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WATER COLORS Photographer Andrew Matusik paints a colorful beauty story PITCHING IN Pitch Perfect 3’s tall, modellooking star, Alexis Knapp HEART OF GOLD We interview actress and philanthopist Melissa Bologna GOING SOLO In Search of Fellini star Ksenia Solo on our Two-Word Interview ROCHELLE’S MISSION Our cover interview with the non-stop LA philanthropist ANIMAL INSTINCTS World Animal News’ Katie Cleary on her life protecting the animals SOME GIRLS Chic fashion looks stunning on model Vanessa Moreira WEST SIDE STORY Photog Holly Parker takes model Madison Sells to the West Side

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EDITOR’S PICKS

Enjoy my picks and let me know what you think! –Samia Arslane samia@genlux.com / Instagram: @samazia / Twitter: @SamiaArslane

Jane Taylor Cirque Hinged cuff with white pearls, $3795, janetaylor.com

Zadig & Voltaire Mika Bis dress, zadig-etvolatire.com

Harry Winston Premier precious lace automatic 36mm timepiece, $39,400, 310-271-8554, harrywinston.com

Zoe Chicco 14K white pearl wire choker, $1050, zoechicco.com

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Cure Majestueuse Votre Visage from l’Elixir des Glaciers by Valmont, $350, Hotel Bel-Air Spa, 310-909-1681, boutiquevalmont.com, Harry Winston pear-shaped cluster diamond ring set in platinum, 310-271-8554, harrywinston.com Jennifer Fisher gold 3” Samira hoops, $650, jenniferfisherjewelry.com

The House of Krigler repackages best-selling Pleasure Gardenia 79, limited to 300 bottles, $635, Krigler boutique, Four Seasons hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills Odacite Green Ceremony cleanser, $55, The Detox Market, 323782-0421, thedetoxmarket.com

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Christian Roth christianroth.com

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Publisher / Editorial Director: Cecilia Moreno Editor in Chief: Samia Arslane Creative Director / Photo Editor: Stephen Kamifuji Fashion Editor: Amanda Eliasch Fashion Director: Laura Dunn Beauty Editor: Beau Dunn Food+Wine Editor: Jeff Lipsman Home Design Editor: Sherryl White Philanthropy Editor: Catherine Williams Color Director: Karoline Huber National Advertising Director: Alan Thavisouk VP of Advertising: Rhonda Zakhor Financial Director: Marc Meshekow Events Director: Caryn Hassard Events Producer: John Sugrue / OCLA Events Director Human Resources: Yolanda Garcia Contributing Editors: Stephen Christopher, Chris Dixon, Courtney Fortune, Dr. Ezra Kest, Cheryl Woodcock Contributing Photographers: Ben Duggan, Embry Lopez, Andrew Matusik, Tracey Morris, Holly Parker Video Director: Darren Stone Special thanks to Susan Campos for producing our cover story with Rochelle Gores Fredston Holiday Issue ©2017 by GENLUX Magazine™, LLC., All rights reserved. No part of this periodical may be reproduced in any form or by any means without prior written permission from GENLUX Magazine.

To advertise: contact Cecilia Moreno: Cecilia@genlux.com or 310-275-5700

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Madison Sells, IMG models, photographed by Holly Parker.

Mola Walker sheer dress, $345, molawalker.com DSquared2 leather and nylon jacket, dsquared2.com FALKE sheer stayups, $38, falke.com Giuseppe Zanotti ‘Gracie’ clutch, $850; Giuseppe Zanotti ‘Glenn’ pink leather boot, $850, guiseppezanotti.com

Find your personal element at theharmonist.com Los Angeles 8483 Melrose Place 323 653 5452

GENLUX GADABOUTS: GENLUX HOSTS JONATHAN ANTIN BEVERLY HILLS SALON CELEBRATION

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In celebration of Jonathan Antin’s new salon opening and to help bring some love and light to everyone’s lives, Genlux hosted a party that brought our usual beautiful crowd. They enjoyed delicious tray-passed hors d’oeuvres from Bedford & Burns, sipped on Hug sparkling wine and special ‘Antinis’ made with Carbonadi Ultra Premium Vodka from Italy. Guests danced to the beat of DJ Ritchie Rich, and enjoyed the Go Greek yogurt treats tray-passed at the end of the delightful evening. Our very special thanks to John Sugrue with OCLA Events, Sharon McConochie, Sabrina Chapman, Jason Hazzard, Paul Palacios at Hint Water and Tiffany Ortega at Monster Energy and Hansen’s Natural, and Only Roses for the gorgeous florals.

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WATER COLORS Genlux taps photographer Andrew Matusik and makeup artist Jamie Dorman to create colorful works of art

Photographer: ANDREW MATUSIK/ AndewMatusik.com Model: SELINA KHAN / One Management, New York ANNE SOFIE / Supreme Models, New York Makeup: JAMIE DORMAN using MAC / The Only Agency Hair: DAMIAN MONZILLO using Seven Haircare / Celestine Agency Art Direction: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI

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GM Studio star blouse, $395; Riding Trouser in berry wash, $210, gmstudiola.com On table: Jimmy Choo Storm 100 black suede, crystal covered pump, $3850, Jimmy Choo, Rodeo Drive, 310-860-9045

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What’s your passion? Evolution in every sense of the word.

Creative expression. Therapeutic activities. Travel and exploration.

What’s your guilty pleasure? Extremely unhealthy foods!

Vegging out on video games and anime.

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My greatest love, my daughter. The gifts God granted me: My starving curiosity, belly full of fire and default optimistic state of being. Let’s pretend that was three.

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Silly, severe, sincere, soulful, sensitive.

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Yes, folks, there will be another Pitch Perfect, coming to theatres this December.

Actress Alexis Knapp is the model-looking star of the ensemble cast—soaring a full head above the others. Here, she pitches in on our Genlux Two-Word interview.

Who are your heroes? Alan Watts. Gabor Maté.

Richard Feynman. George Carlin. Patrick Stewart.

Elon Musk.

What’s something about yourself that you’d like to change? All limiting self-belief!

What’s your most embarrassing moment? Dropping three pounds of food in front of the entire school during a basketball game. Horrifying, they all laughed at me, which I was used to—but hurt none the less! I was easily embarrassed during grade school years.

What was the happiest moment of your life? Holding my daughter those first few hours. Indescribable.

What’s your favorite charity? Too many to choose!

Penny for NASA. Any and all that devote all proceeds and energy to animals and our ecosystems.

What’s your everyday fashion style? Depends on the day entirely, but I enjoy comfort over anything. Add a little cozy to your swag! Happiness.

Where do you hope to be in five years? The top of Mount Everest, writing movies up there.

What’s your favorite getaway? South America, Europe. Give me ruins, give me islands, give me mountains. Presto!

What do you hope to come back as? Next lifetime?

A mermaid should suffice, but would settle for an Eagle!

Your favorite quote? When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace. —Jimmy Hendrix What is your biggest regret? Not putting the cigarettes down the moment I picked them up....

What would your friends say is your best character trait?

My lack of filter, or maybe my bleeding heart.

AS by DF embroidered suede black leather jacket, $858, asbydf.com Elisabetta Franchi white cross front bodysuit with wide cuffs, $308, elisabettafranchi.com Ingie Paris tweed jacket and trousers, ingieparis.com Giuseppe Zanotti metallic closed-toe platform, $795, giuseppezanotti.com

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Photographer: SHARUM+ARI / sharumandari.com Stylists: LISA CERA AND TYLER J. MCDANIEL @lisaandtylerj Hair Stylist: CHRISTINA BUZAS / ArtistUntied.com Makeup: TRAVISEAN HAYNES Nail Artist: DENISE BOURNE using Deborah Lippman @denisebourne22 Art Director: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI

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Alexander McQueen lace-up turtleneck sweater dress, $2545, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Mara & Mine “Camilla” metallic loafer, $395, maraandmine.com

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Sacai floral embroidered top, $1200; Sacai pleated dress, $1180 Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills , 310-275-4211 SENSO “Simone” bootie, $220, senso.com Wolford tights, Wolford boutique, Beverly Hills 310-277-8112 B-Low The Belt patent leather corset belt, $138, b-lowthebelt.com Jewelry by EVA gold and lapis ring

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Proenza Schouler dress, $1750, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills.

310-275-4211 Pollice Lee “Alessandra” slip-ons, $507, pollicelee.com

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Brunello Cucinelli striped silk blouse, $1575; LOEWE wide-leg trouser, $890, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-2475-4211 iijin lace-up stack platform, iijin.com

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HEART OFGOLD

At 25, Melissa Bolona was recognized by the New York Observer as one of the Top 20 Philanthropists Under 40. Now 27, when it comes to giving back, there’re no signs she’s slowing down.

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Bullying episodes? Kids teased me in school because of my last name. I happen to like Bologna (the lunch meat), so it didn’t bother me.

When they noticed I didn’t care, it got dropped early on. When I was a Freshman in High School, some girls bullied my best friend and me.

They were so nasty to us. You can only take it for so long, so I finally stood up for myself. And that was the day that bullying stopped. Later on, I ended up making friends with one of the bullies.

Fashion style? It can go one of two ways: Workout clothes; or I’m in a white or black denim skirt with boots or sneakers and a cool T-shirt. That’s my everyday cliché look. For sneakers, I have a sparkly pair of Golden Goose.

I have a few pair of Saint Laurent boots.

Latest dream? I just moved, and I’m doing minor construction. I dreamed I had this crazy leak, and it was filling up my house. I Googled it to see what it meant, but I can’t remember now.

Skincare regimen? I cannot go to bed or wakeup without cleaning my face—something my mom ingrained in me. I use Natura Bissé moisturizer and eye cream. I use some glycolic products.

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Your passion? It sounds corny, but it’s my three dogs. They literally own me. The tiny one is Poppy, a Maltese Yorkshire Terrier, which I call a Morkie. There’s Paco; he’s also a Morkie. And then I have Petal; he’s a longhair Chihuahua.

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Melissa graduated from Pace University in Manhattan, majoring in International Marketing. This year she has many projects slated for release including Malicious, directed by Michael Winnick, and her first female lead role in Acts of Violence, starring Bruce Willis. In 2015, The New York Observer recognized Melissa, then 25, as one of the Top 20 Philanthropists Under 40, for her work on behalf of the James Blake Foundation, the J/P Haitian Relief Organization, and for helping to raise $200,000 for a charity poker tournament sponsored by the Clinton Foundation. Here, Melissa answers our GENLUX Two-Word Interview.

Your superpower? I can eat so much food and stay under 200 pounds—that’s my superpower.

Embarrassing moment? It’s funny you ask that, but I really don’t get embarrassed like normal people. Well, sometimes, if my dog is acting overly friendly and stuff gets crazy, I might get a little embarrassed.

Character change? Sometimes I get too deep, and I’m too sensitive. I care a lot about people —maybe too much. I also think everyone should think about changing something about themselves, though, I guess that would make them into another person. See, I’m getting too deep.

Your hero? My sister Michele is one of my heroes. She has a strong work ethic. I like ambitious women, like Jessica Alba. She’s superwoman. Her Honest Company, her acting career. I think it’s cool that she can juggle all of these things.

Breakfast today? Oh, man, sore subject. I had an early morning hike, and so I skipped breakfast. I get my Starbucks every single morning. A triple iced soy latte. For food, sometimes I’ll have oatmeal, an apple with peanut butter, or go to Le Pain Quotidien for one of their breakfast bowls.

Fantasy dinner? Off the top of my head, I’d say dinner with Chris Martin from Coldplay. I’m obsessed with Coldplay, and he’s funny.

Island must-haves? I would say my cell phone, but there’s no electricity to charge it, so forget that. Okay, I would bring a board game, because I’m really into games; like a backgammon board—but that’s on the basis that there’s someone else there to play. A huge water supply, and tools for cooking.

You need tools to survive, right?

Favorite charities? Working with the ASPCA. I also hope to start my foundation soon named after my dog who passed away not long ago.

Three blessings? My sister, my dogs, and my health. Hmm, sounds like a Hallmark card.

Vitor Zebinato black dress, $1466, vitorzerbinato.com

Photographer: BEN DUGGAN / BenDuggan.com Stylist: LISA + TYLER J @lisaandtylerj Hair: PRESTON WADA / OpusReps.com Makeup: NOEL NICHOLS / TheRexAgency.com Nails: DENISE BOURNE / @denisebourne22 Photo Assistant: GEOFFREY GLENISTER / @geoffrey_austin Art Direction: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI

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Alexander McQueen metallic knit dress, $1495, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Daniel Silverstain bomber jacket, danielsilverstain.com Wolford fishnets, $67,wolfordshop.com

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Balmain jacket, $2090, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Teatum Jones turtleneck, teatumjones.com Level 99 black coated skinny jean, $135, level99jeans.com Frankie leather moto skirt, frankie-us.com Elizabetta Franchi ‘ Parrot’ earring, elisabettafranchi.com Pollice Lee suede boot, $997, pollicelee.com

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Francesco Paolo Salerno leather and lace dress, francescopaolosalerno.com Andrea Bogosian leather pant, $1200, Farfetch.com Belle Etoile ‘Lasso’ sterling silver necklace, $525; and ‘Adagio’ leather necklace, $350, belleetoilejewelry.com

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Vitor Zebinato black dress, $1466, vitorzerbinato.com Teatum Jones coat, teatumjones.com Dolce and Gabbana vintage highwaist bloomers, @3publicrelations

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GOING SOLO

Meet Ksenia Solo. The doe-eyed actress who stars brilliantly in the newly released film, In Search of Fellini, and who, in real life, is an advocate for anti-bullying—a painful hardship she suffered through most of her youth.

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Career inspiration? I come from a very artistic family. Actors, ballerinas, and art directors. My grandmother is still teaching acting. So I grew up in the theater watching my family on stage.

Fashion style? Simple and classic. I’m a big fan of Rag & Bone and Citizens of Humanity jeans. My favorite go-to items are leather sneakers by Ernesto Dolani and a jacket from Manchester England.

Your breakfast? Oatmeal with bananas and some Canadian maple syrup. A shot of espresso with a little bit of butter.

Bullying encounters? From when I was 5 to 16, I was bullied in school, and most days, I would come home crying. I was bullied for being super tiny, and for my curly hair. I was bullied for being born in a different place and because I spoke another language. I was very shy and had a hard time fitting in. I remember one school I didn’t want to go because of the bullying, so my mom would go with me after hours and have the janitor open the door so I could go to my desk to get my things. I was teased for acting. I remember I booked this commercial where they died my hair, and I was excited about it and went to school and was teased for that. School was a battlefield; while at work I was surrounded by like-minded creative people.

Your passion? My work. Filmmaking in general. It’s an incredible honor to tell people’s story. I take acting seriously and make conscious decisions on my work involvement.

Plan B? I want to be a director or a photographer. I love photography. I directed Craig Strickland’s music video for I Hope We Don’t Breakup.

Best traits? I hope my friends would say that I’m a good friend; thoughtful and caring. That’d be nice to hear.

Any pets? I have a toy poodle, named Valentino

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Your background? I was born in Riga, the capital of Latvia, and moved to Toronto when I was 5. I moved to New York after high school, then came to LA.

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Ksenia Solo’s first gig came at 10, when she played an alien princess on the Canadian TV show, I Was a Sixth Grade Alien. Since then she’s scored some choice roles including her five-year stint on TV’s Lost Girl, and as Veronica in Darren Aronofsky’s Black Swan.

In her latest film, In Search of Fellini, Ksenia is both convincing and heart-stealing in the lead role as a coquettish American girl, who travels to Italy in hopes of meeting the iconic director. Though in real life Ksenia is 30, she nails the part of Lucy, the sheltered, barely-out-ofher-teens youth. Recently, Ksenia answered our GENLUX Two-Word Interview.

Recurring dream? I’ve had a few over the years. On the not-so-great nights, someone is trying to kill me like in an action movie. Maybe I’m watching too many murder mystery movies. I tend not to remember the good dreams.

Role models? The women in my family. I’ve always wanted to be like them. Strong, selfless, independent women who take care of those around them.

Best gift? On one birthday, I had a lovely experience. I was on vacation with my aunt and my mom in Mexico. They woke me up at the crack of dawn, like 4 am—which made me so mad— but they surprised me with this sunrise boat ride on the ocean.

It was so magical and beautiful. They told me it was important to wake up to at least one sunrise a year. We had breakfast on the boat. Of course, food makes everything that much better.

Best advice? Recently, for a birthday my family got me this beautiful ring, and I have to tell you, it’s a ring that your wonderful stylist, Lisa Cera, put on me during our GENLUX shoot. I fell in love with it. I’d never seen a ring like this before.

Somehow through the magic of the people around me, this ring was found and given to me on my birthday, so thank you for that. It was engraved with these powerful words, it says, ‘YOUR MIND IS EVERYTHING, WHAT YOU THINK YOU BECOME.’ Powerful words that I live my life by.

Three blessings: My family, and the line of work that I’m in. It challenges me as an artistic being. And a blessing is the travels that my work takes me on, where I get to experience different people and cultures. What other job would take me this far or let me experience all of these different things?

Favorite charity? In 2010, 11-year-old Ty Smalley took his own life to escape bullying. I’m on the board of directors for the charity that Ty’s parents are a part of, Stand for the Silent (standforthesilent.org), and use my voice in any way I can.

We raise funds to get to more schools. The primary focus is to spread the word that lets kids know they are not alone. It saves lives. It is an incredibly vital organization.

Harvey moments? I’ve had instances when I was made to feel uncomfortable. I’ve received invitations to parties or hotel rooms, but I am one of the luckier ones—I’ve not been any situations that have gone to the next level. I feel like something is changing and it’s an incredibly powerful and uniting thing that’s happening right now. We are way overdue for this cultural change. Women are starting to have a louder voice.

What’s next? I started a production company, and I’m excited about getting behind the camera.

Next life? I hope to come back as a really powerful badass bird like an eagle.

Alexander McQueen pleated dress, $8260, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Sylvie Collection 14K gold and diamond ‘Star’ earrings, $485, sylviecollection.com Elie Saab ‘Diamante’ sunglasses, $1200, Dan Deutsch, Sunset Plaza, 310-659-9089

Photographer: BEN DUGGAN / BenDuggan.com Stylist: LISA + TYLER J @lisaandtylerj Hair: PRESTON WADA / OpusReps.com Makeup: NOEL NICHOLS / TheRexAgency.com Nails: DENISE BOURNE / @denisebourne22 Photo Assistant: GEOFFREY GLENISTER / @geoffrey_austin Art Direction: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI

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Elizabetta Franchi embroidered blouse, $1028; Elizabetta Franchi faux fur skirt, $435, elisabettafranchi.com Cirari 14K rosegold opal ring, $1864, cirari.com Pollice Lee pump, $377, pollicelee.com

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Brunello Cucinelli sweater, $3175; Brunello Cucinelli sheer skirt, $1125, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Skow platform pump, $900, @3publicrelations

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Alexander McQueen pleated dress, $8260, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Sylvie Collection 14K gold and diamond ‘Star’ earrings, $485, sylviecollection.com Lisa Bridge Collection ring, $79, benbridge.com Pollice Lee pump, $497, pollicelee.com Barton Perreira ‘Themis’ sunglasses, $510, Dan Deutsch, Sunset Plaza, 310-659-9089

Okay, Ksenia, let’s play GENLUX magazine’s ‘This or That:’ Cats or Dogs? Dogs Mac or PC? Mac Rap music or Pop music? Rap Lamborghini or Bentley? Lamborghini Red or White Wine? Red wine Regular or Decaf? Regular Plain or Peanut M&Ms? Plain LA or NY? Oh, that’s tough...okay, NY London or Paris? Paris Steak or Sushi? Sushi Paper or Plastic? Paper CHANEL or GUCCI? CHANEL Summer or Winter? Summer Beach or Mountains? Beach Basketball or Baseball? Basketball Morning or Evening? Morning Comedy or Drama? Dramedy?

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Fabiana Milazzo beaded dress, $2390, Melrose Pl, LA, 323-592- 3702 Elizabetta Franchi faux fur coat, $497, elisabettafranchi.com Sylvie Collection 14K gold & diamond Star earrings $485, sylviecollection.com Lisa Bridge Collection ring, $79, benbridge.com

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COVER PHILANTHROPIST

ROCHELLE’S MISSION Rochelle Gores Fredston’s

mission is clear: Combat poverty through education for at‐risk youth in LA County. She talks with COURTNEY FORTUNE about how her foundation is disrupting the cycle and giving students a second chance at success.

Photographer: TRACEY MORRIS / TraceyMorris.com Stylist: MEGAN KELLEY / ArtistUntied.com Makeup: ALEXIS SWAIN / CelestineAgency.com Hair: MARINA MIGLIACCIO / TheRexAgency.com Styling Assistant: JASMINE M C CULLOUGH Digital Tech: ROBERT MORRIS Photo Assistants: JONATHAN FOLDS Art Direction: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI

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Dolce & Gabbana jacquard floral dress, $2675, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Jimmy Choo ‘Sage’ black pump, $795, jimmychoo.com Elizabeth Bell ‘ Stingray Barb’ earrings; Line and Hue sapphire and diamond ring; Barry Brinker ruby cabochon ring, Roseark, LA, 323-822-3600

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Versace rouched knit dress, $3225, versace.com Alexander McQueen lace top, $3075, Saks Fifth Avenue Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 Versace floral sequin sandal, $1150, versace.com Karma El Khalil ‘Tiger’ cuff, Roseark, LA, 323-822-3600 Versace earrings, versace.com

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got the chance to sit down with Rochelle Gores Fredston at her family’s chic Gores Group offices in Beverly Hills. Youthful and stylish in a Proenza Schouler flo‑ ral skirt and black turtleneck, by mere appearances, you might not guess that she’s busy running one of LA’s premier philanthropic foundations, or operating an entire campus for tutoring underprivileged youth, or doing all the many things necessary to keep up with her two young daughters and husband. As she sat there, the picture of calm, it was clear she had everything under control and I was taken by her poise and fierce know‑how.

Rochelle grew up in a family of entrepreneurs. Her father, Alec Gores, made his fortune as an investor in the tech‑ nology sector. “My education in business came from just jumping in,” Rochelle recalls, “I was always reminded of how fortunate we were, and I think that’s why I was drawn to philanthropy.” It’s a lesson she passes on to her children, who are involved in the many projects Rochelle spearheads.

I asked how she talks with her young daughters about issues relating to homelessness and poverty. “They are very much aware and want to get involved,” she says, “One day my daughter saw a group of homeless people and asked if we could deliver groceries to them. We then turned it into a project and she had to figure out what to give and how much it would cost, it became a much more immersive and meaningful experience.”

Before she became a prominent figure in the philanthropy world, Rochelle got her start in fashion. She was a buyer for the trendy New York label Scoop, before opening Arcade, her own boutique, in West Hollywood. It specialized in uniquely European brands and design, which made her a fixture in the Los Angeles fashion scene. But soon she real‑ ized that she could make a greater impact by combining her love of fashion and outreach. “Fashion and philanthropy go hand‑in‑hand,” she says, “I’ve received tremendous support from the fashion community over the years, who are incred‑ ibly passionate about helping at‑risk youth in Los Angeles County.” Each year she hosts an elaborate designer gala, partnering with icons like Carolina Herrera, J. Mendel, and Monique Lhuillier to raise funds for her cause.

Today Rochelle’s focus is squarely on education, fueled by the belief that given the opportunity, our disadvantaged youth can exceed expectations and circumstance. She believes the first step to fracture the generational poverty cycle begins with education. “If you trace back to the origins of poverty in a family, you’ll find that it starts with a lack of sustainable education, whether it’s schooling or trade. Education is truly the only way to disrupt the cycle.”

In 2010 Rochelle founded the Philanthropic Society Los Angeles or PSLA, an organization that funds programs to help disrupt poverty through educational initiatives. To date, PSLA has raised over $15 million in seven years. She was then inspired to create a true environment of learning for youth who are homeless or living well below the pov‑ erty line and established Learning Labs Ventures (learn‑ inglabventures.org). Today Learning Lab Ventures hosts around 250 students on a beautiful, fully‐equipped campus in Highland Park, Los Angeles. This K‐12 grade program offers free after‐school tutoring to their students. So far they operate with a 100% graduation rate, with some of their students moving on to prestigious schools like USC, UCLA, and MIT. “We try to provide everything they need to be successful while on our campus, whether that’s school supplies, mentorship, even just having a hot meal can make a big difference.” Rochelle says, “And we set the bar really high; each student knows how valuable their spot at Learning Lab Ventures is.”

The program has been met with growing success thanks to her fundraising efforts, which Rochelle attributes to reach‑ ing people in a less conventional, more authentic way. She believes the key to getting more people excited about giving back is to offer varying options for involvement and engage‑ ment. “We want to give people the ability to get hands‑on, visit our classrooms, meet our kids, or if simply purchasing school supplies for a student via AmazonWishlist is easier, we can facilitate that too. No effort is too small.” G

Interested in purchasing much‑needed supplies for students instantly through their Amazon Wishlist registry? please visit learninglabventures.org

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Valentino cape, $5790; Valentino ribbed shirt, $1250; Valentino skirt, $3750, Valentino, Beverly Hills, 310-247-0103

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Elisabetta Franchi sequin bow blouse, $476, elisabettafranchi.com Fabiana Milazzo beaded gown, $3895, Fabiana Milazzo boutique, Melrose Pl, LA Gianvito Rossi black suede sandal, $815, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900 Suzanne Wilson white gold and diamond studs, shopswdjewelry.com

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Elisabetta Franchi faux fur jacket, $719, elisabettafranchi.com Hanut Singh fleur de lis earrings; K. Brunini gold and brown diamond ring, Roseark, LA, 323-822-3600

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ANIMAL INSTINCTS Katie Cleary is on a mission.

The model and actress dedicates her life to animal rights causes. Here, our STEPHEN CHRISTOPHER

caught up with the tireless activist to discover the motivation behind her cause.

Photographer: EMBRY LOPEZ / EmbryLopez.com Stylist: VICTORIA SANDERS Hair Stylist: ROBERT STEINKEN / CelestineAgency.com Makeup: CAMILLE CLARK / AimArtist.com Nail Artist: DENISE BOURNE using Deborah Lippman / @denisebourne22 Stylist Assistant: AYA SHIBATA Art Director: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI

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“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”

—Gandhi

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Katie Cleary slips into the round booth at Bedford & Burns in Beverly Hills and orders The Hippie Sandwich, an avocado and spinach sandwich with sprouts and tomatoes. She’s feeling overjoyed.

This morning, her animal rescue, Peace for Animals, rescued Red, a steer headed for slaughter. They convinced the owner to let them save the animal, and found a safe sanctuary for him to live out his life. It was a good morning.

Katie is, to her core, an animal lover and one of their biggest advocates.

Besides her foundation, in 2012, she founded World Animal News. Daily reports of animal victories, like Italy’s ban of animals from circuses; and fails, like the recent poaching of a rhino in a French zoo for its horn, make the website headlines.

Katie, who, besides being an animal activist, counts herself a filmmaker, producer, model, host, and philanthropist, recently produced a film, Give Me Shelter, that originally aired on Netflix (now available on Amazon and iTunes). A follow-up documentary is in the works; We Are One, that also tackles animal and environmental issues like climate change.

“We’re not the only species living on this planet,” Katie says, “There are 8.7 million species that share this planet with us.

We are responsible for those.

Climate change is undeniable.

We are destroying the planet. I’m concerned for my unborn children and their future and the future of our planet.”

Not one to let fear dictate her life, her biggest fear would be, “To live on this planet without these species, because I know I’m here to protect them. It’s my job. If I don’t succeed, I’d be devastated. I would sacrifice my life for one of these species.”

Ronny Kobo dress, ronnykobo.com AMI Clubwear shoe, necklace, amiclubwear.com

If Katie sounds like another hero of animal concerns, Jane Goodall, that rings like music to her ears.

“Jane’s always been my idol and she was in my documentary. She has a very subdued, humble, quiet, and angelic quality to her energy. She’s now in her 80s and proven herself.

If she wants to pass the torch, I’m ready.”

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Alexis Bittar necklace, $215, alexisbittar.com OTT suit, byott.com

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Lack of color hat, $130, lackofcolor.com.au DVF blazer, $498, dvf.com Ralph Lauren shirt, $395, ralphlauren.com Luciana Balderrama pant, and bustier, lucianabalderrama.com

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SOME GIRLS

Head turners, like IMG model Vanessa Moreira, carry a soul to their style. Photographer Holly Parker captures the Brazilian beauty as she traipses through Central Park.

Photographer: HOLLY PARKER / Holly-Parker.com Stylist: SAULÚ SANTANA / @itzsaulu Model: VANESSA MOREIRA / IMG MODELS NYC Makeup: TENELLE VIERA / @tenelleviera Hair: TAKUYA YAMAGUCHI using R+Co / takuyayamaguchi-hair.com Styling Assistants: DAECERY CAYETANO @daeceryc and NYKIERA MCLEAN @kikistylisis Photo Assistant: JOSE MIGUEL Art Direction: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI

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Claudia Li balloonsleeve track jacket, $995, claudia-li.com Naked Wardrobe sheer white top, $24, nakedwardrobe.com DSQUARED2 floral beaded tank, dsquared2.com

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Claudia Li balloonsleeve track jacket, $995, claudia-li.com Naked Wardrobe sheer white top, $24, nakedwardrobe.com DSQUARED2 floral beaded tank, dsquared2.com Christian Siriano moonlit mauve satin skirt, $2100, farfetch.com Tory Burch ‘Clara’ floral pump, $598, Tory Burch, Madison Ave, 212- 510-8371

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Tory Burch ‘Jessie’ bomber jacket, $1198; Tory Burch ‘Lana’ turtleneck, $248, Tory Burch, Rodeo Drive, 310-274-2394 Aeron purple suede pant, $1390, aeron.hu Cecelia NY pony hair and leather stripped ‘Diane’ heel, $180, cecelianewyork.com Amanda Pearl quill spike gold and pearl earring, $220; quad quill gold and pearl ring, $285; Left middle finger: gold floating black pearls and stone ring, $250, amandapearl.com

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Issey Miyake skew jacket, $1780; Issey Miyake skew pant, $965, Issey Miyake, NYC, 212-226-0100 Oscar de la Renta black silk faille cocktail dress, $3490, Oscar de la Renta boutiques, oscardelarenta.com Giuseppe Zanotti ‘Picard’ gold patent wedge, $895, giuseppezanotti.com

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Akris silk plisse pleated dress, $3990, Akris boutiques Oscar de la Renta ultra pink bonded sponge wool cashmere cocoon coat, $4390, oscardelarenta.com Le Specs ‘Elysium’ eyewear, $89, lespecs.com

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Christian Siriano ‘People’ T, $36, leggo yourego.merchdirect.com Missoni multi-colored coat, missoni.com Calvin Luo beige top (used as skirt), $300, biggercode.com Wolford black travel leg support tights, $49, wolfordshop.com

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Floriane Fosso Chitown coat, $620, Chicago, 773-862-4523 Ralph Lauren Collection wool crepe houndstooth dress, $2250, ralphlauren.com Sergio Rossi ‘Cindy’ leather thigh-high boot, $1995, sergiorossi.com

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Hilfiger Collection sequin argyle slip dress, $690, select Tommy Hilfiger stores, tommy.com Tory Burch ‘Lansing’ layered sweater, $698; Tory Burch ‘Hollis’ sweater (underneath), $348, Tory Burch, Rodeo Drive, 310-274-2394 Her right index finger: Amanda Pearl gold floating black pearls and stone ring, $250, amandapearl.com Left index finger: Swarovski ‘Homeric’ ring, $299, swarovski.com

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Issey Miyake Auroral shirt, $1325, isseymiyake.com Swarovski criss-cross ‘Crystaldust’ ring (left middle finger), $79, swarovski.com Laruicci ‘Arcadia’ ring (left index finger), $80, laruicci.com Amanda Pearl Quill bypass bracelet, $285, amandapearl.com

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Mola Walker sheer dress, $345, molawalker.com DSquared2 leather and nylon jacket, dsquared2.com FALKE sheer stay-ups, $38, falke.com Giuseppe Zanotti ‘Gracie’ clutch, $850, guiseppezanotti.com

WEST SIDE STORY

NYC photographer Holly Parker and fashion stylist Saulú Santana take IMG model Madison Sells on a fashionable trip through Manhattan’s West Side

Photographer: HOLLY PARKER / HollyParker.com Stylist: SAULÚ SANTANA / @Itzsaulu Model: MADISON SELLS / IMG Models, NYC Makeup: JALEESA JAIKARAN / @jalesajaikaran Hair: KAZU KATAHIRA / @kazukatahira Styling Assistants: DAECERY CAYETANO @daeceryc and NYKIERA MCLEAN @kikistylisis Photo Assistants: JOSE MIGUEL, HUGO BARBOSAN Art Direction: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI

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Mola SADLER CATT Walker sheer getting her nails done for dress, $345, our GENLUX shoot wearing Givenchy fluid jersey molawalker.com side knot dress, DSquared2 leather $1495, Saksnylon and Fifth jacket, Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-274-5211 dsquared2.com Lili Claspe FALKE sheerNikki stay-ups, choker, $45, falke.com $38, liliclaspe.com Dana Rebecca Giuseppe Zanotti designs ring, $4850, clutch, ‘Gracie’ danarebecca.com $850; Giuseppe Zanotti ‘Glenn’ pink leather boot, $850, guiseppezanotti.com

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COOL CATT

Best known as the popular E! News on-air personality, Catt Sadler’s latest project is a documentary designed to inspire us to seek out and support women-led causes. alice + olivia by Stacey Bendet ‘Nixon’ mock collar patent-leather jacket, $895, alice + olivia

by Stacey Bendet Producer: TAMARA COSTA / tcproducer.com boutiques, and Photographer: KELLY PULEIO / KellyPuleio.com aliceandolivia.com Stylist: HAZEL PEPPER / HazelPepperStylist.com Alexander Wang bias-cut slip top with Makeup Artist: SARA DENMAN using CHANEL / CelestineAgency.com flower studs, $695, Hair: ROBERT STEINKEN using Enjoy haircare/ CloutierRemix.com alexanderwang.com Nail Tech: ALLISON BURNS / Crosby Carter Management DSquared2 Amish Video: DARREN STONE / DarrenStonePhotography.com pleated cropped flare Location: Special thanks to PAUL A. DEBENEDITTIS and ERNIE RODRIGUEZ pant; DSquared2, dsquared2.com Art Direction: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI

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alice + olivia by Stacey Bendet ‘Phoenix’ embroidered high-neck military combo jacket, $695, alice + olivia by Stacey Bendet boutiques, aliceandolivia.com Christian Siriano ‘Hedgehog’ faux fur and wool wrap coat, $2100, farfetch.com Alejandra Alonso Rojas ‘ Ines’ pant, $2495, alejandraalonsorojas.com Valentino Garavani deep rubin boot, $1745, Valentino boutiques Bonheur Jewelry ‘Monique’ gold earrings, $220, bonheurjewelry.com Swarovski ‘Hint’ ring, (Right middle finger), $169, swarovski.com Laruicci Le souk ring, (Left middle finger), $87, laruicci.com

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Stella McCartney jumpsuit, $1515, Christian Siriano black Saks Fifth Avenue, long-sleeve shell, $450; Christian Beverly Hills, Siriano black fox310-275-4211 Christian Louboutin velvet slim-cut trouser, $1250, farfetch.shoe, $1050, Neiman Marcus, comfarfetch.com Christian Siriano New Beverly Hills, York Shapewear310-550-5900 bodysuit, $19.99, Melissa Kaye bracelet, $5995, amazon.com melissakayejewelry.com Salvatore Ferragamo Cartier love bracelet, wool vest, Salvatore Ferragamo boutiques Catt’s own

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Bally long Tartan coat, $3495, Bally, Rodeo Drive, 310247-1012, bally.com FALKE houndstooth tights, $44, falke.com Ralph Lauren Collection Luxe cashmere sport sweater, $1590, select Ralph Lauren stores, ralphlauren.com Tacori platinum petite crescent in between ring (left index finger), $6490, tacori.com Swarovski Hint ring set, top and bottom (left index finger), $169, swarovski.com Tacori the Ivy Lane triple stacked Surfboard silver with black diamonds ring (right middle finger), $890, Tacori.com Valentino Gravani neo croc handbag, Valentino boutiques

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Bally long Tartan coat, $3495, Bally, Rodeo Drive, 310247-1012, bally.com FALKE houndstooth tights, $44, falke.com Salvatore Ferragamo leather booties, Salvatore Ferragamo boutiques Ralph Lauren Collection Luxe cashmere sport sweater, $1590, select Ralph Lauren stores, ralphlauren.com

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Akris reversible hooded coat, $3990, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 SUNCOO top, $185, suncoo-usa.com Nicholas Rock pant, $600; Nicholas K gold leather beret, $180; Nicholas K headband used as waist belt, $163, nicholask.com Bonheur Jewelry ‘Cindy’ Eearrings, $180; Bonheur Jewelry ‘Laurel ‘ ring on left ring finger, $198; Bonheur Jewelry ‘Lina’ layer ring on right middle finger, $220, bonheurjewelry.com

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Tory Burch ‘Lana’ turtleneck, $248, Tory Burch, Madison Ave, NYC, SUNCOO 212-510-8371; top, $185, Rodeosuncoo-usa.com Drive, Beverly Hills, Nicolas 310-274-2394 K Rock pant, $600; Nicolas trench, K gold Akris chiffon $2990, leatherAkris beret, boutiques $180; Ralph Nicholas LaurenK headband Collection softused lambasleather waist belt, top, $2990, $163,ralphlauren.com nicholask.com Akris reversible Alexanderhooded Wang coat, bloomer $3990, Saks short Fifth with satin Avenue, waistband, Beverly 495, Hills, alexanderwang.com 310-275-4211 3.1 Bonheur Phillip LimJewelry black leather ‘Cindy’corset earrings, top, $180; 31philliplim.com Bonheur Jewelry ‘Laurel’ ChristianringLouboutin (on left ring ‘Fabiola’ finger), knee-high $198; boot, Bonheur $2395, Jewelry Christian ‘Lina’ layer Louboutin, ring (on Beverly right middle Hills, 310-247-9300, finger), $220, christianlouboutin.com bonheurjewelry.com

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3.1 Phillip Lim camel leather corset top, 31philliplim.com 3.1 Phillip Lim camel leather jean, 31philliplim.com Bally printed leather double-breasted coat, $11,000, Bally, Rodeo Drive, 310247-1012, bally.com Salvatore Ferragamo wool vest; Salvatore Ferragamo leather bootie, Salvatore Ferragamo boutiques

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GENLUX FASHION+PHILANTHROPY

Nicholas K turtleneck, $330, nicholask.com Agnona dress used as shawl, $2390, agnona.com Swarovski Hint ring set, (on right wedding finger), $169, swarovski.com Bonheur Jewelry ‘Lina’ layer ring, (on right index finger), $220, bonheurjewelry.com

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AMANDA ELIASCH FASHION EDITOR

RALPH LAUREN FW15/16 CHANEL FW2017/8

Olivia von Halle Lila Nika, $570, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900

Thank goodness for the iPhone camera!

It lets us keep track of all the beautiful things we’re doing. Right now, I’m taking photos from the top of the beautiful new, and very luxurious Waldorf Astoria in Beverly Hills. From here, Los Angeles is looking clearer these days. I can see mountain ranges far in the distance.

Unfortunately, right now I am between houses as some lovely person ran off with my deposit on my new house. I know, I know. I most certainly have seen Beverly Hills in a more interesting way. But I have faith that there is always the bright side of calamity.

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Of course, everything is relative, and there have been negative forces playing nasty tricks all over the world. Even here in California, the fires in the Napa Valley has caused untold damages.

Luckly, some of our favorite resorts, Calistoga Ranch, Solage and Auberge du Soleil, are fine and ready for us all to come and visit As I go through my photos, I’m remembering a witty Johnny Smith painting that was hanging at Eric Buterbaugh’s party that Eric had at his fragrance salon. Here’s another shot of a pair of Perrin gloves I lusted after when I was at their boutique on Beverly Drive.

In London, where I live most days, it too, is all about art and Gucci is making us all think more creatively. In this photo, at the height of Frieze, I was tasting the delicious mint chocolate cake designed for Marina Abramovic. And here’s a photo from another night where I’m singing along to Belinda Carlisle’s new Kundalini Music with Normandy Keith. Kundalini Yoga is all the rage, and everybody looks so serene in their turban a perfect way to live in this world that is a spinning wheel, as I say thank goodness for photographs.

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SERIOUSLY, I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT...

BY LAURA DUNN FASHION DIRECTOR While dining in Malibu one afternoon...I spied a woman wearing a gorgeous leather, gem-encrusted bracelet. To say I was obsessed is an understatement! She told me the designer was Cesar Uribe of Ceeslove, who I contacted to find out what other beautiful creations he had. When I found out that he also had chokers, I ordered two on the spot, sight unseen. Cesar’s work is unique and inspired by the designs of the Sami people from Sweden. His timeless yet edgy chokers and bracelets are the perfect gift for this Holiday season. These beautiful creations become even more gorgeous with time as the leather patinas and contrasts against the precious and semiprecious gems. Ceeslove 15.5 inch long 925 Sterling silver wire choker with white Italian leather, handmade with love in Malibu, $250, ceeslove.com

SKY HIGH

HEAVEN SCENT

If you want your home to smell like holiday heaven...you must run—don’t walk—to Saks Fifth Avenue and get several of the Nest Holiday 3-wick candles. Made with premium, soft, highly-refined cosmetic-grade wax that was developed to optimize burn and fragrance diffusion, the Nest candles burn like a dream. The aroma of the sparkling blend of pomegranate, mandarin orange, pine, cloves, cinnamon and just a hint of vanilla and amber will help create that perfect sensory backdrop this 2017 season—no matter what holiday you celebrate. Nest Holiday 3-Wick Candle, $225, saksfifthavenue.com

Setting the style standard for Holiday 2017 is Saint Laurent’s crystalembellished, overthe-knee boot. It’s a must-have for anyone that wants to stand out in the crowd. With a 4” cone heel and a 24” shaft, this boot looks amazing up over the knee or scrunched down for a more casual look. $10,000, neimanmarcus.com

PARTY DRESS

Three of my favorite things.... all wrapped into one! Made from lush black velvet that hugs your silhouette, this cold-shoulder dress, embellished with glistening gold and red crystals arranged in a tartan motif, is perfect for that holiday party when you need to make a statement. BALMAIN Tartan plaid crystal dress, $2620, netaporter.com

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GIFT GUIDE

GENLUXSHOP A Time for Giving

It’s hard to believe, but the holidays are nearly here. In less than a few weeks you’ll have the opportunity to gift your deserving friends and family.

To help make your shopping a little easier, here are our Genlux picks.

L.A.M.B. by Gwen Stefani sunnies, $199, tura.com

MERRY CHRISTIAN BRUSH WITH SUCCESS

Our Genlux makeup artists love these new makeup brushes from Artís, and here’s Artís’s holiday gift set for the beauty enthusiast in your life. It features both iconic larger Artis brushes, as well as smaller precision tools designed for spectacular eye and lip application and accent. Also included is a Brush Cleaning Pad, Brush Cleansing Foam, a Zippered Clutch, and even an Artis Designer Scarf. The Artís The Extravagants Holiday Gift Set, $275 (value of $438), artisbrush.com

AIR CARE

We have cats and once we start sneezing and our eyes start watering, good luck stopping the flow. We tried this Dyson unit and felt the positive effects within a few days.

Being able to have a little extra heat (aside from the central heat) is really nice. The Dyson Pure Hot + Cool Link automatically removes 99.97% of particles as small as 0.3 microns, including allergens, odors and ultrafine indoor air pollutants. This intelligent machine automatically detects airborne pollutants and purifies the air, monitors and maintains the target temperature, and simultaneously reports live indoor and outdoor air quality to the Dyson Link app. The Dyson Link app has been designed for developed for iOS and Android and also integrated with Amazon Echo! The Dyson Pure Hot + Cool Link, $599.99, dyson.com

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In need of a spa day? Clarins has the perfect at home-spa essential for you.

Clarins Tonic scented candle, $75, clarinsusa.com

Feel festive and edgy with this colorful Christian Louboutin wallet. Christian Louboutin Panettone wallet, $690, West Hollywood, 310-247-9300

MAKING SCENTS If you are in a festive mood, but can hardly wait until Christmas. Jo Malone London’s merry and bright scented candle with the aroma of redcurrants, zing of citrus, cedarwood and tonka. Jo Malone London green almond & red currant ceramic candle, $205, Jo Malone, Beverly Hills, 310-281-0751, jomalone.com

This dry skin recovery kit is the answer to all of your winter skin woes. Tata Harper Winter Wonders gives you the hydrating essentials needed to transform dry winter skin into hydrated, healthy looking skin that glows.

The best selling Repairative Moisturizer is perfectly paired with cold weather staples to give you the ultimate moisture-boosting regimen. Tata Harper Winter Wonders Gift Set, $125 ($158 value), tataharper.com

GLITTER LIPS

Transform your lips with incredible Cosmic Gloss Lip Glitter. Each hue is packed with iridescent glitter and drenched in mirror-like shine for a megadose of multidimensional shimmer in just one swipe. Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Galaxy Collection, Cosmic Gloss Lip Glitter, $19 each, sephora.com, fentybeauty.com

YIN YANG COLLECTION

A meaningful gift for the person in your life who’s searching for balance and harmony. The Harmonist fragrance journey starts with the help of their Destiny Management tool that aligns with the principals of feng shui and calculates your Yin or Yang element based on the date, time, and place of your birth. Visit the store and get the full experience! The Yin Travel Collection: Guiding Water (Yin Water), Hypnotizing Fire (Yin Fire), Magnetic Wood (Yin Wood), Metal Flower (Yin Metal), Royal Earth (Yin Earth), $325, The Harmonist boutique, Melrose Place, 323-653-5452 theharmonist.com

GENLUXSHOP HELLO MOTO

Snap the 360 camera mod onto your Moto Z2 Force Edition Fine Gold, and voilà—you are ready to film interactive video, audio, and images. You can record 4K video with 3D sound, and capture 150º ultra wide-angle images. You can even edit everything you shot right from your phone. Oh, and did we mention Live Stream 360º? Whatever you’re into, there’s a moto mod for you! Motorola 360 Camera Moto Mod, $299.99, motorola.com

GIFT GUIDE

SNOW GLOW

CLEAR THE AIR

Clean air, like clean water, is better for our systems. Case in point: Our son was having trouble sleeping at night. We ran the Molekule in his room for a week straight and he started sleeping better. With no other change to the environment, we feel it’s from the purified air. Did you know that indoor air pollution can be 5X worse than outdoor air. Molekule uses Photo Electrochemical Oxidation (PECO) nanotechnology, developed over the past 20 years, to combat allergens, mold, bacteria, and airborne chemicals on a molecular level.

Most notably, PECO is not just capturing, but actually destroying these pollutants, including those up to 1000x smaller than what HEPA filters can capture. Molekule catches even volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which are carcinogenic microscopic pollutants that concentrate in indoor air and negatively affect our health. $799 or for $71/month through Affirm. Buy now, and your first year of filters ($99 value) is free, molekule.com

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GENLUX applauds the designers and brands who have adopted a corporate culture of giving. Here, our philanthropy editor CAT WILLIAMS shares a few of them.

BEADS FOR NEEDS

From Dallas, Texas, to Northern Uganda, Akola is creating social impact throughout its entire supply chain. 100% of the revenues benefit the Akola women and Akola development initiatives including vocational training centers, clean water wells, education, and health initiatives.

Harriet Necklace, $190, akolaproject.org

DONNI DONATES DOWNTOWN Trendsetting scarf line DONNI partners with the Downtown Women’s Center in Los Angeles with a portion of the fall season sales donated directly to DTWC.”Poncho, $297, shopdonni.com

STEP TOWARD A CURE

APL launches their 2017 BCA TechLoom Phantom sneaker with 20% of the ticket price to directly benefit Women’s Cancer Research Fund, a Breast Cancer Research Foundation Program. Available through December. APL sneakers, $165, athleticpropulsionlabs.com

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This extremely limited-run yoga mat and towel feature the beautiful artwork of David Allen. 100% of all sales benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Yoga Mat, $300; Yogitoes Towel, $100, manduka.com

SAVE THE LIONS To reverse the disappearance of the lion species, Temple St. Clair donates a portion of the proceeds from the exquisite Lion Collection to Lion Guardians—the organization dedicated to enacting long-term solutions for humans and lions coexisting across Kenya and Tanzania. Lion Cub Drop Earrings, $5750, templestclair.com

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GO NAKED 50% of profits from the Karlie Scarf with exclusive LOVE embroidery will benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Available through October. Karlie Scarf in antique pink, $165, nakedcashmere.com

Kiehl’s continues its philanthropic tradition with its 9th annual limited-edition charitable holiday collection.

This year the brand teamed with Disney’s Mickey Mouse.

Kiehl’s pledges 100% of its net profits of this collection, up to $100,000, to Feeding America®, the nation’s leading domestic hunger-relief charity. The Disney x Kiehl’s charitable products will include a Mickey Mouse-adorned whipped body butter, a scented hand cream trio, a gift box, and a tin, all to benefit Feeding America. With a presence in all 50 states, Feeding America’s nationwide network of 200 member food banks supports 60,000 food assistance programs, shelters, and meal sites. “I can’t think of a more fitting way to support children and families in need than with this collection featuring Mickey Mouse,” said Chris Salgardo, President, Kiehl’s USA. “Disney has been bringing joy to children and families everywhere for generations, and we are honored that this collaboration will raise funds for those with food insecurities, and awareness for the work of Feeding America.” kiehls.com

BURCH FOR RESEARCH 20% of Tory Burch’s limited-edition Love Relentlessly Rollerball will benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Available through December. Tory Burch Rollerball, $30, toryburch.com

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BEAUTY EDITOR’S PICKS

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Top makeup artist’s secret weapon! Beauty Blender Original (Pink), $20; Micro Mini Blender (Green), $18 / Set of 2, sephora.com

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Beau Dunn’s Beauty Stocking Stuffers!

Please Correct Me! CHANEL’s Le Correcteur for a flawless finish! The long-lasting, corrective concealer in three colorcorrecting shades to address a range of skin concerns and imperfections. CHANEL Le Correcteur in Rose, Vert, and Abricot,, $43 each, CHANEL, Robertson Blvd, LA, 310-278-

Ooh La Mer! For the La Mer addict!

The Mist, $75; Bloomingdales, Century City, 310-772-2100

Hum Dinger!

The perfect detox and weight loss solution. No dessert guilt needed.

Hum Nutrition Daily Cleanse Supplement & Skinny Bird Supplement, $40 each, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900

Charmed, I’m Sure FENDI monnogramcharms, $350 each, Fendi, Beverly Hills, 310-276-8888

On Your Marc Marc Jacobs Enamored Hi-Shine nail lacquer in Shocking and Jealous Glaze, $18 each, Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310-550-5900

Love! Love!

Meet Dior’s new eyeshadow palettes—complementary shades that give you a glam look for any Holiday party! Five Couleurs Precious Rocks Eyeshadow Palettes, $63 each, Dior, Beverly Hills, 310-859-4700

Sow the Seeds Suitable for all skin types, this potent, fragrancefree oil uses 21 different seed oils, including chia, green tea, pumpkin, and pomegranate, to combat irritation, inflammation and fatigue. Votary Super Seed Facial Oil, $110, neta-porter.com

Holidays!

Healthier Hair Hairstylist Younghee Kim releases Essential Rinse,™ a unique purifying scalp and hair toner made with all natural ingredients that gently removes the residue that your haircare products leave behind. Available in Essential Rinse™ Clarifying with apple cider vinegar; and Essential Rinse™ Refreshing with essential oils of spearmint and peppermint. $29, essentialrinse.com The Magnificent 7 Everything you need for cleaner, moisturized and healthier-looking skin.

Clarins 7-Piece Great Skin Home & Away Gift Set, $66, Sephora

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Holiday Highlights These limitededition face, eye and body highlighters create a silky glow.

Wear them alone, or blended. Le Métier De Beauté Flash Phenomenon Face & Body Kaleidoscope, $65, lemetierdebeaute.com Reusable Removers Reusable makeup cloth removes all your face and eye makeup—even mascara— using only warm water. Eliminates the need for chemical and fragrance-filled soaps, cleansers, and wipes that can dry out and irritate. Face Off Cloth, $14.99, faceoffcloth.com

Candle Art Diptyque teams up with artist Julien Colombier to create an exotic and mystical Christmas collection.

Diptyque scented candles in Sapin, Liquidambar, and Oliban. Diptyque x Julien Colombier Holiday Collection, $78, imomoko.com

�� Golden Rules for Beautiful Skin Hello. My name is Nina. I’m a former European model. Working with Ford and Elite demanded perfect skin, yet puberty gifted me with a problematic complexion. This led me on a quest for better skin, which grew into a passion. I earned a Masters degree in aesthetics and began helping people achieve beautiful, youthful skin.

1. Cleanse. Every Morning.

While we sleep, new skins cells form and old ones fall off and stick to our face. The best way to get rid of old cells is by cleansing with a milky or foam cleanser. Don’t rely on just water. Would you rely on only water to clean your dishes—yuck! Nina B recommends: Caudalie Instant Foaming Cleanser, $28, Nordstrom

2. Cleanse.

Every Evening.

Throughout the day, our skin protects our bodies from pollutants, toxins, and sweat. Skin produces sebum, an oil that acts as a protective layer. Then there’s makeup we put on. All in all, an unpleasant mixture we need to wash away. We don’t want to rub these impurities into our pillow at night, and, from the pillow, spread them further across our face.

Even at 3. Wash skin Pillowcases night, cells fall off, Often and bacteria

grows. Don’t allow them to accumulate. Keep your pillowcases clean, and your skin will thank you with a rosy glow!

4. Apply Moisturizer. Every Morning and Evening.

Using moisturizers consistently is a law of beauty!

Moisturizers hydrate and help skin cells function optimally.

Nina B recommends: Dr Dennis Gross Ferulic + Retinol Anti-Aging Moisturizer $72, net-a-porter.com

5. Apply Sunscreen. Daily.

Nothing ages you faster than the sun. There are two types of sunscreens: physical and chemical. Physical sunscreens are non-irritating and non-allergenic. Chemical sunscreens, when combined with chlorine from pools and sunshine, can turn into carcinogens! For physical sunscreens, look for two ingredients: Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide. And if you think you’re young and can get away with a sunburn or two… you can’t. Your skin remembers…everything.

You’ve been warned.

Nina B recommends: SkinCeuticals Sheer Physical UV Defense SPF 50, skinceuticals.com

6. Use Toners. Twice Daily.

This is a step many of us skip—but we shouldn’t! Toners restore our skin’s natural, slightly acidic pH. Birth control, hormone replacement therapy, antibiotics, even the environment, alter our pH. Toners help get our pH back to proper balance. Nina B recommends: Tata Harper Hydrating Floral Essence $89, Saks Fifth Avenue, Beverly Hills, 310-275-4211 7. Use an Antioxidant Serum Serums are highly concentrated products in small molecular sizes that penetrate deep into our skin. The best serums deliver antioxidants, thus slow aging. Antioxidants also correct uneven skin tone, expression lines, and improve firmness and elasticity. It’s the closest we have to the fountain of youth for our skin—so I’m betting none of us wants to pass that up! Nina B recommends: iS Clinical Genexc Serum $170, dermstore.com

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9. Use a Mask at Home.

Once or Twice a Week.

Masks work more intensely than facial creams. Mask can be chosen to feed essential skin nutrients, or exfoliate, or clarify and unblock pores. Masks can reduce the appearance of wrinkles and increase the brightness of the skin. If your skin is tired or dry, try using masks daily until a visible improvement is seen. Masks are also great to power through before holidays to get that extra glow or after returning from vacation when skin needs help recuperating. Nina B recommends: Caudalie Moisturizing Mask $39, Nordstrom

8. Exfoliate.

Once or Twice a Week.

Aging slows our natural cycle of replacing old skin cells with new. Exfoliation removes the old, discolored cells and speeds up the cycle toward where it was in our youth. Nina B recom10. mends: Olga Lorencin Red Get Monthly Facials Carpet Facial in a Box $105, I’m sure you know that facials fix big olgalorencinskincare.com problems your home routines cannot.

But did you know that post-facial skin soaks all the potent ingredients of home toners, serums and creams! That’s the best thing about facials… they make your home care rock!

Abiding by 10 out of 10 rules can be tough. I know. But follow as many as you can. If you are consistent with all ten, friends will wonder if you ran off secretly to some exclusive Swiss chalet and turned back the clock on your skin. Only you and I will know better. ;) So see you next issue… your aesthetician, Nina B. @ninabskin

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40 years ago, Daniel Naysan’s father immigrated to the United States from Iran. Without speaking English, and with a dictionary by his side, he went on to study and pass the dental boards. Now, Daniel has proudly followed in his dad’s footsteps, and together they now have a thriving practice in Beverly Hills.

Three blessings? My family, my growing practice, and my exposure to some of the greatest and most interesting people in the world!

Favorite quote?

“Everything negative: pressure, challenges, is all an opportunity for me to rise.” Kobe Bryant

Your passion? I’m blessed with a beautiful daughter and loving wife, and I can’t imagine my life without them. I also work side-by-side with my father and mentor who started our dental practice 40 years ago. He taught me the value of being an honest and dedicated husband, father, and dentist, which has, in turn, made me truly love what I do. I can help change someone’s self-confidence and appearance through my various innovative cosmetic dentistry approaches. Seeing the beautiful smiles on my patients keeps me passionate and excited.

Your heroes? As cliché as this may sound, my father truly is my hero. As an immigrant from Iran, he moved to America with a very limited understanding of the English language and culture. He rose time and time again without letting challenges and language barriers hold him back. My mother tells the story of how my father studied for the dental boards with a dictionary by his side so that he could understand what he was learning.

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Anywhere in Italy. I love the

Biggest regret? I was accepted to Columbia University for both undergraduate and graduate school. Had I known I would attend USC for my dental training, I certainly would have loved to have moved to New York for a few years and be immersed in a new lifestyle and culture.

Best trait? My loyalty.

Favorite charity? City of Hope and Children’s Hospital LA. 5-year plan? Exactly where I am now, just with more children, a larger home, and larger practice with many more happy patients!

Photograph by Jennifer Manley

Fashion style? I wear customdesigned scrubs on full-mouth reconstruction work days, on days when I do consultations or have meetings, I prefer a crisp white men’s shirt, extra starch on the collar, paired with slim fit trousers and a printed blazer.

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Your diet? I had a horrendous diet in college. At 22, I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis.

The doctor told me I was at three times greater risk of getting cancer, so I became a vegetarian for 25 years before going vegan seven years ago.

Favorite charity? Mercy for Animals. I’m donating 10 percent of my book sales to it.

Fashion style? I like to be comfortable. I keep it simple and wear jeans, and I love Stella McCartney.

Best trait? I hope that my friends would say that I’m kind. I try to make people feel comfortable.

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With movies like What the Health convincing us to at least consider a vegan lifestyle, authors like Sandra Sellani, and her twin sister, Susan, are helping us make the transition. Their new book, The 40-Year Old Vegan, shows us how to steer clear of cheeseburgers, ribs and Chicken McNuggets. Here, younger sis, Sandra (by two minutes), answers the Genlux two-word questionnaire.

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Major accomplishment? At 50, I decided to enter a 5K and ultimately worked up to a marathon. Seven years ago I ran the NYC marathon. I’m healthier now, at 57, than I was at 27.

Healthy reading? How Not to Die—the most compelling book on why we should eat vegetarian; and mine, The 40-Year-Old Vegan: 75 Recipes to Make You Leaner, Cleaner, and Greener in the Second Half of Life. We called it that because when people reach age 40, maybe they’re getting a bit of a tummy and have more medicines in the cabinet.

Sandra Sellani (left), and twin sister, Susan, photographed by Chuck Gloman

Your DNA? According to Ancestry.com, I’m full Italian: One-half Northern Italian and one-half Southern Italian.

Your background? I grew up in Pennsylvania. I started playing piano at the age of six and practiced five hours a day.

I graduated from Misericordia University with a degree in music, and have my MBA from Pepperdine. I also graduated from Matthew Kenney Culinary Academy in Los Angeles.

Your career? Author, marketing and branding consultant.

First gig? My first job was working in a convalescent hospital. My major was music therapy, so I used it to help patients. Soon after I started, the marketing director left, and I ended up taking her position and stayed there six years.

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Three blessings? 1. My twin sister—a blessing to go through life with a friend who has understood me. 2. My kindest most giving friends. 3. To see the Pacific Ocean every day.

Bullying memories? They made fun of me for being tall. When I was in 6th grade, I was already taller than my teacher.

Professional goal? I’d like this book to reach as many people as possible, and because of it, help them change their lives through vegan living. I know it can help prevent and cure diseases. In addition to the many health benefits, we would have less factory farming, less pollution, less land depletion, less ozone layer damage, and on and on.

I’d like to contribute to that in any way I can.

Your platform? I’m a weekly guest on Jane Velez-Mitchell’s show, Lunch Break Live. I share how easy it is to eat this way, and how vibrant you can be for your entire life.

Vegan challenges? You’re not just giving up food; you’re giving up memories and associations. But the good news is you’re not just eliminating the food you love; you’re able to have some good-tasting vegan substitutes.

Favorite burger? My favorite vegan burger is from Kerry Song’s company, The Abbot’s Butcher.

You’ll be hearing about her.

Your superpower? My intuition, though sometimes I follow it blindly.

Your mission? My mission is to save animals from people, and people from animals.

The 40-Year-Old Vegan: 75 Recipes to Make You Leaner, Cleaner, and Greener in the Second Half of Life, by Sandra Sellani and Susan Sellani, Skyhorse publishing, hardcover, $24.99, amazon.com

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The spectacular Calistoga Ranch ‘Creek Lodges’ have two separate buildings: one with bedroom and bathroom; the other with living room and bathroom. Together, they corner a private deck with hot tub, fireplace, and outdoor living room.

Luxury Hideaway

The recent Napa Valley fires left untold damage, but fortunately, one of our favorite destinations, the Calistoga Ranch resort, was untouched.

The air is clear again, and the doors are open for your next visit.

California is ripe with wine country getaways. From north to south, we have three regions worth exploring: Napa, Santa Ynez, and Temecula. To the first, one of our all-time favorite Northern Cal getaways is the Calistoga Ranch resort. It survived the recent fires and is welcoming guests with open arms.

Great Outdoors Rain or shine; night or day, an outdoor shower is one of life’s pure delights.

MUST WINE:

MUST STAY:

Get in touch with nature.

The Calistoga Ranch’s onebedroom ‘Creek Lodges’ blend seamlessly into the woodsy surroundings and offer peaceful seclusion in 1,200-square-feet of indoor-outdoor living space. Relax while reading John Grisham’s The Rooster Bar out on your private deck. On colder days, cozy up to the outdoor fireplace. Gaze at the stars while soaking in your private hot tub or enjoy an outdoor shower under the trees. When it’s bedtime, slip under the cushy bedding—it’s like sleeping on a cloud. Tomorrow, swim a few laps in the pool before having a spa treatment at the Auberge Spa at Calistoga Ranch and exploring the local village. (calistogaranch.com)

Napa Valley has more than 300 wineries—way too many to explore on one visit. Calistoga Ranch provides a convenient map on their website to chart your tasting plan.

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MUST DINE:

Call for a cart and ride to the resort’s Lakehouse restaurant. The prix fixe, fourcourse menu offers mouthwatering delights by exec chef Joseph Dircks. Boosted by local farm partners, he weaves a tasty seasonal menu worthy of at least a few dinners during your visit to Calistoga Ranch.

Calistoga Chic

Solage possesses all of the usual luxury amenities we’ve come to expect from an Auberge resort—neatly wrapped in a chic modern package.

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MUST ENJOY:

There are two sparkling pools. The 130-foot landmark adult pool and a separate one for the whole family.

As far as seals-of-approval go, the Solage resort claims some impressive ones: Forbes rates it a Five-Star Napa Valley Resort, and Michelin put a star on the restaurant, Solbar.

With only 83 guest studios and six onebedroom suites, we love Solage’s luxury-boutiquey feel.

MUST RIDE: A pair of cruiser bikes stand ready for a leisurely spin ‘round the property and into downtown Calistoga.

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MUST VISIT:

Need reading material for lounging by the pool? Bike to Copperfield’s Books for one of their staff-picks.

MUST SPA:

The Bathhouse at Spa Solage features healing geo-thermal pools and mineral-rich mud therapy. Go for the relaxing signature Mudslide Napa Valley spa treatment.

MUST DINE:

Try the resort’s Michelinstarred Napa Valley restaurant, Solbar. Executive Chef Massimo Falsini brings his A-game by turning farm-to-table ingredients into culinary works of art.

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GETAWAY CATALINA

GENLUX MUST ENJOY:

Mt. Ada, once the sixbedroom home of William Wrigley Jr., and his wife, Ada, offers a prix fixe, three-course gourmet lunch ($48, not including tax and gratuity). Breathtaking island views. This tops our list of island adventures. 11:30am– 2 pm. Includes champagne, mimosa, wine or beer.

Reservations required, 310-5102030, or mtada@scico.com.

Island Escape

Thanks to the Catalina Island Company’s commitment to enriching the guest experience, there’s now a fun-filled land and water adventure awaiting your next visit...and it’s only 15 minutes away.

MUST FLY:

Fly by IEX Helicopter out of Long Beach to Catalina (only 15 minute flight) for an extraordinary experience. Put on your headset; the pilot will graciously answer all your island questions. $250 round trip per person. (iexhelicopters.com)

MUST BEACH:

MUST STAY:

Just steps from Avalon beach, the Pavilion Hotel offers 72 tastefully-appointed rooms and suites. Enjoy the complimentary hot breakfast buffet. At the end of the day, enjoy the wine and cheese reception—also complimentary. (visitcatalinaisland.com)

MUST GOLF: A short walk from the Pavilion is the Catalina Island Golf Course.

Built in 1892, it’s the oldest operating golf course west of the Mississippi. The Pro Shop will set you up with rental clubs, and electric and pull carts to take on the challenging 2,100-yard course.

MUST SEE:

On exhibit at the Catalina Island Museum is the breathtaking work of the world-renowned glass sculptor, Dale Chihuly, but hurry, the exhibition is closing soon. 10am-5pm daily through December 11. (catalinamusum.org)

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MUST DINE:

The Avalon Grille is the island’s best fine dining option.

Enjoy the delicious grilled salmon in a relaxed, upscale atmosphere overlooking the Avalon Bay. Located just steps from the Pavilion Hotel. Reservations recommended. (opentable.com)

Two great beach options: 1. The new high-end Descanso Beach Club (just past the Casino); and, 2. A boat ride from Avalon to the revived Harbor Sands at Two Harbors—be sure to reserve a luxury Palapa (for your well-deserved VIP treatment); and enjoy the newly imported white sand.

Old Hollywood Meets the Beach

Plan a getaway to the quaint coastal town of La Jolla, where a stay at the La Valencia Hotel will charm you with understated luxury.

MUST VISIT:

MUST STAY

When in La Jolla, consider a stay at La Valencia Hotel. The 114-room, Mediterranean-style luxury resort, has the impromptu character of the Chateau Marmont, but with the refined style of the Bel-Air Hotel. Locals call La Valencia Hotel the Pink Lady, and it’s hosted its share of leading men. Actors Gregory Peck, Jose Ferrer, and Charlton Heston have all have slept here. The nicely-designed rooms—some with soaring ceilings—have opulent marble bathrooms and windows open to the sound of birds filling the fresh ocean air. (lavalencia.com)

The hotel sits at the edge of the Village of La Jolla, so there’s plenty of shopping and dining options.

MUST EXPLORE: Head down to La Jolla Cove.

The waters surrounding the Cove are part of the 6,000acre La Jolla Underwater Park. Here, you can enjoy snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, or paddle boarding, or take a guided tour of the areas Seven Caves.

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MUST LOUNGE: Try lounging by the seaside pool; journey to the areas beautiful beaches; or just sit on your private terrace while reading a good Murakami book.

MUST DINE: La Valencia’s La Sala Lounge is a charming space with cozy seating against walls beautified with Spanish mosaics and tiled floors.

Sit out on the deck and sip a cocktail while enjoying the picturesque views of La Jolla Cove.

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California Craftsman

In breathtaking detail, Bill Evans paints an authentic homage to the late 19th-century, craftsman-style of architecture. From top to bottom, his Lodge at Torrey Pines is a masterpiece that reflects this cherished style.

MUST STAY:

Geez, it’s already been more than 15 years since I last reviewed the Lodge at Torrey Pines in La Jolla. It still stands, precisely as I’d remembered it. A stunning example of the early 1900s’ craftsman-style— dripping with details found in the original Greene & Greene residences. Here, you’ll find wonderfully-executed leaded-glass windows similar to those found on the famed William R. Thorsen House. The lamps, the moldings, the wood—everything about this resort is put together like a cherried-out vintage automobile.

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MUST DINE:

Taking its name from the early 20th-century California artist, A.R. Valentien, the Lodge’s signature fine-dining restaurant is led by Executive Chef Jeff Jackson who knows how to orchestrate a culinary symphony. Try the 28-Day Dry Aged Prime Rib Eye Steak with charred Sierra Gold Potatoes, Red Onion, Spigarello, Fava Beans, Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette. More recently, I’ve opted a pescatarian lifestyle, so this was a stupendous swan song.

Save for one errant golf shot that landed—somewhat softly—on our suite’s front porch (thank you, large pine tree), we savored our 18thgreen views of the 7,258-yard, Torrey Pines golf course. There are two championship courses to challenge your game, and guests enjoy priority tee times.

MUST SPA:

Leave your cell phones in your suite and make it over to the Spa Torrey Pines for a relaxing Couples Massage.

A duo of expert therapists performs a pair of melting massages in the same candlelit room.

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Lounging in Laguna

The Inn at Laguna Beach is a luxury oceanfront getaway that sits on one of California’s most beautiful beaches.

MUST STAY:

Located in the heart of Laguna Beach with beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean, The Inn At Laguna Beach is steps from the ocean on one side; and local artisan shopping and dining on the other. innatlagunabeach.com

Pop open the plantation shutters to your Sunset Vista Suite for a front row view of the California sunsets from your oversized balcony. The king-size bed has the finest luxury bedding for a restful sleep.

MUST SIP:

Enjoy a late afternoon stroll along the beach before taking in the sunset at the complimentary wine reception on the Pacific Terrace each evening.

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MUST ENJOY:

Specify a time and wake up to room service. Have a Spinach Florentine wrap, a traditional breakfast burrito or how ‘bout a bowl of steaming hot oatmeal. Try some sliced fresh fruit, a yogurt, bowl of your favorite cereal, or locally-sourced pastries and breads.

Lucky you, the legendary Las Brisas—a Southern California landmark—is located right next door to The Inn. Start with the decadent Seafood Tower for the Table that overflows with lobsters, oysters, ceviche, shrimp, and king crab cocktail. For carnivores, there’s the Prime New York Steak with salsa quemada, garlic mashed potatoes, charred asparagus, jalapeño garlic compound butter. Pescatarians can try the delicious Blackened Ahi Tuna. lasbrisaslagunabeach.com

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Velvet Rope Access Access Italy gives visitors a VIP glimpse of Italy—including hallowed ground of the Vatican and St. Peter’s Basilica

When in Italy

Samia’s semi-annual European jetaway takes her to Italy.

This time, thanks to Access Italy, she gets the royal treatment Usually, I love the trip planning process. Researching all the essential options, but adding the more esoteric variety, is fun.

Booking restaurants puts notions of the regional cuisine in my psyche, and invariably there are fabulous spa treatments or sightseeing excursions worth further investigation. But once in a while, I like to kick back and let someone else do the digital leg work. That’s when I call Angelo Amorico!

About 30 years ago, this charismatic man—full of energy and joke-telling prowess—founded Access Italy to provide exclusive private tours of Italy, France, Greece, and Spain.

Since then, his clients have included the then-sitting President Obama, Oprah Winfrey, Ben Stiller, Penelope Cruz, Michael J. Fox, and a range of top executives. Angelo and his sons Simone and Marco form the family business, and their service extends from private tours of the Vatican (when no other guests are present) to truffle hunting in Umbria, to yacht charters to nearby islands. For the Obama family vacation, Angelo planned a gelato-making class. Che cosa?! Gracie mille to Angelo and his fabulous team. accessitaly.net

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MUST STAY:

Mama mia, the Four Seasons Hotel Firenze is lush with history! The 116-room property includes both the 15th-century Palazzo della Gherardesca and the 16th-century former convent, known as La Villa, which frames the city’s largest private garden. La Villa, the hotel-within-the-hotel, is where you’d want to stay. The residential atmosphere makes one feel at home with a private entrance, and it’s only a 10-minute walk to the Duomo and other historical attractions. My suite was facing the beautiful tranquil garden. On my arrival, I wasn’t feeling well, so I took a bath, ordered room service and slept like a baby. fourseasons.com/florence

MUST VISIT:

Thanks to Angelo’s connections, I visited the Vatican, as few, outside of, well, maybe the Pope’s BFF, have. Angelo and Simone took us behind the scenes as they did for Oprah and other VIPs, where we got to enter hidden rooms filled with centuries-old priceless artifacts and vestments belonging to the Popes. We accessed St. Peter’s Basilica through a back door that was manned by the famous Swiss guards. We were in the presence of so many treasures (which I am not allowed to elaborate on) but believe me, it was breathtaking. We even accessed the Sistine Chapel through a secret door.

MUST SUNSET: Another remarkable hotel is the Palazzo Fendi. Take the elevator to Zuma restaurant on the rooftop and enjoy the magnificent views! Appreciate the lush beauty and the sunset while sipping on a glass of Champagne.

MUST YACHT:

One beautiful morning, Simone drove us to Terracina, where we boarded a private boat, and spent the day navigating the Mediterranean Sea. We paid a visit to the volcanic island Ponza, and it was one of the highlights of my trip. The unpolluted beaches and limpid sea water; the narrow streets, the colorful walls and various delightful flavors of reminded me of Greece. Being born in France and traveling so much to Italy, I couldn’t believe I had never been there before.

MUST DINE:

For a quintessential Roman experience, try the Hostaria Da Pietro, (reservation suggested). It’s so small and intimate; you can’t help but converse with people sitting nearby. We went three times—the food is that good! hostariadapietro.com For another excellent dining experience, head to Magnolia, a Michelin star restaurant found inside the Grand Hotel Via Veneto. Chef Franco Madama creates exquisite works of edible art. Highlight: Tasting rose petal risotto with capers, chili and negroni leaves. Delizioso!

MUST STAY:

When in Rome, the Grand Hotel Via Veneto is the place to stay.

Not long ago, the property made Conde Nast Traveler’s “101 Most Beautiful Hotels In The World” list.

More than 500 original paintings hang on its walls including Giovanni Battista Nolli’s original, “Map of Rome” (1748), which gives guests a warm, “Benvenuto a Roma!” ghvv.it

MUST SIP:

Another highlight was our private tour of the winery at Badia a Passignano—a breathtaking property nestled in the gorgeous Tuscan countryside. Our guide, Veronica, filled our souls with historical anecdotes and stories about the world of grapes, corks and exclusive labels. This was followed by an indulgent lunch at the Osteria di Passignano—complete with tasty Chiantis. Fino alla prossima volta!

Badia a Passignano winery, Osteria di Passignano, antinori.it

MUST HUNT:

On our way to the capital city of Tuscany, Firenze, we made off to the Umbria countryside for an exclusive experience. With the help of truffle-hunting dogs, we learned to scout this rare, edible mushroom. Following the hunt, we broke for lunch with La Casa delle Cuoche’s talented chef, Laura Colaiacovo, who incorporated the truffles we’d just harvested. Truffle hunting at Poggiovalle Country House, poggiovalle.com

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There’s something about the power of a great accessory - it’s special, expressive, utilitarian, it can take an outfit to the next level.

That’s the promise of luxury handbag designer Elena Ghisellini. The Genoa-born Ghisellini was first recognized for her unique and innovative ideas at the Istituto Europeo del Design in Rome. But it was her start at leather goods brand Trussardi, that inspired her love of artisan craftsmanship and the art of handbags and accessories. After eight years at Trussardi, she joined Salvatore Ferragamo as head of their leather goods division, and would then launch her own brand, Elena Ghisellini, in 2003. Here the Italian artist is able to fully express her creative vision, with piercing, geometric shapes, and bold features like iridescent colors, weaving, fur and metalwork. Fashion, with serious punctuation. “It is important to have a product that you immediately recognize,” says Ghisellini, “I do not want to be commercial. I want to be unique.” Her personal collections highlight her daring aesthetic, a favorite of fashionistas and celebrities like Olivia Palermo and Jessica Alba. She continues to collaborate with different luxury design houses like Givenchy, and most recently she was appointed Head Accessory Designer of Emilio Pucci. When in LA, Elena enjoys a little fun in the sun at some of our primo locations. –Courtney Fortune

On and Off the Plane Red-eye or morning flight?

Red eye forever, like the walking dead…

What’s in your carry-on?

Three variations of my favorite Felina clutch of the season, colorful shoes and my amazing Tom Ford make up!

Have drinks? 71 Above, The Edmon, Catch

Elena Ghisellini Felina Mignon velour crossbody clutch, $950, Saks Fifth Avenue, 310-275-4211

How do you look refreshed after a long flight?

Cannot go wrong with a splash of freezing water on my face topped with a drop of MartiDerm Proteoglicanos Where do you stay in LA? London West Hollywood Hotel How do you make your hotel room feel more like home?

I spray my favorite room perfume Zagara Santa Maria Novella and sometimes I even change the distribution of the room lights.

What do you wish LA had that Milan has? Fresh

pasta Pomodoro and my love, of course.

What do you wish Milan had that LA has?

The ocean views and spectacular weather. LA has an eternal Spring and Summer, I would happily take that over the rain and snow that Milan sometimes has.

Elena‛s LA Favorites Shops: Just One Eye.

Itʼs always such treat to see how beautifully the store is curated and merchandised. Plus, my product is also sold there!

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Restaurants: There is something magical

about the energy at Chateau Marmont— the atmosphere is indescribable, food is always fantastic and the people watching is just mind-blowing.

Beaches? Santa Monica and Venice Beach.

Museums? Art plays as a big influence

and inspiration when creating my pieces.

Iʼve really enjoyed visiting LACMA. I always leave with exciting ideas and new concepts from such talented artists.

Neighborhoods: Hollywood, Beverly Hills.

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