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THE NATURAL Her career keeps rising for a reason. From writing cookbooks to advocating for elephants, Katie Lee is proof that you can do it all as long as you remain grounded.
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Hollywood interior designer Estee Stanley, who also doubles as a celebrity stylist, shakes up your house rut with an easy vision and do-it-yourself tips.
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KATIE LEE SHOT BY M&V IN NYC WEARING BILL BLASS TOP; ELIZABETH & JAMES JEANS PHOTOGRAPHY BY NORMAN NELSON STYLING BY BRYNJA SKJALDAR; MAKEUP BY JULIE HARRIS; HAIR BY BRADLEY IRION
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a recent family excursion to my favorite design mecca, ABC Carpet & Home in New York City, my 13-yearold excitedly pointed out items he was going to have in his “first apartment.” I considered whether or not to tell him the vintage club chairs and foosball table were most likely out of his price range. I held back, remembering how he had also wound his way through IKEA with equal enthusiasm. His eagerness did give me a moment of pause: A switch had flipped, and he was now envisioning his own home; one that didn’t include his dad, sisters or me. (Thankfully, my 10-yearold daughters still consider me a permaThat's a wrap! Our wonderful crew from the photo shoot at Katie's apartment in NYC shot in mid-February. nent fixture!) But I understand where he is coming from. Few transitions are as exciting as moving into a new place, putting your personal stamp on it and making it a home you can’t wait to return to. When this month’s cover woman, talented chef and author Katie Lee, invited us to her new apartment in Tribeca, we were ecstatic and jumped at the chance to meet up in her new space. It’s always a wonderful moment when your perception of a celebrity aligns with reality. She was absolutely delightful: warm, easygoing, smart, professional and worthy of countless other favorable adjectives, Lee has an enthusiasm for life that wraps around everything she does. Our Home issue also has a fun interplay of tradition meets new school. Renowned interior designer Estee Stanley shares her wisdom on styling the perfect home from the look to the layout. There’s insight from Noa Santos, co-founder of website Homepolish, which pairs clients, interior designers and retailers for creating dream spaces at affordable prices. And courtesy of Havenly, an innovative and very addictive online service for customizing rooms from storyboard to order form, interior design gets even more virtual. It’s so satisfying to see how design practices now cater to every taste and budget. Here’s to domestic bliss!
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CONTRIBUTORS BRADLEY IRION’S fascination with great hair began at an early age. In high school, he took a cosmetology class to begin his coursework, and while studying graphic design in college, Irion’s thoughts were always on using his creativity in the hair world. After his training and education, Irion built a name for himself and became an educator at Trevor Sorbie Hair Care. Since then, Irion has gone on to work with such publications as Allure, InStyle, Esquire and Italian Vanity Fair. He also counts Kelly Bensimon, Mariah Carey, Gabrielle Union and Petra Nemcova as celebrity clients. His philosophy is to make his clients feel confident and gorgeous when they’re walking the red carpet, on set, or in daily life so they feel at the top of their game. Irion resides in New York City and works bicoastally. Follow him on Instagram and Twitter at @bradleyirion.
BRYNJA SKJALDAR is a native Icelander, who previously lived in London and Paris before settling in Brooklyn. A fashion design graduate of Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, Skjaldar incorporates her Icelandic flair on costume design for musical theatre and editorials, working with the renowned stylist Edda Guðmunds and also as part of the design team for Edun. With her established and truly exceptional international network, she effortlessly balances design and styling. She is continuously taking on innovative projects and endeavors. Follow her on Instagram at @brynjaskjaldar.
CHELSEY HAYES had her first glimpse from behind the lens when she was 12 years old, using her father’s old Canon film camera. Since then she’s been capturing images and developing her eye, vision and love for wedding photography. Originally from Tallahassee and now living and working in Boca Raton, Florida, she is a graduate of Florida A&M University, a wife and mom of two boys, Emery and newborn Finley. She launched Chelsey Boatwright Photography in 2008 and sister company, Sideshow Booth Co. in 2012. When she’s not behind her camera, she’s enjoying South Florida’s weather alongside her children and husband. When time permits, the family loves to travel and discover new cities and cultures. Follow her on Instagram at @chelseyboatwright and Pinterest at @chelsey.
GARRIN EVAN is a Miami fashion photographer who specializes in lookbook, advertising and editorial fashion photography. He has photographed everyone from Miss Universe to a United States senator and presidential candidate. His photographs have appeared in Miami New Times, Fort Lauderdale Magazine, JEZEBEL and Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Evan works with top modeling agencies Wilhelmina, MC2 and Elite, and he is a member of The Fashion Group International. When he’s not taking pictures, he enjoys guitar, painting, drawing and film. Follow him on Instagram at @garrinevan.
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ainter Inka Essenhigh is known for exaggerating familiar sights into fantastical visions and endowing her characters with swirling limbs and cartoonish features. In a hybrid style some have dubbed Pop Surrealism, Essenhigh wields her brush to unmask mythical creatures inhabiting urban hosts and coax mortal contours from atmospheric flora. Whether such spells cast an aura over gritty downtown streets outside her New York City studio or lush forests surrounding a familial retreat in rural Maine, the geographic origins of work spanning the past 10 years lend a literal interpretation to Inka Essenhigh: Between Worlds, May 27 to Oct. 9 at Nashville’s Frist Center for the Visual Arts (fristcenter.org). The mischievous sprites who animate these ethereal landscapes beckon visitors to explore alternate dimensions in the unearthly realms of Essenhigh’s imagination. —Margery Gordon
Inka Essenhigh, Green Goddess II, 2009
Holding court in her own room is iconic photographer Diane Arbus with rare prints among more than 3,000 items pledged to the “Campaign for Art,” launched seven years ago on the museum’s 75th anniversary. The 200-plus donors include many civic collectors of regional imagery that fleshes out California and the West, spotlighting pioneers like Imogen Cunningham and Dorothea Lange. Spanning the history of photography, this exhibition befits the unveiling of the Pritzker Center for Photography, the largest space dedicated to the medium at a U.S. museum, one of the first to recognize it as an art form, while underscoring SFMOMA’s pride of place. —M.G. The SFMOMA expansion in 2015
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Top image: ©Inka Essenhigh, courtesy of the artist and Victoria Miro Gallery, London; bottom image: Henrik Kam; opposite page, top to bottom: ©Rania Matar, courtesy of the artist and Carroll and Sons, Boston; courtesy of Newsha Tavakolian and East Wing Contemporary Gallery; ©Gohar Dashti, courtesy of the artist, Azita Bina and Robert Klein Gallery, Boston.
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fter nearly three years shuttered, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (sfmoma.org) reopened May 14 to reveal a dramatic $305 million expansion that doubles its size. The international architecture firm Snøhetta renovated and integrated Mario Botta’s 1995 building with the new 10-story structure clad in a rippled surface inspired by the city’s famous fog and shaded by the largest living wall in the Bay Area. The inauguration heralds the museum’s art-sharing partnership with Doris and Donald Fisher, who have amassed one of the world’s finest collections of postwar and contemporary art since founding the Gap in 1969 in San Francisco. Nearly a quarter of the Fisher Collection’s 1,100 works fill exhibitions of British sculpture, German contemporary masters, and American pop, minimalism and abstraction.
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limpses of Muslim women are filtered through multiple layers, from the fabric that conceals their feminine features to the media portrayals colored by cultural differences. The dozen artists in She Who Tells a Story: Women Photographers from Iran and the Arab World, which unfolded April 8 and is on display until July 31 at the National Museum of Women in the Arts (nmwa. org) in Washington, D.C., shift those views inside out by turning the lens on themselves, their sisterhood and the public and private realms they navigate. As photojournalism gave way to more expressive camerawork amid regional turmoil in the 1990s, “women were the first to seize on the medium to delve deeper into identity and representation, often personally embodying their investigation,” writes Michket Krifa, an expert on Middle Eastern photography, in the exhibition catalogue. Shirin Neshat’s pivotal foray into photography was sparked by her 1990 homecoming to an Iran transformed over the two decades since she had left for the U.S. as a teenager. Posing as veiled Women of Allah who fought in the 1979 revolution, she commanded international attention with guns drawn and contemporary Farsi poetry superimposed on her face and extremities. Lalla Essaydi is also established in New York and inscribes her subjects with Islamic calligraphy (a sacred art long reserved for men), but the Moroccan artist temporarily tattoos her models with henna. The grace under fire explicit in Neshat’s confrontational imagery echoes among younger generations raised with the military presence they picture infiltrating ordinary activities. Gas masks and ammunition almost seem at home nestled in the familial domains and ladies’ handbags of Nil, Nil, a series Shadi Ghadirian created in 2008 while fellow Iranian Gohar Dashti staged surreal narratives for Today’s Life and War, like the just-married couple in a dilapidated car festooned with ribbons on a battlefield. Newsha Tavakolian imagined album covers for professional singers prohibited from performing publicly or recording music in Iran. Another 2010 set of portraits by Rania Matar, based in the Boston suburbs, reveals influences shaping girls across her native Lebanon in bedrooms they have personalized by mixing Middle Eastern keepsakes with Western possessions. Whether documenting or dramatizing their surroundings, these works challenge traditions and assumptions with telling details that bring the Arab World into focus for a broader audience. —M.G.
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Salcedo’s 58-year life span coincides with the Western Hemisphere’s longest civial war. As Colombia’s crime rate has declined—stabilizing Bogotá, the capital where Salcedo lives, and securing Medellín from control by notorious drug cartels—vibrant art communities are attracting cultural tourism encouraged by peace negotiations. Still, the legacy of open wounds from unresolved cases of “the disappeared” drives Salcedo “to give back the sense, meaning and form that violence took away from its victims.” Salcedo’s temporary memorials and architectural interventions are documented in a video the MCA produced so the retrospective could encompass public works in Bogotá, Istanbul, London and Turin. Plegaria Muda (“Silent Prayer”), a large-scale installation making its U.S. debut in this touring show, is rooted in the discovery of mass graves in Colombia and soldiers’ slaughter of 2,500 impoverished young men whose mothers she joined to search for their remains. Researching gang murders in Los Angeles, she realized how disadvantages shared by killers and their targets contribute to a “perverse and fluid swap between roles.” This reversal of fortune is symbolized by row upon row of coffin-sized tables, manually constructed and distressed. Each set is bonded by a seedbed sprouting grass through perforations in the wooden tabletop inverted to face its counterpart. The blades flanked by upended legs conjure fresh growth between grave-posts, renewing the cycle of birth and death that holds out hope for humanity’s eventual redemption. —M.G.
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ueled by a traumatic national history, Colombia’s pre-eminent living artist channels testimony from survivors of political violence into poetic environments, expressing grief without disclosing her sources’ personal circumstances. Doris Salcedo has spent 30 years conducting rigorous fieldwork, reclaiming domestic objects, and painstakingly transforming them into sculptures she describes as “conveying incompleteness, lack, emptiness.” The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago (mcachicago.org) reunited her most powerful installations, dispersed among far-flung collections, which will be reassembled for Doris Salcedo on display till July 17 at the Pérez Art Museum Miami (pamm.org).
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ritish humor is generally razor-sharp and biting; it often holds a satirical mirror up to the sector of society it intends to lampoon. Monty Python skewered authority, while The Office (the original, British version helmed by Ricky Gervais) targeted the mundane banality of 95 office politics. For the beloved sitcom Absolutely Fabulous—now a feature film, Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie—the crosshairs are set squarely on the overindulgent elitist culture of the fashion industry.
Callous, crass, self-absorbed, unapologetically politically incorrect, supremely selfish, chain-smoking, drug-abusing, vodka-swilling—these are a few ways to describe Edina “Eddie” and Patsy, the dynamic duo of Absolutely Fabulous, a show that began in 1992 and ran for five seasons (with subsequent specials) on BBC TV and later on Comedy Central in the U.S.
“I know what you’re feeling, darling, but really, I don’t even care.” —Patsy
The series was created and written by Jennifer Saunders, who stars as insecure and neurotic PR maven Edina Monsoon. She seeks enlightenment while obsessively chasing the latest fashion and lifestyle trends, no matter how ridiculous they may be. Her codependent best friend is the narcissistic and ferociously promiscuous Patsy Stone (an iconic character which Joanna Lumley plays with drag queenish aplomb). Patsy is a former fashion model turned magazine editor whom Eddie claims hasn’t eaten since 1974. Ab Fab follows these two middle-aged women as they seek the latest fashion fads and exclusive parties in an attempt to reclaim the glory days of their youth in London’s swinging ’60s. The tortured straight man to their outrageous and exhausting antics is Eddie’s daughter, Saffy (Julia Sawalha), who from a young age has had to adapt to the role of the responsible adult to balance the childish nature of her mother. Saffy’s deadpan barbs are the perfect commentary to her mother’s cluelessness, and she and Patsy share an open disdain so brutal it never fails to shock. Other supporting characters in Eddie’s world include her mother (June Whitfield) and her airheaded personal assistant, Bubble (Jane Horrocks). The film version picks up with the ladies stranded in the French Riviera after causing major havoc at a launch party. Celebrity cameos include Kate Moss, Rebel Wilson and the great Joan Collins. Though it’s easy to view Ab Fab as purely fun camp, there’s a real brilliance in the satirical truth behind its characters’ grossly excessive lifestyles and brutal barbs, to which I say, “Sweetie darling, more please.” In theaters July 22. —Becca Greene
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Books Homegoing, the much-anticipated debut by 26-year-old Yaa Gyasi, is a superlative novel that follows half-sisters Effia and Esi, born in different Ghanaian villages in the 18th century. Gyasi beautifully and heartbreakingly traces the distinctly different lives of the sisters and their descendants. Effia is married off to an Englishman and lives comfortably in his palatial Gold Coast castle, profiting from slavery. Esi is sold into slavery, passing through the dungeon of that very castle before being shipped off to America. Gyasi takes readers on a multigenerational journey, richly layered with the profound impact of race on history and identity.
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Seinfeldia is a resurrection of everyone’s favorite show, from its creation in the minds of comedians Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld to the end of its run nine years later. And it is more than a behindthe-scenes compilation. TV historian and entertainment writer Jennifer Keishin Armstrong establishes Seinfeld not just as a popular show, but also as a cultural phenomenon that changed television forever and trickled into the American consciousness. Readers can relive the hysterical plot lines, irreverent characters and extensive backstory—like how actor John O’Hurley, who played Peterman, actually went on to invest in the real (failing) Peterman catalog. (Simon & Schuster, July 5)
The Modern Preserver hits shelves just in time to make use of summer produce. Author Kylee Newton is a self-taught preserver who gained a huge following as an upstart entrepreneur with three market stalls in London, selling preserves under the label Newton & Pott. Her methods are based on old techniques, but her execution is modern and inspired. The book includes more than 130 recipes influenced by flavors from around the world. From rhubarb prosecco jelly to lavender gin, Newton’s step-by-step instructions are easy to follow, with flavor pairings and looks that will impress.
Journalist Ariel Leve lays bare a tormented childhood in her memoir An Abbreviated Life. The only child of an eccentric mother (a poet and artist prone to hysterical tirades and abusive outbursts), Leve experienced instability and terror in her early years. The material comfort of their Upper East Side penthouse and cadre of influential friends belied the perils of her reality. Leve found respite in visits to see her father in Thailand, but it wasn't enough to keep the demons at bay. Decades later, she finally begins to close the wounds by undergoing therapy to treat PTSD and finding comfort in love.
After 10 years of research and writing, Annie Proulx, author of The Shipping News and Brokeback Mountain, has completed Barkskins, a story spanning 300 years and generations of characters facing struggles. Proulx’s novel begins in the 17th century with Frenchmen René Sel and Charles Duquet, who travel to New France (now Canada) to work for three years in servitude as “barkskins”—woodcutters—in exchange for land. At the heart of this saga about two disparate family lineages is the uncontrolled destruction of forests and the marginalization of indigenous communities.
Set in the tumultuous end of the 1960s, The Girls by Emma Cline is a coming-of-age story centered on Evie Boyd, a lonely and vulnerable teenage girl drawn into a dangerous cult. Evie’s divorced, preoccupied parents leave her exposed and ripe to be drawn in by a captivating group of girls she encounters in the park. The narrative is enthrallingly Manson-like—the charismatic leader, the blithe group of young women, “the ranch”— but the core of Cline’s freshman novel is her insight into the psychology of a girl desperate for attention and acceptance as she unwittingly careens toward unimaginable violence. (Random House, June 14)
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New York City. At last count, 8,491,079 people reside here, on just 305 square miles. That’s a lot of people, and opinions. So who better to share the ins and outs of NYC? M&V asked four entrenched New Yorkers to share the shops, restaurants, hotels, and hangouts that get their stamp of approval.
Devachan Salon
NEW YORKER: SARAH JONES
Occupation: Tony and Obie Award winning playwright and performer
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’m practicing a kind of meandering faith, or faithful meandering. I just trust that something is coming. I don’t know what it is. But I’ve been a straphanger all my life; I know what it’s like to not know when the next train is coming, but I trust the subway. For me that’s part of being a New Yorker: entrusting my soul to this city.”
Chelsea Piers
Elephant & Castle
The Rubin
Highline Ballroom
IFC Center
The Jane hotel's Ballroom
FOOD/DRINKS The Jane hotel’s Ballroom bar for cocktails Elephant & Castle on Greenwich Avenue for brunch
Rockefeller Center
BEAUTY Devachan Salon in SoHo. Rosie knows my curls ENTERTAINMENT The Highline Ballroom is a great venue for late-night music IFC Center for independent films and classic movies Chelsea Piers. There’s bowling, golf, rock climbing— an activity for every one of my personalities, including my inner kid
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Rubin Museum of Art focuses on the ideas, cultures and art of Himalayan Asia
Second Time Around
Portrait by Kenneth B. Goldberg; Rockefeller Center by ©NYC & Company/Will Steacy; Norwood Club by Liesl Henrichsen
SHOPPING Vintage shop at Second Time Around (STA) Otte boutique for women’s clothing Enfleurage for unusual gifts like old-fashioned atomizers for perfume or diffusers for essential oils MISCELLANEOUS Christmas time at Rockefeller Center—the skating, tree, Radio City—it brings out the wide-eyed five-year-old in me For business meetings, Norwood Club
For more NYC picks by Sarah Jones, visit magazinemv.com and learn more about Jones at sarahjonesonline.com. Enfleurage
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Lady M Confections
NEW YORKER: JUSTINE DELANEY Occupation: DJ and pastry chef
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born and raised New Yorker, I will always call this city my home. You can reinvent yourself here, dream big and live large or simply exist amongst like-minded peers. New York is accepting of all types and I think that’s one of the reasons people seek it out. Individuals from all over the world come to New York to make their mark. The cultural diversity is inspiring, the convenience indisputable and the creative energy never ceases. New York is the city where whatever you want to happen, can happen. Never doubt the possibilities here.”
Bowery Electric
Film Forum
The Four Horsemen
Bird Boutique
Ling Skincare
The Oyster Bar
FOOD/DRINKS The Oyster Bar Saloon in Grand Central for a midnight drink Lady M Confections for everything desserts
Mandarin Oriental
The Four Horsemen in Brooklyn is a new must-try restaurant BEAUTY Ling Skincare for unique facials such as the Charcaol Facial and DNA DoNotAge Facial ENTERTAINMENT All-night dancing at The Bowery Electric Film Forum shows independent premieres and repertory programming Soho Grand Hotel
SHOPPING Bird in Brooklyn for women’s clothing
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Oyster Bar by Schenck Graciano; Four Horsemen by Justin Chung; The West Village by ŠNYC & Company/Tagger Yancey IV
Mociun offers everything from home textiles to beauty and home goods. STAY Check into either the Soho Grand Hotel or the Mandarin Oriental MISCELLANEOUS My favorite neighborhood, West Village
For more NYC picks by Justine Delaney, visit magazinemv.com and learn more about Delaney at justined.com. Lady M Confections The West Village
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NEW YORKER: GABY BASORA Occupation: Owner and designer of Tucker
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here is magic everywhere in New York. On the subway I once sat next to Ron Carter’s wife and spent the day reminded of his beautiful style and beautiful sounds. Even the garbage underfoot here is beautiful. Then after winter, the first days of sun arrive and music from open-car windows fills the streets, like Summertime, by DJ Jazzy Jeff and Will Smith. There’s even a 95-year-old man who rides past me on rollerblades down Lexington Avenue. There is beauty everywhere here in all forms and shapes; it’s like Irving Penn’s series of personal work at Pace/MacGill Gallery.”
Dashwood Books
Artists & Fleas
El Museo del Barrio
dangene: The Institute of Skinovation
Lombardi's Pizza
Central Park
FOOD/DRINKS The Carlyle has the best hotel bar Minton’s Harlem and its executive chef Joseph “JJ” Johnson prepares a wonderful brunch
McNally Jackson Books
BEAUTY For facials, Sharon Grelsamer at dangene: The Institute of Skinovation Running laps around Central Park's Reservoir ENTERTAINMENT El Museo del Barrio, NY's leading Latino cultural institution Lombardi’s Pizza in SoHo is a cheesy but must-do tourist event
Minton's Harlem by Evan Sung; McNally Jackson by Yvonne Brooks; The Surrey by ICE Portal Digital Asset Library; Central Park by ©NYC & Company/Will Steacy
The Carlyle
STAY For a family trip, check into The Surrey
The Jane hotel lobby
On a budget, The Jane hotel offers bunk bed rooms with communal bathrooms down the hall SHOPPING For vintage needs, Artists & Fleas in Chelsea or Williamsburg, Brooklyn Dashwood Books for hostess gifts The Evolution Store in SoHo is fabulous for bones and fossils McNally Jackson Books offers lectures, shopping and more The Evolution Store
For more NYC picks by Gaby Basora, visit magazinemv.com and learn more about Basora at tuckernyc.com. The Surrey
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Cherry blossoms
NEW YORKER: DAVID MONN
Occupation: Event planner/expert behind David Monn
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ew York has been my home for over 30 years and it’s a part of my soul. There is something for everyone here. It really has everything… from the most amazing church services in Harlem to delicious food in the West Village. You can walk along the Hudson to the East River and find great beauty on our island. Even though it is a big city, neighborhoods are like small towns, and there are true, authentic, friendly people to be found everywhere. If I were to design a city, it would have the heart of NYC.”
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INSPIRE Carbone
Four Seasons Hotel
Bergdorf Goodman windows
Gagosian Gallery
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FOOD/DRINKS Sant Ambroeus for cappuccino The new Carbone for its Caesar salad, crab cake and tortellini
Hudson River Park
BEAUTY Haircut with Tommy Buckett at Serge Normant at 23rd Street ENTERTAINMENT Gagosian Gallery for the best in contemporary art Love walking Sammy, my King Charles Cavalier Spaniel, along Hudson River Park SHOPPING Jay Kos for casual sweaters and dress clothes KRB on East 79th for Venetian century lamps and glass
Bergdorf Goodman by ©NYC & Company/Julianne Schaer; ©Four Seasons Hotels Limited, All Rights Reserved; Gagosian Gallery by Rob McKeever
The Lowell Hotel
STAY Loews Regency Hotel for a family trip
Jay Kos
The Lowell Hotel, adults only MISCELLANEOUS Visit NYC when the cherry blossoms are in bloom, mid-April to mid-May. The holiday windows at Bergdorf Goodman are my favorite seasonal attraction For business meetings, the Four Seasons Hotel
For more NYC picks by David Monn, visit magazinemv.com and learn more about Monn at davidmonn.com. Serge Normant
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Unplugged GLOBE TROTTING Le Guanahani St. Barts, French West Indies leguanahani.com
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he turquoise waters and soft sands of St. Barthélemy (St. Barts, for short) are born from a dream. This is the French island that made air kissing cool among Americans, that keeps the elite warm during the winter months and has one of the most notoriously tiny airstrips, ever. (The pilot of my eight-seater Tradewind Aviation Pilatus PC-12 handled the landing brilliantly.) Located southeast of St. Martin, St. Barts is eight square miles of Caribbean luxury, and at the northeast portion of the island is Le Guanahani, perched on a private 18-acre peninsula. Just in time for its 30th birthday, the oceanside property, built in 1986, put the finishing touches on a four-year, $40 million renovation. A quintessential tropical, casual-chic look reigns throughout its 67 guest cottages, painted in lavender and lemon. The custom furniture, made to mimic travel trunks used by explorers, reflects the island’s adventurous beginnings. Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493 and named for his brother, Bartolomeo, St. Barts was first settled by the French in the 17th century and changed hands several times before returning to France as an outpost. The island is not shy of European flavor. It’s easy to see why this property ranked among the top Caribbean resorts in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2015 Reader’s Choice Awards. First, the property is expansive; nothing feels cramped. Next, the cottages are colorful pieces of artwork, with sweeping views of frothy waves from every room. The sun’s rays enter through seaside patios onto hardwood floors. Third, there’s so much to experience. Guests unwind on one of Le Guanahani’s two beaches, indulge in a robust menu of services at the Spa by
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Clarins and soak in one of two freshwater pools. For the outdoorsy type, there are trainer-led wellness sessions and tennis lessons, ATV excursions and water sports like kitesurfing and snorkeling. For hunger pangs, feast on Mediterranean-inspired dishes at the hotel’s two restaurants: Indigo, which features beach and pool views and offers all-day dining, or Bartolomeo, which rests within an elegant garden. Meals are taken at leisure here. Staff and guests alike converse in lilting French, and, like a scene from Beauty and the Beast, everyone I encounter smiles and says, “Bonjour.” One morning I opt for a light breakfast at Indigo: juicy watermelon, ripe cantaloupe, a blend of orange, mango and guava juice and a symphony of rumbling waves. It’s the perfect breakfast before a sailing trip. Whether coasting by boat or snaking down winding roads by car, St. Barts offers a buffet of sights. To disconnect from the outside world simply plunge into the clear waters of Saline or Gouverneur Beach. For a more cosmopolitan experience, the streets of the capital, Gustavia, where yachts with names like Utopia float in the harbor, are lined with boutiques selling fringe handbags and neon-accented cover-ups. One of my favorite St. Barts gests was a catamaran trip to Colombier Beach, a paradise that can only be accessed via boat or a nearly 30-minute hike. My days of lounging beachside flew by. As the airplane soars past the sunset and propels me toward home, I peer at the watercolor sky and the red and green roofs peppering the landscape and wonder whether the past few days have been a dream. —Styliana Resvanis
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magine stepping into a life-sized snow globe; that’s what a trip to Park City, Utah, is like. Tucked away in the middle of snow-capped mountains, 35 minutes from the Salt Lake City International Airport, Park City is home to over 100 lodging properties where skiers from around the globe choose to spend their winter season. On the slopes and off, tourists enjoy the perks of mountain life while begging to never have to leave. My Park City experience began the moment I settled into my suite at Stein Eriksen Lodge, named after Olympic skier Stein Eriksen, who died in late 2015. His medals are on display in the property’s ski lodge, and with such ski pedigree, it’s no surprise that the hotel boasts ski-in/ski-out amenities with ski butlers on hand. In my suite the view from the bedside window was enough to make me feel like a true snow bunny. Every inch of land for as far as my eyes could see was covered in snow.
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Coming from New Orleans, I am a natural born foodie. Arriving in Park City, I wasn’t sure what kind of food culture to expect. It turns out eating was one of my favorite activities during the trip. The chefs in the city adapt their menus to whatever is available and in season. Most restaurants, like The Farm, partner with local farmers who can ensure they have the freshest ingredients in their kitchen. As for seafood, Park City is known for flying in fresh catches every day. I’m still dreaming about the Nantucket Bay Scallop Crudo prepared by Chef Matt Harris at the restaurant Tupelo, Park City’s newest fine dining restaurant. If eating and skiing aren’t for you, have no fear. There is so much to see in Park City. Everything from Main Street, where nightlife takes over, to Utah’s Olympic Park, where the 2002 Winter Games hosted multiple compeitions including bobsleigh, skeleton and luge. Everything captures Park City’s true essence. And the people who live there are just happy to share with others what their city has to offer. —Jonathan Urbina
Main image: Alpine Lake; Montage Deer Valley spa whirlpool; Tupelo restaurant
The famous powdery snow—dubbed “the greatest snow on earth”—lured me into skiing not once, but twice during my trip. What I discovered while skiing at both the Deer Valley and Park City Mountain Resorts is that I will never be an Olympic skier. Luckily for me, the snow was soft enough to break my fall for all 10 of my faceplants. To my instructor’s surprise, it is possible to digress on the second day of skiing. After my body was as tired as it was sore, I withdrew to my room and found a lit fireplace and ordered a customized
bath with body butter and bath salts. To further ease my pain, I indulged in a visit to the Montage Deer Valley, also a ski-in/ski-out property, where I had an hour-long yoga session followed by a deep-tissue massage. I left the resort feeling like a bowl of Jell-O in need of a nap—it was that good. Since the resort rests atop a mountain, the views also helped ease the pain.
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INFORM “As you get older, the questions come down to about two or three. How long? And what do I do with the time I’ve got left?”
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Big picture NEWS AND REPORTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
When Men Join in the Fight for Gender Equality
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Building a Business Safe Haven and the Women to Lead It
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hat does it mean to go against the grain in the business world? It means creating your right moments, rather then waiting for them. This is Shelley Zalis’ business lesson 101, which helped her reach career highs. She created OTX (Online Testing Exchange) in 2001, sold to research giant Ipsos in 2010 and became CEO of Ipsos OTX. Zalis was one of the first female chief execs in the research industry, creating new rules and ideas for corporate culture with simple tools like emotion and passion. Now she leads The Girls’ Lounge, a safe haven of sorts for businesswomen that provides thought leadership and panels, fundraising for women’s issues and networking. M&V spoke to Zalis about transforming corporate culture and how to see the transformation through.
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ver hear of a male feminist? Well they do exist and they are organizing. Last year New York City hosted the first International Conference on Masculinities: Engaging Men and Boys for Gender Equality, with sociologist Michael Kimmel as one of its headliners. The Stony Brook University professor has a notable following that includes Gloria Steinem, Eve Ensler, Jennifer Siebel and Jane Fonda. Don’t fret that men are getting sidelined. Guys’ issues are front and center with themes around boys’ education, fatherhood and men’s health. Next year Stony Brook’s Center for the Study of Men and Masculinities, founded by Kimmel two years ago, will offer a master’s degree in masculinity studies. Yes, it’s the first of its kind. Supporters of this work believe gender equality is a necessity whether in corporations or relationships, and discuss how research on gender equality issues can be translated into action. Also on the scene is MenEngage, a global alliance derived from dozens of international networks improving the field of practice around engaging men in achieving gender justice and advocating before policymakers on all levels.
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esearchers at Yale School of Medicine say a person’s ability to vividly imagine food smells is linked to food cravings. Apparently, people vary greatly in their capacity for conjuring imaginary odors like popcorn and freshly baked cookies. It follows that participants in the study who reported a greater perceived ability to imagine food odors also had higher body weight. Make-believe muffin, anyone?
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Balance Act
When high-ranking women were scarce in the workplace, it created a culture of competition. As female leadership becomes more widespread, women are learning to see the advantages of collaborating and sharing. Zalis says, “If we could have done it alone, we would have done it by now. We are simply stronger together than apart.” Organizations like The Girls’ Lounge allow women to passionately support each other, creating confidence, wisdom, ultimate engagement and transformation.
Zalis advises women already in the game to bring their best selves to the table. “Learn how to collaborate with others and how to see your team as an extension of yourself, where it’s in everyone’s best interest to do their best work and advance. Competition is taught to be the best attribute to success, but it isn’t. Collaboration, partnership and trust are the secrets. Young women entering the business world should remember the following: Opt in to leadership so you can be in charge and change the rules. But just as important, understand that comes with a responsibility of generosity. You must give back while you’re rising in the ranks, you must create opportunity for others and you must recognize that it’s on you to make the future better for future leaders.”
The gender balance game is calling, and guess what? It’s good for business, growth and the bottom line. “When you look at masculine and feminine archetypes, we bring different talent to the table,” Zalis says. “The traditionally feminine characteristics that women bring to leadership are a focus on employee development, setting expectations and rewards, role modeling and participative decision-making. Traditionally masculine strengths are more linear: control, corrective action and individual decision-making. It’s not that one is better than the next. It’s about bringing the best talent forward and creating the diversity that is good for business.”
Feelings Passion does have a place in the boardroom, and with it, women can become unstoppable. Passion equals care, which leads to action. “This level of emotional investment is key to moving from a culture of rigidity to a culture of care,” Zalis says. “Care in this case means everything from attracting the best talent to creating a sustainable and fulfilling work environment. Care means helping your employees be the best they can be without choosing between work and life, and empowering women to live with many dimensions.”
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The Numbers Based on 2015 data, the professional workforce is 65 percent male and 45 percent female, but only 23 percent of senior vice presidents are female, and only 17 percent make it to the C-suite. “The real problem is the so-called ‘messy middle’ of the pipeline: as women rise in the ranks, we fall off and opt out at the leadership level,” Zalis explains. “This drop off that happens in middle management is aligned with the life trajectory of women. Why? Because as we gain responsibility at work, we gain responsibility at home, with our children and with our elderly parents. It’s not a female issue so much as it is a caregiver issue.”
arents admonish countless teens for late night texting, and it turns out mom and dad do know best. Professor Xue Ming of Rutgers University found texting at night leads to poor sleep and academic performance in teens. Ming discovered students who messaged for more than 30 minutes after lights out had a higher rate of daytime sleepiness and poorer academic performance than those who turned their phones off at night or messaged for less than 30 minutes. While this might lead to more confiscated phones, the good news for teens is that texting before lights out did not appear to have any affect on their academics or level of tiredness.
Shelley Zalis, founder of The Girls' Lounge
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t turns out you are shacking up with a lot of creepy crawlies. A study published in PeerJ says the typical American household hosts an average of 100 types of arthropods, with the most common being flies, spiders, beetles, ants and book lice. North Carolina State University researchers randomly selected 50 homes and found evidence of 579 morphospecies of arthropods in all. But don’t worry. The study’s authors write that most of the arthropods are active in the home for only a short period of time and will either find an exit back to the great outdoors or the stairway to heaven.
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ut a coder and interior designer in the same room and the outcome is an online design service by the name of Homepolish—at least that was the case when Noa Santos and Will Nathan joined forces in 2012. Their site, as beautiful as it is, is primarily functional, pairing clients with interior designers and retailers to create the space of their dreams. Santos, the interior designer in the business partnership, felt the need for this service from the start. It bothered him to see friends struggle to create their perfect home within their financial means. Four years after the launch of the site, that need is being addressed. Today Homepolish has more than 450 vetted designers and has face-to-face services in 15 cities across the country—creating one beautiful space at a time. —Jonathan Urbina
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M&V: How did the partnership and launch of Homepolish come to be? SANTOS: When I moved to New York in 2010, I started working for an interior design firm doing high-end residential projects. It didn’t take long for me to notice how profoundly someone’s life could be affected by having a home they adored. But I couldn’t get past the fact that, for most people, the experience of working with a designer was just financially out of reach. That didn’t sit right with me. I decided to rethink the business a bit and met my cofounder Will Nathan when he hired me to decorate his Chelsea apartment. As you explore what we’ve built since 2012 and notice what the 650,000-plus people who engage with us on Instagram are saying, you begin to see that there is magic there. M&V: Describe the process of finding designers for Homepolish. SANTOS: In the beginning it was like selling vacuums—door to door more or less. Now we have a team of over 450 designers across the country and thousands waiting to be interviewed. We’re very discerning when it comes to finding the right Homepolish designer. I think what it takes to be a great interior designer today is so different from what it took 10 or 20 years ago. Today, people aren’t looking for someone to come into their homes and tell them how to live or what to buy. People are more educated and savvy; they want a partner in the design process who listens and guides. We make those kinds of designers—talent without the ego—accessible and, at a company level, make sure our clients have the support staff they need for anything and everything along the way.
M&V: Homepolish has rapidly expanded since its inception. How have you managed to keep tabs on all of the projects in so many locations? SANTOS: We have a brilliant service team. They’re like moms, no joke, and they’ll go to crazy lengths to protect their designers and clients. Expansion, especially with the launch of Homepolish video—whereby clients and designers can work face-to-face no matter where they are—is really going to be about bringing more designers into people’s homes nationwide. M&V: Your office is stunning. How have you seen companies take the design of their space to the next level? SANTOS: We have a lot of fun with our office because it’s a workshop. We test out ideas in our space before we implement them in projects. Companies are certainly putting a lot more thought into the design of their offices, and rightly so—teams are working longer and harder. Add to that the stiff competition for talent, and if you aren’t crafting a place where employees want to sit, stand, lie, swing while they work, they’re going to find another company that has that. Offices have become the new second home because, let’s be honest, we spend most of our time at the office.
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M&V: What is the most unusual request you’ve had for office space design? SANTOS: Our most untraditional office request so far is a napping wall with human-sized cubbies. M&V: What should people do more of in terms of design trends, or is it “less is more”? SANTOS: More oversized art, crystalware and brass. Less of nothing. More is more. M&V: Who are your muses? SANTOS: Iris Apfel, Alexander McQueen, Tadao Ando, Christian Dior and Tony Duquette. M&V: Why should people be open to the idea of working with an interior designer for their space? SANTOS: Interior design is difficult. There are a lot of moving parts—like a recipe with hundreds of ingredients, many of which might be too large to fit through the front door. Add to that the cost and you have a pretty daunting task, even if you have impeccable taste and a solid vision. At this point we’ve done almost 10,000 homes and offices— from tiny studios to $15 million apartments to 40,000 square foot offices—and no matter the project size, Homepolish clients want to engage in the design process but they also want an expert there along the way to make sure they’re making the right choices. Measure twice, cut once—it’s just smart design. M&V: What has been the most gratifying part of creating Homepolish? SANTOS: Watching Homepolish employees, designers and clients grab drinks together or hang out on the weekend. It might start with a chair, but to me, it’s so much more profound than a beautiful space. The relationships are by far the best part.
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Putting Design to Work
From splashes of color and playful amenities to standing desks and flexible floor plans, businesses embrace the modern workplace. By Styliana Resvanis
Step aside, cubicles. Companies are getting down to business with design, swapping austere, impersonal offices for warmer, more inviting options. Even companies like Citigroup and American Express are trading assigned desks for an open-seating concept called “hot-desking.� Welcome to the modern workplace.
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Next time you hit a roadblock in your office brainstorming session, try thinking on your feet. Standing desks have gained momentum as science continues to stress the downsides of prolonged sitting. While more than 70 percent of office employees spend five or more hours a day on their derrières, experts at the American Osteopathic Association suggest workers should stand for at least two hours throughout the workday. Although not a cure-all, standing desks have been shown to help lift spirits, increase HDL cholesterol and stimulate weight loss. One recent study conducted in a high school classroom revealed they might also help boost focus and memory. “About 90 percent of my time is spent standing during the workday,” says Eric Lockwood, an attorney in Cambridge, Massachusetts, who has used a standing desk for about five years. “When I’m standing up, I feel like I’m a better worker overall: a better thinker, more focused, higher energy levels. I think it’s easier to feel more confident.”
While seeing red in the workplace could set off alarms and negatively impact analytical performance, green—the color of grass and money—can help enhance creativity on the job. “Cultures generally form associations to particular hues,” Augustin says. “In our culture, we tend to associate blue with being trustworthy. But what influences people’s fundamental emotional reactions to color are saturation and brightness.” Colors that are not very saturated but relatively bright, such as light blue or sage green with white mixed in, pair well with an office environment that requires challenging mental work, according to Augustin, as these hues help promote relaxation and improve professional performance. Color even affects how people perceive temperature, as cooler hues can add a chill factor while warmer ones can heat things up. Color psychology can be applied throughout the workplace, including furniture and decor. “It’s a total effect,” Augustin says. “It’s the intricacies of all the things together.”
Appearances play a role as companies clamber to claim top talent in today’s visual world. But aside from the stellar first impression a striking aesthetic can evoke, office design may be a blueprint for improved employee health, productivity and happiness. “Clear links have been shown, by rigorous scientific investigation, between the form of our physical environment and how our brains work and how they process information,” says Sally Augustin, Ph.D., an Illinois-based environmental psychologist who specializes in person-centered design. From calming nerves and heightening focus to boosting energy and encouraging engagement, the physical workspace can influence wellness, mood and performance. However, design can only work so much magic. “You always have to think about physical design in the context of the full range of experiences people will have in the space,” she says.
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Though indulging in video games and foosball on the job may make you feel like Peter Pan, who says you have to grow up? In fact, a German study found weaving playful features into office design might help employees feel younger, which could boost productivity. Google is the boss when it comes to unconventional amenities, with nap pods and playground-esque slides. Such concepts are also popular in the startup scene and are making their way into the mainstream, thanks to companies like Skype and LinkedIn. A playful workspace can combat stress and provide opportunities for conversation and collaboration. “It helps build a team mentality; sometimes it opens up a creative process as well,” says Cara Pluff, digital strategy manager for Arrow Consulting & Design in West Palm Beach, a tech company that features a lounge area with perks like NERF toys and a Ping-Pong table. Meetings sometimes arise from ideas tossed around during a game of pool, adds Pluff.
Tempted to break down walls? Some businesses have adopted breezy, open spaces to subliminally—and structurally—encourage collaboration. Critics of this setup cite noise, lack of privacy and distractions but fans say when done right, it can be a powerful tool. “The open office layout was never intended to be exclusively open,” writes Adam Stoltz of HOK, a global design and architecture firm, in a blog column for HOK titled, In Defense of the Open Office Plan. “In fact, for decades companies have been trying to understand the work preferences of their employees and to provide a range of design solutions for a mix of spaces.” Other ways to revamp workplace layouts include elevating the space with high ceilings, which can elicit feelings of freedom and creativity; incorporating interactive walls for employees to sketch out ideas; inviting sunlight with wall-to-wall windows; and drawing inspiration from nature with plants and landscape views.
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In the Life of AMSALE ABERRA Co-owner, co-CEO and creative director of The Amsale Group, which includes the bridal collections of Amsale, Nouvelle Amsale, Kenneth Po o l a n d C h r i s t o s , a v a i l a b l e a t h i g h - e n d d e p a r t m e n t s t o r e s a n d A m s a l e f l a g s h i p s a l o n s i n N e w Yo r k a n d S o u t h K o r e a
Key Life Moment: Getting married. When I searched for my own wedding dress I couldn’t find anything simple and refined. Everything was overdone, so I made my own. I decided there must be other women with similar tastes, so I started my business. Business Lesson: You are as good as your team. Being surrounded by people who are committed and love what they do is extremely important to the success of your business. The Perfect Gown: My favorite shape would be a ’50s inspired fabulous ballgown that emphasizes a small waist. It can be formal, but it can also be playful depending on the fabric. A chiffon or tulle ballgown reads playful, where a structured silk faille or double-faced satin ballgown reads more luxurious. Hidden Hobby: I wouldn’t call it a skill, but I do have a love for interior design. Currently Reading: A Christmas gift from my daughter Rachel:
Tales from the Back Row: An Outsider's View from Inside the Fashion Industry by Amy Odell. Closet Must: A crisp white menswear inspired shirt and black of anything because it’s so easy to wear. Tastes and Sensibilities: Modern, classic, eclectic, understated and relaxed. Favorite Quote: “Beyond.” Wedding Dress You’d Love to Make: My daughter Rachel’s. Weakness: Wanting to do everything at once. Go-To Designer: Miu Miu is cool for daywear or cocktail.
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M&V: With three collections under the Amsale umbrella, how do you delegate your time for each collection? ABERRA: I work on each collection individually so I can focus on that bride—who she is, the venue, but in the back of my mind I am still thinking about the other collections. M&V: Take us through the process of creating a collection. ABERRA: It starts with the inspiration board. I then work with my design team to discuss the key focus of the season. From there we lay out all our ideas and begin editing down until they become a cohesive concept. This is when we start to translate sketch to garment. M&V: What materials and equipment do you use? ABERRA: Designing a wedding gown begins with paper and a pencil. Designers often sketch out ideas with inspiration from fabrics and ornamentation that might come from all over the world: fine silks woven from small family mills in Italy, laces from France, hand beading from India. The tools are simple: needle, thread, scissors and sewing machines. Everything is handmade. M&V: How has your heritage shaped your inspiration and business? ABERRA: Having honest values and working with integrity has helped shape my business. I’m a hands-on creative director. It is important for me to be a part of the team and not to be considered above them. This is definitely something that comes from my parents and culture. M&V: What does the 2016 bride look like? ABERRA: The 2016 bride is an individual. She goes beyond the trend and shows her individuality. That is what I am most excited about. M&V: There’s been a departure from the traditional wedding. How does that affect business? ABERRA: The venue has changed, but a bride still wants to look like a bride. For example, destination weddings have become increasingly popular, which leads toward styles that have bare design details. This has opened up the possibility for brides to choose different styles while still looking like a bride. M&V: What’s the upside and downside of working with your husband? ABERRA: Surprisingly, we work very well together. The good part is we’re completely opposite personalities. Neil is more of a critical thinker where I’m more spontaneous. The benefits of working together are that we have more structure in our business that ultimately helps us grow as a company. The only thing I would say is we sometimes clash when I want to make an immediate decision, and he wants to inspect further. My resolution for 2016 is to avoid those conversations. M&V: What were the challenges of launching Amsale? ABERRA: Ignorance is a blessing. I didn’t think I’d have any challenges. The growing pains were the challenge. I was pregnant, cutting dresses on the floor of my apartment. It was when the business started to grow that the biggest challenges came. M&V: Was there a business moment that set your brand on the path to success? ABERRA: There were several stages that set the Amsale brand on the path of success. I had someone with extensive knowledge of the bridal business to stand behind me. I only had ideas, and he pushed me to make something simple and that I believed in. After launching there were several milestones that defined the business: seeing my first editorial, my first national television segment and my own television show.
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Rifle Paper Company Think you’ve seen every kind of personalized stationery imaginable? How about something that’s made-to-order, featuring an avatar of you? It’s the perfect antidote to the shrinking opportunities for face-to-face communication. Pick from 32 template heads to find your likeness, and then choose accessories like sunglasses, headwear, pipes and clothing. For more moola, you can opt for a custom portrait. Stationery is available in a variety of platforms: flat cards, calling cards and custom holiday cards. riflepaperco.com
The Five-Minute Journal It’s the most complex organ in our body, but do we really take care of our brains? The Five-Minute Journal was created based on studies that show how daily self-reflection can shift your mood and create happiness. The journal takes two-and-a-half minutes in the morning and again at night, and asks simple questions to help you see how much you have to be grateful for. It’s not only good for your brain; it’s a tool for self-betterment and to help you realize how truly awesome you are. fiveminutejournal.com
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Modicum Monica Goretti Behan was a child when her mother was diagnosed with cancer. Implementing a healthy lifestyle of diet (vegetarian), meditation and yoga, she rid herself of the diseased cells. The success of the healthy lifestyle impacted and served Behan, especially when she was involved in a skiing accident that left her with broken bones and face lacerations. Instead of opting for the recommended surgery, Behan used her knowledge of natural plant properties to heal her skin. Friends couldn’t believe her results and wanted to know how she did it. Behan bottled her knowledge and launched the brand Modicum. Made with organic natural plant-based products from the states, the three products— the Essential Serum, Cleanser and Exfoliant—were created with chemists to ensure the ultimate in cell regeneration without chemicals. The mission is to sustain healthy skin and let beauty be the side effect. modicumskincare.com
The Hangover Club A bachelorette party consists of some pretty unforgettable moments, but business ideas aren’t usually the end result. Asa Kitfield, however, thought of The Hangover Club after recovering from a weekend in Miami celebrating her upcoming wedding. Kitfield, a physician’s daughter, grew up getting B12 shots when she felt a cold coming. During her college years, she realized how beneficial IV hydration and vitamin infusions could be, especially for the late-night crowd. Entrepreneur Kitfield partnered with Dr. Maurice Beer, a general health practitioner, and the vitamin- and electrolyte-fused NutriDrip was launched two years ago. The IV service is administered by medical professionals in the comfort of your home, office or hotel, and has become so popular that a flagship store is scheduled to open in New York City this April. hangoverclub.com
Slimware “But it’s so good” is always the reason I serve myself seconds or thirds. Enter Slimware, my saving grace. It’s a plate and a guide that shows recommended portion sizes and food groups to help you reach your healthy eating goals. As much as exercise is important, what we eat takes center stage. The company has support from a ton of celebrities, but that’s not why you should try it. You should try it because it’s a reliable tool that makes eating healthy fun. slimware.com
Causebox Subscription boxes are having their moment, from beauty products to pet snacks, but Causebox, owned by Sevenly, a cause activation platform, discovered a gap in the market for products with purpose and created a seasonally curated selection of lifestyle goods for socially conscious women. Causebox features items that have an inspiring story, and follows a strict checklist of criteria for selected products: Is it made ethically? Does it have a good cause? Examples include LSTN Bowery Headphones encased in real wood, which supports a mission to help restore hearing worldwide; Love for Humanity face cream, which provides meals for the malnourished; and Turkish towels by Perf, which supports clean water projects in Haiti. causebox.com
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Scattered throughout Social House were modern tropical arrangements by Veronica Cicero of Anthology Co. of Miami. “We decided to go for a cheery, welcoming color palette, clean-lined vases and tropical elements to complement the logo and pay homage to Florida,” says Cicero. The well-tailored venue provided a clean canvas for a variety of designs featuring pineapples, philodendron leaves, umbrella ferns, peonies and areca palms among other textural, tropical elements. Social House founder Laura McGlynn with husband Eric
Who doesn’t love a photo booth? Sideshow Booth captured the festive ambience and guests’ personalities with a photo booth featuring a custom block printed backdrop by botanical artist Jenny Kiker of Living Pattern. Other accessories included an outdoor tent by Sperry Tents, cocktail tables by AFR Furniture Rental and vintage pieces by Refinery Vintage.
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Kathryn Shirley of New York Food Co. based in Miami created a menu that captured authentic, classic cuisine with a modern vibe. “We wanted guests to move freely throughout the space to experience it all, so we created lots of small bites to pass, a unique snacking station and several bars that offered craft cocktails, all creating the ultimate ‘social’ atmosphere,” says Shirley. The craft cocktails were a NYFCo. Mojito and the Social House Julep. The passed appetizers included mini croque monsieurs, tilapia ceviche, Florida lobster rolls and Irish buttered radishes. The snacking table featured three colorful gazpachos: avocado, golden beet, and strawberry and carrot.
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Creativity is key at Social House, and nothing played more into the theme than the living dessert wall. With a minimalist floral dÊcor, five shelves were stacked with delicate choux pastries, prepared by Earth and Sugar’s Janderyn Makris.
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1½ cups water 1 cup sugar 1 pineapple core, chopped 4-5 1-inch cubes fresh pineapple 3 fresh mint leaves Pinch Demerara sugar Bourbon whiskey Cubed ice
To prepare the simple syrup, pour 1½-cups water and 1-cup sugar into a pot. Stir over low heat until the sugar is dissolved. Turn off heat right before it reaches a boil and add chopped pineapple core. Set aside for 1 hour, then strain. Place in refrigerator. This can be made in advance. To mix the cocktail, place pineapple cubes, mint and pinch of sugar into rocks glass. Muddle gently. Add ice, 3 ounces of Bourbon whiskey, 5 ounces of the prepared simple syrup and stir. Add more cubes of pineapple and mint leaf to garnish.
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2 medium tomatoes, cored and cut into quarters 1 large cucumber, peeled and cut into large chunks Flesh from 1 avocado, cut into large chunks 6 large basil leaves, plus more for garnish 1½ cups lightly packed watercress or baby spinach leaves 1 clove garlic, crushed 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, or more to taste 2 tablespoons honey ½ jalapeño, stemmed, seeded and chopped (optional) 4 ice cubes ¼ cup filtered water Kosher or sea salt Freshly ground black pepper
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1 bunch breakfast radishes, halved lengthwise, leave green stem 8 tablespoons unsalted Kerrygold Irish butter, softened 2 tablespoons local honey 1 pinch kosher salt 1 pinch fresh black pepper 1 teaspoon chopped tarragon
Reserve a small amount of tomato and cucumber for garnish. Chop finely, combine and set aside. Combine tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, basil, watercress or spinach, garlic, red wine vinegar, honey, jalapeño and ice cubes in a blender or the bowl of a food processor; puree until smooth. Add ¼ cup or more water to thin the mixture to desired consistency. Season with salt, pepper and more vinegar, if needed. For a spicier gazpacho, add more of the jalapeño. Refrigerate until cold, then pour into individual shot size glasses. Garnish with the reserved tomato and cucumber and chiffonade of basil leaves.
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In a bowl, add butter, honey, kosher salt and pepper. Mix to combine thoroughly. Gently fold in the herbs and scoop mixture into a piping bag. Pipe the herbed butter onto the flat side of the radish. Sprinkle with one or two flakes of the Maldon and serve.
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I’m recently divorced and in my mid-40s. I want to start dating, and friends are encouraging me to online date. I think my married friends want to live vicariously through me and see what all the hype is about. I am nervous to go this route but intrigued. Is it really appropriate for a woman my age to use the Internet to find a man?
Welcome to a new dawn. It is absolutely appropriate and it may even be fun, as long as you go into it wise and prepared. This is a modern and efficient way to meet eligible partners. The good thing about dating sites is that they often employ formal assessments and questions to help match you up with someone who suits you better than the “average bear.” I recommend the dating sites that are specifically targeted to help you narrow the field (e.g., on the basis of religion, age, life circumstance). Make sure you practice safe online dating practices: Get to know possible matches online first, via email or messaging. Meet your dates in public places. Don’t feel pressured to provide information about where you live and work. And be aware that online dating is often fraught with window dressing—people are more likely to post aspirational versions of themselves, such as out-ofdate photos and exaggerated accomplishments. Keep this in mind so that you aren’t disappointed, and retain your sense of humor. People of all ages are going online to find partners, but don’t abandon old-fashioned ways of meeting suitable partners. Allow friends to broker introductions and keep busy with activities that interest you.
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My daughter is 27 and engaged to a young man who has been one of her closest friends since college. He is wonderful but I’m not sure he’s Mr. Right. Many of their friends have settled down, and I think they felt pressured to do the same. They used to joke that they’d get married to each other if their soul mates never came along. I worry this decision could prevent them from meeting the loves of their lives. Then again, maybe it’s not the worst thing in the world to marry your best friend. I don’t know how to talk to my daughter about this. I’m desperate for advice. She, not you, defines Mr. Right. I know you have only her best interests at heart, but when it comes to matters of the heart, you do need to trust her to know herself. She could do a lot worse than marrying her best friend. Research suggests that they may end up playing a better long game because of their friendship, which can help them endure the demands of marriage, family and the bumps on the road of life. The idea of the “love of your life” is a romanticized notion used to sometimes overlook some real problems with a partner such as selfishness, inconsistency and drama. We often get so caught up in the romance of a relationship that we miss the critical raw material of companionship. If he is a good man who respects, values and loves her, and if your daughter is happy, then it may be time to embrace and celebrate their relationship. And if it goes south later in life, promise yourself that you will never say, “I told you so.”
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A good friend recently told me that I cross my arms too much and it gives off a bad vibe. What the heck? I explained to her that first, I am always cold and this keeps me warm, and second, it’s comfortable to cross my arms. Now that I’m conscious of it; I’ve tried to do it less, but no luck. What is your opinion on this? Is there a chance that it’s a nervous habit? There’s truth to both sides of this argument. Body language experts often argue that crossing your arms implies that you are closed off and may communicate to others that you are distant or not interested in them. But at the same time, arm crossing can help turn up the heat and solve the problem of what to do with dangling arms. Either way, these maneuvers can become habits, just as the ways we cross our legs, use our hands and crook our heads tend to be habitual. A little mindfulness might be helpful: The next time you are in a social situation with your arms crossed, uncross them and pay attention to how comfortable you feel. If you feel discomfort but don’t want to convey that you are closed off, use it as a teaching moment. Figure out what is making you feel uneasy and develop strategies to make them more comfortable. Ask your close friends for help. They can gently point out (or secretly sign to you) when you cross your arms, so you can correct it. As with all habits, particularly comfortable habits, it can take a while to change, but at least by paying attention you can mix it up.
For about a year I have felt that my memory is getting progressively worse. I forget what I am doing, what I want to say, where I put things. I’m only 34, but I had a grandmother and great aunt who suffered from Alzheimer’s and dementia, so I’m worried. I know that having children and being a busy person can contribute to forgetfulness. Is there a way to test whether there is something more serious going on? If your memory problems are causing you significant difficulties with your life (e.g., you are not recalling information you need on a regular basis, consistently forgetting obvious material or putting yourself or others at risk because of your memory difficulties)—you may want to consider consulting with your primary care physician or a neurologist to rule out any significant issues. Be sure to communicate your family’s health history to your health care provider, as this information will help to identify your risk factors. Of course busyness could contribute to frustrating mental slips that occur during the day. Just like an overloaded computer that is simultaneously running too many programs, a stressed and tired brain that is attempting to multi-task will sometimes drop the ball, and that can manifest as forgetfulness. Practice good brain health: Make sure you get plenty of sleep and exercise, meditate, organize your environment, eat well and be kind to yourself. The brain can be like a muscle that gets sore and tired and doesn’t work as well if it’s not treated properly! Always consult with your physician if you are concerned about changes in your physical or mental health. Dr. Ramani Durvasula is a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in Santa Monica, California, and professor of psychology at California State University, Los Angeles, where she was named outstanding professor in 2012. She is the author of You Are WHY You Eat: Change Your Food Attitude, Change Your Life and Should I Stay or Should I Go? Surviving a Relationship with a Narcissist.
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always stumble over my words when someone asks where I grew up. As a grown woman, wife and mother I’m still unsure of where to place the label of “childhood home.” That’s because in 1989 my 10-year-old self experienced a feeling of uprootedness that I haven’t quite shaken almost 30 years later. The year my father told me we were moving from Wisconsin to South Carolina was the same year that a camera lens caught one man bravely standing alone in front of four tanks on Tiananmen Square. The Cosby Show and A Different World were in their heyday and relatively free of controversy. Awareness of South Africa’s institutionalized racism had begun to wash over our generally indifferent, anti-internationalist American culture as Pieter Willem Botha stepped down as the country’s president, raising hopes for Nelson Mandela’s release from prison. America seemed to be opening its eyes to the world in a new way that included a sort of nervous, happy anticipation that matched my own feelings regarding the move. But when we arrived at our gawkily arranged ranch house at the end of a dirt road in Orangeburg County, I was in for a rude awakening. Rural South Carolina was about as different from suburban Wisconsin as it was far away, and I was well into my late 20s when I finally began to think of the Palmetto State as a place where I would remain. My oldest son was 8 years old when my husband and I plucked him and his little brother out of a world he navigated with an alarming ease and plopped him down into a tall house at the other end of the state. It wasn’t halfway across the country, but the cultures in our current and former hometowns can give lifelong South Carolinians a dizzying sense of culture shock. One city has thrived by dogmatically sticking with what has worked for years, the other is known for its enthusiasm for new ideas. These differences seep into the everyday lives of the people who live in these places, literally down to the
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way people greet one another each day. The change hasn’t been easy for our Jack, and I’ve sometimes found myself wondering if we’ve irreparably tampered with his sense of “home” in the same way I once considered mine to have been damaged. Surprisingly, when I’ve shaken myself out of such worries I’ve found myself literally laughing out loud! It’s true that we still have an occasional moment when my husband and I find ourselves cradling the curls of a tearful third-grader who wants to go “home,” but when I use a wide-angle view I see that I can only count those moments on one hand. Just as I might not have fallen in love with horses or cheese grits if I hadn’t moved to the South, Jack might not have developed his obsession with chess or sea life if he’d never moved to Charleston. Most importantly, as I watch Jack draw himself a new navigational chart for his everyday activities, I realize that neither he nor I were actually uprooted from any real “home.” Our childhood cities of residence aren’t what fill the walls of our homes—we are, through memories, laughter and even new objects that we bring into our homes. If there isn’t an after school activity planned that sends us running out the door when Jack’s homework is complete, he always does the same thing. He looks at his brother, who has been waiting for his attention, smiles wryly, and says, “Come on, Bryant. Let’s go play _______,” filling in the blank with cars, or Legos, or whatever project the two have concocted. Home is where this happens, and I’m beginning to see that Jack is a lot faster at figuring this out than I ever was. Shani Gilchrist is a critic, essayist and freelance journalist, exploring the arts and issues around race and culture while roaming the Charleston peninsula with her husband and two sons. When she has spare time, she enjoys horses, discovering new restaurants and dabbling in photography. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter @shanirgilchrist.
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Time was of the essence, so Lee used an online design service called Havenly to go about decorating the apartment. After considering the floor plan, Havenly sends a list of product suggestions and the client purchases the items they want. For Lee, within three days a vision was conceived, feedback was given and voilĂ : an oasis in New York City.
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Based on her TV appearances, Lee, a food critic and cook, is exactly who you’d expect: delightful, happy, easy to work with and a master at whipping up a mean batch of healthy pancakes. When in New York City, she lets the city’s social vibe influence her as she chooses between hosting, heading out to sample new spots, or going to her tried and true Emilio’s Ballato. “In my new apartment, I’ve enjoyed cooking but not always. The other night, I wanted friends to come over. We got take out, put it in nice dishes and just hung out. People work themselves up too much over entertaining, thinking everything has to be perfect with an ambitious menu. What it’s really about is being together. People are happy to receive an invitation.” When camped out in the Hamptons, Lee is somewhat of a homebody. Everyone comes to her and for good reason: She throws down a good meal. New York is a long way from Lee’s childhood in Milton, West Virginia, a town of about 2,200 people, where her mom, grandparents, great aunt and uncle and great-grandmother lived in the same neighborhood. “My grandma was an amazing cook, and [she was] also my baby sitter. I was always in the kitchen with her; [the kitchen] is pretty much where I grew up and where my passion for food started,” says Lee. Her family spent days on the back porch stringing beans, canning tomatoes and making peach preserves and apple butter. “There was a sense of food and community, which brought us together. I think that’s why I identify with the Hamptons so much.” “The heart of the Hamptons are the farms; they’ve been there for hundreds of years. Even though it’s hard to make a connection between West Virginia and the Hamptons, that’s the connection for me. I feel very comfortable there,” explains Lee, who first discovered the Long Island retreat in her early twenties through her then-husband, who’s also responsible for Lee’s No. 1 girl. “Fionula was my ex-husband’s dog. She immediately bonded to me. I ended up getting him another dog named Sabrina. When we split up it was natural for me to take Fionula and for him to take Sabrina. Fionula did not like having a sister. She’s very happy to be an only child again.” Luckily for Fionula, Lee has not adopted an elephant or there might be an intense sibling rivalry. Lee serves as an ambassador to 96 Elephants, which is
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part of the Wildlife Conservation Society. With New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s support, Lee and other activists successfully campaigned to outlaw the sale of virtually all items containing ivory, whether from elephants or other animals in New York State. New Jersey, Vermont, Washington State and New Hampshire followed suit. “Hopefully, Hawaii will follow soon because they are one of the largest markets for ivory,” Lee says. “We can put ivory out of business; put poachers out of business. They have direct connections to terrorist groups; that is [one of the ways] they fund themselves. Ivory is more valuable than gold. It’s tragic.” Lee also volunteers for the New York Food Bank. “Around 45 million Americans are food insecure. I can’t imagine not volunteering with a group like this if you’re in the food business.” Lee is one of five co-hosts (alongside Sunny Anderson, Jeff Mauro, Marcela Valladolid and Geoffrey Zakarian) for The Kitchen now in its ninth season of production. Every month she heads to Montclair, New Jersey for a few days, joining her colleagues to film four episodes at a time. A new segment airs every week. Lee says she hopes people can relate to and identify with her recipes. “I’m a home cook. I don’t claim to be a professional chef. I certainly don’t call myself chef. I try to make food that is easy and accessible with healthy and good ingredients. I didn’t go to culinary school. I just make the kind of food I want to eat.” A majority of her time is spent developing recipes for The Kitchen, whether at home or at the Food Network test kitchen. The Kitchen is an emotional success for Lee. On the second episode, her mom made a guest appearance to made banana pudding pie with her daughter. Then there was Emeril Lagasse, who Lee and her grandfather watched together on Food Network. “When I went off to college, he would call and ask, ‘Did you see what Emeril made tonight?’ We bonded over him. When I met Emeril, I had already lost my grandfather and I felt so emotional. He was a part of our family life. Later, Emeril became my friend and was a guest on The Kitchen. It was a full circle moment for me. I only wish my grandpa could have turned on the TV and watched Emeril on my show.”
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Interior Designer ESTEE STANLEY’S Guide to the Perfect Home
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THE LOOK The first part of the design process is deciding what the look of the space will be. It’s where most homeowners either thrive or crash and burn. Some prefer modern, while others enjoy vintage. It’s all a matter of taste. The real key to a happy home, no matter what the aesthetic, is livability. Stanley says, “blending low-key luxe with comfortable items that don’t feel too uptight or precious” is the best way to achieve that. Homes are for living, so the key is to avoid making it a museum of precious artifacts. No one wants to live in a home filled with furnishings too valuable to enjoy. Having a space that’s “livable” doesn’t require sacrificing an ounce of chic flare; it is still possible to design the coolest house on the block. Homeowners should embrace their style where it matters the most, according to Stanley. “Compose a palette of natural finishes with vintage finds, interesting textiles and amazing artwork,” she says. Mixing different prints, materials and textures is an easy way to insert personal style without overdoing it, and it makes things easier when the time comes to spruce up the home’s outdated design. There is often tension around mixing modern and vintage décor, but there is a way to make the design look effortless rather than contrived. Balance is the endgame. “When it comes to using vintage pieces, only utilize the ones that speak to you directly, and use them in small doses to avoid creating a themed room,” says Stanley. The same tip goes for modern themes. Dancing on the line of both vintage and modern while intertwining the two through the landscape of the home is also a way to ensure the design will stand the test of time.
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Once the look is conceived, it’s time to map the layout. This is where space design gets tricky. Stanley puts functionality at the top of her list and says it’s the most crucial part of a furniture layout. Take seating for example. Homeowners who frequently entertain should make sure there is ample seating in the area where guests will gather. Ottomans are Stanley’s quick fix for rooms without enough space for multiple sofas or lounge chairs. “They provide flexible seating that can be moved around with ease but take up little space,” she says. When dealing with tight spaces, the best way to plan the layout is with a tape measure in hand. “Choosing furniture that is either too big or too small completely messes up the flow and balance of a room,” says Stanley. “Do your due diligence to ensure your coffee table isn’t too tiny next to your sofa or your mirror too wide to hang over your console.” Before purchasing furniture, use masking tape to map out the floor plan to get a visual of the potential flow of the room and to avoid buying and returning pieces that are too big or too small. There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to designing a space. For example, sometimes symmetry is pleasing to the eye and other times it takes away from a design scheme. The same applies to colors. Having a room painted in an ox blood color adjacent to a lime green room would probably be in bad taste. Stanley suggests looking at the home as a unit and deciding what works best to create “harmony and maximize visual flow” throughout the entire home.
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TIGHT SPACE What Brooklyn apartment doesn’t need to multi-task? Havenly designed this studio to fit the client’s needs: a professional area for cooking classes as well as a home. The black and white wall serves as a bold statement and a design anchor for the rest of the apartment. The open kitchen plan allows for entertaining in an organic away.
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STATEMENT PIECE This sitting area boasts a modern and sophisticated aesthetic with a few eccentric twists. A variety of mixed textures, artwork and artifacts that could easily compete stand united and strong in this loft.
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PERFECT PAIR A shared office with your significant other sounds like a catch-22 but it can work. Havenly employed a gender-neutral palette to create an imaginative “his and hers� workspace. Wintery whites are paired with accent pieces that lend to an atmosphere that is both efficient and serene.
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COLOR SPLASH This client sought pops of big, bold colors and fun pieces to match her personality. The wonderfully curated living room features bright patterned accents like a citrus-kissed dresser, lemon yellow loveseat and tropical novelties like a flamingo head. This is a happy abode.
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LIGHT SHOW By utilizing the natural light, bright colors and the room’s winning architectural components— paneled windows, French doors and high ceilings—this Connecticut sunroom becomes a relaxing space. The mid-century modern accents and herringbone rug accent the surrounding natural environment.
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After college Bergesen struggled to find her footing. She turned to running alongside friends and found herself through the sport. She raced post-collegiately and for a Seattle-based club for 10 years. The idea for Oiselle (launched in 2007) came after Bergesen had her second daughter and wanted to get back into shape and train with a team. “All of Oiselle has been created in the hopes that we can be a small part of that [sisterhood] for all women around the world. Apparel doesn’t make the sport or the sisterhood, but it’s a lot of fun and helps excite and motivate.” Oiselle’s commitment to sisterhood in sports led marathoner Kara Goucher to leave Nike after a 12-year sponsorship to align herself with them, and it also prompted Yale University’s Track & Field team to sign with Oiselle for the 2015-2016 school year. (As part of a school-wide partnership, Yale moves to Under Armour in the 2017-2018 school year.) Yet both moves solidified Oiselle as a company that’s in it for the long haul and with good people. At last count there were 20 employees at Oiselle, which reported a revenue of $10 million in 2014. “I’m not blown away by this number,” says Bergesen, whose brand strategy and marketing background gave her top billing with mammoth companies like Microsoft, Nordstrom and Starbucks, as well as numerous start-ups. “I’d like us to be a $50 million company.” Its apparel and gear cover all athletic needs from long sleeves to tanks, outerwear (sweatshirts, vests and jackets) and bottoms (track pants, tights and shorts), underwear, bras and even swimsuits. The colors and styles are equally vibrant in variety. While the numbers are a key part of measuring achievements, it is the company’s initiatives that speak volumes. For instance, statistics show a decrease in sport participation among women after high school and college. “That’s the time they need sports most: for confidence, health and interpersonal skills,” says Bergesen. Oiselle’s answer is to raise the bar on how its Volée team, a global community of women with diverse running backgrounds and competitive goals, supports other women through healthy competition and in daily actions. The Haute Volée (high flyer in French) initiative supports 30 elite athletes, some of which are competing for a spot at the 2016 Summer Olympic Games. At the USA Outdoor Track Championships in Eugene, Oregon, in July, Goucher is expected to run the 10,000 meter on the track. There will also be Oiselle-sponsored runners in the 800 meter, 1,500 meter and 3,000 meter steeplechase. “Any one of them could break through.” In the company’s early stages, Bergesen teamed up with Dr. Sarah Lesko, now in charge of corporate development. It was Bergesen’s “first experience of an influential woman partnering with me to create the dream. We didn’t need to challenge each other for power, but rather work together with our individual strengths.” Their partnership reminds her of a Tina Fey and Amy Poehler interview. “They talked about that: the incredible power that can come when two notable women support each other.” Replicating that in Oiselle could have infinite power for feminism and athleticism. M A N D V M A G . C O M M&V
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horoughbred horse racing is mostly a boys’ club. Men have a monopoly on jockeying, only three fillies have won in the Kentucky Derby’s 140-year history and few women have crossed over into ownership. But Sheila Rosenblum is on track to break that ceiling. “I went full speed ahead into the racing world. Plunged in head first with not a clue what I was doing, and almost drowned a million times,” she says. “I had no business getting into this business.”
After three years and 33 starts, Erik the Red, a horse named after Rosenblum’s son, delivered a purse of $200,000 in 2013. That same year, with trainer Linda Rice by her side, Rosenblum purchased a filly named La Verdad despite cautionary advice from her lawyer and several vets. La Verdad went on to be named the American Champion Female Sprint Horse at the 2015 Eclipse Awards, and won more than $1 million before retiring in early 2016. Rosenblum’s foray into the sporting world of racing is an anomaly. She has a background in dance, studying at The Royal Ballet School in London and the School of American Ballet in New York City. While waiting for her dance career to take off, she drifted into modeling. Her passion for horses was always strong, but her parents limited rigorous activities outside of ballet for fear of injury. An exit from ballet allowed her to finally take up riding. After her children were older, Rosenblum decided to take her love for riding to the next level. “I had this thought to start doing what I liked and try to get my own life apart from being a full-time mom,” says Rosenblum. The idea became a reality in 2010 when her then-husband offered to buy her a racehorse. Today Rosenblum owns Belmont Park-based Lady Sheila Stable (home to La Verdad, Erik the Red and four more horses), as well as Triumphant Trio, Lady Sheila Stable Two, both female ownership syndicates. For example, Lady Sheila Stable Two is comprised of eight female investors, including Jill Zarin, Diane Davis, Iris Smith and Linda Rice. “I wanted to give women the opportunity to do what the men do; enjoy the excitement of going to a track and being in a winner’s circle,” she says. When Rosenblum isn’t competing, she can be found working alongside New Vocations Racehorse Adoption, a nonprofit program that trains retired racehorses to become pleasure mounts. — Jonathan Urbina
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IMPACT Sourcing the WORLD After years in the corporate mass-market fashion world, Nicole Heim discovered her purpose and launched Cienne, a classic, easy-to-wear clothing brand that brims with happy conscience—just about the antithesis of her earlier career. The items are fabricated from textiles made by international artisans employing sustainable creative practices. With fellow designer and business partner Chelsea Healy, Heim brings the global fabrics to New York City to be locally made. The lifestyle business is a return to values and breathes new life into artisanal textiles.
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fter 14 years in the field of art and design and nearly a decade of working as a designer in New York City, I longed for my personal and professional values to align, and for my creative pursuits to be rooted in intention and imagination. I knew something wasn’t right, but had no idea how to pivot my life in a direction that I would feel proud of. Then in April 2014, my mother was unexpectedly diagnosed with an incurable stage 4 cancer. I took an immediate leave of absence and flew to my hometown in California. Within six weeks, her mind and body started to deteriorate. For the next eight months, I cared for her, as the disease slowly tore her apart. She fought hard, and so did we.
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alone and with few resources, focusing my time on qualified volunteer programs supporting efforts around water and sanitation, and female and economic empowerment, while simultaneously researching a more meaningful way to use business and design. It took a mere week into my time in Africa to feel something at a very deep level shift within me. One day I stumbled across a particularly remote village. What I found left me instantly mesmerized. Outside a humble house made of hay and mud was an elderly couple prepping natural cotton on age-old looms, creating textiles in the same way their culture had for centuries. After a decade of designing products that were mass-produced, this felt so refreshing to me.
Oddly, in addition to my complete despair, I felt a huge sense of relief. My perspective on life had completely changed. I felt newly grateful for the life that I still had ahead of me and I asked myself how I could find fulfillment in it. As I waded through this transitional time in search of my next steps, all I could hope was that this stage would allow me to follow my ideas through the many expressions that inspired me.
I began researching artisans and the cultural role textiles played in Ethiopia. These textiles are the result of a craft that has been perfected over hundreds of years. Due to the decline in local demand, the incredibly intricate art form and the fabric are dying trades. The more weaving I witnessed, the more I believed a modern aesthetic and a designer’s approach could lend new life to the traditional technique. I also believed that the idea extended far beyond the borders of Ethiopia.
In January 2015 I set off on an independent, three-month trip through rural Africa. I was
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