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on the cover: French Accent: Fashion from a Parisian perspective. Lis van Velthoven wearing an evening gown from the Alexis Mabille 2015-2016 Haute Couture Collection. Photo by Matthew Brookes.

See Worthy View from Belle Monte Farm on St. Kitts. Photo by Bridget Williams.

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From Spec to Spectacular

An Art Advisor’s Guide

to Navigating Art Fairs

See Worthy

Bibliotaph

Five Grapes You Need to Try

Weathering Your Decor

65th Pebble Beach

Concours d’Elegance

Times Are A-changin’

Of Note... Snappy Dressers

French Accent

A Non-Gambler’s Guide to Vegas

Plates with a Purpose

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An Evening in the Gardens

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“Athletes? Puh-lease, they’re just driving in circles really fast,” was my typical response when the racecar-driver-as-athlete debate came up in conversation. Was is the key word here, since the opportunity to just drive really fast in circles behind the wheel of a Ferrari racecar came my way, and on my birthday no less. Tongues were wagging as soon as we arrived at the Dream Racing paddock at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway and spied a speed demon’s dreamscape - Ferrari, Lamborghini, et al. – arranged in a tidy row. I hadn’t seen so many good-looking Italians in one place since I took a train from Rome to Milan a few years ago. While a date with an Aventador was tempting, we skipped the baby steps and went right for the biggest dog in the pack, a Ferrari 458 GT Race Car, a most defnitely not street legal model with 570hp and a top speed of 202mph. It also has the distinction of winning the 24 Hours at Le Mans. Before getting behind the wheel, there was an extensive orientation program, including taking a few laps around the track in a simulator to become familiar with the clutch paddle shift and the layout of the circuit. My repeated tendency of approaching turns too fast resulted in several virtual spinouts and a beginning appreciation of the mental acuity needed to be a successful driver. Feeling quite ofcial in my professional racing suit and helmet, our group was escorted to the track, where I met the instructor who would be riding along with me and providing expert guidance as I made my way around the 11 turns of the 1.1-mile asphalt course. I’ve always preferred the throaty rumble produced by a Porsche, but I’ll admit that hearing the high-pitched, full-throttle accelerations as the Ferrari’s whizzed by gave me plenty of goose bumps. I’ll spare you the play-by-play details of my fve-lap experience, but let’s just say I came away from the heart-pounding experience with a whole new appreciation for the professionals who endeavor to race for a living. Maybe they aren’t athletes in the traditional physical sense (though I’ve yet to spy a single driver who could be classifed as being out of shape), but at their level of competition there is defnitely more on the line. Whereas a miscalculation or loss of focus on the track can result in dire consequences, choking on the free throw line or failing to connect with a wide receiver won’t result in a person’s untimely death. Given the opportunity to wrestle with that much horsepower provided insight into the intoxicating allure of mixing moxie with mortality as well as a new outlook on the world of auto racing.

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Classic Style

867 E. High Street, Suite 120, Lexington, KY 40502 | (859)Â 253-1798

From Spec to Spectacular Tomas Birkman incorporates elements from the sea and chinoiserie to add panache to a patio home. Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Andrew Kung Semi-sheer drapery on the palladium-style window the family room permits natural light without sacrifcing privacy.

“A place like this presents an interesting challenge,” said interior designer Tomas Birkman of Birkman Interiors referring to his client’s directive to imbue a high-end cluster home near Jacobson Park with discernable character. “We gave this place soul but it wasn’t easy,” he added. The homeowner initially sought out a historic home in Chevy Chase with no luck. After some cajoling by her realtor, she viewed the newly built townhouse and was intrigued by the abundance of natural light, the great use of space and the inherent potential. “After living in San Francisco for 13 years, I was fne with the closeness of the neighbors,” she said. Starting with a new build and a relatively clean slate in terms of existing furniture, Birkman, along with colleague Kris Preston, were given a great amount of creative license by their client, an 24 slmag.net

executive in the public relations feld with whom they collaborated with on the project of and on over a period of nearly fve years. Te homeowner had been searching in vain in both Louisville and Lexington for a designer with a “less traditional design aesthetic.” It wasn’t until she had lunch at Heirloom in Midway and inquired about who was responsible for the interior design that she said she “fortuitously discovered” Birkman’s talents. Just inside the front door, the dining room and kitchen are located on either side of an entrance hall that culminates at the two-story great room. The master suite is located on the first foor; upstairs is an ofce, two guest bedrooms and a Jack-and-Jill bath. Predominantly cool colors in the taupe-to-gray-to-of-white families infused with subtle metallic elements and strategically placed jolts of color defne the interiors.

Te great room is graced by several notable accents, including a pair of chalky white cast resin horseshoe crab sconces by Oly Studio; a custom mirror made by Cross Gate Gallery surmounting the freplace; and a blown glass Currey & Company chandelier.

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A console with a sawtooth interior was custom made for the client.

In the dining room, a Julian Chichester table presents itself as a variation on a classic Saarinen version with a hammered nickel base. Chairs from Lee Industries are accentuated by Jim Thompson upholstery. The reoccurring theme of chinoiserie is introduced via pagoda-print drapery; reinforcing the variation in the nearby powder room is an Osborne & Little wall covering and an antique Chinese vanity. “I was in the C. Wonder showroom in New York City when Kris texted me a picture of the wallpaper they were proposing for the powder room. It just so happened the very same paper was used in the showroom where I was standing, so I knew I had to say yes,” said the homeowner. “Agra industrial” and “reclaimed funk” are the terms Birkman uses to characterize the butcher-block island in the kitchen, the base of which was fashioned from a vintage tractor wheel. A custom table from Hickory Chair topped by a Ralph Lauren lamp provides a cozy and casual dining spot. Te vaulted great room is graced by several notable accents, including a pair of chalky white cast resin horseshoe crab sconces by Oly Studio; a custom mirror made by Cross Gate Gallery surmounting the freplace; and a blown glass Currey & Company chandelier. Te existing stained wood bar cabinet was lacquered, as were the homeowner’s existing dark wood accent chairs, which were reupholstered with Jim Thompson silk upholstery. Kim 26 slmag.net

Comstock’s rendition of a bird à la John James Audubon enlarged to larger-than-life proportions lends pop art appeal and a new perspective on a widely recognized subject. With its knife-edge pillows, the Jules sofa from Hickory Chair hearkens to 1930s Streamline Moderne styling. Birkman conceived the sawtooth design of the console positioned behind the sofa. To maintain the natural light but camoufage the view of the backsides of identical units in the neighborhood, Birkman added sheer drapery to the large palladium-style window that dominates a cozy family room adjacent to the great room. Te impetus for the entire project was the second foor guest suite. “We moved from the top down, fnishing with the master, which ended up being a complete renovation,” explained Birkman, who added that no sooner had the fnishing touches been added to the latter when his client accepted a new position out of town. In the aforementioned guest suite, Birkman covered the wall behind the upholstered headboard with an elephant-colored grasscloth, which provided what he calls a “cheap punch” of visual interest. A second guest room inhibits a beachy bent with vintage Haeckel sea life engravings, framed shell artwork, celery-green walls and focked velvet coral upholstery on a bench at the foot of the bed. “With relatives in California I had to be certain the guest quarters made the visit worth the trip,” said the homeowner.

In the dining room, chairs from Lee Industries with Jim Tompson upholstery surround a Julian Chichester table.

Tis guest room served as the imeptus for Birkmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collaboration with the homeowner. Elephant-colored grasscloth is found on the wall behind the upholstered headboard.

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An antique Chinese chest was reconfgured for use as a vanity in a powderroom on the frst foor. Osborne & Little wallpaper.

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Kim Comstockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rendition of a bird Ă la John James Audubon enlarged to larger-than-life proportions lends pop art appeal and a new perspective on a widely recognized subject.

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Te piĂ¨ce-de-rĂŠsistance in the master bedroom is an antique fretwork panel from an Asian opium bed suspended on a track and used to separate the space from the walk-in closet and bathroom.

A lively guest room is defned by celery-green walls and accents and focked velvet coral upholstery on a bench at the foot of the bed.

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Te custom vanity in the master bathroom boasts Greek key detail on the turned feet.

Birkman admits that there was a bit of “arm wrestling” with the client over his deep mauve and raspberry color scheme pitch for the master bedroom, which included wallpapering the ceiling in the lively hue. Although the homeowner feared the ceiling design in particular would be too phrenetic and bold for a bedroom, Birkman implored her to trust his judgment, and she admits to be being surprised by the serenity of the room. “Tere is a real feeling of quiet energy that permeates the space,” added Birkman. Roman shades with variegated threads pick up the room’s colors, including the ombré drapery, one of the homeowner’s favorite design elements. Prints by Marino Marini, one of Birkman’s personal favorites, adorn the walls. Te room’s pièce-de-résistance is Birkman’s ingenious take on a barn-style sliding door; rather than suspend a rustic barn door from the rolling track he used an antique fretwork panel from an Asian opium bed. Te opposite side of the door is lined with a sheet of Masonite that is covered with antiqued mirrored wallpaper.

Completely gutted, the master bath and closet now serve as a retro-modern retreat. Birkman’s inspiration was a McAlpin’s department store he recalled visiting as a kid. “I don’t know if it’s good or bad nostalgia, but it played out perfectly in the space. I bent a lot of my standard go-to practices because I liked the materials,” he explained. Te shimmer of the glass subway tile on the walls of the shower is echoed in the lacquered fnish on the room’s trim board and ceiling. Soothing, warm tones inherent in the mahogany-colored paint from Farrow & Ball on the walls adds to the restfulness. Te custom vanity boasts Greek key detail on the turned feet. “Te bathroom has a mix of sophisticated and organic warmth that I didn’t fully recognize until the install was complete,” explained the homeowner. Even though the project came together in stages over the course of a few years, the prevailing design is very chic and cohesive. “Tomas and Kris ‘got me’ really quickly, which made them great to work with,” said the homeowner. sl slmag.net

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An Art Advisor’s Guide to Navigating Art Fairs

Written by Anita Heriot

Scene from Cosmoscow 2014. Te 2015 event is scheduled for September 11-13 in Moscow (cosmoscow.com).

Te season is upon us for art fairs. Use this checklist to make your time at an art fair fun and productive. 1. Strategize. Choose a fair. Make a list of the top fve galleries at each fair you want to see. Locate them on the map when you enter each section of the fair, then establish your route to make sure you get to the booths you want to see. 2. Budget. Establish a budget and make a wish list. Dealers want to sell to serious buyers. Know what you are willing to pay and stick to it within 10%. Tere is something for buyers at every level of collecting. 3. Comfort. Eat before you go and bring a snack. Food will be available, but lines can be long and tables/seats unavailable. Wear comfortable shoes and leave large bags and backpacks at home. Charge your phone before you go or bring a backup. Go ahead and enjoy an alcoholic beverage while perusing the shows, it is part of the fun. 4. Navigate. Getting around to all of the fairs can be difcult. Consider opting for the free shuttle or traveling with a group of like-minded collectors. 5. Inquire. Feel free to ask questions about prices and about the artist and his or her work, but be mindful that you do not interrupt a sale in progress. Get on the gallery mailing list. 6. Avoid Faux Pas. Do not approach a gallery to sell your artwork, albeit work you own/have collected or art you have

made. Do not verbally insult the gallery or the work of an artist you know nothing about in the presence of said dealer/ artist. Do not touch. Do not forget to watch where you are walking. Do not leave empty glasses in the booths. 7. Discuss. Talk with other collectors, art advisors, and curators about artists that interest you. Investigate whether the artist sells at auction and at what price point. 8. Pause. It is okay to ask a gallery to put an item on hold while you take a break to decide if the piece is right for you. Be respectful of the time it is on hold. 9. Observe. If you see several diferent galleries carrying work by the same artists, be aware that it is a sign that the market is “hot” for that artist. Note who is NOT being shown anywhere as sign that the market may be cooling of for that artist. 10. Seek Help. Hire an experienced art advisor to walk the fair with you. He or she will have knowledge and access to the dealers at the fair. 11. Negotiate. There is usually movement in price for a work. Ofer 20% less with the goal of going 10% lower than the asking price. 12. BUY!! Acquire the very best that you can aford. Follow your heart and have fun with it! sl Anita Heriot is president of Pall Mall Advisors and a member of the Appraisers Association of America and is USPAP certifed. She can be reached at aheriot@pallmallartadvisors.com.

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SEE WORTHY Buddy Darby takes the long view as he transforms a 2,500-acre parcel on St. Kitts into Christophe Harbour Written by Bridget Williams

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Sandy Bank Bay and Te Pavilion, a private beach club for owners and members.

In response to increasing connectivity that makes the great wide world seem ever smaller and the fact that it is hardly surprising to find the familiar Golden Arches in even the most remote locales, a palpable push has emerged among globetrotters seeking authenticity and a distinct sense of place. St. Kitts is one of those places. There is but one large chain hotel on the entirety of the 69-square-mile island, of which one-quarter is a designated a national park with rainforest that is bucking the trend elsewhere and actually expanding. For adventurers there is still plenty of of the beaten path exploring to do among the peaks and valleys, where you are more likely to encounter a vervet monkey or a mongoose than one of the island’s 32,000 human inhabitants. Te turquoise waters around the island beckon with pristine dive sites teeming with massive beds of coral and fsh in every color of the rainbow.

Superyacht owner Buddy Darby was quick to recognize the potential of this West Indies Island. “When I came down here I was intrigued by its physicality,” he explained as we talked over cocktails on the deck of Andromeda la Dea, his 154-foot Perini Navi sailing yacht. Responsible for developing both Kiawah Island in South Carolina and Doonbeg Golf Club in Ireland, his latest and arguably most ambitious project is Christophe Harbour, encompassing a 2,500-acre peninsula on the southeast corner of St. Kitts that includes six of the 11 main beaches on the island. “I’m the kind of person that has the vision to look at a raw landscape and see the fnished project,” said Darby, who added that he has the added beneft of executing his plan with team members who have worked under him for 20 years. slmag.net

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First tee box on the planned Tom Fazio-designed golf course.

Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park.

Infnity pool at a home in Christophe Harbour.

Darby is a man who possesses an infectious level of joie de vivre along with unwavering optimism; he’s a “go big or go home” kind of guy. At a party he isn’t happy unless everyone is having the time of their lives, so it is not hard to share in his enthusiasm for the development, which he said will require a full two decades to build the 2,000 planned units. “Other than dancing on the head of a nuclear warhead I don’t know if there is anything else riskier that I could do,” he joked. Based on the successful template used for the development of Kiawah Island, the varied private residential neighborhoods and public buildings comprising Christophe Harbour have been carefully planned to tread lightly on the land and incorporate indigenous building materials and architectural infuences. Darby singled out SALT Plage, a bar and restaurant open to the public near the entrance to the development as an example. The physical structure was

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constructed utilizing fragments from an old sugar mill on property. Te mix of corrugated metal, painted Tolix chairs, dramatic colored lighting, rope hammocks integrated into an overwater deck, and an international clientele combine to make the spot as hip as any one would fnd on the more developed neighboring islands. The rugged beauty of the area is quite striking. Bordered on one side by the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea on the other, waves of verdant peaks rise steeply from sugar-sand beaches on both coasts. From the beaches situated at St. Kitts’ southernmost tip, one can gaze across the channel to nearby Nevis. It is in this secluded spot where a 135-room fve-star Park Hyatt hotel is currently under construction, out of the sightline of property owners, allowing residents and vacationers to dually enjoy an enviable feeling of exclusivity and seclusion.

Priate home in Christophe Harbour.

Expansive ocean views from a hillside home in Christophe Harbour.

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Te Pavilion is the social hub for members and property owners at Christophe Harbour.

An oceanfront bungalow adjacent to Te Pavilion.

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A rendering of the completed Marina at Christophe Harbour.

On a recent visit we stayed in one of nine homes that comprise the Windswept Residence Club. A turnkey neighborhood, these expansive four-bedroom ensuite villas provide equity share purchase options starting at $450,000. Ocean and Great Salt Pond views are afforded from the second floor verandah and The Pavilion, a luxurious private beach club and social hub for owners and members, is a short walk away. Located in Sandy Bank Bay, the Pavilion ofers casually elegant dining and cocktails, complimentary access to watersport and tennis equipment and bicycles and ample shady and sunny areas for repose around the perimeter of a freeform oceanfront infnity-edge pool. A number of hiking trails winding up the peaks originate from the area, and it’s well worth the efort to take in the million dollar views from the top. A Tom Fazio-designed championship golf course is in the planning stages. On an exploratory run I ventured 450-feet above the Caribbean Sea to a plateau where a stake marked the frst tee box. Taking in the 360-degree views and knowing Fazio’s status as a top creator of highly rated courses around the world, I surmise that this course will be nothing short of spectacular. As a superyacht owner himself, Darby has his pulse on this exclusive community and what discerning seafarers are seeking. “Twenty years ago a ‘big’ boat was 90 feet. Today, there are 700 boats over 100-feet in length under construction,” he explained. Many of these vessels will invariably end up cruising the circuit

that includes Antigua, St. Maarten and St. Barths, as evidenced by the fact that a record 130 superyachts visited the region during the most recent winter cruising season. To capitalize on this lucrative market, this past February The Marina at Christophe Harbour debuted to great fanfare. Upon completion, this 300-acre, $100 million project will have 300 state-of-the-art berths, 60 of which will be able to accommodate vessels up to 300-feet in length. Modeled after a European seaside village, the completed complex will include a yacht club, concierge and hospitality services for owners along with a variety of housing units, shops and restaurants. Compared with it neighbors, at the moment, the diverse real estate options at Christophe Harbour present an incredible value for someone in the market for a Caribbean residence. Homesites range in price from $700,000 for a nearly half-acre hillside site with ocean views to $7.9 million for 1.3 oceanfront acres on Sandy Bank Bay. An investment of $400,000 or more makes the purchaser eligible for the Federation of St. Kitts Citizenship by Investment Program. “Life is about the acquisition of memories,” Darby said on stage prior to a performance by Darius Rucker to ofcially open Te Marina at Christophe Harbour. When they are collected in a location as special as St. Kitts they are certain to become some of the most treasured kind. For more information about Christophe Harbour visit christopheharbour.com. sl slmag.net

Bibliotaph... Monumental Reading

Compiled by Victoria Chase

Te second volume in the series, this book highlights 32 architects and architectural frms on the leading edge of shaping the built environment of the future. Richard Schulman (Photographer), Paul Goldberger (Introduction) - Portraits of the New Architecture 2 hardcover, 170 pages, Assouline Publishing (assouline.com). Scheduled to be released in November to coincide with the 100-year anniversary of the National Park Service, photographer Ian Shive presents breathtaking photographs of U.S. national parks alongside essays by notable naturalists, scientists, adventurers and artists to tell the story of these international treasures. Ian Shive (photographer), W. Clark Bunting (introduction) -Te National Parks: An American Legacy - hardcover, 332 pages, Insight Editions (insighteditions.com). Available in late September, this book is the frst to present 47 New York City landmarks great and small, side-by-side in intricate detail. Written with a preservationist's passion, each structure is inextricably woven into the Big Apple's rich heritage. Judith Gura and Kate Wood (Authors), Larry Lederman (Photographer) - Interior Landmarks: Treasures of New York - hardcover, 240 pages, Te Monacelli Press (monacellipress.com).

Available in mid-October, this monograph covers 50 environmental works and memorials designed by American artist and architect Maya Lin, who most famously conceived the Vietnam Veterans Memorial for a class project while she was an architecture student at Yale. Maya Lin with Michael Brenson, William L. Fox and Paul Goldberger - Maya Lin: Topologies - hardcover, 400 pages, Rizzoli (rizzoliusa.com).

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bib 'li' o 'taph, [bib-lee-uhtaf, -tahf ]: a person who caches or hoards books Tirty-seven bridges cross the Seine River, collectively weaving a unique and remarkable tale of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history. Photojournalist Michael Saint James has cast new illumination on this city in his new large-format photography book, Bridges of Paris, which boasts over 350 original images of Paris and the bridges that lay at its heart. Te book features glorious portraits of each bridge as well as intimate riverside moments. Michael Saint James - Bridges of Paris - Hardcover, 280 pages, Citron Bay Books (citronbaybookstore.com).

Modest to monumental landscapes around the globe under the light of full moon are captured in more than 260 time-lapse photographs by British artist Darren Almond. Hans Werner Holzwarth - Darren Almond: Fullmoon - hardcover, 400 pages, Taschen (taschen.com).

Written and compiled by architects for architects, "African Drawn" utilizes hundreds of both historical and contemporary images and drawn plans to provide an in-depth documentation and analysis of African urban spatial planning. Gary White, Marguerite Pienaar, Bouwer Serfontein - Africa Drawn: One Hundred Cities - hardcover, 224 pages, DOM publishers (dom-publishers.com).

Vatican expert Dominique Chivot provides a glimpse into the inner workings of the Vatican, a 110acre sovereign city-state, interweaving papal history with 200 breathtaking images of some of the most sacred treasures in the world. Dominique Chivot - Vatican - hardcover, 224 pages, Assouline Publishing (assouline.com). A project commissioned by the World Monuments Fund, leading contemporary writers were selected to give a voice to 50 sites of signifcance to our global heritage, supported by imagery curated by the International Center of Photography. Andre Aciman, Anne Applebaum, William Dalrymple, Justin Davidson and Fernanda Eberstadt - World Monuments: 50 irreplaceable sites to discover, explore and champion - hardcover, 240 pages, Rizzoli (rizzoliusa.com).

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Grape Expectations: Five Grapes You Need to Try Written by Scott Harper, Master Sommelier

Panoramic view of Viña Santa Cruz in Colchagua Valley in the Chilean Central Valley. Photo by Elemaki.

Trying wines from grapes new to you is one of the many enjoyable things about wine. Many people are delighted to share such an exploration with their wine aficionado friends; after all, you may be only a sip away from your new favorite. A good example would be the grape Grüner Veltliner. I have shared numerous bottles with many friends, but having written and talked about the number one grape of Austria frequently, I thought I must recommend some other grapes. Many grapes could have been included here; in fact, it may be hard to believe that there are hundreds to choose from. Look in the lamentably titled area of wine lists or wine shop isles labeled “other wines” or seek them out hidden among the country of origins for more popular grapes. Tere’s certainly nothing wrong with the popular grapes, after all they became popular for a reason, but you will be rewarded by a new adventure, perhaps great value and excellent food afnity. Give these fve grapes a go. {WHITE} Torrontés | Torrontés is Argentina’s top planted white grape. A crossing of the Muscat family, Argentina is the only place where you see this grape produced, making it a true Argentinean specialty.

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Originally believed to be from northwest Spain, it produces a fresh, rich, crisp and very aromatic wine. When you put your nose in a glass, the profusion of foral notes instantaneously makes you think of springtime. Try Torrontés as an excellent aperitif or with seafood. I believe the best area for Torrontés is Salta, the most northern area for grape growing in Argentina, producing twothirds white wine and specializing in Torrontés. Salta means “very beautiful” and is home to Bodega Colomé, owned by Hess. At 8,300 feet above sea level, it holds the distinction of being the world’s highest vineyard. Try: Torrontés Bodega Colome 2012. Vermintino | Te primary white grape of Sardinia is Vermintino. This grape lineage is Italian and is most known for being a Sardinian grape, but it is planted in Liguria under the synonym of Pigato and in Piedmont as Favorita. Vermintino is a delightfully linear citrus-mineral-driven white wine, typically un-oaked, and a perfect accompaniment for seafood. The finest example of Vermentino is produced in northern Sardinia in an area called Gallura. Vermentino di Gallura is hard to find but is a more bodied, richer and sometimes oaked-aged version. Te Sardinian’s enjoy drinking wine and eating the Mediterranean diet, which is

At 8,300 feet above sea level, Bodega Colomé is the world’s highest vineyard.

perhaps why they possess one of the world’s largest populations of centenarians. Try: Vermentino di Sadegna Argiolas Costamolino 2012. {RED} Carmenère | The name Carmenère originates from the French word for crimson as Carmenère, once thought to be Merlot in Chile, is actually an ancient Bordeaux varietal brought to Chile in the 1800s. It is all but extinct in France but thrives in Chile’s Colchagua Valley. Carmenère has soft tannins, deep red color, red and black fruit favors and an herbaceous character. Te latter is decreasing and becoming more balanced as winemakers allow the grape to ripen longer. Its qualities are similar to Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and, of course Merlot, hence it is often blended with them. Try: Carmenere Cono Sur Bicicleta 2011. Aglianico | Te number one red grape in Campania is Aglianico, which is planted throughout southern Italy and reaches its zenith in Taurasi. Taurasi is both the name of the place as well as the wine. A wine of great body with black fruits, structure and ageability, Taurasi can be austere in its youth. Taurasi must be aged for three years, one of which must be in wood. To be labeled

Riserva, it is required to be aged one more year, with half of the additional time spent on wood. Two of the best producers are Mastroberardino and Terredora Di Paolo. Members of the Mastroberadino family own both wineries. The 1968 Taurasi Mastroberardino is considered one of the most legendary wines of the region. Other areas for good quality Campanian Aglianico are Irpinia and Taburno. Try: Taurasi Terredora Di Paolo 2008. Lambrusco | Yes, Lambrusco. Believe it or not there is quality Lambrusco produced. I am not referring to the bargain made and priced variety, but rather the small family winery version. The grape Lambrusco hails from the food epicenter of Italy, Emilia-Romagna. This can be an unusual wine. For example, many versions have what the Italians call frizzante, or are lightly effervescent and are extremely fruity if not with a hint of sweetness. Both of these characteristics make it a delightful accompaniment with a variety of foods, from spicy barbeque to the classic pairing of salty cured meats. Try: Lambrusco Sorbara Rose Fiorini Corte Attimi 2012. sl A Certifed Wine Educator, Harper is one of 140 professionals in North America and 220 worldwide who have earned the title Master Sommelier.

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Curating a Lifestyle: Weathering Your Decor

In a world full of creative repurposing, p the transformation of industrial tools, equipment and salvaged architectural items to interior design has become almost commonplace. But, before upcycling was hip, Americana collectors were rescuing and repurposing all manner of antique utilitarian objects. Among the myriad of objects successfully transitioning from function to form, weather vanes are some of our most favorite. One of the earliest instruments of meteorology, weather vanes were critically important to alerting a community of changing weather patterns prior to the twentieth century. The earliest known weather vane was of the Greek god Triton, mounted atop the Tower of the Winds in Athens, Greece in roughly 48 B.C. Usually mounted on a central building in the center of town, a weather vane needed to be large, functional and sturdy enough to withstand life in the elements. Becoming a point of pride for a community, weather vanes eventually developed from a simple, fat banner style to three-dimensional representations of important cultural objects. The science of weather vanes is relatively simple: mounted on a pole and attached to the highest, unobstructed

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Written by Amelia and Jef Jefers

point on a building, a free-spinning, aerodynamic object is created that will turn with the force of the wind to face the direction of oncoming air currents. Te shape of the objects is only signifcant to the function in so far as the front needs to be narrower than the back. Given the labor involved in making and mounting the vane, care was often taken to use quality, weather-resistant materials like iron, zinc and copper, with the most accomplished makers utilizing a combination of materials that maximized weight versus durability. Troughout early Europe, nobility and wealthy landowners often commissioned local blacksmiths to create vanes displaying their coats of arms from sheet ironâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;simultaneously identifying their property and providing workers the means to predict impending weather. In the center of town, the tallest building was usually the church and impressive weather vanes were constructed as a point of pride as well as faith. Referencing St. Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s denial of Jesus, large full-bodied and dimensional roosters adorned steeples across the countryside. In the frst days of America, weather vanes were among the various important tools imported from Europe. As our country

developed, local blacksmiths met the needs of farmers and towns in close proximity; but, by the mid-nineteenth century, factories dedicated to the manufacture of weathervanes had developed throughout New England. Patriotic themes emerged alongside sophisticated representations of animals and symbolic representations of industry and American spirit. Most common from the period are horses – either running, leaping or pulling a sulky. Well-developed steer, fsh, roosters and stags were also popular. Some of the most valuable examples today are the more rare, fgural vanes of the period - including the angel Gabriel, American Indians and Lady Liberty. As industrialization brought steam engines and eventually the automobile to everyday America in the latenineteenth and early-twentieth centuries, three-dimensional weather vanes of locomotives and cars were created. Although not as old, these examples are generally far more valuable than their eighteenth and nineteenth century counterparts– appealing to a wider variety of collectors. Te height of the folk art market in the early 2000s saw prices for the most unusual and well-developed weather vanes

exceeding $1 million. As news about their value circulated, historic vanes were removed from churches and barns throughout the northeast and sold to folk art dealers and their customers across the country. Today, attractive and early vanes can be purchased at auction for a few hundred to tens of thousands of dollars. Form is less important than condition and surface. Original gold gilt fnish has nearly always worn off, but collectors covet a lovely green patina of weathered copper vanes. Adapting to nearly any decor, weather vanes may represent a collector’s passion (as in the quill weather vane pictured here, purchased at Garth’s for a former Presidential candidate and well-known author); or simply a fanciful interest. Interested in finding a weather vane to add to your collection? Seek well-known folk art dealers or auction firms and prepare to be patient. Although thousands of weather vanes were created, many succumbed to the elements and relatively few remain today. sl Amelia & Jef Jefers are co-owners of two fne art, antique and bespoke collectibles companies: Garth's of Delaware, Ohio and Selkirk of St. Louis, Missouri.

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A 1924 Isotta Frashini Tipo 8A owned by Te Patterson Collection.

65th Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance Te Patterson Collection of Louisville wins “Best of Show” for a second time. Written by Andre James Photos by Kimball Studios / Courtesy of Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance Tere have been 65 Concours d’Elegance held on the famed 18th fairway of the Pebble Beach Golf Links on California’s Monterey Peninsula. Jim Patterson of Louisville, KY has won the coveted “Best of Show” award in two of those years, thereby establishing his Patterson Collection among the upper echelon of covetable private automobile collections in the world. A Concours veteran, Patterson’s frst win came in 2010 with a 1933 Delage D8S De Villars Roadster. His 2015 entry–a 1924 Isotta Frashini Tipo 8A– bested 220 other hopefuls, including a 1914 Rolls Royce, a 1937 Delahaye and a 1953 Abarth 1100. Only 950 examples of the Isotta Frashini Tipo 8A were produced between 1924-1931. Te winning example has the distinction of having been on display at the 1933 Geneva Motor Show and winning the Grand-Prix d’Honneur in Cannes in 1933. Carrosserie Worblaufen is credited with creating the vehicle’s sport cabriolet bodywork after the 46 slmag.net

company acquired it in 1931. Te car moved from France to Switzerland as it circulated among four previous owners before being shipped to North America in 2014. Asked what he loved most about the massive cabriolet, Patterson chose to focus on its small details. "I love the cigarette lighters," he said. "You should see them! I wondered a while ago if they worked, and I've got a blister on my fnger to show they do." Ferrari was the featured marque at the 2015 event, held on August 16 as the fnale of Monterey Motoring Week. Concours Chairman Sandra Button said plans to feature Ferrari were many years in the making. “It seems particularly appropriate to be showcasing this marquee now since a Ferrari earned our top award this past year,” she explained. Tat car, Jon Shirley’s 1954 Ferrari 375 MM Scaglietti Coupe, was the frst Ferrari to be named Best of Show at the event, as well as the frst postwar car to win in nearly 50 years.

Ferraris on the fairway.

Participants in the Tour d'Elegance.

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Shelby GT350 Mustang participating in the Tour d'Elegance.

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Start of the Tour d'Elegance.

Cars arriving on the morning of the Concours.

Other marques and classes highlighted to the delight of the 20,000 spectators in attendance included duPont, Designs by Carrozzeria Touring, Pope, postwar Cunninghams, historic Mercury customs, Japanese motorcycles, British prewar sports cars, the 75th anniversary of the Lincoln Continental and the 50th anniversary of the Shelby GT350 Mustang. Motoring enthusiasts preferring to see the cars in action versus idyllic idyl on the golf green line the route of the Tour d'Elegance, an 80-mile roundtrip to Big Sur that represents quite a mechanical accomplishment considering the many of

the vehicleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s advanced ages. The Tour dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Elegance also serves an important function in determining class competition and eventually Best of Show honors: if two vehicles tie in class competition, the vehicle that has successfully completed the Tour gets the blue ribbon. The charitable arm of the Concours, the Pebble Beach Company Foundation, has raised more than $20 million to support and enhance educational programs for youth in Monterey County that encompass the arts, sciences, sports and technology. sl slmag.net

TIMES ARE A-CHANGIN'

Te simple lines of the large rectangular case of the limited edition De New Retro watch from De Grisogono is destined to be donned by a modern dandy (price upon request; degrisogono.com.

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From left to right: Te stainless steel DolceVita women's watch from Longines features a case set with 46 Top Wesselton VVS diamonds (price upon request; longines.com). Slim d'HermĂ¨s with a 32mm rose gold case, guillochĂŠ dial in white natural mother-of-pearl and ultraviolet alligator strap (price upon request; hermes.com). Te Chopard Happy Sport 30mm Automatic is made of 18k white gold with a diamond set case, bracelet and bezel and mother-of-pearl dial (price upon request; chopard.com). Baume & Mercier limited edition Capeland Shelby Cobra 10232 with a 44 mm steel case fnished in Shelby's Guardsman Blue racing color. Black alligator strap with red calfskin lining and grey stitching ($4,450; baume-et-mercier.com).

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Formula 1 driver, Felipe Massa, who test drives all Richard Mille watches, wearing the limited edition RM 008 Felipe Massa. Te timepiece, which bears the colors of the Brazilian fag on its inner bezel, features a baseplate in carbon nanofber and a split second chronograph (price upon request; richardmille.com).

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From left to right: (Top) Te nautically inspired Portugieser Chronograph from IWC boasts a 44-hour power reserve and stopwatch function with minutes and seconds ($7,900-$17,500; iwc. com). (Bottom) At Baselworld 2015, Rolex presented three versions of the Oyster Perpetual Datejust Pearlmaster in a new 39MM size. Shown in 18CT yellow gold with a bezel set with 48 gradient-colored baguette-cut sapphires (price upon request; rolex.com). Te Rambler 44mm travel watch from Shinola includes a Detroit-built Argonite 515.24H quartz movement handassembled from more than 100 Swiss-made components. Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and custom rubber strap ($750; shinola.com). (Top) Resembling a compact with an incorporated mirror, the Jeweler's Secret by Harry Winston is adorned with mother-of-pearl, 752 diamonds, 48 pink sapphire cabochons and fve rosy-pink pearls (price upon request; harrywinston.com). (Bottom)Te RĂŠcital 17 is the third timepiece in Bovet's Dimier Collection to be powered by the Bovet Virtuoso II watchmaking specialties caliber. Te openwork dial shows three time zones and a moon phase highlighting the current phase of the lunar cycle in both hemispheres (price upon request; bovet.com).

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Compiled by Victoria Chase

1) Te Monaco chest from Frontgate has a saturated lapis fnish contrasted with ornate silver bat-wing drawer pulls, key escutcheons, and embellishments on the legs ($3,200; frontgate. com). 2) Te Hessa dresser from Made Goods features a shell-inlay foral design fashioned from mother of pearl (to the trade; madegoods.com). 3) Part of the Kristel collection from Serge de Troyer, the K3 dresser is enveloped in embossed Italian leather. Shown in black croco with mirrored drawers and leather pulls. (to the trade; sergedetroyer.com). 4) Tao Dresser from Hellman-Chang, shown in Espresso Walnut, is available in a four, fve or six drawer layout ($14,850 as shown; hellman-chang.com). 5) Te exterior of this two-drawer dresser/nightstand from the Heritage Collection by Boca Do Lobo is lined with hand-painted tiles. Te interior is fully lined with gold leaf (to the trade; bocadolobo.com).

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6) Jackson low chest of drawers from Oly Studio (to the trade; olystudio.com). 7) Campaign-style details are found on theTremont 2 over 3 drawer dresser in black from Arhaus ($1,999; arhaus.com). 8) Double bureau fnished in black lacquer with gold painted accents and brass hardware from Kindel Furniture's Dorothy Draper Collection ($14,575; kindelfurniture.com). 9) Five-drawer dresser from the Frame Collection with metallic and stained decorative moldings applied to a wood case on tapered brass legs. Each piece is signed by the designer, Luis Pons ($12,050; nibahome.com). 10) From Giorgetti, the Yang seven-drawer chest with frame in mdf, veneer and solid walnut canaletto wood. Te top-tray is covered with leather (to the trade; georgetti.eu).

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Carven Paris Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2015-2015 / Photos and text courtesy of Carven For their designer debut the duo of Adrien Caillaudaud and Alexis Martial ofered their vision of the winter 2015 Carven girl: a fresh, contemporary and self-confdent character with a penchant for high-waisted trousers, trench coats and mini-skirts. Te collection evokes an égérie - a London girl living in Paris, swaying between an electric revival of the late 60’s and the timeless elegance of active Parisian women.

Alexis Mabille Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2015-2016 / Photos by Matthew Brookes / Text by Alexis Mabille My Haute Couture is the marriage of my style and my clients’ desires, a fusion of my codes and each woman’s charisma. My creative process is didactic. My inspiration? Women. Te ones whose natural charm brings my creations to life and pushes it forward. I consider my work to be a laboratory for ideas. Each piece is specially created for a unique person and designed to highlight her radiance, intensity and perpetual femininity. slmag.net

Louis Vuitton Paris Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2015-2016 / Photos and text courtesy of Louis Vuitton What is a fashion collection made of? It’s a multi-dimensional journey, facetted by experiences both immediate and distant. Shreds of discoveries, recollections transformed by memory, imaginative anticipation… Treasures brought back from unfamiliar lands or explorations into the intimacy of a wardrobe. A sentimental anthology of iconic images and ridiculous photos that still have primordial meaning. Te intuition of a garment and the way it’s orchestrated are the key to style. Understanding the excellence of a basic —the better to take it somewhere singularly imaginative— will always be the best path. Tis collection is a proposition of style, an invitation on a journey about fnding the momentum to transcend what we know so well in order to take it toward something we’d like to discover.

Ralph & Russo Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2015-2016 / Photos and text courtesy of Ralph & Russo A renewed interpretation of Ralph & Russo’s romantic sensibility is unleashed for Autumn Winter 2015/2016, manifesting in sensual femininity and sexy sophistication. Te silhouettes belong to a woman resolutely assertive. Amour-like tailleurs are encrusted with crystal and pearl mosaics and dense ogival motifs adorn structured jackets wherefrom grand ovate forms shell out dramatically in the essence of a Fabergé egg. Optical and graphic, the workmanship is a sublime blend of tradition and modernity. 58 slmag.net

Viktor&Rolf Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Autumn-Winter 2015-2016 / Photos and text courtesy of Viktor&Rolf In his show notes for the very frst Viktor&Rolf Haute Couture show in January 1998, the late Richard Martin, curator of the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, wrote:"(...) Viktor&Rolf pose clothing and they form ideas. Viktor&Rolf 's presentation mingles statue and runway, letting us see both the living statue of a fne-arts identity and the animation of a couture showing." For Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2015, the house of Viktor&Rolf reafrms the roots as mapped out by Richard Martin 17 years ago. More than ever true to their core, fashion artists Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren use a mingling of fashion and art as a means of expression, presenting a collection of wearable art.

Didit Hediprasetyo Paris Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2015-2016 / Photos and text courtesy of Didit Hediprasetyo Gowns are the starting point of the season. Floor-length A-line skirts give a sense of stature and serenity, while mermaid silhouettes contour the beauty of feminine curves. Leather outlines long bustier dresses, highlighting their construction, making them an armor of beauty in which to face the world. Pleated silk jersey encases the bust, visually repurposing the versatility of motorcycle jackets, evoking the robotic lines of superheroes. A trench coat turns into a cropped bomber jacket, and a fuid leather bolero unfolds its wide lapels, bringing a sense of contemporary aplomb. Red becomes a vow of boldness, and the dynamic lifeline in the collection. slmag.net

Atelier Versace Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2015-2016 / Photos and text courtesy Atelier Versace A new Versace evolution. Elevated deconstruction, softness. Stripped of detail, transparent silk chifon gowns fow from boned body lined in velvet, the fabric free to foat as if pure air. Lightweight chifon layers bring softness to tailoring, especially with the drape of bell sleeves. Te tailoring is punctuated by metal staples that defne the silhouette. Cut-out chifon layers create raw-edged fowers that decorate chifon dresses in dove grey, powdery pink, faded green and lilac. High platform heels are worn with each look, boots or sandals providing a toughened contrast to the softness all around. "Atelier Versace, with the ethereal drama of deconstruction and sumptuous raw edges. It is the passions of a woman, exposed and elevated," - Donatella Versace.

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Rami Al Ali Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2015-2016 / Photos and text courtesy Rami Al Ali Being the only boy of fve children, Syrian native Rami Al Ali took an early interest in style and fashion. Fascinated by the dramatic transformation of his sisters – in both appearance and confdence – after stepping into a glamorous dress, he was mesmerized by the power of fashion. While he created his label in 2000, his big break came in 2009 when his spring/summer couture collection graced the runway at Rome’s AltaRoma couture week. Now on his seventh consecutive season in Paris, and with the recent launch of his debut prêt-à-porter collection, Al Ali’s transition from daydreamer to global trendsetter is complete.

Antonio Ortega Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Autmn/Winter 2015-2016 / Photos and text courtesy of Antonio Ortega As part of Antonio Ortega’s “Mummifc” collection, mysterious bandages curl and intertwine, enveloping silhouettes. Clothes glide over the body, sensual and fragile. Dark tones are often enhanced with touches of light; the curves of the waist and hips are draped with bands of colour, graphic shapes, and contrasting shades. Dresses, suits, skirts, shorts, pants, overcoats and jackets are enhanced by sets of embroidery, knitting, weaving, enriched efects, the wink of an eye and a brilliant sheen. slmag.net

View from the Mandarin Bar. Photo by Bridget Williams.

A NON-GAMBLER’S GUIDE TO VEGAS A frst time visitor to Sin City takes a gamble and fnds ample excitement beyond the casino foor Written by Bridget Williams

I’m a late joiner to the party that has been carrying on for decades in Las Vegas. For most of my adult life I pooh-poohed the destination, eschewing its unnaturally green and glittery garish façade in the middle of a desert. By no means a teetotaler, I’d never taken a shine to gambling, so I never took the time to see what else the city ofered. Deciding to take part in one of the 20,000-plus conventions held there annually provided the perfect opportunity to see if I could amply occupy a long weekend. I’m happy to report I wasn’t disappointed (and have been back several times since). {STAY} Curious to see if I could find tranquility in the midst of a city that never sleeps, I checked into the Mandarin Oriental (mandarinoriental.com). Te 47-story, 392 room nongaming property is the only one in Las Vegas boasting Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond recognition for the hotel, Twist by Pierre Gagnaire restaurant and the Spa. From the entry, tucked away at the entrance to the upscale CityCenter development, guests can take a seat on the 62 slmag.net

velvet bench in the elevator as they are escorted to the “Sky Lobby” on the 23rd floor; floor-to-ceiling windows hint at the whirl of activity below, but a quiet aura of sophistication pervades the space. The décor throughout is sleek and modern with subtle Oriental touches. Subdued music and a profusion of fresh foral arrangements enhance the overall sensory appeal. Even if you aren’t checking in, I would highly recommend spending time in the Mandarin Bar, where the views are as intoxicating as the specialty cocktails. Spacious guest rooms are designed to be a serene oasis, with high-tech enhancements seamlessly integrated into the interior design. Those seeking the ultimate luxury getaway will want to book into one of three presidential suites, each measuring more than 3,200-square-feet. Embellished with Art Deco accents meant to evoke Shanghai in the 1930s, the Spa, at 27,000-square-feet and encompassing two floors, is an ideal antidote to the area’s

Lobby of the Mandarin Oriental.

Temperature-controlled Tepidarium chairs in Te Spa at Mandarin Oriental.

non-stop action. It’s a must to arrive well in advance of any treatment to take advantage of the Vitality Pools, Steam Rooms, Ice Fountains, five different Experience Showers and heated Laconium Room with temperature-controlled Tepidarium chairs oriented to take in the famous view. In addition to Twist and the Mandarin Bar, the property is home to MOzen Bistro, serving both Asian and multinational fare, the seasonal Pool Café, and the intimate Tea Lounge, located in the Sky Lobby. It’s easy to while away an afternoon soaking up the desert sun in one of the elongated outdoor pools, Jacuzzis or plunge pool, and intermittently seeking refuge from the rays and a cooling beverage in one of 17 poolside cabanas. {PLAY} While I don’t know what it feels like to win big at the casino, I can’t imagine the rush is greater than getting behind the wheel of a 570hp Ferrari F430 GT racecar with a top speed of 202mph and taking several exhilarating laps

Temperature-controlled A 570hp Ferrari F430 GT racecar at Dream Racing.

around the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Dream Racing is the only operator to ofer the racecar experience, and trust me, it’s worth every penny. (From $549; dreamracing.com) Any of the Cirque du Soleil (cirquedusoleil.com) shows are over-the-top amazing and cannot be missed. We caught “O” at the Bellagio and Te Beatles Love at Te Mirage. Of the two, I thought the diving pools that would magically appear and disappear on stage nearly as quickly as the lithe acrobats broke the surface of the water during “O” made the performance extra memorable. Shopaholics and fashionistas will find no shortage of ways to occupy their time and empty their wallets. If your style is more funky than Fendi, head to the Container Park (downtowncontainerpark.com), a three-level open air shopping destination located at the corner of 7th and Fremont Street, where boutique and pop-up shops and restaurants are housed in converted shipping containers. slmag.net

Street scene along the Las Vegas Strip.Photo by Bridget Williams.

{DINE} According to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, the city offers the most comprehensive collection of celebrity chefs, world-class restaurants and Master Sommeliers (12) than any other destination in the world. Restaurants earning the AAA Five Diamond rating in 2015 include: Restaurant Guy Savoy at Caesars Palace; Joël Robuchon at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino; Twist at Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas; and Picasso and Le Cirque at Bellagio. I’ll have to admit that noshing on indulgent trufe mac and cheese and a succulent Japanese Kobe beef steak alongside “Te Seated Lady," one of two monumental and amply curvaceous sculptures by Fernando Botero that hold court in the dining 64 slmag.net

room of Botero steakhouse in the Wynn Encore certainly didn’t inspire me to overindulge, but that doesn’t mean I skipped dessert! (wynnlasvegas.com/Dining/FineDining/Botero) Opened in May 2013 in the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, Hakkasan Las Vegas Restaurant and Nightclub is a dramatically decorated five-level space encompassing an eponymous restaurant helmed by Michelin-starred Chef Ho Chee Boon and offering Hakkasan classics such as Peking duck with Tsar Nicoulai Reserve caviar and Jasmine teasmoked beef short rib accompanied by a carefully comprised wine list and culinar y cocktail menu. (hakkasan.com/ locations/hakkasan-las-vegas/) sl

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Plates with a Purpose Tank-to-table sustainability, farm freshness and a commitment to the local community converge to craf feel good food at Smithtown Seafood Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Tony Bailey “I could talk about this place all day,” said Chef Jonathan Sanning of Smithtown Seafood and FoodChain, the impetus for the casual eatery’s existence. FoodChain is an ambitious nonproft organization that promotes education and hands-on training for sustainable indoor food production and processing. We were chatting while standing in a warehouse within the Bread Box on West Sixth Street, a mixed use development once home to a bakery for more than a century, that has since been repurposed to house West Sixth Brewing, Te Plantory, Smithtown and FoodChain. An aquaponics operation in which fsh and fora share the same water, the heart of FoodChain is a large room where several rows of lettuces, microgreens and herbs fourish under the hum of energy efcient lamps moving ever so slowly on an overhead track; blue tanks of various sizes on the perimeter of the space shelter tilapia in various stages of their life cycle. Producing an impressive 35lbs of greens and15lbs of tilapia per week, FoodChain board member Ouita Michel was inspired to start Smithfeld Seafood to support and expand the innovative eforts of the organization, founded by Rebecca Self.

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Falling under the umbrella of Michel’s burgeoning Bluegrass culinary empire, the food is certainly top shelf, as one expect, but to know that the tilapia staring at you across the table could have literally plucked from the water just hours, or even minutes before, certainly enhances the experience. Cherf Sanning came to helm the kitchen at Smithtown after running Windy Corner, another of Michel’s endeavors. A passionate supporter of the causal carryout’s commitment to sustainability and the community, he’s quick to rattle of examples that underscore his enthusiasm. “All of our fsh is sustainable. We are one of a very few restaurants anywhere to use saltwater catfsh,” he said. Due to the presence of menacing four-inch spines, the catfsh are hand-caught in Florida’s St. Johns River. Sanning explained that they had to convince fsherman to harvest what is often considered a “trash fish” by the locals. “Farm raised catfsh has no taste, while catfsh caught in the inlet has a slight salty favor,” he explained. In addition to supporting FoodChain, part of Smithtown’s mission is to bring good paying jobs to the neighborhood. Sanning said that approximately 50% of their staf hails from the immediate area. “We teach more diverse cooking techniques to our employees so that in the future they have a wider job market open to them and not just frying food at a fast food place,” he added.

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The menu, devised collaboratively by Michel and Sanning, is refreshed quarterly. Going well beyond the boundaries of its seafood moniker, oferings from the land and sea incorporate elements of various global cuisines. “We both like good food and don’t want to pidgeonhole ourselves,” said Sanning, who added that Smithtown’s frst menu had a lot of North African and Mediterranan infuence, whereas the current iteration draws cues from South American and Asian cuisines. Some of menu staples, such as a catfsh and grits, frst appeared as a weekly special and gained more permanence due to their popularity. There’s a great communal feel at the BreadBox space, where patrons can order food at the Smithtown counter and take a seat indoors or out in West Sixth’s beer garden. Te collaboration extends to the menu, where the brewery’s dark porter ale makes an appearance in the beer cheese appetizer. Michele’s Midway School Bakery provide’s Smithtown’s breads, cookies and other sweet treats (which are ideally paired with the available ice cream from Crank&Boom); the spice blend from Windy Corner kicks up the Super Spice Fries; and, ingredients sourced from a plethora of local purveyors are sprinkled throughout the menu.

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During a recent visit on a sunny Saturday, the line at the counter extended into the beer garden. Sanning’s kitchen runs like a well-oiled machine; their goal is to have just eight minutes elapse between the time an order is placed and when it is delivered to the customer. Having trouble deciding what to order, we decided to go the communal feast route, sharing an order of Parrain’s Crispy Boudin Balls (fried croquettes made from a proprietary blend of local pork, rice and spices and served with a side of remoulade sauce); a pretty Rockin’ Ricepaper Catfsh Taco (large chunks of griddle-seared catfsh with a tangy superfood slaw and microgreens enveloped in a crsipy rice paper wrapper); the aforementioned Super Spice Fries; a Shrimp Po-Boy (a huge portion with a half-dozen rolled and fried Canaveral white shrimp); the Beef Well-Ington Burger (made with local beef, Kenny’s Barren County Bleu Cheese and FoodChain microgreens); Shrimip and Grits (with Weisenberger cheese grits so creamy and decadent they could stand in for dessert); a Singapore Salad (chock full of greens and herbs culled from the FoodChain operation, dressed in a Ginger-Soy vinaigrette and presented in a large edible rice paper bowl); and sides of immensely favorful Nebbe Black-Eyed Pea Salad and Greek Salad. Full as we were from the feasting, we couldn’t resist devising our own dessert by combining scoops of Crank & Boom’s Super Fudge and Strawberry ice cream and crumbling a colossal cookie from Midway Bakery over the top. A meal with a mission never tasted so good. sl Open for lunch and dinner, Smithtown Seafood is located at 501 West Sixth Street. For more information call 859.303.4100 or visit smithtownseafood.com.

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From Bella Rose: Yoana Baraschi dress.

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From Embryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s: Escada Dachain jersey dress. From Stuart Mercer: Luigi Bianchi Mantova jacket, Hiltl dress slack and Seaward & Stearn tie.

From the Keeneland Gift Shop: Vineyard Vines Classic Murray shirt, tie and cotton quarter-zip; Peter Millar slacks; Smather and Branson needlepoint belt.

From Crittenden Fine Gentlemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Clothing: Tie and Crittenden Sport wool blazer and dress slacks. From Te Keeneland Gift Shop: Vineyard Vines Cooper shirt.

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From the Keeneland Gift Shop: Vineyard Vines Cooper shirt and Whale jersey; Southern Proper Campus pants.

From Rodes for Her: St. John lace and border print jacquard dress in navy.

From Embryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s: Tadashi Shoji neoprene Lillian dress in sapphire and black.

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From Rodes for Him: Isaia shirt and suit, Eton tie and pocket square.

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From Stuart Mercer: Pocket square, Beretta blazer and Hiltl wool dress slacks.

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1) From Penny Love Designs: Graduated natural lapis bead necklace with gold swirl beads. 2) John Hardy Shelia 3) From Corbett-Frame: Marco Bicego 18k yellow-gold bracelet with cushion cut irregular faceted London topaz, African amethyst, yellow quartz, rhodolite, lolite, pink tourmaline and green tourmaline stones. 4) From Seng Jewelers: 18k white gold bracelet with 302ctw of multi-colored star sapphires and 3.34ctw of diamonds. 5) From Shelia Bayes: Rolex Cellini Time in 18 CT Everose Gold. 6) From Seng Jewelers: 18K white gold fower ring designed by Picchiotti featuring a white 15.5mm South Sea cultured pearl, 2.0 ctw of round brilliant -cut diamonds and 7.27ctw of vivid blue sapphires. 7) From Corbett-Frame: Sydney Evan 14k yellow-gold multi mini evil eye bracelet with bezel set diamonds.

AJ’s Casuals – 867 E. High St. – 253.1798 Bella Rose – 126 W. Maxwell St. – 255-2565 – bellarosestyle.com Corbett-Frame Jewelers – 369 W. Vine St. – 254.1963 – corbett-frame.com Crittenden Fine Gentlemen’s Clothing – 141 E. Main St. in Midway – 859.846.4228 – crittendenclothes.com Embry’s – 3361 Tates Creek Rd. – 269-3390 – embrys.com FatBoy USA – fatboyusa.com Keeneland Gift Shop – 4201 Versailles Road in Lexington – 859.288.4236 – keenelandgiftshop.nrostores.com Penny Love Designs – pennylovedesigns.com Rodes for Him and for Her – 4938 Brownsboro Road – 753.7633 – rodes.com Seng Jewelers – 453 Fourth St. – 585.5109 – sengjewelers.com Shelia Bayes Fine Jewelers – 410 W. Vine St. – 225-4043 – sheliabayes.com Stuart Mercer Gentleman’s Shoppe – 126 W. Maxwell St. in Lexington – 859.309.0357 – stuartmercer.com Hair and Makeup: Nick Carter for Joseph’s Salon and Catherine Kung for Catherine Jones Beauté. Models: Jake Brin of Loft Talent, Karen Casi, Lily Freytag, Annaa Hurst, Catherine Kung. Photography: Andrew Kung,assisted by Hannah Jones and Daniel Jones. Stylist: Bridget Williams. Shot on location at Wisspering Acres.

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Society

Cardinal Hill KY Bash, 6pm, Donamire Farm; cardnialhill.org Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, New York City; mbfashionweek.com Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association National Awards Dinner, Hill ‘n’ Dale Farm; toba.org KY Cork & Tap Wine and Beer Series, 5pm, 5/3 Pavilion; downtownlex.com Expo Chicago; expochicago.com Black Jacket Symphony, 8pm, Lexington Opera House; lexingtonoperahouse.com The Betsy benefting The Markey Cancer Foundation, 5pm, The Kentucky Horse Park LexArts Gallery Hop, 5-8pm; galleryhoplex.com Shaker Village Garden Supper, 6:30pm, Shaker Village at Pleasant Hill, shakervillageky.org BRCC presents the Black and White Ball, 8pm, The Apiary United Way of the Bluegrass presents Night to Unite, The Signature Club; juwbg.org Monaco Yacht Show; monacoyachtshow.com Beauty and the Beast, Lexington Opera House; lexingtonoperahouse.com American Cancer Society Belles and Beaus Ball, Polo Barn at Saxony; cancer.org

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The Bourbon Social; thebourbonsocial.com Keeneland Fall Meet, Keeneland Race Track; keeneland.com Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure 5K, 7am, Robert Stephen Courthouse Plaza; komenlexington.org South Pacifc presented by Opera Lex and UK Opera Theatre, The Lexington Opera House; lexingtonoperahouse.com NYC Food and Wine Festival; nycwff.org Emmy Lou Harris and Rodney Crowell, Lexington Opera House; lexingtonoperahouse.com Breeders’ Cup Champions for Charities, Keeneland Markers Mark Pavilion; breederscup.com Breeders’ Cup, Keeneland Race Track; breederscup.com

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BLUEGRASS INTERNATIONAL CUP Held at Mt. Brilliant Farm, proceeds from the elegant 9th annual event dually beneft the Fayette Alliance and Markey Cancer Foundation.

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1) William & Brittany Haugh 2) Darren & Kelly Taylor, Brooks Scudder, Georgia Henkel, Start Hordner 3) Mike & Stefanie Moynahan 4) Ashley Deem, Katie Hackney 5) Jen Roytz, Gay Bredin, Tara Mitty, Jen Patterson 6) Ally Lansdale, Stephanie Lovich 7) Barry & Anne Stills, Evi & Ron Shashi 8) Megan Buchanan, Jef Hayes, Jordan Dough

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FOOD FIGHT

Te Lexington Art League collaborated with CRAVE Lexington for FEAST Food Fight: A Fourth Friday Event. Participants were encouraged to don white and assume the role of a wearable canvas as they slung over-ripe produce donated by the Good Foods Co-op and Te Weekly Juicery at one another. Te event was held in conjunction with the LALâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s summer exhibition, FEAST: Pleasure + Hunger + Ritual.

1) Zachary Langdon, Dean Langdon, Stephanie Harris, Beth Hellebusch 2) Taylor Davis, Natalee McDowell, Paul Cartier 3) Robbie Morgan, Ken Tiemeyer 4) Richard Young, Rachel Myers

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CARS AND CANAPÉS

Taft and Douglas Rood hosted a cocktail reception and dinner at their home for supporters, participants and patrons of the 11th annual Keeneland Concours D’Elegance, beneftting the Kentucky Children’s Hospital.

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1) Bruce Manor, Beth Dean, Langdon Hellbusch 2) Cindy Cross, Margaret Price-Swim, Judy Miller, Emory Sebastian 3) Wendy Bernard, Alyssa Bernard 4) Peggy Richards, Carrie Howard, Annie Steele 5) Zella Daugherty. Andre Pater 6) Mary Ferlan, Connie Jennings 7) Connie & Tom Jones 8) Taft & Douglas Rood

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AN EVENING IN THE GARDENS

A popular prelude to the Bluegrass International Cup, 150 guests converged upon Te Apiary for an evening of gourmet food and signature cocktails.

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1) Beth Pride, Kelly Brewer 2) Jen Hasley, Topher & Peyton Merrill 3) Becky Goodman, Ann Bakhaus, Mary Catherine White 4) Don Jacobs, Samantha Lange 5) Hutton & Allie Goodman 6) Orin & Lee Ann Ingram 7) Jim & Suzanne Elliott 8) Jamie Leveridge, Kristi Martin

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HANGAR BASH

Presented by Bluegrass Motorsport, the annual Hangar Bash, held at the Aviation Museum of Kentucky, serves as the kick-of event for the Keeneland Concours dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Elegance. 6

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1) Jed & Brooke Amadon, Meredith & Sean Moody 2) Steve & Amy Plaster 3) Susan & Ralph Coldiron, Jay Cain, Rebeca Bach 4) Tom Padgett, Shar & Joe Montgomery 5) Featured artist Marsha Casale 6) Rob Musds, Christine Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Eramo 7) Anne Boven, Erica & Aaron Stringer 8) Rachel Robinson, Peggy Richards, Wyatt Montgomery, Lisa Magnet, Jill Brown, Lori Rutherford

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One of the most magnifcent houses in Lexington! Newly remodeled home backs to a peaceful lake and trees. Updated interior features new lighting fxtures, new decor and paint, & amazing new granite mantels. Two Master Bedroom suites, each with a lavish Master Bath and Closet.

The most remarkable restoration in downtown Lexington! The main parlor features exquisite pier mirrors and museum quality features.

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Beaumont Reserve home offers an open LR and DR with lots of hardwood fooring. Spacious FR and updated Kitchen/Breakfast Room.

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1320 Big Pond Cir Wonderful 12.55 acre horse property in Scott Co. Updated home, heated inground pool plus a well maintained 7 stall horse barn.

3541 Castlegate Wynd

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One owner home features a 2 story GR open to the bright Kitchen/Breakfast Rm, 1st foor Master Bedroom plus a fnished Basement.

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Gorgeous Beaumont Reserve home with 6BR, 6.5BA, 7,330 sf, hardwood foors, plus fnished walkout Bsmt w/Rec Room & Home Theatre.

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Remarkable home features quality materials & workmanship, volume ceilings & marble foors, 10 beautiful treed acres including a scenic lake.

1425 Essex Park

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Gorgeous .49 acre lot in Lakewood. Large formal LR & DR plus a FR leading to the Sun Room with views of the backyard and pool.

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This amazing 6025 sf Country French home sits on 91 acres with 2 barns w/ 30 stalls, dressage arena, managers house plus 13 paddocks.

2132 Island Dr

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Amazing lake views! Fabulous open foor plan with volume ceilings & lots of windows, screened porch .45 acre lot with a boat dock.

4865 Tates Creek Rd $2,850,000 Beautiful home on almost 10 treed acres with resort style addition of Indoor Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Gym & Home Theater.

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KEENELAND CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE

A 1937 Bugatti Type 57SC Atalante presented by the Patterson Collection of Louisville was awarded Best of Show as well as the Children’s Choice Award winner during the 12th annual event at the historic Keeneland Race Course. Dr. Anthony Manganaro of Ohio was given the Lee Iacocca Award in recognition of his lifetime of supporting the collector car hobby and his philanthropic endeavors. Proceeds from the Concours weekend event beneft Kentucky Children’s Hospital.

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1) Donna & Jim Hudson 2) Shelby & David Hume 3) Olivia Powers, Jennifer & Corey Stith, Katie Swim 4) Almeta & Danny McGlothun 5) Tina & David Brichacek 6) Ralph Marcum 7) Connie Jones, Fred Rutherford, Peggy Richards, Tom Jones

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SIPS AND SADDLES

On Friday June 19th, the Maker’s Mark Secretariat Center held its annual fundraiser, Sips ‘n Saddles, to raise awareness about and funds for the rehabilitation and reschooling of scores of racehorses that go unnoticed by the crowds’ year in year out so that they can go on to new equestrian endeavors in loving homes. Legendary Lexington culinary haven, Red State Barbecue, dished out pulled pork and brisket and other palette pleasers. Guests downed the meal with Kentucky ales and a Maker’s specialty cocktail crafted specifcally for the event. Country superstar Mark Wills treated the guests to an exclusive concert. Following an impromptu acoustic performance by country music singer Templeton Tompson, a genuine halter worn by the 2015 Triple Crown winner with a feece crown piece signed by jockey Victor Espinosa and trainer Bob Bafert was brought to the stage for auction.

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1) Hannah Curtis and Rosie Napravnik with Double Minded aka “Dublin” 2) Timothy Capps, Susanna Tomas, Chris McCarron 3) Mark Wills and Band 4) Saint Kris ‘11 aka “Kris” and Emma Oakley 5) Dorothy Crowell on Dare Me aka “Darren” 6) Templeton Tomas and Sam Tomas 7) Katie Penn, Gibson Wilhite

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