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CONTENTS / WINTER 2025
STYLE
62 THE BEST OF THE RESORT COLLECTIONS
Whether you’re craving patterns, bohemian silhouettes or lacy separates, there’s something for everyone this season
71 SPY GAMES
The return of Fendi’s It bag for the brand’s centennial, now in three sizes
72 THE ANNALS OF ANNIE
Annie Leibovitz debuts a two-volume set of photographs of female subjects from 1993 to now
BEAUTY
74 POWERFUL PRODUCTS
The most exciting launches in skincare, makeup and hair
LIFE
76 HANDSOME CANYON
A neoclassical-inspired Nichols Canyon home leans into quiet luxury, calm order and subtle drama
84 TECH SUPPORT
Get a high-tech upgrade with innovative televisions, tablets and home audio devices
CULTURE
MAGNUM OPUS
New York City firm Studio Sofield showcases its designs in a new book
TRAVEL
90 CALIFORNIA DREAMING
Relais & Châteaux is offering bespoke North American itineraries that invite guests to hit the road
94 EUROPEAN IDYLLS
Get packing for cultural—and sport-filled— adventures abroad in the New Year
100 CARIBBEAN CONNECTIONS
The Four Seasons Resort and Residences
Anguilla sets the gold standard for the region
102 ABOARD A MARITIME TREASURE
The phinisi boat Dunia Baru takes barefoot luxury literally—and reinvents the yacht charter on an ancient vessel
Fendi’s Spy bag
Photography
The Dunia Baru traditional phinisi vessel
Merit Solo Shadow Sheen eyeshadows
FEATURES
108 TOO DERN HOT
This holiday season may be bittersweet for Academy Award–winning actress Laura Dern, but her career is on fire
120 THE ITALIAN JOB
Each year, the Venice Film Festival hosts the biggest names in Hollywood and beyond. For its 82nd anniversary, DuJour documented the dazzling spectacle of the Lido
134 MINKA KELLY’S PARIS MATCH
The actress says bonjour to the rom-com
146 FAMILY STYLE
Designer Kerith Flynn transforms a Long Island home into a contemporary haven
158 MIRA’S MOMENT
Academy and Golden Globe Award–winning actress Mira Sorvino takes a tour of One Wall Street and Printemps in New York City
Minka Kelly
Woodbury, New York, home
CITIES
168 ASPEN
The Hotel Jerome debuts exciting updates
169 CHICAGO
Southeast Asian restaurant Crying Tiger has has opened in River North
170 DALLAS/FORT WORTH
La DoubleJ has opened at Highland Park Village; The Joule unveils new guestrooms
171 HOUSTON
Exciting new luxury boutiques debut at River Oaks
174 LAS VEGAS
Two meaty eateries open to great fanfare
176 LOS ANGELES
Prada opens at Westfield Topanga and the The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara unveils a renovation
178 MIAMI
The Future Perfect plants roots in an iconic Miami building
179 NEW YORK CITY
Exciting restaurants open in town and the Georgia Louise Longevity Atelier opens on the Upper East Side
182 ORANGE COUNTY
Manolo Blahnik debuts a stunning new boutique at South Coast Plaza
183 PALM BEACH
The Breakers’ new racquet sports facility offers padel, pickleball and tennis
184 SAN FRANCISCO
New restaurants abound in and out of town
186 BINNSHOTS/PARTIES
192 IN LIVING COLOR
Prada debuts a sorbet-hued gemstone fine jewelry collection
Caché restaurant in Dallas
Lobster thermidor at Chateau Royale
Couleur Vivante earrings, price upon request, PRADA , prada.com
EDITOR
Natasha Wolff
ART DIRECTOR
Trent Farmer
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Christina Ohly Evans
Alyssa Giacobbe
Marshall Heyman
Lauren Jade Hill
Jeremy Kinser
Naveen Kumar
Jennie Nunn
CONTRIBUTING
COPY EDITOR
Regan Hofmann
CONTRIBUTING IMAGING SPECIALIST
Travis O’Brien
CEO/PUBLISHER
Jason Binn
DIRECTOR
Tilly Pecker
PRINT CONSULTANT
Calev Print Media
CONTROLLER
Veronica Jones
Blue Book Collection necklace in platinum and gold with blue zircons, moonstones, diamonds and sapphires,
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This winter, DuJour showcases Academy, Emmy and Golden Globe Award–winning actress Laura Dern. Victor Demarchelier shot stunning and sexy images of Dern at a modern Tribeca penthouse. In the spread, Dern wears resort looks from Tom Ford, Gucci, Altuzarra and Thom Browne.
This winter, Dern stars in the Netflix film Jay Kelly, directed by Noah Baumbach and starring George Clooney as a Hollywood leading man at a crossroads. In the film, Dern plays the actor’s longtime publicist who embarks on a European adventure with him. Next, she’ll be seen opposite Will Arnett in the Searchlight Pictures film Is This Thing On?, directed by Bradley Cooper, playing Arnett’s estranged wife who is coping with their breakup and confronting the sacrifices she made for their family. She stars in the second season of Palm Royale opposite Leslie Bibb and Kristen Wiig. The show about high society in Palm Beach is now streaming on Apple TV.
Christina Ohly Evans enjoyed a California road trip, Heidi Mitchell traveled to Indonesia for a boat trip on Dunia Baru, one of the last traditional Indonesian phinisi sailing boats, and Marshall Heyman went to Florence for our travel section.
We are so fortunate to have worked with talented pros like Demarchelier and Emilio Madrid on photo shoots that yielded stunning original visuals for our issue. We hope you enjoy reading this issue as much as we did producing it.
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Mary Janes, $1,675, ROGER VIVIER , rogervivier.com
Bag, $545, CLARE V., clarev.com
Loafers, $425, LOEFFLER RANDALL , loefflerrandall.com
Coat, $3,100, McQUEEN, alexandermcqueen.com
BEHIND THE SCENES
OLOFT inTranslation
A Tribeca floor-through apartment with old-world charm and modern design
BY THE EDITORS OF DUJOUR
ld-world craftsmanship meets downtown chic at this full-floor 4,781-square-foot apartment at a world class location. Through a key-locked elevator and steel-clad door, enter the expansive living and dining area warmed by cascading light through eight oversized windows and a wood-burning fireplace. A light-filled study, which could easily be converted to an en-suite fourth bedroom, bookends the entertaining space. At the heart of the apartment is the magnificent
kitchen, equipped with two Miele dishwashers and Viking appliances.
The expansive layout is perfect for both entertaining and everyday living, with high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows and an abundance of natural light. Perfectly designed for those who enjoy entertaining, the living quarters are an isolated sanctuary. The open-concept living and dining areas seamlessly flow into the state-of-the-art kitchen with custom cabinetry. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite delivers a walk-in closet on either side.
Uniquely designed with thoughtful details, the primary bathroom features two sinks divided by a glass-enclosed shower and a standalone bathtub. Off the primary suite living space is a massive private terrace.
In 2001, 45 Walker Street (built in 1888) was converted to residential condominiums by design firm Platt Byard Dovell. With seven floors and only six lofts, the boutique condominium offers a virtual doorman with a security video intercom and two large private storage units that come with the apartment. 45walkerstph.com
CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: The great room of the penthouse; the kitchen; the primary bedroom; and the private terrace
This winter, DuJour showcases Academy Award–winning actress Laura Dern. Victor Demarchelier shot stunning and sexy images of Dern in a lavish penthouse at 45 Walker Street in Tribeca. In the spread, she dons the best of the season’s resort looks from Loewe and Giorgio Armani to Max Mara and Dolce & Gabbana.
This winter, Dern has three buzzy projects. First up is Netflix’s film Jay Kelly, directed by Noah Baumbach and starring George Clooney as a Hollywood leading man at a crossroads. In the film, Dern plays the actor’s longtime publicist who embarks on a European adventure with him. Next, she’ll be seen opposite Will Arnett in Bradley Cooper’s film Is This Thing On? playing Arnett’s estranged wife who is coping with their breakup and confronting the sacrifices she made for their family. I can already hear the awards buzz. Recently released is the second season of Apple TV’s series Palm Royale, about high society in Palm Beach, in which Dern stars opposite Leslie Bibb and Kristen Wiig.
This book is the ultimate source for the latest and greatest in style, beauty, culture, design, travel and more. Get a first look at the newest hotels and sights to visit in Europe, explore our picks for the best resort collections, go inside a California home redesign and check out the top talent from the Venice Film Festival, as photographed by Emilio Madrid.
Whether you’re wintering in Palm Beach or Aspen, DuJour ’s award-winning team will be there to serve as your lifestyle guide for all things fabulous. Enjoy the winter print issue with our compliments.
BINN AROUND TOWN
Jason Binn celebrated DuJour’s 13th anniversary with Nuremberg star Rami Malek at Drai’s Supper Club in NYC and fêted Regretting You star Allison Williams at Mr. Purple in NYC
Jason Binn
Founder and CEO
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With Allison Williams
With Mira Sorvino
With Rami Malek
DESIGNED FOR LIVING
The stars came out to the opening of RH Paris, The Gallery on the Champs-Élysées, located just off the Avenue Montaigne, as part of the brand’s European expansion
Zoe Saldaña
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi
Gary Friedman and Theo James
Gary Friedman and Bella Hunter
Bella Hunter and Ellen von Unwerth
OUT & ABOUT
From New York to Los Angeles, premieres to fashion shows, our favorite celebrities hit the town
Lupita Nyong’o in Chanel at the Academy Museum Gala in L.A.
Julia and Emma Roberts at an event for Veuve Clicquot and Simon Porte Jacquemus in NYC
Elle Fanning in Balenciaga at the Academy Museum Gala in L.A.
Riley Keough in Chanel at the Academy Museum Gala in L.A.
Paul Mescal in Gucci at a premiere in NYC
Martha Stewart at the launch of Elm Biosciences in NYC
Colin Farrell in Dolce & Gabbana at a premiere in London
Camille Cottin in Dior at the LVMH Prize event in Paris
Anna Sawai in Dior at the LVMH Prize event in Paris
Penélope Cruz in Chanel at the Academy Museum Gala in L.A.
Leonardo DiCaprio in Dior at a premiere in L.A.
Kendall Jenner in Chloé in NYC
Josh O’Connor in Dior at a premiere in NYC
Kristen Wiig in Chanel at the Academy Museum Gala in L.A.
Jennifer Aniston, Marion Cotillard and Reese Witherspoon at a premiere in NYC
Kristen Stewart in Chanel at the Deauville American Film Festival
Ashley Park at An Evening with Olivia Rodrigo presented by American Express Platinum in NYC
Monica Barbaro in Dior at the Academy Museum Gala in L.A.
Greta Lee in Dior at the Academy Museum Gala in L.A.
Mikey Madison in Dior at the Academy Museum Gala in L.A.
Leslie Bibb at The Capsule Lab by Elizabeth Arden in NYC
Coco Gauff in Miu Miu at a Miu Miu event in NYC
FILM FORWARD
French fashion house Chanel celebrated the Tribeca Festival with The Tribeca Chanel Women’s Filmmaker lunch at Locanda Verde and also hosted a dinner for Sofia Coppola’s book Chanel Haute Couture at Doubles
Sofia Coppola
Kirsten Dunst
Jon Hamm and Anna Osceola
Sofia Coppola and Bill Murray
Iman
Lucy Liu Sarah Paulson Meghann Fahy
Gracie Abrams and Sofia Coppola
CARING FOR WOMEN
Guests turned out to support the Kering Foundation’s efforts to end violence against women and promote gender equality
TENNIS ANYONE?
Ralph Lauren brought out the stars of stage and screen for the U.S. Open tennis tournament in New York City
Colman Domingo in Boucheron jewelry
Jessica Chastain in Gucci
Julianne Moore in Boucheron jewelry
Demi Moore in Gucci
Dakota Johnson in Gucci
Salma Hayek Pinault in Boucheron jewelry
Alexandra Daddario
Rami Malek
Simone Ashley
Ebon Moss Bachrach
Sam Rockwell
shopping guide RESORT
BY NATASHA WOLFF
Belt, $250, LOEFFLER RANDALL , loefflerrandall.com
Bag, $475, CLARE V., clarev.com
FERRAGAMO
Boots, $595, LOEFFLER RANDALL , loefflerrandall.com
FERRAGAMO
KHAITE
MCCARTNEY
ULLA JOHNSON
VALENTINO
ETRO
CHLOÉ
VALENTINO
KHAITE
ETRO
LA DOUBLEJ
GUCCI
Azure Associations
From cobalt to turquoise and chambray, pants are feeling blue
best look
A navy dress with patch pockets and loose layers from creative director Michael Rider at Celine is as effortless as it gets
CHLOÉ
CELINE
ULLA JOHNSON
connect the dots
Whether tonal and subtle or pervasive and graphic, polka dots are everywhere
CHLOÉ
GUCCI
VALENTINO
VALENTINO
MAX MARA
BRANDON MAXWELL
CHANEL
CHLOÉ
DIOR
FERRAGAMO
MAX MARA Pumps, $1,150, JIMMY CHOO, jimmychoo.com
Whether layered under jackets or sweaters, dresses or shirts, high-necked tops were all over the runways
CELINE
TORY BURCH
CELINE
HERMÈS
HERMÈS
GUCCI
Lean Into Lingerie
Minimalist slip dresses, monochromatic lace pieces and inset panels add a delicate touch to cold-weather dressing
MAX MARA
MAX MARA
DIOR
GUCCI
DIOR
BRANDON MAXWELL
3.1 PHILLIP LIM
3.1 PHILLIP LIM
Originally made in khaki, the latest crop of coats comes short or long, in leather or in exaggerated silhouettes
DIOR
MAX MARA
GUCCI
FERRAGAMO
TORY BURCH
BRANDON MAXWELL
BRANDON MAXWELL
ULLA JOHNSON
THE
SPY Games
The return of Fendi’s It bag for the brand’s centennial, now in three sizes
BY NATASHA WOLFF
True icons never fade—they simply wait for their next spotlight. In celebration of its centennial, Fendi has brought back its iconic Spy bag in three sizes: regular, small and mini. Born from the creative spirit of Silvia Venturini Fendi, the Spy bag was originally launched in 2005 and quickly became a fashion favorite carried by everyone from Beyoncé to Sarah Jessica Parker.
Crafted in sumptuous, supple leather, the Spy bag is now available in an expanded range of colors from black to shades of brown, mint green, neutrals and bright red. There is also a calfskin version with ponyhair effect and the brand’s Leo animalier print. The bag’s name comes from its secretive attitude, with a hidden pocket concealed under the flap that can be opened through a disguised button. “I liked the idea of the
secret compartment, because a bag is a place where you keep your most intimate belongings,” says Venturini Fendi. “It’s an extension of yourself. If you open a bag and see what’s inside, you can read a person. I like that there might be something you’d want to keep just for you; that’s why I conceived the hidden pocket.”
The Spy bag’s revival marks a full-circle moment, bridging the glamour of the early aughts with the sophistication of today’s luxury consumer. “The Spy bag was always about freedom and femininity,” Venturini Fendi has said. “It represents a woman who is in control of her world—but she also enjoys a little mystery.” As the bag once again graces the arms of editors, collectors and celebrities alike, it’s clear: The Spy bag never truly left. It simply waited for the world to catch up to its intrigue once more.
MAKING OF AN IT BAG
Mini bag, $3,250, Small bag, $3,750, Regular bag, $6,400, FENDI, fendi.com
From top: Isabella Massenet carries the Mini Spy bag; Lindsay Lohan carries the Small Spy bag
The Annals of Annie
Annie Leibovitz debuts a two-volume set of photographs of female subjects from 1993 to now
BY THE EDITORS OF DUJOUR
Annie Leibovitz: Women (Phaidon) pairs Leibovitz’s 1999 book, Women—back in print for the first time in many years—with a brand-new volume of photographs made from 2000 to the present. Susan Sontag’s classic essay for the 1999 book is joined by new texts by Gloria Steinem, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and a dedication from Leibovitz herself. The two-volume set of more than 250 images offers an extraordinary 30-plus-year retrospective of Leibovitz’s portraits of women: dancers, actors, astronauts, artists, politicians, farmers, writers, CEOs, philanthropists, soldiers, musicians, athletes, socialites and scientists. The subjects range in age from 13 to 91 and were photographed in over 90 locations around the world. Global superstars such as Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga and Taylor Swift appear alongside activist Jane Goodall, dancer Twyla Tharp and writers Toni Morrison, Maya Angelou and Joan Didion.
Women are documented at home, at work and everywhere in between: Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace, Shonda Rhimes on set, Renée Fleming at the Metropolitan Opera House, Ketanji Brown Jackson at court, Mickalene Thomas and Dana Schultz in their studios and Katy Ledecky in a Maryland pool. More than a book or a series, it is an essential visual record of women at a moment when revisiting the canon of groundbreaking women has never been more urgent.
STYLISH READS
Annie Leibovitz: Women (Phaidon)
Louise Bourgeois in 1997
Showgirl Susan McNamara in 1995
Rihanna in 2022
The photographer
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To an island renowned for its beauty and exclusivity, the top-rated luxury hotel in the world now brings its personal service, dining and experiences. Four Seasons makes ownership on Anguilla effortless: our Villas and Residences, designed by the inimitable Kelly Wearstler, offer sophisticated living for family and friends in a resort with spectacular pools, innovative restaurants, and an authentic connection to a relaxed and welcoming island community. At Four Seasons Private Residences Anguilla, you belong like nowhere else.
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Ilia Beauty’s The Ethereal Baked Face Palette is back for a limited time. The blush, bronzer and highlighter shades add warmth, radiance and dimension to skin that last for eight hours. Housed in a reusable, recyclable compact, the formulations feature edelweiss extract made from a rare alpine flower; winged kelp extract, a potent replenisher that restores luminosity, helping skin look more youthful; and plant-based squalane, which seals in moisture and boosts elasticity without clogging pores. iliabeauty.com
The Ethereal Baked Face Palette, $59, ILIA BEAUTY, iliabeauty.com
Known for transformational, science-backed skincare driven by its proprietary Siren Capsule Technology, U Beauty’s The Smooth Dynamic Wrinkle Defense Serum treats fine lines and wrinkles before, while and after they form. U Beauty’s most advanced wrinkle innovation to date is formulated to deliver immediate visible refinement and long-term wrinkle resilience in a single, potent step. A multipeptide complex works to enhance skin’s natural luminosity and texture, delivering noticeable refinement to fine lines and pronounced wrinkles, while copper peptides promote a revitalized complexion and fortify skin’s resilience for enhanced contouring and elevation. Centella exosomes cultivate skin’s inherent resilience against moisture depletion and texture degradation, while vegan silk protein establishes a refined veil that defends against environmental dulling factors while enhancing skin’s natural luminosity. ubeauty.com
The Smooth Dynamic Wrinkle Defense Serum, $248, U BEAUTY, ubeauty.com
POWERFUL PRODUCTS
The most exciting launches in skincare, makeup and hair
BY NATASHA WOLFF
Cognitive ability peaks at age 25 and declines by 1 percent every year thereafter. Healthy cognitive ability depends on healthy synapses and, as we age, we generate fewer new synapses and lose synapse density as old ones prune off. Enter Moon Juice
Neuro Magnesi-Om with magtein magnesium L-threonate, organic lion’s mane, ceremonial-grade organic matcha, caffeine and L-theanine. The tasty powder (enjoy it over ice with milk as a matcha treat) supports short-term memory, executive function, overall cognitive ability, focus and energy as you move through your day. moonjuice.com
Founded by celebrity medical aesthetician Amy Peterson, Lenox and Sixteenth is a luxury skincare brand that redefines at-home routines with clinic-inspired essentials. Soft Landing is the brand’s newest offering, a smoothing moisturizer powered by four different classes of peptides. The formula helps reduce the appearance of wrinkle depth, stimulates collagen, firms and brightens while supporting your skin’s natural barrier. Paired with two different molecular weights of hyaluronic acid, bakuchiol and resveratrol, it helps plump fine lines and wrinkles. lenoxandsixteenth.com
Soft Landing, $149, LENOX AND SIXTEENTH, lenoxandsixteenth.com
Pure Gold Revitalising Essence, $530, LA PRAIRIE , laprairie.com
La Prairie debuts its Pure Gold Revitalising Essence, a soothing solution designed to help skin counteract the visible effects induced by hormonal changes as we age. Powered by La Prairie’s Advanced Pure Gold Diffusion System—composed of their Exclusive Cellular Complex, Gold & Peptide Powered Meno Complex and Time-Released Glabridin—to actively target skin density, nutrition and radiance, the Pure Gold Revitalising Essence addresses skin issues such as extreme dryness, density loss, dullness, age spots and unevenness. Designed to rebuild skin density, the essence supports collagen-boosting mechanisms while strengthening the skin barrier and supporting long-term restoration. laprairie.com
Neuro Magnesi-Om, $89, MOON JUICE, moonjuice.com
BEAUTY NEWS
Michelle Monaghan
Crown Affair has launched
The Overnight Repair Serum, a lightweight leave-in formula designed to absorb seamlessly as you sleep. It works while you rest to deliver visibly healthier, shinier and stronger hair by morning. Especially effective for dry or damaged strands, the serum, made with flax and chia seed extracts, rosemary leaf extract and Crown Affair’s signature Tsubaki Meadows blend (a nourishing mix of tsubaki and meadowfoam seed oils that won’t weigh hair down), provides both instant and long-term benefits with no residue, no transfer and no need to rinse. crownaffair.com
BEAUTY
The Overnight Repair Serum, $58, CROWN AFFAIR , crownaffair.com
An extension of Merit ’s viral Solo Shadow Matte, Solo Shadow Sheen is shimmer reimagined. Not glitter, not sparkle—just a wearable sheen made with microfine pearls. Made with jojoba extract for a blendable cream texture, this weightless cream formula sets to a soft, pearlescent finish in six muted shades inspired by the cool-toned neutrals of the ‘90s. meritbeauty.com
Solo Shadow Sheen, $26, MERIT, meritbeauty.com
Irene Forte Skincare’s Bio-Peptide Lip Treatment with Lipo-HA Complex, a blend of hyaluronic acid and olive triglycerides, combines biotech performance with Italian luxury. Infused with a clean lemon and mint scent, the formula is silky and featherlight, gliding on effortlessly to leave lips soft, nourished and never sticky. “I wanted to create a lip treatment that feels as beautiful as it performs—deeply hydrating and smoothing, yet incredibly lightweight and sophisticated,” says Forte. “It’s a daily essential that transports you to the Mediterranean with every application.” Green pea polypeptides, raspberry extract, coconut oil and shea butter provide deep nourishment and protection. ireneforteskincare.com
Bio-Peptide Lip Treatment, $45, IRENE FORTE SKINCARE , ireneforteskincare.com
Chanel beauty at the Maison’s cruise collection fashion show
In the living room, a rich mix of warm tones and soft textures creates a space that feels both sculptural and relaxed
DESIGN
Handsome CANYON
A neoclassical-inspired Nichols Canyon home leans into quiet luxury, calm order and subtle drama
BY NATASHA WOLFF
PHOTOGRAPHY
BY NILS
TIMM
Above the Sunset Strip in L.A.’s Nichols Canyon and surrounded by mature trees and layered canyon views sits a neoclassical-inspired home reconfigured by interior designers Amanda Leigh and Taylor Hahn of House of Rolison.
“The interior felt disjointed, with conflicting materials and styles,” explains Hahn. “We resolved that by enforcing a disciplined, continuous material story—warm whites, polished nickel, wood tones and natural stone—so that every junction, transition and detail felt intentional. Preservation and reinvention had to go hand in hand, holding on to meaningful character while raising the home to contemporary expectations.” The neoclassical architecture was interpreted through a contemporary lens to deliver something light, clean and tailored for modern living.
With its generous proportions, natural light and connection to the surrounding landscape, the home has a sense of balance and craftsmanship with thoughtful sightlines and quality
An Olive Atelier vase accents the front door
PRESERVATION AND REINVENTION HAD
TO GO HAND IN HAND.
The cozy yet elevated living room features Olive Atelier decor and furnishings from RH, Lulu and Georgia and Rachel Donath
Each passageway was designed to feel intentional, connecting spaces through light
Layered neutrals and tactile finishes bring a sense of quiet luxury
In the kitchen, a La Cornue range and Emtek Hardware dress up the space
In the powder room, the designers used a moody palette of chocolate brown hues and unique textures alongside RH furniture and Waterworks plumbing
Every proportion and material was chosen to feel bold yet livable
millwork that grounds the space. “Even when it needed work, it had charm and integrity,” says Leigh. “We wanted to preserve that feeling while elevating it in a way that felt timeless. Updates like custom doors, harmonized hardware, layered lighting schemes, refined stone and tile pairings and a unified material vocabulary sought to reestablish cohesion where previous updates had fractured the design narrative.” The duo sought to restore and polish what made the home special in the first place, not overdesign. “The result is a residence that feels architectural, comfortable and quietly luxurious. It reflects the kind of restraint and balance that we are always drawn to in our work,” says Leigh.
There is a quiet formality to the architecture that was softened with natural texture and a restrained palette. “The result feels refined and collected but still very livable,” says Hahn. “Nichols Canyon has this calm, cinematic energy, with filtered sunlight, greenery and privacy that give it an old Hollywood feeling. We wanted the interiors to reflect that same rhythm of calm and elegance.” ■
In a bedroom, each surface speaks softly, allowing the light to take the lead
In the office, furniture from Lulu and Georgia, SoHo Home, RH and Rachel Donath
EVEN WHEN IT NEEDED WORK, IT HAD CHARM AND INTEGRITY.
The outside captures the essence of Southern California living In
primary bathroom, the juxtaposition of Carrara marble, deep walls and polished nickel details results in a space that’s
TECHNOLOGY
TECH Support
Get a high-tech upgrade with innovative televisions, tablets and home audio devices
BY NATASHA WOLFF
In the realm of luxury computing, the new Chromebook Plus 14 from Lenovo emerges as a bold statement piece. Crafted for those who demand more than mere portability, it blends premium materials, refined aesthetics and next-gen intelligence into a Chromebook that reads less like an entry-level browser device and more like a full-fledged luxury notebook. If you’re after a laptop that delivers on premium materials, immersive display and sound and next-gen AI capabilities, and you’re ready to embrace the ChromeOS, the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 is a standout in its class. google.com
Chromebook Plus 14, from $650, LENOVO, lenovo.com
2026 INFINITI QX6 0
Infiniti’s three-row QX60 SUV boasts a 268-horsepower, 2.0-liter engine and 286 lb ft of torque. The redesigned premium interiors are luxurious and comfortable for both driver and passengers, and special features include massage technology for front-row seats. Its new available technologies, including advanced camera systems that operate at the touch of a button and a new hands-off driver-assistance function, intuitively assist in simplifying driving. New exterior colors include a Deep Emerald paint alongside Black Obsidian, Deep Bordeaux, Grand Blue, Graphite Shadow, Harbor Gray, Mineral Black, Moonbow Blue, Radiant White and Warm Titanium. The center display adds Google built-in, with Google Maps for navigation, plus the ability to download many other favorite apps on Google Play. infinitiusa.com
GOOGLE NEST DOORBELL
The latest Nest Doorbell is Google’s next-generation wired video doorbell with crystal-clear 2K HDR video. Built to withstand the elements, it’s wired for always-on power so you can rest easier without the need to recharge the device. With helpful features like built-in intelligent alerts, the new Nest Doorbell offers a 1:1 aspect ratio and a 166-degree diagonal view so you can see packages on the ground, wide entryways and visitors from head to toe. Available in Snow, Hazel and Linen. google.com
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LENOVO CHROMEBOOK PLUS 14
With the Pixel 10, Google isn’t simply evolving its smartphone line—it’s redefining what a smartphone can do by moving heavy lifting from the cloud to the device and bolting on hardware innovations and smart accessories. The story here isn’t just about specs, it’s about putting AI, real-time help and smart camera systems right in your hand. At the heart of the Pixel 10 is the custom Tensor G5 chip. Google claims up to 60 percent more TPU performance and around 34 percent faster average CPU speed compared to its predecessor. For users who are seeking new camera tools, AI assistance and the new accessory ecosystem, the Pixel 10 is hard to compete with. google.com
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American luxury automaker Lincoln and Calm, the mental health company, have launched a new in-vehicle app for Lincoln customers in the U.S. Backed by a Lincoln-commissioned engineering study with Purdue University, the Lincoln Rejuvenate multisensory in-vehicle experience has demonstrated measurable short-term benefits consistent with increased relaxation and reduced stress. Clients can choose from four guided sessions (including the new Forest Meditation Rejuvenate theme), each lasting 5–12 minutes, which can be easily launched before starting their journey. The Elevated Journey app is complimentary and available now to Lincoln clients in the U.S. in vehicles equipped with the Lincoln Digital Experience, including the all-new 2025 Navigator, 2025 Aviator and both the 2024 and 2025 Nautilus. No login is required, and clients can download the app directly from Google Play. lincoln.com
TCL QM9K
TCL’s new QM9K is an incredibly bright television, making it a fantastic choice for a bright living room, as it can easily overcome daytime glare. It looks just as stunning in the dark, thanks to its very effective Mini LED local dimming feature. Colors are bright and vibrant and it offers a wide selection of gaming features, like VRR support, low input lag and support for very high refresh rates. tcl.com
QM9K TV, from $3,000, TCL , tcl.com
The Dyson Supersonic Nural is the most intelligent hair dryer for a healthy scalp and hair, featuring a scalp protect mode that uses a network of sensors to automatically reduce heat and airflow as it nears your head. These sensors also improve the styling experience, enhancing hair shine and preventing heat damage. New and improved attachments that cater to all hair types are automatically recognized by the device, learning a user’s styling preferences and simplifying their routine for fast, healthy drying with no extreme heat. For the holiday season, the brand is launching the new Amber Silk colorway across all its hair tools along with a styling kit containing their Omega mini leave-in conditioning spray and Chitosan mini multi-use styling spray. dyson.com
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BOOKS
MAGNUM OPUS
New York City firm Studio Sofield showcases its designs in a new book
BY THE EDITORS OF DUJOUR
Studio Sofield Works (Rizzoli) is the first book from the New York City firm that has created homes, retail experiences, hospitality and multistory apartment towers for nearly four decades. Studio Sofield founder William Sofield and vice president Emma O’Neill give readers a visual treat through projects including homes for designers such as Ralph Lauren’s Japanese-inspired estate in Montauk and Tom Ford’s homes around the world. Sofield has designed over 1,000 retail stores in his career, including for Gucci, Harry Winston, Tom Ford, Bottega Veneta and Yves Saint Laurent. As Ford writes in his foreword, “I always imagine that I am not going to sell a house, buy another and then go through what can be an exhaustive exercise in creating a new home, but I’m afraid that I am addicted to houses. I am also addicted to Bill and Emma.”
Sofield has also created memorable homes for art world power couples Jack Bankowsky and Matthew Marks and the late Brice Marden and his wife Helen and residential buildings including Steinway Hall Tower at 111 West 57th Street and 135 East 79th Street. He is currently transforming the iconic Flatiron Building into apartments. In the hospitality world, Sofield masterminded memorable interiors for the Soho Grand Hotel and Zero Bond, both in New York City.
Silk sofas invite lingering in the sensuous Tom Ford store on Rodeo Drive.
Studio Sofield Works (Rizzoli
CULTURE
A baluster topped with crystal eggs and a triple band of nickel handrails leads one up the curving staircase in a New York City triplex
ADRIAN GAUT, TONI MENEGUZZO, SCOTT FRANCIS
Stone and wood textures harmonize in this mountain home in Colorado.
true great room with a soaring timber ceiling invites the outdoors in.
At the base of the super-tall lobby, light descends from above, illuminating the cast bronze elevator doors by New York artist Nancy Lorenz
The restrained and cool mood of 1990s Gucci is exemplified in the private salon on the rooftop of Gucci Rodeo Drive
Exotica close to home, the Gothic Revival pool gazebo in Sofield’s own home, Balcastle Southampton
CALIFORNIA Dreaming
Relais & Châteaux is offering bespoke North American itineraries that invite guests to hit the road
BY CHRISTINA OHLY EVANS
The Route du Bonheur (“Road of Happiness”) is a foundational part of the Relais & Châteaux Association, a concept that began in 1954 when the group’s eight original hotel and restaurant properties collectively created a road trip itinerary from Paris to Nice. Fast-forward and there are now 154 Routes du Bonheur all over the world, with many of the most interesting, sumptuous tours found in North America.
Each of the highly customizable itineraries offers something rare and exclusive—a visit to the most sought-after private winery, an impossible-to-book table at The French Laundry in Napa,
cooking lessons with a Michelin-starred maestro—and because they involve hotels and restaurants that work together, trips are full of varied yet sumptuous lodgings and outstanding cuisine and are the perfect way to immerse oneself in a particular region.
One such itinerary—Napa Valley Wine Country and San Francisco—is a prime example of how guests can flow seamlessly from one kind of hotel property to another, with house cars provided, and sample extraordinary wines, spa treatments and meals galore. This particular road trip is perfect for the traveler who doesn’t want to spend too much time on the road, but enjoys a variety of scenery reminiscent of Provence, days spent at leisure and memory-making meals.
TRAVEL
DAY 1 ROOM AT THE INN
Upon arrival at San Francisco International Airport, guests can arrange to be transferred by Wine Country Car Service or by premium rental car to the first stop on the journey: SingleThread Farm, Restaurant & Inn just 90 minutes from the airport in Healdsburg, in the heart of Sonoma. Guests start with a farm tour courtesy of owners Kyle and Katina Connaughton, longtime locals who have a passion for the terroir and for hospitality.
Just a few miles from their downtown hotel and restaurant, the farm offers a special preview of what will be served in a multicourse tasting menu later that night at the three-Michelin-starred SingleThread restaurant. Chef Kyle Connaughton spent years cooking in kitchens from Heston Blumenthal’s famed Fat Duck in the U.K. to Hokkaido, where he worked with chef Michel Bras. Katina Connaughton is the lead farmer on property and takes guests through the bounties of the season—squash blossoms, brilliant marigolds, shiso leaf, heirloom tomatoes, baby cucumbers, nasturtiums—all while explaining the latest in irrigation, soil management and sustainability practices. Seeing and touching the ingredients you will consume on artistically arranged plates just a few hours later turns out to be quite a powerful farm-to-table, garden-to-glass experience.
CHECKING IN
After a solo tour, checking into the SingleThread Inn is a dream. With just five extremely spacious, light-filled rooms, this is one of the most sought-after bookings in the valley. A Japanese aesthetic pervades the designs by Studio AvroKO— think lots of wood, stone, slate, wildflowers, lanterns—and it continues in the restaurant’s dining room and open kitchen. The 10-course meal is really the point here, and guests are in for a meal that doubles as true theatre, complete with sake, Champagne and wine pairings overseen by a team of knowledgeable sommeliers.
Strawberry moriawase at SingleThread
SingleThread Farm, Restaurant & Inn
But it is the presentation of the dishes—on ceramics produced by an eighth-generation family in Iga, Japan, as well as artisans such as Connor McGinn and Tsuchinao Shikki, whose lacquerware chopsticks are things of beauty—that sets the dining experience apart. From a stunning amuse bouche arrangement of 10 tantalizing bites to vegetable- and seafood-forward dishes that incorporate ingredients seen on the vine earlier in the day, each course is a revelation for the senses. Menu highlights are too numerous to count, but cucumber moriawase with bluefin tuna, shima-aji, shiroika, myoga and plum, as well as misozuke managatsuo—agedashi eggplant with caramelized sakayo miso and yuba—are among the delectable standouts. Fully sated, rolling upstairs to a cossetting bedroom complete with luxurious robes and crisp linens makes for a truly once-in-a-lifetime stay.
LOCAL COLOR
A fun collaboration with Audi means that guests have access to a small fleet of the latest electric vehicles. They’re perfect for exploring the charming town of Healdsburg and neighboring wineries, including the sublime Flowers Vineyard & Winery and the Donum Estate with its world-class art collection (sculptures by Yayoi Kusama, Louise Bourgeois, Ugo Rondinone and others really pop in the Sonoma sun).
DAYS 2 & 3
NAPA VALLEY BOUND: MEADOWOOD
SingleThread works closely with neighboring Relais & Châteaux properties and producers, so guests are easily transferred to the next location on the itinerary: Meadowood in Napa Valley. The property has been a community hub since the 1960s—for fitness enthusiasts, wine collectors and guests in search of world-class spa treatments and Michelin-starred meals. The property was badly affected by
the Glass Fire in 2020 and has recently reopened its hotel doors following renovations and refreshments. While some of the guestrooms are still closed to the public, the ones that are welcoming guests—36 suites and rooms with sweeping views of the vineyards beyond—remain as cocoon-like as ever, with working fireplaces, plush sofas and spacious bedrooms with plentiful natural light.
WINING AND DINING
The easy, approachable hospitality that Meadowood is well known for remains unchanged. The Forum restaurant—a meeting place for local Meadowood Club members and hotel guests alike—with its airy indoor-outdoor aesthetic still has the best Cobb salads in
Auberge du Soleil
A cottage room at Meadowood
town. This spot is humming from breakfast through dinner, with a casual bar area perfect for sipping one of the area’s award-winning cabernet sauvignon varieties.
Route du Bonheur guests have special access to wineries in the area (the property is owned by the Harlan family, the winemakers behind Harlan Estates, so entrance can be arranged at many of the area’s premiere tasting rooms) as well as hard-to-book-tables including at Thomas Keller’s coveted The French Laundry. For true wine enthusiasts, tastings can be arranged at Promontory, Silver Oak, Opus One, Mayacamas and many more—all with a car and designated driver to make the visit more enjoyable. And while the cuisine on property is outstanding, the Meadowood team is expert at guiding guests to the best picnic lunches (from Oakville Grocery), best burgers (Gott’s Roadside) and best tacos (Picobar at Solage just up the road).
MEADOWOOD SPA: SERENITY BY DESIGN
Guests might find leaving the property difficult, as the Meadowood Spa is an immersive, completely zen experience. Perched on a hill at the top of the property, men’s and women’s garden lounges and an all-suite design ensure complete quiet surrounded by nature. The vast array of treatments incorporate essential oils and products from the area, with herbal massages, HydraFacials and Tree
DAYS 4 & 5 REJUVENATION IN RUTHERFORD
House Mustard Baths all ideal for detoxification and purification. The latest offering is a Corrective Lift Facial by Pietro Simone, a noninvasive experience that incorporates ultrasound and LED therapy for an invigorated, brighter complexion.
ACTIVE EXPLORATION
Three pools—including one dedicated to fitness—five tennis courts and a state-of-the-art fitness center all encourage busy days, while 3 miles of walking trails allow for valley discoveries. The Meadowood Labyrinth encourages guests to wander, reflect and disconnect. Set on the southern end of the property, this design by Master Labyrinth designer Lars Howlett makes for an ideal, calming escape. A nine-hole golf course welcomes guests for a challenging but fun round amid the dramatic valley landscape, and mountain bikes are always available on property.
A Meadowood car whisks guests down to the next stop on the luxurious Route: Auberge du Soleil, which remains a magically bucolic escape almost 45 years after its founding as a destination restaurant. Set on a 33-acre heritage olive grove, the boutique property has grown over the years to include 50 rooms and one- and twobedroom suites, each with its own terrace and sublime views over the vineyards below.
GOURMET DELIGHTS
Auberge du Soleil was built on fine cuisine, so it is fitting that any stay here starts with lunch outside. Book in at The Bar, a newer, vibrant restaurant offering the freshest yellowfin tuna salads, smoked tomato soup and perfectly crispy frites—all with a glass of Belted Vines’ albariño in hand. This is foreshadowing for a more formal dinner at The Restaurant just next door, where multicourse meals and Michelin stars—with wine pairings—await culinary connoisseurs.
DAY TRIPPING
A fleet of Mercedes EVs for guest use makes exploring the charming towns of St. Helena, Calistoga and Oakville easy. A dedicated Route du Bonheur specialist will book preferred restaurants (Press and Hexagon are always in demand) as well as an iconic Mud Bath Ritual at Calistoga’s Indian Springs, which incorporates volcanic ash and geyser water to create a relaxation experience like no other. One of the most scenic and delicious tastings—and there are many to choose from—is at Ovid, an organic farm and winery atop Pritchard Hill. A tasting trip here reveals a part of Napa Valley that is rarely seen, with its endless mountain views and some of the finest cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, merlot, petit verdot and syrah in the region.
DAY 5 RETURN TO CITY LIFE
Finish the Route du Bonheur with one last spectacular feast in San Francisco at Quince, chef Michael Tusk’s three-Michelin-starred Italian- and French-inspired California restaurant. Set in a century-old building in Jackson Square, the 10-course gastronomy menu is full of unexpected flavors and presentations (think celery with white truffle; cauliflower, cuttlefish and habaneros; farfalle with dungeness crab and uni) with wine pairings to match. Wellfed and thoroughly relaxed, you’ll be ready to get back to reality having just taken one of the world’s most relaxing road trips. ■
The view from Ovid’s deck
Black truffle spot prawn risotto at Quince
EUROPEAN Idylls
Get packing for cultural—and sport-filled— adventures abroad in the New Year
BY CHRISTINA OHLY EVANS
These new (and, in some cases, improved) properties are just a few of the highlights that are drawing eager travelers abroad next year. From the historic streets of London to the snow-capped peaks of Megève, these are just a few of the hotels and destinations that are guaranteed to make for memorable adventures
CORVARA LA PERLA
Set in a picture-perfect Alpine valley surrounded by dramatic peaks, this family-owned lodge is quintessentially South Tyrolean, but with stylish upgrades and amenities at every turn. For those interested in the Olympic men’s slalom and snowboarding events, this chic hotel offers the perfect blend of traditional Ladin style with new one- and two-bedroom suites that feature local textiles, intricately carved headboards and the owners’ collections of everything from teacups to clocks to artworks that lend the spaces a home-away-from-home feel. The new Salus Per Aquam spa features treatments including saunas, Turkish baths, Kneipp, hydro massage and an Alpine pine massage using local ingredients for postpiste relaxation. Gourmands will love the Michelinstarred La Stüa de Michil as well as the more casual Les Stües and chef Simone Cantafio’s exclusive Incö table in the private Weinstube. The surrounding Alta Badia resort offers more than 80 miles of slopes for skiers and snowboarders, making the old-world La Perla an ideal spot for area exploration. laperlacorvara.it
La Perla
BRIXEN
With the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympic Games in February and March, respectively, Italy is the place to be this winter
FORESTIS DOLOMITES
Set against the stunning backdrop of the Dolomites—a UNESCO World Heritage site—and surrounded by dense forest, Forestis is a serene sanctuary where the silence of nature, locally inspired cuisine, sublime spa treatments and ski-in, ski-out access are all celebrated. The property’s 62 exquisite rooms and suites sit at 6,000 feet, adjacent to the Puez-Geisler Nature Park and above the village of Brixen. The South Tyrolean retreat highlights the pillars of nature: clear water, pure air, bountiful sun and a mild climate. A combination of old and new architectural styles meld three design-led towers with the original listed wooden structure to create a compound with unobstructed views. Interiors are hewn from local spruce according to architect Armin Sader’s designs. Natural materials—including wool from Trentino —are found throughout suites in the historic house as well as in tower suites where guests may sleep under starry skies. Penthouse suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows, while the recently opened Forestis Villa—complete with its own spa, wine cellar, fitness room and indoor-outdoor pool— can accommodate up to 10 people. The main spa is the star of the show with two light-filled stories offering everything from brine steam baths to Finnish saunas and a Tea Lounge with Forestis blends. Heavily influenced by Celtic tradition (the Celts were early settlers here), Wyda is a yoga practice centered around energy and inner centering, while a range of treatments are tailored to guests’ wishes. Hiking through pristine snowfields, skiing 28 miles of runs at the Ploste ski area and cooking classes using the bounties of the forest are all on offer. Of special note is the new Yera (“harvest” in Rhaetian Celtic language)—a fine-dining restaurant set in a mountain cave. A deep red earth space envelops diners, all of whom sit around a central firepit while savoring such delicious ingredients as nettles, wild berries and spruce shoots in cell phone–free splendor. forestis.it
CORTINA D’AMPEZZO ANCORA CORTINA
Almost 200 years after its founding, this beloved landmark hotel is once again a hub for social and cultural life on the bustling Corso Italia in the heart of Cortina. Under the management of Egnazia Ospitalità Italiana (the team behind Borgo Egnazia in Puglia), the 35 rooms and suites by noted designer Vicky Charles, former head of design for Soho House, are at once both authentically Alpine and quietly luxurious. The 17 suites—including the Ancora Suite, with a terrace— feature panoramic views over the quaint town and the Dolomites beyond. Just in time for the Olympic Games (women’s downhill skiing will be held here), the Ancora will debut a fine-dining restaurant and cocktail bar, as well as a state-of-the-art gym and the Brave Club, a gathering spot for creatives, athletes and curious travelers alike. ancoracortina.com
The spa pool at Forestis
The terrace at Forestis
An executive suite at Ancora Cortina
MILAN THE CARLTON
For fans of ice hockey and sumptuous five-star hotels, the latest Rocco Forte hotel is sure to delight. Set on the fashionable Via della Spiga, the hotel is designed by Paolo Moschino and Philip Vergeylen in collaboration with Rocco Forte’s deputy chairman and director of design, Olga Polizzi. All of the 71 chic rooms and suites are designed to feel residential, complete with fine, textural linens in neutral hues, and many feature sun-dappled terraces that enhance a sense of calm. An extensive dining program is overseen by Chef Fulvio Pierangelini, with a restaurant, cocktail lounge and inner atrium that is sure to be the aperitivo spot for stylish Milanese and sports aficionados alike. Another cosseting space, the Irene Forte Spa, brings Sicilian-inspired treatments to the bustling city center, with wet areas, a serene relaxation space, stateof-the-art fitness center and full-service salon for well-coiffed guests on the go. A sweet flower shop is tucked inside the main entrance, further adding to the special verdant vibe. roccofortehotels.com
LEFAY RESORT & SPA DOLOMITI
Nestled in the Madonna di Campiglio ski area— known as the “Queen of Snow”—Lefay Dolomiti offers the perfect balance between sport and serenity. After days spent on the challenging slopes, guests can retreat to the hotel’s 53,800-square-foot design-led mega-spa where treatments are heavily influenced by traditional Chinese medicine. Seasonal packages tied to the Olympics include a Ski & Spa package that offers a three-night stay with multiple regenerative sports massages and a Skiing Week package: seven nights in a Prestige Junior Suite complete with pre- and post-ski activities, dinners at Dolomia Restaurant and aperitivo in the Sky Lounge. Soak in a magnesium-rich salt bath before a panoramic sauna and a swim in the indoor-outdoor pool, followed by a multicourse meal at the Michelinstarred Grual, where locally foraged ingredients will delight the senses. dolomiti.lefayresorts.com
FLORENCE
LA RÉSERVE
A stunning 15th-century palazzo in the center of Florence is the first Italian property for Swiss hotelier Michel Reybier, who is well-known for exquisite hotels from Ramatuelle to the shores of Lake Geneva. La Réserve offers six elegantly appointed one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments in concert with the palazzo’s owners, Olivia and Gregory Marciano. Set on the historic Via Santo Spirito, the authentic setting features original frescoes, a lounge and library, as well as a gym (a rarity for small properties in the city). Best of all are the sweeping views of the Ponte Vecchio and the Arno from the palazzo’s beautifully landscaped terrace. lareserve.com
PINZOLO
The indoor pool at Lefay Dolomiti
A guest room at La Réserve
The presidential suite at The Carlton
SAN CASSIANO
AMAN ROSA ALPINA
A destination for hikers and skiers alike, the Rosa Alpina has been in the Pizzini family since 1939. After being acquired by Aman Resorts—and renovated by architect Jean-Michel Gathy of Denniston—the new hotel boasts 51 rooms, suites and super suites (including a two-bedroom, 1,700-square-foot Aman Suite), all with sweeping views of the dramatic landscape. Stone, textured plaster and floor-to-ceiling windows are hallmarks of this historic property that now has minimalist, sleek elements. Guests are spoiled for activity choice, from skiing the nearby Dolomiti Superski area, with its combined 450
FLORENCE
W
After debuting in Rome in late 2021, W Hotels continues to take on Italy with its new 119-room outpost in Florence, just moments from the Duomo on Piazza dell’Unità Italiana. The edifice itself is a transformation of a 1960s building designed by the architect Lando Bartoli. Like the rest of the hotel’s amenities, the mash of modern and traditional embodies the sense of play for which W’s city hotels have become known. Tratto, the lobby restaurant, is a rethinking of the usual Italian trattoria, complete with a deconstructed eggplant parmesan. (A Japanese-influenced restaurant called Akira Back will open by the end of 2025.) The rooms have a lovely classic feel, complete with an allenvironment Bluetooth stereo to quietly blast, say, “Tu Vuò Fa’ L’Americano” in bed or in the shower. Bridging the gap between old and new Florence, the hotel has partnered with burgeoning young local businesses like Superduper, where guests can customize their own hats, and Profumoir Firenze, where they can personalize their own fragrance. Besides a ground-floor lounge with ceilings that open and close on demand, the hotel’s pièce de résistance is the Zefiro Rooftop bar, which offers stunning sixth-floor views of tutti Firenze, to be washed down with whatever kind of spritz or Negroni you desire. marriott.com
lifts and every imaginable type of terrain, to snowshoeing and ice climbing throughout the winter months. The 18,000-square-foot Aman Spa is a stunner, too, with indoor and outdoor pools, beauty salon, fitness center and massage therapies that are ideal after long days spent in the mountains. The dining program has been enhanced to include The Grill for wood-fired meat, fish and perfect pizzas, the Heritage Room for a bountiful breakfast buffet and the latest opening, Akari, the place for Japanese cuisine and an elegant take on traditional shabu shabu (hot pot) dining paired with rare sakes. aman.com
Rosa Alpina
A supreme suite at the W Florence
The BEST of the Rest
Historic hotels and modernist masterpieces from London to Mallorca to Malta will welcome guests in the new year
POMMARD
CHÂTEAU LA COMMARAINE
The premier cru vineyards of Burgundy are the idyllic setting for Château La Commaraine, the area’s first five-star property in a working vineyard. The historic property dates back to 1112 and has seen a meticulous restoration with high-ceilinged guest rooms in ethereal hues now welcoming oenophiles and the curious alike. Wine safaris through the most iconic vineyards in the region, workshops and bespoke tastings are a strong feature, as are meals in two restaurants overseen by chef Christophe Raoux. chateaulacommaraine.com
MEGÈVE ICONIC HOUSE LE SARTO
Iconic House, the brand behind Paris’ Villa Junot, is partnering once again with studio Claves to unveil Le Sarto, a tribute to architect Henry Jacques Le Même. Perched high above the charming town of Megève, Le Sarto traces its roots back to the 1920s art deco era, offering the warmth of a private home and the elevated comforts of a five-star hotel. Bold colors, ornamental detailing and carefully curated decorative elements give each of the unique spaces a residential feel. Seven en-suite bedrooms, a children’s room with bunk beds, a relaxing living room and a fully staffed kitchen make the chalet a turnkey winner for skiers and hikers throughout the seasons. A pool, hammam and fitness equipment are added high-Alpine bonuses. iconic.house
MANDARIN ORIENTAL PUNTA NEGRA
Set on a mountaintop with views of the sea below, this 131-room property (including 44 suites and nine bungalows) is perfect for exploring the nearby Portals port and the landmarks of Palma de Mallorca. Explore crystalline coves and pools with panoramic views, then enjoy spa treatments inspired by the surrounding Spanish landscape. mandarinoriental.com
MALLORCA
ICONIC HOUSE: MR. TRIPPER
RAUHALINNA
The bucolic Lakeland region is a home to this “Peace Castle,” a masterwork of intricate carved wood and turn-of-the-century authenticity. A recent refurbishment has restored the original four-bedroom villa, which houses an elaborate dining room and billiards room, as well as the two-bedroom Pavilion House (an exact replica of the original building that once stood there), and the modern four-bedroom Guest House for those in search of the state-of-the-art amenities. Three saunas, including a traditional smoke version and one with direct access to Lake Saimaa with its rare seals, make this a perfect escape for watching the wintry northern lights. rauhalinna.com
Germany
MUNICH HOTEL BAYERISCHER HOF
Fans of design hotels will love this fourth-generation family-owned hotel in the heart of Munich. For the past 15 years, the Volkhardt family have collaborated with noted designer Axel Vervoordt (a close friend) to reimagine spaces that are singularly serene. Among his previous touches are the garden restaurant, atelier, cinema lounge and the north and south wings, as well as the grand palais hall. This January marks the unveiling of Vervoordt’s grand lobby, which is sure to become a haven for locals and aesthetes alike. Other design collaborations have included the Andrée Putman–designed swimming pool and Jouin Manku’s rooftop garden. bayerischerhof.de
Switzerland
GENEVA THE WOODWARD
This Belle Époque gem on the shores of Lake Geneva is one of the latest additions to the luxurious Auberge Collection with 26 opulent suites by Pierre-Yves Rochon. With stunning views of the lake and Mont Blanc beyond, the soaring suites feature rich wood finishes and sumptuous fabrics to create a soothing Swiss stay. Food and beverage, including the two-Michelin-starred L’Atelier Robuchon, the casual Le Jardinier and the buzzy Bar 37, are overseen by the Bastion Collection and provide dining diversity, while the Guerlain Spa and a sleek indoor swimming pool offer serene relaxation. For pre- and post-piste recovery, the hotel’s Alpine Interlude package includes restorative massage, facials and immersive thermal experiences. auberge.com
SUTHERLAND
HOPE LODGE
In the remote Scottish Highlands, Wildland is set to unveil its latest land conservation project, Hope Lodge. With a focus on regenerative design and storytelling, this latest offering will feature a beautifully restored hotel as well as surrounding cottages and an outdoor adventure center. Surrounded by pristine lochs and rivers, forests of birch and nesting golden eagles, Hope offers a restorative escape that is truly under the radar. wildland.scot
SAVONLINNA
CAR I BBEAN Connections
The Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla sets the gold standard for the region
BY NATASHA WOLFF
Nestled in the heart of the Caribbean, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla stands as a tropical haven for travelers seeking barefoot luxury, pristine beaches and warm island hospitality. Set between the sparkling shores of Barnes Bay and Meads Bay, the 35-acre beachfront resort showcases turquoise water and powder-soft sand. With 1,000 feet of white-sand beach, guests are surrounded from all sides by the natural beauty of the Caribbean. With three pools (one for adults and two for families) and a dedicated, fully supervised Kids for All Seasons facility featuring arts and crafts, treasure hunts, nature walks and cooking classes, there is entertainment for travelers of all ages and types.
The resort features 181 stylish accommodations—including guest rooms, suites, villas, townhomes and private residences—designed by Kelly Wearstler Interior Design. Five distinct dining experiences invite guests to savor the
flavors of Anguilla, each inspired by the island’s rich culinary heritage and international flavors: all-day venue Café Nail, signature restaurant Salt, Peruvian-inspired oceanfront boite Lima Limon, Mediterranean-inspired Bamboo Bar and the Sunset Lounge.
At the 8,100-square-foot spa, guests can indulge in signature treatments such as the Double Rainbow Ritual or Earth and Air Ritual. With 13 indoor treatment rooms, spa cabanas and couples’ suites, the spa is a sanctuary of tranquility inspired by the island’s natural rhythms. A fully equipped fitness center and a variety of classes—including yoga, spinning and bootcamp— complement a holistic approach to wellness. Guests are also invited to take advantage of complimentary non-motorized water sports, including snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, Hobie Cats, and single and double kayaks. The sports pavilion offers tennis and pickleball courts, along with basketball, rock climbing and other high-energy activities. fourseasons.com
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A CLOSER LOOK
Aboard a MARITIME TREASURE
The phinisi boat Dunia Baru takes barefoot luxury literally—and reinvents the yacht charter on an ancient vessel
BY HEIDI MITCHELL
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cross the glassy expanse of Indonesia’s Coral Triangle, a long dark hull glides through water so clear it seems lit from within. The sails of Dunia Baru billow in the warm breeze, carrying it through an archipelago of lush, greenblanketed karsts and secret lagoons where hornbills wheel overhead and the sea flashes with silver schools of fish. This is Raja Ampat, a scattering of emerald-carpeted islets in the country’s east that’s often described as the planet’s last untouched marine frontier. Covering 15,000 square miles within the Coral Sea, it contains the most biodiverse marine region on the planet. Ninety percent of the world’s coral species thrive here, from hard reef-building corals to delicate fans, along with more than 1,500 species of reef fish and six of the seven species of sea turtle. Sightings of adorable pink pygmy seahorses, too, are common.
But getting to this remote region ain’t easy. From New York, at least three flights and 40 hours are required, and once you arrive, the most common form of transport is a “liveaboard” boat, where divers on a budget bunk up for weeks on end in hopes of swimming with massive manta rays and indigenous wobbegong sharks. That all changed when Jing-Yi Wee, a Singapore-based entrepreneur (her family owns Tiger Balm and runs a bank), purchased the Dunia Baru superyacht with her brother from its original American owner, Mark Robba, in 2020.
Robba had spent eight years replicating a Bugis phinisi, a trading vessel made of whole trunks of ulin ironwood that dates to the 1700s and has been given the rare designation of Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. Back in the 18th century, in the forests of Kalimantan (the Indonesian side of Borneo), ulin ironwood grew dense and nearly indestructible—it lengthens an immeasurable half a millimeter a year. Robba wanted his fantasy yacht to honor Indonesia’s maritime history and hired fifth-generation Konjo shipwrights of Sulawesi, part of a long lineage of the ancient Bugis craftsmen who once ruled these seas. He achieved his dream, but few others got to experience what it felt like to sail aboard a vessel that helped open the Far East to international trade. When the Wee family purchased the Dunia Baru, however, they decided to painstakingly refit it for guests and lease it out for a limited number of private charter weeks per year. Designer Deirdre Renniers was enlisted to reimagine the spaces with new upholstery, artworks and Indonesian textiles while maintaining the yacht’s monumental ironwood framework and those iconic, curtain-like sails.
The result is a floating residence that feels both modern and timeless— which, at least aboard this yacht, isn’t a cliché. The Wees call it an “inventory of one,” and they’re right. A vessel like this will probably never be reproduced. For one, the Indonesian government has heavily restricted the felling of ulin.
For another, though no one will confirm the actual price, estimates range from $200 to $500 million for construction. To ensure consistent perfection, the original boatbuilders themselves live aboard the yacht, keeping its hull— which uses no metal or nails, only wood—in like-new condition.
Lucky charters can feel that exclusivity from the moment they board. A crew of 22 greets a maximum of 14 guests with cold towels before ushering them to the aft deck. Shoes are politely collected; for the next week, it’s barefoot luxury from bow to stern. A master suite on the bridge deck commands 270-degree ocean views and comes with a private terrace and a deep daybed for stargazing or sunrise coffee. Six more guest cabins line the lower deck, each with en-suite bathrooms, carved teak accents and circulation systems
that cool without hum or chill. The whole vibe is cocooning yet spacious, grounded by the scent of wood and sea air.
The point of a charter in these parts is to dive with the bumphead parrotfish and barramundi, but even if you’re not into scuba, a week aboard the Dunia Baru truly defines slow travel. Days start with breakfasts of fresh fruits and coconut pancakes prepared by a world-class chef. Lunch could be a Balinese seafood barbecue served to guests in swimsuits. Dinner might unfold beneath the stars, a family-style spread of freshly caught tuna seared with lime and chili served as the horizon dissolves into indigo waters that seem to mark the edge of the earth. Dressing up seems required, so elegant are evenings. The galley, with its marble island, doubles as a social hub;
guests often linger there, watching the chef work while swapping stories with the dive team. After dark, lanterns flicker on deck as cocktails flow, music plays and the wake glows with bioluminescence.
The Rhythm of a Day
The name of this 150-foot vessel means “New World” in Bahasa Indonesia, but when you’re on it, it sure feels like you’ve stepped into another, simpler era, a time when deadlines and stock markets mattered very little, if at all. (Though there is good satellite Wi-Fi.) It’s more Old World than new. Back in the days when ships like this were regularly constructed, the Bugis had a
Dunia Baru, with its sails aloft, sailing through Komodo National Park, Indonesia’s land of dragons
legendary reputation: They were merchant sailors, navigators and pirates whose swift, masted schooners carried nutmeg and clove across the archipelago. Colonial lore even credits their name as the origin of “boogeyman,” a nod to the fear they inspired when they raided Dutch spice ships under cover of night.
What makes a phinisi distinct is its rig as much as its deck that gently slopes upward toward the bow. Unlike Western schooners that hoist sails vertically up the mast, a phinisi’s canvas unfurls sideways, like a curtain, along fixed spars. Typically, the two main masts carry seven or eight sails that slide outward on horizontal booms, rather than rising aloft. Dunia Baru modernizes this invention, incorporating a more up-to-date system. This ingenious approach, born from centuries of local adaptation, allowed the same spars to double as loading cranes in port, an advantage for traders moving heavy spice cargo. The hull on all phinisis, as well as Dunia Baru’s, is long and lean with a sharply pointed bow, designed for speed and stability in the island winds and allowing the boat to enter narrow straits between tiny dollops of forest-carpeted islands, venturing into uncharted lagoons where bigger ships wouldn’t dare to hazard.
This means that days aboard fall into an effortless rhythm. Dawn brings soft light and the sound of waves against the wood. Some guests stretch into yoga on the foredeck; others sip espresso while the crew readies dive gear. The first dive of the morning might descend into a coral garden where reef sharks patrol the edges and clownfish dart among anemones. Certified divers can join deeper drift dives, while beginners can work toward PADI Open Water certification with the yacht’s onboard instructors or just snorkel at the surface. Between dives, the crew rinses gear and lays out fresh towels and tropical fruit smoothies.
Late mornings invite exploration—by kayak through teal lagoons, by paddleboard along limestone cliffs or by jet skis into hidden coves that open into unmapped beaches. Around midday, the ship’s tender might ferry guests to shore for a picnic beneath jungle palms. Afternoons unfold at an easy pace: wakeboarding or waterskiing across glassy bays, reading in the shade of the sundeck awning or whizzing down an inflatable slide into water so clear the seabed seems almost within reach. As sunset approaches, the captain sets a slow course through calm seas, trims the sails for the evening light and joins guests beneath the glow of Orion, reflected in the stillest of waters. Drink, dance, chat, play cards, read…then awaken to an entirely new vista, quite literally, every day.
The Journey Through the Coral Triangle
The typical itinerary begins in Sorong, gateway to West Papua, before sailing south toward Misool, where cathedral-like caves open into blue lagoons. Guests kayak through the Tomolol cave system, a network of chambers where shafts of sunlight illuminate stalactites dripping from limestone ceilings. Not for the claustrophobes, but certainly for the ’gram.
At Balbulol Lagoon, Dunia Baru anchors between sheer karst towers mirrored perfectly on the water’s surface; sometimes it’s hard to tell which way is up. Paddleboards glide silently above their reflections and snorkelers drift atop coral gardens alive with clownfish, wrasses and schools of yellow snapper. The journey continues north to Wayag, home to Raja Ampat’s most photographed destination, which cruise director Carl-Philippe Rousse insists is the crown jewel of this region but is officially called the Four Kings (the translation of Raja Ampat). A short, steep and challenging walk rewards intrepid hikers with views of a maze of hundreds of heavily eroded, sharp karsts that seem to hold hands. Underwater dives reveal an otherworldly biodiversity of branching hard corals, purple fans, vast clouds of anthias and chromis swirling like colored smoke. Even novice divers can immerse themselves in this netherworld of nature’s most bizarre inventions through a quick resort dive certification process.
Then comes Sauwandarek, a tranquil village fringed with white sand and home to a learning center built by Dunia Baru’s original owner in 2019 as a way of giving back to the community that helped create it. The community of 50 families, consisting of fewer
than 200 inhabitants, venture deep into the sea, continuing an ancient fishing lifestyle.
Between islands, the yacht crosses what some call the Amazon of the Ocean. Raja Ampat lies at the heart of the Coral Triangle, a marine realm that harbors 90 percent of all known coral species. Whale sharks rise from the depths to feed on plankton; massive mantas with 18-foot wingspans sweep between groups of fish; even the elusive “walking shark,” a small endemic epaulette species that ambles along the seafloor, makes the occasional appearance. Brave soldiers can take part in night dives that reveal a different cast of characters: flamboyant cuttlefish, bobtail squid, lionfish, octopus, and the phosphorescent pulse of soft corals.
FROM TOP: The seven-cabin traditional phinisi vessel sailing in Indonesia’s Banda Sea; the boat’s lounge
Legacy and Preservation
Though this ship embodies extreme luxury, it can also be relatively guilt-free. The yacht’s design minimizes impact: Waste is processed onboard, reef-safe products are kept aboard for everything from sun care to shampoo and single-use plastics are verboten. The crew partners with local conservation initiatives, supporting coral restoration projects and marine park rangers. The vessel’s deliberate schedule, which limits charters and balances them with strategic maintenance periods, ensures Dunia Baru remains shipshape while reducing strain on fragile ecosystems. The crew itself reflects the same commitment to continuity. Most staffers have been on the boat since its maiden voyage, a rarity in the charter world. Many are divers, engineers and sailors who consider Dunia Baru a calling, not a job.
Yet even paradise can feel the pressure of change. Recently, proposals for nickel mining in parts of Raja Ampat have alarmed environmental groups. In response, the yacht’s itinerary now extends farther north, beyond Indonesia toward Micronesia—waters that remain pristine and politically protected. These journeys double as quiet advocacy, demonstrating that luxury travel and ecological integrity can coexist.
Dunia Baru also occasionally sails to the Banda Islands, once the world’s sole source of nutmeg. The air there still smells faintly of spice, and colonial forts crumble elegantly beside the sea. It was from these volcanic isles that the Dutch once traded Run Island for Manhattan (yes, that Manhattan), a footnote in history that
underscores the global reach of these waters. Today, as Dunia Baru anchors off Banda Neira beneath the cone of a once-active volcano and guests dine on nutmeg-infused meals, the whole experience calls to mind the centuries of trade, empire and exploration that began right here.
Those past practices aside, you can’t deny that this yacht aims to preserve what was good—even great—about those 18th-century days in Southeast Asia. To sail aboard Dunia Baru is to inhabit the intersection of culture, craftsmanship and conservation. It is a reminder that true luxury is not about accumulation of stuff, but about time, intention, freedom. In a world of excess, Dunia Baru offers the rarest indulgences of all: space, silence and the steady rhythm of a ship built by hand to outlast its age. duniabaru.com ■
FROM TOP: The lounge, outfitted with traditional Indonesian artifacts; the foredeck, the central gathering spot for guests
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WINTER
2025/ 2026
The brightest talent from the Venice Film Festival; a home renovation on Long Island; Laura Dern’s busy winter; Mira Sorvino gets a special tour of One Wall Street; and Minka Kelly steps into the rom-com world
Minka Kelly
DERN HOT TOO
By NATASHA WOLFF
Photography by VICTOR DEMARCHELIER
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LAURA DERN RADIATES A FAMILIAR BLEND OF INTELLECT AND WARMTH THAT HAS MADE HER ONE OF HOLLYWOOD’S MOST BELOVED FIGURES FOR DECADES.
At 58, the Academy, Emmy and Golden Globe Award–winning actress has transcended the labels of leading lady or indie muse. She’s a modern icon who has made a career out of breaking boundaries rather than fitting into them. From Blue Velvet to Big Little Lies, Marriage Stor y to Enlightened , she brings rawness, truthfulness and empathy to every role. In person, she’s confident, open and warm.
Whether she’s being directed by the late, great David Lynch, Greta Gerwig, Mike White, Alexander Payne, Noah Baumbach or Steven Spielberg, Dern transforms herself completely into a role. The daughter of actors Diane Ladd and Bruce Dern, Dern grew up in Los Angeles and spent time on her parents’ movie sets at a young age.
“I knew I wanted to become an actor when I was 7 years old,” Dern has said. “My dad was working with Alfred Hitchcock, my mom was working with Martin Scorsese—and it was the great summer of my childhood.”
One of Dern’s first roles was as an extra in the Scorsese film Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore, which earned Ladd an Oscar nomination.
In 2018, Ladd was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Doctors told her that her only hope of getting better would be by attempting to expand her lung capacity through exercise. So Dern and her mother began going on walks near the beach, during which the pair had deep conversations about life, love and their relationship.
“I thought I was dying, so Laura and I just told each other everything,” Ladd said. Dern recorded their conversations, which became their joint 2023 memoir Honey, Baby, Mine . Just after sitting for DuJour ’s cover shoot and before an interview with Dern could be completed, Ladd died at age 89.
“My amazing hero and my profound gift of a mother, Diane Ladd, passed with me beside her this morning, at her home in Ojai, California,” said Dern in a statement. “She was the greatest daughter,
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LAURA REALLY REWARDS THE AUDIENCE WITH A DEEPLY HONEST PERFORMANCE THAT AT TIMES FORCES YOU TO CATCH YOUR BREATH.
—Will Arnett
mother, grandmother, actress, artist and empathetic spirit that only dreams could have seemingly created. We were blessed to have her. She is flying with her angels now.”
It’s certainly a bittersweet time for Dern. While dealing with the loss of her mother, she also welcomes the return of her Apple TV series Palm Royale, as well as two of her most exciting film roles since she won an Oscar five years ago for playing a powerhouse divorce attorney in Baumbach’s Marriage Story.
First up is Baumbach’s latest, Jay Kelly, in which Dern stars as the beleaguered publicist to the title character, played by George Clooney.
“I love working with Laura because the work never ends. She makes everything better,” says Baumbach. “Laura and I are in a forever dialogue that continues through and beyond the movies we’re making. We meet at dinner, call and write each other with character and story ideas, locations we’d like to shoot in, movies to watch, books to read. Laura is an early reader of all of my scripts because she always seems to understand what movie I’m making better than I do.”
After that comes Bradley Cooper’s Is This Thing On? The film is its own kind of Marriage Story, though certainly a more optimistic one. This time, Dern stars as Tess, a one-time Olympian volleyball player who is questioning her longtime relationship with Will Arnett’s Alex.
Arnett, Cooper and Mark Chappell co-wrote the film with Dern in mind. “She’s such a powerhouse,” Arnett explains, describing his costar as a “great artist.” “Her ability to find all these details about her character and bring them to life is truly remarkable. Laura’s Tess is such a rich, complete and complicated character, and she always finds ways to surprise. I think Laura really rewards the audience with a deeply honest performance that at times forces you to catch your breath.”
“That was my goal, to write a character worthy of her abilities,” adds Cooper. “To work with her is a lifelong dream.” ■
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ITALIAN JOB THE
EACH YEAR, THE VENICE FILM FESTIVAL HOSTS THE BIGGEST NAMES IN HOLLYWOOD AND BEYOND. FOR ITS 82ND ANNIVERSARY, DUJOUR DOCUMENTED THE DAZZLING SPECTACLE OF THE LIDO
By NATASHA WOLFF
Photography by EMILIO MADRID
NOOMI RAPACE
was in Venice for Mother, which premiered in the
In the
directed film, she plays Mother
during a pivotal week in
in 1948. The story delves into Mother Teresa’s faith, moral conflicts and leadership at a moment both fraught with spiritual conviction and human fragility.
Noomi Rapace
Orizzanti section.
Teona Strugar Mitevska-
Teresa
Kolkata
RILEY KEOUGH
Actress and producer Riley Keough was photographed at the Hotel Cipriani ahead of the world premiere of her film Jay Kelly, in which she plays the daughter of Jay Kelly (George Clooney). Upcoming, she stars in Alpha Gang opposite Cate Blanchett and Chris Pine, Rosebush Pruning with Pamela Anderson and Elle Fanning and Butterfly Jam opposite Barry Keoghan.
TOM STURRIDGE
Tom Sturridge was at the Festival to present the thriller
The Wizard of Kremlin
Based on the best-selling novel by Giuliano da Empoli, the film and explores the ascension of Vladimir Putin in the aftermath of the Soviet collapse. Sturridge plays
Dmitri Sidorov opposite Paul Dano, Alicia Vikander and Jude Law.
ALICIA SILVERSTONE
attended the
in support
was also
Alicia Silverstone
Festival
of her latest film, Yorgos Lanthimos’ Bugonia , in which she stars alongside Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons. Silverstone
honored at this year’s Filming Italy Venice Award ceremony.
JAMIE BOGYO
Juilliard School graduate actor Jamie Bogyo appeared in the third season of the critically acclaimed HBO Max series Industry, which returns for its fourth season on January 11. Bogyo was at the Festival to promote Mona
Fastvold’s The Testament of Ann Lee, in which he appears opposite Amanda Seyfried, Lewis Pullman and Christopher Abbott.
DACRE MONTGOMERY
Acclaimed Australian actor Dacre Montgomery stars opposite Bill Skarsgård in Dead Man’s Wire, directed by Gus Van Sant, which premiered at the Festival. The hostage thriller also features Colman Domingo and Al Panico. Montgomery recently starred alongside Vicky Krieps in Went Up the Hill and will next be seen in Faces of Death from director Daniel Goldhaber. Montgomery is preparing to make his directorial debut with the psychological drama The Engagement Party
EVE HEWSON
Irish actress Eve Hewson was photographed at the Hotel Cipriani ahead of the world premiere of her film Jay Kelly, which she stars in alongside George Clooney, Adam Sandler and Laura Dern. Hewson will next star in Steven Spielberg’s as-yet-untitled film for Universal opposite Emily Blunt and Josh O’Connor.
THOMASIN MCKENZIE
Thomasin McKenzie is a Kiwi actress best known for her roles in Jojo Rabbit, Last Night in Soho and Jane Campion’s The Power of the Dog. McKenzie was at the Festival to promote Mona Fastvold’s The Testament of Ann Lee, in which she appears opposite Amanda Seyfried, Lewis Pullman and Christopher Abbott.
EDMUND DONOVAN
Actor Edmund Donovan was at the Festival with Late Fame, in which he stars opposite Willem
and Greta
In the Kent Jones-directed film, Donovan plays a student who admires the forgotten poetry of Dafoe’s character. He most recently starred in the Apple
.
Dafoe
Lee.
TV film Echo Valley opposite Julianne Moore and Alex Garland’s film Civil War
MYHA’LA
Myha’la stars as Harper Stern in the critically acclaimed HBO Max series Industry, which is back for its fourth season on January 11. She’s also appeared in films such as Bodies Bodies Bodies, Swiped and Dumb Money and stars in the forthcoming Gus Van Sant-directed film Dead Man’s Wire opposite Bill Skarsgård, Colman Domingo and Al Pacino, for which she was at the Festival.
VIOLA PRETTEJOHN
British actress Viola Prettejohn is best known for playing a teenage Princess Elizabeth on season six of Netflix’s The Crown as well as other television roles in Netflix’s The Witcher, HBO Max’s The Nevers and the BBC One adaptation of Hilary Mantel’s Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light. Prettejohn was at the Festival to promote Mona Fastvold’s The Testament of Ann Lee, in which she appears opposite Amanda Seyfried, Lewis Pullman and Christopher Abbott.
BILLY CRUDUP
Tony and Emmy-award winning actor Billy Crudup was photographed at the Hotel Cipriani ahead of the world premiere of his film Jay Kelly. Crudup was recently seen in the fourth season of Apple TV’s The Morning Show and will star in his son William Atticus Parker’s upcoming film, The Auction , alongside Parker’s mother, Mary Louise-Parker.
EMILY MORTIMER
Actress, director and writer Emily Mortimer was photographed at the Hotel Cipriani ahead of the world premiere of her film Jay Kelly, which she co-wrote with director Noah Baumbach and stars in alongside George Clooney, Adam Sandler and Laura Dern. The film follows famous movie actor Jay Kelly on a journey of self-discovery. She is currently filming her feature directorial debut, Dennis, for A24.
MINKA KELLY’S
Paris Match
By
MARSHALL HEYMAN Photography by EMILIO MADRID
Styling by CRISTINA EHRLICH
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I’VE ALWAYS WANTED TO DO A ROM-COM, AND PARIS IS MY
PLACE
SO WHEN THE SCRIPT CAME, I SAID, FAVORITE
IN THE WORLD, ‘GREAT, I’D LOVE TO.’
Minka Kelly isn’t the current reigning Queen of Netflix, she’s certainly in the royal court. The first season of her Texas-set series Ransom Canyon was a huge success: It spent four weeks in the global top 10 list and reached the top 10 in 77 countries. Netflix immediately ordered a second season, which Kelly is currently filming in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she grew up.
This month also marks the release on the streamer of Kelly’s first ever rom-com, Champagne Problems. In the holiday romp, Kelly, an effortlessly young 45, plays Sydney Price, an American executive who flies to Paris to execute a takeover of Chateau Cassell, a family-owned Champagne house. Of course, on her first night there, she has an epic date with a man who turns out to be the heir to the company after a meet-cute at a French bookstore. (Art imitates life imitates art: Kelly’s own first stop in Paris is usually Shakespeare and Company, the bookstore on the Left Bank.)
With its musings on Ratatouille , swoonworthy scenes of the City of Lights around Christmas and equally swoonworthy romance, Champagne Problems goes down like, yes, a glass of bubbly.
“I’ve always wanted to do a rom-com, and Paris is my favorite place in the world, so when the script came, I said, ‘Great, I’d love to,’” recalls Kelly. “To think I would get to do a rom-com in France, that was very exciting. It’s such a nice breath of fresh air. We laughed all day.”
During filming in Paris, Kelly rented a flat in the Marais. “For me, it’s all about food, and I ate a lot,”
says Kelly, who only speaks a little bit of French. “I love to go out to eat by myself, especially when I’m out on the road. I go exploring and watch this culture happen around me.”
One of her favorite haunts is Chez Janou on Rue Roger Verlomme. “Whenever anyone is going to Paris, I always send them there. I just love how French it is. They’re famous for their chocolate mousse that comes in this huge bowl, and they just come over and lop it on the plate,” she says. “I’d order this delicious beef stew and an entire baguette with salted butter and a glass of wine, and I’d just sit and eat at the bar and watch all the waiters be so lively. The whole French people being rude thing—I haven’t experienced that.”
In addition to the time spent in her favorite city, making the movie “was everything I’d hoped it would be,” says Kelly. “I’m a bit of a goofball, and I got to let loose and let my personality show. It was nice to be silly. It was a really nice respite from being on a drama and being so emotional.”
Of course, Kelly is talking about Ransom Canyon , in which her character, Quinn O’Grady, a concert pianist who moves home to Texas to run a dance hall, pines for Staten Kirkland, played by Josh Duhamel. It’s a pivotal love triangle that has made the show a hit. But Kelly also could be talking about Tell Me Everything, the memoir she released in 2023 that chronicles her complicated relationship with her mother, a stripper who struggled with drug addiction.
Originally, Kelly wanted to tell that story as a movie in the vein of grounded family dramas like
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I’M A BIT OF A GOOFBALL,
AND I GOT TO LET LOOSE AND LET MY PERSONALITY SHOW.
IT WAS NICE TO BE SILLY.
Thirteen and The Florida Project . She wrote it as a screenplay, which she planned to direct, and the prolific Simon Kinberg was going to help produce. Though she wasn’t sure if she would star as her mother onscreen, “I was going to get it made,” Kelly says. She started talking to line producers to develop a budget. But just as things were becoming real, the pandemic hit.
“Everything went away,” explains Kelly. A few people told her that there was so much more to her story—moving to Hollywood; her initial plans to be a nurse; booking her breakthrough role on Friday Night Lights—that she should reconceive it as a book.
Tell Me Everything was a cathartic experience. It became a New York Times bestseller and thrust Kelly, whose career had quieted a bit, back into the spotlight.
“Sometimes, once you get clear, healthy and happy again, things can flow back in line,” Kelly says. Publishing the book “changed my life.”
For one thing, it opened the door to Ransom Canyon . “It’s about relationships and beautiful landscapes, the horses and the ranches. There’s a real nostalgia to even the aesthetics of the show,” Kelly explains, when asked why she thinks Ransom has connected with audiences. “Everyone can relate to these family dynamics and heartache and not being
able to get out of your own way when you’re trying to make a relationship work.”
To play Quinn, Kelly had to learn to play piano. Now she can share her musical know-how with her real-life boyfriend, Dan Reynolds, lead singer of the band Imagine Dragons. “I’ve been to so many of his shows, and they’re an emotional experience,” she says. “When he’s playing new music at home, I just can’t get enough of it.”
Season 2 of Ransom Canyon will have eight episodes instead of 10 and “more levity,” she explains. Filming in Albuquerque reminds her of her complicated childhood, of course, but things now couldn’t be more different. “I’ve never seen more beautiful sunsets,” she says. “It’s breathtaking every single day.”
She spends a lot of time on her own there. “I’ve made a lot of peace with being alone, and I actually enjoy it.” But it means being left alone with her thoughts, too, which occasionally drift to where she is in her career.
“I feel so lucky to have been doing this for 20 years. It’s crazy,” Kelly says. “It’s one of the hardest businesses to support yourself in, especially coming from where I came from. I started so green.”
And now she’s risen to be among the Netflix crème de la crème. “But more importantly, I know my worth now,” she says. “I feel like I do belong.” ■
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DESIGNER KERITH FLYNN TRANSFORMS A LONG ISLAND HOME INTO A CONTEMPORARY HAVEN
Family Style
By
NATASHA WOLFF Photography by ADAM MACCHIA AND TIM HILL
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timeless façade framed by lush landscaping sets the stage for a home
blends classic architecture with fresh, modern sensibilities
In the entryway,
hen a dynamic family of four in Woodbury, New York, decided it was time to reimagine their longtime residence, they turned to interior designer Kerith Flynn of Margali and Flynn Designs to lead a top-to-bottom transformation. The goal was clear: to elevate their home into a space that felt sophisticated, contemporary and luxuriously livable—a place equally suited to family life and entertaining.
The three-level home was transformed over a two-year period by Margali and Flynn Designs and Old Work Quality Corp. builders. “The structure had solid bones, but it lacked the sophistication and individuality the homeowners envisioned,” says Flynn. “We reworked architectural details throughout the house—everything from intricate ceiling moldings to a full redesign of the lower-level entertainment spaces.” Now, the residence flows seamlessly between its distinctive spaces: en-suite bedrooms upstairs, a family-centered main floor for living and entertaining and a lower-level lounge that rivals the ambiance of a Manhattan speakeasy.
the chandelier sets the tone for the rest of the house by creating an elevated and welcoming atmosphere
In the dining room, a table from The Bright Group, chairs from Vanguard, a chandelier by Hudson Valley Lighting and wallpaper from Romo create tactile richness
This family-focused kitchen showcases Gabriel Scott lighting and custom furniture
In the bathroom, an ombré tile feature wall becomes an art piece in itself, its gradient tones echoing the suite’s palette. Poltrona Frau and Omexco elements add European craftsmanship and elegance.
Crocs on Crocs on Crocs in the son’s bedroom
Playful yet polished, this bedroom design features Phillip Jeffries wallpaper and Visual Comfort lighting for an elevated edge
IT TOOK TREMENDOUS PLANNING AND PRECISION TO MAKE EVERY TRANSITION FEEL INTENTIONAL.
The master suite combines Bernhardt and Belle Meade Signature case goods with Kravet upholstery, Eastern Accents bedding and lighting from Visual Comfort
EVERY DECISION WAS GUIDED BY THE FAMILY.
In the glam room, Chanel-inspired wallpaper and dramatic lighting make it pure theater
OPPOSITE PAGE: A portrait of Audrey Hepburn anchors the glam room
For the lower level, Flynn used walnut paneling, antique mirrors and bold wallpapers to form an immersive experience. “I also drew inspiration from a visit I made to Adare Manor in Ireland,” says Flynn. “The way they combined metals, paneling and bar details was unforgettable.” The lower level showcases Blatt Billiards tables, Vanguard stools, Four Hands chairs and moody Phillip Jeffries wallcoverings.
The homeowners, who have two children, wanted their home to support both everyday rituals and festive gatherings. “They gave us tremendous trust and creative latitude from the start,” says Flynn. One of the project’s greatest challenges lay in the architectural detailing. “We had to ensure that moldings, paneling and cabinetry blended seamlessly across the home,” Flynn notes. “It took tremendous planning and precision to make every transition feel intentional.” What ultimately makes this home extraordinary isn’t just its materials or design pedigree—it’s the way it reflects the personalities of those who live within. “Every decision was guided by the family,” says Flynn. “Their lifestyle became our compass. The result is a home that’s not just beautiful but meaningful.” ■
In the office, a Bright Group desk and seating and Phillip Jeffries wallpaper create a moody, masculine retreat
The office retreat features a Bright Group sofa and accent chairs, complemented by Bernhardt side tables
MIRA ’ S MOMENT
Academy and Golden Globe Award–winning actress MIRA SORVINO takes a tour of One Wall Street and Printemps in New York City
Photography by ANTOINE VERGLAS
Styling by KRISTEN INGERSOLL
HAIR & MAKEUP: Donna Fumoso PHOTO ASSISTANTS: Michael Pushkarskiy and Lera Loeb
Jackets, pants, BALMAIN, us.printemps.com
Pumps (worn throughout), GIANVITO ROSSI, us.printemps.com
Dress, BALMAIN, us.printemps.com . Sunglasses, DIOR , us.printemps.com
OPPOSITE PAGE: Top, skirt, JOHANNA ORTIZ , us.printemps.com . Necklace, EDDIE BORGO, us.printemps.com Ring, SYLVIA TOLEDANO, us.printemps.com . Clutch, SERAPIAN, us.printemps.com
Top, shorts, JW ANDERSON, us.printemps.com . Necklace, SIMONE ROCHA , us.printemps.com
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Necklace, EDDIE BORGO, us.printemps.com.
Bracelet, ring, SYLVIA TOLEDANO, us.printemps.com
A MAGNIFICENT MAISON
Dior has opened a new boutique on Rodeo Drive, celebrating the Maison’s history and its connection to Hollywood. Designed by Peter Marino, this new building, spread across four floors, sits behind an undulating limestone and stucco façade. The brand’s women’s and men’s ready-to-wear, accessories, leather goods, jewelry, beauty and fragrances are all on offer. Additionally, several limited-edition pieces have been specially produced for the store. Furniture pieces by Franck Evennou, Ado Chale and Vladimir Kagan and custom panels of gilded and lacquered metal by Nancy Lorenz adorn the space. On the third floor sits Monsieur Dior, the house’s first restaurant outside of Paris, led by three-Michelin-starred chef Dominique Crenn. Upon entering the restaurant, visitors discover a large photograph of Château de La Colle Noire, Monsieur Dior’s estate and green haven in Provence where the founding couturier came to rest between two shows. Covered by a vegetal wall and a commissioned painting by Nicole Wittenberg, this unique venue allows the art of hospitality and French haute gastronomy to shine forth splendidly, inviting a sensorial experience that brings dreams to life. dior.com
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THE MAIN EVENT
The Hotel Jerome debuts exciting updates
Aspen’s crown jewel, the Hotel Jerome, has unveiled refreshed guest rooms building upon the property’s distinctive character while introducing elevated details to its public spaces. This thoughtful transformation, brought to life by multidisciplinary design studio Swoon, is on display in the deluxe king rooms, junior suites and one-bedroom suites. Inspired by classic Americana style and Aspen’s alpine elegance, the redesign features a richly nuanced color palette, warm tailored wools, sumptuous mohair, tonal paisleys and hair-on-hide accents, custom furniture and elegant lighting. The bathrooms showcase jewel-toned walls, bold color contrasts and Jerome’s hallmark green-gray trim, paying tribute to Aspen’s mining roots. Heritage is preserved in hallmark touches like black-and-white kilim-patterned settees and cashmere drapery. The Garden Room has also been reimagined, inspired by the welcoming elegance of Victorian sunrooms and the natural splendor of Aspen’s landscape. Whether enjoying a leisurely breakfast, a quiet afternoon or an aprés cocktail, the Garden Room offers an inviting, all-day respite. Anchored by rich green hues that connect seamlessly with the surrounding interiors, the space exudes warmth and refinement. Textural plaid and lush floral fabrics, antiqued mirrors and industrial-inspired lighting evoke a lush, conservatory-like atmosphere. High-backed vintage lounge chairs, whimsical woodland accents and abundant greenery bring a sense of playful sophistication. To celebrate the new venue, the property is launching Après Tea at Hotel Jerome, a twist on the ski town classic, throughout the winter season. Afternoon tea and sweet and savory bites will be served Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 12–4pm. auberge.com
Après Tea service
A renovated room at the Hotel Jerome
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SOUTHEAST ASIA MEETS THE MIDWEST
Crying Tiger, the first collaboration between James Beard award nominee chef Thai Dang (HaiSous Vietnamese Kitchen) and Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, has opened in River North. The restaurant’s menu focuses on the culinary traditions of Southeast Asia, as well as foods that Vietnamese-born Dang and managing partner Amarit Dulyapaibul both loved growing up. “When I came to Chicago as a cook, I could have never imagined that 16 years later, I would be collaborating with [Lettuce Entertain You] as a chef/ partner for Crying Tiger,” says Dang. “This restaurant means so much to me because the menu pays homage to my immigrant family and our culinary traditions. As we explored Southeast Asia, every culture seemed to borrow flavors and ingredients from one another, and
we are excited to share the diversity in this type of cuisine.” Dishes like crispy Hong Kong pork belly, clay pot lobster pad thai and rolled rice noodles with roasted maitake mushrooms are on offer. Beverage director and partner Kevin Beary created Crying Tiger’s drink menu showcasing cocktails like Thai tea milk punch clarified with cognac, a coconut water cocktail with Johnnie Walker Black and pandan and a salted plum tequila soda made with blanco tequila, pickled plum, calamansi and soda water. London-based design studio David Collins Studio merged the energy of Southeast Asian night markets with Chicago’s industrial and architectural heritage in the design for the restaurant’s 140-seat main dining room, open kitchen, bars, patio and private dining room. cryingtiger.com
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Prawn toast
Sorbets and gelatos
A white negroni sbagliato
Dry-aged bone-in ribeye with grilled sticky rice
DALLAS
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The Joule has unveiled its newly reimagined West Tower, featuring 126 guestrooms across 14 floors redesigned by firm Tihany Design. This third phase of The Joule’s transformation follows enhancements to the ballroom and spa, introducing a modern, soulful aesthetic that reflects the layered character of the hotel and Dallas’ vibrant energy with playful nods to the Memphis design movement, a true Texas reinterpretation of contemporary luxury. The redesigned guestrooms feature thoughtful functional updates, rich textures and bespoke furnishings, creating a modern, residential atmosphere that balances comfort with striking visual design. thejouledallas.com
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ITALIAN STUDIES
La DoubleJ has opened a 1,300-square-foot boutique at Highland Park Village. The vibrant space is conceived as an aesthetic and energyelevating hub for La DoubleJ’s latest ready-towear, accessories and home collections. Inspired by the warmth of the Texan landscape and the conviviality of locals, the store’s palette shifts from burgundy to gold to baby blue, the latter wrapping the ceiling in an airy, celestial hue. The boutique carries the full range of the brand’s Italian-made luxury products. To mark the Dallas debut, La DoubleJ has collaborated with Allens Boots, the legendary Austin-based Western wear institution, on an exclusive limited-edition collection. The collaboration features beautifully finished goatskin boots with Allens’ signature inlay and overlay craftsmanship in a limited-edition La DoubleJ design that captures the brand’s vibrant spirit through a Texan lens. ladoublej.com
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Caché, a cocktail lounge located above the legendary S&D Oyster Company inspired by France and New Orleans, has opened on McKinney Avenue. Tucked above the seafood restaurant, the space is transformed with vaulted ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace and a balcony. Designed by Jones Baker, the intimate lounge features original red brick and plank wood paneling under a deep green palette with brass accents and a pop of red. Signature cocktails include the Oyster Co. Martini, American Graffiti and Riffignac, and guests can snack on caviar service, steak tartare served on crostini and a charcuterie and cheese board. cachedallas.com
Deviled eggs at Caché
A new room at The Joule
Boots, $980, LA DOUBLEJ X ALLENS BOOTS, ladoublej.com
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CARTIER’S Crown Jewel
Cartier’s River Oaks boutique has reopened in its original location on Los Robles Avenue. The newly expanded, 8,000-square-foot boutique was designed by Paris-based firm Bidard & Raissi Architects and features a nature-inspired central space. In the adjacent area, vaulted ceilings are inspired by the Houston Astrodome’s iconic roof, while sculpted wooden columns mirror the curves and softness of baseball bats—an ode to Houston’s deep appreciation of the game. The boutique now offers two private VIP rooms and a new bridal salon inspired by bluebonnets, the beloved state flower of Texas. “Cartier is one of the world’s most recognized prestigious and iconic jewelers,” says Patrick Fertitta, director of Fertitta Entertainment, which owns River Oaks. “Cartier’s expanded presentation reinforces River Oaks District’s mission to bring the very best-inclass experiences to our customers.” cartier.com
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Watch in 18k white gold, chalcedony and diamonds, $37,800, VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, vancleefarpels.com
Van Cleef & Arpels has expanded and relocated to a new 5,000-square-foot boutique at River Oaks. The Houston location unveils a first in the Van Cleef & Arpels U.S. retail network: a façade adorned with three-dimensional ceramic diamonds paired with a warm beige gradient texture that creates an interplay of colors and shadows evolving from day to night. The boutique unfolds across a single expansive floor encompassing five salons, including a grand entrance where a canopy of 12-karat white gold leaves graces the ceiling. Hand-painted floral wallpaper adorns the walls and intricate moldings embellish the walls and ceilings. “Van Cleef & Arpels is delighted to reimagine its home in the vibrant city of Houston,” says Helen King, president and CEO of Van Cleef & Arpels, Americas. “We are truly dedicated to enchanting both our loyal clients as well as welcoming new friends into the maison. This opportunity to reintroduce ourselves here through an innovative and beautifully crafted façade, focusing on our singular dedication to craftsmanship and design, fills us with immense pride.” vancleefarpels.com
Loro Piana has opened a boutique in River Oaks featuring natural materials, a warm colour palette and signature oak and carabottino wood details. The concept showcases richly textured finishes and surfaces, silk carpets and raffia and silk wall coverings by Loro Piana Interiors. Clients are welcomed into the first room featuring women’s accessories and bags alongside men’s ready-to-wear. From this central area, customers can proceed through two distinct portals to access dedicated sections for either men’s or women’s ready-towear and shoes. us.loropiana.com
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Oru has just opened in the Heights from Comma Hospitality, the team behind Kira and Neo. Offering a refined, à la carte approach to Japanese dining and set within a dramatic, gable-roofed structure, Oru centers around a 24-seat hinoki counter where chefs transform aged fish and layered nigiri into a form of performance art. The menu reflects a deliberate balance of tradition and innovation, drawing on Japanese technique and global influences, while the beverage program, featuring Japanese-inspired cocktails, sake and wine, creates thoughtful pairings that echo the kitchen’s quiet precision. commahospitality.com
Halibut crudo at Oru
Since its founding in 2009, Maison Francis Kurkdjian has steadily redefined luxury perfume, blending French heritage craftsmanship with fragrance know-how. Now, the fragrance house has opened its newest U.S. boutique in River Oaks, its first-ever Texas boutique and its second standalone store in the country, following its 2018 debut in Miami’s Design District. One of the world’s most celebrated perfumers, Kurkdjian has continued to scale the brand strategically, strengthening its global presence while staying true to its Parisian artisanal roots. franciskurkdjian.com
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Bazaar Meat by José Andrés has opened at The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort in a 20,000-square-foot space. Under the direction of executive chef Frank Medina, Bazaar Meat offers an exciting mix of signature dishes and new creations. Guests can look forward to classics such as cotton candy foie gras and caviar cones alongside new show-stopping dishes like roasted leeks, live scallop ceviche and beef tenderloin Rossini. The new restaurant unfolds as a theatrical procession of spaces with a cascading installation of ceiling lights, a rich monochromatic color palette with oxblood leather seating, carved saddle-stitched bar stools and velvet banquettes. thebazaar.com
The Rojo room at Bazaar Meat by José Andrés
The ribeye steak
Simon Kim’s Gracious Hospitality Management (Coqodaq and Cote) has opened an outpost of its Michelin-starred Cote Korean Steakhouse at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas. The 17,000-square-foot space, designed by David Rockwell, features a theater-inspired dining room, central bar and live DJ booth while skybox-style private dining rooms and a hidden bar upstairs ooze sex appeal. Rooted in the Strip’s signature opulence and energy, the restaurant stays true to its unique blend of Korean BBQ conviviality and American steakhouse refinement. Guests can expect the highest-quality cuts of beef, ranging from A5 wagyu from Kobe, Sendai and Miyazaki to 45-, 90- and 120-day aged steaks. The menu at the restaurant features the concept’s signature Butcher’s Feast, offering diners a chance to experience four cuts of the highestquality beef and a variety of Korean-inspired sides. cotekoreansteakhouse.com
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Made in ITALY
The renovated Gucci boutique at the Bellagio spans over 8,000 square feet, offering an elevated destination and a curated selection of the house’s signature collections. The boutique features a wide collection of men’s and women’s shoes, handbags, luggage, small leather goods, jewelry, watches, eyewear, Gucci Beauty and fragrances. Key design elements include optical marble flooring inspired by historic Italian architecture and vibrant acid green-and-yellow carpeting, which defines distinct areas of the space. Complementing these are brushed steel countertops and furniture and curated furnishings by Italian makers like B&B Italia, Cassina and Minotti. gucci.com
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The main bar at Cote
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MILANESE Moment
Prada has opened a new boutique at Westfield Topanga, showcasing the brand’s men’s and women’s collections including ready-to-wear, leather goods, footwear and accessories. The concept of the boutique is defined by a bright façade bathed in backlight, with crisscrossing lines creating green triangular motifs that echo the brand’s classic logo. The entrance, framed with large windows, allows a glimpse into a singular space of over 5,000 square feet. The interior features the brand’s signature design elements, including a black-and-white checkered marble floor inspired by the original Prada store in Milan’s Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. prada.com
BEACHY Keen
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, perched on 78 acres overlooking the Pacific Ocean, has been reimaged with new guestrooms and suites, restaurant and bar concepts, lobby entrance, public spaces and pool and cabana offerings. Design firm Meyer Davis is overseeing the resort’s new look and feel. Layered planting schemes reinforce the surrounding locale, while open-air areas and sculptural furnishings framed in iron and terra-cotta create an immediate sense of place. “With The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, we set out to create a resort that feels like an extension of the coastline itself,” says Will Meyer, cofounder of Meyer Davis. “Every element—from the materials to the spatial flow—was chosen to echo the land’s quiet drama and natural texture. The goal was to design a
place that doesn’t just sit on the bluff but belongs to it, drawing guests into an experience that’s immersive, effortless and deeply connected to its surroundings.”
Blending a refined residential ambiance with the relaxed spirit of Santa Barbara, the resort’s 358 guestrooms and suites were redesigned to pay homage to the defining elements that are uniquely Bacara, whether through Spanish tilework, richly layered textiles or handcrafted details that reflect the region’s natural beauty and cultural heritage. Framed by ocean views or lush garden courtyards, each space is designed to foster quiet moments of connection with accommodations transformed into relaxing havens that surround guests in the charm of coastal California. ritzcarlton.com
The pool at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
LA DOLCE VILLA
The Future Perfect , the leading contemporary design gallery with locations in New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco, has opened its first Miami outpost at Villa Paula, a 2,000-square-foot landmark in the heart of Little Haiti. Built in 1926 by the Cuban government, Villa Paula was designed by Havana architect Cayetano Freira as both a consulate and private residence for Consul Domingo Milord and his wife, opera singer Paula Milord. The villa features a white stucco façade, stately columns and intricate Cuban tilework—all of which remain intact nearly a century later. “Our work has always been about creating environments that transcend traditional gallery models,” said David Alhadeff, founder of The Future Perfect. “Miami, with its history of design innovation and vibrant cultural scene, is the perfect place for us to take that vision further. Villa Paula’s history and architecture give us the opportunity to create something that is both site-specific and globally resonant.” Original doors, windows, floors and tiles, each bearing the patina of time, remain in place, treated as essential elements of the space’s story. With its central corridor and branching rooms, the villa lends itself to a series of intimate vignettes, each conceived as a distinct, curated environment. On view at Villa Paula are works by designers including Lindsey Adelman, Piet Hein Eek, Faye Toogood and Floris Wubben, as well as works by De La Espada and others. thefutureperfect.com
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Seahorse is a modern seafood brasserie from restaurateur
John McDonald and Mercer Street Hospitality (Lure Fishbar, Bowery Meat Company, Bar Mercer, Cha Cha Tang).
Chef John Villa offers a refined take on seafood and raw bar classics in the 125-seat dining room. Rockwell Group has crafted a timeless environment that features mother-of-pearl inlays, mermaid green tile, yacht-style wood finishes and a dramatic central seafood bar. seahorsenyc.com
Bartolo, a new Spanish restaurant from the Ernesto’s team (Terracotta Hospitality Group), has opened in the West Village. The menu, conceived by chef and owner Ryan Bartlow, showcases classic tapas and seasonal dishes: grilled fish, roast suckling pig and rice dishes. Rich textiles from Pierre Frey and Dedar add depth and warmth, intricate bespoke millwork by Iron Oaks and vintage lighting adorn every nook. In the two distinct dining rooms beyond the marbleand-plaster-clad bar, old-world European materials—stone, terrazzo and hand-stenciled wood ceiling beams— complement modern touches of stainless steel and burled wood. The Spanish wine program, led by wine director, Daryl Coke, features over 250 bottles with a big focus on sherry to showcase the full range of Spain. bartolonyc.com
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Oxtail at Bartolo
The dining room at Seahorse
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From the team behind beloved NYC hotspots Fish Cheeks and Bangkok Supper Club comes Bub’s Bakery, a bold new concept developed in partnership with acclaimed, James Beard–nominated baker Melissa Weller (Per Se, Roberta’s, Sadelle’s). The bakery features treats like kouign-amanns, cinnamon rolls, banana pudding, chocolate cupcakes with fluffy
frosting and egg-and-cheese sandwiches—all entirely free from animal products and nine common allergens, including gluten, dairy, soy and nuts. bubsbakery.com
I Cavallini, a new Italian restaurant from the team behind the award-winning The Four Horsemen, has opened in Williamsburg. Nick Curtola, who has served as executive chef at The Four Horsemen since its opening 10 years ago, is in the kitchen. Expect mouthwatering dishes like fava beans with pecorino and fennel, bucatini with sungold pomodoro and ricotta salata and bluefin tuna with chervil gremolata and risina beans. icavallinibk.com
Fifteen East, the Michelin-starred sushi destination, has reopened in Union Square with a new team under Michelin-starred chef Tasuku Murakami (Sushi Azabu, The
Lobster Club). Murakami revives ancestral techniques like marinating fish with sake kasu (the fermented rice byproduct of sake-making), creating dishes such as the fresh sake kasu ceviche and sake cheese. The beverage menu highlights a premium, rare-find collection of sake, beer and whiskey sourced from boutique Japanese breweries and distilleries.
The original West Village flagship
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LONGEVITY LICENSE
Facialist and integrated nutritional health coach Georgia Louise has opened the Georgia Louise Beauty Longevity Atelier on the Upper East Side. There, exclusive, customized plans are created for each client to achieve lasting transformation and lifelong restoration. “At this point in my career, I knew there was something deeper to unlock,” says Louise. “So, I built a space that allows beauty to happen from the inside out.” The 2,700-square-foot space offers clients new longevity-focused treatments and concierge medicine powered by a multidisciplinary team of professionals across dermatology, functional medicine, regenerative therapy, nutrition and integrative beauty coaching. Each client begins with a comprehensive consultation with a dedicated concierge team led by medical director Dr. Mark Kostin. Treatments include PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy, IV vitamin drips, holistic nutrition coaching, facials and the Aurora Capsule Hyperbaric Chamber. This custom-built hyperbaric oxygen therapy chamber designed in partnership between Louise and renowned board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Steven Levine is the largest and most sophisticated hyperbaric system in the United States. “Our clients, collectively, now have access to an extraordinary, medically advanced recovery system,” says Dr. Levine, the doctor behind the beautiful faces of celebrities like Kris Jenner. “This postoperative and posttreatment recovery protocol allows our clients to experience better outcomes, faster healing and a more elevated recovery experience.” georgialouise.com
Chocolate cupcakes at Bub’s Bakery
The dining room at I Cavallini
Salmon at Fifteen East
location of the beloved Chinese restaurant RedFarm has reopened, featuring all of the hit dishes for which the brand is known. Crispy beef, Ed’s pastrami egg rolls, cold sesame noodles with chicken, pork and crab soup dumplings are all on offer. Beverage director Shawn Chen has also added new drinks to the cocktail menu. redfarmnyc.com
Chateau Royale, the new French restaurant from the team behind beloved West Village bistro Libertine, has opened in Greenwich Village. Owners Cody Pruitt (Libertine) and Jacob Cohen (dell’anima and Libertine) have brought in executive chef Brian Young to create a menu that pays homage to the golden era of New York French dining. The menu draws from French classics of yore, evoking the opulence of midcentury Midtown and the smoke-ringed glamour of 1980s downtown. Housed in a restored historic carriage house, the bilevel space features a cocktail bar, a richly textured space defined by oxblood naugahyde booths, warm wood paneling and a red marble bar streaked with white veining, and a dining room upstairs. Sculptural booths with suede banquettes, open shelving displays for glassware and natural light courtesy of a skylight adorn the upstairs dining room. Expect dishes like duck à l’orange, dover sole à la Grenouille and filet mignon au poivre in the dining room and a casual bar menu downstairs. chateauroyalenyc.com
Limusina, a new 215-seat, trilevel Mexican restaurant from Quality Branded (Bad Roman, Zou Zou’s, Twin Tails), has opened in Midtown West. Lobster al pastor, turkey wing confit with mole, red snapper tacos and Mexican rice tahdig are some menu highlights, while a wide selection of fun and spicy margaritas are on offer. The high-energy, retro-modern dining room, conceived of in collaboration with GRT Architects, is richly layered with different textures in soft colors of peach, amber and pale violet, along with patterned floors and walls. “We wanted the design to harken back to this late ’70s, early ’80s New York City, which had glamour and grit side by side,” says Michael Stillman, CEO and founder of Quality Branded. “The restaurant reflects that juxtaposition: We have luxe, rich materials and custom fixtures next to raw, exposed concrete columns. Custom light fixtures are affixed to industrial, unfinished ceilings.” limusinanyc.com
Soup dumplings at RedFarm
Shrimp at Limusina
Dishes at Chateau Royale
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The accessories label has opened its first West Coast boutique
Manolo Blahnik has expanded to South Coast Plaza with its first Southern California boutique. Imagined by design firm (and frequent brand collaborator) Nick Leith-Smith Architecture + Design, the boutique features a striking geometric façade with a circular motif that continues through to the interior’s bespoke rugs and wallpaper. Individually rotating wall slats create floating shelves to display footwear and small bags, allowing the configuration to be customized to each new collection. Leith-Smith was inspired by one of the designer’s favorite artists, Josef Hoffmann, and his geometric art deco shapes, ornamental detailing and bold, monochromatic designs.“Opening at South Coast Plaza is a tremendous honor,” says Manolo Blahnik. “This historic center has long stood as a beacon of fashion and culture in California. To now have a boutique among its illustrious offerings feels exciting. American clients have always embraced my work with such passion,
and I’m thrilled they will now have a new location to discover exclusive styles.”
Chairs and benches swathed in custom English houndstooth by Holland & Sherry invite clients into the relaxing atmosphere, while the full-service coffee bar delights with seasonal confections. A full-scale replica of Blahnik’s workstation will be on display, featuring his most beloved art supplies and personal photography. The desk where Blahnik sketches his inspirations, the first step to bringing each collection to life, welcomes clients to discover the world of Manolo Blahnik. The art deco–inspired design infused with nods to storied British heritage makes this space both incredibly unique and completely true to Manolo Blahnik. “As a family business, community is at our core, values that we share with South Coast Plaza,” says the brand’s CEO, Kristina Blahnik. “It’s a new chapter in our story…rooted in elegance and craftsmanship.” manoloblahnik.com
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SPORT Time
The Breakers Palm Beach has unveiled a world-class tennis and racquet sports facility after a full-scale $12 million renovation. The new 104,000-square-foot sporting enclave features 16 state-of-the-art, open-air courts for tennis, pickleball and padel, each with a cabana and comfort station with seating, chilled towels, fans, filtered water and complimentary refrigerated beverages and snacks. The tennis courts offer three surfaces (grass, clay hydro or cushioned hardtop) for a range of player types and textures. The four grass courts were created using proprietary Capillary Flow technology, a closed-loop hydroponic system for subsurface irrigation and drainage that significantly reduces water use.
The Breakers team enlisted long-standing partner Tihany Design to enrich the casually chic aesthetic with a timeless tennis style in a palette of white with dark green and rich blue accents, perfectly complementing elegant white fencing.
Courtside comfort stations are located adjacent to every court. These elegantly designed, shaded pergolas afford a cool, refreshing retreat between games.
The Breakers offers dedicated instructors for tennis, pickleball and padel along with daily clinics and junior programs. Ken Thompson, a 38-year veteran of The Breakers, serves as director of tennis and racquet sports and oversees a team of 14 USPTA or PTR-certified instructors with an average tenure of 12 years. “With the surging popularity and variety of racquet sports, these activities have become an enduring pursuit of the recreational lifestyle, so we designed a new destination for tennis, pickleball and padel in the most elevated way to create an unparalleled, world-class experience for our guests and members,” says Paul N. Leone, The Breakers’ CEO. “Our investment in these new premium facilities has not only established a new benchmark, it reflects our dedication to the continuous evolution and renewal of our multifaceted property, including timeless traditions such as racquet sports. The new complex honors our rich legacy while embracing the future of our family-owned oceanfront resort.” thebreakers.com
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Celebrated chef Brad Kilgore, owner and culinary director of Kilgore Hospitality Group, has launched his latest restaurant, Ama, in the Transamerica Redwood Park at Transamerica Pyramid Center. “Ama is really about bringing two paths of my culinary journey and identity together—my Italian roots and my respect for Japanese precision and use of umami,” explains Kilgore. “Itameshi blends Italian soul with Japanese ingredients. It’s something I’ve been inspired by for years, and Ama is my most personal interpretation of it yet. Being part of the revitalization of the Transamerica Pyramid Center makes it even more special. This building is one of San Francisco’s most iconic landmarks.” Menu items are thoughtful and intentional like the soft egg with scallopgruyère espuma, egg yolk and caviar and the radiatore bolognese made with maitake mushrooms, spicy pepperoni and a creamy dashi of pecorino cheese poured at the table. “I want people to feel like they’ve stepped into another world for a few hours,” Kilgore adds of the space designed by architect Tom Lekometros of Lawrence Group in New York and Kevin Klein of Kevin Klein Design in Los Angeles. “The goal is for every guest to feel a personal connection—to the story, to the flavors, to the energy of the room. Then, for those who discover Ama Social Club tucked in the back, that’s where the night evolves. It’s playful and low-lit,
with live music, DJs, pinball and this nostalgic 1970s energy that lets you stay, have a nightcap and just be.” amabybradkilgore.com
Restaurant veterans David Nayfeld and Matt Brewer of Back Home Hospitality (Che Fico, Che Fico Pizzeria, Che Fico Parco Menlo) have opened the doors to their latest Italian eatery, Via Aurelia, in Mission Rock. “Via Aurelia takes its name from the ancient road that once connected Rome and Pisa, a passageway for merchants, travelers and ideas,” says Nayfeld. “We created Via Aurelia as both a tribute to Tuscany and a celebration of San Francisco’s artistry. This is reflected in the restaurant’s design, the artwork on the walls, the custom plates and, most importantly, the food. It’s our expression of modern Tuscan cuisine.” The elegant 225-seat establishment features both an à la carte dining experience and a five–seven course tasting menu including selections like panzanella with heirloom tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, basil, Cerignola olives, olive-oil fried levain and sungold gazpacho and line-caught black cod with braised leeks and potato. Designed by
Jon de la Cruz of local firm DLC-ID, the space is lined with olive and white oak banquettes accented by custom lighting designed in collaboration with Emeryville-based Jered’s Pottery and a selection of commissioned artwork by Isadora Gullov-Singh, Windy Chien and Zai Divecha. viaaureliasf.com
Year-round alfresco dining along San Francisco’s waterfront Embarcadero sans whipping wind and frozen hands is now a reality thanks to a newly opened weatherproof patio at Waterbar. “Managing partner Pete Sittnick and I have been thinking about it for years,” says general manager Rich Troiani. “A lot of research went into the structure and design possibilities, including a whole lot of work with the Port of San Francisco and all other permitting agencies. The sightlines, the congruent design elements and smart architectural look make it a very special atmosphere.” Designed by Santa Clara–based firm StruXure NorCal, the elegant, 36-seat heated patio—with close-up views of the Bay Bridge and beyond—spans approximately 1,000 square feet and is framed by a sleek structure with drop-down screens to shield against wind and rain and an adjustable cantilevered ceiling allowing for varying degrees of sunlight. “It is a true design-enhancing experience,” adds Troiani. “It really demonstrates the importance of space and design being in union with our beautiful Bay and cityscape views.” waterbarsf.com
Diver scallops at Ama
The patio at Waterbar
The dining room at Via Aurelia
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Layered with caramel-hued channeled leather booths and cane-backed bar and dining chairs, Khaki, a modern Indian bar and canteen in San Ramon, is the latest venture by Curry Up Now founder and CEO Akash Kapoor. “Khaki is a word loaded with meaning and history,” explains Kapoor. “For us, Khaki represents resilience, utility and cool—something unmistakably Indian but also universal. We wanted to capture the feeling of India in the 1960s and 1970s: the clubs, the gymkhanas, the cinema and the energy of an entire generation in transition, but reimagine it for today.” The comprehensive menu features an array of glutenfree, dairy-free, vegetarian and non-vegetarian options for every type of palate from tandoori cauliflower to lamb shank purdah biryani for two served tableside. “It’s not about tradition for tradition’s sake; it’s about food with character, attitude and stories that connect eras,” adds Kapoor. “It’s approachable enough to drop in after work, but dynamic enough to feel like you’ve stepped into a different world. We see Khaki as more than a restaurant—it’s a gathering spot, a storyteller and a place where San Ramon connects to a wider India.” wearekhaki.com
DESIGN Talk
Design enthusiasts can now peruse a curated offering of modern lighting, decor and furniture up close from more than 70 global brands spanning Vitra, Flos, Louis Poulsen, Nanimarquina and Audo Copenhagen at Lumens Design Gallery in Jackson Square. The first showroom of the online retailer—housed in a historic 1907 brick warehouse—is complete with collaborative workspaces, onsite design services and a rotating designer-inresidence program showcasing installations by notable designers designers like Ghislaine Viñas. Designed as a creative design hub, the space goes beyond a traditional showroom. “It’s more an editorial canvas,” says Lumens CMO Dana Gers. “The space was designed to change, adapt and continually tell new stories. There is a profound joy in watching people interact with design in this way. Whether it’s a guest pausing before a sculptural luminary or designers dialogue during an installation, the gallery becomes more than a space for commerce, it becomes a site for experience, connection and cultural exchange. That is what we love most.” lumens.com
RETAIL REPORT
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The dining room at Khaki; dahi puri
ITALIAN STORIES
Actors attended the Miu Miu Women’s Tales dinner in Venice to celebrate the brand’s ongoing short film anthology series
Cristopher Abbott
Maggie Gyllenhaal
Myha’la Herrold Dwayne Johnson
Emma Corrin Willem Dafoe
Paul Dano
Emily Blunt
Laura Harrier
Alexa Chung
THE FESTIVAL CIRCUIT
From Venice to Toronto, actors came out to fête their movies in style
Emma Stone at the Venice Film Festival
Rose Byrne in Prada at the Toronto Film Festival
Felicity Jones in Prada at the Toronto Film Festival
Tilda Swinton in Chanel at the Venice Film Festival
Jude Law in Brunello Cucinelli at the Venice Film Festival
Oscar Isaac in Prada at the Toronto Film Festival
Ayo Edebiri in Chanel at the Venice Film Festival
Amanda Seyfried in Prada at the Toronto Film Festival
Gwendoline Christie in Prada at the Toronto Film Festival
Greta Gerwig in Prada at the Venice Film Festival
Riley Keough in Chanel at the Venice Film Festival
Benedict Cumberbatch in Prada at the Venice Film Festival
Andrew Garfield in Dior at the Venice Film Festival
FASHION FLOCK
From New York to Milan and Paris, the stars graced the front rows for their favorite designers
Baz Luhrmann and Nicole Kidman at the Chanel show in Paris
Zendaya at the Louis Vuitton show in Paris
Naomi Watts at the Ferragamo show in Milan
Uma Thurman at the Celine show in Paris
Gwyneth Paltrow at the Michael Kors Collection show in NYC
Sadie Sink at the Prada show in Milan
Liv Tyler at the Chloé show in Paris
Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King at the Ralph Lauren Collection show in NYC
Cynthia Erivo at the Givenchy show in Paris
Anne Hathaway
Vittoria Ceretti
Anya Taylor Joy
Charlize Theron
Jenna Ortega
Michelle Monaghan
Johnny Depp
Jennifer Lawrence
Rosamund Pike
Tracee Ellis Ross
Kristin Scott Thomas
Liya Kebede
Rosie HuntingtonWhiteley
Jessica Alba at the
Tory Burch show in NYC Eddie Redmayne at the Givenchy show in Paris
Jennifer Connelly at the Louis Vuitton show in Paris
Kylie Jenner at the Miu Miu show in Paris
Christy Turlington and Edward Burns at the Ferragamo show in Milan
Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas at the Ralph Lauren Collection show in NYC
Sarah Paulson at the opening of Maison Vivier in Paris
Rita Ora at the Chloé show in Paris
ICE AGE
Chopard toasted the launch of its new Ice Cube
High Jewelry collection in New York City
NEW YORK STATE OF MIND
Stars came out to celebrate the opening of Dior’s New York City flagship
Sam Nivola in Dior
Kristin Davis in Dior
Priyanka Chopra in Dior
Alexandra Daddario in Dior
Anna Sawai in Dior
Ashley Park in Dior
Kate Mara in Dior
Ashley Graham in Chopard
Emily Ratajkowski in Chopard
Jodie Turner-Smith in Chopard
Pom Klementieff in Chopard
Odell Beckham Jr. and Caroline Scheufele
In Living COLOR
Prada debuts a sorbet-hued gemstone fine jewelry collection
BY NATASHA WOLFF
The new Prada fine jewelry collection, Couleur Vivante, by Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons focuses on absolute, intense color, simultaneous dualities and nuances expressed in unanticipated combinations of unconventional, unpredictable gemstones. Each chosen for their exceptional chromatic value and their place within a Prada spectrum, gemstones of amethyst, aquamarine, madeira citrine, pink morganite and oro-verde peridot are contrasted, in dichotomies that challenge notions of preciosity in a mirror of Prada’s constant and insistent interrogation of luxury.
The beauty of these gems and the place of jewelry as an echo of the lives of women form a foundation
for campaign imagery photographed by David Sims. The actors Maya Hawke and Kim Tae-Ri and poet and activist Amanda Gorman are captured in arresting monochrome portraits, each image then recontextualized as a canvas for subtle veils of transparent, translucent color, faces framed as if set within a jewel. These timeless portraits underscore an archetypical form language–drop earrings, solitaire rings, line bracelets and rivière necklaces–yet, through color, the meaning is fundamentally shifted. Prada’s Couleur Vivante proves that jewelry doesn’t have to be safe. It can be colorful. It can be traceable. It can be a statement. The gemstones, the metals, the craftsmanship—all are filtered through Prada’s lens of transparency and responsibility.
Couleur Vivante necklace and earrings in 18k white gold with morganite and aquamarine, prices upon request, PRADA , prada.com
