Te dining room/conservatory boasts a carved frieze ceiling and a wall of full-length Palladian windows with a view of the garden, enabling the Spalding’s and their guests to dine in an al fresco atmosphere even on the chilliest days of the year. This room was in a stage of transformation, as Mary was waiting on delivery of new dining chairs, possibly her ninth or tenth set. But, then, who’s counting? A light box by pre-eminent American artist Leo Villareal entitled, Lightscape 2002, crafted from LED lights and encoded computer circuitry, lends a contemporary note. (Incidentally, Villareal gained national attention recently for his public installation of 25,000 LED’s strung on the San FranciscoOakland Bay Bridge, which debuted to rave reviews two years ago.) Lightscape keeps company at the Spalding’s’ with an overthe-doorway, 4th-century Roman mosaic of a running dog and a 17th-century Italian wine cooler made from rose de Verone marble. Te rustic-styled kitchen, done in tones of blue and soft bluegrays, evolved from the purchase of the Spalding’s’ French Lacanche range. Made in a tiny village in Bourgogne, and considered by many in the culinary world to be the Ferrari of kitchen ranges, the French Blue Lacanche, accented with a traditional yet whimsical Delft tile backsplash scene, is the unmistakable centerpiece of this kitchen. The lime stucco paint on the walls changes tones from sky blue to pale gray, depending upon the light and time of day. Te lower half of the room’s back wall, clad in understated creamcolored Belgian tiles, has a long run of countertop punctuated by

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an extra-deep, antiqued brass sink. Ofset above the tile is a showstopping oil on canvas, Fishmonger from Antwerp. It is attributed to Frans Synders, a Flemish still life painter active in the 1600s. Tere’s also a complementary work across the room of a gentleman holding a glass of wine and a lobster by a genre painter from the Dutch Golden age, Jakob Toorenvliet (1640-1719). Both paintings can be admired from the vantage point of an exceptionally long trestle table, also acquired from Vervoordt. Most of the kitchen necessities are stored in an immense, distressed blue cabinet with four pairs of double doors, created by Robbie Barnhart of Nashville Custom Woodwork. Te cabinet’s design is actually a recreation of a look from a smaller vintage piece that the Spalding’s coveted, but ultimately determined wasn’t monumental enough to carry the visual weight of the rest of this very substantial kitchen. In this instance, bigger did prove to be better. Te library, which serves as Michael’s ofce, is, he says, his favorite room. Tis is where his reverence for traditional English antiques comes to the fore and mixes with a potpourri of artworks and objects, beginning with a school of Frans Snyders boar hunt scene hanging over the fireplace. Also part of the layered look here: a Siena marble-topped side table, a Renaissance period portrait of a young woman, a California landscape, a French foral still-life and a red-hued abstract by Tennessee painter Anton Weiss, all dutifully toned-down by rows of all-white Vellum books carefully collected over time. Mary’s office (a busy, working space used daily) with its two sofas, is upstairs, along with two guest rooms and two baths.

One features quirky, double-level corner sinks from a Chicago showroom and the other sports a “had-to-have” mottled blue marble countertop, which reinforces the deep blue palette used in the Spalding’s’ grandsons’ room with its two twin beds, multiple mounted antlers and boar’s head trophy. The master bedroom, which Mary characterizes as the home’s inner sanctuary, is downstairs and boasts lush bed linens, and a velvet-covered headboard and footboard. A foral tapestry backdrop, surrounded by tightly gathered cream hanging panels inside the canopy top and on all sides, completes the bed’s fabric envelope. Mary’s design brief here was refreshingly uncomplicated: “Te English spend so much time in their beds, cuddled with their down comforters and dogs that I felt we could easily recreate that same kind of little nest.” It wasn’t always that way, however. In 2009, when Veranda magazine founder Lisa Beckwith Newsom and Interiors Editor Carolyn Englefield traveled to Music City to vet the Spalding’s Italian villa for publication, Mary had reached a point of exhaustion/ design burnout. While the couple had already been living in the home for six months, the master bedroom was nowhere near finished. In fact, at the time, the Spalding’s were actually resting nightly on a mattress and box springs placed directly on the foor. When the editors inquired about the time frame for fnishing that particular space, trying to ascertain if it could possibly be completed in time (two to three months) for a spring issue feature, Mary decided she was up for the whirlwind challenge. She now had the impetus she’d needed to forge ahead. slmag.net

From that prodding, the Spalding’s went into decisions-tomake, overdrive mode. Having sketched their plans on a piece of cardboard that night, they took the plunge by ordering the free-standing, marble soaking tub that would become the star turn of the master bath. Mary positioned the imposing, singular object in the center of the room, where it glows like a welcoming beacon, signaling the end of every day. The softly buffed, marble-like floors, which surround it are done in a special, impervious tadelakt plaster finish. (For the uninitiated, that’s an old waterproof Moroccan interior and exterior technique, where plaster is applied in a thick coat, and compressed, before it’s gently rubbed with an olive oil soap solution.) Mary also had a pair of Palladio-inspired, white marble surround panels fabricated for mounting behind the Kohler sink consoles she cadged from another building project. Her vision took shape at warp speed, and, in the fnal analysis, produced an exceptional showcase worthy of any publication. Since moving into their comfortably magnificent manse eight years ago, the Spalding’s have graciously hosted fundraisers 88 slmag.net

and get-togethers for a variety of causes. But, when Michael founded Equal Chance for an Education, a Nashville non-proft whose mission is to enable opportunities for higher education without regard to race, religion or nationality, their focus narrowed considerably. Now, 15 months later, the Spalding’s regularly open their doors to those receptive to learning more about Michael’s newest endeavor. When he talks about this cause, his face actually lights up. Was it luck or serendipity that brought this educational need to the attention of a man who’s rarely faced an issue he couldn’t overcome, whether it’s learning landscape design on his own initiative or helping his partner resolve a major design dilemma in record time? “Tis is it for me,” he said with a chuckle. “Tis house, this mission.....I didn’t necessarily look for either of these things, but it just feels like me.” Mary, overhearing Michael’s statement, smiles, nodding in concurrence. It seems that the Spalding’s have melded into an ideally matched pair, something that Andrea Palladio, that most-celebrated champion of symmetry, would heartily endorse. sl

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THE TWENTY-SIXTH ANNUAL BALLET BALL

Te event that has become one of Nashville’s ‘hottest’ parties, Te Ballet Ball, was a huge success this past March. Ballet Ball Co-Chairs Kerri Cavanaugh and Melissa Mahanes brought a new and fresh appearance to the gala. In addition, it was an evening of elegance, charm, sophistication, class and full of energy. Te ballet is a type of dance introduced during the Italian Renaissance Period of the 15th century, fast forward, in 1986 the Nashville Ballet Company was established and began a wonderful form of entertainment for our community, under the artistic direction of CEO Paul Vasterling. Te night was full of delightful entertainment by John Oates and the lovely Clare Bowen, and the ballet performance choreographed by Christopher Stuart added a magical touch to this enchanted evening.

John and Nancy Cheadle, Mary and Dudley Cheadle

Rusty Terry, Caroline Nash, Betty Malo, Jere and Linda Ervin

Chairs Melissa Mahanes and Kerri Cavanaugh

Dave Mahanes and Mike Spalding

Peppy and Edna Presley, Margie and Tripp Quina

Mary Spalding, David and Catherine Smith

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Barbara Daane, the amazing event chair, has organized this fundraising event for Park Center for 18 years along with Honorary Chair, Tipper Gore. Te Park Center provides recovery services for individuals diagnosed with serious and persistent mental illness and those diagnosed with co-occurring disorders of mental illness and substance use. Te evening was dedicated in the loving memory of Louise Katzman, co-founder of the Park Center. Amy and Frank Garrison were honored for their generous philanthropic work. Te Garrison Family has given back to the Nashville community in a myriad of ways, from serving on boards of local nonprofts and universities to supporting medical research and social justice issues. A lovely dinner was served theater-style by Kates Fine Catering prior to the showing of the flm Serena at the Belcourt Teater, where popcorn was the hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; oeuvre of choice.

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Caroline Ermey, Joni Werthan and Larry Jessen, Barbara Daane

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Elizabeth Nichols and Josephine Darwin

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PORTRAIT OF AN ENGLISH COUNTRY HOUSE

Amy and Frank Garrison, Christi and Jay Turner, Beverly and Jay Wallace and Noel Williams together hosted a brilliant patrons party for the Frist Gala. Joining the host couples were the Marquess and Marchioness of Cholmondeley, welcoming the patrons and thanking them for their support of the Frist Center for the Visual Arts. Tis exhibit is a remarkable assemblage of paintings, furniture, porcelain, silver, and costumes from the 18th Century Norfolk estate of Englandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s frst Prime Minster, Sir Robert Walpole. Te 2015 Frist Gala chairs, Lady Caroline McNeilly and Lady Debbie Best, will theme the gala after this exhibit. Tis patrons party was under the leadership of event planner Jane Bubis, with foral arrangements by the Tulip Tree. Together this dynamic team created an outdoor English courtyard setting complete with fountain, ironwork, and faux windows, quite the setting for an English garden dinner party.

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Jennifer and Billy Frist

Noel Williams and Richard Geer, Nicki and Jim Cheek

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Lynne Rhett with Gala co-chair Caroline McNeilly

Richard Patton and Jack Bovender

Lord David with a portrait of his Great Grandmother, artist John Singer Sargent

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ASTON MARTIN, JAMES BONDNASHVILLE STYLE

Te iconic DBS, released in 1963, is the luxury grand tourer that is crafted by Aston Martin. Te DBS is most recognized for being the car of James Bond in the 1964 flm, Goldfnger. From England to Nashville where Music City Motor Cars presented these incredible cars at a launch party without launch control. Guests were greeted at the entrance with a glass of Bollinger Champagne, which has been featured in almost every James Bond Movie, along with the super-chilled 007 martini. It truly was a night of Bond, as patrons rushed to see the new six models. Aston Martin and James Bond, is quite the combination that has left indelible marks on pop culture and now in Nashville, thanks to Music City Motor Cars.

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A quote from the 2015 Frist Gala chairs Debbie Best and Caroline McNeilly sums up this regal evening, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tis exquisite exhibition successfully recreates the interior of this impressive and stylish country house, and we had a fabulous time working to bring the feel of eighteenth-century English elegance to the Gala decor.â&#x20AC;? Tat is what these two generous and talented ladies did while transforming the dinner tent into a brilliant atmosphere, where all patrons felt as if being inside the grand dinning hall at Houghton Hall. Trish Frist served as honorary chairman welcoming guests to the most royal and magnifcent of evenings. Royal blue foor-length table coverings, crystal chandeliers, and candelabras flled with spectacular fowers and this is just the start. Te tent backdrop was faux painted to look as the stone and marble freplace wall in Houghton Hall. Te Marquess and Marchioness of Cholmondeley would have felt right at home.

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Rob and Caroline McNeilly, Debbie and Buddy Best

Tony and Mary Belle Grande, Sandy and Jay Sangervasi

Britt Steele and Fabrizio Venuta

Brenda and Joe Steakley, Sara and Richard Bovender, Denice and Milton Johnson

Cathy Brown, Judge Kevin and Kara Sharp

Sally and Randall Henderson, Tooty Bradford

Barbara and Jack Bovender, Sally and Neely Coble

Sara and Jeremy Garner

Hal, Joanne and Todd Cato

Kate Grayken, Jean Bottorf, Joanne Cato, Trish Frist

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ART SERIES-LIPMAN REALTY

A leading Nashville real estate company and a fine art showing, quite the cutting edge collaboration for Te Lipman Group Sotheby’s International Realty Company. Nashville’s real estate guru, Larry Lipman shared with me that he actually produces two art series a year. Tis winter event was showcasing photographer Stanton Tubb and also Brooke Grifth with her one of a kind hand made jewelry, “Glen Efe”. Lipman and his staf have a grand admiration of fne art and when paired with the undeniable talent found in Nashville, a synergy with great potential is formed.

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Larry Lipman and Brooke Grifth

John Grimes, Chris Strutko, Lindsey Johnson, Brad Hartsfeld

Martha Boyd, Marty Maitland, Annette Winters

Rick Borchert, Kevin Barrett, Valerie Silver

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Larry Lipman and Stanton Tubb

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Afternoon in Montparnasse-Paris oil on canvas 36 x 28 inches.

Chicago Sunset oil on canvas 42 x 28 inches.

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Capturing the Spirit of the Times Written by Gloria Houghland From the time that Nashville native Sarah Webb was just a girl, she instinctively knew that she was destined to become an artist. At the age of 10, she distinctly remembers sitting at the family’s kitchen table drawing while her mother cooked and talked to her breast-feeding sister-in-law. When her twentyone-year-old brother entered the room and noticed that she was sketching the young mother nurturing the infant, he promptly reported this to their mother. She came over, saw exactly what Webb was drawing and admonished her son to leave his sister alone. Webb hasn’t stopped indulging her passion for fgurative art since. To hear her tell it, that has always been her true passion and her greatest gift. Decades later, she remains fascinated by the beauty of the female form. Even today, Webb’s realistic nudes comprise the vast majority of the artist’s collection. Following her high school graduation and a year-long wait for new husband, Gary Webb, to return from serving in 112 slmag.net

Vietnam, the aspiring painter and the aspiring attorney who would also later become her manager enrolled together at the University of Tennessee. Their college days coincided with the heyday of the peace movement, so naturally the art major and the pre-law student took to the highways with gusto. Hitchhiking and backpacking extensively abroad, they quickly decided they would return to live in Europe someday soon. With her name attached to an honors Bachelor of Arts degree and some post-graduate studies at Vanderbilt University, the artist and the attorney moved to London in 1983 and opened a studio. Tere she continued to explore her passion for fgurative art, but also took to painting Europe’s contemporary society scenes---the open-air cafes in London and Paris, England’s Royal Ascot and the topless beaches in the south of France. Te totality of the European experience infuenced her, serving as her daily inspiration until 2004, when the world at large suddenly felt less safe.

Summer Repose oil on canvas 30 x 40 inches.

Temporarily closing her studio in London, the Webbs relocated to Chicago. This move resulted in an unexpected and unique series of Chicago sunsets, viewed from her studio on the 57th foor just of of Michigan Avenue, where the sun seemed to delicately balance on the lights, shadows and colors of the city. What Webb likes to refer to as painting the “Face of God.” After a number of years working in the Windy City, the Volunteer State seemed to be beckoning the Webbs to resettle in Nashville. They discovered a brand new Nashville with a far more vibrant artistic culture, vastly diferent from the city they had departed so long ago. Webb turned once again to her figurative studies of the modern woman. Webb says this collection truly has her heart. “It’s all about empowering women by expressing the beauty from within, not just the outer beauty. I really believe that the female form is one of God’s most beautiful creations, and I love capturing it on canvas,” Webb explains.

A physically fit, diminutive blonde with an outgoing personality, Webb is a master painter whose style is best described as contemporary realism or hyper-realism. While raised in the tradition of American realism, she remains committed to applying academic painting techniques to modern-day subject matter. What makes her style so recognizable is her strong emphasis on composition with a mastery of light, color, depth and half-tones. Her three-dimensional efect captures the true essence of whatever she is painting, imbuing it with enormous spirit and energy. When asked how she located her stunning young models, she said she fnds her models from all walks of life. She also confded that she once found one of her favorite models at the Kroger grocery store. Webb is one of the lucky ones among us, having followed her heart from a tender young age. She has stayed the course and maintained a singular focus on painting. The rest is, of course, Webb’s own gratifying art history. For more information, please visit www.sarahwebb.com. sl

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Paolo Costagli Renowned Italian jewelry designer featured at the 2015 Swan Ball Written by Gloria Houghland Eugene Delacroix, a French Romantic artist, once said, “ What moves men of genius, or rather what inspires their work, is not new ideas, but their obsession with the idea that what has already been said is still not enough”. Tis quote embodies Italian fne jewelry designer Paolo Costagli’s collections. He has taken the beauty that enriched his life as a little boy to another level and undeniably communicates the rich influence of Italian culture through each and every piece he intricately creates. He has taken Italian experiences that have already been savored by so many, everything including its indicative colors, scents, art, monuments, textures and favors and transformed them into another beautiful language, one that can be worn and enjoyed by those also in its presence. The city of Florence, in the heart of the Tuscan Chianti region, is where Costagli spent his formative years. It is known for being the birthplace of the Renaissance period, the home of the powerful Medici family, the fnal resting place for the renowned artist Michaelangelo, but most importantly was the catalyst for all of Costagli’s collections. Te incredible infuence this city has had in many lives over the centuries is undeniable and can be found in almost any medium, ranging from paintings, sculptures, poetry, fashion and ultimately in Costagli’s brilliant fne jewelry.

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It was days spent visiting the Doge Palace in Venice and the Giardini dell’Iris in Florence that have given Costagli the foundation from which to continually draw from when designing each piece. As a boy, Costagli spent afternoons with his mother, walking along the Ponte Vecchio, admiring and in complete awe of all of the glistening precious stones and metals found in the stores that lined this famous bridge. Colors were a part of how he grew up and proportions were imperative. Costagli has broken the mold in so many ways, especially by not following traditions in his family to become a lawyer or a doctor. After following his heart and respecting the passion instilled by his mother at a very young age, Costagli has now become known for his sophisticated use of colors and patterns found in his collections around the world. Handmade by some of the most skillful, passionate and talented artisans in the industry, his jewelry lines are displayed in his Fifth Avenue atelier, Bergdorf Goodman in New York City as well as other luxury retailers around the world. Costagli’s vision for his fne jewelry is that it be worn by women of all ages, throughout the ages, becoming a timeless addition to their jewelry collection. Honoring this year’s theme of timeless elegance, Costagli has been chosen to be the featured jeweler at the 2015 Swan Ball, held at the Cheekwood Museum and Botanical Gardens on June 6th. All of his magnificent collections will be on display during this legendary event for the patrons to indulge in and witness frsthand the remarkable beauty of Italian culture come to life in a true art form. To learn more about Paolo Costagli’s fine jewelr y collections, please visit his website www.paolocostagli.com or call 1.212.974.9360. sl

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Te Nashville Zoo Board of Directors hosted an evening of thanks to the patrons of the zoo lead by board chair, Robin Patton. Robin’s brother and sister-in-law, David and Sarah Ingram hosted this festive evening where guests did see and were amused by a penguin and a white fox running throughout the home. Being an event for the zoo, there were creatures big and small, including David’s collection of boa’s which he took great pride in sharing. A fun evening for Anchovy the penguin and Fiona the unique white fox as well as the human patrons, all to beneft the Nashville Zoo.

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The Oscar goes to Amos Gott and Holly Hoffman for their leading roles in this red carpet evening. Amos and Holly have served the past four years as chairs of this annual fundraiser for the Belcourt Teater. Hollywood’s biggest night was viewed by Nashvillians on the big silver screen at this historic movie theater. Te Belcourt Oscar Night was for sure an evening to see and be seen. Nashvillians have been watching motion pictures at this historic theater since 1925. On this special night, the patrons didn’t only walk the red carpet, but also raised funds to support this organization that brings splendid flms to the big screen. Tere was a star-studded VIP room, where award winning actors and actresses held court prior and during the awards show.

Event chairs Amos Gott and Holly Hofman

Clay Blevins and Haley West

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Bruce and Megan Barry, Mark and Sherry Deutschmann

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Sharon and Todd Sandahl

Holly Hofman, Chase Cole and Dawn Mangrum

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May 22 – November 1 Experience the dramatic sculptures of internationally acclaimed Spanish artist Jaume Plensa in the debut of Human Landscape. The exhibition, which marks Plensa’s largest in the United States to date, will be on display throughout the estate’s historic grounds and Museum of Art. c h e e k w o o d . o r g

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The Nashville Wine Auction hosts events all year long and the winter event weekend “Pairings” was the ultimate wine and food experience! Te inaugural event, Wined Up!, took place on a cold weekend in late February and attracted the younger generation of wine connoisseurs. Patrons partied down with 25 wine makers and enjoyed delicious culinary bites from the city’s fnest restaurants. Held at the Rosewall, this exciting new event under the direction of Peyton Gibbs and Keri McInnis, drew roughly 200 guests all for a great cause. Over the years, the Nashville Wine Auction has raised over 19 million for organizations whose purpose is directly related to treatment, patient care, and eradication of cancer in Middle Tennessee.

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WINTER LIGHTS SHINING BRIGHT

Winter Lights is the Family and Children Serviceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s signature annual fundraiser. An evening of musicflled entertainment, start to fnish. Nashville philanthropists Jean Ann and Barry Banker were the recipients of the 2015 Jane Eskind Leadership Award, accompanied by Mary Bolte receiving the Mary Jane Werthan Award. A wonderful seated diner by Dani Kates with entertainment by David Anderson and The Erik Blue Band. Congratulations to Beth Raebeck Hall, Director of Development, for a stimulating evening of fundraising with unforgettable Nashville fare! Winter Lights 2015 was presented by the Danner Foundation, the Dorothy Cate and Tomas F. Frist Foundation and HCA/Tri-Star Health. Nashville is such a giving city and with foundations such as these, we have the honor of being one of the Southâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading philanthropic communities.

Ted Clayton, Joni Werthan, Trey Lipman, Larry Jessen

Jef and Irvin Fisher

Mary and Lee Barfeld

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Mary and Ed Bolte

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Amy and Owen Joyner

Sandra and Larry Lipman, Missy Eason

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