Hamilton Fall/Winter 2023

AC C E N T: T H E M AG A Z I N E O F L I F E ’ S C E L E B R AT I O N S

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PRINCETON 609-683-4200 PA L M B E A C H 5 6 1 - 6 5 9 - 6 7 8 8 PALM BEACH GARDENS 561-775-3600 H A M I LT O N J E W E L E R S . C O M PRESIDENT AND C.E.O. Hank B. Siegel C H I E F O P E R AT I N G O F F I C E R Andrew Siegel EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Anne Russell SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT David S. Kaster

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SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT S P E C I A LT Y D I V I S I O N Donna Bouchard C R E AT I V E D I R E C T O R Christopher D. Navarro EDITOR IN CHIEF Jennifer P. Henderson CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Ayzia James, Skye Sherman CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Nick Mele, Karin Belgrave, Randi Fair EDITOR IN CHIEF Rita Guarna

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Letter from the President-C.E.O. and C.O.O. Hamilton Happenings Spotlight: Idris Elba On the Run: Luxe Winter Getaways As Seen On: Celebrity Bling Jewelry: Everyday Elegance Fitness: Just Breathe Timepieces: Turning Over a New Leaf Jewelry: Tied Up With a Bow Indulgences: Pilotless Sporting: Peak Luxury Timepieces: The Tudor Tradition Auto: Leading The Charge Timepieces: That Old Rio Gang Storms of Color Intentional Neighboring Treat Yourself to the Palm Beaches Portugal’s Wild Secret Love Stories

LIFESTYLE EDITOR Haley Longman CONTRIBUTING EDITORS Christen Fisher, Donna Rolando, Everett Potter PUBLISHER Lizette Chin

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True Colors Denny’s Kitchen: A Day Working From Home Museum Marvels Minimalist by Nature The World on Your Table Cocktail Hour: Spice It Up The HJ Style Edit Jewelry: How Sweet It Is From The Hamilton Archives

A DV E RT I S I N G / P R O D U C T I O N SERVICES Penny Boag, Griff Dowden, Christopher Ferrante, Jacquelynn Fischer, Catherine Rosario ACCO U N T I N G Kasie Carleton, Urszula Janeczko, Steven Resnick PUBLISHED BY Wainscot Media CHAIRMAN Carroll V. Dowden PRESIDENT AND CEO Mark Dowden SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT Rita Guarna VICE PRESIDENTS Lizette Chin, Nigel Edelshain, Thomas Flannery, Maria Regan, Steven Resnick

Cover art: “El Nino Del Desierto” by José Manuel Merello Jewelry has been enlarged to show detail. Due to the fluctuating prices of diamonds, gold and platinum, prices are subject to change without notice and may vary depending on size, quality and availability. While we have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this magazine, we are not responsible for errors or omissions. ACCENT is published by Wainscot Media, 1 Maynard Drive, Park Ridge, NJ 07656, in association with Hamilton Jewelers. Copyright © 2023 by Wainscot Media, LLC. All rights reserved. Editorial Contributions: Write to Editor, Hamilton Jewelers, 1 Maynard Drive, Park Ridge, NJ 07656. The magazine is not responsible for the return or loss of unsolicited submissions. Subscription Services: To change an address or request a subscription, write to Subscriptions, Hamilton Jewelers, 1 Maynard Drive, Park Ridge, NJ 07656, or by telephone at 201.573.5541. Advertising Inquiries: Contact Lizette Chin at lizette.chin@wainscotmedia.com. Printed In The U.S.A. Volume 20, Issue 2. ©2023

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DEAR FRIENDS, Welcome to the latest issue of ACCENT magazine, for fall and winter 2023. We are so pleased to present you with yet another glossy edition full of vibrantly told stories to engage your mind and gorgeously photographed fine jewelry and accessories to dazzle your senses.

This is the perfect time of year, too, to take pause and take note of our many blessings—most especially the arrival of the newest Siegel family member, Ethan. Born in April, Andrew’s son and Hank’s grandchild has not only been a miraculous gift for our family, but also a beautiful reminder of why we are so passionate about what we’ve done and continue to do since 1912. For more than a century, we’ve served our clients, helping them mark and celebrate life’s most extraordinary moments. We’ve assembled a stellar, supportive “work family” and cheered as our team members flourished in their careers and in their lives. And most personally, we’ve continued to build upon the brand Irving Siegel founded, a business he envisioned would bolster the next generation of his family … and now, and poignantly so, the next next generation, as well.

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We are honored to continue to be of service in and around the communities we call “home,” and look forward to the next time we can welcome you into any one of our five locations: two in Palm Beach and three, including the new Hamilton Home, in Princeton. Please enjoy this issue with our compliments and deepest gratitude. Here’s to a healthy, happy, and joyous holiday season!

PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF LEIGH PRINTS AND TRENTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY.

We’ve been thrilled to see so many familiar faces in our stores this summer, more so this season than ever before, and particularly in Palm Beach—which is no longer the sleepy town it once was June through August, as it now vibrates with excitement and activity all year long. We’ve been heartened by the number of people we see traveling these days, and would be remiss if we didn’t express our appreciation for the clients who always manage to drop by and say “hello,” even in the blazing, dog days of summer.

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Hamilton Jewelers Welcomes Spring at Morven The spectacular grounds of Princeton’s historic Morven Museum and Garden were the flower-bedecked setting for Hamilton Jewelers’s Spring Garden Party event on Wednesday, April 26. Thirteen designer brands brought a preview of their new spring collections to showcase in unique, “live” vitrine displays. Guests including influencers Dileiny Rodriguez Baron and Viviane Audi indulged in the afternoon’s seasonally inspired activities, featuring a make-your-own bouquet station, a macaron cart, “selfie” flower wall, custom-painted Hamilton Jewelry boxes, a designer bag raffle, and try-on sessions with ready-to-wear styles from Charbellem.

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A portion of the proceeds from the event went to the Stony Brook Garden Club of Princeton, which was founded in 1939 to increase interest in and knowledge of gardening and conservation, and undertake important civic, cultural, and historical projects within the surrounding communities.

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Hamilton Jewelers Hosts an Evening with Chopard On Thursday, June 15, Hamilton Jewelers hosted the Chopard “Summer in Princeton” cocktail party at the Princeton flagship store.

The evening marked the official kickoff to a weeklong Chopard shopping event, where guests had the opportunity to view an exclusive retrospective collection of Chopard’s most glittering red carpet pieces, along with a selection of the current season’s newest jewelry and watch designs.

Hamilton Jewelers and Bulgari held a private evening for special guests at the “Serpenti Anniversary Exhibit: 75 Years of Infinite Tales,” at 70 Gansevoort Street, in Manhattan.

The exhibition, which ran from June 8 through July 16, feted the luxury brand’s iconic Serpenti Collection with an AI-enhanced visual tour through the style, creativity, and captivating metamorphosis of the line’s most iconic designs— from jewelry and watches to bags and accessories— over the last three-quarters of a century.

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As with the roles he plays, actor Idris Elba opts for variety in his watch collecting. His collection, for instance, includes a 40mm Rolex Day-Date in 18K white gold as well as a Gold-Tone Casio worth $65.

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He Craves Variety ACTOR IDRIS ELBA HAS AN AFRICAN HERITAGE, A SEXY BRITISH ACCENT AND AN INSATIABLE APPETITE FOR WHAT’S NEW AND DIFFERENT—ON THE SCREEN AND IN HIS LUXURY WATCH COLLECTION Unless you were on the London scene in the ’90s, chances are you haven’t heard of DJ Big Driis. No matter; disc-jockeying was just a side gig for this aspiring actor. Today the world knows him as Idris Elba, multi-talented actor, producer, entrepreneur, heartthrob—and watch collector.

Idrissa Akuna Elba (he shortened his name to Idris in acting school) was born in London in 1972 to a Sierra Leonean dad and a Ghanaian mum. His big break came in 2004 playing Stringer Bell in HBO’s The Wire, which the BBC famously proclaimed “the best show of the 21st century.” Years later came critical acclaim for playing a detective in the multi-season series Luther, and again for portraying Nelson Mandela in Long Walk to Freedom. He’s appeared in big-budget franchises like The Suicide Squad, Star Trek Beyond and as Norse god and Asgardian gatekeeper Heimdall in a handful of Marvel flicks. He’s been a voice actor (three times in 2016 alone) in Zootopia, The Jungle Book and Finding Dory, and the star (and sometimes producer) of survival stories such as Beast and The Mountains Between Us. Elba’s just as busy off-screen. People’s Sexiest Man Alive 2018—a designation the humble actor called “an ego boost”—makes and sells a wine called Porte Noire, and he co-owns a London restaurant of the same name.

Along with his wife, Sabrina Dhowre Elba, the dad of three runs S’Able Labs, a skincare brand, and hosts a podcast on Amazon’s Audible called “Coupledom.” (Listen to it just to hear his sexy British accent, if not for the business advice from some of the world’s most renowned duos.)

Amidst all of this, the actor certainly does not let his sartorial side slip. Elba

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WATCHES TO WATCH From left: One of Idris Elba’s most-worn watches is the Rolex Oyster Perpetual DayDate 40mm in 18K yellow gold with a bright black, diagonal motif dial, fluted bezel and a President bracelet.

Another notable piece in Elba’s collection is the IWC Mark XVIII in stainless steel with a black dial, one of the brand’s most most iconic watches. He also owns this 40mm Rolex DayDate in 18K white gold with a silver dial and a President bracelet.

is a not-so-closeted Gucci fan, having worn the Italian designer on many a red carpet. In 2017, the brand took note and hired him as its spokesperson.

(You may have seen his ads for 2022’s Gucci 25H watch collection with the gender-reveal-esque pink and blue faces.) A timepiece from the fashion house that he sports regularly is the 38mm 25H pink-colored crystal watch.

He also possesses the 8mm Tourbillon with a skeletonized dial and an 8mm thin case, and he got to wear the pièce de résistance, the yellow-gold Gucci G-Timeless Planetarium, to the 2023 Academy Awards. This pricey piece, worth an estimated $300,000, features a central tourbillon surrounded by a dozen rotating beryl stones, each representing a different zodiac sign.

Variety in his collecting—as with the roles he plays—helps keep things interesting. Elba has other luxury brands in his vault too. A few of note include the IWC Mark XVIII in stainless steel with a black dial and 40mm brushed case; the Cartier Santos 100, which boasts 100 meters of water resistance; the 40mm Rolex Day-Date in 18K white gold; Rolex Datejust II with a champagne dial; and the Rolex Day-Date in solid yellow gold with a black dial.

And because no sensible star forgets his humble roots, Elba has also been spotted by paparazzi wearing the Gold-Tone Casio A168WG-9MV, worth just $65. Money isn’t the end-all, be-all for this guy.

“The assumption is that if you make a lot of money, you can stop working,” he said in an interview with Esquire UK. “I don’t work for money. I do have mouths to feed, businesses to run, taxes to pay. But I do it out of love. I do it because I want to. I’m interested in taking my brain to a place where it hasn’t been before.”

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ON THE RUN A STYLISH SOJOURN TO A FABULOUS, NEW LOCALE IS THE PERFECT WAY TO REJUVENATE THE BODY, MIND, AND SOUL THIS WINTER. HERE, SOME OF OUR FAVORITE HIGH-FASHION AND HIGH-FUN HOT SPOTS

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RESTAURANT VIS-À-VIS Gornergrat 3100 M 3920 Zermatt, Switzerland +41 27 966 64 00

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3. HAMILTON 18k yellow, white, and rose gold tricolor three-row coil bracelet.

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THESE GORGEOUS BRUNETTES USE HIGH-FASHION JEWELRY TO COMPLEMENT THEIR RED CARPET LOOKS AT SOME OF HOLLYWOOD’S BIGGEST NIGHTS

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Left, TikTok personality and reality star Charli D’Amelio wore Messika to the 65th annual Grammy Awards, including the Move Noa pavé bangle, the Move Uno multi choker, the Move XXL hoops and the Glam’Azone double ring. Right, Riverdale’s Camila Mendes wore the same brand to the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscar Party, showing off Messika’s Concorde diamond ring and My Twin Top Mono earrings.

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Left, At the 95th annual Academy Awards, Vanessa Hudgens stole the show in earrings, a necklace and a ring from Roberto Coin’s Cento Fiore Couture Collection. Right, “Havana” singer Camila Cabello coordinated her pearl top to her jewelry. She wore Mikimoto’s Akoya Stud earrings with diamonds, a White South Sea Cultured Pearl and Diamond Floral ring and another White South Sea Cultured Pearl and Diamond ring.

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JEWELRY From top: A pair of platinum, sapphire, and diamond earrings.

A platinum necklace featuring 39 round, brilliant diamonds.

An 18k white gold single-wrap diamond bracelet.

A platinum and diamond straight-line bracelet.

An 18k white gold and prong-set five-row diamond eternity band.

A platinum eternity band featuring 17 emerald-cut diamonds.

From the Hamilton Diamond Classics Collection Priced from $25,000

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JEWELRY From top: A pair of Hamilton Diamond Classics Collection platinum and diamond stud earrings.

A Hamilton Diamond Classics Collection platinum and three-stone diamond ring.

An Etho Maria ring.

A Hamilton Diamond Classics Collection 18k yellow gold and oval diamond bar bracelet.

A Hamilton Diamond Classics Collection 18k yellow gold and bezel-set diamond bracelet.

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Priced from $25,000

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Ahoi neomatik 38 date sky. Elegant, sporty, and the color of the bright blue sky. Every glance at the time is a taste of freedom. This automatic watch inspires and relaxes.

In the office, at the beach, during evenings spent on a rooftop terrace. Water resistant to 20 atm, with a screw-down crown, and powered by the automatic date caliber DUW 6101 with the NOMOS swing system. This watch does its job effortlessly. And it suits every occasion. It has a case diameter of 38.5 millimeters and is available with another appealing dial, the color of warm sand. Now available with selected retailers. More online: hamiltonjewelers.com and nomos-glashuette.com

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JEWELRY From top: A pair of 18k yellow gold and yellow diamond stud earrings.

A 16- to 18-inch 18k yellow gold and radiant-cut “halo” diamond necklace.

The “Lisette” 18k yellow gold oval “halo” diamond band.

A 14k yellow gold and diamond “wrap” ring.

From the Hamilton Diamond Classics Collection

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FOCUSING INTENTIONALLY ON HOW YOU INHALE AND EXHALE DURING A WORKOUT CAN INCREASE ITS BENEFITS

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–Exhale through pursed lips while your stomach and hand go back down.

Vranich also says that knowing your breathing IQ is essential to becoming a “good” horizontal breather. (You can learn how by taking a quiz at thebreathingiq. com, which will grade you and provide exercises to help you improve.)

Different breathwork techniques work best for different exercises. Once you’ve got belly breathing down, here’s how to practice it during…

• Running. Many runners practice what’s called rhythmic breathing, which creates a rhythmic connection between your breath and the way your foot hits the ground. You can inhale for two footstrikes and exhale for two footstrikes, or whatever pattern feels comfortable to you. No matter what your rhythm, though, make sure you’re inhaling through your nose when running or jogging. “This brings oxygen to your brain and muscles, and the nose filters a lot of toxins and allergens and adds moisture,” Clarke notes. “If you breathe through your mouth, the air is drier and colder, which can lead to shortness of breath and chest tightness.” Over time, you’ll find that you’ll be able to pick up the pace and not become as breathless.

• Cardio. With any sport or exercise that requires endurance, breathing is critical, says Vranich. And when working out with just your body weight (as opposed to equipment), “the general principle is to exhale when you exert the effort” adds Clarke. As with running, Clarke finds counting breaths to be helpful when doing continuous cardio exercise such as cycling.

“Inhale two three four, exhale two three four,” she says. “The counting means you’re getting the oxygen you need, and the rhythm allows you to maintain your momentum and have endurance.”

• HIIT. Lightheadedness and fatigue can be common symptoms after a highintensity interval training (HIIT) workout, but being more conscious about your breathwork may help alleviate these notso-pleasant aftereffects. It comes down to syncing your breaths to your movements.

Exhale through your mouth at the peak of a movement—for instance, pushing up during a push-up or squat—and then inhale when you finish. When you’re in between circuits, Clarke advises, “engage in belly breathing to maximize the oxygen during your rest period.”

• Strength training. You’ve probably seen weightlifting champions hold their breath while benching or squatting, but leave that to the pros, please. Vranich says you need to breathe so that you have power for your workout and can prevent back injury. “You want to breathe in a way that’ll pressure your body to take care of your spine,” she says. Do this by timing your breaths precisely when lifting and lowering weights—this is in fact necessary when it comes to proper strength training.

The goal here is to exhale during the concentric phase of the exercise, which strengthens the core, increases stability and prevents lightheadedness. “Purse your lips like you’re blowing through a straw to force an extra-long exhale, which stimulates that parasympathetic nervous system,” adds Clarke. Then inhale a belly breath on the eccentric phase, when you lower the weight back to where it was.

• Yoga. Breathing is the essence of yoga, and in yoga it even has a special name: pranayama, a word for focusing on breath. But Clarke, who studied yoga in India, and Vranich, both agree that we tend to hold our breath trying to perfect the move and forget to breathe entirely.

“Don’t hold your breath or take tiny little breaths when you’re doing a move like a Chaturanga,” says Vranich. Unless you’re doing a specific pranayama about holding your breath, try what’s called the Ujjayi pranayama, also known as ocean breath because its noises resemble that of the ocean. “Breathe in and out through your nose but constrict your throat, exhaling through your mouth as if you’re fogging up a mirror,” Clarke suggests. For the actual movement, mimic that same sound but with your mouth closed and exhaling through your nose. This elongates the inhale and the exhale to activate the parasympathetic nervous system.

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If there’s one thing we’ve all got a knack for, it’s respiration. We’ve been taking regular breaths more or less unthinkingly since birth, and to say that it’s the key to everything else we do is laughably self-evident. But science now says there’s a special benefit to breathing deeply during exercise—and focusing your mind on the process of breathing in and out.

A study reported in the journal Cell Reports Medicine this year found that even five minutes a day of conscious breathwork and mindful meditation can improve our mood and reduce anxiety. To put it simply, diaphragmatic breathing, or belly breathing—when the air coming in through your nose fully fills your lungs and your belly—helps calm the body and lower the heart rate and blood pressure.

“When you breathe through your chest, you tend to use muscles in your shoulders and neck which can lead to neck pain, headache and tension,” says Zee Clarke, author and CEO at Denver-based Reclaiming Flow, where she’s a breathwork teacher. Belly breathing stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, which circulates more oxygen throughout the body.”

“We don’t breathe as well as we should,” adds San Diego-based Belisa Vranich, author and breath coach at The Breathing Class. Most humans breathe vertically rather than horizontally, she says, where the middle of the body expands and narrows with each breath, and this is hurting our health. “Thanks to screens and evolution, we now breathe in a way that’s more shallow and faster, which puts us into a more anxious state and affects our digestion, back health, energy and sleep.”

Here’s a technique for breathing through your diaphragm (in other words, practicing “belly breathing” or “horizontal breathing”): –Lie down on a flat surface and place one hand on the middle of your upper chest.

–Place the other hand on your stomach just beneath your rib cage.

–Inhale through your nose so your stomach pushes toward your hand but your chest doesn’t move.

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Turning Over a New Leaf BREITLING The 44 mm Breitling Superocean watch in bronze with brown leather strap. $5,950 The 43 mm Breitling Navitimer B01 chronograph in stainless steel with copper-colored dial. $9,300

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MOVE OUTSIDE OF YOUR STYLE COMFORT ZONE WITH THESE STANDOUT TIMEPIECES FOR EVERY SEASON

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TIMEPIECES The 18k yellow gold Cartier Tank Louis small model watch with leather strap. $10,200 The 18k rose gold Cartier Tank Louis strap watch. $13,000

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TIMEPIECES The 41 mm Tudor Black Bay GMT watch in stainless steel and 18k yellow gold. $5,500 The 39 mm Tudor Black Bay Index 58 watch in stainless steel. $3,950

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Tied Up With a Bow WRAP UP THESE ELEGANT KEEPSAKES WITH A RIBBON FOR THAT SPECIAL SOMEONE

From top: An 18k yellow gold band featuring nine bezel-set heart-shape diamonds.

A 14k white gold and diamond “wrap” ring.

An 18k yellow gold band featuring 13 bezel-set emerald-cut diamonds.

An 18k yellow gold and diamond “bypass” ring.

An 18k white gold and diamond “bypass” ring.

A 14k yellow gold and diamond “wrap” ring.

From the Hamilton Diamond Classics Collection Priced from $3,650

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An 18k white gold band featuring 13 bezel-set oval diamonds.

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JEWELRY From top: A pair of 18k white gold and mix-shape diamond hoops.

An 18k yellow gold 18-inch pendant featuring one pear-shape diamond solitaire.

An 18k white gold band featuring five emerald-cut diamonds.

A pair of 18k yellow gold diamond double-hoop earrings with pear-shape diamonds.

A pair of 18k white gold and diamond “in and out” wavy hoop earrings.

A pair of 18k white gold and emerald-cut diamond hoops.

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An 18k yellow gold and graduated diamond necklace.

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JEWELRY An 18k yellow gold and pavé diamond–clasp double-row bracelet.

A pair of 18k yellow gold and diamond drop earrings.

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From top: An 18k yellow gold pavé diamond–clasp necklace.

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LET YOUR STUFF SOAR ON THE PYKA PELICAN CARGO, THE WORLD’S FIRST SELF-FLYING PLANE IN ITS CLASS Relax. It’s not you up there as a passenger, plying the skies without benefit of a human to fly you. Not yet. It’s only your cargo that’s up in the air, pilotless, with zero emissions.

You know all about drones, and you’ve heard of the military’s self-flying aircraft.

Now Pyka (pronounced PIE-ka), which has had success with autonomous crop-spraying planes, ups the ante with the Pelican Cargo, the world’s first self-plying cargo plane in its class—and its largest unmanned electricpowered plane to boot.

The aviation industry is constantly trying to one-up itself, of course, and we’ve all been reared on visions of flying cars.

But it isn’t one of the giants that offers this innovation. Oakland-based Pyka, the selfproclaimed “global leader in autonomous electric aviation technology,” was launched six years ago by entrepreneur Michael

Norcia in his parents’ garage.

The Pelican Cargo has a capacity of 400 pounds and can fly 200 miles on a single charge. Its customers are those “who are looking to do daily delivery between two locations with fairly minimal infrastructure or who don’t have enough cargo to warrant a large aircraft,” Norcia has told Fox News. The Pelican Cargo is faster and more environmentally friendly than a car and more cost-efficient than a traditional plane.

As of presstime, more than 80 Pelicans have been placed on pre-order, and more than $37 million has been raised.

Maybe that’s because this aircraft’s specs are impressive. A few numbers of note: The Pelican Cargo has four 25-kilowatt electric motors, a 50-kilowatt lithium iron rechargeable

battery pack and a modest wingspan of 38 feet. It requires only a 600-foot runway.

The Pelican’s operator requires only minimal training, not a pilot’s license. There’s a backup parachute to ensure the safety of your precious cargo just in case of emergencies, and a nose-loading configuration to make packing it up easier. The Pelican can steer clear of obstacles such as trees, buildings and drones thanks to aerial mapping and pathplanning, which detects whatever’s in the vessel’s path and diverts it automatically.

The price of the Pelican? Norcia and his crew remain cagey on that, but he has revealed that the product will run on a leasing model. It’s currently undergoing rigorous testing at the company’s northern California facility, but is expected to be running commercial flights by year’s end.

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Thanks to four 25-kilowatt electric motors and a 50 kilowatt lithium iron rechargeable battery pack, Pyka’s self-flying Pelican Cargo can carry 400 pounds for 200 miles on a single charge. That’s more fuel-efficient than a traditional airplane.

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NOW JACKSON HOLE, WYOMING, HAS A NEARBY FIVE-STAR LUXURY HOTEL WORTHY OF ITS STELLAR SKIING AND EYE-POPPING VISTAS By Everett Potter borhoods with CEO-level homes that routinely sell well into mid-eight figures. The ultra-chic Amangani resort lies a couple of miles away.

At Jackson Hole, you can still have a frosty après ski beer with the cliff jumpers at the Mangy Moose bar, with Warren Miller movies playing in an endless loop. But your dining choices are more like those found in Los Angeles or New York and trend to upscale steakhouses, sushi bars and Italian trattorias.

Staying at the base of the mountain is great.

But you’re in Jackson Hole. Twelve miles down the road lies the town of Jackson itself, an upscale cowboy town, centered on a town square whose four corners are ringed by inventive clusters of elk antlers that had been shed and collected.

Surrounding the square are wooden sidewalks à la Old West, roofed over against the elements.

There’s also a range of restaurants, shops and bars, the most colorful being the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar, whose neon sign shows a rider on a bronco. There’s even another ski mountain in town, Snow King, that is beloved by locals.

Now, with the opening of Cloudveil in May 2021, Jackson finally has what it’s long been missing: a five-star luxury hotel. Part of the Autograph Collection of hotels owned by Marriott, it takes its name from the Cloudveil Dome, a peak within the Grand Tetons.

It’s the first major building project on the town square since 1997—and a game changer. From Cloudveil you can walk to the restaurants and shops, and you’re directly across from the town square. Skiing or riding? There’s a shuttle to slopes, so you can leave the often gnarly winter driving to the pros.

The design was a group effort by three firms: TruexCullins, CLB Architects and IBI Group.

There was clearly an attempt to invoke rugged local elements, so they used materials such as stone, metal and wood throughout, as well as huge windows.

The lobby has a giant, 3,000-pound boulder that functions as the front desk, and the lobby fireplace is a welcome touch. A three-story granite wall is a reminder that you’re in the heart of climbing country.

The hotel has 100 rooms and suites, and the décor has accent walls of wood, banquettes, wrought iron touches and neo-midcentury-modern chairs. Some of the rooms have corner fireplaces and balconies. There are smart TVs, and the bathrooms are stocked with Grown Alchemist products. On a sensible riff on the mini-bar, each floor of the hotel has a pantry stocked with complimentary local snacks and drinks.

If you need to get your heart rate up before tackling the moguls on Jackson Hole, it’s good to know that there’s a gym with weights and Peloton equipment and, for après ski, a heated outdoor pool and Jacuzzi.

The hotel’s 5,000-square-foot terrace is the only rooftop space of its kind in Jackson and is designed for summertime yoga and meditation.

It’s expected to be open to the community as well for music performances and stargazing.

Given Jackson’s proximity to both Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks, the latter about 60 miles away, there’s little question that summer and fall will be big here as well.

Nor do you need to wander far for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Bistro, a French-inspired restaurant in the hotel, is the brainchild of the Fine Dining Restaurant Group, led by Gavin Fine and Roger Freedman. Fine is the Danny Meyer of Jackson, a savvy restaurateur who has put the town on the culinary map with such acclaimed eateries as Bin22, The Kitchen, II Villaggio Osteria, Bar Enoteca, Bodega, Sugar + Spice and Bovine + Swine. It offers outdoor café dining, a zinc bar, an oyster bar and a newly established reputation as a dining destination itself.

So the sage advice is to come to Jackson Hole prepared for challenges and stay for the deep creature comforts of the new Cloudveil. It’s the newly crowned cool kid on the block, perfectly positioned to offer the ultimate in Western chic in the hippest ski town in the West. Enjoy the vibe, even if you can’t quite bring yourself to leap into Corbet’s Couloir.

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Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Wyoming, is one of the grand prizes of American skiing, an adventure that begins with a jaw-dropping view. Set at the base of the Teton Mountains, these jagged spires of rock are arguably the most scenic stretch of the Rocky Mountains range.

Jackson Hole has long attracted the big dogs of the skiing and snowboarding world, who come here for so-called Big Mountain skiing. If you’re unfamiliar with that term, it means what it says. Jackson Hole is a behemoth, with a vertical drop of more than 4,000 feet and 2,500 acres of in-bounds terrain, on a 10,400-foot mountain.

While there are easier green and blue runs, you don’t head to Jackson for easy turns. It gives fresh meaning to the term “challenging.”

The out-of-bounds terrain is more than 3,000 acres and, basically, if you can see it, you can ski it—but only those with avalanche gear and training are encouraged to head past the ropes.

In-bounds has challenges aplenty. There are runs with enormous moguls and chutes, the most famous being Corbet’s Couloir. It starts with a fearinducing vertical drop, a double black-diamond entry into a narrow chute where you need to start making turns instantly. I count myself among those who’ve peered over the edge, only to retreat while a braver soul gamely takes the plunge down what looks like a sheer vertical wall. Just ride the tram from the base to get a drone’s-eye view of the action as you near the top of the mountain.

But hard-core skiing is only part of the story.

Jackson Hole has slowly evolved over the past 20 years, and while it still attracts plenty of 20- and 30-somethings eager for a steep and deep experience, it long ago recognized that a well-heeled crowd would come for better hotels and fine dining, make a few turns and admire the dramatic vistas over cocktails. Thus Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole, Hotel Terra and Caldera House came to town, the leading edge of the luxury options at the base of the mountain, where also there are restaurants, shops and neigh-

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The Tudor Tradition

FINE LADIES’ WATCHES CARRY THE DAUNTING NAME OF A HISTORIC ENGLISH DYNASTY—AND WEAR IT WELL By Christen Fisher

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is available in silver, opaline or black with appliqué even-numbered Arabic The Wars of the Roses was a series of conflicts in 15th century England numerals between arrow-shaped or diamond-set odd-hour markers. It is between the House of Lancaster and the House of York, so named presented on either a bracelet or a rubber-lined brown leather strap. because each house used a rose as its emblem: red for Lancaster, white The beautifully feminine Clair de Rose is a steel watch featuring for York. When peace finally returned, a Lancaster man sat upon the an opaline dial with delicate decorations in relief punctuated by blue throne. He quickly and smartly married a York woman. The man was lacquered Roman numerals or diamond hour markers. Fitted with a Henry VII (father of Henry VIII and grandfather of Elizabeth I), the self-winding movement complete with a date function, the round case very first Tudor king. Understanding that his new dynasty required a boasts a screw-down winding crown with a striking, transparent blue new emblem, Henry VII created what is still known today as the Tudor cabochon. It is available in three sizes—26mm, 30mm and 34mm, each rose. Sometimes called the union rose, it’s made up of five red petals offered with a choice of a steel bracelet or a black alligator or fabric strap. surrounding five white petals to symbolize the unification of the two The Tudor Glamour line offers a broad range of features in retro-chic previously warring houses. style. From the daintiest Glamour Date model sized at 26mm to the larger Perhaps it is this idea of a union between two things often seen at Date+Day and Double Date models, the Glamour line is a robust collecodds that inspired Hans Wilsdorf in 1926 when he launched the Tudor tion of subtle and refined timepieces perfectly suited for any occasion.

Watch Company. For a time it used the Tudor Rose as a symbol on the In 2023, Tudor expanded its iconic Royal and Black Bay lines. The brand’s dials, a symbol of the union between strength and grace—and Tudor Royal line of self-winding sport watches boasts two new dial varithe one between quality and affordability. ants, radial-brushed chocolate brown and light salmon. In addition, the “For some years now,” Wilsdorf wrote back then, “I have been considerRoyal is offered in a variety of dial colors with gem-setting options, twoing the idea of making a watch that our agents could sell at a more modest tone case and bracelet enhancements, and a range of sizes beginning at price than our Rolex watches, and yet one that would attain the standard of 28mm, all presented on a fully integrated bracelet. dependability for which Rolex is known. I decided to form a separate comThe newly released Black Bay 31/36/39/41 models bring a unique aespany with the object of making and marketing this new watch.” thetic to the Black Bay line. Their curved cases offer a slight departure Like the dynasty, the Tudor Watch Company included women from its from the brand’s iconic tool-watch spirit to embrace a sophisticated, verearliest days. The first Tudor women’s watches were released in the early satile, unisex aesthetic. In steel with a fixed bezel, all four sizes are fitted 1930s. As the role of women evolved, the brand expanded and developed its with a self-winding manufacture caliber movement. While the small women’s lines accordingly. Today Tudor continues that tradition by offering version boasts a 50-hour power reserve, the medium a large collection of moderately priced ladies’ watches in a Clockwise from top left: The new and large versions feature a 70-hour power reserve and range of styles, functions and sizes including the 1926 and Black Bay models embrace a are deemed “weekend-proof.” The user can take the the Clair de Rose as well as options in the Glamour Date, sophisticated, versatile and unisex aesthetic; Tudor’s Glamour Date is watch off on Friday evening and put it back on Tudor Royal and Black Bay lines. available in 26 mm, 31 mm or 36 mm Monday morning without having to reset it.

Named for the year Wilsdorf first registered the Tudor sizes; the Claire de Rose, with Roman numerals, is available exclusively in Since its inception, Tudor has offered a wide variety brand, the 1926 is a line of steel or steel-and-gold, selfsteel and with mechanical movements; of ladies’ watches with refined aesthetics and robust winding mechanical watches and comes in four sizes the Tudor Royal, seen here with a reliability at a moderate price point. That tradition beginning with a traditional women’s 28mm. Domed for salmon dial, is the epitome of versatility and affordability. continues today. a vintage touch, the embossed design of the 1926’s dial

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A TRIO OF NEW ELECTRIC SUVS PUTS A JOLT INTO THE MARKET, EQUALLY ATTRACTING SPEED DEMONS AND FAMILY DRIVERS

Manufacturing eco-vehicles isn’t new to the automotive world. Even traditional brands like Aston Martin and Ferrari have shed some of their stubbornness, trading in their mighty combustion engines for cleaner, quieter and more efficient plug-in versions. It was only a matter of time until the move-

ment hit the SUV market. Now three widely respected makers from around the globe—two historic names and one up-andcoming brand—have caught a bolt of lightning and released their historic first electric sport utes. Each combines luxury, high performance, practicality and eco-friendliness.

RIVIAN R1S No mere imitator of the likes of Tesla, this upstart American electric-vehicle manufacturer is making a name of its own with its lineup of cars. Unlike other manufacturers, Rivian has given its first SUV, the R1S, full off-road capability. Engineers outfitted it with an adjustable suspension system that offers up to 15 inches of ground clearance, while the Quad-Motor trim comes with an electric motor for each wheel—in other words, better control over varied terrains. There’s also great news if you’re more of a city and highway driver: The SUV comes standard with three rows of seating for the entire family, high-end features to rival the best luxury vehicles, a battery-powered motor that can produce around 260 miles on a single charge and a power train that makes 600 horsepower. Repeat: That all comes standard. Starting at $79,000.

LOTUS ELETRE The British automaker has been known for producing simple, lightweight (and fast) sports cars for more than seven decades.

Though it’s not ditching that philosophy entirely, Lotus is doing something radical: packing a heavy battery, luxury amenities and much more into its all-new midsize SUV, the Eletre. Available as a four- or five-seater, the Eletre weighs nearly three times as much as the brand’s iconic Elise sports car but can perform just as well—the electric power train generates about 600 horsepower.

On full charge, the hefty battery in the base Eletre has a range of about 315 miles, on par with some of the market’s top SUVs from Lamborghini and BMW. It also competes with the best interiors in the industry, incorporating lush materials such as stitched leather, microfiber and bronze accents into the cabin. Starting at $84,500.

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MASERATI GRECALE FOLGORE Keeping up with speed-demon producers like Lamborghini and Ferrari isn’t necessarily Maserati engineers’ goal. Instead, the legendary Italian automaker is appealing to a wider demographic as it continues to electrify its lineup of cars for eco-minded consumers. Its latest model, the family-friendly Grecale Folgore (Italian for “lightning”), is the company’s first electric crossover SUV—and it brings a jolt of energy to the busy EV field. When it debuts in 2024, it’s expected to offer a massive 105.0-kWh battery pack powering two electric motors. On a full charge, the battery should last around 300 miles while generating speed and strength comparable to Tesla’s famed Model X. Maserati’s sustainability mindset can also be seen on the inside: Upholstery, for instance, will feature recycled materials. Starting at $75,000.

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That Old Rio Gang PATEK PHILIPPE’S GONDOLO COLLECTION HONORS A LONG-AGO ERA IN SOUTH AMERICA WHEN TO OWN A PARTICULAR WATCH WAS TRULY TO BELONG By Christen Fisher brown calfskin strap with a satinated finish and closes with a prong buckle.

Additional watches in the Gondolo Collection include the tonneau- or cushion-shaped Ref. 7041 small seconds in rose gold and the Haute Joaillerie Ref. 7042 offered in white or rose gold. The 7041 features a manually wound mechanical movement caliber 215 PS. The watch’s silvery grained dial is graced with brown Roman numerals and a small seconds dial at 6 o’clock and boasts a flange spectacularly set with 108 diamonds. It is presented on a shiny, dark chestnut alligator strap with cream-colored stitching.

The Haute Joaillerie 7042 also features manual movement caliber 215 PS but is fully gem-set from bezel to bracelet. Its dial is paved with 251 diamonds in a circular pattern and 12 trapeze-cut diamond hour markers. The watch’s bezel and lugs are set with 78 baguette diamonds, and its dial flange with 108 diamonds. The crown features an Akoya pearl cabochon, while its bracelet is adorned with 78 Akoya pearls with either rose or white gold decorative links set with 48 princess-cut diamonds as well as a fold-over clasp set with an additional 55 diamonds.

Beyond the Art Deco-inspired form watches that make up the Gondolo Collection, Patek offers uniquely shaped watches in its Golden Ellipse and ladies’ Twenty~4 collections. The Golden Ellipse features a case-shape between a circle and a rectangle that was inspired by the principle of the “golden section” discovered by the ancient Greek mathematicians. This “divine” proportion, expressed as a ratio of 1/1.6181, forms the basis of some of history’s greatest works of art and architecture. The current collection includes Ref. 5738 in rose gold, featuring an ebony sunburst dial with rose-gold hour markers and hands, in platinum featuring a blue-gold sunburst dial with gold hour markers and hands, as well as a rare handcrafts version in white gold featuring a hand-engraved and black enamel 18K gold dial plate. All three are powered by the ultra-thin, self-winding movement caliber 240.

An homage to the Ladies Gondolo, the rectangular Twenty~4 is a quartz-powered watch available in stainless steel with a choice of blue, gray or olive sunburst dial accentuated on either side by a row of 18 diamonds and presented on a manchette, or cuff bracelet. All three colorways have applied 12 and 6 o’clock numerals and trapeze-shaped hour markers with rounded baton-style hands all with luminescent coating.

Whether you dream of joining the Gondolo Gang or love the balanced line of the Golden Ellipse or the unique wearability of the Twenty~4, Patek Philippe has a form watch of exceptional craftsmanship and stunning design likely to suit your lifestyle and sensibility.

Clockwise from top left: A vintage 1919 Chronometro Gondolo wristwatch in 18K yellow gold; the Gondolo Serrata 4962/200R features a brown lacquered dial and a rose gold case; the Twenty~4 Automatic 7300/1200A is a brand-new self-winding mechanical ladies’ watch; Twenty~4 4910/1200A has a stunning olive green sunburst dial and diamonds on either side; Gondolo Haute Joaillerie 7042/100G is paved with 251 diamonds set in a circular pattern and 12 trapeze-cut diamond hour markers; the case on the Golden Ellipse 5738P is a sophisticated mix between a circle and a rectangle. Pocket watch, above, is an extraordinary 1904 Chronometro Gondolo pocket watch in 18K rose gold.

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In the early 20th century, a group of 180 men known as the Gondolo Gang roamed the streets of Rio de Janeiro. They wore straw hats emblazoned with a term that let everyone know exactly what they were about.

This gang was not, however, some notorious band of ruffians terrorizing Brazil, but rather an exclusive watch-collecting club, and the word printed on the underbrims of their hats was “Patek.”

In 1902, Patek Philippe designed a collection of pocket watches exclusively for Brazilian retailer Gondolo & Labouriau called Chronometro Gondolo. Because the sales price of these watches was 790 Swiss francs— roughly equivalent to a qualified worker’s annual salary—Gondolo & Labouriau offered customers a unique payment plan: 10 Swiss francs per week for a maximum of 79 weeks and admission to an exclusive 180-member club which operated the Plano de Club Patek System. The system was essentially a weekly lottery in which a Chronometro Gondolo was the prize.

The first week’s winner received his watch free; the winners of each of 79 other drawings paid between 10 and 780 Swiss Francs for their watches; and the final 100 members paid full price. Thus, the Gondolo Gang was born.

From 1872 to 1927, Patek Philippe and Gondolo & Labouriau enjoyed a strong business relationship. At a time when Europe struggled with a world war, Gondolo & Labouriau retailed close to a third of the Patek’s entire production. Sales were so spectacular that in Brazil, “Patek” became a synonym for the word watch. You didn’t buy a watch; you bought a “Patek,” even if it wasn’t a Patek at all.

The first Chronometro Gondolo wristwatches were produced in 1910 in a variety of shapes that included (besides round) square, rectangular and tonneau- or cushion-shaped. These alternately shaped watches are known today as form watches. To honor its golden age in Brazil, Patek Philippe proudly offers most of its current form watches in its iconic Gondolo Collection.

New this year is the Gondolo Serrata Ref. 4962/200R. Measuring 28.6 x 40.85mm, the rose-gold rectangular case is curved to follow the natural line of the wearer’s wrist in what is sometimes called a banana shape. Set with 94 brilliant-cut spessartines arranged in a double-color gradient ranging from cognac tones at 12 and 6 o’clock to mandarine tones at 9 and 3 o’clock, the watch’s brown lacquered dial features a stunning floral motif with contrasting matte and polished finishes and gold applied Breuget numbers. Powered by quartz movement caliber E 15, the Serrata is presented on a chocolate

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Storms Of Color SPANISH PAINTER JOSÉ MANUEL MERELLO EMPLOYS LIVELY HUES AND FIERCE BRUSHWORK TO ACHIEVE UNFORGETTABLE IMPACT

Artist José Manuel Merello painted “Bodegon Malvarrosa” during what is known as his third expressionist era, 2002 to 2005.

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It’s been said that Spanish painter José Manuel Merello’s paintings are as vivid as Matisse’s and as surreal as Picasso’s, yet still uniquely his own. Inspired by the Fauvist movement of the early 20th century, Merello uses strong colors and strident brushstrokes to tell stories on canvas, stories that touch the heart as they tease the mind and somehow make more sense than they ought to. “The art I want,” he has said, “is harmony shining through chaos.”

Today, Merello, 63 and living in Valencia, applies a contemporary expressionist style to express the beauty of—and his affection for—his subjects. He’s been showcasing his inspiring paintings worldwide since the 1970s, including 2023 exhibits in Dubai, Paris and Stockholm.

“Nowadays, modern art exudes a breath of fresh air and freedom never before imaginable,” the artist has said. “Up until now, art history has never had such an array of possible techniques for artists to choose from or such a variety of artistic languages for artists to fully express themselves.”

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This page: Inspired by the homes in his homeland, Spain, Merello painted “Las Casas Del Sol” early in the present century. Opposite page: The artist gave florals in “Florero En Azules” vibrant colors, but the blue vase in the center is the true focal point of this expressionist piece.

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This page: “El Cuento Del Caballito Azul” tells “the story of a blue little horse.” Opposite page: “El Nino Del Desierto,” another work from the artist’s third expressionist period, depicts a boy in the desert.

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AT THE CHUBBY’S PROJECT, A GRASSROOTS EFFORT TO HELP SUSTAIN THOSE IN NEED DURING UNCERTAIN TIMES HAS GROWN BEYOND ALL EXPECTATION TO ENCOMPASS AN ENTIRE COMMUNITY OF LOVE AND SUPPORT

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going. We had to think of a way to keep our kitchen staff employed, and the only way to do that was to make meals,” Farrugia says. “We couldn’t do enough takeout, so we started asking people if they needed meals.”

Along with members of the Chubby’s staff and some close friends, including Townsend Olcott and Cheryl Pothast, the meal-making effort snowballed: First, the area’s five churches provided the names of their food-insecure elderly members, and as word continued to spread, Farrugia was approached by locals who’d heard of neighbors and other community members in need, as well, including unemployed restaurant workers. It was then that The Chubby’s Project’s “signature effort,” the Lunch Program, was born.

“We started with about 12 families, now we’ve got 19 families, and I would say at least 25 families have gone through the program,” says Olcott, affectionately known as “The Lunch Boss,” who taps into his background in theater production to manage (among many other things) the schedules of the 25 drivers, four routes, and approximately 50 to 55 hot lunches and groceries that are delivered three times a week, 52 weeks a year.

And while Aunt Chubby’s Luncheonette and The Chubby’s Project are technically two separate entities, they operate cooperatively, as the program’s food is prepared in the restaurant’s kitchens and provided at cost. The relationship between the two also allows the nonprofit to leverage the restaurant’s infrastructure and supply chains, which serves not only those who benefit from the delivery program but also the luncheonette employees who have full-time work to rely on, too. Other initiatives include two self-serve food pantries (one located outside of the restaurant at 1 Railroad Place) that are restocked weekly, as well as two Hunger Awareness Walks that the Project’s team hopes will become an annual community event.

Above: Townsend Olcott and Lyn Farrugia, two of the driving forces behind the creation of The Chubby’s Project, reflect inside the space that inspired it all, Aunt Chubby’s Luncheonette. “The trust that was built during COVID is what helps us stay in the project. It’s been such a beautiful thing for all of us.”

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From the moment you walk through the front door of Chubby’s Luncheonette—the charming corner bistro in Hopewell, New Jersey—you are struck by what the younger generation would refer to as “the vibe”: a happy hustle and bustle of conversation and laughter, set against the soothing rhythm of clinking silverware and servers delivering the delicious, homecooked food coming from what might be the world’s tiniest kitchen.

It’s an atmosphere that feels as convivial and familiar as coming home, and on a recent trip to Chubby’s during its annual summer closure, the place is still abuzz with activity, but of the upkeep kind: Staff members deep cleaning every inch of the front and back of house, applying fresh coats of paint to trim work, repairing screen doors, clearing out pantries for restocking. Without the hubbub of diners, you also can spy an orderly commotion going on just outside the back door in an unassuming barn that more or less serves as the official headquarters for the beloved nonprofit, The Chubby’s Project.

A hyperlocal organization, The Chubby’s Project is dedicated to serving up food justice within the community through a hot-lunch-distribution program and a food pantry. The focus, however, is on much more than just the packaging up and dropping off of food: The beating heart of the entire effort is the loving network of connection, trust, and support that has been bridged between the recipients, the food donors and food service workers, and an incredibly dedicated (and indefatigable) team of volunteers.

But first, a little bit of the backstory: For more than 30 years, Chubby’s Luncheonette (formerly Rose & Chubby’s) was Hopewell’s go-to place for breakfast, lunch, and good company. When its beloved owner, Carol “Chubby” Montello closed the restaurant in 2012, and passed away in 2015, she left the establishment to her nieces and “adopted” daughters, sisters Lyn Farrugia, Joanne Farrugia, and Michelle Farrugia Hamilton.

Lyn and Michelle decided to carry on Chubby’s legacy of comfort food and community, and reopened a freshly renovated Chubby’s Luncheonette, in 2019. Then came the pandemic.

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“The best way to feel good about yourself is to do something to make someone else’s life better.”

“The community partners are the most important, I think, because they’re always present. They just know what we need, and they want to do it and we don’t have to do anything. It really is such an amazing community.”

And when you ask any one of the volunteers who are in the kitchen prepping food, or arriving to pick up deliveries to run their routes, or stacking cans and boxes in the shed, they all tell some version of the same heartwarming story: They came to The Chubby’s Project through a friend who’d worked there, through eating at the restaurant—some in the restaurant’s earliest days, pouring coffee and clearing tables during food service—and they stayed, a volunteer named Susan says, for “the wonderful sense of camaraderie, of accomplishment, of community.”

So what does the future look like for The Chubby’s Project? According to Jamie Sapoch, a seasoned nonprofit consultant, Hopewell resident, and F.O.C. (Friend of Chubby’s), it includes developing a plan for structured growth, generating additional funding, making and delivering more meals, and spreading more happiness. But there’s much more work to be done and so much help that is still needed.

“The project is really at an inflection point. We’ve been putting together a plan that will help build the professional capacity of the organization so that it doesn’t have to rely only on volunteers,” she says. “It’s never going to lose that piece because that’s its heart.

But there has to be some measure of accountability. Capacity building is a big buzzword for nonprofits, and that’s what we’re doing here. (Editor’s note: At press time, The Chubby’s Project was looking to hire an executive director and an administrative director.)

For Farrugia and Olcott and the entire Chubby’s Project crew, however, success is not tracked by a complicated metric, but measured in participation, in love, in the joyful faces of the people they serve, in the notes of thanks, and the unexpected gifts, like the Slow Food USA Snailblazer Award that The Chubby’s Project received in 2021, after being nominated for the work it’s done to educate people about food justice. All tangible examples of how in just a few short years, The Chubby’s Project has brought so many people together, and the community has become stronger, more connected, and more aware of the problem with hunger in their very own neighborhood as a result.

“When we started, we began with a theme called ‘intentional neighboring’: Everything is intentional. The neighbors want to help, the recipients give us joy. We have friendships that we would have never had before. It’s a full circle,” Farrugia says. “The more you give, the better your life becomes, the more enriched you are. Every day we’re so grateful that we get to serve.”

Above: “Everybody has fun. We do a lot of laughing,” says Farrugia, with Olcott (far right), Sapoch (front), and members of The Chubby’s Project volunteer team.

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Make no mistake, however, this food service isn’t just a sandwich tossed into a plastic bag. The lunch deliveries consist of delicious, nutritious, wholesome meals prepared in The Chubby’s Luncheonette kitchen—things like pesto pasta, roasted vegetables, and homemade soups—and presented along with baked goods, fresh produce, and other items provided by area donors that offer sustenance and joy. “It’s so much more than a meal,” says Farrugia.

“There are even flowers on Fridays because someone donates them.” Deliveries include a bag of groceries, as well.

Perhaps one of the most crucial parts of the program is that this process is executed with the utmost respect for its recipients; no questions are ever asked of the families who participate. “We protect everyone’s privacy. If someone needs food, they get food. They don’t have to fill out a form,” Olcott says. “And the food pantry is amazing. Families will come and say thank you, or they’ll leave notes, ‘Please put size four diapers in there.’ So then we get diapers and put them in the pantry. We do whatever is needed.”

This spirit of boundless kindness does not end with what’s placed inside the bag or pantry. “It’s not just dropping food. It’s taking an interest in these families’ lives, so they feel that they are supported. They are loved,” says Olcott. “They have a community of people they can count on that they didn’t have previous to this project.” This support often takes the shape of assistance like lawn work, gutter cleaning, plumbing, and transportation, particularly during the pandemic, to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

There’s a deep well of trust that has developed between the volunteers and the families in the program, and a lot of significant support from behind-the-scenes partners. While the project began with Farrugia, Olcott, and Pothast—who acts as the director of outreach and education, developing programming and volunteer opportunities with area schools—they are adamant that all of this magic has not been created by their hands alone. The Chubby’s Project exists with the invaluable and constant attention of countless volunteers and donors, so many in fact that Farrugia insists it would be impossible to recount exactly who they all are without leaving someone out. To provide a glimpse of the breadth of support, this seemingly endless list includes organizations like the Hopewell Council of Churches, the Hopewell Elementary School PTO, the Hopewell Valley Municipal Alliance, the D&R Greenway Land Trust, the Watershed; area farms like Applegate and Fairgrown; groups like the Girl and Boy Scouts; individuals who donate CSA shares; and volunteers who pack lunches, bake desserts, stock the pantries, garden and grow food, and run food drives.

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By SKYE SHERMAN

Sometimes being on vacation is enough. More often than not, however, total relaxation takes more than a day in the sun to melt away the tension and fatigue. With three local spas earning five-star designations in 2023—and another garnering four stars—the Palm Beaches are made for indulging in full-service spa days, especially when the Florida sun shines a bit too strong or those infamous summer storms come rolling in (although with many spas boasting indoor-outdoor features, even the picture-perfect days are ideal for checking into the spa).

From beachfront hotel locales to day spas run by renowned holistic health and beauty practitioners to retreats that promise whole-body restoration, there’s a wellness approach for every discriminating taste. In the following pages, you’ll find our hand-picked list of the top 10 spots to wind up when it’s high time to wind down.

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SEARCHING FOR MORE THAN YOUR STANDARD-ISSUE SUN AND FUN ON YOUR NEXT VACATION? LET PALM BEACH’S AWARD-WINNING HEALTH AND WELLNESS SPAS AND RESORTS INSPIRE A SERENELY RESTORATIVE EXPERIENCE

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Although the Four Seasons brand has had a presence in Palm Beach since 1994, it was the multi-million-dollar resort-wide renovation, which wrapped up in 2019, that has transformed the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach into the veritable picture of paradise it is today. For this globally inspired spa, no expense was spared: Enter down a grand staircase carved from a single slab of marble and take a deep, soul-clarifying breath upon ensconcing yourself in the tranquil environment of this Forbes Five-Star spa. There’s custom-painted seagrass wallpaper, coral-shape light fixtures, a eucalyptus steam room, and 11 treatment rooms named for Floridian flora that will really make you feel like you’ve made it—a feat when it comes to this famously tony island.

Services in the 11,000-square-foot spa draw from Palm Beach’s natural bounty, relying on local, natural ingredients like algae, aloe, and salt stones for their powerful effects on the mind and body.

A must-try: the best-selling Palm Beach Signature Massage, which includes both massage and reflexology enhanced with warmed essential oils extracted from Florida Key lime and vanilla.

The state-of-the-art Spa Dream aqua bed, which allows you to recline on a mattress of warm water suspended in the glow of chromotherapy, isn’t technically a portal to other dimensions, but it might as well be. fourseasons.com/palmbeach

Eau Spa at Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa

When it comes to spas in Palm Beach, no place does it quite like the Eau Spa. This relaxation wonderland spans 42,000—yes, we said 42,000—square feet of pure bliss and is one of only 48 spas in the world with the prestigious Forbes Five-Star designation. Unlike many spas where any chit-chat above a whisper will garner glares, the vibe at Eau Spa is refreshingly playful. The motto here is “pause, play, perfect,” and the spa carries that theme through by beginning every spa journey with a stop at the bronze Wishing Well rotunda where you float a lighted candle in the serene waters to set your intention for your wellness session. Prior to your treatment—and perhaps after taking a dip in the oversize Jacuzzi or lounging in the waiting room with a glass of bubbly and a mini cupcake, if you please—a “spa fairy” arrives to whisk you away to one of 19 rooms, where you’ll be able to customize your experience down to the scent, background music, and lighting color. Be sure to leave time for a light lunch, which can be delivered to you in the outdoor Self-Centered Garden, a destination unto itself with hanging chairs over dipping pools, covered cabanas, lounge chairs, and water features throughout its spa garden courtyard setting. eaupalmbeach.com

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The Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach

PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF EAU PALM BEACH RESORT & SPA, THE FOUR SEASONS, THE BREAKERS, KIMPTON VERO BEACH, AND THE BRAZILIAN COURT HOTEL.

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The Spa at The Breakers

THE SPA AT THE BREAKERS The Breakers is quintessential Palm Beach luxury, and its indoor-outdoor spa is no exception. Tucked next to the pool—and behind a bright-green hedge of clusia so the common pool-goers are none the wiser—The Spa at The Breakers offers glimpses of glimmering blue Atlantic Ocean just beyond its foliage “walls,” along with treatment rooms that open up onto an intimate fountained courtyard. As it is with all of The Breakers’s amenities, service at its 20,000-square-foot seaside spa is unparalleled. You can book anything from a massage—customized to your needs through a selection of scents, music, and room temperature—to facials featuring luxe lines like Tata Harper and Guerlain, and nail and hair care, too, if a bit of glamour is on your agenda. Raising the next generation of spa-goers with a healthy dose of pampering? Spa Petite services are available for guests ages six to 15, as well. Our preferred pick is the too-sweet Ice Cream Manicure and Pedicure, which features vanilla cupcake or lavender–scented products and Mary Lily’s ice cream to enjoy later. Just make sure to leave the screens behind: The Spa at The Breakers is a completely and blissfully cell phone–free environment. thebreakers.com

THE WHITE ORCHID SPA AT KIMPTON VERO BEACH

Despite its exclusive ambience, the historic Brazilian Court Hotel property is a restorative, hidden-in-plain-sight retreat conveniently located in the middle of town but kept serenely secluded with its tucked-away residential neighborhood environs. So while the hotel doesn’t have a spa facility per se, spa treatments like facials and massages are available in private poolside treatment rooms.

The salon is a favorite spot among locals and visitors alike for nails, hair, makeup, and more, and you can even order lunch or a cocktail from the award-winning Café Boulud straight to your service chair. Nevertheless, it’s the hotel’s lush interlocking courtyards that make you feel like you’ve checked in for a tranquil spa sleepover: Tuck into one of the many daybeds to lounge in peace (to be disturbed only if you wish to place a drink order), sunbathe around the secluded palm-fringed pool, or toss a penny into the historic wishing well to complete the experience. With a focus on discretion and a fondness for Roaring Twenties opulence, The Brazilian Court has been a longtime favorite for A-listers and discerning travelers since it opened on New Year’s Day, in 1926. thebraziliancourt.com

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The White Orchid Spa at the beachfront Kimpton Vero Beach is a full-service, medical-grade spa that offers the trendiest treatments like O2 Oxygen Lift Facials with exfoliating papaya and pineapple enzymes, CoolSculpting, and photo rejuvenation, alongside the spa classics, such as couples’ massages with sugar scrubs, steam and waterfall showers, hydrotherapy soaks, and chilled champagne, as well as other indulgences for two. At only 6,000 square feet, this spot—frequented by locals but a must-go for vacationers, too— packs a lot of med and day spa services into one intimate space. Call it a jewel of Vero Beach, which is a fitting descriptor for this shimmering slice of health and harmony on the Treasure Coast. whiteorchidspa.info

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SPA PALMERA AT THE BOCA RATON Upon completion of its multi-year, multi-phase, multi-hundred-million-dollar renovation, The Boca Raton promised to usher in a “new Golden Era” of the storied Addison Mizner–designed, once-pink hotel. And that it did. There’s not one but five luxury “hotels” at this singular, incredible resort spanning ocean to Intracoastal; however the Forbes five-star Spa Palmera is undeniably the property’s crowning jewel.

Spanning 50,000 square feet and inspired by Spain’s grand Alhambra Palace, Spa Palmera boasts 44 treatment rooms plus awe-inspiring architecture, including arches, cathedral windows, exposed cedar-beam ceilings, elaborate mosaics, a two-story fireplace, a hand-painted rotunda, a lush courtyard, gardens, waterfall whirlpools, a private spa pool, and more. From ritual baths to reiki, there’s nowhere else in the Palm Beaches that offers a spa menu quite like this one. It’s over-the-top, grandiose, and opulent in the best of ways, making every guest feel like royalty—at least for the day. (Spa-trippers take note: Spa Palmera is only available to resort guests and members of The Boca Raton Club.) thebocaraton.com

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HIPPOCRATES WELLNESS For more than 60 years, the sick, the sick-of-it-all, and the wellness-obsessed have retreated to Hippocrates Wellness, a little-known, 55-acre tropical wellness retreat in West Palm Beach.

The chemical-free, health-focused “resort” offers a variety of immersive programs to meet every need, from those looking to reboot their life in one week to clients who are taking a holistic interdisciplinary approach following a cancer diagnosis and hope to accelerate their healing by restoring their metabolic health and up-regulating their immune systems. If you’ve ever spent the day at a spa and wished you could simply check yourself in for an all-around mental and physical overhaul, then the Center’s signature 21-day Life Transformation Program is for you.

This exclusive regimen blends comprehensive testing, nutritional efforts, detoxification protocols, and both holistic and Western medicine approaches to help release you back into the world transformed. The on-site Oasis Therapy Center offers various spa treatments and therapies, from good old-fashioned massages to reiki, acupuncture, colon hydrotherapy, crystal sound baths, and even psychotherapies such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). hippocrateswellness.org

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THE SPA AT PGA NATIONAL RESORT

The Spa at PGA National Resort

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TAMMY FENDER HOLISTIC SPA AT OPAL GRAND OCEANFRONT RESORT & SPA The newly designed, two-floor Tammy Fender Holistic Spa at Opal Grand Oceanfront Resort & Spa, in Delray Beach, features unique touches appointed by the sought-after holistic practitioner and beauty and wellness guru herself, with plant-based luxury skincare products and sacred wellness practices standard on the spa menu, too. Options range from energy-balancing treatments like crystal light bed therapy and Shirodhara to mindfulness services to “intentional massage” treatments like subtle touch therapy, Thai yoga, and jade hot stone massages. As an initiation into Fender’s botanicals-inspired world, try the Tammy Fender signature facial, a memorable combination of massage, botanical ingredients, oxygen therapy, and reflexology that lets her expertise—and your inner and outer beauty—shine.

Those staying for more than a day in South Florida can visit her West Palm Beach location, too. opalcollection.com/opal-grand

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Situated on beachy Singer Island is the Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences and its renowned spa, where one quickly comes to understand the need for on-property living arrangements. In addition to the more traditional spa treatments, Amrit Ocean Wellness Center & Spa also offers specialties like the Hammam Ritual, which guides you through ancient Moroccan bathing traditions; and the co-ed, indoor-outdoor hydro-thermal circuit that includes an arctic chill fountain with effusion showers, a salt inhalation chamber, a sauna and steam room, heat therapy, cryotherapy, and a private spa lap pool.

With 100,000 square feet and four floors dedicated solely to the spa, there’s plenty of room for all five of Amrit’s integrated wellness pillars: nutrition, fitness, mindfulness, relaxation, and sleep. Both Easternand Western-inspired treatments are available, including hard-to-find therapies like Ashiatsu, Thai massage, and sound and light therapy.

There’s also an on-site Wellness Zone where guests can meet with medical practitioners, naturopaths, nutritionists, acupuncturists, and osteopaths for personalized recommendations; and an Infusion Zone for vitamin infusions dispensed by a nurse. And since you can’t leave fitness out of this wellness equation, make sure to save some time for yoga, spin, TRX, tai chi, Pilates, or qigong at the gym. The spa is soon to be rated by the Forbes Travel Guide, but we suspect five stars are in this wellness destination’s future. amritocean.com

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PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF THE BOCA RATON, HIPPOCRATES WELLNESS, PGA NATIONAL RESORT, AMRIT OCEAN WELLNESS CENTER & SPA, AND TAMMY FENDER HOLISTIC SPA.

The arched entryway of The Spa at PGA National Resort veritably glows, setting the tone for this holistic, European-inspired oasis. The tropical greens, golds, and rose golds forming the serene color palette of this tranquil spot add to its upscale yet welcoming ambience, and the attached outdoor Waters of the World mineral pools—featuring waters from the Dead Sea and France’s Salies-de-Béarn—is a stunning highlight. Spa guests can add a pool day onto their itinerary and enjoy a little extra time in the sun, perhaps ordering a light poolside lunch and a fresh juice to sip between treatments. Book the Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage, the 24K Gold Floral Facial, the Golfer’s CBD Massage, or the Tropical Essence Massage—infused with South Florida specialties like coconut lime, guava, mango, or moringa—for a truly immersive experience. pgaresort.com

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Portugal’s Wild Secret THE RELATIVELY UNSPOILED ALENTEJO REGION, BREADBASKET OF THIS SMALL NATION, HAS THE CHARM OF TUSCANY WITHOUT (SO FAR) ITS FAME By Everett Potter north of the Algarve. This landscape includes vineyards, wheat fields, whitewashed houses and cork oaks (from the bark of which wine-bottle corks are made). Alentejo means “beyond the Tagus” River, which in geographic terms means it lies south and east of Lisbon.

The interior of Alentejo is known for rolling plains and fertile land that gives the region its nickname “the breadbasket of Portugal.” Those extensive forests of cork oak trees have their bark hand-harvested every 10 years. The region also has rice fields and a bucolic feel, which has led some observers to liken it to Tuscany or Provence. Yet it’s unlike either of those fabled

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Most Americans heading to Portugal make a beeline to Lisbon, the country’s lively and colorful capital. If they’re interested in something besides an urban experience, they may venture north to cruise along the river in Porto or perhaps book a condo in the south on the Algarve to laze in the sun and play some golf. The major drawback is that these destinations have become increasingly overrun with tourists for at least half the year.

Yet there is much more of Portugal to explore, and savvy travelers should venture farther afield. The hope of getting out of well-worn tourist spots led me to visit the region known as Alentejo, which is set in the south central part of the country,

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regions. It’s still somewhat primitive and gets a fraction of the tourists that they do.

Alentejo holds the distinction of being the largest area in the country, encompassing more than 30 percent of its land mass, yet is also the least inhabited. For example, at Alqueva there is an International Dark Sky Reserve, some 6,000 acres set aside for prime stargazing here on the edge of Europe. Alentejo stretches from the Atlantic Ocean clear across to the border with Spain.

On a continent that has been well explored and developed for tourism, Alentejo is one of the last great secrets. While I found the bucolic nature of the countryside instantly appealing, I was blown away by the star attraction, an incredible coastline that starts about an hour’s drive south of Lisbon and extends about 90 miles to the town of Odeceixe, the starting point for the Fishermen’s Trail, 46 miles of coastal paths, historically used by fishermen and local smugglers. The beaches and cliffs along Alentejo’s Atlantic coastline are as close to pristine as you can find anywhere in Europe, and this coast is only now being developed, albeit slowly.

One of the first towns to go upscale here is Comporta, which has the region’s best hotels, including Quinta da Comporta, a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and a bolthole for those seeking what’s become known as “the Hamptons of Portugal.” If the water temperature on the beautiful strand called Praia da Comporta is too chilly, which it often is, you can do the backstroke in the hotel’s 130-foot solar-heated lap pool. I loved the subtle design in neutral colors and the brilliant massage at the Oryza Spa. My room was simple and white, with soft wood tones, but if you have the means, step up to a townhouse or a pool villa. Two other high-design options in town include Sublime Comporta and Spacia Comporta.

Plan on doing very little; sightseeing is pretty much limited to watching flocks of pink flamingoes and doing things like horseback riding.

The nearby town of Melides is on the edge of transforming from sleepy to developed, thanks to well-heeled Europeans looking for the next Côte d’Azur, Mallorca or Mykonos. The most famous part-time local is Christian Louboutin, the French shoe designer, who owns lots of property and has constructed fanciful buildings for his own compound. This spring he opened Vermelho, a 13-room hotel in Melides that is as wild with patterns and colors as almost everything he touches. The sleepy town may soon be getting a full-scale upscale makeover, so now is the time to see it before it becomes the next “it” destination. The draw is Praia de Galé, a lovely beach with red sandstone cliffs. Surfers congregate here, as they have for years. The water is chilly, not Mediterranean warm, but there’s a conspicuous absence of hotels, bars and restaurants. It’s wild and undeveloped, at least so far. Enjoy it while you can.

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traditional pilgrimage route runs for about 280 miles. The town has yet to catch the affluenza bug and remains sleepy, two things in its favor.

About an hour’s drive inland is Herdade da Matinha, a 35-room hotel compound with oaks and umbrella pines, a welcoming swimming pool, and genuine low-key Alentejo hospitality. It is close to the Rota Vincentina trail, making it ideal for a bit of walking while staying in very comfortable and stylish rooms. The property is spacious and has several lounges and a library, and the coast is easily accessible.

Along the way, you’ll be sampling the food of Alentejo. Pork is king here, especially porco preto, pork from the black pigs fed on acorns. From the sea comes octopus and clams, and on the table you’ll often find the bread soup called açorda de bacalhau and arroz de pato, duck with rice. The area is one of Portugal’s most respected wine regions, with reds produced from Tempranillo grapes and Castelão and Trincadeira grapes. Whites are generally made from vineyards featuring Antão Vaz, a grape grown almost exclusively in Portugal.

Before heading eastward toward the other side of Alentejo, I had time for a quick visit to southwest Alentejo and Vicentina Coast Natural Park, an area of protected shorefront that runs from Sao Torpes to Cape St. Vincent and offers an authentic taste of the wilderness aspects of the region.

Inland from the coastline, I drove to Evora, the regional capital dating from Roman times. There’s a medieval cathedral at its heart, a walled city with winding streets that has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. These whitewashed buildings make it a charming spot for a few nights. I stayed at the Convento do Espinheiro, a former 15th-century convent transformed into a five-star property.

It’s not a stretch to say that the first inhabitants of this place did not have an indoor and outdoor pool at their disposal, nor lavishly decorated rooms or the remarkable cuisine of Chef Jorge Peças at the aptly named Divinus restaurant.

Even further afield was São Lourenço do Barrocal, a much-lauded property with a handful of top awards and affiliations, including Virtuoso and Leading Hotels of the World. Located near Monsaraz, the hotel sprang up from the ruins of a small villa, and it has been reimagined as a compound of rooms, suites and cottages. The accommodations are upscale and minimal: a swimming pool, a large organic garden and a restaurant with a cutting-edge design. Stargazing is a significant activity in this remote area, as is ballooning over Lake Alqueva. Nearly 15 years after its creation, the hotel is a fashionable stop for those making the design circuit in Portugal, to places where they are virtually guaranteed to have a rarefied experience.

Alentejo is still comparatively wild and undeveloped, but that’s already changing.

It should be on your short list with its breathtaking beaches, charming small hotels and venerable cultural treasures.

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This page: The Convento do Espinheiro is a former 15th-century convent transformed into a five-star property. Chef Jorge Peças is at the head of the hotel’s famed Divinus restaurant. Opposite page: The beaches and cliffs along Alentejo’s Atlantic coastline are as close to pristine as you can find anywhere in Europe.

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Love Stories B y J E N N I F E R P. H E N D E R S O N

EMBRACING THE TRADITIONS AND TOKENS OF THE PAST WHEN CHARTING A COURSE FOR A BRIGHT, NEW FUTURE TOGETHER CAN PROVIDE THE MOST EXCELLENT INSPIRATION

For this issue’s coterie of “Love Stories” couples, however, inspiration and insight were found when a balance was struck between old and new as a way of highlighting the love of partner and family.

From sentimental reception locales to vintage dresses to heirloom rings that bore the symbolism of many lifetimes of commitment, it was the unique and individual touches that made each wedding in the following pages beautifully meaningful days to remember and cherish.

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When conducting the complicated orchestra that very often is required when planning a wedding, it can be difficult to stay grounded in the midst of the accompanying whirlwind of hopes, dreams, and infinite details. “We seriously underestimated the total eclipse wedding planning would have over our free time, and how emotional it can all be,” says newlywed Julia Helms. “Especially the amount of pressure to get everything right with only one chance.”

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The Engagement Ring: “I had a pretty clear picture of what kind of engagement ring I wanted, and I knew Matt knew my style, but I had no idea what ring he would choose. A couple of months into dating, our coworker, Vicky, asked me what kind of ring I would want, and I laid out all of the specs to her. She said she was taking notes, which I thought was a joke, and we never spoke about it again.

So, I was completely shocked when he opened the box, and it was exactly the ring I had described. I said, ‘I cannot believe you did this without any help. This is exactly what I wanted.’ He told me he actually did have some help: Turns out, Vicky actually took notes and sent them to Matt. At the time, I would have been mortified if I’d found out that Matt thought I was talking about my engagement ring so early on in our relationship.”

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K EL LY & M AT T JERSEY CITY, NEW JERSEY ENGAGED: OCTOBER 2021 MARRIED: DECEMBER 2022

Their Meet Cute: “Matt and I met while we were both working at the same company. He ran the conference center in the Hoboken office; I was a learning and development coordinator and always setting up for trainings and events. I would spend the day working in the shared space, so we wound up spending a lot of time getting to know each other … which turned into happy hours and nights out, and our relationship progressed very organically.”

The Big Day:

“Matt balances me out. I am definitely more high-strung, emotional, and anxious, and he has a calm demeanor that really helps me to reflect on how I’m feeling and reign in that emotional side of myself.” | “Kelly gets super excited about things she is interested in, but even more excited when they are things I am also interested in because it’s something we can share.”

“It was important to us that our wedding was someplace significant, and Princeton is very special: My first job at age 16 was at Giselle Dancewear (now Jammin’ Crepes), my first apartment was at the north end of Nassau Street, and my childhood dream was to be married at Saint Paul’s Church and have the reception at the Nassau Inn—which is exactly what we did! We joke that we had a ‘Princeton-themed wedding,’ but really, we were just going for classic elegance. Viburnum Design did an amazing job with our flowers, which were all white with greenery in gold candelabras. Our groomsmen were in tuxes and the bridesmaids wore black gowns.”

Their Q.T.:

The Blessing in Disguise:

Their Favorite Things:

“We love going out to eat, and we make an effort to try new things instead of going to the same restaurants over and over again. I think we both have a homebody side, too, and look forward to the weekends where we can just hang out at home, maybe go for long walk in Jersey City, cook dinner, and watch TV or a movie together.”

The Proposal: “Matt knew it was important to me to get engaged somewhere that had significance. When we were first dating, we would spend hours sitting and talking at Pier A in Hoboken, so it became ‘our spot.’ We had plans to go out to dinner for Matt’s birthday and then meet up with friends afterwards. I knew an engagement was coming at some point, but I was pretty certain that he would not be doing that on his birthday—so certain that I didn’t bother to get my nails done or wear anything special. Even when he suggested a walk down to the pier, I was still shocked when he actually proposed. The real surprise was that he’d planned a party in Jersey City with all of our siblings and my best friends from Princeton. That was easily one of the best nights of both of our lives.”

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“We went to Hamilton Jewelers to pick out bands. I had an idea of what I wanted, but when I got there and saw all the choices, I wanted to try on everything! Then just for fun, I tried on a few ‘spacer’ rings and found one that fit with my other rings well.

We agreed we would hold off because of the additional expense, but little did I know, Matt had contacted our sales associate, Karen, to purchase the band and that was his gift to me on our wedding day.”

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“After our original coordinator ghosted us eight weeks before the wedding, we wound up booking Peony Events. We worked with Maria Falzo and her team, who we would’ve been lost without. They went so far above and beyond leading up to the wedding, that the day of, we didn’t have to worry about a thing because they took care of it all.”

The First Year: “We’re looking forward to being done with wedding planning and settling into our lives as a couple. I think we’re most excited for the future, our upcoming first-anniversary trip to Japan, and eventually buying a home and starting a family.”

Their Future: “To have a happy, healthy family and live a long and happy life together.”

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M A RY BET H & EVA N CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA ENGAGED: AUGUST 2022 MARRIED: MAY 2023

Their Meet Cute: “We met at Elon University School of Law. Evan was a year above me, and we’d known each other casually for about a year. Then during the COVID shutdown, we had a Zoom class together. The class was an elective, and the course-long project was to build a law firm. Evan asked me to be his partner, and I almost said no! But I agreed—and the rest is history.”

Their Favorite Things: “Evan is honest, steady, and committed. He works harder than anyone I have ever met.” | “Mary Beth is dedicated, outgoing, and makes the most out of life. She really makes every day special.”

Their Proposal: “Evan proposed to me on the beach in Isle of Palms, South Carolina. I knew it was coming, but I did not expect it that day. He asked me to take a morning walk on the beach, and he proposed privately there.”

The Rings: “I used Mary Beth’s mom’s engagement ring setting, which her dad purchased at Hamilton back in 1989. We worked with Yvonne Eng to select the perfect diamond. For the bands, I selected a yellow gold band, and Mary Beth chose a half-eternity band in yellow gold.”

The Dresses: “I wore my late grandmother’s dress from 1961. I had it restored at Hallak Cleaners in Hackensack, NJ. My grandma passed away when my mom was a teenager, and despite never knowing her, I’ve felt connected to her throughout my life—and wearing her dress included her in our wedding. For the reception, I changed into a pearl-detailed gown by Daria Karlozi, which I purchased from The Boutique by B. Belle Events.”

The Vows: “Evan and I exchanged personal vows to each other privately with our priest the night before the wedding, and then exchanged traditional vows at our ceremony.”

The Cake: “The cake was a highlight. Lauren at Old Edwards Events made the most incredible three-tier cake: the bottom tier was lemon cake with lemon curd and vanilla icing, the second tier was lime cake with cherry filling and vanilla icing, and the top tier was pistachio cake with vanilla icing.”

Their Song: “‘Trains I Missed,’ by Balsam Range, which was performed live by our band Nitrograss.”

Their Next Steps:

“I got Evan custom cufflinks, and he surprised me with beautiful aquamarine and diamond earrings—my something blue!”

“I’m a law clerk for the West Virginia Supreme Court, and Evan is a federal law clerk. We’ll be in Charleston for one year until we complete our clerkships, and then we are excited to see where we end up.”

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“We were married in Highlands, NC. Highlands is a small mountain town that few people know about, and the location is very special to us both. My family has a house there, where I spent my summers growing up. Evan went to college a few minutes down the road, and our love of Highlands was one of the first things we connected over when we first met.”

The First Anniversary:

The Gifts:

The Vibe:

“We want to celebrate our first wedding anniversary back in Highlands at the Old Edwards Inn. We loved our wedding, but it went by so quickly!

We hope to go back and really enjoy the experience. Plus, Lauren offered to make a mini version of our original wedding cake for our one-year anniversary.”

Their Future: “We’re really looking forward to building our life together. We have so many hopes and dreams, and we always support each other. But now we get to work toward those hopes and dreams as a team.”

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“Old-world elegance. With my grandmother’s vintage wedding dress in mind, we incorporated classic, timeless style while keeping things fresh and personal to Evan and me. But my favorite part about the ceremony were the bells. I shared with the music director that I dreamed of hearing wedding bells on my wedding day, and he did not disappoint! Then at the reception, I loved the greenery that hung in the ceiling rafters. Combined with our classic florals, glowing candlelight, and lace tablecloths, the reception felt like a real-life fairytale.”

“We bought an old home that was not maintained for decades, and we love working on it together. We’ve worked tirelessly to turn it into our dream cottage.”

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The Plannings: “Justin and I seriously underestimated the complete and total eclipse wedding planning would have over all of our free time, and how emotional planning can be, too—especially the amount of pressure to get everything right with just one chance to do it. The silver lining was that it gave us the opportunity to spend quality time with our loved ones in a really special way.”

The Theme: “We wanted to honor our relationship and the relationships that have made us who we are with a joyous celebration of love and life surrounded by nature, amazing food, great music and dancing, and good humor. We wanted to celebrate the property, and be as eco-friendly and inclusive as possible; it was very important to us to work with local suppliers as well as diverse small businesses.

My florist featured locally grown, seasonal blooms in arrangements that were foam-free. Except for the centerpieces, which we later donated, I had the entire event composted.”

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J U L I A & J UST I N YARDLEY, PENNSYLVANIA ENGAGED: JUNE 2021 MARRIED: OCTOBER 2022

“The location was so important. We were on a family property, and we are forever grateful to my uncle, who’s also my godfather, and my aunt who hosted our wedding at their estate in Far Hills, NJ. We incorporated woodsy, ethereal, and natural elements that honored our local surroundings as well as our love for the Adirondacks.”

The Vows: Their Meet Cute: “We met on Bumble after I’d just moved back to New Jersey. I was working full time and had just started going back to school for my MBA. Justin was so patient with me when I explained I could not meet right away. We talked on the phone and texted for three weeks until our romantic first date at the Montgomery Fireworks.”

Their Q.T.: “We love to hike, and we’re working toward climbing the 46 high peaks in the Adirondacks, in upstate New York. But the most unusual hike we’ve ever done was on our honeymoon when we traversed the volcanic lands of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, in New Zealand, on New Year’s Eve.”

Their Proposal: “Justin proposed to me on a beautiful hike up Big Slide Mountain. Luckily, it has multiple false peaks on the way up and all with stunning views because his original plan to propose on the summit did not pan out. Both of our parents came up and celebrated with us, too.”

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The Rings:

“I am so glad we did custom vows, and I’m still in awe of the thoughtful, eloquent way Justin described his feelings. My Aunt Nancy was the best officiant and started off our ceremony with a meditation to help us be completely present in the moment.”

The Menu: “Harvest Catering and Events was phenomenal. The stars of the night were the lobster rolls and buffalo chicken meatball appetizers, as well as the melt-in-your-mouth cabernet-braised short rib main course. Our four-tier cake from Blue Sheep, in Somerville, fit our fall garden party theme perfectly; the flavors were Bananas Foster, Italian Rainbow Cookie, and Kentucky Bourbon Pecan Spice Cake. My guests are still raving about the food. They can’t believe it was all cooked under a tent!”

Their Greatest Lesson: “Justin’s love language is quality time, so he is always a positive reminder of how important it is to be present and truly experience life in the moment.”

“Justin proposed to me with my grandmother’s ring, which was very meaningful.

I chose not to alter it in any way; I didn’t even need to get it resized. And since my engagement ring is vintage, I wanted to create a custom band. Maureen at Hamilton Jewelers was so patient throughout the process of trying on many, many styles and helping me customize my dream band. The design complements my engagement ring perfectly and features hand engraving with a hidden sapphire.”

The Biggest Surprise:

The Dress: “My mom, my aunts, my maid of honor, and I had made a trip to New York City, and the dress was a unanimous decision: It was the last one I tried on at the first shop of the day, and one that I kept going back to in my mind while trying on other dresses at bigger, better-known stores. It just felt right.”

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“Most of my friends told me ‘nothing changes’ once you get married. I don’t feel that way at all. Being married instantly gave me a total sense of peace and satisfaction. I love the ability to plan further ahead as a team. The future I’ve always dreamed of seems very real now.”

“To continue to love and support each other through difficult as well as fun times, to try and find the best in each day, and to continue to give back in a meaningful way to leave behind a thoughtful, caring, and kind legacy.”

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Dress by Carolina Herrera from Saks Fifth Avenue Palm Beach.

Platinum diamond stud earrings, white oval “vine” dangling diamond earrings, 18k white gold and sapphire bangle, and platinum three-stone ring with cushion-cut blue sapphire all by Hamilton Jewelers Classics Collection.

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Dress by Markarian from Saks Fifth Avenue Palm Beach.

Platinum custom-made heart-shape diamond pendant; 18k white gold, pink sapphire, and diamond ring; platinum diamond floral bracelet; and platinum “bypass” diamond ring by Hamilton Jewelers Classics Collection.

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“I keep my eye on the past by incorporating refined and vintage elements that add a layer of meaning in with the modern design.”

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Fashion and jewelry impacts our culture and our collective history. Each piece of jewelry I own is among my most important treasures. Like a journal, they tell a story, evoking periods of my life and helping me to recall my thoughts, feelings, and memories. As such, my personal collection is the result of years of careful collecting, whether through my work, my travels, or gifts I’ve received from loved ones.

In 2020, when we all retreated inside our houses, I was introduced to the concept of “working from home,” a notion I’d never really embraced before. In the years that followed, however, I’ve come to appreciate the days when I’m able to sit down at my home desk with my morning coffee and granola or afternoon tea and salad, and the inspiration for reimagined designs and new uses arrives but in a much more personal way.

That practice, in turn, informs the ideas for our collections that I use to collaborate with our talented designers who bring it all to exciting life with original pieces for our clientele.

One of my favorite parts of the creation process has always been the reimagining. As Joan Miró famously said, “You can look at a picture for a week and never think of it again. You can also look at a picture for a second and think of it all your life.” This is how I think of my jewelry, too: It’s thrilling to turn over a pair of earrings in my hand and envision them as, say, a bracelet or a cocktail ring.

In my business, nothing excites me more than new talent and new ideas. I love the fresh takes on our industry that give us a glimpse toward where jewelry design is heading. However, I always make sure to keep my eye on the past by incorporating refined and vintage elements that add a layer of meaning in with the modern design, to create tokens of love and remembrance for years to come.

Creating Your Collection JEWELRY HAS A HEART AND A SOUL AND A STORY. WHILE BUILDING A COLLECTION CAN BE THE CULMINATION OF A LIFE’S WORK, IT IS NEVER TOO EARLY—OR TOO LATE—TO START. HERE ARE SOME OF MY TIPS FOR CREATING A JEWELRY WARDROBE YOU CAN TREASURE. BEGIN WITH THE BASICS:

LEAD A CHARMED LIFE:

REIMAGINE ALL THE PIECES:

Invest in one or two pieces that are classic, timeless, and most importantly, that you love.

In 1980, I purchased two gold necklaces which were made by one of my favorite jewelers, the renowned Guidi. The minute I saw the hearts on the chains, I knew they were perfect, and I have enjoyed wearing them ever since.

They are part of my “style uniform,” and I don them nearly every day. When you have jewelry you really love, they are worth the investment; they become part of your identity and an artistic reflection of your personality and tastes.

When I was a young girl, I had a charm bracelet that I absolutely adored, each link filled with tiny, detailed symbols of the things I cherished. Today, the “grownup” version of that charm bracelet is having its moment, allowing a plain link bracelet to be transformed into a totally customizable and wearable piece of art through the chosen baubles.

So it thrills me that Hamilton is debuting a new department in the Princeton and Palm Beach Garden stores showcasing a selection of vintage charms we’ve collected from all over the world.

From both new and traditional designers, the charms are ready to wear and with guidance from Hamilton specialists, you can create something wonderfully bespoke and beautiful.

Looking at jewelry you already own and thinking beyond the box about how they can be turned into something new and exciting is a great way to add a different dimension to your collection. As I mentioned above, I revel in taking my personal jewelry pieces and spreading them out on my desk to enjoy and inspect: If I’ve not worn a piece in years, I put it aside to be reborn as a brooch or a bracelet charm or a necklace.

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Pro tip: Hamilton’s team of expert designers can help guide you through the process of turning vintage pieces into new, contemporary designs.

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I LOVE WHAT I DO, AND I AM SO GRATEFUL THAT PART OF MY JOB INVOLVES SURROUNDING MYSELF WITH BEAUTIFUL THINGS. I HAVE A TRUE LOVE AFFAIR WITH JEWELRY, AND I ADORE BEING A BOLD COLLECTOR. SO, IT’S NO SURPRISE THAT THE COLLECTION I’VE CREATED— WHICH INCLUDES VINTAGE PIECES AND PIECES FROM NEW DESIGNERS, TOO— IS BEAUTIFUL TO ME AND ME ALONE. BELOW, SOME OF MY FAVORITE PIECES THAT SHOWCASE MY LOVE OF SIZE, COLOR, AND ORIGINALITY.

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“This gold, diamond, emerald, and enamel bracelet was a gift to me from my husband, Martin, on the occasion of the birth of our fourth son, in 1968.

I have always enjoyed exploring the diverse customs and traditions of Asian culture, and this piece is no exception: I love the bold dragon design, which is a Chinese symbol of strength, power, and good luck.”

“In the 1970s and 80s, the oversize, bold, open-link bracelet was very popular at Hamilton. I was fortunate enough to have my favorite jeweler, Guidi, make a custom version of this iconic bracelet for me, featuring gold links studded with pearls. I wear it to this day and always receive compliments on it when I do.

It’s a piece I’ve always adored for its versatility and wearable style.”

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“These yellow and blue sapphire pins were made for Hamilton by a European company in 1991, and I fell in love as soon as I saw them.

The colors are so vivid and striking.”

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“This magnificent vintage ruby and diamond pin is from the early 1900s, and it means so much to me. Not only is it a timeless and elegant accessory, but it’s truly a one-of-a-kind piece because it can be worn two ways: as one pin or as two clasps. A few years ago, when my oldest grandson got married, I wore it as two clasps on my jacket lapels.

Last year, at my second grandson’s wedding, I wore it as a single pin.”

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IN GR EDIENT S: • 23/4 cups rolled oats • 1 cup shelled pistachios • 1 cup unsweetened coconut chips • 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds • 1 Tbs. kosher salt • ½ cup light brown sugar • 1/3 cup maple syrup • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil • ¾ cup dried sour cherries IN STR UCT I O N S: 1. Preheat oven to 300°.

2. In a large bowl, mix together the oats, pistachios, coconut, pumpkin seeds, and salt.

3. In a small saucepan set over low heat, warm the sugar, syrup, and olive oil until the sugar has just dissolved, then remove from heat. Fold liquids into the mixture of oats, making sure to coat the dry ingredients well.

4. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, and spread granola over it.

Bake until dry and lightly golden, 35 to 40 minutes, stirring granola a few times along the way.

5. Remove granola from oven, and mix into it the dried sour cherries.

Allow to cool to room temperature before transferring granola to a storage bag or container.

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Museum Marvels DRAWING MILLIONS TO THEIR EXHIBITS, THESE SIX WORLD-RENOWNED REPOSITORIES ARE WORKS OF ART THEMSELVES

The largest museum in Japan is the Tokyo National Museum, a can’t-miss destination for visits to the world’s most populous city. There are more than 100,000 artifacts of Japanese art and history on view across five distinct buildings. If you don’t have the stamina or time for them all, the Honkan building is a cheat sheet of sorts, displaying cultural items, Buddhist statues, samurai swords and the like dating from 10,000 B.C. to the late 19th century.

Fun fact: This museum is part of Ueno Park, which means there are outdoor exhibits to enjoy when the weather cooperates, including Kuromon, the “Black Gate” to the Edo residence of the Ikeda family, who

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Doge’s Palace, Venice, Italy Ride a gondola and visit Doge’s Palace. Those are two things any tourist must do when visiting this famous city. Located on the famous St. Mark’s Square near St. Mark’s Basilica, the palace is a spectacle before you even walk in, with a remarkable exterior that defines Venetian Gothic architecture. The interior spans 1,000 years of history, giving visitors a glimpse into the wealth and power once centered here. Ornate chambers and detailed sculptures abound in the museum, which has been officially operating as a tourist spot since 1923, as do paintings and other artifacts.

Fun fact: Tintoretto’s 16th century masterpiece Il Paradiso is on display in the main hall of Doge’s Palace.

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The Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt Before or after a stop at the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, take in some more Egyptian antiquities at this art museum in Cairo; it’s the oldest archaeological museum in the Middle East and the largest on the continent of Africa. Most of the exhibits are of the Pharaonic and Greco-Roman periods—we’re talking tombs, ornaments, gigantic statues and more pieces that reflect Egypt’s rich cultural heritage.

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Fun fact: Exhibition highlights include an entire room devoted to Tutankhamen (aka King Tut), the most famous Egyptian pharaoh; a display of extremely detailed ancient Egyptian jewelry; and the Royal Mummy Room, where you can come face-to-face with these former humans.

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The Museo Soumaya, Mexico City, Mexico Like the others on this list, this museum is full of thousands of artifacts from its country’s culture. But this attraction, built in 1994, is more of a personal art gallery, displaying 70,000 works from the 15th to mid-20th centuries that belong exclusively to Carlos Slim, the richest man in Mexico, who also finances this building. The Museo Soumaya’s defining characteristic is clearly its rotating silver rhomboid, which looks different from all angles and reflects light at various points depending on the time of day and season. It was designed by Fr·ee (Fernando Romero Enterprise), a venture of Slim’s son-in-law.

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The Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao, Spain

Fun fact: The museum originated what’s called the “Bilbao effect,” the phenomenon whereby beautiful architecture can transform a struggling city into a bustling tourist spot.

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You know the Guggenheim in New York City; now let us introduce you to her Basque cousin, the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain. It was built in 1991, when the Basque government approached Solomon Guggenheim about building an attraction in its main port to reel in more tourists. Now it’s a distinct landmark there, one that has helped make both the city and architect Frank Gehry world-renowned. Titanium, limestone and glass curve to create the subtle shape of a boat, reflecting the heritage of the port of Bilbao.

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The Louvre, Paris, France This is, of course, one of the most recognizable art museums in the world, as well as the most visited. Did you know it’s one of the oldest too? Serving as a royal palace before debuting as a museum in 1793, The Louvre sits right in the center of the City of Light, across from the Tuileries Gardens. It’s home to a vast collection of various works ranging from ancient civilizations to the mid-19th century and divided into eight departments.

The Louvre’s most famous painting, Leonardo Da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa,” is in the Salle des États, the museum’s largest room, to accommodate its many admirers.

Fun fact: The Louvre pyramid, made of glass and metal, wasn’t designed by a French architect but instead by Chinese-American architect I. M. Pei. Since 1989 it has served as the main entrance to the museum below it.

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Minimalist By Nature DESIGNER ORLANDO DIAZ-AZCUY MADE THIS BUILT-FROMSCRATCH CALIFORNIA HOME AN OPEN, MODERN TRIBUTE TO THE VERDANT LANDSCAPE THAT SURROUNDS IT

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Open-concept rooms with clean lines and functional furniture go back at least to the middle of the last century. And since the 1980s, San Francisco-based designer Orlando Diaz-Azcuy has been influencing interior designers with his own take on minimalism. On these pages, you’ll see one of his projects featured in Soul: Interiors

by Orlando Diaz-Azcuy (written by Jorge S. Arango); a custom home built in Woodside, California.

In collaboration with David Oldroyd, principal of Diaz-Ascuy’s company, ODADA, everything was designed with the history of its site in mind, and intended as a visual echo of its environs.

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Everything in this West Coast home is inspired by its lush surroundings, sometimes subtly and sometimes conspicuously—as in the custom rug designed to resemble tree bark, and a round coffee table made of elm. The lime-green accent color is seen in almost every room, a nod to the lush scenery outside.

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This page: A crisp white kitchen looks anything but traditional thanks to its sculptural island’s distinct angles, inspired by the roofline of the home. Note the dark window frames over the Wolf stove, which give the home a chic urban feel.

Opposite: This windowless powder room, what with horizontal slats of wood and a floor-to-ceiling mirror, references cow fencing on the dairy farm that once occupied this site. The piece to the left of the limestone pedestal sink looks like a stealth medicine cabinet, but in fact it’s a painting by David Simpson.

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This page: Three walls of silver travertine add movement to this primary bathroom, sizable enough for two (or more) with a double vanity and makeup counter. The oval soaking tub by Agape Design sits under a custom light fixture as it overlooks the wooded forest. Opposite: Guests will feel right at home in this bedroom, where the lime-green throw pillow is a welcome pop of color atop the neutral chair from Design Within Reach.

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WORLD ON YOUR TABLE A consummate host like you finds appropriate decorations a cinch for Thanksgiving and Christmas gettogethers. But let’s face it, friends and family visit all year long, and you want to make every breakfast, lunch or dinner you host memorable for everyone, whatever the season. Fortunately, there’s a world of possibilities.

To find international inspiration for your next mealtime social event, why not tap the expertise and resourcefulness of designer Stephanie Stokes? In her new book The World at Your Table: Inspiring Tabletop Designs (Rizzoli New York, 2023), she showcases design ideas from all over the planet that she’s applied either for clients or to her own home. No passport or steamer trunks are required to follow Stokes in circumnavigating the world of design ideas. Naturally you’ll start with a stateside stop; then off you go—vicariously, that is—to distant decorative climes. Your notion of tabletops’ possibilities may never be the same.

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FOR DÉCOR AT YOUR NEXT MEALTIME PARTY, YOU CAN DRAW INSPIRATION FROM YOUR GLOBETROTTING—INCLUDING A HALF-DOZEN SPECIAL SPOTS

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Snowbirds who migrate to this Florida destination from November to May (as well as the barrier island’s full-time residents) never miss a beat when it comes to entertaining at home. That’s because they’re inspired by the charity lunches and fancy dinners that happen here all year long. The designs at many events are reflected inside the shops and museums, many of which showcase the region’s history. The Henry Morrison Flagler Museum, for instance, is an homage to Palm Beach’s beginnings. Some of Addison Mizner’s original Renaissance and Gothic architecture is reflected here as well as in nearly 50 other buildings on the island.

Breakfast and dinner tables echo the beauty of the buildings, with tabletop designs often graced with flowers and delicate china and linens sourced locally.

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ISTANBUL, TURKEY

You’ll find the best of two worlds in this historic city, which straddles the boundary between Asia and Europe. (With nearly 16 million people, it’s Europe’s most populous city.) Geography, which includes the nearby ancient city Ephesus, plays an enormous role in Istanbul’s aesthetic traditions, Stokes says, and those customs are ever-present in the Grand Bazaar. Here, at the largest covered market in the world, visitors can purchase and learn from a variety of antiques, textiles and silver dealers. Many merchants will treat you to Turkish coffee as you browse their wares, which can cost as little as a few cents to as much as a million dollars. Delicate tablecloths from Uzbekistan, antique silver candlesticks from the 1700s and porcelain with Ottoman designs can all be purchased at the Grand Bazaar and brought back to your home to create an elegant table setting.

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VENICE, ITALY

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A trip to this Italian city will stimulate the senses, so much that it can be a challenge to focus your quest for inspiration on just one detail: Architecture? Style? Design? Fashion?

Food? Stokes fell in love with the color pink, from the domes of the Duomo at sunset to the rippling waters of the canals, which reflect the brick walls of the houses that line them. “Hypnotic,” she calls them. To bring the detail back stateside, antique pink Fortuny fabric can be purchased and used for tabletops. The linens work hand in hand with artisan glassware from the island of Murano, where artisans have been making fine pieces for centuries. Complementary china from Rigattieri in Venice is adorned in a variety of patterns and gold finish, adding a touch of elegance to every meal.

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BALI, INDONESIA

Are you dreaming of paradise or picturing yourself in a lush Indonesian landscape? The two seemingly go hand in hand, particularly on the island of Bali, where natives spend leisure time creating, cooking, praying or quite simply doing nothing. The people here pay reverence to gods, nature, family and ideas, and their respect is reflected in their entertainment and design. As Stokes observes, large meals can be served on antique Asian china, such as Sawankhalok plates from 18th-century Thailand and Chinese dishes from the same century, which the author praises for their versatility, as they go well with English, Japanese and Swedish porcelain. It’s not unusual to have the opportunity to purchase some plates from dealers, who arrive in Bali every morning on motorcycles with bags full of Balinese dishes. Just watch out for the damaged ones!

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COCKTAIL HOUR

Spice It Up LATTES AND MUFFINS ARE GREAT, BUT WHEN IT COMES TO AUTUMNAL FLAVORS, THIS COCKTAIL TAKES THE CAKE

pumpkin pie martini SERVES 2

INGREDIENTS n 1/4 cup whipped topping or whipped cream n 21/2 oz. vanilla vodka n 11/2 oz. aged rum n 1/4 cup pumpkin pureé n 3 Tbs. maple syrup n 1/4 cup half and half n 1/4 tsp. pumpkin pie spice, plus additional for garnish n Handful of ice cubes

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DIRECTIONS Chill 2 martini or margarita glasses in the freezer. Line a small sheet tray with waxed paper. Make 2 dollops of whipped topping or whipped cream and place in the freezer for 30 minutes. In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, rum, pumpkin pureé, maple syrup, half and half, pumpkin pie spice, salt and ice cubes. Cover and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds.

Strain into the 2 martini glasses.

Top each glass with one piece of frozen whipped cream. Sprinkle additional pumpkin pie spice and serve immediately.

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1. Temple St. Clair Moonstone Bracelet “I appreciate the creativity and unique viewpoint of each designer, so I enjoy finding just the right person for each of their special creations. Temple’s background as an artist and world traveler inspires me: She beautifully translates her influences from history and nature into wearable art.”

For nearly two decades, Hamilton Ambassador Lauren Tischler has called the Princeton flagship store home. She’s a graduate gemologist, designer, watch aficionado, and vault of Hamilton institutional knowledge, and her expertise makes her an indispensable resource for clients.

“I am privileged to be a part of our clients’ most cherished life milestones,” she says. “I’ve been fortunate to do what I love while also building meaningful friendships with clients along the way.” Here, a few of her bejeweled favorites.

2. Hamilton White Gold and Diamond Flower Studs “To me, jewelry is the icing on the cake of your personal style.

It has the power to elevate, polish, and perfect every look. And pieces like these earrings are the best pick-me-up and mood lifter.”

The HJ Lauren’s one-of-a-kind picks for celebrating life’s special occasions

3. Hamilton Wave Collection Diamond Rings “I love our in-house designs, like the ones in our contemporary Wave Collection. These collections strike at the very heart of Hamilton’s commitment to unparalleled craftsmanship framed by a desire to celebrate the array of clients’ personal stylistic choices.”

4. Hamilton Signature Oval Diamond Ring “As a diamond specialist, one of the most rewarding elements of my role is helping couples find their ultimate engagement ring.

I love how diamonds are often passed down through the generations, so I know the rings will be enjoyed for many lifetimes to come.”

6. Hamilton Custom Creations “I adore collaborating with clients and Hamilton’s talented team of jewelers to design custom pieces. Each piece of jewelry tells a story and connects to a special moment in their lives, and is certain to be treasured.”

“My love for gemology began with a humble childhood rock collection, which makes working with Hamilton’s one-of-a-kind gemstone pieces— like these rings, which feature a wide color palette of the earth’s vibrant treasures—a dream come true.”

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5. Hamilton Gemstone Rings

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How Sweet It Is YOU’RE SURE TO GET A SUGAR RUSH WHEN YOU INDULGE IN THIS SPARKLINGLY SWEET EYE CANDY

Clockwise from top left: An 18k yellow gold and “fancy” yellow diamond ring with diamond halo.

A platinum and 18k yellow gold classic “fancy” yellow oval diamond three-stone ring.

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A platinum, 18k yellow gold, and “fancy” yellow diamond “halo” ring.

An 18k yellow gold and “fancy” yellow diamond three-stone ring.

An 18k yellow gold and “fancy intense” yellow bezel-set diamond ring.

From the Hamilton Fancy Color Diamond Collection Priced from $8,400

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Hamilton Archives Holiday gift giving comes in all sorts of shapes, sizes, and degrees: Cleopatra presented Marc Antony with a set of gilded couches. Priscilla Presley gave Elvis a pair of bongo drums. John Legend gifted wife Chrissy Teigen a massive wheel of cheese so she could make risotto and pasta to her heart’s content. Lady Gaga’s record label bought her a white pony. And Justin Bieber decided that if Santa wasn’t going to leave him a private jet underneath his tree, he’d go ahead and gift it to himself.

Although the concept of exchanging presents at the most festive time of year is hardly new—the practice dates back to the winter pagan rituals of the ancient Romans—it tends to strike more than a little bit of anxiety and fear in the hearts of shoppers everywhere.

What should I get her? Will he like this?

What do I get the person who means the most to me? In response to this commerce conundrum, Hamilton Jewelers began printing gift guides in full-size, colorized newspaper ads (like the one shown here) to help its loyal clientele navigate the red-ribboned maze of the holiday shopping season.

From brooches and timepieces to cocktail rings and clocks, the gift guides always offered options at multiple price points and items that Hamilton knew would be cherished by the recipients forever.

And while some things do change— our specially curated gift guides are most frequently distributed digitally now—the sentiment remains the same: Hamilton Jewelers has always been and will always be the trusted brand when you need to find just the right thing to make your special someone’s sparkliest holiday dreams come true.

A true original: An early Hamilton Jewelers version of the now common gift guide, dated November 29, 1967.

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