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M AGNUM OPUS Five artistic masterpieces from around the world, found in local galleries. By Caramie Schnell 17
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ESCAPE W HILE YOU WA IT When you’re between engagements, check out these peaceful places to stop and relax. By Rosanna Turner 38
SHOPPING BLOCK Gore Creek Drive is packed with shopping finds. By Wren Wertin 20 WAR M & FUZZY Winter fashions that keep out the cold. By Rosanna Turner 22
FANCY FACES Vail celebrates the visual and culinary arts. 40
CHERRY PICK ING THE PERFECT MEA L A progressive dinner of sorts, culled from some of the best restaurants in the valley. By Wren Wertin 26
PART Y PLACES Mark and Kate Dean share their alpine wedding. By Shauna Farnell 44 20
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GORSUCH: 50 AND MORE TH AN GOLDEN David and Renie Gorsuch created an empire when they began selling hats 50 years ago. By Shauna Farnell 31
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COZY UP W ITH ROOM SERV ICE This unit in the Four Seasons includes housekeepers, a concierge staff and 24-hour room service. By John LaConte 35
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CA LENDAR Must see. Must hear. Must go. Must do. 53