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The Sporting Art Auction

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Italian Wine Tasting

Curating a Lifestyle: On the Hunt

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George Steinbrenner III buys the New York Yankees from CBS for $12 million Te cost of a gallon of gas is 40 cents US troops withdraw from Vietnam President Nixon signs the Endangered Species Act into law Secretariat wins the 99th Kentucky Derby and goes on to become the frst Triple Crown winner in 25 years Te price of oil quadrupled due to an OPEC embargo New York City’s World Trade Center became the tallest building in the world Te average cost of a new house was $32,500 Watergate hearings began

What do these events all have in common? Tey all occurred in 1973 – the year I was born. Despite my best eforts to outrun (or outright deny) it, the milestone of mid-life is just over 30 days from catching me. And so I go, kicking and screaming, from the twilight of my 30s and into the dawn of my 40s. I’ll have to admit that as the day draws closer my feelings have run the gamut from feeling proud of what I’ve accomplished to date to reconciling how the 30-year-old I still feel inside is now staring out from 40-year-old eyes that are still spectacle free, but likely not for long I’ve been told. I’m guessing that the next to go will be my “boginity”, when the faint whisper of wrinkles cropping up here and there becomes amplifed enough to send even this extremely needle averse gal running straight for the plastic surgeon’s ofce. It’s funny, particularly among women, that in spite of all our accomplishments and accolades we’re all so quick to equate our self-worth to a number on a scale or the lines (or lack thereof ) on our faces! It just so happened that our annual fall fashion photo shoot coincided with this intense period of angst and refection, and certainly there can be no better reminder of the passage of time than standing alongside a gaggle of spindly legged models with porcelain complexions who are half my age (I had to draw the line when one of them politely called me “ma’am”). It’s always amazing to see the girls emerge from the dressing room wearing denim I would have sworn was sized for an American Girl doll! As my personality is naturally inclined to be more of a mindful observer than a social butterfy, I let our team of assembled professionals do what they do best, stepping in occasionally when directions or opinions were warranted. Taking it all in, I was reminded of how good it actually feels not to be 20, as the years since then have allowed me to experience both the highest pinnacles of euphoria and times of personal growth as I mired through the lows. Te old adage about the years of our life versus the life in our years certainly rings true in my case. Should fate smile kindly on me, I’ll spend the next 40 years (hopefully more) continuing to wring the last drop out of each.

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Starting at top, left to right: LeRoy Neiman (American, 1921-2012) - Flat Racing - High-temperature glazed ceramic tile mural, 84"x204" (est. $250,000-350,000). Andrew Wyeth (American, 1917-2009) - Marsh Hawk - Tempura on masonite, 30 1/2"x45" (est. $5,000,000 - 7,000,000). Sir Alfred J. Munnings (British, 1878-1959) - Blue Prince II - Oil on unlined canvas, 26 1/2” x 39 1/4” (est. $800,000 - 1,200,000). Jamie Wyeth (American, b. 1946) - Matinicus - Charcoal, colored pencil, gouache and watercolor on rag board, 30"x24" (est. $125,000 - 150,000).

Te Sporting Art Auction Written by Bridget Williams A National Historic Landmark, a Thoroughbred racetrack, an auction company and a philanthropic tour de force that has contributed more than $18 million for the benefit of civic and equine-related non-profits throughout Kentucky, Keeneland holds a very vaunted position among its peers. Responsible for selling more champions and stakes winners than any other Thoroughbred auction house, its four annual sales attract the attention and pocketbooks of an increasingly global audience. To enhance the auction experience for the discerning buyers in attendance at the fall and winter sales, Greg Ladd of Cross Gate Gallery and Walt Robertson, Vice President of Sales at Keeneland, struck a unique partnership to present The Sporting Art Auction, a new company that will host an inaugural Sporting Art Auction on Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at the historic Keeneland Sales Pavilion. 20 slmag.net

“Tis Sporting Art Auction has the potential to become the most important of its kind in the world,” said Ladd, who, as the collection’s curator, has traveled extensively throughout the United States and abroad for the past six months to acquire an impressive collection of 174 lots. “Greg is widely recognized as one of the world’s experts on sporting art, so we are fortunate to partner with someone of his caliber on this project,” added Robertson. Given the equine interests of the Keeneland auction patrons, there is an obvious focus on “sporting” paintings and sculpture by British and America artists. Among the notable pieces in the sporting category are Blue Prince II With Harry Carr Up On Newmarket Heath, a 26 ½” x 39 ¼” painting by Sir Alfred Munnings (1878-1959); Flat Racing, an 84” x 204” glazed ceramic tile mural by LeRoy Neiman (1921-2012) commissioned in 1976 by Charles W. Bidwill, Jr. for Sportsman’s Park in Chicago; Te Grand Jockey, a bronze sculpture by Isidore

Frank Weston Benton (American, 1862-1951) - A Northwest Day - Oil on canvas, 36"x44" (est. $500,000 - 700,000)

Bonheur (1827-1901); and, Secretariat, Heading to the Track, Te Preakness, a 19”x23” pastel by Andre Pater (b. 1953). Ladd has also assembled an outstanding range of notable American realist and impressionist painters, including Mary Cassat (1845-1926), Frank Weston Benson (1862-1951) and a trio of Wyeth’s: Andrew (1917-2009), Jamie (b. 1946) and N.C. (1882-1945). Cassatt’s Children Playing With A Cat is noteworthy as it represents one of her more complex paintings on record and displays a new style of color experimentation in comparison with her other work of this period. Marsh Hawk, a 30.5”x45” tempera on masonite by Andrew Wyeth achieved the highest price ever paid for a living American painter at the time it was sold at Sotheby’s in 1981. The massive scale and brushwork of A Northwest Day, a 36”x44” oil on canvas by Benson places it amongst the most important pieces he completed. “We have all the right elements to make it a success—a world-class venue in Keeneland which provides in-house

expertise in conducting major auctions, and the ability to reach the most enthusiastic sporting art collectors in the world through Keeneland’s racing and sales clientele,” said Ladd. Keeneland’s portion of the auction proceeds will benefit its nonprofit initiatives, including the Keeneland Library Foundation. “We saw this as an opportunity to do something good for the industry and community,” Keeneland president Bill Tomason said. “Everything from the art auction will go to our charitable giving arms. Tis is a project I’m very proud of.” Te 2013 collection will be on display in the Keeneland Sales Pavilion beginning with the September Yearling Sale (September 9-21) and continue through the auction’s November 20th sale date. Te Sporting Art Auction company welcomes inquiries through its website, thesportingartauction. com; by email, info@thesportingartauction.com; or through Cross Gate Gallery, (859) 233-3856. sl

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Sophisticated Living Polo World Cup presented by Lenihan Sotheby’s International Realty

Sunday, September 8, 2013 at Oxmoor Farm Savor a Southern bourbon brunch under the tent and in the Seng Jewelers trophy rose garden designed by Picture Perfect Landscaping at Oxmoor Farm as part of the Sophisticated Living Polo World Cup, presented by Lenihan Sotheby’s International Realty. General admission is $25/adults (children are complimentary) and includes cocktails, a brunch bufet, music and children’s activities. VIP reserved tables for 10 are $250. Tailgating spots are available for Land Rover, Audi and Porsche owners ($100/vehicle) and there will be prizes in each category for the best tailgating display. Gates open at 1pm, with the frst match scheduled to begin at 2pm.

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Neutral Territory A well-trained eye fnds the common ground between Old World and New Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Andrew Kung

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Bookending the front and back of the kitchen are equal leg arched windows that bathe the space in natural light. Earthy grey hues of the tumbled stone foor laid on the diagonal are echoed in the slipcovered dining chairs and marble countertop.

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A thickly braided sisal rug is laid over the glazed terra cotta tile foor in the sunroom. An orderly arrangement of matching high-back sofas with a scalloped edge, exposed framework and Fortuny accent pillows are centered in the room.

“Good design is innate. Either you have the eye for it or you don’t,” remarked interior designer Caroline Frazier. Her feld of vision, judging from the chic environs of this home, which she designed, certainly boasts more than the standard 20/20. Situated at the end of a long drive dotted by mature trees and bordered by bucolic farmland at the rear, the homeowners have lived in the residence for more than two decades, renovating and expanding along the way to meet the needs and interests of their active family. A great deal of restraint is exercised throughout the interiors. In the absence of tchotchkes and bric-à-brac, one is able to appreciate the nuances of carefully chosen pattern and texture that provide a contemporary backdrop for exquisite pieces of art and antiques. Te center hall separates similarly sized living and dining rooms to the right and left and terminates at a sunroom that spans the width of the two. An antelope print runner by Stark on the stairs that lead to the second foor serves as the focal point of the monochromatic space and sets the tone for all of the rooms on this level.

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Looking left into the dining room, the eye is immediately drawn to an exuberant antique Dutch floral marquetry cupboard with a molded pediment and bombe base that Frazier found in Charleston. Dominating one wall, the cupboard stands in contrast to, but not in competition with, a contemporary tiered glass tube chandelier positioned over an oval dining table surrounded by painted Louis XVI-style dining chairs with sumptuous cut velvet upholstery and nailhead detail. Underfoot is “Tamworth,” a bound carpet from Stark. Look closely and you will discern the lizard-like texture of the room’s “Cottonmouth” wallpaper, also from Stark. Recently acquired from 1stdibs, the painted fnish of the long, narrow dining table in the kitchen is akin to the chairs in the dining room. Bookending the front and back of the kitchen are equal leg arched windows that bathe the space in natural light. Earthy grey hues of the tumbled stone foor laid on the diagonal are echoed in the slipcovered dining chairs and marble countertop.

Dominating one wall, the antique Dutch foral marquetry cupboard stands in contrast to, but not in competition with a contemporary tiered glass tube chandelier positioned over an oval dining table surrounded by painted Louis XVI-style dining chairs with sumptuous cut velvet upholstery and nailhead detail. Te carpet is from Stark.

Exquisite fabric from Fortuny is utilized for a pair of high-backed armchairs and as accent pillows on the Knole sofa in the living room.

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A large Louis XVI-style gilded and painted trumeau mirror rests on the freplace mantle in the master bedroom. Mirrored chests on either side of the bed refect the mature evergreen plantings of the garden.

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Te tiled stone foor of the family room is reminiscent of the kitchen but distinguished by utilizing larger tiles laid in a traditional grid design. An exposed brick wall with two niches on either side of the freplace is given additional prominence with a subtly distressed paint fnish. Te remaining walls boast a textural grasscloth wallcovering above the wainscoting.

Accessed from the kitchen, the cozy family room is where the homeowners choose to spend most of their time when indoors. Te tiled stone foor is reminiscent of the kitchen but distinguished by utilizing larger tiles laid in a traditional grid design. Exquisite fabric from Fortuny is given due diligence against a neutral backdrop in the living room, where it is utilized for a pair of high-backed armchairs and as accent pillows on the Knole sofa. Tat sofa, like many pieces in the home, has an interesting provenance: it hails from Cher’s Malibu estate and was purchased at a 2006 auction whose proceeds benefited the singer’s charitable foundation. An exposed brick wall with two niches on either side of the fireplace is given additional prominence with a subtly distressed paint finish. The remaining walls boast a textural grasscloth wallcovering above the wainscoting. Serving as a compendium of the home’s interior design, the sunroom offers a synopsis of periods and styles, from antique

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hand-colored lithographs hung on a mullion between a pair of tall windows near the hallway leading to the master bedroom suite, to a screenprint of Marilyn Monroe by Andy Warhol positioned on the painted brick wall near the doorway to the living room. Adding an additional layer of texture and visual interest to the sunroom is a thickly braided sisal rug laid over the glazed terra cotta tile floor. An orderly arrangement of matching high-back sofas with a scalloped edge, exposed framework and Fortuny accent pillows are centered in the room. Overhead, an Empire crystal chandelier is an elegant contrast to the more rustic appeal of the wood paneled ceiling. Tere is a purposeful absence of window treatments so as not to impede the view of the wisteria-covered pergola, pool, lawn and neighboring open space. A copy in miniature of the Winged Victory of Samothrace sculpture resting on a plinth marks the entrance to a breezeway leading to master bedroom suite, added after the homeowner’s

Te homeowners had the cherry tree sculpture imported from Europe after spying a similar one at Hotel Zaza in Dallas.

three sons were old enough not to seek out the comfort of their parent’s room in the middle of the night. The addition was designed by architect Jack Stewart to minimize impact on the property’s mature trees, and as a result, the suite is enveloped in foliage. Te only drawback, as the wife pointed out, is that walnuts dropping on skylights in the master bathroom have a tendency to set of the alarm. An oasis of calm, the largely monochromatic space invites restfulness via its airy proportions and lack of visual clutter. Mirrored chests on either side of the bed refect the mature evergreen plantings of the garden, which can be accessed through one of four sets of French doors in the room. Te mercury glass within the large Louis XVI style gilded and painted trumeau mirror that rests on the freplace mantle exhibits a wonderful patina. Te order and restraint exhibited throughout the interior extends to the outdoor living areas as well, with mature hedges trimmed to perfection. One notably whimsical departure is a

sculpture of a cherry tree “planted” near the pool and nearly dead center in the larger of the two equal leg arched windows in the kitchen. Te homeowners frst spied the piece at Hotel Zaza in Dallas, tracked down its European maker and waited six months for the piece to make it through customs. While the realistic molded trunk and branches even sport faux bird droppings for additional authenticity, at night the plethora of LED “blossoms” emit an otherworldly purple glow. “It’s quite a sight,” said the wife. Kept open year-round, the saltwater pool often sports a pod of infatable blue dolphins that were used for a 2009 photo shoot with Hayden Panettiere in People Magazine. Te homeowners happened to be at the Bel Air location during the shoot and were surprised when the defated dolphins arrived in a care package on their doorstep once they returned home. In this seriously chic home, judicious touches of whimsy show that good design can also be good fun. sl

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Italian Wine Tasting

Written by Scott Harper, Master Sommelier

What better way of having a wine tasting than with the wines of Italy. Italy is one of the old-world countries that has a deep culture in wine and food. In Italy, wine is food, and when someone has had a bit too much to drink, an Italian may say they have not had enough to eat. For that reason I always suggest assorted Salumi for easy and tasty accompaniment for a wine tasting; try Prosciutto di Parma Capicolla, Bresaola and Salame. Some cheeses would be Pecorino Toscana, Taleggio, Parmigiano-Reggiano and Fontina, and the important conduit for both the cured meats and cheeses – quality crusty Italian bread. A few things to have ready for your wine tasting: Good wine glasses are the most important part of your tasting, except good wine. Here it is easy to go crazy with glasses made to go with specifc grapes, and granted, I have many of these. But flling your cabinet with a dozen diferent glasses for a dozen diferent wines and trying to fgure out each is hardly hitting the easy button. So, I say have two glasses to start off. Size is probably the single most important factor. Undersized glasses reduce pleasure, while oversize glasses can enhance it. Glasses should be able to hold at least 12 ounces, but I prefer upwards to 20. We all should be drinking more sparkling wine, and when you do, it should be from the tall fute-shaped glass, as you want the bubbles to stay in the glass. Make sure it can hold at least eight ounces. Pour the glasses about a ffth of the way to allow for swirling and to develop the aroma. A bottle of wine holds 25 ounces. With the intent on everyone trying each wine, one bottle of wine should serve eight guests. So, divide the number of guest you have by eight and round up and you will have how many bottles you will need. Most Americans drink white wines too cold and red wines too warm. Overly chilled whites or too warm reds mask the aromas and flavors and alter the structure. Try serving whites around 50 degrees Fahrenheit, sparkling around 45 degrees Fahrenheit and reds around 60 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Choose your wines. Despite their long and perhaps difcult to pronounce names, these Italian wines are delicious and worth the efort. I have chosen one sparkling, one white and two reds for you. Try them in the order listed for the best experience, as I have listed them from lightest to fullest.

SPARKLING / Brut Cuvée Prestige, Ca’ del Bosco (Franciacorta {Lombardy}, Italy) - Owner Mauricio Zanella took a trip to Champagne in the late 1960s. Tis trip inspired him to eventually start the state-of-the-art cellar unique to this region named Ca’ del Bosco, which means, “house in the woods.” A delicious Italian sparkler, it is dry with an enticing spice favor of allspice and ginger and fruit favors of yellow apple and pear. Its mousse is impeccable with small creamy uniform bubbles that pop out favor in a rich full body. Perfect as an aperitif, it is made from Chardonnay 75 percent, Pinot Bianco 10 percent and Pinot Nero 15 percent. WHITE / Verdicchio Dei Castelli Di Jesi Classico “Villa Torre”, Tenuta di Tavignano 2011 (Marche, Italy) - Trough the early 1990s Beatrice Lucangeli and Stefano Aymerich di Laconi, transformed their estate, improving the quality of their vineyards and wine production. Marche is located in east-central Italy on the Adriatic. Very dry, light and crisp, this wine has favors of limestone minerals, straw, lemon zest, white peach and apple. Its color is pale yellow, and it is made from the Verdicchio grape. RED / Chianti Classico Riserva, Famiglia Cecchi 2005 (Tuscany, Italy) - Cesare and Andrea Cecchi are the fourth generation Cecchi’s to be involved in Italian wine. Their ancestor Luigi started in 1893; well-known for having a talented palate, he gained experience as a winemaker, wine broker and exporter. Now the Cecchi family lives and works in the small Chianti Classico village of Castellina in Tuscany, Italy. Made from the Sangiovese grape, this is not a simple wine. Ruby red with an orange rim, it has a fresh nose of violets, ripe red cherry fruit and spice with a dry medium plus body that is round and smooth. RED / Barolo, Paolo Scavino ’08 (Piedmont, Italy) - Enrico Scavino runs this winery that his father founded in 1921, aided by his daughters Enrica and Elisa. Barolo is from the northern Italian region of Piedmont. It is made from the Nebbiolo grape, which is arguably one of the best grapes in Italy for red wine. Te color is garnet/ruby with an orange rim; the wine is dry, tannic, very crisp and full-bodied with the favors of blackberries, cherries, leather, earth and roses. sl A Certifed Wine Educator, Scott is one of 118 professionals in North America and 186 worldwide who have earned the title Master Sommelier.

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Curating a Lifestyle: On the Hunt

Written by Amelia and Jef Jefers

Sporting guns such as the over-under shotgun, remain in production today and are sought by gun enthusiasts who use them. Inlaid with a silver deer, this example was produced in the 19th Century by Altoona, Pennsylvania gunsmith J.M. Watson. Sold, Garthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, $572.

Few other collecting categories have seen such a consistently bullish market as firearms, with buyers today apparently willing to go to any length to win prized examples at auction. Some speculate that the current market is heavily influenced by the political landscape or a powerful NRA (National Rifle Association), but the rise in collectability and value of antique firearms would be difficult to link to either of these factors exclusively. Undoubtedly there is a crossover audience among buyers of modern, functional frearms who may make decisions based on political concerns and the buyers of early, historic examples who are feeding a passionate hobby. Te distinction that could be made is that collectors of antique arms tend to set their sights on historic context, rarity, quality of manufacture and a beautiful design (incidentally, many of the same factors that infuence collectors who purse antique furniture, art and decorative accessories!). Te history of frearms dates back to primitive, hand-held cannon devices in the eastern world; but, for the purposes of discussing the collecting market, we tend to focus on 18th and 19th century arms from America and Europe. Until the Industrial Revolution, the production of frearms was dependent upon cottage industry (albeit some larger than others) of regional gunsmiths who tailored offerings to their audience. Rifles were produced for the long-range accuracy needs of military

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engagement; the shotgun (and its predecessor, the blunderbuss) were generally reserved for sporting and hunting (or, short-range protection). Once large-scale manufacturers entered the scene in the mid-19th century, the arms race was on. Arguably, no other individuals have had more infuence on the frearms industry in the past 200 years than these trailblazers: Samuel Colt, Horace Smith, Daniel Wesson, Oliver Winchester and John Browning. The eponymous companies created by these men have become virtual powerhouses that continue to dominate the feld today, and whose 19th century frearms are the epitome of a seasoned collectorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s focus. As fall approaches, and the traditions of hunting and gathering in advance of an annual Tanksgiving feast come to mind, head out on your own hunting adventure for a beautiful and rugged piece of history to adorn the mantle. With a bit of study, you may be surprised by the options available in this broad category for everyone from a novice collector to the frearms afcionado. sl

Amelia and Jef Jefers are the co-owners of Garth's Auctioneers & Appraisers, an international frm located outside Columbus, Ohio.

Generally speaking, frearms that predate 1898 are considered to be “antique” and exempt from the Gun Control Act of 1968 under the regulation of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (commonly known as the ATF). What does this mean for you? It means that the purchase, sale or transport of antique guns can be conducted by individuals and companies without a Federal Firearms License (FFL) and without a background check and other ATF transfer paperwork and procedures. However, there are some exceptions to this rule, particularly when a gun has been modifed to accept modern ammunition, or in the case of some muzzleloaders that were manufactured in a way that will accept modern ammunition. As with any other collecting category, we always recommend purchasing antique frearms from a reputable and knowledgeable resource.

Te Winchester Repeating Arms Company earned its place in frearms history when their rugged, early repeat-fre rifes became known as “Te gun that won the West.” Tis “Yellow Boy” Model 1866 is aptly named due to the unusual use of a bronze alloy for the receiver. Sold, Garth’s, $7,638.

While a sure-fre option (pun intended) for close-range targets, the blunderbuss (Dutch for “thunder pipe”) lacked accuracy beyond about 15-20 yards due to the spray of the ammunition exiting the fared muzzle, and became obsolete by the 19th Century. Tis English example dates to the late 18th / early 19th Century. Sold, Garth’s, $3,525.

Much like antique furniture, the value of antique frearms can be afected by highly fgured wood, solid manufacturing techniques and overall design aesthetic. Tis special order Winchester Deluxe Model 1886 sold with a letter from the factory in which it was made. Sold, Garth’s, $5,288.

On the verge of bankruptcy due to cotton gin litigation, Eli Whitney applied his concept of interchangeable parts to the manufacture of muskets in the mid 1790’s. After his death, Eli Whitney, Jr. continued to operate the Whitney Arms Company until 1888 when the company was sold to arms behemoth Winchester. Te Whitney-Kennedy lever action rife (manufactured 1879 - 1886) was considered to be one of the most well made of its time. Sold, Garth’s, $4,465. slmag.net

Ferragamoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Florence A legacy of legendary hospitality is the foundation for the Lungarno Collection Written by Bridget Williams

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A classic tale of an American dream realized, Bonito, Italy native Salvatore Ferragamo moved to the US in 1915 at the tender age of 16. Young, but certainly not green – he made his frst pair of shoes at age nine for his sisters to wear at their confrmation and studied shoemaking in Naples for a year – he quickly gained a loyal following among Hollywood starlets, including Marilyn Monroe, Greta Garbo, Judy Garland and Audrey Hepburn. After studying anatomy at USC to gain insight on how to make his shoes pleasing to both the eye and the foot, he returned to Italy in 1937 and settled in Florence, opening a store in a grand medieval palace, where he extended a hearty welcome to clients that hailed from around the globe.

View of the Ponte Vecchio from a suite terrace at Hotel Lungarno.

Tis history of legendary hospitality and service is the impetus for Ferragamo’s heirs, who have staked a sizeable claim on the luxury travel market in Florence and throughout Italy with the establishment of the Lungarno Collection, encompassing hotels, suites, villas and yachts in the most covetable locales. And, as one would expect from the family of the esteemed atelier, the ft, fnish and attention to detail at each of the properties present themselves as well as the discerning subtleties of a fnely tailored suit. Florence, still the heartbeat of the Ferragamo empire, boasts five properties: Hotel Lungarno (73 rooms and suites), Continentale (43 rooms and suites), Villa Le Rose (a six-bedroom villa), Gallery Hotel Art (74 rooms and suites) and Lungarno Suites (44 suites). While each property is unique and luxurious in its own right, American travelers in particular are drawn to the residential style of Hotel Lungarno, ideally situated on the Arno, the largest river in the region, and offering panoramic views of the famed Ponte Vecchio, the oldest bridge in the city and noteworthy for

the proliferation of goldsmiths and jewelry shops along its span. A well-established hotel prior to becoming part of the Lungarno collection, the Ferragamo family has been sensitive to the property’s history while maintaining its relevancy to the demands of today’s travelers. “Every hotel has a soul – it is born and celebrated, it matures and after some time it may have a face lift and maybe even come out with a new name,” said Valeriano Antonioli, CEO of the Lungarno Collection. “Te very fortunate ones, like the Hotel Lungarno, come to be regarded as Grand Dames.” In Hotel Lungarno’s lobby, touches of saturated navy contrasted with natural linen slip-covered furniture, and creamcolored walls, wainscoting and sailcloth drapery have a cumulative effect of calling to mind the prevailing décor of the Eastern seaboard. Adding to the homey atmosphere are real room keys (versus the electronic credit-card variety) attached to a substantial brass fob that can be left at the front desk when out exploring, as well as more than 400 pieces of art from the likes of Picasso, Cocteau and Bueno that adorn the public spaces and guestrooms.

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Each of the spacious guest rooms and suites are unique and boast period antiques, marble-clad bathrooms with Salvatore Ferragamo “Tuscan Soul” signature bath amenities (the latter is common among all Lungarno properties), direct and indirect nods to Italian fashion, and unique views over the Arno and ancient Florence. Our Studio Arno room opened to a small vestibule with mini bar, and we were quick to notice the original artwork, period furnishings and other subtle design touches that elevated the space to feeling like our own pied-à-terre. A large sitting room with a sofa bed provided comfortable accommodations for my daughter; closing the substantial draperies suspended from a brass rod that divided the two rooms provided ample privacy for both of us. Exhaustive amenities aside, the room’s greatest attribute was no doubt the view of the Arno ofered from the bedroom’s large windows and small balcony.

With just nine tables, breaking bread at the property’s Borgo San Jacopo Restaurant is an intimate and memorable experience. In her fve years as Executive Chef, Beatrice Segoni has garnered acclaim and a cult following of her brodetto (bouillabaisse's Italian cousin), frittura di pesce and Tiramisu made with patabon, a kind of cooked zabaglione. Both the fsh broth (a hit amongst the many Japanese tourists that visit the city) and fried fsh originate from her Marche roots. Lounge Bar Picteau is popular among well-heeled Florentines looking to unwind after work or partake of afternoon tea and gourmet chocolates (we were pleased to make the acquaintance of none other than Salvatore Ferragamo, Jr. on one evening). A hearty breakfast bufet is served each morning in an airy room on the Arno adjacent to the Lounge Bar Picteau.

Lounge Bar at the Hotel Lungarno

Suite at the Hotel Lungarno.

Family suite at Lungarno Suites.

Room key at Hotel Lungarno. Photo by Bridget Williams.

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Exterior of the Fusion Bar & Restaurant at Gallery Hotel Art

Detail from the library at Gallery Hotel Art.

Opposite the Hotel Lungarno on the Arno and known as the first Italian design hotel, Gallery Hotel Art was co-conceived by architect Michele Bönan (responsible for the design of all Lungarno properties) and art expert Isabella Brancolini to have a sole focus on international photographic art. East-meets-west design elements are expressed through a co-mingling of design elements such as fne linen, cashmere, Asian woods and Tuscan stones. Suites on the upper foors, three of which are two-story and seven of which feature a terrace, are named after a symbol of Florence. Ivory walls with thin horizontal banding, dark stained wood foors, black and white photography, and arenite sandstone bathrooms distinguish the American-sized guest rooms. The chic and cozy library also functions as a breakfast room, where early risers can squeeze their own orange juice; a light luncheon spot; and a casual cocktail lounge in the evenings. Capitalizing on the property’s Asian overtones, the Gallery Hotel Art’s on-site restaurant, The Fusion Bar and Restaurant, offers a culinary whirlwind, with offerings

Te Fusion Bar & Restaurant at Hotel Gallery Art.

Lounge bar at the Continentale.

from the Mediterranean to mainland China. An American transplant, Karim, the head bartender, is known to draw a crowd as he whips up inventive cocktails with great fourish. With a hip interior intended to appeal to young couples, the Continentale, located near Gallery Hotel Art, is also apropos for fans of minimalist contemporary interior design with a hint of midcentury modern. It followed Gallery Hotel Art as the second Italian design hotel. Nearly half of the property is comprised of a medieval watchtower punctuated with small square windows, and the transition from ancient to new can be noted where the interior wall goes from smooth drywall to painted stone. Te "La Terrazza" Bar and terrace on top of the Consorti tower provides a bird’s eye vantage over Florence. A recurring theme reflected in the artwork throughout the property is a retrospective of Italian fashion of the 1950s; Florence was the site of the frst fashion show in the history of Italian design, during which luminaries such as Ferragamo, Gucci and Emilio Pucci laid the foundation for the “Made in Italy” mystique.

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Rooftop terrace at the Continentale.

Unique interior design details, such as desks that resemble steamer trunks complete with leather handles made by Florentine artists, beds that can be enclosed in sheer white drapery suspended from a ceiling tract, black and white vintage fashion photography, and side tables with large clock face details complement the modern aesthetic. Book the two-level Consorti Tower Suite and enjoy a soak in the oversized tub while gazing at the dome of the Florence Cathedral. "Feet are an important part of the body, they tell a story about the person to which they belong,” said Salvatore Ferragamo. The divine 80-minute White Cloud Signature Pedicure offered at Continentale’s White Iris Beauty Spa by Daniela Steiner, located inside the base of the ancient watchtower, is beftting a house known for its haute footwear. After a gentle exfoliation, a nourishing mask, a massage of the feet and legs, and pedicure, your story will be one people will be clamoring to hear. Te bliss continues with an après-treatment stint in the Tea Room, located on the hotel’s mezzanine level and outftted with plenty of reading material and oversized chaise lounges oriented to take advantage of river and Ponte Vecchio vistas. Fancying the delicate glass orb on the desk in your suite or perhaps the desk itself? You can bring the Ferragamo fourish 40 slmag.net

home by picking up something from the Lungarno Details Store, a favorite haunt of local architects and interior designers and located at the entrance of the Lungarno Suites. Ideally suited for family travel and extended stays, even the smallest room in Lungarno Suites is equipped with a kitchenette, a table for four, a sitting area, dividing sliding doors between the living and bedrooms, and a terrace overlooking the Ponte Vecchio. While the property does not have its own breakfast room, guests are free to dine at other Lungarno properties or take advantage of their kitchen amenities. Tose wanting to try their hand at a “home” cooked meal can have staf grocery shop for them from a provided list. On-site babysitting services are also available for those seeking to experience the romance of Florence sans the kiddos. A stay at the Italian Renaissance-style Villa Le Rose (from €27,000/week) offers the ultimate in luxury and privacy in Florence. Originally owned by the Medici family in the 15th century, the former Ferragamo family home, situated on 64-acres surrounded by rolling hills of olive groves, has been carefully and thoughtfully restored. Requiring a minimum three-day stay for a maximum of 15 guests spread out in six en suite bedrooms, guests stay in the most magnificent, jaw-

Swimming pool at Villa le Rose.

Side lawn and gardens at Villa le Rose.

Library at Villa le Rose

Ballroom at Villa le Rose.

dropping surroundings, resplendent with ornate frescoes in all rooms, grand public spaces, private bedroom suites and an abundance of fne Biedermeier antiques. One of the most impressive rooms, the Salla delle Feste salon, can comfortably accommodate 200 guests and has hosted everything from black tie fêtes to family movie nights. Arguably the best amenity is having the expertise of Chef Donatella Zampoli on-site during the duration of your stay. Working with Zampoli and the on-site property manager, a holiday at the Villa is completely customizable. Whether you are looking to stage a seated dinner for two to 400 inside or an al fresco lunch poolside, the experienced team can handle nearly every request. Te afable Zampoli, a passionate culinary artisan, is also a masterful and patient teacher, even helping a cooking-impaired person like myself to make the most delectable risotto I have ever tasted. Custom experiences available to guests of Villa Le Rose include private visits to the nearby Ducati and Lamborghini factories, private wine cellar tastings in the Chianti countryside with an expert sommelier (including the Antinori and Frescobaldi cellars), and hunting excursions for wild boar, pheasant and other game, with the catch of the day expertly prepared by Zampoli.

Guests of all Lungarno Collection properties receive complimentary access to the Ferragamo Museum (museoferragamo. it), while suite-level guests receive a private tour and access to the limited-edition section of the Creations Boutique Santa Trinita Boutique, where historical Ferragamo shoe collections, accessories and a 10% discount on purchases await. Legend has it that located in the basement of the medieval palace Palazzo Spini Feroni, purchased by Ferragamo in 1938 for his company’s headquarters, there is a well in the cellar where Beatrice, the love of Dante’s life, went to fetch water. Te museum ofers a superbly curated life journey of the “shoemaker to the stars,” with pieces selected from over 10,000 models in the museum’s archives and augmented by biennial special exhibitions that explore contemporary fashion themes through Ferragamo shoes. Ferragamo had the foresight to keep a copy of every oneoff shoe he made, making it truly amazing to ogle examples of footwear considered leading edge in the 1930s, and just as fashion-forward and desirable on the feet of a fashionista today. Florence is a place of eternal enchantment, a feeling best summed up by Antonioli, who remarked: “Florence is a city of love, anytime day or night you will fnd people holding hands or kissing. It’s hard not to have that rub of on you.” slmag.net

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Cooking class with chef Donatella Zampoli

Te Lounge Bar at Continentale

STAY / The Lungarno Collection – lungarnocollection.com SEE / Grab a palm-sized jogging map from a Lungarno property concierge and set out on one of several routes – ranging from 2.3-5.2 miles – that are the favored routes of Massimo and Chiara Ferragamo. The Boboli Gardens (uffizi.firenze.it/en/) – Founded in the mid-1500s by Cosimo I de´ Medici and his wife Eleonora di Toledo, the extensive, manicured gardens are home to fountains, Roman antiquities and a range of statuary dating from the 16th through the 18th centuries. Galleria del Costume (uffizi.firenze.it/en/) – A hidden gem located in the Palazzo Pitti that’s often overlooked by tourists, this is the only museum dedicated to the history of Italian fashion, with a collection that spans from the 18th century to present day. Museo Stefano Bardini (hmuseicivicifiorentini.comune.fi.it/en/ bardini/) – Housed in the former church and convent of San Gregorio della Pace and named after its founder, Stefano Bardini (1854-1922), the museum contains more than 3,000 pieces of art and antiquities from the personal collection of the noted Italian antiquarian. Galleria dell’Accademia (uffizi.firenze.it/ en/) – Best known for housing Michelangelo’s statue of David, the Galleria dell’Accademia also contains works by Botticelli and Giambologna, as well as a host of historically significant musical instruments, including the original Antonio Stradaveri red spruce and maple “Medici violin.” Convent of St. Francis in Fiesole – A little more than three miles from Florence, extraordinary views of the city are rewarded to those who make the steep climb up the road that culminates at the convent of St. Francis in Fiesole. Michelangelo Square - A little closer to town, Piazzale Michelangelo, built in 1869, offers panoramic city views as well as a bronze replica of David. Santa Maria Novella (smnovella.it) – Celebrating 400 years of uninterrupted business, Pharmaceuticals Santa Maria Novella, is one of the oldest perfumeries in the world. A Lungarno property concierge can arrange for a private

Fountain of Neptune on the Piazza della Signoria.

visit to the visually stunning and olfactory pleasing shop and museum, where you can peruse everything from candles to homeopathic remedies for people and pets. Six months after my purchasing potpourri contained within a reproduction pharmacy jar from 1508, it still emits enough fragrance to conjure pleasant memories of my trip. Lo Spillo – Near Hotel Lungarno on Borgo San Jacopo, this antique jewelry store is so small it can only admit one customer at a time. Boutique Nadine (boutiquenadine. it) – A stone’s throw from the Ponte Vecchio, this vintage shop is a favorite haunt for fashion designers looking to the past for inspiration. Mio Concept Store (mio-concept.com) – Founded by a German-born globetrotter, this design shop offers one-of-akind and upcycled art, furnishings and accessories. DINE / Olio e Convivium – situated in the historic Palazzo Capponi, multiple rooms house a restaurant, cooking and olive oil tasting courses, gourmet Tuscan food market, and wine market with 250 labels from 45 producers. Osteria Tre Panache – A tiny restaurant (just three picnic-style tables with benches) located on Via Antonio Pacinotti in the outskirts of Florence that serves big-time cuisine: think white truffles, veal Milanese and warm cheesecake. La Loggia in Villa San Michele – Feast your eyes on the view while enjoying Tuscan delicacies on the terrace or in one of the artfully restored rooms of the 16th-century former monastery. Cammillo Trattoria – Reservations are a must for this bastion of Tuscan home-style cuisine, located on Borgo San Jacopo. Cantinetta Antinori – The Antinori family has a 600-year history of involvement in the wine industry and their extensive collection of wines is available by the bottle or by the glass. Wine aside, I could subsist quite happily on their Tuscan tomato and bread soup and local, mouthwatering fresh cheeses and artisanproduced olive oils. Osteria il Porcellino – Opened in 1969 and just steps from the Piazza della Signoria and the Ponte Vecchio, my daughter still raves about the filet with balsamic reduction.. sl

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Bibliotaph Immortalized in lyrics by Irving Berlin, the super duper style of Gary Cooper is captured in the frst ever monograph focused on this leading man of the Silver Screen. Compiled of unpublished, never-before-seen personal photographs, shot primarily by his wife Rocky, this book captures the cars, the mansions and ranches, the guns and gear, and of course the endless outfts for every occasion that Cooper ensconced himself in throughout the years. G. Bruce Boyer & Maria Cooper Janis with a foreword by Ralph Lauren - Gary Cooper: Enduring Style - Hardcover, 200 pages, powerHouse Books (powerhousebooks.com).

Model David Gandy's smoldering eyes and chiseled physique attained icon status thanks to an ad campaign for Light Blue, the fragrance of Italian design house Dolce&Gabbana. Tracing Gandy's career trajectory, this homage includes photographs by Mario Testino, Steven Klein and Mainano Vivanco, among others. Peter Howarth - David Gandy by Dolce&Gabbana - Hardcover, 288 pages, Rizzoli, (rizzoliusa.com).

Author JJ LEE is the menswear columnist for the Vancouver Sun and broadcasts a weekly fashion column for CBC Radio in Vancouver. His decision to alter his father's last surviving suit for himself is the impetus for the book, which is part memoir and part social history of the men's suit. JJ Lee - Te Measure of a Man: Te Story of a Father, a Son, and a Suit - paperback, 304 pages, Emblem Editions (mcclelland.com/emblem).

A laugh-inducing revisit of a 1908 classic from Te School of Health, complete with excerpts and original illustrations. Alfred B. Olsen, M.D. & M. Ellsworth Olsen, M.A. - Exercises for Gentlemen: 50 exercises to do with your suit on - Hardcover, 128 pages, Universe (rizzoliusa.com).

Te third in installation of a wildly popular series, this book features more intimate moments of male celebrities as seen through the lens of photographer VĂŠronique Vial. Veronique Vial (photographer), Jennifer Beals (foreword) - Men Before 10 a.m. Too - Hardcover, 144 pages, powerHouse Books (powerhousebooks.com).

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bib 'li' o 'taph, [bib-lee-uhtaf, -tahf ]: a person who caches or hoards books A blog-based ode to the confdence and unique sense of self and style that can only be attained through the long lens of a life lived glamorously, Ari Seth Cohen's book is evidence that good taste doesn't have an expiration date. Ari Seth Cohen Advanced Style - Hardcover, 240 pages, powerHouse Books (powerhouseboooks.com).

Supported by outstanding imagery culled from a lifetime as a style maker, this oversized tome celebrates the legendary style of socialite C.Z. Guest. Susanna Salk - C.Z. Guest: American Style Icon Hardcover, 280 pages, Rizzoli (rizzoliusa.com).

Tis book features the stories of 33 women who enthralled societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s artistic geniuses from Man Ray to T.S. Eliot and thus inspired the creation of some of the greatest works of the past two centuries. Farid Abdelouahab - Muses: Women who Inspire - Hardcover, 235 pages, Flammarion (rizzoliusa.com).

A comprehensive look at the frst and most important female super hero of DC Comics, from the Golden Age to the present day. Bob Greenberger - Wonder Woman: Amazon. Hero. Icon. - Hardcover, 208 pages, Universe (rizzoliusa.com).

A collection of images featuring pop culture beauties, looking fabulous, bed head and all. Veronique Vial (photographer), Sean Penn (foreword) - Women Before 10 a.m. - Hardcover, 144 pages, powerHouse Books (powerhousebooks.com).

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957 Ferrari 250 GT 14-Louver Berlinetta sold for $9,460,000, a world record for a Ferrari 250 Tour de France. Photo by Eric Fairchild, courtesy of Gooding & Company.

A 1934 Packard 1108 Twelve Dietrich Convertible Victoria, owned by Joseph and Margie Cassini III of West Orange, New Jersey bested 248 historic automobiles from 36 states and 12 countries to claim the Best of Show title at the 63rd annual Pebble Beach Concours dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Elegance, held along the famed 18th fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links. Te Packard Twelve is considered by many to be one of the fnest automobiles produced by Packard and one of the most signifcant creations of the Classic Era. Apart from a 2007 win by the 1935 Duesenberg SJ Speedster known as the Mormon Meteor, this win marks the frst for an American car in nearly twenty years. "Tat makes this win even more special," said Joseph Cassini III, who also took Best of Show at Pebble Beach in 2004 with a 1938 Horch 853A Erdmann & Rossi Sport Cabriolet. "It's nice to

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see that even the European judges found this car signifcant enough to win Best of Show." The Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance is most often recognized as the world's premier celebration of collector cars, but an increasing number of new cars also made history here, with more than 20 concepts and new production cars exhibited on the event's "concept lawn"--what is normally the practice putting green in front of The Lodge at Pebble Beach. "We're committed to showcasing the very best of the automotive world, past and present," said Sandra Button, Chairman of the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. "We want to celebrate the whole of automotive history--and we're thrilled to be making history, too." Impressive performances were recorded among the major auction houses that staged sales throughout the Monterey Peninsula

during the week leading up to the Concours, with some estimates placing the total spent up more than 30% over the previous year. Gooding & Company, ofcial auction house of the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, realized more than $53.7 million during the frst of its two Pebble Beach evening auctions. Te company sold a 1957 Ferrari 250 GT 14-Louver Berlinetta for $9,460,000, setting a world record for a Ferrari 250 Tour de France. At RM Auctions, another Ferrari – an ultra-rare 1967 275 GTB/4*S N.A.R.T. Spider – sold for $27.5 million, making it the most expensive car ever sold at auction. The most popular car at Bonhams 16th annual Carmel automotive auction – the longest running sale during the Monterey Peninsula Car Week – in terms of consistent admirers and sales price was a 1931 Bentley 4.5-Liter Supercharged Le

Mans racer from the Charles R.J. Noble Collection. Spirited bidding in the salesroom and on the telephones elicited excitement among the crowd as the car realized $4,647,500 from a private European buyer, resulting in a new record for a production blower Bentley. As the events surrounding the Concours and Monterey Car Week have grown in popularity, the philanthropic arm of the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance has increased its impact as well, raising more than $1.27 million for its charitable endeavors in 2013, the eighth year in a row that charitable donations have topped the $1 million mark. “We are proud to host an event that not only contributes to the international stage, encouraging automotive excellence, but also returns so much to the local community,” said William L. Perocchi, Pebble Beach Company CEO. sl

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Goodwood Festival of Speed Called “the largest motoring garden party in the world,” the Goodwood Festival of Speed, held on a portion of the 12,000acres of manicured grounds that comprise Goodwood House in West Sussex, England, celebrated its 20th anniversary in July and honored one of the world’s most popular sports cars – the Porsche 911 – as its main Central Feature. Over 820,000 Porsche 911s have been built since 1963, and examples of each of its seven generations were present at the 2013 Festival of Speed. The legendary sports coupe has been featured at every single Goodwood Festival: from the frst event in 1993 when an unexpectedly high 27,500 enthusiasts turned-up, to the record 196,000 visitors that attended the world’s greatest celebration of car culture this year. Commanding spectators’ gazes skyward was a bespoke 911-inspired sculpture prominently displayed outside Goodwood House, the seat of the Dukes of Richmond and home to both motor-racing and horseracing tracks, an organic farm, golf course, an aero club, a sporting and social club, and a hotel. Designed by artist and sculptor Gerry Judah and soaring more

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than 100 feet into the sky – the tallest in the Festival’s history – the sculpture’s three futuristic white, steel “arrows” raced upwards, each with an example of a 911 at its apex: an early Golf Blue coupe from 1965, a Yellow 2.7 RS from 1973 and an allwheel drive “Type 991” Carrera 4. The Cartier Style et Luxe Concours d’Elegance, the Goodwood Hill Climb, Supercar Run, Moving Motor Show, Soapbox Challenge and the FAB1Million project were among the events included under the Festival of Speed umbrella. Nowhere else on earth could fans see two ex-Campbell Bluebird Land Speed Record cars on display, while taking in Bob Riggle wheeling up the hill in his Hemi Under Glass Plymouth Barracuda, Peter Fonda waving to the crowds from his Easy Rider Harley-Davidson chopper, two-time winner of the Le Mans 24 Hours and German Touring Car Champion HansJoachim Stuck, current 911 RSR factory team driver Jörg Bergmeister, soap box racers hurtling past Goodwood House, the Vulcan bomber fying overhead, Nico Rosberg doing burnouts in his F1 Mercedes, eight of the current F1 teams, plus

Te bespoke 911-inspired sculpture prominently displayed outside Goodwood House was designed by artist and sculptor Gerry Judah.

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over 150 motor racing heroes: from Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton to Emerson Fittipaldi and Kenny Roberts. Now in its 19th consecutive year, the 2013 edition of the Style et Luxe concours d’Elegance featured 50 headline vehicles from the event’s history selected for their rarity and beauty. After much debate between the judging panel – including Apple designer Jonathan Ive, Oscar-winning film director Hugh Hudson and model Yasmin Le Bon – the overall 2013 Cartier “Best of Show” was awarded to an exquisite 1955 Lancia Aurelia B24S Spyder, entered by J D Classics, a real accolade given the carefully selected competition. Goodwood paid tribute to McLaren on its 50th anniversary, with racing examples of the marque tackling the 1.16-mile hill climb each day. Some 30 supercars sped up the incline, several for the frst time, including the Continental GT3 from Bentley piloted by 2003 Le Mans champion, Guy Smith; Maserati’s GranCabrio MC, GranTurismo MC Stradale four-seater and the new Ghibli, which made its UK debut; and the Rolls Royce Wraith, driven by Justin Law. BMW lined up nine extraordinary BMW racing cars and motorcycles piloted by world-renowned personalities for the hill climb. Te company’s involvement was headlined by two very special anniversaries: the founding of BMW Motorrad 90 years

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ago and Nelson Piquet’s Formula One World Championship win with the Brabham BMW BT52 30 years ago. Bonhams made automotive history at its Goodwood auction when it offered 63 collectors’ motor cars for a staggering £36 million. Tis result made it the highest grossing motorcar auction in Europe. The sale also achieved world auction marque records for both a 1954 Mercedes-Benz W196 Grand Prix at £19.6m and a 1955 Maserati 300 S at £4m. Te W196 becomes the most valuable motor vehicle ever sold at auction, beating by some distance the previous record of £10,086,400 set by a Ferrari in 2011. The Festival culminated in a Timed Shootout on Sunday afternoon up the hill climb course, which features a mix of twists, turns and narrow straights. Festival favorite Justin Law posted a blistering time of 45.95 seconds in his Jaguar XJR8/9. However, the overall Festival Fastest Time of Day in a nail-biting 45.86 seconds was shared jointly by Gregory Gilvert in a Peugeot 208 T16 Pikes Peak and the Goodwood Hill Climb record holder Nick Heidfeld in a Lola-Toyota B12/60. Fr o m h o r s e a n d b u g g i e s t o t h e h e a r t - p o u n d i n g horsepower generated by the latest-generation performance vehicles, the 20th anniversary of the Goodwood Festival of Speed did not disappoint. sl

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Te Great Artdoors Bespoke Global’s leisure line speaks to sporting connoisseurs

Launched in May 2011 as an international e-commerce platform for topdrawer bespoke home furnishings and accessories, Bespoke Global flls an important niche: connecting some of the world’s most talented artisans with visionary consumers who appreciate their unique skill sets. At present, 90 artists and designers are represented, encompassing everything from porcelain and stoneware to casegoods crafted of rare and exotic materials. “Our global artisans challenge, mystify and entertain,” said company co-founder Gwen Carlton. “Teir toil is part playground, part laboratory and part untamed territory. We embrace bespoke for refusing to give in, for all its refned beauty, genius and surprise.” The company debuted a new leisure line in December of 2012 with a lineup of completely customizable kayaks, canoes, falconry hoods, fly fshing rods, backgammon boards and game tables. Te pieces are designed for sporting connoisseurs seeking to add an exclamation of artistry to their activities. Nick Schade’s “strip-built" wood kayaks are a perfect example: built for high performance paddlers, after a day on the water it would be a shame to relegate its storage to anywhere that didn’t let one admire the boat’s exquisite craftsmanship. Te Museum of Modern Art agrees; it has one of Schade’s functional works of art in their permanent collection. Te artisan’s Petrel collection, created exclusively for Bespoke Global, pays homage to the petrel bird, a tube-nosed seabird named after Saint Peter by early fsherman for its habit of futtering along the surface of the water as it feeds. Tough Schade’s "Petrel" is designed to walk on water during late season swells, it is also suitable for futtering across more sheltered waters. For more information, visit bespokeglobal.com. sl 50 slmag.net

featuring Fine Sporting Art, American Paintings and Sculpture

Mary Cassatt (American, 1845-1926) CHILDREN PLAYING WITH A CAT signed and dated ‘1908’ oil on canvas, 32 x 39 1/2 in.

Andrew Wyeth (American, 1917-2009) MARSH HAWK signed tempera on masonite, 30 1/2 x 45 in.

Sir Alfred J. Munnings (British, 1878-1959) GOLDEN GORSE signed and dated ‘1910’ oil on board, 9 1/2 x 12 1/2 in.

November 20, 2013 Keeneland RAce course lexington, kentucky Fully Illustrated Catalogues Available September 1 www.thesportingartauction.com

The Sporting Art Auction, 4201 Versailles Road, Lexington, Kentucky 40510 | 859.233.3856 | info@thesportingartauction.com

Of Note... Vanity Flair

From Topex Hardware, the Art Aqua collection features a series of scratch resistant, waterproof, and humidity resistant, wall-mounted vanities. Shown is the LEATHER series in dark crocodile (topexhardware.com).

Designed by Barbara Barry for Kallista, the Tuxedo collection vanity top (from $3,094) is cut from a single piece of 2" thick marble. Te console table base (from $2,0601) is available in three fnishes (kallista.com).

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Te Continental Demi-Lune Cabinet by Mariette Himes Gomez for Hickory Chair combines light and dark veneers to create an exquisite vertical striped pattern. Absolute Black Granite top sold separately. To the trade (hickorychair.com).

Te coco freestanding basin from Blu Bathworks, available in round and square shapes, is crafted from bluâ&#x20AC;˘stone , a resilient solid surface material that is stain, scratch and impact resistant and specially developed by Blu Bathworks (blubathworks.com).

Drawing inspiration from mid-nineteenth century British Campaign furniture, the Legion single wood vanity ($5,411) is available in either a Tabac and Erin fnish (shown) or Paperwhite (waterworks.com). Te Sterling bow front double sink chest ($3,500) from Ambella Home is crafted from hardwood with a rubbed silver fnish (ambellahome.com).

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Well Manored 1) On Sarah: Herve Leger ‘Mae’ Border-Banding dress and Jimmy Choo ‘Drift’ cutout peep-toe suede bootie, both from Saks Fifth Avenue. On Nick: Cotton/cashmere velvet blazer, polka dot vest, tartan plaid tie, pocket square and trouser from Crittenden Fine Gentlemen’s Clothing; Rolex Sea-Dweller from James Free Jewelers; Gravati dress shoe (gravati.it). 2) Valentino fur-trimmed jacket (valentino.com); Michael Kors merino sweater from Saks Fifth Avenue; Robert Coin tiger bracelet with black, white and cognac diamonds from James Free Jewelers; Sydney Evan disc ball ring (sydneyevan.com). 3) Kazuo Kawasaki optical (italee.com/kawa/main.htm); Fully hand-tailored classic beaded striped suit in Super 120s wool, dress shirt, pocket square and tie, all from Crittenden Fine Gentlemen’s Clothing; Rolex Sea-Dweller from James Free Jewelers.

4) From Left: On Jessica - Dolce & Gabbana foral blouse, Versace crocodile-print leather skirt and Yves Saint Laurent ‘Tribute’ leather sandal, all from Saks Fifth Avenue; Patek Philippe ladies Nautilus watch in rose gold (patek.com). On Sarah - Milly dress with French Malhia Couture Tweed at bust and leather waistband detail (milly.com); Cristella 2 black satin pumps from Le Soir Pour La Victoire. On Ellen - Alice & Trixie ‘Marni’ dress with neon trim (aliceandtrixie.com); Marco Bicego Africa 18k yellow gold bangle from James Free Jewelers; Frye ‘Shirley’ riding boot (thefreyecompany.com); Longchamp small tote from the Keeneland Gift Shop. 5) Christian Siriano pantsuit (christiansiriano.com); Elsa Peretti ‘Amapola’ brooch in 18k gold with red silk for Tifany & Co. (tifany.com); Salvatore Ferragamo small batik tote, Alexander McQueen classic skull chifon scarf and Jimmy Choo ‘Drift’ cutout peep-toe suede bootie, all from Saks Fifth Avenue. 6) From Left: On Ellen - Raoul ‘Patrina’ peplum gown in black/foral brocade (raoul.com); Doves Jewelry black, brown and white pavé diamond double round drop pendant (dovesjewelry.com); Rhonda Faber Green Blue Sea earrings (rhondafabergreen.com). On Sarah – Raoul ‘Tatyana’ beaded gown in beet (raoul.com). 7) Zariin earrings (zariin.com); Escada dress (escada.com); Claudia Lobão necklace (shopclaudialobao.com); Tag Heuer plated yellow gold Link Lady Trilogy ring and LINK Lady Cameron Diaz plated yellow gold limited edition watch from James Free Jewelers.

8) Oliver Peoples optical (oliverpeoples.com); Isaia two-button sport coat, textured white dress shirt and trousers (isaia.it); Robert Talbott tie (roberttalbott.com); Vineyard Vines belt from the Keeneland Gift Shop; Panerai Luminor watch (panerai.com). 9) PAUW ‘Amsterdam’ military-style jacket with peplum and PAUW tafeta skirt, both from Saks Fifth Avenue; vintage brooch; Cristella 2 black satin pumps from Le Soir by Pour La Victoire. 10) From left: On Nick – Hudson denim, Burberry Brit check shirt and Samuelsohn sport coat, all from Saks Fifth Avenue; Peter Millar driving mocs from the Keeneland Gift Shop. On Sarah- Pink Stitch ‘Carmen’ vegan leather top (pinkstitch.com); Hublot Tutti Frutti Tourbillon pavé ‘Happy Tourbillons’ watch (hublot.com); M2F ‘Indie’ skinny denim (M2F.com); Yves St. Laurent ‘Tribute’ leather sandal and Chloe ‘Marcie’ large hobo bag, both from Saks Fifth Avenue. On Jessica Sydney Evan rose-gold and black diamond spike earrings (sydneyevan.com); Tibi ‘Nelio’ cropped sweatshirt and stretch leather jean (tibi.com); Jimmy Choo ‘Mayva’ zip slingback bootie from Saks Fifth Avenue. On Ellen - J brand denim, Soft by Joie jacket, Chanel ‘Ascot’ riding boot and Stella McCartney fap clutch, all from Saks Fifth Avenue.

11) Safari-style moleskin coat with four patch and fap pockets and belt in back, vest, tie, dress shirt and plaid dufel bag, all from Crittenden Fine Gentlemen’s Clothing; Hudson denim from Saks Fifth Avenue. 12) Barbour Dress Tartan Jacket, Neon Buddha tank and pants, horse bit enamel bracelet and Rockwell Tarp ‘Copacabana’ boots, all from Keeneland Gift Shop.

SOURCES // Crittenden Fine Gentlemen’s Clothing: 141 E. Main St., Midway, KY – 859.846.4228 crittendenclothes.com James Free Jewelers: 9555 Main St. in Montgomery – 513.793.0133 – jamesfree.com Keeneland Gift Shop: 4201 Versailles Road, Lexington, KY – 859.254.3412 – keeneland.stores.truition.com Saks Fifth Avenue: 101 W. 5th Street – 513.421.6800 – saks.com/cincinnati Photographer: Andrew Kung Models: Sarah Atallah, Nick Sabalato and Ellen Ward Hair: Nick Carter and Trudy Hunt Makeup: Stacy Tomas Stylist: Michele Beam, Bridget Williams 10

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Food Wine Extending summer into fall with recipes inspired by New Zealandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nobilo wines

With the threat of war looming, Nikola Nobilo, a stonemason at the time, and his wife Zuva, left their home on the Croatian island of Korcula in the 1930s to seek a new life in New Zealand. When they arrived, they were met by a unique culture quite diferent from that of their European homeland. One of the most noticeable diferences was a society that did not embrace drinking wine with meals. At the time of their arrival, the New Zealand wine industry was virtually non-existent. In fact, the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s liquor laws did not even allow wine to be served in restaurants. Yet, the Nobilo family had brought with them over 300 years of European winemaking tradition. In 1943, the family planted their frst vines in their new home in Huapai, west of Auckland, making wine with the initial intention of sharing it amongst their family and friends.

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In the early years, they struggled with Nikola having no choice but to make his own equipment and maintain a working farm to fnancially support his family while he nurtured his wine business. Along with other Croatian immigrants, he actively lobbied the government, leading the charge to the eventual overturning of the country’s antiquated liquor laws. In the 1970s, Nikola led the move to premium varietals, such as Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir, and the development of new winegrowing regions, including Marlborough, located in the north of the South Island, one of the country’s sunniest and driest regions, which today is the most well-known of New Zealand’s wine producing regions. Marlborough is comprised of six sub-regions, all of which create distinct styles of Sauvignon Blanc—the grape that reigns as king in this region. Most fnished wines are made from a blend of grapes from the various sub-regions to impart diferent favor characteristics. Before his death in 2007, Nikola Nobilo was awarded an Order of the British Empire medal for his contribution to the New Zealand wine industry. Now in her 90s, his wife Zuva still lives next door to the original homestead where they frst settled in New Zealand. Today, the name Nobilo continues to carry the tradition of quality wines established by Nikola, one of the country’s most respected pioneering winemakers. As it just so happened, the same year that the first commercial vines were planted in Marlborough, Dave Edmonds, now Senior Winemaker at Nobilo, was born just across the Cook Strait in New Zealand’s capital city, Wellington. After gaining a degree in horticulture science at Christchurch’s Lincoln University, Dave headed to Hawke’s Bay in the North Island for his frst vintage, unsure of whether to pursue viticulture or winemaking. It didn’t take long for him to decide. “I was hooked on winemaking by lunchtime on the frst day,” he says. Dave joined the Nobilo team as the Senior Winemaker in 2002—a move that not only brought him closer to home, but also back to producing the wines he loves so much. Dave is passionate about Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, and has developed a personal connection and in-depth knowledge of the flavor profiles of Nobilo vineyards throughout the region. He skillfully applies that knowledge to blend a fantastic array of favors together, crafting the consistent, harmonious and balanced wines for which Nobilo is known. Continuing in the vein of Nikola’s original simple intent of producing wine to share with family and friends during meals, Nobilo has partnered with chef and New Zealand native Matt Lambert, owner of Te Musket Room in New York City. A longtime fan of Nobilo, Lambert’s recipes are intended to extend the pure and adventurous spirit of his New Zealand homeland from summer into fall.

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Pavlova, Passion Fruit, Whipped Cream and Berries Pairs Well With: Nobilo 2012 Marlborough Icon Sauvignon Blanc Prep Time: 1 Hour | Cook Time: 1-12 Hours | Serves: 8 “Every kiwi knows one thing for sure – Pavlovas are ours! Any holiday, family gathering, or culinary showdown must end in a ‘pav!’ Summer is the best time for these as we use summer berries and passion fruit. While you can’t deny the sweetness, the passion fruit cuts it a little and the cream left unsweetened also helps with this.”

Ingredients for the Passion Fruit Curd 5 Large eggs 1.2 Cups sugar 1.6 Cups butter 4/5 Cup passion fruit purée Ingredients for the Whipped Cream 2 Cups heavy cream Ingredients for the Sof Pavlova Mix ½ Cup water 2/3 Cup corn syrup 4 ⁄5 Cup sugar ½ Cup egg whites 3 Gelatin sheets 1 Pinch salt Ingredients for the Swiss Meringue 4 Large egg whites 1 Cup sugar 1 Tsp citric acid 1 Pinch of salt Ingredients for the Garnish Strawberries Passion fruit seeds Acetate Sheets Tools Needed Electric hand blender (optional) N2O cream charger in a canister (optional) Stand mixer N2O or CO2 siphon or old tonic bottle (optional) Termometer For the Whipped Cream Whip the heavy cream with a whisk or charge with one N2O charger in a canister.

For the Passion Fruit Curd 1. Put small saucepan on the stove with water, bring to a boil, and then simmer. 2. Combine sugar, eggs, and passion fruit in a stainless steel bowl. 3. Whip vigorously and place over the steaming pot, being careful not to burn yourself. 4. When it starts to warm up, add butter and continue to whip, using an electric blender if you prefer. You want to bring it to a thickness where it will hold three fgure-8’s of curd on the surface. 5. When the thickness is achieved, put it in the blender to make sure it’s perfectly smooth. 6. Chill and place in a piping bag. For the Sof Pavlova Mix 1. Cook water, corn syrup, and sugar until sof thread (223-235°F). Use a thermometer to ensure the temperature is correct. 2. Slowly pour into egg whites that have already been whipped until very foamy. 3. Add salt, whipping until it has almost doubled in size. 4. Set in fridge. Depending on your refrigerator and the volume at which this is stored, cooling should take around 10-45 minutes. It’s advised to make it a day out to be sure it is cold. 5. When cool put into a blender and blend. 6. Put into a piping bag.

For the Swiss Meringue 1. Set up a bain-marie: simmering water in a smaller pot than the bowl you are using. 2. Whisk all ingredients in this bowl over the steam until the sugar is completely dissolved. You can use an electric hand blender. 3. When sugar is dissolved, remove from steaming pot and whisk for around 10 minutes until you have very frm or stif peaks. A stand mixer is best for this. 4. Spread a thick layer over acetate sheets. 5. Fold to make a cylinder, tape, and dehydrate in your oven overnight for about 8-10 hours at 140°F. 6. Also make round discs to use as a “lid.” 7. Remove acetate within 3 minutes of removal from oven and then you are ready For the Garnishes and Plating Chef ’s Tip: I like to carbonate the strawberries with a little Nobilo Icon Sauvignon Blanc and CO2 so they have a little extra something. To do this you will need a N2O or CO2 siphon or an old tonic bottle. Simply place the berries and wine inside the canister, and charge with the N2O or CO2 charger. Shake well and let stand for one hour. Let the gas out gently, remove lid and pour now carbonated berries into a container. 1. Pipe the cylinder of the passion fruit curd and sof Pavlova mix onto a plate. Put the Swiss meringue round disc “lids” on top. 2. Garnish with whipped cream, strawberries, and passion fruit. You can also use marigold fowers if you like.

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Chatham Cod, Crab, Favas and Pickled Mussels Pairs Well With: Nobilo 2012 Marlborough Icon Sauvignon Blanc Prep Time and Cook Time: 60 Minutes | Serves: 4 “I love cod! I remember growing up fshing all around Auckland most weekends with my uncle or father. Very often fishing off the rocks we would catch rock cod, so there is an instant connection for me personally with cod, summer and fshing. Same thing goes with pickled mussels! At almost every BBQ my parents had someone would bring a tub of pickled mussels. Te way I brought the two together is very simple. Te whole preparation for this dish can be ready to go. It’s made à la minute except for the Fava purée.”

Ingredients for the Cod 4 5 oz portions of a very large cod, flleted by local fshmonger 4 Tbsp butter 1 Lemon, peeled with no pith Ingredients for the Pickled Mussels 1lb steamed mussels 3¼ Cups cider vinegar 1 Cup sugar 2 Cups Nobilo 2012 Icon Sauvignon Blanc 10 Peppercorns 2 Tbsp salt 4 Stems tarragon 6 Bay leaves Ingredients for the Crab and Fava Sauce 4 Tbsp crabmeat 7¾ Cups blanched fava beans 3 Tbsp liquid from the pickled mussels 2 Tbsp 2012 Nobilo Icon Sauvignon Blanc 1 Tbsp chopped chives 1 Tbsp chopped cilantro 1 Mussel 1 Tbsp salted butter

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Ingredients for the Fava Purée 1 Cups blanched warm favas 1 Cup hot heavy cream ¼ Tsp xanthan (optional) 1 Tsp salt 1 Tbsp unsalted butter Ingredients for the Garnish Black mint Dill Bronze fennel Fava fowers For the Pickled Mussels: 1. Heat ingredients until sugar and salt are dissolved. 2. Let cool to around 180°F. You may adjust the sugar to your personal taste. I prefer it to be very acidic. 3. Add mussels and store for at least 5 days

For the Fava Purée 1. Place all ingredients into a blender, except for the cream. 2. Add cream slowly and purée on a very high speed to ensure the purée is as smooth and silky as possible. If you don’t have xanthan it is totally fne. For the Crab and Fava Sauce Chef ’s Tip: Adding herbs as you are serving maintains the bright favors and colors. Aside from balance in dishes through acidity, I like to use herbs in the same light, particularly these two. 1. Gently warm ingredients in a saucepan, adding butter last and mix in to incorporate without breaking the liquid and butter. 2. When you remove from the heat, add the herbs as you are serving and mix through. For Plating and Garnish 1. Smear the fava purée at the base of the plate. 2. Place the fish on top of that and carefully place the stack of crab/favas next to the fsh. 3. Te mussel can go anywhere you like. I put it somewhere different every time I plate this dish.

New Zealand Lamb with Summer Garden Vegetables and Herbs Pairs Well With: Nobilo 2012 Marlborough Icon Pinot Noir Prep and Cook Time: 90 Minutes | Serves: 4 “Mention New Zealand and food to anyone and the frst thing they say is ‘LAMB!’ Usually I don’t put it on my menu, but in this case it was too tempting to pass up. Te lamb takes on a fantastic texture from salting it in advance, which was discovered by mistake—usually the best way to learn! You have roasted lamb, fnished in garlic with nice, subtle earthy accents to the delicious hues of the lamb fat! The garden vegetables are basically a deconstructed approach to a ratatouille, but instead of being overcooked and destroyed, it is gently pan seared.”

Ingredients for the Lamb & Jus 2 New Zealand lamb racks 6 Cups brown chicken stock 1 Cup Nobilo 2012 Icon Pinot Noir 2 Basil leaves 4 Mint leaves Lemon juice 1 Tbsp butter Ingredients for the Summer Vegetables & Garnish 8 Baby zucchini 8 Toy box eggplants 8 Yellow patty pans 2 Large red peppers Picked bush basil leaves Picked black mint leaves or blackberry mint Dehydrated squash blossoms Garlic fowers For the Lamb 1. Trim and French the bones. 2. Apply a liberal amount of salt. 3. Wrap in plastic and let stand for 4-5 days. 4. Grill or pan roast to an internal temp of 115°F and let rest for at least 10 minutes.

For the Jus Chef ’s Tip: It’s best to make your own stock rather than buy at a store as the reduction will give you no body and will become salty if you are not careful. 1. Reduce the stock by two-thirds. 2. Separately reduce the Nobilo Icon Pinot Noir to 1/8-cup 3. Add herbs, and salt if needed. 4. Add the red wine reduction to jus base. 5. When you are ready, while stirring, add the butter and make sure it becomes one with the stock/jus. 6. Add small amounts of lemon juice to balance out the weight and mouthfeel of the sauce. It’s a personal thing so when you are happy with it the sauce is ready. Add salt only if necessary.

For the Summer Vegetables 1. Cut all vegetables in half and cook in a pan cut-side down on medium heat until golden brown and al dente, approximately 3-4 minutes, depending upon the size of the vegetables. 2. Use olive oil, making sure it doesn’t get too hot as it burns, but allowing its favor to make the dish sing. For Plating and the Garnish 1. To plate, simply slice the lamb and stack in a way so that the bones are sticking up. 2. With the roasted vegetables, make a rectangular stack fush against the lamb. 3. Te obvious combination of favor with herbs is mint, and with these vegetables we also used basil. So pick as many leaves as you want and place around the vegetables.

For the Roasted Peppers 1. Burn exterior over open fame. 2. Place the peppers into a bowl and tightly wrap in plastic. Tis continues the cooking, as the vegetable will steam, making the skin very easy to remove. 3. Remove all skin and seeds and cut into diferent shapes.

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Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York; mbfashionweek.com Touching Heart Gala & Auction, 6pm, Oasis Conference Center; clermontseniors.com Footlighters’ 50th Anniversary Gala, 7pm, The Syndicate; footlighters.org Brides Against Breast Cancer Charity Wedding Gown Sale, Millennium Cincinnati Hotel; bridesagainstbreastcancer.org Boots & Boogie, 7pm, Big Red Barn in Milford, ctrh-online.org Bloom for Stepping Stones, 6:30pm, Indian Hill, steppingstonesohio.org Sophisticated Living Polo Series World Cup, 1pm, Oxmoor Farm in Louisville, slpolocup.eventbrite.com Golf Classic for St. Joseph Orphanage, 11:40am, The Vineyard; sjokids.org SPCA Golf Classic, Hidden Valley Golf Club; spcacincinnati.org London Fashion Week; londonfashionweek.co.uk St. Joseph Home 140th anniversary dinner, 5:30pm, 10722 Wyscarver Road; stjosephhome.org Dress for Success Luncheon, 11am, Hyatt Regency Ballroom; dfscincy.org Houston Fine Art Fair, George R. Brown Convention Center; houstonfneartfair.com Greater Cincinnati Foundation Luncheon, Westin Cincinnati; gcfdn.org Zoofari, 6pm, Cincinnati Zoo; cincinnatizoo.org/events Gran Fondo Cincinnati, 7:30am, Cincinnati Bike Center; grandondocinci.com Monaco Yacht Show; monacoyachtshow.com Forget-Me-Not Gala, 7pm, The Phoenix; regonline.com/forgetmenotgala CSO Opening Night Gala, 5:30pm, Music Hall Ballroom; cincinnatisymphony.org

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Wood Thrush Award Dinner honoring John Ruthven, Cincinnati Nature Center; CincyNature.org Zoo Brew, 6:30pm, Cincinnati Zoo; cincinnatizoo.org/events Pink Ribbon Luncheon, Duke Energy Convention Center; pinkribbonluncheon.org Keeneland Fall Meet; keeneland.com Patty Brisben Foundation 8th annual fundraising gala, 6:30pm, Green Acres; pattybrisbenfoundation.com Red Tie Gala; rmhcincinnati.org/events/red-tie-gala Hyde Park Art Show; hydeparksquare.org/hydeparkartshow.html‎ Cincinnati Art & Antiques Festival Opening Night Party, 6pm, Sharonville Convention Center; cincinnatiantiquesfestival.org DAAP RetroFittings fashion show; svdpcincinnati.org Cincinnati Art & Antiques Festival, Sharonville Convention Center; cincinnatiantiquesfestival.org Diamonds and Denim; 6pm, Montgomery Inn Boathouse; tendermerciesinc.org Cooperative for Education Fall Fiesta, 6pm, Paul Brown Stadium; coeduc.org Center for Respite Care Transformation Awards, 6pm, Schiff Conference and Banquet Center at Xavier University; centerforrespitecare.org An Evening of Hope…A Celebration of Life, Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza; cancersupportcincinnati.org Spirit of Construction Gala, Duke Energy Convention Center; spiritofconstruction.org Bone Bash, 6:30pm, Horseshoe Casino; bonebash.org eat.play.give Friends and Family Brunch for the de Cavel Family SIDS Foundation; Midwest Culinary Institute; eatplaygive.net The International Fine Art & Antique Dealers Show, Park Avenue Armory in New York City; Haughton.com/international-fairs Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival & Concours d’Elegance; hhiconcours.com

NIGHT ON THE RUNWAY

A popular annual event during the Western & Southern Open, Saks Fifth Avenue presented a pop-up shop, makeup demonstrations and a runway show with looks from Lafayette 148â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fall 2013 collection. Guest of honor was Cheryl Tiegs, Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s frst iconic supermodel and current Cambria spokesperson.

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Nikki Lawson, Ssangeeta Gupta, Jen Leibold, Denise Willenbrink

Cammy Dierking, Diane Favors, Amie Wersching

Gigi Bachey, Maryann Garther, Nannette Sherman

Bianca Lettieri, Shelly Nelson, Cheryl Tiegs, Summer Kath

Joanie Paulsen, Kacey Schmitt

Todd Headrick, Amie Wersching

Yeon Ham, Cheryl Tiegs, Kerry Ellensohn, Lisa Hensler, Anja Martin

Margaret & Richard Moritz

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THE BLUES EVENT

Te 7th annual Blueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Event beneftting Melanoma Know More was held at the Kenwood Country Club and featured live music performed by boogie piano blues artists from around the world.

Leanne Blair, David Powell, Matthew Blair, Jenny Powell

John & Sue Catlin, Ray Nulsen

Autumn Conner, Janet & Steve Hazlebeck, Laure Hunt

Larry & Kathy Kendall, Jenny & David Powell

Dana & Scott Maier

Lynn & Tom Isgnig

Gretchen Kindel, Susan Kindel, Michael Moeykens

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Linda & Doug Hawley

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OHIO VALLEY REGIONAL EMMY AWARDS

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Presented by the Ohio Valley Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, the 49th Annual Ohio Valley Regional Emmy Awards at the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza was a sold out event.

Bob Kendrick, Tammin Wilburn

Patrick McMurtry, Susan Swords

David Ombres, Leslie Rubin

Lisa & Chris Booker

Sarah Haeberle, Rachel Collier

Kris Baeye, Sarah Justice

Liz & Christian Adelberg

James & Michelle Brown

Tonya Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Rourke, Pete Langhorne

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WESTERN & SOUTHERN OPEN

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Victoria Azarenka (BLR) defeated Serena Williams (USA) and Rafael Nadal (ESP) bested John Isner (USA) to capture the Center Court Rookwood Cup in the women’s and men’s fnals of the Western & Southern Open. Te 186,501 fans that converged upon the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason to watch the world’s best tennis players compete over eight days set a new attendance record for the 114-year-old event, which started as Te Cincinnati Open in 1899.

Philip Myers, Tim & Lisa Massa, Jennifer & Jon Niemeyer, Connie & Ken Maccarone

Vince Cicero, Serena Williams, Victoria Azarenka, John Barrett

Mark & Sue McGrath, Martha & Ed Capannari

Angelo & Dee Peduto, Dufy & John Melissa

Kevin & Cathy Meyer

Polly, Howie & Brooke Anthony

Rafael Nadal

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JERRY WUEST-PETE HERSHBERGER DINNER GALA & GOLF CLASSIC

A beneft for the University of Cincinnati Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, this 22nd annual event kicked of with a dinner gala at Receptions Banquet Center on the eve of the golf classic, which was held at Legendary Run Golf Course.

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Mike & Nancy Grimm, Bill Witte, Fran Leverone, Joanne Witte

Cory & Marianne O’Donnell

Kim Fishback, Lori Bohrer, Mimi Berning, Donna Vitt

TD & Linda Hughes

Harry & Linda Panaro

Russ Ratterman, Pete Hershberger, Jerry Wuest

Shari Brooks, Barb Brander, Mimi McMullen

Courtney & Ron Brooks

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YOUNG CHEFS’ SCHOLARSHIP DINNER

David and Martha Millett hosted a fundraising dinner at their pied–à–terre for the Chaine des Rotisseurs Irwin and Barbara Weinberg Culinary Scholarship Fund at Te Cincinnati State Foundation, which benefts deserving students studying culinary arts at the Midwest Culinary Institute.

George Elliott, Aaron Vetsky, David Millett

Nancy Weaver, David Millett, Charlie Weaver, Marlena & Bob Novachich

Sue Flischel, Pat Gaito, Suzy Kaluti, Steve Fischer, Lee Flischel

Karen & Mark Sullivan, Kelly Fulmer, Rob Clarke

Barbara Weyand, Deb Fischer, Marilyn Harris

Alan Flaherty, Patti Myers, Bill Weyand

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Patty Brisben, Mark Millett

Timeless elegance