Boyds Spring 2010 issue

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BOYDS SPRING 2010

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FASHION Great Looks & Accessories From Top Designers

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Strong Suits This season’s best tailored clothing is an outward expression of inner confidence. ~-~ ~-~

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departments Women’s Shoes

Customizing your Boyds Experience

Platform pumps, wedges and other great styles.

The Boyds Guide

The Sporting Life

That Armani attitude … Hot towel infusions at The Four Seasons … Ocean views in A.C. … Fried artichokes at Amis … How to tie a bow tie … and more!

Golf is just one of the pleasures at Loch Erne, a new world-class resort in Northern Ireland.

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Malt Is Redbreast the best Irish whiskey of all?

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Essentials for Women What’s in your closet?

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Essentials for Men 124

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Invitation to Style

Inspired pairings of cufflinks and dress shirts

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Spring Pricing A guide to the merchandise featured in this issue.

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Room Key

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Giving Back

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Men’s sartorial options to match any setting

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Elements of Style Express your individuality with a custom shirt.

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Men’s Shoes The five styles every man needs.

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CUSTOMIZING YOUR BOYDS EXPERIENCE

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We always love it when a customer describes Boyds as “old school,” as

JOE AUGUSTINE, FRAN D’AMBROSIO,

Michael Fitzgerald does on page 64

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of this issue. What customers mean

Assistant Fashion Editors D E R E K A R G U E L L O , PAT R I C K G I G L I O T T I , COURTNEY GUTH, CANDICE DYER

alized shopping experience—one

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that’s fun, easy and rewarding.

MARIA LISSANDRELLO, EVERETT POTTER,

In an age dominated by shop-

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ping malls and mass merchandise,

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we stick to the same principles we

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Yaffe) with Adrienne Simmons, a loyal customer.

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ago: Get to know customers’ indi-

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totally committed to making customers look their best.

Corporate Editorial Director R I TA G U A R N A

When you enter our store, you’ll notice it feels like a club—a relaxed, sociable place. Browse and linger as long as you like—maybe have a drink or enjoy a sushi lunch at Raw Café on the Mezzanine. If you’re in a hurry, on the other hand, we’ll provide quick, attentive service. Or, like some of our customers, you may prefer shopping by appointment: We’ll pre-select clothing in your size and have an edited collection waiting for you when you arrive.

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experience an unparalleled level of individualized service.

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ranging from classic to cutting-edge—just a taste of the collections we have

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assembled from the world’s best designers for spring 2010.

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Another key aspect of Boyds’ unsurpassed service is our on-site tailor shop—one of just a handful like it in the whole country. Our tailors disassemble, nip, tuck, baste and reassemble every garment as necessary to ensure a customized fit. The service is free for Boyds shoppers, and we even provide complimentary re-alterations for up to a year after purchase.

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A View to a Thrill Like the characters in the classic E.M. Forster novel, experienced travelers know that a hotel room’s view can set the tone for an entire trip. A Room with a View is a luxurious picture book—a compendium of Condé Nast Traveler’s signature final pages—that showcases the best vistas from the best hotel rooms around the world. Relaxing in your favorite chair at home, you can, with this tome, gaze at the Taj Mahal in the distant mist, the brilliantly colored onion domes of St. Basil’s in Moscow or a sailboat scudding in the blue and green waters off Miami—and much more. For more details, visit the book’s publisher at www.assouline.com.

CAN A WOMAN LOOK dropdead stylish and professional at the same time? In Armani Collezioni, available at Boyds, she can.

Armani Collezioni clothes remain true to the designer’s aesthetic, with their impeccable shapes and proportions, clean lines and attention to detail. The color palette ranges from mineral shades like twine and stone to delicate tones such as ocean green and peau d’ange coral.

For spring the line’s theme is “contemporary glamour,” and it is carried out in shirtdresses and shirts in flowing patterns, as well as softly cut trousers and pencil skirts. Since this is Armani, there are fabulous jackets to be had as well—like the one in herringbone jersey at right.

Straight Up with a Twist Adam Derrick, footwear specialist at To Boot New York, takes pride in his ability to infuse his tradition-inspired collections with the spirit of modern menswear trends. Handcrafted in small Italian factories, each pair of shoes undergoes 200 steps in the journey from concept to final design.

Derrick ensures that To Boot footwear is made of only the finest Italian and French-cut leathers and soles, making the company’s shoes and boots both stylish and durable. In addition to offering classic styles in dress shoes (lace-ups, slip-ons and loafers), To Boot New York’s spring line boasts plenty of casual options with sandals, moccasins and sleek drivers. See them for yourself at To Boot’s trunk show at Boyds on April 24.

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RAG & BONE Unable to find jeans they considered worthy, Rag & Bone’s Marcus Wainwright and David Neville formed their label with the idea of creating the perfect pair-—and more. Their vision: to make clothes their friends would love to wear every day.

The company’s name comes from the old English tradition of “rag and bone men”— enterprising sorts who collected rags and other odds and ends for resale. And while the designers acknowledge the influence of English tailoring on their work, they pride themselves on producing their goods in traditional U.S. factories. Meticulous attention to detail gives way to understated but cool clothing. “It takes a certain customer to appreciate that,” Neville says. “We’ve found ourselves most popular with the fashion-minded, educated consumer.” Sound like you? Check out the Rag & Bone selects next time you visit Boyds.

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Spring Re-awakening OUR BOYDS CUSTOMERS ARE BUSY, accomplished, great-looking—and deserving of a soul-soothing spa break. That’s why we’ve arranged a special offer at the Spa at The Four Seasons Hotel just for you. This five-star urban sanctuary is the perfect place to recharge and refresh (and you need not be a hotel guest to visit the spa).

How to choose from among the many massages, scrubs, polishes and special treatments? Well, the Philadelphia Freedom Hot Towel Infusion is a favorite: It releases tension in the muscles by blending massage with steamed towels dipped with revitalizing herbs. And just in time for the warmer months, try the special Spring/Summer Citrus Renewal: a complete body treatment with a lemon polish scrub, hot towel wrap and foot paraffin treatment, topped off with an invigorating head, neck and scalp massage for ($150 for 50 minutes).

SPECIAL OFFER FOR BOYDS READERS: Bring this page when you book any 50- or 80-minute treatment and receive $40 off your entire bill. (Please note that this offer cannot be combined with any other promotional offers or discounts, and is subject to availability.)

The spa is at One Logan Square and spa services are available every day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Call (215) 963-1500.

Each season, the Marc by Marc Jacobs line gives fashion followers something to talk about. This spring, his footwear collection is a lot like its counterpart clothing line: unpredictable, fun and cool, but with a functional sensibility. Spring and summer styles run the gamut, featuring embellished espadrilles to metallic open-toe flats to colorful low platforms (good-bye, long nights suffering in painful stilettos).

Check out the collection in the women’s store shoe salon on the third floor, along with other leading footwear designers, including Lanvin, Giuseppe Zanotti and Gucci.

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LIKE SON Designer Martin Gordon is a surprisingly laid-back sort who prides himself on making comfortable, stylish clothing for men at accessible price points—without sacrificing high quality. After many years of working for other designers, Gordon eventually set out to create his own line of mostly classic t-shirts, silk and cotton shirts, knits and basic pants. He designs for the practical guy who wants to look great without having to over-think his wardrobe choices. Using natural fibers, the full sportswear collection is filled with casual, low-key options that work well with an active man’s lifestyle.

“My line is contemporary enough for the son and classic enough for the father,” he says. “So you could be 30 or even 60 years old and wear it!” Come find your Gordon comfort zone at Boyds, first floor.

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boyds guide } The Suite Life in A.C. The Art of the Bow Tie Once the domain of the geek and the oldster, the bow tie is back—on the runway, in the office and on the street. Boyds carries an extensive selection from the top maker, Carrot & Gibbs. Remember: The key to bow-tie cool is to tie it yourself. You can do it! Here’s how: 1. Slide the tie under your collar. Allow one end of the tie to hang about two inches lower than the other end.

2. Bring the longer end across the shorter end.

3, Pass the longer end under the shorter end and upward, forming the first part of the knot. Pull tight to the shirt collar.

6. Pass the hanging end under the front loop. Use your index finger to bend the end in the middle (at the widest part), and poke your finger through the open part of the knot. Now you have formed the back loop of the bow.

7. Gently pull the bow at both folded ends to tighten the knot. Hint: This is exactly the same knot most people use to tie a shoelace.

8. Adjust to taste.

Smooth bow or dimpled? Loose or tight? You don’t want to be too precise; “perfectly imperfect” is the look you’re going for.

Spring bows: Shown here are just a few designs from Boyds’ vast

4. Form the front loop of the bow by doubling up the shorter, hanging end and placing it across the collar points.

5. Hold the front loop between your index finger and thumb.

Drop the long end down over the front loop.

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selection by Carrot & Gibbs.

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The one-bedroom suites are well-sized at 1,000 square feet, with one-and-a-half baths, a combination living room/kitchen and a private bar.

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THE LIGHTER SIDE OF LORO PIANA Loro Piana is justly famed for its exquisite wools and cashmeres, which the family-owned company has produced and sold since the early 19th century.

The materials, with their hand-combed animal fibers from Mongolia, Peru and beyond, are meticulously woven at the company’s factory in Quarona, Italy.

Less well known is the fact that Loro Piana makes fabrics that work beautifully in warm climates as well. The company produces summer-weight cashmeres, merinos and vicuñas, as well as linens and cottons par excellence.

Since Loro Piana’s business structure allows it to control all aspects of production—from selection of raw materials through distribution of finished product—it only made sense for the company to evolve into a designer of clothing as well, as it has done over the past two decades.

The intended consumer for these goods? Someone with a taste for discreet elegance as well as sybaritic comfort.

Shown at right is Loro Piana’s pure cotton jersey “Verlaine” jacket, a sweatshirtstyle interpretation of the classic blue blazer.

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boyds guide } Exploring The Feminine Factor Fans of the Philosphy di Alberta Ferretti line include hot young Hollywood types like Ali Larter, Emmy Rossum and January Jones. They, like so many women, show off to best advantage in the type of gauzy, float-y, intricately detailed cocktail dress for which Philosophy is best known. The romantic and fun spring collection is highlighted by whimsical prints of eyes, butterflies and lips.

It’s been called the type of clothing a woman wears when she wants to feel like a goddess.

Ferretti herself refuses to typecast the line, saying enigmatically that the name Philosophy indicates only “something that cannot be imposed.” Decide for yourself when you visit the Philosophy selection in the women’s store on the third floor.

ROME AROUND CHEF MARC VETRI AND CO-OWNER JEFF BENJAMIN LINED up all the right ingredients for their third and latest venture, Amis Trattoria, at 412 S. 13th Street. Two years in the making, Amis (or “friends” in the Bergamascan dialect) is an Italian tapas-style restaurant with a mix of delicious dishes and a lively, inviting atmosphere.

Best described as a high-end casual dining destination, the space has an old-world industrial feel, with an open kitchen, brick walls and large rusticlooking wooden tables. The menu consists of mostly small dishes made for sharing. Try the light, refreshing escarole salad topped off with sweet apples and radishes. The salumi is all house-made and the fresh seafood fritto misto comes with zucchini waffle chips. The fried artichokes are already a customer favorite, as are the rigatoni with swordfish and eggplant fries. Amis has a vibrant bar scene and the kitchen stays open late most nights. Call (215) 732-2647 or check out www.amisphilly.com

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à la mode Fabric, design, construction, fit and price—those are the hallmarks of intrinsic value in the Trussini collection of fine menswear.

The Trussini silhouette is a modern classic. Jackets are light and comfortable to wear, drape naturally on the body and give the wearer an effortless elegance.

For this reason—and the fact that Trussini is well-priced in comparison to other top Italian brands—the line is a favorite among Boyds customers. It’s now offered in 50 top-tier specialty stores, including Mario’s in Seattle, Stanley Korshak in Dallas and Larrimor’s in Pittsburgh. Boyds launched the Trussini collection in the United States, and continues to house the largest selection available in the U.S. and Canada. Stop by and see if it doesn’t become one of your favorites, too.

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Men who favor less conservative styling and are ready to explore the greatness of Neapolitan tailoring need look no further than Isaia. Blending his love for both the traditional and the contemporary, head designer and third-generation artisan Gianluca Isaia maintains a fine dedication to handcraftsmanship and strict attention to detail.

“The typical Isaia man is witty, sophisticated, charming in an unconventional way and zealous about living life to the fullest,” says Isaia.

“A man should have fun with his wardrobe, and his clothes should be an expression of who he is.” Express yourself this season and check out the flattering silhouettes, clean lines and intricate detailing of this finetailored brand at Boyds.

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boyds guide } LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL Boyds was the setting for a grand party, co-hosted by some of our Boyds Stories profile subjects, to celebrate the publication of the Fall 2009 BOYDS magazine. Soon thereafter we hosted a fundraising evening for Utley All-Star Animals. And some of our favorite friends joined

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FALL MAGAZINE PARTY 1. Larry and Stephanie Smith, James “Bruiser” Flint 2. Hope Collins, Joe Weiss, Sharon Pinkenson 3. Bob Bogle and Bruce Crawley 4. Leslie Graves and Dr. Vaughan Graves 5. Jill and Bart Blatstein 6. Ken Toscano, Lauren Odorisio, John Colabelli HOLIDAY SHOPPING NIGHT 7. Ramonita Farnesi and Vince Papale

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{ essentials }

What’s in

your closet? put your winter wardrobe away. this spring’s Must-Haves sparkle and shine!

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Colorful shirts and whimsical cufflinks create inspired combinations for spring

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Never Too Many

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It is vital to have at least one handbag for

each of the ten types of social occasions: Very Formal, Not

So Formal, Just a Teensy Bit

Formal, Informal But Not That Informal, Every Day, Every Other Day, Day Travel, Night Travel, Theater and Fling.”

—Miss Piggy

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Well Groomed From formal to casual, Boyds has styled more weddings than any other store in the area.

We’ll make sure you won’t look anything less than perfect when you walk down the aisle

for a formal affair Customize your look for the big day—just for the groom or the entire wedding party

Ermenegildo Zegna tan with

light blue windowpane jacket

Etro white SPORTshirt Carrot & Gibbs SILK bow tie To Boot New York oxfords Hiltl white cotton pants Gucci webbed belt Jan Leslie enamel shell cufflinks

Carrot & Gibbs silk bow tie and vest Ermenegildo Zegna formal shirt Moreschi patent leather tuxedo loafer David Donahue silk ties Jan Leslie marcasite stud set Scott Kay cufflinks Preti silk scarf

for a casual destination

At the beach, in the mountains or at a lakeside retreat, the proper relaxed wedding attire sets the tone for your festivities

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COLLARS Multiple collar

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Your shirt is tailored to your exact measurments and fashioned to your taste in color, pattern and detail

CUFFS French cuff,

barrel cuff, one-button, two-button, rounded, angled and squared ... who knew there were so many options!

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Sean Connery on the set of the 1964 film Woman of Straw, in which he co-starred with Gina Lollobrigida. In the film, which came out just after he made it big as Bond, Connery plotted to murder his wealthy uncle.

A rare villainous role for him, it helped cement his sophisticated, sexy image.

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SEAN CONNERY Ask the women in your life about Sean Connery, and odds are

donned in From Russia with Love, the three-piece (complete

they’ll confirm that they find him irresistible. The man who

with lapelled waistcoat) made famous in Goldfinger. So com-

uttered the unforgettable line, “The name is Bond … James

fortable has he become with fashion that this spring, for the

Bond” (in 1962’s Dr. No) was voted Sexiest Man of the Century

eighth year in a row, he hosts the Dressed to Kilt New York

by People magazine in 1999. Recently, at age 79, the actor

fashion show, created to highlight Scottish designers. And

scored 90 percent in “Woman Magnetism” in an online poll.

Louis Vuitton chose him as a style icon for the brand’s ongoing

What’s Sean Connery’s secret? At least to some degree,

Core Values campaign.

he is proof that clothes do make the man, and that urbanity

In the end, it’s not just what Connery wears, but the way

can be acquired. A foul-mouthed ex-milkman and Mr. Universe

he wears it that makes him the emblem of innate cool. Here is

finalist from Edinburgh, Connery was an unlikely choice for

a man with presence. From his 007 days to The Hunt for Red

the role of Bond. Producer

October, in roles ranging

Harry Saltzman claimed he

from Indiana Jones’ father

chose Connery for the role

to a reclusive professor (in

after watching him walk

Finding Forrester), he strikes

down the street. But not

the perfect balance of sua-

only did Ian Fleming him-

vity and swagger, charm and

self have doubts—he called

confidence. His shoulders

Connery

“Glaswegian

stay squared, his arms are

truck driver”—so did Dr.

held slightly away from his

No director Terence Young,

body, his stance is relaxed.

who schooled Connery in

And as Bond, he exempli-

the ways of the well-bred.

fies the “dark triad” of traits

Young reputedly made Con-

study-proven to get the girl:

nery wear a suit around the

narcissism, a penchant for

clock—even to bed—to get

thrill-seeking and an easy

used to the feel.

comfort with deceit.

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And get used to it he

Assuming that in real

did. Connery exuded style

life, Connery—Sir Sean since

whether sipping a martini

2000—is no more egotistical

or facing imminent death

or deceitful than your aver-

by laser beam. He looks

age bloke, how then can we

utterly at ease in the sleek

sum up his enduring appeal?

gray suit (narrow notched

Venerable film critic Pauline

lapels, angled slit pock-

Kael seems to have nailed it:

ets) he wore in Dr. No, the

“Women want to meet him,

seven-stripe glen plaid he

and men want to be him.”

Connery is, to some degree, proof that clothes do make the man, and that urbanity can be acquired.

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Your mission: For every occasion, from casual to dress, select the pairs that suit you best

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“MONDOLFO” PECCARY SKIN LOAFER

3 DRIVERS GUCCI “GG” PLUS DRIVER WITH INTERLOCKING G CUTOUT

MORESCHI “BELLINO” TAN DRIVER WITH BROWN LEATHER TRIM

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“CADIZ” BRAIDED STRETCH LEATHER FLIP FLOP

“BARNABY” BROWN LEATHER WOVEN SLIDE

5 SNEAKERS D&G LOGO SLIP-ON WITH PERFORATED LEATHER

GUCCI BLACK SNEAKERS WITH SIGNATURE WEB

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SALVATORE FERRAGAMO

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“STRAND” CAP-TOE WITH RICH BROGUE DETAILING

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SALVATORE FERRAGAMO

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Seduction on

Wheels |

The Maserati GranTurismo delivers it all: Pininfarina looks, performance, comfort and the throatiest engine on the road

BY MARIA LISSANDRELLO

JUST A GLANCE AT THE MASERATI GRANTURISMO in all its curvy glory tells you

this two-door 2+2 coupé is a modern-day classic. No surprise, given its lineage: From nose to tail, the car is a stylish paean to its aerodynamic ancestor, the

original 1947 GranTurismo. Known as the AG 1500 GT, that Pininfarina gem was the first Maserati built for the road, not the raceway, and today’s version follows suit with bold fenders arching closely around 20-inch wheels, a long nose with strong V-shaped lines and dramatic wide-set headlights. As for its most distinctive feature—the trident studding the large concave grille—it arguably stands as the automotive world’s most elegant emblem.

But looks aren’t the only thing that makes the GranTurismo so damn, well, sexy: In a 2008 study by British luxury car insurer Hiscox, a whopping 100 percent of female participants had a marked biological response to the mere sound of Maserati’s V8 engine. Turns out the same sexy snarl that gets

With its sophisticated design and superior balance, the GranTurismo owns the curves—both visually and literally. State-of-the-art suspension means smooth driving even at high speeds, but the GT also functions as an elegant touring machine.

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Design in the details: This page, in the new GT Convertible, you can go from enclosed comfort to the joy of open-top motoring in less than 30 seconds; next page, clockwise, on the GT S Automatic, each rear light cluster has 96 LEDs; the 4.7-liter engine sits behind the front axle for superior weight distribution; the passenger cabin is beautifully appointed in the owner’s choice of wood and leather.

the GranTurismo going also sends women’s testosterone levels

the base model and the “S,” but it has the same larger engine and

soaring. (Biology refresher: Women also rely on the “mostly male”

gives up none of the performance. In addition to fully automatic

hormone for a libido lift.) In short, firing up the spectacular GT may

mode (which is surprisingly fluid), the six-speed can be driven in

be literally the most powerful seduction strategy on earth.

semi-manual mode. No clutching is required; the gears are changed

The Trident Marque made the car still throatier last year when it introduced the GranTurismo S. Engine displacement got bumped from 4.2 liters to 4.7, via added bore and stroke. This change ratcheted the

via column-mounted paddles (“down” on the left side of the steering wheel and “up” on the right).

No matter your pick, the 4,000-pound machine performs admira-

horses to an ample 440, compared with 405 hp for what is now the

bly, whipping around corners, hurtling up hills, braking at will—with-

base model.

out lurching, rolling or hesitating in the slightest. Credit goes not

Maserati also launched an automatic model of the GranTurismo

just to the smooth transmission but also to the Skyhook adaptive

S in 2009—joining most other high-end makers in a move consid-

suspension system, which makes more than 100 accommodations

ered sacrilegious by some sports-car purists. This is the model we

per second based on every bump in the road to guarantee a ride that

tested. With a sticker starting at $125,900, it’s mid-priced between

is at once stable and thrilling.

The true personality of the car emerges in sport mode, with

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the simple push of the “sport” button. Flaps in the dual exhaust

food and culture.

open, producing an even throatier thrum when the engine is idling.

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Under way, there’s an immediate difference in feel: The steering is

19 exterior colors and six brake-caliper color options, the Gran-

tauter—the suspension, too—and the shifts from the gearbox are

Turismo is one of the most customizable ways to show off your

quicker. Sport mode rules!

What of comfort? It often yields to performance in the sports-car

automotive personality.

THE MASERATI GRANTURISMO S AUTOMATIC

AT A GLANCE

New for 2010 is a drophead version called the GranCabrio, which is sold in

world, but not here. The interior of

BASE PRICE: $125,900

the U.S. as the GranTurismo Convertible.

the GranTurismo is downright sumptu-

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS:

Unlike the metal-roofed Ferrari California,

ous. Poltrona Frau and Alcantara (or peccary) leather seats cradle the body for the long haul. The leather (available in 10 colors) snakes around the door and dash and can be combined

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the GT Convertible features a cloth roof that deploys automatically over the fourseat passenger compartment, a design that neither adds weight nor sacrifices space. This is the first four-seat convert-

with one of three wood trims—wal-

CLOSEST COMPETITORS:

ible in Maserati history, and it sports the

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Our exceptional customers are the real reason we do what we do—and why we enjoy every minute of it YES, WE KNOW FABRICS, FASHIONS AND H U E S — but we’ve always known it’s the people we

serve and the way we serve them that has brought us more than 70 years of success.

In the next few pages, you’ll meet some of our old friends as they explain why Boyds is a good fit for them. Their stories are as different as they are, but common threads run through all of them: great service, outstanding merchandise, wonderful people. If you haven’t already joined the Boyds family, we hope you’ll drop by soon. We’d like to meet you, too!

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Michael Fitzgerald President & CEO, Acero Precision ACERO PRECISION MAKES P R E C I S I O N - M A C H I N E D PA RT S — everything from spinal implants to critical components for some of the world’s top motor sports teams (F1 racing is a passion of mine).

We’re proud of our commitment to keeping things “the way they used to be” by manufacturing right here in the United States.

I get that same “old school” feeling when I shop at Boyds. Their traditional approach to customer service is refreshing in this day and age.

I love that Boyds gives you the option of buying great Italian brands off the rack or having clothes made to measure by those same labels. Zegna Couture made a velvet tux and some really special one-off suits for me.

I also have a Kiton cashmere suit that came off the rack at Boyds—I have to say, they made it fit likes it’s custom. Sergio does all my tailoring, and the result is impeccable. He’s the best!

Shopping at Boyds can be social, and I often run into friends at the store. I go often, usually on a Wednesday night or a Saturday afternoon. It’s great to meet up there and then head out on the town.

Precisely right: Michael’s wearing an Isaia charcoal gray and blue pinstripe suit with an Eton dress shirt, Ermenegildo Zegna tie and Dolcepunta pink pocket square.

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I W I L L N E V E R F O R G E T T H E D AY I R E C E I V E D A L A S T- M I N U T E I N V I TAT I O N T O A P R E S I D E N T I A L I N A U G U R A L B A L L . Naturally I called Boyds, and sure enough they came to the rescue. When I arrived, Ramonita greeted me with an amazing selection of dresses she’d pulled for me.

Within minutes I found my dream gown, a stunning electric blue Zac Posen. The alterations were done immediately, and I picked up my new dress on the way to Washington, D.C., with the warm feeling of having just been treated like a princess.

I started shopping at Boyds for gifts for my husband.

On one trip, I meandered over to the women’s shoe department, and the rest is history! Boyds has finely edited collections you don’t find elsewhere. Marina really pushes me to venture out of my style comfort zone, helping me find skirts, slacks and jackets for work that fit my personality. One of my first purchases for myself was a gorgeous 1950s-inspired black-and-white Behnaz Sarafpour skirt, which has since become a staple item in my wardrobe.

I just love that skirt.

TinaWaters Senior Vice President, Human Performance– National Customer Operations, Comcast Cable Tina always knows how to send a clear style signal.

Here, she shines in an Akris purple leather blazer, a brilliant Etro scarf and slim Etro stone-colored pants.

Woven-trim hobo bag from Bottega Veneta; earrings from Bounkit.

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{ boyds stories } KIRK: CAN YOU IMAGINE A COSMETIC SURGEON WEARING JEANS AND SNEAKERS? Being in the business of making people look good means I need to look good, too. I’ve been a loyal customer of Boyds for 20 years now. It really is the only one-stop shop for men in Philadelphia.

A few years ago Boyds sponsored a fashion show for a fundraising event Stephanie co-chaired. I went to select my outfit and Bill said, “Why don’t you switch it up and try something contemporary?” My Etro suit was a huge hit that night. I looked in the mirror and thought, “Wow! I look just like a Beverly Hills surgeon from Dr. 90210!”

Stephanie: My first Boyds experience was in January 1997, when I realized at 3 p.m. on the day of a ball that I had forgotten to pack my evening handbag. Kirk assured me a quick trip to Boyds would take care of my fashion crisis, and it did. We found the perfect clutch, which has been a favorite of mine ever since.

Even though I have very long legs and arms, Boyds always has a big selection of sportswear that fits me. I also do a lot of volunteer work and like to look professional for meetings. Ralph Lauren, Armani, Tory Burch and Milly are what I tend to purchase. I have this one powder blue Armani jacket that I’m surprised isn’t threadbare! It never fails to make me feel dynamite.

Stephanie & Kirk R. Brandow, M.D. Cosmetic Surgeon, The Brandow Clinic The look of luxe: Kirk is ready for his close-up in a Canali celeryand-blue glen plaid jacket, a Duchamp blue tone-on-tone print dress shirt, Trussini light olive pants and an Etro pocket square.

Stephanie looks gorgeous in a D&G dress.

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John M. Colabelli Publisher, Philadelphia Style magazine

LOOKING STYLISH IS AN ESSENTIAL P A R T O F W H AT I D O A S A P U B L I S H E R O F F A S H I O N A N D L I F E S T Y L E M A G A Z I N E S . On any given day, I may meet with fashion designers, advertisers and the occasional celebrity or two. Whether I’m doing business in New York or D.C., relaxing at home or simply going to the office in Philadelphia, my everyday wear consists of a great pair of slacks, a freshly pressed shirt, a perfectly fitted blazer and a well-made pair of shoes.

I get much of my sartorial sense from my father, who has always been a natty dresser. When I was younger he would take me to the original Boyds—back when it was located on Market Street—and we’d spend the day perusing the clothes as Ralph Yaffe gave us sage fashion advice. Ralph also helped me pick out my first suit, and through the years, he consistently has been my go-to guy for wardrobe choices.

One reason I stay so loyal to Boyds is their dedication to keeping Philadelphia stylish. Another is that I know when I enter the store, I will leave with exactly what I was looking for. Their full-service experience is precisely what a constantly-on-the-move businessman like me needs, and I can easily find it at Boyds.

John’s casual style means business. Here, he’s ready to multitask in a light blue Canali jacket with a mini houndstooth pattern, complemented by a Canali blue patterned pocket square and tan linen trousers. Shoes by Ferragamo; Rolex Daytona watch from Govberg Jewelers.

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LeRoy S. Zimmerman Chairman of the Board, Hershey Trust Company, and Senior Counsel, Eckert Seamans ,

I DISCOVERED BOYDS AS A YOUNG MAN W H E N T H E S T O R E WA S L O C AT E D O N M A R K E T S T R E E T. I’ve always believed in sticking with something good once you’ve found it, and it’s safe to say I’m a lifetime Boyds customer.

In suits, I like Brioni and my new favorite brand, Canali. Janet helps me select my ties, generally Zegna, Brioni and, more recently, seven-fold ties by Dolcepunta. For casual wear, I like Ike Behar shirts and pants by Zegna. Tony has been my tailor for years. Boyds’ tailoring is the best I’ve experienced—ever, anywhere, by far.

LeRoy is all about brand

Last-minute requests never faze the staff. I needed white tie and tails

loyalty, especially when it

for the Academy Ball, and Boyds provided it—with perfect tailoring—on

comes to the Boyds brand of

short notice.

service. For spring, he steps

I like to say that Boyds offers a “one-stop shop,” and the value of

out in a Hickey Freeman tan

that for a busy guy like me is unbeatable. Even the valet parking helps

suit, Ike Behar blue shirt,

save time. Tommy, a model of courteous professionalism, is there to greet

green braces and green

me the moment I arrive.

Dolcepunta tie. Sweet!

I’m always telling friends and colleagues from out of town: If you come to Philadelphia, you’ve got to experience Boyds.

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THE THEME OF CONVENIENCE P E R VA D E S E V E R Y T H I N G I D O , both at work—at TD Bank, we pride ourselves on being “America’s Most Convenient Bank”—and in my personal life. That’s why Boyds is my clothing store. It’s rare for me to spend more than an hour there at a time because, after 20 years, Ramonita knows me so well.

She knows my daughter, too. When I first started shopping at Boyds, my daughter was just a toddler. Mackenzie is now almost 21 and shops there herself. And if I’m shopping for my daughter, I’m always confident that, with Ramonita’s help, I’m buying her the right pieces.

I wear mostly Akris and Escada, but also have a lot of Armani, which I often get tailored—at no extra charge, of course! It’s extremely reassuring to know that all alterations are guaranteed for the life of the garment.

Over time, I’ve watched the women’s section develop from just one rack to an entire floor. The female influence on the store has been phenomenal. I’m at the point where I’ll see an item I like at another store but refuse to buy it unless I confirm with Ramonita that Boyds doesn’t carry it. I would feel as if I were cheating!

Linda Verba Executive Vice President, Store Operations and Service Programs, TD Bank Linda flies through her busy days in high style.

Here she wears an Escada gray-and-green stripe pant suit and green knit tank with Bounkit jewelry.

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Michael F. Barrett Managing Shareholder, Saltz Mongeluzzi Barrett & Bendesky BOYDS HAS BEEN A TRADITION I N M Y F A M I LY F O R F O U R G E N E R AT I O N S . Going to the store with my mom, dad and brother was always a special event.

And it was extra-special when we would “suit up” my grandfather.

Way back in the early ’70s, my father took me to the store’s previous location to shop for my Bar Mitzvah. I remember my eyes going straight for that burgundy velour suit! Recently I took my own two sons to Boyds for their first suits. There was no velour in sight, of course, but we had the same great service, which never changes, and the same sense of a special family occasion.

At the law firm and in court, my work “uniform” is classic with a bit of an edge. I wear mostly custom-made Italian suits. Kenny has definitely helped bring me into the 21st century. There’s a certain level of comfort knowing they really won’t let you walk out of the store unless everything looks perfect.

His clothing statement: classic yet current style by way of a Ravazzolo navy blue stripe suit with an Ike Behar white French cuff shirt and Ermenegildo Zegna blue tie.

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M A R C : J A C K LY N A N D I H AV E B E E N B O Y D S C U S T O M E R S F O R A D E C A D E . One Saturday afternoon when we had just started dating, I suggested a trip into the city to check out the store. Joe helped me pick out contemporary suits, while Richard matched all the shirts, ties and shoes. It was getting pretty late, so Joe suggested a great local Italian spot—the first of many Boyds-anddinner dates.

Jacklyn: When we got engaged, Marc and I felt a genuine sense of excitement from the Boyds team. Marc of course went straight to Boyds when it was time to choose his wedding tuxedo. It was like shopping with his buddies, he told me.

Our everyday clothes are pretty casual. Marc and I wear a lot of denim, and Boyds always has a fabulous selection of jeans. Shoes, too.

And handbags for me!

The day we found out we were expecting Zachary [now age 10 months], we stopped by the store, and I pointed to a red Valentino bag. I had no idea that Marc gave the “go-ahead nod” when I wasn’t looking. I was completely surprised when it was delivered to the house later that week!

Jacklyn & Marc Luber President of World Imports LTD. Two stylish: Marc stays balanced in an Etro striped shirt, PRPS denim and Converse by John Varvatos white sneakers. Jacklyn gets a jump on fashion in an Autumn Cashmere knit vest, D&G jeans and M Missoni floral belt with chain.

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Gregory T. Burrell President & CEO, Terry Funeral Home

I ’ V E A LWAY S B E E N V E R Y I N T O F A S H I O N , so when I moved to the area from the South, I had to find the best men’s clothing store in town. As a funeral director, I do find it interesting that the store’s location was originally a funeral home.

Clearly, Boyds and I were meant to be together!

My line of work obviously requires a conservative dress code—dark solids or pinstripes. If I order 15 shirts, 12 of them are going to be white. Bill Bolling handles my suits—I now have close to 100 of them, mostly Trussini and Canali.

Boyds’ customer service? It’s over the top. There is nothing they won’t do for a customer. I travel quite a bit for work. I’ve gone to Boyds first thing in the morning, needing a suit for the next day, and it’s ready for me before the day is even over. I even had my staff visit the store once just to see what true customer service means.

The sales associates never seem to sit down. I’ll often stop in unannounced—sometimes two, three times a day! I like hanging out there. It’s an amazing place.

Gregory likes his business attire to be conservative, but always distinctive. What’s working for him here: a Brioni charcoal gray and tan pinstripe single-breasted suit, Individualized shirt, Michelle Sartori pink tie and pocket square, Daniel Dolce cufflinks and Trafalgar braces.

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J E F F : I S TA R T E D O F F A S T H E M O S T C O N S E R V AT I V E D R E S S E R Y O U C O U L D I M A G I N E , with about 30 white shirts and 20 gray suits, but over the years Patrick has eased me into a more modern look.

My wife was thrilled when we found Boyds. She said, “They understand me; they really get it!” We even had her birthday party there—a day of shopping with champagne and a fashion show. Where else can you do that? Being in the restaurant business, I really respect superior customer treatment. That’s what I

Jeff Benjamin & Marc Vetri Partners, Vetri, Osteria and Amis Restaurants; Co-Founders, The Vetri Foundation for Children get at Boyds each and every time I go. It makes a world of difference.

Marc: About eight years ago I had an epiphany when I came home from a black-tie event. My tux was shredding, had a button missing, and had creases so awful that an 800-pound iron wouldn’t have helped. It was from my freshman year of college. I threw it in the garbage and soon after went to Boyds, where I purchased my first “real” piece of clothing, a Canali tuxedo.

But as you can see from this photograph, I prefer casual, contemporary clothes, and Boyds is the place to get them. When I visit the store, I’ll have an idea of what I’m looking for; then I let Patrick lead the way. It’s kind of the same thing at Vetri: People come in with an idea of what they want to eat, and I lead them through the menu.

Superb presentation: Jeff wears a Trussini suit, Ike Behar shirt, Robert Graham tie and Santoni cap toe shoes; Marc stays cool in an Armani jacket, Robert Graham shirt, PRPS denim and Prada orange patent sneakers.

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Christopher D.

Chimicles Senior Vice President, Rust Consulting T H E F I R S T T I M E I S H O P P E D AT B O Y D S , I WA S 1 8 Y E A R S O L D , A N D I I M M E D I AT E LY F E L L I N L O V E W I T H T H E P L A C E . I was spending the afternoon in Center City with my father and we went into the store so I could buy a new overcoat. I was so impressed by the experience, I think it helped spark my interest in fashion.

Today I buy most of my casual clothes at Boyds, including a lot of denim, shoes, shirts and sweaters. I especially love Hudson and 7 for All Mankind for my jeans. In addition, all of my dress clothes come from Boyds. My favorite suit is a Trussini in charcoal gray with white pinstripes.

All these years later, the store still has that warm and hospitable atmosphere that impressed me 16 years ago. The staff knows how to cater to your needs and personalize your shopping experience. Because I travel heavily for work—I am on the road about 70 percent of the year—I need to use my time in Philadelphia wisely. Richard knows me the best and pays close attention to all the little details. He is especially great at getting me in and out of the store quickly!

The stripe is right: Chris likes fashion that’s relaxed but pulled-together. Here he commands attention in an Etro purple and brown multi-stripe jacket and sport shirt, Hudson jeans and Robert Graham belt.

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Daniel J. Sobol Attorney, Martin J. Sobol & Associates M Y F AT H E R A LWAY S T O L D M E T H E R E ’ S O N LY O N E P L A C E I N P H I L A D E L P H I A T O B U Y A S U I T, A N D T H AT ’ S B O Y D S .

Jeff Glass helped me pick out my very first, a pinstripe by Calvin Klein. I will never forget his words: “That sure is a bold suit, Daniel.”

Bold is exactly how I want to look, in the sense of appearing confident and commanding. My firm specializes in labor and employment law. We have a reputation for vigorously representing many types of businesses, and it’s important for me to dress the part.

I shop at Boyds a few times a month, and I tell you, it really feels like I’m going to see friends and family. Howard is my suit guy, and Janet helps me pick out everything else. My favorite brands are Donna Karan, Trussini, Ralph Lauren and Zegna because I like the way they fit.

I’m not the type of guy who buys things he doesn’t need, but when I find something I really like, I’ll splurge a little. I bought a pair of black lace-up shoes by To Boot New York. I liked them so much that I bought another pair in a different style—and then a pair of each style in brown. And why not? People do judge you by your shoes, you know.

Daniel sets a fashion precedent in this Ralph Lauren tan suit, lavender shirt by Ike Behar and Robert Talbott lavender tie.

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Armani Collezioni charcoal gray with red windowpane two-button jacket and charcoal pants, Eton red stripe sportshirt, Etro multi-print pocket square, Salvatore Ferragamo black leather loafer.

Right, from top to bottom: Salvatore Ferragamo leather belts, Creed Original Vetiver, Ermenegildo Zegna silk ties

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On her: Akris Punto purple jacket

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COOL & Casual These easygoing looks will take you anywhere in style

Loro Piana tan Winton suede jacket, white longsleeve polo shirt, orange checkered summer scarf

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DALMATIAN

On Korcula, legendary birthplace of Marco Polo, the Lesic Dimitri Palace offers thoroughly

HOLIDAY SAIL ALONG THE DALMATIAN COAST OF CROATIA, and you’ll see more than a thousand islands. Scat-

tered like gemstones, with the mainland mountains as a backdrop, they’re part of one of the most scenic coastlines in Europe. Some are no more than rocky outcroppings, while others are topped with pine forests or vineyards, islands that are home to fishing villages and lively port towns.

You could spend many summers sailing the beautiful waters of the Adriatic, seeking paradise. But you could save yourself time simply by asking a well-traveled native to name the most beautiful of all of the islands. Chances are, the reply would be “Korcula.”

Twenty miles long and no wider than five miles, Korcula lies about 100 miles from Dubrovnik and just a mile off the Croatian coast. It was once covered with pine trees and thus called Kerkyra Malaina (Black Corfu) by Greeks, who settled here around 400 B.C. When you board a ferry in Orebic or Split to make the journey, you’re crossing to an island that is the essence of fairy-tale Europe, a place you imagined existed in the past but had long since disappeared. That fairy-tale CONTINUED . . .

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modern comfort in a fairy-tale setting

Korcula’s Old Town is surrounded by thick stone walls, circa 14th century.

The landmark Cathedral Sveti Marko is the island’s tallest structure.

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quality endures, which may explain why

Korcula has many small and

Korcula, and especially its namesake me-

secluded coves for those seeking

dieval town, has emerged as one of the

privacy, as well as bigger, family-

choicest getaways in the Adriatic.

friendly beaches. Above, the

Crossing the Peljesac Channel and

gorgeous colors in Zitna Bay’s

approaching the marina, you’ll see a fleet

water are the result of its sandy

of vintage fishing boats and the fortress

sea floor. Right, an exterior view

walls of Korcula town. As you disembark,

of the 18th-century Lesic Dimitri

try to ignore the bustle of the dock area

Palace. The town’s streets are

shops and cafes, and go for instant im-

arranged in a fish-bone pattern as

mersion in the past. Climb the19th-

protection against strong winds.

century Grand Staircase with its 15thcentury Revelin tower and walk through the 14th-century Land Gate, built to celebrate the island’s successful defense against the Ottoman navy in the Battle of Lepanto in 1571.

Now you’re in the heart of medieval Korcula, with its tiny streets, winding alleyways and terra-cotta-tiled houses in the Renaissance and Gothic styles. The well-preserved stone buildings may well remind you of

old town is located in a restored 18th-century bishop’s palace and five

Venice. That’s no surprise, given that the Venetians ruled Korcula, an im-

cottages that date from the 15th and 16th centuries. The one- and two-

portant outpost on the spice route, at various times throughout the Middle

story buildings lie on either side of a narrow street that runs from the

Ages. Korcula has even greater fame as the reputed birthplace of the

town center down to the sea.

great explorer Marco Polo, though honestly, there’s nothing to document that assertion. But after a few days here, you’ll come to believe it yourself.

Later on, you can walk to the main square, the Pjaceta, overlooked

Lesic Dimitri is less a hotel than a series of six self-contained suites.

by the town hall, and the 17th-century Church of St. Michael. But be-

For example, there is no central lobby per se. Each unit is a luxury

fore you explore the hilly streets and shops, pause to check into one of

apartment. The bigger units have living rooms, private courtyards or

the finest properties in Croatia.

balconies, and as many as four bedrooms apiece.

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City guards in uniforms of 13th-century design keep an eye on a stray flower girl from a wedding at the Cathedral Sveti Marko. The 15th-century cathedral was created by some of the same artisans who worked in Renaissance Venice and Dubrovnik.

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Left, oysters, mussels and all manner of seafood are regular features on island menus—often washed down with, a local dry white wine. Above, a lightfilled room in the Arabia residence; right, the Venice residence, with its red-stained ceiling, pays homage to Marco Polo’s Venetian roots.

of grk, a local white wine from the nearby village of Lumbarda. And yes, the word “grk” means Greek, a reference to the grapevines that those early settlers brought centuries ago.

On a hot afternoon at the bar, the pace is positively medieval. At night, it’s even quieter. You come to Lesic Dimitri and Korcula for luxurious 13th-century Silk Road. Hence, they are called India, China, Venice, Ceylon, Arabia and Korcula, respectively. The two-bedroom India residence,

relaxation, not nightlife.

While you can explore the town and the island on your own, you can

for example, is completely white, and has stone floors and beams, along

also elect to have one of the hotel’s guides take you to local landmarks such

with a Jacuzzi in the room and a private courtyard. The one-bedroom Ara-

as the Korcula Museum and the 14th–century St. Peter’s Church. If you’re

bia has a white, tent-like ceiling, Moorish patterns, a large, low-slung divan

lucky, you’ll be on the island when the Moreska Sword Dance is being

and 360-degree views that encompass the Peljesac Channel and the red

performed. This is pure 15th-century street theater, where 20 costumed

roofs of the town. The three-bedroom, three-bath Venice residence has a

men with swords perform a mock dance/battle that tells of two kings who

private carved wood balcony.

compete for the love of a princess.

While the décor may be varied, all of the residences are elegant,

Have a car and driver take you to the best vineyards on the island,

understated and delicately themed, their tone and taste reminiscent of

passing olive groves and fields of lavender. Or have someone drop you

a Four Seasons property. There’s nothing splashy here. The designer

off at one of the better beaches, such as Vela Przina at Lumbarda. On

has wisely let the architecture speak for itself.

another day, you can hop a ferry for the hour-long trip to Hvar, a hip is-

This is the only luxury hotel within the walls of the old town, and

land that has the air of the Riviera and a harbor full of gleaming yachts.

it is staffed by native Korculanis. Service is gracious, the bathrooms

Or head the other way and ferry to the island of Mljet, which has a

appointed with locally made lavender products. While every residence

national park and two saltwater lakes.

has a kitchen as well as multiple plasma TVs and iPod docking stations, these 21st–century conveniences almost seem beside the point.

But perhaps the best excursion of all is to arrange a day on the Lesic Dimitri’s vintage wooden sailing boat, Vipera. It’s a lazy day spent exploring

There are two Thai masseuses on staff (a coy reference, perhaps, to

the coast of Korcula and other nearby islands, with a trained skipper at the

the Silk Road), and they offer massages in your residence—a fine interim

helm and cold drinks on board. Plan on jumping into the Adriatic when the

solution until the LD Spa opens later in 2010 with four treatment rooms.

mood suits, and lunching on board or at a remote seaside restaurant. It’s a

The hotel’s restaurant also will open this summer, so breakfast is

voyage that Marco Polo himself would have envied.

served in your room. But the LD Bar—a wine bar on the seafront below the hotel—already has become a hit. The drink of choice here is a glass

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The bell tower of the Cathedral Sveti Marko, a marvel of artisan stonework. Among the treasures inside are two paintings by Venetian artist Jacopo Tintoretto— one, the main altarpiece, and the other the famous “Our Lady of the Islond” icon, said to have protected Korcula from Turkish invasion in 1571.

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The Faldo Championship Course is just one of the pleasures at this new world-class resort in Northern Ireland

Lough Erne B Y PA U L R O G E R S

WELL BEFORE TIGER WOODS took his indefinite leave from

least populated county in Ulster and one of the least

professional golf, avid followers of the sport widely

populated in all of Ireland. Fermanagh has been largely

agreed on who was poised to become its next great

known—to the extent that it’s been known at all—for

star: the gifted young Northern Irishman Rory McIlroy.

the opportunities to go fishing, birding and canoeing

In keeping with golf’s global reach, the cap that McIlroy

among the 150-plus islands that dot its waterways.

wears over his bushy hair bears the name of a hotel

Some of these islands, including Devenish and White,

group based in Dubai. But on his golf bag, emblazoned

offer the added appeal of visiting age-old ruins.

under his name, appears an ad for a destination which

Such attractions remain, but golf now beckons

for McIlroy is much closer to home, Lough Erne Golf

as well. Lough Erne developer Jim Treacy hired Nick

Resort (pronounced Lock Earn).

Faldo, the architect, TV commentator and six-time

Just as McIlroy is gaining renown, so, too, it seems

major champion, to design the resort’s flagship course.

safe to say, will this beguiling new getaway in a remote

(Lough Erne also has a modest though scenic second

corner of his native land. The resort sits magnificently on

course, Castle Hume, which was built on the site of

a 600-acre peninsula between two lakes, Lower Lough

a World War II U.S. Army training camp and which

Erne and Castle Hume Lough, in County Fermanagh.

Fermanagh (pronounced Fir-MAN-ah) is the

Far and away: Sir Nick Faldo on the 17th hole of the lakeside

southwestern-most of the six counties that make up

course he designed at Lough Erne. It was ranked third in Golf

Northern Ireland. Home to just 54,000 people, it is the

magazine’s Best New Courses of 2009.

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Treacy acquired as part of the development.) Treacy told Faldo he wanted

respect: an emphasis on strategy over might. From the back tees, the

tion from Loch Lomond Golf Club on the fabled bonnie banks in Scotland.

par-72 layout may stretch to a lengthy 7,167 yards, but most if not every

Given the quality of Ireland’s seaside links, convincing international

hole presents a choice of shots to play.

travelers to play an inland layout is no small feat. Northern Ireland, after

Take the 565-yard, par-five 16th, which begins a rousing—and

all, boasts two of the world’s finest links, Royal County Down and Royal

watery—closing stretch. Standing on the elevated tee, the player faces

Portrush, the latter being the only course outside of Scotland and England

a decision: Drive up the left side, challenging a large fairway bunker in

ever to host the British Open (in 1951). Nearer to Lough Erne lie a few

hopes of setting up a clear approach to the green, or opt for the safer

more seaside treasures: County Sligo Golf Club, also known as Rosses

route to the right. The second shot poses another question: Go for the

Point; Enniscrone Golf Club; and Donegal Golf Club at Murvagh.

green despite the threat of water to the right and bunkers beyond the

Lough Erne’s Faldo Championship Course, which opened last year,

putting surface, or lay up to avoid the trouble. At Lough Erne, says Direc-

holds no pretensions of being a links course. Faldo and his design team

tor of Golf Andy Campbell, “it’s not a game of muscle necessarily; you

eschewed trappings, such as ragged-edged bunkers and tall fescues,

must plot your way around.”

that have been used so commonly on non-links sites in recent years as to become cliché.

Instead, they fashioned a course very much in keeping with its

Another engaging feature is that the course has two four-hole stretches—one on the front nine, one on the back—that go as follows: par three, par five, par three, par five. Guy Hockley, the lead architect for

bucolic surroundings. The fairways are lush and green. Many of them

Faldo Design, describes this as a “syncopated rhythm.” The designers

flow from a central spine on the property down to either the massive

didn’t set out to do this, he says. They discovered while walking the site

Lower Lough Erne or the much smaller Castle Hume Lough. Some

that the land lent itself to these rather unusual runs.

holes play entirely at the water’s edge, often skirting marshland.

Others nose into the woods.

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Rock around the lough: clockwise from left, boasting year-round playing conditions, Lough Erne also prides itself on signature touches, such as the 101 Irish whiskeys at the Blaney Bar; the 595-yard 6th hole is a par five; an aerial view of the resort.

In construction as well as maintenance, great care is taken to preserve the environment and natural habitat of swans, red squirrels and Irish hares. Below, far left, the resort’s “golf team”: Andy Campbell, Director of Golf, Peter Smyth, Golf Operations Manager, and Dave Peden, Golf Sales Manager.

of spectators turned out for an exhibition between McIlroy and fellow

offers a grazing menu and an exhaustive collection of Irish whiskeys.

Irishman Padraig Harrington in July 2009. The players arrived by seaplane

Rounding out the amenities is a state-of-the-art Thai spa.

and were enthusiastically followed during their match, which McIlroy won by two strokes.

Lough Erne’s creators knew, however, that it would take more than

All of which has helped earn Lough Erne the Automobile Association’s (AA) first five-star rating for a hotel in Northern Ireland.

What’s more, it would be an opportunity missed to visit the resort

a well-designed course to draw serious attention. The conditioning also

and fail to explore the islands of Fermanagh. Devenish Island is home to

would have to be superb, a challenge because of the area’s frequent rain.

a hundred-foot-tall round tower believed to date back to the 12th century.

So they trucked in tons of sand to cap the fairways and near-roughs to

On White Island, treasures include quartzite carvings of tunic-clad church-

make them drain better and thus allow for year-round play.

men, thought to have been made between 800 and 1000 A.D.

The appeal of Lough Erne also extends well beyond the golf. The

Just how much staying power Lough Erne will have remains to be

resort offers a luxury experience that carries through to the accommoda-

seen. But, like McIlroy, who last year notched his first victory as a profes-

tions: 120 tastefully appointed guest rooms. Visitors can stay in either a

sional at age 19, the Faldo Championship Course and the encompassing

country manor house or one of 25 full-service two- and three-bedroom

resort are each off to an impressive start.

lakeside lodges, several of them designed with cylindrical walls and conical roofs to evoke an old dovecote on a neighboring property.

The dining, too, is first-rate. Catalina, the resort’s most ambitious

LOUGH ERNE GOLF RESORT Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh, Northern Ireland

restaurant, has been recognized nationally for its emphasis on local ingre-

www.loughernegolfresort.com

dients and authentic Irish cuisine. The Blaney Bar, a more casual option,

THE FALDO COURSE Architect: Nick Faldo, 2009. Yardage: 7,167. Par: 72.

GETTING THERE The resort is two hours by car from Belfast International Airport and

P A U L R O G E R S is a New York–based writer whose work has appeared in

two-and-a-half hours from Dublin International Airport. It’s minutes away from the Enniskillen

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Beautifully balanced and complex beyond reason, Redbreast is proof that the best Irish whiskey is among the best whiskey anywhere ALTHOUGH THE IRISH ARE SAID to have invented whiskey,

tilled twice), smooth and, many Scotch lovers

their product gets little attention in a world of connoisseur-

would say, bland by comparison.

ship that revolves around Scotch. It’s a pity—and surely

The IDG closed its three historic distilleries

bound to change—because Irish whiskey is enjoying a

and in 1975 opened the New Midleton Distillery

renaissance. Forget any preconceptions about Irish be-

in County Cork. Thus there came to be a single

ing best used to flavor coffee. That’s a fine use for

licensed distillery, albeit a massive one, in all of

Jameson, but it would be a waste to mix Red-

the republic, plus Old Bushmills in the North.

breast, Green Spot or Black Bush with any-

Today the Midleton facility is owned by Pernod

thing other than soft water.

Ricard (yes, the French control most Irish whis-

The commercial history of Irish

key), while Old Bushmills is owned by the other

whiskey follows a curious arc. In

global beverage giant, Diageo. A third player,

the late 19th and early 20th centu-

Cooley Distillery, opened in 1987—independent

ries, Irish outsold Scotch around the

and Irish-owned, by God! In addition to its plant

globe. Then the industry was hit by

in County Louth, Cooley recently reopened the

the double-whammy of Prohibition in

Old Kilbeggan distillery, which had been shut-

the United States and independence

tered for more than half a century.

from the United Kingdom. The break

This brings the number of Irish distilleries

from the U.K. meant that the far-

to only four today—compare that to 90 in Scot-

flung Empire market for Irish whiskey

land—but these four are producing an impres-

dried up completely and swung over

sive range of whiskey styles. The three main

to Scotch. Irish production crashed

categories are malt, single grain and pure pot

and never recovered.

still, the latter a unique Irish style made from

By the 1960s, only three distill-

a mash of malted and unmalted barley. Most

eries remained in Ireland. They were

Irish brands are blends, and some combine

Jameson, Powers and Cork Distill-

two or all three of these styles. Here’s an over-

ers, which banded for survival into

view of the brandscape:

the Irish Distillers Group. In 1972,

Midleton Distillery produces Jameson and

Bushmills in Northern Ireland joined

Jameson’s premium reserve range (of which

the IDG. The members bought into

there are currently six expressions), Powers

the strategy of making a product as

and Midleton Very Rare, which is vintage-dat-

unlike Scotch as possible, and so

ed. These brands are all blends of pot still and

all Irish whiskey for a time was un-

grain spirit. Also made at Midleton are Paddy

peated, triple-distilled (Scotch is dis-

and Tullamore Dew, which add malt whiskey to

Redbreast is a “pure pot still” spirit, the most traditional style of Irish whiskey. Its distinctive flavor profile is reminiscent of the best Speyside Scotch.

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These pot stills at the sprawling Midleton Distillery produce brands ranging from Jameson to Redbreast.

The old water wheel (right), which dates to 1825 and once provided the power for all distillery operations, is still turning today. The map below shows the four extant distilleries in all of Ireland.

the blend, and two pure pot still whiskies, Redbreast 12-year-

it around the mouth, and all kinds of flavors

old and Green Spot.

come welling up—malt, ginger, toffee, even cinnamon. The finish is long and oily,

Old Bushmills produces triple-distilled malts

with a faint licorice tail.

under the Bushmills brand (including Black

All of this mouth drama comes

Bush, which is blended with Midleton grain whiskey and has a sherried finish)

as an exceptional value. If you

and post-1994 vintages of Knappogue

drink much single-malt Scotch,

Castle single malt.

you may have noticed that prices have shot skyward in the past

The leading brand from Cooley,

two years, financial crisis be

which specializes in reviving old styles and marks, is Connemara, a

damned. Redbreast 12-year-old,

peated single malt that seems un-

by comparison, is a great deal at

Gaelic but in truth harks back to the

about $50 per bottle. (I should add

golden age of Irish whiskey. Cooley

that the same is true of some of the best bourbons.)

also makes the superb Tyrconnell

Does it get any better? Well,

unpeated single malt; Kilbeggan, a blend; and Greenore, the only

yes: Redbreast 15-year-old is com-

Irish single grain whiskey.

ing. This older expression, which

Not long ago, I uncorked

was only released once, in very

a bottle of Redbreast, the pure

limited quantities, in Europe, will be

pot still spirit frequently cited

available in the United States this fall.

Meantime, find yourself a bottle

as Ireland’s best. Pure pot still

of the 12-year-old and raise a glass to

as a style has a characteristically

County Cork’s pure pot still perfectionists.

oily mouthfeel and a distinctive

As they say over there, “Up Cork!”

flavor profile. There’s no mistaking Redbreast for an American whiskey, although it is plenty sweet. You might well peg it for a Speyside Scotch, given the fruit and floral notes.

Displaying tremendous complexity on the nose and palate, this whiskey requires some quiet time (in my case, by the fireside during a snowstorm) for one to plumb the developing aromas and tastes.

There is ripe fruit on the nose, some sherry and vanilla, and a resinous, linseed-like tang. I also found a pleasing note of rye spice, although no rye is used in the mash. Redbreast is positively fat on the tongue. Roll

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TASTING NOTES REDBREAST 12-YEAR-OLD IRISH WHISKEY C O L O R | Deep amber N O S E | Spice cake, nuts, sherry, cream soda, meadow flowers and grass, honey, cherries, linseed oil, rye-like overtones.

PA L AT E | Silky mouthfeel, with tastes of ginger cake and treacle sponge, malt, butter, maple syrup, a hint of cinnamon. It’s simultaneously redolent of a Vermont breakfast and a sticky English dessert. Sweet but not cloying.

M A R K D O W D E N , a native of Kentucky who was educated at the

F I N I S H | Oily, spicy and long, with honey, sherry and licorice.

University of St. Andrews, is a fan of all whiskey.

P R I C E | $50

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{ spring pricing guide } Page 34 | WHAT’S IN YOUR CLOSET? Smythe jacket, $425; Salvatore Ferragamo scarf, $295; Salvatore Ferragamo evening bag, $795; Bounkit earrings, $395 and necklace, $895; Marc by Marc Jacobs sandals, $290; Manolo Blahnik sandals, $695; Creed, $230; Citizens of Humanity jeans, $215 Page 37 | OFF THE CUFF Row 1 (cufflinks/shirt): Robert Graham ($128)/Trussini ($195); Daniel Dolce ($195)/Gucci ($265); David Donahue ($115)/Canali ($265); Robert Graham ($128)/Robert Talbott ($235); Row 2: Jan Leslie ($325)/Oriali ($295); Baade II ($395)/ Gucci ($265); Jan Leslie ($325)/Ermenegildo Zegna ($275); Baade II ($325)/Ike Behar ($165); Row 3: Etro ($185)/ Trussini ($195); Tracey Mayer ($450)/ Ermenegildo Zegna ($275); Scott Kay ($435)/ Ike Behar ($165); Robert Talbott ($235)/ Ermenegildo Zegna ($295); Row 4: WD London ($95)/ Trussini ($195); David Donahue ($115)/Gucci ($265); Daniel Dolce ($115)/Gucci ($265); Baade II ($395)/Oriali ($295) Page 38 | TALKING TIME 1. Patek Philippe $30,700; 2. Rolex $11,575; 3. Hamilton $2,495; 4. Ulysse Nardin $18,900; 5. Audemars Piguet $22,000; 6. Bell & Ross $25,000; 7. IWC $5,400; 8.

Chopard $6,080; 9. Jaeger-LeCoultre $15,950; 10. Cartier $4,650; 11. Vacheron Constantin $24,900; 12. A. Lange & Söhne $37,800 Page 40 | NEVER TOO MANY Clockwise from top of page: Carlos Falchi totes, $225; Salvatore Ferragamo satchel, $895; Carlos Falchi clutches, $875; Lanvin tote, $1,295; Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti hobo, $595, handbag, $695; Bottega Veneta hobo $1,895; Bottega Veneta clutches in pink and purple, $1,295, in orange, $1,195; Bottega Veneta hobo, $1,395; Salvatore Ferragamo shoulder bag, $1,395; Nancy Gonzalez hobo, $2,995 Page 42 | WEDDING STYLE Right: Ermenegildo Zegna jacket, $1,795; Etro shirt, $295; Carrot & Gibbs bow tie, $60; J Shoes oxfords, $165; Hiltl pants, $225; Gucci belt, $275; Jan Leslie cuffinks, $325.

Left: David Donahue ties, $95; Carrot & Gibbs bow tie, $60 and vest, $295; Ermenegildo Zegna shirt, $275; Moreschi loafer, $575; Preti scarf, $85; Scott Kay cufflinks, $410; Jan Leslie stud set, $375 Page 44 | MADE TO MEASURE Custom shirts begin at $115. Price varies depending on the manufacturer and fabric of your selection.

Page 52 | 5 STYLES FOR EVERY MODERN MAN Row 1 (left to right): To Boot New York, $350; Santoni, $750; To Boot New York, $295; Salvatore Ferragamo, $575; Allen Edmonds, $295. Row 2: Gucci, $550; Moreschi, $460; Salvatore Ferragamo, $475; Santoni, $495; Santoni, $560.

Row 3: Moreschi, $435; Gucci, $395; Salvatore Ferragamo, $395; Gucci, $395; Gucci, $395. Row 4: To Boot New York, $165; To Boot New York, $210; Gucci, $395; To Boot New York, $198; J Shoes, $130. Row 5: D&G, $225; Gucci, $375; Gucci, $550; Converse by John Varvatos, $95; Converse by John Varvatos, $95.

Page 78 | STRONG SUITS Pages 78-79: Trussini tan suit, $995; Eton red stripe shirt, $255; Geoff Nicholson tie, $95; Altea pocket square, $55; Armani stripe suit, $1,995, dress shirt, $245 and tie, $145. Pages 80-81: Armani jacket, $1,395 and pant, $345; Eton sport shirt, $255; Etro pocket square, $89.95; Salvatore Ferragamo loafer, $575; Salvatore Ferragamo belts, $285-$350; Creed, $250; Ermenegildo Zegna ties, $170; Ermenegildo Zegna suit, $2,495, dress shirt, $275, tie, $170 and pocket square, $65; Akris Punto jacket, $1,195. Pages 82-83: Hugo Boss blazer, $495, shirt, $95, trouser, $195 and pocket square, $55; Canali suit, $1,795; Eton shirt, $255; Dolcepunta tie, $210; Etro jacket, $1,495. Pages 84-85: Brioni sport coat, $3,595, dress shirt, $395 and tie, $195; Ike Behar dress shirts, $165 and ties, $95. Pages 86-87: (left) Ermenegildo Zegna sportcoat, $1,595; (right) Ermenegildo Zegna sportcoat, $1,795; Eton shirt, $255; Basile trouser, $325; Dolcepunta tie, $210; Canali suit, $1,795 and dress shirt, $235; Brioni green tie, $195; Jaeger-LeCoultre watch $7,250. Pages 88-89: Hickey Freeman suit, $1,595; Trussini dress shirt, $195; Ermenegildo Zegna tie, $170; Etro pocket square, $89.95; David Donahue ties, $95 and cufflinks, $115-$165; Trafalgar brown leather brief case, $395, braces, $170, belts, $95-$375 and wallets, $295-$495. Pages 90-91: Gucci dress shirt, $295 and loafer, $550; Gucci suit $1,595, dress shirt, $295 and tie, $180. Pages 92-93: Altea paisley ties, $105; Moreschi loafer, $460; Ravazzolo suit, $2,995; Eton dress shirt, $245; Dolcepunta tie, $210 and pocket square, $65.

Page 94 | COOL & CASUAL Page 94: Loro Piana jacket, $3,995, polo shirt, $250 and scarf, $395. Pages 95-96: Robert Graham sport jacket, $395 and sportshirt, $165; AG Jeans, $175; Gucci driver, $425; Ermenegildo Zegna sportshirts, $295; Incotex pants, $395; Ermenegildo Zegna blazer, $1,695 and sportshirt, $325; Viganò trouser, $295; Altea pocket square, $55; Breitling watch, $6,500. Pages 97-98: Rag & Bone cardigan, $235, shirt, $235 and jeans, $285; Etro sportshirts, floral, $345, check, $295; Gucci wallets, $275; Moore & Giles weekender, $595; Paul Smith jacket, $655, shirt, $235 and sneaker, $195; PRPS jeans, $295. Pages 99-100: Etro jacket, $1,295 and shirt, $295; Citizens of Humanity jeans, $175; Moore & Giles tote, $565; Gucci loafer, $550; Eton sport shirts, $255; Block Headwear hats, $59.95; Incotex pants, $395; Moore & Giles garment bag, $515. Pages 101-102: Tallia Orange blazer, $355 and trouser, $125; Martin Gordon shirt, $145; Viganò pants, $295; Brioni belt, $495. Pages 103-104: Raffi t-shirt, $69.95; Martin Gordon shorts, $99.50; Gucci sneaker, $375; To Boot New York sandal, $198; J Shoes oxford, $165; Martin Gordon polo, $75 and linen shorts, $99.50; Converse by John Varvatos slip-on, $95.

Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti handbag, $695. Pages 114-115: Diane von Furstenberg blouse, $255; Citizens of Humanity jeans, $175; Gucci sandal, $395; Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti hobo, $995; Etro blouse, $695; Nancy Gonzalez clutch, $925; Autumn Cashmere sweater, $295; Salvatore Ferragamo satchel, $895; Ali Ro jacket, $295; See By Chloe t-shirt, $135; Citizens of Humanity denim jeans, $195; Autumn Cashmere sweater, $225; M Missoni scarf, $245; J Brand denim, $175. Pages 116-117: Belford sweater, $165; 7 for All Mankind denim, $185; Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti hobo, $595; Armani Collezioni jacket, $795; Citizens of Humanity jeans, $175; Gucci sandal, $395; Diane von Furstenberg dress, $375; Manolo Blahnik pumps, $750; Carlos Falchi tote, $225. Pages 118-119: M Missoni dress, $750; Bottega Veneta handbag, $2,295; Etro scarf, $395; Tulla jacket, $1650 and skirt, $965. Pages 120-121: Armani Collezioni jacket, $995 and pants, $695; Nancy Gonzalez clutch, $750; (clockwise from top left) Gucci pump, $575, tote, $490, sandal, $495, mule, $475 and sandal, $540. Pages 122-123: Catherine Malandrino dress, $545; Nancy Gonzalez clutch, $2,295; Giuseppe Zanotti pump, $595; Bottega Veneta bags, $895; Peserico dress, $595; Bottega Veneta clutch, $840; Luciano Padovan pumps, $595.

Page 124 | ALL DRESSED UP Pages 124-125: Etro wrap dress, $1,095; Gucci sandals, $540; Nancy Gonzalez clutch, $725; John Hardy bangles from $1,195; Armani Collezioni jacket, $1195 and skirt, $785; Bounkit earrings, $395. Pages 126-127: Alice + Olivia dress, $484; Salvatore Ferragamo wristlet, $225; Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti gown, $995; Manolo Blahnik pump, $695; Bottega Veneta clutch, $1,395; Govberg Jewelers Signature Collection earrings, $11,250; John Hardy ring, $2,295; Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti dress, $495; Carlos Falchi clutch, $875. Pages 128-129: Escada jacket, $995; Nancy Gonzalez tote, $3,495; Nancy Gonzalez clutches—natural, $750, beige, $750, tan, $895; Gucci sandal, $495; Narciso Rodriguez dress, $1,395; Nancy Gonzalez clutch, $925. Pages 130-131: Rachel Roy dress, $595; Nancy Gonzalez clutch, $725; Bounkit drop earrings, $450; Akris Punto pantsuit, $1,695; Salvatore Ferragamo handbag, $895. Pages 132-133: (clockwise from top left) Just Cavalli top $395; Piazza Sempione pants $325; Bounkit bracelet $1095; D&G dress $495; Carlos Falchi clutch; $875; Robbi + Nikki blouse, $175; 7 for All Mankind jeans, $185; Smythe white jacket, $735; Strenesse t-shirt, $135; 7 for All Mankind jeans, $185; Lanvin shoulder bag, $1,795; Just Cavalli dress, $595; Salvatore Ferragamo evening bag, $795.

Page 134 | STEP INTO SPRING Top left: Gucci ballet flat, $495; Gucci sneaker, $395; Gucci mule, $510; Lanvin sandals, $595. Bottom left: Manolo Blahnik d’Orsay pump, $795; Lanvin slingback, $595; Giuseppe Zanotti pump, $695; Luciano Padovan pump, $695; Gucci sandal, $695. Top right: Manolo Blahnik multi-print sandal, $795; Manolo Blahnik sandal, $695; Giuseppe Zanotti wedge sandal, $495; Gucci sandal, $495. Bottom right: Manolo Blahnik spectator pump, $750; Manolo Blahnik Mary Jane, $675; Manolo Blahnik slingback, $695; Gucci pump, $475; Luciano Padovan slingback, $595.

Page 112 | FLOWER POWER Pages 112-113: M Missoni dress, $595; John Hardy bangles, from $1,195; Etro poncho, $495; 7 for All Mankind jeans, $185;

The foregoing prices are current at the time of printing. Boyds is not responsible for typographical errors in pricing.

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Saint James Paris

TUCKED AWAY IN THE TRANQUIL, tony 16th

Arrondissement, the Saint James Paris has the air of a London club and a name to match. That’s no accident. The château-like hotel, built in 1892 as a residence for France’s best students, was converted to a private club in the 1980s by Peter de Savary, the English entrepreneur. This was part of a string of Saint James Clubs worldwide, which he later sold to finance the Carnegie Club at Skibo Castle, Scotland.

The French family that bought the Saint James Paris from de Savary continues to run it as a private club and also as a luxury hotel. Its 48 guest rooms and suites were created by Andrée Putman, the doyenne of French interior design.

When I stayed at the Saint James last Christmas, my favorite room was the library bar, pictured at left, where 8,000 volumes co-exist with a slightly smaller selection of cognacs and whiskies.

Although it long ago passed from his ownership, de Savary still calls the Saint James Paris Set back from the street, the Saint

his favorite lodging in the world, which says a lot

James Paris looks more like a

about the special atmosphere of the place. It is

château than a city lodging. Stately

like a London club, a family-run Paris hotel and a

rooms such as the library bar, above,

country estate rolled into one.

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To raise awareness, the Utleys enlisted an all-star partner: Boyds, which hosted a fundraiser for the cause. “Boyds was fantastic to work with because it is a high-profile store with a clientele that extends far beyond Center City,” says Jen. Along with exhibits, the evening included a silent auction of plaster dogs decorated by several of Chase’s Phillies teammates. The event raised $7,000 for the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PSPCA).

Fundraising efforts continue. On April 29, the couple will host the third annual invitation-only Utley All-Star Animals Casino Night; this summer, look for the Phillies Wives’ annual “Save a Pet at the Park” night. In the meantime, Jen Utley has a plea for those who want to help animals: Donate to the PSPCA. Adopt a pet—literally if you can, or via a paid “sponsorship,” which includes paying for a pet’s spay/neuter procedure, food and shelter until a home is found. “That program has been so successful for us,” says Jen. “People feel a bond with the animal they sponsor and often find it a home. And that’s our goal: to find these animals a home and a better life.” For more information, visit www.chaseutley.com or www.pspca.org.

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2. Last year’s second annual Utley’s All-Star Animals Casino Night, which raised more than $200,000 for the PSPCA. 3. Michael Barkann from Comcast Sportsnet auctions off a signed Chase Utley jersey at last year’s Casino Night.

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