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765 East 7th St. 3 blocks off Winchester Rd. | 859.225.7426 English leather suitcases, imported furniture, and English SHELLEY china, miniature furniture, as well as early Kentucky and American. Custom trunk restoration a specialty. Mon-Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5.
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EDITOR - IN - CHIEF Bridget Williams ______________________________________________ ASSOCIATE EDITORS Kay Matton Jen Dotson ART DIRECTOR Jason Yann CONTRIBUTORS Writers Patti Bailey Dr. Matthew Bessen Ellana Bessen Bob Beggs Kirby Camm Matthew Boone Gardiner Scott Harper Rex Lyons Alice Gray Stites Steve Wilson Photographers Tony Bailey Chad Henle Andrew Kung COPY EDITOR Jennifer Newton Allison O’Daniel Director of Photography Eric Williams Advertising Sales Office 502.582.6563 ______________________________________________ Publisher Eric Williams Sophisticated Living is published by Sophisticated Living, LLC, P.O. BOX 1229, Prospect, Kentucky 40059 USA. All Rights Reserved. Sophisticated Living is published six times a year. All images and editorial are the property of Sophisticated Living, LLC and cannot be reproduced in whole or in part without written permission. Annual subscription fees are $25.00; please add $5 for subscriptions outside the US. Single copies may be purchased for $5 at select fine retail outlets. Address all subscription inquiries to: Sophisticated Living, PO Box 1229, Prospect, KY 40059. To order back issues or reprints of 100 or more, call 502.582.6563.
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From the Editor-In-Chief It’s been said that the advent of Google means that one can never truly forget; typing in a random string of words has the power to conjure up a movie or event teetering on the tip of the tongue. I recently had a similar experience while being interviewed by my daughter for a school project. The line of questioning focused on my recollections of interests and activities when I was a fifth grader. As I struggled to clear out the cobwebs of those long-ago experiences, and unsure of dates for certain television shows and songs, I found myself doing computer fact-checking to authenticate my memories. Monchichis, Burples, Cabbage Patch Kids and Smurf Berry Crunch (one of my favorite cereals) were just a few of the search results from querying “fads of 1983.” While the two of us shared a few laughs watching commercials of the aforementioned on You Tube, I felt really old when she asked, “What the heck is a Boom Box?” After that I didn’t even bother trying to explain the slick break dancing mat that I received for Christmas that year. As difficult as it was to go past generalizations and into specifics without the aid of a computer during my interview, I find that when I’m in the car and a song from the past comes on, it’s like turning on a faucet of memories – the most obscure recollections spring forth to paint a vivid picture of a lost moment in time. For instance, on those rare occasions I hear “Tie a Yellow Ribbon” by Tony Orlando and Dawn, I can see the marvelously mustached Tony - flanked by two women in white dresses with yellowed feather trim - on the 8-track as I selected it from the case during a cross country family vacation. Speaking of icons of obsolescence, hearing Stevie Wonder sing “Sir Duke” dials up an ordinary moment in the late 1970s. Suddenly I am five-years-old and singing loudly as I ride with my mother in our pea green Pinto Squire wagon. Any mention of this gives my mother pangs of buyer’s remorse as she sold her much sexier Plymouth Barracuda for the spontaneously combustible butt of all automotive jokes. I’d have to agree with her angst, as I can’t think of any rock anthems dedicated to the Pinto! Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” provides a flashback to high school when I was joined by a carful of girls crammed into my friend’s AMC Pacer (which shares space with the Pinto as two of the top 15 worst cars ever built). As we belted out the lyrics, a la Wayne’s World, one of the hubcaps fell off, and several of us jumped out and ran after it, laughing all the way. With spring flirtatiously arriving in fits and starts – big brother winter lingers, ready to admonish unwanted advances with a slap of cold air – the soundtrack of the rites of spring is slowly growing louder. Equally welcome as the chorus of songbirds returning from their southern roosts is the camaraderie of joining in song to “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” at the Reds season opener and the “Call to the Post” at Keeneland and Churchill Downs, which unite young and old in celebration of some of our most beloved pastimes. Play Ball! Bridget Williams, Editor-in-Chief
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I love the Internet but will forever pledge my allegiance to the magazine, especially fashion magazines. I truly covet them, tear pages out, blog about them, copy outfits, save them like a fine wine collection and use many of them as shopping guides. Every month I anticipate who will adorn each cover as much as what designer(s) will drape the interior pages. March is my favorite issue, so it comes as no surprise that this spring fashion issue of SLmag is my favorite [each year]. March means a lot of things to people, but one thing is certain … March equals spring fashion trends! Once again designers are showcasing brightly colored collections. Many say color (especially red and orange) is the new black, but for me black will always be the new black. Luckily accessories this year are equally as vivid as other trendy options. However, as a woman who loves clothing and personal style, every year I continue to attempt adding an explosion of hues to the wardrobe. How can I not, when there are so many brilliant options! As I mentioned before, if you are shy to the color saturation, accessories are an excellent way to introduce color through handbags, shoes, scarves … the options are endless. Another reason this issue is special, two words – photo shoot! Photo shoots, although they rarely start or end on time, are always exciting and fabulous! It truly is a day of personal satisfaction, draping a gorgeous model, at a hip venue, in amazing fashions ... um, one word – fabulous! I am extremely grateful to work with SLmag and have the opportunity to showcase many of our local boutiques. Lexington boutique shopping offers an impressive selection of high-end designer collections. From Trina Turk, DVF, Kate Spade, French Connection and Wildfox to Shoshanna, Nicole Miller, Voom! and many more, one is certain to find that ideal option for any occasion. Enjoy the flair of spring! Take a color chance. What do you have to lose? You might be surprised. Cheers to color!
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Art Deco Revisited Written by Kirby Camm, Bittners
I never thought much about which countries produced Art Deco furniture before discovering this unusual Art Deco desk (more about it being a desk later on in the article). This piece was made in Italy, a country not typically associated with Art Deco furniture. Discovering any interesting antique furniture piece is always exciting, but finding one that is Art Deco and Italianmade is an instant attention-grabber for any antique enthusiast. France, England and the United States are the dominant countries associated with Art Deco furniture. Granted, Art Deco architecture was popular in numerous countries throughout the world, and many fabulous buildings were built worldwide during the Deco time period (1920s to 1945). However, Art Deco furniture design and construction in various countries is a completely different story. Over the years I have seen a few pieces of Swedish and Hungarian Art Deco furniture, but I have never seen any Art Deco furniture that was designed and made in Italy. When I first viewed this piece, it was open and looked like an interesting desk with a great center section to place a laptop computer. After acquiring the piece, I made an embarrassing discovery while closing and reopening: a mirrored back in the center section, which was a dead giveaway that the piece is actually a bar! Bars were very fashionable in the Art Deco time period, and consequently there are Art Deco bars in all shapes and configurations. Italian furniture has always been designed with a certain degree of panache, and this Italian Deco bar is no exception.
Although simple in design, the designer/furniture maker crafted this bar in an unquestionably Italian style in several different ways. First, the doors are completely covered in small rectangles of shagreen. Shagreen, sometimes called galuchat, is leather made from stingray skin. It is covered with numerous bony denticles of tooth or tooth-like projections. Shagreen was frequently incorporated as an accent on French-made Art Deco wood furniture, but in moderation. In contrast, this Italian-made piece uses shagreen to make a bold and large statement, but at the same time, the use of cream-colored shagreen lends this bar a feeling of understated elegance. Another interesting aspect on the subject of this bar being totally Italian instead of a French clone is the wood used in its making. On the whole, French Deco furniture used exotic timbers. The wood used in the illustrated bar is mahogany, which is certainly not exotic. However, the Italian designer had the mahogany timber bleached to give it a completely different look. Lastly, the feet or legs on this bar are not Art Deco but Italian Futurism. Futurism was an artistic and social movement that originated in Italy in the early 20th century. Everything about this Italian bar was done with finesse. From the unusual, bright, brilliant mirror inside the bar, to storage space and how the bar looks great open or closed, no matter how you look at this Art Deco bar/desk, its duality of uses and striking good looks make for a wonderful and stylish antique. sl
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Influences On Style And Flavor Of Wine Written by Scott Harper, MS There are many influences on the style and flavor of wines. Consequently, many books have been written, classes taught and research done all about how a wine’s flavor and style will be impacted. I believe that there are no more important influences than climate and winemaking. In order to describe the dramatic effect these two elements have on wine, one must generalize, and there are certainly exceptions to every rule. But more times than not, these are true. Climate Let’s start with the all-important climate of the vineyard. Keep in mind, climate is different than weather. Climate is the long-term behavior of the area, where weather is the short-term behavior. Although there are many growing influences that affect the complexity and intensity of grape flavor, the climate has the largest impact. Certainly we all realize this is a general statement, but if you say the world is divided into cold, cool, warm and hot climates, these broad general classifications paint a mind’s eye view of the world’s climate. One of the exceptions to these generalities, which speaks to the importance of vintage, is there are warm years in cool climate areas and cold years in warm climate areas. Toss in climate change, and it can get very interesting. Professionals tend to divide the world of wine into two climates: warm and cool with the modifier moderate, as in moderately cool or moderately warm. But for our purposes, we will keep it simple and general, especially as we do not see wine being produced in cold and hot climates. In Warm Climate, grapes produce wines that have very ripe, almost sweet tasting fruit, high alcohol and low acid. They tend to be medium- to full-bodied, rich and powerful wines that are very enjoyable to drink by themselves or with simple foods. Examples of warm climate areas would be California, Australia and South America, among others. In Cool Climate, grapes produce wines that have more tart tasting fruit, moderate alcohol and high acid. They are
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light- to medium-bodied wines with more fragrance and elegance. They tend to be more enjoyable with a wide range of foods. Examples of cool climate areas would be Germany, Austria, northern France and northern Italy, among others. Winemaking Winemakers can put their fingerprint on the wines they make, or they can keep the wine’s fingerprint; some call this Old World or traditional winemaking versus New World or modern winemaking. Old World winemaking is practiced mostly by historic wine producing regions such as France, Italy, Spain and Germany. This method emphasizes the flavor of the grape through regionalism; therefore there is less use of oak and winemaking techniques. A lack of technology means these wines will not be squeaky clean, so secondary flavors of minerals, stones, earth, and forest floor develop or are not covered up by winemaking. New World winemaking is practiced mostly by young wine producing regions such as the United States, Australia, South Africa, South America and New Zealand. It focuses on producing a specific style of wine regardless of grape type. Marketing dictates the use of technology to make lush, fruitforward wine that is lavishly oaked and will garner big points from the wine critics. The winemaker is the star, not the grape or region. There are exceptions to these generalities, such as New World/Modern winemaking in old-world countries or Old World winemaking in new-world countries. sl
Cool Climate wine Sancerre Merlin-Cherrier ‘09 (Loire, France) Loire Valley arguably makes some of the best Sauvignon Blanc in the world. The region that makes the best Sauvignon Blanc in the Loire Valley is Sancerre. Sancerre is loaded with Myer lemons, gooseberries, fresh herbs and minerals. The wine is lightbodied, dry and high acid. Domain bottled. Warm Climate wine Viognier Zaca Mesa ‘08 (Santa Ynez, California) The grape Viognier originally hails from Northern Rhone, France. It is amazingly perfumed, textured, ultra ripe, full-bodied, rich, low acid and dry, with flavors of white peach, honeysuckle and an explosive floral fruit basket.
Old World Winemaking Barolo Paolo Scavino ‘05 (Piedmont, Italy) Barolo is from the northern Italian region of Piedmont. It is made from Nebbiolo grape, which is arguably one of the best grapes in Italy for red wine. The wine is dry, tannic and fullbodied with the flavors of blackberries, leather, earth and roses. New World Winemaking Cabernet Blend Chappellet Mountain Cuvee ‘07 (Napa Valley, California) Made from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon 51%, Merlot 46%, Malbec 1%, Cabernet Franc 1% and Petit Verdot 1%. This is a big, rich, oaky, spicy, mouthful of a wine with flavors of cola, blackberries, plums and mocha.
Scott is General Manager of the Bristol Bar & GrilleJeffersonville and is Wine Director/Sommelier for the 5 Bristol Bar & Grille’s in Louisville and Indiana. He teaches wine through Bellarmine University. Scott is a Master Sommelier and a Certified Wine Educator.
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As the first generational refresh of the A8 line since 2004, the 2011 Audi A8 (MSRP from $78,050) ushers in a new era of progressive luxury as the flagship sedan of the Audi brand. The third generation of the A8 model line is built on Audi’s proven combination of an ASF, MMI® user interface, stately interior craftsmanship, quattro® all-wheel-drive and adaptive air suspension – innovations matched only by the optimized 4.2-liter direct injection V8 and all-new eight-speed automatic transmission. The significantly updated A8 drivetrain delivers increased horsepower, torque, fuel economy and performance over the previous generation, underlining the goal of delivering the discerning driver the ultimate in luxury driving dynamics and efficiency. Paramount in the design process was creating a visage of sporty progressiveness that opens new territory while remaining grounded in a clear and logical progression of the A8. In
comparison to its predecessor, increasingly muscular wheel arches speak to the enthusiast driver, while further refinement of running lines that flow to a subtly arched trunk lend the allnew A8 an air of elegance. Technological innovation shines brilliantly via industry-first full-LED front headlamps with both high and low beam function. The new A8 builds upon Audi’s leadership in aluminum design and manufacturing via its latest generation ASF. There is 25 percent more static torsional rigidity, while new welding technologies contribute to reduced weight, producing greater fuel efficiency, benchmark-levels of passive safety and improved handling. The ASF now weighs some 40 percent less than a comparable steel structure. As a result of such innovation, the 2011 A8 gains no weight over the previous car, despite the new model’s growth of three inches fore and aft and two inches in width.
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Fine materials paired with optimized solutions create driver and passenger experiences unrivaled by the competition. Key to this theme is the 2011 A8’s “Koenigsfuge” or “King’s Joint,” the juncture between door and dashboard. At this point, no less than four different materials and design lines intersect, melding deep wood inlays, aluminum accents, leather dashboard covering and plastics in a hallmark of ingenuity. Designers were given free reign to draft the A8’s environmental lines with a focus purely on creating a flow around the passengers. Roominess is accented by driver-selectable LED lighting themes including ivory, polar and ruby modes, creating a connection between driver and passengers and an overall feeling of lightness within the interior surrounding the floating center console. During the day, natural light floods the cabin though a pair of skylights. As the center of power and control, the driver has access to innumerable options at his or her fingertips. Audi drive select now arrives as standard equipment, presenting the driver with options that span both sport and comfort (Dynamic, Comfort, Auto, Individual). The shift-by-wire gearshift lever is inspired by the throttles found on board yachts and serves as an ergonomic hand rest for operating the MMI touch interface. Because such considerations mean nothing if they intrude on
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the overall theme of elegance that the A8 embodies, all interior elements – such as the foldaway MMI screen – were designed to occupy as little space as possible. Like the rest of the all-new 2011 A8, the new model’s 4.2 FSI V8 powerplant returns with significant improvements in both performance and comfort. Refinements include an increase to 372 hp versus the previous car’s 350 hp and a complementary growth of torque to 328 lb-ft against the previous car’s 325 lb-ft. An Audi valvelift system complements the revised engine, and FSI direct injection cements Audi as the only car company in the U.S. that sells 100 percent of its gasoline engines with direct injection. The sedan’s zero to 60 mph time has improved to an estimated 5.7 seconds. For those in search of the ultimate in performance and luxury, the A8L W12 will no doubt fit the bill. Thanks to the implementation of Audi FSI direct injection, the big engine generates a full 500 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque, as compared to the previous car’s 450 hp and 428 lb-ft of torque. The increased performance is enough to push the long-wheelbase A8 to 62 mph in just 4.9 seconds (est). Despite the obvious performance gains of the 2011 A8L W12, the new car manages to be about 12 percent more efficient than the outgoing model.
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A first for the A8 family, power will be channeled via an eight-speed automatic transmission, resulting in 17 percent better fuel economy compared to the previous car. Controlled via the center gearshift lever or standard wheel-mounted manumatic shifting paddles, the new transmission powers a new quattro rearbiased all-wheel-drive system, splitting torque 40:60 (front:rear). The A8 stands as the only car in the luxury performance segment with AWD as standard equipment, and the rear-bias puts power to the road where performance-minded drivers demand it. An optional Sports differential offers variable torque distribution on the rear axle, dramatically reducing understeer and increasing driving agility and traction. Technology plays a new and expanded role in the 2011 A8 through Audi pre sense and adaptive cruise control. Pre sense comprises several preventive occupant protection systems that are activated if a critical driving situation arises. If instability is detected, reversible belt tensioners hold passengers in place while seats adjust to optimal placement. The sunroof and side windows close to shield the passenger compartment. Adaptive air shock absorbers adjust to improve braking and performance, and twostage partial braking activates. Audi braking guard warns the driver of critical situations with an audible warning and a braking jolt. In the case of unavoidable collisions, emergency braking is executed autonomously to minimize impact. Optional equipment in the 2011 A8 includes night vision displayed on the seven-inch driver information display that bridges the main gauges in the driver’s panel. At night, pedestrian-
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detection systems highlight otherwise concealed people and provide a warning if the pedestrian is crossing the path of the vehicle, giving drivers ample time for course correction. Technological innovation abounds in the new A8, networked though all elements of the sedan to improve performance, luxury and safety. Often the most successful application of technology is transparent to the end user, but where direct man-machine interface is required, the 2011 A8 offers the most natural link yet experienced in the automotive realm. The next-generation of Audi’s MMI system includes MMI touch, providing users with a touchpad that is conveniently located on the center console. MMI touch, which is capable of recognizing handwriting for text entry applications such as navigation destinations, enables users to trace letters with a fingertip. The touchpad also acts as a pointer for map functions, a number pad for radio functions, and it can be used to scroll lists in the MMI. Building on users’ experiences with current smartphones, the new touch interface is the ultimate extension of Audi’s “joy of use” concept for drivercar interaction. Also available is an optional factory-installed WLAN hotspot for wireless Internet access. Available in two iterations, the standard A8 4.2 FSI and a long-wheelbase A8L 4.2 FSI, the new A8’s suite of increased standard features is shared across both models. While both models have the high-level standard features in common, the A8L adds a new Executive Rear Seating package, expanding on the comfort and configurability of the luxurious interior. Rear passengers
now enjoy rear seat entertainment with dual 10-inch screens, a sizeable refrigerator and four-zone air conditioning. There is also a relaxation seat in the back with a power footrest and a fixed console, which even includes a table. Through a full function MMI controller, rear seat passengers can program the navigation or choose music settings on their own media jukebox. The A8 4.2 enjoys ample standard equipment, including ESP – a program designed to incorporate the vehicle’s ABS, EBD, EDL and ASR to control the sedan’s dynamic movements, thereby creating a more stable driving platform. Standard servotronic power steering varies the amount of steering assist depending on vehicle speed, and Audi adaptive air suspension delivers infinitely variable damping. Outside, the A8 4.2 boasts 19-inch, 10-spoke alloy wheels, tinted glass for added privacy, heated side view mirrors and windshield washer nozzles. Audi xenon plus headlights and taillights with LED daytime running lights define the face of the sedan and include Audi adaptive light, which articulates the headlamps up to 15 degrees based on vehicle speed and steering wheel angle. Highpressure headlight washers ensure optimal visibility regardless of climate conditions. The interior of the A8 4.2 delivers a three-spoke, leatherwrapped multifunction steering wheel with shift paddles. In addition, the steering column uses an automatic tilt away function to allow for easier ingress and egress. Premium Valetta
leather upholstery surrounds the 18-way adjustable front seats, and a fully automatic dual-zone, draftless climate control system keeps the cabin comfortable. A central locking system, power windows with one-touch up/down feature and cruise control are standard. The A8L 4.2 adds to the well-equipped nature of the A8 4.2 with standard equipment such as an attractive four-spoke steering wheel with shift paddles and power closing doors. The A8L 4.2 also makes use of Audi advanced key – allowing the driver to lock, unlock and start the vehicle without ever removing the key from his or her pocket – and power door closers for all four doors automatically close the last inch of operation. Also included is the Audi parking system with rear parking sensors and rearview camera. Both the A8 and A8 L offer HomeLink® garage door opener and Bluetooth® hands free as standard. A number of additional packages are available to help buyers create the perfect A8. Both models offer a Premium package that includes front seat ventilation, 22-way multicontour comfort front seats with pneumatic lumbar support and pneumatic seat massage. A Sport package is available, featuring 20-inch five-triple spoke wheels with summer tires, Valcona leather with sport stitched diamond look, adaptive air suspension, dynamic steering and quattro sport differential. sl
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Of note... Royal Wedding
Vagabond House pewter frog prince salt and pepper shaker set ($40). Available through Bittners in Louisville, LV Harkness & Company in Lexington and Lillian C. Limited in Cincinnati.
Hoping to inspire global philanthropy, the heir to Buckham palace and his brideto-be are bucking tradition by asking guests to forgo lavish gifts in favor of donations to charity. Prince William is patron of 23 charities and guests at his April 29 wedding to Kate Middleton will be advised on how to make postal and online donations when they receive their invitations. Peace Dove from Herend ($1,950) in platinum. Available through Goldsmith Cardel in Cincinnati, L.V. Harkness & Co. in Lexington and Dolfingers in Louisville.
In Great Britain, brides sew a good luck charm, such as the silver horseshoe of royal British brides, to the hem of their wedding dresses. Tradition also calls for the bride to carry a horseshoe, streaming with ribbons, for good luck. Tiny Treasures pendant ($760) in 18k white gold/diamonds by Roberto Coin. Available through Nordstom in Cincinnati and Shelia Bayes Fine Jewelers in Lexington.
During the Tudor period in England, wedding guests threw shoes at the newlyweds as they were leaving the church for good luck. The modern tradition is to tie shoes to the wedding getaway vehicle. Stuart Weitzman 'Loverly' ($365) silver glitter t-strap evening sandal (stuartweitzman.com).
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Fit for a Prince - Painter Marc Chagall's dreamscape scenes depicting bouquets of flowers, dancers, acrobats and painters with their palettes have been authentically replicated by Bernardaud on French porcelain. Shown is ‘Sketch for the Opera Ceiling’ coupe ($540). Available through Goldsmith Cardel in Cincinnati; L.V. Harkness in Lexington; and, Dolfinger's and Dover House Antiques and Mercantile in Louisville.
'Splendid', a crystal service designed by Moser in 1911 was among the 2,500 gifts Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh received in honor of their 1947 nuptials. Champagne flute ($290). Available at Goldsmith Cardel in Cincinnati, LV Harkness in Lexington and Dolfingers in Louisville.
Married in 1811, young n e w l y we d s Ni c o l a s Pe r r i e r and Adèle Jouët, founded the House of Perrier-Jouët and set about acquiring the most prized vineyards in the Côte des Blancs. Today Perrier Jouët owns 160 acres of vines in the best area in Champagne with an average “cru rating” of over 99%, including 99 acres in the Grand Cru Villages of Cramant and Avize.The 1999 Fleur de Champagne ($145) is a Brut wine, composed of 50% Chardonnay, 45% Pinot Noir and 5% Pinot Meunier grapes.
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New Kid on the Block A mere 18 miles separates Palm Beach from Delray Beach to the south, although the collective disposition between the two is worlds apart. Lined with an eclectic selection of kitschy souvenir shops, restaurants and boutiques, the heart of Delray is Atlantic Avenue. While there is high-style to be found, one is more apt to see flip-flops than stilettos. In September 2010 it was voted "Best Main Street in Florida” by readers of Florida Monthly Magazine as part of the 15th Annual Best of Florida Awards. Notable resident Tomas Maier, creative director of Bottega Veneta and founder of his eponymous label, chose Delray to enjoy the benefits of being able to keep a low-key profile.
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Situated prominently on the boulevard on the site of a former nondescript strip mall and just a shell’s throw from the two-mile long public beach is The Seagate Hotel & Spa. Opened in 2010, the 156room luxury boutique resort fills a niche for upscale lodging, dining and spa services without spoiling the area’s unpretentiousness. A LEED Gold-certified property, the hotel boasts energ yefficient and recycled materials, such as the recycled mesquite wood floors in the lobby and motion sensing light fixtures. Air conditioning automatically shuts off when balcony doors are opened in guest rooms or when a room is not under reservation. There are bins for in-room recycling, and bars of soap are collected, sterilized and melted down into new bars for shipment to Haiti.
The Seagate Hotel & Spa, Delray Beach
Delray native Chris Leighton, who lives just a few blocks away, designed the interiors of the hotel, restaurant and spa. He took design cues from rocks and shells he collected from the beach, as well as the varied colors of the water as it interacts with sunlight throughout the day. A three-dimensional “wave wall� behind the reception desk sits across the room from a 5,000-gallon reef tank in the main lobby (an eel and lion fish tank can be found in the smaller lobby). Overhead, unique pleated silk light fixtures in ceiling recesses call to mind a jellyfish. Clean-lined contemporary furnishings configured in cozy seating arrangements exhibit a strong presence. Outside, a covered terrace is a favorite spot for watching the parade of people and cars that parade up and down Atlantic Avenue day and night.
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The standard guest rooms average an impressive 500 square feet, and all but 21 of the rooms have a balcony. For those needing slightly more elbowroom, the hotel recently debuted three two -bedroom suites, one one-bedroom suite and an expansive Bridal Suite featuring two separate living areas. The tranquil rooms and suites are executed in a soft contemporary style with mahogany woodwork and tropical touches consistent with the rest of the property. Decorating the walls are photographs that highlight local plants and vegetation. Sculptural casegoods are from the Wendell Castle Collection. Smart room technolog y allows g uests to control lig hting and temperature from a touch panel just inside the door. Air conditioning automatically shuts off when balcony doors are opened or when a room is not under reservation.
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Popular with children, the entrance to the Atlantic Grill is flanked by a pair of tanks that are home to brightly colored eels with menacing-looking teeth. Serving lunch and dinner daily and a weekend brunch, the space boasts five distinct dining rooms, a large bar accentuated by a jelly fish tank, a Chef ’s Table serving four- and seven-course dinners, two private dining rooms, outdoor seating on the terrace overlooking Atlantic Avenue and a private wine room. Ocean-inspired elements include laser-cut lighting that imitates a coral pattern, a wave pattern interpreted in mosaic Sicis tile, and shell-shaped saltand-pepper shakers on the tables. Live music Thursday through Sunday draws both locals and visitors.
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The menu at the Atlantic Grill features deliciously inventive cuisine punctuated by bold flavors and creative styling. A crosssection of ethnicities, the menu is laden with local bounty from the sea married with the freshest herbs and produce. Etc. CafĂŠ serves breakfast, lunch and sweet treats, such as locally made gourmet ice cream. Brightly lit cases contain mouth-watering in-house pastries. The adjacent Etc. Boutique sells more gourmet delights, as well as a selection of carefully curated gift, clothing and accessories for men, women, children and even pets. Supremely tranquil, the 8,000-square-foot spa features walls rendered in beach stone with wave-like motions, softly
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lit corridors and Emma Gardner Design rugs. At the end of the corridor is a calming stone fountain. The spa uses certified organic spa products, and therapists can mix custom herbal blends for use in treatments and in the aromatherapy steam room. There are seven treatment rooms and the only Vichy shower in the area. One of the most unique treatment options is the fourhour De ep S ea Journe y ($750). It b eg ins with a steam treatment, followed by a four-hand massage in an exclusive spa suite, during which the therapists infuse seaweed oils to reduce cellulite and to firm skin, followed by an invigorating Swiss shower with gentle organic seaweed body wash and
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body polishing performed with a natural-bristle brush. Guests are wrapped from head-to-toe in hand-har vested seaweed for cleansing, toning and detoxification and then submerged into a deep bath of hand-picked serratus seaweed, capturing the moisturizing benefits of blended lime, basil, clove and organic mandarin essential oils. At the end of the treatment, guests relax with a hydrating mineral beverage and are given a complimentary Seaweed Bathing Ritual kit to extend their spa experience at home. On the same side of the hotel as the spa, the pool view fitness center boasts a Kinesis Machine, one of 20 in the United States. Personal training is available and a range of classes, including hot
yoga, are offered in the movement studio. The elongated saline pool, shielded from the street by extensive landscaping, is heated. There is also hot tub and a full-service pool bar. Hotel guests have access via trolley or Mercedes SUV to the nearby private Seagate Beach Club, whose history dates to 1932. The original building , damaged beyond repair by Hurricane Wilma, was once owned by Arthur Vining Davis, an aluminum magnate who owned a sizeable chunk of Southeast Florida in the mid-1900s. Constructed on the original footprint, the new building is raised three feet to provide sweeping ocean vistas over the dunes. Interior spaces are fashioned in a British Colonial style with a Bahamian twist. The Beach Club is home
to both a casual and fine dining restaurant, two of the extremely limited options for beachfront dining in Delray. The Beach Club offers a private pool, chair service at the beach and a host of water sport equipment rentals. In only its first year, The Seagate Hotel & Spa was deemed extraordinary enough to be included among Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best and has earned many other accolades, including being named to Condé Nast Traveler’s “2010 Hot List” of the best new hotels in the world, recognized by Travel + Leisure as a “Best Kept Secret Getaway” and featured on NBC’s Today Show. For more information or reservations, call 877.577.3243 or visit www.theseagatehotel.com. sl
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Bibliotaph When champion René Lacoste put his fa vored tennis uniform (a white piqué polo shirt) into production for the mass market, it revolutionized the standard stiff and starchy athletic attire, usher ing in an era of sport styles that were as comfortable and functional as they were chic. This book presents a full range of words and concepts synonymous with the storied brand: Heritage. Well-being. Cotton. Quality. Air. Lightness. Joie de vivre. Iconic. Olivier Margot - Lacoste - hardcover, 180 pages, Assouline. Luxurious textiles, exacting tailoring, and lush trimmings abound in this glorious volume that celebrates the evolution of European dress through two centuries. Drawing on the Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s internationally known fashion collection, this gorgeous book tells the story—in words and beautiful pictures—of fashion’s aesthetic and technical development from the Age of Enlightenment to World War I, a period when fashionable dress underwent sweeping changes. Sharon Sadako Takeda - Fashioning Fashion: European Dress in Detail, 1700-1915 - hardcover, 224 pages, Prestel Bound in a beautiful linen presentation box, this limited edition of 100 ($550) details the story of how Dior conquered America. The Frenchman's desire to dress “The most elegant woman in the world” led him to icons including Grace Kelly and Marilyn Monroe. Here is the story of how Dior conquered America. Kate Betts - American Dior - 168 pages, Assouline.
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bib 'li' o 'taph, [bib-lee-uhtaf, -tahf ]: a person who caches or hoards books
The Cardin fashion house celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2010, and this book serves as a fitting retrospective and tribute of the work of its founder, designer and icon, Pierre Cardin. e was the first to demonstrate that fashion can be both a creative process and a business—and that one man can excel as both a business man and an artist. Jean-Pascal Hesse - Pierre Cardin: 60 Years of Innovation - hardcover, 200 pages, Assouline
For more than 30 years, American fashion designer Carmen Marc Valvo has been dressing women for special occasions with his signature eveningwear and cocktail dresses. Using his own collections over the decades juxaposted with the elegant formalwear of timeless style icons, Valvo offers readers his personal tips for dressing for their most special occasions. Carmen Marc Valvo - Dressed to Perfection: The Art of Dressing for Your Red Carpet Moments, hardcover, 176 pages, Rizzoli New York
Even though the simplicity of the exquisite cover makes this tome topof-the-stack worthy on the coffee table, one has to resist the urge to liberate and frame the remarkable fashion illustrations from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries contained within. From Lepape at the beginning of the century to current artists Mats G u s t a f s o n , D r a w i n g Fa s h i o n i s a joyride through the spirit and style of the decades. Edited by Joëlle Chariau with essays by Colin McDowell & Holly Brubach - Drawing Fashion: A Century of Fashion Illustration - hardcover, 240 pages, Prestel
Photographer Koto Bolofo’s dream came true in 2004 when he started working for Monde d’Hermès, the Hermès magazine. Over the next six years, he worked his way through all the workshops of the Maison Hermès, getting to know the craftsmen and discovering how everything is made, resulting in a set of 11 cltohbound hardcover books housed in a slipcase. Hermès devotees will love the glimpses of secret places, such as the museum, a treasure trove of history and all things Hermès tucked away in the midst of the Maison on rue du faubourg St Honoré. Koto Bolofo and Gerhard Steidl - La Maison - Steidl.
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Track Favorites: Front-runner looks for spring Photography by Eric Williams
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Track Favorites: Front-runner looks for spring
Rodes for Him and For Her - 938 Brownsboro Road in Louisville, 502.753.7633, rodes.com
Robert Graham For Him & For Her
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Spring {f}rocks! 1} Mini hat with handmade velvet rosettes and vintage brooch by Lisa’s Mini Mad Hattery. 18K white gold oval hoop earrings of pave’ diamonds, white South Sea pearl necklace with five pave’ diamond pear pieces, 8K white gold five row 15.19c diamond cuff bracelet and 18K white gold bracelet of canary diamonds surrounded with a halo of white diamonds all from Shelia Bayes Fine Jewelers. Silk evening gown by S. Benedit by Soreyda Benedit-Begley. 2} “Selena” by Christine A. Moore Millinery. Available at the Keeneland Gift Shop. Pearl and gold cage earrings and Z Strand Labradorite necklace with vintage pearl brooch by W&M Jewelry. French Connection dress from MOD Boutique. Rolex18K white gold Pearlmaster with mother of pearl and diamond dial and diamond bezel and Spectrum award winning 15.44c yellow sapphire and diamond ring by Richard Krementz from Shelia Bayes Fine Jewelers. Stuart Weitzman ‘Fever’ embossed pumps available at HJ Redmon Exclusive Footwear. 3} Jules Reid ‘Pink Sands” coatdress from Bella Rose. Summer Eliason Earrings from AJ’s Casuals. 18K 1
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yellow gold ring with amethyst, circa 1950 from St. John & Myers. 4} ‘Diana’ by Christine A. Moore Millinery. Available at the Keeneland Gift Shop. 18K white gold 14MM white South Sea pearl drop earrings, with pave’ diamonds from Shelia Bayes Fine Jewelers. Teri Jon ‘Garden’ silk dress from Bella Rose. Stuart Weitzman ‘Daisy’ pumps in Red Quasar from HJ Redmon Exclusive Footwear. 5} Izod sunglasses. W&M Jewelry large pearl necklace with Rhinestone clasp from Bella Rose. Trina Turk ‘Antibes’ jacket and skirt from Worlds Apart. Stefano Bravo handbag from HJ Redmon Exclusive Footwear. Vintage Hamilton watch. 6} Chanel sunglasses with black bow detailing from John G. Roche Opticians. W&M Jewelry filigree gold flower earrings from Bella Rose. Kate Spade striped Jillian dress and Elva Fields necklace from AJ’s Casuals. Wicker clutch with Swarovski detail by Gita Costa for Eliza Gray from HJ Redmon Exclusive Footwear.
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Sources AJ’s Casuals – 867 E. High St., Ste. 120, 253-1798, ajsclothing.com / Bella Rose – 126 W. Maxwell Street, 255-2565, bellarosestyle.com / HJ Redmon Exclusive Footwear – 3933 Chenoweth Square in Louisville, (502) 894-9800 / John G. Roche Opticians – 2560 Bypass Road in Winchester, 745-1400, johnsglasses.com / Keeneland Gift Shop - 4201 Versailles Road, 800-456-3412, ext. 4236, keeneland.com / Lisa’s Mini Mad Hattery – lisasminimadhattery.com, lisasminimadhattery@gmail.com / Mod Boutique – 828 East High St., 335-6631, modboutiquelex.com / Rebecca Ray Designs – 440.893.9492, rebeccaraydesigns.com / S. Benedit by Soreyda Benedit-Begley – soreyda@soreyda.com, 859-576-0924, bluegrassfashionhouse.com / Shelia Bayes Fine Jewelers – 410 W. Vine St. #270, 225-4043, sheliabayes.com / St. John & Myers – 4379 Harrodsburg Rd., 559-4242, stjohnandmyers. com / Você – 124 Clay Ave, 252-8623 / W&M Jewelry – wandmjewelry.com / Worlds Apart – 161 Lexington Green Circle, 245-8233, worldsapartonline.com
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Lundy’s. Rising to the occasion.
For no additional charge, you can say you did it yourself. The soul of entertaining guests is the desire to please. The desire to hear the ripple of their conversation, their laughter. To scoop up and cherish each “ooh” and “ahh,” each satisfied smile. As your event design firm, Lundy’s stands ready with cuisine that delights the palate as well as the eye, scene-setting décor and venues, and note-perfect entertainment options. What’s more, Lundy’s brings an unmatched attention to detail to the party. Because as much as we live to see smiles on the faces of your guests, yours is the smile we most want to see at the center of it all. boutique catering | event design | couture linens and rental | 859.255.0717 | lundyscatering.com
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Ever yday is a vacation for a bus y fami l y in their coa stal-inspired home Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Eric Williams
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Located on a cul-de-sac at the end of a private drive dotted with contemporary estates is a home that appears to have been plucked from the New England coast and perfectly placed onto a gently rolling Bluegrass landscape. The idea for this couple’s dream home began with the wife’s admiration of the grand shingle-style homes that distinguish the coastline in the Hamptons. On one particular visit to that area, the husband remarked that, “We made our way through thick vegetation impediments so that we could snap photos of the homes we liked. [My wife] was like a kid in a candy store.” To complement their trips to the Hamptons, the couple also gathered magazine clippings to further refine their vision. While ideas flowed freely, the search for the perfect site on which to build was a 10-year undertaking. Finding an architect who could fully realize their vision was also a challenge. “We wanted to design a home that was very open, where you could put your feet up and children were welcome in every room,” said the homeowner. “A lot of architects just couldn’t grasp this open, laid-back concept.” A year of searching for an architect was followed by two years of construction. The result of this arduous effort is nothing short of phenomenal, both inside and out. “We feel like we are on vacation every time we come home.” The homeowners are avid do-it-yourselfers who put their hearts, souls and sometimes their backs into the design and building process. 70 slmag.net
In fact, the husband suffered a hernia while moving and securing two stone architectural pieces on the patio! The most striking feature of the cedar-shingled exterior is the stair tower. This design element, subtly reminiscent of a lighthouse, was dictated by a massive crystal chandelier the homeowners brought from their previous residence. It takes two full days each year to clean and polish each crystal on this magnificent fixture. The home’s exterior shingles have been allowed to naturally weather, and their clean lines are complemented by a landscape of tall grasses that call to mind those found on coastal dunes. The home abuts a 12-acre nature preserve, giving the family the serenity and privacy to enjoy their lush natural surroundings from the enclosed porch, an expansive patio or poolside. “We really enjoy this house both inside and out during all seasons,” said the wife. In fact, she jokes that she generously shares her garden with the deer, turkey and red fox that call the nearby woods home. Inside, one is never far from the natural world, whether it is being viewed through an expanse of windows in every room or in the design elements themselves. During what the wife calls “her other life,” their family home was very traditional and furnished with fine antiques from around the world. While some of these pieces have carried over to the new home, almost all of them have received a “make under,” to give them a more casual and easy going aesthetic. And, of the pieces that have remained, almost every one has a fascinating story.
Beyond the foyer, a weathered antique iron table with a marble top, purchased in New York City, provides a dramatic focal point in the gathering room.
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A typewriter that belonged to the wife’s father sits atop an antique desk in the living room.Â
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Inside the home one is never far from the natural world, whether it is being viewed through an expanse of windows in every room or in the design elements themselves.
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The harvest table and benches in the dining room were purchased from a French antique market. The hemp rug was hand-woven in Thailand. The early 17th century Dutch wall cupboard was acquired on a trip to Bath, England.
The contemporary beach house décor begins in the foyer. The room is lined on either side with bookcases that provide ample room for a changing display of prints, shells and other collectibles. A large photograph of a leaf was purchased from an artist in Asheville. What is instantly apparent is the graphic appeal of ebony-stained white oak floors against creamy walls, a design element consistent throughout the home. Surprisingly, the color is easy to maintain, and over time, the finish will wear to a beautiful patina. Beyond the foyer, a weathered antique iron table with a marble top, purchased in New York City, provides a dramatic focal point in the gathering room. Antique chairs, covered in an easygoing blue stripe, are carryovers from the couple’s more traditional home. Double doors lead directly to the outdoors. There are no walls separating this area from the casual living room and dining room, allowing the home to gracefully ramble from one space to the next. In the expansive living room, the ceiling is painted a wispy blue to evoke the feeling of sea and sky. Four comfortable chairs covered in an awning-stripe fabric are centered in front of built-in cabinetry that houses the television and old-fashioned board games. Hanging above the television cabinet is an architectural element that was originally part of a doorframe in an English
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pub. On either side of the fireplace are two settees, that are oh-so comfortable and covered in a relaxed cotton duck fabric. The settees are accompanied by bookshelves filled with many treasures, including family photographs, a Civil War-era field surgery kit and a relic from the Byzantine Empire. At the opposite end of the room, a typewriter that belonged to the wife’s father sits atop an antique desk. Another set of doors lead onto the rear terrace. In the dining room, the harvest table and benches are stunning in their innate simplicity. Purchased from a French antique market, it took more than two months for them to arrive in the States. Under the table is a hemp rug that was hand-woven in Thailand. A collection of trophy shells and coral pieces rests on an antique chest purchased in Atlanta. Above is an early 17th century Dutch wall cupboard the homeowners purchased as newlyweds while visiting Bath, England. Proving the fact that nearly every item in the home has a story, the couple beat out an antiques buyer from the Ritz-Carlton to acquire the piece. A butler’s pantry links the dining room to the kitchen. Used primarily for china and linen storage, the space has the same white cabinetry and stainless steel countertops as the kitchen. A window looking out on the covered porch is affectionately called the “take-out window.”
The spacious kitchen is painted a subtle shade of blue and a large window provides a view of the expansive side lawn.
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Above: Hanging above the television cabinet in the living room is an architectural element that was originally part of a doorframe in an English pub. Below: Bookshelves in the living room are filled with many treasures, including family photographs, a Civil War-era field surgery kit and a relic from the Byzantine Empire.
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The foyer is lined on either side with bookcases that provide ample room for a changing display of prints, shells and other collectibles. The large photograph of a leaf was purchased from an artist in Asheville.
The spacious kitchen is painted a subtle shade of blue and a large window provides a view of the expansive side lawn. The kitchen and adjacent breakfast room are full of treasured family antiques and mementoes, including artist renderings of their first and second homes in Atlanta; a small pine table, one of the first furniture pieces they purchased as a couple; delicate monogrammed linens; and, an antique rice bin now used to store outdoor cushions. A flat-screen television on a swivel mount can be viewed from the kitchen or the bayed breakfast area. There are two half-baths on the first floor. In one, an old hutch was converted for use as a vanity with a diminutive basin set into a limestone top. Antler sconces from France and framed botanicals add to the rustic elegance of the space. The master suite is located on the first floor. The hallway leading to the area is marked by a pair of painted and weathered shutters hung as-is on an interior window. Under the window is a working German music box, circa 1870, that the husband’s father received as payment for a grocery bill during the Depression. “That thing gave me the creeps when I was a child,” he said. “I thought it was a coffin!” Monogrammed Roman shades identify to whom each separate vanity area belongs (hers is larger of course!). The wife is an organizational whiz, and the master suite closet is just one
of many examples throughout the home of how everything has its proper place. The valance in the bathing area was fashioned from vintage handkerchiefs and is monogrammed with the couple’s initials. The vaulted master bedroom is simply furnished. A secretary that belonged to the husband’s grandfather is positioned near the bed. An antique screen mounted on the wall serves as a headboard. The second floor is accessed via a curving stairway that winds around the aforementioned chandelier. Both the husband and wife have offices on this level. Because the homeowners do not believe in having rooms that sit idle, the husband’s office once was the room of their adult son. A daybed is still kept in the spacious room for his return visits. In the daughter’s bedroom, an iron rail from her crib was converted for use as a magazine rack. On any given day, you can find the homeowners tweaking different aspects of the design, whether it is adding new light fixtures or photography, or making subtle changes to a display shelf. While they have greatly enjoyed and have been appreciably influenced by their travels, both domestically and abroad, their greatest pleasure is returning home to their “everyday vacation,” a tapestry of collected treasures and fond memories that conveys their own story. sl
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Very few are more chic, creative and urbane than Krim Boughalem and his wife Andrea Sims. This husband and wife own Wine + Market and have successfully married their admiration for art, wine and, as Boughalem states, “clean food.” Hailing from southeastern France and having lived in London and New York City, with extensive experience in Michelin three-star restaurants throughout Manhattan, Boughalem, now settled in Lexington, saw the market as a way to share his knowledge of food and wine. The cultured couple also longed for something to satisfy their cravings for the accommodations and preferences they grew accustomed to while living and travelling abroad, such as fresh ingredients, to-die-for chocolatiers and délicieux wines.
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As you enter the European-style market on any given day, the aroma is a delicious potpourri of freshly baked bread and cheese with a hint of roasted coffee. Even more striking is the dÊcor, which owner, and local artist, Andrea Sims creatively devised. This quaint business is actually two very unique shops; there is the market-slash-deli, where the main entrance is located, and the wine salon. The main divider wall of the market served as a canvas for Sims where she hand-painted a soft floral mural. The walls are layered with crisp white subway tiles topped with large rectangular-cut mirrors doubling as menu boards, reminiscent of 19th century European style. Deli cases display towers of imported and local cheeses and meat with a coffee bar residing near the delectable desserts and freshly baked breads. A simple doorless corridor leads to the elegant yet unpretentious wine salon. The salon, completely unique from the market, offers a warm inviting area where rows of wine and collections of art from Sims architecturally line the walls. This stylish setting is anchored by a contemporary rectangular wood-top iron-legged table displaying a comprehensive collection of fine home and wine accessories. A vivid pop of color comes from two large cherry red drum shaded chandeliers. During their weekly wine tastings every Friday night, the salon transforms into a communal dining room where wine lovers flock to enjoy the carefully selected wines and delectable, yet always simple, cheeses and desserts. Boughalem is extremely passionate about clean simple foods, as well as exceptional natural, organic and biodynamic wines. The wine salon is truly a wine lover’s retreat.Luckily
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Luckily Wine + Market is not the only establishment Boughalem and Sims have in store for Lexington, Kentucky. To complement the market, they recently opened Table 310. The couple saw this as an opportunity to introduce their belief and desire for smaller portioned simple gourmet meals. Boughalem also plans to open what he refers to as a “real Europeanstyle market.” Basically this new market would expand upon what Wine + Market already effectively offers by incorporating a bakery and a larger café. To effectively do this, the couple believes in surrounding themselves with those that understand the knowledge of food. It is complex but should, as Boughalem says, be served simply. sl
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H’Artful of Fun
The 21st Annual H’Artful of Fun to benefit the Living Arts & Science Center was hosted by Big Ass Fans at their Jaggie Fox Way facility. Guests sampled food prepared by dozens of inspired chefs, viewed the artwork of more than 75 local artists and danced to the music of Payback.
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Christa Marrillia, Meredith Lane
John & Diane Irvin, Peter Hesseldenz
Ike Lawerence, Jody & Tom Greenlee
Josh Lukins, Becky Kuchenbrod
Corinne LaReau, Leslie Berkley, Catherine Simmons
Kellie Collins & Daniel Waxman, Jane Higgins & Richard Hopgood
Ellee Ven, Lissa Sims
Meredith Walker, Christen Helmuth
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QX.net Nude
Now in its 25th year, QX.net Nude, an exhibition at Loudon House focused exclusively on the form, function and metaphoric potential of the human figure remains one of the Lexington Art League’s most anticipated shows of the year. At the opening preview part guests were treated to live jazz by Detour Ahead, ors d’oeuvres by Bluegrass Catering and the Barrel House, drinks from Kentucky Ale, Kentucky Eagle, and Pepsi, and live body art demonstrations.
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David & Sylvia Boggs
DeLaine & Rick Bender
Tom & Marty Myers, Damon Farmer, Beth Kirchner
Megan Smith, Gil Dunn
Amber Scott, Kate Sprengnether, Kurt Gohde
Kim Bennett, Amy Preske, Meredith Moody
Bill Barr, Stephanie Bell, Brent McDaniel, Joe Costa
Brian Baxter, Marlene Steele
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Exhibition Opening
The Headley-Whitney Museum hosted a cocktail reception to toast the opening of “Full Circle” - an exhibition of tapestries, photographs and poems by weaver/ photographer Dobree Adams and poet Jonathan Green – and “The Hidden Art of Sybil and Her Other Selves: Shirley A. Mason”. The exhibitions will run through March 27, 2011.
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Andrea Dean, Sarah Gilbert, Karen Covington
Vicki Tobin, Brandyn Beavers
Brenda Clay, Jonathan Greene, Berle Clay
Martha & Jim Birchfield, Janet & Charles Chandler
Tay Breene, Dobree Adams
Linda Roach, Carol McLeod
Sue Andrew, Stephanie Zingale
Kris Bentley, Shayna Shia
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Heard it Through the Grapevine
WUKY’s annual bacchanalian fete was held at Keeneland’s Sales Pavilion. The “Trop Rock” sounds of Conch Republic kept the dance floor packed. Proceeds from the event enable WUKY to enlighten, inspire, and entertain its audience through the creation and presentation of the highest quality non-commercial radio programming.
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Jennifer Schack, Jason Jenicke
Crystal Mounce, Matthew Choate
Alan Lundsford, Jan Czochare, Mary & Ray Diggins
Mary & Greg Cobetto, Maggie Lacy
Michelle Huber, Steven Welch, Laura Kaplan, Frank Becker
Brian & Bailey Hobson, Erin Burt, Casey Egan
Carole Boyd, Frank Butler, Marry Deaton
Barbie Begley, Mary Davidson
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A View to a Thrill
Mod Boutique and Skybar teamed up to present “A View to a Thrill” fashion show to benefit God’s Pantry Food Bank. The event featured heavy hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction and the latest covetable ensembles for both men and women from Mod Boutique.
Photography by Andrew Kung
Heather Duff, Marian Fish, Cassie Sloan
Mitchell Cotthof, Heather Duff
Ryan Duff, Kirsten Turner
Brittany Morton, Jen Dotson
Bobby Jones, Vince Carlucci
Tiffani Sampson, Megan Reedy, Natasha Bard, Sarah Zuerner, Ruthie Arnetts
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LCF Wine Auction Kickoff
Heirloom restaurant in Midway hosted a kick-off event to herald the upcoming Wine Auction and Derby Gala on Thursday May 5th at Donamire Farm to benefit the Lexington Cancer Foundation. Michael Polenske, Proprietor of Blackbird Vineyards and Curator/Proprietor of Ma(i)sonry Napa Valley is serving as the 2011 Vintner Chair. A participant for the past three years, Polenske cites the event as his favorite auction outside of Auction Napa Valley. One hundred percent of the Auction proceeds go to cancer research, education, and patient care.
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Martie Mayer, Mott Nicol
Michael Polenske, Kristi Martin, Michael Mueller
Sue Masson, Richard Masson, Guests of Sue and Richard Masson
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BLUE GRASS CHARITY BALL
The 49th annual Blue Grass Charity Ball took place on December 27, 2010, in the ballroom of the Lexington Convention Center. Jennifer Bell served as ball chairman and William Daniel Graves as master of ceremonies. The musical groups Jazzberry Jam and Familiar Faces performed for the debutantes and a large audience. Consistent with tradition, this year’s Charity Ball combined graciousness and generosity as family, friends and young adults joined to benefit selected non-profit groups. The ball has been a Lexington fixture since 1961, during which time the organization has raised over $700,000 for more than 50 community charities.
Miss Lynne Allison Hollins
Miss Kellie Kathleen Jameson & Mrs. Thomas Eric Jameson
Photography by Kelly Greer
Miss Katherine Elizabeth MacNeil
Miss Elizabeth Bewlay Gay
Miss Anne Archer Hinkle & Mr. Thomas Spears Hinkle
Miss Lynne Allison Hollins & Mr. Joseph Lee Arnold III
Mr. Gregory Brewer Ladd, Miss Leslie Johnson Ladd, Mr. Gregory Douglas Ladd
Miss Katherine Elizabeth MacNeil & Mr. Steven L. MacNeil
Debutantes with escorts
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Mr. Gregory Douglas Ladd, Miss Leslie Johnson Ladd, Mrs. Gregory Ladd
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USET Awards
The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation Board of Trustees hosted a cocktail reception at Player’s Club in Wellington, FL to honor the equestrian athletes that represented the United States during the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG), the recipients of the Foundations’ Gold Medal Club Anniversary Awards, the Lionel Guerrand-Hermes Trophy, and the Whitney Stone Cup. The reception was held. Tiana Coudray who was honored with the 2011 Lionel Guerrand-Hermes Trophy. In 2011, Coudray had a banner year, winning the Jersey Fresh CCI*** and the Galway Downs International Horse Trials CIC***, as well as leading the U.S. efforts at the Boekelo CCI*** in Holland. The Whitney Stone Cup was awarded to Tucker S. Johnson, an accomplished driver who helped lead the United States to a Team Silver Medal as well as receiving an Individual Bronze Medal during the WEG.
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