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F E A T U R E S 44 HELENA CHRISTENSEN Named after Helen of Troy, a woman whose beauty was so striking that it led to the Trojan war, Helena Christensen rose to superstardom as the girl with piercing eyes and an innate sense of sexy when she starred in Chris Isaak’s “Wicked Game” video in 1991. Prior to that she had been a model. After that, the supermodel, also a photographer, made a place for herself in rock ‘n’ roll history and in fashion history—and in all of history. Elizabeth Quinn Brown tells her story.

58 CHANEL EXHIBITION Brooke Kelly Murray and MacKenzie Pierce celebrate designer Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, often remembered in one of her trailblazing, iconic tweed blazers.

London’s V&A has dedicated an exhibition to the French couturière and the House of CHANEL through February 25, 2024.

64 BARBIE: THE ULTIMATE FASHION ICON Brooke Kelly Murray shares the story of Mattel’s iconic plastic, fashion sensation.

70 GOLDEN DOOR Micaela English details her rejuvinating wellness journey to California’s foremost luxury, high-end destination spa.

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74 HAUTE COUTURE MacKenzie Pierce reviews the most notable Fall 2023 couture collections shown during Paris Fashion Week.

82 AMERICAN STYLE Elizabeth Meigher offers a closer look at the inspiration behind designer Dennis Basso’s Spring 2024 collection.

86 FROM BOSTON TO THE BERKSHIRES Elizabeth Kurpis recounts her travels from the Newbury Boston to the Wheatleigh in Lenox.

92 TORY BURCH Robert Janjigian covers Tory Burch’s move into the luxury sector with the introduction of the Lee Radziwill bag.

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D E P A R T M E N T S 29 NOSTALGIA From Ali MacGraw and Ryan O’Neal sporting perfect Ivy League style in 1970’s Love Story, to guests donning head-to-toe leopard at Ramanoff ’s restaurant in Hollywood in 1950, a lively look back at fall happenings from the past.

32 JEWELRY Brightly colored baubles are the perfect way to welcome the cooler months.

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34 COATS Whether it’s suede you seek, single-breasted, fur, or even a cape—this season’s selection of toppers are sure to last a lifetime.

36 BOOTS A sleek pair of leather knee-high boots are a fall wardrobe staple.

37 SUNGLASSES Opt for a pair of oversized shades à la Jackie-O. 38 ACCESSORIES A well-chosen accessory can speak volumes without saying a word.

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40 CLUTCHES AND HANDBAGS Chic clutches and attractive top handles will help you soar this season and far into the future.

42 MEN’S APPAREL Take a cue from Robert Redford’s popped collar and classic fall look in Three Days of Condor.

98 Q FOCUS All of the best parties from SoHo, to the Upper East Side, to Palm Beach, Florida and everything in between.

106 BEAUTY Look and feel your best with beauty products that will keep your hair and skin glowing during the winter months.

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108 EVENING LOOKS Eye-catching evening attire for stepping out in style.

112 SHOPPING INDEX Track down items seen along these pages.

Elizabeth Gage will be coming to Palm Beach, Florida this November to present her collection of striking, inimitable jewellery at Club Colette.

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Lately I’ve been thinking about Merlin. Merlin was a Celtic Druid with supernatural gifts and wisdom. According to legend, his mother was a Welsh Christian princess, and his father was a demon. Merlin gained his magical powers from the demon but chose to use his supernatural ability for good, rather than evil. As King Arthur’s right-hand magic man, Merlin would advise not only on spiritual matters, but also on matters of politics and war.

Druids served as the inspiration for designer Gabriela Hearst’s recent resort and spring 2024 collections. Hearst discovered that women in Druid society were highly respected, as opposed to their Roman Empire counterparts, who were viewed primarily as “a uterus or a sex object”. Due to the high-ranking, ancient society’s oral history (a civilization said to include religious leaders, engineers, lawyers and scientists, and a belief that humans should be born with health care and the ability to be fed), Hearst said hard-to-find information on Druids lent itself to using fantasy and imagination. “I do think the ideals of Druid society would be something that translates very well today, especially when we’re in this apocalyptic scene,” Hearst stated during a preview of her Resort 2024 collection, the same day that menacing smoke overtook New York City and turned its skies orange.

While I am a follower of Judeo-Christian beliefs, I don’t think it’s sacrilege to appreciate how a being like Merlin, with the ability to read peoples’ true hearts, control the elements, see into the future, alter others’ perceptions of reality…—and who would use those abilities on the side of good, rather than evil—might be particularly useful in today’s day and age. Gabriela Hearst may be on to something with her appreciation for Druid lore.

Another remarkable force who will be forever remembered for her other-worldly, mind-blowingly sexy performance with crooner Chris Isaak in 1991’s “Wicked Game” is uber super-model, Helena Christensen. When Helena hit the beach with her cracked black nail polish, piercing green eyes, and Bardot-like mane of messy, long, dark hair, viewers went wild. It was something the world had never seen before—the antithesis to Helena’s typically bebop-iddy video protagonist predecessors. The Danish beauty (she was crowned Miss Denmark in 1986) was named after Helen of Troy, the daughter of Zeus whose beauty was so extraordinary that it led to the Trojan war. Helena started modeling at nine-years-old and is still hitting major catwalks 45 years later.

Q contributor Elizabeth Quinn Brown delivers Christensen’s story with candid reverence.

Another major beauty who boldly defied convention is none other than Barbie, brainchild of businesswoman and inventor Ruth Handler. The revolutionary doll emerged in 1959 and immediately altered her cultural landscape. Managing editor Brooke Kelly tells the story of the unparalleled symbol of style who has been everything from a doctor, to an astronaut, to a firefighter—and whose recent film, Barbie: The Movie, shattered box office records by grossing over $500 million domestically, making it the highest earning domestic release ever recorded by Warner Brothers.

Counterclockwise from top right: Aluminium chainmail dress For a well-deserved break from it all, travel with Elizabeth Kurpis

by Paco Rabanne, 1966; Barbie by Ralph Lauren, 1996; Golden to The Newbury Boston, the beloved landmark hotel on Boston’s reDoor spa in California; Gabriela Hearst Sascha leather boots, nowned Newbury Street that also houses Ken Fulk-designed rooftop $1,690; Princess Anne clearing a fence on her horse Doublet restaurant, Contessa. A mere two hours away is The Wheatleigh, a at the Badminton Horse Trials in Gloucestershire, England, 19-room Italian revival resort nestled in The Berkshire mountains.

1971; Carolina Herrera Oversized Square Acetate Polka-Dot The Gilded Age mansion was originally commissioned by real estate Sunglasses in Burgundy, $230; a look from Brandon Maxwell’s mogul Henry H. Cook in 1892 as a birthday present for his daughter, resort 2024 collection; Fred Leighton Collet Drop Earrings of and to this day remains a luxurious escape into nature for all who visit. silver over gold and white topaz, $2,000; Helena Christensen To look and feel your best while doing it all all year long, catch in Thierry Mugler by Herb Ritts, 1991; J.McLaughlin Micaela English’s piece on California’s highly acclaimed Golden Brielle Leather bucket bag, $328 at jmclaughin.com; Door Spa. A peek behind those two golden doors—and the chance Verdura Maltese Cross “Black & White” Cuffs, starting at to self-reflect, recharge, and rejuvenate—may be just what you need $57,500, visit verdura.com or call 212-758-3388. to start 2024 as good as gold. ◆

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Her work has appeared in publications like Architectural Digest, Billboard, Grazia UK, GQ, and The Wall Street Journal. She resides in Connecticut with her family and her French Brittany, Gemma. The former features editor of Quest and Q returns this issue to celebrate the career of Danish model, photographer, and Goodwill Ambassador Helena Christensen.

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Robert Janjigian > Robert Janjigian is a Palm Beach local and former

Shiny Sheet Fashion Editor for the Palm Beach Daily News. He has covered almost every top designer around. In this issue, he writes about Tory Burch, who has reached the top of the heap in just under 20 years due to a savvy business strategy and an ability to design appealing apparel and accessories.

Robert’s article focuses on Burch’s recent move into the luxury handbag segment, with the introduction of the Lee Radziwill range of purses and totes. In his free time, Robert enjoys witty banter and spending time with his favorite cat, Sebastian.

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Brooke Kelly Murray > Brooke is the Managing Editor of Quest and Q magazines. In this issue, she writes about Barbie, who’s been the ultimate style icon since Mattel’s release of the doll in 1959. Not to be missed are Brooke’s selection of jewelry and her coverage of the hottest parties-from New York to Palm Beach; or her roundup of the best new beauty products.

In her free time, Brooke enjoys golfing, traveling, and spending time with her pets.

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92 Elizabeth Kurpis > Elizabeth Kurpis may be a high-profile fashion lawyer by day, but she is equally known as a tastemaker on the New York fashion, art, and charity scenes. She has spent the last nine years donating her time to The Frick Collection and Memorial Sloan Kettering’s Associates Committee. When she has a moment to spare, she enjoys traveling with her husband and two children, Chicky and Hunter. In this issue, Elizabeth recaps her New England travels to the historic Newbury Boston and to the Wheatleigh, a Gilded Age mansion nestled in the heart of the Berkshires.

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2. TIFFANY & CO. SCHLUMBERGER This unique Croisillon Bracelet is an eye-catching statement piece; $55,000 at tiffany.com. 3. CARTIER Juste un Clou bracelet, small model in yellow gold, set with 20 brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.18 carat; $5,050 at cartier.com. 4. FRED LEIGHTON Signed Fred Leighton pear shaped white topaz collet set earrings; $2,000 at fredleighton. com. 5. TAMARA COMOLLI MIKADO Flamenco Charm Diamant Pavé bracelet in yellow gold with white diamonds; $19,800 at tamaracomolli.com. 6. ELIZABETH GAGE Mint Green Tourmaline Charlemagne Ring; $19,050 at elizabeth-gage.com. 7. WEMPE Electrify necklace by Wempe Casuals in 18k rose gold featuring 64 round brilliant-cut diamonds; $6,795 at wempe.com.

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1. GRAFF Tilda’s Bow Diamond Necklace in white gold; price upon request at graff.com.

2. HARRY WINSTON An ode to Mr. Winston’s first location, across the street from the magnificent St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the Cathedral necklace reveals the natural beauty of emeralds; price upon request at harrywinston.com. 3. GREENLEAF & CROSBY 1980s 18k White Gold Diamond Door Knocker Earrings; $75,000 at greenleafcrsoby.com.

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3. VALENTINO Golden Walk Knee-High Boot in bitter chocolate. Each step you take in this retro knee-high boot offers a golden flash thanks to a metallic plate on the sole, 2.5” heel, 14” calf; $2,100 at nordstrom.com. 4. GIANVITO ROSSI Santiago knee-high leather boots, 3.5” heel, 0.5” platform; $1,875 at mytheresa. com. 5.GUCCI Horsebit knee-high boots celebrate the house’s centenary year and equestrian heritage, 0.8” heel; $2,050 at gucci.com. 6. JONATHAN SIMKHAI Freyja 70MM Belted Leather Foldover Boots in black feature a 2.76” stacked heel and square toe; $745 at saksfifthavenue.com. 7. GABRIELA HEARST Sascha leather knee-high boots; $1,690 at mytheresa.com.

Step in Style Dorléac on October 22, 1943, and known professionally as Catherine Deneuve (she took her mother’s maiden name to differentiate herself from her two sisters), is an actress as well as a singer, model, and producer. Deneuve gained recognition for her portrayal of aloof and mysterious beauties for various directors, including Luis Buñuel, François Truffaut, and Roman Polanski—she is considered one of Europe’s greatest actresses. Above, she is photographed by David Bailey for Vogue in 1967 wearing a short plaid coat and kneelength boots by François Villon for Pierre Cardin.

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The movie plot loosely echoes their relationship, about Serge Fabergé (Gainsbourg), a 40-year-old director who leaves his pregnant wife to attend a festival in Venice. There, he meets Evelyne (Birkin), a young British woman with whom he initiates an affair, and who eventually leaves him for another man.

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permodel—one who has reigned with the likes of Kate Moss (the queen) since the 1990s. But she is also a photographer as well as a Goodwill Ambassador: she is gorgeous and she is creative, curious, and inspiring, too. And she’s even a little rock and roll… How do you say iconic in Danish? She shared with the BBC, “That is my life philosophy. Not to have any plans but to try to cram as many experiences in every moment I am given.”

Helena was born on December 25, 1968—on Christmas—in Copenhagen, Denmark, to a Danish father, Fleming Christensen, and a Peruvian mother, Elsa Christensen. The (future) most beautiful woman in Denmark was named for Helen of Troy—who, according to Greek mythology, was the most beautiful woman in Greece, causing the Trojan War. Designer Oscar de la Renta once said of Christensen, “She’s beautiful. She has a wonderful mixture of being half Peruvian and half I don’t know what or Brazilian. I love the color of

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her eyes. She’s such a beautiful girl.”

The Christensens, who came to include Helena’s sister, Anita, were a close, supportive foursome, embracing both the family’s European and South American roots. Together, they were adventurers. Helena shared with The Sunday Times’ Style magazine in 2011, “I grew up in a very emotional household, in the sense that we expressed exactly how we felt proudly. We were always traveling, even when I was a child, always in some airport sitting on suitcases with my sister, leaning up against one another at 3 a.m. in Bangkok. Nothing was ever planned.

My mum would be sitting next to someone she'd just met on the train and the next thing we'd be traveling across the world to meet them.”

She added: “It was total togetherness. We even took family showers.

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Helena modeled with her sister, Anita, as children. In 1986, she was crowned Miss Denmark, competing for Miss Universe (though, she didn’t win). She relocated from Copenhagen to Paris in 1988, where she was discovered by French photographer Friedemann Hauss in 1989. She secured her first Chanel campaign by 1990—a casting that was thanks to Karl Lagerfeld, himself. Between covers of Elle and Vogue, she filmed the famous (and wildly sexy) Chris Isaak “Wicked Game” music video. Shot in black and white by American photog-

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During this time, she commenced a relationship with Australian musician Michael Hutchence (of the band INXS, which sang “Need You Tonight”) in 1991. They dated, living between Denmark and Paris, until 1995. He died from suicide in 1997. Helena once described their time together as “joyful, sweet, deep and emotional” and with “total mental and physical chemistry.”

In 1996, she made her runway debut with Victoria’s Secret—the kingmaker or, rather, angel-maker of shows in the 1990s. She walked alongside Naomi Campbell and Stephanie Seymour as well as Claudia Schiffer, who sported the brand’s first fantasy bra, the “million dollar miracle bra.”

In 1998, Helena started dating American actor Norman Reedus (who is, perhaps, most famous for starring in AMC’s The Walking Dead).

He remembers the first time they met, which was arranged by mutual friends, sharing with Nylon in 1999, "When she came into the restaurant, I didn't wanna look at her. She was sitting right across the table, and I didn't want to look at her, because I knew if we started up a conversation, it would be serious from that time on. I was just cowardly."

Christensen and Reedus welcomed their son, Mingus Lucien Reedus, on October 13, 1999. (Also in 1999, Helena co-founded Nylon magazine and became its creative director.) Mingus was named for jazz musician Charles Mingus. Mingus’ parents (who were never married)

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split in the early 2000s, continuing to raise Mingus as co-parents in New York. Helena shared with The Guardian in 2002, “We're both Capricorns, and we both have Scorpio rising. We've been told that's the worst combination. We're both stubborn as mules, and we argue for hours. It's volatile, but it keeps you on your toes.”

Mingus fared OK, eventually following his mother into modeling, himself, for the likes of Tom Ford, Calvin Klein, and Raf Simons.

Following Norman, Helena returned to dating musicians. First, Rasmus Walter Hansen (of Aarhaus) and, then, Jon Bon Jovi, Guy Berryman (of Coldplay), and Paul Banks (of Interpol). She shared with the BBC one of her dream dates, “The countryside, really, in England is amazing. The countryside in many places in the world.

You know, fire on, good bottle of wine, classic music, and a horror movie.” And what does she serve? Her signature dishes are Moroccan chicken, Peruvian vegetable soup, and pasta alla Genovese.

In 2011, Helena reunited with the icons of the 1990s—Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell, Eva Herzigova, and Yasmin Le Bon (wife of Duran Duran’s Simon Le Bon)—for Duran Duran’s “Girl Panic” music video, which was directed by Jonas Åkerlund. It’s an absolute feast of glamour and rock culture (which is to say, please, Google it and watch it). Some of these supers, among others, would reunite again for Versace’s show at Milan Fashion Week in Spring 2018, which served as Donatella Versace’s tribute to the late

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Gianni Versace. Cindy, Helena, and Naomi were joined by Carla Bruni and Claudia Schiffer. I mean, is there anything like the faces that defined fashion in the 1990s? Clearly, we’re still obsessed with them, decades later.

Helena has supported the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (or, UNHCR) since 2015, becoming a Goodwill Ambassador in 2019.

She has traveled to countries like Colombia, Jordan, Rwanda, and Ukraine, to support refugees, personally, while furthering the cause through her photography and writing—which have been published internationally.

To clarify, her photography has always been interlinked with her modeling. She has reported that each experience has informed (and continues to inform) the other. Each, an adventure for the impassioned Helena. She shared with Whitewall magazine in 2019, “My son and dog are my favorite subjects. I can shoot them again and again, but my son won’t really let me anymore. The dog is also a bit over it and turns her head away when I approach her. I once photographed the king of Dubai riding through the desert on his horse. I was next to him the whole way, hanging sideways off a jeep, driving full speed through dust and sand clouds. I was pretty scared and my adrenaline was going crazy, but it was an amazing experience.”

In her 50s—and with 18 Vogue covers under her (designer) belt—Helena isn’t slowing down. There are many more adventures for her to have. ◆

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Counterclockwise from top right: Helena Christensen and her son, Mingus Lucien Reedus, modeling for the Victoria's Secret Mother's Day campaign in May, 2021; the mother and son duo modeling for Marcell Von Berlin's Suits collection in October, 2022; Christensen and Chloë Sevigny at the Chanel Tribeca Film Festival Artists Dinner, 2019; Christensen In 'O Sole Mio' By Xavi Gordo For Elle France, June 2014; Christensen, Linda Evangelista, and Christy Turlington for Versace, 1991; Christensen dressed in a vintage Thierry Mugler strapless top and bottoms (ones she first wore in 1991), New York City, 2018. Opposite page, from above: Helena Christensen, Stephanie Seymour, Karen Mulder, Naomi Campbell, Claudia Schiffer, and Cindy Crawford by Peter Lindbergh for Vogue, 1991; a quick touch up backstage in 1993; Christensen with her

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During her lifetime, Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel—fashion designer and founder of her namesake Chanel brand—embodied the epitome of the modern working woman. Through her timeless color choices, structured fabrics, and subtle detailing, she encapsulated what it means for a woman to be a professional. Throughout her 60-year career—which spanned from the brand’s founding in 1910 to her death in 1971—Gabrielle Chanel became one of the most notable designers of the 20th century and a trailblazer for women’s business attire, credited for popularizing a sporty chic look as a feminine style in the postWorld War I era. Most notably, as a

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working woman, she was designing first and foremost for herself and her own lifestyle, creating clothes fit for an independent and active routine. Expanding beyond couture, Gabrielle Chanel eventually added fragrances, leather accessories, and jewelry to the brand’s offerings.

Currently on display at the Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A) in London is Gabrielle Chanel. Fashion Manifesto, an exhibition dedicated to the evolution of the work of Gabrielle Chanel, from the establishment of the House of Chanel and the opening of her first millinery boutique in Paris to the showing of her final collection in 1971. Featuring over 200 looks seen together for the first time— including one of the earliest surviving Chanel garments from 1916, an early example of Chanel’s ground-breaking evening trousers, and costumes designed

by Chanel for the Ballets Russes production of Le Train Bleu in 1924—the exhibition will run through February 2024. “As one of the most successful fashion houses in existence, Chanel owes much to the templates first laid down by its founder Gabrielle Chanel, over a century ago. We are delighted to be partnering with Chanel and the Palais Galliera on this exhibition, which provides us with the opportunity to explore the origins and elements of this enduring style and to display little-known historic Chanel garments from the V&A collection,” commented Tristram Hunt, Director of the V&A. Divided into 10 themed areas, each section within the exhibition tells its own story. “Towards a New Elegance” focuses on Gabrielle Chanel’s early days as a milliner, while others, like “The Emergence of a Style,” look into her initial designs for Chanel. “The Invisible Accessory” discusses the impact of Chanel’s debut of the world’s best-selling perfume

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N°5 and the launch of the brand’s makeup collection in 1927, while “The Suit” spotlights the defining garment of Gabrielle Chanel’s post-war contribution. Each section demonstrates how multifaceted Gabrielle Chanel was in her designs and how her work has continued to live on so successfully for decades.

Ultimately, it is no surprise that Gabrielle Chanel has built such a widespread legacy for herself. As a female trailblazer in clothing and fashion design during a time in which women’s societal roles were changing, the empire she created was no small feat.

Gabrielle Chanel’s ability to enter an industry with such power is reflective of her creativity and agility as a businesswoman. “Gabrielle Chanel devoted her long life to creating, perfecting and promoting a new kind of elegance based on freedom of movement, a natural and casual pose, a subtle elegance that shuns all extravagances, a timeless style for a new kind of woman. That was her fashion manifesto, a legacy that has never gone out of style. Her success was based not only on the functionality, comfort and chic elegance of her designs, but also on her ability to grasp and interpret the needs and desires of the women of her time,” said Miren Arzalluz, Director of the Palais Galliera. u

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Barbie has dominated the airwaves over the past year, thanks to the release of the eagerly anticipated film helmed by director Greta Gerwig. Barbie: The Movie, which hit screens on July 21st, shattered box office records upon its release, bringing in over $500 million domestically, the highest grossing domestic release ever for Warner Bros. Pictures. The cinematic gem stars Margot Robbie as Barbie and Ryan Gosling as Ken, offering an exploration of the narrative behind Mattel’s iconic plastic

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doll. The brainchild of Ruth Handler, Barbie came into existence on March 9, 1959, immediately altering the cultural landscape.

Barbie’s emergence unfolded during the height of the battle for gender equality when women were predominantly confined to traditional caretaker roles and expected to dress conservatively.

But the pioneering Barbie doll boldly defied convention. Her matured physique and audacious fashion choices—a black-andwhite swimsuit, high heels, hoop earrings, and makeup—were revolutionary, pushed boundaries, and made Barbie a style icon. Over time, she ventured into diverse professions, becoming the first female astronaut, doctor, and firefighter. Through the ever-shifting currents of her career, Barbie has remained an unparalleled symbol of style, leaving an indelible mark on the fashion industry.

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Her fashion journey, from the opulent attire of the ’60s to the active, career-driven looks of the ’80s and ’90s, has mirrored the changing American culture. Collaborations with designers like Ralph Lauren and Oscar de la Renta, each creating their unique Barbie dolls in 1996 and 1998, respectively, underscore her significance. She also catalyzed the “Barbiecore” fashion trend—a phenomenon characterized by unabashedly pink and feminine elements.

Though not new, Barbiecore achieved renewed vigor in 2022, infiltrating celebrity ensembles and haute couture runways like Valentino’s resplendent Pink PP collection. Even retailers have joined the celebration, with Bloomingdale’s recently unveiling a dedicated Barbie-inspired pop-up shop. Through it all, Barbie persists as a cultural touchstone, a dynamic emblem inspiring generations to embrace self-expression and celebrate diversity through fashion. ◆

Margot Robbie recreates the original Barbie look in Barbie: The Movie; a vintage Barbie ad (inset). Opposite page, clockwise from above: Margot Robbie as Barbie looks out to Barbie Dreamland in the film; a vintage ad showing Barbie and Ken; Barbie in Gold Disco Jumpsuit; Ryan Gosling as Ken and Margot Robbie as Barbie in

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The iconic luxury escape of wellness seekers, tech titans, CEO’s, and Hollywood moguls might be just the experience you need to have on your travel radar this year. by

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Have You Been to the Golden Door?

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Hikes winding through trails lined with avocado trees,

kumquat gardens, wildlife, and in the distance the rumbling waves of the Pacific Ocean. Bamboo forests aflame with dragonflies softly skimmering along serene wooden bridges. Koi ponds full of citrus colored fish. A stone-stepped walkway to a yoga studio in the sky. A golden door (furnished in copper and brass), embellished with crystals and gemstones, opening to a four-day luxury wellness stay that left a profound impression on my perspective of life and self.

Tucked away in San Marcos, California (outside of San Diego) lives 600 acres of native hills, meadows, Japanese gardens, citrus groves, and over 30 miles of private trails at the iconic oasis, the Golden Door.

“Golden Door exists to change lives. Our focus is for you to come experience a transformation of mind, body, and spirit during your stay and leave a different person; energized and excited to embrace your life ahead.” Those words on the property’s website struck a chord while preparing for my stay. I was in need of a mental and physical reset, having hit a bit of stagnant energy in my life… I was excited to reignite.

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My first night over an organic dinner in the ryokan-style dining room (where all guests dress in traditional Yakata robes printed in the property’s signature navy and white pattern) felt like I had just joined a secret wellness society. “How did you hear about the Golden Door?” me and the other female guests shared stories of friends who had been there, many of the guests returning for their 3rd, 5th, and 10th visits. Devotees of “The Door” (as insiders call it) include Oscar-winning actors, business leaders, movers, shakers, tech titans, wellness moguls, CEOs, and humans from all over the world.

Unlike other wellness destinations, the Golden Door provides the most bespoke approach I’ve yet to experience. Each morning starts with an optional hike, beginning promptly at 5:45 a.m. The hikes were unexpectedly the highlight of my stay, encompassing the early morning California sun rising, challenging uphill hatchbacks, crisp mountain air and even cooler—conversations shared with my hiking group. As a New Yorker, I do my best to get my 10,000 steps in every day, but it was something else to have that goal achieved by 7:15 a.m.

At The Door, every guest’s daily activities are customized according to their respective journey and goals—chosen from a menu of activities for the body and mind (some of my favorites included Broadway dancing, the self-love workshop, outdoor HIIT, and pilates). There are also many one-on-one activities. My daily personalized sessions

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included: personal training (my fabulous trainer Kat and I practiced running intervals, during which she taught me new routines that I could take home and apply in the gym in my building in NYC), a massage (done in the comfort of your room), facial (in the spa), and an herbal wrap (15 minutes of being wrapped in steamy rosemary towels, instantly feeling debloated, less tense, and in a meditative state).

The cuisine and meals were fresh, colorful, and tailored to your body’s individual needs. Pre-arrival, each guest fills out a questionnaire about dietary restrictions and calorie allotment goals. Some of my favorite food highlights included the Bento bowl, miso cod, the Golden Door’s signature immunity broth (spicy and filling), and the hot ginger tea served after dinner (chock-full of fresh ginger and great for digestion).

As I left feeling healthier, invigorated, goal-centric, and with glowing skin, I carried with me the formidable bonds I had created with other women and friends, and the newfound knowledge that community and human connection are as integral to our wellness journey as physical exercise. Quite simply, I got my fire back. ◆ Clockwise from top left: The meditation Labyrinth; personalized program; Micaela stands before the “Golden Door.” Opposite page, from above: Exterior view of the resort’s accommodations; the outdoor swimming pool.

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Our favorite Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2023-2024 shows in Paris.

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Valentino Valentino’s Haute Couture FW 23-24 show was held at the breathtaking Château de Chantilly. The extravagant collection—coined “Un Château” by Creative Director Pierpaolo Piccioli—emulated the venue as models walked down the lavish stairs and around the main gardens. A house, not the house, is defined as a place—often reconceptualized— similar to the morphology of fashion. (Not necessarily about the literal structure of a house, or in Piccioli’s case, the clothing, but more about these objects on a metaphysical plane.)

Piccioli’s precision in the positioning of the models on such a long runway was an interesting contrast from the generalities he depicted in the show’s theme. Focusing on the importance of humanity, people make a place feel like home, and similarly the models share that same duty in bringing the racks of clothing to life. Following the house theme, plunging necklines and thigh slits allowed fabrics to serve as curtains, beautifully draping the body. Vibrant colors, bejeweled hair, and sleeves acting as flower bouquets were also present. Yet uniformity was still maintained with bowed flats resembling house slippers and large dangling silver earrings in the majority of the 76 looks. Valentino’s “Un Château” embraces human fluidity and ambiguity, representing timeless haute couture.

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Looks from Chanel’s Haute Couture Fall/Winter 20232024 collection.

CHANEL The venue for Virginie Viard’s Haute Couture FW 23-24 runway certainly paid homage to Paris and the women who make up the city. Colorful cobblestone on Port de la Conference, remarkable views of the Seine, and the Eiffel Tower provided a stunning background for the show, which featured 48 looks. The collection played with traditional codes of Chanel while challenging both color and symmetry. Viard held both darker and more vibrant colors together, and demonstrated her masterful understanding of texture and discretion when necessary.

Models ditched their iconic Chanel handbags for flower baskets, while one was even accompanied by a dog. Mimicking the versatility of the Parisian woman, this collection executed professionalism while incorporating whimsy. Tweed remained one of the most popular materials on the runway, and while there were traces of the traditional Chanel design elements, the show reached a turning point to display a more rigid form. Scarves and sparkles accompanied breathable fabrics that swayed from the river’s wind. A gorgeous black layered gown closed out the show and when all the models came out, they were paired in such a way that the looks melted into one another. The goal of the show, as Viard said, was “handing down emotions, bringing the most unlikely elements together, doing things your own way, just dreaming.”

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Giambattista Valli Giambattista Valli unveiled his Haute Couture FW 23-24 collection at the new Paris headquarters. The stunning location paired well with featured looks that followed a general theme of elegance and opulence. Valli honed in on the enduring nature of couture, and timeless looks in this collection solidified that idea. Along with big sleeves, ruffles, and puffs, he brought a new dimension to the show— one of weightlessness. Seeming as if the models were floating along the cream-colored carpet, the dresses carried well with movement. The construction and creativity allowed the pieces to each have some sort of focal point. The angling and placement of bows or capes was vital to furthering that classic couture style. There is a consistency with Valli’s works, especially in making the garments something to adorn the body.

Bare-chested models represented a simplicity to the body that this collection was able to bring to life. Yet, there wasn’t a lack of accessories.

Earrings that completely covered the ear and gem armbands were intricately placed to bring uniformity among the looks. From the stunning contrasted, asymmetrical opening dress to a feathered heart resembling a pair of angel wings, the presentation was extraordinary. Beautiful, lace gowns filled the runway while some models donned edgier looks like a sparkled catsuit and a full silver fringe pantsuit. Valli successfully transformed the runway to a dreamlike world-one that can only be captured in the heart of Paris.

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Dior Dior’s Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2023-2024 collection has shifted the boundaries between the past and present by cultivating a world like those depicted in Homer’s great epics. Titled “Ancestors of a Time to Come,” the show proved a contemplation of ancestry, the human tendency of seeking exploration, and the undeniable attraction to the natural world. With rich environmental elements, the presentation broadened its focus beyond fashion and into the history of making a myth. Creative Director Maria Grazia Chiuri reframed the idea of femininity, presenting unmatched attention to detail. The consistency in the attire echoed Christian Dior’s initial mission of subtleness, but added Chiuri’s own touch that emphasizes comfort. Each model walked the runway in a hierarchy of goddesses and divinity, returning fashion to more natural elements. Homogenized, earthy colors boded well with pleated and lacey textures. There was a consistent method of layering garments like blazers, capes, or even robes. The flowy silhouettes were coupled with carefully ornamented jewelry and synchronous hair styling.

A focus on feeling the clothing rather than seeing it made the clothes truly part of the wearer, serving as a second skin. In collaboration with Italian artist Marta Roberti who adorned the walls of the Musee Rodin with spectacular drawings of plantlife and wildlife, ateliers from the Chanakya School of Craft in Mumbai brought the designs to life through embroidery. “I represent myself in the guise of various ‘archaic goddesses,” said Roberti. Chiuri welcomed a beautiful harmony between the set design and the clothing displayed, and the models emulated this while they walked. u

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Clockwise from top left: C.Z. Guest and Cornelia Guest attend the Costume Institute Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 1981, reimagined as inspiration for Dennis Basso’s Spring-Summer 2024 collection; C.Z. Guest wears a Mainbocher evening coat while playing with her dog, Tiger, at home on Long Island in 1988; Ali MacGraw and Cornelia Guest at an event for the Humane Society of New York. Opposite page: Dennis Basso and Cornelia Guest walk the runway during the designer’s

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C.Z. Guest Few have better exemplified great American style than C.Z. Guest. She was classically beautiful- tall, blonde, and trim, with cool blue eyes, pale skin, and a strong jawline that matched her self-assured demeanor. She is forever remembered for her impeccable taste, sharp wit, and enduring sense of style. Born Lucy Douglas Cochrane in 1920, her brother nicknamed her “Sissy”, which she embraced and later transformed into “C.Z.”—a moniker that eventually became part of her persona. The daughter of a prominent Boston family, C.Z. refused to fall into the fold of expectations. After graduating from the exclusive Fermata School (an all-girls boarding school in Aiken, SC), she was voted glamour girl of the Massachusetts North Shore in 1939. The title sparked her interest with the stage, leading to a performance in Broadway’s 1944 Zigfield Follies. She moved to Holywood and spent six months signed with 20th Century Fox (although she never appeared in a film).

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Clockwise from top left: Mrs. Winston F.C. Guest wrapped in a chinchilla fur stoll, photographed by Louise Dahl-Wolfe, 1955; Cornelia Guest walks the finale of Dennis Basso’s Spring-Summer 2024 runway show; C.Z. Guest, Halston,

Flynn…) and posed for famous artists—before eventually marrying handsome polo player Winston Frederick Churchill Guest. The two married in Havana, Cuba in 1947 (Ernest Hemingway was the best man). Of her three-time, World Champion Polo player husband (who was a cousin of England’s Prime Minister, Sir Winston Churchill), C.Z. once said, “I was absolutely crazy about him. My God, he was devastating”. The couple split their time between Palm Beach, FL and Old Westbury, NY where equestrian C.Z. rode horses and kept immaculate gardens. She was often seen wearing elegant outfits by Mainbocher (to whom she remained loyal for his simple styles and fine tailoring), or jodhpurs and riding boots paired with a white T-shirt or a fitted button-down—her unfussy, clean-cut “look” became the standard of All-American style.

C.Z. had two children, a son, Alexander, and a daughter, Cornelia.

Cornelia not only inherited her mother’s blonde hair and beauty, but she also shares her sense of adventure and zest for life. At the 1981-82 Waldorf Astoria’s annual Debutante Cotillion benefitting the Infirmary-Beekman Downtown Hospital, Cornelia and C.Z. decided to pass on the portion where debutantes carry candles and align crouched on the ground in white dresses—opting instead for

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the more relaxed scene at Studio 54 (why should Cornelia sit on a dusty floor in her pretty Carolina Herrera gown?). Cornelia danced the night away (although after slipping on the dance floor, ended up in a dirty dress and a trip to Madame Paulette’s dry cleaner the following day).

Cornelia shares her mother’s love of dogs and animals (Cornelia has long been associated with the Humane Society of New York), the outdoors, gardening, and theater (she’s appeared in Twin Peaks and American Horror Stories, to name a few). She is an accomplished equestrian, and naturally—she has inherited her mother’s sense of style. Sporty and outdoorsy by day, effortlessly chic by night. Having grown up taking style tips from Halston, and with access to her mother’s closet and friends like Carolina Herrera, fashion was always part of her life.

Like C.Z., Cornelia is a good friend and loyal follower of the people she believes in—one of whom is the vibrantly talented designer, Dennis Basso. Cornelia first met Basso when C.Z. took teenaged Cornelia to see his show at The Regency Hotel in 1983. The two became fast friends and before long were hitting the town together, enjoying nights that started with dinner at Le Cirque or “21”, and ended in dancing at Le Club or Studio 54.

For his Spring-Summer 2024 collection, Dennis Basso was inspired by “the style and grace of great American families, especially C.Z. and Cornelia Guest”. Known for his perpetual spirit and unqualified glamour, Basso looked to a photo of the mother-daughter duo from the 1981 Met Gala, artfully weaving it into his latest runway show. Trends may come and go, but as the designer and his muse walked hand-inhand down the runway, one everlasting truth seemed clear—along with forty years of friendship, Cornelia Guest and Dennis Basso share an eye for style that withstands the test of time. u

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that runs through the minds of those who take part in city life, whether through permanent residence or travel, it’s that distinct feeling of needing to balance the sometimes-overwhelming urban energy against a simpler, slower-paced country experience. In other words, it’s difficult to have one without the other. This was precisely what The Leading Hotels of the World had in mind when they coordinated a trip this summer to two of their most prized U.S. properties: The Newbury Boston and The Wheatleigh.

For those unfamiliar with The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW.com), the group is comprised of more than 400 hotels in over 80 countries. It is the largest collection of independent luxury hotels, ranging from converted former palaces and countryside retreats—to gleaming skyscrapers in dynamic urban centers, serene private island escapes, glamorous tented camps, and beyond. In fact, 85% of the collection’s hotels are family-owned, 95% are independently-managed, and many are run by third, fourth, or fifth generation family members of the property’s original owners (think Gstaad Palace, Baur au Lac, and Le Sirenuse, three of the group’s most popular and well-known destinations).

The first stop on our town and country tour was The Newbury Boston, located in a landmarked tower with magnificent views of Boston’s neighboring Public Garden. The hotel is a stone’s throw from Copley

From above: A view of Boston’s Public Garden from The Newbury Boston Hotel; The Newbury Boston Hotel’s entrance on Newbury Street. Opposite page: writer Elizabeth Kurpis passes by the fountain in the horseshoe entrance of The Wheatleigh hotel

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Square, The Boston Public Library, and (of course) Newbury Street— an eight-block stretch that famously houses Boston’s finest designer boutiques, art galleries, and cafés. What makes the hotel particularly unique, however, is what’s on the inside. The Newbury Boston has curated its own collection of cultural and culinary treasures right under its own roof. The lobby and public space feature a unique selection of artwork, chief among which is a series of portraits by renowned photographer Yousuf Karsh. For the first time his photography is on display outside of a museum or private collection.

After a day of exploring the best of what city life has to offer, we had worked up quite an appetite. Luckily, Major Food Group—the hospitality company launched by Mario Carbone, Rich Torrisi, and Jeff Zalaznick (think impossible-to-get-into restaurants like Carbone, The Pool, and Crown Club) have assembled two seriously stylish inhouse culinary options to satiate every need. Cocktails at The Street

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Bar are a must– the warm and intimate setting complete with classic leather bar stools, a cozy fireplace, and dark wood accents will transport you back to a 1920s speakeasy from the past. Afterwards head upstairs to Contessa, the hotel’s rooftop restaurant where we enjoyed world-class Italian fare in a glass-enclosed interior set against sweeping views of Boston’s city skyline.

Clockwise from lower left: The Street Bar at The Newbury Boston merges traditional charm with modern edge; Contessa, the Newbury Boston’s Art Deco-style rooftop restaurant, features floor-to-ceiling windows and a retractable roof. Ken Fulk designed the space with an era of three-martini lunches and high teas in mind—guests enjoy Italian-inspired fare over sun-soaked city views by day, and a dazzling skyline by night; looking down Newbury Street in Boston’s elegant Back Bay neighborhood.

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From above: The 19-room Wheatley hotel is reminiscent of a Florentine palazzo. It was originally commissioned by real estate mogul Henry H. Cook in 1892 as a birthday present for his daughter, and fashioned after their family’s ancestral Italianate-style country home in Wheatley, Oxfordshire; Wheatley’s Terrace Suite features a spacious bedroom and sitting area that opens up to a 40-foot covered

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Following a whirlwind stay in Boston’s metropolis, we were ready for an escape to the serenity of greener pastures in western Massachusetts. For the two-hour trip ahead, we were sent on our way with charming picnic baskets graciously packed with lunchtime treats by the Newbury Boston’s catering team (that sort of personal touch makes all the difference when traveling). Our destination?

The Wheatleigh hotel, a Gilded Age mansion in the Italianate-style tucked between the Berkshire Mountaintops in rural Lenox, Massachusetts. Comprised of just 19 rooms, it felt as though we were entering a not-so-humble abode from a bygone era when crossing under the wrought iron, Art Nouveau canopy and past the Tiffany stained glass windows. By far the most remarkable room is the Aviary Suite. Formerly an actual aviary when the property operated as a private residence, the two-story structure has been converted into an oasis with a sculptural glass-enclosed circular staircase leading to a second-floor bedroom that overlooks the Frederick Law Olmsted-designed gardens. Yes, that Mr. Olmsted—the landscape architect behind New York’s Central Park.

secluded, tree-lined clearing; the Portico restaurant at the Wheatleigh comprises just eight tables and an inspired menu by chef Jeffrey Thompson. Opposite page: writer Elizabeth Kurpis.

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From above: The Wheatleigh’s heated, outdoor pool is located in a

Although our first day’s lack of sunlight did not permit use of the the oval-shaped pool off the western garden or the wooden swings flung over a large oak tree beside it, we were still offered plenty of offsite options to occupy our time. One can tour Edith Wharton’s “cottage”, The Mount, or visit the Norman Rockwell Museum in nearby Stockbridge. Tanglewood, another popular attraction, is only minutes from The Wheatleigh, and draws modern talents like Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga during the Summer and Fall months.

Come nightfall, cocktails are offered on the back terrace overlooking the great lawn along with meals prepared by new executive chef Nate Grant, who hails from San Ysidro Ranch in Montecito, California. (Perhaps Mr. Grant can also provide some royal tea with his dinner service? As this is the same Ranch that a certain Prince Harry is known to frequent with his theater-loving Duchess.) Don’t skip out on pastry chef Elizabeth Grant’s confections either—her team earned one Michelin star during its time at Rosewood Miramar Beach. That star shone brightest during turndown when guests were presented with homemade chocolate truffles and delectable almond financiers on their beside tables. What a sweet way to cap off our evenings after touring town and country with The Leading Hotels of the World! ◆

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On the American fashion scene, a designer has reached the pinnacle of the business, when the mention of his or her first name conjures a clear look or attitude with a wide audience. Think Ralph, Donna, Calvin, Marc, and—then there’s Tory.

Indeed, Tory Burch has reached the top of the heap in just under 20 years, thanks to a savvy business strategy and an ability to make appealing apparel and, especially, the bread-and-butter segment of luxury fashion houses—accessories.

When Burch launched her label out of a single and quite singular in-style NoLita boutique with bright orange doors in 2004, her focus was on sparkly tops and retro-chic prints, mostly separates From above: A colorful array of Tory Burch Reva Ballet Flats (the shoe that helped launch the designer’s career), named after Tory Burch’s mother, Reva Robinson; Tory Burch’s Lee Radziwill Double Bag featured in tweed. The bag composed of layers that unfold like the collar of a trench coat—a style often worn by Lee Radziwill, a woman who Tory always admired and for whom the bag was named; Tory Burch at age six with her mother, Reva.

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and one key item: the Reva ballet flat. The shoe with a round toe and T-emblem was named after her mother, Reva Robinson. The Reva was an immediate hit across the country, and hastened Burch’s rise as a People Magazine persona. Oprah, the ultimate shopper (and a fan of the Reva flat) booked Burch early on her talk show, making Tory Burch’s Reva flats one of her “favorite things” in 2010, and blowing up the Tory Burch E-commerce site (Burch has released a variation of the ballet flat in every collection since founding her namesake company).

As a former public relations pro for Seventh Avenue labels, Burch understood the power of exposure to the masses… which would give her a clean identity and a healthy bottom line. Her company is now estimated to be a $3 billion enterprise.

Clockwise from top left: A look from Tory Burch’s Fall 2023 runway; the Petite Lee Radziwill Cat Eye Bag in blue, $399 at toryburch.com; Tory Burch Claire Ballet Flats in light sand, $248 at toryburch.com; Tory Burch speaking in New York City, 2017.

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Of Lee Radziwill, Tory Burch says, “There was a simplicity to the way she dressed, but it was never boring— she always looked like herself.” After debuting in 2018, Tory Burch’s Lee Radziwill bag (nicknamed “the Lee”) remains a hit. A little bit undone, drape and volume are

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Counterclockwise from top right: Tory Burch’s Petite Lee Radziwill Double Bag in black, $598 at toryburch.com; Lee Radziwill sporting her effortless style in New York City, 1973; Tory Burch carrying a Lee Radziwill Double Bag in Italy, 2019; Lee Radziwill Double Bag in cream, $1,098 at

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Clockwise from top left: A model holds the Petite Lee Radziwill Double Bag in Tiramisu, $598 at toryburch.com; Lee Radziwill exiting a car at her house in London, 1976; Lee walks ahead of her sister, Jackie Kennedy Onassis, on

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Steady growth over the past 19 years and a sure hand produces desirable pieces for everyone from Boomers to Gen-Zers, a truly enviable range of customers. Price points aren’t crazy either.

So, Burch’s recent move into the luxury handbag segment, with the introduction of another well-named accessory—the Lee Radziwill range of purses and totes— cannot be dismissed as an anomaly. Tory Burch’s version of bags named for a stylish woman, in the vein of the Kellys and Birkins of Hermès, Gucci’s

“Jackie”, Ralph Lauren’s “Ricky”, and Marc Jacobs’s “Stams” and “Karlies”, most notably.

“I have always admired Lee,” says Burch, who met Radziwill about fifteen years ago. “She was fearlessly unique and could make anything look chic and elegant.” Some Radziwill bags have an “undone” draped quality, others have a retro glam silhouette.

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To toast the new villa designed by Goop at The Colony Hotel, Gwyneth Paltrow and Sarah Wetenhall hosted a celebration at Palm Beach’s Pink Paradise in partnership with Cartier. The evening featured a tour of the villa, a cocktail hour, and a seated dinner poolside under the hotel’s renowned Hanging Garden.

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3. CHARLOTTE TILBURY Charlotte’s new Magic Water Cream is a fragrance-free gel-cream moisturizer for 100-hour hydration and a dewy, fresh water glow; $100 at charlottetilbury.com. 4. LA PRAIRIE The White Caviar Pearl Infusion is an illuminating and firming light-infused face serum; $770 at laprairie.com. 5. DIOR Diorshow Iconic Overcurl Mascara; $32 at dior.com. 6. DR. BARBARA STURM Dr. Sturm’s Super Anti-Aging Eye Serum addresses skin microcirculation to depuff, brighten and refresh the eyes, and leaves skin hydrated, smooth, and plump; $300 at drsturm.com. 7. SISLEY PARIS The Phyto-Rouge Shine lipstick provides a glossy shine and the comfort of a balm; $63 at sisley-paris.com. 8. CHANEL Highly smoothing and firming, Chanel’s Le Lift skincare line is enriched with botanical alfalfa concentrate, a naturally derived ingredient that is both effective and gentle on skin; visit chanel. com. 9. GUCCI Luminous Matte Beauty Blush; $49 at sephora.com.

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2. 14TH NIGHT The multi-purpose, luxurious Hair Elixir instantly hydrates your hair, restoring its natural strength and shine; $124 at 14thnight.com. 3. VICTORIA BECKHAM Portofino ’97 Eau de Parfum; $290 at victoriabeckhambeauty.com. 4. TOM FORD Myrrhe Mystère Eau de Parfum elevates one of perfumery’s most iconic ingredients with a duo of powerful myrrh essences and an exquisite Ultra-Vanille accord; $250 - $1,300 at tomford.com.

5. ANGELO DAVID This dry powder shampoo is the perfect answer for days when you don’t have time for a traditional shampoo; $26 at angelodavid.com. 6. GABRIELA HEARST Paysandú Perfume takes inspiration from rural Uruguay, where Gabriela Hearst and Julian Bedel were raised; $415 at gabrielahearst.com. 7. AERIN Dressed up for the holidays, this limited-edition presentation of Rose de Grasse features a faceted cherry red bottle topped with a gold cap; $260 at aerin.com. 8. HERMÈS Galop d’Hermes Pure Perfume; $260 at saksfifthavenue.com.

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He collaborated with a range of iconic fashion houses during his time and designed costumes for a number of well-known films. His label lives on today. 2. STELLA MCCARTNEY Mini Metallic Shoulder Bag in Silver, 6” x 7.25” x 2”; $1,170 at saksfifthavenue.com. 3. VERDURA Fan Earclips of diamond, gold, and platinum; $39,500 at verdura.com or call 212.758.3388. 4. ALBERTA FERRETTI A metallic gown from Alberta Ferretti’s resort 2024 runway. 5. AQUAZZURA Maxi Tequila Crystal Halter Pumps in silver, 4.25” heel; $1,595 at neimanmarcus.com.

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4. REEM ACRA a tiered gown from Reem Acra’s 2024 resort collection.

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2. CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Paloma Loubinthesky Studs Clutch Bag; $1,690 at neimanmarcus.com. 3. GABRIELA HEARST A look from Gabriela Hearst’s resort 2024 collection.

4. GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI Silk Crystal Slingback Pumps; $995 at bergdorfgoodman.com. 5. VERDURA Maltese Cross “Black & White” Cuffs in carved Cocholong or Black Jade, 18k yellow gold Maltese Cross set with diamonds, black diamonds, and cultured pearls; $57,500 visit verdura. com or call 212.758.3388.

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> Elizabeth Gage: elizabeth-gage.com.

> Neiman Marcus: 888.888.4757

> Emilio Pucci: 212.901.5004 or

or neimanmarcus.com.

emiliopucci.com.

> Nouvel Heritage: nouvelheritage.com.

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> Fabergé: 579 5th Ave., 646.559.8848.

> Orlebar Brown: At The Royal Poinciana Plaza in Palm Beach

> Fendi: 598 Madison Ave. or fendi.com.

(561.328.3204) or orlebarbrown.com.

> GANT: 646.367.5416 or us.gant.com.

A > Akris: 835 Madison Ave. or akris.ch.

> Oscar de la Renta: 888.782.6357 or oscardelarenta.com.

> Gauhar Jewelry: gauharjewelry.com.

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> Ghurka: 831 Madison Ave. or ghurka.com.

> P. Johnson: pjt.com.

> Gianvito Rossi: gianvitorossi.com.

> Patek Philippe: At Wempe New York or patek.com.

> Giorgio Armani: 877.361.1176 or armani.com.

> Aerin: aerin.com.

> Moncler: moncler.com.

> Elie Saab: eliesaab.com.

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> Michael Kors: 800.908.1157 or michaelkors.com.

> Graff: graff.com

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> Gucci: 877.482.2430 or gucci.com.

> Ralph Lauren: 888.475.7674 or ralphlauren.com. > Riedel: riedelusa.net.

> A La Vieille Russie: alvr.com.

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> Alexandra Mor: alexandramor.com.

> H. Stern: hstern.net.

> Roberto Coin: At Neiman Marcus or Roberto Coin,

> Asprey: asprey.com.

> Harry Winston: harrywinston.com.

800.853.5958 and us.robertocoin.com.

> Hermès: 800.441.4488 or hermes.com.

> Rolex: 800.36.ROLEX or rolex.com.

> Badgley Mischka: badgleymischka.com.

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> Bergdorf Goodman: bergdorfgoodman.com.

> Ippolita: ippolita.com.

> Saint Laurent Paris: 212.980.2970 or ysl.com.

> Betteridge: betteridge.com.

> Irene Neuwirth: At Jeffrey New York,

> Saks Fifth Avenue: 877.551.SAKS or

> Bloomingdale’s: 800.777.0000 or

212.206.1272.

saksfifthavenue.com.

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bloomingdales.com.

> Rizzoli: 1133 Broadway or rizzoliusa.com.

> Salvatore Ferragamo: ferragamo.com.

> Bottega Veneta: 212.371.5511 or

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bottegaveneta.com.

> J.McLaughlin: 844.532.5625 or jmclaughlin.com.

> Stuart Weitzman: 212.823.9560 or

> Brunello Cucinelli: brunellocucinelli.com.

> J. Mendel: 212.832.5830 or jmendel.com.

stuartweitzman.com.

> Bulgari: bulgari.com.

> Jimmy Choo: 877.955.2466 or jimmychoo.com.

> Burberry: 877.217.4085 or

> John Varvatos: johnvarvatos.com.

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burberry.com.

> Judith Leiber: judithleiber.com.

> Tibi: 888.420.3334 or tibi.com.

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> Carolina Herrera: 212.249.6552 or

> Kotur: koturltd.com.

carolinaherrera.com.

> Stella McCartney: stellamccartney.com.

> Tom Ford: 212.359.0300 or tomford.com. > Tory Burch: toryburch.com.

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> Cartier: 800-227-8437 or cartier.us.

L

> Chanel: 800.550.0005 or chanel.com.

> L’Objet: 370 Bleecker St., 212.659.0316, or

> Van Cleef & Arpels: vancleefarpels.com.

> Chopard: 212.223.2304 or us.chopard.com.

l-objet.com.

> Verdura: 745 Fifth Ave. or verdura.com.

> Linda Horn: 1327 Madison Ave. or lindahorn.com.

> Veronica Beard: 988 Madison Ave., 646.930.4746,

> Loro Piana: At Bergdorf Goodman.

or veronicabeard.com.

> Louis Vuitton: 866.VUITTON or vuitton.com.

> Vhernier: vhernier.com.

> Diane von Furstenberg: dvf.com.

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> Dior: 212.931.2950 or dior.com.

> M. Dumas & Sons: 843.723.8603.

> Wempe: 212.397.9000 or wempe.com.

D > David Yurman: 888.398.7626 or davidyurman.com. > Dennis Basso: 825 Madison Ave., 212.794.4500.

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> Valentino: 212.772.6969 or valentino.com.

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