Woodbury Mens Shop Fall/Winter 2022

CONTENTS

fall/ winter 2022

FEATURES

be a sport | 20

Your sportcoat may get by on flash if you’re just dashing through the room. But if you plan to linger, you’ll want quality.

dressing you for a decade | 16

At Woodbury Mens Shop, making you look and feel your very best has been our mission—and passion—for 10 years and counting.

It’s What’s On TOp | 25

In this season’s cool coats, your sartorial outlook is guaranteed to be perfect.

rocking the runway

Whether you’re heading to a black tie event or to the newest hot spot in town, we promise you’ll be runway ready with this season’s top picks from Woodbury Mens Shop. p. 40

DEPARTMENTS

Memo | 6

Thank you for the honor of dressing this community for 10 years.

The WMS Guide | 9

Cotton Citizen...coats 101...sports traditions...and much more.

The techie | 14

These high-tech toys may not be true necessities, but needschmeed—we want ’em!

THE LEADING MAN Benedict Cumberbatch | 18

On screen, on stage or on the red carpet, striking actor Benedict Cumberbatch makes a surefire impression.

Essentials | 22

Give your wardrobe an extra boost with the hottest must-haves of the season—all available at Woodbury Mens Shop

Auto | 26

Ferrari’s first SUV is a surefire hit for soccer moms and Sunday speed demons alike.

Art | 28

The colorful pieces created by artist Yulia Brodskaya combine intricate beauty with an element of surprise.

Travel | 34

While you’re on this planet, check out of Mother Nature’s most spectacular shows.

Yachts | 50

Sleek, beautiful vessels will soon be on display at luxury boat festivals around the world. Here are five of the top shows that both expert and novice seamen won’t want to miss.

Indulgence | 52

When a hard day’s done, let this wine dispenser pour your optimally chilled glass.

pursuits | 53

The personal travel drone from America’s biggest automaker isn’t yet being mass-produced, but already it has a name to live up to.

the sporting life | 54

Swiss skiers in the know consider Val d’Anniviers the place to go—not for chic ski crowds, but for skiing.

food | 56

Eight of the world’s must-try delicacies will take you out of your comfort zone—and into a new culinary adventure.

spirits | 60

The worldwide food and beverage industry was in retreat, but cognac led palates back to quality.

fitness | 62

As a sweat-promoting sauna, infrared is moderate—but as a trend it’s hot.

grooming | 63

ON THE COVER:

Sportcoat by Ravazzolo, dress shirt by Ingram, pocket square by Paolo Albizzati, tie by Italo Ferretti, trousers by PT, belt by Paolo Vitale, shoes by Gallo Di Bianco.

Photography by Daniel Springston.

Tend your face and facial hair with care, whatever decade you’re in. Here are some agesavvy tips.

Style pros | 64

Woodbury Mens Shop’s style experts reveal the looks and pieces that excite them most this fall.

Ten Years Later

Time moves so quickly, and Woodbury Mens Shop continues to evole with it. But some things don’t change.

For the past 10 years, our team has been dedicated to giving you the finest luxury menswear from around the world, the impeccable service you deserve and a shopping experience like no other. This, of course, is our ongoing commitment to you.

Thank you for the honor and pleasure of dressing this community for decades.

Cheers to the next decade!

With Sincere Gratitude, Jim, Amir, Rich, Hilary, Marc, Lina and Mirtha

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Dress to the nines and head to Woodbury Mens Shop on Saturday, Oct. 1, when we celebrate our 10-year anniversary and the official release of our fall magazine. Join us as we raise a glass of wine or Scotch and sample delicious hors d’oeuvres provided by Maidstone 1845. While you enjoy the festivities, feel free to walk around the store and ask our style associates to show you the latest collections. Hope to see you there!

LET L.E.N. TAKE HOLD

THE WOODBURY GUIDE

WEST COAST MEETS EAST COAST

are you going to wear with all your new sweaters and blazers? The pair of jeans and classic white tee, that’s You’ll find all that more here at Woodbury Shop via our Cotton collection, a Los Angeles-based brand known modern basics and essentials. The company organically grown from suppliers California, and all its clothing is built to last. means the brand’s denim, sweats and button-ups are wardrobe staples you won’t need to replace year after year, even though you’ll live in them each season. See why we’re so obsessed with Cotton Citizen casualwear by trying it on for yourself in-store.

Any Woodbury Mens Shop customer knows that the point of a belt isn’t merely to hold up your pants. The right one makes a stylish statement and pulls the whole look together. That’s why we love L.E.N. belts, each of which exudes workmanship and personal style. Whether you want an exotic alligator or a more casual calf leather with a border stitch, L.E.N. has a varied selection of leathers, colors and textures to match your mood (and the occasion). Like Woodbury Mens Shop, L.E.N. is also celebrating its 10-year anniversary in 2022— so why not celebrate with a few new belts? At Woodbury Mens Shop, we can even custom fit your L.E.N. belt in store if the off-the-rack fit isn’t quite right.

THE A–Z LIST

Woodbury Mens Shop is proud to feature more than 60 designer brands! See if you don’t find your favorites in the list below. Then stop by the store for a shopping experience you’ll love.

ANDERSON’S ARNAU BELVEST BRESCIANI CARROT & GIBBS CHESTER JEFFERIES CITIZENS OF HUMANITY COPPLEY COTTON CITIZEN EMANUEL BERG ETRO FIORONI FEDELI FETE FRADI GALLIA

GALLO DIBIANCO GIMO’S GIONFRIDDO GEOX GRAN SASSO HAUPT INGRAM

ITALO FERRETTI

JACK OF SPADES JAN LESLIE L.E.N. BELTS LUCIANO BARBERA

MAC MAGNANNI MANTO MARCOLIANI MARTIN DINGMAN MAURIZIO BALDASSARI MILESTONE MIRTO

PAOLO ALBIZZATI PAOLO VITALE PAL ZILERI PAUL & SHARK PIACENZA PT POGGIANTI RAVAZZOLO ROBIN KAHN S.M.N. SOL ANGELES STENSTRÖMS TACCALITI TELERIA ZED TINTORIA MATTEI TRUSSINI UBR VINCE WATERVILLE

CLEAR COATING

Your perfectly fitting suit will take you to the office and back any day of the week, but when the weather gets a little dicey, you’ll need a little more to stay warm and dry. Luckily, Woodbury Mens Shop has the right coat for every persona, body shape and occasion. Ask one of our associates to see the latest collections and try on some of the styles, all of which stand the test of time. Here’s an overview of four coat types you’ll find at our store:

Overcoat: Often constructed in wider cuts, this is probably the best over-the-suit option. Made with high-quality wool and durable fabrics, these pieces are designed to stand up to harsh weather. In addition to toughness, overcoats are also stylish: It’s single-breast closure, notched collar, flap pockets and traditional dark colors make it ideal for formal settings.

Pea coat: This double-breasted coat is traditionally made of a heavy wool in either navy or black. It fits close to the body with a slight flare at the hips. Many brands pay tribute to the coat’s naval origins and engrave anchors onto the buttons.

Trench coat: Named after the World War I trenches where they were worn, this coat is an outerwear essential. It’s known for details such as double-breasted construction (single-breasted is less common), wide lapels and belted waist. Gentlemen also prefer it for its length—it typically hits between the mid-thigh to below knee—and water-repellent material.

Parka: Don’t get caught in a snowstorm without this king of the winterwear. Inspired by the animal skin coats worn by indigenous groups in the Arctic, parkas today are mostly made of lightweight synthetic material and filled with warm down. They range in length, hitting anywhere from the waist to the knee, and most have lined hoods and zip closures.

STYLE BY DESIGN EVENTS

Special events at Woodbury Mens Shop give you the chance to meet representatives from some of your favorite designer brands and have clothing, shoes and other items custom-made for you. Mark your calendar for these events:

SEPTEMBER 10: Belvest with Patrick Holmes

SEPTEMBER 24: Stenstroms with Anders Hjarne OCTOBER 1: 10th Anniversary Party with L.E.N. Belts, MAC Jeans and Luciano Barbera

OCTOBER 8: PT with David Aguilar OCTOBER 15: Fall Formalwear event NOVEMBER 5: Haupt Sport Shirts with Kate West

NOVEMBER 12: MAC Jeans and L.E.N. Belts

ASK MR. ETIQUETTE

Jim Foley explains how to sail through life without giving offense.

I’ve been invited to a “black-tie optional” function. Since I don’t own a tuxedo, what should I wear?

—Frazzled in Farmingdale

Usually “black-tie optional” means that the host would like to have a black-tie event, but is trying to be considerate to those guys who don’t own a tuxedo and may not want to rent one.

My suggestion, since a lot of weddings and other events are “black-tie” (not optional), invest in a tuxedo! Buy something classic like a one-button, peak lapel in black. Save the fancy pattern or navy fabric for your second tuxedo.

A classic tuxedo should last you up to seven years, depending on how many affairs you have and how often you dry clean it. If you feel that you will never need to wear a tuxedo again, buy a black suit and accessorize like you would a tuxedo. The black suit can be worn for many other occasions, or the jacket can be worn as a blazer.

Remember: Don’t wear a white or ivory tie to a wedding—that should be only for the groom.

MAURIZIO BALDASSARI

THE WOODBURY GUIDE

THE FINEST FROM FIORONI

MORE THAN THE GAME: MUST-SEE SPORTS TRADITIONS

In the world of sports, the game itself isn’t the only must-see spectacle. On college campuses across the country, loyal fans join the student body to uphold traditions that people from all over go to see. Even if you root for a rival school, you have to admit that the following rituals at these colleges are cool.

RUNNING WITH RALPHIE, UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO. Ralphie the Buffalo, the live mascot of UC, is humanely cared for by a team of student-athletes named “Ralphie Handlers.” Before each home football game, the team runs with Ralphie around Folsom Field, leading the players into the stadium.

SCRIPT OHIO, OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY. Other teams might “boo” the Buckeyes, but everyone is in awe when they watch the OSU Marching Band perform this 86-year-old routine. While playing the school’s fight song, band members strategically strut on the field to spell out “Ohio.” One lucky band member, usually a sousaphone player, gets to dot the “I.”

SILENT NIGHT GAME, TAYLOR UNIVERSITY. It’s tough to stay quiet during a live basketball game, but the student body at this small Indiana school does so on the Friday before finals week. Fans who fill Odle Arena keep their lips zipped until their beloved Trojans score their 10th point of the game—then they go wild!

SINGING OF “TAKE ME HOME COUNTRY ROADS,” WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY. WVU football fans always hope for a win at home to stay ahead in the standings—but many just want to sing John Denver’s hit song with everyone else at Mountaineer Field. After every home victory and before any celebrating takes place, players and coaches join fans and the student body to sing the ode to the Mountain State.

Summer is to swimwear cashmere—you can options. And one of brands is Fioroni, a based in the Umbria Since 1978, they’ve ing the finest cashmere from China, Mongolia, Afghanistan and Indian Kashmir to create some of the world’s premier clothing. Crew necks, Vnecks, turtlenecks, quarter-zips and even cashmere pants, your winter wardrobe could be solely from Fioroni and you’d be set for the season. Round out their cashmere with a suede shirt jacket or tee. Your business associates, family and friends will asking, “Hey, where’d get that?”

A CLOSET CONSULTATION

Fall is a good time to clean out your closet. Woodbury Mens Shop offers a complimentary closet consultation. How does it work? Your favorite associate will come to your home to evaluate what you should get rid of and what’s still in style. They’ll coordinate your existing wardrobe, so you know what to wear with what and let you know what pieces are missing. Then, they’ll freshen and update you for fall. It’s always a good feeling to get rid of dated clothes that are just taking up valuable closet space. Please give us a call at your convenience to set up an appointment. We look forward to hearing from you.

TAKE THESE COLLABS OUT FOR A SPIN

Some of the world’s brightest engineers work in the auto industry, so it’s no surprise that the finest luxury collaborations often involve top automakers. As a man who’s into all things current and fashionable, you know all the best car companies—and you might even own one or two. But below are four brands that teamed up with the best of the best in other industries to create non-car products that you may love:

Aston Martin and Bowmore. The British first distillery on of Islay teamed but their latest finest. The whisky, single malt and bottled gorgeous, limited decanter.

Ferrari and Montblanc. The leader of fine writing instruments, Montblanc pays tribute to Enzo Ferrari, the founder of the Italian automaker, its special edition line fountain and rollerball pens. Each pen mimics the lines and details the Ferrari 125-S and includes Ferrari’s famed prancing horse logo.

McLaren and Tumi. The supercar company lends its cutting-edge tech to brand to create a line of bags and accessories those into lifestyle fashion. The sleek Aero International carry-on, for instance, features molded sides for durability, a removable suit section, built-in USB port and Tumi’s Tracer technology.

Mercedes Benz and IWC. Make room in your vanity for IWC’s latest Pilot watch, Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula Team. This chronograph features 41mm case design crafted from lightweight titanium, the same material that went into the Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series’ production. The dial layout uses Petronas green numerals, indexes and sub-dials to display the watch’s functions.

Gadgets

1SEE THE STARS

And no, we don’t mean the Hollywood kind. Bring out your inner astronomer with the Vespera from Vaonis, a hybrid telescope and camera device that lets you scope out the stars and photograph them. Whether you’re in your yard or in the wilderness, this little guy will help you get a good view of celestial objects as well as a photographic keepsake of each of the stars you spot. The accompanying app helps you identify what you’re seeing in the sky, so you can impress all your friends with your astronomical new knowledge base. $1,499 on preorder.

2MUSIC IN A GLASS

A showpiece and a sound machine. A beauty and a beast. This Transparent Speaker from Transparent is the best of both worlds. It’s physically see-through, made of glass so you can see its intricate insides, but it also uses technology that emits “transparent sound,” which makes the music-listening experience richer and crisper. Like to have options? It’s compatible with Bluetooth and WiFi and can be mounted to the wall or left on a table to ogle over. $1,100.

3SPLIT FOUR WAYS

It’s a bird, it’s a plane…it’s actually just a really technologically advanced router. Though it looks like an extraterrestrial from a sci-fi flick, the AXE200 Omni router from TP-LINK in reality is a high-tech WiFi device that has four antennas that fold out and rotate to give you the best internet signal possible. It’s definitely a handy contraption for Netflix streaming, paper writing, Google searching, TikTok scrolling—hey, we’re not judging. $499.

4MASSAGE GUN KELLY

What’s the best thing to do after a workout? Depends whom you ask, but you can’t go wrong with massage gun therapy. The Theragun PRO from Therabody is a handheld device that soothes your muscles and helps them recover after going hard at the gym. The new PRO version is professional-grade, with six removable attachments, an accompanying app and multiple speeds to fit your fancy. $599.

PHILIP OF ALL TRADES

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You could wear face masks inside your home—or you could purify your air to make it cleaner than you’ve ever seen. That’s the magic of the 3-in-1 Air Purifier, Fan and Heater from Philips. The HEPA filter will get rid of pesky allergens and viruses, and the fan then distributes the clean air back into the room with warm or cool air, depending on the season. Could your cubicle use a little hygienic improvement too? You can use it there too. Bonus: It doubles as a conversation piece with your colleagues. Price not available at press time.

6NEXT-LEVEL

COLLABORATION

Forget Zoom, Teams and Slack. Up your company’s virtual meetings with Owl Labs’ Meeting Owl 3 video platform. Just plug this fancy dude in to instantly connect a group of people in the office to the team members working remotely from home. It gives a 360-degree panoramic view of everyone in the conference room, and even focuses on whoever is speaking. It helps the WFH crew feel like they’re there IRL. Who would’ve thought? $999.

7ISN’T SHE LOVELY?

And she’ll get you from point A to point B in no time too. The British-based Pure Flux One Electric is stripped down in the best of ways; it’s a lightweight and durable electric bike that’s best for short jaunts around the neighborhood, weekend errands or your quick commute to work. This isn’t the bike you’ll want for city excursions or off-the-radar terrain, but it’s a great value and won’t take up too much space in your garage. $1,235.

DRESSING YOU FOR A DECADE

At Woodbury Mens Shop, making you look and feel your very best has been our mission—and passion—for 10 years and counting.

Wow! Ten years! What a journey it’s been!

Through hurricanes, a pandemic and retired associates, we here at Woodbury Mens Shop are still standing strong. None of this—from designing our store to curating the finest menswear collection—would have been possible without you, our loyal friends. Thank you for being a part of the journey. We look forward to the next decade of outfitting you in the best and most luxurious fashions in the world.

Look Closer.

Distinctive as His Name

On screen, on stage or on the red carpet, striking actor Benedict Cumberbatch makes a surefire impression.

You know that British star with the crazy name and the narrow, vaguely surprised-looking face? Well, have a heart. You’d look startled too if you were born a Cumberbatch and someone named you Benedict. His marquee-busting, six-syllable moniker has all the silken grace of an overloaded dump truck on a rustic country bridge—yet he wears it triumphantly. (He wears clothes pretty well too.) This versatile performer is an original, and one thing he needn’t fear is that we’ll get him mixed up with all the other Benedict Timothy Carlton Cumberbatches.

Cumberbatch has been called an unexpected sex symbol. But didn’t we all learn long ago that unexpectedness itself can be sexy? He’s not the only quirky male star who’s been dubbed “the thinking woman’s crumpet,” just the one whose bevy of female fans call themselves Cumberbabes—or, for the snarkier among them, Cumberbitches.

B.C.—Ben to his inner circle—was born and raised in London in what he’s called a “privileged” life. His parents were both actors and his grandfather a member of London’s high society, which means his family could afford the luxury of boarding school. Primary school, followed by drama courses at Victoria University of Manchester, is where Cumberbatch really delved into acting, leading to early roles on stage. By 2011 he was a bona fide thespian, having won the “triple crown” of London Theatre when he received the Olivier Award, the Evening Standard Award and the Critics’ Circle Theatre Award for his work playing—on alternating nights—both Dr. Frankenstein and his creature in a stage rendition of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein

The 46-year-old’s star power rose exponentially in the States after a breakout role in 2014’s The Imitation Game, where he played real-life mathematician Alan Turing, who led the effort that cracked the Nazis’ codes during World War II. From 2010 to 2017, he also portrayed Sherlock Holmes in the BBC series Sherlock, a role that snagged him an Emmy in 2014.

For red carpets, press interviews or a simple stroll around town, the dress code is irrelevant when Cumberbatch is on the guest list. He wears formal attire (or business casual, at the very least) almost everywhere, probably because he’s got sense—well-tailored suits are what best suit him. A lanky 6 feet tall, Cumberbatch has a collection of suits in dark, neutral colors like

navy, black and gray, tailored to perfection and flattering to no end. He gravitates toward traditional designers such as Tom Ford and Burberry. He often accessorizes suits and slim-fit chinos with skinny ties and narrow lapels, the occasional pocket square, as well as scarves, thick glasses and hats, regardless of the season. And as a true Brit, Cumberbatch loves a good outerwear moment, whether it’s with a trench, a leather jacket, a waxed cotton overcoat or a simple blazer.

When the occasion calls for a dressier ensemble, Cumberbatch pulls out all the stops. One of the most iconic looks he’s sported is the white suit he wore to the 2019 Met Gala. He accessorized his three-piece bespoke Labassa Woolfe fit with a Panama hat and a walking cane, for a total impression that encapsulates his style—and solidifies his spot as one of Hollywood’s best-dressed men. “I’ve been quite a late developer on the clothes front,” he once said, “but I’ve suddenly realized it is one of life’s joys.”

Other than being a father to his three sons with his wife, Sophie Hunter, Cumberbatch’s greatest joy is undeniably acting. He’s had a diverse body of work some actors could only dream of, playing spies, bad guys, historical figures and more. He’s starred in a slew of critically acclaimed films, such as Atonement, War Horse, The Hobbit, Star Trek into Darkness and, of course, The Avengers franchise, in which he plays Doctor Strange. He was also nominated for an Academy Award during the 2022 awards season for his role as a cowboy in The Power of the Dog, considered one of his best performances to date.

Like many actors of this caliber, Cumberbatch doesn’t care much about the accolades, be they about his clothes or about his talent. But he’s won an Emmy, a BAFTA (British Academy of Film and Television Arts) award and a few Critics’ Choice Awards for his diverse body of work, and has even earned the coveted three-letter suffix C.B.E., or Commander of the Order of the British Empire, which was awarded to him by the late Queen Elizabeth II herself. (Fellow Brit talents like Ed Sheeran and Eddie Redmayne have received this honor too.)

This guy’s authentic, and there’s power in that. With decades ahead to turn in more performances that convey sincerity, vulnerability and conviction, Cumberbatch seems destined for continuing sartorial greatness too. And we’ll be watching.

British actor Benedict Cumberbatch has earned accolades for his on-screen and stage performances—he’s won an Emmy, Critics’ Choice and Critics’ Circle Theatre awards, among others—but he truly turns heads with his striking good looks and classic fashion choices like waxed cotton overcoats and dark tailored suits.

BE A SPORT

At Woodbury Mens Shop, we assure our customers that every sportcoat we offer is among the finest garments in the world. That’s because our brands, such as Belvest, Ravazzolo and Trussini, source their materials from the best mills and rely on skilled craftspeople using time-honored tailoring techniques.

To be certain that you’re choosing the best, check these categories of sportcoat greatness before you button up your purchase:

• FABRIC:

Color and pattern are important, especially when you opt for made-to-measure, but the actual fabric is just as crucial. To ensure the best quality, the outer fabric of the jacket should be pure wool, which guarantees durability and breathability. Super 100s to Super 130s pure wool (a higher super count means finer and lighter fabric) are ideal. Bonus: When dry-cleaned, a fine sportcoat (as opposed to one made of synthetic material) won’t come back with press marks or a shiny appearance.

• HAND-SET COLLAR:

A well-balanced and properly fitting sportcoat always has a collar that’s been eased and set by hand. An easy way to check this is to flip over the collar: If you see a small part of the jacket fabric folded back over the collar felt, you’ve got yourself a quality garment. This “fold back” is seam allowance, and tailors typically do this by hand.

• SMOOTH LAPEL ROLL:

The lapel of a superior sportcoat always “rolls”—it should never appear as an ironed crease. A handstitched underside made of quality canvas such as horsehair will give the lapel a natural roll that holds up when the jacket is dry-cleaned or hanging in your closet.

• BUTTONS:

Buyer beware: Buttons made of plastic are an instant red flag—they rarely enhance style and are usually low-quality. A well-constructed sportcoat features hard, durable buttons made of horn, mother of pearl or even corozo, which comes from the nut of a South American ivory palm tree and was used for button making before plastic hit the scene. Front buttons should be sewn to allow fabric to drape in between the button and the garment when fastened.

• HAND-SEWN BUTTONHOLES:

These are the mark of quality craftsmanship. Sure, machine-made buttonholes get the job done, but they often appear rough and include imperfections (a hanging piece of thread after the fabric is cut, for instance). When they’re hand-sewn, buttonholes are smooth and sleek because the fabric is cut before assembly and measured to fit.

• SURGEON CUFFS:

Also known as working cuffs, these feature functioning buttons on a jacket sleeve. An off-the-rack, department-store garment will typically feature ornamental sleeve buttons and buttonholes—they’re there for show only. But surgeon cuffs are actually used to fasten the ends of the sleeve and are a hallmark of a high-quality sportcoat.

• LINING:

A large portion of a sportcoat is rarely seen: the lining. When present, jacket lining is used to give the garment support and to ensure quality and strength. Natural materials such as silk are the gold standard, as they are known for comfort, performance and practicality. These are clear-cut winners over linings made of synthetic fabrics like polyester and acetate, which are cheaper, less breathable and less resilient.

Your sportcoat may get by on flash if you’re just dashing through the room. But if you plan to linger, you’ll want quality.

FALL

REFRESHER

Give your wardrobe an extra boost with the hottest must-haves of the season— all available at Woodbury Mens Shop.

Sneakers by Gallo Di Bianco and Magnanni

Vests by Waterville

Suede gloves by Fefe

Casual pants by MAC

V-neck sweaters by Gran Sasso

Jeans by S.M.N.

Cashmere scarves by Piacenza

Exotic belts by Paolo Vitale and L.E.N.

Ties by Italo Ferretti, Paolo Albizzati and Silvio Fiorello

Pocket squares by Italo Ferretti

ESSENTIALS

SHOP

Bracelets by Robin Kahn

Socks by Marcoliani

Wallets by Ettinger and Magnanni

Stud sets by Jan Leslie

Bow ties by Italo Ferretti and Carrot & Gibbs

Shoes by Gallo Di Bianco and Magnanni

IT’S WHAT’S ON TOP

Long Island’s winter weather is unpredictable. But in this season’s cool coats, your sartorial outlook is guaranteed to be perfect.

Mother Nature can be unpredictable in the Northeast, especially on Long Island, so you’ll need all the appropriate outerwear pieces to stay warm, dry—and stylish. At Woodbury Mens Shop, guys will always find a garment (or two) to get them through all the months of the cold-weather season. No matter what your style, your body type, your personality, we have the perfect outerwear just for you.

We are excited to show you Waterville vests and Teleria overshirts, both of which can easily be worn over a sport shirt or

sweater when the nights feel a little brisk. Ravazzolo suede and leather coats give you that added warmth. For luxe styling, Etro, Fradi and Maurizio Baldassari will turn heads. When the weather is at its coldest, a Paul & Shark storm system cashmere coat is second to none.

Stop by Woodbury Mens Shop today and let us show you the outerwear that you need—because you don’t want to get caught in the next storm without a top-quality vest, jacket, coat or parka.

From left: Ravazzolo leather jacket, Ravazzolo suede coat, Etro leather jacket

A FAMILY-FRIENDLY FERRARI

The famed Italian automaker’s first SUV is a surefire hit for soccer moms and Sunday speed demons alike.

Ferrari once told the auto world that a sport utility vehicle did not belong in its lineup alongside uber-fast and super-stylish sports cars. That notion, however, turned out to be a misfire—one of very few that the Italian car maker has made in its storied 83-year history—as consumers quickly flocked to Lamborghini, Porsche and other competitors when they debuted SUVs. So Ferrari listened and for this fall has unveiled the Purosangue, a familyfriendly SUV that’s every bit worthy of the company’s prancing horse badge.

It’s a true four-seater with front and rear doors—unlike the brand’s GTC4Lusso, which had two doors and an extra row of seating—and is equipped with a naturally aspired V-12 engine similar to the one mounted in front of Ferrari’s iconic 812 GTS. That’s plenty of space and giddy-up to transport soccer players and their gear, haul groceries or cruise the open road—just as Enzo Ferrari envisioned decades ago when he founded his company. Estimated starting price: $350,000.

• A driver-focused interior layout includes a 16-inch digital display in the gauge cluster, a 9-inch touch-screen infotainment system with navigation and luxury comfort features such as leather and carbon-fiber trim.

• Safety comes first for family vehicles, and the Purosangue comes standard with features like auto emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control.

• Unlike competitors from Lamborghini and Porsche, which come with V-8 engines, Ferrari outfitted the Purosangue with a powerful V-12 under the hood (expect a new front mid-engine design). The Purosangue may score low on fuel economy (V-12s require more gas than smaller engines), but Ferrari engineers expect to produce a V-8 version as well as a hybrid electric in the future.

• The Purosangue comes with Ferrari’s all-wheel drive system, which the company introduced to its cars about 10 years ago.

• Though it probably can’t follow the most rugged SUVs up a mountain, the Purosangue is equipped with a height-adjustable adaptive suspension system. This gives it better stability on and off-road and a higher ground clearance than a typical Ferrari.

paper cuts

The colorful pieces created by artist Yulia Brodskaya combine intricate beauty with an element of surprise.

“I draw and paint with paper instead of on it.” That’s artist Yulia Brodskaya’s simple summary of the work she does, in which she manipulates paper of different cuts, colors, sizes and textures to create one-of-akind, three-dimensional pieces infused with life and emotion.

But the works this Russian-born UK resident creates are hardly simple; they’re intricate and detailed, executed with her own constantly evolving techniques that require precision, not to mention days’ (or sometimes weeks’) worth of hard work and attention. She’s one of the leading practitioners of the art of quilling (also known as paper filigree), which dates back to Renaissance France and Italy and 18th-century England and lately has enjoyed a burst of new popularity. But Brodskaya has made her own version of quilling something new and thrilling— paper creations of hers are now owned by the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the Country Music Association and Oprah Winfrey.

The 39-year-old was trained as a graphic designer, but for over a decade has been a highly regarded paper artist. “For these ‘drawn’ pieces, I follow a pencil line that I previously sketched on a background with bent or shaped segments of card or heavy paper, which I glue on top, thus creating a 3D interpretation of a line,” she explains. About eight years ago she mastered her “painting” technique; she says it “imitates brushstrokes with tightly packed strips of paper, achieved by combining different color strips in a method similar to mixing paints on a palette.” This approach has become Brodskaya’s specialty: She’s written a book on the topic called Painting With Paper: Painting on the Edge, and even launched her own mobile game, “Paper Mingle.”

On the following pages you’ll see samples of Brodskaya’s vast portfolio, from flower designs (which she finds therapeutic to create) to intense portraits that depict emotion as a traditional painting would, but with the added quality of a third dimension. Is this what they mean by looking good on paper?

The “Seeing” portrait is the largest and most complex one artist Yulia Brodskaya has ever worked on, and it’s one of her favorites. “I stumbled upon this amazing photo of a woman waiting for the rain to stop; there was something special in that woman’s eyes,” she says. “I tried my absolute best to convey that inner light in my paper interpretation.”

This page: Whenever the artist needs a respite from papering detailed and intricate human faces, she creates flower designs such as “Poppy.” “They help me to recharge and get ready for more intense projects such as portraits,” she says. Opposite: Brodskaya’s early portraits are of elderly people because she originally thought the edge-glued paper technique would only work for wrinkled, weathered skin. “LovesDoves” is inspired by an older gentleman feeding pigeons in Paris.

This page: Sometimes it’s the materials that guide the artist’s creation, and that is the case with “Peacock Blast.” Brodskaya made these textural circle elements using crimpled strips of cards. Opposite: “Girl With Peacock Earrings” was the first portrait Brodskaya completed that depicts a young face. Of her signature “painting” technique she says: “You see the 3D paper ‘brushstrokes’ laid in an impressionist manner.”

Wonders that never cease

While you’re on this planet, check out seven of Mother Nature’s most spectacular shows. By Darius Amos

We’re always fascinated by feats of human engineering, from skyscrapers to suspension bridges. But when it comes to making a stunning impression, our species’ creations still play second fiddle to the most dramatic scenes nature has to offer. Take Niagara Falls and the Grand Canyon, for instance. Seeing images of them on the printed page and the TV or computer screen a thousand times doesn’t prevent that gulp of awed surprise when you first actually glimpse them. Here, from around the world, are seven other sights you simply must experience:

AURORA BOREALIS, ICELAND.

On rare occasions, the awe-inspiring aurora borealis (aka Northern Lights) can be seen in the lower 48 by lucky northern Minnesotans, Michiganders, Wisconsinites and the like who are in the right place at the right time. But to catch a consistent glimpse of this now-my-life-is-complete sight, a trip to Iceland is in order. In the land of fire and ice, the aurora—caused when electrically charged particles from the sun collide with Earth’s magnetic field, typically near the North and South poles—is almost always visible during a dark and clear night. That’s because light pollution is minimal in Iceland, located on the southern edge of the Arctic Circle. Peak viewing season is September through March, when nights are longest. Just be sure to check lunar schedules if you’re planning a trip to Reykjavik or Hella (which has an aurora alert service and outdoor hot tubs), as a full moon, while beautiful, can light up the night and spoil your aurora borealis moment.

THE GREAT MIGRATION, KENYA AND TANZANIA.

There’s nothing ordinary about an African safari—for Westerners, catching a glimpse of lions, cheetahs, hyenas, rhinos and elephants in their natural habitat is always a thrill. But one event truly exceeds extraordinary: the migration of wildebeests from the Serengeti in Tanzania to the Masai Mara Reserve in Kenya. More than 1 million wildebeests—and an equal number of zebras and other animals—are guided by their primal instincts toward the greener pastures that follow the region’s rain patterns. Though the weekslong journey occurs several times a year, the most spectacular herds migrate from the northern edge of the Serengeti to Masai Mara in late summer. Their trek, best seen with experienced drivers and guides, goes over dusty game trails that create National Geographic-worthy images as well as two rivers, the Mara and the Talek. Camera-ready tourists stationed at the waterways are warned of the dangers posed by the wildebeest stampede as well as those that await the wildebeests themselves as they cross the crocodile-infested waters.

RIVER OF FIVE COLORS, COLOMBIA.

Somewhere over the rainbow, there’s a land that you may never have heard of: Colombia’s Serrania De La Macarena National Park. The isolated mountain range here is on the boundaries that separate three distinct ecosystems: the Andes, the Eastern Llanos and the Amazon rainforest. And between those environments is Cano Cristales, a river whose name translates to “crystal channel.” But this isn’t a typical crystal-clear body of water—visitors over the years have declared it “the most beautiful river in the world.” It earns that title and its “river of five colors” nickname thanks to the black, blue, green, red and yellow aquatic plants (not algae) that grow along the riverbed from the end of July through November. Conditions must also be right to see the show: Water must be high enough for the plants to thrive but not so high that you can’t see the riverbed. In addition, bright sunlight is needed to reflect the colors. Getting there isn’t a walk in the park either. Travelers will likely have to fly into central Colombia, charter a plane to La Macarena then hire a guide to take them to the park. Start packing, because this once-in-a-lifetime sight shouldn’t be missed.

YOSEMITE FIREFALL, UNITED STATES.

Once described by famed naturalist, conservationist and writer John Muir as the “grandest of all the special temples of nature,” California’s Yosemite National Park is home to its own list of wonders. The land serves as Earth’s bridge to the divine, highlighted by ancient sequoia trees that almost touch the heavens and granite cliffs like El Capitan and Half Dome that are so artfully carved they would make Michelangelo or Canova swoon. Visitors—the park gets around 4 million annually—also seek out Yosemite’s waterfalls, some of which are among the tallest in the country. Bridalveil Falls, located across El Capitan, is one of the most famous, but the smaller Horsetail Fall on the eastern edge of El Capitan may be the most special. It’s an ephemeral waterfall, usually flowing during winter months. And on certain evenings when conditions are perfect, the falling water will appear orange when it’s backlit by the sunset. The phenomenon is called Yosemite’s natural firefall, terminology that differentiates it from a former manmade tourist attraction where a bonfire was pushed off the edge of nearby Glacier Point.

BIOLUMINESCENT SHORES, THE MALDIVES.

The Republic of Maldives is a group of islands located in the Indian Ocean off the southwest coasts of India and Sri Lanka, and it’s a bucket-list destination for longtime jet-setters and those who dare to dream. And what’s not to love?

Though tourism is on the rise, the exotic islands are still relatively private and secluded, so you can enjoy paradise in peace. And paradise includes delicious cuisine, luxurious accommodations and breathtaking beaches. But a natural, underwater occurrence is perhaps the Maldives’ most famous attraction. The beaches of the 1,000+ islands, particularly Vaadhoo Island, are blanketed with microorganisms that can glow for up to one to two minutes at a time when they come in contact with the water’s surface. Scientifically speaking, the bioluminescent creatures contain a compound called luciferin, which, when exposed to oxygen, causes a chemical reaction that emits the bright blue glow. This aquatic light show is best viewed from June to October, when temperatures are warmer, and Vaadhoo is accessible by boat and ferry from Malé, the capital of the Maldives.

CHRISTMAS ISLAND CRAB MIGRATION, AUSTRALIA.

Isn’t it only natural that there be a surprise in a place named for Christmas? An Australian territory in the Indian Ocean, the island is an unassuming wonderland that features pristine, deserted beaches, blessed with rare birds and filled with cultural festivals and culinary delights. But despite all the activity and R&R that happen here, aquatic adventures and marine life always take center stage, especially after the first rainfall of the wet season (October through January) when the migration of the Christmas Island red crab begins. Though not as Earth-moving as the Great Migration, the sudden relocation of bright red crabs from the forest to the ocean is pretty epic. For as long as 18 days, streams of red crabs can be seen leaving the wooded areas, climbing down cliff faces and crawling around obstacles on their way to the coast to breed and release eggs into the ocean. The annual event draws so many tourists that the local government installed crab road crossings, tunnels and safety walls to ensure the crustaceans a safe passage to the sea.

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RAINBOW MOUNTAINS, CHINA.

Chinese media call the formations of Zhangye National Geopark one of the country’s most beautiful landforms, and for good reason: The landscape is as complex as the layers of the Grand Canyon, as mysterious as the four vortexes in Sedona, Arizona—and as mouthwatering as fresh-baked rainbow cookies. Like many national parks, Zhangye Danxia (as it’s known locally) is equipped with boardwalks and access roads to aid exploration of the natural towers, pillars and ravines, but most of the two to three million annual visitors go to see the colors and patterns. And unlike the aforementioned cookies, the Technicolor striations of the mountains are all natural: They’re the result of centuries of tectonic shifts, climate changes and the erosion of red sedimentary rock beds.

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season’s top picks from Woodbury Mens Shop.

Photography by Daniel Springston

This page: sportcoat and sport shirt by Etro, pocket square by Paolo Albizzati, trousers by PT, belt by Anderson’s, Nubuck loafers by Magnanni. Opposite page: suit by Ravazzolo, dress shirt by Stenströms, tie and pocket square by Italo Ferretti, shoes by Gallo diBianco.

This page: turtleneck sweater by Gallia, corduroys by Teleria Zed, belt by L.E.N., sneakers by Gallo Di Bianco. Opposite page: overshirt by Teleria Zed, sport shirt by Mirto, jeans by MAC, belt by L.E.N., sneakers by Gallo Di Bianco.

This page: sweater by Gran Sasso, sport shirt by Haupt, flannel trousers by PT, belt by L.E.N., sneakers by Gallo Di Bianco. Opposite page: sportcoat by Luciano Barbera, V-neck sweater by Gran Sasso, sport shirt by Stenströms, pocket square by Silvio Fiorelli, pants by MAC, crocodile belt by Paolo Vitale, shoes by Magnanni.

This page: cashmere jacket by Baldassari, flannel shirt by Stenströms, scarf by Paolo Albizzati, jeans by Teleria Zed, belt by W.Kleinberg, shoes by Martin Dingman. Opposite page: cashmere hoodie by Fedeli, flannel sport shirt by Taccaliti, jeans by S.M.N., sueded alligator belt by L.E.N., sneakers by Magnanni.

This page: overshirt by Baldassari, sport shirt by Luciano Barbera, corduroys by PT, Italian nubuck belt by L.E.N., sneakers by Gallo Di Bianco. Opposite page: sweater by Luciano Barbera, sport shirt by Stenströms, corduroys by Teleria Zed, caiman belt by L.E.N., sneakers by Magnanni.

All Aboard

Sleek, beautiful vessels are on display at luxury boat festivals around the world. Here are five of the top shows that both expert and novice seamen won’t want to miss.

Luxury afloat—that’s what you’ll find at some of the planet’s most distinguished yacht shows. Check out, for example, the following:

Monaco Yacht Show, Sept. 28–Oct. 1, 2022.

This boat show in Monte Carlo, now in its 31st year, is perfect if you’re looking not only to charter a boat, but perhaps to purchase one as well. The theme of Monaco’s 2022 Yacht Show is “seducation,” which combines education with seduction to entice a new generation of potential yacht owners. More than 600 exhibitors will descend onto Port Hercules, where visitors can examine premium fleets from hundreds of luxury brands. Don’t forget to stop by the “adventure area” too to check out tender boats, high-tech gadgets and interesting activities meant to be enjoyed aboard. More information and tickets: monacoyachtshow.com

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, Oct. 26–30, 2022.

The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) is the world’s largest in-water boat show, as it attraacts everyone in the yacht industry as well as recreational boaters. FLIBS—which launched in 1959—spans 90 acres of exhibition space with free water and ground transportation to and from each location, all but guaranteeing well spent and well planned weekend in South Florida. Expect to see upwards of 1,000 boats from just as many brands, as well as educational seminars and activations to break up your time on the water. More information and tickets: flibs.com

Valencia Boat Show, Oct. 28–Nov. 1, 2022.

Held at Europe’s largest public marina, the Valencia Boat Show at La Marina de Valencia, Spain, has something for every level of boating experience. The 14-year-old show has three separate “zones”—Discover Yachting, Yachting Life and Passion for Yachting—that are essentially tiered from beginner to advanced. All three groups can also visit the various exhibition areas, such as one designated for sustainability, one for water sports and another specific to catamarans. More information and tickets: valenciaboat.com

Dubai International Boat Show, March 1–5, 2023.

Start spring (or end winter) in United Arab Emirates’ Dubai Harbor, where luxury in the form of the five-day Dubai International Boat Show awaits. Besides viewing more than 500 glamorous yachts and superyachts at both the dock and a dedicated on-land area, lucky ticket holders will also catch a glimpse of the newest innovations in diving, as well as state-of-the-art water accessories. This 30th annual event is also an interactive program, featuring a dive pool, dive talks and a kids’ area at which the younger set can kayak, paddleboard and more. More information and tickets: boatshowdubai.com

Singapore Yacht Show, Oct. 11-15, 2023.

This one-stop-shop for boaters and yachters in Asia was one of the leading shows when it started in 2011—and it’s still equal parts exclusive and social, fancy and fun. The show takes place at the ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove, where ticketholders can be wowed by the exhibits featuring glamorous yachts, boating brands and high-tech yachting accoutrements. An array of interactive experiences, as well as demonstrations and galas, are also on tap. More information and tickets: singaporeyachtshow.com

wine on a whim

We easily brew an individual cup of morning coffee these days. Why not be equally spontaneous with a glass of wine in the evening? That’s the idea behind the Plum, a wine dispenser that’s an oenophile’s dream—its makers say it will “automatically preserve, chill and serve any bottle, by the glass.” That old custom of opening a cherished bottle just to enjoy one glass, then letting the rest deteriorate? Why, they think that’s just Plum crazy.

Launched in 2017 by tech expert and CEO David Koretz, the Plum holds two standard 750-milliliter bottles of wine in separate cooling chambers so that you can enjoy, say, either a Chardonnay or a Merlot on a given moment’s impulse. Using artificial-intelligence technology that’s beyond our comprehension, the Plum determines which varietal it’s holding (and the region it hails from), chills each one to its recommended temperature and automatically dispenses the perfect pour each time with a button-push. A 7-inch touch screen displays the labels and specific details about the wine. Why bother Googling such minutiae when you can have it at your literal fingertips?

The Plum’s special double-cored needle automatically pierces corks or

even screw caps. And after the bottle is opened, the needle injects preservative argon gas as it extracts liquid, so that the wine stays fresh. Thus the Plum’s AI technology also preserves wine for up to three months, letting you drink by the glass—just as you would in a restaurant—without feeling pressured to consume a whole bottle in a day or two. (Though, Scout’s honor, this thing won’t judge you if you do.)

The latest iteration of the device is what the brand calls Plum Integrated, a plug-and-play variant that can be installed directly in a 24-inch-wide cabinet in your kitchen or bar and will lie flush against it. Its sleek design is not as obtrusive as would be, say, a bread maker or an air fryer plopped on the kitchen island, and you can choose from black or stainless steel to match the aesthetic of your space. Plum and Plum Integrated retail for $2,499 and $3,499, respectively. Many local hardware stores carry them, as do luxury home goods chains such as Williams-Sonoma. And as for that price tag, some will find it well worth it for a product that Plums the depths of convenience—while scaling the heights of techie class.

It’s like a cooler, but cooler.

When a hard day’s done, let this dispenser pour your optimally chilled glass. After all, as an oenophile, it’s smarter than you are.

By Haley Longman

A Flying Cadillac?

The personal travel drone from America’s biggest automaker isn’t yet being mass-produced, but already it has a name to live up to.

General Motors has kept Cadillac’s penchant for luxury and given it wings. The epitome of sleek, this single-passenger drone is completely autonomous, with helicopter-like landing prowess. The ultra-lightweight design in stealth black features four sets of rotors at varying heights and a cabin with at least one bucket seat—since you can’t start or finish spelling “Cadillac” without that “c” for comfort. GM’s first venture into aeromobility, this baby is streamlined and futuristic to the max, with bonus panoramic views.

Imagine the commute it could enable, free of traffic jams and without a single red light. Parking hassles? Pshaw! The drone would navigate the city from rooftop to rooftop with the powers of vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL). Gas misery would also be a quaint memory, as the drone is all-electric, with a GM Ultium battery system and 90-kilowatt hour motor. Air-toground and air-to-air communication would mean you’re never out of touch.

But before you rush to the showroom, know this: GM’s Cadillac drone isn’t yet available for purchase. The company whetted America’s appetite by revealing the concept at the 2021 virtual Consumer Electronics Show as part of a keynote

By Donna Rolando

presentation by CEO Mary Barra. But while it’s only a vision today, it shows what Cadillac’s maker has on its mind.

Of course, GM isn’t alone in exploring the aerial taxi idea. Others like Aston Martin and Hyundai are also looking to the sky and the urban air mobility sector, which Morgan Stanley says could be a $15 trillion market by 2040.

“We are preparing for a world where advances in electric and autonomous technology make personal air travel possible,” says Michael Simcoe, GM’s global design chief, in the online publication TechCrunch . “It is a concept design for the moment when time is of the essence and convenience is everything.”

The Federal Aviation Administration says limited air taxi services may be feasible by 2023. So why not Cadillac? The name evokes adventure and luxury. The French explorer

Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac established in 1701 the settlement that became Detroit. And the car brand Cadillac is known for innovation, starting with the interchangeable parts that led to the mass production of automobiles.

It isn’t time to buy a Cadillac drone just yet. But keep your eyes on the sky.

Sporting a sleek, futuristic design, this Cadillac drone would enable rapid treks through the city—even at rush hour.

THE SECRET SWITZERLAND

I have been skiing in Switzerland for decades, visiting classic resorts like Zermatt, which is dominated by the imposing presence of the Matterhorn and welcomes an international mix of skiers and riders. I’ve skied the glittering slopes around Gstaad, which attracts some of the most moneyed skiers in the world. It’s outflanked only by St. Moritz, which is even flashier and wealthier, a place where Dolce & Gabbana and Prada are paraded après ski. I’ve also spent time in smaller, homier resorts like Villars, Leysin and Les Diablerets, which are French-accented and charming and have a loyal British clientele who love the fact that these slopes are only an hour from Geneva’s airport.

Yet I had never discovered one of the sweetest spots of Swiss skiing until I chanced upon the resorts in the Val d’Anniviers, a place where alpine powder meets oldfashioned Swiss villages. A Swiss friend suggested these slopes, which have plenty of challenges but a delightful lack of the kind of international Bogner-wearing ski crowd one finds at a typical well-heeled resort.

Val d’Anniviers is an isolated, 15-mile-long valley encircled by 4,000-meter peaks and accessed by vertigoinducing roads. There are six resorts here—Grimentz-St Jean and Zinal are the largest, and then there’s St-Luc Chandolin, Vercorin and Vissoie—and I’ll wager you’ve never heard of any of them before.

I think of this as the secret Switzerland, the ski areas that the Swiss take their families to, the resorts that friends in Geneva and Zurich head to when they want deep powder and no crowds, seeking prices for lodging and dining that are a far cry from nearby and far tonier Swiss resorts like Verbier, Crans-Montana and that all-time classic, Zermatt. It so happens that all of those resorts are also here in the Valais, the canton where the Val d’Anniviers is found, but the latter is a different beast altogether.

Grimentz sits at about 5,200 feet in Val d’Anniviers, which is an offshoot of the Rhône Valley. It’s overlooked by the jagged peaks of the mountain known as the Becs de Bosson. This French-speaking part of the Valais lies south of Sierre, and while there are groomed runs, it’s especially noteworthy for its backcountry skiing.

Lift lines are rare, and after dark the villages are pretty

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quiet. Grimentz and its siblings are not for the nonstop party crowd. They exist for those who really want to ski and enjoy old-fashioned Swiss mountain hospitality. Those in the know come for the powder, which is legendary and can remain for several days, unlike at larger resorts, where it is summarily skied off within a few hours. Remarkably, these areas are just two hours by car from Geneva. That’s easy enough now that all COVID entry requirements have been lifted for Switzerland.

Grimentz has the look and feel of a traditional Swiss mountain farming town, and that’s a huge part of its charm. There are mountain huts called mazots that were historically used to store grain. Built of larch wood, they are blackened by centuries of sunshine and date back as far as the 12th century in some cases. There are also venerable chalets and newer chalets mixed in, the latter constructed according to strict guidelines to blend in.

This is the sublime side of Swiss skiing. You come to Grimentz if you’re an expert skier or rider because so much of the off-piste terrain can be accessed by the lifts. There is a good variety of such terrain, from tree skiing lower down to a true bowl. Yet if you’re traveling with skiers of lesser ability, there are beginner and intermediate runs that are accessible from the Bendolla ski area, a major advantage when you want to meet up at the end of a few laps. The Bendolla gondola, from the base area to the main resort area, offers access to tree runs, a godsend on those flat light days. There’s a total of 115 kilometers of pistes in Grimentz, connected by 21 lifts. The views of the Rhône Valley are a delightful bonus. Grimentz was connected to Zinal by the Sorebois cable car in 2013. That gave skiers an easy way to access about 43 kilometers of challenging red runs in Zinal, as well as a selection of blue and black runs. It also provided access to some of the best backcountry terrain in Switzerland. On the return back to Grimentz, I skied the Chamois run, a favorite of experts, where you can test your mettle on 1,326 meters of vertical that can humble all but the best skiers. Let’s just say I was humbled. Equally compelling was an off-piste run to Vercorin. Zinal is known for its venerable chalets and vintage mazots. It has a few hotels and auberges, but the village

has also witnessed newer high-rise buildings and a spate of chalet-condos. The pick of the accommodations here is the Swisspeak Resort Zinal. Comprising six minimalist wooden buildings, it has apartments of varying sizes, all done in a modern Swiss chalet style.

In Chandolin, a good bet for a hotel with a wellness center is the Chandolin Boutique Hotel, considered one of the country’s best mountain hostelries. I had a memorable massage here following a day of leg-pounding runs down the slopes. Aesthetically, it helps that the village is long on charm and tranquility—it’s one of the highest inhabited places in the Alps.

The smaller hamlets have their delights as well. My favorite hotel in the region is in St-Luc, the Bella Tola, which was built in 1859 on the foundation of a Roman villa. This stuccoed mountain hotel has painted ceilings, wooden paneling, antiques and historic rooms that have been gracefully modernized, a remnant of the grand hotels that once could be found throughout Switzerland.

You don’t come to Val d’Anniviers for cutting-edge chefs and menus. The fare adheres to the tried and true mountain food that has kept Swiss skiers happily sated for more than a century. In Grimentz, the Becs de Bosson restaurant offers traditional alpine cuisine— think fondue, raclette, gnocchi and roast pork and veal dishes—while Chez Florioz is where to try Bündnerfleisch (air-dried beef), an extensive Swiss wine selection and even Alsatian-style tartes flambees.

If you’re looking for further challenges in the snow, Grimentz is one of the few resorts in the world that offers guided snowshoe hikes into the ice caves of a glacier, in this case the Zinal glacier. This five-hour walk with mountain guides is a memorable excursion, though you may prefer less rigorous Swiss activities such as good old-fashioned tobogganing.

What you won’t find are packs of Euro glitterati here for partying and aggressive Instagramming, dancing on tables après ski or a competition among Michelinstarred restaurants offering tony fare at astronomical prices. If you’re in search of those elements, head to Zermatt, Crans-Montana or Verbier. If you come to Val d’Anniviers, it’s because you’re seeking the essence of the Swiss ski experience.

Swiss skiers in the know consider Val d’Anniviers the place to go—not for chic ski crowds, but for skiing.

Taste if you dare

Eight of the world’s must-try delicacies will take you out of your comfort zone—and into a new culinary adventure. By Darius Amos

To truly experience a different culture is to eat like the locals, and that can involve a larger leap than, say, a New Yorker braving a Chicago deep-dish pizza. Sometimes the cherished treats of another land sound to us—let’s face it—gross. Rotting shark in Greenland, fertilized duck embryo in the Philippines—just the thought of these tastes and textures may make us uncomfortable, but in their home countries they’re favorites. On these pages are a kind of United Nations of acquired tastes, eight dishes from around the world (some more daring than others) that cosmopolitan folk ought not to denounce without trying. Anthony Bourdain would be proud.

ESCARGOT, FRANCE.

The briny taste of scallops is difficult for many diners to pass up, and most will happily pull mussels from their shell and slurp oysters topped with a little horseradish or cocktail sauce for a delicious appetizer. But what is it about a snail, another shell-toting-animal-slash-French delicacy, that makes some people squirm? The three main species of snails—the garden snail, the land snail and the Burgundy snail—are part of the mollusca phylum, like scallops and oysters. In preparation, snails are often removed from their shells, dried, cooked in a broth, then placed back into their shells and slathered in something tasty (garlic butter, for instance). So why are people turned off? Molluscophobia, the fear of small and slimy creatures, drives some of the disdain, as does the at first unfamiliar texture. But if you can remember that escargot is meaty like a clam or shrimp and takes on the flavor of the broth or sauce in which it’s cooked, you won’t have a problem eating one.

ANGULA, SPAIN.

When dressed with chili peppers, herbs and olive oil, a serving of angulas may look like your favorite pasta or noodle dish. Oh, how looks can be deceiving! Angulas are baby Atlantic eels, and they’re among the most popular seafood delicacies in Spain. They’re much unlike unagi, the eel roll you may have had the courage to try at your local sushi restaurant—that version is a small sliver of fresh-water eel wrapped with avocado and rice and smothered in a sweetened soy sauce. When you eat angulas, you’re stuffing forkfuls of 3-inch-long, worm-like fish into your mouth. Think of it like eating spaghetti, except that each spaghetti strand doesn’t have a pair of little black eyes staring back at you. True, angulas don’t have much flavor on their own. So what makes them worthy of a bucket list? They’re scarce, for one thing. As overfishing once decimated the sardine industry, it has had the same impact on angulas, driving up the price of the baby eels. Angulas can be canned and jarred and packed in salt and oil, and they can cost as much as $500 a pound (beware of imitation angula). Toss angulas with spicy olive oil and chilis and serve with bread—and get past the idea that you’re eating crunchy eels—to determine if they’re worth the price.

BLOOD SAUSAGE, ENGLAND.

Many carnivores love a medium-rare steak, meat the perfect shade of pink in the middle with juices and runoff a mix of red and brown. We desire trace evidence of blood when we cut into a filet mignon or ribeye, but what about skipping the meat altogether? Unlike sausage, which is made of ground meat and seasonings, blood sausage boasts a main ingredient that’s, well, blood. In most cases, it’s the blood of pig or sheep that’s been cooked, mixed with fillers and stuffed inside a natural casing (read: animal intestines) until the liquid is thick enough to harden when it dries. Fillers include fat, bread, barley, rice and buckwheat. It’s more commonly known as blood pudding in the United Kingdom and Ireland and is part of a traditional breakfast. It can be eaten cold, grilled, fried or boiled and, as part of an English breakfast, is served sliced with traditional sausage, bacon, baked beans, tomatoes, mushrooms and toast. If you’re thinking of trying blood sausage for the first time, prepare yourself for a slightly savory, slightly sweet meat with a metallic aftertaste. And despite its name, it doesn’t seem “bloody”—it has a creamy texture and gets crispy when browned in fat.

HAGGIS, SCOTLAND.

If eating blood sausage isn’t for the faint of heart, consuming an actual heart (of a sheep) is probably out of the question. But those who dare try haggis are doing just that—this national dish of Scotland is made of mutton offal, organ meats such as heart, lungs and liver, as well as onion, oatmeal, spices and stock. The ingredients are mixed into a grayish pudding that’s crammed into a round natural sausage casing. When it’s time to eat, haggis can be boiled or steamed, then served as an open crumble of meat with a side of potatoes and rutabaga. When fried, haggis can be sliced and eaten as part of a filling breakfast. You’re not wrong to think that it’s similar to blood sausage, but the main difference is that haggis actually tastes like meat. Extra spices, pepper and fat give it more flavor and help cut down on any metallic aftertaste. In fact, a recent poll conducted by The National, a Scottish daily newspaper, revealed that haggis is the most hated food in the U.K. despite most respondents’ never having tried it. Our logical tip: If you want to keep hating it, don’t try it.

BASASHI, JAPAN.

The idea of eating raw fish once perplexed Americans, but that’s so 1970s. These days you may even have a weekly sushi night with family and friends when you order your favorite pieces of sashimi. Ah, but Japanese cuisine is more than fresh tuna and salmon—and it goes beyond steak tartare as well. In select kitchens on the island of Kyushu, you’ll find basashi, the name given to raw horse meat. This red meat is common in many cultures around the world and is revered for its minerals and sweetness. And in Japan, you can get it as fresh as can be. Good horse sashimi is thinly sliced and usually divided into three categories: lean, fatty and something in between. You’ll pay a premium price for the fatty stuff, just like tuna. It looks like the fish too, so it comes as no surprise that one eats basashi the same way: dipped in soy sauce with a side of—you guessed it—horseradish. It’s usually served near frozen because the cold temperature keeps certain bacteria at bay and fosters a taste similar to venison.

BEONDEGI, SOUTH KOREA.

On the streets of Seoul, people enjoy cups of beondegi, which look like large coffee beans and, when cooking, sound like steaming veggies. Alas, this snack food served in paper cups and eaten with a toothpick is silkworm pupae that’s been boiled or steamed. Market vendors cook them in large pots over an open flame and toss on salt and spices to add flavor to the chewy outer shell as well as the soft and juicy insides. (Careful, the hot juices can squirt!) Prefer your insects sweet? Beondegi is available in candied versions too. Bugs are known to be low fat and high in protein, but we admit that for Westerners, the idea may take some getting used to.

SALO, UKRAINE.

We have a love-hate relationship with fat. Food tastes better when we cook with it, but eating a lot of it (some kinds, anyway) doesn’t do our bodies good in the long run. So going out of your way to chow down on salo—slabs of salted pig fat—may seem a questionable move. But Ukraine’s national fatty food is having its moment thanks to a worldwide foodie craze for all things lard. And salo is in the middle of it—Ukraine even holds two annual festivals dedicated to these thick chunks. It’s made when the pork rind is cured with salt then chilled in a refrigerator or frozen for months. When you have a hankering, snack on a few frozen pieces or spread some like butter on bread with garlic, onion and pickles. Chase it with a shot of vodka to indulge like a Ukrainian. Some restaurants in Kiev, Ukraine’s capital, even smother salo with chocolate and caramel and serve it as a dessert.

Those concerned about calories should limit the amount of salo they consume, but need not avoid it completely. Moderation is key, especially for this 770-calorie-per-serving (3.5 oz.) treat.

It’s nice to have a different reason to ponder Ukraine—even a fattening one.

CHICKEN FEET, CHINA.

From legs and wings to breasts and livers, nearly every part of a chicken is edible—even its feet. The issue, at least in America, is that chicken feet aren’t as palatable as the animal’s meatier parts sold in supermarkets and as entrées at restaurants. Though chicken feet and chicken paws (the foot without a portion of the leg) can be found at select markets and eateries in the States, they’re quite commonly sold across Europe and Asia—in China, for instance. In fact, chicken feet are a classic Cantonese delicacy often cooked with a fermented black bean sauce that is utterly delicious. The gelatinous texture, however, is something that takes getting used to, particularly if you’re accustomed to eating the bird’s white or dark meat. Those wanting to get all the benefits, such as the abundance of skin-healthy collagen, without eating a chicken foot may cook down the soft bones, cartilage, tendons and skin to make rich stock and bone broths.

Cognac’s comeback

When the lockdown of 2020 sent cocktail bars and restaurants reeling, few knew how the industry would recover when “normal” times returned—if they ever did. But if one thing history has taught us, count on the classics—and cognac the most timeless of the world’s

This smooth, subtly fruity brandy, after a wine-growing region in France famously distilled twice, has long nected with the good life. It’s often in pop culture as the preferred sip haired business execs—and of the stars in the hip-hop world. But now dust of the pandemic has mostly pecially in the U.S., new generations sure seekers are emerging, and cognac been the drink of choice for their lifestyle. While some of its appeal from at-home bars, where folks ing during the global health crisis sipped cognac straight or shook sidecar, much of the spirit’s recent has been triggered by the interest mixologists. For instance, Sazerac, New Orleans beverage company and operates several hundreds of vineyards in France, is expanding U.S. markets such as New York fornia to make cognac more readily able—and share its signature cocktail. recipe at right.) And then there like the Cognac Connection Challenge, Cognac Bureau’s bartending competition aimed at encouraging mixologists to ponder all things cognac.

Ready to get reacquainted with this dandy brandy? Visit your favorite cocktail bar and demand it—or flex your own bartending muscles and craft one of the drinks that follow.

Cognac Old Fashioned

n 2 oz. Aqua Ignis Cognac n ½ oz. white crème de cacao

n 3 drops bitters n orange peel for garnish

Combine ingredients in mixing glass with ice. Stir for 20 seconds. Strain over ice in a rocks glass. Garnish with orange peel.

Cognac French Connection

n 4 oz. cognac n 2 oz. amaretto n lemon peel for garnish

Combine the cognac and amaretto in a glass and mix to combine. Pour over ice in a rocks glass. Twist the lemon peel to extract some of the oils over the drink, drop it in and stir again.

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Cognac French 75

n 1 cup ice

n 1¼ oz. VSOP cognac

n ¼ oz. lemon juice

n ¼ oz. simple syrup

n 2 drops bitters

n 2 oz. sparkling wine

n lemon peel for garnish

In a cocktail shaker add the ice, cognac, lemon juice, bitters and simple syrup. Secure the lid and shake vigorously until the outside of the shaker is frosty and cold. Strain the cocktail into a coupe glass and finish with the sparkling wine and lemon peel.

Cognac Sazerac

n absinthe, to rinse

n 2 oz. cognac

n ½ oz. simple syrup

n 3 dashes Peychaud’s bitters

n lemon peel for garnish

Rinse a chilled Old Fashioned glass with the absinthe, fill with crushed ice and set aside. Add the cognac, simple syrup and bitters into a mixing glass with ice and stir until well-chilled. Discard the ice and any excess absinthe from the prepared glass, and strain the drink into the glass. Express the lemon peel oils over the top of the drink, and garnish with the peel.

Manhattan

n 3 dashes Angostura bitters

n 2 oz. brandy or cognac

n 1 oz. Vermouth, sweet red

n cherry for garnish

Combine ingredients in mixing glass with ice. Stir for 20 seconds. Strain over ice in a rocks glass. Garnish with cherry.

Feel the Heat

As a sweat-promoting sauna, infrared is moderate—but as a trend it’s hot.

Sometimes you don’t even need to be upright to work up a sweat. Take, for example, an infrared sauna treatment, which can mimic some of the benefits of a much more exhausting cardio workout. It’s something healthy you can actually take lying down.

Unlike the conventional sauna you may hop into after a swim or a workout, an infrared sauna heats up your body, not the room around you. The infrared light, which we can’t see but which feels hot to the touch, filters through the skin and muscle cells, releasing toxins in your body via sweat. An infrared sauna has the benefits of natural sunlight without harsh ultraviolet rays that damage your skin.

Infrared sauna is a relatively new phenomenon in wellness, though it’s been used for decades in the medical world to treat autoimmune disorders. “No harmful effects have been reported,” says the Mayo Clinic, adding that some studies have shown benefits in the treatment of long-lasting health problems, but that more research is needed. A treatment won’t turn you into an A-lister like Lady Gaga, Zac Efron or Gwyneth Paltrow, but hey—for what it’s worth, you’ll be keeping these celebs company. “It’s a real gift to myself,” Paltrow says of the treatment.

Much as a moderately intense workout does, ample time in the infrared sauna creates a physiological response in the body. The heat can bump up your heart rate as well as widen blood vessels, which in turn can lead to increased blood flow and lower blood pressure. This cardiac output helps burn calories too, potentially assisting in weight loss; a 30-minute session can burn up to 300 calories. Infrared rays also penetrate joints, tissue and muscles, possibly relieving pain and even speeding up recovery time after an injury. It also has the effects of an anti-aging facial; heat opens your pores to remove dirt and also stimulates collagen production, which can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Because its temps are slightly lower, at 100 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit, than the 160-ish of traditional sau-

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nas, you’ll leave feeling glowy and flushed, not musty and schvitzing. Thus for people who have difficulty handling high heat—or simply prefer to avoid it—infrared sauna may be a better option. (Always check with your doctor, though, just in case.)

Increasingly, the secret is out—infrared spas are cropping up all over the country. The Red Effect franchise has locations in the Midwest and California; Chill Space NYC has various infrared sauna rooms and packages to fit your preference; or try the “Sauna Valley” at Spa Castle in Dallas, which boasts 10 luxurious sauna rooms, including the Far Infrared Sauna room and the Infrared Zone with lounge chairs.

Experts recommend three to four sessions a week for optimal results. Pricing varies based on where you live, but expect to pay about $70 per session on the higher end. You can make the infrared sauna the main event, or have it be the intro or windup to your workout routine—taking a dip before exercise will help your muscles warm up more quickly; doing so afterward can help alleviate muscle tightness and help prevent inflammation and pain.

Alternatively, or to supplement your sessions, you can build your own infrared sauna at home or purchase an infrared sauna blanket online (like the ones from HigherDOSE or HEALIX) for $400 to $500. A blanket allows you to cocoon yourself in a sleeping bag-like contraption; you literally won’t have to leave your comfy spot on the couch to reap the benefits.

Each infrared sauna session promotes relaxation too, so don’t be surprised if you fall asleep while you’re in there. And speaking of sleep, improved slumber is one of the benefits claimed for the treatments. Sweet dreams!

It’s Always Time To Look Sharp

Tend your face and facial hair with care, whatever decade you’re in. Here are some age-savvy tips.

YOUR 20s.

You know that youthful glow you’ve got now? Sorry, bro, but it won’t last forever. Still, starting a good skin routine when you’re young will help you look your best in the long run. Three habits to get into ASAP: wash, scrub and moisturize, in that order. Wash morning and night with a dime-sized amount of cleanser formulated for your skin type (a pro can help you figure out if you’re dry, oily or whatever). Scrubbing will give you a cleaner, smoother shave and help prevent razor bumps, but don’t do so more than three times a week to avoid irritation. Finish up by applying daily a dime-sized amount of men’s moisturizer, which locks in hydration. As for facial hair, start with a pre-shave oil if your skin is acne-prone or sensitive. Shave with the grain of your beard (never against it), and end your shave sesh with a good aftershave containing witch hazel, an astringent that can help heal minor nicks as well as close up your pores.

YOUR 30s.

This decade is all about maintaining the good hygiene habits you started as a 20-something. Keep the wash/scrub/moisturize routine going. And now consider adding a few products to your routine, including a serum to help fight signs of aging and/or an eye gel or roller to help you look well-rested despite a long night at the office (or wherever). Pro tip: Caffeine is great in coffee, sure, but it also does wonders in skincare products thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties. If your hair is thinning, swap your cleansing shampoo for a volumizing one, then work in a thickening spray or gel after towel-drying. Finally, your skin gets more sensitive and taut as you get older, so be gentler when you shave and lather up a gel or foam to prevent irritation.

YOUR 40s.

By the time the big 4-0 rolls around, you don’t need to be cleansing or moisturizing twice a day—your skin is thinner, dryer and more sensitive, so once each night before bed will suffice. (Don’t forget the weekly exfoliation too.) You should, however, invest in a serum or moisturizer containing hyaluronic acid, which hydrates skin and makes it more youthful-looking. Expect to make more regular trips to your barber at this age; he or she can help you cover (or disguise) grays and thinning hair, and may recommend a thickening shampoo or conditioner that works for your texture. If your skin seems extra-sensitive after a shave nowadays, consider switching to a good-quality, single- or two-blade razor, and be extra-careful around the extra-sensitive neck region.

YOUR 50s.

You’ve had a good thing going— don’t let up! Continue with your daily cleansing and moisturizing regimen, and also add an eye cream to the mix. Just dab a pea-sized amount on your finger and apply under and around your eyes before you hit the hay to minimize dark circles and puffiness. Still have some hair on your head? Lucky you! As for its hue, embrace it—but bring out its best. A “silvering shampoo” will help your color look the good kind of gray, not brassy and blondish.

YOUR 60s+.

In this era it’s OK to simplify things, in life in general and in your skincare routine. You don’t need any fancy products—a facial soap and moisturizer are sufficient for keeping your mature skin in tip-top shape. Look for products with ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin and aloe, and steer clear of those targeted toward dudes with oily skin (ah, the good ol’ days). You’ll also want to keep those brow, nose and ear hairs from running rampant. Invest in a good set of men’s tweezers (instead of stealing your wife’s) to clean up your brows (and unibrow) after a shower; steam will open up the pores and make hairs easier to pluck. For those pesky nose and ear hairs, resist plucking or snipping by adding an electric facial hair trimmer to your arsenal. Check yourself in a magnifying mirror, and trim away.

It’s a fact that optimal grooming habits change as we move through life’s phases. But clean is clean, and smart is smart. Treat yourself right, and you’ll end up with the kind of sophisticated look one can’t fake. Below, some decade-by-decade ideas.

RENEWED FOR THE SEASON

It’s time for a wardrobe refresh, but where do you begin? Woodbury Mens Shop’s style experts reveal the looks and pieces that excite them most this fall. Read what they have to say, then visit the store and chat with them in person. They have tons of experience and are ready to make your day of shopping a memorable one!

JIM FOLEY

My favorite for this fall is the luxurious texture of fine cashmere. Cashmere blurs the boundary between dressing up and dressing down. Fashion sneakers add a final touch for a cool, comfortable feel.

AMIR MORADI

Fun colors, thick pin stripes, geometrics and abstract patterns are back! In a casual world, I think the Stenströms designers are leading the men’s fashion world again. Their new collections are absolutely gorgeous.

MARC FENSTER

The outlook for this fall is casual but luxurious fashion.

Try a cashmere sweater or hoodie from Fedeli with a soft structured jacket from Ravazzolo or Luciano Barbera. You can go out for dinner or walk around— you’re never overdressed. Dress with style, and you’ll feel the difference.

RICH O’BOYLE

This season I’m excited about our outerwear collections. We have styles for every month of the season. Waterville vests and Teleria overshirts are easy to throw on over a sport shirt or sweater when the nights start getting cooler. Ravazzolo suede and leather coats give you that added warmth. For luxe styling, Etro, Fradi and Maurizio Baldassari will turn heads. When the weather is at its coldest, a Paul & Shark storm system cashmere coat is second to none.

HILARY EARLY

We’ve been seeing many affairs this season sticking to the black-tie or formal dress code. There’s nothing better than dressing to the nines for your next formal event in a handmade Ravazzolo tuxedo or a fun velvet Etro dinner jacket.

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