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From the Editor-In-Chief What parent hasn’t lamented the passage of time? By the end of summer break, frazzled nerves have some eagerly counting down the days until school resumes, and in the blink of an eye those same parents are longing to turn back the hands of time for a little while longer as their children set of for college. I know it seems as though I tucked my rosy-cheeked kindergartner into bed only to wake up the next morning to fnd a high school freshman in the same spot! Te idea for this editor’s letter came about rather serendipitously a few days before we were scheduled to go to press. Feeling the effects of a particularly weighty deadline and my own inclination for procrastination, I allowed my daughter to have a last-minute back-to-school party in spite of my outstanding workload and the fact that she had two days to read a novel and write three book reports before the start of her freshman year (dilly-dallying is apparently an inheritable trait). Seeing her surprise in what she viewed as a fortuitous turn of events, I told her that my proclivity for spontaneity was something I picked up in high school, and although it sometimes gets me in trouble (kayaking alone in alligator-infested waters is one example that springs to mind), it keeps life interesting and my glass half-full. Now that I have I high schooler and I’m not too old to have forgotten my own high school years – as hard as I may have tried at some point to block them out – I thought this would be as good a time as any to share with her a few words of advice as she turns the page on her next chapter in life: You will have bad hair days, bad skin days and just bad days in general. At some point there will be photo documentation of said days, and when you are my age, they will be priceless as endless fodder for embarrassing social media posts and for reminding you just how far you’ve come. Your heart will get broken. If you’re lucky it will just be a hairline fracture, but more likely than not it will be the kind of break that results in having to piece together a thousand tiny pieces. You will hurt, cry a river of tears and feel like it’s the end of the world, but just know that the sun will still rise and you have a lifetime ahead of you to explore a world full of interesting people. Get by with a little help from your friends (and family). Laughter is the best medicine and can do wonders for the aforementioned broken heart or bad hair day. Continue to choose your friends wisely, and your life will be enriched as a result of your prudence. Work hard. Luck is a last dime wish. Never put forth anything less than your best efort. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes. Hard work doesn’t negate failure and some of your most important life lessons will come about in those instances when you come up short. Rely on your intuition and moral compass when making decisions. Calculated risks are OK, idiotic ones are not, and you are smart enough to know the diference. If you should fnd yourself at a fork in the road without a map in hand, don’t be bashful in seeking out someone you trust for advice. Realize that you still have a lot to learn. Excessive hubris is a teenage hallmark. Stay curious and be open to new ideas but also be prepared to articulately defend your convictions when you are confdent in them. Don’t stop believing! Tere’s no one in the world quite like you. Stay focused on the positives and celebrate what makes you unique. Be guided by the Golden Rule. High school can be a cruel place; don’t add fuel to that fre. Have fun! Getting through the next four years can sometimes feel like you are climbing Mt. Everest; make sure you take plenty of time to stop and enjoy the view on the way up.
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Being one to frequently tug at my husband to embark on the next trip, I was surprised to learn recently that one of my favorite things about traveling is actually the return home. No matter how great the trip, there’s nothing like the welcoming it shares after spending time away. Making those frst few steps back into the house, you feel as if the walls embrace you with a warm hug that welcomes you back as you take in the familiar scents and appreciate it like never before. Most recently we took a vacation with our extended family. We all stayed under one big, beautiful roof at a house in Rosemary Beach, Florida. Our biggest decision each day was whether to go to the beach frst and then to the pool, or to the pool frst and then to the beach. Afternoons were capped of by a rinse in the shower followed by a cocktail and festive family dinner. We got along famously and had a memorable vacation. Maybe it was the excessive trafc on the way home or perhaps it was just our homebody ways, but the kids and Greg and I all literally cheered as we pulled into the house after the lengthy drive home. Ironic because only hours before we were having to drag ourselves out the door from our happy beach house vacation experience and reluctantly say goodbye to our sunkissed, refreshed relatives. Yet the moment we found ourselves at home it was as if we had just arrived at the highly anticipated vacation destination itself. What a pleasant surprise the entirely familiar can sometimes be. If you’re looking for a quick and easy getaway, check out Bour Bon in Paris, KY, featured in this issue. A 15-minute drive from Lexington, you’ll get to experience a unique dining experience with delicious local foods, a creative atmosphere, and beautiful countryside. And it might be just far enough away that you’re as excited as I was to get back home!
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What is a Sommelier?
Written by Scott Harper, Master Sommelier
What is a sommelier? It could be as simple as a service person in an upscale restaurant that serves wine or, in other words, a wine steward. What you should hope for or expect from a sommelier is one who helps the patron in the selection and service of wine, one who can put the patron at ease and not make them feel intimidated or pressured to order a particular wine or price. Using a sommelier’s service should be a delight, making the dining experience easier and more relaxed. With a few concise questions they should be able to help you fnd an appropriate bottle in your price range and in a style that fts your meal. Te sommelier should be competent enough to recommend a Monday night $30.00 bottle as well as a $100.00+ bottle of special occasion wine. On the business side, the sommelier is likely the one who chooses the wine for the wine list, providing selections that not only pair well with the restaurant’s food but also with the guests’ taste, striking a balance between known wines and interesting selections. Te sommelier keeps the wine list as accurate as possible, purchases the wine, trains the staf on wine and ultimately manages the wine program much the same way a chef manages the kitchen. Using a sommelier can be simple. Feel free to tell them what you are interested in. If you tell them you are looking for a bottle of red wine around $50.00 that is medium-bodied, dry, and full of ripe fruit and spice, the best sommeliers will enthusiastically give you some choices, maybe even turning you on to the best wines they have in the category you requested. Additionally, asking the sommelier to pair your wine with your meal or your meal with the wine can be received with an eagerness to please. A sommelier can be accredited, but many quality sommeliers are not. Te worldwide examining body of sommeliers is the Court of Master Sommeliers. Te Court of Master Sommeliers’ testing is focused on the areas needed for superior beverage department management and guest service, which include Tasting, Teory, and Practical Dining Room Application and also encompasses spirits and beers, as well as global wine knowledge. To become a Master Sommelier, a candidate must pass four levels of examinations: the Introductory Sommelier Exam, the Certified Sommelier Exam, the Advanced Sommelier Exam and fnally, the Master Sommelier Diploma Exam. Te Master Sommelier Diploma Exam has one of the lowest pass rates of any exam in the world: to date there are just 140 professionals who have earned the title Master Sommelier in North America. Of those, 119 are men and 21 are women. Tere are 219 professionals worldwide who have received the title of Master Sommelier since the frst Master Sommelier Diploma Exam, which was given in 1969. At the fourth and final level of the Master Sommelier Diploma Exam, the most revered is the blind tasting. The sommelier must, in 25 minutes, describe six different wines by verbally identifying the grape varieties, country of origin, district and appellation of origin, and vintage, while speaking to the taste and favor of each of the wines. Te other two exams that must be
passed at the master’s level are Teory and Practical. Te Teory is completely verbal. Te candidate is asked questions regarding wine, spirits and beer minutia by a panel of Master Sommeliers. Once a question has been answered, the candidate may not go back. Te Practical involves various types of wine, spirit and beer service in a restaurant serving Master Sommeliers. The candidate may be decanting wine with grace and humility while being barraged with questions that are almost infnite but may include wine and food pairing, quality vintages, wine styles and pricing. A Master Sommelier has a proven mastery of wine and other beverages, although when one passes any of the four levels it is deemed an accomplishment, and sommeliers who are studying for the exams should be an excellent source for your fne beverage needs. Attaining the title of Master Sommelier takes both passion and dedication for the years of involved preparation, which include tasting thousands of wines, long hours of studying, traveling to wine regions and the thousands of dollars in expenses related to each.
Recommended wines from Sophisticated Living’s Master Sommelier: Prices are approximate and retail. Monday night $30.00 bottle Joseph Drouhin Vaudon Chablis 2011 (Burgundy, France) The Drouhin family have been winemakers in Burgundy for over 125 years, and Chablis is their specialty. The wine is pale gold with green highlights. Dry, very crisp with the delicious bright favors of green apples, lemon zest and grapefruit. Linear, intense with enjoyable wet stone minerals that add a level to the complexity. 100 percent Chardonnay that is elegant, vivacious, fresh and medium-bodied; drink as a favorful aperitif or as natural accompaniment with seafood. Special occasion wine $100.00 bottle Honig Cabernet Sauvignon “Bartolucci Vineyard” 2008 (Napa Valley, California) Located at the foot of Spring Mountain in the Napa Valley, this old, head-pruned vineyard has been farmed by the Bartolucci family for three generations. With its gravelly soil and warmer microclimate, the vineyard is ideally suited to growing Cabernet Sauvignon. From this amazing fruit, winemaker Kristin Belair creates a 100 percent Cabernet Sauvignon that is a rich and luscious wine with aromas and favors of cassis, plum, black olive and baking spice. The palate is full-bodied, round and lush, with plum and berry fruit. Finishes of with rich, velvety tannins and a long fnish. sl
A Certifed Wine Educator, Harper is one of 140 professionals in North America and 219 worldwide who have earned the title Master Sommelier.
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Curating a Lifestyle: Timeless Style of Antique Clocks From our Smartphone to the microwave, the fleeting nature of time is evident each and every day. Who among us hasn't turned the page in an overactive date book, only to lament the passage of yet another month? Truly, the frenetic pace of life in the 21st century makes it difficult to imagine life without a constant reminder of time - but just 200 years ago, most people counted time by shadows on the ground or the lone timepiece in their town hall. For an elite few, knowing the time meant a quick glance at a pocket watch or to a grand investment: a tall case clock. Although the idea of a swinging bob to regulate the motion of a time-keeping mechanism was frst contemplated by Galileo in the 16th century, it wasn't for another 100 years that innovations by persistent clock makers resulted in a practical model. Long pendulums that required a short range of motion made it possible to hide and protect the mostly unattractive functional parts of a clock, and provided savvy merchants an opportunity to market a new and extravagant home furnishing to their best clients. At frst only available to royalty and Ăźberaristocracy, tall, cased clocks soon became a symbol of luxury and sophistication coveted by anyone rising through societal ranks. Te height of handmade tall cased clock construction lasted from about 1720-1830, when the advent of assembly lines led to mass production and the inevitable reduction in quality and cost. Prior to industrialization, one tall clock incorporated the eforts and talents of a multitude of craftsmen: the trained clockmaker who understood the intricate engineering of a mechanism; a cabinetmaker who was compelled to remain on the cutting edge of high style and design; and, often, an artist who embellished the clock face with timely and beautiful decoration. For this reason, collectors of long (or tall) cased clocks are attracted to a myriad of characteristics. For the more scientifically minded, focusing on the most accurate works by careful and precise makers means sticking with clocks of the English variety, or a very select few American makers from New England. With brass a precious and inaccessible commodity for most of our country following the Revolutionary War, regional clock shops popped up across a developing countryside, with delicate wooden works the choice of most. Although functional, wood works were far inferior to brass and proved to be less accurate and more susceptible to damage when moved. Tose collectors with a more discerning approach to design and aesthetic will find English clocks generally less favorable than their American counterparts. With virgin forests providing a wider variety of mature wood specimens, cabinetmakers in the United States were able to construct solid and beautifully fgured
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Te decoration on the face of this important tall cased clock by John Bailey of Massachusetts is attributed to the shop of Boston artists, Nolen and Curtis. Exquisitely painted with two ships bearing American fags in a harbor, the clock sold for $23,500 at Garth’s in 2009.
cases, incorporating nouveau style with their own vernacular twist. Additionally, the excitement percolating in the States (born of newfound freedom and unfettered determination to succeed) provided a fertile atmosphere for an exuberance of creative spirit that is clearly evident in the earliest days of American furniture making. Patriotism arguably played a signifcant role, with eagles, flags and other quintessentially American symbols commonly found on articles of the period. Collectors of antique tall cased clocks should expect to pay between $1,500 and $6,500 for Continental examples, with quality American clocks fetching a bit more at $3,000 - $15,000. Clocks from the revered shop of Simon Willard of Massachusetts have brought as much as $250,000. As with any collectible, it is best to identify and work with an expert in the style of clock to which you are most drawn. With a history of fairly consistent appreciation, an antique tall case clock will not only add timeless sophistication to your decor, but your balance sheet as well. sl
Amelia and Jef Jefers are the co-owners of Garth's Auctioneers & Appraisers, an international frm located outside Columbus, Ohio.
Produced by the venerable combination of Luman Watson, Cincinnati clockmaker and Amassa Read, a cabinetmaker from Xenia, Ohio, this tiger maple clock is classic Sheraton style. Sold, Garth’s, $11,750 in 2013.
From the workshop of Tomas Crow in the Delaware River Valley in the late 18th century, this clock epitomizes the maker’s vernacular interpretation of Chippendale style. Sold, Garth’s, $17,625 in 2012.
Tis George III period clock is from the shop of Richard Birch of Birmingham, England. Displaying the restrained, traditional style sought by tastemakers of the region, it sold for $4,700 at Garth’s in 2012.
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Bibliotaph From fairy-tale princesses to modern day supermodels, art historian Debra N. Mancof calls on photographs and drawings from the past two centuries of fashion to provide a comprehensive study of the ongoing infatuation between designer and their muses. Debra N. Mancof - Fashion Muse: Te Inspiration Behind Iconic Design - Hardcover, 192 pages, Prestel (randomhouse.com).
Te newest installment in Assouline's Anthology Collection, this book counts Manolo Blahnik, Bruno Frisoni, Christian Louboutin, and Sarah Jessica Parker among its contributors, resulting in one of the most defnitive and visually striking tomes published on footwear in recent memory. Nancy MacDonell - Te Shoe Book - Hardcover, 360 pages, Assouline (assouline.com).
A compendium of images captured by renowned photographer Horst A. Friedrichs as he roamed the streets of London in search of innovative, classic and exciting examples of denim fashion, this book examines all aspects of contemporary denim culture. Horst A. Friedrichs - Denim Style - Hardcover, 176 pages, Prestel (randomhouse.com). Illustrated with more than 160 shoe designs from 16th century Venetian platforms to 21st century Christian Louboutins - this book examines the cultural history of the high heel and its relation to power, fantasy, sexuality and identity. Lisa Small (editor) - Killer Heels: Te Art of the High-Heeled Shoe - Hardcover, 224 pages, Prestel (randomhouse.com). Journalist and fashion-world insider Jan Kedves shares the details of candid conversations full of pointed questions with the likes of Pierre Cardin, Malcolm McLaren, Rick Owens, Viviane Sassen, Helmut Lang, Veruschka and others. Jan Kedves - Talking Fashion: From Raf Simons to Nick Knight in their own words - Hardcover, 208 pages, Prestel (randomhouse.com).
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A treasure trove of couture fashion imagery spanning six decades, this book was published to accompany the Dior and Fashion Photography exhibition presented at the MusĂŠe Christian Dior in Granville, France. Photographers of note include Horst P. Horst, Richard Avedon, Irving Penn, Cecil Beaton, Helmut Newton, Guy Bourdin and Sarah Moon, among others. Florence Muller (editor) - Dior: Te Legendary Images: Great Photographers and Dior - Hardcover, 152 pages, Rizzoli (rizzoliusa.com).
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Best of All Worlds… Anywhere in the World Written by Craig M. Kaminer For the past 17 years, my family and I have spent the Christmas holidays in Cabo San Lucas. During those years we’ve stayed at large resorts like the Westin, Fiesta Americana and Sunset Beach, and at smaller, more exclusive resorts like Las Ventanas, Esperanza and Te One & Only Palmilla when it was just the adults. We’ve also rented houses in and around Pedregal, stayed at our friend’s home in El Dorado, and owned various time shares. As empty nesters, we may have recently discovered the best of all worlds. Exclusive Resorts is a collection of 300+ multimillion-dollar privately managed residences around the world paired with fivestar resort amenities and personalized service. Tis past winter, our adult family of fve—including our two sons and one girlfriend— vacationed there at a private home in the gated community of Punta Ballena, complete with four master suites, an infnity pool and spa, golf cart, home theatre and fre pit, plus in- and outdoor kitchens. We couldn’t have dreamed of a more luxurious experience. Exclusive Resorts’ $1 billion dollar portfolio of two to five-bedroom villas extends across 75 destinations in the most desirable communities around the world. Seeking to expand upon 40 slmag.net
its flagship lifetime membership model, which requires a onetime initiation fee for access to 30-years of travel, the Club’s new travel card – Gateway –is making it possible for a new generation of vacationers to travel with Exclusive Resorts without a longterm commitment or membership fees. Gateway rates start at just $1550/residence/night, thereby allowing guests to travel with Exclusive Resorts for three days, three weeks or 30-years. All this luxury would have been lost on us when our kids were younger, but now that they’re adults with busy lives of their own, it’s the perfect vacation to come together again as family. Te other upside is that we’ve come to discover that luxury vacations are the perfect bait to get adult children to spend their precious time-of with their families. Prior to our trip this past December, we were contacted by our Exclusive Resorts personal concierge (each residence also includes a private chef, housekeeper and pool boy) who sent us background materials on the property and suggestions for things to do while in Cabo. Our concierge compiled a detailed—yet fexible—itinerary for each person in our group. For my wife’s
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birthday he organized a party in the heart of town; in-home dining awaited us on another evening; and he arranged to have a stocked refrigerator with our favorite and preferred brands while we were home. Each morning, breakfast was prepared at our requested time, and our concierge took care of the hassle of scheduling and confrming our activities. On the day of our arrival, we set-up base camp at the Beach Club and enjoyed lobster, shrimp and sea bass tacos for lunch. Maria, the property manager, called my cell phone to say she would meet us at the house to help get us settled. What awaited us exceeded our expectations. Te home was perfectly appointed with beautiful furniture and sophisticated art and accessories. Nothing looked tired or outdated, from the electronics to the bathroom fxtures and bed linens. A tour of the spa and ftness facilities revealed world-class amenities, and massages could be booked poolside at our villa or at the spa. Everything was as we would’ve had it at home…maybe even better. We awoke each morning to fresh coffee and breakfast prepared to our dietary requests, yet with local fair. And on the day we planned an early morning fishing expedition, the staff made sure a selection of grab-and-go food options were available so we didn’t have to fend for ourselves before sunrise. Despite knowing Cabo as well as I do, and wanting to do all the things our family likes most, including sailing and snorkeling,
strolling the art gallery district in San Jose, and visiting our favorite sushi chefs, we all wanted to get back to the house each day to swim, relax in the hot tub, and hang out with our family. We wanted to drink our tequila just the way we like it, smoke our cigars in the hot tub without ofending others, and make our own food instead of going out. Tese days, our children live and work in diferent parts of the country, and the opportunities to come together as a family are limited. Finding time for us to be together takes work. And when we’re together, we want everyone to have what they need. It’s clear that we love the services of a resort with the privacy of a home, and that’s the beauty of Exclusive Resorts. And when that last day of vacation comes before we’re ready to return to the real world, it’s a gift to leave our temporary vacation home without a care in the world. No clean up. No locking up. And no cost when we’re not there. I’ve loved every minute of every vacation I’ve ever taken, and I wouldn’t trade the memory of those for anything. But at this stage in life I’m glad we found Exclusive Resorts. It’s the perfect place for my wife and I, for our kids and their friends, and one day for their families…especially when they want to be with family. For more information, visit Exclusiveresorts.com, or call 866.863.2688. sl slmag.net
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Equestrian Sporting Art in the Current Art Market Sporting art has long been a staple in the collections of those with an eye for luxury and tradition. Paintings of confrmation hunters and bay colts have always hung on the walls of Europe’s castles and America’s estates. Where sporting art once depicted the collectors’ greatest assets - their champions - today the piece of art is in itself a great asset. Like the sport it depicts, equestrian sporting art has good days and bad days, winners and losers. Today, as a result of the volatility in recent years, the market is offering better deals from top artists. Te sporting art market, like the entire art world, took a signifcant fnancial hit in late 2008. Not even the best sporting artists or scenes of the best horse could avoid the efects of a fne art market down an estimated 20 percent from the previous year. Across the sporting art world of equestrian bronzes, wooden painted duck decoys and painted scenes of hounds on the scent, it is the British, French and American equestrian art pieces that saw the best examples come to the market and command prices that, although down, are not out. British equestrian sporting artists such as Henry Alken (British, 1785-1851), Tomas Blinks (British, 1860-1912) and John Frederick Herring, Sr. (British, 1795-1865) are among the best in British sporting art paintings. Teir pieces command the highest values because they are the strongest examples based on medium, size and subject, as well as accuracy of movement, texture, likeness and lighting in the piece. These works, produced from the mid-19th to the early 20th centuries, draw attention to the confrmation of the horse and the equitation of the rider, and exaggerate the best features of both. Long legs, muscular movements and sharp lines translate the artist’s best representation of the sport and the beauty of the animal. British sporting art has always heavily focused on horses ranging from racers to hunters, while American artists lean toward hunting dogs, fish and game. Artists such as Frank Weston Benson (American, 1862-1951) and Aiden Lassell Ripley (American, 1896-1969) are among the best early 20th century American sporting artists. Their highly collectible pieces, from their etchings to their canvas works, can be found in sporting art auctions and galleries across the country. More contemporary artists such as LeRoy Neiman (American, 1921-
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2012) have developed the relationship between horse and rider, usually depicting large, bright scenes of races with a great deal of movement and fash. For the savvy buyer who is looking for the more traditional, British-influenced equestrian sporting art with hunt riders, jockeys and confrmation hunters, American artists like Herbert Haseltine (American, 1877-1962) and Franklin Brook Voss (American, 1880-1953) can be found afordably at both gallery and auction. Bronzes and canvases depicting Western or war horses created in the late 19th and early 20th centuries by artists such as Frederic Remington (American, 1861-1909) drive collectible American equestrian art. Their canvases are big and their bronzes feature sharp lines and harsh gestures. In contrast, French bronzes focus on clean lines, confirmation and artistic appeal, and are highly collectible in the international market. Edgar Degas (French, 18341917), known primarily for his paintings of dancers, transfers that depiction of grace, movement and beauty into his rare equestrian bronzes. Isidore Jules Bonheur (French, 18271901), on the other hand, was more prolific, and his fine representations of various animals still command high prices. Equestrian sporting art remains a buyer’s market. Many works that went unsold in 2009 and 2010 are back on the market and fetching the prices sought then, but still lower than seen at the height of the market in 2007 and early 2008. Whether you’re an investor looking for the best examples by the best artists commanding the highest prices, or someone simply looking to buy what you love on a budget – at auction or in the private market - now is the time to saddle up and enter the high-stakes race of the sporting art world. sl
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Henry Alken (British 1785-1851). Dead Heat for the Doncaster St. Leger 1850 Between Voltiguer and Russborough. Freeman's Auction, June 2012, Sold for $18, 750.
John Frederick Herring Senior (British, 1795-1865) Lord George Bentinck's Crucifx with John Day Up. Christie's London, South Kensington, Sold for $48,359.
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Coppa d'Oro delle Dolomiti 2014 Written by Bridget Williams Fresh of of their win in the most recent Mille Miglia, the team of Giordano Mozzi / Stefania Biacca in a Triumph TR2 SIGLACOM, staged an epic battle to win the 53rd Coppa d'Oro delle Dolomiti against vintage car veterans Giuliano Cané/Lucia Galliani in a 1938 Lancia Aprilia, winners of no less than 10 Mille Miglia and seven Coppa d'Oro delle Dolomiti. Te 509.71 km course, which included 14 Dolomite passes and 10% gradients, began and ended in Cortina d’Ampezzo, a northern Italian town situated at the top of the Valle del Boite in the Dolomites. American philanthropist Robert Kauffman participated in the event, driving a 1948 Alfa Romeo 6c 2500 (chassis no. 920002), a vehicle he purchased for the record sum of $5 million and one that is a chapter of history in itself. It took part in the 1948 and 1949 Coppa d’Oro delle Dolomiti, four Mille Miglia, a Targa Florio and numerous other races. “Driving on these winding mountain roads has given me some unique emotions,” said Kaufman. 48 slmag.net
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From June 15-17, 68 designers participated in shows and presentations and the Designer Showrooms exhibited SS15 collections by 71 designers as part of the biannual London Collections: Men. Te London menswear market segment realized £12.9 billion in sales in 2013 and is projected to reach £16.4 billion by 2018. Ed Vaizey, Minister for Culture, Communications and the Creative Industries said: “Tese fgures not only represent the exponential growth of the menswear industry but also show the continuing growth of the creative industry. Te sector consistently punches well above its weight, and is a true powerhouse within the UK economy that outperforms all the other main industry sectors.” Boris Johnson, Mayor of London added: “The fact that menswear is expected to grow by a third in the next fve years is testament to our unrivalled heritage and the visionary designers dominating our catwalks. Plus the capital’s men are the sharpest dressed around, so it’s time to puf out our plumage!” Te following pages highlight notable collections from a few of our favorite menswear designers across the pond.
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E. Tautz. Photo by Daniel Sims, British Fashion Council.
Joseph. Photo by Shaun James Cox, British Fashion Council.
A. Sauvage. Photo by Daniel Sims, British Fashion Council.
The London Collections: Men
Burberry Prorsum
burberry.com Christopher Bailey, Burberry’s Chief Creative and Chief Executive Ofcer, drew inspiration from incessant traveler, writer and adventurer Bruce Chatwin for his spring 2015 menswear collection. Focused on deep, saturated colors, the collection featured jackets with oversized utilitarian pockets apropos for stashing a traveler’s journal; colorful t-shirts sporting graphic covers from vintage tomes; and, leather dufe bags, satchels and sketchbooks boldly emblazed with words such as "Adventure!" and "Exploration!" to beckon the stylish globetrotter. slmag.net
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alicemadethis.com Crafting luxury men’s accessories celebrating materials and processes, including precision turned metal, precious metal electroplating, rope work and investment casting, Alice Walsh of Alice Made This works in tandem with factories able to produce products that are contemporary, honest and refned in form and material.
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Duchamp duchamplondon.com Gianni Colarossi focused his debut collection as Duchamp’s Creative Director on three distinct stories: Elegant English Gentry, Contemporary Riviera and Summer Eveningwear. Elegant English Gentry imagines a contemporary business look with a nod to eccentric summer styling. Considering high summer relaxed dressing, the Contemporary Riviera capsule presents unstructured seersucker notch lapel blazers and double breasted jackets in slick twill and panama cottons. Encapsulating the Duchamp expertise in fabric innovation, Summer Eveningwear includes exclusively printed silk shirts and jackets in paisleys and diamond spots. slmag.net
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lee-roach.com Lee Roach spring/summer 2015 explores urban existence through clothing beyond the idea of performance and into protection from an urban environment. Te collection utilizes traditional menswear summer fabrics: lightweight khaki linen, navy double-faced linen (linen + virgin wool) and Japanese olive cotton re-interpreted as a modern urban uniform. Construction methods further reduce the interior components, resulting in a garment as clean internally as externally.
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Sibling Rivalry Ambiance and abundant activities abound in the Colorado ski towns of Vail and Aspen/Snowmass Written by Bridget Williams
After a somewhat scant start to the snowy season, the abundance of large, fufy fakes that fell in sync with the morning after my arrival in Vail were greeted by the locals with the enthusiasm of manna from heaven. Te epic proportions of this white windfall were evidenced by the fact that school was cancelled for the frst time in more than a decade. As a skiing newbie, I hoped that the three feet of fresh powder would cushion the multiple wipeouts I had been anticipating in the weeks leading up to the trip, which was to be split between two destinations – Vail and Snowmass – so that our group could experience the very distinct atmosphere and skiing opportunities at each. 58 slmag.net
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Vail Cascade, a Four Diamond ski-in/ski-out Destination Hotels & Resorts property situated on the banks of Gore Creek, served as home base for the duration of my visit. As much as I was tempted to savor the comfortable environs of my slopeview room after checking in, I frmly subscribe to the ethos of the locals, who say they feel guilty doing nothing while living in a place with so much to do, so I quickly donned multiple layers for a late afternoon Straddle Creek snowshoe tour with Paragon Guides (paragonguides.com). After spending a few hours trying to keep pace with Paul, a career investment banker turned outdoor enthusiast, I was left to wonder which mountain valley was concealing the fountain of youth. Having worked up a ravenous appetite, our group headed to Manor Vail Lodge, another Destination Hotels & Resorts property, for dinner at its Lord Gore restaurant. Boasting 19 60 slmag.net
individually decorated luxury penthouses, the platinum-rated lodge is just 50 yards from the children’s ski school, making it an ideal destination for families. Accentuated by tall foor-to-ceiling windows providing unobstructed vistas of Vail Mountain, we were treated to a casually elegant meal prepared by Chef de Cuisine Eric Berggren, who loves to celebrate Colorado cuisine and has a particular soft spot for crafting desserts that render even the most ardent willpower futile (case in point was the Kahlua Soaked Chocolate Cake with Salted Caramel and Black Cherry Ice Cream). Rounding out the Destination Hotels & Resorts portfolio in Vail is Te Landmark, a rustic contemporary lodge located directly in the village, a mere 100 yards from the ski lift and just a half mile from the Vail Cascade via a paved path that
Lower pool at Te Gant in Aspen.
Modern mountain style in a condominium at Te Gant in Aspen.
Aria Spa sanctuary in the Vail Cascade.
runs alongside the creek. Each of the privately owned condos available for rental are exquisitely appointed. Special amenities of the property include a new luxury ski lock room, enhanced pool area and a trio of hot tubs. Well rested and ready for my skiing debut, we headed to Charter Sports (chartersports.com) on the ground floor of Vail Cascade to collect our gear for the day. With the aforementioned snowfall creating near whiteout conditions, waves of adrenaline ensured that the cold would not be a factor. After a slow start and with expert coaching from a Vail Ski & Snowboard School instructor, I was well on my way to wishing I had picked up the sport years ago. Back at the Vail Cascade, I launched a preemptive strike against muscle soreness with a visit to the onsite Aria Athletic Club & Spa, a sprawling facility popular with professional
skiers and snowboarders looking to stay in tip top shape. My quick workout was followed by a 50-minute “Outdoor Enthusiast Massage” administered with an herbal lemon grass and eucalyptus poultice to aid in lactic acid release. Afternoon indulgence carried over into evening with dinner at Vail Cascade’s Atwater on Gore Creek restaurant. Chef Todd Bemis is a talented chef with even better business acumen, who fully understands the parameters of operating a successful hotel restaurant (pushing boundaries but not necessarily blazing new trails); does not like dishes to be overly complex; and purchases the fnest ingredients without hesitation. Possessing a particular affinity for craft beers, he regularly offers multi-course dinners with beer pairings and recommends Chainbreaker White IPA for newbies as a gateway to experimenting with craft beers.
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While the diversity of skiable acreage in Vail Valley easily trumps what is available in Aspen/Snowmass, visitors to the latter are often drawn to the ambiance as much as the action. With a settled history stretching back to miners who descended on the area in the 1870s in search of silver, Aspen persisted largely as a sparsely settled town until the late 1940s, when skiing and the city’s modern day founders – Walter and Elizabeth Paepcke – brought about a civic and cultural renaissance that continues today. Firmly established as a four season playground for outdoor enthusiasts, the region ofers a full complement of music, food, art and literary festivals and events that adds to the roster of eclectic visitors on an annual basis. Of the 385 units under the Destination Resorts umbrella in Aspen and Snowmass, 100 are hotel rooms, with the remainder being condominium rentals that run the gamut in terms of square footage and style of appointment. What is notable is that each property boasts a definitive and unique sense of place, ofering infnite possibilities to customize a visit to your personal preferences.
As we planned to split our time between on- and of-mountain activities in both Aspen and Snowmass, lodging at The Villas at Snowmass Club proved to be ideal. Located just outside Snowmass Village, villa guests have access to the amenities of the exclusive Snowmass Club, including a 19,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art athletic club, 13 tennis courts, a spa, two restaurants and the awardwinning Irish Links golf course. Te privately owned one-, two-, and three-bedroom units are well-appointed with all the comforts of home combined with the services one would expect of a luxury hotel. With near white out conditions continuing, I was thankful for an experienced driver to transport us to the T-Lazy-7 Ranch (tlazy7.com) for a snowmobile lunch tour. We headed deep into the White River National Forest, stopping midway through the guided excursion at the Klondike cabin, where we enjoyed a hearty lunch of local grass-fed burgers grilled outside in waistdeep snow. As conditions prevented us from reaching our planned destination – Maroon Bells – our disappointment was quickly assuaged as we were led to a vast open field where adrenaline junkies indulged in racing around a groomed oval track. slmag.net
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Te next day, following a skills assessment and a few trial runs on the mountaintop campus of the Ski & Snowboard School in Snowmass and in spite of my protests to the contrary, ski instructor Andrea Bishop, a sprightly 50-something with a vast storehouse of positive energy, convinced me to feel emboldened enough to venture outside the sedate confnes of the ski school runs and onto one of the busy mountain runs. In the interest of full disclosure, I must admit that my self-confdence was slightly dinged when, during my frst attempt, a line of six-year-old girls wearing tutus over their ski suits and tiaras on their helmets efortlessly schussed past me without even the slightest hint of anxiety on their cherubic faces. Run after run followed, and each time Andrea nudged me further and further out of my comfort zone. We celebrated our successful outing and the culmination of our trip later that evening with dinner at Te Artisan restaurant, located in the Stonebridge Inn. Executive Chef Randall Baldwin puts a global spin on local favorites, with seasonally inspired menus that seek to incorporate the best local ingredients. As we lingered over craft beer and cocktails, wishing we could extend our trip another day or two, the conversation came to a sudden halt as the sweetest of endings was delivered to our table: a decadent cookie dough crème brûlée that sent everyone racing to grab their spoon. sl VAIL STAY // Destination Hotels & Resorts (destinationhotels.com/ hotels-resorts/colorado/vail/) DINE // La Tour - The French64 slmag.net
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Neutral Nuances Interior designer Tomas Birkman makes subtlety stirring via the careful application of theme and variation Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Andrew Kung
Left: Design cues for a water feature near the front door were taken from the gas fre pit with obsidian glass located on the rear terrace. Right: A water feature that serves as the focal point of the rear terrace was inspired by a hotel in Avignon, France.
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within closer proximity to the home are manicured boxwoods and fowerbeds, water features and areas for al fresco entertaining. Enjoying the outcome-oriented aspect of gardening, the homeowner played an active role conceptualizing spaces, both inside and out, that were often infuenced by his global travels. Case in point is a water feature that serves as the focal point of the rear terrace. Inspired by an example spied at a hotel in Avignon, France, water gently spills over the lip of an elevated copper vessel and into a shallow L-shaped basin further enhanced by small bubbler water jets. Also located on the rear terrace, the idea for a gas fre pit with obsidian glass was prompted by a visit to a hotel in San Diego; the installation also influenced the design of a fountain just outside the front door.
Enjoying the outcome-oriented aspect of gardening, the homeowner played an active role conceptualizing spaces, both inside and out.
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Birkman chose hair-on-hide upholstery with an interesting brass tack pattern for the freplace fender.
Referencing the leafy canopy that envelopes the residence, as well as the homeowner’s passion for gardening, Birkman chose a tone-on-tone wall covering with a pin oak motif from Osborne & Little for the foyer. An antique chest given prominence in the space was purchased at auction from the estate of Louie B. Nunn. An ardent art collector, the homeowner has acquired an eclectic assortment from sources both near and far. One of the more recently acquired paintings – a large oil and acrylic by Kentucky-based artist Patrick Adams from the Ann Tower Gallery – hangs above the Henredon sofa in the living room. “You would think the room was done around this painting, but it was actually the last addition,” said Birkman. Sharing 68 slmag.net
space on the long wall broken up by a pair of windows is an acrylic-on-panel painting by Tony Saladino and a pair of egg tempura-on-panel paintings by Valerie Shesko. There was a great deal of trial and error in devising the ideal seating configuration in the living room. A grand piano, whose presence is often a scourge for most interior designers, fits perfectly within an existing alcove surrounded by built-in bookcases; the architectural happenstance sidesteps the typical elephant in the room appearance of incorporating the instrument into living spaces. Te room’s art, and an abundance of vibrant book spines, whose deliberate arrangement serves as an abstract installation in its own right, amplify hints of color suggested in the weave of the antique Oushak carpet.
A large oil and acrylic by Kentucky-based artist Patrick Adams hangs above the Henredon sofa in the living room. To the left is an acrylic-on-panel painting by Tony Saladino; to the right are a pair of egg tempura-on-panel paintings by Valerie Shesko. An Oly cofee table separates a pair of Jules chairs with geometric upholstery from Hickory Chair.
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Te pull-up chair next to the freplace sports embroidered silk upholstery from Mulberry Home. Leather tub chairs in front of the bookshelves on either side of the grand piano are antique.
In the master bedroom, Tomas Birkman chose varying shades of beige and cream and added visual interest by playing geometric patterns of one another. Te carpet is from Stark and the Greek fret embroidered border on the drapery is from Samuel & Sons.
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A study in contrasts, a Baccarat crystal chandelier is positioned above a circular dining table with a burnished fligree base and etched brass top in the dining room. Side chairs are upholstered in slubby chartreuse silk from Manuel Canovas.
Attuned to the small details that contribute to the uniqueness and an overall feeling of je ne sais quois, Birkman chose hair-onhide upholstery with an interesting brass tack pattern for the freplace fender. “It lends fair to something that could otherwise be very boring. I told [the homeowner] ‘Let’s do something your neighbors aren’t going to have.’” Embroidered silk upholstery from Mulberry Home was selected for the pull-up chair next to the freplace. An Oly cofee table separates a pair of Jules chairs with geometric upholstery from Hickory Chair. Te leather tub chairs near the grand piano are antique. A study in contrasts, in the dining room a Baccarat crystal chandelier is positioned above a circular dining table with a
burnished fligree base and etched brass top. Birkman likes the juxtaposition of a “brutalist” art glass piece the homeowner purchased in La Jolla, California with the more graceful lines found in a pair of Art Deco lamps that share space atop the antique sideboard. A watercolor, charcoal and pastel nude by Edberhard Hückstädt hangs above a gilt serving cart near the built-in china cabinet. Referring to the printed brocade fabric used for the armchairs as “the most traditional pattern I’ve ever loved,” Birkman attributes his afnity to the “fresh” combination of a chocolate and chartreuse floral print on a light blue background. Side chairs are upholstered in slubby chartreuse silk from Manuel Canovas.
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Stopping just short of the ceiling to create a tray efect, the walls in the master bathroom are clad in large rectangular tiles of Tassos marble, laid in a stacked bond pattern.
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fussiness. Examples of this pattern play include the Stark carpet and the Greek fret embroidered border from Samuel & Sons on the drapery. Here, as in other rooms, Birkman chose a wool fabric from Mark Alexander for the Roman shades that hang beneath the drapery. An antique Kentucky chest in the serene guest bedroom belonged to the previous homeowners, while the 17th century Italian mirror was purchased in Charleston, and the homeowner acquired a landscape painting hanging nearby during a trip to Barcelona. As part of the renovation, a smaller bath in the guest suite was outftted with similar, yet subtly different appointments as its master counterpart, such as Thassos clad walls set in a vertical bond pattern to add the illusion of additional volume. Meticulously organized, the homeowner has assembled a small collection of photographs and documentation related to the home and the famous faces that have crossed the threshold over the past four decades. Given the thoughtful way in which he proceeded with the most recent renovation and restoration, one can only assume that today’s refned glitterati would feel equally welcomed. sl
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Paris, Kentucky meets Paris, France by way of South America at Bour-Bon, Joseph Clay’s newest culinary experience Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Andrew Kung A long-time proponent of farm-to-table movement, Joseph Clay was regarded as a local pioneer of the blossoming ethos when he operated Amelia’s Field Country Inn from 1993-2003. Bour-Bon, his newest hometown venture four years in the making, combines a strong sense of place derived from his family’s distinguished history in the region with experiences culled from his global sojourns, including theatrical training in England and culinary instruction at Le Cordon Blue in Paris, France. While contemporary pendant light fxtures, Louis XVI chairs upholstered in the same blue velvet used for a curtain behind a performance stage located at the far end of the dining room, tufted red banquettes, Champlain three-arm wall sconce from Urban Electric mounted on mirrored panels, and cozy twotop tables sporting shiny red lacquer tops in the dining room certainly hearken to Parisian influences, the menu has a decidedly South American bent by design. When combined with a commitment to locally produced ingredients and Bourbon County heritage, the intersection of cultures cultivates a most unique sense of authenticity that stands at the core of Cook’s vision.
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Eschewing formal French technique in lieu of the most fundamental of cooking methods – live wood fre – the culinary team, under the direction of chef consultant Norberto Piattoni of Argentina, fully explores and exploits the nuances of the method, from red hot fames to smoldering ashes. Chef Wyatt Sarbacker, who frst heard about Bour-Bon’s unconventional concept from a friend who was leading the bar program, was instantly intrigued by the challenge of cooking everything on the menu with fre. “I’ve learned an entirely new skill set,” he explained. “You can’t just turn on a burner and let it go, you have to learn to build and maintain the right kind of fre.” Rounding out the culinary team are sous chefs Pia Morosini from Uruguay and Cristian Menéndez from Argentina. Cooking over, under, it and around fire may seem simplistic, but in order to be successful as a restaurant concept, dishes with pure favors must be executed with exacting precision. Even the highest quality ingredients can’t mask subpar preparation, and Bour-Bon’s kitchen team has easily ascended the learning curve, presenting dishes that arrive at the table wafting subtle hardwood aroma.
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Red meat, a cornerstone of the Argentinean diet, figures prominently on Bour-Bon’s menu, with Wagyu beef from nearby Cane Ridge Cattle Company served alongside House liver pâté as an appetizer; featured in a consommé with ossobuco and herbs among the frst course oferings; and, ribs “a la parrilla” with chimichurri and potato salad as a main course. Wood oven beef empanadas, a concept developed in Europe in perfected in Argentina, are quite delicious as well. Vegetarians need not fret over the meat-centric menu, as there are ample opportunities to experience the wood fire flavor via “burned” eggplants with dried cranberries and lemon; golden beet and blood orange salad with homemade ricotta and arugula; wood oven pizzas; and wood oven spinach and mushroom cannelloni with tomato sauce and Asiago. Dedication to the farm-to-table concept carries over to the craft cocktail program, which was devised in partnership with Hawthorne Beverages of Louisville to focus on pre-prohibition beverages. Each handmade cocktail, often served in custom glassware, has a complex and unique flavor profile resulting from the utilization of specialized ice, syrups made in-house and bitters made in small batches and specifcally tailored for certain drinks.
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Located in a building next to the main dining room but connected to the kitchen, a most unique private dining room presented a number of architectural challenges that were tackled with great aplomb. Structural defciencies required the removal of the original wood support beams and adding steel cross beams in their place to support the exterior walls. Te old supports were repurposed for use as decorative elements, while a coat of red paint that matches the foor allows the new beams to serve as an enhancement to the overall design scheme rather than an eyesore. Tables and benches in the room were fashioned from a 200-yearold poplar felled on the Clay family farm. Natural sheepskin covers are casually draped over the bentwood dining chairs. With its unique and carefully considered culinary and cocktail concept supported by chic environs, an adept staff and an eclectic lineup of live entertainment oferings, Bour-Bon is an ideal haunt for a bon vivant. sl Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday from 5pm-10pm, Bour-Bon is located at 616 Main Street in Paris, KY. For more information call 859.987.1662 or visit bour-bon.com.
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Dining at Coles 735 Main defines culinary as an art form, yet provides a warm relaxing atmosphere to enjoy world-class fare. Chef Cole Arimes known for his creative blending of tastes and artistry, has set apart a cozy oasis for fine dining in Lexington. M-Th 5-10 PM F-S 5-11 PM Bar/Gazebo opens 4 PM Closed Sunday
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Indian Summer A frst look at fall fashion
Badgley Mischka foil pebble crepe dress from Bella Rose.
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Photography: Andrew Kung Hair and Makeup: Catherine Kung Models: Megan Ducharm and Peter Michel Stylists: Bridget Williams and Catherine Kung
Lovett green shetland jacket with mauve overplaid self elbow patch, white fannel vest and grey fannel pant, all from Crittdenden Fine Gentlemen’s Clothing.
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On him: Vitale Barberis Canonico jacket, Stuart Mercer sport shirt and tie, all from Stuart Mercer Gentleman’s Shoppe. Zegna denim from Rodes for Him. On her: Vince t-shirt from Saks Fifth Avenue. Cortland Park cardigan, Saint James leather trim fannel trousers, Longchamp “Derby Verni” tote, pearl necklace and bracelet, all from the Keeneland Gift Shop.
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Beretta Country Cotton Correspondent jacket, Lexington Polo English silk tie, Stuart Mercer dress shirt, and Hiltl dress slacks, all from Stuart Mercer Gentleman’s Shoppe. Torino hornback crocodile belt from Rodes for Him.
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Milly mini dress and sequin fur jacket, both from Bella Rose.
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Barbour “Classic Beaufort” jacket in olive, Vineyard Vines pant and slim ft Murray shirt and Harbor Point sweater, all from the Keeneland Gift Shop. Martin Dingman Chesterfeld boot from Crittenden Fine Gentlemen’s Clothing.
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Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, New York City; mbfashionweek.com Grand Opening at the Plantory, 6-8pm, 501 West Sixth Street, Suite 250; plantory.org Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association National Awards Dinner, 6-10pm; toba.org Black Jacket Symphony: Performing Fleetwood Mac’s “Rumours,” 8pm, Lexington Opera House, 859.233.3535 Shaker Village Garden Supper, 6:30pm, Shaker Village at Pleasant Hill, shakervillageky.org Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue, Singletary Center for the Arts; fnearts.uky.edu Avenues Art, Antique, and Jewelry Show; nyfallshow.com The Betsy benefting The Markey Cancer Foundation, 5pm, The KY Horse Park, 323.6448 Cirque de Pink benefting the Susan G. Komen Foundation, 6:30pm, Loudon House; komenlexington.org Monaco Yacht Show; monacoyachtshow.com
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10th Anniversary Grants Ceremony for the Lexington Cancer Foundation; lexingtonfoundation.org Under the Street Lamp, 7:30pm, EKU Center for the Arts; underthestreetlamp.com Keeneland Fall Meet, Keeneland Race Track; keeneland.com 75th Anniversary Gala- Frontier Nursing University, 6:30-11:30pm, Lexington Convention Center; pioneersforhealthcare.org Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure 5K, 7am, Robert Stephen Courthouse Plaza; komenlexington.org Sweeney Todd, The Lexington Opera House; lexingtonoperahouse.com The Bourbon Social benefting the Makenna Foundation; makennafoundation.com NYC Food and Wine Festival; nycwff.org Heroes: Eroica and Icarus presented by Lexington Philharmonic, Lexington Opera House; lexigntonoperahouse.com La Sylphide presented by the Kentucky Ballet Theater, Lexington Opera House; lexingtonoperahouse.com Boz Scaggs, Lexington Opera House; lexingtonoperahouse.com
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BGT FOUNDERS DAY PARTY
An annual event held at the Hunt-Morgan House, which marks its 200th anniversary in 2014, the Board of Directors of Te Blue Grass Trust for Historic Preservation presented its Dorothy “Dot� Crutcher Founders Award to John Hackworth.
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Faith Adams, Kathy Chopra, Andrea Gottler
Art Carpenter, Gregory Pettit, Mayor Jim Gray, Sheila Farrell
Howard Roberts, Annie Johnson, Don Jones
Nancy Meng, Barbara Tilghman
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John & Janie Pappas, William Carey
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BLUEGRASS INTERNATIONAL CUP
Afliated with the four-week annual “Polo in the Park” polo tournament, proceeds from the high-goal Bluegrass International Cup, held at Mt. Brilliant Farm, dually beneft the Fayette Alliance and Markey Cancer Foundation.
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Sherry Moseley, Sue Tomas
Erin Brester, Elizabeth Cooper
Kacia Galbreath, Trigg Mitchell, Jeremy Mash
Carlos Sanchez, Jackie Jolie, Henry Castillo
Natalie Holloman, Kristie Mulder
Gwen Langley, Caroline Langley
Tori McEwan, Courtney Asdourian, Neal Rice, Cary Campbell, Tannis Marley
Lisa Moss, Tracey Morrison, Becky Goodman
Katie Lamonica, Tallee Huber, Juli Neuman
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FASHION AND PHILANTHROPY
Glasscock Boutique hosted fashion designers Christian Siriano and Zang Toi at the Red Mile as part of a trunk show held to coincide with the annual Lexington Junior League Horse Show. A portion of the proceeds were designated to Saddlebred Rescue and the Lexington Junior League.
Cate Jones, Melody Adler
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Ewa Johansson, Christian Siriano, Krista Haddad
Christine de Brifault, April Collins
Suzanne Elliott, Nancy Bishop
Amy Rock, Sarah & Chris Garner
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Susan Ware, Mary Donna Broz
HANGAR BASH
Held at the Aviation Museum of Kentucky on the eve of the Keeneland Concours d’Elegance, the event featured vintage aircraft, exotic automobiles and craft cocktails, with proceeds beneftting Kentucky Children’s Hospital at the University of Kentucky.
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Jeremy Levenson, Courtney Toms
Dean Langdon, Beth Hellebusch, Sonya Tacker, Bruce Cobb, Rebecca Boch, James Cain
Jessica Roach, Jill Brown
Tom & Connie Jones, Chasity & Dr. Paul Hester
Sarah Hamilton, John Hollinger
Seth Tompson, Natasha Pistilli
Harry Dennery, Terra Long, Cindy & Ray Carcione
Scott & Karen Biehl, Mark Krumbein
Rachel Bank, Alli Banks, Sarah Lepage, Danielle Carpenter
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10TH ANNUAL KEENELAND CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE
A 1930 Stutz Lancefeld Supercharged Coupe bested more than 130 collector cars and motorcycles to take the Best of Show Award at the 10th annual Keeneland Concours d’Elegance, which featured a Winner’s Circle Reunion of winners and runners-up from previous years rather than a feature marque.
Best of Show: A 1930 Stutz Lancefeld Supercharged Coupe. Photo courtesy of the Keeneland Concours d’Elegance.
Winner’s Circle Reunion. Photo courtesy of the Keeneland Concours d’Elegance.
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Sherry & Mark Swisher
Visitors were treated to a sweeping automotive display, which ranged from a 1906 Auto Car Type 10 to a 2013 Ferrari 458 Spider. Other winning cars included the 1947 Talbot Lago T-26 Cabriolet, the 1934 Duesenberg SJ Speedster “Mormon Meteor,� 1931 Ford Model A Deluxe Phaeton and a 1964 Lincoln Continental. Jim Cox of the Branson Collector Car Auction was given the Lee Iacocca Award in recognition of his lifetime of supporting the collector car hobby and his philanthropic endeavors.
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Rick Music, Erika Music Reynolds
John & Penny Bryant
Jim Cofee, Angie Cousins
Bill & Susan Murphie, Susan & Rob Stravitz
Christian Ott, Adrienne Kinney
Nancy Hufman
Ginger Mallett
Peter Williams
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AN EVENING IN THE GARDENS
Photography by Molly Bowles
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The gala preview for the 8th annual Bluegrass International Cup was held in the private gardens at historic Mt. Brilliant Farm. A perennially sold out event since its inception, the 150 guests in attendance were treated to an elegant evening of gourmet food and signature cocktails with proceeds benefitting the Fayette Alliance and Markey Cancer Foundation.
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